Mamiya RB67 First Impressions. Do I regret it?

[@archerpiperii2690]

Back in the day we used to call that the "R-Beast". And while it is a big camera it is also a mechanical work of art. Congrats on the purchase! Phoenix, AZ

[@viewfindings]

I might have to start calling it the r-beast haha appreciate you watching!

[@alaskahomesteading]

I just brought my RB and my C220 out of retirement after 17 years.... I was shocked at film prices, but I guess it will help me be more selective in what I shoot.. Thanks for the video!!

[@viewfindings]

That's awesome. Happy photographing! What film stocks did you like using before your retirement?

[@DenysShabalin]

Stumbled upon your channel, and looking forward to following your photographic journey.

[@viewfindings]

Hii I’m glad you found me, I appreciate you watching

[@fepatton]

The RB is one of my all-time favorites! Been using them since my Dad first brought his home from work for me to try out (it was his studio camera), and now I have a couple of them. It demands a lot of discipline, but the results are worth it. Cheers!

[@comfortablyblind6853]

I feel the same about my Bronicas. I look at my S2A and I want to make photographs with it. To a slightly lesser extent, my ETR and SQ. I'd love to try out Bronica's 6x7 format but I don't have that kind of money. Great video.

[@viewfindings]

Isn't it such a great feeling! Seen a lot of videos on Bronicas but never used one. Thank you so much for watching

[@wardzrunes]

The way you speak is very enjoyable to listen. Great video all around!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you (:

[@decotaallen]

Thank you for sharing your perspective! It definitely pointed me in the right direction as far as a film camera I’d like to invest my money into!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you for watching, I hope you fall in love with whatever camera you go with!

[@Narsuitus]

Love my RB67 because it is smaller and lighter than my 4x5 inch large format camera.

[@viewfindings]

Perspective! haha I think once i get used to the weight i probably won't think about it as much

[@bitspacemusic]

Another fun medium format camera is the Great Wall DF. The original 90/3.5 lens with its swirly blur is amazing. It's a 6x6. The cons are that it only has the one lens. It was really rare 15-20 years ago, I don't know now. The film can be almost impossible to get into the mag. The images are what count though and they look very pleasing.

[@viewfindings]

Oh I've never heard of that one, gonna check it out! Thank you for sharing

[@owensteven_]

ayy you're the first new film/photo channel I've followed in a bit, excited to follow along :) that feeling of seeing the camera across the room and wanting to use it 🤌🏻love it enjoy !!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you! I’m happy you’re here! (:

[@12symmo]

I got my rb67 pro sd a year ago. I’ve only shot maybe 3 rolls with it, but I always love the process, and recently added a C220 to the collection. Keep shooting!

[@utomotjipto5294]

I love the sound of RB67 much more than the loud clack of Hasselblad. The RB67 if not so heavy would be lovely for lalndscape photoshoots.

[@viewfindings]

It’s such a good sound!

[@Charlie_8rown]

Your vibe is amazing, keep it going!

[@viewfindings]

I appreciate that!

[@georgiy2218]

Nice video with this amazing camera, I used 2 of them for commercial work like weddings from 1990 - 2005 with lenses from 50-360. I still have one - a SD from 1998 with 90 and 65 lenses and I will reactivate it a gain.

[@viewfindings]

360mm?! wow! I hope it's revival brings you so much joy! Thank you for sharing and watching

[@georgiy2218]

@@viewfindingsThanks for your answer! The 360 was an old Version without the "C" only Sekor , but the Quality was pretty good, I used it sometimes for portraits -modells on bikes or cars. But also for some aerial photography.

[@vampirotoothusmedia]

Really love this! Just found your channel, you have such energy and I loved the comment about wondering what other images have been made with your camera. I resonate with that a lot. I have an old 4x5 camera from the late 40's and it's always something that is front of mind when I am using it.

[@viewfindings]

ahh folks keep talking about large format, it's giving me the itch to try soon! Thank you so much for watching

[@Narsuitus]

I use 50/90/180mm lenses on my RB67 for shooting landscapes, portraits, architecture, and social events. I also use a 140mm macro lens and extension tubes for closeups, product shots, and macro.

[@viewfindings]

I might try the 180mm lens next when i can. Do you have a fave?

