Pentax 67 question

In article <13p58jd1fch7hb5.TakeThisOut@corp.supernews.com>, Art
<begunaNOSPAMPLEASE.TakeThisOut@mindspring.com> wrote:

> But see:
>
> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/645-mlu.shtml

Eh...never cared for 645 format from any manufacturer.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/pentax67ii.shtml

This page is more relative to the 67. I have a 67 MLU Mk1 and a 55-100
zoom. With that set up there us a definite need to let the mirror slap
vibration die down for longer exposures. WIth the std 105 kit lens this
might not be such an issue.

Rob.

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"Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE DeleteThis @mindspring.com> wrote in message
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> But see:
>
> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/645-mlu.shtml
>
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> "Rob Bradford" <rob.polymnia DeleteThis @btinternet.com> wrote in message
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>> Yep, all 67's have the same mount, be sure to get one with MLU (Mirror
>> lock
>> up), believe me it's essential as is a sturdy tripod.
>>
>> My tip is, engage MLU then count to 15 before firing the shutter at any
>> speed below 1/250.
>>
>> Rob.
>>
>>
>>
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>> "rwalker" <rwalker DeleteThis @despammed.com> wrote in message
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>>>I am considering buying a used Pentax 67. I understand that there have
>>>been a few different models. My question is: Are the lens mounts the
>>>same on all of them? Will a lens that works on one model work on them
>>>all?
>>>
>>> Thanks.
>>>
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>>
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 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

"Rob Bradford" <rob.polymnia.RemoveThis@btinternet.com> wrote in message
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> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/pentax67ii.shtml
>
> This page is more relative to the 67. I have a 67 MLU Mk1 and a 55-100
> zoom. With that set up there us a definite need to let the mirror slap
> vibration die down for longer exposures. WIth the std 105 kit lens this
> might not be such an issue.
>
> Rob.
>
>

Thanks for the tips. I'm considering the 105 mm lens as my first lens.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

I had a Pentax 645 for a while didn't like it, I now ahce a mamiya 645 Pro
TL far more capable camera in my view, aA lot easier to carry. But when I
want the image recording in glorious detail out comes the 67!

Rob

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"Mr. Strat" <rag.TakeThisOut@nospam.techline.com> wrote in message
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> In article <13p58jd1fch7hb5.TakeThisOut@corp.supernews.com>, Art
> <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE.TakeThisOut@mindspring.com> wrote:
>
>> But see:
>>
>> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/645-mlu.shtml
>
> Eh...never cared for 645 format from any manufacturer.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

If your kit does comes with the standard non-metered head, keep an eye open
for a metered head. I would also recoment considering using a WLF (Waist
Level Finder) and a good hand held meter, and cable release (std threaded
type, quite cheap and easy to get hold of) for landscale work.

Rob.

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"Rob Bradford" <rob.polymnia DeleteThis @btinternet.com> wrote in message
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> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/pentax67ii.shtml
>
> This page is more relative to the 67. I have a 67 MLU Mk1 and a 55-100
> zoom. With that set up there us a definite need to let the mirror slap
> vibration die down for longer exposures. WIth the std 105 kit lens this
> might not be such an issue.
>
> Rob.
>
> --
> (\__/) This is Bunny.
> (='.'=) Help him and his friends by supporting the
> (")_(") Rabbit Welfare Association: www.houserabbit.co.uk
>
>
> "Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE DeleteThis @mindspring.com> wrote in message
> news:13p58jd1fch7hb5@corp.supernews.com...
>> But see:
>>
>> http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/645-mlu.shtml
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> "Rob Bradford" <rob.polymnia DeleteThis @btinternet.com> wrote in message
>> news:frSdnRTZiYROKgzanZ2dnUVZ8sSrnZ2d@bt.com...
>>> Yep, all 67's have the same mount, be sure to get one with MLU (Mirror
>>> lock
>>> up), believe me it's essential as is a sturdy tripod.
>>>
>>> My tip is, engage MLU then count to 15 before firing the shutter at any
>>> speed below 1/250.
>>>
>>> Rob.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> --
>>> (\__/) This is Bunny.
>>> (='.'=) Help him and his friends by supporting the
>>> (")_(") Rabbit Welfare Association: www.houserabbit.co.uk
>>>
>>>
>>> "rwalker" <rwalker DeleteThis @despammed.com> wrote in message
>>> news:478fc1bf$0$5137$4c368faf@roadrunner.com...
>>>>I am considering buying a used Pentax 67. I understand that there have
>>>>been a few different models. My question is: Are the lens mounts the
>>>>same on all of them? Will a lens that works on one model work on them
>>>>all?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks.
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

"rwalker" <rwalker DeleteThis @despammed.com> writes:

> Thanks for the tips. I'm considering the 105 mm lens as my first lens.

