Nikon Photomic F TN Finder Instruction Manual
Summary
Enhance your photography with this precise exposure meter finder accessory designed for Nikon SLRs. It provides accurate, reliable through-the-lens measurement, helping photographers master their technique by coupling with the camera's lens aperture and shutter speeds. This comprehensive manual details how to install the unit, check batteries, select film speeds (ASA 6-6400), and operate all meter functions smoothly. Essential reading for professional or serious amateur photographers seeking perfect exposures every time.
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NOMENCLATURE 1. Meter window: houses the meter needle for exposure determination and battery checking 2. Meter switch-off button 3. Meter switch-on button 4. ASA film-speed dial: for setting the film ...
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NOMENCLATURE Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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FOREWORD The Nikon Photomic FTN Finder incorporates a precise center-weighted Cd S exposure meter which couples to the camera's lens aperture diaphragm and shutter speed controls. It makes possible ea...
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CHECKING THE BATTERIES The Photomic FTN Fmder is powered by two 1.3 volt mercury batteries located in the battery chamber on the bottom of the finder. To check the batteries, press the meter switch-of...
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ATTACHING THE PHOTOMIC FTn FINDER To attach the fimder to the camera with the lens in place, first set the diaphragm at f/5.6 and place the finder in position loosely. Then depress the finder lock lev...
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ATTACHING THE PHOTOMIC FTn FINDER Shutter Speed Coupling When the Photomic FTN Finder is attached to the camera, the shutter speed dial on the camera is covered by the finder unit. Therefore, an auxil...
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Lens Aperture Coupling The Photomic FTN takes advantage of the automatic diaphragm feature of Nikkor lenses to measure light with the lens wide open. Full-aperture metering gives a bright, clear finde...
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ATTACHING THE PHOTOMIC FTn FINDER Setting the Film Speed Lift and tum the milled ring around the ASA film speed dial so that the red triangular index mark on the ring lines up with the number correspo...
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Turning On the Meter Switch on the meter circuit by pressing in the meter switchon button located on the side of the finder. The meter switch-off button will then pop up and a red line around its circ...
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EXPOSURE MEASUREMENT WITH THE PHOTOMIC FTn FINDER (Full-Aperture Measuring Method) The Photomic FTN uses a center-weighted thru-thelens metering sys- tem that reads the light over the entire focusing ...
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Centering the Needle The correct exposure is found by centering the meter needle, either im the V-shaped notch which is visible in the viewhinder or at the central mark located beneath the window on t...
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EXPOSURE MEASYMENT WITH THE PHOTOMIC FTn FINDER Getting the Right Exposure The central part of the focusing screen should always be aimed at the main subject when centering the needle. Otherwise unimp...
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Measuring the bright area in the center of the For correct exposure, first measure the light screen will cause underexposure of the main striking the main subject, then compose and subject. shoot.
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MEASUREMENT BY THE STOP-DOWN METHOD With the following lenses and accessories full-aperture exposure measure- ment is not possible, either because the lens has no auto-diaphragm or be- cause the diaph...
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Bellows Focusing Attachments, Extension Rings and Focusing Unit To detemmine exposure, select the desired strutter speed and stop down the lens manua Uy until the need Ue centers. Preset Lenses Use th...
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EXPOSURE CORRECTION Special Lens-Focusing Screen Combinations Because the light-transmitting properties of some focusing screens differ from those of ordinary screens, certain lensscreen combinations ...
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6mm f/2.8 Fisheye 8mm f/2.8 16mm f/3.5 15mm f/5.6 20mm f/3.5 24mm f/2.8 Wideangle 28mm f/3.5 28mm f/2 35mm f/2.8 35mm f/2 35mm f/1.4 50mm f/2 Normal 50mm f/1.4 55mm f/1.2 85 mm/f1.8 105mm f/2.5 135mm ...
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Repro-Copying For originals such as photographs which have tonal gradations, exposure is determined in the usual way. In the case of originals having strong contrast and no gradation, such as document...
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CARE AND HANDING Your Photomic FTN Finder is ruggedly constructed. However, it deserves the same care you would give any preci- sion instrument. Follow the simple precautions given below and the Photo...
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PHOTOMIC FTn FINDER FEATURES/SPECIFATIONS Film speed scale: ASA 6 - 6400 Metering range: EV 2-17 at ASA 100 (1/2 sec at f/1.4-1/1000 sec at f/11 with 50mm f/1.4) Light measuring method: Center-weighte...
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THE NIKON WARRANTY The Nikon Worldwide Service Warranty Registration Card which identifies your Photomic finder by its serial num- ber is your guarantee that the Photomic finder you buy is a new one. ...
Manual Details
| Brand | Nikon |
|---|---|
| Pages | 25 |
| File Size | 163.85 KB |
| Published | June 02, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the batteries?
Press the meter switch-off button and observe if the needle swings to the center circle or beyond.
What is the battery type and caution for replacement?
Two 1.3 volt mercury batteries are used. Never throw discarded batteries into a fire as they will explode when heated.
How do I attach the finder with a lens attached?
Set the diaphragm at f/5.6, place the finder loosely, then depress the finder lock lever and gently press until it clicks in place.
What are the metering specifications?
The measuring range is EV 2-17 at ASA 100, covering a shutter speed scope of 1-1/1000 sec.