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Kodak Retina IIa User Manual

Kodak Retina IIa
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Kodak Retina IIa Specifications

General IconGeneral
Type35mm rangefinder camera
ShutterCompur-Rapid leaf shutter
Film Type35mm film
Shutter Speeds1 sec to 1/500 sec, plus Bulb
FocusManual focus, rangefinder coupled
Film AdvanceManual, rapid film advance lever
Flash SyncX and M sync
Aperture Rangef/2.0 - f/16

Summary

Camera Details

Focusing and Viewing System

Explains the coupled range finder, view finder, and the camera's focusing range.

Camera Operation Basics

Opening and Closing the Camera

Provides step-by-step instructions for opening and closing the camera body.

Understanding Camera Controls

Key Control Functions

Explains the function of shutter speed (a), lens opening (b), and focusing (c) for picture taking.

Shutter Speed Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the shutter speed using the control ring and its available settings.

Lens Opening Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the lens opening using the lever for controlling light.

Focusing Operation

Details how to focus the camera using the coupled range finder and manual distance estimation.

Settings for Simple Snapshots

Standard Snapshot Settings

Offers specific settings for Kodachrome Daylight and Kodak Plus-X film for typical snapshot scenarios.

Loading Film

Film Loading Procedure

Provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for loading Kodak 135 film into the camera magazine.

Taking and Unloading Film

Flash Photography

Time Exposures

Depth of Field

Exposure Tables

Flash Guide Numbers

Offers exposure guide numbers for various film types and flash lamps to determine correct exposure settings.

Flash Distance Table

Lists recommended lens openings for different distances when using flash as the primary light source.

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