Fuji GF670 on ebay right now

[david b]

A dealer out of Japan has just listed his first Fuji GF670 for sale.

The price is about $800 higher than retail.

See the auction here.

(i have nothing to do with the auction or the seller)

 

[wildbill]

yeah but shipping is free!
Looks like a sweet camera though. Even at 2200 bucks I wouldn't touch it.

 

[david b]

I emailed the seller and offered $2300.

We'll see what happens.

 

[david b]

The response from the seller:
"no, never. sorry."

 

[dougjgreen]

FYI, Stephen Gandy at Cameraquest is taking pre-orders of the Voigtlander Bessa III version of this camera for $2250 currently. He says it's expected to ship in late May or Early June. If you're in the U.S., this might be the way to go.

http://www.cameraquest.com/voigtl_bessa_iii.htm

 

[david b]

I will be going ordering from Stephen if I decide to buy the camera.

 

[MattKing]

If you don't mind buying from Canada, Rob at Big Camera Workshops (an APUG sponsor) has this camera at $2,650.00 CDN. I'm sure he'd be happy to help .

Here is a link to the appropriate page on his website:

http://www.bigcameraworkshops.com/default2.asp

Matt

Edit: I cannot link directly - just click on the Voigtlander/Bessa link from the page referenced

 

[Merg Ross]

FYI, Stephen Gandy at Cameraquest is taking pre-orders of the Voigtlander Bessa III version of this camera for $2250 currently. He says it's expected to ship in late May or Early June. If you're in the U.S., this might be the way to go.

http://www.cameraquest.com/voigtl_bessa_iii.htm

Thanks for the tip. I have followed the rumors of introduction for this camera over several years. I really like the concept, although very happy with my Rollei 66 cameras. What interests me, is the lighter weight of the Fuji, acknowledging the lack of interchangeable lens capability.

However, before ordering this new product, I would like to hear reviews from those who have had the camera in their hands, shot film and made prints. Otherwise, it seems like a pig in a poke, and premature to jump at the initial introduction of the camera. Fuji has an excellent, and deserved, reputation in large format; I use their lenses and film.

I hope that this camera is another of their fine contributions to film photography, and will await reviews of the GF670.

 

[Terence]

I have a couple of their medium format cameras. Superb lenses. The only downside is that they all seem larger than they need to be.

 

[Chazzy]

Thanks for the tip. I have followed the rumors of introduction for this camera over several years. I really like the concept, although very happy with my Rollei 66 cameras. What interests me, is the lighter weight of the Fuji, acknowledging the lack of interchangeable lens capability.

However, before ordering this new product, I would like to hear reviews from those who have had the camera in their hands, shot film and made prints. Otherwise, it seems like a pig in a poke, and premature to jump at the initial introduction of the camera. Fuji has an excellent, and deserved, reputation in large format; I use their lenses and film.

I hope that this camera is another of their fine contributions to film photography, and will await reviews of the GF670.

Like you, I will be very interested to read actual reports from users and test results, now that we have been anticipating this camera for so long.

 

[Iwagoshi]

Not wanting to be a shill for Dirk but if you're desperate for GF670 here is his offer.

 

[david b]

Does Dirk have it in stock?

SK Photo claims to have two in stock.

 

[Iwagoshi]

Does Dirk have it in stock?

SK Photo claims to have two in stock.

I just pinged him.

 

[Dirk-san]

Hi guys, thanks for the link. Only one of my pre-ordered customers has his yet, all others still waiting. New orders take 1-3 months...

If you have deep pocket, go with SK Photo and a generous $800 tip for the favour...

 

[Merg Ross]

Thanks. It will be good to hear from someone who has put a roll of film through it, and made a print. I await future posts.

 

[Dirk-san]

http://www.rangefinderforum.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1049181#post1049181

He might be the first, but he is on a ship for a month now...

 

[stealthman_1]

Gandy says maybe a month.
I bought a Bessa II for two reasons. I've wanted one for a while as I like the 6x9 format (have a Fuji GW690II) and I thought it would stem the desire for a III. Well I was wrong as usual and put my deposit down on a III.:rolleyes: After using the II, it made me want a III even more, though I am disappointed in the numbers on the Voigtlander website indicate the III is slightly larger (in all dimensions closed) than the II. I expected that it would be taller with the larger rangefinder unit, but I hoped it would be a tad less wide due to the shorter film gate. One of the great things about these cameras is they get in where a Hasselblad would not. In 'No Professional Camera' places, they don't bat an eye at an old folder.

 

[jack_hui]

Just want to share some pictures taken by GF670.

EFKE R50 (Set ISO50)
Rodinal - 1:100, Stand Development, 20DegC, 60mins

#1

#2

#3

#4

#5

#6
Little chop to 1:2 ratio

 

[stealthman_1]

Thanks for the pics...how about some first impressions...?

 

[david b]

sk_photo, the ebay seller, emailed me about an item I have for sale, to tell me my price is too high. he's been trying to buy this camera for a while. so I told him his price for the GF670 is too high and that another shop now has one for sale for $2736. In return, he dropped his price to $2766, still $500 above the retail price.

 

[rootberry]

I had seen that his prices had dropped, now I know why!

 

[rootberry]

I'm inclined to say the same, but I still really want one of these buggers!

 

[aoresteen]

Not for me. When they make a 6x9 with a 105mm f/4 I will be the first in line!

 

[Robland]

What about the Bessa III that is listed as a Bessa II for $2352? (been there for at least 3 days)