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===Body=== | ===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 | + | 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 NiCad 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 camera]]s. 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 | + | 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 camera]]s. 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 for the system. 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 aperture 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=== | ===Film transport=== | ||
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=== GX680 III === | === GX680 III === | ||
| − | The '''GX680 III''' is the third and final revision released in December, 1997. The body materials have changed and the design has undergone a bit of a face lift. The changes result in a much lighter body compared to the previous models. This model also has the ability to be carried with the inclusion of mount points for a camera strap. 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 December, 1997. The body materials have changed and the design has undergone a bit of a face lift. The changes result in a much lighter body compared to the previous models. This model also has the ability to be carried with the inclusion of mount points for a camera strap. The battery has been changed from the rechargeable NiCad batteries of the first two bodies to three lithium [[CR123A battery|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 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 body. Battery changes for the new holder are much easier and user friendly. They accept two CR2 batteries. The | + | The interchangeable back system has changed to a new film holder III N. It allows installation of mask for using 6x45, 6x6 and 6x7 formats. The film can also automatically wind without attaching to the camera body. Battery changes for the new holder are much easier and user friendly. They accept two [[CR2 battery|CR2 batteries]]. The holder also allows exposure information to be imprinted onto the edge of the film. This back can also be installed on previous GX680's but imprinting will not function and frame counting may not be accurate with format masks. |
=== GX680 IIIS === | === GX680 IIIS === | ||
| − | A GX680 IIIS version was also offered at the same time as the III. It is identical to the regular GX680 III but does not have any movements | + | A GX680 IIIS version was also offered at the same time as the III. It is identical to the regular GX680 III but does not have any movements knobs on the front standard (tilt, shift, swing) but the basic bellows focusing system is still the same. With this removed the camera has also decreased in weight. |
== Accessories == | == Accessories == | ||
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'''Holders''' | '''Holders''' | ||
* Roll film holder I | * Roll film holder I | ||
| − | * 120 insert for roll film holder I | + | * - 120 insert for roll film holder I |
| − | * 220 insert for roll film holder I | + | * - 220 insert for roll film holder I |
* Roll film holder II | * Roll film holder II | ||
* Roll film holder II (6x7) | * Roll film holder II (6x7) | ||
* Roll film holder II (6x6) | * Roll film holder II (6x6) | ||
| − | * Roll film holder III | + | * Roll film holder III N |
* 120 insert for roll film holder III | * 120 insert for roll film holder III | ||
* 220 insert for roll film holder III | * 220 insert for roll film holder III | ||
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== Links == | == Links == | ||
In English: | In English: | ||
| − | *[http://www.dannyburk.com/fuji_gx680iii.htm | + | *[http://www.dannyburk.com/fuji_gx680iii.htm Fujifilm GX680III] at [http://www.dannyburk.com/equipment_reviews.htm Danny Burk Photography LLC] |
* [http://web.archive.org/web/20080419105213/http://www.mcp.com.au/fuji/gx680.htm Fuji GX680 III] at Michael Coates' [http://web.archive.org/web/20070612023347/http://www.mcp.com.au/fuji/ Fuji Professional website] (the site is not available anymore and the links point to the most recent version at web.archive.org) | * [http://web.archive.org/web/20080419105213/http://www.mcp.com.au/fuji/gx680.htm Fuji GX680 III] at Michael Coates' [http://web.archive.org/web/20070612023347/http://www.mcp.com.au/fuji/ Fuji Professional website] (the site is not available anymore and the links point to the most recent version at web.archive.org) | ||
| − | *[http://www.butkus.us/fujica.htm PDF manual for GX680I / | + | *[http://www.butkus.us/fujica.htm PDF manual for GX680I / GX680II / GX680III / IIIS] at [http://www.orphancameras.com Mike Butkus Orphan Cameras] |
In Japanese: | In Japanese: | ||
| − | * [http://fujifilm.jp/personal/ | + | * [http://fujifilm.jp/personal/filmandcamera/filmcamera/mediumformat/gx680iii/lens.html Lens System Overview] in the [http://fujifilm.jp/personal/index.html Fujifilm official camera website] |
| − | * [http://fujifilm.jp/personal/filmcamera/mediumformat/gx680iii/index.html | + | * [http://fujifilm.jp/personal/filmandcamera/filmcamera/mediumformat/gx680iii/index.html] in the [http://fujifilm.jp/personal/index.html Fujifilm official camera website] |
[[Category: Japanese 6x8 - 6x9 SLR]] | [[Category: Japanese 6x8 - 6x9 SLR]] | ||
[[Category: Fuji]] | [[Category: Fuji]] | ||
[[Category: F]] | [[Category: F]] | ||
Revision as of 22:39, 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 December 1997 as the GX680 III. The system was officially discontinued in April 2010.
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 NiCad 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 for the system. 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 aperture 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 December, 1997. The body materials have changed and the design has undergone a bit of a face lift. The changes result in a much lighter body compared to the previous models. This model also has the ability to be carried with the inclusion of mount points for a camera strap. 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 interchangeable back system has changed to a new film holder III N. It allows installation of mask for using 6x45, 6x6 and 6x7 formats. The film can also automatically wind without attaching to the camera body. Battery changes for the new holder are much easier and user friendly. They accept two CR2 batteries. The holder also allows exposure information to be imprinted onto the edge of the film. This back can also be installed on previous GX680's but imprinting will not function and frame counting may not be accurate with format masks.
GX680 IIIS
A GX680 IIIS version was also offered at the same time as the III. It is identical to the regular GX680 III but does not have any movements knobs on the front standard (tilt, shift, swing) but the basic bellows focusing system is still the same. With this removed the camera has also decreased in weight.
Accessories
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Lens
Finder
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Holders
Misc
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Links
In English:
- Fujifilm GX680III at Danny Burk Photography LLC
- 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 Mike Butkus Orphan Cameras
In Japanese:
