Mamiya RB67 Pro SD - Long Term Review

[@WillemVerb]

A legend has returned

[@jonathanbell-etkin4511]

Now we just need Mike Janik to come back

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, dude. It's been a while. :)

[@DrTopf]

can't believe what I'm seeing

[@mattdayphoto]

Made my evening to see this pop up in my subscription feed. Your videos have been missed, my man.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, man! Looking forward to getting caught back up with things.

[@mattjamesbenson]

Lately, it's felt like KZbinrs assume people will watch anything film-related, and consequently camera reviews have gotten pretty boring. So hats off to you for finding that perfect balance between entertaining, informational and engaging. Really great review! Glad you're back.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank you, Matt. Really appreciate that.

[@Being_Joe]

Click on a couple film related KZbin videos and YT will feed you anything with the proper tags and people that can market. Unfortunately a lot of great information gets buried out there.

[@patrickhargrove9289]

For anyone shooting handheld without the optional hand grip and eye level viewfinder, it helps a lot to use a camera strap. If you look in the camera manual there's a unique explanation of how to actually wrap (yes, wrap) your camera strap around your left wrist. It brings the waist level viewfinder all the way up to your eye and greatly stabilizes the camera.

[@timo3798]

Thank you very much! I just got a strap and it already increased handling the camera for me. Since I'm someone who always wraps the strap around his hand and wants to have the camera ready so this will definitely be nice!

[@AugustDoP]

You may have saved my bad wrists

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Two things: 1) Do you like the couch? Been looking at that one... 2) I’m not a photographer, but I love your videos. They look amazing and I appreciate your hard work on them!!! Lighting is gold 👍

[@KyleMcDougall]

1: Love the couch. Highly recommended. 2: Thank you! Means a lot. Have always enjoyed your work on here!

[@CertainExposures]

@DSLR video shooter I see you are a man of culture as well. Film photography is a small niche so sometimes I wonder if it’s better for someone like Kyle to _also_ talk about his video projects like “You will survive doomsday”/his opinions on cinema gear. Maybe you could interview him ;-)

[@dslrvideoshooter]

@@KyleMcDougall Thank you! You're videos always look so darn good!

[@raycoyleiv]

what’s the couch?

[@Hmmmook]

Good lord boy this video is dripping quality all over the place.

[@williamclintonogbebor387]

To be honest the RZ has been my dream camera for a while but you absolutely sold me on the RB, I bought it and I have been using it for about a 2 weeks now and I love it. I have never bought a camera because of review before, thank you Kyle you really sold me on this one. 🙏🏿

[@KyleMcDougall]

Cheers, William. Glad you found the vid helpful!

[@andysandner3383]

I just got one. It is heavy, but still ok to handle it. I love that it is full mechanical, no batteries needed. And ist is easy to switch between the setting allowing multiple exposures or avoiding (accidental) them. Can't wait to see how my first roll of Film turned out.

[@ScottymanPhoto]

When it comes to reviewing cameras, you have to be the best I’ve ever seen! You have a gift, so keep up the reviews. Thanks a lot!

[@mattosj.berger2081]

Man, I love the way you lit the room with that additional lamp behind you and the colors are just perfect. The location at 1:20 is just mindblowing!! Love your content.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, Mattos!

[@dominey]

The prism viewfinder makes all the difference in the world. It's bulky and adds more weight to an already heavy camera, but viewing subjects naturally instead of backward is a huge improvement.

[@aristoioannidis7490]

Thanks for your review. I entered medium format about 12 months ago with the RB67 Pro SD. I added a few accessories included a Sekonic light meter which made the whole experience much more rewarding. My family and I are heading to NZ soon together with my RB67 and loaded with an array of 120 film. Appreciate your hard work. Great stuff.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed.

[@TankDude]

Just got my RB67 Pro S, and your videos made choose this model. Your videos about the RB67 are amazing!

[@TheBigNegative-PhotoChannel]

YES. Thank you Kyle for this new video. 🤗

[@Aaron_Smith_OM]

I got the Mamiya RB67 Pro SD after many people told me not to, I did. And I love it. I have the 90mm f/3.8 and 180mm f/4 Sekor C lenses and I mostly shoot with Ektar 100 and Portra 400 and I gotta say, I'm glad I didn't listen to those folks. It's changing my whole workflow. Making me more present with my work, more intentional and patient. Super great camera. Thanks for posting and sharing your thoughts.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Not sure why people would tell you not to get it! It's a great camera.

