Mamiya announces big news for large-sensor digital: the new Mamiya RZ33 camera kit. The RZ33 advances the long adored Mamiya RZ line to a new level, bringing the famous ease of use and versatility of the Mamiya RZ camera system to the large-sensor digital arena. No cables required! Simply add your favorite razor sharp RZ lens and a CF card, and you are ready to produce big, luscious images.
Ideal for the existing Mamiya RZ system owner
Integrated-operation 33mp large-sensor digital system – no cables required
Vertical-Horizontal rotation built-in — no need to turn the camera
Fully compatible with all Mamiya RZ system lenses
Leaf shutter flash sync with all RZ system lenses, up to 1/400 second
Integrated bellows focusing system: for close focus with every lens
Fully compatible with all Mamiya RZ system viewfinders
Includes Capture One and Leaf Capture image processing software
The Mamiya RZ Professional system has long been one of the favorite camera systems in the world. It is no wonder, when you look at its combination of smart, photographer friendly features, and its world-renowned optics. From it's legendary "Ideal Format", almost perfect for making 8 1/2 x 11 proportional images with virtually no image cropping or format waste, to its unique revolving back, which provides vertical or horizontal composing, the Mamiya RZ Professional system has earned the respect of professional photographers around the world.
Now with the demand from photographers to provide clients with clearly superior digital image quality, Mamiya introduces the new RZ33 digital camera kit. The RZ33 is the result of an evolution into the next generation of digital large sensor cameras. It offers advanced microprocessor technology for direct communication of all camera functions to its 33mp digital back through it's MSC (Mamiya Serial Communication) system. The result is cable-free digital operation just as smooth and trouble-free as shooting with film.
Of course the new RZ33 offers professional photographers the same exclusive features of its legendary predecessors such as:
Rack and pinion bellows focusing, with left and right course and fine focusing adjustment knobs plus a locking focus lever. The bellows focusing system provides for close-up focusing capabilities with every RZ lens, as well as infinity focusing—all without mounting-and-unmounting cumbersome adapters.
Interchangeable Mamiya world-class quality lenses, with built-in leaf shutters offer shutter speeds from 8 to 1/400sec. (plus T-setting for up 32 seconds). Electronic flash synchronization is achieved at all shutter speeds and intermediate shutter speeds can be set on the camera's speed dial setting for more critical digital exposure control.
Interchangeable Viewfinders, offer multiple viewing options. Choose from the waist-level finder (included) for low-angle versatility, or one of the eye-level prisms, such as the AE Prism Finder FE701 which provides A/S Matrix metering, 1/6 f/stops exposure accuracy plus an LED function display in the viewfinder.
Interchangeable power winder (optional) The Power Winder 2 is powered by AA batteries or an AC Adapter and adds ease of use by cocking the shutter and resetting the mirror automatically. It produces single or sequential exposures at about 1 frame per second. It can also be remote controlled with radio or infrared transmitters.
Many fail-safe system checks, warn the photographer both with visual and audible warning alert signals. And as you would expect, the new RZ33 is system compatible with all existing RZ lenses and most accessories.
Type
33 megapixel large sensor format, 6726x5040 pixels, 16 bits/channel
Leaf Shutter
Revolving Back
Bellows Focusing
Single Lens Reflex
Capture Characteristics
6726x5040 pixels, 16 bits/channel
ISO 50-800, user selectable
12 f-stop dynamic range
HDR-type Mosaic RAW file, uncompressed or lossless compression settings
Lens conversion- use lens approximately 30% shorter focal length than for 6x7cm film
Burst rate of 1.1 sec/frame
Software RAW file processing: Capture One™, Leaf Capture™, Adobe Lightroom™ (v2.5 and newer) Adobe Photoshop™ (CS4 and newer) Tethered Capture: Capture One, Leaf Capture
Capture Modes Untethered: Direct to CF card Tethered: Direct to computer via FireWire 800
Lens Mount
Breech-lock Bayonet
Gold Plated Electronic Interface Pins
Lenses
RZ System of 19 interchangeable Leaf Shutter Lenses
Shutter
Electronically Timed Speeds
8 Seconds to 1/400 Second
B and T Setting
Mirror-up Operation
AEF Setting Accepts AE Finder
Shutter Release
Electromagnetic Release Accepts Standard Mechanical Cable Release,
Electronic Release Cable or Infrared Remote Control
Shutter Cocking
Single Action 114° Stroke
Optional Motor Winder
Digital Back User Interface
6x7cm Touchscreen user interface for custom file and capture settings
Remote Image Viewing
Apple® iPhone®, iPod Touch®, and iPad® (RZ33 in tethered mode, WiFi network required)
Power RZ body: One 6V Silver Oxide or 6V Alkaline PX28, 4SR44 or 4LR44. Do Not Use Lithium Batteries. Digital Back: One 7.2v Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery (included).
