Forum: Pentax Medium Format
05-27-2018, 12:36 PM
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Wow, I knew this was a bit of a wide question, but did not think I would get this scope of answers. Let me remind you: the Fuji GFX is no use to me as I do not get on with EVFs. The only alternatives for me are the PhaseOne (way too expensive, too big and heavy) and Hasselblad H series (same applies). So in effect, I will stay with Pentax.
Yes, the 645 is big and heavy, but I am fine with this. If I want a small and lightweight camera, I take my Nikon D610. If I want to enjoy photography, I take the 645.
What has really helped me is the long-term perspective that rdenney has so eloquently painted: no matter what (if anything) succeeds the 645Z, it will always be a good camera. Up to a point, this is exactly the experience I am having with my 'ancient' 645D. So in the end I find myself in a good position: wait for a good 645Z offer to drive by while enjoying my 645D. If Pentax release a new and fantastic 645Z successor (I really wish them well with this), then the Z will lose value as it will be so outmoded. If Pentax gets out of MF altogether, the Z will lose value up to a point, as professionals will get out of it. Either way, I will probably get another 15 years out of the Pentax system, probably just enough for me.
Thanks for your input everyone!
Rainer
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Forum: Pentax Medium Format
01-14-2018, 10:55 AM
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Hi, I am using it on the 645D. Gives you an extra clear view of the centre of the viewfinder, so definitely helps with focusing. This is not an ideal set-up, because the eyecup will have to be removed, the outer ring of the viewfinder unscrewed and then the magnifier will have to be screwed on. Great if you can leave it on for a while. painful if you need to remove it when the camera goes into the bag. Also remember that you only see a small part of the view in the centre, so for off-centre focus you will need to move the composition to focus first and frame again afterwards. All eminently doable and part of the slowing down pleasures of photography.
I paid some 70€ for it and found this money well spent.
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