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The Mamiya Universal (1969) is the late-period US-market version of the Mamiya Press line. Same lens system, same modular backs (6×9, 6×7, 6×4.5, Polaroid), same coupled rangefinder, same Seiko leaf shutters in each lens. Refinements over the earlier Press Super 23: improved film transport, refined cosmetics, **Polaroid Land Pack film back** compatibility for instant-proof workflow. Built for the American press / commercial photographer market.
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About this camera
The Mamiya Press, refreshed. US-market name for the late-period Mamiya 6×9 press camera.
| Field | Value |
|---|
| Format | 120 — 6×9 (8 frames), 6×7 (10), 6×4.5 (16), Polaroid pack film |
| Mount | Mamiya Press |
| Years | 1969–1976 |
| Shutter | 1s – 1/500s + B, Seiko leaf, in each lens |
| Flash sync | All speeds |
| Meter | None |
| Modes | Manual |
| Weight | 2,400 g |
| Battery | None |
The "Universal" naming was Mamiya's US-market simplification of the Press Super 23. Same camera mechanically, refined cosmetically. Production ended 1976 alongside the rest of the Mamiya Press line as the RB67 took over the modular medium-format niche. The Polaroid pack-film back was particularly important — Universal bodies were used for Polaroid art in the 70s and 80s by Andy Warhol and Ansel Adams (both used Polaroid backs on Mamiya Universals).
The Universal is the Mamiya Press most photographers want today, partly because of the Polaroid back compatibility (modern recreated pack film is available from One Instant and similar boutique manufacturers; the Universal's Polaroid back is the easiest way to shoot it). For 6×9 negatives on roll film, it's identical to the Press Super 23.
For 2026 buyers, used Universal bodies run $500–1,100 with one lens. The Polaroid back is sold separately and commands $200–400 on its own.
Mamiya Press / Universal lenses: 50/6.3, 65/6.3, 75/5.6, 90/3.5, 100/3.5, 150/5.6, 250/5. Backs: 6×9, 6×7, 6×4.5, Polaroid pack film, ground-glass.
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