Instruction manual

30. Pointers on Shooting

* The shutter cannot be cocked when the film is not loaded in the film back. The use of the

multiple exposure lever will, however, permit you to cock the shutter, in such instances. This

feature is very convenient for familiarizing yourself with the camera and for testing the shut-

ter in flash photography. (See 23. Multiple Exposures.)

* Battery power is not consumed when time (T) exposures are made.

* The lens shutter remains open while the shutter release button is depressed on B (bulb)

setting and, of course, battery power is also consumed. Therefore, the use of time exposure

is recommended when exposures are longer than one minute on B (bulb).

* The focusing screen is interchangeable. However, do not place trimming masks or tapes

on the bottom surface of the screens, as this will lead to inaccurate focusing.

* A shutter release warning LED will flash above the focusing screen, in the top center of the

finder, and signal closing of the shutter when the shutter release button is pressed. Wait for

this signal, especially at slow shutter speeds, before rotating the film-winding crank.

* There will be no shutter release action when there is no battery power. However, it will be

possible to release the shutter at a mechanically-controlled 1/500 sec. by reversing the mir-

ror lock-up lever, after locking up the mirror first.

* When taking pictures, remember that the final print will be cut down somewhat, especially

when printed in the economy size, because of the masking used in commercial photofinish-

ing equipment. Therefore, leave space on all sides when taking the picture.

* When using a finder with a built-in exposure meter, always remember to adjust the

ASA/ISO film speed dial of the film back for the film loaded.