CAMERA REVIEW: Mamiya C330 || "The Rolleiflex Alternative"

Curious about the Mamiya C330? In this video, I dive into my hands-on experience with this legendary twin-lens reflex (TLR) camera. From its unique interchangeable lenses and bellows focusing to its professional-grade build, I'll walk you through everything you need to know-plus, a few hits and misses from my own photo sessions. If you're a fan of medium format photography or looking to explore the world of TLRs, this review covers it all.
00:38 A Brief History
01:23 What Is A TLR?
01:53 Key Specifications
02:58 Lens System
03:58 Parallax
05:03 Using the Camera
06:38 Accessories
07:18 The Photos
08:13 Pros & Cons
12:43 Wrapping it Up
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[@edwardnixon1782]

This is a great overview and tutorial. I owned a C220 many years ago but stupidly traded for a 35mm upgrade. I think your usability reservations point to the fact that this camera is likely for a different kind of shooting than walk about. I see it as a "mini 4x5" in terms of its workflow: scouting sites, weather watch, tripod (often) and taking time to frame, measure, etc. The tangible difference in the negative size is the pay-off. I scan rather than print so it's nice to have more space for more pixels. Helpful vid. Thanks.

[@flyingo]

I have had the C330’s little brother- a C220 for many years and love it. The only difference between them, I believe, is the single wind of the C330 both advancing the film and cocking the shutter. Those are two separate steps on my C220.

[@photomitch]

You got a good camera, I used it in the Navy for official photos back in the 70s. But the one problem you’ll have to deal with it is the winding mechanism might go out on you. So you have to watch that. The other advantage of this camera over the rolaflex is a fact who has interchangeable lenses. You might you might love this camera.

[@spiritwalker6153]

I personally like the Mamiya C330. I have owned mine for a number if years now. I have the 105 mm lens and do not have the vignetting issues you speak of.