joel_blacher Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 Well, I really want to try this especially with prices dropping the way they are. I need some advice from the experienced though. I am a nature photographer shooting from a tripod most of the time. My subjects are diverse, but I am looking at a 6x7 medium format SLR system primarily for my macro and landscapes/environmental portraiture work. I have been reading a bit and I am seeing quite a bit of variation in recommendations. So, for those of you who have done what I am contemplating, what are your thoughts? I am seeing complete kits on the auction site for $500 and less (I am aware of the risks). Some have suggested the Mamiya RB67 Pro-s or Pentax 67II. I don't need AF, in-camera metering, motorized film transport, or anything fancy. What do you recommend? As always, I thank you all for your input and advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellis_vener_photography Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 A Mamiya RZ67 or a Fuji GX680. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pavelp Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 I'd go with RB67 Pro S or Pro SD. There's nothing wrong with just plain RB (if you can live without safety interlocks) except the cameras are now quite old (even RB67 Pro-S will be at least 14 years old (if not 30)). Rotating back is more advantage than I originally thought and belows focusing let's you get quite close before you have to put on extension tubes (1:2 with 90mm lens). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travis b Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 I second the RZ67 for a few reasons:1) Revolving back2) Interchangeable backs let you manage film (and/or format) better3) Higher flash sync than Pentax (if you need flash for macro) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joel_blacher Posted December 13, 2004 Author Share Posted December 13, 2004 Thank you all. Any particular reading that you recommend for getting started? Anyone have anything they'd like to sell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny burk www.dannyburk. Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 For DOF and other reasons, the best 6x7 is a 6x8: http://www.dannyburk.com/fuji_gx680iii.htm Feel free to ask if you have questions! Regards, Danny Burk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
._._z Posted December 13, 2004 Share Posted December 13, 2004 Yeah, a 6x8 is ideal if you're not carrying the onerously large and heavy Fuji more than a couple dozen feet from the car, or if you have a strong assistant. Oh yes, you'll never find it anywhere near $500. But at least Danny got to post one of his periodic tone-deaf plugs for this now- discontinued system, regardless of your needs. (sigh) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard baznik Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 While I have been pleased with the macro capabilities of my Bronica GS-1 with extension tubes (a bellows is also available), I have to agree that the one of the 6x7 Mamiyas would be best. The reasons are twofold: the bellows focusing and the revolving back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miles_feigenbaum___dallas_ Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 look at these 2 links... http://www.mamiya.com/ http://www.keh.com/shop/class.cfm?bid=RZ&sid=newused&crid=9409843 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miles_feigenbaum___dallas_ Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 and here.... http://www.photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-one-category?topic_id=35&category=Mamiya+RB%2fRZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joel_blacher Posted December 14, 2004 Author Share Posted December 14, 2004 Thanks all. I will go for the RB67 Pro-s and learn from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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