Stephen_Prunier

I have the same one. After you adjust it to the size of the paper being used, try some 2 sided tape to keep it from flapping around when sliding the paper under it. I hope you find a way to work around it. I don't think the prices of a replacement will be coming down anytime soon.

I don't see the need for it. There's already APUG which has been rebranded as Photrio and can still be set up for 100% film, digital, hybrid or all 3. So if you just use film no problem. I still shoot 6x7cm B&W film 90% of the time. I also do all of my own processing and printing. I also scan negatives from time to time and use a DSLR for color. I use the hybrid section. Between Photo.net and Photrio and all the FB Pages do we really need another offering?

How many rolls of film would you say this happened with? Does it do it when using different film types? I had an RZ film back that would start to advance the film fine, then speed up like there wasn't any film or I just finished a roll when I hadn't. I didn't have to advance the film using the film back though. I do notice that the frame spacing varies sometimes. I hope you found an answer. Maybe hand tighten the advance wheel on the film back every couple of frames. Let us know how you made out.

I've been selling all of my MF Film equipment. I sold the body, finder, film back and lens as a package (Mamiya RZ67 Pro II) I listed my other 2 lenses, film backs, twin cable release, etc. as individual items. This is on eBay. I also found out they raised there selling fees to 10% plus add in Paypal :( I'm going to look at trying CL again. Depending on what you have and the condition it could go fast or you could be looking at it for a while. Try to figure out what you feel a fair price would be. Then check your prices against eBay and film based message boards like apug which is now photrio. I did well with selling my outfit because it was all like new and there's a market for it. I've also been trying to sell one of the lenses for over a year because I won't give it away and the market is flooded with them. As far as putting in the work. I took photos of all my equipment, and more is better. Edited them all and made 5 listings in about 2 1/2 hours. So it wasn't that bad. Just be patient and it will sell.

If you are printing on 8x10" paper you can just use your hands to block ie. dodge the light from the areas that don't need as much light. Just keep moving your hands so it won't leave noticeable edges around were your doing it ie. burning. The photographer in the above video is well respected and has useful information on her youtube channel. There's also Darkroom Dave who was a printer for Ilford. Just search for darkroom printing. Keep at it and you'll be happy.

I wouldn't be choosing them. They aren't even willing to show their pricing. I've had 4 different websites and NEVER have I had to fill out a questionnaire to request a price. Maybe their selling that info? I've been selling my photos for 40 years and I'm a member of several Art Associations and I know of no other photographers that sell between $20-100,00. per year on their website. Now, if this company is set up to work for an artist who does the national fine art show circuit then maybe they can reach those kinds of numbers. Or weddings, school sports, etc. I've used Photoshelter, Zenfolio, Squarespace, and Fine Art America. The latter only costs $30 a year and it's a print on demand site, while the others start at around $130 and go up depending on what you need.

I've been wondering too. If it's good it will be nice knowing it should stay available.

I use Kentmere RC Paper for test prints. The sticker on the box says manufactured by Harman Technology England. Seeing that it's the parent company for Ilford too I think you can use Ilford development charts for the film. I wish these companies weren't so tight-lipped all the time. I understand its business, but :(

I have my darkroom set up in a spare 6'x12' bedroom. I don't have running water in it, but I do everything except the final washing of prints. For the wet area, I use a 30"x72" folding table with a PVC top. It will hold up to 4 16"x20" trays. I usually just print 8"x10". I've had this set up for over 10 years now. I keep saying I'm going to build one in my basement but I haven't yet. My area has cold winters and humid summers so I would need to spend $$ to make the space doable. Just so you know I'm 61 and I've owned digital cameras for a long time too. I find I prefer black and white so that is a major reason for keeping the darkroom. I shoot mostly with my Mamiya RZ. I also use a Nikon D750 and after 2 1/2 years, I finally reached 1000 clicks with it! I say go for it. There's a reason why black and white film is still around. Even color film is adding new formulas. It will never be as strong as in the past, but it's not going anywhere any time soon.

Check the Ilford website. They have a list of photo labs and darkroom rental locations available around the globe. Find A Stockist | Lab | Course

A lot has to do with our eyes too. I just got my first pair of prescribed eyeglasses and I already notice a difference as I look at my previous prints. The prints look good but they look just a little soft. Not bad but I noticed right away. If I view the prints wearing the reading glasses the prints look sharper. So you need to ask yourself, how are your eyes and if you wear glasses are they the correct ones to use? I have a new pair of prescribed readers coming and that should give me a better gauge. I would check your eye's before judging a camera. I use a Mamiya RZ ProII.

Hi Viktor I wish I had an answer for you but I don't. I had the RZ Pro and now own the RZ PRO II and haven't had the problem (knock on wood!) Have you removed the Dark Slide? It needs to be removed for you to use the camera. Also, you have to move the switch from the M setting to the middle. The camera won't do it on its own. Try moving the back/backs from landscape to portrait position to see if that makes a difference. You are NOT TOO STUPID to use the RZ. :) Does the previous owner live nearby? I would contact them and ask for an honest answer. If the body has an issue, I would think that the cost to repair it would be reasonable depending on where you live. Maybe have a CLA (clean, lube, adjust) done and that may solve the problem. Please keep us posted on any updates. I don't know if you're on facebook but if you are we (RZ Owners) have a users group. Mamiya RZ Best of Luck

That's what I use too. I also have the adopter for the 15/7.5 degree readings if needed.

