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− | The '''XC-2''' was an [[M42]] mount [[35mm]] [[SLR]] marketed by [[Vivitar]]. It was built by [[Cosina]] and is similar to the [[Cosina CSR]]. Its main claim to fame is the odd accessory auto-exposure unit, which plugs into the | + | The '''XC-2''' was an [[M42]] mount [[35mm]] [[SLR]] marketed by [[Vivitar]]. It was built by [[Cosina]] and is similar to the [[Cosina CSR]] from c.1976.<ref>Page 226, {{McKeown12}}</ref> Its main claim to fame is the odd '''Vivitar XC-A''' accessory auto-exposure unit (rebadging Cosina's '''AEC adapter'''), which plugs into a socket above the regular [[flash sync| X-sync PC connector]] and rotates the shutter speed dial with a motor. |
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+ | A distinguishing feature of this model is that its [[stop down]] light metering allows switching between spot and averaging patterns. A half-press of the shutter button closes the lens to shooting aperture, and over/correct/under LEDs at the top of the viewfinder indicate the recommended exposure. A silver button on the front of the camera can then reopen the lens aperture for the brightest viewfinder image. There is an electronic self-time with a countdown LED, and a tab alongside the wind lever which permits [[multiple exposure]]s. | ||
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*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/arkku/864907706/in/pool-camerawiki/ Photo and description of the Vivitar XC-2 - flickr]. | *[http://www.flickr.com/photos/arkku/864907706/in/pool-camerawiki/ Photo and description of the Vivitar XC-2 - flickr]. | ||
− | + | * Manual for the [https://www.cameramanuals.org/pdf_files/vivitar_xc-a.pdf Vivitar XC-A] autoexposure unit from Mike Butkus' [https://www.butkus.org/chinon/ OrphanCameras.com] | |
+ | * [https://www.cameramanuals.org/pdf_files/cosina_csr.pdf Manual for the similar Cosina CSR] from Mike Butkus' [https://www.butkus.org/chinon/ OrphanCameras.com] | ||
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Revision as of 19:42, 4 June 2021
Vivitar XC-2 35mm Camera image by Kimmo Kulovesi (Image rights) |
The XC-2 was an M42 mount 35mm SLR marketed by Vivitar. It was built by Cosina and is similar to the Cosina CSR from c.1976.[1] Its main claim to fame is the odd Vivitar XC-A accessory auto-exposure unit (rebadging Cosina's AEC adapter), which plugs into a socket above the regular X-sync PC connector and rotates the shutter speed dial with a motor.
A distinguishing feature of this model is that its stop down light metering allows switching between spot and averaging patterns. A half-press of the shutter button closes the lens to shooting aperture, and over/correct/under LEDs at the top of the viewfinder indicate the recommended exposure. A silver button on the front of the camera can then reopen the lens aperture for the brightest viewfinder image. There is an electronic self-time with a countdown LED, and a tab alongside the wind lever which permits multiple exposures.
XC-2 with XC-A motorized shutter-speed control image by Kimmo Kulovesi (Image rights) |
Notes
- ↑ Page 226, McKeown, James M. and Joan C. McKeown's Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras, 12th Edition, 2005-2006. USA, Centennial Photo Service, 2004. ISBN 0-931838-40-1 (hardcover). ISBN 0-931838-41-X (softcover).
Links
- Photo and description of the Vivitar XC-2 - flickr.
- Manual for the Vivitar XC-A autoexposure unit from Mike Butkus' OrphanCameras.com
- Manual for the similar Cosina CSR from Mike Butkus' OrphanCameras.com