Mamiya ZE-X Manual de usuario
Even more info on the adaptor -
One way to use the Mamiya ZE "P" adapter with the Mamiya ZE-X without damaging the ZE-X is to first attach an Osawa
MC-4 ZE 2x teleconverter to the ZE-X camera body. Then you can attach the ZE "P" adapter to the teleconverter in order
to use lenses from the DSX, MSX, DTL and TL series of cameras. Of course you will have then doubled your focal length
by two but at least you have the ability to use those M42 lenses with the ZE-X.
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Mamiya Crossover Photography
Congratulation on your choice of a Mamiya ZE-X Crossover single lens reflex camera. This highly versatile
multimode automatic exposure (AK) camera not only offers you shutter speed priority AK, aperture priority
AK, programmed AK, and electronic flash AE (with Mamiyalite MZ flash units), but is also equipped for
crossover between all four modes. A full manual override is provided for advanced amateur and professional
photographers.
The Mamiya ZE-X is simplicity itself to use. Whichever AE mode, shutter speed, or aperture you select, the
Crossover capability guarantees perfectly exposed, camera shake free pictures under all but the very darkest
conditions. And even with, extremely dark subjects, if you attach a Mamiya dedicated flash to your camera, you
can be sure of beautifully exposed pictures every time.
This manual is designed to help you get the best out of your Mamiya ZE-X. Please read it carefully and
completely familiarize yourself with the remarkable features of this super camera. And, to make photography
with your ZE-X even more" convenient, please note that a full range of systems accessories is available,
including an automatic film winder, a complete range of interchangeable lenses, electronic" flash units, close-up
accessories and many, many others. Build up your systems as your skills and requirements grow!4www.butkus.org
Features of the Crossover System and the
AE Modes 3
Basic Operation Steps
Description of Parts
Standard Camera Operation
Loading the Batteries
Lens Mounting/Removal
Loading the Film
Setting the ASA Film Speed
Selecting the AE Mode
(A) Shutter Speed Priority Crossover AE
(B) Aperture Priority Crossover AE
Flash Photography
(A) Flash AE Crossover with EF
Lenses
(B) Flash AE Crossover with E
Lenses
(C) Flash Photography with
Mamiyalite ZE
Additional Features :
Exposure Compensation
(A) Exposure Variation Dial
(B) Exposure Memory Button
Manual Exposures
B (Bulb) for Long Exposures
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(C) Programmed AE
Focusing
Holding the Camera
Rewinding the Film
ZE-X's Electronic Mechanism
Viewfinder Display
Features of the Crossover System
Camera Shake Prevention
Shutter Speed Priority Crossover AE Variation
Aperture Priority Crossover AE Variation
Programmed AE Variation
Self-Timer
Eyepiece Blind
Multiple Exposures
Depth-of-Field Control
Infrared Photography
Mamiya Sekor EF/E Lenses
Accessories
Precautions on Batteries
Handling Cautions
Specifications
Features of the Crossover System and the AE (Auto Exposure) Mode
The Crossover System
The ZE-X Crossover System enables the camera to cross over automatically between the various AE modes in
the following circumstances:
1) Used with the shutter speed priority AE or aperture priority AE modes, it allows the camera to automatically
correct exposure settings in unforeseen situations when conditions are such that your pre-selected shutter speed
or aperture will not give you a correct exposure.
2) With the two modes mentioned above and in the programmed AE mode, it allows the camera to open the
aperture automatically and maintain a safe shutter speed, that is, a speed which is above the "camera shake"
limit for the lens in use. This ensures blur-free hand-held photography in all but the most extreme exposure
conditions.
3) When the Mamiyalite MZ 36R and MZ 18R dedicated auto electronic flash units are used with the camera,
the Crossover System acts to prevent the flash discharging in exposure situations where correct exposure can be
obtained without flash, but automatically switches the camera back to the flash AE mode if the shutter speed
drops below the handheld "camera shake" limit.4www.butkus.org
Shutter Speed Priority AE
In this mode, the camera sets the correct aperture for you, leaving you free to control the shutter speed. This
type of auto exposure is especially useful when you wish to deliberately blur your subject or the background by
using a slow shutter speed, or when you need to use a fast shutter speed to freeze the action. If you are a
beginner without much knowledge of photography, we suggest that you set the shutter speed to 1/125 second
until you get the feel of it; with the Crossover switch on, there will be no need to change shutter speeds for
different lighting conditions.
Aperture Priority AE
Use of this mode allows you to select any aperture freer while the camera automatically matches it with the
appropriate shutter speed. This permits you to take full advantage of the different focusing characteristics of the
lens in us to create different effects with your pictures. Large apertures for example, can be used to highlight
your subject again an out-of-focus background, while small apertures will give greater overall sharpness to the
entire photo.
Programmed AE (Total Auto)
With this mode, the camera's microprocessor selects both the shutter speed and the aperture according to the
prevailing light conditions. Since the camera sets up the exposure for you entirely, this mode is highly suitable
for candid photography and snapshots where there is no time or it is too much trouble for you to set the
exposure controls yourself. Naturally, it is also ideal for beginners, since there is little danger of exposure
failure. In fact, we recommend that you keep the camera in this mode while carrying it, so that you will always
be ready for those once-in-a-life time shots. This will also give you the option of switching directly to the
shutter speed or aperture Priority AE modes as needed.
