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Congratulations on your purchase of the Mamiya 6 MF,
Succeeding the New Mamiya 6, the Mamiya 6 MF is the latest addition to the
Mamiya 6
medium format field thanks to Mamiya’s stress on “originality and reliability
qualities that have become synonymous with the very name Mamiya.
A combination of Mamiya’s traditional precision workmanship and modern
aesthetics, the 6 MF can take photos in any of three formats ( 6 x
the wide panoramic format using an adapter with 135 film
Featuring automatic exposure
exhibits the versatility of a 35mm camera, while assuring high quality medium
format pictures, The retractable lens mount, which allows the lens to be partially
recessed into the camera body, further adds to the camera’s compactness while
protecting the lens.
The 6 MF also comes with three types of high perfomance interchangeable
lenses
satisfy a variety of photographic prerequisites.
While the 6 MF has undergone extensive quality control checks, it is extremely
important that this manual be read carefully before attempting to use the camera.
A thorough understanding of just how and why your new camera work will eliminate
potential misuse and ensure a long service life.
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x
6cm format series which has become the world’s standard in the
6cm,
6 x 4.5cm and
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(AE)
control, the 6 MF is compact, light weight and
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the standard (75mm),wide angle
(50mm),
and telephoto
(15Omm) -
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Special
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Features of the
Nomenclature andFunctional
Preparatory
Mounting/RemovingLenses
HOW to
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Loading the Film
ShutterSpeed
ShutterrReleaseButton
LEDIndicatorsintheViewfinder
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AE (Automatic Exposure)
AE
Lock
Steps for
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Loading the Film
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Depth-of-Field
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Exposure Compensation
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TimeeExposures
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Flash
Photography
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InfraredPhotography
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Emergency Winding-Stop
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How to Hold the Camera
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Photography
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Lenses..
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Accessories
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Specificationss
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TroubleShooting
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CameraCare
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Camera Storage and
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Three Size Multiple Formats
Mamiya 6 MF
In addition to the attractive 6 x 6cm square format which assures
multifaceted
using the 6 x
panoramic format using 35mm film with the optional
adapter Set, Thus, these multipurpose formats greatly enhance
the photographer’s potential creations.
Compact and Light Weight 6 x 6
Quick
Although the Mamiya 6 MF is a 6 x 6cm format camera, its
versatility is comparable to that of a 35mm camera and allows for
fast operation, thus serving particularly well for covering wedding,
parties, sports as well as a host of other photographic venues.
Innovative Retractable Lens Mount/Compact and Safe
The interchangeable lenses fit on a retractable lens mount
which reduces storage depth by 31 mm.
The lens barrels and mount are made of a tough, durable light
weight aluminum alloy that promises a long service life even
under the roughest professional use.
Automatic Exposure(AE)/Simplicity at Your Fingertips
Utilizing the latest in electronic technology, the Mamiya 6 MF
aperture- priority AE control guarantees simplicity in all camera
operations, Simply
with a soft touch of the electromagnetic release, every photogra-
pher can avail himself of a negative area that is a significant
3.6X larger than the
composition,
4.5cm
the Mamiya 6 MF is also capable of
format frame mask and the wide 24 x 54mm
Format / Versatile and
by
focusing the lens and actuating the shutter
35mm
format.
Panoramic
Double-lmage Superimposing Rangefinder/Precise and
Accurate
Focusing has been enhanced and errors substantially
nated due to the rangefinder’s long 60mm base, while the precision
ground pentaprism guarantees the clearest and most
photos possible. When mounting any one of the three lenses,
the corresponding frames in the field of view in the viewfinder
are automatically selected, and parallax is automatically compensated for.
LED Display/A Variety of Safety Features
The user will find all relevant data on LED display
shutter speed, as well as over or under exposure indication. A
blinking red LED signals when an erroneous photographic step
has been taken.
A self-timer with a 10 second delay and electronic flash
synchronization at all shutter speeds are additional features.
Wide Angle, Standard and Telephoto Lenses
The high contrast, color balance and resolving power of Mamiya
multi-coated, high performance lenses reflect the latest optical
discoveries. The short flange focal distance design of these
lenses contributes substantially to their outstanding quality.
The wide angle lens, in particular, transmits large amounts
of peripheral light, resulting in corner to corner sharpness. The
image quality produced by these new Mamiya lenses is unsurpassed, regardless of the subject matter
industrial, scientific, fashion or portrait photography.
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be it landscape, aerial,
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[Retracted - locked]
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[Extended - ready to use]
The retractable lens mount greatly reduces
the profile of the Mamiya 6 MF. making it
more convenient to store and carry.
