+Direk Chew hello! I think that's fairly normal. I wouldn't worry about it too much unless your pictures don't come out. Shoot a roll or two and see what kind of results you get
Thank you Dan for this video! I just got a Mamiya RZ67, and this video was EXTREMELY helpful in figuring out things that didn't make sense in the manual to me! Thank you for sharing such quality content :)
Nice informative video, I’ve just grabbed the camera and can’t wait to shoot my first roll with it! 😊 Just one thing if it wasn’t already mentioned in other comments, the first version of the AE prism actually works also on Pro II cameras, I have one, it is just a little less “sophisticated” (no half shutter speeds and no over-under exposure arrows on the right of the viewfinder)
Hi. Just wanted to say that your video is exactly what youtube reviews should be about. quality content straight to the point and very informative. unlike many other crappy videos about reviews. Thank you for your post!
Great introduction to a beast of a medium format camera! BTW, when you are purchasing a used one, how do you make sure that all the electronic functions are good? and with the RZ II, how do you release the shutter when there's no film in the back (to test the integrity of the shutter when you are choosing the right one)?
Great Video, as someone who began in photography in the digital age as an adult, I am extremely interested in starting to shoot film, preferably medium format. This video was exactly what I was looking for on the Mamiya RZ67 Pro II. Thank You.
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! I also got into photography in the digital era as an adult. I made the jump into medium format film about a year ago (my first camera was a Pentacon Six). I got the RZ67 about six months ago and I've really enjoyed shooting with it. Feel free to hit me up with any questions you may have about this camera or photography in general.
+Julio Ryuuzaki Hi Julio, thanks for watching! It's my main camera when I shoot medium format, but more often I'm shooting with my Canon AE-1 Program or a Sony A6000
Hey Dan, just got my RZ67 II and I'm noticing a fair bit of play in the focusing with both the coarse and fine focusing knob. The focusing action also feels a lot coarser than the RZ67 I and RB67 that I've compared it to side by side. Is this normal behavior? Here's my video of my RZ67 II on Dropbox for your reference: www.dropbox.com/s/38tuat9nu7ig83a/Video%202018-08-16%2C%2010%2017%2034.mov?dl=0
Very informative video. I used to shoot 35mm film, moved to 35mm digital and now want to go back to film, but in MF. This is definitely swaying me towards a Mamiya RZ/RB kit vs say Pentax... Thanks for the video.
I was wondering if I can get some recommendations on where I can purchase the Mamiya RZ67 Pro II. Along with the tips and tricks that you stated in the video to look out for when purchasing one.
Nice video, really. I just ordered my Mamiya R67 Pro II with a Mamiya RZ 50mm 4.5 ULD lens for about 1350 USD. And both products are in perfect shape. It is indeed a beautiful piece of a classic camera. Nice.
Maybe one day I will update my Mamiya RB67 PRO S which I love taking with me when I do some of my fashion photo shoot with local fashion blogger Catherine M. I love my camera and eventually purchase a Hassy just to see the difference in quality and portability! Hahahaha! Great video and look forward to seeing more of your work and sample images! I just wish I could or start recording my photoshoots and share with the rest of the world! Maybe one day?! Lol!
Nice video and very helpful. But where is the other video you mentioned where you wanted to talk about purchasing tips? I cannot find it in your channel.
Hi Daniel, thanks for the feedback and support! I send my film out for processing (usually The Darkroom or Colortek of Boston). Just haven't gotten into home developing yet...
Cool camera great review. I should mention another reason to not shoot 220 is not all labs will develop it and some that do charge more for one roll then if you just sent in two rolls of 120.
+mamiyapress Good to know! Although, for me, that would kind of defeat the purpose since I'm shooting with this camera to get a bigger negative. It's good to know those options exist though
Wow, these have almost tripled in price since 2016. Crazy
Great explanation!!! Thank you!
+Hamish Martin Thanks :)
awesome video. thanks!
Thanks Pedro!
HELP! I just got the RZ67 pro ii, on all shutter speed it sounds the same. Is this normal?
