I was wondering how you think the SQ-A compares to the Mamiya RZ67. I was looking at getting an RB67, but it seems like it's pretty huge. I'd rather not have to use a tripod most of the time, and I'd still like something I can carry around, but I've heard the Bronica is pretty plastic and parts can break pretty easy.
I was wondering how you think the SQ-A compares to the Mamiya RZ67. I was looking at getting an RB67, but it seems like it's pretty huge. I'd rather not have to use a tripod most of the time, and I'd still like something I can carry around, but I've heard the Bronica is pretty plastic and parts can break pretty easy.
@blaarrggh I have used an RB at college and I currently have a friend's RZ on loan They're physically much larger cameras and whilst you can shoot handheld, you need good light and good technique to get sharp images. I do use a tripod quite a bit. The RB is mostly metal, whilst the RZ uses more plastic, similar to the Bronica - I have not experienced any breakages of either camera (the RZ has had over 10 years heavy professional use).
Thank you for posting all six of the four part series. I really enjoyed them and even learned something about my SQB, I also have two ERTSi's and fancy trading in my 2 ERTS's for a SQAi as it does have a lot going for it in terms of metering.
@fraserhopewell Ah, then you won't be needing that primitive waist-level finder anymore! Allow me to take it off your hands! :) Which prism did you get? How (well) does it work? What metering pattern? Will the camera do aperture priority AE? Please make a vid about the finder when you get time. :)
(I've got the Ai, plain prism, 50, 80, and 150mm lenses, and 3 120 and 220 backs. The camera is great fun. The square format is a welcome change, and a compositional challenge as well.)
@geonerd It's the most recent version AE (SQ-i) finder. Has aperture priority and manual modes and a choice of averaging or spot metering. I plan on making a video to cover it in the very near future.
I've just picked up an SQ-Ai with 50, 80, 105 & 150 lenses. Motor drive SQi, Speed grip S, 4x 120 backs, 220 back & Polaroid back. ME prism, AE prism, waist level, close up lenses 1 & 2, pro lens hood, remote control and cable release.
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I did a screen flow video of a negative scan from my mamiya 6x7 scanned with a imacon at 3200 dpi it the first video on my channel take a look
rephixphoto 7 months ago
Great vid......Love that shot of the swan at aroud the 6 min mark!!!!
AndyH1983 9 months ago
Great work! Thanks!
okani2000 10 months ago
I was wondering how you think the SQ-A compares to the Mamiya RZ67. I was looking at getting an RB67, but it seems like it's pretty huge. I'd rather not have to use a tripod most of the time, and I'd still like something I can carry around, but I've heard the Bronica is pretty plastic and parts can break pretty easy.
blaarrggh 1 year ago
I was wondering how you think the SQ-A compares to the Mamiya RZ67. I was looking at getting an RB67, but it seems like it's pretty huge. I'd rather not have to use a tripod most of the time, and I'd still like something I can carry around, but I've heard the Bronica is pretty plastic and parts can break pretty easy.
blaarrggh 1 year ago
@blaarrggh I have used an RB at college and I currently have a friend's RZ on loan They're physically much larger cameras and whilst you can shoot handheld, you need good light and good technique to get sharp images. I do use a tripod quite a bit. The RB is mostly metal, whilst the RZ uses more plastic, similar to the Bronica - I have not experienced any breakages of either camera (the RZ has had over 10 years heavy professional use).
fraserhopewell 1 year ago
How much does this differ control-wise from the ETRS? Also, do you have to cock the shutter before changing the shutter speed?
ChillpointNews 1 year ago
@ChillpointNews The shutter is electronically controlled, so there is no need to re-cock it before changing speeds.
fraserhopewell 1 year ago
watch?v=ym6_fjP2PdM Some photographs with this camera
czeLooky 1 year ago
Great work man!
czeLooky 1 year ago
Thank you for posting all six of the four part series. I really enjoyed them and even learned something about my SQB, I also have two ERTSi's and fancy trading in my 2 ERTS's for a SQAi as it does have a lot going for it in terms of metering.
Normanskie 1 year ago
Flee, puny digicams, flee for your life! The mighty Bronicasaurus can smell your fear! ROAAARRR!!!
geonerd 1 year ago
@geonerd Ha! Even more so now that I've just got hold of a metering prism for it - it's huge!
fraserhopewell 1 year ago
@fraserhopewell Ah, then you won't be needing that primitive waist-level finder anymore! Allow me to take it off your hands! :) Which prism did you get? How (well) does it work? What metering pattern? Will the camera do aperture priority AE? Please make a vid about the finder when you get time. :)
(I've got the Ai, plain prism, 50, 80, and 150mm lenses, and 3 120 and 220 backs. The camera is great fun. The square format is a welcome change, and a compositional challenge as well.)
geonerd 1 year ago
@geonerd It's the most recent version AE (SQ-i) finder. Has aperture priority and manual modes and a choice of averaging or spot metering. I plan on making a video to cover it in the very near future.
fraserhopewell 1 year ago
Fraser, you're the man!
I've just picked up an SQ-Ai with 50, 80, 105 & 150 lenses. Motor drive SQi, Speed grip S, 4x 120 backs, 220 back & Polaroid back. ME prism, AE prism, waist level, close up lenses 1 & 2, pro lens hood, remote control and cable release.
I can't wait to get started!
MrLuLu 1 year ago
@MrLuLu That's some kit! Enjoy!
fraserhopewell 1 year ago
Great video! Just what I've been lookin for. Just bought a SQAI
RNGWRM666 1 year ago
Thanks Nice job ..!
DanBoudreauPhoto 1 year ago
thanks for this video! I was looking for more information on this type of camera. great vid. I cant wait for the other videos!
iendi1910 1 year ago
thanks for this video! I was looking for more information on this type of camera. great vid.
iendi1910 1 year ago