[@benjaminbreslin8415]

Just picked one up for my first medium format, crazy excited

[@KyleMcDougall]

Enjoy!

[@Gregorio416]

I can't believe I haven't found your channel before! Looks like I have a lot of new videos to binge watch

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank u!

[@erijqudus6654]

I am very, very luck to own this camera in mint condition with 6 lenses and the original prism finder. It is a beauty, all solid metal, no cheap plastic, it just looks and feels GREAT. As for the weight is concerned, make a note, if you are a wimp with weak arms then stay away from it. My collection of this camera, the lenses, the prism finder and 5 film backs are a rare find & someday it will be worth ...., that does not matter, this camera is the one which will accompany me with my Nikon F2A all the way till. I walk into the sunset, I am 76

[@edinburghtumuran916]

Wonderful review bro. I just got my RB67 and at first glance, I knew it was the one I like for medium format! Thanks!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@miguelbmelo]

Glad to see you back making videos and a good one at that!

[@myahya1987]

Been waiting for this review for a looooooong time!!!! Really glad you decided to keep the RB!!!! This has now gotten me convinced to get my RB out of the shelves and go out to shoot with again!!!! As always, fantastic review

[@lopescorte104]

So happy to see an upload from you! my favorite analog channel

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank you!

[@metascroted]

worth every bit of the wait. welcome back dude.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks!

[@jimwlouavl]

I used Mamiya 645s back in the day and always wanted one of these. I like the deliberate process that comes with a big, heavy camera and may get one. I had a 5x7 view camera too but don’t think I want to lug one that cumbersome around again.

[@iandickerman365]

I have been waiting for your return for some time now! Excellent video!

[@atxrich]

Happy to see another vid! I’ve owned the RZ67 for a little over a year and echo all of your sentiments. I’d prefer the Pentax but the Mamiya is a much lower entry to anyone wanting to try out 6x7 format.

[@joeymccallion]

Been going through your videos for the last hour. Really good quality and a really good perspective. Definitely subscribing

[@millerviz]

I have an RB with the accessories you describe. I use a neck strap and shoot waist level almost all the time. The viewfinder is gorgeous and the bellows focusing lets me get as close as a foot from my subject. It's my most versatile and most used medium format camera. I found the grip and prism finder to be just too heavy. The prism finder feels like it's made of cast iron!

[@ShadowofSun2012]

Enjoyed that honest down to Earth kind of talk. Thank you a lot. I might get one someday soon. 🙏

[@MWigforss]

Yay! Good to see you again! When I bought my Hasselblad I made the exact same “upgrade” like you: prism finder and grip. Hugely more comfortable and “fast”

[@nicktalan]

Production value off the charts, happy to see another video!

[@ddaly20111993]

So happy to have a new video by you!

[@m.ellingson1421]

Good to see you back!! Great follow up vid to your first RB review. Thanks, and keep them coming. Us RB shooters love to see others use the beast.

[@austintexas29]

Nice to have you back man! Brilliant work you’re getting out of the Mamiya 👌🏼

[@LukeWalters]

Super awesome to see you're back !

[@LaT1NaS0]

You were missed, welcome back.

[@sweetleaf5]

Please, post more often. High quality stuff.

[@mattl347]

Absolutely fantastic to see you post something new. You've been missed. Great review of a great camera :-)

[@travelingtriathlete446]

I wanted to get into medium format specifically for the waist level viewfinder, but I went with the RB67 because of the rotating back, the option to switch backs and even use a 6x4.5 back, and the lack of electronics meaning I don't need to keep a spare battery to use the camera

[@paultaylorphotography9499]

Another awesome video Kyle cheers. Way back pre-digi days I wanted the RB for my wedding work, but the price stopped me, I settled for the much smaller Bronica ETRSi which I never once regretted that 645 camera has served me well right up to last month when a rouge wave fried the thing gutted....yep totally. On the plus side a work mate was about to toss her old RB67 Pro S kit in the bin, and asked if I wanted to use it and record the experience on my channel, I screamed hell yeah...then told her how much these beasts are on ebay......not sure she's overly keen to dump it now....

