Hasselblad V body with TTL flash metering, automatic flash exposure in the modular 6x6 system at accessible pricing.
The Hasselblad 503CX is a V-system body from 1994 that introduced TTL flash metering to the 500-series, a significant advance that enabled automatic flash exposure with compatible Hasselblad flash units. The CX sits between the basic 500C/M and the premium 503CW in the 500-series hierarchy.
The TTL flash metering measures light reflected from the film surface during exposure, providing accurate automatic flash exposure that previously required manual calculation or external meters. The camera remains fully mechanical for ambient-light shooting, requiring no batteries for non-flash operation.
Build quality is classic Hasselblad V-system with the modular design accepting all V-mount Carl Zeiss lenses, film backs, and viewfinders. The Acute Matte focusing screen provides a bright image for ground glass composition, and the leaf shutter lenses enable flash sync at all speeds.
The 503CX offers excellent value on the used market as a Hasselblad V body with TTL flash capability at lower prices than the 503CW. For studio and location photographers who use flash, the TTL metering provides genuine practical advantages over the basic 500C/M.