Minolta Maxxum 70 QD 35mm SLR Camera
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1. slide the diopter adjustment slider until 2 IT B the image of the focus frame is sharp D Replace the eyepiece cup Diopter adjustment slider 17 SETTING DATE AND TIME DATE MODEL The camera s clock and calendar need to be set for date imprinting The date blinks on the data panel when the camera is turned on if the clock and calendar are not set or have reset because the batteries are exhausted Turn the function dial to the date select position SEL the calendar is displayed on the data panel The date format is year month day and can be changed see page 64 Turn the control dial 1 to select the date and time registers the selected register blinks To change the selected register press and hold the function button 2 and turn the control dial 3 The camera uses a 24 hour clock so 14 00 is 2pm The calendar is automatic from the year 2003 to 2039 Continue until the calendar and clock are set Turn the function dial to any position except DATE SEL or CUST to view the standard data panel display See page 63 on how to use the date imprinting function 18 GETTING STARTED CHANGING BATTERIES DATE MODEL When the batteries have been removed the camera s built in clock will stop The following procedure stores the current time and date when the batteries are changed Turn the camera on and off with the mode dial NA The camera stores the cu2. IKONICA MINOLTA DYNAX 60 MAXXUM 20 MINSLTA 70000000 E INSTRUCTION MANUA FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Read and understand all warnings and cautions before using this product WARNING Using batteries improperly can cause them to leak harmful solutions overheat or explode which may damage property or cause personal injury Do not ignore the following warnings Only use the batteries specified in this instruction manual Do not install the batteries with the polarity reversed Do not use batteries which show wear or damage Do not expose batteries to fire high temperatures water or moisture Do not attempt to short or disassemble batteries Do not store batteries near or in metallic products Do not mix batteries of different types brands or ages Do not use leaking batteries If fluid from the batteries enters your eye immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor If fluid from the batteries makes contact with your skin or clothing wash the area thoroughly with water Tape over lithium battery contacts to avoid short circuiting during disposal always follow local regulations for battery disposal Do not disassemble this product Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched Take the product to a Konica Minolta
3. To load a new roll of film see page 16 Although more pictures than specified on the film package may be taken the film processor may not print more than the number specified on the film cartridge or the last frame may be cropped Camera Notes Custom functions control film rewind p 64 Custom 2 disables automatic rewind Custom 3 specifies if the film leader is completely rewound into the cartridge or left out 28 BASIC OPERATION MANUAL REWIND Camera Notes The film can be rewound manually before the roll is finished Gently press the manual rewind button using a pen to begin rewinding the film Only use blunt objects Sharp objects may damage the camera Wait until the film is completely rewound zero 0 is displayed on the frame counter and the cartridge mark blinks on the data panel to indicate the camera can be opened to remove the film Slide the back cover release down to open the camera and remove the film Close the back cover taking care not to catch the strap To load a new roll of film see page 16 The film chamber lock prevents the camera from being opened while a roll of film is loaded The lock automatically releases when the film is rewound 29 A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY Photography can be a rewarding pursuit It is a broad and disciplined field that can take years to master But the pleasure in making photographs and the joy of capturing a magical moment cannot be c
4. service facility when repairs are required 2 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE WARNING e Immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior especially the flash unit is exposed The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries Keep batteries or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed Store this product out of reach of children Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes It may damage eyesight e Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident e Do not look at the sun or strong light sources directly through the viewfinder or lens It may damage your eyesight or cause blindness Do not expose this product to liquids or operate this product with wet hands If liquid enters the product immediately remove the batteries and discontinue use The continued use of a product exposed to liquids may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock Do not use the product near inflammable gases or liquids such as gasoline benzine or paint thinner Do not use inflammable products such as alcohol benzine or paint thinner to cl
