How to use a Mamiya 645 for the first time!
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- Опубликовано: 9 июл 2024
- Showing you how to use your Mamiya 645 (M645) camera. This quick start guide shows you all the things you should know and remember to start taking pictures with this camera.
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on a seccond viewing of this video, have another important tip, to save battery life most of these cameras shut the battery off if you select 'B' mode, or other mechanical speeds, but always check the manual, (some like the pentax K1000 35 mm camera always have the cell ON unless the lens cap is ON!!!). this is for temporary storage, but if you store them for MONTHS, like an off season, because of inclement weather in the Northern hemisphere, etc. then it is always best to remove the battery.
Thanks for coming by for a second scoop!
Mamiya 645 cameras have a very special shutter, very different from other electronic shutters from that era, M645 shutters don't use battery power during long exposures.
Other shutters maintain the second curtain open during exposure with an electro-magnet that needs constant battery power during the exposure, second curtain closure is obtained by cutting the electro-magnet power, it drains the battery during exposure time.
On the M645 the second curtain is maintained open during the exposure by a mechanical lock with no electrical power. At the end of exposure the second curtain is closed by an electrical driven mechanical unlock device with a very brief electrical power shot into a coil, coming from a condenser. This type of shutter is called a mobile coil shutter.
First M645 generation had a one coil shutter for the closure, starting with the M645 Super they had a two mobile coils shutter for opening and closure.
As a commercial photographer I used a Mamyia RB67 in a studio in the early 80’s Fast forward to today and my daughter buys a used Mamyia 645e and wants me to show her how to use it. To get started I had her watch your video. Thank you so much for sharing. Btw, so nice to have a Mamyia back in the house!
I love this story! I hope she enjoys the camera and you two both enjoy that bonding opportunity to shoot together :) This is great man.
damn that using another camera as a light meter trick is life changing, thank you
Just picked up a 645. Your video was very good. Thank you sir.
Congratulations!! Enjoy your new camera and put it to good use now :)
Here is an easy guide to know if you're gonna need a tripod..... If your shutter speed is lower than your lens size you will need a tripod. The human body cannot hold still enough. For example, if your lens is an 80mm you cannot hold it still enough with out a tripod at anything below an 80th of a second (1/60th, 1/30th, 1/15th,.....). 1/125th will usually be ok unless you have a medical shaking problem. Same rule goes for 35mm cameras. Something I learned 30+ years ago when I started shooting film.
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My first M645 was purchased in Germany(1978-79). This was a base system with no light meter in it. I learned using the F16 rule. At the present moment, I have about 3-working bodies and a number of bodies for parts. My teachers where two German photographers that had over 100-years of camera experience between them. Great camera and loved how it operates.
Got my Mamiya 645 1000s last year. I love it!
Hey Larry,
As the son of a photographer who was photographing from the 60s to today, I can say that you have the calmness and love for photography that we all aim for.
Slow down the photography process and get better results. Love your vids.
Well thank you for the encouragement and support. I will keep your suggestions in mind when shooting forward :)
Just got a M645 today and this video was extremely helpful. Thanks a ton.
Well all I have to say is congratulations!!
Exactly what I was looking for, and exactly what i needed.
Wonderfully casually professionally presented.
You are a natural... thanks Bo
Thank you Bo! Glad to hear this helped you out :)
Larry ,you are a great presenter ,very easy to follow and not talking fast unlike some others from across the pond .Thanks very much .great video.
This comment made my day! Thank you :)
I should do more reviews and camera walkthroughs, people seem to appreciate them the most. But still, thank you for the encouragement.
6/3/23 Good quick 645 camera basics, a big step up from a 135mm negative with 2 1/2 times the size allowing for more negative details. I own 2 Mamiya 645 with extra lenses and the reflex lightmeter top, plus a hand grip with the shutter release. The camera is great in the studio and outdoors for photos. the only thing that was better in the latter 645 models is a separate film back so you could switch from b/w or color 120/220 film.
I am trying this camera out for the first time. It was my grandpas and I was given it after he passed away. This was something him and I both very much enjoyed doing together. I just wanted to let you know how helpful this video was. Thank you so much for creating it! I wish I could have experienced this camera with my grandpa while he was alive, but I never knew about it until it was given to me. I am more than excited to try it out and experiment with it! Your video has helped tremendously!!
