~OLYMPUS MACROPHOTO GROUP
Although it escapes the realm of our normal quicker and easier to use t han any other system vision, a virtually unknown and unexplored as well. microcosm of photographical subject matter This booklet has been provided as a guide to surrounds us. lt is a fascinating realm that is at familiari ze the OM Photographer w ith t he basic once beautiful and bustI ing with activity. Those m acrophoto units in the sy stem and the overall who venture to explore it are afforded new per concept of the system itself. lt provides various spectives on the nature o f I ife itself. Not only do charts outlining the shooting combinations and they d iscover new ways of viewing flowers, in magnifications possible w ith the va rious acces sects and various other forms of life, but in the sories available so as to assist you in se lecting process of examining the basic structures of exactly the right combinations to meet your an imate and inanimate objects at close range, individual shooting needs. In addition, i t also they also uncover countless colorful and creative furnishes a variet y of related data on close-up and shapes they previously never knew existed. macro photography, from the bas ic principles of You the OM Photographer - whether wor king m acrophotography for the beginner to helpful with OM cameras - are blessed with a very hints on lighting and other macrophoto tech· special" option. At your disposal is one of t he niques which the experienced photographer w ill most extensive systems of macrophotography find useful as well. Be su re to keep the booklet ever developed. Comprised of an army of sophis nearby as ready reference each tim e you enter ticated and precision macrophoto units, this well t hat very special "Olympus World of Macro thought-out system not only offers you countless photography ." shooting combinations and possibilities, but is
NOTE: The models names OM-4 and OM-2 in this manual also stand for the following models: OM-4 ... OM-4T, OM-4Ti OM-2 ... OM-25, OM-25/P, OM-2N ------! ------r:; TABLE OF CONTENTS
• THE JOYS OF MACRO- • PRACTICAL MACROPHOTO PHOTOGRAPHY ...... 5 - 6 T ECHN IQUES ...... 23-24 • FEAT URES OF T H E OM SYSTEM · Flowers MACROPHOTO GROUP ...... 9·10 • Insects and Small Animals • THE BASIC PR INCIPLES OF · Still Life MACROPHOTOGRAPHY ...... 11 - 14 • LIGHT ING T ECHNIQUES .. 25-26 • Basics of Close-ups, Macrophotography, and ·Convenient Lighting Sources Photomicrograpny ·Illumination with Electronic Flash T32 ·Magnification ··-· ·Illumination with T 10 Ring Flash 1 ·Magnification aiiti Exposure Factors • SELECTIN G MACRO LENSES . . . . . 29-3 1 ·Depth of Focus vs. Depth of Field • SE L ECTIN G FI NDER UNITS . . . . . 33· 34 • Focusing • SELECTIN G EXTENSION UNITS . . . 35- 37 • Exposure and Lighting • SELECT ING ELECTRONIC FLASH • COMBINATION OF SYSTEM UNITS UNITS ...... 39-4 3 FOR CHOICE IN TERMS OF • SE LECTING STAN DS AND BASES ... 45-46 MAGNIFICATION ...... 15·16 • SE L ECTING ILLUMIN ATORS ...... 47-52 • SYSTEM UN IT COMBINATIONS . . ... 17-20 • CHART OF MACROPHOTO GROUP . . . 53 • BASIC MACROPHOTO T ECHNIQUES .. 21-22 • CHART OF PHOTOGRAPH IC RANGES. 54 · Focusing • CHART OF FLASH PHOTO GROUP . . . 55 · A perture Setting • ZUIKO MEDICAL MACRO ...... 57 ·58 · The Decisive Moment · Quality Image Reproduction vs. Blur · The Advantages of Electronic F lash · Working w ith 3-Dimensional Subjects ------2------The opportunities for the macrophoto grapher are virtually limitless. A snail with its young mak in g its way across a b right green leaf somehow seems to illustrate parental affection. 1 X. OM-2 with Zu ik o Macro SOmm F3.5 lens, Auto Extension Tube 25 and T32 E lectronic F lash , at f/8. (Photo by Kon Sasaki) Flowers are an end· less world of beauty and also make fasci· nating subject mat· ter at close range. A bright red rose w ith al l its integrate pat· terns and crimson hues seems to con· vey passion. 2X. OM·2 with Zuiko 1 : 1 Macro 80mm F4 and Telescopic Auto ·T ube 65- 116 at f/5.6. (Photo by Kazuto K ihara) rii THE JOYS OF MACROPHOTOGRAPHY
