X is for flash. M is for flash bulbs where the light output ramps up over time. Don't have a clue what V is. Louie -----Original Message----- From: owner-photoforum@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:owner-photoforum@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of jonathan turner Sent: Friday, April 11, 2008 1:35 PM To: List for Photo/Imaging Educators - Professionals - Students Subject: Hasselblad question Hello all, Its so long since I used my old Hasselblad that I can't remember what the V X & M settings on the lens are for - do you need to have it set on M, or X to use with flash?? Or doesn't it matter...? Anyone with any ideas let me know - I have a shoot on Sunday and can't quite remember...! Jonathan. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------- Jonathan Turner Photographer e: home@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx t: 0113 217 1275 m:07796 470573 7 Scott Hall Walk, Leeds, LS7 3JQ http://www.jonathan-turner.com