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General| Camera Type | Medium Format DSLR |
|---|---|
| Camera Format | 645 |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Sensor Size | 44 x 33 mm |
| Shutter Type | Focal Plane Shutter |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Points | 11 |
| Viewfinder Type | Pentaprism |
| Video Recording | No |
| Power Source | Rechargeable Li-ion battery |
| Resolution | 40 MP |
| Lens Mount | Mamiya 645 Mount |
| Shutter Speed | 1/4000 to 60 seconds |
| Metering Modes | Spot, Center-weighted |
| Storage Media | CompactFlash (CF) card |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/125 sec |
Guidance on routine maintenance and care for the camera body and its components.
Explains the necessity of periodic servicing for camera mechanisms and lenses.
Introduces the Mamiya DM System, its parts, displays, and basic functions.
Details battery types, charger, neckstrap, and eyepiece shutter usage.
Overview of Mamiya DM Systems as professional digital solutions.
Details the comprehensive range of precision lenses available for the system.
Identifies and explains parts of the camera's front and top sections.
Identifies and explains parts of the camera's rear and side sections.
Locates and describes buttons and the digital back on the camera's top.
Explains various icons and indicators displayed on the camera's main LCD screen.
Details the various icons, marks, and values shown in the viewfinder.
Lists common abbreviations and their meanings displayed on the main LCD.
Explains abbreviations used when operating in the custom function mode.
Illustrates the home screen of the digital back with its main operational icons.
Details the Haenel MCL 103 battery charger and its 12V DC power supply.
Information on using different battery types with correct polarity.
Step-by-step guide on how to attach the neckstrap securely to the camera.
Explains how to use the eyepiece shutter to prevent exposure errors from light.
Covers inserting, checking power icons, and caring for camera batteries.
Instructions for digital back battery insertion, removal, charging, and status.
Procedures for formatting and handling compact flash cards.
Steps for attaching/removing lenses, digital back, and adjusting diopter.
Guidance on mounting the camera onto a tripod.
Steps to lift the lock lever and pull out the battery holder for insertion.
Ensuring correct polarity alignment and securing the battery holder.
Explains icons indicating sufficient, low, and very low battery power.
Notes on setting drive dial to 'L' and replacing batteries with new ones.
Notes on battery life factors, storage, and cleaning battery terminals.
Advice on spare batteries, temperature effects, and proper storage.
Instructions on pressing the button to remove the digital back's battery slot cover.
Steps to insert the battery into the recess until it snaps into place.
Procedure for charging the battery using the provided 12V DC power supply.
Advice on optimizing shots per battery charge and general battery care.
Explanation of indicator lights and 12-hour charging for first use.
Warning about leaving batteries in unpowered chargers and potential discharge.
Detailed steps for formatting a compact flash card using Disk Utility on Mac OS X.
Step-by-step guide to format a compact flash card using Windows Explorer.
Instruction to open the door to access the compact flash card slot.
Guidance on inserting the compact flash card into its slot.
Steps to open the compact flash door and press the release button.
Instructions for removing front body, front lens, and rear lens caps.
Steps for attaching and removing lenses, including precautions.
Advice on protecting lens ends and cleaning contacts after removal.
Instructions to rest the digital back and align contact pins.
How to pull back the detachment lever and pull the digital back away.
How to adjust the diopter dial for sharp focus in the viewfinder.
Table showing available diopter correction lenses and their adjustment ranges.
Steps for removing the eyepiece, existing diopter, and inserting a new one.
Advice on cleaning lens surfaces with a blower or lens brush.
How to remove the small screw and adapter bushing for tripod attachment.
How to turn on the camera and operate the shutter release button.
Explains the drive dial modes and the use of front/rear dials.
Proper camera holding techniques and backlight button function.
Explanation of drive dial settings: S, C, L, and M.UP.
Describes the two-step action of the shutter release button: half-press and release.
Explains how to use the drive dial for single-frame, continuous, and mirror up shooting.
Explanation of how front and rear dials control various photographic settings.
Instructions for holding the camera horizontally or vertically for stable shots.
Tips for a firm grip and supporting the camera for sharp pictures.
Recommendation for using a tripod and cable release at slow shutter speeds.
