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Mamiya NC1000s User manual
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The Mamiya NC 10005 is an innovative 35mm bayonet-mount automatic SLR cameras which have been developed with Mamiya's superior technology and long experience as a leading manufacturer of professional medium-format cameras. This new camera offers the ultimate in handling ea$e because of its compact size and light weight. Moreover. the open-aperture metering system assures that the large, brilliant viewfinder always remains bright, and the exposure automation system is of the popular shutter-speed priority type, in which the camera meter automatically selects the correct aperture in accordance with the shutter speqd sple,.cted by the user. The NC 10005 is designed to meet the needs of the amateur and professional photographer alike. To further enhance its re- markable capabilities, a wide range of accessories are available including an adaptor which allows stop-down metering and diaphragm automation with the TL, DTL, SX series lenses. Every care has been taken to assure that your Mamiya camera will provide you with years of trouble-free service. Howevef, ro avoid possible mishandling, be . sure to read this instruction manual carefully before using your neiru camera.View original page 3
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Nomenclature
1. Exposure Counter
2. Meter OFF Button
3. Film Advance Lever
4. Shutter Release Button
5. Hot-Shoe with Safety Cover
6. Fihn Plane Reference Mark
7. Film Rewind Knob and
Back Cover Release
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Outline of "AE" (Automatic
Exposure) Operation
The procedure appearing below in sketch form Insert the batteries and check voltage by Lift up on Rewind Knob to open
is designed for future use to serve as a quick pushing the Battery Check Button. Back Cover.
review of the operating procedure which is
explained in detail on the following pages. lt is
also designed for immediate reference by those
already well acquainted with sophisticated
35mm SLR's.
for l/1.4 lensi
for f/l.7 lens
tor t/2.8 lens
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Set the appropriate Shutter Speed Focus the lens Check to see that the Indicator Needle lies
behind the Central Index Mark. In lne correct exposure area in the viewfinder.View original page 7Page 8 · Read text
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Load film and insert the tip of the Shoot blank exposures by ad- Set the Film Speed by turning Set the Aperture Ring to "AE"
lilm leader into the Take-up Spool vancing the film and depressing the Film Speed Ring while de- by rotating until it Iocks into
and advance lilm with the Film the Shutter Release Button until pressing the Lock Button until place with the orange "AE"
Advance Lever, making sure that the Exposure Counter indicates the ASA/DlN number of the film button aligned with the Central
both the upper and lower Sprock- "1" (one). being used appears in the Index Mark.
ets are engaged in the film perfo- window.
rations before firmly closing the
Back Cover.
Compose the image and gently Advance the film to the next trame Rewind the film after the dntire roll has been exposed
depress the Shutter Release
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Battery Check teries indicates they must be replaced * On the NC 10005, depressing the
simultaneouslvAfter inserting the batteries, check with fresh batteries. Meter OFF Button
their voltage by pushing the Battery turns off the exposure meter and locks Exposure Meter Switch the Shutter Release Button (4) pre-Check Button .29l.. lt the Bartery
acci-Check Lamp (.8) illuminates, it indicates When the Film Advance Lever (3) is venting the possibility of an
the batteries are in good condition. slightly pulled away from the camera dental exposure.
Batterv condition should also be (about 1/2 in. or 1.5cml to its click-
checked when the camera has not stop, the exposure meter is activated.
been used for a long period of time. To turn off the meter, merely depress
When the Battery Check Lamp fails to the Meter OFF Button (2).
light, remove the batteries and wipe When the Film Advance Lever is pulled
with a soft, dry cloth to assure good away from the camera, the Meter OFF
contact. Failure of the Battery Check Button will "pop" up, exposing an
Lamp to light after wiping the bat- orange rim which serves as a reminder that the exposure meter is turned on.View original page 10Page 11 · Read text
Loading Film
Avoid direct sunlight when loading and Insert the film leader into one of the Wind the film until both the upper
unloading film. Pull up on the Film slots in the Film Take-up Spool (34). and lower sprockets (33) are engaged
Rewind Knob (7) to open the Back The arrow appearing on the Frlm Take- in the film perforations. lf the Film
Cover (35), and drop a 35mm film up Spool indicates the direction in Advance Lever stops advancing, free
cartridge into the film chamber (30), which it revolves. it by depressing the Shutter Release
locking the cartridge into place by Button (4). Before securely closing the
pushing down on the Film Rewind Back Cover, take up all the slack in the
Re- Knob. lf the Film Rewind Knob does film by gently rotating the Film
not return flush with the camera top, wind Knob clockwise.
