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Originally Posted by Crater101
I have an old Pentax 67 (6x7) that I dust off occasionally. Out where I live, it's getting almost impossible to find someone who will process the film - but I do love the camera. It's big, it's heavy and it performs best on a tripod...but everything on it is MANUALLY set. Nothing gets done automatically.
This is why I love to dust if off occasionally. I have to think about what I'm doing, and I like that.
Sorry, I've strayed from the point... Medium format film isn't cheap, and depending on where you live, you may have a job to fins someone who will process it. The cameras themselves - Mamiya, Hassleblad, etc. - can be found in varying quality levels and prices on places like eBay. I'd be more inclined to make enquiries at a good camera store that deals in second hand equipment.
From the digital side of things, the medium format gear is very, very good - Fujifilm has become a very serious player in the market - but it can be expensive, and be prepared to commit to that system for lenses and accessories. Do your research first on what you want - image quality, portability, etc. - but bear in mind that a medium format system is going to be a bit bigger and heavier than an SLR based system.
Good luck, and let us know how you go.
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Thanks,
You've nailed why im interested in medium format. Your advice re camera stores has already been taken onboard.
It takes me forever to get anywhere, so it doesn't matter how bulky the gear is as it'll be me slowing things down, not the bulky gear.
My thoughts after reading the responses to my question.... itmaybe a good idea to use 35mm film first, get familiar with film and a manual system.
Digital is so easy, in many ways too easy.
Cheers