When not in use the lens mount,
retracts into the body for storage
and reduces the overall size of
the camera.
(The mount slides 31mm into and
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out of the body - depending on its
being in the operational or storage
mode.)
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(“A”
retracts first, then
lens retracts)
"B"
coupled
with
the
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Exposure compensation scale
Film
speed window
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Retractable lens mount
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Internal bellows
Rangefinder coupling pin
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Retraction/extension button
Press this button to retract the lens for
st
orage. or pull it out for operation.
(ISO)
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AEL release button
Film selector
Exposure compensation lock
release button
Film holder roller
Film type (120 or
Pressure plate
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Self-timer lever (
c)
)
Synchro-socket ( f
Viewfinder eyepiece
Rubber eyecup
carrying strap lug
Film spool stud
7
)
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Body cap
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In
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order to attach the lens, first pull out the
lens mount and remove the camera body
cap. To do this, while pressing the retraction/
extension button (A) in, pull the lens mount
out by gripping the cross bar of the lens cap.
Then, while pressing the lens release button
(B) in, rotate the cap counterclockwise, and
align the groove (C) on the cap’s side with
the lens alignment dot (D) on the body. The
body cap can then be pulled out.
*The lens release button cannot be pressed
when the light shield curtain is open. So make sure
the curtain is closed. For curtain
see page 13.
opening/closing
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[Mounting lens]
Remove the front and rear lens caps.
a
The front lens cap can be removed by
pressing in the tabs on the right and left
with your fingers and pulling the cap
towards you.
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The rear lens cap can be removed by
rotating it counterclockwise.
[Removing lens]
Like removing the camera body cap, while
pressing in the lens release button (B),
rotate the lens in the direction of the arrow
until the lens alignment dot is lined up
with the white alignment dot (D) on the
camera body.
Changing lens
When changing lens, pull out the retractable
mount and proceed to the action mode.
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Through mounting the lens is possible with the
mount retracted, removing it is not possible. (Interlocks!)
t
When the
is
release button will not work, preventing lens release.
+ Particularly
care so that the rear rim of the lens does not
the body’s rangefinder coupling cam.
*When the lens has been removed and film
remains in the camera body, avoid exposure to
direct
mount is retracted, or if the
open
when trying to remove the lens, the lens
when mounting the 50mm lens, take
sunlight as film fogging may result.
light baffle
touch
Align Lens Alignment Dot (E) With the
Camera Alignment Dot
into the camera body. Then
(D).
Insert the lens
turn
the lens in
the direction of the arrow until it clicks and
locks into place.
[CAUTION]
Gold Plated Electronic contacts
mount and at the rear of each lens. If oil, dirt, or other foreign matter
collects on the contacts poor electronic
result. When soiled, use a piece of clean cloth to wipe
thoroughly before installing the lens. Also,
not to touch them. (Position the front face of the lens which has
are
provided inside the retractable
information transfer
may
them
use the utmost care so as
been removed as shown in the photo.)
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[Pulling out the retractable
mount]
lens mount]
[Retracting (
storing) the lens
1. While pressing in the retraction button
(A) on the camera body in the direction of
the arrow, pull out the lens and lens mount
until it clicks.
2. When both have been pulled out, take
your figners off the retraction button, and
make sure that both are completely pulled
out.
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~ The camera is a precision instrument.
When
working
the retractable lens ~
sure
mount, be
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dllng.
to avoid
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abusive
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1. While pressing in the retraction button
(A) on the camera body in the direction of
the arrow, push the lens straight in towards
the camera body.
2.
When the lens mount has been retracted
in place, take your fingers off the button and
make sure that the lens is securely seated
in the camera body.
*Once the lens mount is retracted. a safety
mechanism is actuated to prevent the lens from
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being removed and the shutter released.
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+
When the shutter release button is touched
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slightly (when the batteries are in the chamber) a
red LED lights in the upper right corner of the view-
The camera will not
out
batteries.
1. Remove the battery chamber cover on
the bottom of the camera with a coin or
screwdriver.
2.
“+”
is indicated on the inside of the
battery, chamber cover. Insert the two batteries, being sure to properly place each
battery with the “+” side up, facing the
cover.
[Batteries]
The Mamiya 6 MF uses either two
silver oxide batteries or two LR44 alkaline
manganese batteries.
function
with-
SR44
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[Battery check]
1.
Power can be turned on/off with the
small lever beside the shutter release button.
(ON) Align the white dot on the lever with
the white dot on the camera body.
(OFF) Align the white dot on the lever with
the red dot on the camera body.
2.
When the power is turned ON and the
shutter release button is touched slightly,
the shutter speed is indicated on the left
side of the viewfinder and a red LED indicator lights on the upper right side indicating
that power is normal.
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When battery power drops below normal. or
when the batteries have been inserted improperly.
the shutter
does not light
* When the shutter release button is lightly touched.
speed
does not show and the red LED
.
CAUTION:
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Be sure to confirm proper polarity of the bat-
teries before inserting them.
Do not contaminate the battery surface with oil.
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sweat. or other foreign matter. Failure to
clean batteries could result in
contact.
When contaminated, carefully wipe with a dry
cloth, or clean lens tissue.
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After the camera has been used for many hours
of photographing. or has been inactive for a long
time,
insert
*When the camera is used in low temperatures,
[Spare batteries]
new batteries.
battery performance deteriorates: below 0%.
use new batteries as needed.
Can be stored inside the body
poor
cap.
insert
electrical
If the power
lights up when the
pressed,
on/off
lever is left ON, the LED
shutter
resulting
in early
Be sure to keep the
release button is
battery
depletion.
on/off lever OFF.
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Before opening/closing the light
shield curtain, be sure to cock
the shutter, otherwise, it will not
open/close.
[Closing the light shield curtain]
CAUTION:
Never touch the light shield curtain or the
bellows. If touched, light leakage or a mal-
function may result.
To open the
light
low the arrow "
light shield curtain, slide the
shield curtain release lever along lo
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down and right. This
will cause curtain to snap open.
The light shield lever indicator
line) is then aligned with
” 3 "
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(a white
Rotate the light shield closing lever in the
fol-
direction of the arrow, away from the open
position
cator on the lever with
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Cannot be removed. Close the curtain to remove
the lens.
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ter cannot be released.
When taking a picture, open the light shield curtain.
(If the light shield curtain is closed, a red LED will
indicate that it is closed.)
" 3
" and align the white indi-
”
When the light shield curtain is open, the lens
When the light shield curtain is closed, the shut-
@ " to close.
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Before using the camera, it is advisable to
understand how it works
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Power
on/off
lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set to ON.
T
Film advance lever
f
Light shield curtain
‘1:
Retractable lens mount
(Photographing position) (See page 11)
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>
Back cover
‘I‘
Release the
Note:
If the shutter is not released, a red (LED) in the
viewfinder will light;
..__...,,.......___.........,,,......, Open.
shutter
repeat
(See page 12)
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Wind the lever to
cock the shutter.
. . . . . . . . . . . Open.
(See page 13)
. . . .
. . . Pull out.
page 15)
page 19)
steps @ to @ again.
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[Setting the film speed]
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[Opening/closing the back cover] [Setting the film type]
While depressing the back cover lock button, simultaneously push down the lock
lever in the direction of the arrow and the
back will open.
When closing the back cover, securely
press both
corners until it clicks.
This camera can use either 120 or 220/135
film, To set the type of film used, simply
rotate the pressure plate in the direction of
the arrow until the white dot is at
“220/135”.
When set, “120” or
"220/135" will
“120” or
appear in
the small window under the memo clip.
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[Memo clip]
The
memo
hold the film box to serve as a convenient
clip on the back cover is used
reminder of the type of film in the camera or
for recording the date.
to
1.
Push the spool release lever of right side
to the right, and install the take-up spool in
the take-up
lower spool stud up.
spool
chamber, then push the
2.
Like installing the take-up
the spool release lever of left side to the left.
place a
roll
ing
backing paper is in the
above.
of film in the film chamber, mak-
sure it
seats properly. Make
position
spool,
push
sure
the
illustrated
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3. When the new roll has
been
inserted, be
sure to reset the lower spool stud by
sing it in. (Also, be sure to reset the take-up
spool stud in a similar manner.)
4. Pull out the backing paper, and insert the
tip into the slot on the take-up spool as
tured.
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pic-
5. Wind the film advance lever until the
small arrow (the starting indicator on the
backing paper) aligns with the film starting
indicator
( 7 ) on the camera body. Then
close the back cover.
6.
Wind the film advance until it stops and
“1” appears in the exposure counter
window.
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Make sure backing paper advances evenly be-
tween the spool
slant. If it advances unevenly,
paper from the take-up spool and refeed, starting
again.
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the
film is not properly aligned with the
indicator. the film may be improperly loaded.
. When any other numeral than
the exposure counter window, it is an indication
that the film is loaded. So do not open!
