This is an Apollo Hasselblad camera. By the end of Project Mercury, Hasselblad cameras became the standard for still photography taken on American space missions. Known for their high quality construction and ease of use, the Swedish-made cameras could be modified for use inside the spacecraft or on the lunar surface, with easily detachable black and white or color film magazines. This camera was used for training purposes only.
NASA transferred this camera to the Museum in 1979.
Display Status
This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Sweden
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
Hasselblad
Dimensions
Overall: 3 3/4 × 8 1/2 × 5 3/4 in. (9.5 × 21.6 × 14.6cm)
Materials
Exterior: Steel, plastic, aluminium, glass, Velcro
Inventory Number
A19790875000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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