Variety of metering modes for different situations. The SPOTMETER mode is deadly accurate. Enlargements razor sharp, lenses provide supberb contrast and color saturation. Large assortment of lenses. The predictive autofocus feature has been a lifesaver on a number of occasions.

Mid-roll film change and 1/60 sync speed. However, this has never been a hindrance in the photography that I have done.

Excellent camera for portraits and weddings. I have also used it for landscapes with the AF 45mm lens. I own the AF 80-160mm and the AF 75mm. All photos always razor sharp.

Customer Service

Most commendable. A particular lenses that I needed for a special assignment would most likely not arrive on time (it ultimately did). The Pentax area rep loaned me an entire Pentax 67II outfit, including a variety of lenses (including one that I needed) and flash unit. Never really got to use since the 645N lens I had ordered arrived on time. I consider this "above and beyond".

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Bronica, Hasselblad. Also use a 35mm Canon.

The metering system offers a matrix, an average and the spot.
Can impress the technical data of the photo OUT the frame on the film.

Really ..nothing.

The lenses are sharp, the camera shutter gives minimal vibrations, so the final result is : sharp !...exactly the contrary than the P67...

A really great, great camera.

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Pentax 67, Nikon F90x

Reliable, great ergonomic design, very accurate metering system, focus confirmation even with older manual lenses, motor drive system.

Lack of midroll change/interchangable backs may be a problem for some users.

I originally started in medium format with a Pentax 67 after briefly living with a Mamiya. My photography is primarily landscape and stockwork. I desired larger, sharper images than even the most advanced 35mm systems could deliver so medium format was my next step. I was not disappointed by the image quality of the 67 but it was heavy and I had difficulty focusing sharply because of my inability to clearly view the image on the 67 viewfinder.

When I tried the 645n I immediately realized this camera was the one I had been looking for. The control layout, the motor drive system, the metering, the focus confirmation in the viewfinder along with an audible beep -- are superb features -- along with the data imprinting.
I have now run a mix of nearly 500 rolls of 120 and 220 film through the camera without any mechanical breakdown of any type.

I shoot large format and 35mm, along with the 645n and it is the perfect bridge format between the two when you need to be able to conduct your photography at a fast pace or while on the move. The 645n actually feels and operates like a high quality 35mm camera and it is actually lighter than some pro 35mm models outfitted with optional battery packs/motor drives.

Highly recommended!!

Customer Service

Excellent

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Contax 645AF, Pentax 67, Mamiya RB67

Great camera for portraiture or general photography. Excellent metering system and autofocus. Bright viewfinder with a dioptor adjustment which is great for those of us who wear glasses. Very readible digital readout in viewfinder of f-stop, shutter speed, in-focus indicator, bar-graph, etc.

Haven't found any yet except the inability to change film types mid-roll

Great, well engineered medium format camera for people, weddings, and general shooting.

Customer Service

Bought the camera used and have had no problems with it at all.

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Had a Pentax 6X7 before this camera

Imprinted data on the film edge out side of the image area. Excelent meter.
Controls are easily reachable.
Interchangable Focus Screens.

60th sec. max flash synch speed when using an AF lens. Film inserts vice interchangable backs means you can't switch mid roll to B&W.

More bang for your buck! The least expensive AF MF on the market. Stands up feature for feature with the big boys. Nice entry level MF and good for pro use.

Customer Service

Shooting with it for over a yr with no prob.

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Bronica ETRS, Hassy, RB67 pro s

Fast, accurate auto-focusing. Very sharp lenses which are quite reasonably priced.

Some would prefer interchangable backs--but this is not much of a concern to me. It would be nice to have a Polaroid back,though.

A very capable camera and the AF lenses are remarkably sharp.

Customer Service

No problems yet(1 year).

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I sold my extensive Mamiya 645 system to buy the Pentax 645N system.I am happy I did. My Mamiya cameras/ lenses were con

Excellent camera, very bright screen, razor sharp lenses, which are reasonably priced compared to other medium format. Built in motor drive is quiet and fast. Auto focus is very good, buttons are well laid out. take excellent photo's

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Outstanding camera system. The only thing missing is a removable back, so I could switch mid roll from color to black and white. I will be purchasing the 80-160mm zoom which looks and feels great ( I currently have the 75/2.8 FA and 135 L.S. )

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I also own and use Mamiya 645 super which is also an excellent system, but I find myself using the Pentax more often in

very little vibration, excellent autofocus, excellent built in light meter and autoexposure, superior lenses, great handling.

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A great camera in a format which has become very practical with todays excellent films. Its intuitive handling is a joy.

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Pentax 645, Pentax 67

compact (for a MF camera, of course), not too expensive (lens too), ergonomic, well finished

slow flash sync, can't change film half exposed, sometimes matrix overexposes a bit

Definitely, this camera works well, is very, VERY intuitive and SUPER easy to use. Autofocus, even if not as sofisticated as some 35mm cameras', is precise and quiete fast. Try to choose right lenses...

Customer Service

never called

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Rollei

Very good auto-focusing. Very comprable to 35mm cameras. Small, lightweight, feels great in your hands. Very agile and nimble. Lot easier to use then say Pentax 67II. Easy controls that make photography what it should be. Strong body, well made, steardy, and very quiet for medium format. I would get this over anything else.

No interchangeable backs. No big deal! Synch speed kind of slow but other than that it is awesome!!!

The bottom line is, this camera is fabtabulous and known to be a strong workhorse!! My photographer used the manual one for five years and not one problem with it. If you ever need to buy one, I would recommend Roberts Camera in Indianapolis Indiana. They are so nice and really treat their customers like royalty. 317 636-5544 ask for Bruce.

Customer Service

Excellet!!

Similar Products Used:

Mamiya 645AF, Pentax 67II, Nikon F100, Nikon N90s.