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Instruction manual • Bedienungsanleitung

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ENGLISH

We greatly appreciate your purchase of this Contax NX camera. The

Contax NX is an autofocus single lens reflex camera based on the Contax'

fundamental principle of "building cameras for creating works of art".

Automatic or manual focus can be selected according to the subject and

setting so that the user can achieve the desired results with accuracy.

Read these instructions carefully before using the camera to ensure proper use

and a long service life.

This camera incorporates ‘Custom Functions’ which may be used in applica-

tions beyond the normal requirements of photography. See page 87 for

details.

The abbreviation ‘ ’ used throughout this manual indicates a custom func-

tion.

Safety warnings

This manual contains the following warnings to ensure safe use of the camera. Please

read the explanations thoroughly before use.

Caution

Warning

Failure to use the product correctly may result in serious injury

and/or death of the user.

Failure to use the product correctly may result in injury to the

user or damage to property.

Cautions in Handling

• Any foreign matter on the lens or mount should be removed with a blower or by wiping

with a soft lens cloth. Fingerprints should be removed by wiping gently with a commercial-

ly available lens paper. Foreign matter on the mirror should be removed by wiping gently

with a soft lens cloth.

• Remove dust and dirt from the camera body by wiping with a soft cloth. Use of organic

solvents such as benzene or thinners may result in damage to the body and should be

avoided under all circumstances.

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• Clean the camera thoroughly after use at the beach or in dusty

areas. Salt spray may corrode metal components, and may

result in damage to, and short-circuit of, electronic components,

with the possibility of smoke or fire. The presence of sand in the

mechanism of the camera will cause problems in operation.

• The lens may fog-up if the camera is moved immediately from a

cold area into a warm room. The condensation on the lens will

disappear after a few minutes, however if this process is repeat-

ed water droplets will form in the lens and camera body, and

may result in damage to, and short-circuit of, electronic compo-

nents, with the possibility of smoke or fire. Avoid moving the

camera suddenly between areas of differing temperature.

• Do not place the camera in direct sunlight. The focusing effect of

the lens on nearby objects may result in damage or fire. Always

fit the lens cap, and store out of direct sunlight.

• The camera contains precision electronic equipment. Damage to

the electronic circuits may result in smoke or fire and consequent

damage to the mechanism, and care should be taken to avoid

dropping the camera or subjecting it to physical shocks.

• Check operation of the camera, or take test photographs

before using it for important occasions such as overseas

trips or weddings. Always carry spare batteries.

Caution

Warning

• If the batteries becomes overheated the camera may emit smoke

or a burning smell. In this case, remove the batteries immediate-

ly to prevent fire or burns (take care to avoid burns when remov-

ing the batteries).

• Do not use the camera in locations where it will be in direct con-

tact with water or in locations with a high moisture content, and

do not use the camera with wet hands. Use under such condi-

tions may result in electric shock, short-circuit of electronic com-

ponents, overheating, smoke, fire, or corrosion. (Note that it is

particularly important to be careful when using the camera in

rain, snow, or at the beach.)

• Do not use the camera in the vicinity of inflammable gases. Use

in such situations may result in fire.

• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. The camera employs

high voltage, and modification may result in electric shock.

• The camera contains high-voltage circuits. If it has been

dropped, care must be taken not to touch the internal mecha-

nism as this may result in electric shock.

• During flash photography, ensure that the flash is not close to

the human eye (particularly the eyes of infants). Use of the flash

near the eyes may result in vision disorders.

• Do not look directly at the sun or a strong light source through

the camera. Such use may result in vision disorders.

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• Leaving the camera in a warm place (e.g. at the beach during the summer, in direct

sunlight inside a vehicle) for a long period of time will result in deterioration of the

film and batteries, having a negative effect on the camera.

• If the camera is to be left unused for a long period of time, remove the batteries to

guard against damage from fluid leakage.

Caution

Warning

The shutter curtain is made of very thin material. Never push it with a finger, or touch or

wipe it. When changing film, take care to ensure that the film tip does not touch the

shutter curtain. When using an air blower, ensure that only a gentle jet of air is used. If

the jet is too strong it may damage or deform the curtain. Never use a pressurized

blower.

The characteristics of this camera prevent the use of infrared film for photography.

This camera incorporates a safety circuit to protect its microcomputer again strong

external static electricity. Operation of the circuit may prevent operation of the camera

in rare cases. In this case, set the main switch to OFF, remove and reload the batteries,

and continue using the camera.

Warning

• Avoid storing the camera in humid and dusty locations,

wardrobes containing insecticide, or laboratories containing

chemicals. Storage under these conditions may result in damage

to, and short-circuit of, electronic components, with the possibility

of smoke or fire. Ensure that the camera is stored in a location

with good ventilation.

• Do not touch the battery terminals with conductive metal objects

(e.g. tweezers). This will reduce the life of the batteries, and may

result in a short-circuit.

• Adhere strictly to the following requirements. Failure to do so

may result in damage to the batteries, fire, injury or contamina-

tion of the immediate surroundings.

Use only the specified batteries in the camera.

Do not throw batteries in the fire, short-circuit while charging,

dismantle, or heat under any circumstances.

Do not mix new and used batteries, batteries from different

manufacturers, or different types of batteries, in the camera.

CR2 batteries (3V lithium batteries) must not be charged

under any circumstances.

• When disposing of batteries, insulate the terminals by covering

with tape etc. to prevent contact with other metal objects which

may result in splitting of the batteries, or fire.

• Store batteries out of reach of children. Contact a doctor immedi-

ately if a battery is swallowed. Swallowing may result in a leak in

the battery, causing damage to the stomach and intestines.

• Battery performance generally deteriorates as temperature is reduced. In cold areas, the

camera should be placed under thermal protective covering, or inside the clothing, before

and after use. Batteries which have deteriorated due to low-temperature will recover if

returned to normal temperatures.

• Contamination of the + and - terminals of the batteries with sweat and oils may prevent

good contact. Always wipe the terminals thoroughly with a dry cloth before using the bat-

teries.

• Always take new, spare batteries on long trips etc.

• The camera will not operate if the battery contacts do not match those in the battery com-

partment.

Caution

• Do not take photographs while moving. In particular, do not move

while looking through the viewfinder. Use in such situations may

result in a fault in the camera.

• Do not pay excessive attention to the subject at the expense of

your surroundings during photography.

• Do not leave the camera within reach of infants or children. Take

particular attention when using the camera near infants or chil-

dren, and do not leave it unattended. Infants and children do not

understand the safety warnings and cautions, and this may result

in the following.

• The camera dropping or falling, with consequent injury.

• The camera strap being wrapped around the neck, resulting in

suffocation.

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BASIC OPERATIONS PRIOR

TO SHOOTING

BASIC OPERATIONS

SIMPLE SHOOTING PROCEDURE

FOCUSING

SELECTING THE METERING MODE

APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHIC

TECHNIQUES

FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

CUSTOM FUNCTIONS

REFERENCE

MAIN ACCESSORIES

6 7

Safety warnings ....................................................2

Cautions in Handling ............................................2

1. Fitting the strap and viewfinder shade

adapter............................................................14

2. Fitting the eye cup/diopter correction lens......15

1. Main switch .....................................................26

2. Shutter release button ....................................27

3. Position dial.....................................................28

Using the “ ”(green) setting on the

position dial.....................................................36

1. Selecting focus frames ...................................39

1. Types of metering modes and their features ..48

1. Autoexposure photography

<1. Taking photographs with the aperture

priority mode “Av” (aperture priority auto

exposure)> ...............................................51

<2. Taking photographs with shutter speed

priority settings “Tv” (shutter priority auto

exposure) mode> .....................................52

<3. Taking photographs in the program auto

mode “P” (program auto exposure)

mode> ......................................................53

1. Taking photographs using the internal flash ...72

2. Taking photographs using a Contax TLA flash..76

1. List of custom functions ..................................87

1. Basic information on photography ..................91

1. Contax Data back D-11...................................96

2. Contax Cable switch LA type..........................97

3. Contax Power pack P-8, P-8D........................98

Names of Parts........................................8

3. Inserting the batteries and checking

the battery power...............................16

4. Mounting and removing lenses..........18

5. Holding the camera............................19

4. F and R dials .....................................29

5. Mode button and mode details ..........30

6. Selecting the mode ............................31

2. Focusing in the autofocus mode .......40

2. Metering range...................................49

2. Manual exposure photography

<1. Taking photographs with the

exposure set manually “M”

(manual exposure) mode> ..........55

<2. Using the bulb exposure

mode> .........................................57

3. Taking photographs with exposure com-

pensation

<1. Setting exposure compensation

manually (with Av, Tv, P)>...........58

3. Taking photographs using other

flashes with the X contact..................81

2. Setting custom functions ...................89

2. Troubleshooting .................................92

4. Contax Power pack adapter GP-1...101

5. Contax Mount adapter NAM-1.........102

6. Contax Flexible case C-9 ................103

Display Panel and Viewfinder Display...10

6. Loading film .......................................20

7. Setting the film speed manually.........23

8. Removing film ....................................24

7. ABC/ button..................................33

8. Focus button ......................................33

9. Sync switch........................................33

4. Focusing manually.............................44

<2. Taking photographs with the AE

lock>............................................60

<3. Taking photographs with the

Exposure Autobracketing Expoure

Mode (ABC Exposure mode)> ....62

4. Using the selftimer .............................65

5. Date and time imprinting....................66

6. Checking the depth of field ................68

7. Cable switch socket ...........................69

8. Replacing the camera back ...............69

4. Flash photography techniques ..........82

3. Shutter speed and aperture value

display................................................94

Main specifications ..............................104

CONTENTS

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Names of Parts

Internal flash (page 72) Sync switch (page 73, 84)

Position dial

(page 28)

Strap lug

(page 14)

ABC Exposure/ button (page 62,75)

Mode button (page 30)

Display panel (page 10)

R dial (page 29)

Light button

(page 12)

Strap lug (page 14)

Shutter release

button (page 27)

F dial (page 29)

Dedicated flash contact (page 76)

Direct X contact (page 81)

Accessory shoe (page 76)

Internal flash

(page 72)

Lens mark

(page 18)

Lens released

button

(page 18)

Mount

(page 18)

Selftimer LED (page 65)

Aperture stop-down button (page 68)

AF supplementary light (page 38)

Viewfinder contacts (page 11)

DX contact (page 22)

Film chamber

(page 20)

Cable switch socket

(page 97)

Film tip mark (page 21)

Spool (page 21)

Eye cup F-3 (Page 15)

Battery cover/ Battery

compartment

(page 16)

Rewind button

(page 24)

Tripod socket

Camera back release

button (page 20)

Film check window

Camera back opening

lever (page 20)

Sync terminal (page 81)

Cable switch socket (page 97)

Film fixing shaft (page 20)

Data back contacts (page 96)

Shutter curtain (page 20)

Focusing frame select lever (page 40)

R dial (page 29)

Focus button (page 45)

Camera back

release pin

(page 69, 96)

Camera back

(page 21)

Main switch

(page 26)

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Display Panel and Viewfinder Display

Exposure counter (page 21)

Selftimer remaining time (page 65)

ABC shooting order (page 62)

Bulb exposure time (page 57)

Film loading indicators

• Film advance error (page 21)

• Film advance normal (page 21)

• Film advancing (display increments)

• End of film (page 24)

• Film rewinding (display decrements)

• End of rewind (page 24)

Focusing mode (page 30)

• “ ” Manual focus

• “ ” Single autofocus

• “ ” Continuous autofocus

Exposure mode (page 30)

• “ ” Manual exposure

• “ ” Aperture priority auto

• “ ” Shutter priority auto

• “ ” Program auto

Metering mode (page 30)

• “ ” Center divied partial

metering

• “ ” Center-weighted average

metering

• “ ” Evaluative metering

Drive mode (page 30)

• “ ” Selftimer photography

(page 65)

• “ ” Single frame photography

(page 45)

• “ ” Continuous photography

(page 45)

Aperture value (page 51)

ABC setting and compensation range (page 62)

Internal flash compensation (page 75)

Shutter speed (page 52)

Film speed

• DX : For automatic setting (page 22)

• ISO : For manual setting (page 23)

Custom functions (page 87, 89)

(This page describes the contents of the displays. All the information is indicated

on these diagrams for explanation purposes. The display will not show all this

information at once but only pertinent information for settings and modes.)

