Rollei ROLLEIFLEX 6008 AF, Manual

Page: 80 / 112

..............................................................................
..............................................................................
80
Substitute reading
A substitute reading, for instance with a
gray card (and following the instructions
supplied with this) is advisable in very dif-
fi cult lighting conditions. It will give an
average for an optimum compromise for
the best possible rendition of mid-tones.
Close-up reading
This also is a viable alternative for diffi cult
lighting conditions: Take a close-up rea-
ding of your subject and lock AE. Then
recompose and take your picture.
Subject contrast
It is a known fact that fi nding proper
exposure data is all the more diffi cult, the
steeper the gradation of the fi lm and the
higher the contrast in the subject.
Excessive contrast can be reduced by
using fi ll fl ash, softer illumination, a diffe-
rent type of fi lm, compensating develop-
ment or changing your shooting angle or
camera station.
If none of these measures is enough to
reduce subject contrast suffi ciently, the
purpose of your picture will decide over
what is more important: highlights, sha-
dows or mid-tones. Multi-spot metering is
a viable technique for this type of shooting
condition.
PRACTICAL HINTS