• H int for Discovery of Macrophotographic Joys graphs in general photography are involved in Perhaps the old cliche, "a picture is worth a close-up and macrophotography as well. But, thousand words" best describes the fun-filled initially, such considerations are of little impor· world of macrophotography. The photographer tance. When you first enter the world of macro planning to enter this fascinating world should try photography, the important thing to remember is this: with a 3X or SX power magnifying glass in simply this: take as many and as wide a range of one hand, walk around and take a look at the photographs as possible. A few days later when objects 1n the world around you. At home, for you examine your sl ides or prints, you will soon example, examine various objects at close range discover which attempts were successful, and also -a watch, a pencil or pen, the prints on the pages where you fell short of achieving your goals. This of a book, flowers in a vase, cigarettes, matches, is t he best way to begin. and so forth. Then, take the magnifying glass out· Essentially t he basic criteria for judging a close· side and examine the seemingly endless number up o r macrophoto is the same as that for a photo of objects in the neighborhood as well - the bark you would take in the general photography range. of a tree, a blade of grass, insects busy in the yard lt is not enough that there is a certain beauty or of garden, even objects along the roadside such as rarity about the subject, or that you like it an insect wing, a piece of animal fur, or the rust personally. lt must also hold the viewer's interest, on an old sign. or have the capacity to move people in some The first thing which will amaze you on your way. In addition, many photographers feel that new adventure is the vast array of interesting and serious consideration should be given to compo fascinating objects that will appear before your sition as well. And, of course, the photograph magnifying glass. In fact, take it along with you must also exhibit that essential combination of on a hike, you will be further amazed at t he split-second timing and good judgement that myriad creations of nature that will make inter· culminates in "the decisive moment." But, as we esting subjec t matter. said above, you would be best to skip these However, simply because certain objects have an considerat ions at first and simply go out and intr iguing form or appear beautiful through a shoot. This is the surest way to discover the magnifying glass, it doesn't necessarily mean that fun-filled worl d of macrophotography, a realm they will photograph interestingly. Many of the full o f int rigue for people of all ages and from all elements involved in producing quality photo· walks of life. ------5------• Improving Your Macrophoto Techniques constantly ask yourself what it is that makes When you photograph an object that you feel t hem successful as well as other pertinent ques will make good subject matter, also make it a tions about them. In t he process of learning to point to keep a record of the date you photo interpret the qualities that constitute a good graphed the object and other data concerning the photograph, you will also learn to apply this photo. This information will prove invaluable as a knowledge successfully to your own photographs. safeguard against failure when you take similar In addition, you will find yourself discovering photographs in the future. lt is also extremely new themes and ideas, and you will have also helpful to have your photographs critisized by a acquired many of the technical abilities needed to photographer more experienced than yourself. capture them skill fully on film. Practical criticism from a successful photographer Lastly, it should be emphasized that in order to is a sure shortcut to developing your own succes achieve full enjoyment in the field of close-up ful techniques. and macrophotography, it is important not to Books on close-up and macrophotography are hurry. In high-magnification work, more so than plentiful on the market today and it is helpful to in any other field of photography, the axiom read as many as possible. Another sure way to "haste makes waste" holds true. If you rush improvement, especially at first, is to imitate the things in the beginning you may find yourself work of others. In a field where trial and error giving up before you have mastered the basics. are initially the most important elements, work More than anything else in this field, remember ing over the successful techniques of others will to take time out to master the basics. Once you quickly show you the areas where you are have gained a solid foothold with this knowledge, weakest yourselt, and gradually lead you to you will progress in leaps and bounds. And, in improve on your own. the process, a whole new world of creative free In the beginning, do not be deceived by a mastery dom will be yours. (by Kon Sasaki) of the technical a,spects of macrophotography. In this field, a corollary to developing good tech nique is to develop the ability to "read" a photo graph, much in the same way you learned to read a book in the early days of school. Observe as many photographs as possible and, in doing so, ------6------When photographed at high magnifies· tion a moorgrass takes on the appear· ance of fine crystal. Using a straight for· ward composition and a simple back· ground one can easi ly emphasize its inte· grate natural beauw. 