A wonderful reason to go use the camera. Take some great shots in his honor. I know it would have been so nice to share the joy with him while he was around, but I have a feeling he is already proud and will still be watching from a better seat now ;)
just got the 645j stoked on it thanks for the tips amping to run some rolls through this thing!
thanks
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Hey, Larry, this is Larry. Just got this camera this afternoon and I am instantly inn love. It is so clean, the viewfinder is bright, and all the controls feel new and have snap. I already had two lenses for it that I adapted to my digital camera, so I cannot wait until tomorrow to get out and shoot my first roll. Funny, but I could not for the life of me find the lever to spring the magnifier up into place. Thank you for the beginner's guide. I've been shooting film all my life, but other than a few time using my Dad's TLR, haven't really shot any medium format. This camera seems the perfect size for my hands, and I was really lucky to find the model Mamiya I was looking for, Great video and great spirit. You have a new follower for sure.
Larry! Welcome :) Thank you for the support and also glad more people are getting to shoot with the camera! How has it worked out so far?
Thank you for the video. I just bought my first MF camera, a Mamiya 645 and this gave me a leg up on getting shooting.
Amazing video - thank you so much for taking the time to make it! Helped me out a lot
Of course! I made it because when I just got started with the 645 it didn’t exist and I knew people would need the info. I’m so glad it helped you.
Thanks for this Larry. Really wants to try medium format and this gave me a real helpful insight into the 645.
Excellent video. I have this same exact camera and it was also my first medium format camera. I love this camera.
Perfect-got what I needed for my adventure with my new Mamiya 645-many thanks
You are very welcome
Andy, thanks for checking out my video.
Happy new year!
This was a fantastic video Larry! I'm thinking about getting a Mamiya 645 and this is EXACTLY the video I was looking for. Very well done, subscribed!
Thank you so much! I did a few vlogs in a row but more technical content coming :)
Truly helpful!
I'm glad it helped you out!
Awesome, thanks for putting this video together, it’s super helpful.
Happy to help!
great tutorial filled with actual real world advice
Great video! Super informative and very pleasant to watch! Massive thanks!
You are very welcome, I hope it helped!
Great walkthrough! Super helpful and very clear
Thank you! I am glad this helped you :)
Thank you man, so helpful!
I'm glad to hear it! Good luck!
thanks larry, this video was super helpful!
just bought mine and i'm binging youtube content about the camera before my package arrives
I did the exact same :) opening that box when it gets to your house, you’ll hit the roof if you’re like me at all :P enjoy your camera when it shows up! And congratulations!!
That was really helpful. Got straight to the point on how to use this camera, superb. Thank you.
Well thank you very much! I'm glad I was able to offer a quality walkthrough :)
I just came into possession of one of these cameras and this video was very helpful..
I have two M645 1000S' and they are great little cameras. Love the format because of the 15 or 16 frames that you get on each 120 roll. I have two different prism finders, one metered the other isn't , but I find myself using the waist level finder the most. The shutter release on the top right of the body makes using the waist level finder handheld very easy and stable, at least for me. Also I just recently picked up a 220 insert and have several rolls of the Shanghai 100 ISO GP3 film so 30 images here I come.
Thanks it really helped me alot❤
Got this today , so helpful!
Congratulations! I’m glad. I know
I needed it when I got my camera so that’s why I made it :)
Really helpful video mate thank you.
I know I’ll be coming back to this one.
This was great. Thank you so much!
Happy to help!
Thanks Larry. I'm just on my way out to check one out to buy. Now I know the basics on testing it.
Congratulations! And good luck with it!
Thanks! Super helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
This video is amazing thank you so much🙏
Of course!
Hi Larry, Thanks for this great video on the Mamiya 645. A friend loaned me a Mamiya 645 1000 S and in a few hours, thanks to your clip, I've started to navigate my way around this solid little camera. Your instructions are so clear - many thanks. Now to put a roll of film through it.!! From Aotearoa/New Zealand, thanks. 🙂
Dude, this was so helpful! Thanks!
Awesome! I’m glad it provided value for you :)
Thanks so much for this video!
It was my pleasure! I’m happy if it helped you!
Thanks for the video. Really helpful :)
You’re welcome!
great video, thank u!
Outstanding instructional video! Thank you. I am considering purchasing this camera. I have about 7 film SLRs and a couple of digital mirrorless. Medium format seems to be the next logical step in my photography journey.
very useful Larry! thank you for your guide
Glad it helps!
Clear and well explained. Thank you.
