Canon FT User's Manual
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1. Before Using Please read this instruction booklet carefully and master the manipulations of the various parts of the FT completely Once thoroughly versed in the correct handling of this camera you can use the Canon FT to the fullest extent of its capabilities Contents Mercury Battery Loading and Checking Film Winding PEA Shutter and Aperture Adjustment Using Built in Exposure Meter Exposure Settings Coupling Range of Built In Exposure Meter Focusing Composition and Viewfinder Holding the Camera Film Loading Film Rewinding Synchronizing Flash Unit Uses of Lenses Using Self Timer Double Exposures Filters Interchangeable Lenses and Accessories Canon Booster Proper Care of the Camera 10 12 16 18 20 21 22 23 25 28 29 30 35 36 37 38 40 43 Follow these simple steps for normal photography 1 Load the film simply with the QL mechanism 2 Set the ASA film speed 3 Wind the film advance lever 4 Remove the lens cap 6 5 Look through the viewfinder and focus 6 Compose the picture 4 1 Determine the exposure with built in meter 8 Press the shutter release button gently Mercury Battery Loading and Checking The built in exposure meter of the Canon FT functions only when the mercury battery is properly loaded 1 Press thumb against the battery compartment cover and turn to the left to remove 2 Face the central contact2. 20 22 23 25 26 28 29 1000 1250 2000 1600 31 32 34 Figures in parentheses represent intermediate film speeds 16 m When ASA 25 DIN 15 appear in the small windows this is as far as the film speed set ring turns to the left White dots at the right turn extremity read ASA 2000 and DIN 34 Meter Circuit Switch The exposure meter is actuated by pressing the meter circuit switch towards the lens The meter circuit switch can be fixed for continuous light measurement by pressing it towards the lens after setting the meter circuit switch lock at L position If the lock is returned to its original position white dot the meter circuit switch will return to its original position a Be sure to release the meter circuit switch lock after the continuous light measurement m With the fixing of the meter circuit switch telephoto lenses can be conveniently handled Also when shooting subjects with different light intensities continuous light measurement is possible m Due to the characteristics of the CdS photocell the movement of the meter needle may occasionally become slack owing to changes in the degree of light How to Average Exposures When measuring a subject with greatly differing dark and bright parts take two measurements one each of the dark and bright parts Then obtain the average value and set the f stop or shutter speed accordingly 17 Exposure Settings
3. Focusiug The center of the viewfinder circular section is a micro prism screen rangefinder made up of microscopic prisms for fast and precise focusing While looking through the viewfinder rotate the focusing ring It is in focus when the image in the rangefinder becomes sharp and clear m An optical curve may sometimes be visible in the lower part of the viewfinder according to the angle of the incom ing light This is a reflection of the beam splitting mirror added onto the condenser lens in the TTL light measure ment system 21 Composition and Viewfinder The exact picture image to be photographed can be seen on the focusing screen of the viewfinder without any parallax This enables you to determine the exact com position of your scene before pressing the shutter release button m Canon s Waist Level Viewer 2 can be attached to the eyepiece for copying macrophotography and photomicrog raphy In all cases images are reversed between left and right m Eyesight adjustment lenses are available as optional attachments When an eyesight adjustment lens is at tached to the viewfinder eyepiece those who are far or near sighted can take pictures without glasses Four different diopters of 1 5 O 2 5 and 4 are available Holding the Camera Hold the camera firmly in order to take a clear picture Hold the camera either in a vertical or horizontal position look through the viewfinder and focus Then pr
