Hasselblad V wide-angle — Zeiss Distagon 50mm f/4 with T* coating and leaf shutter.
The Hasselblad Carl Zeiss Distagon 50mm f/4 T* is a wide-angle lens for the Hasselblad V system providing approximately a 30mm equivalent perspective on the 6x6cm format. The earlier version without FLE correction, it established the wide-angle option for the Hasselblad system with genuine Zeiss optical quality.
Optical quality is good with the Distagon design providing the retrofocus correction needed for SLR mirror clearance. The T* coating delivers excellent flare resistance and the rich Zeiss colour. The 50mm perspective provides useful wide-angle coverage for landscape and architectural work on the square format.
Build quality is to Hasselblad and Zeiss standards with a built-in Prontor leaf shutter for flash sync at all speeds. The lens handles well on V-system bodies and provides the reliable mechanical quality the system demands.
On the used market, the non-FLE Distagon 50mm f/4 is more affordable than the later FLE version while delivering similar wide-angle coverage. For Hasselblad V users wanting wide-angle capability at reasonable cost, it provides genuine Zeiss quality at accessible prices.