Exposure Compensation Adjustment:
Adjustments for Focusing Screens
Light transmission properties vary somewhat with focusing screen type, thus occasionally requiring exposure correction to compensate for the combined effects of the lens/screen combination in use.
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Unlike modern electronic SLRs that usually provide with an exposure compensation dial or button to fine tune exposure in AE mode, the Nikon F2 needs to adjust expoure reading via manual way, use the ASA is a quick way if you don't want to make use of adjusting aperture or shutter speed which also denote the amount of correction necessary in f/stops. To adjust the DP-3 for the indicated f/stop correction, lift and turn the ASA film- speed index ring until the ASA value for the film in use is aligned with the appropriate mark engraved on the ring. |
Adjustments for Film Compensation Some exposure correction may be necessary when certain types of films are used for copying or photomicrography applications; the amount of correction required, however, will depend on the type of film and the specific application.
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The following table lists the exposure corrections in f/stops required for various film/shooting requirements. Compensation is possible by adjusting the shutter speed or the aperture by the indicated amount; also, compensation is possible by adjusting the ASA film-speed index ring. In the example shown, the index ring is set so that the red mark is aligned with ASA 50; this setting is the correct position to achieve a one-stop increase in exposure (three scale graduations equal one stop) as required when performing photomicrography (see table) using ASA 100 panchromatic film. |
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Original/Type of Film |
Repro/Slide Copying |
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B/W/Color |
Letters/Figures on Light Background |
Letters/Figures on Dark Background |
Photomicrography |
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Panchromatic Film for general use |
No Compensation required |
+ 1-1/2 Stop |
- 1/2 Stop |
+ 1 Stop |
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The DP-3 finder has a ready-light built in for use with Nikon Speedlight Units. This unique feature provides for greater ease of operation during flash photography, as the photographer need not remove his eye from the eyepiece to check if the Speedlight Unit is ready for the next exposure. |
The built-in lamp lets the photographer know the condition of the flash (either "ready" when on, or "not ready" when off) at all times even while viewing. (For additional information, see the instruction manual supplied with your Speedlight.)
Care,
maintenance and handling:
Your F2SB Photomic Finder DP-3 is durable. However, it also deserves the same care
you would give any precision instrument. Follow the simple precautions given
below and the finder will give you many years of dependable performance.
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· Always attach or remove the finder properly. Do not use excessive force in either case. |
Credit: Image of this early non-Ai Nikon F2SB / DP3 metered prism coutesy of: Russell Gough® <rpg@daytonadvd.com>". Russell also has a EBAY STORE on his own. All images appeared herein are Copyright © 2003. All rights reserved. Please respect the visual property of the contributing photographer.
Specifications:
Type of Unit: Interchangeable
finder for Nikon F2 cameras, no modification or adjustment required for mounting
Light measuring method: Thru-the-lens
(TTL) Centre-Weighted system,
both
full-aperture and stop-down measurement possible
Exposure indication: three
light-emitting diodes (LED) within the finder and one atop the prism housing.
Film-speed range: ASA 12-6400.
Metering range: EV -2 ~ 17 at ASA 100
(8 sec. at f/1 .4 to 1/2000 sec. at f/8.0 at 1/2000 sec. with 50mm f/1.4 lens).
Aperture coupling range: f/1.2 - f/32.
Shutter-speed coupling range: 1-1/2000 sec., plus B via direct coupling; 10
to 2 sec. via manual override.
Maximum aperture setting range: f/1.2 - f/5.6.
Meter switch: Camera film-advance lever switches meter on and off.
Battery check: Provided.
Ready-light contact: Provided
Batteries: Two 1.5V silver-oxide batteries (button-cell type) mounted in camera body
Dimension:
78 x 43 x 66mm
Weight: 230g
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The soft rubber finder eyecup screws directly onto the finder eyepiece to Prevent extraneous light from entering the viewfinder. When using an eyepiece correction lens with a finder eyecup, it is recommended to use the Nikkormat type eyecup. First, fit the lens into the eyecup in advance. Then screw the assembly onto the finder eyepiece. |
Eyepiece Correction Lenses
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The nine eyepiece correction lenses are designed to permit nearsighted and farsighted users to view and focus without their glasses. Available in -2, -3, -4, -5, 0, +0.5, +1, +2 and +3 diopters, each representing the combined dioptre of the lens and the finder. Simply screw into the finder eyepiece. |
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