4. of the mercury battery in wards and insert 3 Replace the cover by turning it to the right Before inserting wipe all battery poles clean of finger prints or stains with a dry cloth Unclean poles may cause corrosion and damage the contact points of the camera m A 1 3v M20 4625 mercury battery should be used equivalent to Mallory RM 625R Eveready E625N Burgess Hg 625R uw Be sure the battery is inserted in the correct direction by referring to the diagram on the compartment cover Otherwise the meter will not function properly and the cover cannot be screwed in m When the camera is not to be used for a long period remove the mercury battery and keep in a dry place Central Contact D 0 Battery Check Check the mercury battery after loading it Especially when loading a new battery be sure to check the voltage Set the film speed scale at ASA 100 DIN 21 and the shutter speed dial at X For the film speed setting lift up the outer ring of the shutter speed dial and turn See page 16 w An accurate check cannot be made if settings other than those mentioned above are used Turn the battery check lever on the outer side of the film rewind crank to C index 3 If the meter needle inside the viewfinder swings up to or over the o index the battery has sufficient power If the needle stays below the edge of the o index voltage is insufficient and the battery must be replaced m Life of
5. 23 Canoncn m Type 35mm single lens reflex camera m Viewfinder Eye level using pentagonal prism Waist Level Viewer 2 can be attached m Focusing Screen Highly efficient in resolving power using Fresnel lens and microprism screen rangefinder m Mirror Shockless quick return system Mirror can be fixed upwards m Standard Lens Canon Lens FL 50mm F 1 8 FL 50mm F 1 4 FL 55mm F 1 2 With FL breech lock bayonet mount Aperture Automatic pre set aperture mechanism built in Instant return diaphragm Pre set is possible to reviewing depth of field z Beer Cloth focal plane shutter with speeds from 1 1000 to 1 sec B T and X Single pivot dial m Exposure Meter Built in Using CdS photocell Zero adjustment type coupled to shutter speed dial and aperture setting ASA 25 2000 With ASA 100 film EV2 5 f 1 2 at 1 4 sec EV18 f 16 at 1 1000 sec one stage system Powered by one 1 3v M20 625 mercury battery m Light Measurement TTL Through The Lens system using condenser lens Exposure meter functions with the meter circuit switch Semi spot meter reading system measures 1 3 of the angle of view Continuous measurement is possible with the meter circuit switch lock Battery checker built in mw Measuring of Ultra Low Illumination EV2 5 1 4 sec EV 3 5 15 sec at f 1 2 can be mea sured with the attachment of the Canon Booster auxiliary meter for extremely dim lighting m Flash Synchronization FP and X contact S
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7. 5 6 FL 55mm F 1 2 R 800mm F8 FL 85mm F1 8 R1000mm F 11 FL 100mm F 3 5 FL F 300mm _ F5 6 FL F 500mm F5 6 Canon Zoom Lenses Canon zoom lenses offer top performance with automatic pre set apertures FL 55 135mm F3 5 FL 100 200mm F 5 6 Compact FL 85 300mm F5 38 Canon Zoom Lens FL 85 300mm F 5 Accessories Filters 48 and 58mm screw in type Lens Hood Flash Quint Canon Speedlite 102 200 Flash V 3 Canon Release Waist Level Viewer 2 Bellows FL Bellows R Copy Stand 3F Handy Stand F 58mm Close Up Lens 240 450 1800 Camera Holder R4 2 Canon Photomicro Unit F 39 Canon Booster A separately available Canon Booster is an auxiliary meter that is attached to the FT and PELLIX QL for measuring the subjects under dim lighting conditions Technical Data Light Measuring Range Using ASA 100 film EV 2 5 1 4 sec EV 3 5 15 sec at f 1 2 Measuring Method Zero method direct reading type Photocell Utilizes CdS photocell of the camera Exposure Time Dial In the case of FT 30 15 8 4 2 1 1 2 1 4 1 8 1 15 1 30 1 60 sec Power Sources For operating meter use two 1 3v M20 4 625 mercury batteries For illumination of meter indicator window use one 1 3v M20 mercury battery use the battery removed from the camera Battery Check Can be checked by the switch Size 65x54x 39mm 2 x 2 4 x 1 Weight 180 grams 6 oz 40 Camera Body Number Lens Number D
8. Infrared Index R Indicator orange line Distance Scale Distance Scale The distance scale indicates the distance between the focused subject and the film plane The scale is neces sary for checking the depth of field for flash and infrared photographies The correct position of the scale is in the center of each value For example the correct position of a two digit value is the center of the two figures Infrared Index R For infrared photography correction of the distance scale is necessary because the focal point slightly deviates from ordinary photography Focus first in the ordinary manner then adjust that distance scale to the infrared mark R For instance if the distance scale reads 10m after focus ing merely shift the 10 scale to R position The position of R on the FT is based on using film with the highest wave length sensitivity figure of 800my such as Kodak IR 135 film and Wratten 87 filter Film Plane Indicator In case the focusing is done by actual measurement measure the distance from the film plane indicator and interpret the measured distance on to the distance scale 31 Depth of Field Scale The depth of field scale indicates the range of subjects which will be in focus sharply on the film This range will vary with the following factors The depth of field will be deeper the smaller the aperture opening the further the distance of the subject and or the shorter t
