digital backs

The Hasselblad CFV II digital back is custom built to match

the design and functionality of the Hasselblad V System
cameras, thus turning the V System camera into a new
digital workhorse. Digital capture is extended with tools
for powerful digital workflow control with the ­Hasselblad
Instant Approval Architecture. The Hasselblad CFV II also
fits view cameras using the V System interface plate for
mechanical attachment and flash sync connection to
trigger the digital capture. Hasselblad CFV II thereby brings
an ultra high level of integration and flexibility to the profes-
sional photographer who needs the best for both mobile
and studio shooting.

• Finest digital integration for the classic • A stylish digital solution for the most well
Hasselblad V System cameras and lenses proven professional camera
• Hasselblad Natural Color Solution • 50% larger sensor than full frame 35mm
DSLRs
• Hasselblad Instant Approval Architecture
• Flexible image storage, including CF card
• Cable free operation with all V System
operation
cameras including 202FA/203FE/205FCC
cameras

Hasselblad Natural Color Solution

Color management solutions have in the past imposed the architecture of the Hasselblad back, this allows for
limitations on professional digital photographers, because capturing up to 35 shots per minute.
of the forced choice of a specific color profile to suit the The 3FR file defines the colors in the Hasselblad RGB
job: capturing various skin tones, metals, fabrics, flowers color space with its out-of-the-box quality, and used in
etc. To combat this, Hasselblad has developed a new, FlexColor/Phocus it removes both the need for experi-
powerful color profile to be used with its FlexColor/Phocus menting with different color profiles to get optimal colors
imaging software. Working with the new Hasselblad RGB and the need for selective color corrections.
color profile enables you to produce outstanding, reliable The 3FR files can be converted directly into Adobe’s raw
out-of-the-box colors, with skin tones, special product gra- image format DNG (‘Digital NeGative’), bringing this new
dations, and other difficult colors reproduced effectively. technology standard to the professional photo­grapher for
To implement our new unique colors we have developed ­the first time. The DNG file format enables raw, compressed
a new Hasselblad raw file format called 3FR (3F RAW). The image files to be opened directly in Adobe Photoshop. This
new 3FR file format is designed to ensure that images allows photographers to operate quickly and efficiently,
captured on Hasselblad digital products are quickly, effec- reducing the “downtime” taken to process image data
tively and safely stored on the available media (CF card, and enabling final images to reach the client more quickly.
ImageBank-II, etc). The file format includes lossless image Hasselblad image files carry a full set of metadata, including
compression saving 33% of storage space. Combined with capture conditions, keywords and copyright, facilitating work

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with image asset management solutions. For specialist suit the nature of the work at hand, whether in the studio
commercial photographers the full productivity and creative or on location.
freedom offered by the ­Hasselblad FlexColor/Phocus work-
flow software is also available via import of the DNG file. FlexColor/Phocus workflow for the specialist
commercial photographer
Instant Approval Architecture FlexColor/Phocus offers an image processing workflow
Limitless digital image capture loses some of its poten- with the highest degree of control for the studio photogra-
tial if the photographer cannot quickly review and select pher. In tethered operation tools like live video help bring
the best images to present to the client. Building on productivity to advanced set composition. The newest Flex-
the success of its Audio Exposure Feedback technology, Color/Phocus version allows the photographer to manipu-
­Hasselblad has created Instant Approval Architecture (IAA), late color temperature and compare image details across
an enhanced set of feedback tools, designed to liberate multiple images for precise image selection.
the photographer to focus on the shoot rather than the FlexColor/Phocus work on the basis of the raw 3FR files
selection process. IAA triggers audible and visible signals gene­rated by the Hasselblad CFV II. FlexColor runs natively
for each image captured, telling the photographer imme- on both Macintosh and Windows computers (Phocus runs
diately whether the image has a red, amber or green light on Macintosh platforms only at present). Both are licensed
status. The information is recorded both in the file and in to allow you to provide free copies for all your co-workers
the file name, providing a quick and easy way to classify and production partners.
and select images, in the field or in the lab. A 2.5 inch TFT
display on the new Hasselblad products provides a realis- Modular design
tic, high quality and perfect contrast image view, even in A clean and dust-free sensor is essential and the modu-
bright sunlight, to allow instant on-site image approval. IAA lar design of the camera allows for easy access to and
is a Hasselblad trademark and ­Hasselblad has a patent ­cleaning of the sensor, saving you hours of retouching
pending on the invention. work later.

