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CHINON DP-5 Instruction Manual

Compact 35mm double program slr camera
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CONTENTS

Description of parts ........................................... 2

Specifications .......................................................4
2. Changing lenses ............................................. 8

3. Inserting batteries .........................................

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  • Page 1: Description Of Parts

    Chinon DP-5 On-line camera manual library This camera is similar to the Chinon CP-5, CP-5s, CP-6 and Sears KSX-P This camera manual library is for reference and historical purposes, all rights reserved. This page is copyright by , M. Butkus, N.J.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4. Battery testing ..........10 5. Inserting film ........... 11 6. Setting the film speed ........13 7. Viewfinder information ........14 8. I. Programmed Auto-Exposure (AK) mode ("P" mode) .. l4 8. II. Two-stage programmed AE (for advanced use) ..16 9.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the exciting world of CHINON Photography! Your Chinon DP-5 camera is the most sophisticated 35mm SLR available from CHINON. The DP- 5 is a true pioneer of Muti-programmed 35mm SLR cameras leads the way in Freedom of Choice with it's versatile "Double-Program"...
  • Page 4 9. Shoulder strap eyelet 10. Auto-Focus electronic contacts 11. Self-timer/Audible signal on-off switch 12. Power grip attachment screw 13. Lens lock release lever 14. Power grip (battery compartment) 15. Accessory flash shoe (hot shoe) 16. Film rewind knob and back opening knob 17.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    35. Power winder coupler 36. Auto Date electronic contacts 37. Rewind button SPECIFICATIONS: CHINON DP-5 TYPE ..35mm automatic compact SLR camera with TTL full aperture programmed AE (instant stop down re-metering), Aperture priority AK, and manual exposure system. LENS MOUNT......Universal bayonet (PENTAX "K"- type) mount with built-in active AF lens contacts (for accessory lens).
  • Page 6 FOCUSING... Split-image spot in microprism band EXPOSURE METER....TTL full open metering for center-weighted average light reading; employing silicon blue cell. PROGRAMMED AE MODE ..Two stages available: AP: The "ACTION PROGRAM" mode is designed for fast moving objects. Lens aperture stays wide open up to a shutter speed of 1/60 sec.
  • Page 7 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT ..Built-in, +I EV to - I EV in 1/3 EV increments. Exposure memory System FILM ADVANCE ....... Single stroke film advance lever with 130 winding angle and 25 stand-off, Automatic winding possible by mounting Chinon Autowinder FILM LOADING...... Multi-slotted spool type EXPOSURE COUNTER ..... Additive, automatic resetting MULTIPLE EXPOSURE .....

  • Page 8: Attaching The Viewfinder Cap And Strap

    Place the end of the strap through plastic holder and adjust the length of the strap (Fig. 2). Pass the strap through the metal adjustment buckle to secure (Fig. 3). 2. CHANGING LENSES Your CHINON DP-5 program camera is equipped with a standard "K"- type bayonet mount which accepts all interchangeable lenses with the "K" bayonet mount.

  • Page 9: Inserting The Batteries

    (Fig. 6). * Indicator (0) on the lens rim shows filter size. For example, 49 (0) indicates a 49 mm filter. Refer to this filter size when purchasing CHINON accessory filters. 3. INSERTING THE BATTERIES The automatic exposure metering and shutter operation of this camera are powered by...

  • Page 10: Battery Testing

    1. Turn the screw on the side of the power grip counterclockwise to remove the power grip from the camera body (Fig. 7). t: Place three 1.5V "AAA" alkaline batteries (AM-4) in the power grip as indicated (Fig. 8). 3. Attach the power grip to the camera body by turning the screw clockwise to secure it. NOTE: 1.

  • Page 11: Inserting Film

    NOTE: Battery testing cannot be accomplished with the exposure mode select dial set at the "OFF" or "B" position. 5. INSERTING FILM (Always avoid direct sunlight when inserting film.) 1. Pull up the Film Rewind Knob until the Back cover snaps open (Fig. 11). 2.
  • Page 12 4. Turn the Exposure Mode Select Dial to the "M" or "X" setting. Then advance the film, making sure that the sprocket holes on the film are fully engaged on the Sprocket Teeth. Close and press the Back Cover firmly to lock it (Fig. 14). 5.

