Modular Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera taking 6圆 exposures.Alternatives: Bronica RF645, Mamiya Six, Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta III, Fujica GS645 That being said, the 6 still offers an incredibly unique shooting experience that few other cameras can compare to. The Mamiya 6 is likely on this list mostly for its relationship to the Mamiya 7, where people are turned away by the prices of the later 6x7 model and decide to check out the cheaper 6圆 model. If you’re looking to take close-up portraits, a rangefinder camera like this is not for you. The lenses are a bit slow compared to SLR lenses, but it becomes incredibly difficult to nail focus at shallow depth of field using a rangefinder, especially close-up. The 6 has only 3 interchangeable lenses (50mm, 75mm, 150mm) but they collapse into the body, making the 6 one of the most compact medium format cameras ever made. The 6 is square format, taking 12 6圆cm exposures on each roll. There are a few key differences between the 6 and the 7 that might make one a better camera than the other for you. The Mamiya 6 lives a bit in the shadow of its younger 6x7 brother, but it’s a truly superb camera in its own right. Collapsible, ultra-lightweight rangefinder with 3 interchangeable lenses.2x LR44 battery required for all operations, including light meter and shutter.Rangefinder camera taking 6圆cm exposures.Alternatives: Rolleiflex 3.5, Rolleicord, Yashica MAT 124G It’s a camera people don’t mind having their photo taken with, generally. The waist level finder makes it quite discreet, the leaf shutter is extremely quiet, and the classic aesthetic puts people at ease/draws attention. The Rolleiflex is unmatched in build and image quality by any TLR, and even has advantages over more flexible systems. The Carl Zeiss lenses are the draw for many, but the Schneider options more than hold their own. The 2.8 models released after World War II and featured lightning-fast f2.8 Carl Zeiss or Schneider-Kreuznach taking lenses. The Rolleiflex is the iconic TLR design, with most TLRs that came afterwards being branded Rolleiflex copies. So thanks for contributing to this list! Although the 2.8 model is actually a line of products sold from 1950 until 2000, their changes are more iterative than revolutionary so we decided to include them all. If you’re into TLRs, chances are you’ve looked up a Rolleiflex 2.8 at one point. First massively popular TLR, features fast-aperture Carl Zeiss or Schneider-Kreuznach optics.Fully mechanical operation, no batteries required for operation.Shutter: Various, generally Synchro-Compur, 1s - 1/500s + B.Twin Lens Reflex (TLR) camera taking 6圆cm exposures.Alternatives: Minolta Autocord, Yashica-12, Zeiss Ikon Ikoflex The Yashica MAT line is a common first choice for medium format cameras due to its low price point and relative abundance compared to some other cameras on this list. This model does take outdated 1.3v mercury batteries, but these can be easily substituted or replicated to use the internal meter. All of Y ashica’s previous TLRs either had no meter or a selenium cell that may go bad over time. The most notable feature here is the built-in CdS light meter. Although it cannot match the image or build quality of the Rollei cameras, it does a few things even better than its German counterpart. The Yashica MAT 124G is arguably the most well-regarded TLR made by anyone but Rollei, so it makes sense to see it on the list. Low-price TLR featuring a coupled CdS light meter, and final Yashica TLR to be produced.Fully mechanical operation, PX625 battery required only for light meter.Our first list was the top 10 35mm SLRs, so click here if you haven’t seen that one yet! Otherwise, click below to see the video or scroll down to see the text version! Our second list is the top medium format cameras of 2022, based on data taken throughout 2021. It’s an amalgamation of data driven almost entirely by customers and film lovers like you! If a camera you love isn’t on the list, then spread the word and get it higher in search results! Or don’t, and enjoy a hidden gem. I mention this so that it’s clear that this list is not the opinion of Kamerastore. We’ve crunched the numbers and are proud to present a number of Top 10 lists for you to ring in 2022! We have access to unique data regarding google searches, advertisement results, and other data sources that give us a rough estimate of how much people search for a specific model. More and more people are picking up old cameras, and more and more people are recognizing the need to keep these lovely machines in working order. While it was a chaotic time for everyone, the film community saw impressive growth. Let's get started with the big boys! Our second list is the Top 10 Medium Format Cameras of 2022!Īs 2022 approaches, we’ve been taking some time to look back over the past year.