slecoanet Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Hello Everybody! Some of the members of this forum might think i'm insane, since I change my mind every two days about what used MF system to buy. What hasn't changed: I want to use sharp lenses to shoot landcapes (including street scenes) If it could be inexpensive, that would be great (I know I'm demending!) I thought about RB67, Hasselblad and Mamiya7. Each system has advantages and drawbacks (keeping my constraints in mind): format, prices, weight, compatibility,being reflex... My feeling is that the Mamiya7 has the advantage of 6x7 format, lenses seem to be sharp and WA lenses are affordable (as I said in another post, if you are ready to sell a kidney (-;) My question is: where could I find used Mamiya7 in New York city? I'll spend one week there and plan to buy my MF system during these holidays (for much cheaper than in Paris where one tried to sell me used M7II+80mm for more than 2500$ !!!) I know B&H and Adorama but if I'm unlucky, they won't have any at the time... So I'd need backup plans (maybe also better price? I don't know if it's possible) maybe Mamiya specialists Thanks to those who hade the patience to hear my story. Best regards Stephane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_loble1 Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Stephane - My only experience is with B&H. If B&H has a used camera that you want, how are you going to check out its operation during the first few days you are in NYC? B&H offers a 14day return on used equipment, with certain limitations. After that, it is a 90 day warranty on repairs. The used 80mm for my 7II is just fine, but I had a full two weeks to check it out and return it if need be. My US$.02: not worth the risk if I live in Europe. A corollary is the plight of my friend who bought a used Hassy in Italy while on vacation and has spent hours and dollars on getting it in proper working order. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_goldfarb Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Also try Calumet, Lens and Repro, Tamarkin, and Foto Care. They all have websites and e-mail, so you could check to see what they have in stock before you come. There are several professional labs in town with four-hour turnaround or shorter on E-6 (Modernage, Coloredge, Duggal, Baboo, and others), so you could shoot a few rolls of slide film to be sure everything is working properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
custom film holders for fl Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 <p class=MsoNormal style='tab-stops:list .5in'>Another option is to buy from KEH and have it shipped to the house where you are staying in NYC.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>They are very reliable and conservative on how they grade equipment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I believe they have 30 return policy so you could actually take it home with you and test it more.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Their prices are often about the same as B&H or Adorama when it comes to the good used equipment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The last thing to think about is Robert White in the UK.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>They have great prices on new Mamiya that can often rival some asking prices for excellent to mint equipment in the U.S.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>That would give you a full warranty.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>They ship worldwide.</p> <p class=MsoNormal style='tab-stops:list .5in'>Doug</p> <p class=MsoNormal style='mso-layout-grid-align:none;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt'><a href="http://home.earthlink.net/~dougfisher/holder/mfholderintro.html">Doug�s �MF Film Holder� for batch scanning "strips" of 120/220 medium format film with flatbeds</a><o:p></o:p></span></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffrey_krenzel5 Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Stephane, Before going to Adorama you might wish to read comments posted regarding their used equipment. I second the favorable comments regarding KEH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spearhead Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Buying new from Robert White in England is almost the same as buying used in the US and you get new equipment. Music and Portraits Blog: Life in Portugal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aoresteen Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 Ditto on KEH. I just bought a Leica M4-P and an Olympus 85mm f/2 from them. Call 404-892-5522 and ask for Gail. She is real good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_goldfarb Posted May 4, 2004 Share Posted May 4, 2004 KEH and Robert White are both excellent and reliable sources. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshwand Posted May 5, 2004 Share Posted May 5, 2004 I got mine from Midwest Photo Exchange (mpex.com), another of the reputable national used dealers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob haight Posted May 6, 2004 Share Posted May 6, 2004 Contact Robert White, but the big savings has been lessened of late with the dramatic slide in the USD to the Euro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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