Praktica BX 20 User Manual

Praktica BX 20
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Praktica BX 20 Specifications

General

Brand	Praktica
Model	BX 20
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English

Summary

Guide to Individual Parts

Winding Lever

Controls film winding and shutter cocking. Crucial for preparing the camera for a shot.

Shutter Release

Activates the shutter to take a picture. Key interface for capturing images.

Shutter Speed Dial

Selects shutter speeds for exposure control.

Aperture Setting Ring

Controls the lens aperture for exposure and depth of field.

Focusing Ring

Adjusts lens focus to achieve sharp images.

Film Speed Dial

Sets the camera to match the film's ISO/ASA sensitivity.

Memory and Battery Check Key

Checks battery status and stores exposure readings.

Hot Shoe with Center Contact

Mount for external flash units with electronic connection.

Indicator of Exposure Compensation

Shows and allows adjustment of exposure compensation.

Lid of Battery Compartment

Covers and protects the battery compartment.

Inserting the Batteries

Checking the Battery

Opening the Back

Inserting the Film

Closing the Back

Preparing to Shoot

Setting the Film Speed

Automatic Shutter Speed Control

Preselecting the Aperture

Automatic Mode, Indication

Shutter Release

Locking the Metered Value (Exposure Lock - AEL)

Exposure Compensation

Semi-Automatic Mode

Holding the Camera

Flash Photography

Changing the Lens

Focusing

Depth-of-Field Indication

Infrared Photography

Locking the Release Button

Self-Timer

Changing the Film

Care of the Camera