New Fuji, How Much???

New Fuji, How Much???

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How much is the new Fuji going to cost in U.S. Currency?​




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jbf said:
All I gotta say is that whenever it comes out i'm getting one. :)
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You could get a (used/new) Mamiya 7 with 80/4 right now and start taking pictures. With plenty used Mamiyas around, I see little market for a new Fuji. Sure the Mamiya doesn't fold.
 
I think that a lot will depend upon whom they wish to compete against if anyone. A Mamiya 7II new with a lens can be found for around $1500 to $1800, albeit that it lists for much higher, 2500. The Hasselblad is 4k. If they wish to compete in that market I think that they will be limited in sales. As for the Zeiss & Voigtlander, they run 2k & 1k with lenses. The design which is "retro" has inherent flaws. Folding bellows for one are prone to light leaks. It has a slow and non-interechangeable lens, no hood, and a knob advance. Compared to the older camera that sell for hefty sums it is a step above and could be a better deal.
 
I think it will have to cost less than the Nikon F6 which is $1800.

I think if Fuji makes it, it will be to show their support for film users
and to sell film, therefore the camera will be around $1200.
 
I'd like to add...

the point of the camera is to shoot film and to have a travel camera.
This is how they have talked about it. A simple travel camera.

The fastest medium format lens is a 2.4. Others are 2.8. Get over it guys,
we will never see a 2.0 lens. Use faster film and stop bitching about it.

As for the bellows, I am sure Fuji will use the most advanced materials that
will surely put up with a lot of use. And if not, I am sure Fuji will have a
terrific repair/support department available.

The idea of having a simple, folding camera with one lens is pretty cool. Nothing
else to take with you but a light meter and some film.

I am hoping Fuji will also introduce, at the same time, a leather bag and a flash
for this camera. A nice set up for those who want it. If they did the camera, bag, and flash for under $2000, with a coupon for some film, I suspect the camera would sell very quickly.

And as a side note that I have mentioned more than a few times, I am hoping for a 6x8 format.
 
I think it's a nice alternative to Plaubel Makina 67. And we all know what crazy prices are people paying for it (used and with it's inherently flawed metering).
 
I just gave away for free, a Kodak Tourist 6x6 folder that looked just like this. I'm thinking this would have a better lens tho, LOL.
 
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The PK67 is not even an option as they are nearly hard to find,
and service for them is impossible.

The GF670, as it is currently called, will sell incredibly well no matter
the price.

People still shoot medium format film. It's easy to scan and when done
right, will produce humongous files.

I happen to work in the darkroom and love working with 120 film.
 
david b said:
The idea of having a simple, folding camera with one lens is pretty cool. Nothing
else to take with you but a light meter and some film.
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Dunno if you've noticed, but it looks like the camera is aperture-priority.
 
Actually I did notice, but some of the previous Fuji range finders did not have a meter so if the GF670 does not come with one, I would not be surprised.

At this point, I am hoping the camera goes into production, is available world wide,
and is under $1500.
 
david b said:
I'd like to add...

The fastest medium format lens is a 2.4. Others are 2.8. Get over it guys,
we will never see a 2.0 lens. Use faster film and stop bitching about it.
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Do you mean for a medium format rangefinder? Could you give details of this 2.4 lens?

The Contax 645 comes with an 80mm f2.0 standard, and I think Mamiya had an 80mm f1.9 for one of their 6x4.5 models.
 
Robin Harrison said:
Do you mean for a medium format rangefinder? Could you give details of this 2.4 lens?

The Contax 645 comes with an 80mm f2.0 standard, and I think Mamiya had an 80mm f1.9 for one of their 6x4.5 models.
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Yes, Mamiya did make an 80mm f1.9 lens for many years for the 645 system. I have one of these lenses that I bought new in 1994, but they have been made since the 70's.
 
Robin Harrison said:
Do you mean for a medium format rangefinder? Could you give details of this 2.4 lens?

The Contax 645 comes with an 80mm f2.0 standard, and I think Mamiya had an 80mm f1.9 for one of their 6x4.5 models.
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I think David meant the fastest lens for 6x7 format, which is the 105/2.4 for the Pentax 67 SLR. And don't forget the great Noritar 80/2 lens for the Graflex Norita, the fastest lens for 6x6 format.

Cheers!

Abbazz
 
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