3X. OM·2with Z uiko MC Macro 38mm F 3.5 lens, Auto Bel· lows and E lectr onic Flash T 32. (Photo by Kon Sasaki) Wandering through a field on a spring day, you migh t come ac ross a dandelion blowing in the breeze, perhaps click your shutter in fascination as you watch small insect fighting the elements of nature. 1X. OM-2with Z uiko Macro 5 0 mm F3.5 lens at F4 and Auto Extension T ube 25. (Photo by Kazu to Kihara) ~ FEATURES OF THE OM SYSTEM MACROPHOTO GROUP
The world of macrophotography is truly a source possible in accordance with the design of the OM of endless beauty and amazement. The Macro· camera bodies and the original concept of the photo Group features a wide variety of system OM System. In addition, thanks to the "TTL units to assist you in photographing all types of Direct" Light Measuring system pioneered by subject matter at close range, including equip Olympus, the troublesome calculations for flash ment optimized for scientific and industrial photography and other exposure inconven iences work, along with that optimized for creative traditionally associated with macrophotography purposes. The various units in the system may be have been eliminated. As the following list of subdivided into two general groups. One group is features indicates, the OM System's Macrophoto t~e "Composite method" consisting of light· Group contains an unprecedented range of units w eight, attachment type accessories for use in and has been developed in such a w ay that conjunction with the Macro 50mm Lens or macrophotography, which was once a highly Standard Lens, such as Close-Up Lenses, Ex ten specialized rea lm reserved for the professional or sion Tubes or the Auto Bellows and the Handy serious amateur, has become incredibly easy for Copy Stand. The other group is the "Professional anyone to enter. method" consisting of hard core macrophoto Features of the Macrophoto Group are as follows: accessories including the full line-up of Zu iko • A Wide Selection of Macrophoto Lenses: Macrophoto Lenses. the Auto Bellows and Nine special lenses have been developed for bellows attachments, PMT-35 Macrophoto Equip· macrophoto use (inclu::ling five lenses - the ment, and the unique new Telescopic Auto Zuiko Macro 20mm F2, Macro 20mm F3.5, Extension Tube 65·116. Macro 38mm F2.8, Macro 38mm F3.5, 1 :1 Macro In addition, accessories within these two methods 80mm F4 - which are specifically optim ized for may be further classified into "indoor type" use with the Auto Bellows or Telescopic Auto units such as the Auto Bellows/Macrophoto Tube 65-116). In addition, the Macro 135mm Stand combination, and "outdoor type" units F4.5 Macro 90mm/F2 and the Macro 50mm F2/ consisting of Close-Up Lenses used in combina· F3.5 are designed to meet the photographer's t ion w ith lightweight, hand·holdable units such as requirements in both the realms of macrophoto· the Telescopic Auto Tube 65-116. graphy and normal photography. A ll units in the Macrophoto Group of course Unprecedentedly Lightweight, Compact and have been made as lightweight and compact as Mobile: 9------Beginning with the Zuiko Macro Lenses, all • Shadowless Macrophotographs: accessories in the Macrophoto Group, including With the T10 Ring Flash 1 or TB Ring Flash 2 the Auto Ex tension Tubes, Auto Bellows Stands you ca n obtain full, even illumination for close· and Copying units, etc., offer unprecedented up and macro subjects at extremely close work compactness. ing d istances. When the T1 0 Ring Flash 1 is used • TTL Direc t "OTF" Light Measurement : in conjunction with Ring Cross Filter POL (a When the various accessories in the Group are special cross-polarizing filter for minimizing used in conjunction with one of the TTL "OTF" direct reflections) "shadowless" photographs are Auto Flash units and the OM·4 (OM·2) camera, possible. The bounce ligh ting function made light is measured directly "off-the-f ilm" for un· possible by the reflector of the TB Ring Flash 2 precedented exposu re accuracy w ith minimum cuts out the direct, ring-shaped reflections that fuss. Correct flash exposures are obtained as are unavoidable in regular r ing flash photography, automatically as non-flash exposures and without to ach ieve beautifully clear pictures that are al· exposu re ca lculation regardless of the working most ent irely free of shadows. This feature is aperture or magnification. handy for glossy subjects in general macrophoto· • Easy Multi· Flash in the TT L Direct Mode: graphy and invaluable for critical work in scienti Moreover, for situations where additional lighting fic and medical photography where non~lare is required due to critical depth-of-field, multi photos are a must. unit flash is also possible in the TTL Direct • The Most Sophisticated and Functional "OTF" mode using the T10 Ring Flash in con Macrophoto Units Ever Developed : junction w ith either the T28, T32 or T20 Auto Olympus is able to offer you the most advanced Flash units via special mult iple flash adapter units. and r ichest range of macrophoto equipment ever • Handling with the Ease of Snapshots: assembled. From the "Composite Method" per· Simply attach the Telescopic Auto T ube 65-116 mitting easy hand-held work outdoors or light and the Zuko Macro 135mm lens to an OM-4 work indoors, to the "Professional Method" con camera, for example, for hand-held shooting all sisting of the Auto Bellows, Stands, Copying the w ay from infinity to magnifications as high as Equipment and highly specialized units such as 0.43X. Troublesome subjects such as insects and the PMT-35 Macro Equipment, the Macrophoto small animals can be photographed at ample Group offers a complete array of units for use in working distances w ith the ease of snapshot s. various combinations to meet virtually all your macrophoto needs. ~THE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF MACROPHOTOGRAPHY
Basics of Close-ups, Macrophotography, life-size to approximately 30X. Magnifications and Photomicrography beyond this range generally fall into photomicro graphy or photography with a microscope. There Many photographers are not actually aware of is quite a bit of overlapping, however, as the true the distinction between close-up photography d istinction is not based on magnification but and macrophotography and often use the two method. More explicitly, photomicrography terms interchangeably. Generally speaking, how refers to photography of microscopic subjects ever, close-up photography covers the magnifica involving both an objective and an eyepiece, while tion ranges from 1/ 10X to life-size (1X), while macrophotography involves use of the "taking macrophotography covers magnifications from lens" alone without an eyepiece. Figures 1-A, 1-B and 1-C show the distance Fig. 1 Subject relationships of the subject, lens, and film plane at various magnification levels. Note the place ~ ment of the lens. At magnifications lower than at magnlflcatlons len than 1 X-· 1 X ( Fig. 1-A) the distance between the subject and the lens is greater than between the lens and (Th1s distonce •• larger ) the film plane. At 1 X magnification (Fig. 1-B) the d istance between the subject and the film is approximately equal, while at magnifications
F ilm c;~lane greater than 1 X (Fig. 1-C) the distance between at 1 X t he lens and the film plane is greater than be- magnification
Fig. 2
-. at magnifications gr~a tef than 1 X Focal lcmgth dtstanc;e Total lens ex tens· Film · tO·Sub ect d istance ------11------tween the lens and the subject. By these com To obtain the high-magnifications required for parisons we can easily see that in order to obtain macrophotography. the distance between the lens high magnification photos in the macrophoto and the film must be extended as shown in Fig. range, extension of the distance between the lens 1-C. and the film is required. Correspondingly, the This is usually accomplished by placing extension lens must also be placed closer to the subject equipment such as a bellows unit, or extension than with low close-up or life-size magnifications. tubes between the lens and th e camera. or by using specially developed macro photo lenses . Magnification The subject area also varies in relation to magnifi cation as shown in Fig. 4, and whether to select a Magnification is the re lationship between the size short or long focal length lens for a particular of the image