Happy to help my friend. :)
Thank You so much for this video. I will buy soon this camera. This is my next step from Leica to medium format ^^
This was super helpful. I happened across a 645 and it’s all alien to me so this is just what I needed
:) glad to hear! Also
Congrats on the camera.
Excellent tutorial. Thanks for that!
Of course! I hope it helps you get going!
You just made my day!
Everyone made reviews on the pro... and I went crazy looking for a button to set the film speed... this was a great review!
Thank you! ✨
This is exactly why I made this :) I'm glad I could offer you some help! And I definitely know that frustration :P
PhotoMeLarry super helpful! Excited to start shooting with it! 😃
Thank you so so much for this!!☺️
It was my pleasure! I’m glad you enjoyed it and I hope it helps you get started!
Appreciate it my guy! Getting my camera this coming Monday!
Alright!!
Great video! Super helpful
Thank you!
this video really deserves more views. is exactly what you need to know. well done.
I'm currently checking prices to maybe get a 645 or maybe a Bronica ETR family
Very helpful thank you!
Glad it helped! You're welcome Sean.
Great film! Many thanks🙂
Thanks for posting!
Had to! It was the video I was looking for when I first got mine :)
Excellent instructional video Larry. Thanks!
Thank you Russel, I’m glad it helped!
Hey, first time I've seen any of your videos. Really enjoyed your presentation. Thanks.
I’m glad you came by Bob, and thank you :)
Super helpful, thanks for the good video! 👍🏼👍🏼
I'm just happy it helped you out!
Great video Larry. Just ordered mine
Thank you! You’ll love it. It’s really a fun camera to use.
this was so helpful as I'm thinking of buying one. thank you!
with the multiple exposure, would I take an image, and flip the switch? then take the image again? (for two photos in one) then would I flip the switch back, to go onto the next film strip? (if that makes sense, sorry!)
@@lilycraigen5083 Yes, after you take your shot, you will still need advance the wheel in order to fire another shot again. You can honestly just keep doing this as many times as you want (WHILE IN MULTI EXPOSURE MODE). Once you're satisfied with your FINAL shot of the sequence, flip the multi exposure switch back up to off, and then advance the wheel one last time to actually advance the film.
Thank you so much for this video brother 🙏🔥
Glad to, had to. Thanks for the encouragement!
Thanks for the video very informative.
Of course, I'm happy this helps you!
Great video. I rarely use my Mamiya 645 but when I do, I realize that I forgot how to use it. This really helps, especially the part on loading film.
Happy to help :)
Hi Larry and thanks so much for this really handy video! Just for information, I have had my Mamiya M645 1000s for around 15 years and haven't shot it for the last 10, I just checked the battery condition and it's still lighting up the green OK light. To be sure I just flipped the battery compartment open (It's slightly different on the 1000s) just to check there was no corrosion on the terminals and hey presto it's also fine so I'm good to go. Thanks again for rekindling my interest after 15 years of digital !!
This is fantastic! I’m glad you’re getting back into it!
What a well presented video, thank you. Just bought an M645 1000s today as a smaller, more portable alternative to my RB67
My pleasure!
I'll be sending my M645 of to get cleaned & lubed soon so I can back in to it. I have a metered prism so I can use the the camera like a 35mm SLR and that can be very handy if I know I wont have time to play with manual metering etc. However the waist view finder is great for those pin sharp shots and makes you think a lot harder while you're shooting as its not as easy.
The end result can be GREAT and they are a lot of fun to use as regardless of the view finder. YOU have to think and YOU have to do the shooting, not some algorithms.
Just had mine delivered today, so pumped to get it 😁😁
Enjoy! And congratulations!!
@@PhotoMeLarry this video is EXACTLY what I need!
Very informative video!
Thank you, I hope it helps or at least was entertaining!
Great tips! I’m considering this camera. Ty!
Happy to help, I love it!
Thank you for this video :)
Gladly!
You a real one man. Subd because of the ease at which you explain this stuff and your clear excitement for helping people shoot more. Stoked to shoot my new 645!
Man, I don’t know if I ever read something so nice. Thank you brother! Definitely hope you enjoy your camera!
@@PhotoMeLarry developing my first roll now. the haptics of the mirror flip are TO DIE FOR 😍
@@robbailey9344 I felt that… 😏
thanks for this bro 🙏🏿
You’re welcome!
Loved this videookk thank uuu
You're welcome 😊
Bought this camera yesterday. Loved the tips and the video straight to the point.
If you have an IG, feel free to drop it, I'd love to see what you were able to do with your camera!
