Canon FT QL User manual

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INSTRUCTIONS

Technical Data
■ Type : 35mm single-lens reflex camera.
■ Viewfinder: Eye-level using pentagonal prism. Waist-Level Viewer 2 can be attached.
■ Focusing Screen : Highly efficient in resolving power, using Fresnel lens and microprism
screen rangefinder.
■ Mirror: Shockless quick return system. Mirror can be fixed upwards.
■ Standard Lens: Canon Lens FL 50mm F 1.8, FL 50mm F 1.4, FL 55mm F 1.2. With FL
(breech-lock bayonet) mount.
■ Aperture: Automatic preset aperture mechanism built-in. Instant-return diaphragm.
Pre-set is possible to reviewing depth-of-field.
■ Shutter: Cloth focal-plane shutter with speeds from 1/1000 to 1 sec., B(T) and X. Single
pivot dial.
■ Exposure Meter: Built-in. Using CdS photocell. Zero-adjustment type coupled to shutter
speed dial and aperture setting. ASA 25-2000. With ASA 100 film, EV2.5 (f/1.2 at 1/4 sec.)-EV 18
(f/16 at 1/1000 sec.) one stage system. Powered by one 1.3 v M20 (#625) mercury battery.
■ Light Measurement: TTL (Through-The-Lens) system using condenser lens. Exposure meter
functions with the meter circuit switch. Semi-spot meter reading system, measures 1/3 of
the,angle-of-view. Continuous measurement is possible with the meter circuit switch lock.
Battery checker built-in.
■ Measuring of Ultra-Low Illumination : EV2.5 1/4 sec.-EV —3.5 15 sec. at f/1.2 can be mea¬
sured with the attachment of the Canon Booster (auxiliary meter for extremely dim lighting).
■ Flash Synchronization : FP and X contact. Synchronizing possible for FP, M and MF flash
bulbs and electronic flash units.
■ Self-Timer: Built-in.
■ Film Rewinding: By button and crank.
■ Film Advance Lever: Single operation 174°, possible to wind with several short strokes.
■ Film Loading: By opening back cover. Accepts any standard 35mm film roll in cartridge.
QL mechanism for quick loading of film.
■ Interchangeable Lenses: Automatic pre-set aperture type Canon FL lenses.
■ Frame Counter: Self-resetting type.
■ Size: 144x93x43mm (5^''x 3^^'x
m Weight: 740 grams (lib. 10>^ oz.) — b o d y only. Subject to alterations.
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Lens
Pre-Set Aperture Ring
Focusing Ring
Bayonet Mount Ring
Meter Circuit Switch Lock
Meter Circuit Switch
and Self-Timer Lever
Film Advance Lever
ASA Film Speed Scale
ilm Plane Indicator
Film Speed Set Ring
Time Lock and
Safety Lock Lever
Frame Counter
hutter Release
Button
-DIN Film
Speed Scale
Shutter Speed Dial
Mirror Lock Lever
Flash
Film Rewind
Crank
Battery
Lever
Accessory Sh

We are highly gratified that you have selected
the Canon FT—a wise choice that promises you
many delightful years of photographic experiences.
Canon is recognized the world over as the fore¬
most pioneer in the development of photographic
equipment of the highest quality and performance.
Whether your new FT is for the home, labora¬
tory, or for traveling, make the most of your
opportunities!
Before Using ..,
Please read this instruction booklet carefully, and
master the manipulations of the various parts of
the FT completely. Once thoroughly versed in the
correct handling of this camera, you can use the
Canon FT to the fullest extent of its capabilities.

Contents
Mercury Battery Loading and Checking.8
Film Winding.10
Shutter and Aperture Adjustment.12
Using Built-In Exposure Meter.16
Exposure Settings.18
Coupling Range of Built-In Exposure Meter .... 20
Focusing.21
Composition and Viewfinder.22
Holding the Camera.23
Film Loading.25
Film Rewinding.28
Synchronizing Flash Unit.29
Uses of' Lenses.30
Using Self-Timer.35
Double Exposures.36
Filters.37
Interchangeable Lenses and Accessories.38
Canon Booster.40
Proper Care of the Camera.43
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Follow these simple steps for normal
photography;
Load the film simply with the QL mechanism.
2 Set the ASA film speed.
3 Wind the film advance lever.
Remove the lens cap.

Look through the viewfinder and focus
Compose the picture
Determine the exposure with built-in meter
Press the shutter release button gently

Mercury Battery Loading and Checking
The built-in exposure meter of the Canon FT functions
only when the mercury battery is properly loaded.
1 Press thumb against the battery compartment cover
and turn to the left to remove.
2 Face the central contact of the mercury battery in¬
wards and insert.
2 Replace the cover by turning it to the right.
■ Before inserting, wipe all battery poles clean of finger¬
prints or stains with a dry cloth. Unclean poles may
cause corrosion and damage the contact points of the
camera.
■ A 1.3v M20 (#625) mercury battery should be used—
equivalent to Mallory RM-625R, Eveready E625N,
Burgess Hg-625R.
■ Be sure the battery Is inserted in the correct direction
by referring to the diagram on the compartment cover.
Otherwise, the meter will not function properly and the
cover cannot be screwed in.
■ When the camera is not to be used for a long period,
remove the mercury battery and keep in a dry place.
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Sgfticiant Power
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Insufficient Power
(Must be replaced)
Meter Need e
Battery Check
Check the mercury battery after loading it. Especially
when loading a new battery, be sure to check the voltage.
1 Set the? film speed scale at ASA 100/DIN 21 and the
* shutter speed dial at " X For the film speed setting,
lift up the outer ring of the shutter speed dial and turn.
See page 16.
■ An accurate check cannot be made if settings other
than those mentioned above are used.
O Turn the battery check lever on the outer side of the
^ film rewind crank to "C" index.
Q If the meter needle inside the viewfinder swings up to
” or over the "o” index, the battery has sufficient
power. If the needle stays below the edge of the “o"
index, voltage is insufficient and the battery must be
replaced.
■ Life of the battery in normal use is approximately one
year.
■ The battery releases current only when the meter
circuit switch is pressed.
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The film advance lever winds the film, cocks the shutter,
and prepares the aperture and mirror for the next shutter
release all in one motion.
1 Turn the film advance lever until it stops. The film
* will be advanced one frame and the shutter cocked.
The frame counter is simultaneously advanced to the
next number.
O When the shutter release button is pressed, the mirror
^ flips up, the diaphragm simultaneously closes down
to the pre set f/stop and the shutter operates. After the
shutter is operated, the advance lever can be wound for
the next frame.
■ Be sure that the safety lock lever is set at "A".
■ Winding may be done by moving the lever with several
short strokes.
■ After loading the film, make another wind, since the
first winding may not be complete.
■ The shutter will not function when pressing the shutter
release button unless the winding is completed. In such
a case, check the winding once more.
Frame Counter
Each winding will advance the number of the frame
counter, indicating the number of pictures taken. When
the back cover is opened, the indicator automatically
returns to starting oosition "S".
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