I do have to say, the grip on the Mamiya 7 is amazing. I did trade mine for a Hasselblad which is an interesting story though. Thought it would be safer to have that much money in a mechanical body as opposed to something electronic. Anyway the Hasselblad jammed within the first week. I do prefer the Hassy though.
Every time I check, the Mamiya 7 has gone up in price since I bought mine. I paid $2150 for an 80mm kit back in 2017, and I see that it isn’t going for less than $3400 with a kit lens. If I weren’t so in love with it, I’d sell it and make a nice little profit right now; Same deal with my other two film cameras.
You should def try out the Fuji GM670. It is my fave film camera I have. Like the mamiya, the gm670 is 6x7 and has interchangeable lenses that rock. It is also a lot more affordable.
The 135 pano shots are not that much wider than x-pan. I think it's mostly less frames because you're burning film at the start where the paper leader would be on 120 film. You could possibly get a few extra frames by taping a used piece of film at the start of your pano roll.
it is possible to get 20 shots out of a roll of 36 but you have to load it a little differently, I made a video on it a while back using a Pentax 67. it's extra work but I think the extra 4 shots are worth it in the long run.
How was it when focusing? I had a rangefinder before and it took so much time to align the images or patch that i mostly get out of focus camera. That is why I gave up on buying a rangefinder. Does the focus patch look clear and not hard to see if the images are aligned? I am thinking of giving this a try since I am looking for a portable 67. Thanks Chris!
I am glad I have a Ricoh Gr digital 8.1 megapixel camera, no weight, no chemicals and no cost to run and only $150 complete with hood and 21mm lens adapter.
Hi, Is it worth buying the Mamiya 7 II + 80mm f/4 £3500-£3800? User says it is immaculate. Is it too risky to buy as they are old. User says he bought it new in 2003. Is this camera recommended for portraits and travel?
These things are super rare now and very difficult to obtain. I bought a 7II ten years ago or so and could sell it for double its price, that isn't going to happen.
Great within its limitations. Rangefinder. Leaf shutter lenses. Not the greatest grip. It is more convenient than an RB/RZ in the field assuming no detailed focusing is required. If you are that hip guy who walks around with a camera hanging from his neck waiting for an old beach house or wooden gate in a field to photograph it's swell.
Stop it! Stop tempting me! I just sold all my 35mm film cameras except my Nikon F4 and my Canon EOS 3 which I told myself they were all I needed. Actually though I think I can resist the Mamiya 7 because I really don't like the range finder experience.
My bank account hates you
buy mine lol
@@bradlspencer you selling a mamiya?
ripppppp
Quick tip: close that light shield curtain when you're rolling a film or you'll get loads of annoying unwanted dust particles on your lens!
i was just about to sell my mamiya 7 but after watching this i changed my mind. also im getting mad teletubbby vibes from that hoodie. i want it.
Blowing all your cash on cameras is all part of being a film photographer. I look forward to your M6 video
Not sure about that.
We need to focus on making good photographs instead
you're my it girl
That’s my medium format dream camera, either that on or the Pentax 67
Amazing video as always brother 🤛🏼
Dang I guess it's time to pick one up
LETS GOOOOOOOOO
I do have to say, the grip on the Mamiya 7 is amazing. I did trade mine for a Hasselblad which is an interesting story though. Thought it would be safer to have that much money in a mechanical body as opposed to something electronic. Anyway the Hasselblad jammed within the first week. I do prefer the Hassy though.
10:13 the face I make before hitting "Buy Now" on yet another camera I don't need but desperately want
Every time I check, the Mamiya 7 has gone up in price since I bought mine. I paid $2150 for an 80mm kit back in 2017, and I see that it isn’t going for less than $3400 with a kit lens. If I weren’t so in love with it, I’d sell it and make a nice little profit right now; Same deal with my other two film cameras.
My man is so underrated yet so talented.
Such a solid camera. I love mine 7ii
keep it and never let go, Jack
You should def try out the Fuji GM670. It is my fave film camera I have. Like the mamiya, the gm670 is 6x7 and has interchangeable lenses that rock. It is also a lot more affordable.
oh for sure for sure
I really love your channel. Your vids definitely inspire me to do more with my photography
Cool photos bro ! Just started to follow you. Can’t’wait to start using my Mamiya7ii
SHEEEEEEESH
I can load my 7II quicker than my hasselblad. Just takes practice and experience
Fantastic
Your content quality is 10/10.
thank you so much
Just be careful with them, they're nice and light but not very tough. The film wind can break quite easily, so be gentle as you advance the film!
cant wait for the panos on mamiya 7
ohohohohoh they go CRAAAAZY
I wanted to also do film photography since I also do digital photography, can you recommend me some good film camera for a beginner?
DAMNT CHRIS I JUST BOUGH N RB BODY I CAN AFFORD ANOTHER CAMERA LET ALONE A MAMIYA😩😩😩
beautiful man. I wanna get one for travel (probably post COVID lockdown....)
