Hasselblad 50mm f/4 C and CF (1964–1989)

A pair of Zeiss-made wide-angle lenses for the Hasselblad V system, spanning two generations with integrated shutters and flash sync at all speeds.

Overview

The Hasselblad 50mm f/4 C and its successor, the CF, are wide-angle lenses designed for the Hasselblad V system, both made by Zeiss under the Distagon name. The C version was produced from 1964 to 1982 in chrome and black T✻ variants, while the CF version followed from 1982 to 1989 with a bayonet filter mount and updated shutter. These lenses offer a diagonal angle of view of 75°, roughly equivalent to a 28mm lens on a 35mm camera. Both models feature a leaf shutter enabling flash synchronization at all speeds, including 1/500s, a hallmark of the Hasselblad system.

Specifications

Optics	7 elements in 7 groups
Actual focal length	51.3mm
Flange focal distance	74.9mm
Diaphragm	5 straight blades, f/22 minimum
Shutter (C version)	Synchro-Compur, 1 – 1/500s and Bulb
Shutter (CF version)	Prontor, 1 – 1/500s and Bulb
Flash sync	X and M (C); syncs at all speeds (CF)
Filter mount (C)	Series VIII
Filter mount (CF)	Bayonet 60
Close focus (C)	1.5' / 0.45m
Close focus (CF)	18.2" / 0.46m (actual)
Maximum reproduction ratio (CF)	1:5.3
Minimum subject field (CF)	12" (300mm) square
Coating (1964–1972 C)	Single coated (blue and amber)
Coating (1972+ C and CF)	Multicoated T✻ (blue, green on rear)
Weight (measured, with ring)	916.5 g (32.327 oz)
Weight (measured, without ring)	893.3 g (31.510 oz)
Weight (rated)	885 g (31.2 oz)

Market

In January 2016, the C version sold used for about $350, with prices ranging from $150 to $500. The CF version, as of Christmas 2015, was selling for $300 to $650 used. One noted C version example had serial number 5143685 and exhibited light etched haze.