Nikon FA Film Camera FA Bedienungsanleitung

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11In 1977, Nikon introduced Al-Nikkor lenses which feature fullaperture metering via Nikon's "Automatic Maximum ApertureIndexing" or &q

BASIC OPERATION continuedLOADING FILMOpen the camera back Whilepushing the camera back lockinglever counterclockwise, pull up thefilm r

13Engage the film’s perforationswith the sprocket teeth. Turnthe takeup spool slightly with yourthumb, so that the first or second perforation at the

14BASIC OPERATION continuedTake up film slack. Fold out thefilm rewind crank and rotategently in the direction of the arrow onthe film rewind kn

15Frame CounterThe additive type frame counter isgraduated from S, two dots, 1, 2, 4—up to 36—in even numbers with oddnumbers indicated by white dots

16BASIC OPERATION continuedSETTING FILM SPEEDTo program the camera to give the correct exposure with a particular film, you must set the camera to

17SELECTING THE SHOOTING MODEThe Nikon FA offers four shooting modes: three automatic exposure modes, including P (programmed), S (shutter-priority),a

18BASIC OPERATION continuedUsable Shooting Modes/Metering Method Combination ChartLens or accessoryShooting modePSAMnormal high-speed automatic mu

19Viewfinder Information1. LCD exposure display. Appears when the exposure meter isturned on to show you the shutter speed or aperture selected bythe

20BASIC OPERATION continuedP (PROGRAMMED) MODESet the mode selector to P.1.Set the lens to it’s minimumaperture (the largest f-num-ber). The shut

3NOMENCLATUREAperture-direct-readout (ADR) windowLCD illumination windowMeter coupling leverSync terminalLens mounting indexLens type signal pinLens r

21Look through the viewfinder and check the exposureinformation. Depress the shutter release button halfwayand you will see the LCD showing the shutte

22BASIC OPERATION continuedThe black line represents the norma program for an Al-S or Al-Nikkor 50mm f/1.4 lens with ASA/ISO 100 film,whereas theg

23• The following lenses cannot be used in the P or S modeZoom-Nikkor 50-300mm f/4 5 ED (older Al type without orange minimum aperture on ADR sea/e)Al

24BASIC OPERATION continuedS (SHUTTER-PRIORITY) MODESet the mode selector to S.1.Set the lens to it’s minimumaperture.2.Set the shutter speed dial

25Confirm that automatic multi-pattern metering is in operation by making sure that themetering control button is in the normal “out” position and th

26BASIC OPERATION continuedThe graph shows the shutter speed/aperture combination in theS mode at ASA/ISO 100. The red line represents an AI-S or

27• The following lenses cannot be used in the P and S modes:Zoom Nikkor 50-300mm f/4 5 ED (older Al-type without orange minimum aperture on ADR scale

28BASIC OPERATION continuedA (APERTURE-PRIORITY) MODESet the mode selector to A.1.Set the lens to the desired f-number. Although each numberon the

29If the LCD shows Hl, this means the scene is too bright andthere s no shutter speed to match the aperture you selected. Inthis case, overexposure ma

30BASIC OPERATION continuedM (MANUAL) MODESet the mode selector to M.1.Set the lens to the desired f-number. Although each numberon the lens apert

4Shutter speed dial locking buttonFilm sprocketsFilm take-up spoolCamera back locking catchFilm pressure plateFilm rollerCamera backTripod/motor drive

31Center your main subject in the viewfinder and checkthe exposure information. Remember that in the manual mode, centerweighted metering is always in

32BASIC OPERATION continuedHOLDING THE CAMERAMany blurred shots are caused by unsteady holding of the cam-era. The basic shooting posture is: Hold

33Detachable HandgripThe FA's handgrip not only allows steady shooting but alsofits comfortably in your hand. However, when shooting with amotor

34BASIC OPERATION continuedFOCUSINGThe FA-comes equipped with Type K2 focusing screen suitablefor all-purpose photography. While looking through t

35Out of focusOut of focusOut of focusOut of focus(A) Split-imagefocusingIn focusIn focus(B) Microprismfocusing(C) Matte fieldfocusingWWW.LENSINC.NET

36BASIC OPERATION continuedTAKING PICTURESTrip the shutter by pushing the shutter release button all the waydown; apply light but steady pressure

37UNLOADING FILMPush the film advance leverback into place to turn off the camera and lock the shutter release button. This action prevents inadverten

38BASIC OPERATION continuedRewind the film unfolding thefilm rewind crank and turning it inthe direction of the arrow. When youfeel the tension le

39TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUESEXPOSURE METERING SYSTEMThe Nikon FA employs through-the-lens (TTL) full apertureexposure metering. This

40TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedMetering Control ButtonTo change from one metering method to the other, the Nikon FAfeatur

5Aperture/distance indexDepth-of-field indicatorsDistance scaleAperture scaleAperture ringAperture-direct-readout (ADR) scaleMonitor contactShooting m

41Comparison of Automatic Multi-Pattern andCenterweighted MeteringIf you compare the automatic multi-pattern and centerweightedmetering systems, meter

42TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedAutomatic Multi-patternCenterweightedFront-lit subjectFront-lit subject against dark backg

43Automatic Multi-patternCenterweightedScene containing the sunAutomatic Multi-patternCenterweightedScene containing bright reflectionWWW.LENSINC.NET

44TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedAutomatic Multi-patternCenterweightedSunriseOn the other hand, certain subjects are diffic

45Automatic Multi-patternCenterweightedIndoor backlit subjectIndoor backlit subjectsIf the main subject is indoors in front of a bright window, undere

46TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedRELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SHUTTER SPEED AND APERTUREShutter Speed (sec.) 1/4000 1/2000 1/1000 1

47A fast shutter speed of 1/4000sec. stops the water in midair.At a slow 1/30sec. the water comes out a blur.WWW.LENSINC.NET / WWW.CAMERA-FIX.COM

48TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedDEPTH OF FIELDWhen you shoot at a certain aperture and focusing distance,you will find tha

49Lens set at f/2 Lens set at f/16WWW.LENSINC.NET / WWW.CAMERA-FIX.COM

50TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedEXPOSURE COMPENSATIONIn Automatic Exposure ModesIf you elect to use centerweighted meterin

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51To operate, press the locking button and turn the dial until thedesired compensation value is opposite the red index .As areminder, a red LED

52TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedIn the Manual ModeThere are two situations where it is difficult to get the correctexposur

53Duplication Work and PhotomicrographyIn copy work, s side duplication, and photomicrography, youmust make exposure compensation with centerweighted

54TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedSTOP-DOWN EXPOSURE MEASUREMENTStop-down exposure measurement must be made wheneverthe aper

55MULTIPLE EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHYA multiple exposure is created by taking more than one shot onthe same frame of film. Follow this procedure:1) Take the

56TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedUNMANNED PHOTOGRAPHYTo include yourself in your pictures, you can mount the FA on atripod

57INFRARED PHOTOGRAPHYEyepiece ShutterWhen unmanned photography is performed with the FA in oneof its automatic exposure modes, stray light entering t

58TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedFLASH PHOTOGRAPHYAn electronic flash unit is convenient not only for night and dimlight sh

59Accessory Shoe and Sync Terminal The accessory shoe of the FA allows direct mounting of theNikon Speedlight SB-15, SB-16B, SB-18, SB-19 or other

60TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedReady-Light Indication in the ViewfinderWhen the Nikon FA is used with Nikon Speedlights S

7FOREWORDWelcome to Nikon’s exciting world of picture-taking ease.To put you in total control, the Nikon FA offers three automatic exposuremodes, in a

61Nikon FA/Speedlight Combination ChartSpeedlightSB-19 direct provided yes autoSB-18 direct provided yes TTL, manualSB-17 via AS-6 coupler provided ye

62TECHNICAL INFORMATION/PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES continuedCLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHYFor shooting subjects which are located closer than the closestpossibl

63ELECTRONIC FLASH UNITSDesigned to complement the versatility of the FA, Nikon hasthree electronic flash units which mount directly to the camera&apo

64ACCESSORIES continuedMOTOR DRIVESMotor Drive MD-15The use of the Motor Drive MD-15 with the FA enables auto-matic film advance when the unit&apo

65MISCELLANEOUSData Back MF-16To keep track of when photos were taken, the FA accepts theslim, lightweight Data Back MF-16. This back attaches in plac

66ACCESSORIES continuedInterchangeable Focusing ScreensThree different types of focusing screens are usable with lheNikon FA. The Type K2 screen c

67Focusing Screen Selection GuideTypeSplit-image rangefinder/microprism systemMatte systemHorizontal and verticalline etched systemSuitable for genera

68ACCESSORIES continuedFiltersNikon filters allow you to balance the light to match your film orto create interesting artistic effects. Nikon filt

69Anti-Cold Battery Pack DB-2In cold weather, use the Anti-Cold Battery Pack DB-2, whichaccepts two AA-type batteries, as an alternative power supply

70EV RANGE OF THE CAMERAWhat is EV?Exposure value (EV) is a number representing the availablecombinations of shutter speed and aperture that give the

8BASIC OPERATIONINSTALLING BATTERIESRemove the battery clip.Use a coin to unscrew it incounter clockwise direction1.Insert batteries. Wipe the bat-ter

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72TIPS ON CAMERA CAREAlthough the PA is a toughand durable camera bear inmind that it is a precisionoptical instrument and thatcareless or rough handl

73• Clean metalic parts with ablower brush or with a soft drycloth.• When not using the camerafor a long time, take out thebatteries and store the cam

74TIPS ON BATTERY USE ABOUT THE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY (LCD)Keep batteries away from infants and small children, In casea battery is accidentally swal

75SPECIFICATIONSType of camera 35mm single-lens reflexPicture format 24mm X 36mm (standard 35 mm film format)Lens mount Nikon bayonet mountLenses More

76SPECIFICATIONS continuedM mode: Both aperture andshutter speed set manually.Exposure P mode: Viewfinder LCD shows information discrete shutter s

77Depth-of-field Provides visual verification of depth of preview lever field; with lever depressed, centerweighted metering only availableReflex mir

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Nikon FA, 1983-1989Modern Classic SLRs Series : Nikon FA - SpecificationsType of camera35mm single-lens reflexPicture format24mm X 36mm (standard 35 m

CHECKING BATTERY POWERPull out the film advance leverto unlock the shutter releasebutton . The lever doubles as a shutter release button lock.1.Depre

10BASIC OPERATION continuedMOUNTING THE LENSLenses usable with the Nikon FA are Al-S Nikkor, Nikon SeriesE, Al-Nikkor, most Al-modified, and certa