The Horseman SW612D Camera Body is the central component within a modular camera system designed for capturing wide-angle and panoramic photographs. This hybrid system is able to accommodate both digital backs and roll film holders, as well as a range of dedicated lens units.

This camera body is constructed from CNC-machined metal and features an ergonomic design to suit handheld shooting. An accessory shoe is incorporated into the design to permit the attachment of an optional optical viewfinder, and a spirit level is also integrated into the camera's design to ensure level horizons.

Included with the camera body is an SWD Adapter Plate for Hasselblad V-mount digital backs.

For Digital Backs and Roll Film Holders    Ideal for Wide-Angle & Panoramic Photos    Interchangeable Adapter Plates    Compatible with SW and SW-D Lens Units    Accepts Optional Optical Viewfinder    Integrated Spirit Level    Rugged CNC-Machined Metal-Body Design    Includes Hasselblad V Adapter Plate

Designed as the base within a modular camera system, this camera body is built to accept both optional digital backs as well as 6 x 7 or 6 x 12-format roll film holders. An adapter plate for Hasselblad V-mount digital backs is included with the camera and an optional adapter plate for Mamiya 645-mount digital backs is also available. When mounting roll film holders, the optional SWD Spacer for Roll Film Holder is required to achieve the proper flange focal distance.

Compatible with an array of optional dedicated SW and SW-D lens units, this system is especially well-suited to wide-angle and panoramic photography.

The rugged CNC-machined metal camera body features an ergonomic design to enable handheld shooting.

A built-in accessory shoe accommodates an optional optical viewfinder, along with lens-dedicated finder masks, and also incorporates a spirit level into its design to aid in achieving level horizons.

Dedicated lens units incorporate helical focusing mechanisms and feature a printed distance scale for setting focus. Alternatively, an optional ground glass back is available for through-the-lens focusing.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there any lock key for wide open aperture ring on the Novoflex lens adapter? is there any problem when both the aperture rings of the adapter and the Nikon D type lens are shifted to their own settings?

A: No, the Novoflex Nikon F Lens to Hasselblad X-Mount Camera Adapter, B&H # NOHAXNIK, does not have a lock feature. If you are using the Novoflex Nikon F Lens to Hasselblad X-Mount Camera Adapter on a lens that has its own aperture ring, you would have to choose to use one or the other; whichever ring you choose to use to set the aperture, you would set the other ring to the wide-open setting.

Q: 2. Can you specify the weight of the camera? How can I get it while I'm in India?

A: It is around 2.9lbs (1.32kg). We are shipping to India, so if you order online it'll give you the approximate shipping time which could be ~3-5 days.

Q: 3. Is the zoom (top right) button just for focusing?

A: The blue magnifying button on the back, top right of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR Kit with Canon 24-105mm f/4L IS USM AF Lens allows you to zoom in the image during playback mode to check details of the image. It lets you check if the image was properly focused when the photo was taken. Also lets you see if there is any blur due to camera shake or if the subject moved too quickly for the shutter speed that was used.

Q: 4. when i'm trying to mount nikon lens on X1Dii 50 C with this, camera is giving lens not detected error. Please help with setting?

A: There is no electronic communication between the camera and the lens when using this adapter, so you need to use the camera menu to switch to the electronic shutter, and use the built-in aperture ring on the adapter in order to control exposure.

Q: 5. why can i not take my Horseman 4x5 view camera and use the vcc camera mount and use it like the one your trying to sell here?

A: The Horseman VCC PRO View Camera Converter will not connect to a Horseman 4x5 view camera. It is specifically designed for use with DSLR cameras, and not for use with the 4x5 camera.

Q: 6. What lenses can be used with the VCC Pro?

A: The Horseman VCC PRO View Camera Converter for Nikon comes with a lens panel that can be use with various VCC Pro lenses. Otherwise, if you look under the accessory tab, there are options for adapters that would enable the use of different large and medium format mounts. http://bhpho.to/1zQC5rK

Q: 7. Can this camera take a 4x5 film back? Description says Digital and Analog

A: Yes, it can take a 4x5 film back.

Q: 8. My 907x50c+Novoflex+Leica1.4/35mm don't work. the display shows "no lens defected"! Is it fit for 907 x50c?

A: This is a fully manual adapter. It does not relay electronic communication between the camera and lens. There is no way for the camera to know what lens is being used. To take pictures you would need to turn "Electronic Shutter" On. This setting can be found in the Menu under "Shutter Function"

Q: 9. When using the the KIPON Lens Mount Adapter for Hasselblad V-Mount Lens to Hasselblad X-Mount Camera, What is the focal length factor and will allow for focus to infinity?

A: The crop factor would be 0.64X for the sensor on the Hasseblad X series cameras. The adapter will allow for focus to infinity.

Q: 10. If I use Nikon G lens with this adapter how do I know what aperture I am setting?

A: Unfortunately, as each lens has a different maximum aperture and aperture range, and as there are no markings on the Novoflex Nikon F Lens to Hasselblad X-Mount Camera Adapter, B&H # NOHAXNIK, there is no way to exactly calculate the aperture. As such, it is recommended to take a test photo at a particular aperture setting and review the result to see if you obtain the depth-of-field you desire in your image. There are markings showing the wide open aperture setting and the closed aperture setting so you will know the direction in which you are turning the aperture ring.