The Nikon F5 is a single lens reflex camera designed for use by the intermediate-to-advanced photographer. The F5's features include autofocus (with five focusing points), a color-sensitive light monitor, self timer, auto exposure and an ISO range of 6 to 6,400. While many of the Nikon F5's settings are user-configurable, novice operators may opt to take advantage of the camera's default settings and automatic capabilities. Doing so will allow an inexperienced user to take appealing photographs while gaining familiarity with the device.
Instructions
1. Remove the protective caps from the camera body and both ends of the camera lens. Align the lens's mounting index with the white dot next to the camera's lens mount. Insert the lens into the camera mount and twist it counterclockwise until it is securely in place.
2. Pull out the battery release knob (located on the side of the camera, near the bottom edge). Twist the lever counterclockwise and pull the battery holder out of the camera. Insert eight AA batteries into the holder; reinsert the holder into the camera and turn the battery release knob clockwise until it locks into place.
3. Examine the film rewind knob located on top of the camera, near the leftmost edge. Locate the camera back lock release. Slide the release back while pulling the film rewind knob upward; the back of the camera will now open.
4. Insert the film into the leftmost end of the film bay. Grip the tab protruding from the film canister and pull out a length of film long enough to reach the red index marking on the rightmost end of the film bay. Ensure that there is no excess of slack in the film strip and close the back of the camera. Press the shutter-release button (located on top of the camera's handgrip) to advance the film to the first frame.
5. Examine the focus mode selector, located next to the camera lens; set the focus mode to "S." Set the film advance mode selector (the dial beneath the film rewind knob) to "S."
6. Hold the camera with your right hand on the handgrip and your left supporting the weight of the camera lens. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart, one foot slightly ahead of the other, and press your left elbow against your body; this stance will improve the camera's stability when you take your picture.
7. Compose your picture by looking through the camera's viewfinder. Apply light pressure to the shutter button; when the circle appears in the upper-right region of the viewfinder, take the picture by pressing the shutter button all the way down.
8. After you have used all the film, rewind the canister. Press the film rewind button (located on the back of the camera, near the right edge, labeled with a "1"). Press the film rewind lever lock release (located on the back of the camera, near the upper-left edge, labeled with a "2") while lifting the film rewind lever (located next to the release button).
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