Telephoto Photography
by HASSELBLADComprehensive guide to telephoto photography with the HASSELBLAD system. This technical manual covers the fundamental principles of telephoto photography and effective subject approach techniques, detailed specifications for four HASSELBLAD camera bodies—the 500C/M, 500EL/M, SWC, and 2000FC—all equipped with interchangeable lenses featuring central shutters. A detailed comparison table documents available HASSELBLAD telephoto lenses: Zeiss Sonnar optics in 150–250 mm range, Tele Tessar designs from 350–500 mm, and Schneider Variogon zoom lenses covering 140–280 mm focal lengths. Each lens entry includes complete technical specifications: relative aperture, angle of view, diaphragm range, minimum focusing distance, lens element count, and weight. The guide addresses practical considerations for lens selection based on shooting conditions, proper use of lens hoods to maximize image quality, perspective control when working with telephoto optics, and how atmospheric conditions affect photographic results. Example photographs throughout the manual demonstrate real-world application of these techniques.
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- Photography