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@'@Olt ol Fcur ln Foo!
Fotografering steg tair stog Pasos para fotografiar
l. Liigg i batteri. l. Colocar las pila.
2. Liigg i en filmrulle. 2. Colocar un rollo de pelicula.
3. Stell in filmkdnsligheten (ASA). 3. Ajustar la ASA sensibilidad de la
4. Stdll in pi AE-mdrket. pelicula.
5. Rikta in Kameran och stfrll in 4. Ajustar la posici6n AE.
avstindet. 5. Enfocar y encuadrar.
6. Tryck ldtt pi avtryckaren och 6. Presionar ligeramente el bot6n
kontrollera korrekt exponering. disparador y asegurarse de la cor-
7. Spola tillbaka den f,Jirdigex- recta exposici6n.
ponerade filmen. 7. Rebobinar la pelicula cuando ha
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Bezeichnung der Einzelteile Nomenclature des pieces Delarnas namn Nomenclature de las partes
(l) Entfernungsskala (l) Echelle des distances (l) Avstendsskala (l) Excala de distancia
(2) Schdrfentietenskala (2) Echelle de profondeur de champ (2) Skala fijr skiirpedjup (2) Escala de profundidad de campo
(3) Entfernungseinstelling (3) Bague de mise au point (3) Ring ftir avstindsinstiillning (3) Anillo de enfoque
(4) Sperrtaste fiir (4) Bouton de d6verrouillage de (4) Lisspdrr vid byte av objektiv (4) Boton de desbloqueo de la lente Wechselobjekrive I'objectif (5) Spiirrknapp ftir AE automatik (s) Boton desbloqueo AE ffi (5) Arretierung fi.ir automatische (5) Bouton de blocage automatique (6) Skala lor manuell bldndare (6) Escala de seleccion de apertura ma- 5
Blendensteuerung (6) Echelle des diaphragmes (7) lndex frjr objektivets pesdttning och nual
(6) Skala fiir manuelle (7) Repire de montage,/ avtagnlng (7) Indice de montaje de la lente
Blendeneinstellung d6montage I'objectif (8) Ogla fiir birrem (8) Ojal de la correa
(7) Index zum Einsetzen der (8) Boucle du boitier - (e) Tillbeh<irsuttag (e) Conexi6n terminal de accesorios
Wechselobjektive (e) Prise multiple ( l0) Instdllningsring ftir filmhastighet ( l0) Dial de sensibilidad de la pelicula
(8) Ose fiir Tragriemen ( l0) 56lecteur de sensibilit6 (ASA) (ll) Manivela de rebobinado de la
(9) FernbedienungsanschluB {l l) Manivelle de rebobinage (l l) Vev ftir filmiterspolning pelicula
(10) Einstellrad fiir Filmempfindlichkeit (t2) Bouton de rebobinage (12) Aterspolningsknapp (12) Boton de rebobinado de la pelicula
(l l) Kurbel fiir Filmriickspulung (l 3) Echelle de sensibilite ( l3) Skala fdr filmhastigheter (ASA) (13) Escala indicadora de sensibilidad de
(12) Filmriickspulknopf ( l4) Index des distances et des ( I4) Index fiir avstend/blendare la pelicula (ASA)
(13) Skala fiir Film- diaphragmes (15) Hexanon objektiv ( l4) Indice de escala de
empfindlichkeit (ASA) ( l5) Objectif Hexanon ( l6) AE-markering distancia/abertura
(14) Eimstellindex fi.ir ( l6) Repdre d'automatisme (17) Ring lor bliindarinstiillning (l 5) Lente Hexanon
Entfernung und Blende (17) Bague des diaphragmes ( l8) Sjiilvutl<isare ( l6) Posicion AE
(15) Hexanon-Objektiv ( l8) Retardateur (le) Ring for till/frip-66[6pp|;nt o.5 ( l7) Anillo de control de abertura
(16) Automatische (le) Interrupteur de mise sous,Aors batterikontroll (18) Interruptor del
Blendeneinstellung (AE) tension et bague de contr6le de (20) Blixtkontakt (direktkontakt) autodisparador/LED
(17) Blendeneinstellring charge de pile (2 1) Bildriikneverk (le) Anillo de interruptor de
(18) Selbstauslciser mit (20) Contact de synchronisation (22) Filmtransportarm encendido/apagado y estado pila
Leuchtdiodenanzeige (2t) Compteur de vues (23) Avtryckare (20) Contacto de zapata (X)
( I 9) StromversorgungsschalterT (22) Levier d'armement sincronizado
Batteriepriifring (23 ) D6clencheur (2 1) Contador de pelicula
