Canon AE-1 PROGRAM User Manual

With few exceptions (noted in the instructions
for the accessory), stopped-down metering is
necessary whenever you insert
an accessory be-
tween the camera and
lens for close-up photo-
graphy. .
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1. If you insert an accessory designed for
AUTOMATIC diaphragm control. such as the
Auto Bellows or Bellows FL, between the
camera and
ANY lens, follow the steps (p . 57)
for stopped-down metering.
2.
If you insert an accessory designed for
MANUAL diaphragm control, such as M
Extension Tubes or
Bellows M, between the
camera and a NON-FD
lens, follow the steps
(p . 57) for stopped-down metering. Turn the
A-M ring of an FL lens to "M" for taking the
shot (not necessary if Canon Macro Auto Ring
and
Double Cable Release are used).
3. If you insert an accessory designed for
MANUAL diaphragm control between the
camera and
an FD lens, unless you use the
Canon Macro Auto Ring and Double Cable
Release,
first set the lens for manual dia-
phragm
control before mounting it on the
accessory. Then
follow the steps (p . 57) for
stopped-down metering.
Note
The instructions w i th the access or y will tell you
wheth er or not ma nu al dia phr a gm c ont rol is ne ces-
sar
y. The pr ocedure differ s according to the ty pe of
lens. See page 62.

Canon AE-1 PROGRAM Specifications

General

Brand	Canon
Model	AE-1 PROGRAM
Category	Film Camera
Language	English