Post your recent film shots!
p.1273 #1Post your recent film shots!
zi464 wrote:
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
How do u like the Bronica RF645? Any issues?
theHUN wrote
zi464 wrote
Normally I don't have any problem to choose which camera with me on vacation.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
How do u like the Bronica RF645? Any issues?
Jul 16, 2024 at 10:37 AM
p.1273 #2Post your recent film shots!
Desmolicious wrote:
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.How do u like the Bronica RF645? Any issues?
One of friend sold it to me because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
The condition is good has no issue , it is really convenience!
Lots of ppl hate the shutter sound ( film advance ) but I'm the guy who don't care at all.
As long as the camera can take photo I'm fine.
zi464 wrote
theHUN wrote
zi464 wrote
Normally I don't have any problem to choose which camera with me on vacation.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
One of friend sold it to me because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
The condition is good has no issue , it is really convenience!
Lots of ppl hate the shutter sound ( film advance ) but I'm the guy who don't care at all.
As long as the camera can take photo I'm fine.
Jul 16, 2024 at 12:46 PM
p.1273 #3Post your recent film shots!
madNbad wrote:
Nikon FM2n, Nikkor-S Auto 55mm f/1.2, Kentmere Pan 400, developed in LegacyPro L110 at 1:31 for 5.5 minutes.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53853312644_7a0e78756f_b.jpg
2024.02.25 Roll #351-08597-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on FlickrIf you like vintage audio, check out Echo HiFi.
https://echohifi.com/
Don't tempt me, my wallet can only handle one expensive hobby...
dourbalistar wrote
Speak to Me by Julian Lage, Blue Note Records.Nikon FM2n, Nikkor-S Auto 55mm f/1.2, Kentmere Pan 400, developed in LegacyPro L110 at 1:31 for 5.5 minutes.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53853312644_7a0e78756f_b.jpg
2024.02.25 Roll #351-08597-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr
https://echohifi.com/
Don't tempt me, my wallet can only handle one expensive hobby...
Jul 16, 2024 at 01:01 PM
p.1273 #4Post your recent film shots!
zi464 wrote:
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
theHUN wrote
zi464 wrote
Normally I don't have any problem to choose which camera with me on vacation.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
Jul 16, 2024 at 01:23 PM
p.1273 #5Post your recent film shots!
Desmolicious wrote:
RB67 ProSD, 90/3.5 KL, expired Portra 400NC. A roll around the block from where I lived up until last year: Greenwich, London. If you're a Bridgerton fan you may recognise that house (Rangers House, Greenwich).
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53858223552_4a8b9e92f9_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d3 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53859365223_1e2870a653_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d1 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53858223522_2b10958bb0_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d2 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53859486204_d9468f2a98_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d4 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
And before someone says "yeah yeah ok you just went around the block", I'll dig up some more from when I used to take that beast on family holiday...
So why did you stop carrying the RB67 around?
ps lovely pics my brother from a Greek mother.
Because it was too big and hea...don't change the subject! Here's a bunch more, Epirus region in Greece. RB67 with the 90/3.5KL on expired Portra 160VC.
rb67-160vc-90kl-7 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
rb67-160vc-90kl-8 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
rb67-160vc-90kl-6 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
rb67-160vc-90kl-2 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
rb67-160vc-90kl-4 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
rb67-160vc-90kl-16 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
rb67-160vc-90kl-15 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
panos.v wrote
All of you lightweights with your light cameras...this is from when I could be bothered carrying the RB67 around.RB67 ProSD, 90/3.5 KL, expired Portra 400NC. A roll around the block from where I lived up until last year: Greenwich, London. If you're a Bridgerton fan you may recognise that house (Rangers House, Greenwich).
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53858223552_4a8b9e92f9_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d3 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53859365223_1e2870a653_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d1 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53858223522_2b10958bb0_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d2 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53859486204_d9468f2a98_b.jpgrb67-400nc-90kl-d4 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickr
And before someone says "yeah yeah ok you just went around the block", I'll dig up some more from when I used to take that beast on family holiday...
ps lovely pics my brother from a Greek mother.
Because it was too big and hea...don't change the subject! Here's a bunch more, Epirus region in Greece. RB67 with the 90/3.5KL on expired Portra 160VC.
rb67-160vc-90kl-7 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickrrb67-160vc-90kl-8 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickrrb67-160vc-90kl-6 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickrrb67-160vc-90kl-2 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickrrb67-160vc-90kl-4 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickrrb67-160vc-90kl-16 by Panos Voudouris, on Flickrrb67-160vc-90kl-15 by Panos Voudouris, on FlickrJul 16, 2024 at 01:44 PM
p.1273 #6Post your recent film shots!
taemo wrote:
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
zi464 wrote
theHUN wrote
zi464 wrote
Normally I don't have any problem to choose which camera with me on vacation.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
Jul 16, 2024 at 02:11 PM
p.1273 #9Post your recent film shots!
zi464 wrote:
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
What, no love for the Plaubel Makina 67/67W/670?