9. The built in exposure meter which is of the zero adjust ment type is coupled to the shutter speed dial and pre set aperture ring The exact exposure is easily deter mined according to the brightness of the subject to be photographed There are two ways of determining the exposure either by first selecting the shutter speed or by first selecting the f stop of the aperture Shutter Speed Priority Method 1 Set the shutter speed dial at the desired speed 2 Face the camera towards the subject lock into the viewfinder and press the meter circuit switch 3 Either keep pressing the meter circuit switch or lock the switch and turn the pre set aperture ring 4 Set the meter needle at the o index within the viewfinder for correct exposure 18 f Stop Priority Method 1 Set the pre set aperture ring at the desired f stop 2 Face the camera towards the subject look into the viewfinder and press the meter circuit switch 3 While pressing or locking the switch turn the shutter speed dial 4 Set the meter needle at the o index within the viewfinder for correct exposure Since the shutter speed dial cannot be set at the intermediate positions the shutter speed priority method is recommended when exposure accuracy is a crucial factor Light measurement at B and X of the shutter speed dial is not possible with the built in exposure meter because B is used for long exposures over one se
10. ate of Purchase Dealer s Name Proper Care of the Camera Moisture and dust are harmful to your camera If your camera is to be stored for a long time it should be re moved from its case and silica gel or another drying agent should be placed alongside it When you use your camera on a rainy day or at the beach moisture and salt air adhere to it which can result in stains rust and corrosion Use a soft brush to get rid of dust and a soft dry cloth for wiping m In extremely cold areas expose the camera to the outer air only when in use When using expose the camera gradually to the outer air to prevent the lens from clouding m In hot climates do not leave the camera inside closed automobiles during the daytime or in direct sunlight It is not good for the CdS photocell Cleaning the Lens Use a blower to remove dust on the Jens or brush lightly with a brush If you should inadvertently get a finger print on the lens use a little pure alcohol or ether on lens cleaning tissue then wrap the tissue around a matchstick and wipe the lens lightly in a circular motion Viewfinder Eyepiece Eyesight Adjustment Attachm G a ent Groove Tripod Socket Battery Compartment Back Cover Rewinding Button Back Cover Opening Key With Canon FT FL 50mm F 1 4 f 16 at 1 125 sec CANON INC 9 9 Ginza 5 chome Chuo ku Tokyo 104 Japan CANON U S A INC 64 10 Queens Blvd Woodside N Y 11
11. cond and X is for the electronic flash unit Wu When the built in exposure meter is outside the coupling range the meter needle will point to the top of the view finder and will indicate that proper exposure cannot be obtained Refer to Coupling Range of Built In Exposure Meter on the following page Coupling Range of Built In Exposure Meter Shutter Speed The built in exposure meter couples to the following range of f stops and shutter speeds with respective film speeds When using the Canon Lens 1 1 2 1 4 1 8 1 15 1 30 1 60 1 125 1 250 ee hg Ase Soji ua jae 1115 130 1 60 1 125 1 250 1 500 e eis ASA er calli de ede Ss A example the exposure meter couples EA AGA 190 14 1 8 1 15 1 30 1 60 1 125 1 250 1 500 1 1000 fully within the range of f 1 4 at 1 4 k E H sec EV 3 and f 16 at 1 1000 sec ASH 2001118 1 15 1 30 1 60 1 125 1 250 1 500 1 1000 EV 18 EAS e fos E ASA 4901 1 18 1 30 1 60 1 125 1 280 1 500 1 1000 ASH 890 1 30 1 60 1 125 1 250 1 500 1 1000 ASHTEOG 1 60 1 125 1 250 1 500 1 1000 gt ASA2000 ca ASA20001 1 125 1 250 1 500 L 1000 e e for f Stops f 1 22 f 1 22f 1 22 f 1 22 f 1 22 f 1 22 1 1 22 1 22 f 1 16 20 Focusing Ring Out of Focus In Focus