Flash mark (pages 72, 76)

Internal flash compensation

mark (page 75)

Focus indicators (page 40)

“”

lit: In focus

“”

flashing: Focusing not

possible

Metering mode (page 48)

• Evaluative metering

• Center-weighted average

light metering

• Center divied partial

metering

AE lock (page 60)

Exposure compensation

(page 58)

Shutter speed (page 52)

Aperture value (page 51)

Exposure counter (page 21)

Selftimer remaining time (page 65)

ABC shooting order (page 62)

Film loading indicators (page 21)

Exposure compensation

value (page 58)

• 1/3 EV increments

• 1/2 EV increments

Exposure meter (page 55)

Metering difference

(page 87)

Manual exposure (page 55)

Focus frame (normally displayed)

(page 39)

Battery remaining (page 17)

Focus frame selection

indicators (page 39)

Exposure compensation

value (page 58)

• 1/3 EV increments

• 1/2 EV increments

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The display in the viewfinder incorporates a variety of information - as well as

the focus, aperture, and shutter speed, it also shows the exposure meter and

exposure counter.

The viewfinder display turns on when the operations below are performed, then

automatically turns off after 16 seconds to save power.

When the main switch is turned on.

When the shutter button is half-pressed while the main switch is turned on.

If any dial is changed while the viewfinder display is switched over while the

viewfinder display is lit, the display time is extended another 16 seconds.

“ ” Display time may be changed. (Power hold time, page 87).

• The viewfinder display turns off in the following cases:

Photography, Film finished, Rewinding, Rewinding finished, Film advance failure, Battery

discharged

The display panel has an illumination

function. Press the “LIGHT” button once

to light the display panel, and press it

again to extinguish it. The panel is

cleared automatically after 16 seconds.

• If other dials or buttons are operated while

the display panel is lit, the duration of illumi-

nation is automatically extended. The dis-

play panel light turns off as soon as the

shutter is released.

“ ” Illumination time may be changed.

(Power hold time, page 87)

“LIGHT” button

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BASIC OPERATIONS PRIOR TO

SHOOTING

This section describes procedures that should be taken prior to photographing

and includes basic operations of this camera. If you already have basic knowl-

edge on handling a camera and wish to start taking photographs immediately,

proceed to “SIMPLE SHOOTING PROCEDURE” on page 35.

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1. Fitting the strap and viewfinder shade adapter

First pass the strap through the viewfinder shade adapter supplied with the

camera, and then attach the strap to the camera as shown below.

2. Fitting the eye cup/diopter correction lens

The eye cup F-3 is fitted as shown below.

When using the selftimer, light entering the viewfinder when the eye is

moved away may interfere with a correct reading of incident light. In such

cases, fit the viewfinder shade adapter to the viewfinder.

The separately available FL diopter correction lenses (+3, +2, +1, 0, -2, -3,

-4, -5 available) are fitted as shown below. The eye cup may be fitted on the

diopter correction lens.

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3. Inserting the batteries and checking the battery

power

Turn the main switch off before inserting the batteries.

Open the battery compartment

cover.

Use a coin to turn the battery cover in

the direction of the arrow.

Insert two 3V lithium batteries

(CR2) into the battery compart-

ment. Ensure that the battery con-

tacts and those in the battery com-

partment match.

• The camera will not operate, and may mal-

function, if the batteries are inserted in the

wrong direction.

Close the battery compartment

cover.

The “”mark appears in the display

panel.

• Even when using new batteries, during con-

tinuous shooting or at low temperatures, the

voltage may decrease momentarily and the

“ ” mark may light. If this happens, set

the main switch to OFF then back ON two

or three times. If the “ ” mark lights there

is enough battery power.

The meaning of the battery marks are as follows:

Check the battery power with the main switch turned ON.

Battery compart-

ment cover

Display panel

Battery (CR2)

Display when main

switch is on

(flashing)

Meaning

There is sufficient battery power.

Camera will not operate.

Replace with a new battery.

Battery power is low and will need replacement soon.

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Press the lens release button and turn

the lens counterclockwise all the way

until it stops, then pull it forward to

remove it.

• Be careful not to touch the lens surface or

the inside of the body when mounting and

removing lenses.

• When replacing the lens while film is loaded

in the camera, do so in the shade, avoiding

direct sunlight.

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Remove the camera's body cap

and the lens rear cap.

Line up the mount mark on the

lens with the lens mark on the

camera, insert the lens, then turn it

clockwise until a click is heard and

the lens is firmly engaged.

• Use Contax N-mount lenses.

• Contax 645 system lenses can be used by

mounting on an NAM-1 mount adapter.

(page 102)

4.Mounting and removing lenses

Mount mark Lens mark

Lens release button

5. Holding the camera

Tuck in your elbows and stabi-

lize the camera.

Hold your breath when pressing

the shutter button.

Keep your arms and hands

relaxed and press the shutter

button gently.

It is important to hold the camera firmly in order to achieve sharp pho-

tographs. Unsharp photographs are often due to camera shake caused by

the photographer's abrupt motion when taking a picture.

Practice working with the camera and making both vertical and horizontal com-

positions. Find positions that are comfortable for you. Propping yourself or the

camera against a building or tree can often be effective.

• When taking photographs in dark places or in other cases where the shutter speed is

slow, use a tripod to avoid camera shake.

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Pulling on the tip of the film, draw

out the film to the position of the

orange “ I ” mark, then set it over the

spool.

Make sure the film is flush (not bulging

out), as shown in the diagram.

• If the drawn out section of the film is too

long, do not try to continue loading the film.

Wind it back up into the film cartridge to

adjust the length.

Securely close the camera back,

turn the main switch on and press

the shutter release button.

The film is automatically advanced to

the first frame and the exposure counter

is set to “01”.

• If “00” still flashes on the exposure counter,

the film has not been properly loaded. Open

the camera back and reload the film.

2120

6. Loading film

Open the camera back by lifting

the camera back release knob

while sliding the camera back open-

ing lever downwards.

• The first time you use the camera be sure to

remove the protective sheet inside the cam-

era before loading film.

• Be careful not to touch the DX and data

back contacts. If they become dirty clean

them off with a soft cloth.

• Load and remove film out of direct sunlight.

Insert the film at an angle as

shown on the diagram.

Insert the film fixing shaft onto the pro-

jection in the film cartridge.

Shutter curtain

The shutter curtain is a precision part. Be extremely careful not to touch it or

poke it with the tip of the film or your finger. In particular, never press the

shutter release button when the tip of the film is positioned over the shutter

curtain.

Camera back release knob

“ I ” mark

Display panel

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Use the procedure described below to set the film speed for film with no DX

code or when you want to set a different ISO from the one indicated for the film.

• The manual ISO setting range is ISO 6 to 6400.

• If you set the film speed manually this setting will be used even when using film with a DX

code.

Turn the position dial to “ISO”.

“DX” or “ISO” and the film speed appear

on the display panel.

Move the R dial to set the film

speed to the desired value.

DX ←→ 6 ←→ 8 ←→ 10 ←→ • ←→ 5000

←→ 6400 ←→ DX ←→ 6 (repeated)

• Film speed determined automatically when

set to DX.

Return the position dial to “ ”

(white) or “ ” (green). Setting is

now complete.

The display panel returns to the normal

display.

• Once the film speed is set, it is stored in

memory until it is changed again.

• Photographs cannot be taken if the position

dial is set to “SET”, “ISO”, or “CF”.

<Automatic setting of the ISO

film speed>

When “DX” is displayed on the dis-

play panel, the camera reads the DX

code and sets the film speed auto-

matically.

The automatic film speed settings range

from ISO 25 to 5000.

• When film with no DX code is loaded, the

film speed is automatically set to ISO 100.

• If “DX” is not displayed on the display panel,

be sure to set the ISO manually. (See page

23.)

To check the ISO of the film loaded in

the camera, set the position dial to

“ISO”.

“DX” or “ISO” and the speed of the film

loaded in the camera appear on the dis-

play panel.

7. Setting the film speed manually

Film with DX code

Position dial

Display panel

Film speed

R dial

Position dial

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8. Removing film

Once the film has been fully exposed

it is automatically rewound.

The numbers on the exposure counter

decrease while the film is rewinding.

Once the film is completely rewound,

the motor stops and “00” flashes on the

exposure counter.

Check that the motor has stopped

and that “00” is flashing on the expo-

sure counter, then open the camera

back and remove the film.

• Remove the film in a place out of direct sun-

light.

• Be sure to remove the film after rewinding it.

After the film has been rewound, the cam-

era will not operate until the camera back

has been opened.

• After removing the film, have it developed

as soon as possible.

• Note that if more photographs than the reg-

ular number of frames on the film have been

taken, the last frame may be cut during the

developing process.

<Rewinding mid-way through the

film>

To rewind film mid-way through the film,

first make sure that the main switch is

ON, and using a coin or a fingernail,

press the rewind button “R” on the base

of the camera (do not use a sharp point-

ed object for this purpose).

“ ” It is also possible to use the Custom Functions to prevent automatic rewind (page

88). Once the film has been fully exposed, film advance stops and the first and sec-

ond digits of the exposure counter flash alternately. Rewind as described in

<Rewinding mid-way through the film>.

“ ” It is possible to rewind and leave the film tip protruding from the film cartridge when

rewinding with the Custom Functions (page 88).

‘00’ flashes

Rewind

button “R”

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BASIC OPERATIONS

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The shutter release button operates

in two steps.

When the shutter button is half-

pressed, the viewfinder display turns

on and the autofocus and metering

functions are activated. When

pressed further (full pressure), the

shutter is released and the photo-

graph is taken.

• Before loading film, practice pressing the shutter release button to get used to the half-

pressed position.

• To prevent camera shake, use a smooth motion when pressing the shutter release button.

The main switch is used to turn the

power on and off and to activate the

AEL (AE lock) mode.

• Set the main switch at the click position to

prevent accidental operation.

OFF: When the red mark is not visible

The camera's power is off.

ON: The camera's power is on.

AEL: Use this when you want to lock

the exposure (AE lock). It is often used

when photographing backlit subjects. It

is also used when a subject that is con-

stantly lit moves through a background

with varied brightness values. (page 60)

If no action is taken, the panel is cleared

automatically after 16 seconds to

reduce power consumption. The follow-

ing occurs in the wait state.

The display in the viewfinder is cleared.

The aperture and shutter speed values

in the display panel are cleared.

The F and R dials cannot be used.

The display is activated again when the

shutter button is half-pressed.

“ ” The power hold time in Custom

Functions may be changed (page

87).

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1. Main switch 2. Shutter release button

Power ON

Waiting

Display panel

“OFF”

“ON”

Red mark

“AEL”

Shutter

release button

Half pressure

Full

pressure

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The position dial may be set at any

one of five positions - “ ” (white),

“ ” (green), “SET”,

“ISO”, or “CF”.

<1. Photography>

The “ ” (white) and “ ” (green) settings are for photography.

“ ” (white): Stores the current photography mode (focus, exposure, metering,

drive) in memory. When the main switch is set to ON, the camera

begins operation in the previously set mode.

“ ” (green): The same combination of photography modes (focus, exposure,

metering, drive) is selected each time the main switch is set to

ON.

When shipped from the factory the modes are focusing mode “ ”, exposure mode

“ ”, metering mode “ ”, and drive mode “ ”.