[@Narsuitus]

@@viewfindings Yes, the 180/90/50mm are my favorites. I actually have the following lenses for my RB67: 250mm (use for tight portraits) 180mm (use for head & shoulder portraits, weddings) 150mm soft focus (use for head & shoulder portraits) 140mm macro (use for macro, close-ups, still life, products) 90mm (use for general subjects, full-length portraits, 3/4 length portraits, weddings) 50mm (use for landscapes, panoramas, architecture, group portraits, weddings) 100-200mm zoom (use as backup lens)

[@keenan563]

I’m happy I found your channel! You’re inspiring me to start a channel. I also just bought this camera and wanted to speak about my experiences! Keep it up!

[@viewfindings]

Hi! Thank you for watching, that makes me happy to hear the channel is inspiring you to start one of your own. Do it!!! ✨

[@jimjimgl3]

Great to see Mamiya out and about. I began on film and shot jobs mostly with Mamiya RZ67 and Pentax67 and Sinar P2 (4x5). Even with travel jobs I'd carry these bodies around (and I traveled globally) and usually felt knocked out at the end of the week. These bodies are so cumbersome compared to lightweight digital gear today. But the process with shooting film demanded a different viewpoint and process and the favorites from back then really shine compared to what I get today with my digital setups. And these bodies were available from Mamiya till 2010...! You can probably buy a relatively cheap prism viewfinder if you think the waist level viewfinder is a barrier to getting the pics you want. But it does add more weight to the body. I still have my Mamiya RZ body and lenses and now I want to go out and shoot some film...!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I hope to get a viewfinder one of these days. I'd like to try out the Pentax67 since it's an SLR. I hope you enjoy being back out their shooting film- Happy photographing!

[@doctorstrobe]

Congrats. I have the RZ67. I usually mount it on a monopod. It's "Je ne sais quoi" and it means "I don't know what" as in "something that can't be described" in French.

[@alexiscuarezma]

I'd love to hear more about TSA giving issues! that kinda makes me mad lol I love MF cameras and considered the RB67 but thought it was too big for MF. With the size of it, I'd rather go up to 4x5. I decided for Hasselbald 503cw. It's smaller but still give a nice 6x6 negative. If I were to go for a 6x7 camera, I'd go with the Mamiya 7ii range finder. It's really portable and give a that huge negative.

[@viewfindings]

the mamiya 7 would be an absolute dream! Looking forward to trying large format someday

[@MouseOnFeet]

These photos! 💜 You’ve been taking some beauties already within these 2 months. I can’t wait to see more

[@viewfindings]

Thank you Mouse ❤‍🔥You gotta let me get this camera on you next time i see you!

[@weizhang6979]

I’m your 1000th subscriber! :) Congrats!

[@viewfindings]

Ahhh 🥳🥳🥳 thank you and welcome!

[@weizhang6979]

Keep on shooting! :)

[@jbmorrill]

Great video. It makes me want to take out my RB67 again. Always a good way to build fitness on hikes.

[@viewfindings]

Oh you might be on to something there, thatd be quite the workout!

[@mwiguels]

I love your take on this camera. I keep seeing it on Instagram, and have been considering grabbing one off of eBay. Thank you for sharing💟

[@viewfindings]

And thank you for watching

[@danodonnell9325]

So much joy in this video! You are fabulous!

[@viewfindings]

That means a lot! Thank you 🫶🏾

[@emburaman]

Beautiful shots!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you!

[@flyingo]

Nice! I love my RB67 Pro S (I think the same model as yours). Do yourself a big favor and try to pick up a variety of focal length lenses, and the two extension tubes if you like macro work. Also, a diagonal split center focusing screen from Rick Oleson (Bright Screen) will amaze you! They are well worth the hundred bucks. Happy filming!

[@viewfindings]

That focusing screen sounds amazing. I'll have to look into that. Also interested in macro work. Thank you for the tips.

[@airdailyx]

I had a RB67 for a couple years. but sold it. that sucker was just too heavy to carry around. I find the Rolleiflex 2.8e & Hasselblad 501c to be more my jam. very curious to hear your take after a couple of years with it.

[@viewfindings]

would love to get my hands on a rollei or the 501c someday 😍

[@airdailyx]

@@viewfindings the Rollei was a family hand me down. I got lucky. It belonged to Bighouse Gains. You can look him up. He’s in the basketball Hall of Fame.

[@mohammedcohen]

...I got hooked into 'medium format photography some time in the early 90s after I borrowed a friend's Yashicamat TLR...unfortunately, post 2002 stroke I was forced to sell the Mamiya...

[@viewfindings]

I’m sure the 90’s were a great time for film photography. I’ve always wanted to try the yashicamat. 124 g. I’m sorry to hear you had a stroke.

