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I purchased this camera for several reasons: 1. I wanted parallel benefits that I enjoy as a Leica M photographer. 2. aspect ratio similar to Leica's 35mm 2. Print large 16x20s but achieve sharp high definition images. 3. Shoot it, when possible, as a handheld camera ...(without worring about that big camera vibration that is associated with the medium format single lens reflex cameras). 4.High Quality Lens. 5. All mecanical --- all manual camera. This camera achieves all of this but would qualify... by calling it the "slow" Texas Leica given this large camera is slower than the Leica M in film advance[almost two cranks to advance the film],and slower focusing because of the lens size versus the much smaller Leica M .
Just received test films from the Lab. They show that the camera is working perfectly. The lens is excellent and is great for scale focusing. Shutter timings appear to be correct.
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Great camera for those who like to shoot medium format rangefinder cameras. Would have preferred a Mamiya 7II as the Mamiya has interchangeable lenses, however, the Fuji produces even larger negatives (6x9cm) compared with the Mamiya's 6x7cm. Also I like the 6x9's aspect ratio of 1:1.5. The Fuji is big but not heavy or unmanageable. The camera is straight-forward. For the exposure, use your eyes or bring a light meter along. Set aperture and shutter speed and shoot away! Just don't forget to take the lens cap off :-). For those who are looking for this type of camera, I think that the Fuji rangefinders are worth looking into. They can be had in very clean condition for anywhere from $500 to $800. Wait for one that comes with the original lens cap and original case as these accessories will make the camera more sell-able when it comes time to trade it in.Read full review
A brilliant Camera and lens, I have given the camera an excellent rating in easy to use, the settings are easy and friendly but as for this kind of camera you need to know what you are doing and be good at your readings, it is a robust camera and can take alot of wear and abuse, and if you look after this you will have years of love of filming, it shoots a 6cmX9cm frame, medium format 120/220 film, if you shoot under 1/100 of a second you have to work the camera manually and time the exposure yourself
Great camera for serious shooters, this is not a run and gun camera. The Fuji GW690III is totally manual, no batteries needed, that means no light meter, so you got to carry that separate. The 6x9 negative you get is solid rock, large enlargements and super sharp image quality. Lens is superb, super sharp but it is a non interchangeable one so only one choice of lens. If you need a solid rock of a MF camera that gives you the largest possible MF negative, go for it. There is no other choice out there. If you are a lazy snap shooter, find something digital. The ultimate large MF rangefinder camera for people who seek the best possible image quality.