The details of each mode may be altered as necessary (page 31, 37).

<2. SET>

Setting details for “ ” (green).

<3. ISO>

Checking film speed, and setting film speed manually.

<4. CF>

Setting “ ” (Custom Functions) (page 86).

The F dial (front command dial) and R dial (rear command dial) are used for a

variety of settings.

F dial (front command dial)

• Exposure correction settings

• Selecting the photography mode

(focusing mode, exposure mode,

metering mode, drive mode).

• ABC settings

• Internal flash metering correction

• “” Custom function settings

R dial (rear command dial)

• Shutter speed settings

• Selecting the photography mode

(focusing mode, exposure mode,

metering mode, drive mode).

• Film speed settings

• “” Custom function settings

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3. Position dial 4. F and R dials

R dial

F dial

Position dial

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Set the main switch to ON and set

the position dial to “ ” (white)

or “ ” (green).

Press the mode button.

“Focusing mode details” appears on the

display panel and the current focusing

mode flashes.

Turn the F dial to the desired

focusing mode. The selected

focusing mode flashes (select the

focusing mode details).

Turn the R dial in the direction of

the arrow to display “Exposure

mode details”.

“Exposure mode details” appears on the

display panel, and the current exposure

mode flashes.

Turn the F dial to the desired

exposure mode. The selected

exposure mode flashes (select the

exposure mode details).

The mode button is used to select

the focusing mode, exposure mode,

metering mode, or drive mode.

Press the “MODE” button and set with

the F or R dial as necessary.

[Mode details]

<1. Focusing mode>

• : Single autofocus (page 41)

Used for general photography, e.g. photographing stationery subjects.

• : Continuous autofocus (page 41)

Used for continuous photography of moving subjects.

• : Manual focus (page 44)

Used for manual focusing.

<2. Exposure mode>

• : Aperture priority auto (page 51). Used for automatic photography with a

fixed aperture.

• : Shutter priority auto (page 52). Used for automatic photography with a

fixed shutter speed.

• : Program auto (page 53). Used for automatic photography without inter-

vention by the user.

• : Manual exposure (page 55). Used for photography with the exposure

(aperture and shutter speed) controlled by the user.

<3. Metering mode> (page 48)

• : Evaluative metering • : Center-weighted average metering

• : Spot metering

<4. Drive mode> (page 45)

• : Single frame photography

A single photograph is taken, and the film advanced and stopped, with each press

of the shutter button.

• : Continuous photography

Continuous photography at a maximum rate of approximately 2.3 frames per sec-

ond while the shutter button is pressed. (The rate varies with shutter speed, film

speed, whether or not data back is used, and the state of the batteries.)

• : Selftimer photography (page 65)

Used for selftimer photography.

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5. Mode button and mode details 6. Selecting the mode ( )

Mode button

focusing mode, exposure mode,

metering mode, drive mode

Focusing mode details

F dial

R dial

Exposure mode

details

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Used for ABC setting (page 62). Press

the ABC button, and set with the F dial.

This button may also be used for flash

correction (page 75).

Used for focus lock during autofocusing

(page 43).

Also used for one-shot autofocus with

manual focusing (page 45).

Selects first curtain synchronization

(NORMAL) or second curtain synchro-

nization (page 84). Normally set to

“NORMAL”.

Turn the R dial in the direction of

the arrow to display “Metering

mode details”.

“Metering mode details” appears on the

display panel, and the current metering

mode flashes.

Turn the F dial to the desired

metering mode. The selected

metering mode flashes (select the

metering mode details).

Turn the R dial in the direction of

the arrow to display “Drive mode

details”.

“Drive mode details” appears on the dis-

play panel, and the current drive mode

flashes.

Turn the F dial to the desired

drive mode. The selected drive

mode flashes (select the drive mode

details).

Press the mode button to

return to the normal display.

The details of the selected modes are

displayed, and setting is complete.

• Setting may also be completed by half-

pressing the shutter button.

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7. ABC/ button

8. Focus button

9. Sync switch

ABC/ button

Focus button

Sync switch

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SIMPLE SHOOTING

PROCEDURE

USING THE “ ” (GREEN) SETTING

ON THE POSITION DIAL

Used the “ ” (green) position for simple photography. This setting is recom-

mended if you are using a camera for the first time, or if you wish to take pho-

tographs without worrying about aperture and shutter speed settings.

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The mode details for “ ” (green) on

the position dial are changed as

described below. Create your own

mode details as required for your

unique type of photography.

Set the main switch to “ON”, and

set the position dial to “SET”.

The mode details appear on the display

panel, and the current focusing mode

details flash.

Set the F dial to the desired

focusing mode. The selected

focusing mode flashes.

Set the R dial to the desired expo-

sure mode. The selected expo-

sure mode appears on the display

panel. Set the F dial to the desired

exposure mode. The selected expo-

sure mode details flash on the dis-

play panel.

Set the R dial to the desired metering

mode and drive mode details in the

same way. The desired mode details

flash on the F dial.

Set the position dial to “ ”

. The

mode details are now changed.

Set the main switch to “ON”, and

turn the position dial to “ ”

(green).

The camera is set to the following

modes when shipped from the factory.

Focusing mode :

Exposure mode :

Metering mode :

Drive mode :

• The mode details appear on the display

panel. If the display differs from the mode

details shown above, reset in accordance

with <Changing details for “ ” (green)

position> on the next page.

Push the focusing frame select

lever to select the central portion.

The selected position appears on the

display panel. The selected focus frame

flashes red once in the viewfinder.

Point the focus frame in the cen-

ter of the viewfinder towards the

subject and half-press the shutter

button.

When the subject is focused the

focus frame at the center of the

viewfinder flashes red once, a beep

is heard, and the “ ” mark indicat-

ing focusing is lit in the viewfinder.

Press the shutter button to take

the photograph.

Using the “ ” (green) setting on the position dial

(In the “ ” (green) position on the position dial, the same combination of photogra-

phy modes (focusing, exposure, metering, drive) are selected when the main switch

is set to ON.)

Focus indicators

Viewfinder

Display panel

F dial

R dial

Position

dial

Display panel

Position

dial

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This camera has five focusing frames:

the frame at the center of the picture,

and four peripheral frames positioned

diagonally.

The most appropriate frame for the posi-

tion of the subject is selected.

When the auto select mode is switched,

the selected focusing frames flash red

once.

Select the desired focusing frame using

the manual select lever. Select the diag-

onally opposite focusing frame by mov-

ing the lever in that direction.

Push the lever to select the center

focusing frame. The camera is focused

at the selected point.

• Select the focusing frame while the display

in the viewfinder is lit. The frame position

cannot be changed unless the viewfinder is

lit. (Half-press the shutter button to display

the content of the viewfinder (page 11).)

“ ” Locking a selected frame

A lock may be applied to prevent acci-

dental movement of the selected focus

frame while setting custom functions

(page 87). When making this setting,

select the frame with the focusing frame

select lever while pressing the “LIGHT”

button.

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FOCUSING

This camera offers two types of focusing: autofocus (AF), in which the camera

adjusts the focus automatically, and manual focus (MF) in which the user

adjusts the focus manually.

There are two AF modes: “SAF” (single AF) which is convenient for general

photography when photographing stationary subjects, and “CAF” (continuous

AF) which comes in handy for taking photographs of moving subjects. Use them

according to the subject and scene.

1. Selecting focus frames

AF supplementary If the subject is dark, or contrast is so low that it is dif-

ficult to focus, it is illuminated automatically with AF supplementary light to

increase the precision of autofocusing. The center of the viewfinder is illumi-

nated. The effective distance of AF supplementary light is approximately 4m.

Focus frame

(select one of five)

Display in viewfinder

Focusing frame select lever

Viewfinder

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The autofocus mechanism is activated when the shutter button is half-pressed

while the focus dial is at the “SAF” or “CAF” position.

The focusing frame selected when the shutter button is half-pressed lights red

momentarily. After the distance is measured, the frame for which the focus was

adjusted lights red momentarily.

Set the focus dial to "SAF" (single

autofocus) or "CAF" continuous

autofocus).

• See page 31 for setting details.

Selecting a focus frame for focus-

ing.

Select the focus frame with the focusing

frame select lever (page 39).

Point the selected focus frame in

the viewfinder at the subject to be

focused, and half-press the shutter

button. The subject is focused auto-

matically and the selected focus

frame flashes red once, a beep is

heard (*), and the “ ” mark indicat-

ing focusing is lit in the viewfinder.

“” lit : Focused

“” flashing : Cannot focus

* The beep is emitted only with SAF.

“ ” It is possible to make settings without

the beep (page 87)

Now press the shutter button all

the way in to take the picture.

“SAF”

(

single autofocus

This mode is recommended for general photography (still life, portraits,

landscapes, etc.).

Half-press the shutter button to focus. Once the subject is in focus, the focus is

locked at that position.

• The shutter cannot be released if the subject is not in focus.

• It is not possible to focus on the desired subject if “ ” is flashing. Focus on a different

object at the same distance as the subject, lock the focus, then recompose and photo-

graph the original subject. (Page 42)

• If “ ” is flashing but you want to take the photograph anyway, the shutter can be

released by pressing the shutter button while pressing the focus button.

• When the drive mode is set to “C”, the focus is locked at the first focusing distance and

remains at that set distance for subsequent photographs.

<“CAF” (continuous autofocus)>

This mode is recommended for photographing moving subjects.

When the shutter button is half-pressed, the focus is adjusted continuously.

Check that the subject is in focus before taking the picture.

• In the “C” (continuous shooting) mode, the focus is continuously adjusted as you shoot.

• In this mode, the shutter is released when the shutter button is pressed, even if “ ” is

flashing.

• In some instances, depending on the movement or change in the subject position, the

camera may not be able to keep the subject in focus during continuous shooting.

2. Focusing in the autofocus mode

Focus indicators

Focus frame

Focusing frame

select lever

Focus frame

When using lenses fitted with the dual focusing mechanism, manually turning

the distance ring while the “ ” mark indicating focusing is lit and the SAF

focusing mode is selected automatically selects the dual focusing mecha-

nism for fine focus adjustment.

Display panel

Viewfinder

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❖ In the “CAF” (continuous autofocus) mode

Point the camera at the subject on which you want to focus, position

the subject within the focusing frame, then half-press the shutter but-

ton.

The focus is adjusted continuously while the shutter button is half-pressed.

Check that the focus display in the viewfinder is lit, then press the

focus button.

The focus is locked when the focus button is pressed.

Still pressing the focus button, position the camera to achieve the

desired composition.

The focus is locked as long as the focus button is pressed.

Press the shutter button all the way in to take the picture.

For the subjects described below, the camera may not be able to focus auto-

matically and the “ ” (focusing not possible) display may flash. In such cases,

either use the focus lock function to first focus on a different object at the same

distance as the subject or adjust the focus in the manual focus mode.

Extremely bright or extremely dark subjects.

Subjects which have little or no contrast.

When the sun or other strong light sources are within or near the focusing

frame.

When there are two or more subjects at extremely different distances within

the focusing frames.

A very small subject in relation to the focus frame.

Subjects with repeating patterns.

When the ambient light level is very low or an ND or polarizing filter is used.

If the subject is not within a focusing frame with the desired composition, use

the procedure described below to lock the focus on that subject.

❖ In the “SAF” (single autofocus) mode

Point the camera at the subject on which you want to focus, position

the subject within a focusing frame, then half-press the shutter button.

The focus is adjusted automatically. When the subject is in focus, the focus dis-

play (“ ”) lights in the viewfinder and the focus is locked at that position.

Still half-pressing the shutter button, position the camera to achieve

the desired composition, then press the shutter button all the way in to

take the picture.

• The focus is locked as long as the shutter button is half-pressed, so it does not change

when the camera is repositioned.

• The focus lock is canceled when you release your finger from the shutter button.

