Norita 66 Vs. Pentax 67

[Texsport]

As a side note, I am in discussions with 2 different custom adapter manufacturers who are planning adapters allowing use of Pentacon Six lenses on the Norita 66 cameras.

That would allow use of the renowned Carl Zeiss Jena 180/2.8 lens, among lots of others, on the Norita 66.

Texsport

I have received notice that work will begin within weeks on a Pentacon Six lens to Norita 66 camera adapter. I'm getting my 180/2.8 and 300/4 ready!

The manufacturer sells many adapters on eBay under the name ramir73.

Great news!

Texsport

 

[6x7]

A quick and dirty shot for a side-by-side comparison regarding size: Norita 66 with Noritar 2/80 and Pentax 6x7 with 2.4/105. No finder attached.

 

[Joe Vitessa]

Wow, the Norita looks positively puny compared to the Pentax. Guess that's why I find it easier to hand hold the Norita at slower speeds. Thanks for posting.

 

[Texsport]

So, was the Pentax so large mainly to create a larger viewing window for focusing?

I have read that the viewer is pretty dark and difficult to focus with some of the lenses.

A few years back, I found an old camera store run by an 85 year old owner. He had 2 brand new Pentax 67s and I believe 3 lenses. He wanted $1,000 for the lot. I passed, but always regretted it.

Texsport