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9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 2 AUTOMATIC OPERATION DETAILED OPERATION 40 40 41 42 43 44 45 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS SUBJECT PROGRAM SELECTION .............................. Portrait ........................................................................ Landscape .................................................................. Close-up ...................................................................... Sports ..........................................................................
01.8.3 16:11 Page 4 GETTING STARTED 9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 EXPOSURE .................................................................... 77 14-Segment Honeycomb Pattern Metering ................ 77 Spot Metering.............................................................. 77 Spot-AE Lock .............................................................. 78 Ev Scale Display When Using the Spot-AE Lock ...... 80 TAKING TIME EXPOSURES (buLb) ..............................
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 6 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE Thank you for purchasing the Minolta Maxxum/Dynax 5. Please take time to read this manual so that you can enjoy all the features of your new camera. This manual has been designed to help you understand the camera’s operation quickly. The information in this manual is relevant for products introduced before May, 2001.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 8 FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE WARNING • 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.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 10 QUICK OPERATION 1 2 3 Insert batteries. • This camera uses two CR2 lithium batteries. p.18 Attach the lens. •Align the red mounting index on the lens with the one on the camera. Carefully insert the lens into the mount and turn it clockwise until it clicks into the locked position. p.20 Set full-auto operation. 5 •Press the program-reset button to set the camera to fully automatic operation. p.30 6 Center your subject in the wide focus frame .
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 12 NAMES OF PARTS Body For information on specific parts, refer to the page shown in parentheses. Built-in flash* (35) Flash-mode button (37) Program-reset button (30) *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. 122).
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222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 16 GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED STRAP Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the strap through the strap eyelet from below as shown. • Attach the strap so that the tip comes inside. This section provides the information necessary to prepare the camera for use. Strap (p.17) 2 Batteries (p.18) Film (p.21) Lens (p.20) Push down the buckle to fix the strap. • Take care not to catch the strap when closing the back cover.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 18 BATTERIES Installing the Batteries Battery Condition Indicators Your camera uses two 3V CR2 lithimum batteries to supply power for all camera operations. 1 Slide the battery-chamber release as shown, and open the door. 2 Insert the batteries. Match the positive terminal mark inside the battery chamber-door with the positive end of the batteries. Battery condition indicators shows the level of battery power. Turn the main switch to ON.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 20 LENS FILM Attaching the Lens Always load or remove the film under subdued light to reduce the chances of fogging. This camera uses interchangeable lenses. See page 116 for information on which lenses are compatible with this camera. 1 2 Remove the body and rear lens caps. Align the red mounting index on the lens and camera body. 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.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 22 FILM 3 When the film is loaded correctly : • appears in the frame counter. The film speed (ISO) is displayed on the data panel for 5 seconds. • If the film is loaded with the power off, the film speed (ISO) and appears on the data panel for approximately five seconds to indicate successful loading, then the camera shuts down. Extend the leader between the guide rails to the index mark. • Hold the film cartridge down so that the film lays flat.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 24 FILM Rewinding the Film After you have exposed the last frame, the camera will automatically rewind the film. 1 Wait until the film is completely rewound. will appear and will blink on the data panel, indicating it is safe to open the back-cover. • The film-chamber lock indicator is blank after the film is rewound. FULLY-AUTOMATIC OPERATION • 2 Press the back-cover release to open the back cover and remove the film, then close the back cover.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 26 HANDLING THE CAMERA EYE-START Pressing the Shutter-release Button Press the shutter-release button partway down to activate the camera’s autofocus and auto-exposure systems when eye-start is off. Press the shutter-release button all the way down to take the picture. When taking a picture, press the shutter-release button with your index finger gently so not the shake the camera during the exposure.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 28 AUDIO SIGNAL EYE-START Canceling Eye-start 1 2 Turn the function dial to . While pressing the function button, turn the control dial until appears on the data panel. Audio signal is initially on. The camera will produce an audio tone when : • focus is confirmed. 2 short beeps (Continuous AF (p. 73) does not use audio signals.) • during the self-timer countdown. will beep in unison with the self-timer lamp.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 30 Full-auto is the camera’s standard operating mode and is suited for use in almost any situation. When selected, the camera sets the focus and exposure automatically and fires the built-in flash when necessary. 1 3 Slide the main switch to ON. Center your subject in the wide focus frame . If using a zoom lens, rotate the zooming ring to frame your subject as desired. • With the eye-start on, the camera will focus and set exposure automatically.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 32 FOCUS Special Focus Situations The following signals appear in the viewfinder to indicate the focus status. • Focusing time can be longer with macro or telephoto lenses. In very dark conditions the camera may require a little more time to ensure accurate focus. Steady Focus is confirmed. Steady Focus is confirmed (Continuous AF ). Steady Lens is focusing (Continuous AF). • The shutter is locked. Focus cannot be confirmed. • The shutter is locked.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 34 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH The focus-lock function is used when the subject is off-center and outside the focus frame. Focus lock may also be used when a special focusing situation prevents the camera from focusing on the subject. • Focus lock cannot be used with continuous AF. The spot AF button (p.69) can also be used for focus lock. • Focus can be locked in continuous AF (p.73) with the spot AF button.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 36 Flash Range Fill Flash The range of the built-in flash depends on the speed of the film and the selected aperture. Make sure your subject is within the flash range specified in the table below. Use the fill flash when taking pictures under fluorescent lighting or to eliminate harsh shadows. When set, the flash will fire every time a picture is taken. ISO 100 ISO400 f/3.5 1.0 ~ 3.4m (3.3 ~ 11.2 ft.) 1.0 ~ 6.8m (3.3 ~ 22.3 ft.) f/4.0 1.0 ~ 3.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 38 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH Red-Eye Reduction When using flash in low-light conditions, light reflecting from the retina of your subject’s eyes may produce the effect known as red-eye. Use the built-in flash’s red-eye reduction mode to produce natural looking photographs. 1 Turn the function dial to 2 While pressing the function button, turn the control dial until and appear on the data panel. .
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 40 SUBJECT-PROGRAM SELECTION Landscape Portraits have the greatest impact when a shallow depth-of-field* is used to separate the subject from the background. In portrait mode, the necessary settings are made automatically, leaving you free to capture the perfect expression. *Depth-of-field is the area in front of and behind the subject that appears sharp (p. 52).
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 42 SUBJECT-PROGRAM SELECTION Sports Use close-up mode when photographing small objects like flowers or jewelry. In close-up mode, the camera automatically sets the best possible aperture and shutter speed for close-up photography. • Focusing time can be longer with macro lenses. Fast shutter speeds are needed to stop action.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 44 Night Portrait Photograping Night Scenes Night portraits balance the camera’s flash exposure with the background exposure. In night portrait mode, the camera control the aperture and shutter speed, allowing the background to appear in the photograph. Cancel the flash in night portrait mode to photograph night scenes. The longer shutter speeds set in night portrait mode let you capture beautiful photographs of twilight scenes and night skylines.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 46 DRIVE MODES Self-timer The self-timer delays the release of the shutter for approximately 10 seconds after the shutter-release button is pressed. 3 Press the shutter-release button partway down to lock the focus. 1 Place the camera on a tripod. Press the drive-mode button until appears on the data panel. Single frame advance Remote-control 2 Self-timer 4 Press the shutter-release button all the way down to start the timer.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 48 Continuous Adavance For Owner’s of the Remote-control Model In this mode, the camera continues to release the shutter and advance the film as long as the shutter-release button is held down. The camera can be operated up to 5m (16.4 ft.) away with the IR Remote Control RC-3 (sold separatedly). • The camera takes 3 frames per second, when setting the shutter-speed to above 1/125 second with flash cancel (p.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 50 DRIVE MODES Focus Lock in Remote Control Mode When your subject is not centered in the focus frame, use manual focus or focus lock. 1 Set the camera to the remotecontrol mode. CREATIVE EXPOSURE MODES In this section you take full creative control of your camera. Depending on the selected exposure mode, you will control the aperture, shutter speed, or both when capturing your image.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 52 APERTURE CONTROL SHUTTER CONTROL The size of the aperture (lens opening) determines the depth-of-field of the final image as well as the intensity of the light falling on the film. Depth-of-field is the range in front of and behind the subject that appears sharp in the final image.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 54 EXPOSURE MODES Four exposure modes are availabe on this camera. Select the best exposure for your subject. A mode (Aperture Priority) (p.55) In A mode, you select the aperture and the camera automatically sets the shutter speed required for proper exposure. Set the camera to A mode when you want to control the depth-of-field in the image.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 56 A MODE - APERTURE PRIORITY Release the function button. Turn the control dial to select the aperture. Flash with A Mode In A mode, flash will not fire automatically. When you want to use flash, pop-up the built-in flash or attach an accessory flash. • If 4000 or 30” blinks on the data panel, the aperture setting is beyond the camera’s shutter speed range. Turn the control dial until the shutter-speed display stops blinking.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 58 A MODE - APERTURE PRIORITY Depth-of-field Preview To check how much of your scene will appear in focus, press the depthof-field preview button. The lens will stop down to the aperture that appearing on the display. • The viewfinder may appear dark at larger f-number (smaller lens opening). The aperture is always at its brightest setting when looking through the viewfinder; the aperture is stopped down during exposure. 1 Focus on the subject and set the aperture.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 60 M MODE – MANUAL S MODE – SHUTTER PRIORITY Flash with S Mode In S mode, the flash will not fire automatically. When you want to use the flash, pop-up the built-in flash or attach an accessory flash. 1 1 Press the flash-mode button to pop-up the built-in flash. • 2 M mode gives you full control over exposure. The viewfinder’s Ev scale displays the difference between your shutter speed and aperture settings and the exposure determined by the camera’s metering system.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 62 M-MODE – MANUAL Use the viewfinder’s Ev Scale to compares your exposure setting with the camera’s meter reading. Flash with M mode In M mode, the flash will not fire automatically. When you want to use the flash, pop-up the built-in flash or attach an accessory flash. • The camera’s automatic flash metering system will ensure proper exposure. Press the flash-mode button to pop-up the built-in flash.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 64 P MODE Select P mode when you want to give your full attention to your subject and composition by letting the camera control both the shutter speeds and aperture. The P mode software analyzes the subject’s size, motion, and distance as well as the focal length of the lens, then controls the shutter speed and aperture to correctly expose the scene. 2 Turn the function dial to The shutter speed can be changed in P mode with the Custom 8 - 3 setting.(p.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 66 EXPOSURE WARNINGS Indicators will blink in the viewfinder or data panel when the level of available light is beyond the camera’s control. MODE P A S M DISPLAY CAUSE The light level is beyond the camera’s metering range.* P The required exposure is beyond the shutterspeed and aperture range.* A/PA The required exposure is beyond the shutterspeed range.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 68 FOCUS AREA Spot Focus Area Wide focus frame The wide focus frame uses seven focus sensors (the spot focus area and six local focus areas) to automatically focus on your subject. The wide focus area provides greater framing flexibility and makes it easier for the camera to focus on moving subjects. Local focus area LED Press the shutter-release button partway down to activate the wide focus area.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 70 FOCUS AREA Selecting Local Focus Areas with the Custom Function Local focus area Any of the seven local focus sensors (the spot focus area and six local areas) can be individually selected. Use the local focus areas with off-center subjects when changing the camera position is difficult such as when it is attached to a tripod. When the focus-area custom function is set, the focus area in use will not change.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 72 FOCUS MODES Your camera has four focus modes: Continuous AF Use continuous AF when shooting sporting events or when the subject is in constant motion. Automatic AF Continuous AF Single-shot AF Manual Focus • All the autofocus modes work with the exposure modes: P A S M. • The subject programs use automatic AF, except for sports mode, which uses continuous AF. 1 Turn the function dial to .
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 74 FOCUS MODES Single-Shot AF Manual Focus Use single-shot AF when photographing static subjects. The autofocus system can be used to monitor focus and indicate when a subject in the focus frame is in focus. The lens can be focused manually when autofocus and focus lock is not possible. 1 Turn the function dial to 2 While pressing the function button, turn the control dial until appears on the data panel. • will appear on the data panel.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 76 AF ILLUMINATOR The built-in flash is used as an AF Illuminator. When the scene is too dark for the camera to focus, the built-in flash fires a few short bursts when the shutterrelease button is pressed partway down to provide the light necessary for the camera to focus. EXPOSURE – Metering System 14-Segment Honeycomb-Pattern Metering This is the camera’s standard metering mode and is appropriate for most photographic situations.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 78 EXPOSURE – AE-LOCK Spot-AE Lock 1 Place the spot metering area on the area to be metered. While pressing the AE-lock button, recompose the scene. 3 Spot metering uses only the center honeycomb segment shown by the spot metering area in the viewfinder. You can lock the metered exposure without locking the focus. With a high or low key subject, an object away from the subject can be used to set the shutter speed and aperture.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 80 TAKING TIME EXPOSURES (buLb) EXPOSURE – AE-LOCK Ev Scale Display When Using the Spot-AE Lock The Ev scale will display the difference between the exposure set with the spot AE lock and the relative luminance of the subject. With the object to be metered in the spot metering area, press the AE-lock button. Set exposure While pressing AE-lock button, recompose the picture. Set the shutter speed to bulb when you want to take time exposures.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 82 TAKING TIME EXPOSURES (buLb) While pressing the exposurecompensation button, turn the control dial to select the aperture. Attaching the Remote Cord (Sold Separately) To reduce the camera shake or for long exposures, the shutter can be released with the Remote Cord RC-1000S or RC-1000L. • Do not use the Wireless Controller IR-1N with this camera. Its use may permanent damage the camera.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 84 EXPOSURE COMPENSATION Compensated Exposure The scene on the left was underexposed because of the snow. By compensating the exposure by +2Ev, the snow appears white and fresh. • This effect is most visible with slide film. • Exposure compensation is not available in M mode. While pressing the exposure-compensation button, turn the control dial until the desired compensation value appears on the data panel. +2.0 -2.
01.8.3 16:11 Page 86 SETTING THE ISO MANUALLY Set the film speed manually when you want to override DX-coded film or when using non-DX-coded film. Film speeds can be set from ISO 6 to 6400 in 1/3Ev increments. • Non-DX coded film is initially set to the previous roll’s ISO. 1 Load the film. 2 Turn the function dial to ISO. 3 While pressing the function button, turn the control dial until the desired ISO value appears on the data panel.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 88 EXPOSURE BRACKETING To make an automatic three-frame bracket. The drive mode is automatically set to contiuous advance when bracketing is selected. Hold the shutter-release button all the way down to make the bracket. 1 • Three frames will be taken. Do not release the shutter button until all three exposures are made. • If the shutter button is released before the three exposures are made, the current bracket will be canceled.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 90 MULTIPLE EXPOSURE The multiple-exposure function makes it possible to expose two or more images on the same frame. • Flash cannot be used with multiple exposure. 2 Turn the function dial to 4 While pressing the function button, turn the control dial one click counterclockwise to stop the from blinking. 5 Press the shutter-release button to take the picture. 6 Repeat 4 and 5 for each additional exposure.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 92 FLASH MULTIPLE EXPOSURE Your camera’s built-in flash provides coverage for a 28mm wide-angle lens, with a flash guide number of 12 (ISO100). This section of your manual covers the operation of accessory flashes as well as the built-in flash. Canceling Multiple Exposure The multiple exposure series can be canceled before the last frame is taken.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 94 FLASH Attaching the Accessory Flash TTL metering (Through The Lens): The accessory flash units fit in the shoe located on the top of your camera. The TTL flash metering system controls the flash during the exposure automatically. Pre-flash metering: Flash Metering Flash metering changes according to the flash unit and lens being used. The metering mode also changes when the HSS mode on the flash is turned on or off.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 96 SLOW SYNC HIGH-SPEED SYNC (HSS) In P and A modes, slow-shutter sync sets the shutter speed and aperture value for ambient lighting and balances the flash output with the exposure . • Slow sync cannot be used in S mode, or M mode. The maximum flash-sync speed for this camera is 1/125. However, with the 5600HS (D), 3600HS (D), and 5400HS accessory flashes (sold separately) shutter speeds up to 1/4000 can be used.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 98 WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH Setting Wireless/Remote Flash Mode 1 • The flash must be mounted on the accessory shoe because the camera needs to send a signal to the flash to turn on its wireless/remote function. When taking this type of photograph, the camera and the flash unit are most commonly connected by cable. The use of the 5600HS (D), 3600HS (D), 5400HS, 5400xi, or 3500xi flash unit eliminates the need for a cable.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 100 WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH Taking Pictures in Wireless/Remote Flash Mode • appears in the viewfinder when the built-in flash is charged. • When the wireless/remote flash is charged, on the rear of the flash is lit. • Pressing the spot-AE lock button will test fire the accessory flash. If the accessory flash does not fire, change its position. • To test fire the accessory flash, custom 10 should be set to 1 (p.112).
01.8.3 16:11 Page 102 FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL WIRELESS/REMOTE FLASH The quartz-date function lets you record the date or time on the lower-left corner of the photograph. The quartz data back has an automatic calendar through the year 2039. Canceling Wireless/Remote Flash Mode 1 Attach the flash to the camera. • Imprinted data may be difficult to read if the lower-left corner of the photograph is bright or non-uniform.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 104 FOR OWNERS OF THE QUARTZ DATE MODEL Changing the Date Format 1 Press the date button. 2 Press the select button (SEL) to select the year, month, day, hour, or minute. • The item that can be changed will blink. • The data back has a 24-hour clock. 2pm should be set as 14:00. • The item will cycle as follows. Year Month Day 3 Hour Minute 4 Press the date button.
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9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 108 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Resetting All of the Custom Functions to Default Custom 3 - Film Tip You can reset all of the custom functions to their default settings (1). (1) Film Tip Rewound Film is completely rewound into the cartridge. 1 2 3 Turn the main switch to OFF. Turn the function dial to CUST. While pressing the function button, slide the main switch from OFF to ON. (2) Film Tip Left Out The film leader is expososed after rewind.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 110 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Custom 8 - P Mode Settings Custom 6 - Focus-hold Button (Lens) This custom function changes the operation of a lens with a focus-hold button. (1) Focus Hold Pressing the focus-hold button on the lens locks the autofocus. (2) Continuous Autofocus Press and hold the focus-hold button on the lens to activate the continuous-autofocus mode.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 112 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Custom 10 - Spot-AE Lock Button Custom 12 - Flash Metering This custom function changes the operation of spot-AE lock button. • When the built-in flash is up or an attached accessory flash is on and the spot-AE lock button is pressed, slow sync will be activated (p. 96). Your camera uses ADI flash metering as the standard flash metering mode, but it can be changed. • This applies to both the built-in and accessory flash.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 114 PROGRAM-RESET BUTTON APPENDIX Press the program-reset button to return the following camera functions to their program settings. SETTING Exposure mode P Autofocus mode Autofocus Focus area Wide focus frame Flash mode Autoflash* Exposure Compensation 0.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 116 ACCESSORY INFORMATION This camera is designed to work specifically with lenses and accessories manufactured and distributed by Minolta. Using incompatible accessories with this camera may result in unsatisfactory performance or damage to the camera and its accessories. Lens Hood Flare is non-image forming light that degrades image quality. A lens hood improves image quality by reducing flare.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 118 ACCESSORY INFORMATION Accessory Flash Control Angle FinderVN /MagnifierVN Setting the flash mode with the camera While pressing the flash-mode button, turn the control dial to select the desired flash mode. Remove the eyepiece cup when attaching a finder accessory. • Push up to remove the eyepiece cup. • Turn eye-start off when using an Angle Finder or Magnifier. • The camera sets the flash mode on the accessory flash immediately.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 120 TROUBLE SHOOTING Contact your nearest Minolta Service Facility if the following information does not cover the problem which you are experiencing or the condition continues. Autofocus does not work when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. Cause Flash fires when the shutter-release button is pressed partway down. Picture is blurred. 120 Page Situation is unsuitable Use focus lock or for autofocus. manual focus.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 122 CARE AND STRAGE • This camera is designed for use from -20° to 50°C (4 to 122 °F). • Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures such as in the glove compartment of a car. • The data panel response time will be slow at cold temperatures. The display will temporarily darken at high temperatures, but will be restored when the temperature normalizes. • This camera is not waterproof or splashproof.
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 124 SPECIFICATIONS Lens Mount: Viewfinder: Shutter Type: Speeds: Flash sync speed: 35mm SLR with built-in flash, autoexposure (AE), and action predictive autofocus (AF) Minolta A-type bayonet mount SLR roof mirror type, 90% field of view, Magnification: 0.75X Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type 30 sec. - 1/4000 sec., bulb 1/125s or slower (synchronizes with all speeds in HSS mode).
9222-2163-11 MM-B108 (E).qxd 01.8.3 16:11 Page 126 INDEX Page A Accessory Shoe Cap ..................................................................................94 ADI Flash Metering ........................................................................ 93, 94, 95 Aperture Priority ........................................................................................ 55 Audio Signal .............................................................................................. 29 Automatic AF ..
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