Mamiya M6MF Instructions
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1. Once the lens mount is retracted a safety mechanism is actuated to prevent the lens from being removed and the shutter released When the shutter release button is touched slightly when the batteries are in the chamber a red LED lights in the upper right corner of the view The camera will not function with out batteries 1 Remove the battery chamber cover on the bottom of the camera with a coin or screwdriver 2 is indicated on the inside of the battery chamber cover Insert the two bat teries being sure to properly place each battery with the side up facing the cover Batteries The Mamiya 6 MF uses either two SR44 silver oxide batteries or two LR44 alkaline manganese batteries IBattery check 1 Power can be turned on off with the small lever beside the shutter release button ON Align the white dot on the lever with the white dot on the camera body OFF Align the white dot on the lever with the red dot on the camera body 125 2 When the power is turned ON and the shutter release button is touched slightly the shutter speed is indicated on the left side of the viewfinder and a red LED indi cator lights on the upper right side indicating that power is normal e When battery power drops below normal or when the batteries have been inserted improperly the shutter speed does not show and the red LED does not light When the shutter release button is lightly touched2. CAUTION e Be sure to confirm proper polarity of the bat teries before inserting them e Do not contaminate the battery surface with oil sweat or other foreign matter Failure to insert clean batteries could result in poor electrical contact When contaminated carefully wipe with a dry cloth or clean lens tissue After the camera has been used for many hours of photographing or has been inactive for a long time insert new batteries When the camera is used in low temperatures battery performance deteriorates below 0 C use new batteries as needed Spare batteries Can be stored inside the body cap If the power on off lever is left ON the LED lights up when the shutter release button is pressed resulting in early battery depletion Be sure to keep the on off lever OFF Opening Closing Light Shield Curtain Opening the light shield curtain Before opening closing the light shield curtain be sure to cock the shutter otherwise it will not open close To open the light shield curtain slide the light shield curtain release lever along lo fol low the arrow Les down and right This will cause curtain to snap open The light shield lever indicator a white line is then aligned with S CAUTION Never touch the light shield curtain or the bellows If touched light leakage or a mal function may result Closing the light shield curtain Rotate the light shield closing leve
3. The mount slides 31mm into and out of the body depending on its being in the operational or storage mode A retracts first then B coupled with the lens retracts Nomenclature and Functional Parts Exposure compensation scale Film speed window ISO Exposure counter window S appears automatically when open ing the back cover Any other numeral indicates that the film is loaded Do not open the back cover under this condi tion Shutter speed indicator Rangefinder window Shows the field of view within the bright frame and the double image super Exposure compensation lever imposed rangefinder Retractable lens mount Cable release socket Emergency advance stop release button Used when advance stop is suspended when battery power drops or the power onoff lever is tumed off during long exposures Internal bellows Rangefinder coupling pin _ 2 Retraction extension button Shutter release button Press this button to retract the lens for 2 storage or pull it out for operation Power on off lever ____ a TN Wie tag Turn off after use Electronic contacts Do not touch contacts and keep them clean in order not to impair good electri Self timer pilot lamp cal contact Lights for 8 seconds when the shutter release button is pressed then blinks for 2 seconds after which the shutter is released Lens release but
4. AE meter selects a proper shutter speed in relation to the set aperture Under the manual photographic mode proper shutter speed is indicated by a red LED within the viewfinder 1 To set the diaphragm to a desired aper ture rotate the aperture ring A until the appropriate figure is aligned with the cent ral red index line B Click stops are pro vided at each engraved aperture number but the diaphragm can be set also for in termediate stops Determining the shutter speed 2 Rotate the shutter speed dial and select either the A AE or manual mode for photo graphing Rotate the dial to align it with the white index line on the camera body At A or AEL the dial is locked The lock can be released by pressing the AE lock release button A in the center of dial In any position other than A or AEL the shutter speed dial moves freely from click stop to click stop it must be set on a specific click stop and cannot be used at an in between setting Intermediate Diaphragm settings between click stops are possible Intermediate Shutter Speeds between engraved numbers are not possible Shutter speed dial A Automatic exposure Based on the aperture setting the camera automatically selects the shut ter speed AEL AE lock The camera memorizes the aperture when shutter release button is touched slightly so that even when the position of the subject or camera changes a picture can be taken with
5. couples with the rangefin der and allows close ups to 50cm Lens case Type A The lens case is made of special material which is very soft but tough Dimension bottom diameter is 90mm and it is 160mm in length From the film 110 61 7 cm Subject distance From the front frame of the auto close up lens 100 50 cm Magnification 0 07 100crn 0 17 50cm Area covered Percentage of the field of view visible 90 100 75x 75 34x34 cm Panoramic Adapter Set When using the Panoramic Adapter a wide panoramic photography can be taken by using 35mm film The 135 panoramic Adapter Set is com posed of the following 1 135 Panoramic Frame 2 Winding Spool 3 Magazine Holder 4 Rewind Crank Unit Unit Weight 60 g e 135 Panoramic Picture Area and the Number of Exposures Picture area 24mm x 54mm with wide angle 50mm lens subject distance at Number of exposures 135 Film 36EXP PPAS a 20 135 Film 24EXP SEEE 12 135 Film 20EX P e in ron Et 10 135 Film 12EXP The picture area 24 x 54mm provided by the Mamiya 6 MF panoramic photography is about three exactly 2 78 times as wide as that provided by 35mm panoramic format 13 x36mm Sharp panoramic images are also assured by the highly reputed wide angle 50mm lens Camera Type Multiple format 6 x 6 6 x 4 5 and 35mm Panorama Interchangeable lens rangefinder camera 120 R
6. remain open In order to prevent camera movement it is best to use a cable release and tripod When set at B the self timer does not work The cable release can be screwed in the release socket beside the shutter release button as pictured above 26 27 The Mamiya 6 MF features an X synchro flash terminal and its lens shutter system permits flash synchronization at all shutter speeds Shoe mounted flash units can be attached directly to the hot shoe while flash brackets can be attached to the tripod socket for larger flash guns Remove safety cover A to attach sync cord in the socket Determining the aperture When using automatic flash units refer to the instructions on the flash unit for correct aperture settings When using a manual electronic flash the guide number divided by subject distance gives the correct aperture Guide number 48 _ Correct aperture Subject distance 6 m setting 8 Charged electronic flash units sometimes fire when they are attached to the camera This does not indicate a defective circuit When using electronic flash be sure to read its manual carefully CAUTION When an electronic flash is connected to the hot shoe current moves through the X contact So be sure to put the safety cover supplied with the camera on the X contact so that you will not receive an electric shock When using infrared film it is necessary to make a focusing adjustment i
7. slightly When you take your linger off the button the LEDs will go out Rotate the shutter speed dial until AEL aligns with the white index mark on the camera body Position the important part of your subject in the central square of the viewfinder this will establish the correct exposure Then touch the shutter release button slightly and an LED will light indicating the correct expo sure After making any necessary adjust ments to the aperture press completely for your exposure Even when light quality is variable an optimum exposure is possible If you cannot get close enough to your sub ject for another meter reading make substi tute measurements by pointing the camera to light and dark areas and calculate a mean exposure value or try taking a reading off your palm You may over ride the AE mode and select the aperture and shutter speed manually Simply set the shutter speed against the white line index mark and also set the lens aperture to the desired f stop As noted previously when the shutter re lease button is touched slightly the proper shutter speed will be indicated by a blinking LED A non blinking LED will indicate the set shutter speed Adjust the exposure accordingly To do this turn the shutter speed dial and or aperture ring to align the two LEDs or until they become one The single LED indicates proper shutter speed When on manual and the shutter release button is touched slight
8. the initial aperture setting and is not affected by changes in light B Bulb exposure At this position the shutter will remain open as long as the shutter release button is pressed Shutter controls On the shutter speed dial the yellow numbers indicate the number of whole seconds while the white numbers indi cate fractions of seconds Example 4 indicates 4 seconds while 125 indicates 1 125 seconds LED Indicators in the Viewfinder Function lamp illuminates when the shutter is not cocked the light shield curtain is closed the lens mount is retracted or FE Shutter Release Button Viewfinder display the film is not loaded over exposure 4 indicator 500 250 125 60 30 Double image The shutter release button is designedso Shutter spee 15 ae er superimposing that pressure can be applied in two stages A range finder When t is lightly touched correct metering zone data is displayed on the left side of the view finder When it is depressed all the way the shutter is released and an exposure is made Long time exposure L under exposure B The LED s are located at the very left Bright field of view frame set by lens margin of the finder in order not to interfere with the field of view of the wide angle lens When the lens mount is retracted the viewfinder frame i e the bright frame selected is the widest frame for all lenses 19 LED Indicators i
9. to move when pressing the shutter button Hold the camera with your elbows close to your body pres sing part of the camera on your forehead will help stabilize it Then gently release the shutter When making exposures longer than 1 30 sec it is advisable to use a tripod with a cable release Neck strap Q 5 Pass ithe neck sirap through the carrying strap lug and fasten it as shown Using a tripod When using the camera with a large tripod head the head may interfere with the spool stud preventing film from being loaded To prevent this use the optional tripod adapter N e The threaded tripod screw hole is 5 5mm deep and the use of a longer tripod screw might result in the damage or breakage of internal working parts So be careful not to apply unnecessary pressure when mounting the camera 28 29 Before taking photos Insert the 6X4 5 frame under the film guide rails making sure to open the light shield curtain first If it is inserted when the curtain is closed your fingers may come in contact with the curtain and light may leak in or other malfunctions may result 6x4 5 Picture Area and the Number of Exposures for each Film Type When using the 75mm lens at 0 Picture area 56 x 41 5mm a Visible field of view 83 at oo 100 1m Number of exposures 120 roll film 12 220 rollfilm 24 Gently bend the 6x4 5 frame with the ivlarmya name visible as pictured A under t
10. Ma miya O MF Congratulations on your purchase of the Mamiya 6 MF Succeeding the New Mamiya 6 the Mamiya 6 MF is the latest addition to the Mamiya 6 x 6cm format series which has become the world s standard in the medium format field thanks to Mamiya s stress on originality and reliability two qualities that have become synonymous with the very name Mamiya A combination of Mamiya s traditional precision workmanship and modern aesthetics the 6 MF can take photos in any of three formats 6 x 6cm 6 x 4 5cm and the wide panoramic format using an adapter with 135 film Featuring automatic exposure AE control the 6 MF is compact light weight and exhibits the versatility of a 35mm camera while assuring high quality medium format pictures The retractable lens mount which allows the lens to be partially recessed into the camera body further adds to the camera s compactness while protecting the lens The 6 MF also comes with three types of high perfomance interchangeable lenses the standard 75mm wide angle 50mm and telephoto 15Omm to satisfy a variety of photographic prerequisites While the 6 MF has undergone extensive quality control checks it is extremely important that this manual be read carefully before attempting to use the camera A thorough understanding of just how and why your new camera work will eliminate potential misuse and ensure a long service life Special Features o
11. a 75mm lens is stopped down to f 8 and f 16 respectively everything photographed within the ranges shown in the photo at the left will be sharp Refer to the instructions attached to individual lenses for specific depth of field tables Six types of diopter correcting lenses are available for near far sighted people Mount as indicated above Powers available are 3 2 1 1 2 and 3 E Exposure Compensation The exposure compensator functions in a number of important ways lt can be used to correct exposure values EVs or the differ ences in brightness between a primary sub ject and its background especially when over or under exposures occur lt can also be used when filters are employed or when engaged in available light photography or under high contrast conditions i e low or high key To set press the compensator lock release button A and move lever B to select the desired EV graduations are 1 3 EV When a filter is used Whether using the AE or manual mode sim ply compensate for the filter exposure factor as indicated in the table below After using exposure comlpensation be sure t Filter exposure factor iE xt2 x18 x17 x2 x25 x3 x4 Exposure compensation value EV 0 A 1 AAA AA H 2 Time Exposures When taking an exposure longer than 4 seconds set shutter to B bulb While fhe button is pressed down the shutter will
12. ck cover securely press bothcorners until it clicks Setting the film type 220 135 This camera can use either 120 or 220 135 film To set the type of film used simply rotate the pressure plate in the direction of the arrow until the white dot is at 120 or 220 135 When set 120 or 220 135 will appear in the small window under the memo clip The number of exposures on the film counter is automatically set at 12 for 120 film and 24 for 220 film according to the position of the pres sure plate Memo clip The memo clip on the back cover is used to 1 Push the spool release lever of right side 2 Like installing the take up spool push hold the film box to serve as a convenient to the right and install the take up spool in the spool release lever of left side to the left reminder of the type of film in the camera or the take up spool chamber then push the place a roll of film in the film chamber mak for recording the date lower spool stud up ing sure it seats properly Make sure the backing paper is in the position illustrated above The product identification number and other data are printed on the back side of the backing paper If no visible the film has been loaded incor rectly Simply remove and position properly When loading film or installing the take up spool carefully place the spool in the stud and make sure it is seated properly by gently turning to the right or left so tha
13. dow When the pressure plate ts aligned with the film type used either 120 or 220 135 is indicated in this window Film Rewind Button Synchro socket 4 Viewfinder eyepiece Rubber eyecup carrying strap lug Battery chamber Stores two silver oxide batteries SR44 or two alkaline manganese batteries LR44 Light shield curtain release Used to open a closed curtain Film spool stud Lower cover Light shield curtain closing lever gt mark indicates that the curtain is open 95 mark indicates that the curtain is closed Tripod socket The socket has U1 4 threads Aperture scale Focusing ring Used to focus the lens Depth of field scale Allows the aperture f stop to be checked in relation to the correct focusing range Lens alignment dot When mounting or changing a lens align this dot with the dot on the camera body Aperture ring Distance scale m ft Used to set the subject to lens distance Infrared index mark When engaged in infrared photography use this mark to align lens according to usual focusing position Body cap Spare battery case 4 batteries can be stored inside In order to attach the lens first pull out the lens mount and remove the camera body cap To do this while pressing the retraction extension button A in pull the lens mount out by gripping the cross bar of the lens cap Then while pressing the lens release button B in rota
14. f the Mamiya 6 MF 3 Nomenclature and Functional Parts 5 Preparatory Steps for USC 9 Mounting Removing Lenses sssrin 10 How to Retract the Lens Mount sssrin 11 Inserting Batteries oo 11 Opening Closing Light Shield Curtain sesse 13 Releasing the Shatter Fossis 14 Before Loading the Film occas 15 Lidia 16 Shutter Speed wwwwmmsswansnmwwwwmwanaw ww 18 Shutter Release BUNDA 19 LED Indicators in the Viewfinder cseseseeeseeeseeenees 19 Focusing the Lens tins 21 TAKING Photo Aa 22 AE Automatic Exposure Photography smsse 23 AE Lock AEL Photography 23 Manual Photography 24 Self Timer AA 24 Depth of Field sisian aai 25 Exposure Compensation 26 Time EXPOSUTES oii ca SE ES od 26 Flash Photography IA EMA MAA ku 27 Infrared Photography oi secre ie er Emergency Winding Stop Release Button 28 How to Hold the Camera cecseeseeseseeseseseeeeeeeeees 28 Photography with the 6 x 4 5 Format woes weww 29 Lenses AA Aa wA awa mmea ya yena wwa IA 30 INCCOSSOLIOS AAA AA AL 31 Specifications eee RR 32 Trouble Shooting ckisiwsaaa es 33 Gamera Cal aniani o aieiaeo 33 Camera Storage and Maintenance wu 84 Three Size Multiple Formats In addition to the attractive 6 x 6cm square format which assures multifaceted composition the Mamiya 6 MF is also capable of using the 6 x 4 5cm format frame mask and the wide 24 x 54mm panoramic f
15. g any one of the three lenses the corresponding frames in the field of view in the viewfinder are automatically selected and parallax is automatically compen sated for LED Display A Variety of Safety Features The user will find all relevant data on LED display correct shutter speed as well as over or under exposure indication A blinking red LED signals when an erroneous photographic step has been taken A self timer with a 10 second delay and electronic flash synchronization at all shutter speeds are additional features Wide Angle Standard and Telephoto Lenses The high contrast color balance and resolving power of Mamiya multi coated high performance lenses reflect the latest optical discoveries The short flange focal distance design of these lenses contributes substantially to their outstanding quality The wide angle lens in particular transmits large amounts of peripheral light resulting in corner to corner sharpness The image quality produced by these new Mamiya lenses is unsur passed regardless of the subject matter be it landscape aerial industrial scientific fashion or portrait photography PBs 30 e5 2 Wr ai iilii aE Hit Extended ready to use The retractable lens mount greatly reduces the profile of the Mamiya 6 MF making it more convenient to store and carry When not in use the lens mount retracts into the body for storage and reduces the overall size of the camera
16. he film guide rails making sure that it is flat Loading Unloading the Film The film can be loaded unloaded in the same manner as the 6x6cm standard size Determining the Field of View in the Viewfinder Y When the 6x4 5 frame is used the sharped area in the illustration is the field of view in the viewfinder Depending on the lens type being used the bright frame is automatically selected and paral lax is automatically corrected according to sub ject distance Before taking photos be sure to change the position of the pressure plate according to the film type being used When panoramic photography using the 6x4 5 frame has been completed be sure to remove the frame from under the film guide rails The subject is pictured on two small unexposed parts on the upper and lower sides of the devel oped film G4 50L 50mm f 4 Lens construction 8 elements in 5 groups Angle of view 75 Minimum aperture 22 35mm equivalent 28mm Minimum focusing distance 1m Minimum magnification 0 059 Area covered 945 x 945mm Filter size 58mm Hood Bayonet type Dimensions 55 length x 64mm diameter Weight 335g G3 5 75L 75mm 3 5 i 3 ss 6 n 1622 S 01530 n 2 3 519 m aiak Lens construction 6 elements in 4 groups Angle of view 55 Minimum aperture 22 35mm equivalent 41mm Minimum focusing distance 1m Minimum magnification 0 089 Area covered 632 x 632mm Filter size 58
17. he lens surfaces If either needs cleaning use blower or lens tissue to remove dust particles A fingerprint can be removed with a drop of lens cleaner and wiped off with lens tissue e Carefully read all instructions in the manual Periodic Examination In order to maintain the camera in its best condition it is advis able to pedodically check all functions When the camera has not been used for a long time or when it is to be used for very important photographs check the camera or take some trial pictures beforehand Be sure to check the batteries electronic flash synchronization film advance upper and lower images in the rangefinder correct ca position and shutter function For a general overhaul cleaning or repairs take the camera to your nearest authorized Mamiya Service Center or ask your camera shop for advice This product employs a protective circuit for prevention of electrostatic electrification S electrical contact of this Product In rare cases this Product may be affected by a strong external electromagnetic wave In such cases carefully use this Product l ould an electrostatic trouble occur be sure to turn off power to this Product before using it again Be careful not to touch the
18. is visible at and 100 is visible at the minimum focusing distance The appropriate bright frame area is automaticaily selected upon lens interchange Taking Photographs 1 Press the shutter release button when you have focused and determined compos ition 2 Advance ihe film by winding the film advance lever until it stops The shutter is then cocked 3 After completing the last exposure wind the advance lever several times until the film with its backing paper is completely wound onto the take up spool The advance lever will become easier to actuate when the film has been completely wound on the spool When the shutter release button is pressed and the film is exposed a red LED will light on the upper right side of the viewfinder Unloading the film 1 Open the back cover and remove the roll of film By pushing the spool stud release lever to the right disengage and remove the spool As shown the roll of film can be eas ily removed from the take up chamber if you push the spool up a little it will then lift out When the back cover is opened the exposure counter will automatically return to S start 2 Be careful not to let the roll of exposed film unwind Be sure to seal it immediately To prepare for another roll remove the empty spool from the film chamber and place it in the take up chamber Wind the advance lever until it stops Other wise a red LED in the viewfinder wi
19. lease button is touched slightly an LED blinks to indicate a suitable shutter speed A few exposures can be made but replace the batteries as soon as possible When the batteries are depleted the LED ceases to light and the shutter cannot be released e Replace both batteries at the same time Avoid using old batteries with new ones and avoid mixing different types of batteries When inserting batteries in the battery chamber verify correct polarity If contaminated with oil sweat or other foreign matter be sure to wipe clean with a dry cloth or lens tissue If the camera is not to be used for a long time remove the batteries and film e Do not store the camera at temperatures exceeding 40 C or below 10 C Also avoid storing in a damp or sea air environ ment When stored in the vicinity of gaseous chemicals such as naphthaline and formalin the camera and film may be adversely affected Read the instructions on the film carefully for proper handling procedures As your camera is a precision instrument avoid exposing it to vibrations or severe shocks When handholding your camera always use a neck strap and exercise extreme caution when removing lenses and adjusting the mount Prolonged disuse does not lengthen camera life but shortens it So when storing for a long time periodically take the camera and release the shutter several times to keep it in good condi tion e Do not touch either the front or the back of t
20. ll signal that it is impossible to press the shutter release button e Do not advance the film too quickly as this might adversely affect film flatness or frame spacing To remove the film before exposing the entire roll cap the lens and press the shutter release but ton and wind the film onto the take up spool frame by frame 22 23 1 Align A on the shutter speed dial with the white line index mark on the camera body 2 Be sure to set the exposure compensa tion scale to 0 3 Set the aperture to the desided f number according to conditions 4 When the shutter release button is slightly touched an LED indicating proper exposure will automatically light in the view finder When A LED blinks it indicates over exposure Rotate the aperture ring to stop down to a smaller exposure until an LED indicates proper expsure e Blinking LT indicates under exposure rotate the aperture ring until the LED stops blinking to increase exposure Illuminating LT indicates that the shutter is sat for a relatively long exposure from between 1 to 4 seconds When taking pictures at such slow speeds be careful not to move or vibrate the camera Either open the aperture for a higher shutter speed or use a tripod or use a flash e Under AE automatic exposure or AEL AE lock the LED display in the viewfinder will continue to operate as long as the shutter re lease button is touched
21. ly the LED indicators will light for ten seconds They can be illumin nated in ten second increments by simply pressing the button again 1 Shift the self timer lever in the direction of the arrow to XJ 2 The shutter is released about 10 seconds after pressing the shutter release button The LED on the front of the camera illumi nates for about 8 seconds then blinks for about 2 seconds and then the shutter is released 3 Be sure to return the self timer lever to its normal position after use e The self timer can be reset by simply following the above steps Under the self timing mode make sure a tripod or other secure method is used to steady the camera e When the shutter is set to B bulb the self timer does not operate 24 25 Sama LINDI LA SMM 22168 0 81622 The depth of field varies according to the aperture The smaller the aperture f 8 f 11 f 16 the greater the depth of field the larger the aperture f 8 f 5 the smaller the depth of field To take pictures which are sharp from foreground to infinity or when taking snap shots the focusing range is extended or depth increased by using a smaller aperture When the subject is to stand out with the background out of focus a larger aperture is appropirate uth ee 1 The depth of field scale on the lens indi cates depth of field in terms of the distance between subjects on both sides of the scale For example when
22. mm Hood Bayonet type Dimensions 43 length x 64mm Weight 250g G4 5 150L 150mm 4 5 Lens construction 6 elements in 5 groups Angle of view 30 Minimum aperture 32 35mm equivalent 82mm Minlmum focusing distance 1 8m Minimum magnification 0 0996 Area covered 562 x 562mm Filter size 67mm Hood Screw in type Dimensions 86 length x 70mm diameter Weight 480g 30 3i Lens hood For 50mm f 4 Bayonet type 58mm in diameter For 75mm f 3 5 Bayonet type 58mm in diameter For 150mm 4 5 Screw in type 67mm in diameter All are supplied with the lenses Diopter correcting lens Focusing accuracy diminishes when the eye diopter is incorrect So it is advisable that near and far sighted people use diopter correcting lenses Fit the proper diopter correcting lens to the eyepiece 6 types are available 3 2 1 1 2 3 Tripod adapter NJ This is used to mount the camera to the tripod head Even when the tripod has a large head the adapter allows film to be loaded while the camera is attached lo the tripod Auto Close up Lens The close up adapter Auto Close up Lens is designed for use with standard 75mm 3 5 lens It will be very convenient for taking close ups of portraits plants flowers and insects as well as for the reproduction of books and similar items It can be simply mounted on or removed from the camera without special adjust ments It easily
23. n order to achieve accurate focus This is because the focus position of the image deviates from normal since the infrared ray wavelength is longer After focusing in the usual manner check the distance on the distance scale that is aligned with the center reference mark of the lens Make the focusing adjust ment by turning the focusing ring in the direction of the arrow in the accompanying photograph so that the distance just observed is aligned with the infrared mark When using infrared film be sure to read the instructions with the film Emerge Winding St Release Button sic If the batteries have been depleted espe cially when the power on off lever has been set to the OFF position during long expo sures at B 4 seconds or 2 seconds the winding stop prevents the film from being wound If this happens push the emergency ad vance stop release button with a pen or other pointed object as shown above The advance stop is then released allowing the film to be wound Please note that that par ticular frame will be poorly exposed When the batteries have been depleted immediately replace them e The emergency winding stop release button should not be used for any other purposes How to Hold the Camera Since the Mamiya 6 MF has a 6 x 6 for mat it is not necessary to adjust for vertical and horizontal composition Because most out of focus pictures are the result of camera movement make sure not
24. n the Viewfinder AE photography Proper speed Iluminates HRY Over exposure Blinks Under exposure aie Blinks i Lock speed Illuminates Battery capacity drops in the AE mode Blinks Battery capacity drops in the manual mode At both set speed and pro per speed AEL photography Manual mode Set speed Mluminates fir Proper speed X Blinks The set speed has been adjusted to MIUEGS proper speed Long time exposure illuminates 20 21 When the lens has been focused the doubleimage superimposing rangefinder produces two superimposed images with in the square O of the viewfinder How To 1 Position the subject within the central square L of the viewfinder As on the top left the subject will appear as a double images 2 Rotate the focusing ring until the two images converge and are superimposed as on the figure on the left The lens is now focused The two images can also be superimposed by using the boundary line between the viewfinder and the square or split image Adjust the images until the boundary lines converge Photographic area covered Within the viewfinder the photographic area covered is indicated by the visible bright frame Parallax is automatically compen sated for according to the subject to lens distance The composition will be within the line A for 6 x 6 O for 6 x 4 5 and for panoramic format 83 of the field of view
