Hasselblad's modular medium-format DSLR — the H5D, up to 60MP, H mount, leaf-shutter lenses, 2012.
The Hasselblad H5D was released in 2012 as part of the modular H-system, a professional medium-format platform of body, viewfinder, lens and interchangeable digital back. It followed the H4D and was aimed at high-end studio, commercial and landscape professionals working at large file sizes.
The H5D is a medium-format DSLR available with several sensor options across the range, from around 40 to 60 megapixels depending on the back, using the Hasselblad H lens mount. It has an optical prism viewfinder, an interchangeable digital back, and the H-system lenses carry a leaf shutter in the lens for flash sync across the shutter range. It is a modular stills system built for controlled, high-quality work.
It suits commercial, fashion, product and landscape professionals who need very high resolution and the flexibility of a modular body-and-back system. The leaf-shutter lenses make it strong for studio flash work, and the large files hold up to demanding print and retouching, though the system is heavy, deliberate in use, and costly to maintain.
When buying, check the shutter count, inspect the sensor for dust and marks, and confirm the body, back and lens serial-era compatibility since H-system parts must match. Test the digital back connection, the prism finder, screen and card and battery doors, and verify the specialist battery grip and charger are available. As a CMOS or CCD back depending on the version, check which sensor is fitted and note that some early H-system CCD backs need specialist service that is now limited, so buy on tested condition.