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Hasselblad

Hasselblad 503CW

The last V-System body Hasselblad produced, manufactured from 1996 until its discontinuation in April 2013. Shoots 6x6cm on 120 film with a Gliding Mirror System that eliminated viewfinder image cutoff with telephoto lenses. Added TTL/OTF flash metering and optional winder capability to the classic 500-series design.

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Cindy Sherman
Cindy Sherman

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Used Hasselblad 503CW for her large-format color work from the 1990s onward
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David LaChapelle
David LaChapelle

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Used Hasselblad 503CW for his elaborately staged studio portraits and editorial work
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Last updated March 20, 2026