VOIGTLANDER BESSA-L User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BESSA-L

VOIGTLANDER BESSA-L Specifications

Shutter and Exposure

shutter speed range	B, 1-1/2000sec
exposure coupling range	EV4-19 (ISO 100, F4, 1sec.-F16, 1/2000sec)
exposure metering system	Center-weighted average metering

Power

power source	Two 1.5V Alkaline batteries (LR44) or Silver batteries (SR44)
flash synchronization	1/125 sec or lower speed
film speed range	ISO 25-1600 by 1/3 steps

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	135.5(W) 78.5(H) 33.5(D)mm
weight	320g

Summary

Attaching and Detaching Accessories

Lens Mounting and Removal

How to attach and detach lenses from the camera body.

Powering the Camera

Inserting Batteries

Steps for correctly inserting the required batteries.

Battery Status Check

Loading and Setting Film

Loading Film

Step-by-step guide for inserting and preparing film.

Film Advancement Check

Film Speed Setting

How to set the filmspeed selector dial for correct exposure.

Exposure Control

Shutter Speed Priority

Adjusting exposure by setting shutter speed first.

Aperture Priority

Adjusting exposure by setting aperture first.

Focusing and Composition

Framing with the Viewfinder

Focusing the Lens

Understanding Depth-of-Field

Film Rewinding

Rewinding Exposed Film

Step-by-step instructions for rewinding the film.

Special Settings

"B" (Bulb) Setting

Self-Timer Operation