Scale focusing on my new Zeiss

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Hi all,

Just got my new ikon nettar, all in great condition and light proof (so im told...)

So, i understand that you have to approximate distance using feet and set the lens accordingly. Also, i was surprised to find that it even has a bulb setting which is geat. My question is regarding the depth of field scale on the lens.

I understand you have to approximate distance and aperture etc, but how does the depth of field scale on the lens assist you in doing this? is it just a way of showing what sort of depth of field is available with what aperture? I understand that bigger aperture = less dof etc.

would like to have some idea how to get some decent shots with it as off to Morocco on tuesday and will put some resultant shots up when im back for your viewing pleasure.

Thanks once again for all the help.

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Thanks for the advice - I was thinking of buying a range finder, but was more interested in knowing if there is was a simple link between range and exposure. basically i know that one must approximate/use educated guesses when estimating exposure based on whether you are outisde/inside etc. but is there any direct link between focal length and what aperture/sspeed you need? Or is it just a case of approximate distance then approximate exposure/speed depending on light conditions/iso irregardless of range of the object?
 
You could also get the matching Ikon light meter, i got one off ebay for about £5. Really nice bit of kit.
 
ollymel said:
Hi all,

Just got my new ikon nettar, all in great condition and light proof (so im told...)

So, I understand that you have to approximate distance using feet and set the lens accordingly. Also, i was surprised to find that it even has a bulb setting which is great.
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Most of these older cameras have a bulb setting and some have a 'T' (Time) setting which is even better - one shutter press to open the shutter and another press to close it.


I understand you have to approximate distance and aperture etc, but how does the depth of field scale on the lens assist you in doing this? is it just a way of showing what sort of depth of field is available with what aperture? I understand that bigger aperture = less dof etc.
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You got it it essentially. Guess the distance as best you can, then use the DOF scale to ascertain the DOF at different apertures. The distance scale on some of these lenses is surprisingly accurate and a big help in setting the distance.

would like to have some idea how to get some decent shots with it as off to Morocco on tuesday and will put some resultant shots up when im back for your viewing pleasure.
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It sounds like you understand how the DOF scale works, if not sing out, assuming you have internet connection in Morocco. ;)
 
great, thanks for all advice. Look forward to one day giving something back! ill be sure to put some results up when im back in blightey.

all the best. :thumbs:
 
quickly popped down to great local camera shop and picked up range finder and meter for a bargain. Here is a pic of the newly modified zeiss. Lock, stock and ready to rock....

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Have you got time to put a roll of film through it to check it all works as hoped? Be a shame to go all the way to Morocco and back with some fantastic shots on it only to find that the shutter was knackered, the iris blades oily and the focussing scale wildly inaccurate...
 
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