. Do not pull excessively on the backing paper,
and do not load/unload the film in direct sunlight:
bright light may fog the film.
* Tightly
a couple of times. If this is not done, light may
enter from the
unloaded.
flanges
and does not begin to
remove
“S”
wind
the backing paper around the
spool flanges when
the backing
‘7”
appears in
spool
the film is
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The Mamiya 6 MF has an aperture-priority, AE lens shutter. Once the aperture and
film speed are set, the AE meter selects a
proper shutter speed in relation to the set
aperture. Under the manual photographic
mode, proper shutter speed is indicated by
a red LED within the
viewfinder.
1. To set the diaphragm to a desired aperture, rotate the aperture ring (A) until the
appropriate figure is aligned with the central red index line (B). (Click stops are provided at each engraved aperture number
but the diaphragm can be set also for intermediate stops.)
[Determining the shutter speed]
2. Rotate
either the A(AE) or manual mode for photographing.
Rotate the dial to align it with the white
index line
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At A or AEL, the
released by
(A) in the center of
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In any
speed dial
stop: it
cannot be used at an in between setting.
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lntermediate Diaphragm settings (between click
stops) are possible Intermediate Shutter Speeds
(between engraved numbers) are not
the shutter speed dial and select
(-)
on the camera body.
dial is locked.
pressing
the AE lock release button
position
must
dial.
other than A or AEL, the shutter
moves
freely from click-stop to click-
be set on a specific
The lock can be
click-stop
possible
Shutter speed dial:
A; Automatic exposure
Based on the aperture setting, the
camera automatically selects the shutter speed.
AEL; AE lock
The camera memorizes the aperture
when shutter release
touched slightly so that, even when
the position of the subject or
changes, a picture can be taken with
the initial aperture setting and is not
affected by changes in light.
B.
Bulb
exposure
At this position, the shutter will remain
open as long as the shutter release
button is pressed.
Shutter controls
and
On the shutter speed dial the yellow
numbers indicate the number of whole
seconds while the white numbers indicate fractions of seconds.
Example: “4” indicates 4 seconds
while 125 indicates 1/125 seconds.
button
camera
is
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Viewfinder display
The
shutter
that pressure can be applied in
When it is lightly touched, correct metering
data is displayed on the left side of the
finder. When it is depressed all the way,
the shutter is released and an exposure
*The
margin of the finder in order not to interfere
with the field
release button is designed
LED's
are
located
at the very left
of view of the wide angle lens.
two
stages.
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so
view
over-exposure L
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Double-image
Bright field of view frame (set by lens)
*When the lens mount is retracted, the viewfinder frame
(i.e. the bright frame) selected is the widest frame for
all lenses.
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AE photography
AEL photography
Manual
mode
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Photographic area covered
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When the lens has been
doubleimage superimposing rangefinder
produces two superimposed images with
in the square
1. Position the subject within the central
square
left the subject will appear as a double
images.
2. Rotate the focusing ring until the two
images converge and are superimposed
as on the figure on the left.
focused.
The two images can
by using the boundary line between the
viewfinder and the square or split image.
Adjust the images until the boundary lines
converge.
0
of the viewfinder.
0
of the viewfinder. As on the top
focused,
The lens is now
also be superimposed
the
Within the viewfinder the photographic area
covered is indicated by the visible bright
frame. Parallax is automatically compen-
sated
for according to the subject-to-lens
distance.
The composition will be within the line A for
6
x 6, 0 for 6 x 4.5 and @ for panoramic
format. 83% of the field of view is visible at
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and 100% is visible at the minimum
focusing
distance. The appropriate bright
frame area is automaticaily selected upon
lens interchange.
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1. Press the shutter release button when
you have focused and
determined
compos-
ition.
2. Advance the film by winding the film
advance lever until it stops. (The shutter is
then cocked.)
3. After completing the last exposure, wind
the advance lever several times, until the
film with its backing paper is completely
wound onto the take-up spool. The advance
lever will become easier to actuate when
the film has been completely wound on the
spool.
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When the shutter release button is pressed and
the film is exposed. a red LED will light on the
upper right side of the viewfinder.
[Unloading the film]
1.
Open the back cover and remove the roll
of film. By pushing the spool stud release
lever to the right, disengage and remove the
spool. As shown, the roll of film can be easily removed from the take-up chamber if you
push the spool up a little-it will then lift
out. When the back cover is opened, the
exposure counter will automatically return to
‘S’
(start).
2. Be careful not to let the roll of exposed
film unwind. Be sure to seal it immediately
.