  • Page 13: Setting The Film Speed

    When loading film, set your Exposure Mode Select Dial to "M" or "X" setting, rather than A or P. This procedure will allow rapid advance to the number 1 position on the Exposure Counter. If A (Auto) or P (program) is used during the film loading process, and the lens cap is left on the camera, a delay of up to 30 seconds may occur between depressions of the Shutter Release Button in advancing to the number 1 position.

  • Page 14: Viewfinder Information

    11. Ground glass 8. I. Programmed Exposure mode ("P" mode) Your CHINON DP-5 program camera automatically selects the most suitable combination of shutter speed and aperture for the optimum exposure. The program mode is ideal for general picture taking and ease of operation, eliminating troublesome exposure settings.
  • Page 15 The CHINON DP-5 program camera is also equipped with the "DOUBLE" Program mode. The "AP" mode or "ACTION" mode, which selects the fastest practical shutter speed, is recommended in most cases. 1. Set the Exposure Mode Select Dial to the Green "P" position (Fig. 18).

  • Page 16: Two-Stage Programmed Ae (For Advanced Use)

    "Programmed AE mode warning LED" to flicker. 8. II. Two-stage programmed AE (For advanced use) The DP-5 camera is designed with a two-stage program, which gives you greater photographic versatility: select either program mode, based on your photographic needs, with the one-touch...
  • Page 17 1. Program AP (Table A) The AP mode selects maximum shutter speed to minimize camera shake, and is designed to be used when photographing "hi-speed" (moving) objects. This program mode allows you to stop action. 2. Program CP (Table B) The CP mode gives priority to the lens aperture, which affects the depth of field.

  • Page 18: Ae (Automatic Exposure) Photography

    After you have set the Exposure Mode Select Dial to "A" and the aperture ring to the desired f-stop, your CHINON DP-5 camera will automatically select the appropriate stepless shutter speed from 8 sec. to a...
  • Page 19 on your individual needs. 1. Set the "A" on the Exposure Mode Select Dial against the Shutter Speed Index Line (Fig. 23). 2. Use the F-Stop Ring to set the desired f-stop number against the Index Line (Fig. 24). 4.but kus.org 3.
  • Page 20 4. If the displayed speed is 1/30 or slower (yellow LED's with audible signal), use of a tripod is recommended, or you can increase the shutter speed by opening the lens diaphragm to a larger aperture. Use of a flash unit is also suggested. 5.
  • Page 21 F-STOP NUMBER GUIDE The following f-stop settings are general guidelines for your use. However, you should remember to follow the LED indicators in your viewfinder for proper exposure. With ISO/ASA 100 Film Lighting Conditions F-stop number range f/1.7 - 2.8 Indoors Outdoors, cloudy f/4 - 5.6...

  • Page 22: Manual Photography

    10. MANUAL PHOTOGRAPHY You can manually control the CHINON DP-5 when the camera is set to the "M" mode. Just one push of the Manual Shutter Speed Select Button selects the desired shutter speed and the audible signal will be heard when correct exposure is obtained.
  • Page 23 * There are two methods of selecting the correct exposure (M mode) 1. For Shutter-preferred exposure setting: Set the required shutter speed. Rotate the lens aperture ring until the selected shutter speed and the metered speed are matched up (two dots converge into one dot) on the scale in the viewfinder (Fig.

  • Page 24: Shutter Release And Release Lock

    NOTE: At "M" mode, the camera shake and over/under warning audible signals are not operative. 11. SHUTTER RELEASE AND RELEASE LOCK Your CHINON DP-5 program camera features a two-stage electromagnetic shutter release with safety lock. When the Shutter Release Button is depressed halfway, the electronic circuitry starts functioning.

  • Page 25: Focusing

    1. The camera should be positioned on the palm of your left hand so that you can use your fingers to turn the Focusing Ring of the lens easily. 2. The index finger of your right hand should rest lightly on the Shutter Release Button, while your right hand holds the camera body lightly.

  • Page 26: Rewinding The Film

    14. REWINDING THE FILM (Always avoid direct sunlight when unloading film). After the last picture on the roll of film has been taken, the Film Advance Lever will stop. Do not attempt to force the lever. [Mike: check the number of exposures taken] 1.

