Hasselblad Masters 2026 – International Photography Competition
Hasselblad has officially opened applications for Hasselblad Masters 2026, one of the most prestigious international photography competitions in the world. The competition is completely free to enter and open to photographers from all countries worldwide.
Important Dates
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Application period: 16 December 2025 – 28 February 2026
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Finalists announced: 28 April 2026
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Winners announced: 30 June 2026
Who Can Participate?
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Open to photographers worldwide
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Professional and advanced amateur photographers are eligible
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No nationality restrictions
Age Requirement
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General categories: 18 years and older
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Project // 21 category: open to photographers 21 years old and under
Entry Fee
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No entry fee
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Participation is 100% free
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Hasselblad equipment ownership is not required
Camera & Technical Rules
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Photos must be taken with a digital or film camera
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Any camera brand is accepted
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Smartphone and drone photography are NOT accepted
Competition Categories
Participants may submit up to three images per category and may enter multiple categories:
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Landscape
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Portrait
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Street
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Architecture
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Art
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Wildlife
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Project // 21 (under 21)
Awards
Each category winner will receive:
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The official Hasselblad Master title
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Hasselblad X2D 100C medium format camera
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Two XCD lenses
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€5,000 cash prize
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Publication in the Hasselblad Masters Book
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Global promotion via Hasselblad’s official channels
How to Apply
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Online submission only
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JPEG format
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Upload via the official Hasselblad website
For detailed information and participation, please click the link below