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NIKON AUTO WINDER AW-1
The Auto Winder AW-1 is installed on the Nikkormat ELW and makes possible the automatic film winding by one frame, of which speed is approx. 0.5 sec./frame (2 fps), by pressing the shutter button alone (Since there is no hand grip, you will need to utilise the camera's shutter release button to activate the operation).
This accessory, which is small in size and weight, is convenient for repeated shooting, since it allows you to take pictures without moving your eye from the viewfinder. However, just like any mid-range winders or motor drives, it can only offer film advance, and no power rewind is provided, you will still have to depress the film rewind button and use manual rewind.
FlLTERS
It is always advisible to use a filter on your lens. More on protection and sometimes for other specific application. You can remove it if you are not comfortable, if you just want the filter as a protective tool, then buy a cheap version that will do. Of coz' if the use of filter is essentiual, always buy the best that you can afford. Nikon filters, which Nikon stated are made of optical glass, ground and polished so that both surfaces are optically flat and parallel are a good consideration (But bloody expensive, B&W is another brand to consider). They are available in both screw-in and series mounts, depending on the lens.
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No exposure compensation for filters is necessary with the Nikkormat ELW, except the R-60, which is used for infrared photography. The built-in exposure meter reads only the light passing through the lens and therefore compensates for the loss of light. |
Lens Hoods
The use of a lens hood is recommended at all times to prevent extraneous light from striking the lens surface and causing flare or ghost, and also to protect the lens against damage. If you want to invest into a lens hood, always buy a Nikon lens hoods which come in four types depending on the lens: screw-in, snap-on, slip-in and built-in. Why Nikon ? Because they are calculated precisely for each focal-length Nikkor lens to provide maximum protection against stray light.
For example, to attach or remove the snap-on lens hood, simply depress the button on either side of the hood. The hood will also fit directly over a screw-in filter so both can be used on a lens at the same time. Use of more than one filter inconjunction with a lens hood may cause vignetting. When not in use, the snap-on hood can be reversed for storage on the lens, and the lens and its hood can be stored together in the eveready case.
OTHER ACCESSORIES
Eyepiece correction lenses
The nine eyepiece correction lenses are designed to permit nearsighted or farsighted users to view and focus without their glasses. Available in - 5, - 4, -3, -2, 0 +0.5, +1, +2 and +3 diopters, each representing the combined dioptry of the lens and the finder.
These lenses are screwed into the place from where the eyepiece window has been removed.
Finder eyecup
For the following situations, a finder eyecup is recommended:
- When the camera is in the sunlight and the subject is in the shade.
- When the stop-down method is used at small apertures.
- When a shaft of sunlight falls between the eye and the eyepiece.
This is used to
prevent light from entering through the eyepiece, making it easy to view the image,
and reduces errors in making light measurements. The viewfinder eyepiece is removed,
and th is eyecup is fitted on to the eyepiece frame. The combined unit is then screwed
into the original position for use.
Right angle viewing attachment
With the use of this unit, the field of view of the finder can be seen from above,
and copying, close-up picture taking, photomicrography, etc, can be done in more
comfortable positions. Remove the viewfinder eyepiece, and install this attachment
where the eyepiece was.
Flash unit coupler AS-2
Older Flash unit BC-7 can be installed without a cord.
Speedlight SB-3, SB-4, SB-5
These use the light sensor system and can be installed without a synch cord.
Cable release AR-3
Camera cases
* for Nikkormat ELW only
CH-3
Hard Case
CH-8 Hard Case (stored with Zoom-Nikkor 43 - 86 mm F3.5 mounted)
* for Nikkormat ELW attached
with Nikon Auto Winder AW-1
CH-9
Hard Case
CH-10 (stored with Zoom-Nikkor 43 - 86 mm F3.5 mounted)
In addition to these accessories, most of the accessory group for the Nikon F2 are
available for your Nikkormat ELW.
CAMERA CARE
Good camera care is common-sense care. Treat your Nikkormat ELW as you would any
valuable precision instrument. Although ruggedly constructed to stand the rigors
of normal use, it may still be damaged by shock, heat, water or misuse. Here are
some basic tips for keeping your camera in top condition:
Extreme temperature changes
Nikon claimed Nikkormat ELW will function faultlessly in a temperature range of 55°
to —15°C in their sales manual - well, I don't doubt their usual conservative
approach when dealing with such figures. But even if you are using the camera within
this stated range however, avoid suddenly exposing the camera to temperature extremes—i.e.,
taking it from the cold outdoors to the warm indoors or vice versa. The sudden, extreme
temperature change is apt to form deposits of atmospheric moisture such as sweat
beads or frost on the surfaces of the camera body (much like pipes sweating on a
hot summer day or winter frost accumulating on the inside of a window during the
dead of winter) which will develop into rust and damage the camera's tiny components
and electrical contacts. A good precautionary measure is to pack the camera in a
moisture-proof bag or a polyethylene bag, along with a silica gel dessicator— and
unpack only when the temperature inside the bag has risen or fallen to the ambient
level.
Storage
Keep the camera in an eveready or compartment case when not in use to protect it
from dust.
Avoid storing the camera in excessively hot, cold or damp places. Always attach a
body cap when the camera body is stored separately. Do not leave film in the camera
for a long period of time. Never leave the shutter or self-timer cocked if the camera
is to be stored overnight or longer.
Camera body
Clean the inside of the camera periodically using a soft brush. Do not exert pressure
on the shutter curtain as this may damage the curtain. Keep the mirror free from
fingerprints and dust; it should be cleaned only by a qualified serviceman. Special
care must also be taken when changing batteries to avoid damaging the battery chamber
and other parts of the mirror box.
Keep the camera away from water
Avoid excessive moisture. When using the camera near water, guard against splashes,
especially saltwater spray.
Never attempt to oil any part of the camera on your own
Lubrication should be left to an authorized serviceman.
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