I bought a Mamiya 7ii with the 80mm last year and its already almost double what I paid for it on ebay now.. Haven't even owned it a full year yet. 😅
MORE VALLUABLE THAN DOGECOIN
@@whoschrischu MAM ON THE MOON.
Great fotos!
Question: Why have both 6x7s? Are rangefinders no good for portraiture?
I got a good price on mine. Lowball on those eBay offers and you never know they might accept it.
"Don't show this camera, you raise the prices " comments incoming 😂
forreal forreal
This is the only one I’ve seen. Slick approach tho
@@Shmyrk Comments are sometimes a gamble.🤷♂️
Dope video Chris!!!! I definitely agree on why you gave it a 9.5 on the camera I own the mamiya 6and I have the same issue. Cheers brother
Mamiya 6 with that collapsible lens mount is pretty nice. But yeah, I'm confused as to why it' doesnt catch easily
The 135 pano shots are not that much wider than x-pan. I think it's mostly less frames because you're burning film at the start where the paper leader would be on 120 film. You could possibly get a few extra frames by taping a used piece of film at the start of your pano roll.
Amazing camera... I just wish it was a bit cheaper :(
I had one once it was great but I couldn't go back to film. Happy with my Fuji GFX-50R
it is possible to get 20 shots out of a roll of 36 but you have to load it a little differently, I made a video on it a while back using a Pentax 67. it's extra work but I think the extra 4 shots are worth it in the long run.
Do you remember what camera strap is that?
Ya Chris 🙌🏼😎💪🏼👏🏼
Chris have you heard of the Makina 670? You should look into that.
I've definitely heard of the Makina, and boy is it heavy...
How was it when focusing? I had a rangefinder before and it took so much time to align the images or patch that i mostly get out of focus camera. That is why I gave up on buying a rangefinder. Does the focus patch look clear and not hard to see if the images are aligned? I am thinking of giving this a try since I am looking for a portable 67. Thanks Chris!
Man that’s awesome, I’m not hating on the RB67 but having to lug it around is a hassle at times
I personally love the weight of the RB/RZ but yeah not for travel
@@whoschrischu yea, I was planning on doing some crazy landscape photos but I might just have to go digi for the trek ahead of me
I am glad I have a Ricoh Gr digital 8.1 megapixel camera, no weight, no chemicals and no cost to run and only $150 complete with hood and 21mm lens adapter.
Ahahahaha. Now I'm tryna see who I prefer. HOODIE CHRIS or TURTLENECK CHRIS 😂 both still mad talented with crazy good content
I want
go get
@@whoschrischu someday :)
Hi, Is it worth buying the Mamiya 7 II + 80mm f/4 £3500-£3800? User says it is immaculate. Is it too risky to buy as they are old. User says he bought it new in 2003. Is this camera recommended for portraits and travel?
The Mamiya 7 is built for travelling, that's why it's so light. It's very easy to carry around, not heavy at all.
Hi Chris, what kind of strap do you use on your mamiya 7?
These things are super rare now and very difficult to obtain. I bought a 7II ten years ago or so and could sell it for double its price, that isn't going to happen.
great speaking voice, by the way!
I try my best
You are comparing apples and pears, Fuji vs mamiya ?
That was a good as intro
you betcha
where do you get your music, Chris?
How do you zone focus in mamiya 7
what neck strap have you got on that
do you know any legit website to buy this. I dream for this one for a year.
Hoodie Chris 👀
a GOAT standard
The ONLY Mamiya 7 I’ve seen here in Mexico City it’s around 100k pesos lol.
yikes....
Great within its limitations. Rangefinder. Leaf shutter lenses. Not the greatest grip. It is more convenient than an RB/RZ in the field assuming no detailed focusing is required. If you are that hip guy who walks around with a camera hanging from his neck waiting for an old beach house or wooden gate in a field to photograph it's swell.
For me, the perfect medium format camera is the rb or a hassy!!
full mechanical beauties!
Rolleiflex sl66 has bellows and you can reverse the lens for macro.
@@nickfanzo that camera is simply amazing, yet rare to find!!
@@spyratekodaks7494 yes it is. Love mine
Begging my bf and he says “man you’d be so broke without me”
Currently googling how much a kidney cost on the black market, in order to purchase this and some film haha.
Stop it! Stop tempting me! I just sold all my 35mm film cameras except my Nikon F4 and my Canon EOS 3 which I told myself they were all I needed. Actually though I think I can resist the Mamiya 7 because I really don't like the range finder experience.
rip, you should just not watch any film photographer on RUclips hahaha
1135th view
my favorite 1135th viewer!
Great cam, shame its like 3 grand lol
How is life with the missing kidney? 😆 I would have expected this camera might not work as well for portrait. What are your thoughts?
oh you know...it's the same until...I need a kidney
I think it's insane to pay that price for a plastic camera.
徕卡不配和mamiya7相提并论
Plaubel better quality