on the negative and the size of the shot often depends on which of these two factors actual subject Itself. When the image of the is given prior ity. subject on the negat ive or portion of the image corresponds exactly with the dimensions of the Magnification and Subject Area Fig. 4 subject itself. magnification is said to be life-size [Magnifi- Magnifi· or 1 X. cation(x) Subject Area cation(x) Subject Area Magnification/ Distance Re lat ionsh ips I 0.1 240x360mm _ 1.5 16x24mm with a 50mm Lens Fig. 3 0.5 48 x 72mm 5.0 4.8x7.2mm Magnif i- 1 1 1.0 I 24x36mm , 0.0 2.4x3.6mm cation 0.2 0.5 1 .o 2.0 5.0 ho.o I g istance(mm! (x ) Subject-to·lens Magnification and Exposure Factors distance 300 150 100 75 60 55 Lens-to-film In relation to the degree of lens extension and distance 60 75 100 150 300 550 the corresponding increase in magnification, the Subject-to-film light hitting the film is diverged over a wider area 360 225 200 225 360 605 distance and a need for increase in the "exposure factor" NOTE : Lens-to· film distance is calculated from results. A lthough t he advantages of through-the the second nodal point (See Fig. 2). lens exposure measurement offered in all of t he ------1?------OM cameras automatically compensate for ex Fig. 5 gives the ex Fig. 6 posure factor increase, it is helpful to know how posure factor and exposure factors are calculated not only to gain a corresponding ap full understanding of the basics of macrophoto erture increase for graphy, but for critical exposure situations where magnifications re you wish to override the meter. The exposure quired for magnifi factor for any given magnification may be calcu cations from 0.1 X lated by the following simple formula: EF = !1 + t o 1 OX. Magnification}'. Corresponding to the exposure Note how sharply factor increase a discrepancy also arises between the exposure factor •• o f tocvs. the physical f-stop on the lens and the actual f. and the effective stop in use. The following formula may be used aperture increase to calculate the actual or "effective" f-stop (EF at high magnifica Stop): tions. EF-Stop = F-Stop x (Magnification + 1) DEPTH OF FOCUS vs. DEPTH OF Magnif ication and Exposure Adjustment F ig. 5 FIELD Magnification Exposu re Increase of Factor Aperture What is frequently mistakenly cal led depth of 0.1 1.21 0.3 focus should actually be referred to as depth of field . As shown in Fig. 6, depth of focus refers 0 .5 2.25 1 .2 to the area of acceptable focus in front and 1.0 4.00 2 beyond the image of the subject at the film plane. 1.5 6.25 2.6 Depth of field, on the other hand, refers to the 2.0 9.00 3.2 area of acceptable focus in front and beyond the actual three-dimensional subject and is influenced 3.0 16.00 4 by factors such as lens aperture, focal length of 5.0 36.00 5.2 the lens and distance f rom the subject. 10.0 121 .00 7 Focusing ______Satisfactory focus on the whole can be obtained 13 w ith three : ~----.---~--;g • • • • • • • .• 0.1 X 0.2 X 0.3X 0.5X 1X • SUBJECf ARfiA Jrnmt 240 XJ6() BOX 120 48X72 24 X36 ------~)X MAC.NIFICATION 0.1 X 0.3 X o.sx ZUIKO MACRO 90mm F2 ~:::::::::::::=~~~~~~~:;~~~::::::::::::::-:~oJx . 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The basic magnifi· cations possible w ith the various units used in different combinations are sho~n in the chart on page 54. Al though the accessories in th e " Profes sional Method" are basically for indoor use, and those in the "Composite Method" are for outdoor use, accessories such as the highly versatile Tele· scopic Auto Tube 65 - 116 used in conjunction with various macro lenses are convenient for both indoor and outdoor use. In macrophotography, magnification takes pri ority over all other factors. Once the magnifica t ion is determined, the photographer can select the system units combinations best suited for the particular shot, based on the subject area, the working d istances sought and other factors. The following three pages contain examples illustrat 0.3X ing actual magnifications and subject areas ob· Zuiko Macro 135mm tained with the various system unit combinations F4.5 w ith Telescopic in the Macro photo Group. Use them as a guide in Auto T u be 65-116. selecting accessories which best accord with your own close-up and macrophoto needs. ------17 ------Zu iko Macro 50mm F3.5 o.sx lX Z u ko 1 : 1 Macro 8Qm m F4 with Tale· scopic Auto Tube 65- 116. ------]8;------Zuiko Macro 135rnm F4.5 with Telescopic Auto T ube 65-116 0.4X 2X Zu iko 1 : 1 Macro 80mm F4 wit h Tele· scopic Auto Tube 65-116 and Close· up Lens 80mm Macro , ------~9 ------Zuko Macro 38mm F3.5 with Auto Bel lows sx 20"m F2 lOX Zuiko Macro 20mm F3.5 with Auto Bellows 38ttr F 3 . 