Take-up Spool (29)
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3. Close the Camera Back
Wind the film a little with the Film Advance Lever (1) and engage the
perforations on both edges of the film with the sprocket teeth. Be
sure the film is properly inserted between the Guide Rail (36). Now,
press down the Camera Back until it closes tightly with a click.
· If the Film Rewind Crank turns in the opposite direction
of the arrow as you wind the Film Advance Lever (1), it means the film
has been loaded properly
· The odd numbers of the Film Counter (4) are represented by
white dots
· To allow you to take quick shots in succession, the Film Advance
Lever (4) will be back with a slight latitude Press it all the way back
after you have finished shooting
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4. Set the Frame Counter (4) to 1 (the
first white dot before the number 2)
Wind the Film Advance Lever (1) all the way to the right and press the
Shutter Release Button (5). Do this twice, and on the third winding,
the first white dot before the number 2 will move opposite the triangular
mark You are now ready to take the first picture4.butkus.org
SETTING THE FILM SPEED
Lift the top of the Shutter Speed Selector Dial (2) and turn it to the
left or right until the film speed number you want appears in the center
of the ASA Film Speed Indicator Window (3) The film speed is
printed on the film box. (FUJICOLOR F- II FUJICHROME R100 and NEOPAN SS
are ASA 100 films FUJICOLOR F-11400 and NEOPAN 400 are ASA 400 films
The calibrations between the ASA numbers represent the following numbers
( I )
· If you are using a film marked for DIN speed.
refer to the following conversion table (11)
SETTING THE SHUTTER SPEED
The letter B and the numbers 2 . . . . 700 on the Shutter Speed
Selector Dial represent ''bulb'' and 1/2 ., 1/700 second. They indicate
the length of time the film will be exposed to light The shutter speed
scale is also visible in the viewfinder (left side edge)
This camera allows you to set exposure either by the shutter speed or
by the size of the lens opening However, it is best to set the shutter
speed first. For example. the shutter speed would be from 1/125 to 1/250
sec if you are shooting outdoors. or from 1/30 see to 1/60 sec. if you
are shooting indoors
To set the shutter speed. first turn the Shutter Speed Selector Dial
while pressing down on it slightly and set the number you want opposite
the red dot on the camera body
To set the shutter speed with the scale and needle in the viewfinder,
just move the needle into position by turning the Shutter Speed Selector
* Use B (bulb) if the exposure will take 1 second or longer
* There are no intermediate settings between the numbers indicated on
the dial.
* 60 is marked in red to remind you that it is the speed used for shooting
with electronic flash
* Excepting 1/700 second. each shutter speed is either 1/2 or 2 times
the speed of the shutter speed next to it.
Caution:
Beyond B and 700 (see illustration), the Shutter Speed Selector Dial
will turn lightly (there won't be any click stops) and the Shutter Speed
Indicator Needle in the Viewfinder will point anywhere between B and 700.
The actual shutter speed, however, will be either B or 1 /700-sec.
To set the shutter-speed, look through the viewfinder. turn the Shutter
Speed Selector Dial and set it accurately at one of the click stops (not
between them).
FOCUS THE LENS AND FRAME YOUR PICTURE
1. Focus the Lens
(1 ) Look through the Viewfinder and point the camera so that the main
subject is seen through the small
microprism center spot
(2) Split-image Focusing
Turn the Focusing Ring I) until the upper and lower segments of the
split image in the microprism center spot converge to form a single image
(3) Microprism Focusing
Turn the Focusing Ring until the image in the microprism center spot
appears sharp.
(4) You can also focus with any part of the area surrounding the microprism
center spot This method is especially useful when shooting with aperture
stopped far down.
(5) The white numbers on the Focusing Ring are for meters and the green
numbers are for feet The distance can also be set by visual judgment for
quick shooting.