  • Page 27: Ae Lock System

    15. AE LOCK SYSTEM This camera has an AE Lock system. Under normal circumstances your CHINON DP-5 program camera will produce perfectly exposed photographs, due to the integrated automatic exposure circuitry. However some lighting conditions might occur that could misguide the system, such as subjects with a very high contrast or strongly back-lit scenes.

  • Page 28: Exposure Compensation System

    3. Compose the picture and shoot by depressing the Shutter Release Button the rest of the way down. The Exposure Memory is then automatically cancelled. 16. EXPOSURE COMPENSATION SYSTEM Depending on shooting conditions, the camera exposure setting may be affected more by the background light than the light of the subject itself.

  • Page 29: B (Bulb) Setting

    The CHINON Dedicated Auto Flashes (Auto S-180, S-240, S250, 5-300 and S-480) are dedicated to the DP-5 camera. These dedicated flashes will automatically set the shutter speed on the camera to 1/100 second (the correct shutter speed for flash photography) when the exposure mode select dial is set at "A", "M", or "X".
  • Page 30 1. Attach the flash unit to the camera Hot Shoe. 2. Set the exposure mode select dial to "A" or "X" position (Fig. 44). 3. Set the f-stop number to the designated lens opening for automatic shooting as indicated on the flash unit.
  • Page 31 If you desire to synchronize at speeds slower than 1/100sec., set the Exposure Mode Select Dial to the "M" position (Fig. 45). Select the desired shutter speed by depressing the Manual Shutter Speed Select Button. The shutter will be released at the selected speed (Fig. 46). Set the aperture as indicated by the f lash unit.
  • Page 32 2. Set the f-stop number to the designated lens opening for automatic shooting as indicated on the flash unit. (Refer to instructions provided with flash). The flash unit will automatically control the amount of light for subjects within the distance range for automatic flash photography. 3.

  • Page 33: Multiple Exposure Photography

    19. MULTIPLE EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHY Multiple exposure is a technique to put more than one exposure onto the same frame. The Multiple Exposure Lever is located in front of the Film Advance Lever. 1. Press the Shutter Release Button to obtain the first exposure. 2.

  • Page 34: Self-Timer Photography And Use Of The Viewfinder Cap

    20. SELF-TIMER PHOTOGRAPHY AND USE OF THE VIEWFINDER The self-timer enables you to include yourself in your own photographs. 1. Mount the camera on a tripod or a flat, steady surface. 2. Compose your picture. 3. Raise the Self-Timer Switch to the upper position and depress the Shutter Release Button (Fig. 49). 4.

  • Page 35: Depth Of Field

    (Fig. 51). This is a helpful feature when you want to take photos with as little noise as possible. Your CHINON DP-5 program camera is equipped with six different audible signals. For more details, see "Multi-sound system".

  • Page 36: Multi-Sound System

    (The automatic exposure system in your camera can not be used.) 23. MULTI-SOUND SYSTEM Your CHINON DP-5 program camera provides full information via various buzzer warnings and colorful LED's to simplify the highly sophisticated DP-5 technology. 1. S.C.S. (Shutter Change Signal): An audible signal will be heard when the manual shutter speed changes at "M".

  • Page 37: Special Accessories

    24. SPECIAL ACCESSORIES By attaching a CHINON Power Winder to this camera, the film can be advanced automatically so that you can take continuous shots (2 frames per second). This is a great accessory for sports or action photography when rapid sequence photos are desired.

  • Page 38: Optional Accessories

    * Do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera yourself. If service is necessary, bring it to your nearest Chinon dealer. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AUTO DATE (AD-510) Standard Lenses Auto S- 180 f lash 50mm f/1.4 multicoated Auto S240 f lash 50mm f/1.7 multicoated...
  • Page 39 300mm f/5.6 multicoated (Skylight, UV, Y2, ND4X, PL) 500mm f/8 reflex type Rubber Eyepiece Zoom Lenses Eyepiece Adaptor (-3, + I, +3) 35-lOOmm f/3.3-4.3 multicoated Mac Angle Finder 80-200mm f/3.8 multicoated Macro Rubber Lens Hood 70-210mm f/3.8 multicoated Macro Auto Extension Ring 100-300mm f/5.6 multicoated Macro Bellows Auto Focus Lenses...

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