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To prepare
spool from the film
take-up chamber.
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Wind the advance lever until it stops. (Otherwise a red
is
impossible to
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Do not advance the film too quickly, as this might
for
another roll,
chamber, and
LED in the
press
remove
the empty
place it in the
viewfinder
the
will signal that
shutter release button.)
it
adversely affect film flatness. or frame spacing.
*
To remove the film before exposing the entire
roll, cap the lens and press the shutter release button and wind the film onto the take-up spool frame
by frame.
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1. Align “A” on the shutter speed dial with
the white line index mark on the camera
body.
2. Be sure to set the exposure compensation scale to 0.
3. Set the aperture to the desided “f”
number according to conditions
4. When the shutter release button is
slightly
touched, an LED indicating proper
exposure will automatically light in the viewfinder. When ” A ” LED blinks, it indicates
over-exposure. Rotate the aperture ring to
stop down to a smaller exposure until an
LED indicates proper
expsure.
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Blinking
the aperture ring
increase exposure.
for a relatively long exposure from
4 seconds.
When taking pictures at such slow speeds. be
careful not to move or vibrate the camera. Either
open the aperture for a higher shutter speed, or
“LT’ indicates under-exposure: rotate
until the LED stops blinking to
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Illuminating “LT” indicates that the shutter is sat
use a
tripod,
or use a
l Under AE (automatic exposure) or AEL
(AE
lock).
the LED display in the viewfinder will
continue to operate as long as the shutter
lease
button is touched slightly. When
take your linger off the button, the LEDs will
go out.
flash.
between1I
you
to
re-
Rotate the shutter speed dial until “AEL”
aligns with the white index mark on the
camera body.
Position the important part of your subject in
the central square of the viewfinder - this
will establish the correct exposure. Then
touch the shutter release button slightly and
an LED will light indicating the correct exposure. After making any necessary adjustments to the aperture, press completely for
your exposure. Even when light quality is
variable, an optimum exposure is possible.
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If you cannot get close enough to your subject for another meter reading, make substitute measurements by pointing the camera
to light and dark areas and calculate a
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mean exposure value or try taking a reading
off your palm.
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You may over-ride the AE
mode
and
select
the aperture and shutter speed manually.
Simply set the shutter speed against the
white line index mark and also set the lens
aperture to the desired
“f"
stop.
As noted previously when the shutter release button is
touched
slightly, the proper
shutter speed will be indicated by a blinking
LED. A non-blinking LED will indicate the
set shutter speed. Adjust the exposure
accordingly. To do this,
turn
the shutter
speed dial and/or aperture ring to align the
two
LEDs
or until they become one. The
single LED indicates proper shutter speed.
*
When on manual, and the shutter release
button
is touched slightly, the LED indicators
will light for ten seconds. They can be illuminnated in ten second increments by simply
pressing the button again.
1. Shift the
of the arrow to
self-timer
” r?‘, “_
lever in the direction
2. The shutter is released about 10 seconds
after pressing the shutter release button.
The LED on the front of the camera illuminates for about 8 seconds, then blinks for
about 2 seconds, and then the shutter is
released.
3. Be sure to return the self-timer lever to
its normal position after use.
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The self-timer can be reset by simply following
the
above steps.
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Under the self-timing mode make sure a
or other secure method is used to steady the
camera.
l When the shutter is set to "B" (bulb), the
self-timer does not operate.
tripod
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The depth-of-field varies according to the
aperture. The smaller the aperture
(f/8, f
f/16...) the greater the depth-of-field; the
larger the aperture (f/8, f/5....) the smaller
the depth-of-field. To take pictures which
are sharp from foreground to infinity or
when taking snap shots, the focusing range
is extended or depth increased by using a
smaller aperture. When the subject is to
stand out, with the background out of
focus,
a larger aperture is appropirate.
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The depth-of-field scale on the lens
cates depth-of-field in terms of the distance
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between subjects on both sides of the
scale. For example, when a 75mm lens is
stopped down to
f/8
and f/16, respectively,
everything photographed within the ranges
shown in the photo at the left will be sharp.
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Refer to the instructions attached to individual
lenses for specific depth-of-field tables..
indi-
Six types of diopter correcting lenses are
available for near/far-sighted people. Mount
as indicated above.
Powers available are: +3, +2.
+1
-1, -2
and -3.
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The exposure compensator functions in a
number of important ways. It can be used to
correct
exposure
values
(EVs)
or
the
differences in brightness between a primary subject and its background -especially when
over or under-exposures occur. It can
also
be used when filters are employed or when
engaged in available light photography
or under high contrast conditions (i.e.