5. tripod socket are located on the bottom of the body 8 NAMES OF PARTS Eyepiece cup Accessory shoe Mode dial Main switch p 32 20 Data panel GA Strap eyelet p 12 TT Manual rewind button p 29 Ve release p 16 Focus mode button p 48 AE lock button p 44 AF button p 46 Viewfinder Film window Diopter adjustment slider p 17 Slide the supplied eyepiece cup C around the viewfinder frame DATA PANEL Subject program indicators p 26 Exposure compensation indicator p 42 Aperture display Manual focus indicator p 48 Metering mode indicator p 58 Battery condition indicator p 15 Remote control indicator p 50 52 Frame counter Film transport signals 10 Cartridge mark 11 Direct Manual Focus indicator p 56 12 AF mode indicators p 56 13 Wireless Remote flash indicator p 60 14 Red eye reduction indicator p 59 15 Flash mode indicators p 24 16 High speed sync indicator p 77 17 Self timer indicator p 51 18 Date imprinting indicator p 63 Date model 19 Single frame Continuous advance indicator p 50 20 Shutter speed display 21 Multiple exposure indicator p 53 22 Exposure bracketing indicator p 54 10 NAMES OF PARTS O NOTE GaN VIEWFINDER I Ce Wide focus L 4 frame Spot metering area p 58 MN I i C gt Spot focus area p
6. 2 Custom 13 Shutter lock lens 72 Custom 14 Shutter lock back 72 Custom 15 Date format Date Model 73 Custom function reset 73 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS AGCESSOry ee TE 74 Lens notes Accessory flash notes High Speed Sync HSS sie Wireless Controller IR 1N 77 TROUDIOSNOOUNG ss sens arriere dns Care and storage Operating conditions 80 ele EE 80 Ell EE 81 Before important events Questions and service da Technical specifications irrisoria iaia ii 82 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the follow ing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro tection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment gener ates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communica tions However there is
7. 46 pu 5 ung 2N V Local focus areas p 46 Flash indicator p 25 High speed sync indicator p 77 Wireless Remote flash indicator p 60 Manual focus indicator p 48 AE lock indicator p 44 Focus signal p 22 Shutter speed display Exposure compensation indicator p 42 Aperture display 10 Metering mode indicator p 58 11 Ev scale p 39 45 The spot focus area and local focus areas are briefly illuminated when the focus is locked to indicate the point of focus O0ONOFUAWN e GETTING STARTED ATTACHING THE STRAP With the visible protrusions on the inside of the holder ring oriented as shown pass the tip of the strap through the ring Pass the tip of the strap through the camera s strap eyelet from below and then the holder ring 1 Attach the strap so the tip comes between the strap and the camera Thread the tip of the strap through the inside of the buckle and pull to tighten 2 Leave some slack in the camera strap so the tip may be threaded through the buckle easily Push the holder ring toward the strap eyelet to secure the strap to the camera 3 Repeat with the other end of the camera strap 12 GETTING STARTED 7 ATTACHING A LENS lt A This camera uses interchangeable lenses See page 74 for compatible lenses Never touch the inside of the camera especially the lens contacts and mirror Remove the body and rear lens caps The arrow on the
8. 56 Auto Drive mode p 50 Single frame advance Metering mode p 58 14 segment Exposure compensation p 42 0 0 Exposure bracketing p 54 Off Multiple exposure p 53 Off Wireless Remote flash p 60 Off If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed and aperture range the shutter speed and aperture displays blink on the data panel and in the viewfinder In bright conditions use a neutral density filter on the lens load a slower film or if using artificial lights reduce the intensity of the illumination In dark conditions use the built in flash or load a faster film Camera Notes When the mode dial is turned to the full auto program or subject program positions the program aperture priority shutter priority and manual exposure modes are also reset 33 KE RAM P Like full auto program program controls both the shutter speed and aperture required for each exposure The operation is the same as described in the taking a picture section on page 21 However functions set in this mode will not reset when the camera is turned off If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed and aperture range the shutter speed and aperture displays blink on the data panel and in the viewfinder In bright conditions use a neutral density filter on the lens load a slower film or if using artificial lights reduce the intensity of the illumination In dark conditions use the built in flash or
