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Welcome to the world of SLR photography! Your new T50 combines built-in power winding with the sophisticated electronics of Canon's programmed SLRs. It is as easy to use as a compact camera, yet affords the special flexibility that only SLRs give: lens interchangeability. The T50 takes care of every exposure worry for you from regular daylight shooting, to flash photography when accompanied by the Canon Speedlite 244T. Even film loading is automatic.
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1. Attaching the Lens Turn the rear lens cap in the direction of the arrow until it stops. Then pull it off the lens. Remove the body cap. This camera is designed for use with Canon FD lenses only. Lenses and accessories shown below cannot be used with the T 50. FL series lenses TS35 mm f/2.8 To reattach the rear lens cap, align it with the lens as illustrated. Then lightly push it in and turn it clockwise until it stops. Fish-eye 7.5 mm f/5.6 Reflex 500 mm f/8 Macrophoto 20 mm f/3.
To mount the lens, first align the red positioning point on the lens with the red dot above the camera mount as illustrated. After mounting the lens, make sure the lens release button has popped out. Otherwise, the lens will not work properly. DO NOT press the lens release button while mounting, or it may not pop out. Then turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it stops and the lens release button pops out with a click.
2. Setting the Lens for Programmed AE Remove the front lens cap While pressing in the AE lock pin, turn the aperture ring in the direction of the arrow until "A" click-stops at the distance index. "A" will be in line with the red dot on the camera. If you forget to do this, automatic exposure will be impossible.
3. Loading the Batteries The T50 needs batteries to power it. Use two new penlight (size AA, 1.5V) batteries of the same brand. We recommend Alkaline-manganese (LR6) batteries for longer battery life. Carbon-zinc batteries may also be used, but their life is shorter. DO NOT use Ni-Cd batteries. Push the battery chamber cover opening latch. The battery chamber cover will flip open. Load the batteries so that their terminals face the directions indicated on the back of the battery chamber cover.
4. Checking the Batteries If you hear beeping sounds, you can start taking pictures. If the beeping sounds are not emitted, battery power is insufficient. In this case, replace the batteries. (The selector dial automatically returns to "L" when you remove your finger.) Hints: 1. Wipe the battery terminals and the camera contacts with a clean, dry cloth before loading to ensure proper contact. 2.
5. Selector Dial "PROGRAM" is the picture-taking position. "SELF" is the position for self timer photography. "L" locks the shutter to prevent accidental shutter release. Turn the dial to "L" when not using the camera; this conserves battery power. 11 Distributed by WWW.LENSINC.
6. Setting the Film Speed While pressing the lock release button, rotate the film speed dial until the ISO/ASA of your film is aligned with the green index. This is necessary for getting correct exposure. A film's ISO/ASA number (for example, ISO/ASA 100) represents its sensitivity to light. The higher the number, the less light needed for an exposure. Thus, with ISO/ASA 400 film you can shoot even in dim light.
7. Loading the Film Pull up the rewind knob until the back cover pops open. The T50 uses color or black and white film (negative or slide) in standard 35 mm cartridges. Place the cartridge in the film chamber as shown. Then push the rewind knob down, turning it until it drops into its normal position. Pull the film leader across the camera so that its tip is aligned with the orange index in the lower right-hand side of the film chamber.
Turn the selector dial to “PROGRAM." Keep your finger pressed on the shutter button until the frame counter automatically stops at "1." While doing this, keep an eye on the rewind knob. If it rotates in the direction of the arrow (see above right), the film is loaded correctly. Each time you advance the film, the frame counter also advances to the next frame. It can count up to 36 frames.
8. Learning to Hold the Camera Correctly Loading the Film in Low or Humid Temperatures In low temperatures, film with a long leader may become curled. Manually wind the excess leader back into the cartridge to straighten out the curl. Then pull the film back out and align its tip with the orange index. When the humidity is high, film becomes soft and easily torn. Keep the film stored in its canister until just before you load it to keep it from tearing.
9. Shooting Make sure that the selector dial is set to "PROGRAM." Look into the viewfinder. Turn the focusing ring until the main subject is sharp and compose the picture. Shutter speed is the amount of time the shutter remains open for exposure. Aperture in photo terminology refers to the size of the lens opening. Shutter speed and aperture are the variables forming the basis of exposure.
A rapidly blinking "P" (about 8 times per second) means shooting is not possible without the use of flash. See p. 24 for more on photography with the Canon Speedlite 244T. The solid line indicates the meter coupling range in programmed AE when the FD 50 mm f/1.4 is used. 17 Distributed by WWW.LENSINC.
10. Continuous Shooting The film will be automatically advanced as long as the shutter button is depressed. For a single exposure: Remove your finger from the shutter button as soon as the shutter is released. Press the shutter button all the way. The film will automatically advance to the next frame. One of the greatest features of the T50 is its built-in power winder.
11. The T50's Viewfinder The T50's viewfinder is bright and easy to use, displaying only the necessary information through a Light-Emitting Diode (LED) system of illumination. You may have been wondering how the T50 measures lighting conditions and provides correct exposure. This is accomplished through the Center-Weighted Averaging System by way of a silicon photocell. It reads the entire viewing area with emphasis on the central portion where the subject is most likely to be placed.
