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PreparationsPreparations
Selecting a measuring method
You can choose between two measuring methods—incident-light
reading and reflected-light reading, according to the shooting
conditions or purpose of the image.
When used with its various accessories, the MINOLTA AUTO METER VF
can perform exposure measurements in either of these two ways. To
perform an incident-light reading, the AUTO METER VF is used with the
Spherical Diffuser, Mini receptor or Flat Diffuser. To perform a reflected-
light reading, the meter is used with the Viewfinder 5° (acceptance angle of
5°) or reflected-light attachment (acceptance angle 40°).
● The Spherical Diffuser for incident-light readings is supplied as a
standard accessory with the AUTO METER VF.
● Accessories other than the Spherical Diffuser are sold separately. (See
page 61.)
When performing incident-light readings, use the Spherical Diffuser for
three-dimensional subjects such as portraits, and architectural or
landscape photographs. Use the Flat Diffuser when you photograph flat
surfaces such as documents or paintings, or when you want to measure
lighting ratio (See page 54.). When you want to photograph small three-
dimensional objects, use the Mini receptor, which enables readings of
minute objects.
1. Incident-light readings
Setting film speed
To set the film speed, use the up/down key while holding down
the ISO button.
● Each time you press , the film speed increases by 1/3-stop. Holding
down the button increases the value continuously. Even if you continue
pressing , the maximum setting is ISO 8000.
● Each time you press , the film speed decreases by 1/3-stop. Holding
down the button decreases the value continuously. Even if you continue
pressing , the minimum setting is ISO 3.
● Be sure to set film speed to the correct setting, since all measurement
results are based on the set value.
● If you change the film speed after you take a measurement, the reading
will be recalculated and displayed accordingly.
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