Mamiya RB67 Pro SD 35mm SLR Camera
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- Brand: Mamiya
- Part Number: 301010
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| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: magoo Posted: Dec 22, 2005 Type: User Review |
Love this camera. It is much bigger than most mf cameras but it is solid. Once you get everything down pat it becomes second nature. cock the shutter, then advance the film then push the shutter and repeat. The pictures I take are tack sharp...
PROS: Cheap, durable, reliable, and it has never let me down
CONS: Heavy
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 5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: DaveKasdan Posted: Apr 18, 2005 Type: User Review |
From the second I looked through the pop-up view finder...in love with this camera! It took me about 2 rolls to work out the mechanical processes and be comfortable with the controls. I feel like a macho adventure photographer using this tank out...
PROS: Presence--absolute, imposing presence of a real photography rig. Crystal clear images and no limits to creating great photographs.
CONS: Parts and accessories are getting rare. Forget having it fixed--just look for replacements save the costly repair expense.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: peguin Posted: Sep 15, 2003 Type: User Review |
the rb67 pro sd is amazing i was told to definatly get another rz pro2 after mine was stolen but i didnt and am so glad. i am only young (17) but i have had alot of experiance with possibly every current pro camera and have grown around fashion...
PROS: every thing looks amazing too the rotating back is its greatest asset
CONS: the cocking levers (only a tiny thing)
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Todd Walker Posted: Apr 18, 2003 Type: User Review |
This review is actually for the Pro-s which I purchased used. Great camera! Produces awesome results when big enlargments are needed from prints. I also love the rotating back, never have to turn camera sideways for vertical shots. Bellows mounted...
PROS: Big negatives!, sharp lenses, very affordable to buy it and accessories on the used market. Rotating back. No batteries or electronics to worry about. Fairly quite operation. Good solid construction and very reliable.
CONS: One of the most heavy cameras made (when prism is attached), but not bad with a monopod for support. No problem when using tripod. Much light in weight if using waist level finder instead of prism. Top shutter speed of only 1/400 sec.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Maroc7 Posted: Mar 21, 2003 Type: User Review |
Mamiya RB67 Pro-S Want one? Heres the rub... This camera has been called the workhorse of the photographic industry for many years with good reason. It has often been linked as guilty by assumption, with studio work, product and commercial...
PROS: See above
CONS: None
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: David R Munson Posted: Jul 26, 2002 Type: User Review |
There are two reasons this camera is oft-referred to as the workhorse of the photo industry. First off and most importantly, it takes a complete beating and keeps turning in superior results day after day after day. Second, its sheer mass makes it...
PROS: Logical (to me) controls, durability, versatility, built in bellows focusing makes shooting close-up a breeze, and the new-formula KL lenses are easily as sharp as current offerings from the likes of Zeiss, Bronica, etc. The leaf shutters make working wit
CONS: It's heavy. Honestly, I don't find the weight too oppressive in most situations, even with the prism finder attatched, but people should take this into consideration before buying. There are much lighter cameras out there. Also, bulb and time exposures co
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 4.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Christopher Briggs Posted: Apr 30, 2002 Type: User Review |
An unstoppable beast, lumbering but nimble and a vast array of dependable, affordable accessories made this system the perfect setup for me. Although it is not petite like the 'blads, I find I can shoot weddings journalisticly with little...
PROS: The true workhorse of the photographic industry, builds muscle tone, too!
CONS: No 35mm panoramic back, they don't make Kodachrome in 120 anymore(not really the camera's fault), not heavy enough.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: joavphoto Posted: Oct 22, 2001 Type: User Review |
This was the first brand new camera I''ve ever owned. I''ve always tried to buy my camera bodies second hand because of budget concerns. But since this was going to be my firstmedium format camera, I decided to splurge and buy a brand new one. The...
PROS: I really appreciate the fact that Mamiya took the time and effort to produce something that is very durable and reliable. The bellows focusing has come in handy on several occasions. I have nothing but praises for this camera.
CONS: I have no complaints regarding this camera but my assistants have complained about its weight. In fact, they feel so strongly about the excessive weight of the system that they all ended up buying either a Bronica or a Mamiya 645. Wimps!
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: David K Posted: Sep 07, 2001 Type: User Review |
RB67 delivers what it promises, and provides excellent images. Simple operation,no battery makes its very reliable. Lens are sharp, with easy to read controls. Instructions are available for downloading from Mamiya (USA)
PROS: Reliability, sharp images. Easy to use, if you can tolerate the weight, controls are logical and easy to master. Good used value for your money. Lens range is very wide, parts/servicing widely available.
CONS: Purchased mine a number of years ago, used, very used ! Just recently had to have the "seals" replaced..camera was still taking tack sharp images with badly perished seals ! Shutter speeds were a little off, but I guess I''d subconciously learned to compe
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4.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Maroc7 Posted: Aug 31, 2001 Type: User Review |
This is actually a review for the RB67 Pro-S because I cannot review it elsewhere. A superlative camera from top to bottom. Right from the moment I picked it up and gazed through the view finder I was seduced. I got mine with the 127mm lens which...
PROS: Despite what others have said this camera is nowhere near as heavy as they make out! I use the grip with mine and even without the eye level prism finder to give me the image, right way round, I find the entire experience a pleasure. The revolving back is
CONS: All of the traditional weaknesses associated with this outfit I have found perfectly useful and within the bounds of standard plausability in design. I can''t really say that having to wind on and cock the shutter before firing slows me down or delays me
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5.00/5 |
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