How to press the backlight button to illuminate the main panel at night.
How backlight usage affects sleep mode and battery power.
How to select and use focus areas for optimal framing.
Guides for manual focus, using focus marks, and troubleshooting AF failures.
Details on using the autofocus system and AF assist light.
How to select the focus area and check it on the external LCD.
Description of normal and spot focus area markings in the viewfinder.
How to switch the focus mode selector to 'M' for manual focus.
Steps for manual focusing with telephoto and zoom lenses.
Using the viewfinder's focus mark for confirmation during manual focusing.
Examples of subjects that may cause autofocus to fail.
Methods to use when autofocus fails, including manual focus or focus lock.
Setting focus mode, half-pressing shutter, and pressing AF lock button.
How to recompose and take the picture while maintaining focus lock.
Explanation of the AF assist light, its range, and conditions for activation.
Advice on setting focus before mounting lens hoods that may block the assist light.
Explains Program AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual modes.
Covers Sync Mode, Custom Functions, Metering, Warnings, and Compensation.
Details Mirror Up, Self Timer, Interval, and Long Exposure modes.
How aperture and shutter speed are automatically set for optimal exposure.
Setting desired aperture, camera selects optimal shutter speed for depth of field.
Setting desired shutter speed, camera selects optimal aperture for motion control.
Setting both aperture and shutter speed for complete exposure control.
Setting the mode for flash use, with a fixed shutter speed for synchronization.
How custom functions allow changing camera methods and functions.
Working ranges for leaf shutter and focal plane shutters in auto modes.
How to select exposure modes using the exposure mode button.
Explains Average/spot, Center-weighted, and Center spot metering.
How the camera indicates exposure settings outside the metering range.
Important note on using circular polarizing filters for correct exposure.
How to use exposure compensation and check its display.
Using the AEL button to lock auto-exposure and how to cancel it.
Notes on when AE lock is automatically cancelled or not usable.
Using AEL button to show exposure differences for new compositions.
How to select auto bracketing mode and set the frame count and step width.
Taking bracketed shots and how to cancel auto bracketing mode.
Using mirror up to prevent vibration and its operational steps.
Mirror up delay operation, setting time, and cancellation methods.
Self timer setup, countdown time selection, and taking pictures.
How to turn off the self timer or cancel operation by powering down.
How to set interval time and repeat mode for shooting sequences.
Checking focus and framing, then pressing shutter to start interval sequence.
Setting shutter speed to 'B' (bulb) and preventing camera shake.
Introduction to TTL flash, Metz compatibility, and SCA 3952 Module.
Explains rear curtain sync and flash compensation settings.
Details on TTL flash, Metz compatibility, and the SCA 3952 Module.
How flash exposure is automated and corrected for filters or tubes.
Table showing how exposure modes affect shutter speed and aperture with flash.
Situations where using the Rear Curtain Sync Mode is recommended.
How to adjust flash compensation values using the Metz flash and adapter.
Guides on setting, selecting, and initializing user-defined camera functions.
A quick reference and detailed explanations of available custom functions.
How to select and store custom function settings for users A, B, or C.
How to select specific custom function items (C-01 to C-19) to configure.
How to select CF mode and user profiles A, B, or C.
Procedure to initialize or return settings for A, B, C to default.
Quick reference for custom function items, initial settings, and user profiles.
Detailed explanations for custom functions C-00 through C-09.
Detailed explanations for custom functions C-10 through C-19.
Details for C-97 to C-99, and LCD abbreviations.
Detailed technical specifications for the camera and digital back.
Information on troubleshooting, tripod sockets, power, and dimensions.
Details on camera format, image size, lens mount, and viewfinder.
Info on focusing screens, field of view, and viewfinder information display.
Specifications for autofocus method, focus area, and AF assist beam.
Details on AF lock, exposure modes, and metering modes.
Specs for metering range, exposure compensation, and AE lock.
Details on shutter type and shutter speed capabilities.
Settings for auto bracket shots, flash sync, and TTL flash control.
LCD displays, sync terminal, cable release, and remote control specs.
Self timer intervals, custom settings, and tripod socket information.
Power requirements, external power socket, and camera dimensions/weight.
