RAPID WINDING CRANK #44040
The Hasselblad winding knob on the 500 series cameras can be replaced with a Rapid Winding Crank for faster film winding. It increases shooting speed and advances the film quickly and smoothly. Marketed as an excellent advantage for studio, fashion, and wedding photographers, but realistically speaking, it is beneficial for all types of shooting, unless the mounting of your camera prevents its usage, which is why it was removed on my 503cx (more below). If your V series camera did not come with one (originally sold as an accessory), I recommend it for its easier grip and faster film winding.
PROSHADE 6093T
A versatile lens tool, the Hasselblad Proshade 6093T bellows lens shade/hood is a handy accessory. It fits all Hasselblad lenses, from 38mm to 500mm, using the various adapters available. It gives you total control over the lens shading and prevents image degradation from stray or direct light on the lens surface. The 6093T can be used with various types of filters. Bayonet filters mount on the front of the lens and can be changed without detaching the 6093T. Hasselblad, 93mm filters, go behind the 93mm lens adapter, and the 93mm Polarizing filter can be operated with the 6093T attached to the lens.
The rear filter holder accepts 100mm square resin, glass, or gelatin filters, and multiple filters with a total thickness of 4mm can be inserted simultaneously. The rear holder drops down and out of the way when needed. This is a deal-maker for anyone like me who uses 10± ND filters, such as Lee’s Big Stopper series of filters. Find your composition, load the filter, and drop the rear holder so you can see through the lens. Ensure the focus is still where you want it, then push the rear holder back up and shoot.
I like all of the above, plus it folds! My preference for single-lens hoods, especially those made of rubber, is no secret. However, when I need to use filters while shooting, this is my hood of choice. It takes up hardly any room in my travel pack, and I would keep one in my gear closet even if I did not use it as often as I do with 100mm filters. If you want a Proshade for your Hasselblad, seriously consider the 6093T. You can view the Proshade 6093T user manual here.
WINDING KNOB #44024
The Winding Knob #44024 is the standard knob with all-new V-series cameras. My 501cm and 503cx had Rapid Winding Cranks (RWC) installed when I purchased them. I prefer the RWC except when my digital V, the 503cx, is used with my panoramic setup. When the 503cx is placed sideways and in the vertical position for making pano slices with my Fotopro E-6 Gimbal, the RWC is too difficult to grab onto because there is not enough room between the RWC and the tripod—this issue can be easily fixed by installing the Winding Knob #44024.