12. d dial at B Keep the shutter release button pressed and turn the time lock lever to L The shutter remains open even if the finger is removed from the button When the lever is returned to A the shutter closes m Time exposure is also possible by using the lockable cable release 12 Index Pre Set Aperture Ring m The X index is used for synchronizing an electronic flash unit such as the Canon Speedlite Although the shutter speed at X is 1 60sec it is equivalent to a very short exposure time during the flash of the flash unit Aperture Incoming light and depth of field are adjusted by turning the pre set aperture ring to the desired f stop m As the f stop value gets larger the amount of light reaching the film plane becomes correspondingly less For each f stop up the light is reduced one half Accord ingly when the aperture is increased by one f stop the exposure is doubled and when it is increased by two f stops the exposure is quadrupled m Certain lenses however have no relation to the light ness being halved between the maximum and the next f stops on the pre set aperture ring a The pre set aperture ring can also be set between two f stops m The ratio between the aperture and the amount of exposure using f 2 as the basis is as follows f stop 121418 228 35 4 56 8 11 16 22 Exposure Ratio 3 2 1 251 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 8 1 16 1 32 1 64 1 128 Pre Setting Aperture and Checking Dep
13. e Ring FL 85mm F18 Relationship Between the Shutter Diaphragm and Mirror Press the shutter release button The shutter clicks The diaphragm closes down to pre set f stop Mirror begins to snap up Mirror is up The diaphragm returns to maximum opening Mirror returns to the former position 15 Using Built In Exposure Meter The Canon FT provides the most accurate light measure ment possible with it s unique TTL Through The Lens sys tem The CdS photocell of the exposure meter is placed in the closest position to the beam splitting condenser lens The semi spot meter reading system enables accurate measurement of the main subject even in counter light conditions The rectangular frame in the viewfinder rep resents the light measurement area of the CdS photocell Place the main subject within this frame and measure the intensity of light so as to obtain the proper exposure Film Speed Setting Set the ASA DIN film speed scale to the speed of the film being used Film speeds are normally shown on the film box cover and or explanatory sheet Lift and turn the film speed set ring around the shutter speed dial If the film is ASA 100 for example make the correct setting by showing 100 in the small window m The following film speeds may be used 32 40 _ 64 80 _ 125 160 250 320 _ 500 640 ASA 25 50 100 200 400 800 DIN 150 187 5 22d tne N24 ey 27 sod 30 16 17 19
14. ess the shutter release button gently The following steps are important Hold the camera snugly in both hands The camera should be pressed firmly to your cheek or forehead When the camera is in a horizontal position both elbows should be firmly pressed against the body and at least one elbow should be resting against the body when in a vertical position 3 Hold your breath and press the shutter release button with a smooth steady stroke Otherwise you will have a blurred picture m When using slow shutter speeds below 1 30sec the use of a tripod and cable release is recommended m When taking pictures against the light always use a lens hood 23 24 QL Cover Sprocket Window QL Shaft Film Set Mark Sprocket Cartridge Compartment Direction in which film is placed emulsified surface facing the back of the lens Le Film te g 9 E Q lr 2 Film Loading The Canon FT accepts any standard 35mm film roll in cartridge for daylight loading When loading a new film always avoid direct sunlight Raise the back cover lock and make a half turn counter clockwise The cover will rise slightly Open the cover fully When the back cover is opened the QL cover opens simultaneously m The QL cover automatically opens and closes with the back cover Do not touch the QL cover Raise the film rewind crank and pull it all the way up Face the film cartridge as illustrated and i
15. for darkroom loading into an ordinary cartridge be sure to trim the tip of the leader between perforations 27 Film Rewinding When the film reaches the end and the film advance lever stops rewind the film into the cartridge as soon as possible Be sure not to open the back cover before rewinding Otherwise the entire roll will be exposed and ruined as the exposed film is naked within the camera 1 Press in the rewinding button Raise the film rewind crank turn it in the direction of the arrow and rewind the film into the cartridge When the rewinding button stops revolving and rewinding resistance becomes light stop rewinding immediately 3 Open the back cover 4 Pull up the rewind knob fully and remove the cartridge m Once the rewinding button has been pressed the finger may be removed The button will pop out automatically when the film advance lever is wound m If you force the film advance lever after the film reaches its end the film will become detached from the cartridge spool or tear and rewinding Will become impossible If this happens open the back cover and remove the film only in a darkroom 23 Insert the flash unit into the accessory shoe Synchronizing Flash Unit By connecting the cord of the flash bulb unit or the elec tronic flash unit to the FT s flash socket synchronization becomes possible with the following shutter speeds m A lens hood should be attached when taking pictures wi
