Mamiya RB67 Pro-SD Instruction Manual

Congratulations on your wise decision to purchase

the Mamiya RB 67 Professional SD (Pro-SD)

The RB67 which was first released in 1970. Due to its innovative 6x7cm revolving back format, the

genesis of the medium format cameras.

Specifically, the camera features an expanded (from a wider variety of new, high performance lenses, such as the APO series

to be used. The newly developed extra bright, ultra low dispersion glass of the APO series lenses and shift lens have gone a long way to improving system configuration.

With a wide spectrum of accessories, photographic excellence is assured in a multitude of applications from commercial to

Perusing this manual before attempting to use the Pro-SD will minimize the possibility of malfunctions.

Pro-SD is the latest addition to the long-selling

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Features of the Mamiya RB67 Pro-SD

Practical

Since 6x7cm excellent picture quality is assured. In demonstrates superior of

the

paper, permitting economical enlargements without cropping.

The revolving adapter allows quick changeover from the vertical or horizontal format

By horizontal format can be selected without moving the camera. Proper picture composition is easily determined by index finder lines interlocked with the revolving adapter.

Bright, parallax-free finder

With the bright focusing screen assures speedy focusing and composing. The parallax-free single-lens reflex Pro-SD thus is ideal for instantaneous photos where the utmost in quality is required.

The Pro-SD roll film holders assure excellent film flatness

The Pro-SD roll film holders are designed with the utmost consider-

ation given to film flatness and also feature an interlocked multiple exposure

the

The

The Pro-SD body back is designed to permit

thus expanding the photographic scope fields that use

6x7cm

format

covers

an area 4.5

results.

6X7cm

format is

simply turning the revolving adapter

lens

aperture open, the subject appearing on the large,

prevention

The newly designed dark slide slot accepts the dark slide from either

left or

6x8 cm

system.

right side.

format now possible

6x8cm.

The ratio between the length and width

almost

the

same

times

the

color

photography, in

as that

for

studio work and in other

35mm

large sized printing

gOa,

either a vertical

6x8cm

photography,

format.

particular,

Close-up photography through the full

the smallest subjects in frame full is possible. When auto extension tubes are used, the lens is employed, life-sized the tubes.

Excellent heat and cold resistance

function over a wide temperature range from approximately -20°C

Enlarged lens mount

mount with a diameter 7mm larger. making it possible to accept a new group of high performance sophisticated lenses, such as the APO, shift, and newly designed wide angle systematized, a The new lenses are designed with emphasis on color contribution and feature a built-in bulb ing feature to assure improved close-up performance. All lenses shutter

Extensive film holders

Series and are available in a diverse photographic need

roll film holders and well as 6x7cm and sheet film holders. All these assure high quality, sharp images large picture area.

use

of the

Since the

The Pro-SD is mechanically advanced so that is components can

-50°C.

Compared to the

Pro-SD accessories are interchangeable with those of the

A wide

bellows can be extended up to 46mm photographing even

subject

can be further enlarged. When a standard

(1:1)

reproductions are possible

convetional RB67

lens

suitable for desired composition can be selected.

(B)

unit, and the wide-angle lenses

use

a lens shutter and an electronic flash synchronize for all

speeds.

variety of accessories and interchangeable

variety

of film holders are

6x4.5cm

6x8cm power drive

Series, the

lens

75mm. Since the lenses are

variety,

thus

avaialble: 6x7cm

(semi-format) holders for the Pro-SD,

holders,

bellows

Pro-SD

has a

have

satisfying every

format 120/200

70mm

holder and

only

with

lens

a float-

Pro-SD

RB67

possible

over

as a

2. Parts

andand How to Operate

Shutter cocking lever

The lever cocks both the sh the mirror. Unless they are set, safety device prevents the shutter release button from being depressed.

Dark slide

When the dark slide is inserted, a safety device prevents the shutter release (Take the dark slide out before taking a picture and put it into the storing

button

from being depressed.

lug.)

Mirror (Never touch it!)

Distance graduation

Focusing knob

Distance scale

Nameplate

By sliding the nameplate, the focusing hood can be exchanged.

. Finder latch

The latch prevents the finder ping off if the nameplate is carelessly move.

from

slip-

Lens mounting index mark (red dot)

Lens mount

Shutter release button

safety device will prevent the shutter from being released if the camera not completely ready for photography.

Shutter release lock ring

When index mark of the ring is aligned with the red dot, a safety device vents

the shutter release being depressed. (Align the index mark with

picture.)

the

white dot before taking a

pre-

button from

Waist-level finder

Focusing screen

Various interchangeable screens are available. Being interlocked with the revolving

adapter, horizontal picture

format

index lines appear under the

screen.

Carrying strap lug

Accessory shoe

Dark slide storing lug

Insert

the dark slide of a holder without

slide

a dark

Focusing knob fixing lever

slot.

Magnifier setting lever

By moving the lever to the left, the magnifier can be set. By pressing

down on the magnifier base plate, the

magnifier can be hooked in place.

Diopter

lens

The diopter lens is interchangeable with other diopter lenses.

