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Best macro lens for 503 cx

elrafo

Member
Hello!

I was wondering what would be the best macro lens for a 503 Hasselblad, I have seen that the 120mm is good for portrait as well but for closeup? How close can I get with this lens? Is there another option for extreme close up on this system?

Thanks
 

Udo

Member
The Macro-Planar 120's closest focusing distance is 0.8m corresponding to a reproduction ratio of 1:4.5. The lens can be combined with extension tubes in order to increase reproduction ratio.

The Macro-Planar 135 is an alternative especially for real close-ups (1:1). It needs to be combined with extension tubes or bellows.

For details just check out the following link:

Hasselblad Historical

Regards,
Udo
 

elrafo

Member
Thanks Udo,

so you would recommend more the 135 mm for Eyes close up for instance or insects photography ?
 

Leigh

New member
The 135mm is a bellows lens, usable only with the Hasselblad bellows.

It has no focusing mechanism of its own.

Lovely lens, but a bit odd.

Also be aware that closeup work requires exposure compensation in most cases.

- Leigh
 
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