Welcome to the club. I have been using my 7ii for over 10 years for both personal and commercial work. . I purchased it like new boxed with 2 lenses for $1200. I sold my 2 leicas and invested in all 6x7 gear. It's the best 120 camera i have ever had. And I have had a few. The only camera I will never sell. I also use 4x5 but the mamiya is such a gem. Congrats!
It's a faux pas to say, but gear really ends up driving so much of my shooting...so many "series" have sprung from the need to take a "test roll" with a new camera. It gets you shooting and that's what counts.
The Mamiya 7ii is a great all-around 6x7 film camera. I used one in the exact same color and with the same lens as yours for 15 years or so and took thousands and thousands of photos. The photos really are the best part of that camera. Getting such large and sharp negatives with a easily handheld camera is awesome. It is a great tool. I did recently sell mine because I just felt the price was a bit more than the worth. For camera feel in hand I love the feel of Leica and Fujifilm medium format 6x9 or 6x8 cameras. Those cameras don't need batteries either. Anyway, happy shooting!
@@popularbehaviour You lose automatic and it slows you down, so that is good and bad. The Mamiya 7 batteries are so cheap and last forever too, so not an issue. I also remember the viewfinder and focusing system is insanely nice.
Such a lovely video. I was nodding my head in agreement throughout. (I did something similar back in 2014, boarding a plane from Denver to Portland to buy my Mamiya 7 from a college photo major who was switching to digital. I still own it and shoot with it regularly.) I wish it went beyond 1/500 and that the lenses had less vignetting, but otherwise, such a joy to use. Some of my favorite photos and moments surround it. Thanks for sharing!
Why did I only find out about you now!? If you keep those videos up, you gonna hit 100k by the end of next year! And thank you for triggering my urge to buy a Mamiya 7 again, I thought I was over it…
I wasn't going to get the Mamiya 7, but someone offered me a deal for the og version and the 80mm. I couldn't pass it up. After a year with it, I prefer the photos from the RZ67. So I carry the Mamiya 7 around for "snapshots" and the rz67 around for something more.
I started in 2008 with the contax 645. The Mamiya 7 is my EDC, but the RZ67 is my choice for when I want to do a photo shoot. And by "photoshoot", I mean out with the dogs and the lighting is beautiful.
I should say, 2008 was a borrowed 1951 Reollichord 6x6. Immediately fell in love and bought the Contax 645. 2014, I added a Nikon f5 to my nikon digital gear. Then some random russian 35mm and polaroid landcameras 2018-2019. 2020 was a 2x Mamiya 645 with film and digital backs. 2021 was the Fuji G690BLP. 2022 was the Rz67. 2023 was the Mamiya 7. Now, I swap out my cameras every month or so.
I borrowed a friends Mamiya 7 II and shot a roll through it and his Mamiya 7 II was definitely trigger happy. I accedentley shot 3 shots in that 1 roll when I was trying to half press the shutter button to exposure lock the shot. It definitely did not feel right and it actually turned me off from trying to use his camera. I did pick up a mint Mamiya 7 II Black from my local camera store and mine works perfectly. I have taken it on multiple trips and other special occasions and it has never accidently triggered a shot. Not all mamiya 7's have sensitive shutter buttons. Also not sure if you know but the Mamiya 7 bassicly spot meters and that is why I exposure lock on what I want exposed properly. All in all, I love my Mamiya 7II and have had excellent results with it.
Mine has a very distinct "click" when you fire. Below the button there's a little metallic dome that gets inverted when you press the button, like those seal indicators in drinks and some tomato sauces. Maybe those very sensitive ones have the little dome permanently inverted and just away from making electrical contact? Otherwise it doesn't make sense for it to be very sensitive
RUclips just recommended this in my feed, I loved it! I like your style, I'll follow from now on here and on IG. I love my 7 too, it really is an inspiring thing. I've scanned some Ektar frames with an a7Riv and a coolscan 8000 lens using stitching, the final output is a 300Mpx image (way overkill but that lens demands 1:1 reproduction). The amount of information these lenses produce is nothing less than breathtaking. I'd be comfortable printing those files at 5m long. The largest I've printed so far is 30" and it looks great. Enjoy it!
