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Mamiya 645 SVX II  Medium Format SLR Camera

The 645 Pro-TL features fast and convenient 35mm handling, with a medium format negative size 2.7 times larger than 35mm, complete World-Class Mamiya lens and accessory system, interchangeable film magazines and viewfinders, convenient TTL/OTF flash automation and digital back compatibility.

The Mamiya 645 Pro TL is at the heart of the 645 series. Its ergonomic, compact, rugged and modular design make them the choice of professionals who want to step up to medium format.

Featuring fast and convenient 35mm-like handling, the 645 Pro TL yields a negative 2.7 times larger than 35mm. Its multi-format capabilities include interchangeable film magazines for 6x4.5cm, 35mm standard and 13x36mm panoramic, plus Polaroid instant proofing.

The 645 Pro TL system is so extensive it can take on virtually any assignment. From fashion and beauty to travel and nature; from sports and photojournalism to architecture and advertising illustration: always with superior results and convenient operation.

The system includes several motor winders and viewfinder options, as well as a host of accessories designed for the working professional including power drive grips, interchangeable viewing screens and close-up attachments.

The ever-expanding family of over 20 Mamiya 645 Series high performance lenses rivals the assortments of the most impressive 35mm lines. Mamiya lenses include spectacular high speed telephotos and the only APO Series of lenses in medium format including the 150mm f/2.8, 200 f/2.8 APO, 300 f/2.8 APO, and 500 f/4.5 APO. These lenses are ideal for exciting and dramatic results in fashion, sports, photojournalism, and wildlife photography.

For pros, photo-enthusiasts, outdoor or travel photographers, the amazing 120mm f/4 MACRO, 55-110mm f/4.5 ZOOM, or 105-210mm f/4.5 ZOOM offer supreme versatility and performance in a variety of situations. For critical and illustrative architectural work, there is the 50mm f/4 PC Shift lens, 24mm f/4 ULD Fisheye, and four other wide angle lenses to choose from. Whatever your specialty or interest, you are sure to find the 645 lens that's right for you.
Features
6x4.5 format is nearly 3 times larger than ordinary 35mm format
Ergonomic Design
Easy Mirror Lock-Up and Multi-Exposure
A/S Matrix Metering
TTL/OTF Flash Automation with the 645 Pro TL body
Ideal Platform for Digital Imaging
Dual Shutter Capability with Leaf Shutter Lenses
Instant Return Mirror
Interchangeable Film Backs and Magazines
Electronic Interface with Auto Indexing For all Lenses and Film Magazines
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
Motor Drive Grips

Specifications
Camera Type Medium Format SLR (Single Lens Reflex) Camera
Format 6x4.5cm, 35mm, Polaroid
Lens Mount 645 Bayonet
System of over 20 interchangeable Lenses
Viewfinder Choose from Five optional interchangeable viewfinders available: Waist Level (#211310), AE Matrix Prism Finder (#211315), Non-metering PRO Prism Finder, #211316), SV AE Reflex Finder (#211102), SVX non-metering reflex finder
Focus Type Precision Helicoid
Focus Screen Type E split/microprism combination (Standard)
Five additional screens available: Type "A" Matte (#211340); Type "A4" Checker (#211341); Type "B" Rangefinder Spot (#211342); Type "C" Microprism (#211343);
Exposure Compensation AE Prism Finder FE401 allows manual exposure compensation (in 1/3 EV steps)
Exposure Metering With AE Prism Finder: Aperture Priority; MODES: Average (Center-Weighted), Spot (reads only center of frame) and Auto-Shift Program (switches between Average and Spot according to relative contrast in brightness between the center and surrounding area of the frame); AE Prism Finder allows manual exposure compensation (in 1/3 EV steps); Center-Weighted, Aperture Priority possible with AE Reflex Finder; Blinking LEDs signal correct exposure in both viewfinders
Shutter /Release Electronically timed speeds
4 seconds to 1/1000 second
Self canceling self timer
B and T setting
Mirror up-operation
AE and AEL settings

/Electromagnetic release accepts standard mechanical cable release with adapter, electronic release cable, radio or infra-red remote control
Flash sync Sync speed is 1/60 sec; Body contains "PC" terminal (for external electronic flash connection ONLY) plus hot shoe; TTL/OTF auto flash operation from 1/60 to 4 secs. with SCA 396A flash adapter; SCA Adapter 300E (#211117, or Metz #5595) required for Metz shoe mounted flashes; TTL flash control fully compatible with Metz, Quantum and Sunpak systems using proper modules
Film Transport Single Action advance with folding rapid wind crank or optional motor winders
Two optional power drives available: SV Power Drive Grip (#211103) which allows single shot advance, and Power Drive Grip 2 (#211431) which allows continuous shooting, and which will automatically cock the leaf shutter lenses.
Camera Back Interchangable Magazines: Auto-indexing Film Speed Dial
Dark Slide Pocket
Dark Slide Safety Interlock
Tripod Socket 1/4 and 3/8"
Diopter Correction Diopters available from -3 to +3; Built-in rotating diopter on the FK402 AE Finder (-5 to +5)
Self Timer 10 seconds; Counts 8 seconds and blinks 2 seconds before exposure; cancellable
Depth Of Field Preview achieved through a switch on each lens
Mirror Lock Up Yes, with lever on left side of body
Multiple Exposure Yes w/Single action multi switch
Power Source One 6V silver oxide, 6V alkaline, 6V lithium. PX28, 4SR44 or 4LR44
Dimensions 124x106x158mm (4.9" x 4.2" x 6.2")
Weight 1345g. (3.0 lbs.) w/waist level finder, 80mm f/2.8 N lens, 120 Magazine