It is excellent in sharpness and one of the fastest normal lenses for
a medium format camera - and probably the fastest in 6x7 format.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

"Rob Bradford" <rob.polymnia.DeleteThis@btinternet.com> writes:

> I had a Pentax 645 for a while didn't like it, I now ahce a mamiya 645 Pro
> TL far more capable camera in my view, aA lot easier to carry. But when I
> want the image recording in glorious detail out comes the 67!

Well, I spent a lot of time contemplating: The Pentax or the Mamiya 645?
The mamiya had some obvious advantages: switchable film backs and a
faster normal lens (80/1.9). On the other hand, I already had the
Pentax 6x7 and thought I'd probably like to use some of its lenses
on the 645. One of the things I never quite figured out for myself was
the size and weight difference between a Mamiya 645 (super/pro/pro tl) and
a Pentax 645 (or 645N). How would you describe the difference?

...there's no going back now, I have a nice bunch of P645 lenses already,
but it's nice to know
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

I found the Mamiya 645 to be a little bit heavier, bit with the 401 grip
and winder (the good one) it felt better balanced to me. I also find that
with interchangable bits for just about everything the mamiya is a more
flexiable system. What swung it for me was the abailty to swab backs so
easily. The ability to have backs loaded with B&W, Transp or differend
speeds is a boon. I have 3 backs plus 2 film cartridges for fase reload.

Great system, not nocking the Pentax 645, but the Mamiya works for me.

Rob.

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"Toni Nikkanen" <toni.RemoveThis@morgoth.tuug.fi> wrote in message
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> "Rob Bradford" <rob.polymnia.RemoveThis@btinternet.com> writes:
>
>> I had a Pentax 645 for a while didn't like it, I now ahce a mamiya 645
>> Pro
>> TL far more capable camera in my view, aA lot easier to carry. But when
>> I
>> want the image recording in glorious detail out comes the 67!
>
> Well, I spent a lot of time contemplating: The Pentax or the Mamiya 645?
> The mamiya had some obvious advantages: switchable film backs and a
> faster normal lens (80/1.9). On the other hand, I already had the
> Pentax 6x7 and thought I'd probably like to use some of its lenses
> on the 645. One of the things I never quite figured out for myself was
> the size and weight difference between a Mamiya 645 (super/pro/pro tl) and
> a Pentax 645 (or 645N). How would you describe the difference?
>
> ..there's no going back now, I have a nice bunch of P645 lenses already,
> but it's nice to know
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

Thanks for all the suggestions and advice. I wound up getting a 6x7 body
with mirror lockup, a standard, non-metered prism, and the wooden grip. Now
I've got to keep an eye out for a deal on a 105 mm lens. I like the
suggestions regarding a metered prism and a waist level view finder. Those
will have to wait for now, though.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

If you don't have a manual for it this link may be of use.

http://www.butkus.org/chinon/pentax/pentax_6x7/pentax_6x7.htm

Rob.

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"rwalker" <rwalker.DeleteThis@despammed.com> wrote in message
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> Thanks for all the suggestions and advice. I wound up getting a 6x7 body
> with mirror lockup, a standard, non-metered prism, and the wooden grip.
> Now I've got to keep an eye out for a deal on a 105 mm lens. I like the
> suggestions regarding a metered prism and a waist level view finder.
> Those will have to wait for now, though.
>
>
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

Pentax still has the material on their imaging site, too.

http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/manuals_literature/show_manual


On Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:43:21 -0000, "Rob Bradford"
<rob.polymnia RemoveThis @btinternet.com> wrote:

>If you don't have a manual for it this link may be of use.
>
>http://www.butkus.org/chinon/pentax/pentax_6x7/pentax_6x7.htm
>
>Rob.

Craig Schroeder
craig nospam craigschroeder com
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

"Craig Schroeder" <craig.TakeThisOut@craigschroeder.com> wrote in message
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> Pentax still has the material on their imaging site, too.
>
> http://www.pentaximaging.com/customer_care/manuals_literature/show_manual
>
>
> On Mon, 21 Jan 2008 06:43:21 -0000, "Rob Bradford"
> <rob.polymnia.TakeThisOut@btinternet.com> wrote:
>
>>If you don't have a manual for it this link may be of use.
>>
>>http://www.butkus.org/chinon/pentax/pentax_6x7/pentax_6x7.htm
>>
>>Rob.
>
> Craig Schroeder
> craig nospam craigschroeder com

Thanks for the links. Very useful.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question 

"Craig Schroeder" <craig.TakeThisOut@craigschroeder.com> wrote in message
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> I'll second the right hand grip idea. It really transforms the P67's
> handling as it makes more sense to grip and control the camera with
> the right hand and focus with the left. The focus handles help, too.
> Did Pentax make a right-hand version of their wooden grip? The Pentax
> grip can also be handy for holding shoe flashes.
>

I think they must have. I wound up with a right hand grip which has the
Asahi Pentax logo on it.

I'm still waiting on delivery of my lens, though, so I haven't actually been
able to shoot anything with my 6x7. But from just handling the camera, the
right hand grip does seem to make a big difference in the way it feels in
your hand.
 >> Stay informed about: Pentax 67 question