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Looking to get a medium format film camera

 
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May 30, 2017 23:32 |  #31

Well, if your goal is "cool," I suggest you get a speed graphic. They are generally designed for use with a graflock back, which means you can easily attach a Polaroid back to them. You can also attach a roll-film back (I.e. Medium Format) back. It oven has basic movements, like a view camera. Be sure to learn about them first. There are many options. You want one with a rangefinder.

I'm not sure you need links. I think what you need is to type the camera names in Google, see what appeals to you and then do some research on that specific camera. There are resources on just about anything.

For example, speed graphic:

https://www.graflex.or​g/speed-graphic/ (external link)

I can tell you that all the suggestions I have read have merit.

The 645 you posted was a decent camera. I think most medium format cameras which were used for professional photography are worth putting on the list of possibles.

My personal opinion is that if there is a camera you really want, find a good copy for a good price. There is nothing wrong with a Bronica, for example.

But if you really want a Hasselblad, get one. Don't like it? Sell it again. The Hassleblads will be most likely to retain their value because they have the name. After six months, you are likely to get what you paid for it if you get a decent deal and you are less likely to have trouble selling it than you will with other brands.

There is a reason they were so dominant. They worked well. Like any system, there were issues, but once understood, they were reliable. They were quite handy for an SLR which shot 6x6 negatives. They fit nicely in the hand. The weight was reasonable. The mechanics were nice and reassuring. And the babes really groove to the click and wind sound they make. ;)


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May 31, 2017 09:31 as a reply to  @ F2Bthere's post |  #32

Thanks for the lengthy opinion
Yeah, I mainly just needed help finding good options.
I'm new to all of this so Its all the same. I obviously know name brands that stand out but anything more than that is the same to me.

I'll check out some stuff and see what I end up finding!




  
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May 31, 2017 10:20 |  #33

I'd still vote for a TLR because you haven't expressed a desire to get into area of interchangeable lenses. A medium format SLR isn't really going to gain you anything otherwise.

The TLR is easy to use in comparison to a medium format SLR. Also virtually silent (just a little "click" of the shutter), and the view of the subject is continuous throughout.


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May 31, 2017 10:43 |  #34
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F2Bthere wrote in post #18367108 (external link)
Well, if your goal is "cool," I suggest you get a speed graphic. They are generally designed for use with a graflock back, which means you can easily attach a Polaroid back to them. You can also attach a roll-film back (I.e. Medium Format) back. It oven has basic movements, like a view camera. Be sure to learn about them first. There are many options. You want one with a rangefinder.

I'm not sure you need links. I think what you need is to type the camera names in Google, see what appeals to you and then do some research on that specific camera. There are resources on just about anything.

For example, speed graphic:

https://www.graflex.or​g/speed-graphic/ (external link)

I can tell you that all the suggestions I have read have merit.

The 645 you posted was a decent camera. I think most medium format cameras which were used for professional photography are worth putting on the list of possibles.

My personal opinion is that if there is a camera you really want, find a good copy for a good price. There is nothing wrong with a Bronica, for example.

But if you really want a Hasselblad, get one. Don't like it? Sell it again. The Hassleblads will be most likely to retain their value because they have the name. After six months, you are likely to get what you paid for it if you get a decent deal and you are less likely to have trouble selling it than you will with other brands.

There is a reason they were so dominant. They worked well. Like any system, there were issues, but once understood, they were reliable. They were quite handy for an SLR which shot 6x6 negatives. They fit nicely in the hand. The weight was reasonable. The mechanics were nice and reassuring. And the babes really groove to the click and wind sound they make. ;)


Also, with top Carl Zeiss lens, you know your photo would be sharp. This is more important if you don't have a good scanning workflow or using a cheap scanner. Although a TLR system is smaller but a good condition, CLA one can still be expensive. Once you are looking into a Rollie, it can cost more than a Hasselblad kit too....:)


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May 31, 2017 13:00 |  #35

Common... Zeiss, sharp, TLR... It is obvious now. All OP really needs is some fresh Instax from Lomography store. Perfect fit for memorizing of his photo-shoots with friends on analog media. He just hasn't realized yet, what "50mm lens" is not so good for it, but 28mm.


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Jun 01, 2017 21:29 |  #36

If you reach the point of considering a TLR (twin lens reflex), I can wholeheartedly recommend the Mamiya C330F. I used 2 of them professionally for many years without even one problem.


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Jun 01, 2017 21:59 |  #37

Between OKC and Tulsa, you are bound to have some hidden camera shop that has lots of this stuff laying around waiting for someone like you to come check it out. I say this because I feel it is important to see how it all comes together. People will talk the ergonomics and usibility of modern dslrs to death, how an old MF handles is another thing all together.

Just remember, if they help you out, and they will, buy from them, don't go find a eBay seller to save a few bucks.


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