Thoughts on the Mamiya RZ67

While the initial quesion was between Mamya and some off the wall that I had never heard of. I'll throw out my Rollei f3.5 zenotar . The slowest speeds 1, 1/2, 1/4 slightly slow. My Rollei requires point it down from the subject matter for the best possible metering. Of course there's always a hand meter. The higher speeds ae right on. The you have the Mamiya II rangefinder. Metering is spot on and a nice asortment of lenes. Plus it is 6X7.
 
I saw on your Flickr page that you have also a Rolleiflex.

How does perform its camera and lens for doing portraits?
And is the need of longer lens the main reason for looking another (interchangable) MF?

thanx.
 
The Rolleiflex I use is on loan from a friend, so its not a permanent fixture in my kit. I really enjoy medium format, so I decided to get an MF system of my own. Thus, the RZ67. I imagine I'll get another Rolleiflex at some point too. Its a wonderful camera.

The Rollei is wonderful for portraiture and is very portable. The lens is tack sharp and has wonderful rendering. I wanted something could focus a little closer and thats what the RZ is really good at. The addition of interchangeable lens and 6x7 format is also a plus for me.

I love both, though. You wouldn't be disappointed by either.
 
I agree with Rubymonkey. It is not a burden the RZ67. I have used it handheld, but find by placing it on a tripod it is easier to use with the viewfinder. Handheld with the viewfinder, with the image being reversed you tend to move in the wrong direction at first, when framing a shot. With the tripod, and a light meter hanging round you neck, you tend to take things easier, and think things out. !!!
 
Hi!

Sorry for joining late, wanted to ask what really was condition of camera which you from KEH as "bargain" condition. Thanx!
 
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