Three modes of operation and storage Camera support

Optimum portability and image storage are critical for The Hasselblad CFV II supports all Hasselblad V system
the professional photographer. Hasselblad CFV II offers a cameras, manufactured since 1957, and all other cameras
choice of the portable CF card storage, tethered operation that accept a Hasselblad interface. For critical work, how-
with extended, special capture controls or optionally the ever, it is not recommended in conjunction with an SWC or
flexible ImageBank-II. With these three operating and stor- ArcBody due to optical incompatibility. Some earlier SWC
age options, the photographer is able to select a mode to models also require slight modification for battery mount-
ing reasons.
The CFV II also supports cable free operation with the
200 series cameras using F type lenses.To enable this
feature, the camera needs a modification that has to be
carried aout at the factory in Sweden. Although the elec-
tronic functions (ISO/contrast) with E-type magazines are
disabled after modification, ISO can easily be selected
on the camera body instead. Supported models are: 202
FA, 203 FE, 205 TCC and 205 FCC. Other 200 and 2000
series models can be used with C type lenses only.

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File size
• Image capture: 16.6 Mpixels • 2bytes = 33 MB • 3FR files are imported to 3F files in FlexColor/Phocus
raw data. Images saved on CF card are losslessly of 41 ­MB each including (preview, metadata,
compressed to an average of 22 MB in 3FR and history log)
(3F Raw) format • Via FlexColor/Phocus, 3FR files can be converted to
• 2 GB CF card holds 90 images on average compressed DNG files of 22 MB each
• TIFF (8/16 bit): 50 / 100 MB

SPECIFICATIONS HASSELBLAD CFV II

Sensor size 16 Mpixels (4080 x 4080 pixels)
Sensor dimensions 36.7 x 36.7 mm (Lens factor 1.5)
Shooting mode Single shot
Color definition 16 bit
ISO speed range ISO 50, 100, 200 and 400
Longest shutter speed 32 seconds
Image storage CF card type II (write speed >20 MB/sec), New ImageBank-II external
hard drive or tethered to Mac or PC
Color management Hasselblad RGB: • full dynamics • reproduction dynamics
Storage capacity On average 90 images on a 2 GB CF card and over 4000 images on a
100 GByte disk
Battery type Sony™ InfoLithium L NP-F series
Capture rate 35 captures per minute
Color display TFT 2.5”
Histogram feedback Yes
IR filter Multi-coated. Mounted on CCD sensor
Acoustic feedback Yes
IAA – Instant Approval Architecture Included, with:
• Acoustic feed back: yes
• Metadata classification: yes
File format Lossless compressed Hasselblad 3F RAW
Software FlexColor/Phocus (included)
Platform support Macintosh: OSX. PC: NT, 2000, XP
Camera support Supports all Hasselblad V system cameras, manufactured since 1957.
See previous section for full details.
Host connection type FireWire 800 (IEEE1394b)
Battery capacity Sony™ InfoLithium L, up to 8 hours of shooting capacity
Operating temperature 0 - 45 ˚C / 32 - 113 ˚F
Dimensions 91 x 90 x 61 mm [W x H x D]
Weight 510 g (Excluding battery and CF card)
Package contents Protection cover CFV, FireWire cable, Flash input sync cable, Flash output
sync cable, CF-Flash card 2GB, Grey card, E-wipes, Focusing screen 36 x
36, Exposure Cable EL, Exposure Cable 503, Adapter EL, Protective case.

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Connectivity
diagram
500 C/CM
501 C/CM
503 CX/CXi/CW

SWC / SWC/M
903 SWC (Not recommended for critical use).

905 SWC
No ‘Exposure’
cable required
(except for long exposures)
Modified 202FA/203 FE / 205 TCC / 205 FCC
With F type lenses and CF type lenses at
F-mode setting

555 ELD
Battery adapter required for
500 EL/ELM + portable use.
500/553 ELX

Exposure cable 503 CW

‘Exposure’ 503 CW +
cable required Winder CW + required for FlexColor
or Phocus control of
for control 503CW+Winder CW.
from
FlexColor or Exposure Cable EL required
Phocus
(NOTE: only these cam-
500 EL/ELM + for w control of EL/ELM and
ELX use.
eras/combinations can be 500/553 ELX
controlled from FlexColor + Battery adapter required for
portable use.
or Phocus)
CFV II digital back

2000 FC / FCM
2003 FCW
201 F / 203 FE
205 TCC / FCC
With C type lenses
‘Exposure’ (C-mode setting)
cable always
required
FlexBody,

Note:
For exposures
+ ArcBody (Not recommended for critical use).

longer than 1/8

second, use the sup-
plied Flash input Flash input
Any view camera
sync cable. sync cable with Hasselblad V
This applies to all system adapter
models and
combinations.
UK – v2

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