How To Hold The Camera - Nikon Nikkormat FT2 Instruction Manual

HOW TO HOLD THE CAMERA
Steady camera holding is important for best results,
since even the slightest camera movement at the
moment of exposure can result in an appreciable loss
of sharpness, especially at slow shutter speeds. The
photographs show the best way to hold the camera for
rock-steady picture-taking.
Wrap the fingers of the right hand around the camera
body so that the index finger rests comfortably on the
shutter release button and the thumb fits between
the body and film advance lever. This way you can
stroke the film-advance without removing your eye
from the viewfinder. Cradle the camera in the left
hand for additional support, with the left thumb and
index finger grasping the focusing ring. The camera
may be switched from horizontal to vertical format
in this position.