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FED 4
This manual contains a brief description of ФЭД-4 (FED-4) camera and the basic rules for using
the camera. It cannot serve as a photography manual.
Slight differences between the description and the camera may occur as a result of technical
modifications being introduced in the design of the camera.
ФЭД-4 camera operates on standard 35-mm film with a picture size of 24×36 mm. The wide range
of shutter speeds, the trigger winder, synchronizer, automatic releaser, dioptric view-finder setting, the
light weight and compactness of the camera will satisfy the requirements of either amateur or
professional photographer.
ФЭД-4 camera is fitted with "Industar-61" lens with lanthanum optics which makes it possible to
obtain perfect large-size pictures. The camera is so designed that it is also possible to use
interchangeable lenses "Jupiter-8", "Jupiter-9", "Jupiter-11", "Jupiter-12" and others.
In taking a picture the camera is focused with the help of the range-finder.
The photoelectric exposure meter incorporated in the camera i makes it always possible to choose
the proper exposure and ensures obtaining good negatives under various lighting conditions.
The automatic releaser allows the photographer to take pictures of himself.
At the bottom of the camera there is a socket for a tripod.
It is possible to photograph with a tripod without taking the camera out of its case.
FED 4
User Manual.
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Summary of Contents for FED 4

  • Page 1 Slight differences between the description and the camera may occur as a result of technical modifications being introduced in the design of the camera. ФЭД-4 camera operates on standard 35-mm film with a picture size of 24×36 mm. The wide range of shutter speeds, the trigger winder, synchronizer, automatic releaser, dioptric view-finder setting, the light weight and compactness of the camera will satisfy the requirements of either amateur or professional photographer.
  • Page 2 06 — picture counter dial; 2 — automatic releaser button; 07 — film indicator; 3 — synchronizer socket; 08 — accessory shoe; 4 — exposure meter aperture; 09 — range-finder aperture; 5 — frame indicator; 10 — view finder aperture. Rear view: 1 —...
  • Page 3: Technical Data

    Lens ....... . . anastigmat “Industar-61”, relative opening 1 : 2.8 with focal length F=52.4 mm Connecting dimensions for attachments .
  • Page 4 Close the camera. The unexposed film is fed to the picture aperture by winding the shutter twice pressing the release button after each winding. The winding lever should be turned as far as it goes.
  • Page 5 It is recommended to set the camera approximately in the middle third of the light field. 1 — exposure scale dial; 4 — galvanometer poiner; 2 — indicator dial; 5 — fixing pointer. 3 — diaphragm and sensitivitydial;...
  • Page 6 5 coincide with galvanometer pointer 4 as it is shown in the Fig. Then find the reading of the calculator which is at the point of...
  • Page 7 FED 4 User Manual in an error in the process of determining the exposure value. In case the light source is in front of the camera always use a sunshade! In order to set the necessary exposure slightly raise the head, turn it till the index coincides with the division of the exposure scale and lower the head back in place.
  • Page 8 FED 4 User Manual Aim the camera at the object to be photographed and smoothly and evenly press the release button. So you have exposed the whole film. Before opening the camera the exposed film should be rewound into the magazine.