-
low or
high key).
To set, press the compensator lock release
button
(A). and
move
lever
(B)
to select
the
desired EV: graduations are 1/3 EV.
[When a filter is used]
Whether using the AE or manual mode
simply compensate for the filter exposure factor
as indicated in the table below.
When taking an exposure longer than
4 seconds. set
shutter
to
“B”
(bulb). While
fhe button is pressed down, the shutter will
remain open. In order to prevent camera
movement, it is best to use a cable release
and tripod.
When set at “B” the self-timer does not
work.
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[Determining the
aperture]
When using automatic flash units, refer to
the instructions on the flash unit
for
correct
aperture settings.
When using a manual electronic flash, the
guide number divided by subject distance
gives the correct aperture.
The Mamiya 6 MF features an X synchro
flash terminal and its lens shutter system
permits flash synchronization at all shutter
speeds.
Shoe-mounted flash
units
can be attached
directly to the hot-shoe, while flash brackets
can be
attached
to the tripod socket for
larger flash guns.
Remove safety cover (A) to attach sync
cord in the socket.
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Guide number (48)
Subject distance (6 m)
*
Charged electronic flash units sometimes fire
when they are attached to the camera. This does
not indicate a defective circuit.
*
When using electronic flash, be sure to read its
manual carefully.
= Correct aperture
setting (8)
CAUTION:
When an electronic flash is connected to
the hot-shoe, current moves through the
X contact. So, be sure to put the safety
cover supplied
X contact so that you
with
the camera on the
will
not receive
an electric shock.
When using infrared film, it is necessary to
make a focusing adjustment in order to
achieve accurate focus. This is because the
focus position of the image deviates from
normal since the infrared ray wavelength is
longer. After focusing in the usual manner,
check the distance on the distance scale
that is aligned with the center reference
mark of the lens. Make the focusing adjustment by turning the focusing ring in the
direction of the arrow in the accompanying
photograph so that the distance just
observed is aligned with the infrared mark.
When using infrared film, be sure to read
the
instructions with
the film.
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If the batteries have been depleted - especially when the power on-off lever has been
set to the OFF position during long exposures (at
"B"
; 4 seconds or 2 seconds)
the winding-stop prevents the film from
being wound.
If this happens, push the emergency advance/stop release button with a pen or
other pointed object as shown above. The
advance/stop is then released, allowing the
film to be wound. Please note that that particular frame will be poorly exposed.
*
When the batteries have been depleted,
immediately replace them.
l The emergency winding-stop release button
should
not
be used for any other purposes.
-
Since the Mamiya 6 MF has a 6 x 6 for-
mat, it is not necessary to adjust for vertical
and horizontal composition. Because most
out
of focus pictures are the result of camera
movement, make sure not to move when
pressing the shutter
button.
Hold the camera
with your elbows close to your body: pres-
sing part of the camera on your forehead
will help stabilize it. Then gently release the
shutter.
When making exposures longer than 1/30
sec., it is advisable to use a tripod with a
cable release.
~ Pass the neck strap through the
carrying strap lug, and fasten it
as shown.
[Using a tripod]
When using the camera with a large tripod
head, the head may interfere with the spool
stud, preventing film from being loaded. To
prevent this, use the optional tripod adapter
N.
l
The threaded
and the use of a longer tripod screw might result in
the damage or breakage of internal working parts.
So be careful not to apply unnecessary pressure
when
mounting the camera.
tripod screw
hole is
5.5mm
deep
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Before taking photos, Insert the 6X4.5 Gently bend the 6x4.5 frame [with the
Photography with the 6X4.5cm Format
frame under the film guide rails. making ivlarmya name visible as pictured ( A ) ]
sure to open the light shield curtain first. If under
it is inserted when the curtain is closed,
your fingers may come in contact with
curtain and light may leak in or other
malfunctions may result.
[6x4.5 Picture Area and the Number of
Exposures for each Film Type ]
When using the 75mm lens at
-
Picture area: 56 x 41.5mm
*
Visible field of view: 83% at -, 100% 1 m
Number of exposures
:
120
220 rollfilm . . . .24
-:
roll
the
film . . .
12
the film guide rails, making
it is flat.
[ Loading/Unloading the Film]
The
film
can be loaded/unloaded in the
same manner as the 6x6cm standard size
sure that
.
