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Hasselblad 1000F Camera Kit Zeiss Lenses,Polaroid Backs, Bellows, Case - $1,750 (Hollywood)
CAHUENGA BLVD near odin
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The Hasselblad 1000F was the company’s second camera and marked a major leap forward in medium format photography. It is a mechanical marvel, featuring a focal-plane shutter and robust modular design—allowing for interchangeable lenses, viewfinders, and backs.
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📸 Camera Body
Model: Hasselblad 1000F
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with very minimal wear
Shutter: Smooth and fully operational
Viewfinder: Waist-level finder with clean focusing screen + extra WLF focusing glass included
Original user manual and shutter release cable included
Finish: Clean chrome with no signs of corrosion or abuse
🔍 Lenses – All Original Carl Zeiss Glass
Each lens is clean, clear, and shows minimal external wear. Focus and aperture rings are smooth and responsive.
🔹 Zeiss-Opton Tessar 80mm f/2.8 Nr. 589461
Full Name: Zeiss-Opton Tessar 1:2.8 f=80mm
Serial Number: 589461 → Produced circa 1952
Mount: Screw mount for Hasselblad 1000F (pre-bayonet)
Design: 4 elements in 3 groups (classic Tessar design)
Minimum Focus: ~0.9m
Aperture Range: f/2.8 – f/22
Lens Hood: Included (valuable accessory)
Notes:
This was the standard kit lens for early Hasselblad cameras.
Produced by Zeiss-Opton in West Germany.
Excellent center sharpness, with vintage rendering at wider apertures.
🔹 Carl Zeiss Sonnar 135mm f/3.5 Nr. 1,591,017
Full Name: Carl Zeiss Sonnar 1:3.5 f=135mm
Serial Number: 1,591,017 → Produced circa 1957
Mount: Screw mount (for 1000F/1600F series)
Design: 4 elements in 3 groups (Sonnar design)
Aperture Range: f/3.5 – f/32
Minimum Focus: ~1.5m
Lens Hood: Included
Notes:
Medium telephoto lens used for portraits, detail work, and compression in landscapes.
Known for creamy bokeh and excellent contrast.
A rarer focal length in the Hasselblad screw-mount ecosystem.
🔹 Carl Zeiss Distagon 60mm f/5.6 Nr. 1,204,714
Full Name: Carl Zeiss Distagon 1:5.6 f=60mm
Serial Number: 1,204,714 → Produced circa 1954
Mount: Screw mount (1000F compatible)
Design: Retrofocus wide-angle lens (7 elements in 7 groups, typically)
Aperture Range: f/5.6 – f/22
Minimum Focus: ~0.5m
Notes:
A relatively rare wide-angle lens for the 1000F system.
Early Distagons were slower (f/5.6) due to optical limitations of the era.
Notable for keeping straight lines (low distortion) — great for architecture and documentary work.
One of the first retrofocus designs used in medium format SLRs.
includes three color filters with 2 locking rings.
🛠️ Extension Gear
Hasselblad Extension Tube No. 40 – For close-up and macro work
Hasselblad Bellows Unit – Original, marked “Made in West Germany by Victor Hasselblad AB.” Enables extremely fine focusing adjustments and macro precision. Bellows are light-tight and flexible.
📷 Polaroid Backs and Instant Film Accessories
Polaroid 100 Back for Hasselblad (Nr. EB2181A) – Hard to find in this condition
Arca-Swiss 500C Polaroid Cassette Back, made in Switzerland – Comes with the original instruction manual
Perfect for testing exposure or instant photography with compatible film systems
⚡ Flash Compatibility
Includes a rare original Flash Strobe Adapter – Allows for external strobe/flash use with modern or vintage flash systems
Adapter connects securely and functions as intended
A highly practical tool for studio shooters or collectors who want full system usability
🔧 Functionality
All mechanical functions—including shutter, focus, and aperture—have been tested and work properly. This camera has been well-kept but, as with any vintage equipment, you may wish to have it serviced for professional use. Sold as-is due to age, with no returns.
🌍 Shipping
Professionally packed and insured
International shipping available
Ships from the USA
✅ Why This Kit?
This is a rare opportunity to own a fully outfitted Hasselblad 1000F system in collector-level condition. Whether you're a working photographer, analog enthusiast, or collector of fine optics, this set brings both utility and historical value.
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