Finder mounting prongs

Film advance lever

Unless the film is loaded and advanced, a multiple-exposure preventive device pevents the shutter from being released. Unless the shutter is released, the film cannot be advanced, thus preventing idle film advance.

Film wind-stop release lever

-Memo clip

Convenient slot to store covers or to enter other dat

film box

Coupling pin for film wind-stop

release

When the shutter is released, the pin

will automatically disengage film stop

allowing

subsequent film advance.

wind-

Light baffle

DO NOT touch the baffle with your

fingers!

Revolving adapter

Turning this adapter up to 90° change-over between the horizontal and vertical picture format.

permits

R-lock lever

Use the lever to attach and detach the revolving adapter.

-Slide lock for G-lock type holder

Use the lock to attach and detach film holders. When the dark slide is not inserted in the attached roll film holder, a safety device prevents the holder

from being detached from the camera

body.

Coupling pin for multi-exposure prevention

Release lever for slide lock

When detaching a film holder other

than the roll film holder, or when the

slide lock is locked, move the slide lock to the left while pressing this release lever.

Tripod socket

The

socket fits to a U screw. By tripod with a 3/8-inch tripod screw can be used.

removing

1/4-inch tripod

the inner socket, a

Synchroflash terminal (X contact)

Synchronized at all speeds.

Aperture scale ring

Depth-of-field scale

Shutter speed

ring

Bulb (B)

Used to close the shutter when the shutter speed T (time).

Depth-of-field preview lever

dial has been set at

Bayonet ring

The bayonet ring clamps the lens to the body. When the mirror is not cocked, a safety device prevents the lens from being removed.

Cocking position

Mirror-up

Merely screwing a

the mirror-up

camera for mirror-u free photography. before-hand, then release the shutter just when taking a picture.

marks

socket

soc

Distance scale for depth-of-field

reading

The ring is calibrated in both meters (m)

and feet

(ft).

Distance scale lever for

depth-

of-field reading

Shutter release lock pin

The

shutter can be released by turning

the

shutter

pressing the lock pin.

cocking pin clockwise while

Shutter cocking pin

When cocking the turn the cocking pin to the red dot.

shutter

with a finger,

Lens mount adapter ring

removing the KL lens adapter ring, use it with the RB series lens body. (When using with the Pro-SD, attach the adapter ring to its original position.)

Back cover

Film type index (120 or

Pro-SD Outer

cassette

220) Exposure counter

When the film is advanced and the shutter is released, a red mark appears on the side of the counter digits. When the next film advance is completed, the red mark disappears. The red mark also appears while the film is being advanced from S to 1

Multiple exposure lever

When multiple exposures are desired,

simply

move

the red mark becomes visible.

this lever to the front until

Safety-catch for dark slide

When the film holder is being carried about after detaching it from the camera body, the safety device prevents the dark slide from accidentally slipping off. When the the camera body, the dark slide can be removed automatically.

film

holder is attached to

Dark slide slot

Accepts

the dark slide from either the

right

or left side.

Film spool stud

Load film so that pulled out following the guide marks.

Guide mark for leader paper Starting mark

Wind the film advance lever until the

leader paper staring mark is aligned

with this mark. After closing the

cover, wind the lever several and it will stop at the first position.

back

strokes,

exposure

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Back cover latch (top and bottom)

To open back cover, both top and

bottom latches must be pulled out.

Spool release pin

The film spool is attached and detached by pressing down this pin.

Take-up

After inserting the take-up leader paper is inserted in the spool.

spool stud

spool,

the

Camera Body

Type:

6x7cm

lens-shutter single-lens reflex

camera: corresponding the

Lens

mount:

With safety lock ring.

Viewfinder:

Horizontal format index mark interlocks with revolution of revolving adapter (Vertical format based on fixing index line on focusing screen) 96% of the field of view visible.

Waist-level finder:

Single-action opening and closing, with mounting lock. Interchangeable. Finder magnification is 3x. Interchangeable, diopter lens.

Focusing screen:

With fresnel lens. Interchangeable. (7 types)

Revolving adapter

Full 90° revolving rotary system; vertical horizontal format indicator interlocking mechanism. By R-lock interchangeable system with Polaroid pack film holder, etc. By G-lock revolving adapter system, lock-type film holders are attachable.

6x8cm

format.

Focusing:

Bellows extension system with rack and pinions. Maximum extension 46mm. With focusing knob fixing device.

Shutter and mirror cocking:

Single-action (75°) cocking by lever on the side of the body.

Additional

l Standard Lenses:

Lens: Composition: Angle of view: Filter screw diameter:

features:

Accessory shoe is provided. Shutter release button can be locked to prevent releasing the shutter accidentally.

Mamiya KL 127mm 6

elements in 4 groups 38° 77mm

Aperture:

Full automatic diaphragm (with field preview lever). f/3.5 to 32 (with

G-

stops for aperture settings).

Shutter:

Seiko

1 to

Flash

X contact

Other features:

Mirror-up photography. Bulb (B) feature.

shutter

1/400

second and T (Time)

synchronization:

f/3.5L

with lens hood

depth-of-

click-

Pro-SD 120 Roll Film Holder

Film used:

120 roll film 10 exposures;

Actual negative size: 56x69.5mm

Film advance:

One-stroke film advance lever (After winding 70°

can be wound in several short, definite strokes). Automatic multiple-exposure prevention. Film wind-stop automatic release. Multiple exposures are also an option.

