Hasselblad 500C price?

nkbitsch · Jan 21, 2010

Hi everybody!

I'm out to buy my first Hasselblad, but I don't really know how much to spend.

I have been offered a 500C with a Carl Zeiss Synchro-Compur 80mm, a Carl Zeiss Synchro-Compur Sonnar 150mm, and Minolta light meter, and a delsey bag.
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the guy asks £820 is that waaay to much, or a good price?

Everything is in good condition

pcooklin · Jan 21, 2010

I paid over 1000GBP for a 500cm, 80mm Planar, 2 backs, lens shade (all sold in *Mint condition, but they were *very good condition...It seems like a good price..but do wait for other opinions and search Ebay for comparisons.

nkbitsch · Jan 21, 2010

I have done a lot of ebay searches, but there are almost only 500CM's to find (which are with newer lenses and therefore more expensive).

Any help would be appreciated!

darkosaric · Jan 21, 2010

I went on "polish ebay" allegro.pl :

HASSELBLAD 500c with 80 planar = 2350 pln (1 euro = 4.1 pln)

regards,

paul_c5x4 · Jan 21, 2010

Have a look at the UK dealer prices - Fffordes is one to consult. Dealer prices are often a bit higher than "the going rate", but should still give some indication of value.

Personally, I think £820 is a bit on the high side..

bdial · Jan 21, 2010

Look at completed auctions for similar equipment on epray, also look at KEH.com, to establish base prices.
From this side of the pond, an average 500c with an 80 non-T* C lens and A12 back should be in the 500 USD neighborhood.
The 150 is worth 300 +- USD, not sure about the meter. As Paul says, £820 seems high, unless the condition is exceptional.
Unfortunately, KEH is over here, I don't think there is a similar shop over there.

jeffreyg · Jan 21, 2010

I'm not up on the prices. Your picture shows what appear to be extension tubes as well. I would run a couple of rolls of film through, one or more with each of the lenses at different shutter speeds and apertures to check if all is in proper working order. Take them in constant light preferably on a tripod. Take a meter reading and then change the shutter speed and corresponding f/stop each frame. All the negatives or transparencies should be VERY CLOSE if all is well and taking in to consideration the age of the equipment.(exactly the same might be asking too much under the circumstances)

Tobster · Jan 21, 2010

I also think the price is a bit too high.

There seems to be a lot of talk about whether you really need T*-coating, and whether an older 12-back is that much more difficult to use compared to a newer A12-back, but I would really recommend to go for a C/M body where you have the option to change the focusing screen to one of the newer brighter ones.

I changed the focusing screen in my 500 C/M to an acute matte screen, and it really does make a big difference when composing, especially in low light conditions and when using slower lenses.

John Koehrer · Jan 21, 2010

Real market is what someone is willing to pay, My SWAG is that he's a little high. Like bdial ~$500 for body,lens & back, I think a little higher for the 150 ~ $300-$400, Extension tubes~$50 ea., meter ~$100, used bags are worth what you're willing to pay. Here anywhere from $5.00-? The most I've spent on a USED bag was a Domke F2 @ $45. So that's around $1100. Since you're looking at pounds, that's what $1300-$1400? He's probably in the ballpark & you should be able to talk him down a bit. I'd start around 600 & work from there.

Andy38 · Jan 21, 2010

Camera and lenses are old...
If everything is in very good working condition , it may be a good price :
Camera with back : £250 ;
Minolta light meter , with 5° viewfinder : £150 ;
Extension tubes (2) : £50 ;
80mm Planar : £150
150mm Sonnar : £250 .
Approximately .

Jeff L · Jan 21, 2010

I am no Hasselblad expert but I have read and was told that there are no shutter parts available for the silver lenses. Service yes, but if the shutter needs a part then you're out of luck. Just what I heard, and maybe deserves verification.

Uncle Goose · Jan 21, 2010

Isn't the silver just cosmetically??

mikebarger · Jan 21, 2010

David Odess is still servicing them, with parts. Don't ask how I know.

mike

Andrew Moxom · Jan 21, 2010

Way too spendy for that set up!!! You can get 500CM bodies for $400 and 80 + 150 CF lenses on EBay for around $400 to $500 a piece. For the C lenses whcich these are, spares are limited and the lenses need exercising regularly or they will almost certainly need a CLA. I think you could get a decent kit for around $1500 (approx 900 pounds) but these items would not be it!!

canonman · Jan 21, 2010

I would buy a 500cm - a 500c isn't worth that price, there hase been a 501cm with a 80CB and Back plus WLF on Rangefinderforum for 1500 US Dollars. This schouldn't be far away from 820 Pounds - but ways better. Even a 500 cm you could sell again - a 500c not that easy for this price.

mgb74 · Jan 21, 2010

Looks like you have a couple of extension tubes which might add to the value a bit, especially if you want to use them. Condition means a lot; are you able to film test the system? Was there any recent service on the lenses, body, and back - say within the last 4-5 years? If so, value would be higher.

I have a couple of the older "C" style backs (like on this system). A bit more difficult to use than the newer "A" style, but only a little bit. Otherwise, I think bdial's numbers are about right, though US$500 with a C back is probably fair.

Andy38 · Jan 21, 2010

Don't forget Minolta light meter ( a IIIF Flash meter , with spotmeter)...

Sirius Glass · Jan 21, 2010

The price is too high for a C lens which only has one layer of coating. Look for CF lenses.

Check out www.keh.com and ask about international shipping, I heard that it is a way to avoid the customs charges. You will have to ask them about the shipping and customs.

Steve

Q.G. · Jan 22, 2010

Depending on the condition of the equipment (of course), i would say that for all that is shown in the picture, the price is a good one.

nkbitsch · Jan 22, 2010

Thanks everybody for all of your answers, they were very helpful! I have decided not to got for that setup, but to find 500cm with an 80mm T* coated lens. How much should i pay for a set in good condition? i guess £600 would be a good price?

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nkbitsch · Jan 24, 2010

I forgot to tell you that i'm from Denmark.

The prices are much higher here in Denmark compared to the UK and the USA.

I have been offered a 503CW with the 80mm lens and 12 back, for £900. It's pretty much more than my budget, but isn't that a very good price?

I don't know if theres a huge difference between the 500CM and the 500CW, but here in Denmark, the price difference is enormous.

I'm ready to shop in the UK (ebay etc.), so I don't wan't to pay more than the prices in UK

Best regards

edtbjon · Jan 24, 2010

Well, Denmark is in between Sweden and Germany, where you find two rather big markets. I.e. with todays european common market you don't have to stick to Denmark if you are willing to buy via the Internet.

//Björn

nkbitsch · Jan 24, 2010

yeah that was what I thought! I found this excellent condition 503CW in the UK, the guy asks £900 isn't it a good price?

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