Hasselblad's macro for the H system — the HC Macro 120mm f/4 II for medium format close-up work.
The Hasselblad HC Macro 120mm f/4 II is a dedicated macro lens for the Hasselblad H system medium format cameras. At 120mm on the H system's 645 digital format, it provides approximately a 93mm equivalent with true 1:1 macro magnification. The Mark II improves on the original with updated optics and coatings. Integrated leaf shutter enables flash sync at all speeds.
Optical performance is excellent — Hasselblad's demanding standards applied to macro work. Sharpness at close distances is outstanding. The medium format sensor resolves extraordinary detail at macro magnification. The f/4 aperture is adequate for macro work. The leaf shutter enables flash sync at any speed — essential for controlled macro lighting setups in studio.
Hasselblad H mount with integrated leaf shutter and autofocus. Filter thread varies. Weight is approximately 870 grams. Build quality is outstanding professional grade. The H system provides the most automated medium format macro experience available — autofocus and automatic exposure with leaf shutter flash sync in a single package.
Available on the used Hasselblad market at significant prices. Check leaf shutter timing, AF accuracy, and optical elements. An outstanding macro lens for the H system. The medium format macro advantage — greater detail and tonal depth than any smaller format — is significant. The leaf shutter adds invaluable flash control for macro work.