Mamiya 645 pro ~ Yum Yum Yum
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- Опубліковано 16 лют 2022
- IG: calebknueven
Prints: calebknueven.darkroom.tech
Email: badflashes@gmail.com
Get ready to go back to The Eastern Sierra for what will be the pictures of a lifetime. And today we will be reviewing the Mamiya 645 at the same time! So let’s get this party started!!!!
Camera:
Mamiya 645 Pro
Bag:
Brevite - Jumper
www.brevite.co/?rfsn=6938463....
Film:
Kodak Portra 400
Kodak Portra 800
Kodak Tmax
#Mamiya645 #Mediumformat #film - Фільми й анімація
I love how Caled and Jason have similar channels, but Jason has this uninterested attitude and dry humor opposed to Caleb’s vibrant attitude and… my uncle Brad humor lol
That’s how we stay such good friends. Haha 😆
@@BadFlashesjjuhhu
I have one of the older M645's (without the interchangeable backs) and it's a lovely little beast, hard to argue with that glass, and honestly don't think the negative size is that much of a deal breaker (if I want bigger I'll just...do 4x5).
Oh nice! In the Mamiya family!!!! I love having all the formats I don’t discriminate… except for APS …. Not that shiz lol
Lovely video Caleb, I'm glad you and Jason got to re visit Sierra on your own terms. Also the super 8 footage was a fantastic addition.
Aw thanks. I actually fell in love with it tooooo. I think more will be on the horizon. I’m glad you liked the vid :)
Nice to hear the shout out for the Bronica system. I have several and love them. Great modularity, and a decent price. A bit of a dark horse in medium format.
Like I said almost got one haha
Glad to give some love that way
Yup, I subscribed and hit the freaking bell icon. You gotta admire that you put yourself out there with basically no filter. .We see you for what you are, a crazy man with a good channel. Keep'em coming.
Awww I love this. Thanks for digging the channel and my vibe overall haha
Glad you found me 🥰🥰🥰
Recently purchased a Mamiya m645 1000s, its my first medium format camera. Awaiting the test roll, but excited to see the results. Love ur vids, keep up the good work
Oh nice in the Maria family! Absolutely love it. Hope you have the camera in the images you get from it
The 80mm f1.9 for the Mamiya 645 is the shallowed medium format standard lens there is. It’s also the go to lens on IMAX cameras on Christopher Nolan movies.
Oh I love that. And makes sense :)
Dropped everything as soon as UA-cam sent me the notification that you'd uploaded ❤
Ahhhhh ☺️☺️☺️
Road trip, barbecue, and film? Check, check, and check! 💥 love it! And, that clip NEVER gets old 🤣. Thanks for sharing!
Haha right!!! Check, check, and check … and check
This was a really great review that was fun to watch dude! A+
Aw thabks! I’m glad I was both those things. Definitely hoping so! Haha
I think the Mamiya 645 is my favorite camera. I have three of the older model without the interchangeable back. One standard m645 and two of the 1000s bodies. One I took a gamble on because it cost less than what the 80mm 1.9 mounted to it was worth- fortunately, the lens is great. It needed a little lubrication but no haze, fungus, or separation. EX+++++ for real. The crank advance and shutter slap are sublime. The waist-level finder with the 45 degree split prism screen is terrific. Nice weighty feel in the hand but not too heavy…. Just a joy to use.
Oh wow a real real Mamiya lover! I’m into it. That’s awesome to here! Yeah people really really love these cameras. I’m glad I’m apart of the group
That's an awesome camera system with great lenses. I especially love the 80mm 2.8N and 35mm 3.5N.
Oh nice!!! I’ll have to looking into those as well!
thanks for making this. very enjoyable and informative to watch...
Yay I’m glad! ☺️
Byeeee Mr Caleb and yer new beast of a Camera!! You use it well!! Good on ya and thanks for sharing..
Ah thanks 🙏🏼
@@BadFlashes No Worries... Love the Channels.