[@mohammedcohen]

@@viewfindings ...I 'got into' photography in the late 60s while I was in college...it quickly became a SERIOUS hobby...that lasted until the stroke (at the time I was considering getting a 4x5 view camera)...when I got to Germany in late 1971, I bought the then new Canon F-1 and it was my go-to camera for YEARS...until I discovered the T-90...then in 1989 I found the 6x7 format...

[@sammiesaxonphoto]

Glad I found your channel

[@viewfindings]

Glad you found it too!

[@paulhyde1834]

Yes, I'm a bit of a 'Mr. Mamiya'! C330f is my camera of choice, but I've always wanted an RB67!! Thank you... xxxx

[@viewfindings]

The c330 is gorgeous. Thank you for watching!

[@sammypierrecollections]

just got mine too can't wait to see the images

[@viewfindings]

that anticipation is one of the best parts! i hope you enjoy

[@sophietucker1255]

They are indeed wonderful cameras. Big and a little awkward at times but the images are just fantastic. The only thing I have a problem with and it is my problem not the camera and that is I forget to check the bellows extension and add that to the exposure. That does lead to some underexposure and color print film hates to be underexposed.

[@viewfindings]

Yes the image is unmatched and I’m making a note to look into “bellows extension”

[@wei2shoot79]

People needs to know that with these older cameras, the individual experience may vary, especially with these camera with modular design. This camera with a different focusing screen or film back or finder can make a huge difference in terms of use.

[@viewfindings]

Good point!

[@GK-vj9dz]

congrats on getting your rb. they are monsters, but glorious beasts. have fun with it. just don't do what i did once...i loaded a lens on the body when it wasn't cocked. it jammed it! make sure to download the manual, if yours didn't come with one. there are a lot of (forgettable) steps that can ruin your day. lol and you'll won't fully be a member of the rb club once you take a shot without removing the darkslide. :)

[@viewfindings]

so many steps!

[@boredgrass]

fair winds and following seas on your journey!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you kindly (:

[@Milan-cf1xe]

What is the name of the lamp on the left side behind you? It gives the video such a nice look!

[@viewfindings]

Don’t remember the brand but it’s a random sphere light I found online.

[@TVRomulo]

What a cozy video!

[@viewfindings]

Such a warm compliment, thank you for watching!

[@Cameraman_Mancil]

absolutly amazing video thank yiou for the !!!!

[@viewfindings]

Thank you for watching!

[@daveg5857]

I think it's lovely for portraiture. The lenses don't have enough contrast for my purposes. I'd go Bronica, or Hasselblad if I had the money.

[@MaximillianandRubyGrace]

I’m a film lover.. I do shoot digital but it always leaves me feeling meh.. I’ve been thinking of buying one of these

[@viewfindings]

it's a pretty cool system!

[@AllardSocks]

Best of luck with this cam... I'm a bit jealous (in a very good way) 😉

[@viewfindings]

lol thank you!

[@JeremyPayne]

So sick, I'm thinking of purchasing this camera, just got a Mamiya C22. watching from Australia.

[@viewfindings]

Thank you for watching!

[@tengkubingit4422]

You should consider using many accessories 3D print or official. I take a Panoramic 3D print with the prism attachments on a recent trip and it's real clean and an experience to use it. Got many eyes but what do you expect from a studio camera lol. P.s get a tripod. You going to break your back. A friend of mine did 💀

[@viewfindings]

I know v little about 3D printing but that sounds so cool. Hope your friend is ok!

[@kurencee]

Love this video! Subbed.

[@viewfindings]

Welcome! And likewise, looking forward to seeing the progress of your DIY speed booster

[@trippwilsonphoto]

Great video, just subbed

[@viewfindings]

Ayeee thank you for watching!

[@kozapytapl]

>memeiya is big me: casually goes on a photowalk with fuji gx680 and 50mm on a neck strap.

[@viewfindings]

😂 right I’ll probably complain a little but that won’t stop me from taking it out

[@Francois_L_7933]

Don't worry about the "Je Ne Sais Quoi"... the pronunciation was quite fine for a native French speaker 😊

[@visualismeditate]

welldone

[@LBCRPhotography]

that's an instant follow.

[@viewfindings]

i appreciate that, thank you for watching!

[@fngsrck]

Love these insights on the camera and your shots are already so beautiful. Looking forward to see what you're doing on it months from now. I found your video because I'm a currently a n645 user and I've been looking at the RB67 as a way to add more levers into my camera workflow.

[@viewfindings]

Thank you so much for watching and for the compliment. What camera is the n645?

[@fngsrck]

@@viewfindings Sorry, that was a typo 😅 I meant m645.