How to Use: Hasselblad 501CM / 503CW

I apologize for the pacing and audio issues. Will work on it on the next video!
#hasselblad #501cm #503cw

[@andrewjones7353]

Very helpful and well presented video. Thank you.

[@tuca3537]

Bought a 501cm and appreciate the video. It’s probably hard to upload with so many people commenting with such negativity but you should still keep it up. These types of videos are super valuable to those learning!

[@Jckiemak]

Great video Joel

[@joelhan3135]

Jackie Mak Thanks Jackie! Thanks for watching the video.

[@willf.5403]

What model prism finder ?

[@firemusic82]

You mentioned the arrow on the new film should line up with the red arrow on the insert. But you loaded yours with the arrows way off. Details details. Beautiful camera though. Proud owner of one myself.

[@dausdude14]

snobbish comments are snobbish.

[@firemusic82]

@@dausdude14 I certainly didn't mean to be a snob. However, if instead he said "The arrows don't need to line up.." then that particular part of the video would at least line up with the words. I have nothing bad to say here. But when talking about a camera that can cost several thousand dollars, details on how to load the film are rather important. Especially if the person watching it is considering purchasing one. No disrespect. It's such a phenomenal camera. I enjoyed the video.

[@ufukkiblat]

That's just nitpicking

[@SodaAnt7]

If you ever update this video, be sure to mention the mirror lock-up feature.

[@andyvan5692]

great tutorial, but one important thing, the LENS being a leaf shutter has the springs in the lens, so ALL removal operations from this end must start with the lens, and end with it, SINGLY not in combination with ext. tubes, bellows, etc. as this can jam the works, ONE at a time, LENS FIRST. Also, for shutter winding, if unsure, wind with the back OFF, as any motion of the winder cocks the shutter AND winds film, so if the camera isn't cocked when the mag goes on, TAKE it OFF first (saves wasting a frame!)-some models have a button under the crank handle (203 and 205FCC come to mind-focal plane bodies), with these, taking the back off becomes unnecessary, as this button de-clutches the film winder gears, so only the shutter cocking occurs in that cycle.

[@andyvan5692]

one more tip, for longer exposures (1"-1/15) there is an orange line on the ring, this indicates you have to HOLD the shutter button until it clicks shut, as a baffle system is behind the mirror (light safety, to stop film fogging when lens changing), this operates at ~1/15th second, so there is a possibility of this cutting the shutter speed short, so the line is there to remind you to HOLD until the shutter has done the exposure.

[@eatenbyopium]

you want a light meter? buy a digital camera. loading film cumbersome? lol, not! easy as it gets.

[@Leffe49]

After chosen the ISO depending of the film, the first thing to do after measured the light is to set the EV value on the lens, BEFORE the apperture and the time.

[@chazdillon2909]

Does anyone know how the ttl works? Im using profoto b10plus and Im debating on getting one of these and want to make sure I get everything I need and know what to expect from it. Thanks

[@samira8644]

thank you for this video clear explanation!

[@vreeke777]

Do not forget to mention the Fantastic sound of the slamming mirrror you Will never forget

[@1911geek]

Mirror on most modern model less vibration and sharper images

[@vreeke777]

@@1911geek do you mean Hasselblad and PhaseOne do not make sharp images ? Thank you

[@vreeke777]

Sure they do although is take a long time for focussing thank you

[@cliftonprescod]

thanks for this. i needed this insight and quick!

Hi Joel, can you please help me, I took a picture wit my hasselblad, but the aperture got stuck, I can’t advance the film. I’m new wit analog cameras

[@1911geek]

Simple reason why you do not appreciate it as much you didn't work for it and earn it. A working photography student out of school usually work their way up with no silver spoon in their mouth or inherited as such, 10 years to 15 years. Mature into the art and economical saving etc...

[@tuca3537]

… stfu. Most photographers, even film photographers, prefer a camera with a built in light meter and square format is not most people’s preference. I think that’s all he was getting at. There’s no need to be so hostile/envious especially when it’s targeted at someone who is kind enough to upload informational content for those who do appreciate the camera.

[@Anarki2U]

"The lack of lightmeter" NOOB, of course you should use a handheld lightmeter, it is the most reliable way anytime ! Film loading !? no problem what so ever, a real pro can do that in few seconds even in total darknes !

[@dausdude14]

I have yet to see a good photographer amongst technical snobs like you lol

[@Anarki2U]

@@dausdude14 I am not a tecnical snob, just a pro photographer ! You on the other hand are just a nobody troll !

[@fitover67]

Great video. Thanks. What's the role of that ISO setting? Just a reminder what film you loaded? Important for flash operations? That ISO wheel is not present 500cm model I believe.

[@godscola]

It's for the TTL flash metering