Aw thanks! Glad you enjoy it 🍾🙌🏼🥳
The 646 Pro TL was my first medium format camera, absolutely great piece of kit, but in the end I found the 6x4.5 ratio just too close to 35. Once I got an RB67 the 645 would just sit on my shelf going unused for too long, and so I sold it. But dang what a great camera, so so easy to use, I may not miss the format but I do miss the usability!
I feels ya, I dig the format but I’m basically into all the things hahahaha but 67 is definitely where it’s at.
Very nice! I just brought the 645 super with metered viewfinder and 80mm f1.9 I can’t wait to see my results and having 15 frames is great like you said. I saw that comment about the haze and got worried but i checked and mine is good thankfully
Good good!!!! I’m glad no haze!!! :)
Great now I want a medium format film camera. Imma keep an eye for that mamiya 645. Great Video as always!
Thanks!!! They are nice when you are ready for that next leap :)
Hey Caleb, like you I have the Mamiya 7ii an RZ67ii and a couple of M645 pro's - I love how small, neat and modular the 645's are, I think I actually prefer the aspect ratio as well (don't tell my 6x7's!) Take a look at the the 50mm f4.0 shift lens, it's a great lens in it's own right but when you use the shift for pano's (3 shots stitched) or architectural work it's just awesome.
Oh damn!!!!! Twins!!!!!!!!
And I won’t tell your 67 haha
I’ll have to look into that lens. I’ll probably build out my kit for this camera.
My 70mm 2.8 LS (yes, leaf shutter) is in my all time top 2 favorite lenses that I own for any camera system (including my blad). Check it out if you can find it. I also shoot the 55 and the 150. Another nice bonus is that I can adapt them to my Mamiya ZM which produces amazing results on 35mm (same designer as the pro and the rz). I'm a 1000s shooter for many years because I need the simplicity and reliability, but I wish you great luck with your Pro over your last choice.
Oh thanks. It’s already a billion times better !!! And I should check out that 70mm! I almost got the 55mm as well. :)
I enjoy my mamiya 645 super. Also the 45mm as well. Both my backs developed some flex near the bottom hinge and intermittent light leaks.
Oh no, I’ll have to watch out for that.
Mamiya 645 Pro “plastic fantastic”. I love mine. The Sekor C lenses are just awesome and make a nice fit on a FF camera with an adapter.
Ummm Totally getting adapter now!
Great video and insight enjoyed it!
Awesome. Glad you enjoyed it!
In the film community on youtube, I think we can all agree, that the film daddy is Matt Day, your mom's friend's irritatingly perfect kid, that succeed in everything is Verbeek and you can be the crazy cousin, that one time tried to launch an over-the-mail ice selling startup.
You know what… I’ll give you that!!!
Checks out 🤣
I have the m645 1000s with the TTL prism and 55mm f/2.8. It's beautiful to use and produces equally beautiful images.
Man I wish Mamiya was alive and kicking!
Very informative, much appreciated!
Yay! So glad!
Such a nice camera + lens combo man!
Aww thanks! I’m digging it for sure!!!!
yes!
Hells yea
One word of caution to be cognizant of with the 2nd generation of Mamiya 645 cameras is the weak mirror stop. The mirror stop is made of plastic and could break at any time. Make sure to check from time to time that it has not broken; especially when changing lenses so you don't lose the spring or screw on the mirror stop itself. There are 3D printer schematics to remake it but the screw and spring are essential for the operation. And if it does break, the mirror has to be re-calibrated for proper focusing after replacing the mirror stop.
Oh that’s a good thing to think about. Got to check that!
9.30 GODDAMMIT DID JASON MAKE THE SHOT OR NOT?!!!!
Seriously my ocd needs to know.
Also the Mamiya 645 and 645 1000s
Have that oh so tasty duel shutter button!
For real, it’s the nicest feeling using your thumb to fire off the shutter with the waist level....almost as good as BBQ!!!
