Difference between revisions of "Medium Format Cameras Proficiency Test"
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===Proficiency Test=== | ===Proficiency Test=== | ||
====WRITTEN TEST==== | ====WRITTEN TEST==== | ||
| − | :Answers can be found in [[Medium Format Cameras Operating Guide]]. | + | :'''Answers can be found in [[Medium Format Cameras Operating Guide]].''' |
Complete this written portion on a separate sheet of paper before arriving for your operational proficiency. | Complete this written portion on a separate sheet of paper before arriving for your operational proficiency. | ||
| − | # What size film do the | + | # What size film do the Mamiya cameras use? What size are the pictures taken with these cameras? How many exposures to a roll? |
# What is the significance of the two red dots or triangles inside the back of the camera, and how do they effect the loading of the camera? | # What is the significance of the two red dots or triangles inside the back of the camera, and how do they effect the loading of the camera? | ||
# When would you use the magnifier? How do you set it up? | # When would you use the magnifier? How do you set it up? | ||
# Identify the differences between the film advance and shutter cocking mechanisms on the different cameras. | # Identify the differences between the film advance and shutter cocking mechanisms on the different cameras. | ||
# Where does the empty spool at the bottom of the camera go in order to load a new roll of film? | # Where does the empty spool at the bottom of the camera go in order to load a new roll of film? | ||
| − | # | + | # Explain the difference between a 35mm camera and a medium format camera. |
| − | # What is the function of the | + | # What is the function of the MX sync selector? Why should you not set the self-timer with it in the "M" position? |
# How do you rewind the film? | # How do you rewind the film? | ||
| − | # What is the extent of your financial responsibility | + | # What is the extent of your financial responsibility when you check out equipment from Media Loan? |
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====OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY==== | ====OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY==== | ||
:('''To be done during your scheduled appointment''') | :('''To be done during your scheduled appointment''') | ||
| − | + | * Identify all parts and controls on the camera, and identify differences between cameras. | |
| − | + | * Remove the camera from its case and load it, taking note of how easily the case can be damaged. | |
| − | + | * The back cover latch ring is marked with a "C" and an "O". Describe what do they stand for and how to use them. | |
| − | + | * Set the shutter speed to 1/125th sec. and f-stop to f4. | |
| − | + | * Demonstrate focusing and framing using the viewing screen, critical focus magnifier, and sports finder. | |
| − | + | * Cock the shutter and take a picture, advance the film. | |
| − | + | * Use the self-timer properly, explain flash sync function and precautions | |
| − | + | * Wind film through camera and demonstrate proper film handling when unloading camera. | |
| − | + | * Demonstrate proper lens cleaning techniques and finally close up the camera and prepare it for storage. | |
| − | [[category:Media Loan]] | + | [[category:Media Loan Tests]] |
Latest revision as of 11:07, 21 January 2021
Proficiency Test
WRITTEN TEST
- Answers can be found in Medium Format Cameras Operating Guide.
Complete this written portion on a separate sheet of paper before arriving for your operational proficiency.
- What size film do the Mamiya cameras use? What size are the pictures taken with these cameras? How many exposures to a roll?
- What is the significance of the two red dots or triangles inside the back of the camera, and how do they effect the loading of the camera?
- When would you use the magnifier? How do you set it up?
- Identify the differences between the film advance and shutter cocking mechanisms on the different cameras.
- Where does the empty spool at the bottom of the camera go in order to load a new roll of film?
- Explain the difference between a 35mm camera and a medium format camera.
- What is the function of the MX sync selector? Why should you not set the self-timer with it in the "M" position?
- How do you rewind the film?
- What is the extent of your financial responsibility when you check out equipment from Media Loan?
OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY
- (To be done during your scheduled appointment)
- Identify all parts and controls on the camera, and identify differences between cameras.
- Remove the camera from its case and load it, taking note of how easily the case can be damaged.
- The back cover latch ring is marked with a "C" and an "O". Describe what do they stand for and how to use them.
- Set the shutter speed to 1/125th sec. and f-stop to f4.
- Demonstrate focusing and framing using the viewing screen, critical focus magnifier, and sports finder.
- Cock the shutter and take a picture, advance the film.
- Use the self-timer properly, explain flash sync function and precautions
- Wind film through camera and demonstrate proper film handling when unloading camera.
- Demonstrate proper lens cleaning techniques and finally close up the camera and prepare it for storage.
