Hasselblad H1
The Hasselblad H1 is a medium format autofocus SLR introduced in 2002, developed in partnership with Fujifilm and using the H-system lens mount. It was positioned as Hasselblad's first autofocus body, designed for professional studio and location work with interchangeable film backs and, later, digital backs.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for Hasselblad H1 bodies have spanned roughly £280–£1,500, with a median around £570 across the four results recorded. Condition and the inclusion of a working film back or viewfinder drive most of the spread, and as of 2026 the H1 still sells for considerably less than later H-series bodies despite sharing the same lens mount.
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: October 2024
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| Oct 2024 | £850 | Harper Field Auctions | |
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Auction: Buying & Selling (Lot 1961) Title: Hasselblad H1 medium format style camera, serial number 70SP11971, circa 2003, with 2.8/80 lens,
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Hasselblad H1 medium format style camera, serial number 70SP11971, circa 2003, with 2.8/80 lens, |
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| Aug 2024 | £275 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 146) Title: A Hasselblad H1 Medium Format SLR Body + Prism
Description:
2002-6, grey, serial no.70SI15473, body G-VG, powers up, shutter fires, not otherwise tested, complete with HV90x prism, serial no.73SI16692 |
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| Nov 2021 | £298 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science (Lot 267) Title: A Hasselblad H1 Body + Prism
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2003, grey, serial no. 70SP11543, body, G, tested & working, complete with Hasselblad HV90x |
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| Nov 2020 | £1,488 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science (Lot 371) Title: A Hasselblad H1 Medium Format Camera
Description:
2002-06, silver, serial no. 70SP13965, with Hasselblad f/2.8 80mm lens, black, serial no. 7CST20107, body, VG, lens, VG-E, shutter working, compelte |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Hasselblad H1 worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer prices for H1 bodies have ranged from about £280 to £1,500, with a median near £570 — actual value depends heavily on whether a film back, viewfinder and lens are included.
How much does a Hasselblad H1 sell for at auction?
Body-only or partial-kit H1s have sold for £275–£298 at the lower end, while more complete examples have reached £850 and a 2020 result hit £1,488.
Is the Hasselblad H1 still a usable camera?
Yes — it accepts HC and HCD lenses and can be paired with film magazines or compatible digital backs, though its price reflects limited factory service availability.