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Bronica ETR Medium Format Camera

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Bronica ETR Medium Format Camera

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Camera Overview — Bronica ETR

The Bronica ETR is a medium format SLR camera built around the 6x4.5cm film frame, offering a modular system designed for photographers who want the quality of medium format in a relatively manageable metal-bodied package. It accepts both 120 and 220 film stocks, giving shooters flexibility in how many exposures they get per roll, and supports black and white, color negative, and color slide film types. The lens mount is the Bronica ETR system, meaning a dedicated lineup of lenses is available for the platform.

Focusing is entirely manual, which is standard for a camera of this era and format. The viewfinder is waist-level and interchangeable, a hallmark of modular medium format design that allows the finder to be swapped out depending on the shooting situation. Flash sync is handled via an X-sync PC connection with sync up to 1/500s, a notably capable sync speed.

The camera runs on a single 6V 4SR44 or 4LR44 battery. At 943g with dimensions of 110 x 106 x 157mm, it is a solid but considered size for medium format work. There is no weather sealing, no image stabilization, and no wireless connectivity of any kind, which is expected for a film camera of this generation.

The metal body construction speaks to its durability and professional-grade build quality.

Key Features — Bronica ETR

6x4.5cm Film Frame: The 645 format delivers a significantly larger negative than 35mm, resulting in finer grain and greater detail when enlarging prints or scanning.

120 and 220 Film Support: Accepts both 120 and 220 roll film, giving shooters the choice between 15–16 exposures on 120 or up to 32 on 220 per roll.

Modular System Design: Interchangeable backs, viewfinders, and lenses allow the camera to be configured for different shooting scenarios without replacing the whole body.

Interchangeable Viewfinder: The waist-level finder can be swapped for a prism or other compatible finder to suit eye-level or studio shooting workflows.

Bronica ETR Lens Mount: A dedicated system mount with a broad range of compatible lenses, from wide-angle to telephoto, made by Bronica and third-party manufacturers.

1/500s Flash X-Sync: PC-sync flash connection with a 1/500s maximum sync speed, faster than most medium format cameras of its era, useful for fill flash in daylight.

Camera Specifications — Bronica ETR

Bronica ETR full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesStudio, Landscape, Documentary
TypeMedium Format
ResolutionNot Applicable (Film Camera)
ProcessorNot Applicable
AF SystemManual Focus Only
AF PointsNot Applicable
Max Photo Resolution6x4.5cm film frame
Burst RateNot Applicable fps
Max Video ResolutionNot Applicable
Max Frame RateNot Applicable
Image StabilizationNone
DisplayNot Applicable Not Applicable

Description — Bronica ETR

The Bronica ETR is a medium format film SLR camera built around a 6x4.5cm film frame, offering a large negative size in a metal-bodied, modular system. It accepts 120 and 220 film, supporting black and white, color negative, and color slide emulsions, so photographers can tailor their film choice to the job at hand. The camera uses the Bronica ETR lens mount, with manual focus as the focusing method.

The waist-level, interchangeable viewfinder is a defining feature of the system's modularity, allowing different finders to be fitted as needed. For flash work, the ETR provides an X-sync PC connection capable of syncing up to 1/500s. Power comes from a single 6V 4SR44 or 4LR44 battery.

The body measures 110 x 106 x 157mm and weighs 943g, built from metal construction with no weather sealing. There is no image stabilization, no hot shoe, and no wireless connectivity, consistent with its analog heritage.

Pros — Bronica ETR

  • ✓6x4.5cm film frame format provides a large negative area compared to 35mm
  • ✓Supports both 120 and 220 film stocks for flexible exposure count options
  • ✓Compatible with black and white, color negative, and color slide film profiles

Cons — Bronica ETR

  • ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in harsh or wet conditions
  • ✗Manual focus only with no autofocus system
  • ✗No hot shoe — flash connection is limited to PC sync port

Videos — Bronica ETR

Bronica ETRSi Review — Compact 645 Medium Format — Kyle McDougall

Resources & Downloads — Bronica ETR

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Frequently Asked Questions — Bronica ETR

What film formats does the Bronica ETR accept?+
The Bronica ETR accepts both 120 and 220 film. It supports black and white, color negative, and color slide film types, giving photographers a wide range of emulsion options.
What lens mount does the Bronica ETR use?+
The Bronica ETR uses the Bronica ETR lens mount. Only lenses designed for this specific mount are compatible with the camera.
What kind of viewfinder does the Bronica ETR have?+
The Bronica ETR features a waist-level, interchangeable viewfinder system. This allows the viewfinder to be swapped out for different finders depending on your shooting needs.
What battery does the Bronica ETR require?+
The Bronica ETR requires a single 6V battery, either a 4SR44 or 4LR44. These are relatively common silver oxide or alkaline battery types available from specialty photo and electronics retailers.
Can I use the Bronica ETR with a flash?+
Yes, the Bronica ETR has an X-sync PC connection that supports flash sync up to 1/500s. Note that there is no hot shoe on the camera, so flash must be connected via the PC sync port.
Is the Bronica ETR weather sealed?+
No, the Bronica ETR has no weather sealing. Care should be taken when shooting in wet or dusty environments. The body is constructed from metal, which contributes to overall durability.

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