Collectors out /there?

[Two23]

Checking ebay for parts the 645N still commands a fair price – higher that I thought it should be. Having 2 645's would mean that I could travel with both - one loaded with B&W and the other color - and work off the same lens set and lightweight tripod.

Wouldn't it be easier to just pick a camera that used interchangeable backs?


Kent in SD

[tgtaylor]

Interchangeable backs is the way to go but I started with the Pentax K1000 and was so impressed that when I moved to MF I stayed with Pentax and got the 67II. Then one day I decided to "replace" the 35mm system with the 645N for the negative size and portability. At the time the 645N the logical choice since I had amassed a collection of 67 lens and only needed the 67 to 645 adapter which I got. Too bad Pentax didn't engineer the 645 to take interchangeable backs but I have been very satisfied with their product line and their MF lenses are outstanding.

Thomas