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
taemo wrote
zi464 wrote
theHUN wrote
zi464 wrote
Normally I don't have any problem to choose which camera with me on vacation.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
What, no love for the Plaubel Makina 67/67W/670?
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Jul 16, 2024 at 02:34 PM
p.1273 #10Post your recent film shots!
grantgoodes wrote:
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.What, no love for the Plaubel Makina 67/67W/670?
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Plaubel Makina 67 was a bit over my budget and I also concerned about the bellows.
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
zi464 wrote
taemo wrote
zi464 wrote
theHUN wrote
zi464 wrote
Normally I don't have any problem to choose which camera with me on vacation.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Plaubel Makina 67 was a bit over my budget and I also concerned about the bellows.
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
Jul 16, 2024 at 03:25 PM
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p.1273 #11Post your recent film shots!
zi464 wrote:
Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.
Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.What, no love for the Plaubel Makina 67/67W/670?
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).Plaubel Makina 67 was a bit over my budget and I also concerned about the bellows.
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
I will be happy to purchase it off you below market price.
grantgoodes wrote
zi464 wrote
taemo wrote
zi464 wrote
theHUN wrote
If weight and size are a concern, take a close look at the GF670W. It is super compact while still shooting 6x6/6x7, and the built-in light meter means you don't need a separate light meter. While a folder would be even more compact, I would be worried about film flatness.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
I will be happy to purchase it off you below market price.
Jul 16, 2024 at 04:00 PM
p.1273 #12Post your recent film shots!
zi464 wrote:
Plaubel Makina 67 was a bit over my budget and I also concerned about the bellows.
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
My Plaubel bellows is still the original ca. 1983 material, and has shown no problems with excessive wear or light-leaks. The most delicate parts of the Plaubel are the small flash-sync wire and cable-linkage to the shutter that go through the bellows and get bent everytime you collapse the lens, plus the brass gears of the film-advance mechanism. I have had to replace the film-advance gearing once (due to dropping the camera), and the flash-sync wire once (since you have to take off the hot-shoe to adjust the rangefinder, which is required every few years). Overall, I love my Plaubel, and don't regret the investment I made in what is admittedly an expensive/boutique camera.
Sounds like you are happy with your Bronica & Rollei setup, and I'm just jealous I never really got to experiment with other options, but honestly "love the one you're with" as the song goes!
Plaubel Makina 67 was a bit over my budget and I also concerned about the bellows.
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
My Plaubel bellows is still the original ca. 1983 material, and has shown no problems with excessive wear or light-leaks. The most delicate parts of the Plaubel are the small flash-sync wire and cable-linkage to the shutter that go through the bellows and get bent everytime you collapse the lens, plus the brass gears of the film-advance mechanism. I have had to replace the film-advance gearing once (due to dropping the camera), and the flash-sync wire once (since you have to take off the hot-shoe to adjust the rangefinder, which is required every few years). Overall, I love my Plaubel, and don't regret the investment I made in what is admittedly an expensive/boutique camera.
Sounds like you are happy with your Bronica & Rollei setup, and I'm just jealous I never really got to experiment with other options, but honestly "love the one you're with" as the song goes!
Jul 16, 2024 at 05:19 PM
p.1273 #13Post your recent film shots!
Desmolicious wrote:
zi464 wrote
grantgoodes wrote
zi464 wrote
taemo wrote
zi464 wrote
Thank you but I'm not gonna buy a new camera anytime soon.Currently have Mamiya 645 pro , Pentax 645N , Rolleiflex 3.5F and Bronica RF645. My next one should be 503CX and my medium format collection should be done.
GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on my list before I got the Bronica RF645. I didn't consider folder ver because I noticed the folder ver most likely will have bellows issue.
In the end, I chose RF645 over the 3 models I mentioned above because I also considered the reliable issue.
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
I came across this review: https://cameralegend.com/2022/01/09/the-bronica-rf645-review-the-last-bronica/
I shouldn’t read them. Medium format is too tempting and I’m already at my desk space limit.
Jul 16, 2024 at 05:23 PM
p.1273 #14Post your recent film shots!
First roll back from my new M4-2, no light leaks or mechanical issues, just user "skill issues". Some photos below, including a cheeky handheld 90mm fireworks shot, on Gold 200!