9. Camera Inc 4 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for purchasing this camera Please take time to read this manual so that you can enjoy all the features of your new camera Klee 8 Data panel EEN 10 VICWINGOR EE 11 Getting started 12 Attaching the strap iii 12 Attachingra llens siracaaniciali riallaccia 13 Removing ET 13 Installing Batteries 14 Battery condition indicator ii 15 Reie Tue BU EE 16 Diopter adjustment ss nes sans 17 Setting the date and time Date model eenean 18 Changing batteries Date model ne 19 Basic ee 20 Turning on the camera iii 20 Handling the TE aria iii 20 Taking WE ana paia 21 Steel EE 22 Special focusing situations i 22 FOCUS OCK aiiis 23 Eno A T S 24 AERES ET 25 we GC 25 SUDIGGE PFOGIAmMS cirie 26 Film rewind ssrace iaia aan 28 Manual rewind 29 A short guide to photography 30 What is a stop What is an EV 31 AVANCE e E E 32 Mode dial ol ia alan 32 About full auto program 33 Program G 34 Aperture priority 35 Shutter priority EE 36 About shutter Sp dS 2seussnmrentrerseresmenenenm mener 37 What is ap fnUmber ss ciscccssscssssessccsssavesseisescsasvecesesstegesevacisvsvczseis 37 EIERE 38 Metering in manual exposure i 39 Bulb exposures
10. amera design and was unveiled at Photokina in 1966 The Electro zoom X is an aperture priority SLR with a built in 30 120mm f 3 5 zoom lens a It took twenty 12 X 17mm images on a roll of E ol 16mm film The shutter button and battery T chamber are located in the grip Only a few 11 CH prototypes were built making it one of Minolta s rarest camera 39 BULB EXPOSURES Bulb exposures can be taken in the manual exposure mode p 38 Bulb allows the shutter to remain open for as long as the shutter release button is pressed The camera s exposure meter cannot calculate bulb exposures a separate light meter is recommended In manual exposure mode use the control dial 1 to decrease the shutter speed until bulb appears in the shutter speed display on the data panel Press and hold the exposure compensation button 2 and turn the control dial to select the aperture Press and hold the shutter release button for the duration of the exposure The optional remote control RC 3 can be used open and close the shutter p 52 A tripod is recommended for bulb exposures If the light level prevents the camera from focusing use manual focus p 48 40 ADVANCED OPERATION ATTACHING THE EYEPIECE CAP The supplied eyepiece cap prevents light from entering through the viewfinder and affecting the exposure meter or fogging the film when using the self timer or remote control or during long exposu
11. atteries are removed the date and time are reset and the date imprinting function is disabled To save the date and time when changing batteries see page 19 14 GETTING STARTED i PA 7 N a x BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR The camera has a battery condition indicator When the camera is on the indicator appears on the data panel If the data panel is blank the batteries may be exhausted or installed incorrectly Full battery indicator power is sufficient for all camera operations Low battery indicator indicator blinks All functions are operational but the batteries need to be replaced soon Flash recycling time may be slow Low battery warning indicator blinks and no other indicators appear on the data panel Power is insufficient for camera operation and the shutter will not release Replace the batteries Occasionally the battery condition indicator can give a false low battery warning even though power is sufficient for operation Turn the camera on and off a few times to reset the display 15 LOADING FILM Always load or remove the film under subdued light to reduce the chances of fogging The camera automatically sets the correct film speed ISO with DX coded film If non DX coded film is used the camera will use the previous roll s film speed See page 57 to set the film speed manually SQ Slide the back cover release down to open the camera Never tou
12. ch the shutter curtain with your fingers or the film leader The curtains precision design is extremely sensitive to pressure Insert the film cartridge into the film chamber Extend the leader between the guide rails to the film tip index mark 1 If the film tip extends beyond the index mark take the cartridge out and rewind the excess film back into the cartridge Hold the film cartridge down so that the film lays flat 16 GETTING STARTED Close the back cover The camera Te e automatically advances the film to the a first frame Take care not to catch the strap when closing the cover If the film is loaded correctly the frame counter indicates the first frame The film speed ISO is displayed on the data panel for 5 seconds If the film is loaded incorrectly 0 blinks in the frame counter Reload the film Camera Notes Do not use Polaroid Instant 35mm film winding problems may occur Infrared film cannot be used as the camera s frame counter sensor will fog the film No more than 40 exposures can be taken on one roll When using 72 exposure film the camera will rewind the roll after the 40th exposure DIOPTER ADJUSTMENT The viewfinder has an adjustable diopter lt can be adjusted between 2 0 and 1 0 diopter Carefully slide the eyepiece cup from around the viewfinder frame by pushing on each side of the cup While looking through the viewfinder
