Vintage Argus

How do you use an Argus 35mm Film Camera?

Recently I received in my possession a harvest (of work) Argus 35mm camera. I do not know the name the model, but if there is any information you can provide in order to find the model, please ask. They do not come with a manual, and not just want to experience with numerous knobs and dials on the camera body. Besides putting in the movie, I'm pretty clueless as to how to operate the camera. Help?

You need to learn how to manually configure their exposure. That the shutter speed and aperture you choose will determine whether you get the exposure correct. If your camera comes with a light meter that you need to use it. It should look like a bit of needle. As you change both the shutter speed or aperture should see it move. When in the center has adequate exposure. If you have a light meter has two options. You can buy a light meter or use Sunny 16 rule. See the link below. I suggest you either take a couple of books about the exhibition or take a class. The rules are the same with digital cameras as they are with a film so that will benefit both ways. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunny_16_rule

Vintage Argus

Vintage Argus