Film counter:

Automatic reset; red index mark disappears upon completion of film winding Features dark slide storing lug and memo clip.

Dimensions:

(Camera body with roll film holder) Height: 144mm Width: 104mm Length: 233mm (with 127mm f/3.5 lens)

Weight:

Camera

body

Revolving adapter

Waist-level finder

Pro-SD roll film holder . . .

127mm f/3.5L

Totalweight

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. . . . . . . . . . .

lens

. . . . . . . .

6x7cm

format

dislocation

prevention,

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.._...._......_._...._.. 780g

1050g

2690g

185g

Attaching and Removing the Lens

After cocking the mirror and the lens

shutter, mount the lens on the camera body.

Cocking the mirror

1. Remove the front body cap from the camera body.

2. Be

sure down position in the camera body, shielding the film plane from exposure to light.

pushing down the shutter cocking lever toward the front of the camera.

that the mirror is in the cocked,

If the mirror is up, cock the mirror by fully

Cocking the lens shutter

1. Remove the rear cap of the lens by turning

the bayonet ring clockwise.

2. Cock the lens shutter. Firmly turn the shutter cocking pins with your fingers, to the red dots (A) of the cocking position,

If the cocking pins are not fully turned to the red dots (A), the shutter will not be completely cocked.

The shutter is always cocked on a lens that

has been removed from the body.

NOTE:

Do not place the camera on its back Otherwise the coupling mechanism may be damaged!

without

the rear body cap or film holder being in place.

Attaching the lens

1. Turn the bayonet ring counterclockwise, and align the white dot on the bayonet ring with the red mark at the center of the lens mount.

2. Mount the lens, keeping the red mark aligned with the red mark on the body; then firmly

twist

camera and lens are now set.

the bayonet ring clockwise. The

..,

Waist-level Finder

Removing the lens

1. Set the mirror and cock the shutter by

pushing the cocking lever as far as it will go

toward the front of the camera body.

Rotate the bayonet ring of the lens counterclockwise as far as it will go (the white dot on the bayonet mark on the body) and remove the lens.

l If the mirror and the shutter are not cocked

the safety interlock will interfere with the

rotation of the bayonet ring and the lens

cannot be removed.

ring

will align with the central red

Releasing the shutter on a lens which has

been

removed from the body

To release the shutter on a lens which has been removed from the camera body, turn the cocking pins pressing the shutter lock pin (A) with a finger. The cocking pins should be turned all the way; do NOT leave the pins turned halfway.

(B)

clockwise, while

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Raising the flnder

Merely lift the back of the finder until it

opens completely.

Operation

Raising the magnifier

Slide the magnifier release slightly to the left

and the magnifier will pop up into position.

Lowering the magnifier

Gently push the base plate of the magnifier

all the way down until it locks in place.

Folding the finder

After lowering the magnifier, gently squeeze the right and left panels of the finder together while closing it.

Changing the diopter lens

While holding the diopter lens base plate with both side panels of the finder, turn the diopter lens counterclockwise, and at the point where the white dot on the diopter lens aligns with the white dot on the base plate, remove the diopter lens.

To mount another diopter lens, simply aligns its white dot with that of the base plate and turn clockwise.

l In addition to the standard (-1.5) diopter

lens, there are 5 others: and -3.

-1,

-2,

Detaching the finder

While pressing the finder latch (A), as viewed from the front, slide the nameplate to the right, and while slightly raising the front remove the finder.

Attaching the finder

Insert the two prongs on the back of the finder into the slots on the camera body, and while pressing the front portion of the finder toward the camera body, return the nameplate to its original position. The latch will pop out and the finder will lock automatically.

Shutter Operation

Shutter release button

The shutter release button incorporates a safety mechanism to prevent accidental release of the shutter.

When the shutter release locking ring is turned and the red index dot is aligned with the white dot (A) on the body, the shutter release button can be pressed.

When the red index dot is aligned with the red dot

(B)

button

Releasing the shutter

the mirror is pushed up and the shutter is released.

l If the mirror is not cocked, the shutter

. The socket inside the shutter release

on the body, the shutter release

cannot be pressed.

When the shutter release button is pressed,

release button cannot be depressed.

is threaded so that a cable release or a

timer can be easily attached.

button

self-

Cocking the shutter

Push the shutter cocking lever forward until

it stops. The shutter in the mounted lens and

the mirror in the camera body will be cocked

simultaneously. The lever will return to its original position automatically.

l When the shutter is not completely cocked

the shutter cocking lever will not return to its original position.

. Once the shutter is cocked, the cocking

lever will not move until the shutter release button is pushed and the shutter released.

Therefore, when the cocking lever

move, it indicates the shutter is cocked.

does

not

Attaching and Detaching the

Roll

Film Holder

Removing the rear body cap

By moving the slide locks (A) on both sides

all the way to the left, the cap be removed.

l Never push the light baffle on the camera

back after removing the rear body cap. If

the light baffle is forced, light leakage or

other malfunctions may occur.

