Nikon F Photomic-T User Manual

Details camera type, lens mount, shutter, and film advance features.

Details exposure meter type, range, scales, and battery requirements.

Covers flash synchronization, physical dimensions, and weight.

Instructions for using the Eveready case and important safety warnings.

Guide from opening back to securing film for first shot.

Explains the automatic exposure counter's operation and reset.

Details the film load indicator and film-type reminder dial.

Techniques for holding the camera and using tripods/cable releases.

Interpreting split-image and matted areas for accurate focusing.

Adjusting focus with the ring and reading the distance scale.

Setting speeds using the selector and understanding Bulb/Time exposures.

How to preset apertures and use the depth-of-field preview button.

Using the film advance lever and rewinding/removing exposed film.

Explains depth-of-field factors and reading color-coded lens scales.

Operation of the preview button and caution against shutter release.

How to set time delays, use for stability, and cancel the timer.

Explains the two primary metering methods and their general procedure.

Steps for setting film speed and centering the meter needle.

Saving battery power, filter use, and compensating for scene contrast.

Explains causes for discontinuous needle movement and out-of-range conditions.

Tips for avoiding light entering the eyepiece and measuring dark subjects.

Procedure for stop-down metering and lens-specific method choices.

Instructions for replacing batteries and important safety notes.

Steps for locking the mirror up and returning it to normal position.

Steps for exchanging the camera's finder and focusing screens.

Overview of screen types and guidance on selecting the best for lenses.

Detailed descriptions of various viewfinder screen designations.

Guidance on choosing exposure methods and compensating with screens.

Procedures for lens handling and important safety cautions.

Details on Nikkor lenses, including angles, focus, and exposure methods.

Information on specialized lenses like Fish-eye and PC-Nikkor.

How to mount flash units and set synchronization for bulbs and electronic flashes.

Procedures for double exposures and focusing for infrared shots.

Identifies the film plane reference point on the camera.

Details on motor drives, battery packs, and relay boxes.

Information on filter types, sizes, and how to choose them.

Description of snap-on and screw-in lens hoods and their benefits.

Details the parts of a film cassette and how to open it.

Instructions for loading and unloading film into cassettes in the dark.

Lists accessories for motor drives, flashes, and viewfinder systems.

Lists various lenses, filters, hoods, cases, and other attachments.

Instructions for cleaning the camera body, lens, and important cautions.