Photographing with a medium format camera is an exceptional experience; the format itself forces you to think about each and every shot, and the larger negative size gives way for fantastic details and smoother grain to shine through.
In today’s world it is becoming increasingly difficult to find medium format film cameras, whether new or used, in both good condition and at an affordable price, without even considering weight. Our goal when we designed the Goodman Zone was to create a lightweight professional medium format camera offered at an entry-level price, ensuring that any photographer interested in trying out medium format photography for the first time could do so.
A truly modular system, the high-quality 3D printed Goodman Zone body is compatible with multiple lens and back options. At its base, the Zone was first built around the legendary Mamiya Press lens lineup, so this setup comes with a wide angle Mamiya Press 50mm f6.3 lens.
It also means that if you already have another Mamiya Press lens that will also fit the camera. Moreover we have developed a helical adapter that allows you to mount many leaf shutter lenses, depending on their flange focal distance, so if gives you the opportunity to use your camera with different lenses as well. If you are thinking on this option as well we recommend you to order the helical adapter too.
The camera was designed for photographers seeking the unique experience of full manual control and zone focus in their workflow. However for those not comfortable with the method of zone focusing, we offer a 3D printed focusing screen that attaches to the body by magnets, allowing you to effortlessly switch between the back and the focusing screen.
There is also an option to use your smartphone as a viewfinder and lightmeter; for this we highly recommend our Goodfinder app by mounting your smartphone to the top of the camera. At the moment the application is only available for iOS, but there are other suitable options for Android users. If you would like to try this option as well, please order separately our pro flash mount with smartphone holder.
If you would like to read more about the Goodman Zone we recommend you to check out our ‘Press’ and ‘Reviews’ sections, read customer testimonials, articles and watch some video reviews. Also we have a great blog post which helps you to get to know more about the Goodman Zone camera, so we highly recommend reading that as well.
Sample images shot with the Goodman Zone
What they’re saying about our cameras
Anna K.
“I am very happy with my 35mm Scura camera. First of all I love how tiny and light it is, it can fit even into the smallest bag, and it has literally no weight. The usage of the camera is easy, the shutter is very convenient. It took me a while to learn the secrets of pinhole photography, but if you follow the advices from Dora and her team you can get epic results, at least I love mines. Their customer service is pretty good, they’re always super nice and happy to help!”
Anna K.
Daniel P.
“I’ve been using my Zone for about a year now and I’m still as excited about it as the day I got it. Besides the cool design, the main feature for me was its size and weight that allows me to carry it everywhere. I also enjoyed that the camera slows you down a bit, offering a different shooting process. A great experience overall.”
Daniel P.
Marcel P.
“Using a Dora Goodman camera for me means; to tickling the maximum out of the simple. I like the feeling and the look so much, fusion old with new is just great. Everyone of these cameras will show its own look sooner or later. You are simply inclined to evolve your camera and adapt it to your needs, just as you push your output further. A camera that grows with you, not just by changing a lens.”
Marcel P.
Wendy C.
“The Scura is fun to build and fun to use this camera. It is simple, sturdy, and easy to work with once you get the hang of rotating the winder the correct amount. Also very affordable and well made for the price. I like the artistic style – my images had a soft dreamy look. And also it is small and light, so you can carry it in your pocket and use light tripods and clamps with ease.”
Wendy C.
Simone H.
“I always liked the special aesthetic all of the Goodman cameras have. Their lines are distinctively unique and each camera is a small piece of art. I took much time with my Zone, never having done zone focusing or any medium format work before, the results came as pleasant surprises from a much more lightweight camera than the non-printed alternatives, with the best part being I can still change it and adapt it to my needs. After a year into the journey of this camera, I am inclined to say it may never end!”
Simone H.
Nicolas G.