Attaching the roll film holder

Slide the upper and lower slide locks (A) on the back the body completely to the left of the indentation.

NOTE:

Should either slide lock be moved to the right while nothing is attached to the revolving adapter, the slide lock release lever (B) will engaged and the slide lock will not move. If this happens, press the release lever (B) and to the open position.

return

the slide lock

Attach the slide both slide locks firmly in the direction of the arrow. (lock)

l If the revolving adapter slide lock is not

completely pushed in or pulled out, the

shutter safety lock will not release the shut-

ter. Always make sure the slide lock is

properly engaged or disengaged.

l The shutter release button can not be

depressed if the dark slide is completely

inserted or if here is no film in the camera.

In addition the Pro-SD roll film coupler pre-

vents multiple exposures. (See pages 16

and 25 for the shutter release test.)

roll film holder to the body and

Removing the roll film holder

1. Insert a dark slide in the roll film holder.

2. Remove the roll film holder by sliding both

slide

locks (Lock) on the slide lock. .

l When a dark slide is completely inserted,

in the opposite direction to the arrow

If the dark slide is not inserted, the slide lock will be locked by the safety device, and the roll film holder cannot be detached.

the slide lock release lever is automatically disengaged, and the slide locks can be moved without pressing the release levers.

Extracting holder after it has

When the is removed from the body, the safety device prevents the dark slide from being pulled out carelessly or accidentally. However, if you desire to pull it out, simply use your fingernail tip to press the dark slide lock release lever (A) on the bottom of the outer cassette.

the

dark slide of the roll

been detached

roll

film holder for the Pro-SD

film

from

Releasing the Shutter

It is best to become aquainted with the method of releasing the shutter before actually putting film in the camera.

Rotate

roll film holder forward to the multiple

The you are thoroughly familiar with the above steps, return the multiple exposure lever to its normal setting.

the shutter release lock ring until

the mark on it is aligned with the white

dot on the body.

Remove the dark slide or pull it out until

all the triangular holes become visible.

Push the multiple exposure lever on the

exposure position mark is visible.

Push the cocking lever all the way down.

Press the shutter release button.

first

steps can be done in any order. After

i.e. until the red

9. Loading the Film Holder

1. While pressing the back cover, pull out the upper and lower back cover latches and the back cover will open. Remove the film insert.

When loading film, avoid direct sunlight: either load the film in the shade or turn your

body away from the sun and load it in the shade of your own body. Use 120 roll film with the 120 roll film holder and 220 roll film with the 220 roll film holder.

2. While pressing the spool release pin (A) on

the left side of the film insert, insert a new roll

of film on the film spool stud.

Load the film so that the leader paper can be pulled out along the arrow of the leader paper guide mark (B). Wind the printed side of the leader paper on the holder’s pressure plate side. If the printed side does not lace the pressure plate side, reload the film, reversing the film position.

film

with the

3. Pull out the leader into the groove of the take-up spool.

Position the film so that winds evenly between the spool flanges-if it is uneven, film and photo malfunctions may occur.

paper

and insert the tip

the

leader paper

Move the film advance lever gently, until the starting mark (arrow) of the leader paper aligns with the starting mark of the holder. The film advance lever can be moved in several short, definite strokes.

l If the leader paper is pulled too far, the film

may become fogged, so be careful not to

go beyond the arrow.

Setting Start Mark with 220 Roll Film .

To assure even frame spacing, and

prevent overlapping, be sure to wind the film up to the printed arrow start mark, which appears after the dotted line.

Put the insert into the cassette, aligning the

top side of the insert with the white dot (A) of the cassette.

l If the film insert is attached in reverse, the

back cover cannot be closed.

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DO NOT use the dotted line for a start mark.

2. While pressing the back cover gently, push the back cover latches (top and bottom) as far as they will

go,

NOTE:

1. The

outer

cassette of the Pro-SD roll film holder (HA-701) can be used for both 120 and 220 film inserts.

2. The film insert of the

Pro-SD roll film holder cannot to be attached to the outer cassette of the Pro-S roll film holder.

Film winding for first exposure

When the film is completely advanced, the numeral ‘1’ counter and the red film-advance warning will disappear indicating that the holder is ready for photography.

l The shutter cannot be released unless the

film from S advanced with the cocking lever.

will

appear in the exposure

(start)

to 1 has been completely

Exposure Counter

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Operating the Revolving Adapter

Operating the revolving adapter

When the horizontal format mark of the revolving adapter is facing upward, a horizontal photo will result. For a vertical photograph, turn

the revolving adapter clockwise until it stops. To change from vertical to horizontal, turn the

revolving adapter counterclockwise.

In either case, be sure to turn the adapter a

full

until it clicks and stops. If the adapter is stopped midway, the shutter release button cannot be pressed.

l Do NOT turn the revolving adapter while

the shutter release button is being pressed.

Especially, when a cable release or a timer is used, and adjustment of the release tip is improper, the shutter release button will remain depressed after the shutter is

released. Please note!

self-

(Changing the Picture Format to Horizontal or Vertical)

Horizontal picture format

When the revolving adapter is positioned for horizontal format photos, the solid red lines on the ground glass focusing screen indicate the limits of photo composition.