12. Focusing Aids Out-of-focus In-focus The focusing aids in the center of the viewfinder will help you focus all your pictures sharply. They can be used alone or in combination. See the illustration on the facing page. 1. Laser Matte Screen --------When it is difficult to focus the subject, use the laser matte screen. It appears fuzzy until the subject is in focus. 2. Microprism Rangefinder -----Shimmers when the subject is out of focus. It is clear and steady when in focus. 3.
13. Viewfinder Information 4. Manual control LED Blinks when the lens aperture ring is detached from "A." Warns that exposure may not be correct 5. Programmed AE control LED/Camera shake, Underexposure warning "P" lights up to indicate correct exposure. Slow blinking warns for camera shake; rapid blinking means shooting not possible. 6. Flash-charge completion LED; with 244T, also flash exposure confirmation. Lights up when flash is charged, and with the 244T, confirms auto flash exposure.
14. Self-Timer Set the selector dial to "SELF" and focus your picture. Hint: When a tripod is not available, put the camera on a table for self-timed photography. To start the self-timer, press the shutter button. A beeping sound will be emitted. The shutter will be released automatically ten seconds later. At two seconds before shutter release, the camera will begin to beep at a faster rate. The T50 sets the exposure the moment you press the shutter button.
15. Rewinding the Film At the end of the roll of film, film advance will stop automatically and, after a pause, the camera will beep to inform you. First press in the rewind button. (Once you have pressed it, you can remove your finger.) Then turn the rewind crank in the direction of the arrow. Keep turning until you feel no further pressure on the rewind crank. If you do not remove your finger from the shutter button after film advance has stopped.
16. Dedicated Flash Photography with the Canon Speedlite 244T When the rewind crank feels loose, open the back cover. The frame counter will automatically return to "S." Remove the film cartridge as illustrated and place it back in its canister. It should be developed as soon as possible. Note: There is an extremely rare possibility that, after rewinding your film, the mirror inside the camera body may not flip back to its normal position. If this happens, simply press the rewind button.
Depress the shutter button halfway; once the " ! " mark signals that the flash is charged, you are ready for flash photography. You need not make any settings. The aperture is automatically set for the best exposure results. The shutter speed is also set automatically to X-sync (1/60 sec). If the subject is too far from the flash, the green "P" will blink rapidly to warn you. Move closer to your subject in such cases.
17. Photography with the Remote Switch 60 T3 The Remote Switch 60 T3 is a useful accessory that has also been designed exclusively for the T50. Attached directly to the camera body, it enables you to shoot by remote control. And since the T50 has a built-in power winder, you do not need an extra accessory to advance the film. With the optional Extension Cord 1000 T3 (approximately 10 m, or 30 ft), you can shoot from a distance, especially useful when photographing wildlife.
18. Other Accessories Lens Hood Dioptric Adjustment Lenses S We strongly recommend the use of a lens hood to keep out side light which may cause flare and ghost images to form on the image. Rigid Canon hoods also help to protect the lens from shock. Use only a hood which is specified for your particular lens. Most Canon hoods fit into the bayonet mount and are fixed by turning. For more details, please see the lens instruction manual.
Canon Wireless Controller LC-1 Interval Timer TM-1 Quartz This accessory is a remote control photography device using infrared rays to control cameras from a distance. The LC-1 is particularly useful in sports photography, wildlife photography, news coverage, and for numerous other fields. The Wireless Controller LC-1 consists of a transmitter and a receiver. Up to three cameras can be operated in series when the receivers are set to different channels.
19. Carrying the Camera Thread the ends of the strap through the rings on the camera as shown. For carrying the camera, in particular, insert it into its semi-hard case (optional accessory) as shown. Unsnap the top cover of the case to remove it. Turn the lens focusing ring to infinity (∞) before closing the top cover again. Do not forget to turn the selector dial to "L" to prevent accidental shutter release while carrying the camera. 29 Distributed by WWW.LENSINC.
20. Caring for Your Camera As with any precision instrument, proper care and maintenance involve a few simple rules in addition to common sense. Observing these few rules will keep your T50 in top condition at all times. 3. To keep the camera in top condition during prolonged storage, occasionally insert the batteries and take several blank shots to "exercise" the mechanisms. Check the operation of each part before you use the camera following long storage. 4.
6. If the lens surfaces are clean, yet the viewfinder appears dusty, the picture will not be affected by the dust in the viewfinder. If the mirror gets dirty, it will not affect pictures but it may make viewing difficult. Dust it VERY gently with a blower brush. If further cleaning is necessary, NEVER do it yourself but take the camera to the nearest authorized Canon service facility. 8.
SPECIFICATIONS Type: 35 mm SLR (Single-Lens Reflex) camera with electronically-controlled programmed AE (Automatic Exposure). Exposure Modes: Programmed AE and programmed AE flash photography with Canon Speedlite 244T Format: 24 x 36 mm. Usable Lenses: Canon FD series lenses only. Viewfinder: Fixed eye-level pentaprism. Field of View: 92% vertical and 93% horizontal coverage of the actual picture area. Magnification: 0 83X at infinity with a standard lens.
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