16. he lens focal length The depth of field will be shallower the larger the aperture opening the nearer the distance of the subject and or the longer the lens focal length For example if the lens used is 50mm and the subject has been focused at a distance of 3m 10 with an f 8 aperture value read off from both indexes on either side of the indicator orange line the depth of field is from approximately 2 3m 8 to 4 3m 14 If the aperture is closed down to f 16 the picture will be come sharp between 1 9m 6 to 7 6m 25 from the camera This range will vary with the f stop selected 32 50mm Lens f 8 Depth of field 2 3 4 3m 8 14 Focused at 3m 10 50mm Lens f 16 Depth of field 1 9m 7 6m 6 25 Focused at 3m 10 m Canon FL lenses let you see the actual sharpness through the viewfinder by turning the manual aperture ring or the A M ring m Although air bubbles may sometimes be seen in a lens they do not affect the resolution power or the sharpness of the picture Lens Mount FL and R Series Lenses All Canon FL lenses which have the FL mounts can be used with the Canon FT except the FLP 38mm F 2 8 m lt is also possible to attach and use all the R lenses for Canonflex use However as the pre set aperture mechanism differs pictures must be taken by controlling the aperture manually 33 Fixing Mirror Upwards In case the Canon Lens FL 19mm F 3 5 is used the mirror should be fi
17. ns the blue sky Brightens red and yellow Darkens blue increases yellow and red per o ol ceptibly Good for contrasts especially in distant landscapes O R1 Makes strong contrasts May also be used with infrared film 4 Prevents red from turning radically into On Gy white Lightens sky and face appropriately and reflects the lightness of fresh greenery o NDS ND4 reduces light values by 1 4 NDB by ND8 _1 8 No effect on the reproduction of colors O SKYLIGHT Acts to harmonize the blue sky and shade For use with daylight type film under the O CCA4 _cloud For use with universal type color negative O CCAB film under the cloud or tungsten type film under the morning sun or sunset For use with tungsten type film under sun e CCA 12 light cs For use with daylight type film under the O CCB4 morning sun or sunset A For use with daylight type film and clear ccBB flash bulb is For use with daylight type film under tung e CCB 12 sten light For black and white film For color film 37 Interchangeable Lenses and Accessories A wide range of interchangeable lenses from 19mm to 1000mm and various accessories are available to further enhance your Canon FT Canon Interchangeable Lenses FL 19mm F3 5R FL 135mm F 3 5 Compact FL 28mm F3 5 FL 135mm F 2 5 FL 35mm F2 5 FL 200mm F 4 5 Compact FL 35mm F 3 5 Compact FL 200mm F 3 5 FL 50mm F3 5 R 300mm F4 FL 50mm F1 8 R 400mm F 4 5 FL 50mm F 1 4 R 600mm F
18. nsert it into the cartridge compartment Push the crank back to its former position again The crank fork will slip into the axis of the film cartridge In case the crank does not fully return turn it slightly to the left or right Hold the film cartridge down with the left hand so that it does not rise and lay the tip of the leader above the red film set mark 25 Bring down the QL cover to hold the film in place by closing the back cover Look through the sprocket window to see if the film is correctly engaged on the sprocket Press down on the back cover to prevent it from rising and turn the back cover lock clockwise m If the film is sagging the cartridge will rise and the back cover will not close Leave the lens cap on and make three blank shots each time turning the film advance lever The frame counter will advance from the S mark to 0 With one more advance the camera will be ready for the first shot 26 Joo0o00000000000900 NARA AA AMO oOooooo Checking Correct Film Loading The film is properly loaded and advanced if the film rewind crank rotates when you wind the film advance lever If the rewind crank does not rotate take out the film as explained on the following page and reload Setting the Film Speed When loading the film be sure to set the film speed scale at the proper position Refer to page 16 for setting the film speed m When repacking a long wound film