Kit Includes
Mamiya RZIID camera body with 33mp focusing screen, Mamiya cable-free Digital Integration Plate;
Mamiya DM33 digital back & battery, battery charger, FW800 cable (for tethered shooting), software.
The Mamiya 50mm f/4.5
ULD L is an ultra-wide lens exhibiting minimal distortion and extreme depth of
field, dramatically linking foreground and background subject matter. Ultra Low
Dispersion glass is used for maximum sharpness, plus a floating element system
is incorporated to ensure that high contrast and resolution from the center to
the periphery of the image area are guaranteed.
Applications include landscape, architecture and photojournalism.
Software Choices
Mamiya recognizes that different situations can call for different photographic tools, especially the software you use. After all, software can be a very personal matter. With this in mind, the Mamiya RZ33 series is designed with the ultimate in software versatility, with Raw file processing compatibility with a number of applications, such as Adobe® Photoshop® CS4, and Lightroom® 2.
Included with all the Mamiya RZ33 models are two of the most powerful software solutions for tethered shooting, as well as Raw file post-processing: Capture One™ DB and Leaf Capture™. Regardless of which software application you choose to use, you will feel confident in knowing that your Mamiya RZ33 is designed to work with the industry’s leading professional image processing solutions.
Capture One
Capture One 5 DB is a leading raw converter and workflow software which enables photographers to reduce the time and effort required to deliver stunning ready-to-use images with excellent color and detail. Now with tethered shooting support for the Mamiya RZ33 series, Capture One DB features a sophist acted toolset and customizable graphic interface that has become the industry standard for many professional photographers and their clients.
Capture One DB is designed to create the best image quality in the market and holds a series of easy-to-use tools created to match the professional photographer’s daily workflow.
Leaf Capture
Leaf Capture workflow software The leader in speed and image quality
Designed expressly to maximize productivity with Mamiya RZ33 digital products, the latest Leaf Capture software is the professional photographer’s tool to quickly and easily move from image capture to print. With the addition of the new Leaf Remote Capture app for the Apple® iPhone™ and iPod® Touch, the Leaf Capture suite offers photographers a simple, freedom-enhancing work area for both photographer and client.
New and Improved Features
With input from leading photographers for ongoing improvements, Leaf Capture has added the features required to quickly compose your images, while improving the overall package. The intuitive user interface guides you through the image capture workflow. Use it to check and perfect your images while you shoot, including live video preview. Ideal for high-volume productions on tight deadlines, such as catalogs and fashion shoots. Leaf Capture is the fastest tethered workflow application for commercial shooting. Adjust images on your computer to match the creative demands of portrait, fashion, and commercial photography.
The latest versions of Capture One, Leaf Capture, and Leaf Capture Remote are available for download through our Support and Downloads
Attached to any of the
RZ or RB prism finders, it assures enhanced precision focusing by magnifying the
central portion of the screen. After focusing, it can be raised to confirm
overall composition.
Featuring 5 lens elements in 2 groups, it produces a side-correct,
distortion-free image. Particularly useful for critical focusing with wide
angle, telephoto and variable soft focus lenses, as well as for copy work and
macro photography. Built-in -6 to +4 diopter correction. For AE Prism Finder and
Prism Finder Model 2.
