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Hasselblad H5D
Ilse Jurriën : September 12th 2012 - 18:30 CET
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 Professional Hasselblad H5D camera system : Hasselblad's 'next generation' H System camera will be showcased at the Hasselblad press conference at photokina, Cologne, Germany. The Hasselblad H5D features a modernized design and a complete new electronic engine to pave the way for ultimate quality imaging, for print ready JPEG files, and for a smooth and intuitive user interface. Customers will immediately notice the improved ergonomics and this progressive system also brings upgraded performance on a number of levels. The Hasselblad H5D camera is billed by the Sweden-based company as 'the latest step in the evolution of the best high-end camera system in the world'.
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Hasselblad H5D features
Aimed at high-end professional users the Hasselblad H5D offers:
• New H System lens: HCD 4.8/24 mm, equivalent to 17 mm on 35 mm DSLR format
• New Macro Converter, for superb close-up performance with wide angle lenses
• RAW + JPEG mode for quick preview and print
• New True Focus II provides unique, accurate focus and Immediate Focus Confirm
• Full access to camera information and image preview on rear in tethered mode
• The largest, brightest viewfinder image on the market
• New larger, more ergonomic buttons and an easier to read display style
• New sealing for improved weather proofing plus new sensor unit safety lock
• Optional battery adapter for standalone operation of digital capture unit
• Ultimate image quality with Hasselblad Natural Color Solution
• A choice of software: Hasselblad Phocus 2.7 and Adobe Lightroom 4 both included
Hasselblad H5D lenses
Peter Stig-Nielsen, Hasselblad's Director of Professional Camera Products said: "Hasselblad is a world-leader with an unmatched and comprehensive range of lenses. Now that line has been extended with the new wide angle HCD 4.8/24 mm lens, which offers the same performance as the HCD 28 mm and is the equivalent of a 17 mm on 35 mm DSLR format. Additionally, our new Macro Converter provides excellent close-up performance with the HC 50, HCD 28 and HC 35 lenses - negating the need for additional macro lens purchase."
Hasselblad H5D price & availability
The user interface of the Hasselblad H5D has been re-written to achieve a smooth and intuitive operation. All in all the Hasselblad H5D camera series will provide the ultimate high-end addition to any serious photographer's capture equipment. The Hasselblad H5D camera will be available as models with 40, 50 and 60 megapixels as well as 50 and 200 megapixel Multi-Shot versions and will start shipping in December 2012.
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