rotate it while gently pushing down-
ward until it recesses flush.View original page 11Page 12 · Read text
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lvlove the Film Advance Lever as far as Each time the film is advanced and the Turn the Film Rewind Knob clock-
it will go and then depress the Shutter shutter cocked, the Exposure Counter wise to take-up the slack, then depress
Release Button. Repeat the above pro- advances one number, informing the the Shutter Release Button and wind
cedure until the Exposure Counter user of the number of frames the film the film again. lf the Film Rewind
indicates 1 (one). The camera is now has been advanced. When the Back Knob still does not turn, open the
loaded and readv to use. Cover is opened, the Exposure Counter back and check the film loading.
automaticallv returns to "S" (start).
As the fllm is advanced, the Film Re- The Memo Pocket (151 found on the
wind Knob should revolve counter- camera Back Cover can be used to hold
clockwise. lf it does not, it indicates the film box end as a reminder of the
there is slack in the film, or the film is type of f ilm loaded in the cam'era.
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Focusing
1. While looking through the view- Moreover, simply depressjng the Depth-
finder, adjust the Focusing Ring until of-Field Preview Button after setting
the most important part of the subject the Aperture Ring to the desired F-stop
appears sharp. wi ll allow one to preview the Depth-of-
2. Extremely accurate focusing is Field and appearance of out-of-focus
simplified by the split-image range- images.
finder spot located in the center of the
focusing screen. lts wedge is set at a
45o angle, making it possible to use
either horizontal or vertical lines of
the su bject for precise f ocusing. The
split-image rangefinder spot is sur-
rounded by a microprism collar which
fractures the image whenever it goes
sl ightly out-of-f ocus; consequently, it
is an invaluable aid for pinpoint focus-
ing accuracy.
3. The outer ground glass area (which
surrounds the microprism collar) can
also be used for focusing.
Si nce the camera is an SLR, the photo-
grapher always sees in the viewfinder
exactly what will appear on the f ilm,
regardless of the lens or accessory
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Viewf i nder I nformatio n Pull the Film Advance Lever slightly
Rangefinder Spot away from the camera to its click-stop
Microprism Collar position and look through the view-
Matte Area finder to check that the Exposure
Stop-Down Metering Index Mark Meter Indicator Needle is located with-
Indicator Needle in the correct exposure area before re-
Aperture Scale leasing the shutter.
o Correct Exposure Area
The correct exposure area is anywhere
between the upper edge of the numeral
Aperture Scale: Stop-Down Metering I ndex: corresponding with the maximum aper-
The Aperture Scale is found on the This index is the small rectangular area ture and the lower edge of the numeral
left-hand side of the focusing screen found beside 1.2 on the Aperture of the minimum aperture of the lens
area. The Exposure Meter Indicator Scale. For manual stop-down metering, being used.
Needle moves up and down in this the Indicator Needle is aligned with For example, when using an f/1.4 lens
area, indicating the aperture automati- this index. Details appear later in this and the Indicator Needle points any-
cally selected by the camera when the text. where between the upper edge of 1.4
Aperture Ring of the lens is set to the and lower edge of 16 on the aperture
AE position. scale in the viewfinder, correct expo-
sure will be obtained.
When using an f 11.7, f 12, or f 12.8lens,
the upper edge of the respective nu-
meral on the aperture scale in the view-
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Holding the Camera Correctly
finder is the upper limit of the correct Support the camera in the palm of the
exposure. When using an f/3.5 lens, the left hand with the thumb and fore-
lower edge of 2.8 is the upper limit of finger gripping the Focusing Ring. The
the correct exposure. palm of the right hand should fit
lf the lndicator Needle moves beyond against the right side of the camera
the upper limit, underexposure will body with the forefinger resting near
result, so adjust the Shutter Speed the Shutter Release Button and the
Ring to a slower shutter speed until the thumb on the camera back.
Indicator Needle drops into the correct ' Look through the viewfinder with the
exposure area. camera resting against the forehead to
heldlf the Indicator Needle lies below the help steady it and the left elbow
lower limit, this indicates overexpo- in against the body.
sure, and the Shutter Speed Ring As a general rule, the camera should
speedsshould be adjusted to a faster shutter not be handheld at shutter
speed until the Indicator Needle enters slower than 1/30 second. This becomes
into the correct exposure area. particularly important when using
lenses of longer than normal focal
length, where it may be necessary to
use even faster speeds to el iminate
camera movement. At speeds slower
than 1/30 sec., a tripod is a must for
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Caution:
* During automatic exposure (AE)
operation, be careful not to inad-
vertently apply pressure to the Meter
OFF Button while releasing the shutter,
otherwise .incorrect exposure may re-
sult.
