Yashica FX-3 SUPER 2000 User Manual

Yashica FX-3 FX-7
(Super 2000)
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* This manual contains the instructions for both the Yashica FX-3 Super and FX-7 Super. However, the
illustrations used in it are those of the FX-3 Super with a Yashica ML 50 mm F1.9 lens. The procedure is
exactly the same for both models, and when equipped with other interchangeable lenses.
CONTENTS
Description of Parts 6
Mounting and Dismounting the Lens 10
Battery Installation 12
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Yashica FX-3 SUPER 2000 Specifications

Camera Specifications

camera type	35 mm single-lens reflex camera with focal plane shutter
negative size	24 x 36 mm
lens mount	Contax/Yashica mount
shutter speeds	B (bulb), 1 to 1/1000 sec. (12 steps)
flash synchronization	X contact hotshoe (1/125 sec. or slower)
self-timer delay	10 seconds
exposure metering type	Through-the-lens, full-aperture center weighted light metering with SPD cell
metering range	EV 2--18 (ASA 100 and 50 mm F1.4 lens)
film speed range	ASA 12--1600
exposure meter power source	Two 1.5 V alkaline (LR44) or 1.55 V silver oxide (SR44) batteries
viewfinder type	Eye-level, pentarism finder
viewfinder coverage	92% field of view
viewfinder magnification	0.91X (with 50 mm lens at infinity)
focusing screen	Split-image/microprism
viewfinder information	Display of correct exposure, over- and underexposure with 3 LEDs
film advance	Lever with 130° stroke and 20° stand-off
film rewind	Film rewind crank
exposure counter	Additive, auto reset

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	135 (W) x 84.5 (H) x 50 (D) mm
weight	445 g (without batteries)