(20) Zubehcirschuh mit Blitz (22) Palanca de transporte la pelicula
Mittenkontakt (X Synch) (23) Boton del disparador
(21) Filmziihlwerk
(22) Filmtransporthebel
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www.butkus.us How to Use the Strap (P.221 Verwendung des Tragriemen (s. 37) Mise en place de la courroie (P.53) Montering av biirremmen (s, 69) C6mo usar el estuche y la correa (P, 831 Mounting and Dismounting ol Lens (P. 22) Einsetzen und Abnehmen eines Objektivs (S, 37) Montage et d6montage de l'objectif (P. 53) Objektivets pA-och avmontsring (S, 69) Montaje y desmontaje de lente (P, 83)View original page 10
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A
@ f nserting Battory lP. 221
Einsetzen der Batterie (S,37)
Mise en place des pile (P. 531ls6ttning av batteri (S. 691 @ @
Colocaci6n de pila (P. 83) o A
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Power On/Off Switch and
Battery Check Ring (P.23)
Stromversorgun gsschalter
und Batteriepr0fring (S. 38)
Intorrupteur de mise sous/hors
tension et bague de contrOle (P. 541
Ring fiir till/frAn-omkoppling
och batterikontroll (S. 7O l
Anillo de interrruptor de encendido/
apagado y ostado de pila (P. 841View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
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Film Loading (P.23)
Einlegen des Films (S. 38)
Chargement de la pelicula
{P.54}
Filmladdning {S.7Ol
Colocaci6n ds la pelicula
(P.841
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Setting ASA Film Speed (P. 241
Einstellen der ASA-Filmempfindlichkeit (S. 39 )
R6glage de la sensibilit6 ASA du film (P' 55)
ASA Filmk6nslighetsinstSllning (S.71 )
Ajuste de sensibilidad ASA de la pellcula (P. 85)
Actual ASA Dial
aoo50ool0O ..200 oo400ooo
(2sx32)(40) (64)(80) 0 25I 1 60) (2s0x320) (500x640x800)
Intermediate SettingsView original page 13Page 16 · Read text
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Electronic Flash Photography (P. 27l.
Aufnahmen mit Elektron€nblitz (S.431 ilil:ffi:l'#T,'[:fi,H:"y,3x1,."''Photographie au flash electronique (P.59) l\l (P.6O) ffiffi I I Photographie d Auto-WinderFotografering med elektronblixt {S,74} Fotografering med Auto-Winder (5.751 HffiFW
Fotografia con flash electtr6nico (P.891 Bobinador Automdtico (P.9O) l5
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Accessories (P.29)
Zubeh6rgeret (S.45)
Accessoires (P.61)
Tillbehiir (S.761
Accesorios (P.911
Auto-Winder F (O-1)
Auto-Winder F with
Radio Controller Set (O-31 Auto-Winder F with IntervalTimer (O-41
Remote Control Swich (O-21
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Specifications of the Konica FP-1
Type: 35 mm focal plane shutter TTl-Programmed- other than the X-18. X-24 and X-36.
AE single-lens reflex camera. Self-timer: Digitd-controlled electronic self-timer
Film: 35mm film in cassette. Finder: Pentaprism eye-level finder, magnification X
Picture size: 24 x 36mm. 0.67 (at infinity with 40mm standard lens),
field-of-view ratio 907o, real-image alignmentStandard lens: system with split image, microdiaprism and Konica Hexanon AR 40mm f/1.8 ground glass. Konica Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.4
Konica Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.7 Viewfinder information: LED indicator for aperture
Konica Hexanon AR 50mm f/1.8 in use from t/2.8-f/ll advises correct
Konica Hexanon AR 57mm f/1.2 exposure in AE photography.
Lighting green LED: Indication of the corectMount: Bayonet-type Konica mount II
exposure.
Aperture mechanism: Programmed AE-type fully Lighting red LED: Under exposure warning.
automatic apertures with three stages of f/2.8, Flashing green LED: Indication for completed f/5.6, and f/ll. recharge of the electronic flash unit.
