VOIGTLANDER VITO User Manual

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VOIGTLANDER VITO Specifications

General

Film Format	35mm
Lens Options	Fixed
Shutter Speeds	1 - 1/300 sec, B
Focus	Manual
Viewfinder	Optical viewfinder
Film Advance	Manual
Type	Rangefinder
Shutter	Prontor

Summary

Getting the Camera Ready

Setting the film speed

Adjusts camera sensitivity to match loaded film type.

Inserting the film

Step-by-step guide for loading film into the camera.

Setting the film counter

Sets the exposure count for the loaded film roll.

The film indicator

Visual reminder of the inserted film type.

Setting the Exposure and Aperture

Preset the shutter speed

Selects the correct shutter speed for desired exposure.

Align the two pointers in the viewfinder

Matches aperture to shutter speed for correct exposure.

Setting the Distance

Setting the Distance on the VITO CL

Focus adjustment for the VITO CL model using the distance scale.

Setting the Distance on the VITO CLR

Focus adjustment for the VITO CLR model using the distance scale.

Aperture and Depth of Field

Reading the depth of field

Interprets camera scales to understand the range of sharpness.

Camera Operation Details

Voigtländer Crystal-Frame Viewfinder

Explains the features and functionality of the viewfinder.

Releasing

Proper technique for smooth shutter release to avoid blur.

Rapid winding lever

Operation of the lever for film advance and shutter tensioning.

Advanced Features and Accessories

Self-timer

Uses the self-timer for delayed exposures.

Synchronized Flash Shots

Guidance on using flash with the camera for photography.

Speed and aperture for flash shots

Setting camera parameters for flash photography.

Voigtländer Filters

Overview of available lens filters and their photographic effects.

Close-ups with the VITO CLR Proximeter

Using the Proximeter accessory for close-up photography.

Close-ups with the VITO CL Camera

Close-up techniques for the VITO CL using Focar lenses.

Instructions for use of focar lenses

Detailed instructions for using Focar lenses for close-ups.

Photography Tips and Camera Care

Photographing against the Light

Techniques for shooting subjects backlit by light sources.

Hints for Colour Photographs

Tips for achieving better results with color film.

Meter Readings... in a Nutshell

Basic principles for taking accurate exposure meter readings.

Unloading the Camera... after the Last Exposure

Procedures for rewinding and removing exposed film.

Changing Partly Exposed Films

How to swap out partially used film rolls.

CARE OF THE CAMERA AND LENS

Guidelines for maintaining and cleaning the camera and its lens.