[
Determining
Viewfinder
-I
the Field of View in the
]
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Lens construction: 8 elements in 5 groups
Lenses
Angle of view:
Minimum aperture:
35mm
equivalent:
Minimum focusing distance:
MInimum magnification: 0.059
Area covered:
Filter size:
Hood: Bayonet type
Dimensions: 55 (length) x 64mm (diameter)
Weight:
75°
22
28mm
1m
945 x 945mm
58mm
335g
Lens
construction 6
Angle of view: 55°
Minimum
35mm equivalent:
Minimum focusing
Area covered 632 x
Hood: Bayonet type
Dimensions: 43 (length) x 64mm
Weight:
aperture:
Minimum magnification:
Filter size:
25Og
58mm
elements in
22
41mm
distance:
0.089
632mm
1m
groups
Lens
construction: 6
Angle of view:
Minimum
35mm
equivalent:
Minlmum
Minimum magnification:
Area covered 562 x
Filter size:
Hood:
Screw-in type
Dimensions: 86 (length) x
Weight:
elements in 5 groups
30°
aperture: 32
focusing distance: 1.8m
480g
67mm
82mm
562mm
0.0996
70mm
(diameter)
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.
[Lens hood]
For 50mm
For 75mm f/3.5: Bayonet type
For 150mm f/4.5 Screw-in type
All are supplied with the lenses.
f/4:
Bayonet type
(58mm in diameter)
(58mm in diameter)
(67mm in diameter)
[Diopter correcting lens]
Focusing accuracy diminishes when the
eye
diopter is incorrect. So, it is advisable
that near and far sighted people use diopter
correcting lenses.
Fit the proper diopter correcting lens to the
eyepiece.
“_2vy;,
are available: +3, +2, +1 -1,
[Tripod adapter N]
This is used to mount the camera to the
tripod head.
Even when the tripod has a large head, the
adapter allows film to be loaded, while the
camera is attached lo the tripod.
Auto Close up Lens]
1
The close-up adapter “Auto Close up Lens”
is designed
f3.5 lens.
It will be very convenient for taking closeups of portraits, plants, flowers and insects,
as well as for the reproduction of books, and
similar items.
It can be simply mounted on or removed
from the camera, without special adjustments. It easily couples with the
der, and allows close-ups to
Subject
distance
for
use with standard 75mm/
rangefin-
50cm.
From the film 110
From
t
1
auto close up lens 100-50 (cm)
he front
-61.7 (cm)
frame of the
n)-0.17
(50cm)
34x34 (cm)
[Lens case] Type A
The lens case is made of special material
which is very soft but tough.
Dimension: bottom diameter is 90mm and it
is
160mm
in length.
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[ Panoramic Adapter Set
When using the Panoramic Adapter, a
wide panoramic photography can be
taken by using 35mm film.
The 135 panoramic Adapter Set is composed of the following:
1.
135 Panoramic Frame
2. Winding Spool
3.
Magazine Holder
4.
Rewind Crank Unit
(Unit Weight: 60 g)
l 135 Panoramic Picture Area and the
Number of Exposures.
Picture area: 24mm
angle
50mm lens; subject distance at
Number of exposures:
135 Film 36EXP
135
Film 24EXP
135 Film 20EXP
135
Film12EXP..
The
picture
the Mamiya 6 MF panoramic photography
is about three (exactly 2.78) times as wide
as that provided
(13 x36mm). Sharp panoramic images are
also assured by the highly reputed wide
angle 50mm lens.
area (24 x 54mm) provided by
x
,...................,_,.,_,.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
by 35mm panoramic format
]
54mm (with wide
.._.................
-)
.20
12
Camera
Type
Film Type
Actual Negative Size
Lens Type
Film Winding
Shutter
Exposure Control
Film Speed Range
Rangefinder
Viewfinder
Internal “Dark
Safety Mechanism
Power Supply
Dimensions Weight
Panoramic Adapter Set : Panoramic frame mask, Take-up spool, Film magazine holder,
:
Multiple format ( 6 x 6, 6 x 4.5 and 35mm Panorama
Interchangeable lens, rangefinder camera
120 Roll
220 Roll Film ( 24 exposures
135 Roll Film ( up to 20 exposures
:
56 x 56mm with 6 x 6, 56 x
56 x 24
Set
Wide Angle : 50mm f/4
Standard : 75mm f/3.5
Telephoto
A single 185° stroke
#OO
X contact synchronizing at all speed with hot-shoe and synch.
socket; electronic self-timer (10 sec. delay)
Aperture priority AE,SPD recepter in viewfinder; metering range:
:
EV3.5-EV18
tion: +2 to -2 EV ( in 1/3 EV steps)
:
IS0 25 - 1600
Lens declination, double image superimposing system; base
lengs 60mm
Coupled with rangefinder; automatic bright line frame selection
(50, 75, 150mm); parallax compensation: magnification ratio
0.56X; 83% of the field of view visible at infinity; built-in shutter
Slide”Curtain
speed and exposure
:
1.