Shutter: Digital-controlled, vertical travel electronic Flashing red LED: Manual indication.
metal focal plane shutter. The shutter speeds Exposure adjustment: Centre weighted metering
are available with a non stage progression from system with CdS (Cadmiun Sulphide)
l/30 sec. to l/100O sec. photo cell.
sec. O The programmed AE mode is an automatic Shutter speeds: l/3O - l/1000
Synchro: Hot shoe synchro socket, automatically set exposure system with a combination of shutter
to l/100 sec. with exclusive Konica X-18, speed and aperture is determined for a given
X-24. X-36 Automatic Electronic Flash Units. brightness. Manually set to l/100 sec. with electronic flashView original page 20Page 22 · Read text
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ENGLISH lens and turn it clockwise until it stops with a clicking
sound. (8,1)
Thank you for your purchase of a Konica FP-l. To remove the lens, hold the base of the lens and turn it
The Konica FP-l is a programmed Automatic-Exposure counterclockwise, while the lens interchange button is kept
(AE) Through-the-Lens (TTL) Single Lens Reflex (SLR) depressed. Take out the lens when the red dot of the lens
camera which automatically Selects both the aperture and comes in line with the lens mount/dismount of the camera
shutter speed at the instant the shutter is released. Due to body (red dot), (B-2)
the incorporation of various electronic components the o When the lens is detached, ensure that no dust enters the
Konica FP-l is one of the easiest to use camera ever made. camera and lens barrel and that the lens surface is not
The use of the optionally available Auto-Winder F con- scratched or marred with fingerprints.
verts the Konica FP-l into a fully automatic loading and Under any circumstances, do not touch the inner parts of
advancing camera. The availability of a vast array of the camera.
lenses and accessories enables vou to broaden your
picture-taking range. Battery (P, 10) @lnserting
o Use a 6V alkaline battery 4LR44 (Eveready No. 537) or
a silver oxide battery 4SR44 (Eveready No. 544).
@ Xow to Use the StraP (P. 9) l) To open the Battery Chamber place your firngernail in
l) Open the metal fastner and detach the tip of the strap. the indented area and push it in the direction of the arrow.
2) Put the strap through the triangular ring of the strap (c, 1)
eyelet on the front of the camera body. 2) Wipe an alkaline or silver oxide battery with a piece of
dry cloth. According to the " *" and " - " position marks indicated inside the battery chamber, place the battery and
(B Mounting and Dismounting of Lens (P. 9) close the cover. (C, 2l
To install a lens, align the red dot of the lens with the lens O When pictures are to be taken with temperatures less
mount/dismount index mark (red dot) on the camera body than OoC (32"F), use new battery. In this situation, the
and lightly sink the lens into the camera body. Hold the performance of the battery will be lower than at normalView original page 22Page 23 · Read text
temperature. Keep then warm. LED in the left-hand side of the viewfinder indicates a full
O Even if an under-exposure warning appears when the voltage. If the LED does not come on, reDlace the batterv
temperature is less than OoC (32"F), the battery will be with a new one.
usable at normal temperatures. O The battery will generally last for one year or so. Make
o When you know you will use the camera in a cold place, sure that you check the battery when your camera has not
make sure that you have a spare battery and keep them been used over a long of time.
warm next to your body or by some other means toprevent a drop in the battery performance. @film Loading (P. 11, 12l ffi
The Konica FP-l uses all standard 35 mm l2-,20-,24-, 23
@ Po*e, On/Ott Switch and Battery Check Ring 36-exposure film cassettes.
(P, 10) The film loading system of the Konica FP-l is so designed
asThe ring around the shutter release button serves as a that a roll of film may be loaded with ease and certainty,
power on/off switch and a battery checker. the film is set into the prescribed position, the back cover is
closed and the film transport lever is locked to transport
the hlm to the first frame for exposure.