Half-press

Example: Center focus frame selected.

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<One-shot autofocus>

When a lens fitted with the dual focus mechanism is

used the autofocus mechanism can be used while in

the manual focusing mode. To use autofocusing,

press the focus button. The camera adjusts the focus

automatically while the focus button is pressed, and

when the subject is in focus the focus is locked in that

position (SAF: focusing with single autofocus).

Use for one-shot autofocus.

“ ” The focusing method may be changed to CAF (contin-

uous autofocus) (page 88).

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Set the focus dial to “MF” (see page

31 for details).

Adjust the focus by turning the lens'

focus ring manually.

The image on the matte surface is

clearly visible when the subject is in

focus, blurry when subject is out of

focus.

The focus display in the viewfinder with manual focusing displays the distance

measured for the selected focusing frame.

• When the object in the selected focusing frame is in focus, the focusing frame lights red.

Picture is in focus. Picture is not in focus.

“ ” lit : Focused on subject

No display : Not focused on subject

“ ” flashing : Cannot focus

“”

“” “”

“”

single

frame

mode

When the shutter but-

ton is half-pressed, the

focus is adjusted. Once

the subject is in focus,

the focus is locked at

that position (focus

lock).

• The shutter cannot

be released if the

subject is not in

focus.

The focus is adjusted

continuously while the

shutter button is half-

pressed.

• The shutter can be

released even if the

subject is not in

focus.

The focus is

adjusted by turning

the lens' focus ring

by hand.

“”

continuous

shooting

mode

Focusing is performed

in the same way as in

the single frame mode.

In the continuous

shooting mode, the

focus is locked at the

distance at which the

first frame (photograph)

was exposed and

remains at that position

for subsequent frames.

Focusing is performed

in the same way as in

the single frame mode.

In the continuous

shooting mode, the

focus is readjusted for

each new frame of film

exposed.

3. Focusing manually

Focusing button

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It is not necessary to set both the lens and the camera to MF when using manu-

al focus on a lens incorporating an AF/MF select switch with the NX. When set-

ting the camera to AF (SAF or CAF)

AF or MF may be selected immediately with the switch on the lens. When the

camera is set to MF, setting the switch on the lens to AF allows use of one shot

autofocus.

Operation with each combination is as shown below. Select the appropriate

combination for your photography.

Operation in SAF

mode. Focus is

locked while the

focus button is

pressed.

Operation in CAF

mode. Focus is

locked while the

focus button is

pressed.

AF operation is not

possible with the

shutter button. One

shot autofocus possi-

ble with the focus

button.

• Fine adjustment is

not possible with

the focus ring fol-

lowing AF opera-

tion.

Manual focus with focus ring.

• After focusing with AF, set the lens to MF for

fine focus adjustment. One shot autofocus

not possible with the focus button.

MF using the focus

ring for focusing.

• One-shot AF is not

possible using the

focus button.

Setting on lens

Camera focusing mode setting

* To indicate the setting (SAF or CAF) on the camera, the display panel shows focus mode

is set display with auto power OFF displays the setting on the camera.

[Display example] Lens set to MF, camera set to SAF

Lens setting Power hold

Auto power OFF

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SELECTING THE METERING

MODE

This camera is equipped with three metering modes: evaluative metering, cen-

ter-weighted average metering, and center divided partial metering. See page

31 for setting details.

To achieve highly effective photographs with higher precision, read “Types of

metering modes and their features” on the next page carefully and select the

metering mode according to the shooting conditions and your desire to achieve

a certain exposure effect.

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With evaluative metering, the picture is divided into

five sections, as illustrated. The autoexposure sys-

tem calculates the appropriate exposure based on

an analysis of subject conditions and positioning.

Because of this, evaluative metering can be

used not only for general photography but

also when the subject is lit from behind, with

virtually no exposure compensation or adjust-

ment required.

“ ” The exposure meter in the viewfinder may

be changed to display evaluative metering

and center-weighted average metering, or

the difference between center divided par-

tial metering and the measured value.

<Center-weighted average metering)

( mark)>

In this mode, the light is measured with emphasis

on the brightness of the subject at the center of

the viewfinder. To a certain extent it also takes into

consideration the brightness of the area surround-

ing the center to determine the exposure value.

This mode can be used for general photogra-

phy but also for easily determining the expo-

sure for subjects in motion.

(

mark)

Only the brightness value of the subject corre-

sponding to an area of approximately 5% of the

scene is measured.

Use spot metering when the difference between

the brightness value of the subject and the

background is high. A good example is people

lit from behind or standing in spotlights on

center stages. It can also be used for making

very selective readings of specific areas within the

scene.

This table shows the mutual relationship between aperture, shutter speed and

EV (exposure value). For example, when using ISO 100 film and an 50mmF1.4

lens in the average metering mode, the automatic metering range is the range

indicated by the points where the line extending diagonally from “16” (the Planar

T *50 mm minimum aperture is F16) and “1.4” (the maximum aperture) on the

aperture table's ISO 100 section intersects with the vertical line (the EV line)

and horizontal line (the shutter speed line). Thus, that is EV “0” to EV “20”.

* The EV expresses the combinations of aperture and shutter speed that achieve the same

exposure effect on film. For example, the table shows that at EV 13 the same exposure

effect can be achieved at F16 at 1/30 and F8 at 1/125 second. While the EV represents

an equivalent exposure the image effects of faster and slower shutter speeds and larger

and smaller apertures differ.

6400

3200

1600

800

400

200

100

ISO

1.4

2.8

1.4

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

1.4

5.6

2.8

5.6

2.8

5.6

1/2000

1/1000

1/500

1/250

1/125

1/60

1/30

1/15

1/8

1/4

1/2

1/4000

2120191817161514131211109876543210

1. Types of metering modes and their features 2. Metering range

Center divided partial metering

The autoexposure system in the camera

measures light in a shutter speed range

of 32 seconds to 1/4000 second in the

auto exposure mode.

The parts indicated in color within the

range indicate the automatic metering

range when using ISO 100 film and an

F1.4 lens.

Center-weighted average metering

Center divided partial metering range

Evaluative metering

Metering sensitivity chart

Image

field bottom

Image field

top

Image

field bottom

Image

field top

Difference between center-weighted aver-

age metering and the measured value.

Metering sensitivity chart

Image field

bottom

Image field top

Exposure meter in viewfinder

shutter speed (second)

EV value

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Set the exposure mode lever to

“AV”.

See page 31 for setting details.

Turn the lens’ aperture ring to set

the aperture, then take the pic-

ture.

The aperture you have set and the auto-

matically selected shutter speed are

indicated on the display panel and the

viewfinder.

<1. Taking photographs with the aperture priority mode “Av”

(aperture priority auto exposure)>

(Av is the abbreviation of “Aperture value”, and is the degree of aperture)

for “Aperture value”.)

In this mode, when the aperture is set the camera automatically sets the

shutter speed for a correct exposure.

Example 1: When photos are taken with a larger aperture, the zone of sharpness (* Depth

of Field, page 68) is narrowed. Use a larger aperture when you want the sub-

ject to stand out against a less sharp background.

Example 2: When photos are taken with a small aperture, the zone of sharpness (* Depth

of Field, page 68) is increased. Use a small aperture when you want both the

subject and the background to be sharp.

APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHIC

TECHNIQUES

This camera allows for a wide range of creative possibilities.

1. Autoexposure photography

Example 1: Large aperture Example 2: Small aperture

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<3. Taking photographs in the program auto mode “P” (program

auto exposure) mode>

In this mode, the camera automatically selects the combination of the

aperture and shutter speed most suitable for the brightness of the subject.

This mode is convenient when you want to take photographs easily with-

out worrying about the exposure settings.

Set the exposure mode to “P”.

See page 31 for setting details.

Take the photograph.

The aperture value selected automati-

cally by the camera, and the shutter

speed, are displayed on the display

panel and in the viewfinder.

The aperture and shutter speed combinations with program auto are shown in

the diagram below. The program line moves with the focusing distance of the

lens in use (set to ISO100 with an F1.4/50mm lens).

Set the exposure mode to “Tv”.

See page 31 for setting details.

Turn the R dial to set the shutter

speed and take the photograph.

The aperture scale may be set at any

position.

The set shutter speed and automatically

set aperture value are displayed on the

display panel and in the viewfinder.

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<2. Taking photographs with shutter speed priority settings “Tv”

(shutter priority auto exposure) mode>

(“Tv” stands for “Time value”.)

When the shutter speed is set the camera automatically sets the aperture

in accordance with the brightness of the subject. Suitable for photography

of moving subjects.

Adjust the shutter speed to your application while referring to the examples below.

Example 1 : To freeze the action of a moving subject, set a fast shutter speed.

Example 2 :To express the movement of water, for example, set a slow shutter speed.

• When using a slow shutter speed, use a tripod to prevent camera shake.

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

F16

F11

F5.6

F2.8

F1.4

32”

16”

8”

4”

2”

1”

1/2

1/4

1/8

1/15

1/30

1/60

1/125

1/250

1/500

/1000

/2000

/4000

Example 1: Fast shutter speed Example 2: Slow shutter speed

Set the shutter speed.

Set to “P”.

Display panel

Automatically set aperture and shut-

ter speed displayed.

shutter speed (second)

EV value

aperture value

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<1.Taking photographs with the exposure set manually “M” (man-

ual exposure) mode>

In this mode, you set the aperture and shutter speed yourself. This mode

can also be used to intentionally achieve over- or under-exposure effects.

Refer to the exposure meter display in the viewfinder to set the exposure.

Set the exposure mode to “M”.

See page 31 for setting details.

Set the aperture and shutter

speed, and take the photograph.

The aperture is set with the lens aper-

ture ring, and the shutter speed is set

with the R dial.

The set shutter speed and aperture are

displayed in the viewfinder and on the

display panel.

The exposure meter in the viewfinder

displays the difference with the standard

exposure. Change the shutter speed or

lens aperture to obtain “Recommended”

on the exposure meter display

Over-exposure warning

Shutter speed “4000” flashes during aperture priority auto photography,

“Minimum aperture value” for the attached lens flashes during shutter priority

auto photography, and shutter speed “4000” flashes during program priority auto

photography, to warn of over-exposure. As the subject is too bright, adjust the

aperture or shutter speed until the flashing display is lit continuously. Optional or

other commercially available ND filters (light reduction filters) may also be used

for this adjustment.

Under-exposure warning

Shutter speed “32" ” flashes during aperture priority auto photography,

“Maximum aperture value” for the attached lens flashes during shutter priority

auto photography, and shutter speed “32" ” flashes during program priority auto

photography, to warn of under-exposure. As the subject is too dark, increase the

brightness of the subject, or change the shutter speed and aperture until the

flashing display is lit continuously. Note that the use of the internal flash, or a

separate flash, improves the brightness and clarity of photographs.

•

The shutter button may be pressed even when the over or under-exposure warning is dis-

played.

“32" ” flashes “32" ” flashes“Maximum aperture”

flashes

Under-exposure

warning

Under-exposure

warning

Under-exposure

warning

“4000” flashes “4000” flashes“Minimum aperture”

flashes

Over-exposure

warning

Over-exposure

warning

Over-exposure

warning

<><>

2. Manual exposure photography

3EV or more under 1EV over

Exposure meter display example

Recommended

Display in viewfinder

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<2.Using the bulb exposure

mode buLb>

Use the bulb mode for nighttime or

astronomical photography requiring

long exposure times.

Set the exposure mode to “M”.

See page 31 for setting details.

Turn the R dial to “buLb”.

Set the aperture with the lens

aperture ring, and take the photo-

graph.

The shutter is released and the film is

exposed while the shutter button is

pressed.

• To prevent the camera from shaking, either

fix it to a tripod or place it on a stable sur-

face, and connect a separately sold LA type

cable switch to the camera and use it when

taking the picture.