Vertical picture format

When the revolving adapter is positioned for vertical format photos, the broken red lines on the ground glass focusing screen indicate the limits of photo composition.

1 1

Setting the Shutter Speed and the

Apertur

Removing/attaching the revolving adapter

To remove the revolving adapter, pull down the R-lock lever (A) on the back bottom of the camera.

To attach the revolving adapter, position the white dot on the side of the adapter towards the upper side of the camera, push in the R-lock lever while firmly holding the adapter to the camera body.

l The revolving adapter for the Pro-S can

also be used.

l When attaching the revolving adapter,

securely hold it to the camera body. A loose attachment may cause incorrect focusing or leakage of light.

and completly

Setting the shutter speed

Align the desired shutter speed with the red

dot on the center of the lens barrel.

Always set the shutter speed to the click stop position: intermediate shutter speeds cannot be used.

If the speed is changed, after cocking the shutter, do not turn the shutter speed ring rapidly.

12. Focusing and Focusing Knob Fixing

Focusing

When the shutter is cocked, the mirror is cocked simultaneously, and an image is visible on

the ground glass focusing screen. By

ing either the left or right focusing knob, adjust

the focus and compose the picture.

turn-

Focusing knob fixing

After adjusting the focus, turn the focusing knob fixing lever forward and clamp it to secure the focusing mechanism.

l Once secured deviations in focusing are

prevented-ideal for conditions of continuous photo taking.

1 3. Taking Photographs

Advancing the film and cocking the shutter

Film

advancing

Shutter cocking

Shutter releasing

However, either advancing the film or

cocking the shutter can be conducted

first.

Advancing the film

1. Take out the dark slide and release the

shutter. When the shutter is released, the mark will appear in the exposure counter indicating that the film has been exposed.

2. As the shutter is released, simultaneously the film wind-stop mechanism is automatically disengaged, and the film can be advanced to the next frame. When film is advanced one full frame, the figure in the exposure counter advances and the red mark will disappear.

red

The multiple-exposure coupler will prevent

shutter release unless the exposed film

frame is advanced.

A multiple-exposure photographic mode is an added feature. Wind the film advance lever in a slow, steady

manner to avoid film advance problems.

Although the film advance lever cannot be

reversed until it is wound up to the initial

70’,

it can be moved in several short, definite

strokes thereafter.

Storing the dark slide

When photographing, the dark slide may be conveniently kept in the storage on the back of the holder. It can be inserted either from the right or

left

side.

The dark slide can also

side of the camera body as pictured.

be stored on the

Memo clip

The clip on the back cover can be used for

holding the cover of a film box or a slip of

paper to record photographic data.

14. Testing the Shutter When the Film is Loaded

When the shutter is cocked with the darkslide and the shutter release button is pressed, the shutter can be released without exposing the film in the roll film holder to light. This operation can be utilized for

testing the shutter prior to photographing.

partially pulled out

When pulling out the dark slide, stop when the entire triangular hole on the dark slide becomes visible. If the shutter

released when the dark slide is pulled out beyond that hole, the film will be exposed to light. When the shutter is released, a red mark will appear on the exposure counter. When taking the first photograph subsequent to this test, cock the shutter in the multiple exposure mode (see page

32),

and pull out the dark slide. After the first photo is taken, move the multiple exposure lever back to its normal position and continue photographing.

(approx. 5mm)

15. Unloading the Film

After completing the last exposure, completely wind the backing paper on to the take-up spool.

1. Open the back cover of the holder and

remove the film insert. Press the right side spool release pin, remove the full spool, then wrap and seal the film to protect it from loosen-

ing.

2. Move the empty spool to the take-up side

and the camera is ready for reloading.

l The exposure counter automatically resets

to S (start) as soon as the back cover is opened.

l When the exposure counter shows other

than S, film is in the holder. Be careful not open the back cover in this mode!

Winding up film when unexposed frames remained in the holder

Handling of Exposed Film

DO NOT remove exposed film from

the camera unde direct sunlight. Find a shaded area or turn your back to the sun and shade the camera before you open it.

When removing the exposed film, careful to prevent it from unraveling on the

spool.

Gently tighten the paper trailer, moisten the attached seal, and secure the film to prevent light leaks.

l Immediately place exposed film in

your camera case or a bag, away from sunlight.

16. Distance Scale 17. Depth-of-field

Distance from the film plane to the subject

can be determined by the distance scale (A).

Each lens features different distance scale curves as pictured above. The figure on the distance graduation

curve indicates the distance to the subject.

For example, if the distance graduation and the curve are as shown in the photo after

focusing with the 127mm lens, distance to the subject is

white dot. Since the dot coincides with the

right-hand lens indicator, use it to quickly find

the curve on the scale for the lens used.

1.5m

The curve for each lens is marked with a

(5ft).

(B)

which align with the

The focusing screen

1. Set the desired aperture by turning the

aperture scale ring and then adjust the focus.

