Exakta RTL 1000 - Using the Finder Hood

Using the Finder Hood
The image in the Finder Hood (11) of the
EXAKTA RTL 1000 may be used both for
selecting or framing the subject, and also
for focusing and , checking the depth of
field, by provisionally stopping down the
lens. Generally, a large enough image for
normal viewfinding purposes will be ob-
tained- when using the image field; for
critical focusing, however, we recommend
the additional use of the Swing - up Focu-
sing Magnifier (25). The latter will spring
into its working position when the Finder
Hood is opened, but can be folded back
out of the way when operated as described
at page 6.
Normally, the EXAKTA RTL 1000 is held at
chest or shoulder level when using the
Finder Hood. When the pivoted supple-
mentary Focusing Magnifier (25) is also
used, the camera must be held close to the
eye. When taking vertical pictures with the
Finder Hood it is possible to shoot at right
angles. This is particularly useful for working
inconspicuously since the photographer
can remain in concealment. The image in
the Finder Hood (11) can also be observed