+Direk Chew hello! I think that's fairly normal. I wouldn't worry about it too much unless your pictures don't come out. Shoot a roll or two and see what kind of results you get
Direk Chew no, that's not normal, maybe your battery ran out. And you an only use one speed I think it's 1/400.
Thank you Dan for this video! I just got a Mamiya RZ67, and this video was EXTREMELY helpful in figuring out things that didn't make sense in the manual to me! Thank you for sharing such quality content :)
Hey Dan! I’m holding my RZ67 in my arms like a newborn baby. Thanks for the video, it was extremely helpful!
Neat video on a neat camera. Great example photos, too.
Thanks Christopher!
Nice informative video, I’ve just grabbed the camera and can’t wait to shoot my first roll with it! 😊 Just one thing if it wasn’t already mentioned in other comments, the first version of the AE prism actually works also on Pro II cameras, I have one, it is just a little less “sophisticated” (no half shutter speeds and no over-under exposure arrows on the right of the viewfinder)
Haven't used my RZ67 Pro ii in a few years. Need to replace the battery and take some pictures again.
There is no such thing as 120mm film!
Hi. Just wanted to say that your video is exactly what youtube reviews should be about. quality content straight to the point and very informative. unlike many other crappy videos about reviews. Thank you for your post!
+Arthur D. Thanks Arthur! Glad you enjoyed it
Can you focus off center when you take portraits? Like shooting the face close up? They eyes will be placed above center right?
Can I ask is the PRO II D better than this camera or is the only difference that it allows for the use of digital backs?
Great introduction to a beast of a medium format camera! BTW, when you are purchasing a used one, how do you make sure that all the electronic functions are good? and with the RZ II, how do you release the shutter when there's no film in the back (to test the integrity of the shutter when you are choosing the right one)?
Dan. You are the man.
+Armin Tehrani Thanks Armin! ✌
I found very helpful your video.
Thank you Dan. ;)
Are you able to swap out the focusing screen to fix the parallax or is the only option getting the AE Prism Finder? Thanks!
I want to use the waist level viewfinder but want to fix the parallax at the same time lol
what light meter app do you use and how does it work?
Great Video, as someone who began in photography in the digital age as an adult, I am extremely interested in starting to shoot film, preferably medium format. This video was exactly what I was looking for on the Mamiya RZ67 Pro II. Thank You.
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! I also got into photography in the digital era as an adult. I made the jump into medium format film about a year ago (my first camera was a Pentacon Six). I got the RZ67 about six months ago and I've really enjoyed shooting with it. Feel free to hit me up with any questions you may have about this camera or photography in general.
Pretty well explained! I got a whole video manual series. Is it your main camera too?
+Julio Ryuuzaki Hi Julio, thanks for watching! It's my main camera when I shoot medium format, but more often I'm shooting with my Canon AE-1 Program or a Sony A6000
Great video mate..! No need to stress ;)
+Monde du Silence Thank you!
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Hey Dan, just got my RZ67 II and I'm noticing a fair bit of play in the focusing with both the coarse and fine focusing knob. The focusing action also feels a lot coarser than the RZ67 I and RB67 that I've compared it to side by side.
Is this normal behavior? Here's my video of my RZ67 II on Dropbox for your reference:
www.dropbox.com/s/38tuat9nu7ig83a/Video%202018-08-16%2C%2010%2017%2034.mov?dl=0
Very informative video. I used to shoot 35mm film, moved to 35mm digital and now want to go back to film, but in MF. This is definitely swaying me towards a Mamiya RZ/RB kit vs say Pentax... Thanks for the video.
Great tutorial Is the viewfinder brigher than the RB?
Thanks! I haven't shot with the RB so I can't say for sure. It's pretty bright though. I would have to guess it's an improvement.
You wouldn’t happen to still have this camera and would like to sell it? Looking to buy one 😭
Thus us AMAZING! Thank you for all this helpful info--was having a hard time finding a comprehensive guide.
Many thanks,really great tutorial of a best medium format camera!!!!!!!
Great vid! Just got one and this was a big help.