[@LilioCamere]

So nice to have you back!

[@ryantaylor5297]

I just got one of these myself, with a 127mm 3.8. It’s definitely much bigger than I expected but I don’t find it to be as heavy as I expected. 77mm thread seems to be easy to buy for too.

[@jonlouis2582]

Your videos and photos are really top drawer. I'm a Rollei TLR guy for many years, but always respected Mamiya a lot, my Uncle made a really nice living with a pair of them. The people I knew that used Pentax 67's always had to have 4 or 5 bodies because they were often malfunctioning and some were always in the shop for expensive repairs, and you need at least two so you could shoot with one while your assistant loaded the other. With RB you could just pre-load backs.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank you!

[@ciaranpringle9082]

Great to see you back in the movies, Kyle. You nailed it about the RB67 - it's big and heavy and cheap and brilliant. How about a video on your work? Your Instagram feed is jammed with fantastic pictures. It would be really interesting to get an insight into your working methods and thought processes. Keep 'em coming.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, Ciaran. Definitely have a video like that planned for the future.

[@paulzhang6968]

Love from China, so great to have you back! Definitely love your videos and I’ve been waiting for a long time 🤩

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank u!

[@tobyjones1340]

Absolutely love my RB67, great review!

[@Doellimann]

I’m using an RB67 for many years now and love it but it comes at an cost... this thing is build like a tank but it’s weight reflects this. I’ve taken this behemoth to South Africa on an photo-safari and yeah it worked but an RB with two lenses, two backs, an exposure meter and an 2x Tele converter is a Ton of equipment if you fly commercially! (I’ve also brought my Minolta x700 with its gear along so screw weight limitations anyway) The pictures this thing takes are awesome and it’s fun to use but working in landscape photography it’s a huge pain in the ass to carry all of this gear to the location. And one thing to consider: the Morris in this thing is huge and very heavy (it’s weights more than some compact cameras itself). If you’re shooting with long focal lengths from an tripod, make sure this thing is solid like a rock! And get at least one additional back for this baby, it just changes everything to switch between films as you like! To sum it up; this thing is just to big to be practical but on the other side it’s super fun to work with... I’ve once set up my gear on the top of a hill, just ready to shoot and a snowstorm started right before I was ready. The only options were to pack it all up or stay there hoping the weather gets better... I’ve stayed, got an incredible shot and the experience of this moment up there.

[@abelgreeve3641]

So happy that this video showed up!!!!!!

[@calumstewart3009]

Kyle - your vids are so so, so so so so good. keep up the good work. and keep shooting.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, Calum!

[@rafyta7]

Dude, I missed your videos, thank you for making a new one!

[@JoesapTV]

You’re back! Today couldn’t go any better 😁

[@tompoynton]

Welcome back Kyle, I’ve been using an RB67 on loan since Christmas (with the C 65/4.5) and I fell in love with it immediately to the extent that its size issues just aren’t, well, an issue! Something like a Pentax 67 is so far out of my budget with the tiny salary I earn that the RB does everything I could possibly want in for medium format photography. Look forward to more videos!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Awesome! Glad you're enjoying the RB, Tom.

[@madsmeierjger9558]

"That thing is HUGE!", says my Hasselblad. Excellent video ;-)

[@Dan-jg7zl]

I like hand holding it. I bought the left hand grip and a strap and it makes shooting handheld pretty easy. I shoot on the streets with it using the 180/4.5 K/L. It's a big setup but it's so worth it when you see the final images from a 6x7. The detail is insane. In terms of Sekor C and K/L lenses I don't see any optical difference, none that are obvious to me. I older Sekor C I have read are made better, more metal parts. The newer K/L lenses have newer glass coatings, but have read are made from more plastic parts. Both feel great lenses to use.

[@dong9570]

Kyle~~~yeah!!! You are back!!!

[@PasqualeEttorre]

i was just thinking where have you been all this time :) i remember that video, one of the first i've seen before starting to shoot with the Mamiya RZ67ii. Welcome back!

[@BillyHopscotch]

So glad to see a new video!