• While the film is being exposed, the display

panel’s exposure counter switches to a

timer display indicating the elapsed bulb

shooting time. The counter counts from “00”

to “59” (59 seconds), then starts over from

“00”.

• The entire viewfinder display remains off

while the film is being exposed.

[Taking photographs with exposure compensation in the manual

exposure mode]

The exposure compensation appears

on the display panel.

The “+/-” exposure compensation

mark flashes in the viewfinder.

The exposure difference obtained

with the aperture and shutter speed

combination set for the camera is dis-

played in relation to the set exposure

compensation value on the exposure

meter in the viewfinder.

The “M” mark indicating the manual

exposure mode is displayed in the

viewfinder.

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Display panel

Exposure compensation display

Exposure meter in viewfinder

Manual exposure display

Exposure difference display

“+/-” flashes

Display panel

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Example

When the subject is lit from behind

Compensate within the range of “+1/3

EV or +1/2 EV to +3 EV”.

In the average metering mode, when

the percentage of the picture occupied

by a bright background is large (for

example people with a light, a bright sky

or the sea behind them, people in front

of a window, etc.), the people tend to be

under-exposed and appear as dark sil-

houettes. In such cases, compensate

the exposure within the range of +1/3

EV or +1/2 EV to +3 EV to increase the

exposure on the main subject.

When the background is dark

Compensate within the range of “-1/3

EV or -1/2 EV to -3 EV”.

When the percentage of the picture

occupied by a dark background is large

(people standing in spotlights, etc.), if

the photograph is taken in the average

metering mode the people tend to be

over-exposed. In such cases, compen-

sate the exposure within the range of -

1/3 EV or -1/2 EV to -3 EV to reduce the

exposure.

When the correct exposure cannot be obtained for the primary subject

due to extreme differences in brightness between the subject and back-

ground, or when deliberate over or under-exposure is required, exposure

can be compensated using the three methods described below.

<1. Setting exposure compensation manually (with Av, Tv, P)>

Turn the F dial to set the amount of exposure compensation.

Compensation may be set in 1/3 EU steps within a range of +3EV~-3EV.

The set compensation appears in the

display panel, and the compensation

and the “+/-” mark are displayed in the

exposure meter in the viewfinder.

• Always return the exposure compensation

value to “0” when photography is complete.

The exposure compensation remains until

the main switch is turned OFF.

• Be careful to ensure that the compensation

value is not changed accidentally.

• See page 56 for details of the exposure

compensation display in the manual expo-

sure mode.

“ ” The exposure compensation may be set to remain until cleared (page 88).

“ ” Press the “LIGHT” button while turning the F dial to prevent exposure compensation

being changed accidentally (page 88).

“ ” Exposure compensation is changed in half-steps (page 87).

3. Taking photographs with exposure compensation

Exposure mode What is compensated

Aperture priority auto (Av) Shutter speed

Shutter priority auto (Tv) Aperture

Program auto (P) Aperture and shutter speed

Example : Setting a compensation

value of -2/3EV.

Display panel

Exposure meter in viewfinder

1/2EV step display

(+ compensation)

(no compensation)

(- compensation)

(no compensation)

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Reposition the camera for the desired composition, then take the pic-

ture.

• When the exposure is locked, the exposure remains in the memory and photographs can

be taken as many times as you want with the same exposure value. To save energy, the

mark turns off after 16 seconds.

• In the continuous shooting mode (drive mode “C”) the exposure can be locked on a mov-

ing subject so that it is possible to take multiple photographs with the same exposure

regardless of changes in the background.

• When AE Lock is set the camera stores the exposure determined by the combination of

the shutter speed and aperture. In the “Av” mode, if the aperture is changed after the

exposure is locked, the shutter speed is shifted so that the overall exposure remains con-

stant.

• If the position of the exposure compensation dial is changed while the exposure is locked,

the exposure compensation changes, depending on the exposure mode, as shown below.

“ ” Half-press the shutter button to change to “AE lock”. (page 87)

<2.Taking photographs with the AE lock>

AE lock allows you to hold a certain exposure value even if the light

changes or the composition is altered. It allows you to customize exposure in

autoexposure modes. Use it when the subject is lit from behind or when you

want to take a series of photographs of a moving subject with a constant expo-

sure.

Point the camera so that the cen-

ter of the viewfinder is on the

area for which the exposure is

required, turn the main switch “ON”

and select “AEL”. The exposure is

then locked (AE lock).

When you want to set the exposure on

a select area within the frame, set the

center divided partial metering mode

then lock the exposure.

See page 31 for setting details.

• When the exposure is locked, the metering

mark in the viewfinder flashes.

• Set the AE lock mode while the display in

the viewfinder is lit.

Exposure mode What is compensated

Aperture priority auto (Av) Shutter speed

Shutter priority auto (Tv) Aperture

Program auto (P) Aperture and shutter speed

This locks the exposure (AE lock)

Metering mark

Viewfinder

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The exposure counter changes as fol-

lows to indicate the photography

sequence in the ABC Exposure mode.

Standard : Both digits flash.

Over : Left digit flashes

Under : Right digit flashes

Press the ABC button to set the

ABC mode.

The exposure counter and ABC mark

appear on the display panel, and the

exposure counter flashes in the

viewfinder.

Focus on the subject and press

the shutter button.

Photographs are taken with standard

exposure, over-exposure, and under-

exposure in the selected drive mode.

• To cancel during operation, set the ABC

compensation range to “0.0”.

• Always return the ABC compensation

range to “0.0” after the ABC Exposure

mode is terminated. The set ABC compen-

sation range is stored in memory until the

camera power supply is switched “OFF”.

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<3. Taking photographs with the Autobracketing Exposure Mode (ABC Exposure mode)>

The ABC Exposure mode can be used to take a series of three pho-

tographs with three exposures: standard, overexposed, and underex-

posed. This mode allows photography under very subtle lighting condi-

tions without the need to determine exposure. Continue pressing the shut-

ter button to catch that important shot.

* ABC stands for Automatic Bracketing Control.

In the ABC Exposure mode, the shutter speed and aperture are controlled for automatic

exposure compensation.

Press the ABC button to select

the ABC mode. The “ABC” and

“0.0”(compensation range) appear on

the display panel.

Turn the F dial to select the com-

pensation range.

The “0.3” (1/3EV), “0.5” (1/2EV) and

“1.0” (1EV) compensation ranges are

available.

ABC button

F dial

Power-saving display

ABC mark lights.

ABC mode is set.

The exposure counter and ABC

mark flash.

Example of viewfinder display

Drive mode ABC Exposure mode

S ABC Exposure mode set for each frame.

ABC Exposure mode set for three frames and then terminat-

ed.

ABC Exposure mode set with continuous photography after

ten seconds.

Exposure mode What is controlled

Aperture priority auto (Av) Shutter speed

Shutter priority auto (Tv) Aperture

Program auto (P) Aperture and shutter speed

Manual exposure (M) Shutter speed

Display panel

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For example, if the ABC Exposure is used at the 18th frame, the exposure

counter is as follows:

1st frame 2nd frame 3rd frame 4th frame

Focus position Standard Over Under (repeated)

Standard

Counter 18 19 20 21

Display Both left and Left flashing Right flashing Both left and

right flashing right flashing

• When used with exposure compensation in the ABC Exposure mode, the exposure value

is used as the base value for autobracketing.

• Metering is repeated for each photograph, and compensation determined for the metered

value at that time. It is recommended that the AE lock be set before beginning photogra-

phy if autobracketing without the effects of changing brightness is required.

• If the compensation range exceeds the compensation limits of the camera, photographs

are taken at the limit of the possible compensation values.

• If the main switch is turned “OFF” and “ON” again in the ABC Exposure mode, ABC pho-

tography begins again from the first frame for three frames.

• The flash cannot be used in the ABC Exposure mode.

“ ” The compensation sequence may be changed to over-exposure → standard expo-

sure → under-exposure (page 87).

Use this mode to include yourself in the photograph.

Set the drive mode to " ".

For instructions on setting the drive

mode, see page 31.

Adjust the focus, then press the

shutter button.

The selftimer is activated and the shut-

ter is released after 10 seconds. The

selftimer LED on the front of the camera

flashes while the selftimer is operating.

Standard UnderOver

Display panel

Set to selftimer mode

Selftimer LED

4. Using the selftimer

• When using the selftimer, light entering the viewfinder when the eye is moved away may

interfere with a correct reading of incident light. In such cases, fit the viewfinder shade

adapter to the viewfinder before taking photographs. (page 14)

• Use a tripod when taking photographs with the selftimer.

• The selftimer cannot be used when the bulb mode is set.

• If the shutter button is pressed after the selftimer has been activated, the selftimer time is

reset.

• To cancel the selftimer after it has been activated, turn the main switch off.

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The date and time are changed as follows.

Press the mode select button to display the date.

Press the select button until the item to be changed flashes.

Press the set button to change to the correct value.

(The seconds may be changed when “:” appears on the time display. Press the set but-

ton at the tone for accurate adjustment.)

When the time and date have been changed, press the select button

until the numbers no longer flash.

As a long-life lithium battery (CR2025) is used in the Data back, it only needs

to be replaced at 3-4-year intervals. As the battery deteriorates the date and

time display become faint, and the LCD no longer functions in the normal man-

ner. When this stage is reached, the battery should be replaced in the diagram

(battery replacement every 2 to 3 years is recommended if the Data back is

used frequently).

Remove the screw holding the

battery cover on the data back,

and open the cover.

With the + terminal of the new

battery facing outwards, place it

in the battery compartment and

replace the cover and screw.

• Always reset the date and time after replac-

ing the battery.

The date and time may be imprinted during photography in cameras fitted with

the data back. The separately available Contax Data Back D-11 may be fitted to

cameras not supplied with this option.

• The data back contains a battery when shipped from the factory.

Select the imprint mode.

A different mode is selected each time the mode select button is pressed.

Selection is in the following order.

Year Month Date → Date Hour Minute → ------ (No imprint) → Month Date Year

→ Date Month Year

Press the shutter button to take a photograph.

• The “ ” mark flashes at the top-right of the display window to indicate that the display

has been imprinted on the photograph.

• The “M” mark on the numbers indicates the month, and is not imprinted.

• Select ------ if the date or time is not required.

• The date or time is printed at the bottom-right of the photograph. If the photograph is

bright (e.g. white or yellow) in this area the numbers may be difficult to read.

Date Hour Minute Month Date Year

Year Month Date Date Month Year

No imprint

MODE select button

SELECT button

SET button

Warning

It is particularly important to ensure that the date battery

(CR2025) is kept out of the reach of children. Contact a

doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.

5. Date and time imprinting

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The camera back can be removed

and replaced with the separately

available D-11 data back (page 96).

Remove the camera back by pressing

down on the release pin.

Connect an LA type cable switch.

• When taking photographs using an LA type

cable switch and shooting automatically

without looking through the viewfinder, it

may not be possible to achieve the proper

exposure due to light entering through the

eyepiece. In such cases, fit the viewfinder

shade adapter to the viewfinder before tak-

ing the photograph (page 14).

• Do not use a commercially available

mechanical cable release with the cable

switch socket as it may result in a fault.

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When a lens is focused on the subject,

objects within a range in front of, and

behind, the subject are also in focus.

This range is referred to as the “depth of

field”.The aperture remains fully open in

the viewfinder, however when the aper-

ture stop-down button is pressed the

aperture is closed down to the previ-

ously set value to allow checking of

the depth of field and the fuzziness

of the background.

• The viewfinder becomes darker in accordance with the aperture value.

• Checking the exposure, and taking a photograph, with the aperture button pressed, will

not result in the standard exposure.

Depth of field for a given lens varies as follows.

Depth of field increases as the aperture is closed down, and is reduced as the

aperture is opened.

The depth of field is increased as the distance to the subject increases, and is

reduced as the distance to the subject decreases.

