We have done our best.Ĭoncerning scanning, the opinions diverge what is the best method. I used a firm tripod, good lenses, optimum diaphragm, mirror lock up with the Nikon etc. Both have a another use aim.įor both cameras, we tried to make a good test situation, though always keeping in mind the practical approach. I do not have the intention to make any statement whether digitally is better than analog, or the other way around. The aim of this test is therefore to examine to what extent 6x7 qualitatively can measure itself with a modern 12 Mpxel camera such as the Nikon D2x. It had to become a test as honest as possible, without postulated outcome and commercial interests. It seemed the right time to do some study myself. The slides of the Mamiya7 i see are very sharp and detailed. There is even a test where the photographer photographs through the window, and who knows how clean this window was !? Medium format 6x7 cameras were not always equipped with the best lenses and often there were doubtful reasons for downsizing to make the images similar to each other. Clearly was, however, that with or without set-up the tests had been carried out frequently badly. On the other hand there were tests which said that well scanned 35mm films are almost similar with those same cameras. Many will know the famous tests about this subject on the site of luminous landscape. We have the replacement parts in stock.The idea to carry out this test came some time ago when more and more tests became available and 12 mpixel DSLR's where tested better or equal than 6x7 medium format cameras. This issue most commonly shows up in the N 65mm/4L lens for the 7/7II models, but can occur in any one of them. This flexible circuit board can break resulting in a loss of signal and failure of the shutter or light meter. All of the 6/7/7II lenses utilize a flexible circuit that provides power and communication with the light meter circuit in the body. The most common repairs for lenses involve a “CLA” ( clean / lube / adjust ) to the helicoid assemblies (focusing barrels) to address stiff or loose focusing. There are rare occasions in which they require a thorough cleaning or repair. We have found the lens shutters to be extremely reliable. Your lenses will receive a complete check and complimentary surface cleaning.*** ***It is imperative that you send in your all of lenses in order for the rangefinder to be calibrated as accurately as possible to your body. Each lens utilizes an adjustable cam that protrudes through the rear mount and drives the linkage between the rangefinder in the camera body. We occasionally receive complaints regarding a discrepancy in the accuracy between one or more lenses in a set. We still have a large parts stock that allows us to repair and rebuild most cameras with film advance/winding issues. There are some common problems with the film advance mechanisms - especially in the 6/6MF models that require a rebuild. All lenses and accessories are evaluated separately from the body.Įvery Mamiya camera that comes through the shop will have the film advance evaluated in full. We regularly receive the Mamiya 6, 6 MF, 7, and 7II models for rangefinder calibrations, erratic operation due to impact, exposure damage (sand,water, humidity), and general service for continued, reliable use. We are the official repair center in North America for Mamiya Legacy products which include the Mamiya 6, 6MF, 7, 7II, 645 models, the C2, C220, C3, C330, and the RB/RZ67. You can email us at to be added to our wait list for when we will resume accepting these repairs again. If you are still seeing this notice that means are still not accepting new repairs for the aforementioned cameras. 10/17/21 - Due to an unprecedented volume of repair requests, we are still temporarily unable to accept new repairs for the following cameras/lenses/accessories: