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Canon Canonet Electric Eye User manual
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- Canon Canonet Electric Eye
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- User manual
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- English
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- 28
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To Pre re for ElectricEyePhotograp
,r Set the lens aperture ring ^ '" A UTo " {. Wind the trigger lever. setting.
Set the film speed indicator -'according, 5. Focus and compose. to the film used.
Set the shutter speed ring. - Press the shutter 3. b' chart on opposite page.) brtton gently.
Watch the "arrow" mark in the viewfinder. lf the " arrow"
disappears, the correct exposure is obtained. lf the " arrow"
pointing to the right appears,turn the shutter ring to the right.
lf the " arrow " pointing to the left remains, turn the shutter
ring to the left. (See page 12 for detailed information.)
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l . F l a s h U n i t C o n n e c t o r S o c k e t 2 . P h o t o c e l l 3 . S h u t t e r S p e e d R i n g 4 . L e n s 5 . L e n s A p e r t u r e R i n g 6 . D i s t a n c e S c a l e 7 . S h u t t e r R e l e a s e B u t t o n B . R a n g e - V i e w f i n d e r W i n d o w 9 . F l a s h S e t t i n g L e v e r t7,0 lft 1 0 . F i l m S p e e d I n d i c a t o r W i n d o w 1 1 . A c c e s s o r y C l i p i 2 . F i l m P l a n e M a r k 1 3 . C a b l e R e l e a s e S o c k e tView original page 4
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Recommendedshutter speedsfor EE photography
FILMSPEEDASA10 16 32 50 1oo 2oo
CONDITION DtN11 13 16 18 21 24
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<'7 CloudyBright<-- . No Shadows
1/30 1/30 t/60 1160 t/60 u60 ,ffi openShade underClearBlue Sky
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T h e r e a r e 6 A S A r e a d i n g s ( 1 0 t o 2 0 0 ) o n t h e f i | m s p e e d i n d i c a t o r . W
W h e n u s i n g o t h e r f i l m s p e e d s - - A S A 4 0 ( D | N I 7 ) , A S A 6 4 ( D | N
19), ASA 80 (DlN 20), etc.--the film speed indicator can be set ASA W-'ffifl
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qF-AruREs oF rHEcllroxriQ
L. ElectricEye Mechanism. . .
As the shutter button is pressed, the Canon-exclusiveElectric Eye mechanism sets the
lens aperture for correct exposure according to the light condition of the subject being
photographed--thenreleasesthe shutter. . . automatically. No need to figure out correct
exposures ever--the Canonet does it for you . . . automatically. You are assured of
perfect pictures . . . always.
The operating range of the EE mechanism is from LV5 (F 1.9 with U8 sec. or F5.6
with 1 sec.) to LV L7 (F 16 with 1/500 sec.) using ASA 100 (DlN 21) film, which makes
it possible to photograph under almost any normal condition . . . indoors or outdoors.
The Photocell of the Electric Eye mechanism, arranged around the outer edge of the
lens, receives the same amount of light as the lens, which enables it to measure the
exact light value. When using a filter, as it covers both the lens and Photocell, it is
not necessary to figure out the filter's compensation.
2. SafetyDevices. . .
The Canonet is equipped with various safety devices to prevent mistakes . . . assuring
you of perfect pictures every time. The shutter locks if the lens cap is left on . . . or
the film is not completely wound. Unintentionaldouble exposurescannot occur.
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3. Manual Operatiol't. . .
When photographing beyond the operating range of the Electric Eye mechanism, when
using flash, or for special photography, the Canonet can be operated manually as a con-
ventional-type (non-automatic) camera.
OtherFeaturesof the Canonet. . .
Lens: Canon Lens SE 45mm F1.9. Gauss-type4-group, S-element
sj construction.
Shutter: Speeds ranging from L/500 to L sec. in multiple series plus B,
Focusing: Double-image-typerangefindercoupled to the trimming mark
finder with automatic parallax compensation.
Film Winding: Operated by left hand. Trigger-action lever with 95o arc on
the base plate.
Film: Exclusive use of 35 mm film cassette.
Flash Synchronization: MX flash synchronization. Continental-typeflash socket.
Exposure Counter: Self-resettirrg tYPe' o J 5
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Out of focus
ln correctfocus
It is not necessaryto check lDistancen d e x
the distancescalefor normal M a r k
photography; however, it D ista nce
does tell you the distance Scale
between the focused subject
and the film. The distance
is the point on the distance FP il al mn e
scale, which is lined up with M a r k
the black index mark.
Canoil 1 1
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g Composeyour picture. . .
The view seen WITHIN THE WHITE FRAME in the view-
finder is that which will be recorded on the film. As you
focus on the subject parallax compensation is corrected
. . .automatically.
OAn explanation is given on Pages 13 to L5 concerning
the "arrow" mark when it is pointing to the left. The
"arrow" is seen at the bottom of the viewfinder.
g Nowyou are readyto pressthe shutterbutton...
t Keeping your eye on the subject through the viewfinder & eyepiece, press the shutter button. As the shutter button
operates in two stages, it is important that you PRESS lT
GENTLYTO AVOID MOVINGTHE CAMERA.
ln the first stage, when the shutter button is pressed,the
lens aperture is set automaticallyfor correct exposure. In
When you cannot release the second stage, the shutter is released.
the shutter,follow the direc- O When the shutter button is released, the film can be
tions on Page 14 regarding wound with the trigger lever. the "arrow."
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EE "Arrow" Mark...
The "arrow" mark in the viewfinder, which always
points to the left before the shutter button is de-
pressed, is coupled with the safety devices of the
EE mechanism. As you press the shutter button, if
the "arrow" mark disappears you are assured of a
perfect picture. In case the light condition of your
subject is improper for the pre-selectedshutter speed,
the shutter locks and the "arrow" mark either remains
pointing to the left or it points to the right, which
indicates the direction in which the shutter speed is
to be turned (See pages 14 and 15).
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This mark can be seen
all times. Canoil
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EE " Arrow" Mark...
E With correct €XpoSUre:
lf the pre-selectedshutter speed is correct for your sub'
iect, the "arrow" mark rs when the shutter button
is pressed and after the shutter is released.
A With incorrect€Xposure:
lf the pre-selectedshutter speed is not correct for your subject--either the
subject is too bright or too dark--the shutter will not be releasedeven if the
shutter button is pressed and the "arrow" mark, pointing either to the left or
right, remains in the viewfinder. The "arrow" mark is the signal to turn the
shutter ring dial in the direction indicated by the "arrow" for correct exposure.
lf the shutter speed is reset to the correct shutter speed indicated by the
"arrow," EE photography can be carried out with the same subject.
e
ff the shutter locks, and the "arrow" pointing to
the left remains, turn the shutter speed ring to
the left (smaller numbers) for slower speed.
ff the shutter locks, and the " arrow " appears
pointin8 to the right, turn the shutter speed ring
to the right (larger numbers) for faster speed.
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lf the subject being photographed is beyond the operating range
of the Canonet's exposure meter (EE mechanism)--when the
subject is either extremely bright or dark- -the "arrow" mark will
disappearwhen the shutter button is pressed, but the shutter
button locks at the halfway mark. A picture cannot be taken
even if the shutter speed is changed. In this case, EE photo'
graphy must be suspendedand shifted to manual operation.I
O When turning the shutter ring, remove your finger from the shutter button.
O The shutter button will not operate unlessthe trigger lever is wound completely.
O Lens cap must be removed before photographing.
O ln case slow shutter speeds such as I or 712sec. are used, the shutter button
must be kept depressed until the operation of the shutter is completed. lf
you remove your finger too soon from the shutter button, the diaphragm will
return to its maximum opening resulting in incorrect exposure.
O When the backgroundis much brighter than the subject being photographed,
or you are shooting against counterlight, there is a strong possibility of insuf'
ficient exposure. ln such cases change to manual exposure setting, which
is described later on.
15
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Self-Timer. . .
When the self-time.ris used, the shutter will be actuated with the maximum delay of about
1O seconds after the shutter button is released. The self-timer is uied in this-manner:
E Set the flash set. ting lever to "X"
E Turn the time ring of the shutter
button to the left so that it points
to the letter "T."
A Wind the trigger Zl Press the shutter button. Turn .' lever and set the the time ring back each time to
self-timer lever. its former position after the shut-
ter is actuated. . .otherwise, the
trigger lever will be locked and
you cannot advance the film.
O Press the shutter button from behind the camera. lf you stand in front of the camera
to press the button, your shadow will result in incorrect exposure.
O "M" type bulb cannot be used with the self.timer.
O The self-timer can be used for EE photography as wel! as for photography with manual
exposure setting.
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lf photographicconditionsare beyond the operating range
of the EE mechanism because the subject is too dark,
or you want to do special photography and do not wish
to use the EE, remove the lens aperture ring from
"AUTO" setting . . . and set the desired "F" stop for
manual operation.
NOTE: For flash photography,manual operation only.
For manual photography.. .film
winding with trigger lever, shutter
button, and other operations are
same as that for EE photography.
The "arrow" mark does not
operate for manual photography;
so, it is of no concern.
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Mqnuol Exposure Sefting Pho$ogrophy...
Bulb and Time Exposures
The "B" exposure is used for exposures of over 1-
second. When the trigger lever is wound after the
shutter ring is set to "8," the shutter stays open as
long as the shutter button is kept depressed, and
closes when your finger is removed from the shutter
button.
The same method is used for "T" (Time) exposures
only the black dot on the time ring is turned to the
left (illustratedby the arrow)...setto the letter ,,T,'...and
the shutter button is pressed. The shutter button
will remain depressed, even after your finger is
removed, leaving the shutter open. By turning the
time ring to its former position, the shutter button
snaps back into its former position and the shutter
closes.
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E To open the back cover of the
camera, simultaneouslyturn the safety
Film lock release lever in the direction of
Loading. . . the arrow and press the back cover
opening button.
The Canonet A Insert the end of the film leader
acceptsany into the take-up spool. Then engage 2
standard of the perforated holes of the film , W**ffi
daylight leader with 2 projections of the film
loading-type sprocket while rotating the flange of the take-up spool in the direction of
35mm film the arrow (illustrated).
Projectioncassette.
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E Pull out the rewind crank comptetely and put the film
cassette in the recess directly beneath the rewind crank.
Then press the rewind crank back to its original position.
lf there is slack in the film, turn the rewind crank clockwise
until the film is taut.
4 Close the back cover, which locks automatically.
B Remove the apertr-rrering from ,,AUTO" setting. Wind
the trigger lever and press the shutter button. Keep the
lens cap on r Do this twice. Wind the film again. you are
now ready for the first shot. Be sure to reset the aperture
ring to "AUTO" setting.
O lf the aperture ring is set on ,,AUTO" setting, the opera_
tion of the safety mechanism locks the shutter release
b u t t o n . . . a n d y o u c a n n o t a d v a n c et h e f i l m t w i c e .
orhe film is properly transported if the rewind crank lever
rotates when the trigger lever is wound.
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Unloadingthe ExposedFilm. . .
When you have used a roll of film and you try to
advance the film, you will feel tension on your finger.
You should then stop winding and remove the film
from the camera in this manner:
E Turn the rewind clutch lever on the base
plate to " R."
A Raise the rewind crank to its operating
position and turn clockwise. Stop wind-
ing when the tension on the film-rewind sn
I crank suddenly ceases.
E Open the back cover.
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Gnonatf
7l Pull out the rewind cranki'as far as it will go and rr take out the film cassette.
O Be sure to put the lens cap on before rewinding
the film.
O The film rewind clutch lever will return to its orig-
inal position automaticallywhen the trigger lever
is wound; however, it can be done beforehand
with your finger tip.
IMPORTANTREMINDER.. .
O Remove your finger from the shutter button when turning the shutter speed ring or
lens aperture ring.
O Do not use " 8 " scale with " AUTO " for EE Photography. lf this is done accidentally
(the shutter button locks), follow these instructions:
1. Remove " AUTO" from the lens aperture ring and
set to any other " F " stop.
2. Press the shutter button (with the lens cap on)
and waste one exposure.
3. Set the lens aperture ring back to " AUTO."
4. Set the shutter speed ring to desired speed.
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Clamp-On-TypeLens Hood
T h e l e n s h o o d s h o u l d b e u s e d a t a l l t i m e s t o
eliminate light that is outside the photographic
range of the subject. When the Canonet is not
b e i n g u s e d , t h e l e n s h o o d i s p u t o n t h e l e n s i n
the reverse position which
e n a b l e s y o u t o u s e t h e l e n s
c a p ; t h u s , y o u d o n o t n e e d a
separate case in which to carry
t h e l e n s h o o d .
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55 mm Screw-lnType Filter
A filter is used for color photography,special
effects, lens protection, etc. With the
Canonet the filter's compensationis
corrected automatically. The Ca-
nonet truly takes mathematics
out of photography. These
filters are available with
plastic case; UV, Y1, Y3,
0 1 , R 1 , G l .
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HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS FOR. CANONET
have loaded the film, set the film speed indicatoraccordingtoo When you
the film used.
Wind the trigger lever completely until it stops.
Press the shutter button smoothly.oo
With EE photography,when the shutter button is pressed:
First stage.........thelens aperture is set automatically'
Secondstage.........theshutter is released.
ln case slow shutter speeds,such as 1 or 112sec. are used, the shuttero button must be kept depressed until the operation of the shutter iS
completed.
When using the self.timer with " AUTO." turn the time ring to the lbfto
so that it points to the letter " T "
rlf you forgetto turn the time ring, the lens aperture remains wide open')
when using the self.timer with " AUTO." press the shutter buttOn fromo behind the camera. (lf you stand in front of the camera' your shadow
will result in incorrect exposure.)
Do not use flash with " AUTO."o
The film speed indicator has 6 ASA readings:
2 O O ,1 O O ,5 0 , 9 2 , 1 6 , 1 0 .
W h e n o t h e r f i | m s p e e d s a r e u s e d t h e f i | m s p e e d i n d i c a t o r , f f i
can be set between 2 tigures. For example: ASA 160 may !1''D'-+Ir-,li''
be set between ASA lOO and 20O as illustrated.
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