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The '''FF-3 AF''' is a compact [[autofocus]] [[point and shoot]] [[35mm film]] camera released by Japanese manufacturer [[Ricoh]] in 1982. A version was available called '''FF-3D AF'''.
 
The '''FF-3 AF''' is a compact [[autofocus]] [[point and shoot]] [[35mm film]] camera released by Japanese manufacturer [[Ricoh]] in 1982. A version was available called '''FF-3D AF'''.
  
In 1984, a revised version was available called '''FF-3 AF Super'''. It has mostly the same features, the film speed list ASA as well as ISO. It also came in more colors black, red and silver. Again a '''FF-3D AF Super''' version was also available.
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In 1984, a revised version was available called '''FF-3 AF Super'''. It has mostly the same features, the film speed wheel lists ISO as well as ASA. It also came in more colors black, red and silver. Again a '''FF-3D AF Super''' version was also available.
  
 
The lens cover is opened by sliding a switch below the opening. The [[shutter release]] cannot be tripped unless the cover is opened. The lens is a Rikenon 35mm f/3.2 made of 5 elements, in 5 groups. It has a minimum shooting distance of 1m, with a close distance indicator when too close. Shutter is from 1/8 to 1/500 of a sec. The automatic exposure system is based on a [[CdS]] photocell which has a range of 6 to 17 [[EV]] (ASA 100). Film speed is adjusted with a dial on the left, from 25 to 1000 ASA. The viewfinder has a magnification 0.46x with a bright frame along with [[parallax]] markings for closer 1 to 1.2m subjects. In the center is the auto focus zone, the bottom has zone focus symbols indicators with single person, couple and mountain. A flash indicator is also in the lower right, blinking means there is insufficient light and flash needs to be used. Film advance and rewind are motorized. A [[self-timer]] is available with a delay of 10 seconds. It is powered by two AA batteries.
 
The lens cover is opened by sliding a switch below the opening. The [[shutter release]] cannot be tripped unless the cover is opened. The lens is a Rikenon 35mm f/3.2 made of 5 elements, in 5 groups. It has a minimum shooting distance of 1m, with a close distance indicator when too close. Shutter is from 1/8 to 1/500 of a sec. The automatic exposure system is based on a [[CdS]] photocell which has a range of 6 to 17 [[EV]] (ASA 100). Film speed is adjusted with a dial on the left, from 25 to 1000 ASA. The viewfinder has a magnification 0.46x with a bright frame along with [[parallax]] markings for closer 1 to 1.2m subjects. In the center is the auto focus zone, the bottom has zone focus symbols indicators with single person, couple and mountain. A flash indicator is also in the lower right, blinking means there is insufficient light and flash needs to be used. Film advance and rewind are motorized. A [[self-timer]] is available with a delay of 10 seconds. It is powered by two AA batteries.
 
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==Links==
 
==Links==
* [http://www.ricoh.co.jp/camera/cameralist/FF-3.html FF-3 AF] at [http://www.ricoh.co.jp/camera/cameralist/ Ricoh]
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* [https://www.butkus.org/chinon/ricoh/ricoh_ff-3af/ricoh_ff-3af-splash.htm Ricoh FF-3 AF user manual] at [https://www.butkus.org/chinon/ Butkus.org]
* [http://www.ricoh.co.jp/camera/cameralist/FF-3super.html FF-3 AF Super] at [http://www.ricoh.co.jp/camera/cameralist/ Ricoh]
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* [http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/japan/products/ricoh-filmcamera/cameralist/FF-3.html FF-3 AF] on the [http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/japan/products/ricoh-filmcamera/cameralist/ Ricoh Official Website Camera List] (in Japanese)
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* [http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/japan/products/ricoh-filmcamera/cameralist/FF-3super.html FF-3 AF Super] on the [http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/japan/products/ricoh-filmcamera/cameralist/ Ricoh Official Website Camera List] (in Japanese)
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[[Category:Japanese 35mm autofocus]]
 
[[Category:Japanese 35mm autofocus]]

Latest revision as of 07:13, 31 July 2021

The FF-3 AF is a compact autofocus point and shoot 35mm film camera released by Japanese manufacturer Ricoh in 1982. A version was available called FF-3D AF.

In 1984, a revised version was available called FF-3 AF Super. It has mostly the same features, the film speed wheel lists ISO as well as ASA. It also came in more colors black, red and silver. Again a FF-3D AF Super version was also available.

The lens cover is opened by sliding a switch below the opening. The shutter release cannot be tripped unless the cover is opened. The lens is a Rikenon 35mm f/3.2 made of 5 elements, in 5 groups. It has a minimum shooting distance of 1m, with a close distance indicator when too close. Shutter is from 1/8 to 1/500 of a sec. The automatic exposure system is based on a CdS photocell which has a range of 6 to 17 EV (ASA 100). Film speed is adjusted with a dial on the left, from 25 to 1000 ASA. The viewfinder has a magnification 0.46x with a bright frame along with parallax markings for closer 1 to 1.2m subjects. In the center is the auto focus zone, the bottom has zone focus symbols indicators with single person, couple and mountain. A flash indicator is also in the lower right, blinking means there is insufficient light and flash needs to be used. Film advance and rewind are motorized. A self-timer is available with a delay of 10 seconds. It is powered by two AA batteries.


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