Electronic Flash AE
When used in combination with the dedicated Mamiyalite MZ flash units, the ZE-X will automatically set the
aperture and synchronize for flash on charging, thereby making auto flash exposures as easy as normal auto
exposures. In addition, the Crossover System makes flash override possible in all of the AE modes.
Basic operations steps
1. Load the batteries. Make sure polarity is correct!
2. Load the film and advance to the first frame.
3. Set the ASA film speed.
Make sure the crossover switch (A) is at its normal position (flush with the camera body).
4. Select the AE mode. (See previous pane for general description).
A) Shutter Speed Priority AE.
B) Aperture Priority AE.
C) Programmed AE.
·Before settee the dial away from the "A" setting, press the lock-release button (B) and turn simultaneously.4www.butkus.org
·To lock and unlock aperture ring, press the white button and simultaneously rotate.
5. Viewfinder Check.
Press shutter button partway. Depending upon AE mode in use, shutter speed and aperture or "P" will appear in
the viewfinder.
Compose the picture and focus. Press shutter button gently to take photo. (Page 19)
Rewind the film when all frames are exposed. (Page 21)
Description of Parts
Loading the Batteries
1. Press the battery chamber cover in the direction of the arrow until it swings open.
2. Before inserting the batteries, wipe both sides with a dry cloth to ensure that contacts are clean. Place both
batteries into the battery chamber as shown, making sure the (+) (-) polarity markings match those on the
chamber cover.
Your ZE-X will not function if batteries are improperly inserted or batteries are not loaded.
Battery Check/Low Battery Warning
After loading the batteries, press the shutter button partway to see if the data display inside the viewfinder
lights. If the display fails to light, batteries may be depleted or improperly inserted.
Low Battery Warning:
When the entire I display begins to flicker at a fast rate (8 flashes per second) batteries are low and should be
replaced promptly to ensure uninterrupted operation. The slow pulsation of the displays warns you of over and
underexposures.4www.butkus.org
Lens Mounting/Removal
Match the red dots on the lens and Press the lens release button and turn camera body, seat the lens in the mount
lens counterclockwise until it stops. and turn clockwise until lens locks in Unseat lens from mount. place with a
click.
Note on White Button: The white button serves as an auto aperture lock for shutter speed priority AE and
programmed AE operation with both E and EF lenses. To lock the ring at the index mark, press the button and
simultaneously rotate until it locks in place. To unlock the ring press button and rotate to desired aperture
setting.
Caution: When not mounted, always cover both ends of lenses with lens caps to protect from dust and
scratches. Do not put lens down on its uncovered mount. Wipe electrical contacts gently with clean cloth
periodically to maintain proper contact.
Loading the Film
1. Open the back cover of the camera by pulling up on the rewind knob. (Avoid direct sunlight when
loading or unloading film.) Load the film cartridge into the film chamber of the camera and reset the
rewind knob to its original position.
2. Insert the end of the film into the slot of the film take-up spool.
3. First advance the film by operating the film advance lever; then rotate the film rewind knob in the
direction of the arrow to take up film slack. Make sure that both the upper and lower teeth of the
sprocket are engaged in the perforations of the film.
· To avoid unnecessary delays when loading the film, set the shutter speed dial to one of the faster
manual settings, e.g., 1/1000 sec. If you load the film with the dial set at "A", remove the lens cap and
point the camera toward a bright light source to prevent long exposures.
· As a reminder of the type and number of exposures of the film loaded in the camera, tear off the end of
the film box and insert it in the memo holder on the back cover.
Setting the ASA Film Speed
4. Close the back cover of the camera and advance the film by alternately operating the film advance lever and
releasing the shutter until the numeral "1" appears in the exposure counter. While performing this operation,
make sure that the film is advancing properly by checking if the rewind knob rotates when the film advance
lever is Operated.
Set the ASA film speed of the film being used by lifting up the outer rim of the film speed dial and rotating the
dial until the index indicates the correct ASA value on the film speed scale (the film speed is noted on the film
cartridge or box). Intermediate film speeds can be set as follows when necessary.
After setting the ASA film speed, check to make sure that the exposure variation dial is set to "0" before
shooting.4www.butkus.org
Selecting the AE Mode
Shutter Speed Priority Crossover AE - With this exposure mode, you set the shutter speed
and the camera selects the correct aperture for you.
1. Set the crossover switch (A) at its normal position (flush against the camera body).
2. Press the white button on the lens aperture ring and rotate the ring until it locks at the index mark.
3. Select the shutter speed desired according to the type of subject you are photographing and the effect you
wish to create. CAUTION: If the dial is locked at "A" beforehand, press the lock release button (B) and turn. Do
not force the dial.
· The shutter will not operate at the B (Bulb) setting in the shutter priority mode.
4. Press the shutter button partway and look into the viewfinder. The aperture selected by the camera to give
proper exposure appears in the viewfinder
· For exposures requiring a shutter speed slower than 1/30 sec., mount the camera on a sturdy tripod or switch to
flash photography to prevent camera shake.
· For lenses with a maximum aperture of f/1.7, the viewfinder displays either "1.4" or "2.0" as the maximum
aperture setting; for those with a maximum aperture of f/3.5, the maximum aperture setting in the viewfinder is
either "2.8" or"4.0".
Shutter Priority AE without Crossover
When you desire the camera not to alter the shutter speed you initially set for certain purpose, disengage the
crossover system by sliding the crossover switch (A) out over the camera body. If the setting in use is not
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