Pentax's iconic 6x7 SLR with 90mm f/2.8 — the legendary medium format system for portraiture.
The Pentax 6x7 with SMC 90mm f/2.8 is a complete medium format SLR kit centred on one of the most iconic cameras in photography history. The 6x7 format produces negatives approximately five times larger than 35mm, with an aspect ratio that matches standard print sizes. The 90mm f/2.8 provides a 45mm equivalent normal perspective on this format.
The 90mm f/2.8 is considered one of the finest standard lenses in medium format photography. Sharpness is outstanding from f/2.8. The combination of f/2.8 speed on the large 6x7 format creates depth of field separation that no smaller format can replicate. The rendering is three-dimensional with extraordinarily smooth tonal transitions. SMC coatings ensure excellent contrast.
Pentax 67 mount. The camera body is essentially an oversized 35mm SLR — metered prism, focal plane shutter, mirror lockup. Weight of the complete kit is approximately 2.5 kg — heavy but manageable for a medium format SLR. Build quality is outstanding — built to professional standards. Uses 120 and 220 roll film producing 10 or 20 exposures per roll.
Available on the used market at moderate prices — both camera and 90mm f/2.8 are popular. Check shutter accuracy across all speeds, mirror mechanism, and meter accuracy. The 90mm f/2.8 alone is a sought-after lens. An iconic system for medium format portraiture, landscape, and fine art photography. The handling is intuitive for anyone familiar with 35mm SLRs.