Hasselblad EL/M

[Hassasin]

You are incorrect.
The "D" version of Acute Matte was introduced in 1996, followed by other variations in 1997. The 553ELX, on the other hand, was introduced in 1988.

Noticed in mean time

 

[Alexander6x6]

Well, I may be wrong on D being originally supplied with 553ELX. I got it with D screen in new condition some 6+ years ago, boxed etc. so yes I assumed that.

The most likely scenario is that you have a 553 ELX that was upgraded by the previous user.

I have both D and non-D, there is a difference. I can say that.

Could you tell me how exactly to see the difference between the two screens? I have a D and a non-D, but I could not see a difference at all.

Back to your $600 deal, screen aside, I misread your post. Not sure what "functional" means. Motorised bodies were a stable of professional studios. Many got abused to no end. SO am not sure what that functional relates.

There are a lot of nonfunctional motorised bodies on eBay that are offered as "no batteries included" or "not tested"

 

[Alexander6x6]

Here is the picture that helps me a lot to identify the Acute Matte D and non-D screens

 

[Hassasin]

The most likely scenario is that you have a 553 ELX that was upgraded by the previous user.



Could you tell me how exactly to see the difference between the two screens? I have a D and a non-D, but I could not see a difference at all.



There are a lot of nonfunctional motorised bodies on eBay that are offered as "no batteries included" or "not tested"

I meant what kind of suffering the body went through. One thing it functions, another how used is it. Some are at a verge of collapsing from wear in pro use. I typically check back plate and lens mount. Both show condition of black coating, good for me to stay away from some examples.

 

[Hassasin]

The most likely scenario is that you have a 553 ELX that was upgraded by the previous user.



Could you tell me how exactly to see the difference between the two screens? I have a D and a non-D, but I could not see a difference at all.



There are a lot of nonfunctional motorised bodies on eBay that are offered as "no batteries included" or "not tested"

You're not the only one who can't tell the difference between D and non-D. I can't explain it either way. As is the case with some who have difficulty focusing Hass with any screen, or AM one vs. older variety etc. same for D vs. non-D, and I think it can only be noticed under specific conditions.

The difference would show in how image comes into focus, the very point of focus.

I'll be frank saying I use screen with split image, and that split is what gives me confidence. And do not believe overspending on D screen, or even on first AM is worth the current asking price. But it will help in dim light, that I won't question.

In the end AM screens have a market value above all others, so it can be easily sold at probably non loss or better. So I think it is prudent do look for one, try it, then exchange for something else, perhaps more useful.