Shutter Release Lock (D, 1l l) Pull up the film rewind knob and then pull again,
l) Turn the ring and bring the index mark in line with ON. harder and the back cover will open. (E, 1)
and your camera will be ready to take pictures. 2) Insert a cassette into the cassette chamber and push the
2) If the index mark is aligned with OFF, the battery will film rewind knob down to the original position. If the knob
be switched off to prevent the shutter from being releised. stops halfway, turn it clockwise and counterclockwise,
It will also prevent a rundown of battery power. antil the knob drops down. (E, 2l
3) Pull out the film while holding the frlm cassette in its
chamber. Stretch it out until it comes over the roller.Battery Check (D,21 Place it on the roller. (E, 3l
Look through the finder while pushing the battery check For film with a long leader, pull it out until the first two or
ring in the direction of the arrow. The lighting of the green three perforations on the upper side appear.View original page 23Page 25 · Read text
Coupled to the focusing ring: Bring the upper half of an Indicarion of the Correct Exposure
image in line with the lower half at the split-image section The green LED will light up when the
for focusing. subject is within the correct range of
At the micro-diaprism section, the lens will be sharply exposure. In this situation, depress the
focused on the subject when the image stops flickering and shutter release button, for a properly
is clearly visible. exposed photograph.
The matt section, is used for close-up or telephoto lens
photography.
Lighting ofgreen LED
LED lnformation in the Viewfinder
The Konica FP-l is a fully programmed AE camera with
an ideal program which varies the shutter speeds nonstage U nder-exposure Warningprogression from l/30 to l/1000 sec. and coupled to va-
riable apertures in three stages from f/2.8 to 5.6 and I I to The red LED will light up when the
select the correct combination of shutter speed and subject is in a situation where the light
aperture. For this reason, a lens mounted on this camera, is dim. This is an under-exposure war-
less than f/2.8, serves in the same capacity as an f/2.8 lens, ning. Switch your camera to the flash
and the smallest aperture value is f/ll. While looking mode.
through the finder, slightly depress the shutter release but-
ton, and the green or red LED in the left-hand side of the
viewfinder will light up or "flash" providing information on
the correct exposure and other photographic data. Lighting of red LEDView original page 25Page 26 · Read text
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Indication for Completed Recharge J Film Rewind (P. 14)
of th€ El€ctronic Flash Unit l) Push the film rewind button on the bottom of the
When a Konica X-18 Auto Electronic camera body inwards, and the button will lock. (J, 1)
Flash or other Konica dedicated elec- 2) Flip up the lilm rewind crank and turn it in the ar-
tronic flash unit is fitted to the hot shoe row-indicated direction, and the film will be taken up on
of your Konica FP-I, the green LED the feed cassette spool. Here, the film transport indicator
will "flash", indicating the completed will turn. (J, 2l
recharge of the electronic flash unit. 3) The film rewind will be completed when the pressure on
the rewind lever suddenly reduces and the frlm transport
indicator stops turning. Open the back and remove theFlashing ofgreen LED cassette. (J, 3)
The sunken film rewind button will return to the original
position when the film transport lever is cocked.
Manual Indication
While depressing the AE Release But-
ton of the lens, move the aperture ring K Photographing with the Self-Timer (P, 14)
from the AE position to the aperture Push in the self-timer switch. and the LED will start
indicated on the electronic flash unit. blinking, indicating that the self-timer is put into operation.
The red LED will "flash" and the The duration of the self-timer l0 seconds and the LED
shutter speed will be set to l/100 sec. "flashes" faster and faster. {K, 1)
Use this system for electronic flash
photography with an electronic flash
unit other than a dedicated one.Flashing of red LEDView original page 26Page 27 · Read text
Shield tho eyepiece (K, 2) In a situation where the subjoct is bright and the
When the self-timer is to be used, or when a picture is to be background dark, reverse the above instructions (L,2)
taken, place the eyepiece cap in the accessory grooves so Double the ASA number. Example: 100 to 200.
that stray light will not fall into the eyepiece. Otherwise, O After special exposure photography, be sure to reset the
the correct exposure will not be assured. ASA speed dial to the correct sensitivity of the film.
Q exposure Compensation for Backlight @ Electronic Flash Photography (P. 15) ry Photography (P. 14) During the night or in a dark room where AE photography
In normal TIL-AE photography, the correct exposure is unsuitable, the use of a Konica X-18, X-24 and X-36 27
may be obtained. However, in a situation where the Auto electronic flash is recommended.
subject is in backlight, where there is much light contrast
between bright dim light, or where it is desirable to produce To use the Konica X-l8 Auto Flash
special effects in a finished picture, the exposure may be l) Use two AA Alkaline or nickel cadmium rechargeable
compensated to raise the effects. batteries to power the Konica X-18 auto flash.