[@ianr4519]

Been wanting to get into MF and Seen your initial impressions of the RB67 a couple of weeks ago and fell in love. You have no idea how excited I was when this video popped up and to hear your thoughts on it. I’ll be buying one soon.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Ezpzfilm]

So inspiring! Thanks for sharing Kyle.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks Daniel!

[@qxw2535]

that was a really nice room you set up for the camera review, love the color & contrast

[@albertosanchez2775]

Gracias amigo 🙏 now I know which camera I am going to buy..

[@youpeach52]

Oh I want one so bad, I'm watching one on eBay and this has pushed me so far that I might make an offer on it!

[@youpeach52]

Update, I did it I got one of these beauties

[@funkehlady1]

Missed your videos ! Killer scenes as always. love your urbex.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Good to see you back, dude!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, man.

[@Shingie]

And, he returns!

[@SammySantiagoIrizarry]

Wow! Excellent video Kyle!!! This is the best review on the RB67. Thanks for letting us know about the difference between Pro S and the Pro SD body. I own two "Pro S" bodies. Going to get the Pro SD body and backs, that way I do not have to worry about seals.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, Sammy! Glad you enjoyed!

[@Todd_Kuhns]

I used both systems in the film days, I think one huge difference in the two systems you're talking about is that the Mamiya has a leaf shutter where the Pentax does not. However, with the type of work you are showing I would think that doesn't matter so the portability of the Pentax I would have thought would win out. Most photographers that I knew who shot with the Mamiya were studio shooters or definitely not handheld shooters. Thanks for the video.

[@joshmcdzz6925]

exactly what I was about to say. Young youtubers jump into trending things and don't understand the fundamentals.. He definitely would get by with the pentax or even a 35mm based on his shooting style...

[@tonywhitmarsh]

Love to see you back man, really missed your content!

[@CalumetVideo]

I have been thinking about the RB67 system. The pro’s are that it is fully mechanical, has a RB and and great selection of glass. The con is the weight. I have and used the Bronica SQ series, they are nice but the pro’s are the weight is less. The cons are: it’s a square 6x6 that will usually get cropped to 645 for landscape aspect ratio and it uses a battery and electronics that are prone to failure. I asked the repair person at the local camera store which do you repair, he said they can repair Mamiya’s and cannot repair Bronica.

[@2071photo]

you're back! great timing too i'm gonna look at one of these to possibly purchase today ^_^

[@StuartHerrington]

Great to see a new video 🙌

[@urfriendlukas]

A fantastic return!

[@Nat.ImagesLarge.F.Photographer]

Stunning review and I love this magnificent camera !!!!!!!!!!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks! It's a great one. :)

[@pandaenthusiast01]

Happy to see you back at at! I have the KL 127 on my RB kit and love it. Interestingly, holding the big RB box always felt comfortable in my hands and I only use a grip when shooting with a flash. Once you mount a flash then things get real big and out of control!

[@eeeeeeeeeeeeeee29]

Best film camera reviewer ever

[@zguy95135]

This mad lad, swapping a 67ii for an RB67. Next step will be going up a GX680 which dwarfs the Mamiya

[@brintbenson9294]

Great intro song choice. Subscribed based on that. Thanks for this review, it definitely helped with my purchasing decision.

[@andyvan5692]

Kyle, one point about the size of the finder, this is a necissary evil, as to get the eyepiece far enough away from the magasine, so it doesn't smash your nose as you put your eye up to the viewfinder, also as this has a rotating back, the corners have to pass the finder's bottom, without scratching either part, as this is essential to changing orientation portrait to landscape and visa versa.

[@zach_deloach]

absolutely love your channel, just came across it today, so calming and put together nicely, also love your color grading!. I'm in the process of buying my mamiya pieces one by one. Def sold on this model.

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks, Zach. Glad you're enjoying it! Have fun with the Mamiya.