25. oll Film 12 exposures with both 6 x 6 and 6 x 4 5 220 Roll Film 24 exposures with both 6 x 6 and 6 x 4 5 135 Roll Film up to 20 exposures 56 x 56mm with 6 x 6 56 x 41 5mm with 6 x 4 5 56 x 24 mm with panoramic format with using Panoramic Adapter Film Type Actual Negative Size Set Lens Type Wide Angle 50mm f 4 Standard 75mm 3 5 Telephoto 150mm 4 5 Film Winding A single 185 stroke Shutter 00 electronic shutter B 4 1 500sec electro magnetic release X contact synchronizing at all speed with hot shoe and synch socket electronic self timer 10 sec delay Aperture priority AE SPD recepter in viewfinder metering range EV3 5 EV18 with 75mm Lens ISO 100 exposure compensa tion 2 to 2 EV in 1 3 EV steps ISO 25 1600 Lens declination double image superimposing system base lengs 60mm effective base length34 8mm Coupled with rangefinder automatic bright line frame selection 50 75 150mm parallax compensation magnification ratio 0 56X 83 of the field of view visible at infinity built in shutter speed and exposure display safety interlock warning LED Internal Dark Slide Curtain For Interchangeable lens function Safety Mechanism 1 Double exposure prevention 2 Exposure prevention when internal dark slide engaged 3 Exposure prevention when lens mount is retracted Power Supply Two 2 1 5V batteries MS 76 SR44 or LR44 Dimensions Weight Camera body 155 x 109 x 69mm 900g Pan
26. oramic Adapter Set Panoramic frame mask Take up spool Film magazine holder Rewinding dial unit Weight 60g Exposure Control Film Speed Range Rangefinder Viewfinder Specifications and design are subject to change without notice 32 Uniguely designed to prevent mistakes the New Mamiya 6 incorporates numerous safety features If the shutter will not function it is very likely due to user error rather than camera malfunction Should something appear to go wrong be sure to review the following points When the shutter will not function Z Is the power on off lever set to the ON position 2 Has the film been completely advanced to the next frame Have all the exposures already been made 12 with 120 24 with 220 3 Has the film advance lever been wound until it stops J Is the lens mount retracted 5 Is the light shield curtain closed In the case of examples C the red LED will flash a warning on the upper right side of the view finder When the lens cannot be removed Is the light shield curtain open 2 Is the lens mount retracted or stored in the body 33 Be sure to use new batteries Expose the camera to cold air only when in use a Batteries which will not function at low temperatures may be used when returned to use at normal temperatures Avoid quick heating or cooling as unstable voltage may result An automatic circuit will signal battery depletion When the shutter re
27. ormat using 35mm film with the optional Panoramic adapter Set Thus these multipurpose formats greatly enhance the photographer s potential creations Compact and Light Weight 6 x 6 Format Versatile and Quick Although the Mamiya 6 MF is a 6 x 6cm format camera its versatility is comparable to that of a 35mm camera and allows for fast operation thus serving particularly well for covering wedding parties sports as well as a host of other photographic venues Innovative Retractable Lens Mount Compact and Safe The interchangeable lenses fit on a retractable lens mount which reduces storage depth by 31 mm The lens barrels and mount are made of a tough durable light weight aluminum alloy that promises a long service life even under the roughest professional use Automatic Exposure AE Simplicity at Your Fingertips Utilizing the latest in electronic technology the Mamiya 6 MF aperture priority AE control guarantees simplicity in all camera operations Simply by focusing the lens and actuating the shutter with a soft touch of the electromagnetic release every photogra pher can avail himself of a negative area that is a significant 3 6X larger than the 35mm format Double Image Superimposing Rangefinder Precise and Accurate Focusing has been enhanced and errors substantially elimi nated due to the rangefinder s long 60mm base while the precision ground pentaprism guarantees the clearest and most crisp photos possible When mountin
28. r in the direction of the arrow away from the open position gt and align the white indi cator on the lever with SJ to close e When the light shield curtain is open the lens Cannot be removed Close the curtain to remove the lens When the light shield curtain is closed the shut ter cannot be released When taking a picture open the light shield cur tain If the light shield curtain is closed a red LED will indicate that it is closed Releasing the Shutter Before using the camera it is advisable to understand how it works Power on off lever Set to ON See page 12 Film advance lever Wind the lever to cock the shutter I Light shield curtain Open See page 13 Retractable lens mount Pull out Photographing position See page 11 Back COVED sescsssesessssssesesssseseevereeesees Open See page 15 Release the shutter See page 19 Note If the shutter is not released a red LED in the viewfinder will light repeat steps 2 to again 14 ISetting the film speed Set the film speed of the film being used by lifting up the outer rim of the shutter speed dial and rotate it until the correct ISO value appears in the window 15 Opening closing the back cover While depressing the back cover lock but ton simultaneously push down the lock lever in the direction of the arrow and the back will open When closing the ba