13. d between 30 and 1 2000 second Press and hold the exposure compensation button 2 and turn the control dial 1 to adjust the aperture The aperture range depends on the lens The shutter speed and aperture values are displayed on the data panel Press the shutter release button partway down to view the exposure in the viewfinder To use fill flash press the flash mode 3 button to raise the flash The flash exposure is controlled automatically by the camera The shutter speed cannot exceed the flash sync speed of 1 90 second Flash range is dependent on the aperture see page 25 To cancel the flash push the flash head down METERING IN MANUAL EXPOSURE Cthe Ev scale in the viewfinder indicates the difference between the set exposure and the exposure determined by the camera meter Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the meter The scale uses half stop or 0 5Ev increments For more on stops and Ev see page 31 The set exposure is one stop less than the exposure determined by the meter The arrow indicates the set exposure is two and a half stops more or less than the exposure determined by the meter The blinking arrow indicates the set exposure is three or more stops greater or less than the exposure determined by the meter Konica Minolta History We believe innovation and creativity is the cornerstone of our success The Electro zoom X was an exercise in c
14. ean the product The use of inflammable cleaners and solvents may cause an explosion or fire If the product emits a strange odor heat or smoke discontinue use Immediately remove the batteries taking care not to burn yourself The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries e Take the product to a Konica Minolta service facility when repairs are required A CAUTION Do not point the product directly at the sun If sunlight is focused on an inflammable surface a fire may result Replace the lens cap when the product is not in use Do not use or store the product in a hot or humid environment such as the glove compartment or trunk of a car lt may damage the product and batteries which may result in burns or injuries caused by heat fire explosion or leaking battery fluid If batteries are leaking discontinue use of the product Do not fire the flash while it is in contact with people or objects The flash unit discharges a large amount of energy which may cause burns Do not apply pressure to the data panel A damaged panel may cause injury and the liquid from the panel may cause inflammation If liquid from the panel makes contact with skin wash the area with fresh water If liquid from the panel comes in contact with the eyes immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of water and contact a doctor Konica Minolta is a trademark of Konica Minolta Holdings Inc Dynax and Maxxum are trademarks of Konica Minolta
15. erture Shutter speed Focus signal Flash indicator Place the subject in the wide focus frame If using a zoom lens rotate the zooming ring to frame the subject Press the shutter release button partway down to activate the autofocus and exposure systems 1 The viewfinder focus signal p 22 confirms focus and the spot or local focus area is briefly illuminated to indicate the point of focus If the focus signal blinks repeat the procedure If the flash is required for the exposure it raises automatically and the flash indicator appears in the viewfinder p 25 In low light conditions the flash acts as an AF illuminator p 70 The shutter speed and aperture used for the exposure are displayed in the viewfinder and on the data panel Press the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture 2 When taking a picture press the shutter release button gently so not the shake the camera during the exposure 21 FOCUS SIGNALS The viewfinder focus signal indicates the status of the autofocus system Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses or in low light conditions ER Focus locked O Focus is confirmed Continuous AF p 56 ER haoicaior blinks cannot focus The shutter is locked Focusing Continuous AF The shutter is locked When the camera cannot focus the subject may be too close or a special focus situations may be preventing t