Hahaha
If Jason made the shot or not is up to you :)
Welcome to the mamiya 645 club Caleb, I have the 1000s, love it! I highly, highly recommend the 70mm f2.8 leaf shutter (amazing!!! may favorite compared to the 80mm (f2.8), 45mm, 150mm) and the 120mm f4 macro (amazing!!!). Still waiting for a good deal on a 110mm f2.8 and 35mm f3.5 and can only dream about the 80mm f1.9. Great video, looking forward to hearing more about your mamiya adventures!
Oh nice!!! Looks like you got a lot of Pokémon there!!!! Love it (does that reference work?) hahaha
@@BadFlashes Well, I may have a bad case of mamiya 645 GAS. Then there's the mamiya TLR, mamiya 35mm...I may have a problem...
Haha don’t worry I have super bad GAS lol
DOPE VIDEO AND SHOTS! SUBBED!! KEEP GETTING IT!💪🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾👊🏾
Oh ya ya!!!! I’m so happy you found your way here. 🥳
I owned 2, with 5 or 6 backs and 2 Polaroid backs way back in the early 00s. Only issues it would sometimes have is that the shutter would get stuck. Other than that, best medium format camera imo.
IT IS SOOOOO AWESOME! also that Polaroid back would be dope as fuck!
👍! It’s funny how you guys blew through the photos compared to your Large format trip😏
Write such a different experience. Like Jason says in his video right camera right place. I mean I’m kind of paraphrasing haha
Look into the 200mm f/2.8 APO as well! Such a great lens for this system
I just wish I shot with 200mm. I have one for my Pentax 67 and never pick it up.
I got my Mamiya 645 in 2021 and I am in love. I will shoot with it until there is no more film on this earth or until I die. Whichever comes first.
Right there with ya!
A great body - currently waiting for a Pro TL myself. The 80mm f1.9 is my (obvious) next purchase, but the 110mm f2.8 is a wonderful pure portrait lens -if you are up for this focal length.
I might just have to collect them all. Also find a long ( knowledge filled) post on this vid that just made me rethink the 1.9 😳
I love my M645 1000S -- great cameras!
Nice. The one I had was great
Whenever I read Mamiya my brain does it in a Super Mario voice. "My Mamiya"
Hardly relevant.
Good vibes from the video
I’m glad you like it!!!
The funny thing is when I do speech to text on my iPhone …. that’s what my phone thinks tooo
shooting that Mamiya 645 handheld like it's a leica 🔥
And it slaps hard!!!!😝
Oh MAN this video is so convenient for me rn. Ive been thinking about getting either a mamiya RB67 or 645 super/pro as my first medium format camera. I love that the RB67 is mechanical but it is apparently heavy and a nightmare to explore with. And the 645 super/pro is perfect for travel but after your nightmare with the Pentax 645 Im really scared of electrical cameras....
This definitely leans me to the 645 side tho!
Well I can’t tell you the Mamiya won’t ever breakdown but I definitely trust them more than I do the Pentax 645 cameras. The Mamiya 645 would definitely be a decent first MF camera.
@Bad Flashes Okay got it thanks for the tips!
It looked like a great place to shoot, I might have to visit on my next trip over to California. You mentioned the Bronica 645, but you forgot the Contax 645. Did you also know you can get a 645 back for your Mamiya RZ67. Look forward to the next instalment of Mamiya goodness.
So much Mamiya goodness!!!!
Unfortunately the RZ is not mine it’s just on a very long term loan so I didn’t really wanna invest in that system all that much. And let’s be real the contact 645 is out of everyone’s price range. Hahahah let’s not get peoples hopes up! Haha
awesome vid....more like YUMamiya....
Yea. That’s a better joke. Hahaha
Just got myself Mamiya 645 to go with my Nikon F3. Time to drive up the coast
Oh yeah. That’s a solid combo!