+niscomok Glad this was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Great video, has helped me with some new art projects
+james mclean Thanks for watching James! Glad this helped
That was really helpful, thanks for taking the time to show us the camera!
I was wondering if I can get some recommendations on where I can purchase the Mamiya RZ67 Pro II. Along with the tips and tricks that you stated in the video to look out for when purchasing one.
Great video thanks for posting!!
+Thomas James Thanks for watching! :)
Good video Dan! Any idea that the blue ring is for on the lens? Have you used it?
Great review. I will buy one too. Your video helps me much. Thanks.
what film did you use for the B&W ? i just got this as a gift and need to buy some. TIA
Dan, I think you have a good "eye" for portraits of people. I enjoyed seeing some of your images at the end of the video. Cheers, Tony
Thanks Tony! I really appreciate that :D
Thanks Dan, appreciate your time and knowledge
Well done. Appreciate your expansive knowledge and precise language.
Nice video, really. I just ordered my Mamiya R67 Pro II with a Mamiya RZ 50mm 4.5 ULD lens for about 1350 USD. And both products are in perfect shape. It is indeed a beautiful piece of a classic camera. Nice.
Good stuff! 🙌
Maybe one day I will update my Mamiya RB67 PRO S which I love taking with me when I do some of my fashion photo shoot with local fashion blogger Catherine M. I love my camera and eventually purchase a Hassy just to see the difference in quality and portability! Hahahaha! Great video and look forward to seeing more of your work and sample images! I just wish I could or start recording my photoshoots and share with the rest of the world! Maybe one day?! Lol!
+Lang Kim Photography A worthy upgrade! 😃
Nice work dude, keep it up 👍
Thank you Keith!
Very professional and extremely helpful. Dan, I hope you are a teacher of something. You're VERY talented.
Thank you!
What’s the app you use for light metering
Nice video and very helpful. But where is the other video you mentioned where you wanted to talk about purchasing tips? I cannot find it in your channel.
I never got around to making it unfortunately. But if you have any questions about buying a RZ67, I'm happy to help if I can.
Intresting video ! Thanks. I love the sample pics. Do you develop the films yourself?
Hi Daniel, thanks for the feedback and support! I send my film out for processing (usually The Darkroom or Colortek of Boston). Just haven't gotten into home developing yet...
Nice review, I am not sure why you remove the film back to load or unload the film, just pop it open and let the darkslide be where it was.
+Jón Tryggvason You could do it that way. I personally just think it's easier to maneuver things by taking the back off.
Great video Dan! Btw how do you set the iso speed of the film?
BillXCIII thanks for your reply. Then i am wondering how is it possible to say rate a 400 speed film as say 100 or 800 if there is no iso setter?
Cool camera great review. I should mention another reason to not shoot 220 is not all labs will develop it and some that do charge more for one roll then if you just sent in two rolls of 120.
That's a good point Josh!
Very instructive, thanks man
Awesome video and very useful information! I want to get this system too someday! Cheers!
Thanks Adam! Yeah it's a lot of fun to shoot with. I highly recommend it :)
Thanks man! Awesome video
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Very good demo. Thank you
Just discovered this video. You did a great job....
Thanks!
this was very helpful!
Nice vid, Dan 👍👍
Great video. You mentioned using an app for metering. Which do you recommend?
+Will Gavillan The one I use is just called Light Meter. It's been pretty accurate for me 👍
Cool, I just got the luxi attachment which is supposed to help with accuracy. Thanks
Great video!
How long have you been into medium format,because I don't understand why you called 120 film "120mm"
Thanks!
Really well delivered mate. :-)
Thank you! :)
Nice work man.
+JHuntPhotography Thank you!
thanks Dan
Thanks for watching :)
Dan, do not forget that you can also use 6X6 and 6x4.5 backs on this camera as well as RB backs ( with the correct adaptor)
+mamiyapress Good to know! Although, for me, that would kind of defeat the purpose since I'm shooting with this camera to get a bigger negative. It's good to know those options exist though
That makes sense.
You can also get a 120/220 combination motorised back which will work with and without AA batteries.
+mamiyapress That's cool! I might have to get one of those 😁
Nice title 👌