Olympus OM-2 - Holding the Camera

HOLDING THE CAMERA
Proper camera handling is important in assuring the sharp-
est possible
pictures.
Holding the Camera Horizontally
Keep both elbows close to the body . Especially keep the
left elbow close to the body to steady the camera.
Putting the Camera into Operation
The aperture ring, focusing ring and shutter speed ring are
so arranged as to enable you one hand operation with left
fingers right up to the moment the shutter is released.
Hold your breath at the moment of shutter release.
Transport the film advance lever with your right thumb and
squeeze the release button smoothly using the cushion, not
the tip, of your index finger.
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Holding the Camera Vertically
For vertical shooting, keep one elbow close to your body
and press the camera tightly against your forehead.
NOTE: Steady yourself against any nearby support (su ch as
a tree, fence, or wall) whenever possible.
NOTE: For telephotography , or slow shutter speed photo ·
graphy , it is recommended to use a tripod and hold the
camera steady with your hands .