gryffinwings
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So I want to get into medium format and have been looking into a bunch of cameras. Currently, I am looking at the Pentax 645, which is in my price range, which I am trying to keep under $600 for everything. I'm not looking for anything too complicated, so here's my wants list:
1. Motorized Advanced
2. 1/1000th shutter speed
3. Reasonable selection of lens
4. Reliable
5. Built in meter is a nice to have.
My other picks were the following:
1. Mamiya 645 Pro - Nice selection of lenses, looks easy to use, lots of accessories. The main problem I have is the mirror stop break,s and all the features I want cost more with this than the Pentax.
2. Bronica ETR series - Not quite as expensive, seems more robust. The problem I have with these is the focus screen usually doesn't come with a focus aid, and the focus screens that I have seen are expensive.
What do you guys think?
1. Motorized Advanced
2. 1/1000th shutter speed
3. Reasonable selection of lens
4. Reliable
5. Built in meter is a nice to have.
My other picks were the following:
1. Mamiya 645 Pro - Nice selection of lenses, looks easy to use, lots of accessories. The main problem I have is the mirror stop break,s and all the features I want cost more with this than the Pentax.
2. Bronica ETR series - Not quite as expensive, seems more robust. The problem I have with these is the focus screen usually doesn't come with a focus aid, and the focus screens that I have seen are expensive.
What do you guys think?