Jul 16, 2024 at 05:37 PM
p.1273 #15Post your recent film shots!
Willys Jeep Station Wagon at Erick Schat's Bakkerÿ, Bishop, California.
Nikon FM2n, AI Nikkor 50mm f/1.8S, Kentmere Pan 400, developed in LegacyPro L110 at 1:31 for 5.5 minutes.
2024.03.30 Roll #352-08607-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr
Nikon FM2n, AI Nikkor 50mm f/1.8S, Kentmere Pan 400, developed in LegacyPro L110 at 1:31 for 5.5 minutes.
2024.03.30 Roll #352-08607-positive.jpg by dourbalistar, on Flickr
Jul 16, 2024 at 06:00 PM
p.1273 #16Post your recent film shots!
madNbad wrote:
I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.What, no love for the Plaubel Makina 67/67W/670?
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).Plaubel Makina 67 was a bit over my budget and I also concerned about the bellows.
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lolI will be happy to purchase it off you below market price.I came across this review: https://cameralegend.com/2022/01/09/the-bronica-rf645-review-the-last-bronica/
I shouldn’t read them. Medium format is too tempting and I’m already at my desk space limit.
I heard that floor standing hifi speakers take up no desk space.
Desmolicious wrote
zi464 wrote
grantgoodes wrote
zi464 wrote
taemo wrote
have a friend that has bronica RF645 and wished I got one before they went up in prices.I also feel like my MF journey is pretty much complete with my Holga 120FN, Zeiss 532/16, Rolleiflex 3.5F and 503CX.
A Mamiya 6 is pretty tempting though after the Super Fujica-6 that I bought from Ebay was a dud so it's going back.
Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
I shouldn’t read them. Medium format is too tempting and I’m already at my desk space limit.
I heard that floor standing hifi speakers take up no desk space.
Jul 16, 2024 at 06:04 PM
p.1273 #17Post your recent film shots!
dourbalistar wrote:
madNbad wrote
Desmolicious wrote
zi464 wrote
grantgoodes wrote
zi464 wrote
I'm always looking for a travel size medium format.Mamiya 6 , Rolleiflex 3.5F , Bronica RF645 , GS645S , GA645 and GW690 were on the list.
If I'm taking 6*6 it must be Rolleiflex so Mamiya 6 is out in the very beginning.
Fuji has plastic and electric that I concern about.
Only Rollei and Bronica left, I decided go for Rollei.
Then couple weeks ago one of my friend asked me if I wanna buy his Bronica RF645 because he upgraded to Mamiya 7II.
Lol , why not.
It's truly amazing how many excellent MF options there were back in the day (and how cheap they became for a while in the last 10years). I personally couldn't handle the default portrait-mode of 6x4.5 or square 6x6, and never saw a 6x9 that was both compact and affordable, so 6x7 it was! My Plaubel 670 has been a true gem for travel, and the Nikkor 80/2.8 always gives excellent results (if I manage to focus!).
Buying the Bronica RF645 was not my plan since I already got the Rollei. I was not trying to spend money like that within a short period of time, but my friend owned it for almost a year without any issue and also sold it to me below market price so how could I say no, lol
I shouldn’t read them. Medium format is too tempting and I’m already at my desk space limit.
After years of buying and trading audio gear, I’m down to a pair of KEF LS550 Wireless(on stands) Qobuz and my phone. It’s the giant Epson 850 I’m trying to avoid.
Jul 16, 2024 at 06:33 PM
p.1273 #18Post your recent film shots!
First few shots with my new to me 4x5
Sinar F2 with Apo-Symmar 150mm f/5.6
Ilford FP4+ at 125 in XTOL 1:1
B&C OC at OC Camera by Oscar Beer, on Flickr
B&C OC at OC Camera by Oscar Beer, on Flickr
B&C OC at OC Camera by Oscar Beer, on Flickr
Sinar F2 with Apo-Symmar 150mm f/5.6
Ilford FP4+ at 125 in XTOL 1:1
B&C OC at OC Camera by Oscar Beer, on FlickrB&C OC at OC Camera by Oscar Beer, on FlickrB&C OC at OC Camera by Oscar Beer, on FlickrJul 16, 2024 at 07:03 PM
p.1273 #20Post your recent film shots!
BPsmith511 wrote:
First roll back from my new M4-2, no light leaks or mechanical issues, just user "skill issues". Some photos below, including a cheeky handheld 90mm fireworks shot, on Gold 200!
I love my M4-2! Great work for the first time out. The 35 1.4 Nokton Classic V2 has been my favorite lens to use with it. Looking forward to more images.
Jul 16, 2024 at 07:29 PM