Hasselblad worth it?

Christopher Walrath said:

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It can be handheld but it is very heavy, like the much less expensive, Poor Boy's Camera of the Year, the Mamiya RB67. Not built for speed but really awesomw when in hand.

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There's no comparison between these two camera systems, in terms of weight, bulk or design.

The Hasselblad 500 series is a masterpiece of ergonomic design. When properly held it is a seamless extension of my hand. I can compose, focus, expose and crank through an entire roll without taking me eye from the viewfinder. Try that with an RB67 or a Rollei SL66 or for that matter a Rolleiflex TLR and you'll see what I mean.