16. gned to be used with lenses with focal lengths from 28mm of longer When using lenses shorter than 28mm the corners of the image will not be fully illuminated Remove the lens hood to prevent lens shadowing see page 75 The shutter will not release while the flash is charging Push down the built in flash when the camera is not in use EEN 4 Autoflash the built in flash pops up automatically when flash illumination is required Only available with full auto AUTO program program and subject programs p 32 the ambient light Fill flash can be used to reduce harsh L Fill flash the flash fires with each exposure regardless of shadows caused by strong direct light or sunshine Flash cancel the flash will not fire Used when flash TE photography is prohibited natural light is desired to VW illuminate the subject or the subject is beyond the flash range To change the flash mode with full auto program program and subject programs press and hold the flash mode button 1 and turn the control dial 2 until the appropriate mode is displayed on the data panel When using aperture priority shutter priority or manual exposure mode the flash is set to flash cancel To use fill flash press the flash mode button to raise the flash For accessory flash information see page 76 24 BASIC OPERATION FLASH SIGNALS The viewfinder flash signal indicate the status of the flash Signal steady flash charged and read
17. he system from focusing Use focus lock or manual focus p 48 Autofocus priority and shutter release priority can be specified with custom function 1 p 64 SPECIAL FOCUSING SITUATIONS The camera may not be able to focus in the following situations Use focus lock or manual focus p 48 1 A pa SR a The subject within the focus frame is very bright or low in contrast Two subjects at different distances overlap in the focus frame The subject is near a very bright object or area The subject composed of alternating light and dark lines completely fills the focus frame EOD 22 BASIC OPERATION FOCUS LOCK Focus lock is used for off center subjects outside the focus frame Focus lock can also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing by allowing the camera to be focused on a object at the same distance as the subject Center your subject in the wide focus frame then press the shutter release button partway down to lock focus 1 The focus is locked when focus signal appears in the viewfinder If the signal blinks the camera was unable to focus repeat the procedure The exposure is locked with focus Releasing the shutter button cancels focus lock Continue to hold the shutter release button partway down and compose the picture Press the shutter release button all the way down 2 to take the picture 23 FLASH MODES The built in flash is desi
18. kground Most portraits look best at a telephoto setting the long focal length does not exaggerate facial features and the shallow depth of field separates the subject from the background Use fill flash p 24 with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows Landscape optimized to create sharp landscape photographs while maintaining a shutter speed fast enough to prevent blurring from camera shake For best results zoom to a wide angle setting or use a wide angle lens Include a foreground subject or detail to create a feeling of depth in the picture When taking a portrait within a landscape use fill flash p 24 with strong direct sunlight or backlight to reduce harsh shadows see flash range on page 25 The flash will have no effect on the landscape The use of a tripod is recommended 26 BASIC OPERATION Close up the camera selects the optimum aperture and shutter speed combination to photograph at short object distances For best results use a macro lens or a macro capable zoom lens Focusing time can be longer with macro lenses The use of a tripod is recommended The built in flash will overexpose subjects closer than 1 0m 3 3 ft Use flash cancel At close distances the lens or len hood may block the flash creating a shadow at the bottom of the image The use of an accessory flash is recommended Sports Action the camera uses the fastest possible shutter speed to stop motion and continually adju
