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
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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
RB67
has been highly recognized throughout the world as the
54mm
to
61mm,
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interval lens mount diameter
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1.
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
of
large sized printing
gOa,
either a vertical
6x8cm
photography,
format.
particular,
it
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
or
to
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
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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.
a
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
A
safety device will prevent the shutter
from being released if the camera
not completely ready for photography.
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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
is
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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.
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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
a.
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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
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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
d
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
By
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.)
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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.
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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.
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spool stud
spool,
the
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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
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-
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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.
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Dimensions:
(Camera body with roll film holder)
Height: 144mm
Width: 104mm
Length: 233mm (with 127mm f/3.5 lens)
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Weight:
Camera
body
Revolving adapter
Waist-level finder
Pro-SD roll film holder . . .
KL
127mm f/3.5L
Totalweight
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lens
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6x7cm
format
dislocation
prevention,
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1050g
2690g
185g
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4.
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,
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If the cocking pins are not fully turned to the
red dots (A), the shutter will not be completely cocked.
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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.
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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
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5.
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.
2.
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.
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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.
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Folding the finder
After lowering the magnifier, gently squeeze
the right and left panels of the finder together
while closing it.
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