Mamiyaflex C Professional

Where the legendary Mamiya C-series began.

1956–1958 6x6 on 120 film Made in Tokyo, Japan
Mamiyaflex C Professional twin-lens reflex camera

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Specifications

Taking LensInterchangeable (65mm-180mm available)
Viewing LensMatched to taking lens
Lens ElementsVaries by lens
ShutterSeikosha-MX leaf shutter (in lens)
Shutter Speeds1s - 1/400s + B
Light MeterNone
Filter MountBay I
FocusingBellows
  • First Mamiya interchangeable lens TLR
  • Revolutionary bellows focusing
  • Flat film path
  • Started the C series lineage

History

The original Mamiyaflex C, introduced in 1956, established the interchangeable-lens TLR concept that would define Mamiya's medium format legacy. It was the foundation for a system that would serve professional photographers for nearly four decades.

Innovations

  • Interchangeable lens TLR concept

Collector Notes

Historic first interchangeable lens TLR. Foundation for all later C models.

Current Market Prices (USD)

ConditionPrice Range
Poor$50 – $100
Average$100 – $160
Good$160 – $250
Excellent$250 – $360
Mint$360 – $500

Source: eBay 2024

Manuals & Documentation

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