19. load a faster film Custom function 7 allows the shutter speed and aperture combination to be changed without affecting the total exposure For more information on program shift see page 68 Camera Notes If the light levels are outside the metering range of the camera the metering mode indicator p 58 on the data panel and in the viewfinder blinks In dark conditions use the camera flash Under bright light use a neutral density filter to control the light level 34 ADVANCED OPERATION APERTURE PRIORITY A Aperture priority allows the photographer to specify the aperture the camera sets the appropriate shutter speed for the required exposure The aperture not only controls exposure but also depth of field the area in front of the camera that appears sharp see page 30 Turn the control dial 1 to adjust the aperture The aperture range depends on the lens The aperture value can be seen on the data panel and in the viewfinder Pressing the shutter release button Zz partway down 2 displays the 6 Z corresponding shutter speed Press EE the shutter release button all the way down to take the picture If the required exposure is beyond the shutter speed range the shutter speed display blinks on the data panel and in the viewfinder Adjust the aperture until the display is steady To use fill flash press the flash mode 3 button to raise the flash The shutter speed cannot exceed the flash
20. nd am second OCR L For shutter speeds of a half a second or longer a I l quote mark is used to denote whole seconds 1 5 mr is one and a half seconds and 15 is fifteen 4 seconds WHAT IS AN f NUMBER The reciprocal is used for shutter speeds from 125 is 1 125 An f number indicates the relative aperture of the lens and lets us determine how much light it lets through But why does the number get bigger when the amount of light decreases The answer is in the way it is written f 2 0 f 8 0 etc That means the focal length of the lens f divide by 2 or 8 So a 100mm lens at f 2 has a 50mm effective aperture 100 2 and at f 8 a 20mm effective aperture 100 8 The f number indicates the size of the aperture as a fraction of the focal length of the lens The f number series was carefully chosen to make controlling exposures easy In the chart the aperture and shutter speed combinations give the exact same exposure Notice how the shutter speed changes to compensate for the change in aperture f 2 8 f 4 0 f 5 6 f 8 0 f 11 f 16 f 22 f 32 1 2000s 1 1000s 1 500s 1 250s 1 125s 1 60s 1 30s 1 15s 37 38 ADVANCED OPERATION EXPOSURE M Manual exposure allows the photographer to specify both the shutter speed and aperture for the exposure For more on aperture and shutter control see page 30 Bulb exposures can also be made refer to page Turn the control dial 1 to adjust the shutter spee
21. nds for exposure value A change of one stop or one Ev adjusts the exposure by a factor of two 3 stops 3 0 Ev 8X as much light 2 stops 2 0 Ev 4X as much light 31 32 ADVANCED OPERATION This section covers the advanced features of the camera Read the basic operation section before moving on MODE DIAL The mode dial give direct access to the main exposure modes in the camera It also acts as the camera s main switch Simply turn the dial to the appropriate position Subject programs to optimize the camera settings based on specific subjects or situations p 26 Full auto program camera systems are completely automated for effortless picture taking p 33 i Off to turn the camera off Program aperture and shutter speeds are set automatically by the camera p 34 Aperture priority shutter speed is set by the camera depending on the aperture set by the photographer p 35 Shutter priority aperture is set by the camera depending on the shutter speed set by the photographer p 36 Manual exposure the photographer sets both the shutter speed and aperture required for the exposure p 38 ADVANCED OPERATION ABOUT FULL AUTO PROGRAM Full auto program completely automates the picture taking process If the position of the mode dial is changed the following are reset Flash mode p 24 Autoflash Focus area p 11 Wide focus frame Autofocus mode p
22. no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiv er is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This mark on your camera certifies that this camera meets the requirements of the EU European Union concerning interference causing equipment regulations CE stands for Conformit Europ enne European Conformity a NAMES OF PARTS This camera is a sophisticated optical instrument Care should be taken to keep these surfaces clean Please read the care and storage instructions in the back of this manual p 80 Self timer lamp Remote control receiver p 51 52 Shutter release button p 21 Control dial Flash p 24 Strap eyelet p 12 Flash mode button p 24 Exposure compensation button p 42 Lens release p 13 Lens mount Mirror Lens contacts Depth of field preview button p 43 The battery chamber door p 14 and
