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| − | The '''GX680 III''' is the third and final revision released in 1998. The body materials have undergone a face lift. The changes result in a much lighter body compared to the previous models. The interchangeable back system has changed to a new film holder. It allows installation of mask for using 6x45, 6x6 and 6x7 formats. The film can also automatically wind without attaching to the camera back. Battery changes for the new back are much easier and user friendly. The new back also allows exposure information to be imprinted onto the edge of film. The battery has been changed from the rechargeable NiCad batteries of the first two bodies to three lithium CR123A batteries fitted to the base of the camera. A 6x AA battery pack was also offered and can be used along side the lithium. When the AA battery pack is attached to the side of the body the lithium batteries do not consume power. | + | The '''GX680 III''' is the third and final revision released in 1998. The body materials have changed and the design has undergone a it of a face lift. The changes result in a much lighter body compared to the previous models. The interchangeable back system has changed to a new film holder. It allows installation of mask for using 6x45, 6x6 and 6x7 formats. The film can also automatically wind without attaching to the camera back. Battery changes for the new back are much easier and user friendly. The new back also allows exposure information to be imprinted onto the edge of film. The battery has been changed from the rechargeable NiCad batteries of the first two bodies to three lithium CR123A batteries fitted to the base of the camera. A 6x AA battery pack was also offered and can be used along side the lithium. When the AA battery pack is attached to the side of the body the lithium batteries do not consume power. |
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Revision as of 06:15, 17 October 2012
The GX680 is in a series of medium format SLR studio system cameras that uses 120/220 roll film in a 6x8 format and introduced by Fuji in 1989. It was replaced by the GX680 II in 1995. A third revision was released in 1998 as the GX680 III.
Body
It is designed for portrait, and product photography. The right hand side of the body has the shutter speed dial, film wind button, along with a mode switch that controls single, continuous and a multiple / instant film exposure modes. The bottom part has a remote control socket, mirror control, sync test, and shutter release. The left of the camera body has the battery holder and battery unlock switch. The front standard has release knobs for rise/fall, tilt, shift and a swing lever. The camera is powered by a rechargeable 7.2 volt Ni-Cad battery.
It uses interchangeable lenses with bellows type focusing. The bellows can also be changed with a wide angle or close up type. The lenses are mounted on a lens board type system which allows for movements on the front standard similar to view cameras. The front sits on a rail that connects to the main camera body, two knobs on either side control the focusing. The standard lens is a EBC Fujinon GX 135mm f/5.6. An 82mm filter thread is standardized. The shutter is a electronically controlled and located within the lens. It has speeds of 8 seconds to 1/400 of a sec plus a bulb mode. The lenses have controls for aperature and a depth of field preview lever. The cocking of the shutter is automatic. Flash sync is at all speeds and can be connected to the camera body PC socket on the right hand side of the body or to the hot shoe on the front standard.
Film transport
It uses interchangeable, removable film holders mounted on a rotating back. Film is loaded onto inserts. The film transport is motorized with a automatic film loading system. This allows automatic advance of film, as well as film loading without exact alignment of the start indicator. A chime alerts when reaching the last frame. To protect against loosing exposures when changing holders it uses a interlocking dark slide system. A dark slide holder is built into the back. The film holder is powered by a 3.6v lithium ½AA sized battery. This battery is used when the holder is detached from the body. Replacement of this battery is a bit difficult but not impossible, and sending it off to Fuji was recommended. A memo holder is on the back as a reminder of the type of film loaded.
Finder
The viewing system can use interchangeable finders as well as focusing screens. The standard screen has a matte surface with a microprism center. The standard finder is a folding waist level type. It has a magnifier with 2.5x magnification and interchangeable with various diopters. AE finders are available with a built-in exposure meter. It provides aperture priority TTL metering. A orientation indicator is visible in the finder when the rotating back is in the horizontal position.
GX680 II
The GX680 II is a newer revision released in 1995. It is nearly identical to the original and is often difficult to tell the difference. A few notable changes include a auto masking finder. This feature mask the finder based on the rotation of the film back. The lens locking system on the front standard has been redesigned. Multiple format 120 roll film backs also became available, so popular frame options such as 6x6 and 6x7 can also be used.
GX680 III
The GX680 III is the third and final revision released in 1998. The body materials have changed and the design has undergone a it of a face lift. The changes result in a much lighter body compared to the previous models. The interchangeable back system has changed to a new film holder. It allows installation of mask for using 6x45, 6x6 and 6x7 formats. The film can also automatically wind without attaching to the camera back. Battery changes for the new back are much easier and user friendly. The new back also allows exposure information to be imprinted onto the edge of film. The battery has been changed from the rechargeable NiCad batteries of the first two bodies to three lithium CR123A batteries fitted to the base of the camera. A 6x AA battery pack was also offered and can be used along side the lithium. When the AA battery pack is attached to the side of the body the lithium batteries do not consume power.
Accessories
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Lens
Finder
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Backs
Misc
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Links
In English:
- Fuji GX680III at dannyburk.com
- Fuji GX680 III at Michael Coates' Fuji Professional website (the site is not available anymore and the links point to the most recent version at web.archive.org)
- PDF manual for GX680I / Gx680II / GX680III / IIIS at the M. Butkus www.orphancameras.com
In Japanese:
