FED 4 User Manual

FED 4 User Manual
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FED 4
User Manual.
This manual contains a brief description of ФЭД-4 (FED-4) camera and the basic rules for using
the camera. It cannot serve as a photography manual.
Slight differences between the description and the camera may occur as a result of technical
modifications being introduced in the design of the camera.
ФЭД-4 camera operates on standard 35-mm film with a picture size of 24×36 mm. The wide range
of shutter speeds, the trigger winder, synchronizer, automatic releaser, dioptric view-finder setting, the
light weight and compactness of the camera will satisfy the requirements of either amateur or
professional photographer.
ФЭД-4 camera is fitted with “Industar-61” lens with lanthanum optics which makes it possible to
obtain perfect large-size pictures. The camera is so designed that it is also possible to use
interchangeable lenses “Jupiter-8”, “Jupiter-9”, “Jupiter-11”, “Jupiter-12” and others.
In taking a picture the camera is focused with the help of the range-finder.
The photoelectric exposure meter incorporated in the camera i makes it always possible to choose
the proper exposure and ensures obtaining good negatives under various lighting conditions.
The automatic releaser allows the photographer to take pictures of himself.
At the bottom of the camera there is a socket for a tripod.
It is possible to photograph with a tripod without taking the camera out of its case.

FED 4 Specifications

General

Type	Rangefinder camera
Manufacturer	FED
Film format	35mm
Flash sync	1/30 s
Lens mount	M39
Shutter speeds	1/500s, B

Summary

FED 4 Camera Technical Data and Specifications

Technical Data

Details specifications of the FED 4 camera, including negative size, film type, lens, and shutter speeds.

Loading the FED 4 Camera with Film

Step-by-step instructions on how to load 35mm film into the camera magazine and attach it.

Lens, Focusing, and Range-finder

Explains the Industar-61 lens, its scales, and how to use the optical range-finder for accurate focusing.

Using the Camera Exposure Meter

Details the operation of the camera's built-in exposure meter, including its components and how to set exposure values.

Camera Operation and Recommended Workflow

Guides on setting exposure, using the automatic releaser, flash photography, and a recommended sequence for shooting.

Rewinding Exposed Film

Instructions on how to rewind the film back into the magazine after shooting.