23. ompared The guide is an introduction to some basic photographic principles The lens aperture controls not only exposure but also depth of field the area between the closest object in focus and the furthest object in focus The larger the aperture value the greater the depth of field and the longer the shutter speed needed to make the exposure The smaller the aperture value the shallower the depth of field and the faster the shutter speed needed to make the exposure Usually landscape photographs use a large depth of field large aperture value to keep the foreground and background in focus and portraits use a shallow depth of field small aperture value to separate the subject from the background Depth of field also changes with 5 focal length The shorter the focal length the greater the depth of field the longer the focal length the shallower the depth of field 30 A SHORT GUIDE TO PHOTOGRAPHY OG et Es 99000000 0 jaa 96006 Up The shutter controls not only exposure but also the ability to stop motion Fast shutter speeds are used in sport photography to stop action Slow shutter speeds can be used to show the flow of motion such as water cascading over a waterfall The use of a tripod is recommended with slow shutter speeds WHAT IS A STOP WHAT IS AN EV The term stop comes from the name of aperture plates in old lenses Ev sta
24. rear lens cap must be aligned to the lens mounting index Align the red mounting index on the lens and camera body 1 Carefully insert the lens into the mount then turn it clockwise until it clicks into the locked position Do not insert the lens at an angle If it does not fit check its orientation with the index marks Never force the lens REMOVING A LENS ZZZ Press the lens release all the way in Y 1 and turn the lens counter gt clockwise until it stops Carefully remove the lens Replace the caps on the lens and attach the body cap or another lens to the camera INSTALLING BATTERIES The camera requires two 3V CR2 lithium batteries to operate Read the proper and safe use section on page 2 before using the batteries When changing batteries confirm the mode dial is in the off position Slide the battery chamber release in the direction shown and open the door Setting the camera down with the battery chamber door open may damage the camera Insert the batteries as indicated on the diagram next to the battery chamber door Confirm the positive and negative battery terminals are oriented correctly Push the battery chamber door closed until it clicks into place Date Model The date display will blink when the camera is turned on until the clock and calendar are set To set the camera s clock and calendar see page 18 The clock and calendar are powered by the camera batteries If the b
25. res Carefully slide the eyepiece cup from around the viewfinder frame by pushing on each side of the cup Slide the eyepiece cap over the viewfinder The cap should be attached to the camera strap to SE prevent loss Replace the eyepiece cup after the exposure OPTIONAL VIEWFINDER ACCESSORIES The Angle Finder VN and Magnifier VN can be used with this camera The Angle Finder makes using the camera at low angles easier The Magnifier enlarges the center of the viewfinder image for critical focusing especially for macro photography Eyepiece Corrector 1000 series diopters can be used if the adjustable viewfinder diopter is not sufficient These accessories are mounted on the viewfinder frame as described above For more information on these and other accessories contact your Konica Minolta dealer 41
26. rrent date and time in a memory register each time the camera is turned off or on Change the batteries as described on page 14 Turn the camera on If normal data panel display appears the clock and calendar did not reset If the date blinks on the data panel when the camera is turned on the clock and calendar reset See the facing page on how to set the date and time 19 BASIC OPERATION This section covers the basic operation of the camera Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the operations in this section before moving on TURNING THE CAMERA ON To turn on the camera simply turn the mode dial to the appropriate mode 1 The basic operation section assumes that the full auto program mode is selected P enclosed in a circle The full auto program mode simplifies the picture taking process For more on this and other modes see page 32 HANDLING THE CAMERA Grip the camera firmly with your right hand while supporting the lens with your left Keep your elbows at your side and your feet shoulder width apart to hold the camera steady Keep the camera strap around your neck or wrist in the event you accidentally drop the camera The use of a tripod is recommended when using the camera in low light situations or when using telephoto lenses If a tripod is not available lean against a wall or rest your elbows on a solid surface to steady the camera 20 BASIC OPERATION TAKING A PICTURE Ap