Loved the video! I once sold my Mamiya 7II and immediately felt a wave of seller's remorse. Thankfully, last year I came across a mint-condition grey Mamiya 7 (with a factory-upgraded viewfinder and strap lugs) here in Japan for a fantastic price. Needless to say, I’ll never part with this one!
Out-of-towner stealing an opportunity from me 😤😤 lol jk I can’t afford one rn even if I wanted one. Great find! I would love one of these someday. There’s a guy at the local photo center I go to toprint and he uses one of these. His photos are always breath taking
WHY? You have to scan them anyway so you get a digital file. Other than the "romantic feeling" of shooting film how does it make sense? Do you not like money?
@@genernator digitizing film is like taking a photo of a painting, all the character is in there. It’s definitely an expensive endeavour. Part of me thinks investing in a Fuji GFX would be smarter but I absolutely loathe editing photos!
Can't wait to see where you take this channel mate! Brilliant stuff
Appreciate that!
well done man. loving your videos and photos! Inspiring.
yup i knew i am gonna love it from the thumbnail.
Thank you!
Welcome to the club. I have been using my 7ii for over 10 years for both personal and commercial work. . I purchased it like new boxed with 2 lenses for $1200. I sold my 2 leicas and invested in all 6x7 gear. It's the best 120 camera i have ever had. And I have had a few. The only camera I will never sell. I also use 4x5 but the mamiya is such a gem. Congrats!
Thanks a million!
Algorithm sent me here, a very well produced video, I liked all of the added historical context you included.
@@Disco_Shrew algorithms can be good!
It really resonates with me that giddiness of picking up these cameras to take a couple of photographs. Great video and commentary
Thank you!
It's a faux pas to say, but gear really ends up driving so much of my shooting...so many "series" have sprung from the need to take a "test roll" with a new camera. It gets you shooting and that's what counts.
The Mamiya 7ii is a great all-around 6x7 film camera. I used one in the exact same color and with the same lens as yours for 15 years or so and took thousands and thousands of photos. The photos really are the best part of that camera. Getting such large and sharp negatives with a easily handheld camera is awesome. It is a great tool.
I did recently sell mine because I just felt the price was a bit more than the worth. For camera feel in hand I love the feel of Leica and Fujifilm medium format 6x9 or 6x8 cameras. Those cameras don't need batteries either. Anyway, happy shooting!
@@bensan9 definitely love the idea of all mechanical.
@@popularbehaviour You lose automatic and it slows you down, so that is good and bad. The Mamiya 7 batteries are so cheap and last forever too, so not an issue. I also remember the viewfinder and focusing system is insanely nice.
@@bensan9 it’s a really great shooting experience. Feels perfect for environmental portraits
Such a lovely video. I was nodding my head in agreement throughout.
(I did something similar back in 2014, boarding a plane from Denver to Portland to buy my Mamiya 7 from a college photo major who was switching to digital. I still own it and shoot with it regularly.)
I wish it went beyond 1/500 and that the lenses had less vignetting, but otherwise, such a joy to use. Some of my favorite photos and moments surround it.
Thanks for sharing!
@@jessyel likewise, love your story!
Awesome video dude! Goes well with a coffee on a wet west coast Sunday
@@CorySchadt thank you!
Why did I only find out about you now!? If you keep those videos up, you gonna hit 100k by the end of next year! And thank you for triggering my urge to buy a Mamiya 7 again, I thought I was over it…
lol!
I wasn't going to get the Mamiya 7, but someone offered me a deal for the og version and the 80mm. I couldn't pass it up. After a year with it, I prefer the photos from the RZ67. So I carry the Mamiya 7 around for "snapshots" and the rz67 around for something more.
@@revaaron RZ is a heavy hitter, love to use one.
I started in 2008 with the contax 645. The Mamiya 7 is my EDC, but the RZ67 is my choice for when I want to do a photo shoot. And by "photoshoot", I mean out with the dogs and the lighting is beautiful.
