Mamiya M645 1000S Medium Format Camera
The Mamiya 1000s is a Medium Format medium format camera — known for its 6×4.5cm Medium Format and Mamiya 645 Lens Mount. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Mamiya M645 1000S Medium Format Camera
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Overview — Mamiya 1000s
Key Features — Mamiya 1000s
6×4.5cm Medium Format: Shoots on 120 and 220 roll film, producing a large negative that captures significantly more detail than 35mm film.
Mamiya 645 Lens Mount: Compatible with the full range of interchangeable Mamiya 645 lenses, covering wide-angle through telephoto focal lengths for portrait, landscape, and commercial work.
Focal Plane Shutter: Provides precise exposure control across a range of shutter speeds, with a top speed of 1/1000s as indicated by the model name.
120 and 220 Film Support: Accepts both 120 and 220 roll film, allowing photographers to choose between standard or double-length rolls depending on the session.
Dual Flash Connectivity: Both a hot shoe and PC sync port are included, making the camera compatible with a wide range of flash units and studio strobes.
Manual Focus Operation: Full manual focus control allows precise focus placement, a standard workflow for medium format portrait and studio photographers of the era.
Specifications — Mamiya 1000s
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Studio, Product, Fashion |
| Type | Medium Format |
| Sensor | Medium Format |
| AF System | Manual Focus Only |
| Lens Mount | Mamiya 645 |
| Hot Shoe | ISO Standard (Universal) |
Description — Mamiya 1000s
The Mamiya M645 1000S is a medium format SLR film camera from the 1970s, built on the Mamiya 645 lens mount and designed for professional-level image-making with medium format roll film. Supporting both 120 and 220 film, the camera gives photographers flexibility in session length and frame count. Its focal plane shutter handles exposure duties, while flash photographers benefit from the inclusion of both a hot shoe and a PC sync port — a dual-connectivity setup that works with portable flash units and studio strobes alike.
The M645 1000S is a manual focus system, requiring the photographer to focus through the lens directly, which suits deliberate and methodical shooting styles. With full compatibility with interchangeable Mamiya 645 lenses, the system is adaptable across a range of photographic disciplines. The body weighs between 1,400g and 1,500g, consistent with the robust build of professional medium format SLR cameras of the era.
Pros — Mamiya 1000s
- ✓Shoots both 120 and 220 roll film, offering flexibility in frame count per session
- ✓Dual flash connectivity via hot shoe and PC sync port accommodates a wide range of flash and strobe setups
- ✓Focal plane shutter provides precise exposure control suited to professional shooting
Cons — Mamiya 1000s
- ✗Body weight of 1,400–1,500g makes it heavier than 35mm SLRs, adding to carry load in the field
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability for fast-moving subjects
- ✗Film-based system requires sourcing, loading, and processing 120 or 220 roll film
Videos — Mamiya 1000s
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