8

Operating the Superwide Cameras

Basic camera operations that apply to all V system cameras are discussed in Chapter 6. The information here is limited to the features and operations that apply specifically to Superwide models.

BASIC CAMERA OPERATION

The latest 905SWC model has a Biogon lens with a slightly different lens and barrel design to reduce the possibility of flare to the highest degree, but otherwise it is identical to the 903SWC (see Figure 8-1).

The basic operation of all Superwide cameras is identical except that on cameras made since 1980 the film can be advanced either with a ratchet-type motion (which is necessary when the instant film magazine is attached) or with a full turn on the crank. On earlier models, the crank needed ...

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