“Bought the Dora Goodman 6×12 in May 2021. I have to say that I was very pleased with my purchases, the camera is very easy to use and the fact that you can modulate it to accommodate another lens is really great, so far I tried the Schneider 47mm super angulon and a Nikon 90mm on it. Would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a very light 6×12 camera, with the advantage to accommodate a fresnel glass to focus in case you want to be accurate.”
Nicolas G.
Mario V.
“I love my Goodman Zone, it is very light, aesthetically beautiful, very functional! I was surprised how durable it is, I hike and travel a lot and I always had a problem how to carry my heavy medium format cameras with which are also very expensive so I was a bit scared ot breaking them on my trips. The Zone solves my problems, it is super easy to carry and made of strong material. I am also happy with my image results, it perfectly does the job.”
Mario V.
Tobias S.
“Shooting with it the Zone is very smooth, and so was changing the rolls from the printed 6×6 magazine. Compared to my other medium format cameras, it is very light too! When I received the scans, I didn’t expect much, to be perfectly honest. I thought most of them would be out of focus anyway and have terrible light leaks, but I was pleasantly surprised to get extremely sharp images back with no artifacts at all. The Zone is so well designed that most props need to go to Dora Goodman for this. It’s a sure companion for future trips.”
Tobias S.
Po M.
“The Goodman Zone is compact and light as well as a replacement for the massive Mamiya Press camera body and 65mm lens…That heavy camera from the ’60s was designed for professional photojournalists.”
Po M.
David C.
“I really enjoyed building the Scura and the shooting experience is so much fun and relaxing! I like the shutter, the wide curved film plane is really clever solution, and I like my results, the dreamy pinhole world. Overall very nice design, highly recommend to everyone who would like to experiment with pinhole photography.”
David C.
Andres O.
“The Goodman Zone is an amazing camera that lets you take control of all the aspects of the creative process of photography. Meticulously selecting the composition, deciding the focus, setting the exposure parameters, and finally shooting; the process with the Goodman Zone is as simple as with any other mechanical film camera. However, unlike other cameras, you are using something you assembled and personalized to your liking.”
Andres O.
Zeb A.
“The Scura 120 has done a marvelous job of distinguishing itself from that crowd. I think it begins with the fact that you have to assemble it yourself. But there is more to the Scura than the DIY aspect of building it, the curved planes of the camera make it feel quite at home in the hands and the wood finish easily makes it one of the more beautiful cameras on the shelf when it gets a break from being out in the field with me.”
Zeb A.
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Pre-Assembled and tested Goodman Zone camera body (splatter texture coating)
- Grip with shutter cable holder and 120 film holder
- Mamiya Press 50mm f6.3 lens
- Mamiya Press 50mm viewfinder
- Mamiya RB67 ProS 6×7 magazine
- Basic accessories (sport viewfinder, sport flash mount)
- 3D printed side strap holder
- Spare hardware kit
- It comes with both leather and carbon self-adhesive coating
The camera comes already assembled in one piece. Once loaded with film, you’re ready to go!
Please note that the lens and the back is pre-loved (second hand). We have purchased them from trustable sources, carefully checked and also tested many times.
FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE ABOVE $190 USD!
The Goodman Zone 50mm camera comes with free shipping to anywhere in the world. Please note that these cameras are hand-crafted one at a time; after placing your order we will ship it within an estimated 30 days. Shipments are sent via DHL and a tracking code will be e-mailed to you for confirmation, packages typically arrive within 5-6 business days. Once expedited, we are not responsible for possible shipping delays, or hold-ups at customs, as these events occur independently of the company.
Expedited delivery is possible, please contact us by e-mail at info@doragoodman.com for more information.
In the case of mass orders arriving at once, such as during the holiday season, a delay in shipping can be expected. Should this occur, we will notify you by email.
A slight difference may exist between the image and the product itself. Such differences may be caused by the uniqueness of each element used in the production, as well as possible lighting changes when photographing each product.
Prices are net prices. EU orders will receive an additional 27% VAT on top of the listed prices. For further customs costs that may occur we cannot take responsibility, please ask your local authorities before ordering.