5 ~BASIC MACROPHOTO TECHNIQUES (By Kon Sasaki) • Focusing dimensional subjects t hat require prec1se and We have already stated that in close-up photo detailed reproduction. But, for asthetic applica graphy, the greater the magnification, the more tions in artistic and commercial photography, shallow the depth of f ield. At O.SX with a 50mm often wide lens apertures .are more su itable. This Macro lens, for example, t he depth of field is a is because the shallow depth of field at wide lens mere 6mm at f/16, w hile at f/22 it extends apertures creates an out-of-focus effect in the only to 9mm. One of the consequences of shal background that simplifies complicated and clu t low depth of field is that even the slight • Flowers Flowers constitute a fascinating realm of subject matter for close-up and macrophoto work. They are relatively stationary and can be easily photo· graphed at both high and low magnifications. Moreover. they present a virtually endless array of colors and shapes, which makes them intrigu ing for both the beginner and the experienced photographer to photograph. When photograph ing flow ers at magnifications from 0.5X to life· size, the Macro 50mm lens used in conjunction with the Au to Extension Tube 25 is extremely handy and assures excellent resu lts. In photographing flowers, you are faced with one major problem - the w ind. One of the best de· tenses against the wind is to use a fast shutter • Insects and Small Animals speed and wait until it dies down for a spell. You A larva hatching from an egg, entering the pupal can also bring along a small reflector, which will stage, then sprouting wings and maturing. Photo· not only help you deflect the wind but also aid in graph ing the growth patterns of a dragonfly. a lighting control. When working in the field, cl ut· butterfly and the other forms of insect life is tered backgrounds also tend to cause problems. another realm of fascinating subject matter for These can be dealt with by using a wide lens aper· close-distance photography. For photographing ture, which will blend the various background natural phenomena such as the hatching of an egg colors and forms together , and create an interest· or an insect sprouting w ings, excellent results can ing highlighting effect around your subject. The be obtained by using a tripod in conjunction with longer focal length lenses such as Macro 135mm precision macrophoto equipment such as the F4.5 or the 1:1 Macro SO mm F4 lens do an ex Macro 50mm lens or 1 : 1 Macro 80mm lens plus cellent job of si mplifying backgrounds. the Telescopic Auto Tube and Electronic Flash T32. However, aside from equipment, patience 23------more than camera technique ultimately spells the d ifference betwen success and failure for this type of photography. A s insects are acutely at tuned to danger, it's best to use a long focal length lens such as Macro 135mm or 1: 1 Macro 80mm in situations w here they might be frighten ed away. T hese lenses used in conjunction w ith the smooth-extending Telescopic A u to T ube 65 - 116, let you set magnifications freely and pro vide ample working distances to photograph the subject without frightening it away. A gain, how ever , be sure to use a tripod as cam era movement is easi ly detected with long focal length lenses. • Still Life T here are countless subjects in your home that w ill photograph in teres tingly at high magnifica t ions. The paper clips on top of your desk, a pen, a match, or any of the various objects in your liv ing room, kitchen, etc. Simply decide what you w ish to shoot and how to shoot it, the rest is tech· nique. Holding the camera in your hand and using an electronic flash you can improve your tech nical skills by pho tographing the various objects in your home under different exposure condi tions. Also try various compositions w ith the sa me object or try photographing i t with lenses of different focal lengths so as to develop your powers of expression and sense of perspective. ------24 riiJ LIGHTING TECHNIQUES • Convenient Lighting Sources One of the secrets of taking beautiful photo· graphs outdoors is to take advantage of the bnl· liant lighting provided by the gleammg sun. How· ever. if ~ork i ng indoors. or outdoors on a cloudy day or on the shade, auxiliary