@@PhotoMeLarry I just mailed my first 2 rolls in to be developed on Wednesday, but my film IG is sheshootsthestreets and SoAmbitiousKim is primary account.
Haven’t bought the camera yet, but this video was amazing
Just got a 645J
this is such a nice cam, i love mine, because she is not heavy as the rb or rz, grab it and go outside and shooting...fine vid....thx bm
thank you most helpful
Of course! I'm happy it helped you out :)
There’s no way I’m going to filter through all these comments 😂 Im sure someone has said it, but I had motion blur from the mirror slap as well! I haven’t tested it yet, but the camera does also have a mirror lock button that reduces all the shaking from the mechanics!
Thanks Larry! Have my eye on a 1000S 645...
Yo! Dope video, very helpful.
Happy to help!
Thanks for sharing, very useful info here.
I'm glad this helped you!
Thank you from korea! I've bought this one with metering prism(which is dead). And just tried to know the instructions. This video helped me a lot :)
Cheonman eyo! I’m glad to help! Sorry to hear about the metering issue though.
Hello
Some additional infos
- you don't need as many spare batteries, without meetering prism 😊your battery will last years
- the red dot on the shutter speed knob is when using a meetering prism
- the camera has a T pose workaround for very long exposures. Remove the battery, open the shutter with the shutter release button (without battery the shutter stays open), after exposure close the shutter by pushing the battery test button (this button closes also mechanically the shutter)
THANK YOU JEAN CLAUDE!
great video n great tips 👍
Thank you!
Excellent intro to the 645. I have a 645J, which is almost the full camera, but robbed of the top shutter button and Mirror Lock-Up. I use it with E.German and Russian glass.
Thank you! If it's that close I'm sure its still just as fun to use then.
I have a Bronica ETRSi with a metered head. I only take the battery out when it is laid up for a very long time. Not sure I have changed it. Camera batteries last for years... (But don't leave them in for long time.)
You are absolutely right that you can use a camera with a light meter as a light meter. I do for my cameras that don't but I have a metering view finder for my Bronica now so would only need it for the waist level view finder. My Yashica also has a meter. I do need to find some new developers in the UK though.
Good stuff. The rule of thumb is to never use a shutter speed lower than the focal length of the lens. Another one is the f/16 sunny skies when the shutter speed is the same as the ISO.
Great video!
Thank you! I hope it helped :)
Thanks for the handy video, I just bought film for my grandfather's 645 and use it for the first time :)
A legacy camera! That makes it extra special Carlos. Do him proud and take some good shots man.
@@PhotoMeLarry I'll try, thanks!
Great video
Thank you so much. Very helpful.
Fantastic work Larry! Thanks so much. I have one one the way. Subscribed. Cheers
Welcome to the crew Scott! Thank you.
Thanks, man.
Happy to help!
Is it crazy that I'm buying this as my first film camera? This video was really really good by the way! Really gave me the confidence to get the 645.
If you're starting in medium format film as a beginner, the 645 system is definitely a smart move in my opinion. You get the most shots per roll, this camera specifically is pretty well made and lightweight (compared to some of the 67's out there).
Good luck, I really hope you enjoy it!
Great video , really informative! Love this camera and I just did a video on it too
Great guide about this camera, very detailed. You have a nice channel, I'll definitely follow you.
Well thank you so kindly for the support! I'm just having fun with cameras hoping to get other people to do the same :)
@@PhotoMeLarry I also use old cameras, it makes always fun.
This is great! Thank you so much! I bought the M645 from an estate sale just this past Saturday and your video helped so much!
You’re welcome! Enjoy your new camera :)
@@PhotoMeLarry Oh boy, and I just found my bag of expired film that I need to shoot, and another I need to develop LOL!
@@christinalemarr score and score! Do you develop yourself at home? Either way good news regardless. I’ve had some hit or miss results with expired but I now blame it on being expired film I purchased and couldn’t verify how it was stored.
I hope you get better photos than I did :P
@@PhotoMeLarry I have developed at home in the past but my darkroom supplies are in storage at the moment. I bought two rolls of color 120 film today so we'll see how it turns out ;)
@@christinalemarr fingers crossed for great shots, you got this!
Thank you so much for this vid! So useful - One thing I noticed on my Mamiya 645 is that my focus ring is diagonal, opposed to straight - is that the same on yours? And if so do you have any tips for this, or is it possible I can find a screen with a straight line focus ring? So new to the 120mm gang!