* When attaching the camera to a
tripod that has a long attachment
screw, adjust the screw to less than
3/16 inch (4.5mm) to prevent damage After exposing a'roll of film, it must film leader separates from the Take-upto the interior of the camera body. be rewound into its cartridge, for if Spool, there will be less tension upon
the Back Cover of the camera were to the Rewind Knob and this indicates
be opened without f irst rewinding, it is safe to open the Back cover.
anywhere from a few frames to the To prevent the possibility of fogging
entire roll may be ruined. the first few frames, do not unload the
To rewind the film, push in on the film in direct, bright light nor rewind
Rewind Button (39) and gently rotate the film completely into its cartridge,
the Rewind Knob (7) with its fotd- but leave part of the f ilm leader
away Rapid Rewind Crank in the protruding to prevent light from leak-
direction of the arrow (clockwise). ing in between the felt lips of the
To avoid damaging the film, do not cartridge.
rewind the film too rapidly nor apply
excessive force. Af ter the tip of the
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The Self-Timer provides a method of by releasing the shutter with the Shut-
taking delayed action pictures, allow- ter Release Button.
ing a photographer to get into his own Caution:
photographs! When using the self-timer in the auto-
When ready to take a picture, rotate matic exposure (AE) mode, be sure to
the Self-Timer Lever (10) counter- attach the Hot Shoe Safety Cover
clockwise and push the Self-Timer (5A) (which also doubles as a view-
Activating Button (1 1 ) to start the finder cover) to the Viewfinder Eye-
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Rotating the Self-Timer Lever as far from entering the eyepiece, possibly
as it will go (180o) will result in a causi ng underexposure.
shutter release delay of approximately When using the self-timer, be sure the
9 seconds. The time delay is adjust- Film Advance Lever is at its click-stop
able by rotating the Self-Timer Lever position, protruding slightly from the
in a 90 to 1800 arc. However, when camera. lf the lever is flush with the
rotated to an angle of less than 90o, camera top, the meter is turned off.
the Self-Timer will not start. lf the self-timer is started with the
The Self-Timer Lever may be set either Film Advance Lever flush with the
before or after the film is advanced. camera top, the shutter will not release
Starting the self-timer before the film because pushing the Meter OFF Button
is advanced, however, will not result not only turns off the meter, but also
in releasing the shutter locks the shutter release mechanism. Even after setting the self-timer, it In the event that the self-timer is can be by-passed as often as desired
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accidentally started with the Film
Advance Lever flush with the camera
top, pull the lever out to its click-stop
position and then reset the self-timer;
there will be no need to push the Self-
Timer Activating Button again because
the self-timer will start as soon as
pressure is released from the Self-Timer
Lever.
Your camera is provided with two appropriate Sync Termi nal.
flash Sync Terminals: FP for synchro- Caution: nization with FP class flash bulbs, and When using flash units with synchro- X for synchronization with electronic nization cords, an electrical charge is flash units. present in the "Hot Shoe". Therefore, Compact electronic flash units designed keep the Safety Cover (5A) in ptace to for cordless operation may be attached
to the Hot-Shoe (5) after its Safety prevent the possibility of a light electri- cal shock while the cord is connected. Cover is removed. For a large flash The Hot-Shoe Safety Cover, as ex- unit used with a bracket, or for a plained in the previous section, USING compact electronic flash unit without THE SELF-TIMER, also doubles as a provision for cordless operation, attach viewfinder eyepiece cover. the flash synchronization cord to the
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Flash Synchronization Chart
The shaded areas of the Flash Synchro- SHUTTER SPEEDS
nization Chart indicate the usable shut- FLASH
2 ter speeds with the various types of TERMINAL 10001 s00 | zso I r25 | 60 | ro I rs | 8 | a |flash illumination. For example, when FP Class
using electronic f lash, the Shutter Speed FP M ClassRing should be set to 1/60 sec. or
slower (1/60 to 1 sec., B). Electronic Flash
X FP Class' M Class
MF Class
o Exposure for Flash Photography
ln flash photography, exposure is deter- compute the correct lens opening by light source for indoor photography
mined by the guide number of the this formula. and for shooting in dimly-lit places, but
back-flashbulb or electronic flash unit. GUIDE NUMBER =CAMERA- it's also an effective tool for
The guide number represents a rela- TO-SUBJECT DISTANCE lighting outdoor portraits and filling in
tionship between the power of the = APERTURE shadows outdoors.