2. Depress the depth-of-field preview lever (A) and the depth-of-field can be observed on the ground glass focusing screen.

Upon removing your finger, the lever will return to its original position and the lens aperture will fully reopen.

Using the depth-of-field scale

1. Turn the distance scale lever and align

the figure representing the focused distance with the center index on the depth of field scale.

2. The two distances (on both sides of the center index) opposite the same figures as the actual lens aperture on the depth-of-field scale are the near and far limits of depth for a given distance and lens aperture.

For example, when photographing a subject 5 meters away with the aperture of f/32, objects from about 3 to 13m will be in focus.

127mm

lens at an

18.

Time (T) exposures, Flash

Photography

To make a time exposure, first set the

shutter speed

release into the bulb socket. After doing so, the shutter will remain open upon depressing the shuner release button.

The shutter will be closed by pressing the plunger of the cable release without giving any shock to the camera.

The shutter can also be closed by following

procedures.

ring

to T and screw a cable

1. depressing the bulb socket by finger

2. turning the shutter speed ring toward 1 sec.

(1)

3. pressing down on the shutter cocking lever about 30°

l Do not move the shutter cocking lever until

just before closing the shutter.

l When the shutter is closed by the shutter

cocking lever, the light baffle in the camera body drops down slightly; however no fogging occurs,

When the shutter is closed by the shutter

cocking lever, the lever is locked by the reverse motion stopper and does not return to its original position. When the shutter is cocked by further depressing the lever, the lever returns to its original position.

Changing the Focusing

Screen)

Flash photography

Connect the cord of the flash unit to the synchroflash . The flash unit synchronizes at all shutter

speeds.

terminal (X contact).

Determining the aperture

The aperture is determined by dividing the guide number of the flash unit by the subject distance.

For example, when photographed with

IS0100 in m.

(Guide number) 40

(Subject distance) 5 (m)

setting

for flash photography

= (Correct aperture setting) 8

Attaching and detaching

First remove the waist-level finder, then while

holding both sides take out the

To attach it, hold each side and insert the focusing screen into the top of the camera body and press down lightly.

NOTE:

When the focusing screen has been detached, do not touch the picture format red rod indicator on the side of the camera body.

focusing

screen.

Seven types of interchangeable focusing screens are available to meet various photographic applications.

l The

focusing

resin, and since ceptible to damage, be carefully so as to not get fingerprints or other foreign matter on it.

When dust is wiped off with a cloth or lens paper, static electricity attracts more dust. So, use a blower brush to remove dust.

screen is made of

its

surface is soft and sus-

acrylic

20. Mirror Lock-up Photography

The mirror lock-up technique, whereby the mirror is raised beforehand and only the lens shutter is released is ideal for situations where vibrations must be Specifically close-up photography, using telephoto lenses and in slow exposures are necessary mirror ideal. With a tripod and cable release, the mirror lock-up mode ensures the utmost in sharpness.

completely

applications

eliminated.

where long or

lockup

Preparations

For mirror lock-up operation, securely screw

a cable release into the lens socket as pictured. When the socket slightly elevates the camera will be in the mirror lock-up mode.

2. To cock the shutter and the mirror, press the cocking lever forward as far as it will go.

Either Step 1 or 2 can be performed first. Upon depressing the shutter release button

the mirror will rise, but the shutter will remain closed.

Press the plunger of the cable release and

the shutter will operate.

NOTE:

l Unless the cable release is removed from

the mirror lock-up socket, the camera will remain in the mirror lock-up mode and the film

cannot be exposed even when the shutter release button is pressed.

When mirror lock-up photography is completed, be sure to remove the cable release. If the red line around the mirror lock-up socket is still visible, when the camera is still in the mirror lock-up mode. So,be sure that the cable socket sinks and the red line disappears.

l As shown in the photo, some lenses use a

mirror release operating knob. When using a lens with a knob, pull out the mirror release operating knob (A), turn it clockwise, and screw the cable release into the knob aligning the red dot on the knob with the MIRROR LOCK-UP indicator.

When mirror lock-up photography is completed, be sure to remove the cable release and return the knob to its original position.

the cable release

is removed,

Using the Mirror Lock-up

1. When

(1) Screw the short cable into the mirror lock-up socket, and screw the long cable into the shutter release button. (2) By pressing the cocking lever forward as far as it will go,

(3) The first stroke will make the mirror rise,

and the second will release the set speed.

*For lenses which use the mirror lock-up

the bulb unit of the lens, and screw the long cable into the mirror lock-up socket.

exposure is shorter than 1 second:

cock

the shutter and

operating knob, align the knob with the MIRROR LOCK-UP indicator, screw in the short cable, and screw the long cable into the shutter button. The first stroke will make the mirror rise, and the second will release the set speed.

When exposure is longer than 1 second,

it is convenient to integrate

(1) Screw the short mirror release cable into

(2) Set the shutter speed ring to T. (3) Raise the mirror by pressing the shutter release button on the body. (4) The first stroke of the mirror release will open the shutter and the second stroke of the mirror release will close it.

Cable Release

the mirror.

with

time(T):

21 Multiple Exposure Photography

When the multiple exposure lever of the roll film holder is moved forward, the exposure prevention coupling pin disengages. In this mode the shutter can be cocked and released without limit.

