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Yashica FX-70 - Setting the Film Speed; Shutter Selector Modes

Yashica FX-70
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odd numbers are indicated by dots marked between the even numbers. The orange-colored numbers "12", "20",
"24" and "36" correspond to the number of exposures in standard 35 mm film cartridges.
Setting the film speed
Proper film speed setting is necessary to assure correct film
exposure. The film speed number (ASA/ISO) in normally
indicated on the film box.
While pressing the film-speed dial release-button, rotate the
film speed dial until the ASA/ISO film speed number for the
film being used lines up with the exposure compensation index
mark "X1" (orange-colored). Then, release the button and
check to see that the dial is set on the proper click stop.4www.butkus.or g
Film Speed Values (ASA/ISO)
Shutter selector
This shutter controls the amount of time the film is exposed to
light. All shutter speeds on the FX-70 Quartz, including
"AUTO" (automatic exposure), "B" (bulb), and "X" (Flash
Sync-Speed), are controlled by an electronic circuit using a
highly accurate quartz oscillating element.
<Shutter Selector Modes>
"OFF"..... In this position, the batteries are turned off and the camera does not operate. When not using the
camera, set the shutter selector to this position to avoid unnecessary battery drain and accidental exposures.
"AUTO".... In this position, the shutter speed is automatically controlled to give correct film exposure for the
aperture setting selected, subject brightness, and speed of film being used. This setting is also used when
making flash pictures with the electronic flash unit CS-201 Auto, (or the Contax TLA20, TLA30).

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