I chose the Mamiya M645 for its reputation as an approachable medium format camera, this being my first experience outside of 35mm. The weight took some getting used to, as did the overall layout and mechanics. After a few rolls I felt comfortable with it, though, and was floored by the image quality and detail. I’m only sorry to have waited this long to try medium format.

Adam OttkeDecember 18, 2019portrait, kodak, 35mm, contax, g2, contax g2, film, film photography, analog

Alex Radelich with the Mamiya RB67

I've been interested in photography for as long as I can remember. It wasn't until the last three years that I got really interested in film. I fell in love with the whole process. Naturally, I started with a Canon AE-1P and moved my way backwards down the timeline of cameras and ease of use.

Adam OttkeNovember 5, 2018mamiya, rb67, medium format, film, analog, photography, 120

Brian Petrillo with the Mamiya M645

After three promising rolls of Portra, my “new” Pentax 67 (from eBay) had jammed up on me and needed repair. I had been planning a nine-day tour of the UK and Ireland to explore castles, cathedrals, and photograph the brilliant landscape. I was excited to use the Pentax along with my Rolleiflex Automat as its sidekick.