When shooting extreme close-ups the distance from subject to Film Plane
Mark (15) must be precisely measured with a tape measure
2. Frame Your Picture
The Viewfinder will let you see 92% of the entire view that will register
on your film so that you can go ahead and use the whole length and width
of the area in the Viewfinder to frame your picture
· Eyesight Adjustment Lens
The Viewfinder is provided with an eyepiece for those with normal vision
If you are near sighted or far sighted, be sure to use an Eyesight Adjustment
Lens, otherwise it will be extremely difficult for you to focus the lens
precisely Four different Eyesight Adjustment Lenses are supplied as optional
accessories: +2, +0.5, - 2 5 and —4 dioptor
CORRECT EXPOSURE
1. Press the Exposure Meter Switch
Point the camera at your subject while looking through the viewfinder
and press the Exposure Meter Switch (10). The meter needle on the right
hand side of the viewfinder will move up from the ( - ) position. At the
same time, the view will darken because the aperture will close down to
the one you have selected.
2. Turn the Aperture Selector Ring
Press down the Exposure Meter Switch and turn the Aperture Selector
Ring (17) until the needle in the viewfinder moves into the center of the
indentation You now have the correct exposure. The aperture can also be
set intermediately between the calibrations on the scale to permit fine
adjustments.
3. If the Needle Does Not Move into
the Center of the Indentation.
If the meter needle does not move into the center of the Indentation
by turning the Aperture Selector Ring, you will have to change the shutter
speed
· If the needle is near the (+) side. increase the shutter
speed. (Example: If the shutter speed is 1/125 sec.. turn the dial to 1/250
sec.)
· If the needle is near the ( - ) side. reduce the shutter speed.
(Example: If the shutter speed is 1/125 sec., reduce it to 1/60 sec.).
4. Wide Measuring Range
Since the light that is measured is the average light intensity falling
on the focusing glass, the range of measurement must differ depending on
the speeds of the lens and film. A noteworthy feature of this exposure
meter is that it covers a wide range of exposure values If you are shooting
with FUJICOLOR F-E (ASA 100j film using a 50mm F1 4 lens, for example.
the range covered would be EV2 ~ EV17-2/3 (f/1.4 1/2 sec.- f/16 1/700 sec.).
If the lens is 55mm F2.2, the range is from EV3 - EV17-2/3 (f/2.2 1/2 sec.
- f/16 1/700 sec ).
The chart on page 55 shows the light measuring range of the FUJICA ST605N's
exposure meter. The Shutter Speed Selector Dial can be set over every ASA
speed and shutter speed combination on the dial, but the exposure meter
will operate only within the range shown in the chart.
HOLDING THE CAMERA AND RELEASING THE SHUTTER
1. Hold the Camera Steady
If you don't hold the camera steady. your pictures will not turn out
sharp because the camera will shake Be sure to hold yourself in good balance
with elbows close against your body and the camera pressed lightly against
your face This is all the more necessary if you are shooting with the camera
held vertically. Practice a little and get used to these motions
2. Press Down the Shutter Release
Button
Be sure to press down the Shutter Release Button (5) gently. Any
jerky motion can cause the camera to shake and pictures to be unsharp.
3. When To Use a Tripod
If you are taking a close-up, telephoto shot. or if you are shooting
at a shutter speed slower than 1/30 sec . be sure to use a tripod and cable
release to avoid camera shake4.butkus.org
A cable release is also recommended for shooting long-exposure shots
with the camera placed on a table, against a tree, or on some other steady
foundation A cable release with a stopper attachment is a very convenient
item for shooting with the camera set at B (bulb). You can press open the
shutter, hold it in that position with the stopper for as long as you want,
then release the stopper to close the shutter
REWINDING FILM AND UNLOADING FILM
After you have finished a roll of film, rewind it back into the cartridge
and take it out of the camera
1. Press the Film Rewind Button
First, press down the Film Rewind Button (34) located on the underside
of the camera Once you have pressed down this button, you can let it go
because it will stay depressed The Sprocket Wheels (28) are now free.