2) Attach the X-18 auto flash to the hot shoe a top the
In a situation wher6 the subject is dark against Konica FP-l camera.
a bright back ground scene (L, 1 ) 3) When the X-18 auto flash is charged ready to shoot; -The AE responds to the overall bright background and in a. the shutter speed will automatically change to l/l0oth
some cases the subject may appear dark (under-exposed). second flash sync speed.
Reduce the ASA number by l/2. You may change the b. the aperture will automatically change to f/5.6
ASA scale by half to compensate for the backlight situa- c. the green LED in the viewfinder will pulse indicating
tion and shoot in AE mode. that the flash is ready.
Example: ASA of film 100, change ASA scale to 50. d. the range for automatic flash is:View original page 27Page 28 · Read text
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@ ehotography with the Auto-Winder (P. 15)
The Auto-Winder F, used in conjunction with the Konica
ASA 2s-64 | 80-160 | 200-400 FP- I makes possible auto-loading and continuous shooting
Min. Dist.(ft.) Maximum Distance (ft.) at l:5 frames per second.
t/s.6 2.3 7.9 r0.5 2l
O With flash photography using the self-timer, check that Mounting to the Camera (N, 1)the charge is complete before depressing the self timer Turn the Auto-Winder power switch to "OFF" insert theswitch.
guide pin into the guide hole on the bottom of the camera
body, line up the mounting screw and tighten the mounting
knob firmly.
Use of Other Types of Electronic Flash Units
An electronic flash with a hot shoe, such as the Konica
X-28, X-20 and X-14, may be electrically connected
simply by fitting it to the hot shoe clip. Auto-Loading
l) The shutter speed will automatically charge to l/IOfth l) Please be certain to turn *OFF" the Auto-Winder
second flash sync speed. power switch.
2) Set the lens aperture manually per the instructions of 2) Load the film the same as is normally done without the
the electronic flash unit. Auto-Winder; that is, pulling out the film lead for enough
3) For manual flash units, determine the correct aperture to cover the roller and loading properly. (N. 2)
to set by dividing the guide number of the flash by the 3) Close the back cover and turn "ON" the Auto-Winder
camera to subject distance. Example: Using ASA 100 power switch. The Auto-Winder's red operation lamp will
film with a Konica X-20 flash, you will get a guide number come on and the film will automatically advance to frame
(GN) of 64 (ft.), divided by the distance (16 feet) results in l. The film transport indicator turns at this time,
a lens aperture of f/4 (64+16:4). indicating that the hlm is moving properly. (N, 3)View original page 28Page 29 · Read text
Film Rewind Operation indicator: A light flashes during film wind and a
l) When you come to the end of your film, the continuous light comes on when the film ends.
Auto-Winder will stop and the operating indicator lamp Film loading: Turn on the power switch of the winder, and
will come on. Turn "OFF" the Auto-Winder power the camera will set to automatic loading.
switch. Power source: Four AA Alkaline batteries. ffi 2) Rewind the hlm by firmly depressing the rewind button Rolls of film exposed: Over 40 rolls of 36-exposure hlm I
on the bottom of the Auto-Winder. The Auto-Winder does (with Atkaline batteries). E
not have to be removed when rewindins. Dimensions and weight: l4l x 35.5 x 36 mm %,,. (5.6" x 1.4" x 1.4"), l85g (6.5 oz) (w/o batteries). 29
Continuous Shooting - Continuously depressing theshutter release button permits continuous shooting.
Linked up with a shutter-priority AE meter moving objects Accessories to Accessory Terminal Connector with
in a location with strongly varying light can be conti- the Auto-Winder F Mounted
nuously shot. Remote control switch @,21
With a Remote Control Switch fitted to the accessory ter-
Single frame shooting- If the shutter release button is im- minal connector, the shutter may be released away from
mediately released after the shot is taken, one frame the camera. The cord is 15 feet is length, making it
shooting is possible with the film automatically advancing possible to shoot pictures in succession, while you stay
one frame at a time. away from your camera.
