Specifications

36. SHUTTER BIAS FLASH AE
This method uses a combination of program flash AE and
shutter bias AE photography, when used with non-moving
subjects, it allows intentionally long exposure times to record
subjects (such as night scenes) under more natural available
light, along with a supplemental flash exposure for extra
illumination of a foreground subject. (Fig. 106)
1. Set the lens aperture to P. and the Program Selector
Switch to P or PA. (PA will provide larger apertures and
a more distant range.) (Fig. 107)
2. Set the shutter to any manual speed desired longer
than 1/100 sec. The camera's computer will mix
existing light and the light from the flash.
* The effect typically sought after is a natural-looking
night scene with good detail visible in the foreground
subject. Longer exposures can also allow moving light
sources such as headlights, air planes, etc. in the
background of your photograph. [Mike: these turn into
streams of red tail lights or white headlights
37. P MOUNT ADAPTER
Conventional P-mount lenses (screw mount lens) can be used on the camera by using an optional P-
mount adapter. General photography is available but operating conditions are some what limited.
A. Programmed exposures can not work (due to different lens coupling systems).
B. Any automatic diaphragm will not function. (Some lenses may remain wide open, while others
remain stopped down, depending on how they were designed.)
C. Automatic F-stop setting with the Speedlite PX flash unit will not occur.
Inserting and removing the adapter
1. Align the red dots and carefully fit the adapter into the body mount.
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2. Use a ball-point pen, etc. to turn it clockwise until it locks in place.
3. To remove the adapter use a ball-point pen, etc. to press the spring inwards and turn the P-
mount adapter counter clockwise to the limit. Lift it out carefully.
* Some screw mount lenses cannot be mounted on the camera.
Testing the fit of any lens you purchase for this camera is strongly recommended.