2. Turn the Film Rewind Crank
Erect the Film Rewind Crank (14) and wind it in the direction of the
arrow to return the exposed film back into the cartridge. Just before
the end of the film is reached, you will fell a slight tension release
on the crank. Give it two more turns into the cartridge.
If the film cannot be rewound (this will sometimes happen if the Film
Advance Lever is not in the correct position), just depress the Rewind
Button and while holding it down, wind the Film Advance Lever all the way
through. Next, release the Rewind Button and rewind the film.4.butkus.org
3. Open the Camera Back
Lift the Combination Film Rewind Crank - Camera Back Lock (14) until
the Camera Back (31) opens with a snap. Now take out the cartridge and
send it to the processor - the sooner the better
· Be sure to load and unload the cartridge in the shade
away from direct sunlight
· If the end of the film is reached when you have wound the Film
Advance Lever half-way around. do not force it because the film might break.
Simply press the Film Rewind Button and wind the Film Advance Lever all
the way back. The shutter will be cocked, but the film will remain stationary.
Since you have already pressed the Film Rewind Button. all you need do
is turn the Film Rewind Crank
CHANGING THE LENS
A complete range of highly color-compatible, high resolution FUJINON
interchangeable lenses are available for shooting scenic, portraits, snap-shots,
news photos. and photo records with the FUJICA ST605N
You can also use any lens with a Praktica screw mount on it as well
as any Leica mount lens by simply attaching a Leica mount adapter on the
camera But the Leica mount lens can only be used for shooting close-ups
How to Change the Lens
Hold the part of the lens barrel with the depth of field scale on it
with your hand and turn it counter-clockwise. About 2~ turns will dismount
the lens. To mount, repeat the same motion in reverse, but be sure to screw
the lens in tightly.
· When changing the lens. be careful not to touch the
lens glass or the mirror in the body with your fingers
USING FUJINON INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES
Click here to see a
table of the Fujinon lenses
COUPLING RANGE OF THE FUJICA ST605N'S
EXPOSURE METER
Click here to see the table of the 605N's exposure table
The ASA film speed and shutter speed are coupled over the range shown
in the chart on the opposite page To measure the exposure you can use the
entire range of apertures provided on the lens you are using. Example:
With the ASA speed selector set to 100 you can use a shutter speed of from
1/2 to 1/700 sec. The aperture will automatically be coupled to the shutter
speed being used.
EXPOSURE CORRECTION
Any normal subject can be accurately exposed by following the meter
reading However, best results are obtained under the following situations
by correcting the exposure
1. Back lighted Subjects. etc.
Back lighted subjects or ski scenes, which are dominated by white areas
and strong reflections, will turn out with the main subject underexposed.
By opening the aperture by 1/2 or 1 full stop, or by approaching the main
subject to measure the light intensity, it can be correctly exposed.
2. Spot-lighted Subjects. etc.
A person standing before a black background or a spot-lighted subject
in a stage play will be influenced by the dark surroundings and turn out
overexposed. The aperture should be stopped down by 1/2 or 1 full stop
below that indicated by the meter
3. Copying Documents
The major portion of most documents are occupied by white areas The
situation calls for opening the aperture by 1 full stop from that indicated
by the meter
If you. want, to be more precise, place an 18% standard reflectance
card in front of the camera and set the exposure with the exposure meter.
For maximum corner-to-corner sharpness, the minimum practical aperture
should be used for copying work and for taking close-ups
4. Taking Advantage of the Eye Cup
With the aperture stopped well down, the light reflected from your eye
or spectacles (if you are wearing them) will reach the focusing glass and
slightly influence the meter reading. To avoid this, use an Eye Cup over
the Viewfinder eyepiece.
