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The three-motors system construction
of the EOS-1n RS as explained on the previous page has a slight change in motor 2
function. As with the EOS-1N with PBD-E1 configuration, it also provides high-speed continuous
AF shooting and full-time
electronic manual focusing. * when operating in RS Mode, performance is
slightly diferent, refer
to the table on page 2.
Generally, when using manual focusing with EOS cameras, manual follow-focusing of
moving subjects is possible during continuous shooting with EF lenses equipped with
a mechanical full-time manual focusing mechanism. However, with USM-driven electronic
manual focusing lenses, one of the following two types of conditions apply, depending
on the camera model.
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In other words, virtuall ALL previous Canon EOS SLR camera models are designed such that electronic manual focusing is impossible during exposure. However, since the EOS-1n RS lets the photographer view the subject at all times - even during continuous exposure - manual follow-focusing of moving subjects is made possible through a special function that allows the user to carry out electronic manual focusing during exposure. This function is available in RS mode only, and only when there are two or more bars displayed by the battery check indicator. If the battery voltage falls to the point where only one bar is displayed in the LCD panel (when the camera switches to auto speed reduction L mode, and the film transport mode indicator blinks in the display), this operation will not be executed smoothly or even not possible. |
Internally, there are some construction
differences compared to EOS-1N model.Some of these have been discussed and compared
via
the table presented earlier;
some other missing links are here (a techical guy told me there involved with some
15 or more changes):-
1) pericle mirror.
2) focusing screen which is not replaceable by the user.
3) Change in the tasks of the M2 motor, as shown below:-
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M2 rotation direction |
EOS-1N RS |
EOS-1N with PBD-E1 |
basic EOS-1N |
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Normal rotation |
Film rewinding |
Film rewinding |
Film rewinding |
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Reverse rotation |
Sub-mirror drive, and release of shutter's dual-layer light blocking mechanism & body release mechamsm |
Not used |
Drives mechanisms and shutter charging |
3) Independent drive system for the sub-mirror.
4) The sub-mirror for AF is driven independently by the second motor (M2).
4) Change of the contact seat shape in the MEF (Mount Inter-Face).
Ile shape was partially changed due to use of the HC-N pericle mirror and a fixed mirror retainer.
5) Change of the shape (thin metal plate) of the AF unit's light-blocking cover.
6) Change of the AF unit mount surface (moved to the front plate).
7) Film transport unit gear ratio increased.
Change in the shape of the pattern used on the film control signal printed circuit board.
8) Film rewinding gear ratio increased.
9) Change of the mechanism charge unit specifications. The EOS-1N with PBD-E1's mechanism charge unit charges both the mirror and shutter mechanisms. In the RS model, only the shutter mechanism is charged.
10) PDB attachment knob removed.
11) May have also change in the camera operation sequence control software as well as data communications contents and transmission method as it is now a 10 fps camera + more...
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In the instuction manual for the Canon EOS-1N RS, I have compiled some selective information relating to this model. To summarize the advantages the Pellicle Mirror equipped EOS-1N in the EOS-1RS:
a. While looking through the viewfinder, you can see
the image at the moment of exposure.
b. While looking through the viewfinder, you can confirm whether the flash is synchronized.
c. Even during continuous shooting, the subject’s image in the viewfinder is steady.
d. For flash photography at slow shutter speeds, it is easier to decide the timing
of the flash.
e. For multiple flash exposures or multiple exposures on a single frame, it is easier
to set the composition.
f. You can notice any camera shake during the moment of exposure.
Note: Load the batteries in the same way as
for the EOS-1 N HS model. The EOS-1 N RS’s battery magazine cannot be separated from
the camera body. Therefore, the battery magazine cannot be replaced with the GR-E1
normal grip or the BP-E1 size AA battery pack.
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In the RS mode, please note that:- |
Custom functions (Custom Function F12):- Beeping
when the subject is in focus during One Shot autofocus or manual focus can be turned
on or off.
Film advance mode: -
Single frame advance After a
shot is taken, the film will advance by one frame at the same speed as during continuous
shooting.
Low-speed/High-speed continuous shooting For as
long as the shutter button is pressed completely, continuous shooting will continue
at the speeds shown in the table below;-
| Continuous shooting speed according to AF mode (frames/sec. at shutter speeds 1/250 or faster) | Battery service life in terms of film rolls | |
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 Figures are based on Canon tests using new batteries, an EF 50mm f/1.4 lens, and 24-exposure film. Figures in parentheses indicate the number of 36-exposure rolls. Filmless camera operations and autofocus operations will reduce the above figures. |
IMPORTANT EOS-1 N RS Operation Notes:-
*1 When the shutter button is pressed lightly, there
will be a sound as if the shutter was released. This is only the shutter's rear curtain
positioning itself.
*2 Use a blower brush to lightly blow off any dust from the pellicle mirror. If the
mirror is really dirty, DON'T attempt to use other methods. seek advices from Canon
Service Center.
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*3 During self-timer operation, etc., when the eyepiece is left uncovered, light entering through the eyepiece may affect the proper exposure setting. It may even strike the film. Be sure to cover the eyepiece with the eyepiece shutter. |
*9 When the EF 50mm f/1.0L USM lens is used, vignetting
will occur due to the frame holding the fixed pellicle mirror in place.
*10 When custom function CF-4 is set to “1” (AF
operation with the AE lock button and AE lock with the shutter button pressed halfway)
and the RS mode is used, allow the autofocus operation to be completed before pressing
the shutter button halfway.
*11 If the shutter button is pressed halfway, the autofocus will not operate even
when the AE lock button is pressed.
*12 If the AE lock button is pressed and the shutter button is pressed halfway during
the autofocus operation, the aperture will stop down after focusing is achieved.
*13 Do not use Command Back E1 if you want a high continuous shooting speed. Using
Command Back E1 while in the RS mode will give a maximum continuous shooting speed
of only 1 frame/sec. even without any data being imprinted. Also, if data is imprinted,
the maximum continuous shooting speed will vary depending on the film’s ISO rating.
For ISO 64 film, it will be 4 frames/sec.
*14 In the RS mode, AEB cannot be used
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