On Thu, 11 Jan 2001, Conrad Samuels wrote:
> In other words, the meter stays on all the time, even if the stop-down
> metering switch on the front is in the "off" position.
The SP-F is a somewhat tricky camera, so you should probably wait to hear
from someone who actually owns one. Me, I don't go in for that
new-fangled stuff with meters and such. *L* My understanding is that the
switch in front is only a DOF preview button. The meter is supposed to be
on all the time, just like on a K-1000.
> Does the meter stay on when this lens is in place? What about battery
> drain? What is the point of designing the metering system in this manner?
Yes, I think the meter is supposed to stay on all the time as long as it
can detect light coming through the lens. If you want to shut it off, try
using a lens cap. The point? I have no idea. :)
chris
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