At 2:09 those loading sounds were oh so satisfying 😌
Oh haha nice! I’m glad 🙂
Nice Against Me! record in the back!
Haha bad ass!!! Glad you noticed 🤩
That one lonely stocking hanging above the fireplace is adorable, heartbreaking, and creepy all at the same time.
Oh my God! I know it really is all those things. I was wondering how many people were gonna comment on it you are the first
Small correction. You absolutely can get leafshutter lenses for the mamiya 645 system. Source: I’ve owned them.
Yeah, I definitely misspoke there for sure. :/
You should do a video on the 35mm back for the 645. Because noone on youtube seems to have done it. Although I think the interest in the 35mm back is slim since it takes sort of a cropped panoramic photo (I read something about 13x36mm).
Yeah for sure. I actually do you want to get that back. I actually wanna get several backs so I can do a lot of side-by-side comparison testing. So that’s the ultimate plan. A bit in the works haha
I feel like the mamamiya 645 is the Nikon F5 of medium format cameras. Analogue goodness with modern assistance.
Anyways that lexus looks dope.
Haha never shot with an f5 but I think I’d agreee haha
Please please get a bronica (etrsi/sqai) and have them both compared side by side with the mamiya! Id love to see a comparo vid between both systems.. I have the etrsi and its a joy to use as well. Prolly wont ever let go of it! Thanks for the vids man!
Want to lend me one 😂😂😂😂😂
I’ll never say never!
Glad you dig the video 😍😍😍
@@BadFlashes AHAHAHAHA I would for sure, if I could! Im from the Philippines tho huhuhu Ill let you know If I can visit there soonest! Hope you and Jason are having a great day! :) Stay safe my friend
Good thing the Philippines are on my list of places to travel!!!!! Honestly it’s like the next major place I want to go :)
I couldn’t decide for a while which 6x45 camera to go with and seriously considered the Mamiya 645, but ended up going with a Bronica RF645 because it’s very compact and I get 16 shots per roll. Maybe I’ll pick up a Mamiya 645 in the future. 🤣
Good choice toooooo
You two are braver than I am. I stay out of abandoned buildings for all the obvious reasons.
Noooo go in! You’ll love it! I mean, you know be safe while doing it too lol
At first I was like "aw would have been nice to see a Bronica camera review". A few seconds after, your collection of Mamiya cameras appeared on screen and all I can say is:
Understandable, have a nice day.
Haha Solid. Super clutch!!!!!
Bronica ETR and Mamiya M645, really different cameras. Using strobes or flash=Bronica. Less plastic=Bronica. Smallest size=Bronica. Lightest weight=Mamiya. Long lenses=Mamiya. Lens & accessory availability=Mamiya.
I've owned both, think Mamiya has brighter prism, at least in Pro version. Which is better ? Depends what your needs are.
I can see that. I’ve held a Bronica before and that why I almost went with one. Maybe someday I’ll shoot one for the giggles :)
Your some sort of voodoo mind reader as I have a browser full of open listings for a Mamiya 645, ill likely be opting for the 1000S just because i don't need the interchangeable film backs and current shoot with a Mamiya C3 so weight isn't a problem. Some fantastic images in there great video!
Aw thanks!! I’m glad I’ve really tapped into my mind reading abilities haha
If looking for a nice portrait length lens the 150mm f/3.5 N is excellent.
Man so many great suggestions. I though I was trying to sell everyone else on things. Now I’m getting all the lenses haha
Sorry it took me this long to realize I had not subscribed! ........I am now lol.
Oh my God how dare you 😆 🤣
I can’t be too mad now I guess haha
645 is such a nice middle ground format, also the Mamiya is a great platform to adapt lenses onto! That's why the RB/ZD67 sucks and the Pentax 67 rocks! :D
I love my Pentax 67!!!
