Mamiya RZ67 PRO II - Manual (Page 4)

Special Features of the Mamiya RZ67 PRO II
1.
The Ideal Format
The 6x7 cm format is called the ideal format because it
enlarges to the standard 8x10" paper size without cropping,
thus utilizing the entire image area. The 6x7 format of the RZ
PRO
II (actual image size is 56x69.5mm) is almost 5x larger
than a 35mm frame and offers far superior image quality for
enlargement or full page magazine reproduction. 6x7
transparencies can be viewed on the light table without
magnifiers.
2.
Mamiya Revolving Back with Automatic
Finder Masking
With a flip of the wrist, the Revolving Back-a Mamiya
exclusive among 6x7 SLRs-can be rotated for horizontal or
vertical format without changing the optical axis. At the same
time it also automatically changes the masking frame in the
finder to match the format. Other cameras require removing
and reattaching film holders when changing format or having
to turn the camera on its side which complicates viewing and
operation.
3.
Rack and Pinion Bellows Focusing
Bellows focusing, another great advantage, permits precise
focusing with the left or right hand and also features a focus
lock lever. The RZ PRO
II has an additional micro focus knob
for precise fine focusing. The camera bellows eliminate the
extra costs of equipping each lens with a helical focusing
mount and permits close-up photography without costly
attachments. (The closest focusing distance of the 110mm lens
is 31.3cm, the 65mm wide angle lens 8.5cm and the 180mm is
84.5cm).
4.
World-Class Mamiya Lenses
Mamiya world-class lens quality is a major reason for the top
reputation of Mamiya camera. Mamiya operates its own
modern optical design, engineering and manufacturing plant
and accepts undivided responsibility for the perfect
performance of its cameras and lenses. The RZ67 PRO
II
camera features a large diameter 61mm lens mount which
makes it possible to design a variety of high performance
lenses, such as APO, Shift and Zoom.
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