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General| Type | 35mm SLR |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon FD |
| Exposure Modes | Program AE |
| Power Source | 2x AA batteries |
| Viewfinder | Fixed eye-level pentaprism |
| Flash Sync | 1/60 sec |
| Shutter Speed | 1/1000 to 2 sec, Bulb |
| Metering | Center-weighted averaging |
| ISO Range | ASA 25-1600 |
| Film Advance | Automatic |
Details the process of aligning and securing lenses to the camera mount and removing them.
Explains how to set the lens aperture ring to the 'A' position for programmed automatic exposure.
Specifies the need for two penlight (AA, 1.5V) batteries and recommends types, warning against Ni-Cd.
Instructs to rotate the selector dial to 'B.C.' to check battery status via beeping sounds.
Describes pressing the lock release and rotating the dial to match the film's ISO/ASA with the green index for correct exposure.
Details pulling the rewind knob to open the cover and placing the film cartridge in the chamber.
Guides on pulling the film leader across to the orange index and manually winding excess film.
Instructs to set the dial to 'PROGRAM' and press shutter until frame counter shows '1', checking rewind knob rotation.
Explains how to hold the camera firmly with elbows tucked and feet spread for sharp pictures.
Instructs to set dial to 'PROGRAM', look through viewfinder, and focus the subject.
Guides on composing the picture and gently pressing the shutter button halfway to check for correct exposure.
Explains that a rapidly blinking 'P' signifies that shooting is not possible without flash, referencing page 24.
Explains that film advances automatically as long as the shutter button is pressed.
Differentiates between releasing the shutter for a single shot and holding it for continuous shooting.
Strongly warns against opening the back cover until film is completely rewound to avoid damaging the film.
Advises switching to flash when 'P' blinks and setting ISO/ASA on the flash.
Recommends the 244T as exclusively designed for the T50 and easy to use.
Explains pressing the shutter halfway indicates flash charge via '!' mark, enabling flash photography.
Details the camera as a 35mm SLR with programmed AE and programmed AE flash.
Lists the film format, compatible Canon FD lenses, viewfinder type, field of view, and magnification.
Explains the electronically-controlled AE mechanism and TTL center-weighted average metering system.
Details the vertical travel focal-plane shutter, its speed control, and the instant-return mirror with shock absorber.
Explains the two-step shutter button operation and X-sync flash synchronization speed.
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