UTILIZING THE LENS DEPTH OF FIELD
1. What is meant by Depth of Field
To check the effects of the aperture you have selected —how well you
have blurred out the background or how wide the depth of sharpness is -
all you have to do is to look through the viewfinder, because the aperture
will close down to the size you have selected as you press down the Exposure
Meter Switch. Thus, the sharpness of a picture extends over a considerable
range both in front of and behind the point the lens is focused on. This
zone of sharpness is referred to as the depth of field The width of the
depth of held differs depending on the lens focal length. subject distance,
and lens aperture.
(1) The higher the aperture number (the smaller the aperture), the wider
the depth of held. The lower the aperture number, the narrower it becomes.
(2) The longer the focal length of the lens, the narrower the depth
of held, and the shorter it is
the wider it becomes.
(3) The farther the distance the lens is focused on, the wider the depth
of field.
(4) The zone of sharpness in front of the point of sharpest focus is
narrower than the zone of sharpness behind the same point
(5) Example A shows the aperture fully open
Example B shows the aperture stopped down
to f/16
A
B
2. How to see the Depth of Field All the interchangeable lenses of the
FUJICA ST605N are provided with a depth of field indicator on the lens
barrel For example, if you are using an F2 2 55 mm normal lens and have
set the aperture at f/8 and the distance at 15 feet (5 m), everything from
about 11.5 feet (3.5 m) to 28.5 feet (8.7 m) will be in focus 4.butkus.org
USING THE SELF TIMER
If you are taking pictures of a group or if you are shooting a family
souvenir picture and want to get into the picture yourself. just use the
self-timer First, mount the camera on a tripod, wind the film and push
the Self-timer Set Lever all the way down, Next, press the Self-timer Start
Button and move back into the picture The shutter will be automatically
released in 8 ~ 10 seconds
· You can set the self-timer first, then wind the film
afterwards, whichever way you prefer
· Don't press the Shutter Release Button ''instead'' of the Self-timer
Start Button, because you will release the shutter if you do
· Make sure the Self-timer Lever is pushed all the way down (never
part-way down) before depressing the Start Button
INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHY
When shooting with infrared film, remember that the point of focus will
be slightly closer than the normal point First, focus the lens on your
subject as you would do normally, check the point on the Focusing Ring,
and adjust that point to the infrared mark by turning the ring The infrared
mark is the short red line on the left side of the Depth of Field Indicator
FLASH SYNCHRONIZED SHOOTING
You can use a flash for shooting indoors and night pictures as well
as for supplementary lighting in outdoor photography
1. Electronic Flash
(l) With a cordless, hot-shoe type electronic flash, all that is necessary
is to mount it on the camera's hot-shoe (12).
(2) With other types of electronic flash, the flash unit is mounted
on the camera's hot-shoe and the cord is plugged into the camera's X-contact
socket (22)
(3) With large-size electronic flash, the flash unit is mounted on the
camera with the accessory bracket and the cord is plugged into the camera's
X-contact socket.4.butkus.org
(4) In each case, the shutter speed is set at 1/60 sec. (marked in red
on the Shutter Speed Scale)
2. Sync Ranges - an
electronic flash will sync from B to 1/60. Flash bulb are no longer
used so I won't print the graph.
3. Exposure
(1) Electronic Flash
Flash guide number divided by subject-to-film distance equals aperture.
Example: Electronic Flash (Guide No. m18/ft.60)
FUJICOLORF-f II, FUJICHROME R100 NEOPAN SS (ASA100)
Subject-to-film distance=3m/l0ft.
18 (GN. m)/60 (GN. ft.) divided by 3 (m)/10 (ft.) aperture) = 6 (f/5.6
is the correct aperture)
(2) Flash Bulb
Since the flash guide number varies with the shutter speed the recommended
procedure for determining the aperture is to follow the instructions packed
with the flash.