2. Exposure prevention
3. Exposure prevention when lens mount is retracted
:
Two (2)
:
Camera body : 155 x 109 x 69mm :
Rewinding dial unit Weight:
Film
(
12 exposures with both 6 x 6 and 6 x 4.5)
mm with panoramic format with using Panoramic Adapter
:150mm
electronic shutter,
with 75mm Lens, IS0 100 ); exposure compensa-
(effective base length
-
:
For
Interchangeable lens function
Double exposure prevention
1.5V
batteries (MS 76, SR44 or LR44)
with
both 6 x 6 and 6 x 4.5
)
41.5mm
with 6 x 4.5
f/4.5
B,4-1/500sec.,
display, safety
when internal dark slide engaged
electro-magnetic release;
34.8mm)
interlock warning LED
900g
6Og
).
)
*Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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Uniquely designed to prevent mistakes, the New Mamiya 6
incorporates numerous safety features.
If the shutter will not function, it is very likely due to user
error rather than camera malfunction. Should something
appear to go wrong, be sure to review the following points.
0
When the shutter will not function.
@
Is the power on/off lever set to the ON position?
@
Has the film been completely advanced to the
next
frame?
Have all the exposures already been made (12 with
120, 24 with
@
Has the film advance lever been wound until it stops?
@
Is the lens mount retracted?
@
Is the light shield curtain closed?
220)?
(In the case of examples 0 - 0, the red LED will
flash a warning on the upper right side of the viewfinder.
0
When the lens cannot be removed:
0
Is the light shield curtain open?
@
Is the lens mount retracted or stored in the body?
0 Be
sure to use new batteries.
*
Expose the camera to cold air only when in use.
t
Batteries
which will not
returned to use at normal temperatures.
function
at low temperatures may be used when
Avoid quick heating or cooling as unstable voltage may result.
An automatic circuit will signal battery depletion.
When the shutter release button is touched slightly, an LED
blinks to indicate a suitable shutter speed. A few exposures can
be made, but replace the batteries as soon as possible.
When the batteries are depleted, the LED ceases to light and
the shutter cannot be released.
l Replace both batteries at the same time. Avoid using old
batteries with new ones, and avoid mixing different types
of batteries.
*
When inserting batteries in the battery chamber, verify correct
polarity. If contaminated with oil, sweat or other foreign matter,
be sure to wipe clean with a dry cloth or lens tissue.
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0 If the camera is not to be used for a long time, remove the
batteries and film.
l Do not store the camera at temperatures exceeding
40°C
or below - 10°C. Also avoid storing in a damp or sea air environment.
When stored in the vicinity of gaseous chemicals, such as
naphthaline and formalin, the camera and film may be adversely
affected. Read the instructions on the film carefully for proper
handling procedures.
9
As
your
camera is a precision instrument, avoid exposing it to
vibrations or severe shocks.
When handholding your camera, always use a neck strap and
exercise extreme caution when removing lenses and adjusting
the mount.
*
Prolonged disuse does not lengthen camera life, but shortens
it. So,
when storing for a long time, periodically take the camera
and release the shutter several times to keep it in good condition.
l
Do not touch either the front or the back of the lens surfaces.
If either needs cleaning use blower or lens tissue to remove dust
particles. A fingerprint can be removed with a drop of lens
cleaner and wiped off with lens tissue.
l Carefully read all instructions in the manual.
Periodic Examination
In order to maintain the camera in its best condition, it is advisable to pedodically check all functions.
When the camera has not been used for a long time, or when it
is to be used for very important photographs, check the camera
or take some trial pictures beforehand. (Be sure to check the
batteries, electronic flash synchronization, film advance,
upper and lower images in the rangefinder, correct
m
position, and shutter function.)
For a general
overhaul, cleaning, or repairs, take the camera to
your nearest authorized Mamiya Service Center or ask your
camera shop for advice.
This product employs a protective circuit for prevention of electrostatic
electrification. Should an electrostatic trouble occur, be sure to turn off
power to this Product before using it again. Be careful not to touch the
electrical
In rare cases,
electromagnetic wave. In such cases, carefully use this Product.
contact
of this
Product.
this Product may be affected by a
strong
external
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