aflash and the speed of the film. Flash- lf the flash you are using has a guide Remember that when flash is used as
bulb guide numbers can be found on number of 56, for example, and if, supplemental light source, exposure
their package. Guide numbers for after focusing, you determine from the must be based on the light from the relectronic flash units are found in the lens barrel Distance Scale that the main light source (such as the sun). Imanufacturers specifications. subject is 7 feet away, divide 56 by 7. Remember, also when shooting with
Once you've found the correct shutter The answer is 8, therefore the correct electronic flash, the Shutter Speed I
speed for your type of flash, (see aperture is f/B (56/7=8tf/81 ). Ring must be set to 1/60 sec. orslower I
1 sec., B).Flash Synchronization Chart), you can Not only is flash the most effective (1/60 -
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Depth-of-Field
anADVANCED TECHNIQUE When the camera is focused on
In order to meet almost every photo- object, an area in front of and behind
graphic need, the Mamiya NC 10005 the object will also be in acceptably
includes a variety of features. Mastery sharp focus.
of these features will not only lead to The distance between the nearest and
better pictures, but will open up the farthest points in sharp focus is called
doors to new photographic possibilities DEPTH.OF-FIELD.
Each time the aperture is changed, theas well.
depth-of-field changes also. As the lens
is stopped down towards f/16, depth-
of-field increases, and as the lens is
opened up towards 111.4 or 111.7, it mean the difference between a snap-
decreases. shot and a much more successful
The depth-of-field will appear in the photograph.
viewf inder as it will appear in the To preview the depth-of-field push in
finished picture. By changing the focus on the AE Button (28) and rotate the
while the lens diaphragm is stopped Aperture Ring (25) until the same F-
down,you can select the area of sharp- number indicated by the Exposure
ness in your photograph. Meter Indicator Needle is aligned with
Knowing how to use depth-of-field the Central Index Mark (26).
allows the photographer to use the Next, push the Depth-of-Field Preview
principle of "selective focus" to give Button (13) as far as possible and the
softer focus to unwanted foreground diaphragm of the lens will stop down
and background subjects. This could to the previously selected aperture,
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the depth-of-field, you can determine The automatic exposure system can be
the approximate depth-of -f ield by refer- disengaged at any time by pushing the
ring to the Depth-of-Field Scale (26) AE Button to unlock the Aperture
on the lens barrel. Ring and rotating it to the desired
For example, if the standard (50mm) aperture. Even when in the manual
lens is focused at 15 feet, one of the mode, the Exposure Meter Indicator
marks representing f 111 appears at the Needle continues to indicate correct
10 foot mark and the other at the 30 exposure so that it may be used as a
foot mark. This means that in a photo- reference point to assist the photo-
graph focused at 15 feet with the grapher who deliberately wishes to over
diaphragm set at f 111, everything be- or underexpose for special effects. For
making it possible to preview the tween 10 and 30 feet will be in example, when the Indicator Needledepth-of-f ield. Releasing your f inger acceptably sharp focus. indicates. f /8, the photographer can
from the Depth-of-Field Preview Button overexpose two stops by manually
will return the diaphragm to its maxi- setting the Aperture Ring to fl4;
mum aperture. After this is done, you similarly, he can underexpose two stops
can take a picture. However, it is by setting the Aperture Ring to f/16
better to return the Aperture Ring to instead of f/8.the AE position immediately after
previewing the depth-of-field to mini-
mize the possibility of future error.
lf the focusing screen is not suff iciently
bright, because of a dark subject or
small aperture, to clearly distinguish
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compose the image in the viewfinder ously keeping the Rewind Button de-
while maintaining pressure on the pressed.
Shutter Release Button. Then, apply 4. Depress the Shutter Release Button
additional pressure to the Shutter for second exposure. Repeat the above
Release Button to trip the shutter and steps if you wish, for as many times as
take the picture. you wish. The Exposure Counter ad-
When you desire to have a brightly vances as many numbers as the Film
back-lit subject appear as a silhouette, Advance Lever is wound.
do not make the exposure correction * lf you take up slack in the film
suggested above, but simply compose before releasing the first e4posure, the
and shoot. film movement in the camera will be The NC 10005 camera is protected f rom minimized.
