Hasselblad SWC series cameras. Why so popular? (Hasselblad SWC, SWCM, 903 SWC and 905 SWC) 

If I had to give up all my cameras but one, I would keep my 1986 SWC/M. That means giving up a few Leicas, Rolleiflex, and Mamiya 7. Seriously, it is the one camera that has given a voice to how I see the world. Loved the video.

These videos are great, very useful, informative, and lacking the typical RU-vid nonsense. I would really appreciate a video on the Pentax 6x7, 67, and 67ii cameras

Over the years I’ve come to realize the greatness and my attachment to the 903SWC. It is the last camera I would ever give up. PS I shoot mostly large format yet always bring the 903 SWC along. Great explanation as to why I should sell my 40mm. Thanks.

Very informative.

That was brilliant. All my naive, embarrassing questions answered in one video. Subscribed!!

I have a early 70's version I picked up in late 19 for $1500 from a camera store I've been doing business with for decades. So lovely to shoot and makes outstanding images. One thing I've read is the 905 version was a bit more plasticy and not quite as good and should be avoided. the swc/m and 903 are likely the better ones to get. Just glad I got mine before the prices went through the roof.

Best explanation of this marvelous camera. I’ve had an SWC/M since the early 2000’s. Using it is a joy. I (sadly) never considered the technical details. Simply used it for my purposes because it worked so well. Now I know. Thank you.

I have the 903 and it is my favorite medium format camera for street photography! Thank you for explaining the technical difference between using the SWC wide-angle lens and the 40mm lens as I also own the Hasselblad 503CW and had often wondered whether I should have just acquired the 40mm lens instead of the SWC to shoot wide-angle shots.

Just bought mine from a 2nd hand shop in Barcelona. A 1976 one. Looks great in first trials!

Thanks Jonathan for your Hasselblad videos! Great stuff!

I have a Sony digital camera of a similar ilk - RX1R II. So interesting to hear about it's great antecedent (I also have an EL/M).

Great explanation, thank you!

Very useful thanks!

Thank You so much

For precise focusing, didn't Hasselblad offer a ground glass back that could be attached instead of the film back, and focused much like a large format camera?

Hey great channel!

Hi Jonathan, great videos! I’ve recently purchased a 903 and saw the interior of the body, the black paint has became whiteish mist, not mold but is this something I should consider? Thank you!

i love this camera / i have the basic 500 CM / if i wanted to upgrade to the next best all time series, what is the model you recommend for this magic queen of a camera ?? thanks

Hasselblad Dual Blue Line 40mm f/4 CFE IF is also the best wide-angle lens out there, but it's very expensive.

Es curioso como bronica soluciono ese problema con un abatimiento diferente de la mecánica en el espejo. Hurra bronica

what filters serie should I buy. It says 60 mm if I am not wrong

Thanks for explanation!