The multiple exposure lever can be changed over before or after the shutter is cocked, and also before or after the shutter is released for the first multiple exposure photograph.

. When the multiple exposures are com-

pleted, never fail to return the multiple exposure lever to its original position; otherwise, subsequent photos will also be multiple exposures.

multiple-

22 Close-up Photography

Exposure compensation for close-up photography

When the bellows of the camera is extended for close-up photography, and distance between the lens and the

increases, image brightness on the film plane

decreases, thus requiring an increase in expo-

sure. To adjust the exposure, refer to the exposure compensation scale on the camera body.

When a finder with built-in exposure meter

(i.e. PD Prism Finder or PD Magnifying Hood) is used, exposure compensation is unnecessary, since TTL

When making exposure compensation,

refer to the exposure compensation scale on the camera body.

metering

takes place.

film plane

Maximum close-up photography table with

1. After focusing the lens, read the exposure

compensation factor on the scale.

For example, assuming

that

the focus was

adjusted with the 127mm lens, the result will

be as shown in photo above.

Look for the same pattern in the bottom

column where the side panel lines meet the

127mm lens scale. The numerical value of

that pattem

(+1

in this case) is the

exposure compensation value.

2. Change either the shutter speed or aperture for exposure compensation.

When the exposure compensation value is

open the aperture one step, or slow the shutter speed 1 step. For a 0.5 step sation.

use the half-stop aperture scale settings.

cornpen-

For example, if your exposure meter shows

an exposure setting of

(1/60

sec. at f/16), it

must be adjusted in the case of the

compensation value to

(1/60

sec. at

f/11).

(1/30

sec. at f/16) or

the

l When using

closer than 1 meter

the

50mm and 65mm lenses

(3% ft), it

to use a lens aperture of obtain

l Graduations on the upper side of the

satifactory

lens performance.

distance scale represents the

extension values (mm).

This scale is used to obtain exposure

compensation values for close-up photography with extension tubes.

is necessary

f/16

or smaller to

belows

Using a tripod

(108mmø, slip-on type)

The use of a large, sturdy tripod is recom-

mended for optimum picture quality.

1. The standard tripod has a screw. Simply attach the RB67 Pro-SD as you would any other camera with standard threads.

2. When using a tripod with a first remove the small screw in the base of the tripod socket by turning if counterclockwise with a coin or an appropriately sized screw driver. Next, remove the 1 from the tripod socket by rotating it counterclockwise. The camera can then be mounted on a

3/8

inch screw tripod.

1/4

inch tripod

3/8

inch screw,

inch adapter (A)

Lens hood

The lens hood attached to the standard

127mm lens can be used for the

Screw

the

the lens mount.

l Pull the folded rubber hood straight out. l The lens hood may be left on when the

camera is being carried back and turn out the hood while it is attached to the lens.

l A filter can be screwed in between the lens

and the hood, or in front of the lens hood.

attachment

90mm

ring into the front of

lens.

simply push

Used on

50mm.

65mm

lenses

(80mmø

slip-on type)

For the

75mm f/3.5 lens (80mmø,

slip-on

and

lens

type)

90mm,

Used on 127mm

lenses

(77mmø

screw-in type)

For the zoom lense (60mmø, slip-on

100-200mm

Used on 140mm, 150mm,

and

180mm, 210mm, 250mm, and 350mm lenses (77mmø,

For (77mm0, screw-in

type)

screw-in type)

the

360mm lens

type)

For the 500mm lens (IOBmma.

How to use the Carrying Strap

Attaching the Strap

Hold the metal clamp of the strap so that the key-hole shaped opening faces the Carrying Strap Lug on

the camera body. Gently fit the upper

part over the lug. Next, gently push the bottom of the metal clamp upwards and it will lock in place with a click.

Accessory-shoe side of the camera upside-down, it will be difficult to

remove, so be careful to attach the

clamp rightside-up.

of the key-hole opening

If the clamp is attached to

Removing the Strap

Reach behind the strap and while gently squeezing the top of the protruding front plate (leaf spring), slide the clamp downward and off the lug.

Three Carrying Positions

Depending upon the way the strap is attached to the camera, there are three ways of camera as shown in the accom panying

illustrations rying Strap Lug is not rotary, the carrying strap will not become twisted.

carrying

the

Since the Car-

“‘. b

Back Locking System

The unique back locking system of the Mamiya Pro-SD is designed to allow it to accept a large variety of film holders. All

seies

film holders mount and lock directly

Pro-

on the back of the Pro-SD.

Pro-SD Revolving

AR-701

adapter

Pro-SD

120 Roll

film

220 Roll 6x4.5 to be released soon. 6x4.5 Film holder HE-704 (exclusviely for to be released soon.

Pro-S 120 Roll film holder Pro-S 220 Roll

120/220 120/220 Power drive roll film holder 6x7 6x4.5 Film holder (exclusive for Double cut film/plate holder 70mm Film holder

holder HA-701

film

holder

film

HB-701

holder

120)

Film holder HA-702 (exclusviely

Power drive roll film holder 6x8

for

120):

220):

Pro-SD Polaroid pack film holder HP-701

Lens Mount Adapter Ring

When using Mamiya Sekor C interchangeable lenses with the RB67 Pro-SD, the lens mount adapter ring must be used. It should be attached to the rear lens mount. (When using Mamiya KL lenses with the RB Pro-S and RB67.

remove the lens mount adapter ring.)

