Bronicas approach to multiformat capability lets you switch to 6x4. Bronica sqa ae prism finder s original instruction manual. Bronica sqb instruction manual, user manual, pdf manual. Although i have read a copy of the proper user manual, cannot find whether the mirror is designed to stay up after an exposure has been made which it does. Among the many professional features of the zenza bronica sqai is flash synchronization. The bronica sq series is a line of 6x6 medium format slr camera system introduced in 1980. All our user guides are for pdf format portable document format. My set up is the bronica sq ai body, with a 120 film back, 80mm 2. Bronica sqb bronica sqa m zenza bronica sqa ae finder s bronica sq zenza bronica sq me prism s bronica sqai zenza. When i took it home that night i didnt want to show it to anyone because it cost so much money and i didnt know how to justify it,not that i had to do thatanyhow that was six years. All items are sent by royal mail delivery unless stated differently with insurance.
Dec 11, 20 the bronica etr series on the other hand, were masked to produce smaller six by four cm exposures. The bronica sq b is a great way to get started in medium format. But when i take a picture the mirror goes up obviously but then doesnt return to position until i wind the film on and recock the shutter. Zenza bronica sqb manuals manuals and user guides for zenza bronica sqb. Split image focusing screen 6x6 for sq sqa sqb 120. We provide free online pdf manuals for digital and film cameras.
As always, please feel free to ask any questions about the movie and i. Summary of contents of instruction manual for bronica sqai. Bronica offers a backtobasics, fully manual 6x6cm camera without compromise in the sq b model. Bronica sq a ae prism finder s original instruction manual. Youll probably want to get a handheld light meter as the sqa is totally manual and i dont think it has any builtin metering. Although instructions following are based on a standard combination consisting of the sq. If you arent completely happy just return the manual for a full refund. All interchangeable lenses for the zenza bronica sqam have fully automatic lens diaphragms which means that the focusing screen is always viewed at the full aperture, with the brightest possible image. Not sure whether its viable to take my lf kit abroad, though i could use a 612 and a 67 back and use roll film.
Built with the same exacting engineering inherent in higherend bronica cameras, the sqb. Also, i really wish they had metering in the body, preferably aperturepriority ae but at least uncoupled manual. Ai main camera body with standard zenzanonps 80mm f2. Online camera manual library this is the full text and images from the manual. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Bronica sq ai 6x6 camera complete ps80mm, waist viewer, 120 back, excellent. Production of the last bronica sqai model including lenses and accessories finished at the end of september 2003, with sales continuing until inventories were depleted. Usually mirrors move upward, but the bronica instant return automatic mirror moves forward and down. Receive a high quality printed and bound manual in days. From 1972 it was overshadowed by the bronica ec, but improved revisions of the s2 continued to be marketed for a number of years before being officially discontinued in 1977.
Bronica sqb medium format camera body at keh camera. Built with the same exacting engineering inherent in higherend bronica cameras, the sq b is a high performance machine with an entrylevel price. The following instructions are for the basic operations of the sqb. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. My set up is the bronica sqai body, with a 120 film back, 80mm 2. Page 1 based on the technology and experience acquired through the evolution of the bronica sq series, the sqb is a manually operating 2. The etrsi has been developed on the basis of the technology and experience gained with the zenza bronica etrs and is between the lens leaf shutter type single lens reflex camera which provides full flash synchronization at all shutter speeds. The manual is automatically downloaded on the desktop or in the file downloads of your computer. Bronica s approach to multiformat capability lets you switch to 6x4. Congratulations on your choice of the zenza bronica sqai. In 1996 i purchased a bronica sqa with three lenses 50,80,150. The bronica sqb is a great way to get started in medium format. Buy bronica medium format film cameras and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
Zenza bronica was a japanese brand of film cameras known for their medium format and lsr models. I really like using the waist level finder but dont get metering that way. If the image below looks like your camera, click below to see the full manual. This time im talking about the speed grip s and sq i metered prism viewfinder. Congratulations on your choice of the zenza bronica etrsi single lens reflex camera. Bronica sqa ae prism finder s original instruction manual on. Bronica offers a backtobasics, fully manual 6x6cm camera without compromise in the sqb model. I have newtome sqb and am just going through my first film with it. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. View online or download zenza bronica sqb owners manual.
The absence of b on the body is indeed limiting, but thats because the kit ps80b lens that. Or you could use your existing camera to take exposure readings and transfer them to the bronny. I have an sqb and if i remember correctly, the manual only shutter speed ie not using a battery or when the battery is dead, is 1500th. Bronica etr aeii finder e bronica ec film back bronica gs1. Page 1 sq ai congratulations on your choice of the zenza bronica sq ai single lens reflex camera. I give postage discount for multiple purchases,so if you buy more then one item please wait for the final total invoice. Therefore, the user should choose the type most suited for his work. The controls are simple to use and there are no distractions when using this camera. We have been in business for over 40 years and have hundreds of.