I should say, 2008 was a borrowed 1951 Reollichord 6x6. Immediately fell in love and bought the Contax 645. 2014, I added a Nikon f5 to my nikon digital gear. Then some random russian 35mm and polaroid landcameras 2018-2019. 2020 was a 2x Mamiya 645 with film and digital backs. 2021 was the Fuji G690BLP. 2022 was the Rz67. 2023 was the Mamiya 7. Now, I swap out my cameras every month or so.
Wow Gavin, beautiful work! Love the storytelling and level of maturity you bring to this platform, outstanding. From a fellow Vancouverite!
@@adamstevensvisuals subscribed!
Great video, enjoy your Mamiya!
@@tonym9635 thank you! More to follow, be sure to Subscribe!
I borrowed a friends Mamiya 7 II and shot a roll through it and his Mamiya 7 II was definitely trigger happy. I accedentley shot 3 shots in that 1 roll when I was trying to half press the shutter button to exposure lock the shot. It definitely did not feel right and it actually turned me off from trying to use his camera. I did pick up a mint Mamiya 7 II Black from my local camera store and mine works perfectly. I have taken it on multiple trips and other special occasions and it has never accidently triggered a shot. Not all mamiya 7's have sensitive shutter buttons. Also not sure if you know but the Mamiya 7 bassicly spot meters and that is why I exposure lock on what I want exposed properly. All in all, I love my Mamiya 7II and have had excellent results with it.
@@jebeq2007 for sure, it took about 3 rolls to feel natural with it. Now it’s not an issue.📸
Mine has a very distinct "click" when you fire. Below the button there's a little metallic dome that gets inverted when you press the button, like those seal indicators in drinks and some tomato sauces. Maybe those very sensitive ones have the little dome permanently inverted and just away from making electrical contact? Otherwise it doesn't make sense for it to be very sensitive
@ It’s more like you just need to get to know it . Feels really premium, almost like an automatic clutch vs a stick shift.
Another great video. Vibes for days.
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*Wake up babe, a new Popular Behaviour video just dropped*
RUclips just recommended this in my feed, I loved it! I like your style, I'll follow from now on here and on IG. I love my 7 too, it really is an inspiring thing.
I've scanned some Ektar frames with an a7Riv and a coolscan 8000 lens using stitching, the final output is a 300Mpx image (way overkill but that lens demands 1:1 reproduction). The amount of information these lenses produce is nothing less than breathtaking. I'd be comfortable printing those files at 5m long. The largest I've printed so far is 30" and it looks great.
Enjoy it!
@@javixo1997 love to see those!
Love the Mamiya 7ii. Bought one 4 years ago. Nowadays I only run about one roll through it a year. But couldn't get myself to sell.
@@stevenonyoutube I think selling gear you love will only end in heartbreak! I learned that with some vintage drum machines
Loved the video! I once sold my Mamiya 7II and immediately felt a wave of seller's remorse. Thankfully, last year I came across a mint-condition grey Mamiya 7 (with a factory-upgraded viewfinder and strap lugs) here in Japan for a fantastic price. Needless to say, I’ll never part with this one!
@@MarcS4R that’s great to hear, use it for life!
Out-of-towner stealing an opportunity from me 😤😤 lol jk I can’t afford one rn even if I wanted one. Great find! I would love one of these someday. There’s a guy at the local photo center I go to toprint and he uses one of these. His photos are always breath taking
Maybe he’ll let you shoot some stuff with it?
Love your videos (all three of them). Now I have had a GA645wi and Contax G1, seems like I will spend another fortune!
I know a Leica M needs to happen at some point in my life…
WHY? You have to scan them anyway so you get a digital file. Other than the "romantic feeling" of shooting film how does it make sense? Do you not like money?
@@popularbehaviour Gladly I have already purchased a M8 five month ago!
@@genernator digitizing film is like taking a photo of a painting, all the character is in there. It’s definitely an expensive endeavour. Part of me thinks investing in a Fuji GFX would be smarter but I absolutely loathe editing photos!
@ that’s great, I think sticking with a single camera and really using it is a sound approach 👍
Nice video dude
Thank you!
This is on my wish list, how much did you end up getting it for?
Try 8x10. And I sold my Mamiya 7ii.
@@vangstr that’s a commitment!