Q:Does the RZ33 kit include a lens? A: Lenses are available separately, or you can use your existing RZ lenses.
Q:How is the RZ33’s camera body different the RZ Pro and Pro-II? A: The RZ33 kit features a new RZ camera body with integrated electronics for direct, cable-free communication with the digital back. While previous models of the RZ67 camera can work with the digital back, these older models require a special adapter that involves external cabling systems. In short, the RZ33 digital kit is almost exactly like using a RZ67 film camera: simple and hassle-free.
Q:Can I use the Mamiya RZ lenses I already own, and are they sharp enough for such high-resolution capture? A: Yes, the entire range of Mamiya RZ lenses is fully compatible with the RZ33, and are some of the sharpest lenses made—currently or historically. In fact, you may be amazed at the level of detail that your existing RZ lenses will produce with the RZ33 system.
Q:When looking through the viewfinder, how can I tell if the digital back is vertical or horizontal? A: The focusing screen of the RZ33 features an alternating horizontal/vertical indicator system, which is visible at all times.
Q:Can I use my existing RZ67 prism and power winder with the RZ33? A: Yes. The RZ33 is compatible with all RZ67 system accessories.
Q:Can I use my RB system lenses with the RZ33? A: No, only RZ system lenses.
Q:Can I use a film back on the RZ33’s camera body? A: Yes.
Q:Is there a lens conversion factor for the RZ33? A: While the RZ33 does feature a very large sensor, there is still a slight lens conversion when compared to 6x7 film. The simplest way to express this is to determine the lens you would use with 6x7 film, and then subtract 30% from that focal length. The result is the focal length to use with the RZ33. Example: If you would use a 150mm lens with 6x7 film, then the RZ33 would require a 110mm lens for the same results.
Q:My RZ67 film camera did not need to be turned off when I was done using it.
Why do I need to turn off the 'D' (digital) camera body with the RZ33 when I am done photographing? A: The RZ33 digital camera kit comes with a new version of the RZ camera body, which features integrated circuitry that "talks" internally with the digital back (thus the 'D' designation on the camera body). With this circuitry, the new RZ33 kit is continually on the ready for your next photograph. No annoying 'sleep modes' to surprise you during your sessions! When you are done photographing, you then turn the RZ camera body off, just like you would any other digital camera.
With the RZ33's new-style camera body, simply locate the rotating collar around the shutter release button, and turn it to the orange dot to turn the camera body off. Then power down the digital back. When you are ready to photograph again, turn the RZ's shutter release collar to the center (white) position to power up the RZ camera body, and then power up the digital back.
Q:Why is the RZ33's digital back set to "Mamiya DM" as the 'camera type'?
Why not "Mamiya RZ"? A: The RZ33 uses a new type of Mamiya RZ camera body (RZ Pro IID) which uses MSC (Mamiya Serial Communication) circuitry to communicate internally with the digital back, just like Mamiya's DM series of DSLRs. No annoying cables! In order to "talk the MSC language", the digital back is set to the Mamiya DM system setting. Set it and forget it!
However, the "Mamiya RZ" camera type setting remains listed as an option on the digital back, solely for users of older generations of the RZ system (original RZ, and RZ Pro II), which require special external cabling and an adapter kit. Again, the "Mamiya RZ" setting on the digital back is only for older models of the RZ system.
The Mamiya 50mm f/4.5
ULD L is an ultra-wide lens exhibiting minimal distortion and extreme depth of
field, dramatically linking foreground and background subject matter. Ultra Low
Dispersion glass is used for maximum sharpness, plus a floating element system
is incorporated to ensure that high contrast and resolution from the center to
the periphery of the image area are guaranteed.
Attached to any of the
RZ or RB prism finders, it assures enhanced precision focusing by magnifying the
central portion of the screen. After focusing, it can be raised to confirm
overall composition. 