Looking for first rangefinder, not sure between a 35mm or medium format

[Prospero]

Kindly inform me as to the make and model of 6x12cm roll film holder that will fit my 4x5 Crown, which has a standard Graflock fit. I'd love to use 120 film and get the 6x12 format. Which lens is recommended for extra wide angle coverage?

The Horseman 612 will fit. It is more expensive than the Chinese ones, but very well made. "Extra wide" is a bit subjective but I would recommend experimenting with the back and whatever lenses you have now before you commit. The 1:2 aspect ratio can create a sense of "wideness" that 4x5 doesn't.

 

[rjas]

I've been looking for a Leica M6 classic or maybe an M2 if I can figure out if shooting 28mm on it is doable without the external finder. Anyone know of any reputable sources that sell these? Would prefer not to bid on ebay.

 

[Abbazz]

Why not a Fuji? Fuji makes superb MF cameras with great lenses.

I carry my G690 with 2 or 3 lenses everywhere I go. The problem is that it's a little on the heavy side and I prefer to travel light. Here's the trick: I have been on a diet for a few weeks and have lost 6kg. That's much more than the weight of my whole photo bag!

If the big 690 series seem overkill to you, remember Fuji also makes nice 6x4.5 rangefinder or autofocus cameras. They are perfect for travellers: easy to use and lightweight.

Cheers,

 

[Bromo33333]

Why not a Fuji? Fuji makes superb MF cameras with great lenses.

I carry my G690 with 2 or 3 lenses everywhere I go. The problem is that it's a little on the heavy side and I prefer to travel light. Here's the trick: I have been on a diet for a few weeks and have lost 6kg. That's much more than the weight of my whole photo bag!

If the big 690 series seem overkill to you, remember Fuji also makes nice 6x4.5 rangefinder or autofocus cameras. They are perfect for travellers: easy to use and lightweight.

Cheers,

I have been drooling over that Fuji for some time.

I think the real choice is not what sort of rangefinder do you get - but if you want small, medium or large format -- then go from there.

the advantage of small format is primarily the size
the medium format has a much larger negative though is large (and while the Mamiya 6/7 and Fuji are pretty compact, they are HUGE by small format standards)