Zenit EM - Page 9

9) Set the film speed dial according to the film sensitivity
used. The sensitivity scale ranging from 16 to 500 (see
figure 8) indicates the film sensitivity in ASA units. In
the opposite window, figures from 13 to 28 indicate the
film sensitivity in DIN degrees. Place the film speed
index mark according to the film sensitivity used either
in ASA units or in DIN degrees.
• SETTING THE LIGHT TIMER
The ZENIT EM camera is equipped with a built-in light
meter not coupled to the lens (see figure 9). The light
meter permits reading the light intensity on the subject.
Two adjustments must be made to ensure a correct ex¬
posure: shutter speed and aperture of the lens. The photo¬
electric cell enables you to compute these adjustments.
fig 8
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