Mamiya RB67 - Pushing film & Overview

[@Narsuitus]

One thing I like about the lenses of the RB67 is that most, if not all of them, are 77mm filter thread.

[@graham_white]

I realized that just the other week cause it matches my Fuji lens. And I’m excited about that now

[@Narsuitus]

@@graham_white The only Fuji lens I have with 77mm filter thread is the Fujinon 16-55mm f/2.8 WR. Which lens do you have?

[@ernstjan91]

Although I never used the RB67 I am sure it is not a overrated camera. I own a M645 and a C330 and Mamiya are simply great. I hope to expand the family with a RB67 one day

[@graham_white]

Agree. I guess I more so mean with the ever rising price point. Definitely a awesome camera but where does it become not worth the price ya know? I don’t think it’s there yet but with everyone talking about them I think it’s headed that direction. You have quite the line up. I really like my c330 and am looking at the m645 as well as the Pentax.

[@ernstjan91]

@@graham_white when servicing is really hardly impossible and the price is near the original price, than it's too expensive I think. Servicing isn't a problem yet, I think it won't become since it's fully mechanical. For example the Mamiya 7 is more hyped, since it has a lot more electronics

[@graham_white]

ernstjan91 very good point. And yes I wish more people worked on electrical models and it was more affordable to have those done. I think that’s part of the reason I Lean towards all mechanical.

[@chronicfish]

8:12 ..You opened up a black hole! I had to pause this video and ended up binge watching Russian slap competition compilations (say that one fast, three times) ..

[@graham_white]

Lolol. Isn’t it intense?

[@uniqueqorn]

but how did you push the film? did you "push" it on your light meter and shot with whatever setting it gives? or did you just play around with the shutter speed or aperture since RB doesn't have ISO setting built-in.. great video as always, btw!

[@graham_white]

Thanks! I use an external meter. So if I have a 400 speed film I tell my meter it’s actually 1600, then translate those settings onto whatever camera I am using. Then push it 2 stops in development. Same concept if your using an in camera light meter. Alternatively you could overexpose everything 2 stops but doesn’t give you the same exact look. Plus I would have had to tripod everything.

[@uniqueqorn]

@@graham_white ah thank you for the explanation! that makes much more sense now😄

[@graham_white]

Glad it helped!

[@uniqueqorn]

@@graham_white I'm back with another question, if you don't mind.. does that method also work for shooting expired film? we know that we have to overexpose the film by 1 stop for every 10 years. So if I set my meter from 400 to 200 which is 1 stop overexpose, do I still have to pull/push the film in development? or just develop as normal? Thank you!

[@nelsonm.5044]

When I bought my medium format camera a few months ago I looked at the Rb and Rz and their price had started going up and it was not a very practical camera for me, too heavy, too bulky. I shoot landscape so I have to haul my equipment for sometime long hike. I went for the Bronica Etr instead with 2 backs, cheaper, lighter and much more practical Today so many KZbinrs used the Rz and Rb there is definitly a hype factor in the price.

[@graham_white]

Very true. But that’s kinda the case with any popular film camera is hype. Granted some of that hype was created by the quality of the camera but still that doesn’t by any means it’s the best or I only player In the game. Good call on the etr. I just picked one up and I’m looking forward to trying it out. Although the negative size is significantly smaller than the RB

[@ML-lc5ss]

Cool camera. I have one. Results are great, a specially with studio lighting. The process of taking shots is something unusual and I like it:)

[@graham_white]

M L ya results are awesome. Really want to try with a legit studio lighting setup to see how that works, I believe you. Very unusual but yeah it can be fun at times and other times a bit annoying for me at least. Thanks for the input!

[@GavinLyonsCreates]

Slap that the shutter! Wham! The RB is a mammoth cam but a classic too. The video is great, do like lighting youve done. I'm think of getting a Bronica Etrs with some lens as theyre not too costly, what do you think?

[@graham_white]

Gavin Lyons I’ve been looking at those also. Slightly smaller I think than the rb but not quite the Hasselblad. Of course much cheaper and they are great cameras. Course I think you lose the rotating film back once you leave the RB. 😕 still researching.

[@tanow100]

What is the thing that you put on top of the camera? The grey part that looks like a grip of sth

[@graham_white]

It’s part of an old school flash holder that was screwed into the handle and I just hadn’t got around to removing it yet. Quite peculiar for sure

[@KodakBoy]

Looks like you have more cameras than I do lol I’m glad to know I’m not the only one with an unlawful amount of cameras

[@graham_white]

There is a reason I refuse to do a video like yours.... it would be longer

[@spyratekodaks7494]

Man, are you the film camera bank? How many cameras do you have? Over 30?

[@graham_white]

spyrate kondax haha. Sure... it’s only 30... give or take 70 or so.

[@ZainRiza]

damn, i was lusting over the RB for a while. Glad I'm not anymore. I know cameras have quirks but damn haha

[@graham_white]

Zain Riza haha, it’s quite a process and can get weird if you don’t do it properly. Still an amazing camera. Just huge and not as quick as some other options in this field.

[@graham_white]

What do you think, are the RB and RZ a bit overhyped?

[@Stryker_Official]

Nah. I really want to get into shooting film, but the whole pandemic has halted that. jschulerphotography.com

[@Buzzregog]

I've been trolling ebay for a decent price on RB gear. I'm also building a Goodman Labs printable body for the RB back and lens for kicks.

[@graham_white]

Dave Edens really like what Goodman is doing. Yeah prices are going up on the rb since rz is also going up. Getting harder to find and at a good price.

[@graham_white]

Jacob Schuler ya it’s hurting everyone in the photography/videography scene. So I’m assuming will be much worse for hobby film. Thanks!

[@Deckardrick007]

The most viewed photograph in human history was shot on a RZ67. Analog over digital any day.

[@joseph_perk]

liked for the slapping content

[@graham_white]

Haha. Thanks

[@joseph_perk]

@@graham_white excited to get my pro SD with a 65mm lens soon! I appreciate the content

[@graham_white]

@@joseph_perk that's a nice setup. thanks!

[@allanpaulchan3769]

My dream cam :( huhuhuhu

[@graham_white]

It’s a good one for sure

[@allanpaulchan3769]

Graham White i know :( but thanks to your video another kudos for it good job you always give hope for us 🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