Neoprene case for Mamiya 6?

[brendt]

I've found the Zing range of neoprene cases to be very useful for my 35mm SLRs, and would like to find an equivalent product for my Mamiya 6. I've found some claims that the Zing "Pro SLR Cover" fits the Mamiya 6, but without too much detail on how well it fits. Another alternative is the custom made, but more expensive, neoprene cases which I noticed for sale on ebay (but which are not currently listed there, and the items have expired from my watch list, so I can no longer locate the seller id).

Can anyone comment on how well the Zing Pro SLR Cover fits the Mamiya 6? Has anyone compared that with the custom cases on ebay? Any idea how to contact the seller/manufacturer of the custom cases?

Brendt

 

[Finder]

I would imagine it is going to make changing film a pain - the spool pins need to be released at the bottom of the camera. I have been using my 6s without a case since 1993 and I have no problems. They have been to Tibet, the Japanese Alps, and on 900 mile hikes. Why do you need a camera case?

 

[ChrisPlatt]

Why do you need a camera case?

It's odd how "anti-case" some folks are. I often like to go out with just one camera with lens.
Between shots a camera case provides a degree of protection from bumps and bad weather.

Chris

 

[Finder]

It's odd how "anti-case" some folks are. I often like to go out with just one camera with lens.
Between shots a camera case provides a degree of protection from bumps and bad weather.

Chris

Odd, I don't see how I am "anti-case"? I simply stated a case may not be practical for this model camera. I only asked why a case was needed so I could offer a solution; a fitted camera case is not the only option.

 

[ChrisPlatt]

I'd be interested to know what pouch best fits a Bronica RF645 as well...

Chris

 

[brendt]

I would imagine it is going to make changing film a pain - the spool pins need to be released at the bottom of the camera.

Since the camera is completely removed from this type of case when taking photos, a very simple and rapid process, there would be no additional effort in changing film.

Why do you need a camera case?

I've found neoprene camera cases to provide useful protection against impact against objects (including other cameras, if using more than one at a time) while the camera is hanging on its strap.

 

[atlnq9]

I found this on ebay and am looking to get one myself
http://cgi.ebay.com/Mamiya-6-7-II-7II-fitted-case-NEW-RARE-CUSTOM-black_W0QQitemZ280129215032QQihZ018QQcategoryZ43442QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

 

[brendt]

I found this on ebay and am looking to get one myself...

Thanks for posting the ebay link - that's the custom case I was referring to in my original question. (For anyone reading this thread after the ebay item linked to above has expired, the ebay seller is "cameragearforyou".) I have since purchased the Zing "Pro SLR Cover" (manufacturer code 503-301) and found that it fits the Mamiya 6 quite well. The "snout" (for want of a better name) of the cover is a little long for the 50mm lens, but that seems inevitable in any cover that fits lenses in both the collapsed and extended positions. Note that the Zing cover is somewhat cheaper than the custom cover available on ebay. I'd be interested to see how they compare in terms of fit and construction quality.

 

[ChrisPlatt]

Got it!

Got it!

I received the mentioned case today. It appears to be of good quality.
A one-piece pouch, it must be removed completely to operate the camera.

The fit for my RF645 with 65mm lens (and Bronica hood) is "roomy", but
it is not excessively loose. The strap openings are perfectly positioned.

I am quite pleased with it, though I still would prefer an eveready case...

Chris

 

[Terao]

Luigi will build you a custom half/ever-ready case no doubt. Won't be cheap though!

 

[andrew moxom]

The large SLR bodied ZING case fits a Mamiya 6 and standard lens very well. It's a better fit with the lens extended over lens folded. It works even with the 50mm, but not the 150mm installed