What are you planning to do? I've used www.photoshelter.com and GoDaddy. I'm currently looking into using www.PhotoDeck.com. PhotoShelter and PhotoDeck offer Self-fulfillment and Licensing/Stock options. If you are doing Portraits, Weddings, Sports etc. then you have plenty of others to chose from too. You would need to see what the actual selling fees would be. They all vary anywhere from 0-15% If you'll be offering more of the Fine Art, Art Fairs, and Licensing of images then I would consider PhotoShelter or PhotoDeck. They would also give you the opportunity to have your own Stock Library and they have pricing info for usage fees. Also, these two let you pay annually at a discount, or by the month so you can test the waters first.

We're almost neighbors! I'm in Danvers.

I have both the Canon Pro-10 and Pro-100 reason being if you wait for the rebates you can get them for a lot less money. I paid under $150 for each. The Pro-10 was a special, special deal. If you go through a store like B&H they'll usually include free paper. I received 2 free boxes of 13"x19" (50 sheets) with both of my purchases. The ink costs around $120-$140 for a full set, and $17 each. If you buy the ink through Canon they will always include free paper with your purchase. I got over $400 (suggested retail) of free paper with my first order of replacement ink. The Pro-100 is an awesome printer for the money. If you use Canon ink and paper, the prints will last longer than any of us! :)

It looks like a light leak to me. I had an RZ67 Pro I and had a similar issue. I replaced the foam seals. It's not difficult. You can find kits on eBay. You might have to get a sheet of foam and cut the strips with a razor blade. If you decide to get a second film back it's worth the $ to get the Pro II back. It doesn't have the foam. When I replaced my Pro I system with a Pro II system, the first thing I noticed was the increase in the prices for the film backs :( It's a great camera worth the TLC from time to time.

You got that shot of the moon at 300mm? I need to get out at night more! :)

I own the same camera and wonder about digital backs too. I use a D750 for color, and the Mamiya for B&W which I process, and print in my darkroom. There's a photographer on youtube that has some good videos. He uses digital backs on his RZ. He's worth checking out. 龍﨑フリオ Ryuuzaki Julio (@ryuuzakijulio) | Twitter

That's what I was trying to say. I know I can create just as well with my digital camera, if that's what I chose to do. At this time, I use digital a lot, but not in the same way as my B&W film work. I thought this was supposed to be about the revival of film?

I develop my 6x7 MF film. ( B&W) After it dries, I make contact prints in my darkroom. Then I view the contact print and make prints anywhere from 5" x 7" up to 16" x 20". I own a FF Digital camera and I use it for a lot of things, and it blows me away. It just isn't how I create. As an artist, I need to slow down, think about the subject matter, the final image etc. I have 40+ years working with film and maybe 5 using digital. I know I could learn to create with my digital gear. I just don't have the desire at this time. I also like not having to worry that it could vanish into who knows were. I don't need to shoot thousands of images a year. I like knowing that when I'm gone, my family will know were my important work is. Not that I expect it to be worth much! :) My late Father spent hours, and hours scanning all of his work during his last few years on earth. Sadly, I'm the only one who knows how to open the files. His main computer crashed before I could move a lot of his work taking over half of his work with it!

Personally, I wish they wouldn't do it. I know, I know, But. I purchased the 55-200mm VR II lens to use with my D200. I paid $349.00. Then, maybe 2 months later while purchasing the highly discounted D750 package last May. I noticed that the 55-200 was now going for $200 less! I was rather pissed off. Then I reminded myself how much I saved on the D750. It made it a little better, but still. Now I can't even get $125 for the 55-200 and I hardly even used it. Sorry for my rant! The weather here is to blame :eek:

I have the 18-35 f/3.5-4.5 G. I'm using it on a D750. It's sharp, light, and built well enough for Moose Peterson. It's not built like the "old tanks" but it does have the dust/moisture seal around the mounting plate. I don't go bushwhacking, or out in extreme weather, so it's built fine for me. I mostly use a Mamiya RZ67 Pro II. Now that's a tank!

Sounds like a lot of work for the $ and must make for a long week :) Have you giving any thought to using printers that print as you shoot? In the past I've attended youth sports tournaments, there's always a photographer shooting the game. They use a copy of the roster so they can cross off each player after they shoot them, and they take several shots of each player. While the game is still going on, the second person is looking at the 5x7's and putting the best one in a folding card frame? and then print an 8x10 to place in a sport themed mat. After, they hang them on a wall like you see at art shows. After the game ends, the parents stand around looking at the photos of their budding stars and make a purchase. I never herd a parent complain about the price either. Maybe you could do something similar. It sounds like the parents want a model shoot for the same price as the annual school class photo.

Look into www.photoshelter.com That's who I use. You can start with a basic site for free or you can have one and use your own domain name starting around $120, but I think it's under $100. Check them out. Stephen Prunier thinks you'll love PhotoShelter - Refer-a-Friend Program