I really appreciate how precise you are in this video. I have not used my Hasselblad in quite a long while, and I kept messing up the loading process. I have two different film backs (including the one you have here). Also, I appreciate the little note on the orientation of the dark slide. Thank you very much. I blew a roll of film but I now have a fresh one loaded in each camera back, ready to go.
I just succeeded in loading my first C12 magazine (which is what’s shown in the video). I had Ilford HP5 Plus B&W negative film instead. As for the symbols before the “1” appears in the rear window on the HP5 Plus first there seems to be 2 horizontal arrows (if viewed as the magazine is held in the video) and then a succession of pairs of dotted circles in increasing diameter until a pair of “1”:s. At that point I followed your instructions to the letter.
I should've watched this before I loaded my film on my own, because I got the first 6 frames empty when I developed my film lol 😅 I almost freaked out pulling that roll from the canister, oh well. Thanks for the helpful video!
I see this video just for curiosity, and i view is a PERFECT explanation of how to put and remove the 120 roll, i have exactly this camera and enjoy to much taking pictures with this piece of technology, just to think a little bit on this the camera does not have a single battery and works perfectly and you also get incredible images
I noticed you removed the film with the system in red. I just cocked the camera again after finishing a roll. Should I fire the shutter again before removing the film or does it not matter?
Thanks for watching and for the question - good observation! After your last shot, it shouldn’t matter either way. After you advance once past your last shot, the shutter release button gets disabled on the camera (you won’t be able to press it again) and the counter on the back will go blank. As long as you put your dark slide back into the back before removing it you will be fine (which you’ll have to put the dark slide in to get the back off anyways).
One thing I noticed you did but did not mention was when you put the film back onto the body you pushed the button over before putting it all the way into place. That helps reduce wear on the tabs and the back.
With these old manual film backs, there is no need to align the black arrow that is on the paper backing. On the automatic film backs, you will have to align the black arrow with the marks on the film back insert. One more point, you can load the film back while still attached to the camera if you don’t feel like messing around with the dark slide.
Exactly! If (like me) you only have 1 back for a 500 C/M, it's better to just remove the internals with the back still on. You aren't gaining anything from taking the back off completely; it only puts more wear on the camera.
Hi! Yes, I have a peak design tripod mount on the bottom that has worked pretty well. Just make sure if you put one on to tighten it down very well (the Hasselblad is so heavy that if it is loose it can come undone easy if things get off balance...shouldn't be an issue if you just make sure it is really tight). The little plastic beads on the side are also for a peak design sling ("Peak Design Slide Camera Strap")...to be honest, I haven't used the sling much. Normally when I shoot with the Hasselblad I either have it mounted to the tripod that I am carrying around or just have it in a small sling back for quick access with a basic wrist strap on it. The little metal things I attached to the lugs for the peak design beads I just got on Amazon and they work well (just search "Hasselblad Strap Lugs").
One of the best Hasselblad 500 film loading demos I’ve see
I concur.
Thank you so much for watching - I am glad it was helpful and thanks for the kind words!
I haven’t used my hassy in a few years and this was a great refresher! Thank you for your help.
Thanks for watching! Have fun shooting with it!
Now that some time has passed and if you still haven’t used it I’ll gladly give it some life.
I really appreciate how precise you are in this video. I have not used my Hasselblad in quite a long while, and I kept messing up the loading process. I have two different film backs (including the one you have here). Also, I appreciate the little note on the orientation of the dark slide. Thank you very much. I blew a roll of film but I now have a fresh one loaded in each camera back, ready to go.
Thank you for the kind words and for watching! Have fun shooting!
I just succeeded in loading my first C12 magazine (which is what’s shown in the video). I had Ilford HP5 Plus B&W negative film instead.
As for the symbols before the “1” appears in the rear window on the HP5 Plus first there seems to be 2 horizontal arrows (if viewed as the magazine is held in the video) and then a succession of pairs of dotted circles in increasing diameter until a pair of “1”:s.
At that point I followed your instructions to the letter.
Thanks for watching! I haven’t shot any Ilford before, but I have been meaning to try it. Have fun shooting! 🎞️
Perfect! Very helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for watching! Have fun with it!! 📷
I should've watched this before I loaded my film on my own, because I got the first 6 frames empty when I developed my film lol 😅 I almost freaked out pulling that roll from the canister, oh well. Thanks for the helpful video!
Don't feel bad. I developed an entire roll of .......... backing paper. 😂
I see this video just for curiosity, and i view is a PERFECT explanation of how to put and remove the 120 roll, i have exactly this camera and enjoy to much taking pictures with this piece of technology, just to think a little bit on this the camera does not have a single battery and works perfectly and you also get incredible images
Finest camera ever made.
I loooooooooooooove this camera 😍
The best!
A clear and simple demonstration. Thank you.
I noticed you removed the film with the system in red. I just cocked the camera again after finishing a roll. Should I fire the shutter again before removing the film or does it not matter?
Thanks for watching and for the question - good observation! After your last shot, it shouldn’t matter either way. After you advance once past your last shot, the shutter release button gets disabled on the camera (you won’t be able to press it again) and the counter on the back will go blank. As long as you put your dark slide back into the back before removing it you will be fine (which you’ll have to put the dark slide in to get the back off anyways).
really Good ❤
Glad you like it!
One thing I noticed you did but did not mention was when you put the film back onto the body you pushed the button over before putting it all the way into place. That helps reduce wear on the tabs and the back.
Good catch and thanks for pointing that out! You are absolutely correct!
With these old manual film backs, there is no need to align the black arrow that is on the paper backing. On the automatic film backs, you will have to align the black arrow with the marks on the film back insert. One more point, you can load the film back while still attached to the camera if you don’t feel like messing around with the dark slide.
Exactly! If (like me) you only have 1 back for a 500 C/M, it's better to just remove the internals with the back still on. You aren't gaining anything from taking the back off completely; it only puts more wear on the camera.
This is very clear! Thank you!
I’m also wondering what clips you have to connect the peak design anchors?
Also curious about the peak design integration
Hi! Yes, I have a peak design tripod mount on the bottom that has worked pretty well. Just make sure if you put one on to tighten it down very well (the Hasselblad is so heavy that if it is loose it can come undone easy if things get off balance...shouldn't be an issue if you just make sure it is really tight). The little plastic beads on the side are also for a peak design sling ("Peak Design Slide Camera Strap")...to be honest, I haven't used the sling much. Normally when I shoot with the Hasselblad I either have it mounted to the tripod that I am carrying around or just have it in a small sling back for quick access with a basic wrist strap on it. The little metal things I attached to the lugs for the peak design beads I just got on Amazon and they work well (just search "Hasselblad Strap Lugs").
Great video
Did he just waste a whole perfectly good roll of film??
The film was already damaged from not being stored properly so it was the perfect candidate for an instructional video!