19. th a flash unit Synchronized Shutter Speeds 1 60 or faster 1 15 or slower FP class 6 Press 26 Flash M class M3 45 Press 25 1 15 or slower MF class M2 Flashoube 1 15 or slower i X setting Electronic z AT ec gas Bewer 29 Uses of Lenses Changing Lenses Be sure to unlock the meter circuit switch lock If the meter circuit switch is pressed or is locked the red dot appears inside the camera mount The pre set aperture pin at the back end of the lens cannot be connected to the coupling part on the camera body and the pre set aperture will not function Remove the lens from the camera body by turning the bayonet ring of the lens to the left until the red dot on the lens coincides with the red dot on the camera mount Mount the lens by matching the red dot of the lens to the red dot on the camera mount Turn the bayo net ring to the right and fasten Before mounting turn the bayonet ring of the lens sufficiently to the left and align the red dot and guide pin of the lens m Attach the lens quickly in the shade The film will sometimes become foggy if the lens is left unattached m Whenever a lens is removed be sure to put on its dust cap to protect the aperture pin m When not in use for a long time protect the mirror with a flange cap 30 Tupelo a 4 EN Coincide the red dots 4 Coincide the red dot and guide pin
20. th of Field Lens with A M Ring Pre Setting of Aperture Set the A M ring at A Then set the desired f stop on the pre set aperture ring to the index The diaphragm wil close down to the pre set f stop only for the instant that the shutter is re leased Except for that instant the diaphragm remains fully open Manually Operated Aperture When the A M ring is set at M the diaphragm closes down to any desired f stop by turning the pre set aperture ring and the depth of field at the time of shutter release can be checked When the A M ring is reset at A the dia phragm again returns to maximum opening Lens with Manual Aperture Ring Pre Setting of Aperture Set the desired f stop on the pre set aperture ring to the index Then set the index of the manual aperture ring to this pre set f stop The diaphragm will close down to the pre set f stop only for the instant that the shutter is released Manually Operated Aperture When the manual aper ture ring is turned in the direction of closing down the diaphragm after setting the desired f stop on the pre set aperture ring to the index the diaphragm will close down to the pre set f stop and the depth of field can be checked The manual aperture ring cannot be turned when set at the maximum f stop m Refer to pages 32 33 concerning depth of field 14 Index Pre Set Aperture Ring A M Ring FL 50mm F 1 4 Index Pre Set Aperture Ring Manual Apertur
21. the battery in normal use is approximately one year m The battery releases current only when the meter circuit switch is pressed Sufficient Power Meter Needle Insufficient Power Must be replaced Film Winding The film advance lever winds the film cocks the shutter and prepares the aperture and mirror for the next shutter release all in one motion Turn the film advance lever until it stops The film will be advanced one frame and the shutter cocked The frame counter is simultaneously advanced to the next number When the shutter release button is pressed the mirror flips up the diaphragm simultaneously closes down to the pre set f stop and the shutter operates After the shutter is operated the advance lever can be wound for the next frame Be sure that the safety lock lever is set at A m Winding may be done by moving the lever with several short strokes m After loading the film make another wind since the first winding may not be complete m The shutter will not function when pressing the shutter release button unless the winding is completed In such a case check the winding once more Frame Counter Each winding will advance the number of the frame counter indicating the number of pictures taken When the back cover is opened the indicator automatically returns to starting position S 10 Safety Device for Shutter When the safety lock lever around the shutter release but
22. ton is turned to the L position the shutter is locked and will not move This device may be used when the camera is carried in a wound condition Attaching the Cable Release Separately available Canon Release can be attached to the FT by screwing it into the threaded hole in the center of the shutter release button Even if the safety lock lever is at L position the shutter will operate by using the release 11 Shutter and Aperture Adjustment Exposures are adjusted by the shutter and aperture The shutter controls the exposure time and the aperture con trols the amount of incoming light The Canon FT uses the zero adjustment coupled meter a very simple method of obtaining proper exposures Shutter Speed Dial Adjust the shutter speed by turning the shutter speed dial to the desired index number The index on the dial shows the denominators of 1 1000 sec 1 500 sec etc m The shutter speed dial does not revolve between the indexes B and X w Be sure to set the index at a position where the click stop catches In case of B index adjust it to the white dot just below the B index m B indicates bulb exposure and is used when making exposures of more than one second When the shutter speed dial is set at B the shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is pressed m When time exposure is necessary to make an exposure over an extended time first set the shutter spee
