[Alex833]

Hello!

Did anyone ever compare the different Pentax 67II focus screens? There are the normal 61/60 versions and brighter 81/80 versions?
I can pick up a BA-81 version (currently have the standard BA-61) for 150$ but I do not know if it is worth it.

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[gofour3]

Welcome to the forum!

I've got the standard 67II BA-61 screen as well as the BA-81, BG-60, BG-80 and the BB-61.

I would stick to the regular 6x screens, unless you are using macro lenses, rear converters or long telephoto lenses. If you are then it's a good idea to have one of the brighter 8x screens as an option, they do make a difference in low light shooting.

Phil.

[tuco]

I put the BH-81 in my 6x7 and it works just fine and I like the grid a lot. I don't worry about exposure with it because I use the folding hood and either shoot with the Sunny 16 rule or a one-degree spot meter.

[Alex833]

Welcome to the forum!

I've got the standard 67II BA-61 screen as well as the BA-81, BG-60, BG-80 and the BB-61.

I would stick to the regular 6x screens, unless you are using macro lenses, rear converters or long telephoto lenses. If you are then it's a good idea to have one of the brighter 8x screens as an option, they do make a difference in low light shooting.

Phil.

How much brighter are the 8x versions in normal shootings conditions when using the 75mm 2.8, 105mm 2.4 and 90mm 2.8 lenses?

[gofour3]

How much brighter are the 8x versions in normal shootings conditions when using the 75mm 2.8, 105mm 2.4 and 90mm 2.8 lenses?

I've only used the 8x versions with macro & telephoto lenses with extension tubes or rear converters attached. The only time I've used an 8x screen with one of those lenses was also with a close-up filter.

Phil.