Camera Craftsman - Konica C35
This issue of Camera Craftsman presents a comprehensive servicing guide to the Konica C35, written by Andy Berger. The Konica C35 is a compact 35mm camera featuring programmed automatic exposure, rangefinder focusing, and an innovative two-blade shutter mechanism designed by Copal.
The article provides detailed disassembly procedures covering all major components: camera body deconstruction, viewfinder removal, lens assembly extraction, shutter mechanism with its unique three-blade design, and the CdS cell exposure metering system.
Special emphasis is placed on key mechanical systems: shutter operation in Auto, Bulb, and G.N. modes, the trap-needle exposure control system, exposure and focus adjustment procedures, and the electrical metering circuit comprising a galvanometer and CdS cell with fixed resistor calibration.
The guide offers detailed explanations on calibration procedures, shutter blade cleaning techniques, and optical element adjustments. Complete with sixteen instructional photographs documenting each disassembly and adjustment step, this issue serves as an essential reference for technicians and enthusiasts seeking to master the repair and maintenance of this iconic 1970s camera model.
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