accidental double exposures under * The next frame might be slightly normal picture taking situations, how- overlapped with the multiple exposedslightly depressing the shutter release ever, you can make multiple (double) frame, so when f inishing the multiple-button, While maintaining pressure on exposures for special effects as follows. exposures, put on the lens cap or coverthe shutter release button to "hold" 1. Take your first picture in the usual the lens with your hand, trip the Shut-the correct exposure, back away from manner. ter Release Button, and advance onethe subject, recompose, and shoot. 2. Rotate the Film Rewind Knob
lf it is not possible to approach the clockwise until it stops to take up slack blank shot of f ilm.
subject, take an exposure measurement in the f ilm.
from a similarly lighted subject (such 3. Wind the Film Advance Lever while
as one's own hand), lock the exposure, holding the Film Rewind Knob so that
recompose, and shoot. the knob will not be moved, simultane-
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Using Infrared Film
When using black and white infrared
film it is necessary to make a focusing
adjustment in order to achieve accu-
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particulary important when :
a) using non-wi^de-angle lenses 2. After focusing in the usual manner, tance previously indicated on theb) taking close-ups check the distance on the distance Central Index Mark is now aligned withc) shooting at wide apertures scale that is aligned with the Central the Infrared Index Mark.
Index Mark of the lens, and then make * For information regarding the pro-
. Focusing Adjustment Procedure a focusing adjustment by turning the per filter and exposure, refer to the
1. The red dot or line on the right side focusing ring slightly in the direction data sheet packed with the film.
re-of the Central Index Mark is the indicated by the arrow in the accom- * A focusing adjustment is not
Infrared Index Mark. panying photograph so that the dis' quired with color infrared film.
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In the stop-down metering method, a faster shutter speed. Conversely,
there is no relationship between the when the lndicator Needle lies above
F-number indicated by the Exposure the index, change to a slower shutter
Meter Indicator Needle and the aper- speed. lt is not necessary for the
ture required to achieve correct expo- Indicator Needle to be perfectly center-
Ii v sure. When stop-down metering is neces- ed in the Stop-Down Metering Index
sary, proceed as follows: Mark, for when the Indicator Needle
5.6 enters any area of the index, it indicates l1 1. Focus on the subject and, while
pushing the Depth-of-Field Preview that the camera has been adjusted
Button (13) as far as possible rotate within the range of correct exposure.
the Aperture Ring until the lndicator 3. After adjusting for correct exposure,When an Auto Mamiya-Sekor CS lens Needle comes to rest at the Stop-Down the usual practice is to remove one's
camera, stop-down theis attached to Preview (found from the Depth-of-Field beside finger M"ttnng lVlglk !n9gl possible.metering is not shutter before Button releasing the Correct However, 1.2 Aperture Scale). on thestop-down metering is used on the exposure is now set and the picture is so that composition and focus can be
following occasions: ready to be taken. (When using preset rechecked at the maximum aperture.1. When an accessory, such as Auto lenses, there is no need to manipulate However, it is perfectly acceptable toBellows is placed between the camera the Depth-of-Field Preview Button. ) release the shutter while the Depth-of-
body and lens. 2. lf the Indicator Needle cannot be Field Preview Button is still held.2. When lenses for the TL, DTL, SX aligned with the Stop-Down Meteringseries or any other universal (42mm) Index Mark by rotating the Aperturethread lenses are mou nted on the Ring, change to another shutter speed.
Mamiya NC 1 000S using the P (Praktica) lf the Indicator Needle lies below theMount Adapter. Stop-Down Metering Index, change to3. When preset lenses are used.
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o Removing the Focusing Screen o Replacing the Focusing Screen
After removing the lens, gently pull the To replace or insert a new screen, hold
Focusing Screen Frame Latch l22l the screen by its central tab, glossy-
slightly forward and both the Focusing side-down and matte-side-up, and
Screen Frame and screen will drop gently insert it into the lowered Focus-
downward, making the screen easily ing Screen Frame. Carefully raise the
accessible. frame upward, pushing it shut until
Gaution: it locks into place with a click.
* When removing the screen grasp it * Do not try to insert the screen into
by its central tab. Do not touch the the Focusing Screen Frame upside-
surface of the screen as finger- down (glossy-side-up) as it will not
Five focusing screens (including the prints are diff icult to remove. fit properly.
standard screen which comes with the * When interchanging screens handle * lf the screen is not correctly seated
camera) are available to satisfy the them only by their edges. completely in the frame, it will not
preferences or requirements of the * The focusing screens are susceptible be possible to lock the frame shut.
photographer. to scratches; therefore, handle them * Be sure the Focusing Screen Frame
with extreme care, is securely locked in place before
* Be careful not to touch the mirror attaching a lens to the camera,
when interchanging screens.
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