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RZ67 vs RZ67II: Two-Piece Winding Shaft Differences
This is a brief discussion about what I consider an important difference between the RZ67 and RZ67II in terms of build. The RZ67, unlike the RB67, had a…
RB67 vs RZ67: Build Quality and Parts Availability
I am often asked about quality of the RB67 vs RZ67. I initially wrote a detailed response but could not post here on IG due to length. Here is a synopsis…
RB67 Not Economically Repairable: Worn Winding and Bellows
A certain percentage of the cameras that come into my shop, I deem not economically repairable. While Mamiya cameras were made for heavy duty professional…
Mamiya 105mm C Lens for TLR: The Six Versions Explained
Servicing a Mamiya 105mm f/3.5 D Lens for TLR. The 105mm lens had the most variations of all the C lenses made for the TLR series with a total of six…
Mamiya 80mm f/2.8 C Lens Variations
Mamiya 80mm f/2.8 C lens variations. I get many questions on the different styles of 80mm f/2.8 lenses that were made for the Mamiya TLR series. Here is…
RB67 65mm Lens Variations: Single Coated, NB and C
Mamiya RB67 65mm Lens Variations. Although there were five different styles of RB67 65mm lenses (not counting the k/l version), these three variations…
RZ67 50mm f/4.5 Z Lens: Damaged Cemented Rear Element
Mamiya RZ67 50mm f/4.5 Z lens damage. Photos show the damage done to one of the cemented rear elements. The third photo is at 35x magnification and the…
Mamiya 645 Super/Pro: Gallery of Broken Mirror Stops
Gallery of broken Mamiya 645 Super/Pro mirror stops. An important word about this part: The mirror stop on the Mamiya 645 Super/Pro is made of a plastic…
Mamiya 7II: Rangefinder Adjustment and 7 vs 7II Rangefinders
Mamiya 7II repair. Needed a rangefinder adjustment, repair to back latch and replacing damaged bottom cover. I am often asked about the difference in the…