QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: What kind of subjects are difficult for autofocus? And
what should be done in such cases?
A: The following subjects are difficult for autofocus;
therefore, use the focus lock to focus on another subject
at the same distance or, when the subject is at a
distance, use the Landscape mode.
1. Glossy subjects.
2. Black objects.
3. Scenes shot through glass or metal netting.
4. Objects such as smoke or fire that have no substance.
5. Scenes in which the sun appears in the picture.
Q: When a cartridge is inserted, the motor can be heard but
the film does not advance.
A: Remove the cartridge and check the visual exposure
indicator. If the visual exposure indicator is set to O
(unexposed) re-insert the cartridge; otherwise, insert a
new cartridge.
Q: What happens if the cartridge cover is opened with a
partially exposed cartridge inside?
A: Close the cartridge cover immediately. There is
possibility of the film in the cartridge being exposed and
rendered useless; therefore, the film will be rewound. In
such cases, insert a new cartridge.
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