[@ivoboehme]

good to see a new contribution from you. Older Pentax 67 can me made more ergonomic with a right hand grip (not the usual left hand one). If you say the RB67 is awkward to use with the wait level finder, I see you going back to the Pentax at some point ;) I would say the points for the Mamiya are waist level portrait orientation, flash sync speed (leaf shutter) and changing film backs. I still use the Pentax :)

[@Narsuitus]

I have used these medium format cameras for weddings, landscapes, architecture, portraits, and still lifes: Fuji GW670 III 6x7cm rangefinder with fixed 90mm f/3.5 lens normal lens Fuji GSW690 III 6x9cm rangefinder with fixed 65mm f/5.6 wide angle lens Mamiya C220 6x6cm TLR with 80mm f/2.8 normal lens, 180mm f/4.5 telephoto lens, and 65mm f/3.5 wide angle lens Mamiya RB67 6x7cm SLR with 90mm f/3.8 normal lens, 50mm f/4.5 wide angle lens, 140mm f/4.5 macro lens, 150mm f/4 soft focus portrait lens, 180mm f/4.5 telephoto lens, and 250mm f/4.5 telephoto lens I have never used the Pentax 6x7 but I understand your decision to use the RB67 as your only 6x7 film camera.

[@LO2L68]

I got the metered waist level 'chimney' finder. It's a nice compromise, so much lighter and cheaper than the prisms, it's great for hand held in the field

[@timcornish7682]

Lovely video as always Kyle!!

[@Zetaphotography]

Great review. Long waited for this.

[@baysidekicksass]

Welcome back Kyle!

[@MarceloCN]

You're back!

[@Raychristofer]

Great review my man good to see you back on the grid. Dude the size of that thing with all the accessories attached you might as well go ahead and shoot on IMAX film LOL

[@davidpostma9862]

I had an rb67, and a Pentax 67. I sold both. The Pentax 6x7 viewfinder was too dark. While the RB67 was so heavy, I missed it once it was gone. I bought another rb today. I’m delighted to see it in my climate controlled cabinet once again. I’ve done some beautiful landscapes with this model in time past.

[@JimmyFerminFilms]

Good to have you back, but definitely sold mine off. Wasn't really feeling the weight so much

[@tazchars8857]

excellent videos love the shots,hello from Greece

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thank you.

[@tazchars8857]

@@KyleMcDougallno, thank you for your beautiful work and the knowledge you provide thru ur work.

[@Ianccano_]

He’s back! 🙌🏻

[@TigerPantherRobot]

YES, 10/10 review, this is art.

[@mohammedcohen]

I had one back in the mid 80s until after my stroke in 2002...had a seikonis incidence meter and a Gossen digital spot meter...

[@jeremoe1]

Awesome camera. I have the RZ67 Pro 11, which is similar, and I love it. Kind of wish I had the RB67 because it doesn't require a battery, but I keep a spare in my bag, just in case. Love the video!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@Monuments_to_Good_Intentions]

I just picked up this camera and a bunch of lenses and accessories from my Dads estate. Not sure I will ever use it. Thinking about selling it. So many cameras that will just sit on a shelf

[@Nat.ImagesLarge.F.Photographer]

Stunning camera and video,please Kyle, is possible to mount in the mamiya rb 67 pro s the Mamiya RB67 SD Power Drive Film Holder-II ,thank you very much!

[@TheSonOfMuluh]

So there is a God.

[@jogrev]

Come on!!!

[@Kinzlr]

I have had a Pro SD kit for about 15 years now. Had both “C” and K/L lenses. I would only recommend K/L lenses because the fact that they will be newer and probably have seen less use. I have 90mm “C” lens with a sticky shutter. The price of a good CLA to fix that, is much more than what these lenses are worth. I think I am gonna try to service it myself at home.

[@Kinzlr]

k kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ61oaieqZ1mm68 This video helped me taking the lens apart. I think slow shutter speeds are still not accurate but a simple cleaning helped with the sticky(delayed) shutter issue that I was having.

[@behindeachfilmgrain]

That trigger grip is way better looking than the one I have for my Mamiya RB67 Pro S! This is a camera I find myself shooting with more than I do my Hasselblad 501c! Crazy right? Hahaha! Great review as per usual Kyle! Great work!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed!

[@ewbeyer1104]

I have a Mamiya 645 with the left hand grip, and much prefer the prism finder for the 645 as the waist finder is really difficult for me to compose and focus properly. I run an 80mm and a 150mm lens with a lens hood. I am just starting to experiment with a polarizing filter for color, and looking to get an orange filter for BNW photography. The 67 is a little bigger for sure, but the 645 is still a monster and frankly, I love it! A sexy beast! Love the video!

[@KyleMcDougall]

Thanks Erik. The 645 is a great camera. Enjoy!