I don't think that has any affect on what might fit. The grey parts are rubberized and will be sticky by now, though. I have a Leaf AFi, which is the original and a Mod2, everything is interchangeable with the possible exception of digital backs. If I remember correctly, the electrical connections are slightly different between the two.
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[Found] WTB: Digital Back in AFI/HY6 Mount
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buildbot
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Maybe, I had/have a hybrid Mod 2/1 that works with all backs. Typical Mod2s don't work with Sinar due to licensing is what I heard?
You can clean up the stickiness via baking powder, it will polish off the rubber coating and leave the underlying plastic looking great.
I have heard baby powder (talc). But I am hesitant to put anything like that on my camera, concerned the fine powder could make its way inside.
Not sure about the licensing thing. Is the Hy6 Mod2 that sophisticated that licensing would come into play? I assume it is in the electronics, not a physical aspect.
kakariko
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Yes, I'm really happy it comes with the body. Heard that there were some OEM made adapters from Hongkong but seems not available currently.
Great find! Hope you love the camera!
I am jealous that you have a film back & adapter, as I have been searching for an adapter but they are hard to come by. I'm till looking for a DB.
colorspace
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I'm aware. I've had the Leaf AFi, AFi-II 7, Credo 80, and 4560 backs. Traded them in for money to go towards my XF system. In 2020 I picked up a Mod 2 + 6060 back, sold that a little further down the road. Recently (today) picked up a Rollei Hy6 and a 6060 back, and then hopefully tomorrow I'll be purchasing the Mod 2, 4560 backs, and a Sinar eMotion 75. So from that, I'll be able to have a AFi w/ 4560 backs (that match), and a Mod 2 w/ 6060 back (to match).
I said nothing about compatibility - was simply commenting on appearance.
buildbot
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Extreme emphasis on this. I tried to call key camera today, line was busy. Sent them an email. Are they still in business even? I miss my Hy6 and 6060 back...
The Leaf AFi/Hy6 system was the first medium format system I got into, but sadly the current ownership really sucks.
Perhaps there are better resources in HK/China for repair? I have heard rumors, but nothing more...
shanhw1978
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I know someone he can maintain and repair rollei hy6 in Guangzhou, China.
He fixed my AFD Tele-Xenar 180 ( AF did not work) as new as well .
He can maintain and repair Contax too.
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buildbot
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Excellent, thank you. Hopefully I can get my camera back from Key Camera to try this person, they seem very competent (swapping in new chips is not easy!).I know someone he can maintain and repair rollei hy6 in Guangzhou, China.
He fixed my AFD Tele-Xenar 180 ( AF did not work) as new as well .
He can maintain and repair Contax too.
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Hi, I am not able to write you a personal message. Heaven knows why. So I have to ask you this way. Would the back still be available? Thanks for answering. Martin
Yes, it is available. I will try to send you a PM.
Did you sell your digital back?
Thanks for the reply.
Hi, I am new to the forum; 35+ years in medium format with Rollei 6008 pro, 6008i and also a 6008AF which was bundled with the P20 sensor in 2005. A while ago I bought a used Leaf AFi with a Aptus 7 back which is great to use with my set of Rollei and mainly Schneider lenses, but I would like to upgrade to a 80mpx like the Aptus 12R or Credo 80. Somehow I still prefer the rendering of CCD sensors (I still use my Leica M9 frequently for that reason) over CMOS . These backs are not easy to find with AFI mount (no problem for 645 or H it seems), so I will need help to locate one. I live in Brussels, Belgium but will gladly import one from outside Europe.