Depth of field for a subject in focus is greater behind than in front of the subject.

Depth of field is greater for lenses with short focal lengths, and shorter for lenses

with long focal lengths.

6. Checking the depth of field 7. Cable switch socket

8. Replacing the camera back

Aperture stop-down button

Cable switch socket

F1,4 F16

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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY

Use of the flash is recommended with indoor and night-time photography when

the shutter speed is 1/30 second or shorter. The camera incorporates the “TTL

direct metering” function for controlling the built-in flash automatically from the

camera when it is used together with a Contax TLA flash system.

When using the TLA360 flash, be sure to read “2. Taking photographs using a

Contax TLA360 flash” (page 78).

Refer to page 81 when using a non-dedicated flash with only an X contact.

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❖ M (manual), modes

• In the “M” mode, the shutter speed is not set automatically. Be sure to set it to 1/125 sec-

onds or slower.

• The set shutter speed is displayed in the viewfinder.

Set sync select switch to “NOR-

MAL”.

Set the aperture or shutter speed

in accordance with the following

table, and take the photograph.

• The “”mark flashes (twice per second) while the internal flash is charging. The shutter

will not operate while the internal flash is charging.

• If the light is adjusted following photography, the

“”mark flashes rapidly (four times per

second) for two seconds.

• If the

“”mark does not flash following photography, the subject is too far away result-

ing in under-exposure. Either move the camera closer to the subject, or open the aper-

ture, and take the photograph. The distance range for photography is reduced if using

reversal film, and photographs should be taken within the flash photography range shown

on the following page.

• Over-exposure may still occur even if the

“”mark flashes following close-up photogra-

phy. Photographs should be taken within the flash photography range shown on the fol-

lowing page.

• The ABC Exposure mode cannot be used with the flash.

• When drive mode “C”(continuous photography mode) is selected, the shutter operates

repeatedly only waiting for the flash to charge.

• Use ISO25 to 800 film (does not include exposure compensation).

When photography is complete, close the internal flash by pressing it.

<1. Taking photographs using the TTL auto flash function with the

internal flash>

The amount of light from the flash reflected off the subject onto the film is mea-

sured (TTL direct metering) to control the flash intensity.

When the internal flash is raised

manually the flash power supply

is switched ON and charging begins.

Once the flash is charged, the “ ”

mark lights in the viewfinder and the

shutter speed is set automatically as fol-

lows in accordance with the selected

exposure mode.

1. Taking photographs using the internal flash

Sync select switch

Metered value of ambient light Automatically set shutter speed Display

32 to 1/60 sec. 1/60 sec. “60” lit

1/60 to 1/125 sec. 1/60 to 1/125 sec. “60” to “125” lit

1/125 to 1/4000 sec. 1/125 sec. “125” flashes (*)

Set shutter speed Automatically set shutter speed Display

32 to 1/125 sec.

Set shutter speed

1/125 to 1/4000 sec. 1/125 sec. “125” lit

Metered value of ambient light Automatically set shutter speed Display

32 to 1/60 sec. 1/60 sec. “60” lit

1/60 to 1/125 sec. 1/60 to 1/125 sec. “60” to “125” lit

1/125 to 1/4000 sec. 1/125 sec. “125” lit

Exposure mode Aperture or shutter speed

P Set automatically by camera.

Av, M Set the aperture. Take the photograph at the set aperture.

The aperture is set automatically to the standard value for ambient

light. Closed down automatically in bright light.

❖ AV (aperture priority auto) mode

❖ Tv (shutter priority auto)

❖ P (program auto) mode

* “125” flashes to indicate overexposure. Close the aperture until the flashing ceases and

the LED is lit continuously.

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<2. Light compensation with the internal flash>

The internal flash may be used for light compensation with the camera in

the same way as exposure compensation. The compensation range is -3EV

to +1EV.

Raise the internal flash and press

the button to select the light

compensation setting mode.

Turn the F dial to set the compen-

sation value.

Press the button to set light

compensation.

“ ± ” is added to the display panel.

“ ± ” is displayed in the viewfinder.

• The set light compensation is saved in

memory until the camera is switched OFF

or the internal flash is retracted. Always

cancel the setting after photography with

light compensation.

• The compensation value is returned to

“0.0” after it is cancelled.

Check that “ ± ” is lit in the

viewfinder (charging complete)

before taking the photograph.

“ ” The flash may be set to reduce red-eye (*).

* The pupil of the eye may sometimes appear red (red-eye) when taking photographs of

people in dark locations. This setting reduces this problem.

• The flash is lit twice at approximately 0.7 second intervals, and the shutter operated

simultaneously with the second flash. Take care to ensure that the camera and the sub-

ject remain stationary after the first flash.

• The effects of red-eye reduction differ between individuals.

Range for internal flash photography (units in m)

• Illumination from the built-in flash is insufficient for use with the Vario-Sonnar 17-35mm

F2.8 lens. Use a Contax TLA flash (except the TLA200) with this lens.

• When the distance to the subject is greater than the range of the internal flash, the light

may not reach the subject and it will therefore be under exposed. In such cases, use an

external Contax TLA flash with a high guide number.

• The built-in flash cannot be used simultaneously with a Contax TLA flash fitted on the

accessory shoe.

• Close the internal flash before fitting a Contax TLA flash.

button

Display panel

Compensation setting mode

Compensation value set

Compensation setting completed

Display in viewfinder

ISO 100 ISO 400

F1.4 2.0 ~ 9.6 (m) 4.0 ~ 19.0 (m)

F2 1.4 ~ 6.7 (m) 2.8 ~ 13.4 (m)

F2.8 1.0 ~ 4.8 (m) 2.0 ~ 9.5 (m)

F4 1.0 ~ 3.3 (m) 1.5 ~ 6.6 (m)

F5.6 1.0 ~ 2.4 (m) 1.0 ~ 4.8 (m)

Film speed (ISO)

Aperture

• The angle of illumination of the built-in flash is such that the angle of view is covered

with a focal length of 28mm. When using wide-angle lenses of less than 28mm the

edges of the scene will appear darker.

• When using the built-in flash, always remove the hood before taking photographs.

Using the flash with the lens hood in place will restrict illumination of the scene, and

the shadow of the hood may appear in some photographs.

• Always stand at least 1m from the subject when using the built-in flash. Photographs

may appear darker if the distance to the subject is less than 1m.

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❖ M (manual exposure)

• The shutter speed is not set automatically with “M” selected. Always set to 1/125 sec. or

less.

• The set shutter speed is displayed in the viewfinder.

Set the aperture or shutter speed in accordance with the table below,

and take the photograph.

• If the light is adjusted following photography, the “”mark flashes for two seconds.

• If the

“”mark does not flash following photography the subject is under exposed.

Change the aperture and distance to the subject and take another photograph.

• Over-exposure may still occur even if the

“”mark flashes following close-up photogra-

phy. Photograph within the range described in the manual supplied with the flash unit.

• The ABC Exposure mode cannot be used with the flash.

• Check the flash performance when selecting drive mode “C” (continuous photography

mode).

• Use ISO 25~800 film (does not include exposure compensation).

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A Contax flash unit is controlled from the camera in the same way as an

internal flash to permit simple flash photography.

A flash unit separated from the camera is recommended when pho-

tographing subjects at a distance beyond the range available with the

internal flash.

<1. Taking photographs using the TTL auto flash function>

The amount of light from the flash reflected off the subject onto the film is mea-

sured (TTL direct metering) to control the intensity of the flash.

Fit the TLA flash to the camera

accessory shoe shown and

switch the flash power supply ON.

• The built-in flash cannot be used simultane-

ously with a Contax TLA flash fitted on the

accessory shoe.

Set the flash to the “TTL auto

mode”.

When the flash is charged the “ ”

mark is lit in the viewfinder and the shut-

ter speed is set automatically in accor-

dance with the camera exposure mode.

2. Taking photographs using a Contax TLA flash

Metered value of ambient light Automatically set shutter speed Display

32 to 1/60 sec. 1/60 sec. “60” lit

1/60 to 1/125 sec. 1/60 to 1/125 sec. “60” to “125” lit

1/125 to 1/4000 sec. 1/125 sec. “125” flashes (*)

Set shutter speed Automatically set shutter speed Display

32 to 1/125 sec. 32 to 1/125 sec. Set shutter speed

1/125 to 1/4000 sec. 1/125 sec. “125” lit

Metered value of ambient light Automatically set shutter speed Display

32 to 1/60 sec. 1/60 sec. “60” lit

1/60 to 1/125 sec. 1/60 to 1/125 sec. “60” to “125” lit

1/125 to 1/4000 sec. 1/125 sec. “125” lit

Exposure mode Aperture or shutter speed

P Set automatically by camera.

Av, M Set the aperture. Take the photograph at the set aperture.

The aperture is set automatically to the standard value for ambient

light. Closed down automatically in bright light.

❖ Tv (shutter priority auto)

❖ P (program auto)

* “125” flashes to indicate overexposure. Close the aperture until the flashing ceases and

the LED is lit continuously.

❖ Av (aperture priority auto)

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Auto setting of the angle of illumination

The flash’s angle of illumination is set automatically according to the focal

length of the lens mounted on the camera.

❖ Making the setting

Mount the flash on the camera’s

accessory shoe and turn it “on” the

flash. The angle of illumination is set

automatically according to the lens

mounted on the camera.

The flash display panel indicates the

automatically set angle of illumination

for the focal distance of a 35 mm lens.

• The focal length of the lens is set to 24 mm, 28 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, 70 mm or 85 mm.

• When a zoom lens is mounted, this function works automatically in conjunction with the

lens setting within the above range.

• If the lens is replaced when “AUTO ZOOM” is indicated on the flash, the angle of illumina-

tion is reset according to the new lens.

Manual setting of the angle of illumination

When the flash’s zoom button is pressed, the manual setting mode is set.

The zoom focal length switches each time the zoom button is pressed.

Display the desired focal distance on the display panel.

<2.Taking photographs using a Contax TLA360 flash>

The TLA360 flash has a guide number 36 (ISO 100/35 mm lens angle of

view). When used with this camera it offers the six functions described

below in addition to regular TTL auto flash photography.

• These functions can be used when the flash unit is directly attached to the accessory

shoe on the camera top.

The flash system is not automatically set when it is used off the accessory shoe and

through the TLA extension code or TLA lighting system.

• With Contax TLA flashes equipped with the auto flash function, the flash mount has five

contacts.

Auto set function

: The camera’s settings are automatically set for the

flash as well (after the flash is charged).

: The flash is not automatically set.

Auto setting of

film speed

Auto setting of

aperuture value

TTL auto

External metering

auto

Manual

Multi-flash

Function

Flash photography

mode

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Shoe stopper

The TLA360’s “mount” is equipped with

a shoe stopper that prevents the flash

from accidentally coming off the camera.

When attaching and removing the flash

from the camera, be sure to line up the

flash’s “mount” mark with the mark on

the shoe lock ring.

Fit the flash to the camera, select

“M” as the exposure mode, and

set the shutter speed to a maximum

of “X125”.

Set the aperture and take the pic-

ture.

Determine the aperture by following the

flash’s operating instructions.

• For non-direct contact flashes requiring

cords, connect the flash to the synchroniza-

tion terminal on the side of the camera.

Flash intensity compensation

This is available only in the TTL auto flash photography mode.

Compensation is not possible in other modes.

• The flash intensity can be compensated within the range of -3 EV to +1 EV in 1/3 EV

steps.

• The flash intensity is compensated in conjunction with the camera’s exposure compensa-

tion value. If for example the camera’s exposure compensation is “+1” and the flash’s

compensation is set to “+1”, the flash intensity compensation is “+2EV”.

Press the flash’s “SEL” button.

• The compensation scale appears on the display panel and the “+/-” mark flashes.