@@BadFlashes don't see why anyone wouldn't :D
How are the optics on the 45mm 2.8 S? When stopped down are the corners sharp enough for your needs? I own the 55mm 2.8 and am very happy once stopped down to 5.6 the lens is perfect. I would be curious to hear your opinion on this lens, been thinking about going a little wider. I wish this system had more wide angle options.
I’ve been happy with it! Can’t complain:)
I remember a time before when film was losing prominence you could get one cheap now prices have gone back up. Oh well I got enough medium format cameras. 😀
Hahaha meee tooo take me back to 2013… I would do so many things different and the same haha
@@BadFlashes I almost sold my film cameras but couldn't give them away so I just put them away glad I did.
Haha nice! I’m glad too
Forget about the 80mm F1.9, you should try the mamiya A 150mm F2.8 lens.
Really???? Tell me more tell me more!!!!!
@@BadFlashes i suspect the “more” in this case is bokeh.
Allll the bokeh!!!!!!
By far Best 80mm is the f:4 macro.
Old metal 2.8 versions are weak at 2.8 and 4, newer 2.8N plastic version have better modified optics
would love an RZ. i also want a snickers..how did you two gentleman meet? Maybe another hotel Q&A is in store. ive come to really like tri-x recently.. also love the film video stuff. I would love a Mamiya..I have a Pentax 645 and you cant really do anything to it so. Id love a waist level viewfinder at moments. Adoption paperwork has been faxed. I think I saw some Ortho Plus...would like a video on a roll of that. I loved it in 35mm and been slacking on shooting any 120. What film have you been using in the super 8?
Tri-x so good!
I absolutely love the 16mm Jason shot and the 8mm I shot! It adds so much. The black and white was BwXX and the color was E100 and Jason shot 250(maybe not sure). I’ll be on the lookout for the paperwork. You might have seen ortho plus. Not sure if I’ll do a video about 120 or not … we shall see … glad you enjoyed :)
I wish we had locations like this in my area of Texas
Oh man. Tx has soo much dope shit. We are definitely going to do a trip there someday !!!
@@BadFlashes everything that I go by is on private property so it's a little hard in my area. I'd love to do a trip like y'all do one day, I just don't have the friends for it
I get that. First step. Get a fiend hooked on film like a drug. Second. Go for a trip. Long game. Lol
Nick Carver has one of these badboys, and Imve been desiring one ever since… that Mamiya glass…
Lol I get that. They are great!
Caleb!! Has no one told you that you don't have to take off the entire filmback to load both the Mamiya 645 and RZ67? Just the magazine. Tha filmback can stay on.
Haha I know. 😂
A Mamiya 645 1000S was my 2nd medium format camera and it was a great camera. I took some of my favorite photos with it. Congratulations and I hope it's as reliable for you as my 1000S was for me.
Aw thanks! It’s been good to me so far!
So what did you do with the Pentax, just wasn’t repairable?
Nope… the electronics were done for and there is no coming back from that.
would you reccomend the pro or the super?
I think they are about the same overall.
How is shooting vertical stuff with this camera?
I don’t find it a problem at all. So you can go nuts 🔩🥜
What are the odds! I just got a m645!
Oh yeah!!!!! Nice that’s great. Ahead of the curve 😆
@Bad Flashes Caleb, given your collection of cameras, I don't understand why you didn't just
get a 'blad with a 645 back.
However just trying different
cameras for fun, I get it. Have fun
accessorizing your new toy.
I mean yeah a Hassy would be sexy, no getting around that. But way back in The day I had one for about a year and a half. Lovely so so so lovely but it’s time for the Mamiya to reign :)
Yeah yeah hassy is yum 🤤
@@BadFlashes ok, I understand, been down that road. What back in the day ? High School? You're pretty young.
Haha. I just a few years ago before I even got my Pentax 67… it was the second medium format I had ever shot.
Great channel. I'm on a constant search for a reliable lab in LA. Do you have a favorite?
Aw thanks!
I usually use Samys camera. I have head hood things about 35mm pro though.