ACCESSORIES FOR THE FUJICA ST6051
Interchangeable Lenses of the FUJICA
ST605N
(1) EBC FUJINON · Fish eye 1:2.8 f=16mm
(2) EBC FUJINON W 1:3.5 f=19mm
(3) EBC FUJINON ~ W 1:2.8 f=24mm
(4) EBC FUJINON ~W 1:3.5 f=28mm
(5) EBC FUJINON W 1:2.8 f=35mm
(6) FUJINON ~ W
1:35 f=35mm
(7) EBC FUJINON MACRO 1:3.5 f=55mm
(8) EBC FUJINON FUJINON 1:1.4 f=50mm
(9) FUJINON f:2.2 f=55mm
(10) EBC FUJINON T 1:2.8 f=100mm
(11) EBC FUJINON T 1:4.5 f=200mm
(12) EBC FUJINON Z 1:4.5 f=75~150mm
(13) EBC FUJINON ~ 1:4.5 f=54-270mm
(14) EBC FUJINON ~ T 1:5.6 f=600mm
(15) EBC FUJINON SOFT 1:4 f=85mm
(16) FUJINON
Z 1:3.5~4.5 f=43~75mm
(17) FUJINON
1:2.2 f=55mm
(18) Macro Adapter
(19) Camera case
(20) Fujica Auto Strobe AZ
(21) Macrocinecopy Microscope adapter
(22) Extension bellows
(23) Right angle finder
(24) Eye cup
(25) Eyesight adjustment lens
(26) Reverse adapter
(27) Extension tubes
ACCESSORIES FOR CLOSE-UPS AND COPYING
The single-lens reflex camera is the ideal equipment for taking close-up
pictures and for copying work. You are assured of simplicity and accuracy
with the accessories provided for these purposes.
· Close-up Lens
If you are shooting a subject that is closer than the shortest shooting
distance of the camera lens just screw in the Close-up Lens in front of
the taking lens. With a normal lens in place it will let you shoot your
subject from as close as 11 inches (28 cm) up to 19.7 inches (50 cm).
· Extension Tube
(28)
This is used between the lens and camera body to extend the lens for
copying work. Three pieces make a set. Used in combination. they will increase
the magnification of a normal lens from approximately 0.34x to 1.2x. These
tubes are equipped with automatic diaphragm to allow you to focus the lens
with the aperture wide open.
· Extension
Bellows (23)
This unit will let you freely adjust the distance between lens and film
plane. It is a prime accessory for taking close-ups and high magnification
shots of small objects at close distances.
· Reverse Adapter (27)
This accessory is used for mounting the reverse end of the lens to the
Extension Bellows unit. to simplify focusing when taking pictures of subjects
magnified to larger than life size.
· Leica Mount Adapter
This is used for mounting Leica mount lenses on the camera. Only close-up
shots are possible with this adapter in use. You can use it in combination
with the extension bellows or extension tubes to mount a FUJINON-ES or
FUJINON-EP enlarging lens (These lenses are provided with Leica mount)
to take close-ups for maximum sharpness
· Microscope Adapter
(22)
This is used in photomicrography for attaching the camera body to the
microscope eyepiece
· Right Angle Finder
(24)
This is attached to the Viewfinder Eyepiece to simplify viewing through
the kinder when the camera is aimed from a low position or when it is mounted
on a copying stand. The eyesight adjustment lens is built in
· Macrocinecopy
(21)
This accessory is used for making him reproductions of 8 and 16 mm trims
and microscope slides with the FUJICA ST605N. It can also be used as an
extension tube for taking extreme close-ups.
EXPAND THE VERSATILITY OF YOUR FUJICA ST605N WITH PROPER ACCESSORIES
The FUJICA ST605Nis provided with a broad range of accessories that
will help you to expand the capabilities of your camera
· Lens Hood
This is a vital accessory because it prevents unwanted extraneous light
from entering the lens. It is particularly useful for shooting back lighted subjects. The Lens Hood is recommended for shooting under all conditions
If you are not shooting you can turn it around and cover the lens with
it. The lens cap is made to ht over the Lens Hood in this position.
