Any Mamiya RZ 67 Owners Here?

I have a number of medium format film cameras in my possession, including a Pentax 67II and Pentax 645N. For cheaper options I have a Yashica A and Holga 120. I recently purchased a Mamiya RZ67 camera, because it had removable backs for swapping film types mid roll, plus it also had format choices like 6x7, 6x6, and 645. I will be getting all 3 backs for it.

I purchased a 100-200 Z zoom lens to start, since it was only $60 US dollars plus shipping. I'd like to get a 90mm, but prices are way up there for those. I might also consider the 140mm macro, a 50mm, and possibly a 360mm lens. Anyone use these lenses and how are you liking them?

How are people liking the RZ camera today? I still will use my Pentax 67 when I dont have a need to change rolls mid roll. The RZ seems clunkier then the Pentax in use. I havent shot a roll through mine yet, as Im still waiting for my first lens to show up.

I must say prices on the RZ have jumped in recent years, but I got mine for $700 US plus shipping (for body, 67 film back, and waste level finder), which I think is a good deal.

I found it rather difficult to resist commenting on your question in regards to the Mamiya RZ67. Over the course of over 40 years making photographs in many different countries around the world and using a fairly broad array of cameras, without a shadow of doubt, the Mamiya RZ67 has always been my favorite camera. It is exceptionally well built, most of the lenses are excellent and working with the 6x7 format is a wonderful compromise between 35 mm and view cameras. Indeed, close to 75% of photographs on my website were made with this wonderful camera.

Enjoy it to the max.

www.eugenehjohnson.com

I found it rather difficult to resist commenting on your question in regards to the Mamiya RZ67. Over the course of over 40 years making photographs in many different countries around the world and using a fairly broad array of cameras, without a shadow of doubt, the Mamiya RZ67 has always been my favorite camera. It is exceptionally well built, most of the lenses are excellent and working with the 6x7 format is a wonderful compromise between 35 mm and view cameras. Indeed, close to 75% of photographs on my website were made with this wonderful camera.

 

Enjoy it to the max.

 

www.eugenehjohnson.com

Your work is beautiful.

As I recall Herb Ritts used the RZ system extensively and with excellent results. I have a couple RB Pro S bodies and love them as long as I’m not in a hurry. See if you can find an RZ equivalent of the 180 which is superb.

Rick H.

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The only 2 lenses I see that are extremely expensive for the RZ are the 90 and 110mm. Both are normal lenses of course. All other lenses fall between $60 and $300+. Thats quite affordable considering the cost of the body in comparison. Only the oddball lenses are more then 300.

Think you will find $60 lenses are well shot. Speaking from experience.

Annie Liebovitz is/was also a user of the RZ.

I'd opt for the 127mm as a "starter" "normal" lens. Add the 180, then a wide angle (50 or 65mm) that suits your views.

Annie Liebovitz is/was also a user of the RZ.

 

I'd opt for the 127mm as a "starter" "normal" lens. Add the 180, then a wide angle (50 or 65mm) that suits your views.

Is there a 50mm for the RZ ? Thought the availible WA was 65mm, 65mm is certianly the most common I see listed,.even in KL versions for the RB. Not that I pay too much attention to RZ lenses.