Congratulations on your purchase
of a Mamiya RZ67 PRO II
The Mamiya RZ67 PRO II is the latest and most advanced model
of Mamiya's famous 6 x 7 cm SLR camera series, distinguished by
their Revolving Back and rack and pinion Bellows Focusing.
The result of Mamiya's long experience and accomplishments in
it combines
the professional medium
mechanical perfection with the latest opto-electronic technology.
format camera
field,
Complimented by its large selection of world-class Mamiya lenses
and many other system accessories, the RZ67 has become the
camera of choice of the world's top photographers.
The RZ67 PRO II is a versatile camera, ideally suited for many
photographic applications, including commercial, portrait, fashion,
industrial, nature and scientific photography.
In order to take full advantage of its capabilities and to insure
proper operation, please read this instruction manual carefully
before you use your new camera.
Contents
Special Features of the Mamiya RZ67 PRO II ..............2
Nomenclature and Functions ...........................................4
Mamiya RZ67 PRO II Specifications ............................ 10
Inserting the Battery ........................................................ 11
Attaching / Removing Lenses ........................................ 12
Using the Waist-Level Finder ......................................... 14
Interchanging the Focusing Screen .............................. 16
Releasing the Shutter .................................................... 17
Shutter Speed and Aperture .......................................... 21
The Roll Film Holder ........................................................ 22
Loading the Film Holder .................................................. 24
Taking Photographs ........................................................ 27
Unloading Exposed Film ................................................. 27
Focusing and Locking the Focusing Knob ................... 28
The Revolving Back ............................................................. 29
Distance Scale • Depth-of-Field ........................................ 30
Long Exposures ................................................................... 31
Multiple Exposures • Infrared Photography ..................... 32
Mirror Lock-up Operation .................................................... 33
Flash Photography • Using a Tripod ................................. 34
Close-up Photography ........................................................ 35
Attaching a Lens with
Shutter Released or Mirror Raised ................................... 36
Camera Back Lock System ................................................ 37
How to Use the Carrying Strap .......................................... 38
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 39
Using RB Series Lenses and Accessories ...................... 40
Care of the Camera ............................................................. 41
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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.
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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
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.
responsibility
for
5. Bright, Interchangeable Finders and
Focusing Screens
A Waist Level Finder FW702 with self-erecting focusing hood
and magnifier is factory supplied with each camera.
The eye-level AE Prism Finder FE701 is an important
accessory. It features three-way metering (average, spot or
auto shift) and computerized, aperture-priority shutter control,
compatible with the intermediate shutter speeds. It can also
be operated manually. Exposure compensation to +/- 3EV and
AE Lock are other features. All RB67 finders can also be
used.
6. Interchangeable Film Holders with Maximum
Film Flatness.
Available for 120 or 220 films and made in 6x7, 6x6 and
6x4.5 formats. Also Polaroid holder. The film holders can be
quickly interchanged, even in mid-roll. Two film counter
windows permit easy reading as film holders are rotated on
cameras' revolving back.
Dark slide storage drawer is another feature.
7. Electronic Interface
The ISO film speed dial is located on the film holders and
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interfaces electronically, through gold plated contacts, with
the camera body, AE Prism Finder FE701 and RZ lenses.
You set the dial when you load the film and never have to
worry about correct meter indexing.
8. Mirror Lock-up operation
Locking the mirror in the up position eliminates all
possible vibrations and is especially important in close-up
and telephoto work, when slow shutter speeds are required.
Multiple exposures are easy with a flip of a switch. No
removal of film holder is required.
9. Multiple Exposures
10. New Features
• Modern, functional design
• Rugged interior mechanisms
• Intermediate shutter speeds
• Micro focusing knob.
• Roll Film Holders with dual exposure counters
• "RBL" shutter speed dial setting when using RB67 lenses.
Focusing Screen
The visible field of the focusing
screen automatically changes
from vertical to horizontal format,
or vice-versa, as the revolving
back is rotated. The screen it self
is also interchangeable.
Nomenclature and Functions
Body
R-M Lever
For normal operation, lever is
aligned with center index mark.
"M": For making Multiple Expo-
sures set it to "M". This will dis-
engage the film transport when
cocking the shutter. Do not for-
get to return it to center posi-
tion afterwards. This setting is
also used to exercise the cam-
era without film.
"R": Turning the lever to "R" un-
locks and permits rotating the
Revolving Back.
Cocking Lever
In a single operation this lever ad-
vances the film, cocks the shutter,
and sets the mirror. For proper
operation, be sure to push the
lever completely down.
Distance Scale
A single scale indicating distance
in meters and feet is used for all
lenses.
Focal Length Scale
Curved lines representing most fo-
cal lengths appear on this scale.
The point at which the appropriate
focal length curve intersects the
Distance Graduation indicates the
distance focused upon by the lens.
Dual Focusing Knob
For regular and fine focusing.
Release Button Collar
For normal operation the white dot (q) on the Release But-
ton Collar is kept aligned with the white dot on the Collar
Stop Lever. Aligning the white dot of the collar with the red
dot on the camera body locks the Shutter Release Button.
Aligning the collar with the orange dot makes it possible to
operate the shutter at approximately 1/400 sec. without
batteries in the camera.
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Gold Plated Contacts
Interface AE Prism Finder elec-
tronically with camera, lens and
film holder.
When using an RB67 PD Prism
Finder or PD Magnifying Finder
on the RZ PROII, be sure to first
attach the small plastic cover,
which comes packed with the RZ
PROII, over the contacts. (See
instructions packed with cover).
Lens Alignment Dot
Mirror
Do not touch the mirror under any
circumstances.
Auxiliary Electronic Shutter
Release Contacts
Sliding the cover upwards reveals
its contacts.
Shutter Release Button
Collar Stop Lever
This safety feature prevents the
Release Button Collar from
being rotated to the orange dot
until the Collar Stop Lever is first
depressed.
Shutter Speed Dial
Speeds from 8 to 1/400 sec.
Between 4 and 1/250 sec. there
are intermediate settings with click
stops. When set to "AEL" or "RBL"
dial is locked. To release press
center button. (See page 21)
Carrying Strap Lug
Lock Release Button
Hot-Shoe
Focusing Knob Lock Lever
Winder Coupler Cover
Tripod Socket
The socket has standard U 1/4"
threads which can be removed
and converted to a 3/8" socket.
Alignment Mark
Revolving Ring
Its small orange circle clicks into
place and must always be
aligned with the orange index
marks in the 12 o'clock or 3
o'clock positions.
Film Advance Coupler
The central pin transmits a signal
to the film holder which disen-
gages the film advance-stop and
activates the multiple exposure
prevention mechanism.
Light Baffle
To avoid damaging the baffle
and camera, do not touch.
Film Holder Mount Pin
One of four.
Battery Chamber Cover
The camera use a 6 V alkaline or
silver oxide battery.
Contacts for Power Winder
Waist-Level Finder
Magnifier Release
To raise the magnifier, push the
Magnifier Release to the left.
Magnifier
Interchangeable with other magni-
fiers in various diopter strengths.
Finder Release Button
To remove the finder, Push in on
both (right and left) release
buttons and lift the finder off
camera body.
Finder Catch
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Roll Film Holder
Alignment Mark
Dark Slide Release Pin
Holder Lock Pin
The upper and lower holder lock
pins prevent the holder from
coming off position when
mounted on the camera body.
Film Advance Knob
Dual Exposure Counter
Features vertical and horizontal
windows.
Memo Clip
Holds the film box top as a film-
type reminder or a memo.
Dark Slide Storage Slot