Use the flash’s “▲” and “▼” (up and down) buttons to set the compen-

sation scale to the desired value.

Press the “SEL” button again.

The “+/-” mark stops flashing, remaining lit, and the compensation is

set.

• The compensation scale on the flash’s display panel indicates the compensation value for

the flash.

• If the flash’s compensation value is set to “0” (no compensation), the compensation scale

turns off after 8 seconds.

“Auto off” and “auto on” functions

When the flash’s power switch is set to “auto off”, the flash’s power turns

off automatically after approximately 80 seconds. When the camera’s shut-

ter release button is half-pressed, the flash automatically turns on and

charging starts.

These functions help save power when using the flash for long periods of

time.

* The TLA360 is equipped with a variety of other functions as well. Be sure to read the

TLA360’s operating instructions to take advantage of all the flash photography possi-

bilities the TLA360 has to offer.

3. Taking photographs using other flashes with the X

contact

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<2. Daylight synchronization photography>

When taking photographs outdoors, for example of people in bright sun-

light or lit from behind, the people tend to be dark in the resulting photo-

graph. In such cases, photographs in which both the people and the back-

ground are well exposed can be achieved by using the internal flash or

the TLA flash in the TTL auto mode.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “P”

In bright scenes, the aperture and shutter speed are adjusted automatically and

the daylight synchronization mode is set.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “Tv”

In bright scenes, the aperture is adjusted automatically and the daylight syn-

chronization mode is set.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “Av”

If “125” flashes in the shutter speed indication after the flash is charged, the pic-

ture will likely be overexposed. Decrease the aperture so that a shutter speed of

under “125” is displayed, then take the picture.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “M”

When in the “M” mode, set the shutter dial to 1/125(✕125) or less. Adjust the

aperture so that the exposure meter in the viewfinder indicates that the expo-

sure is appropriate, then take the photograph.

<1. Slow synchronization photography>

Slow synchronization with the shutter speed set at 1/30 second or slower

less can be effective for shooting evening or night views using a flash.

Slow synchronization often adds more ambient light to the final picture.

When the TLA flash’s TTL auto mode is used, photographs can easily be

taken with slow synchronization.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “P” or “Av”

Determine the composition, then set the main switch to “AEL”. The shutter

speed is locked at the metered value of the ambient light. Check that the flash

is charged, then take the photograph.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “Tv”

Set the shutter speed to 1/30 sec. or less. Compose the picture and then set

the main switch to “AEL”. The aperture is locked at the metered value of the

ambient light. Check that the flash is charged, and then take the photograph.

❖ When the exposure mode is set to “M”

Set the shutter speed to 1/30 seconds or less. Adjust the aperture to set the

exposure to the metered value of the ambient light so that the exposure meter

indicates that the exposure is appropriate, then check that the flash is charged

and take the photograph.

•The shutter speed is slow when slow synchronization is used, so use a tripod to prevent

camera shake.

4. Flash photography techniques

Slow synchronization photography

Normal flash photography

Daylight synchronization photogra-

phy

When no flash is used

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Second curtain synchronization photography with a Contax TTL

auto flash

Set the sync select switch to

“”.

Check that the “ ” mark in the

viewfinder is lit (flash is charged),

and take the photograph.

• Exposure control is the same as for normal

flash photography (first curtain synchroniza-

tion).

<4. Use with exposure compensation>

The flash intensity is compensated in

conjunction with the camera's F dial

exposure compensation with TTL auto

flash photography. Use the F dial to

adjust flash intensity for maximum

effect.

8584

<3. Second curtain synchronization>

Taking photographs with second curtain synchronization is effective for

shooting moving subjects using slow synchronization.

Normally with flash photography the flash is emitted directly after the shutter’s

front curtain has finished traveling (first curtain synchronization).

When an internal flash or a Contax flash equipped with the second curtain syn-

chronization function is used, the flash can be triggered immediately before the

shutter's rear curtain begins movement (second curtain synchronization).

The “ghost” movement of the subject thus appears more natural.

Second curtain synchronization photography with the internal

flash

Set the sync select switch to

“”.

Check that the “ ” mark in the

viewfinder is lit (flash is charged),

and take the photograph.

• Exposure control is the same as for normal flash photography (first curtain synchroniza-

tion).

Second curtain synchronization

First curtain synchronization

Sync select switch

F dial

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This camera is equipped with the 20 custom functions, shown on the table

below. When the camera is first purchased, these are all set to the stan-

dard or “default” functions (standard setting number “0”). (Note that all the

explanations in this manual assume the detail numbers are set to “0”). To

change the custom functions, refer to “Setting custom functions” (page 89).

• When the custom functions are set, the camera’s functions and operating procedures

change. Read this section carefully and be sure to use these features to your best advan-

tage.

CUSTOM FUNCTIONS

The functions of this camera can be customized to match your shooting style.

As you work with this camera you will develop your own personal approach.

Standard set-

ting (0)

Power hold time

• Illumination time

also changed.

16 sec.

Changed set-

ting (1)

12 sec.

Changed set-

ting (2)

8 sec.

Changed set-

ting (3)

4 sec.

AE lock by half-

pressing the shut-

ter button

No AE lock AE lock on

Detail number

Function number

1. List of custom functions

Shutter time set-

ting step

1 Tv 1/2 Tv

Exposure compen-

sation step

1/3 EV 1/2 EV

Evaluative meter-

ing display

Exposure com-

pensation

value

Difference to the

center divided

partial metering

Difference to

center-weighted

average metering

ABC Exposure

order

Standard →

over → under

Over → stan-

dard → under

AF target setting

Focus frame

select lever

LIGHT button +

focus frame

select lever

AF supplementary

light

On Off

AF focus beep

On Off

Superimpose

when shutter but-

ton half-pressed

On Off

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Set the position dial to “CF”.

The display panel is as shown at left

(custom function setting mode).

Turn the R dial to select

“Function number”.

Turn the F dial to select “Detail

number”.

Set the position dial to a position

other than “CF”.

The custom function is set.

Return the dial to “ ” (white) or “ ”

(green) and take the photograph.

The display panel returns to the normal

display.

• To initialize all set functions, display

“CLE” as previously described in 2,

and set to a position other than “CF”.

2. Setting custom functions

Detail number

Function number

Detail number

Detail

Display panel

Function num-

ber

Custom function setting mode

Standard set-

ting (0)

Changed set-

ting (1)

Changed set-

ting (2)

Changed set-

ting (3)

Detail number

Function number

Superimpose

when focused

On Off

Rewind auto return

Auto return on Auto return off

Leave film tip

when rewinding

Film tip not left Film tip left

Selection of aper-

ture stop-down

button operation

Aperture

stopped down

while pressed

Aperture switches

between stopped

down and open

each time button

is pressed

Focus button

function in “MF”

mode

SAF CAF

Red-eye reduc-

tion with internal

flash

Off On

Exposure com-

pensation setting

(with Av, P)

F dial

F dial and

R dial

Exposure value

display when zoom

lens is fitted (*)

Align aperture

ring

Link to zooming

Continued exposure

compensation

Until power

supply OFF

Until setting

cancelled

Exposure com-

pensation setting

F dial

Set with F dial

while pressing

LIGHT button

CLE: Resetting cus-

tom functions

The custom functions ( ~ ) are always set to the standard settings.

• Note that if the exposure mode selector lever is set to any posi-

tion other than “CF” at this time, all the custom functions are

reset to the standard settings (i.e. to “0”).

* When using lenses for which the open aperture value (brightness) with zooming varies

(eg. Vario Sonnar 28-80mm F3.5-5.6), the actual aperture is controlled by the camera so

that it assumes the value set with the aperture ring, rather than being controlled by zoom-

ing. Set Custom Function to (1) to vary the aperture with zooming.

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Exposure is the act of exposing the film to light, thus converting brightness val-

ues in a scene to tonal values on film. Exposure is composed of the size of the

opening in the lens (the aperture) and the duration of time in which the light

passes through the lens to strike the film (the shutter speed.)

The camera adjusts the amount of light to which the film is exposed by adjusting

the length of time in which the shutter is open. The length of time that the shut-

ter is open is called the shutter speed.

The aperture is an opening in the lens. The amount of light passing through the

aperture to the film is adjusted by increasing or decreasing the diameter of the

opening. The size of this opening is called the aperture value.

The film speed indicates the extent to which the film reacts to light, and is

expressed as a figure determined by the ISO (International Standardization

Organization).

REFERENCE

1. Basic information on photography

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9392

If there seems to be a problem, check the following table before assuming

the camera is malfunctioning.

2. Troubleshooting

Cause

1. Nothing appears

on the display

panel

• No battery is

loaded.

• Battery is fully

spent.

• Battery is loaded

upside-down.

Solution

• Insert battery.

• Replace the bat-

tery with a new

one.

• Insert the battery

properly.

See page

Symptom

2. Battery mark

(“ ”) is flashing

• Battery is spent. • Replace the bat-

tery with a new

one.

3. Exposure counter

flashes “00” when

film is loaded and

camera back is

closed

• Film has not been

advanced proper-

ly.

• Reload the film. 20

4. Viewfinder display

is not clear

• Diopter is not

properly adjusted.

• Turn the diopter

adjustment dial to

adjust.

5. Shutter cannot be

released

• Drive mode is set

to the “selftimer”

mode.

• Internal flash is

charging.

• Switch to a differ-

ent drive mode.

• Wait until charging

is complete (i.e.

“ ” lit) before tak-

ing the photo-

graph.

Cause

6. Photographs are

blurry

• Focus is not prop-

erly adjusted.

• Camera is shak-

ing when shutter

button is pressed.

• Shutter speed is

slow.

Solution

• Adjust the focus

properly.

• Press the shutter

button gently so

that the camera

does not shake.

• Use a tripod.

See page

19, 27

Symptom

Shutter speed or

aperture value

flashes during auto

photography

• Subject is either

too bright or too

dark.

• Adjust the expo-

sure as described

on page 54.

9. Exposure counter

is flashing (other

than “00”)

• ABC mode is set. • Set ABC compen-

sation back to

“0.0”.

10. Metering mark

flashes when

shutter button is

half-pressed

• “AE lock on”

selected when

half-pressed.

• Set custom func-

tion to “2-0”.

7. Exposure com-

pensation mark is

displayed.

• Exposure com-

pensation is still

set.

• Set the exposure

compensation

back to “0.0”.

• Turn the main

switch OFF.

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The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed as described below.

• The shutter speed display indicates shutter speeds between “4000” (1/4000 second) and

“32" ” (32 seconds). When the camera's exposure mode is set to “Av” or “P”, the shutter

speed value with respect to the aperture is displayed in steps of 1/2, and when the expo-

sure mode is set to “Tv” or “M”, the set shutter speed value is displayed at every step

(may also be displayed in steps of 1/2 with modes “Tv” and “M” in the “CF” mode).

• The aperture value is displayed in steps of 1/2 within the aperture range of the currently

mounted lens. When operating with a precision of greater than 1/2 step, the closest value

is displayed. For example, when the aperture is 3.3, the aperture is displayed “3.5”.

3. Shutter speed and aperture value display

Shutter speed Aperture value

Av or P (displayed in steps

of 1/2Tv as custom function

with Tv and M)

Shutter speed set in modes

Tv and M

All modes

4000

2800

2000

1400

1000

700

500

350

250

180

125

0” 7

1”

1” 4

2”

2” 8

4”

5” 6

8”

11 ”

16 ”

22 ”

32 ”

4000

2000

1000

500

✕250

125

1”

2”

4”

8”

16 ”

32 ”

1.2

1.4

1.7

2.0

2.4

2.8

3.5

4.0

4.5

5.6

6.5

8.0

9.5

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MAIN ACCESSORIES

This section describes the main accessories for expanding the range of photo-

graphic possibilities.