@ A"""rsories (P. 161
Konica Auto-Winder F (O, 1) Radio Controlter Set (O, 3)
The Konica Auto-Winder F is designed for exclusive use The radio controller set consists of a receiver, which is
on the Konica FP-I. Lightweight and compact, this fitted to the accessory terminal connector, and a
winder is easily fitted to the camera. transmitter, which is held at a place away from theView original page 29Page 30 · Read text
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camera. It will operate up to 230 feet away from the Konica New X-24 Auto Electronic Flash (O, 5)
camera, the shutter may be released while an FM signal is The New X-24 is a flat-type electronic flash unit for which
transmitted. As this unit is fitted to the camera with a four AA alkaline or Ni-Cd rechargeable batteries are used
bracket, which is available as an accessory, a Konica X-18 as its power source. The three modes of f/5.6, f/Ll and
or X-24 Auto flash unit may also be used at the same time. manual photographing may be selected with an f-stop
O Please note that it may not be possible to use this device selector. When the New X-24 is fitted to a Konica FP- I
in some countries due to legal restrictions. and the recharge is completed, the photographing mode is automatically changed. Here, the shutter speed is
automatically set at l/100 sec and the aperture at f/5.6,
lnterval Timer (O, 4l (f/ll). The data on the ASA film speed is automaticallyThe interval timer is so designed that the shutter may be fed from the camera. The flash angle is so designed as toreleased at a fixed interval, ranging from 2 sec. to 60 min. cover the picture field of a 35 mm wide-angle lens. The useA bracket, available as an accessory, is used, in htting the of a Wide-Adapter makes it possible to cover that of a 28
interval timer to the accessory terminal connector. A mm wide-angle lens. In a situation where portraits are to
Konica X-18 or X-24 Auto flash unit may be used at the be taken at a distance of 2 3m in a room with few light -same time. The interval timer is usable for various pur- obstacles, the New X-24 is so designed that pictures may
poses, such as the documentary photographing of flowers be taken in succession with ASA 400 hlm and new (fullyblosoming, ecological features of fauna and flora etc. Two charged) batteries.alkaline batteries are used as the power source.
Konica X-36 Auto Electronic Flash (O, 6)
The Konica Auto Electronic Flash that displays its The X-36 uses six AA alkaline or Ni-Cd rechargeable
power ability with an Auto-Winder F batteries or a layer-built battery pack for its power source.
In the range of Konica Auto electronic flash units, the New It is a powerful grip-type electronic flash unit. Like the X-
X-24 and X-36 are available, in addition to the X-18. Like 24, it has the three modes of f/5.6, f/ll and manual.
the X-18, both units are so designed that the data on When it is fitted to a Konica FP-l and the recharge is com-
the aperture, shutter speed and ASA speed are pleted, the X-36 is automatically set to l/100 sec with
automatically transmitted between them and the camera. f/s.6 (f/ tr).View original page 30Page 32 · Read text
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literatures and photos in dimensions of up toLeft Hand Release Switch (O, 7)
This unique device attaches to the accessory terminal of l0-5/8" x l3-3/4".
the Konica FP- I allorving you to release the shutter with Eyesight Correction Lens 2 (O,121
your left hand while focusing with your right hand. Corrects viewfinder optics to prescription requirement;
vastly aids viewing/focusing comfort, accuracy. +1, +2,Cable Switch (O, 8)When this switch is connected to the terminal of the and *3 diopter lenses for farsighted persons; -1, -2 and for nearsighted persons.camera, it is possible to trip the shutter by operating the -3
band-held switch. Eyecup 2 (O, 13)
Close-up Lens 55 (O, 9) Large, soft rubber eyecup shields the meter and eye from extraneous light aids concentration. Prevents metal-to-skinThis lens permits AE close-ups simply by screwing it onto contact in cold weather. Eyecup folds down for eyeglassthe front of the lens and mounting it in place. This makes wearers.close-up photographs of plants and flowers as well as
copies of documents and pictures easy work. This is a Konica Filters
standard 40 mm lens and it allows close-ups ranging from It is advisable to use a UV or Skylight firlter for the
about 45 cm (18") down to 27 cm (10.8'). protection of your camera's lens.
Angle-Magnifinder (O, 1O)
This helpful gadget makes it possible to look into the
viewfinder from above the camera and it comes in handy
when pictures are to be taken at a low level such as in
copying, close-up photography. Furthermore a built-in
magnifer will enlarge the image two-fold it requined.
Copy Stand (O, 11)
This gadget is quite handy in taking close-ups of drawings,View original page 32Page 33 · Read text
Konica Hexanon Interchangeable Lenses a combination of shutter speed and aperture.