Their singlelens reflex slr systemcameras competed with pentax, hasselblad, mamiya and others in the mediumformat camera market. My wife bought me a bronica sq yesterday so that i could get back into film photography, but it seems to be non functioning, and we. See more zenza bronica zenzanonps 150mm 1 4 for sq sq. Types of photography their cameras are suitable for include portrait, landscape, fashion, and vintage style. User guide for zenza bronica camera, free instruction manual.
Intermediate settings cannot be used when the finders with builtin exposure meter are used. I downloaded a sqb manual before attempting to use the camera, and thats critical for anyone unfamiliar with a new camera. Page 1 the zenza bronica sq a has been designed to take full advantage of the square 6cm x 6cm medium format. Zenza bronica sqa camera the tight fisted photographer. Bronica sq b printed manual camera instruction manuals. Among the many professional features of the zenza bronica sq ai is flash synchronization. We have 1 zenza bronica sqb manual available for free pdf download. For someone who rarely leaves his village, let alone the county, ive got 3 big trips coming up this year. Butkus library of camera instruction manuals where film camera instruction manuals have been found for free since 1997 donations accepted with a smile back to main camera manual page updated 2020.
Bronica sq a ae prism finder s original instruction manual on. The ectl was the last focal plane bronica using the classic bronica mount it was replaced by the leaf shutter bronicas. Like many interesting cameras i first discovered the bronica rf645 through an article written by bellamy on japan camera hunter, the article itself covers the history of the camera, but it doesnt really tell you what its like to use. The reflex mirror of bronica model s2a is an exclusive and original mechanism.
Advance film with manual film winder on film back until film start mark matches. Split image focusing screen 6x6 for sq sqa sqb 120 zenza bronica camera. Discussion in medium format started by german, mar 10, 2006. Sqam instructions sqb instructions sqb operating guide. Congratulations on your choice of the bronica sqa single lens reflex camera that has been developed to give you quality performance, simple handling convenience and extremely useful versatility, such as required for professional photography. Instructions are based on the waist level finder because of its popularity. We have been in business for over 40 years and have hundreds of thousands of satisfied customers all over the world. Bronica sqa medium format camera body at keh camera. Manual program modes 11 items 11 auto exposure 6 items 6 multiple exposure 6 items 6. The 6x6 format is classic and versatile but sometimes limited. M manual light metering user must manually set shutter speed as well as aperture.
Oct 21, 2017 i have newtome sqb and am just going through my first film with it. After the exposure, it instantly and automatically returns to viewing position. To obtain the best results from your bronica sq b, please read this instruction manual carefully before using the camera. When you hold it and feel its weight, you know that you are handling a wellengineered piece of equipment. The sqai was a slightly updated sqa, announced at the 1990. The bronica sqai is undoubtedly an attractive, classic, highperformance 214 slr as well as a superb and reliable picture taker. Split image focusing screen 6x6 for zenza bronica sq sqa sqb 120 camera new. Making it easy to change formats to suit your needs or creative urges, the sq a is certain to become a valuable and productive part of your photographic future.
The same way is also possible if you prefer to search by choosing the menu. View and download zenza bronica sqb owners manual online. It is very different from that of other single lens reflex cameras. Page 1 sqai congratulations on your choice of the zenza bronica sqai single lens reflex camera. Single lens reflex camera 27 pages summary of contents for bronica sqb. Bronica sq 6x6 medium format film system gary aytons. It has also been developed as a complete modular system camera, with a very high degree of interchangeability in lenses, finders, focusing screens, film backs, etc.
The sqb was a manually operating slr evolved from the sq ai, built to primarily satisfy the needs of professional studio photographers who work. I bought the latter because i use a handheld meter all the time and because i got a virtually unused kit for about half the price a similar condition saai would have cost. Although when i wind on to the next frame, the shutter cocks and the mirror goes back down simultaneously. There is no standard finder for the bronica sqa, with the user hav ing a choice of several finders. All bronica interchangeable lenses have automatic diaphragm, and critical focusing and viewing can. Production of the last bronica sq ai model including lenses and accessories finished at the end of september 2003, with sales continuing until inventories were depleted. Zenza bronica sqb owners manual 24 pages singlelensreflex camera. Find great deals on ebay for bronica sq and bronica sqa. Various finders can be used interchangeably on the etrs and will provide the user with different viewpoints. Bronica sqb instruction manual, user manual, pdf manual, free.
To obtain the best results from your bronica sqb, please read this instruction manual carefully before using the camera. During the sqa era, bronica had the sqam, a body with an integral motor drive that was absolutely enourmous not that the sqai motor is light or anything. This time im talking about the speed grip s and sqi metered prism viewfinder. Summary of contents of instruction manual for bronica sq ai.
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