Pentax 67 II Medium Format Camera
The Pentax 67 II is a Medium Format medium format camera — known for its 6x7cm Film Format and SLR Form Factor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Pentax 67 II Medium Format Camera
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Overview — Pentax 67 II
Key Features — Pentax 67 II
6x7cm Film Format: Shoots on 120 and 220 roll film to produce large 6x7cm negatives, delivering significantly more detail and tonal range than 35mm.
SLR Form Factor: Through-the-lens optical viewing gives an intuitive shooting experience familiar to 35mm SLR users, despite the medium format size.
Pentax 67 Lens Mount: Compatible with the full range of interchangeable Pentax 67 mount lenses, including highly regarded primes and zooms built for the system.
120 and 220 Film Support: Accepts both 120 and 220 roll film, allowing shooters to choose between standard roll length or double the exposures per load.
Focal Plane Shutter: Mechanical focal plane shutter provides direct control over exposure timing, independent of the lens attached.
Dual Flash Connectivity: Hot shoe and PC sync port allow connection to a wide range of flash units and studio strobes without adapters.
Specifications — Pentax 67 II
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Landscape, Studio, Product, Fashion |
| Type | Medium Format |
| Sensor | Medium Format |
| AF System | Manual Focus Only |
| Lens Mount | Pentax 67 |
| Hot Shoe | Pentax Standard (TTL) |
Description — Pentax 67 II
The Pentax 67 II is a medium format SLR film camera built on the Pentax 67 lens mount, manufactured during the 1990s. It accepts 120 and 220 roll film, letting photographers choose between standard and extended roll lengths depending on their shooting needs. The camera relies on a focal plane shutter and manual focus, placing full creative and mechanical control in the hands of the photographer.
For lighting, both a hot shoe and a PC sync port are included, making it straightforward to connect speedlights or studio strobes without additional accessories. The Pentax 67 mount supports a broad selection of interchangeable lenses, giving users the ability to build out a capable optical kit around this body. Weighing between 2,300g and 2,500g, the Pentax 67 II is a substantial, purpose-built tool that suits studio portraiture, landscape, and commercial film photography where image quality and careful technique are the priorities.
Pros — Pentax 67 II
- ✓Accepts both 120 and 220 film formats, providing flexibility in roll length and exposure count per load
- ✓Pentax 67 mount with full interchangeable lens compatibility opens access to a broad optical system
- ✓Dual flash connectivity via hot shoe and PC sync port supports versatile lighting configurations
Cons — Pentax 67 II
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability, which demands more time and skill from the shooter
- ✗Weight of 2,300–2,500g makes this a demanding carry for extended handheld or travel use
- ✗Film-only system with no digital sensor option, limiting immediate review of exposures
Videos — Pentax 67 II
Pentax 6x7 or 67ii - Which one should you buy? — Kyle McDougall