Hasselblad 500EL Cut Away
The Hasselblad 500EL Cut Away is a sectioned demonstration version of the 500EL, the motor-driven 6×6 medium format SLR introduced by Hasselblad in the mid-1960s. Cut Away examples were prepared as showroom and training aids rather than working cameras, with portions of the body, film magazine and motor section removed to expose the internal mechanism.
Public sales data for the 500EL Cut Away is extremely limited; the only recorded UK auction hammer result on file is £1,700 from 2006, which sits well above the value of a standard working 500EL. Because it is a display piece rather than a user camera, what a Cut Away is worth today depends almost entirely on completeness of the cutaway sectioning and presentation, and individual saleroom results can vary widely from this single data point. Buyers in 2026 should treat any quoted price as indicative only, given how rarely these pieces sell for at auction.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: November 2006
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2006 | EUR 1,700 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 10 (Lot AI_10_15178) Title: Hasselblad 500 EL Cut-Away
Description:
very rare, original Hasselblad 500 EL cutaway with cutaway 70mm magazine no.TT 300003, the first motorized 6x6 camera in the world Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,600 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Hasselblad 500EL Cut Away worth?
The only recorded UK auction hammer price on file is £1,700, but with just one data point this should be treated as indicative rather than a reliable market value.
How much does a Hasselblad 500EL Cut Away sell for compared to a standard 500EL?
Cut Away display pieces typically sell for a premium over working 500EL bodies because they are scarce showroom items rather than production cameras.
Can a 500EL Cut Away be used to take photographs?
No. The body has been sectioned for display and training purposes and is not a functional camera.
What should I check before buying one?
Inspect the sectioned edges, the visibility and completeness of the internal mechanism, and whether the original display base or documentation is included, since value rests on presentation rather than function.