• Rare and very desirable Hasselblad Acute Matte 42170 Focusing Screen with split image and grid in mint condition.
• For 500 series (not 500C) and 200 / 2000 series cameras, in original case and packaging.
• Warning: Many screens sold on-line are not Acute Matte. Be aware:
• If the screen has a 45 degree split image, it is NOT an Acute Matte.
• If you can clearly see a Black cross on the screen, it is NOT an Acute Matte.
• Often when there is a box, the content is NOT an Acute Matte but the old screen the photographer replaced by an Acute Matte. The Acute Matte is in the camera, not in the box!
• The Acute Matte types are the brightest screens Hasselblad made.
• Ideal for low light conditions or when using a long lens.
• The split image allows perfect focusing on horizontal or vertical lines as the screen can be used in two positions.
• The fine grid greatly help perfect composition: no more leaning trees, bad perspective or sloped horizon!
• The very best screen for architecture and landscapes.
• You will immediately notice a significant improvement in sharpness of your pictures when using this screen.
• This screen is considered one of the very best focusing screen Hasselblad offered for the V line.
• This screen is identical to the 42217, it has exactly the same brightness. The only difference is cosmetic.
• This screen will literally give a new life to your Hasselblad 500C/M or 501/503 series or 200 series if not already fitted with one.
• WARNING: Never, never use any liquid to clean your Acute Matte screen. Even the best optical cleaning solutions would destroy it.

THE COMPLETE OFFER:
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• Hasselblad Acute Matte 42170 Focusing Screen
• Original plastic case and packaging
• Original 42170 Specifications
• Original cleaning guide for the 42170