27. sts focus to track the subject The use of fast film is recommended When the subject is not within the flash range use flash cancel p 24 Mount the camera on a tripod or monopod when using telephoto lenses Night Portrait for photographs of people in low light conditions The camera balances the ambient light exposure with the flash exposure so the background appears in the image The use of fast film is recommended Ask the subject not to move after the flash burst as the shutter may still be open for the background exposure Use a tripod to reduce camera shake To photograph a landscape or scene at night set the flash mode to flash cancel p 24 Dark night scenes may prevent the AF system from focusing use manual focus p 48 Night scenes tend to be better at twilight rather than in the darkness of night The faint light in the early evening sky adds detail to the shadows of the scene 27 FILM REWIND After the last frame on the roll of film has been exposed the camera rewinds the film automatically The frame counter counts down during rewind Do not turn the focusing ring when the film is rewinding Wait until the film is completely rewound zero 0 is displayed on the frame counter and the cartridge mark blinks on the data panel to indicate the camera can be opened to remove the film Slide the back cover release down to open the camera and remove the film Close the back cover taking care not to catch the strap
28. sync speed of 1 90 second If the shutter speed display blinks adjust the aperture until the display is steady Flash range is dependent on the aperture see page 25 To cancel the flash push the flash head down 35 SHUTTER PRIORITY S Shutter priority allows the photographer to specify the shutter speed the camera sets the appropriate aperture for the required exposure Shutter speeds not only control exposure but also the apparent sharpness of moving objects see page 30 Turn the control dial 1 to adjust the shutter speed between 30 and 1 2000 second The speeds can be seen on the data panel and in the viewfinder Pressing the shutter release button VA partway down 2 displays the Z corresponding aperture Press the EE shutter release button all the way down to take the picture If the required exposure is beyond the aperture range the aperture display blinks on the data panel and in the viewfinder Adjust the shutter speed until the display is steady To use fill flash press the flash mode 3 button to raise the flash The shutter speed cannot exceed the flash sync speed of 1 90 second Flash range is dependent on the aperture see page 25 To cancel the flash push the flash head down ABOUT SHUTTER SPEEDS The shutter speed used for each exposure is displayed on the data panel and in the viewfinder The following notation is used ek 1 2000 second to 1 3 seco
29. uurirrii iii 40 Attaching the eyepiece cap 41 Optional viewfinder accessories 41 Exposure compensation 42 Depth of field preview 43 AE lock Klo ege ceil EI adie ee fin A 44 About SIOW SYNC ii 45 A Ee te DEE 46 Manual focus ME 48 FUNCTION CAD 2 2 ai E Ren 49 Audio Tel EE 49 Rive le alii nt nie rein et aa ara 50 Continuous advance notes 51 Selftimer NOES geev eeE ENEE EENS sen ennt terres 51 Remote Controlinotes smith ian Rn 52 M ltiple exposures sssssssssssssrsssssnsenennneneraeree 53 Exposure bracketing 54 Ale 56 Manual ISOn c iaia alii 57 Metering modes 58 Red eye reduction EE 59 Wireless Remote flash 60 Wireless Remote flash notes 62 Date imprinting Date model 63 Custom functions 64 Custom 1 AF shutter priority 66 Custom 2 Film rewind cece eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 66 Custom 3 Film leader 66 Custom 4 DX memonm e eee eeeeseeeeeeceeteeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeae 67 Custom 5 Shutter lock lm 67 Custom 6 Focus hold button 67 Custom 7 Program shift 68 Custom 8 AF button cece eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 69 Custom 9 AEL button 70 Custom 10 AF illuminator in 70 Custom 11 Flash metering seess 71 Custom 12 Focus area illumination 7
30. y to fire Signal blinking flash output was sufficient for exposure If the flash signal does not blink after taking the picture the subject was not within the flash range FLASH RANGE The range of the built in flash depends on the speed of the film and the aperture used for the exposure The subject must be within the flash range specified in the table below to be correctly exposed Aperture ISO 100 ISO400 f 2 8 1 0 5 6m 3 3 18 4 ft 1 0 11m 3 3 36 ft f 3 5 1 0 4 5m 3 3 14 8 ft 1 0 9 0m 3 3 29 6 ft f 4 0 1 0 4 0m 3 3 13 1 ft 1 0 8 0m 3 3 26 2 ft f 5 6 1 0 2 8m 3 3 9 2 ft 1 0 5 6m 3 3 18 4 ft Camera Notes With full auto program program and subject programs fill flash can be used with specific single exposures Press and hold the flash mode button while pressing the shutter release button to make the exposure the flash pops up automatically 25 SUBJECT PROGRAMS Subject programs optimize the camera system for specific conditions or subjects Five subject programs are available Turn the mode dial 1 to the subject program position Use the control dial 2 to select the appropriate program the active l program is displayed at DI the top of the data panel GE A QI DN DO Not all camera functions can be selected with subject programs a Portrait optimized to create sharp images of the subject with a soft bac
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