Hasselblad

Hasselblad SWC/M Medium Format Camera with Biogon 38mm f/4.5 Lens

Name: Hasselblad SWC/M Medium Format Camera with Biogon 38mm f/4.5 Lens
Brand: Hasselblad
Price: 1600.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£1,600.00 GBP

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Description

An extraordinary and legendary Hasselblad SWC/M wide-field medium format film camera. Specifically engineered for uncompromising architectural, landscape, and interior photography, the SWC/M features a non-reflex body design permanently paired with the legendary Carl Zeiss Biogon 38mm f/4.5 T* lens. This symmetrical wide-angle optic delivers virtually zero distortion across a 6x6cm negative. Lens serial number: 1841366. Body serial number: CUW 2709. This kit includes the top-mounted optical viewfinder, A12 film back (insert serial: TU 106382), and spirit level.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good

Cosmetically in very good vintage pre-owned condition with minor signs of handling and light brassing consistent with professional field use. Glass optics are clean and clear with no scratches, haze, or fungus. Synchro-Compur shutter speeds operate smoothly across settings. Film back numbers match properly, and the ground glass/viewfinder optics are clear.

Included

Hasselblad SWC/M Medium Format Camera Body (Body Serial: CUW 2709)
Carl Zeiss Biogon 38mm f/4.5 T* Lens in Synchro-Compur Shutter (Lens Serial: 1841366)
Hasselblad A12 6x6 Film Magazine Back (Insert Serial: TU 106382)
Top-Mounted Hasselblad Optical Viewfinder
Front Lens Cap

Key Features

Lens Serial Number: 1841366
Body Serial Number: CUW 2709
Magazine Insert Serial Number: TU 106382
Permanent Carl Zeiss Biogon 38mm f/4.5 T* wide-angle lens (90-degree angle of view)
Synchro-Compur leaf shutter with speeds up to 1/500s and flash sync at all speeds
Dedicated top-mounted optical viewfinder with spirit level for precise alignment
Interchangeable V-series film magazine capability (A12 6x6 format)

Collector's Notes

The Hasselblad SWC/M is widely considered the ultimate wide-angle film camera ever created. Its unique fixed-lens design eliminates mirror vibration and optical compromises, making it an absolute grail piece for landscape and architectural film photographers and serious collectors alike.