4. FOCUSING THE LENS
Focusing with the split image rangefinder
In the center of the viewfinder of your Fujica AX-3 you will see a split-
image spot a microprism collar; around it which, in turn, is surrounded by
a ground glass screen. Any one of them can be used focusing the lens.
Eyesight adjustment lens The far - or near-sighted can use an eyesight
adjustment lens (+2, +0.5, - 2.5, - 4 diop., optional accessory). It will
let you focus the lens without glasses.
1. Look through the Viewfinder, center the part of the subject on which
you want to focus the lens in the split-image center and turn the Distance
Ring.
2. Your subject is in sharp focus when the upper and lower segments of the
image in the split image center fall in line. This method of focusing is
best for taking pictures of subjects that are formed mainly of straight
lines such as buildings, towers, etc.
Focusing with the Microprisim Collar
1. Look at your subject through the microprism collar and turn the
Distance Ring.
2. Your subject is in sharp focus when it appears smooth and clear. This
method of focusing is recommended for portrait work.
Focusing with the Ground-glass Screen
1. Look at your subject through the ground-glass screen and turn the
Distance Ring.
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