23. witch as soon as it returns to its original position 35 Double Exposures Although Canon FT is designed to prevent double expo sures being made by mistake a double exposure can be made by the following steps 1 When the first exposure has been made press in the rewinding button 2 Rewind the film with the rewinding crank by watching the mark on the rewinding button carefully 3 Stop rewinding when the mark has made a 3 4 turn i e 270 4 Next wind the film advance lever while lightly holding the rewinding crank When resistance is felt on the rewinding crank stop winding Wind the film advance lever once more The camera is ready for another exposure m By repeating the above process any number of expo sures on the same frame can be made The frame counter will however continue to advance with each exposure 36 3 E Various types of 48mm for FL 50mm F 1 8 and 58mm for FL 50mm F 3 5 F 1 4 55mm F 1 2 screw in type fil ters are available for special effects in both color and black and white photog raphy The TTL exposure measurement system of the Canon FT does not re quire exposure factor compensation Filters Type Effectiveness of Filters Absorbs only ultra violet rays Especially O UV effective at seaside and in high mountains __ Recommended for use in color photography Y1 Increases contrast of black and white film O Y3 Enhances clouds darke
24. xed upwards For mounting the lens turn the mirror lock lever in the direction of the arrow The mirror is thus fixed to a position under the focusing screen The lens is then attached and used with the mirror in the fixed up position m Attach the lens quickly in the shade The film will sometimes become foggy if the lens is left unattached m When the mirror is locked combined usage of the separate viewfinder for this lens becomes necessary Do not use the mirror lock for ordinary photography with the automatic aperture When its use becomes necessary however release the pre set aperture and take the pictures under manual conditions m When the mirror is locked always keep the lens covered when not in use If it is turned in the direction of the sun without the cap there is the danger of the shutter curtain being burned a After the mirror lock device has been used be sure to return the mirror lock lever completely to its original position Failure to do this will result in inexact focusing 34 Using Self Timer 1 Wind the film advance lever 2 Turn the self timer lever in the direction of the arrow counter clockwise until it stops 3 Depress the shutter release button The shutter will be actuated approximately 10 seconds later m Be sure to wind the film advance lever Otherwise the self timer will act but the shutter will not be actuated B The self timer lever can be used as a meter circuit s
25. ynchronizing possible for FP M and MF flash bulbs and electronic flash units m Self Timer Built in m Film Rewinding By button and crank m Film Advance Lever Single operation 174 possible to wind with several short strokes m Film Loading By opening back cover Accepts any standard 35mm film roll in cartridge QL mechanism for quick loading of film m Interchangeable Lenses Automatic pre set aperture type Canon FL lenses m Frame Counter Self resetting type m Size 144x93x43mm 554 x 3 x 134 m Weight 740 grams 1 Ib 10 0z body only Subject to alterations Pre Set Aperture Ring Focusing Ring Bayonet Mount Ring Meter Circuit Switch Lock Flash Socket Meter Circuit Switch and Self Timer Lever Mirror Lock Lever Film Speed Set Ring Time Lock and Safety Lock Lever Frame Counter Shutter Release Button DIN Film Speed Scale Shutter Speed Dial Film Rewind Crank Battery Check Lever Film Advance Lever ASA Film Speed Scale Accessory Shoe E y Film Plane Indicator We are highly gratified that you have selected the Canon FT a wise choice that promises you many delightful years of photographic experiences Canon is recognized the world over as the fore most pioneer in the development of photographic equipment of the highest quality and performance Whether your new FT is for the home labora tory or for traveling make the most of your opportunities
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