Even a lens, brighter than f/2.8, may be used as one withThe Hexanon series of interchangeable lenses for the Ko-
nica FP-l comes in all types of fully automatic aperture f/2.8 at its full opening and with the smallest aperture at f/ll. An f/3.5,f/4 or f/5.6lens, darker thanf/2.8, may beAE lenses, ranging from a 15 mm fish-eye lens to a 40O used as it is.mm ultra-telephoto lens; zoom lenses in focal lengths of 35 .,n tne K.onlca tsP-t. any ot the Hexanon senes ol ,n @ 70 mm, 70 150 mm and 80 200 mm; and macro- - - terchangeable lenses may be used. tr ffilenses.
The Hexanon series of interchangeable lenses features a In the manual mode, the shutter speed is constantly set at ffi l/100. The apertures from the value at the full opening ofhigh image resolution, beautiful delineation and a high 33! are usable. For example, anf/l.4lens maycontrast. In particular, the series is provided with the dy- the lens to f /ll
namic color coating for a better color penetration, be used only as an f/2.8lens in the AE mode, but in the
sec.depending on the composition and materials of the lens. manual mode, it may be used with f/1.4 at l/100 use ofFlare, ghost and other adverse effects are eliminated and When the Konica FP-l is to be used, note that the
color reproduction is enhanced. some of the Hexanon interchaneeable lenses is limited.
Select yours from among the abundant Hexanon series of
interchangeable lenses, depending on the photographic
purpose, and broaden the versality of your Konica FP-1. Hexanon Interchangeable Lenses-Limited Use with
Konica FP-1
o MacroHexanonAR 105 mmf/4
Usable only when you have an auto-helicoid.
Selection and Use of Hexnon Interchangeable o Reflex Hexanon ARM 1000 mm f/8
Lenses This is an ultra-telephoto lens for the manual mode.
The Konica FP-l's programmed automatic exposure Mounted with this lens, the Konica FP- I serves for the ma-
system is so designed that shutter speeds are available in a nual mode and the shutter is set at a fixed speed of l/100
range of l/30 sec to l/1000 sec and f-'stop values of f/2.8, sec. Adjust the amount of light with the built-in ND filter
f/5.6 and f/ll and the correct exposure is determined by for photographing in the manual mode.View original page 33Page 34 · Read text
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Precaution For example, when fine weather (EVl7) gradually becomes
cloudy, the shutter speed becomes proportionately slowO Hexanon Tele-Converter AR 2X from l/1000 sec with the aperture remaining at f/ll. lnThis is a handy auxiliary lens which doubles the focal the soft beams of sunlight (EV 14) at l/125 sec, thelength of a normal lens. All standard and telephoto lenses, exposure combination changes to l/400 sec at f/5.6. ln40 mm and bigger in focal length, and all zoom lenses are cloudy weather (EV 11) where the light is dimmer thanusable for telephoto photographing in the AE mode. f/5.6 at l/60 sec, the combination changes to f/2.8 atIf a Tele-Converter AR 2X is mounted, the f-stop value at l/2O0 sec. In a dark, cloudy situation, the shutter speed isthe full opening of the lens will be reduced by two stops.
The f/2.8 lens will serve as an 75.6 lens. The pictures changed with the aperture remaining at f/2.8.
would be under-exposed in a situation where the light is The Konica FP-l's programmed AE system offers correct aperture values and correct shutter speed selection thusdim, so for the use of a tele-converter, use firlm with an enabling (any "photographic buff') to use this cameraultra-high speed, such as ASA 400. without apprehension.
Konica FP-1's Programmed Automatic Exposure (AE) EV8 EVl 1 EV14 EV17
The programmed AE mode is an automatic exposure 1/1000l/800
640system with a combination of shutter speed and aperture 1 /500Iand is determined for a given brightness. 1r400
1 1320In the programmed AE mode of the Konica FP-I, a 1/250
combination of shutter speed and aperture is determined in 1,200
lrl60a range of EVS (f/2.8 with l/30 sec) to EV17 (f/ll with ,// / 1/125 l/1000 sec) with ASA 100. 1 100
The combinations are shown in the chart alung side. 1 /60180 ,/ /
1/The shutter speeds are available practically without a stage 50 ASA 100 1/ 40from l/30 sec to l/1000 sec, whereas the apertures are 1/30 /
variable in the three stages of f/2.8, f/5.6 and f/ll. sec. f /2.8 f/5 6 t/11View original page 34Related documents and language editions
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