· Eyesight Adjustment Lens
(26)
Eyesight Adjustment Lenses are available to those who kind it hard to
focus the lens due to eyesight difficulties.. Four different attachment lenses (+2 +0.5 -2 5, and -4 dioptor) are available to the
· Eye Cup (25)
'This is a protection against extraneous light for a clearer view through
the Viewfinder. It also prevents light from entering the camera through
the Viewfinder Eyepiece.
· Lens Cap
Lens Front Cap Protects the lens front glass.
Lens Rear Cap Protects the rear glass and automatic
diaphragm of the dismounted lens.
Body Mount Cap Protects the interior of the
camera body from dust after the lens has been dismounted.
CARE AND STORAGE OF YOUR FUJICA ST605 N
After removing the exposed him from the camera, press the shutter release
button to be certain the shutter is released.
· Dust off the camera periodically and wipe it clean
with cleaning cloth (example: Silicon cloth) Use a blower brush to clean
dust and him fragments that may have accumulated inside the camera
· Guard the lens and viewfinder eyepiece against Anger marks
and dust. Use a blower brush to remove dust. Wipe off finger marks gently
with lens cleaning fluid and lens cleaning paper. Do not touch the mirror
with your fingers.
· If you are not using the camera for a long interval, remove
the batteries. place the camera and batteries in separate cases. and store
them away from moisture heat, and dust. All the better if you can get hold
of some desiccant or similar drying agent to put into the cases together
with the camera and batteries
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Type |
35mm focal-plane
shutter single-lens reflex camera with TTL exposure meter coupled with
the shutter and diaphragm. |
| Film Used |
135
cartridge-packed film |
| Picture Size |
24 x 36mm. |
| Normal Lens |
FUJINON
55mm F2 2 (4 component, 4 element). Automatic diaphragm, multiple increment F-stop calibrations with click stops for intermediate values, screw mount.
Rectilinear helicoidal focusing 1.83 ¢ inch (49 ¢ mm) screw-in filter |
| Distance Scale |
F2.2 55mm: 2 feet (0 6m)~infinity. |
| Shutter |
Focal-plane shutter. B 1/2 - 1/700 sec Film speed indicator window built
into Shutter Speed Selector Dial, built-in self-timer X contact and hot shoe. |
| Viewfinder |
Pentaprism eye-level viewfinder :0 96 X magnification, 92% field of view
(with F2 2 55mm lens): shutter speed scale and indicator needle: microprism focusing center. split
image and ground glass Stopped-down TTL center weighted averaging type light metering Silicon
photo-cell receptors coupled to FET (Field Effect Transistor) circuit, zero in type
indicator needle visible in viewfinder |
| Mirror |
Quick return type |
| Exposure Meter coupled Range |
ASA 25 - 3200 (1/3rd step),
EV2—EV17-2/3 (f/1.4 1/2 sec —f/16 1/700 sec with ASA 100 film) |
| Power Source |
Two 1
6V nickel-zinc batteries (Toshiba NZ13) or 1.5V silver oxide batteries
(Eveready S76E, Mallory MS-76H or UCAR 5-76E) 4www.butkus.org |
| Film Advance |
Single-stroke lever; 140.
winding angle: self cocking shutter; easy loading |
| Frame Counter |
Automatic resetting additive type |
| Film Rewind |
Hand crank |
| Flash Synchronization |
X. Hot Shoe |
| Lens Mount |
Praktica
screw mount, 1 65 ¢ inch (42mm), 0093P inch (1 Pmm) |
| Dimensions |
5 24 x 3
39 x 3 47 inch (133 x 86 x 88mm) with F2.2 lens |
| Weight |
730g with F2.2 lens mounted (including batteries and lens cap). 565g
body alone (including body cap). |
| Optional Extras |
Hard Case. Eye Cup. Eyesight Adjustment Attachment Lens, Right angle Finder, Closeup Lens, Extension Tube (auto). Microscope Adapter, Leica mount Adapter,
Reverse Adapter, Extension Bellows, Macrocinecopy, Lens Hood |