Nikon f2 Bedienungsanleitung

NikonmINSTRUCTION MANUAL

PREPARATION FOR USEInstalling the BatteriesThe exposure meter in the Photomic finder is powered by two high-performance silver-oxide batteries moun

Fold out the O/C key at the baseplate of the camera and turn it counterclockwise 180° until the arrow points to the “0” (open) mark and th

place and insert the end of the film leader into any of the slots in the film take-up spool. If necessary, release the shutter and, then, stroke th

PREPARATION FOR USE—continuedPrior to ShootingFold out the rewind crank and turn it gently in the direction of the engraved arrow until you feel

Memo HolderA special holder is provided on the camera back for convenient storage of information pertinent to the photography. A piece of paper

The camera’s exposure meter must be adjusted to the speed of the film in use to ensure correct measurement; thus, a film-speed scale (ASA grad

OPERATION OF CAMERA CONTROLSSetting the Shutter SpeedThe Nikon F2SB Photomic camera can be set to the desired shutter speed either before or after th

Film-Advance LeverThe film-advance lever simultaneously advances the film, cocks the shutter and operates the frame counter. It also switches

Frame CounterThe frame counter operates automatically to show how many frames have been exposed. When the camera back is opened for loading, the

OPERATION OF CAMERA CONTROLS—continuedT-L FingerguardThe shutter-release button of the Nikon F2SB Photomic camera is fitted with a fingerguard that a

NOMENCLATUREShutter-speed dialExtra-long exposure scaleShutter-speed scaleMirror lockup leverDepth-of-field preview buttono1kSelf-timerTimer indexéTim

UNLOADING FILMWhen the frame counter indicates that the last exposure has been made, or when the film-advance lever can no longer be stroked, the roll

HOLDING THE CAMERACamera shake is one of the most common causes of unsharp pictures, especially at slow shutter speeds. Learn to hold the camera

SHUTTER RELEASE OPERATIONFor sharp pictures, correct shutter releasing is just as important as steady camera holding. After advancing the film

FOCUSING16

Focusing isdone at full aperture with Nikkor lensesfittcd with an automatic diaphragm. This technique provides the brightest possible images on

Out of focus

In focus17

FOCUSING—continuedInfrared PhotographyThe plane of sharpest focus for infrared light is slightly more distant than its counterpart for visible l

DEPTH OF FIELDDepth of field refers to the zone of acceptable focus extending in front of, and behind, the plane of sharpest focus. Within

Finder mounting clampsMaximum aperture indicatorEE aperture control contactsThreaded sync terminalNeckstrap eyeletLens mounting indexLens release butt

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DEPTH OF FIELD—continuedDepth-of-Field IndicatorsDepth of field can be read directly from the distance scale in meters or feet with the aid

Lens at f/8: Depth of field extended in front of/behind the main subject.

Lens at f/16: Sharp focus is extended to encompass the entire foreground and background.21

EXPOSURE MEASUREMENTThe exposure meter of the Nikon F2SB Photomic camera’s finder features a center-weighted TTL metering system coupled to the

EXPOSURE MEASUREMENT—continuedExposure ControlThe amount of light reaching the film plane is determined by a combination of the lens

Extreme Low-Light MeteringThe meter built into the Nikon F2SB camera is capable of metering low-light levels requiring slow shutter speeds

EXPOSURE MEASUREMENT—continuedEyepiece Shutter OperationThe camera’s Photomic finder is fitted with an eyepiece shutter for special unmanned shoot

f5.6 + O - 250• Metering with a bright area in the center wil cause underexposure of the main subject.

Focusing ringDepth-of-field indicatorsDistance scaleAperture ringExternal “correct exposure" indicatorReady-light contactFilm rewind knobFilm rew

' For correct exposure, first measure the main subject; then, recompose and shoot.27

STOP-DOWN EXPOSURE MEASUREMENTNikonWith some Nikkor lenses, full-aperture exposure measurement is not possible, either because the lens has no

For automatic diaphragm lenses with no coupling prong,such as the Zoom-Nikkor 200-600mm f/9.5 lens and super-telephoto lenses using Nikon f

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EXPOSURE COMPENSATION30

ADJUSTMENTSAdjustments for Focusing ScreensLight transmission properties vary somewhat with focusing screen type, thus occasionally requiring e

Lens----------- ScreenA/L B c 0 E G1 G2G3G4 HI H2 H3 H4 K/PM R6mm f/2.8 0-1/2 -1/20-1/20 0 0 0 0Fisheye 8mm f/2.8 00-1/2 -1/2 0 -1/20 00 0 0 0 016mm

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Adjustments for Film CompensationSome exposure correction may be necessary when certain types of films are used for copying or photomicrography appl

Intentional multiple exposures for creative effects can be made with the Nikon F2SB Photomic camera. To take a multiple exposure, perform the followi

Aperture/Distance scale indexMeter coupling prongIlluminator switchViewfinder eyepiece (w/ready-light)

MIRROR LOCKUPThe reflex mirror must be locked in the up position when using either the Fisheye-Nikkor 6mm f/5.6 or the OP Fisheye-Nikkor 10

FLASH SYNCHRONIZATION34

The Nikon F2SB Photomic camera is designed to synchronize with most types of flashbulbs at almost all shutter speeds and with electro

READY-LIGHTFINDER ILLUMINATORThe camera’s Photomic finder has a ready-light built in for use with Nikon Speedlight Units. This unique feature pr

TIPS ON CAMERA CARE36Good camera care is primarily common-sense care. Treat your Nikon F2SB Photomic camera as you would any other precision

situations, always dry the camera thoroughly (and slowly) at room temperature and, then, store in a cool, dry location. Remember that failur

CHANGING THE LENSTo remove the lens from the camera, press the lens release button and, holding the button depressed, twist the lens to the right as

Maximum Aperture IndicatorAs the lens' aperture ring is turned to the maximum aperture position at the completion of lens/finder coup

In addition to the F2SB Photomic finder included with the camera, six other interchangeable viewfinders are available. To remove the

Foreword...Preparation for use...Installing the batteries...Checking the batteries...

CHANGING THE FOCUSING SCREENNineteen different types of focusing screens are available for use with the Nikon F2SB Photomic camera, ea

CHANGING THE FOCUSINGFocusing Screen Selector GuideType A. LType A: Matte Fresnel field with 3mm^circular split-image rangefinder spot and 12mm0circle

SCREEN—continuedType H: Clear Fresnel field with microprism focusing pattern over the entire screen area. Permits rapid focusing on any part of the s

Focusing Screen Selector ChartH = Excellent = AcceptableThe image is brilliant from edge to edge, but the central rangefinder, microprism or cross-hai

ACCESSORIESLens HoodsThe use of a lens hood is recommended at all times to prevent extraneous light from striking the lens surface and causing

Eyepiece Correction LensesThe nine eyepiece correction lenses are designed to permit nearsighted and farsighted users to view and focus

FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONSType of camera: 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR)Picture format: 24mm x 36mm (35mm film format)Lens mount: Nikon F mount (bayonet t

THE NIKON WARRANTYThe Nikon Worldwide Service Warranty Registration Card which identifies your F2SB Photomic camera by its serial number is your

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FOREWORDThe Nikon F2SB Photomic camera offers the serious photographer the ultimate in quality, performance, convenience and versatility. At t