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RZ67II(non D) and DM33 - any experiences, tips, etc?

buggz

New member
I would like to know if/what expensive adapter,
and cables needed to mount and use a DM33 digital back with my existing RZ67II (non D).
Thanks!
 

buggz

New member
Well, hopefully not too long from now, if the deals go through...
I will have a DM33 digital back and a Leaf Mamiya RZ67 Digital Back Adapter.
Now for batteries and cables...

The batteries for the DM33 in the photos I see, look to be Sony type NPF batteries.
Is this true?
 

steve_cor

Member
It uses a Samsung SB-L160 battery. Try to find 2350 mAh batteries. There are some cheap ones with only 1800 mAh. You don't want those.



--Steve.
 

buggz

New member
Possibly will need the Mamiya Camera control cable for Aptus-Mamiya RZ — 216-00128 ?

Looks like this is difficult to find.

Oh, special order from B&H, $180, ouch...

Anyone know of any other place to get this cable?
 

buggz

New member
Or, maybe not...

"Mamiya Camera Control Cable allows remote firing of the camera from the computer keyboard,
when used in FireWire tethered configuration.
The cable is for use with Mamiya DM digital backs on Mamiya RZ and RZ Pro II cameras.
The cable runs from the accessory socket on the camera to the accessory socket on the digital back."


I guess not required, but would be nice to have?

Possibly will need the Mamiya Camera control cable for Aptus-Mamiya RZ — 216-00128 ?

Looks like this is difficult to find.

Oh, special order from B&H, $180, ouch...

Anyone know of any other place to get this cable?
 

buggz

New member
Your searches are better than the results I obtain.
Thanks!

I have been told, "the cable is in the box with the adpater plate."

This is going to rock.
I can now go back to using my light meter and slowing down in general.
This is good...

Here it says you need a matching focusing screen to give you the proper framing guidelines and a matching sync cord to connect the digital back and camera body.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/839406-REG/Mamiya_518_02213A_RZ_I_F_Leaf_Aptus_AII.html




--Steve.
 

Steve Hendrix

Well-known member
Your searches are better than the results I obtain.
Thanks!

I have been told, "the cable is in the box with the adpater plate."

This is going to rock.
I can now go back to using my light meter and slowing down in general.
This is good...

FYI - in case the cable breaks (the standard sync cable, not the motor drive control cable), it's a $20 replacement cable, if you can find them. We have them.

Keep in mind those batteries - they are available in even larger amp ratings, and because they are not enclosed, the only harm is the battery will hang down further... but on an RZ, maybe not such a big deal if your tripod head doesn't get in the way. Standard 2350mAh SBL-160 batteries last a couple hours. How about 4-5 hours?

https://www.amazon.com/Amsahr-S-SBL...s=samsung+sbl-480&qid=1580157103&sr=8-1-fkmr1


Steve Hendrix/CI
 

buggz

New member
Thank you for this information.
I am getting one standard "real" battery with the DM33 back.
I will look into these new battery options.

FYI - in case the cable breaks (the standard sync cable, not the motor drive control cable), it's a $20 replacement cable, if you can find them. We have them.

Keep in mind those batteries - they are available in even larger amp ratings, and because they are not enclosed, the only harm is the battery will hang down further... but on an RZ, maybe not such a big deal if your tripod head doesn't get in the way. Standard 2350mAh SBL-160 batteries last a couple hours. How about 4-5 hours?

https://www.amazon.com/Amsahr-S-SBL...s=samsung+sbl-480&qid=1580157103&sr=8-1-fkmr1


Steve Hendrix/CI
 

buggz

New member
What's the best sensor cleaning method and product for use with digital backs?
This is kinda crazy, it seems it's always exposed?
 

buggz

New member
Received adapter plate today.
Quick test on a super dreary day.
RZ67 II - 110/2.8 - ISO 50 - 4sec.
L_001113-resized.jpg
 
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