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I am looking at the choices and considering a GS-1 versus an RB or RZ67.

GS-1 is more expensive at KEH is is significantly better build or just the scarcity value?

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My GS-1 was pretty cheap relative to the RB/RZ 6 months ago. Great camera, though. Biggest limitation is the minimum focusing distances of their lenses aren't great (other than the 110mm macro). But it's an easy to handle camera, especially with the grip.
 

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I love my GS1. Just got a BGN grade 250mm lens from KEH - fantastic condition!
I've used the RB/RZ and found them difficult to hand hold; the GS1 seems to be weighted rather well for me to achieve this easily.

Weigh-wise they are quite good as well - have carried in my Lowepro backpack for 6 weeks on a trip around the UK, and didn't even blink. :smile:
 

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If you intend to add to the basic kit the RB and RZ are much easier to find lenses & accessories for.
They are heavier than the GS1 but they do have revolving backs.
I think they're worth the extra weight.
 

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I love mine, specifically because of the lack of revolving back, which makes it less bulky and heavy. If you do lots of close-ups, get the Macro lens or an extension tubes. The lenses themselves are absolutely stellar, and the camera handles extremely well, it's very though out.
The accessories can be quite cheap but are a bit harder to get at times than the RB/RZ. If I were you, I'd definitely get one, but I'd wait for a better offer, as they definitely can be found cheaper than the RB/RZ.
 

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Funkpilz is right - the accessories are a little harder to come by.

And E*** is one of the worst places to buy the gear - I was tempted on many occasions for ext tubes and 250mm, but the prices were out of control. About the only item for mine that was a good price, was the Polaroid back I picked up for $50 - and that was almost 10 years ago. (UK seller).

Landed an Ext tube in Tokyo for a song and the 250mm from KEH was well worth the 4 year wait: half the price of E*** and in great condition. If you aren't in a huge hurry to build the kit up, waiting for the right time to buy will save you $$$.
 
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