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The Cable switch LA type can be used for close-up or tele photograph photog-

raphy when using a tripod or to release the shutter remotely from the camera. It

is especially suited for close-up or tele photograph photography because it elim-

inates the risk of camera shake when the shutter is released.

Photographs are taken using the cable switch’s shutter button (which also has a

half-press function). The slide switch offers convenience for extended exposures

and continuous shooting.

The cord length is 50 cm for the LA-50, 5 meters for the LA-500.

Insert the cable switch’s plug into the camera’s cable switch socket.

The cable switch’s shutter button functions in the same way as the camera’s

shutter button. Half-press it to measure the distance or light or to lock the focus,

press it all the way in to release the shutter.

When taking long-time exposures or using continuous advance, use the slide

switch for convenience. The shutter operates continuously when the slide switch

is pulled forward (when the red mark is visible), and closes (exposure stops)

when the switch is set back to its original position.

The D-11 is a quartz clock-controlled LCD data back mounted on the camera in

place of the Contax NX camera back.

The auto date mechanism allows automatic imprinting of the date and time on

the film.

Open the standard camera back, hold the release pin down, and

remove the back.

Insert the bottom of the shaft on the data back into the corresponding

hole in the camera, hold the release pin down, align the top of the

shaft with the corresponding hole in the camera, and release the pin. The

data back is now fitted to the camera.

Data back specifications

Type: Quartz clock-controlled (auto calendar) LCD data back

Imprint function: Year Month Date, Date Hour Minute, No imprint, Month Date Year, Date

Month Year

Imprint method: Automatic imprinting linked to shutter movement

Film speed setting: Automatic

Battery: 3V lithium (CR2025)

Dimensions: 139mm (width) x 62mm (height) x 12mm (depth)

Weight: 75g (excluding battery)

* Specifications and appearance liable to change without prior notice.

SET button

SELECT button

MODE select

button

Display window

1. Contax Data back D-11 2. Contax Cable switch LA type

Plug

Slide switch

Shutter button

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2. Load the batteries in the Power pack.

[P-8]

Insert four AA-size batteries in the battery case (supplied with the P-8

power pack) as shown, and fit to the P-8.

Place the P-8 main unit inside a jacket (case).

[P-8D]

Insert the batteries as described in the manual supplied with the P-8D.

3. Insert the plug on the power pack cord in the socket on the GP-1

adapter.

• When shooting, place the power pack in a thermal cover to prevent heat loss.

• When replacing batteries, do not mix different types of batteries, or old batteries with

new batteries. Replace all four batteries at the same time with new batteries of the

same type.

• When not using the power pack for a long period of time, remove the batteries from

the battery case to prevent leakage of battery fluid.

• Hold the plug when disconnecting. Do not pull on the cord.

■ P-8 specifications

Configuration: Power pack body, battery case, jacket (with strap), cord (1.5m).

Power supply: Four 1.5V AA-size alkali batteries, or four 1.2V AA-size NiH batteries

(cheap AA-size manganese batteries have insufficient capacity and should

not be used).

3. Contax Power pack P-8, P-8D

Battery case

GP-1

Battery case

Power pack

Jacket

(with strap)

The Power pack P-8 is an external power supply using four 1.5V LR6/AA

NiH batteries or four 1.2V LR6/AA Ni-Cd batteries. This pack allows the

camera to be used with a remote power supply kept in a warm place. This

prevents loss of battery performance due to the influence of cold working

conditions.

The Power pack P-8D is an external power supply using four 1.5V D-size

NiH batteries. Use it as required when large numbers of photographs are

to be taken.

* The separately available GP-1 Contax power pack adapter is required when using the P-

8D in conjunction with the Contax NX.

1. Fit the GP-1 Contax power pack adapter to the camera.

Remove the lithium batteries from the camera, insert the GP-1, and turn to

lock in place.

• Keep the battery cover in a safe place.

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■ Batteries and Films

Lens : VS28-80/3.5-5.6

Film : 24-exposure cartridge

Battery type : 1.5V AA-size alkali dry battery

Battery type : 5V AA-size lithium battery

101

The GP-1 adapter is used in combina-

tion with the Contax power packs P-8

and P-8D when used as external power

supplies for the Contax NX.

100

Battery type : 1.2V AA-size NiH battery (fully charged)

■ P-8D specifications

Type: Contax camera external power supply, cord (1.5m)

Power supply: Four 1.5V D-size dry batteries, or four 1.2V D-size NiH batteries (D-size

manganese batteries have insufficient capacity and should not be used).

Cord: Approximately 1.5m

Dimensions: 148mm (width) x 84mm (height) x 58mm (depth)

Weight: 160g (excluding batteries)

4. Contax Power pack adapter GP-1

Normal temperature (20°C) Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 20 rolls Approx. 12 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 10 rolls Approx. 6 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 8 rolls Approx. 4 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition A: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 16 seconds.

Normal temperature (20°C) Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 50 rolls Approx. 25 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 15 rolls Approx. 8 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 10 rolls Approx. 5 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition B: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 4 seconds.

Normal temperature (20°C) Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 30 rolls Approx. 25 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 15 rolls Approx. 12 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 10 rolls Approx. 8 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition A: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 16 sec-

onds.

Normal temperature (20°C)

Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 80 rolls Approx. 60 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 20 rolls Approx. 15 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 15 rolls Approx. 10 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition B: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 4 seconds.

Normal temperature (20°C) Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 60 rolls Approx. 25 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 25 rolls Approx. 15 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 15 rolls Approx. 12 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition A: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 16 seconds.

Normal temperature (20°C) Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 150 rolls Approx. 50 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 40 rolls Approx. 20 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 20 rolls Approx. 15 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition B: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 4 seconds.

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103

By extending or contracting the tip of

the case, the NX can be placed in the

case with the Data back D-11 and the

following Carl Zeiss T* lenses mounted

(645 mount lenses require the NAM-1

mount adapter).

102

This adapter allows the use of Contax 645 System lenses with the Contax NX.

Usable with all NX models.

1. Line up the body mount mark on the mount adapter with the camera’s lens

mark Insert, then turn in the direction of the arrow to mount.

2. Line up the mark on the lens (red) with the lens mount mark on the

adapter , then turn in the direction of the arrow to mount.

1. To remove the lens, slide the mount adapter’s release button , hold it there,

then turn the lens counterclockwise and remove it.

2. To remove the mount adapter, turn it counterclockwise while pressing the

camera’s lens release button.

5. Contax Mount adapter NAM-1 6. Contax Flexible case C-9

TipCase

Contracted

N mount lens

VS28-80/3.5-5.6

P50/1.4

645 mount lens

P80/2

Extended

VS70-200/3.5-4.5

VS24-85/3.5-4.5

VS17-35/2.8*

(* without hood)

S140/2.8

D55/3.5

C-9

Lenses (with one filter, lens cap, and hood (reversed))

* Use the C-8 flexible case (for the N1) when the MS100/2.8, VS70-300/4.0-5. 6, and 645

mount lens AMP 120/4, D45/2.8, D3.5/3.5 (* without hood) lenses are fitted.

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Viewfinder: Pentaprism eye-level (long-eye point)

• Field of view 93% • Magnification 0.78x

(with 50mm standard lens at infinity, -1D diopter)

Diopter correction: Eight different FL type lenses are available

Focusing screen: Fixed, full matte

Viewfinder display:

Focus frame, exposure counter/selftimer time/ABC shooting order/film

loading, flash mark, compensation mark, focus display, aperture value,

shutter speed, metering mark, exposure meter, exposure compensation

mark, manual exposure mark

Display panel: Exposure counter/selftimer time/ABC shooting order/bulb elapsed

time/film loading, battery mark, distance display, focus mode (manual

focus, single autofocus, continuous autofocus), exposure mode (manu-

al exposure, aperture priority auto, shutter priority auto, program auto),

metering display (center divided partial metering, center-weighted aver-

age metering, evaluative metering), drive mode (selftimer photography,

single-frame photography, continuous photography), DX/ISO mark, ABC

compensation mark, internal flash intensity compensation mark, aper-

ture value/ABC compensation/internal flash intensity compensation,

shutter speed/film speed/custom functions, exposure compensation, CF

mark

Film loading: Auto loading with automatic advance to exposure counter “01”

Film advance: Automatic with built-in motor

Film rewind: Automatic with built-in motor (with auto return/auto stop function), mid-

roll rewinding possible

Drive modes: Single frame, continuous, 10 sec. delay selftimer

Winding speed: Up to approximately 2.3 frames/sec. continuous shooting (“C” mode)

(using a new battery, at normal temperature, and based on Contax test-

ing standards)

Exposure counter:Auto reset additive type for display panel and viewfinder

Accessory shoe: Direct X contact (with TLA flash interlocking contacts)

Custom functions:See list of custom functions on page 86

Camera back: Opened and closed with camera back release lever, removable, with

film check window

Batteries: 3V lithium battery (CR2) x 2

Battery check: Auto check, indicated on display panel

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Type: 35mm focal plane type AF/AE single lens reflex camera

Picture size: 24 x 36mm

Lens mount: Contax N mount

Shutter type: Vertical travel focal plane shutter

Shutter speed: Av, Tv and P: 32~1/4000 sec.

M: 32~1/4000 sec. and bulb

X: 1/125 sec. (M mode)

Sync contact: X contact (synchronized at up to 1/125 sec.)

Direct contact and synchronization terminal included

Selftimer: Electronic type, 10 sec. delay

Shutter release: Electronic release, with dedicated cable switch socket

Exposure control: Aperture priority auto Shutter priority auto Program auto

Manual exposure TTL auto flash

Metering system: TTL evaluative metering, center-weighted average metering, or center

divided partial metering selectable

Metering range (ISO 100, F1.4):

Evaluative metering : EV 0~21

Center-weighted average metering : EV 0~20

Center divided partial metering : EV 3~20

Film speed range: Automatic setting with DX code ISO 25~5000

Manual setting ISO 6~6400

AE lock: Image surface value memory

Exposure compensation:

+3EV~-3EV (in steps of 1/3 or 1/2)

ABC mechanism: Exposure compensation with ABC button and F dial setting

Compensation range ±1/3EV/±1/2EV/±1EV

Internal flash: Guide number 13.5 (ISO 100), angle of illumination up to a focal length

of 28mm, red-eye reduction flash

Automatic flash intensity adjustment:

TTL direct metering

Flash synchronization:

Automatic selection of shutter speed when flash charged

Flash auto setting function:

Possible by combination with Contax flash unit with flash auto setting

function

Second curtain synchronization:

Possible with internal flash or Contax flash unit with second curtain

synchronization function

Autofocus: 5-point TTL phase difference detection

Main specifications

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Number of films: Using a new battery based on Contax testing standards

Lens: VS28-80/3.5-5.6

Film: 24-exposure cartridge

Miscellaneous: Aperture stop-down button, AF supplementary light

Dimensions and weight:

NX : 142mm (width) x 113mm (height) x 66mm (deapth)

605g (Not including batteries)

NXD : 142mm (width) x 113mm (height) x 66mm (deapth)

625g (with Data back, not including batteries)

* Note that specifications and design are subject to change without notice. In order to take

full advantage of the functions of this product, we recommend using Carl Zeiss inter-

changeable lenses and Contax accessories. Contax warranties do not cover accidents or

damage resulting from the use of products of other manufacturers, even when such prod-

ucts are sold for use with Contax products.

Normal temperature (20°C) Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 25 rolls Approx. 12 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 8 rolls Approx. 5 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 5 rolls Approx. 3 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition A: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 16 seconds.

Normal temperature (20°C)

Low temperature (-10°C)

Approx. 60 rolls

Approx. 25 rollsNot using flash

Approx. 10 rolls

Approx. 8 rollsUsing flash 50% of time

Approx. 7 rolls Approx. 4 rollsUsing flash 100% of time

Condition B: Close-up →→close-up, single shutter release, leave for 4 seconds.

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