. The lens mount adapter ring comes with

Sekor C lenses.

For KL lenses it is attached to the rear lens mount.

Both the 75mm shift and APO 500mm lenses

are L lenses.

l Make sure to securely tighten the lens

mount adapter ring onto the lens mount.

RB67 Pro-SD

RB67

Pro-S

Sekor

The lens mount

adapter ring should

be attached.

The lens mount

adapter ring should

be detached.

Mamiya

RB67

Pro-SD Operation Diagram

Attaching a lens with the shutter released or the mirror raised

When a lens is removed from the body, the mirror is set (lowered) and the lens shutter cocked. Conversely, when attaching a lens, the same conditions should prevail (mirror set and shutter cocked). However, should a lens be attached with either the mirror raised or shutter released, or both, the camera can be reset by following the procedures outlined below.

If the mirror is raised (regardless of whether the lens shutter is cocked or released), simply depress the Cocking Lever to reset the camera.

If the mirror is set and lens shutter released (closed), remove the Dark Slide from the Film Holder and depress the Shutter Release Button (the film will not be exposed). Next, depress the Cocking Lever era.

to reset the cam-

Mirror condition

Shutter blade condition

Opened or Closed

Operation

Shutter setting mode

Shutter blade

/--\ I

1-j

Aperture blade

Just after pressing the

shutter release

Shutter blade

Aperture blade

Mirror-up photography

Shutter blade

Exposure

Shutter blade

/-\

‘L/

Aperture blade

Trouble

Shooting

Various safety interlocking device are incorporated in the Mamiya nate careless operational mistakes. When the

shutter is not released, or when the lens or the

roll film holder cannot

hastily conclude that this indicates a camera

malfunction. Check the following conditions:

the numbers in parentheses indicate the page

number in the Instruction Manual that cover

relevant malfucntions.

Shutter release button cannot

1. Is the shutter release button locked?

Turn the shutter release lock ring counterclockwise and align it with the white dot. (p.13)

2. Is the mirror set?

Set the mirror by pressing the shutter ing lever down.

3. Is the roll film holder loaded with film and has the film the first exposure?

and has the film been advanced to

RB67

Pro-SD to

elimi-

be removed, do not

be depressed

cock-

4. After the shutter was released during nary exposure (not during multiple exposures),

did you advance the film?

5. Was the dark slide pulled out? Pull out the dark slide.

6. Is the revolving adapter turned to the

stop

postion?

Turn the adapter until it stops with a click.

(p. 20)

7. Has the slide lock on the revolving adapter

stopped halfway?

Move the slide lock until it stops. (p.4)

ordi-

click

Lens cannot be removed

To remove, press the shutter cocking lever

down. Set the mirror and the shutter.

When mounting

the

film holder, won’t

(p.10)

the slide lock move?

While pressing the side lock release lever,

move the slide lock to the left. (p. 14)

Can’t the roll film holder be removed?

After inserting the dark slide, the slide lock

should operate.

Camera Storage and Maintenance

the camera is not to be used for a long

time, remove the film.

. Do not store the camera at temperature

exceeding avoid storing in a damp or a sea air environment.

. As your camera is a precision instrument,

avoid exposing it to vibrations or severe shocks. When handholding your camera, always exercise extreme caution so that it

is not dropped or hit against something.

. Prolonged disuse does not lengthen cam-

era life, but shortens it. So, when storing it

for a long time, periodically take the cam-

era out and release the shutter several

times to keep it in good condition.

When using the important photos weddings, overseas photography, be sure to take and check all functions.

It is advisable to put your camera in for periodic check-ups (at intervals of one to two years) optimum performance.

to thus

40°C

or below -10°C. Also

RB67 Pro-SD

for

on location photography, trips

and or other important

ensuring

the best photography at

for

some

trial photos

special

Cleaning

l Never touch the surface of the mirror! If it

needs cleaning, use a blower brush or lens paper to gently remove dust particles. Please

note

touched!

. Do not touch the lens surface. If a finger-

print gets on the surface, first remove the dust particles with a blower brush. Then gently wipe the fingerprint off with a lens cleaning paper with a drop of lens cleaner on it: finaly, gently wipe dry with dry

lens paper.

the surface should never be

Periodic Check

Periodically check the camera to make sure it is in working order. This is especially important before beginning a photographic session or assignment. Check the battery, flash synchronization, mirror and shutter operation, diaphgram funcitioning and film advance. Also check any accessories you plan to use.

For a general overhaul, cleaning, or minor repair, take the camera to your nearest authorized Mamiya Service Center or see your camera shop for advice.

Mamiya RB67 Pro-SD Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Shutter Operation

Releasing the Shutter

Operating the Revolving Adapter

Back Locking System

Lens Mount Adapter Ring