29. t it engages smoothly 16 f Loading the Film 3 When the new roll has been inserted be sure to reset the lower spool stud by pres sing it in Also be sure to reset the take up spool stud in a similar manner 4 Pull out the backing paper and insert the tip into the slot on the take up spool as pic tured 17 5 Wind the film advance lever until the small arrow the starting indicator on the backing paper aligns with the film starting indicator Y on the camera body Then close the back cover 6 Wind the film advance until it stops and 1 appears in the exposure counter window e Make sure backing paper advances evenly be tween the spool flanges and does not begin to slant If it advances unevenly remove the backing paper from the take up spool and refeed starting again e Ifthe film is not properly aligned with the VT indicator the film may be improperly loaded When any other numeral than S appears in the exposure counter window it is an indication that the film is loaded So do not open Do not pull excessively on the backing paper and do not load unload the film in direct sunlight bright light may fog the film Tightly wind the backing paper around the spool a couple of times If this is not done light may enter from the spool flanges when the film is unloaded The Mamiya 6 MF has an aperture prior ity AE lens shutter Once the aperture and film speed are set the
30. te the cap counterclockwise and align the groove C on the cap s side with the lens alignment dot D on the body The body cap can then be pulled out The lens release button cannot be pressed when the light shield curtain is open So make sure the curtain is closed For curtain opening closing see page 13 Mounting lens Removing lens Changing lens When changing lens pull out the retractable mount and proceed to the action mode Through mounting the lens is possible with the mount retracted removing it is not possible Inter locks a When the mount is retracted or if the light baffle is open when trying to remove the lens the lens release button will not work preventing lens re lease u Particularly when mounting the 50mm lens take care so that the rear rim of the lens does not touch the body s rangefinder coupling cam When the lens has been removed and film remains in the camera body avoid exposure to direct sunlight as film fogging may result Like removing the camera body cap while Remove the front and rear lens caps pressing in the lens release button B The front lens cap can be removed by rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow pressing in the tabs on the right and left until the lens alignment dot is lined up with your fingers and pulling the cap with the white alignment dot D on the towards you camera body The rear lens cap can be removed by rotating it counterclock
31. ton N Bayonet mount N Lens alignment dot Align with the dot on the lens to mount remove the lens Hot Shoe for mounting electronic flash Light shield curtain Built in darkslide Spool release lever When replacing the film be sure to push this lever to the side to lower the spool stud Film spool stud Film holder spring Back cover latch Back cover lock release button Shutter speed dial When A or AEL on the shutter speed dial is aligned with the indicator on the camera body the dial will lock in place To unlock it rotate the dial while push ing in the AE lock AEL release button located in the center Film advance lever Advance some 185 until it stops the shutter is then cocked AEL release button Film selector Exposure compensation lock release button Film holder roller Film starting indicator Be sure to align the film starting indicator Y on the camera with the arrow on the film Incorrect alignment may result in the film loading fature Film type 120 or 220 135 Position the pressure plate with either the 120 220 or 135 roll film index mark Pressure plate Set the pressure plate position accord ing to the film type 120 or 220 135 used Nomenclature and Functional Parts Back cover Self timer lever S Memo clip Holds the film box top or memo as a film type reminder 120 220 135 selector index win
32. wise Align Lens Alignment Dot E With the CAUTION Camera Alignment Dot D Insert the lens Gold Plated Electronic contacts are provided inside the retractable into the camera body Then turn the lens in mount and at the rear of each lens If oil dirt or other foreign matter the direction of the arrow until it clicks and collects on the contacts poor electronic information transfer may locks into place result When soiled use a piece of clean cloth to wipe them thoroughly before installing the lens Also use the utmost care so as not to touch them Position the front face of the lens which has been removed as shown in the photo 10 IPulling out the retractable lens mount 1 While pressing in the retraction button A on the camera body in the direction of the arrow pull out the lens and lens mount until it clicks 2 When both have been pulled out take your figners off the retraction button and make sure that both are completely pulled out The camera is a precision instrument When working the retractable lens mount be sure to avoid abusive han dling Retracting storing the lens mount 1 While pressing in the retraction button A on the camera body in the direction of the arrow push the lens straight in towards the camera body 2 When the lens mount has been retracted in place take your fingers off the button and make sure that the lens is securely seated in the camera body
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