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This Hasselblad ELS is the same model as those used on space shuttle missions to photograph Earth and activity inside the orbiter, though it was likely only used in training astronauts prior to flight. Following Wally Schirra's Mercury Sigma 7 mission, Hasselblad cameras flew to space aboard every American spacecraft through the early 2000s with the conversion to exclusively digital photography. Collaborating with NASA, Hasselblad refined this essentially commercial model over time for the needs of the space environment, particularly by developing an improved mirror mechanism. It was accompanied by multiple lenses and magazines to allow astronauts many options for capturing images of their views and experiences.

NASA transferred this camera to the Museum in 2008.

 Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Object Details
Country of Origin Sweden Type EQUIPMENT-Photographic Manufacturer Hasselblad
 Dimensions Overall: 13.97 x 11.43 x 12.07cm (5 1/2in. x 4 1/2in. x 4 3/4in.)
 Materials Metal, plastic, velcro, glass, adhesive
 Inventory Number A20080087000 Credit Line Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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