Nikon FM3A Instruction Manual

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2Getting StartedThank you for purchasing this Nikon FM3 A camera. Please read this instruction manualcarefully for complete details on getting the most from your Nikon FM3 A .Your new Nikon FM3 A features a Manual Exposure mode for total control of exposure, aswell as a semi-automatic Aperture-Priority Exposure mode. Aperture Priority mode letsyou adjust the aperture for the desired depth of field while the shutter speed is automati-cally adjusted accordingly. The FM3A incorporates a special hybrid shutter mechanismthat offers the advantages of a mechanical focal plane shutter for use during manualoperation, as well as an electronically controlled focal plane shutter for use during Aper-ture-Priority Auto Exposure operation. Even when the FM3A 's battery power is fully ex-hausted, all shutter speeds remain functional in Manual Exposure mode.The FM3A features a maximum shutter speed of 1/4000 sec., a flash sync speed of 1/250,multiple exposure control, interchangeable focusing screens, and the ability to use theMD-12 Motor Drive for high speed sequence photography. The Nikon FM3A's flash systemoffers TTL control in both Manual Exposure mode and Aperture-Priority Auto Exposuremode, and includes a flash compensation button that provides a natural looking flashresult.We hope you enjoy using your new Nikon FM3A camera, and would like to thank you forchoosing Nikon.Symbols used in this manualTips Indicates items in boxes that contain important matters to be noticed first.Indicates items to be checked, such as requirements and restrictions.Indicates pages for reference.Indicates supplementary descriptions....