You’re like if Deadpool owned a Mamiya 😂
100% into that!!!! 😝
@@BadFlashes The Merc with a Mamiya!!!
I actually want to buy a Hasselblad 500CM but to be honest $1800+ is a lot of money for a hobby so... I think the Mamiya 645 is a great, way cheaper option.
It really is! I just shot an engagement session on mine and loved it !!!!!
neck strap optional?
They have lugs on the side but I usually don’t use straps for cameras like this.
Funny story: a have a similar camera, except for the light meter prism, that I won in a raffle right in my birthday 🤩 Well, I tell this story in my channel, but in Brazilian Portuguese so... Be my guest if you wanna try your Portuguese skills 🤣 nice video, man 👏👏👏
Hahah glad you like the video! Also that’s awesome you won the camera on your bday!!! That’s some good vibes right there.
Bronica!!!
hahah someday ill try it
@@BadFlashes If you do, try to find an ETR and the 135W back, it's my favorite budget hardware for 35mm panoramas. I just love the camera, it's super versatile!
Oh that’s what I totally wanted to do if I got that camera! Glad that’s what you suggest
That's a shame. I vastly prefer my Pentax 645N to my Mamiya 645 but then again my Pentax didn't unalive itself within the first months of owning it.
Haha fair. I know plenty of peeps he do love them. I’m glad yours is still kicking :)
Where is the Mamiya C330 in your Mamiya Family?
I know! I’ve just never been presented with the opportunity… I mean I have a yashica
Whats the super 8 camera model?
It’s a Bolex macro zoom 160 I believe
Heck yeah thanks, super 8 and it’s similar film options is my next venture although jason and yours large format videos really made a strong push to go in that direction also.
Follow your heart!!!! :)
Join the darkside and go for the Kiev 88, the hasselbladski never does any wrong
Haha never tried it. Maybe someday
DUDE, hOq dIs yOu FiNd ThAt CamErA eQuIpEnT.... on the fly?
Haha why the weird camel case????
Hey, you forgot to post the link for the film daddy adoption papers... dm me? Also would that make Baxter my film grand dad?
Haha oh DMAN, that’s right I’ll get on that 😝
We like tiny things cos we can control them. We don't like big things cos we can't control them. Like my
🤔😳🤪
Mnamamiya 69420
That’s such a different experience. Lol
nah fam
Aw fam
well you've done it again first i bought a Canon EOS1n after watching you video now ive bought a Mamiya 645 Pro TL with grip waist level finder AE finder Power grip and 2 lenses a 80mm and 45mm you are a bad influence
hahaha ... yeah I don't refute that
@@BadFlashes did you ever get round to buying the 80mm f1.9 lens im considering getting one along with the 35mm f3.5 and possibly the 50mm f4 shift
No, but I am borrowing an 80mm 2.8 … 80 is not my jam though
@@BadFlashes ive spent so many years shooting with a 50mm on 35mm film the 80 on the 645 just seems natural to me now
Did your BF accidentally bring his GF’s capris instead of his jorts
So confused by this statement lol 😆
@@BadFlashes 😝 Jason never replies so I have to make fun of him on here. He was wearing some High Water Pants (capris) in a clip. Jason is so cool. Sometimes after a few, okay, several Steele Reserves I’ll put of his videos on, squint my eyes, and pretend he’s Ryan Gosling from the latest Blade Runner movie.
This usually doesn’t end well tho, as we only have one computer in the house and it’s in the dining room, so sometimes my mom freaks out when she walks and catches me doing this. I just end up looking at her with my squinty eyes and start impersonating Jason. I have several of his videos memorized.
the clip of the 645n dying in your hands will never not be funny im so sorry
Haha no no… at this point it’s legend. Haha
That’s why I keep using it 🤣
Do you like ska?
I definitely did in high school!
@@BadFlashes fasho
A pink toilet on black and white film?! Shame on you.
Don’t worry you will see a color version soooon