lighting is usually necessary. For such situations. electronoc flash os one of the most convenient lighting sources avaol· able. particularly in close-distance work where high magnifications and small lens apertures arc the norm. Moreover, thanks to the TTL Central· ized Contro l Flash system offered with the Olympus auto flash units. a w hole new level of exposure convenience and accuracy has been reached in electronic flash photography. non a exposures. • Illumination w ith Electronic Flash T32 as well. This system measures eo rrect In many close-range flash situations. you can suf· flash exposure di· lice by using just one T32 electronic flash unit. rectly at the film This is because there is very little difference be· plane from inside tween the flash angle and the camera angle at the camera to give close distances. so the angle of illumination can you correct flash be used to cover the entire subject without pro exposures automati· ducing shadows. The principle involved is similar cally and regardless of to that of the lights on the top of the elevator lens aperture. In addi· shining down to illuminate the faces of the peo tion. magnifications ple ent irely without shadows. For horizontal also can be chosen format shooting. you can mount the f lash unit freely. making flash directly to the camera and angle the f lash head exposures as easy as slightly downward to obtain sufficient illumina· - tion. In the vertical format. however, best results are obtained by mounting the flash to Power Bounce Grip 2 or hold the flash back further away from the camera. Photography with the T28 Macro Flash units For short w orking distances, the flash head can be fitted to the front of the lens with a special attachment, the Macro Flash Shoe Ring. This makes the T28 Macro Flash 1 an extremely use ful unit. Alternatively. the T28 Twin Flash 1 provides two linked flash heads for very versatile lighting effects, such as accentuated shadows, highlighted backgrounds, etc. Illumination with the Ring Flash The T 10 Ring Flash 1 is excellent for situations where normal flash illuminatoon will not suffice, range. Focusing problems are also overcome such as for photographing inside a hole or tubing easily by means of a handy focusing lamp built and for photographing small sub into the R ing Flash unit. jects in detail at high magnifi When using a ring flash care must be taken to cations without producing avoid causing a ring-shaped image on the photo shadows. The Ring Flash fits graph. Wi th the T1 0, the special Ring Cross Filter conveniently around the PO L will prevent direct reflections from the flash front of the camera lens, back onto the photo. In the case of the TS, as the permitting you to illumi light from the flash section is first bounced off nate the subject freely the reflector, the lighting is unprecedentcdly so ft and without t he vignet and there is no r isk of strong shadow effects. ting from light cut-off by the lens barrel that would occur if you w ork ed with another type of flash unit at such close r;;sELECTING MACRO LENSES Macro lenses are specially de· world of new and excotong dis· • Zuiko Macro 135mm F4.5 signed interchangeable lenses for coveries. Every one of the lenses Developed for use in conjunc· offering optimum resolution shown here is a triumphant t ion with the Telescopic Auto and convenience when working vindication of this belief. As Tube 65·116 or Auto Bellows, with subjects in the close dis· regards precision, they draw on this lens focuses all the way tance range. In contrast, stand· all the vast technological re· from infinity to 0.43X, and aper· ard lenses are usually designed sources of one of the world's tures extend all the way to f/45. to deliver best performance at leading microscope manufactur· An excellent lens for use in both infinity, and their performance ers. Select the most suitable lens falls off at close range especially for your needs and for the range when magnifications approach of magnifications - low, life the vicinity of 1 X. However, no size, or high -that you require. single macro lens is capable of Then build up the necessary sys delivering optimum perform· tem units around that lens, and ance for the entire range of low, you will be fully prepared to high and mid-range close dis· tackle the fascinating world of tance work, either. For this macro. If your work is most ly reason, Olympus has developed indoors in studio conditions, the of seven different macro lenses, Auto Bellows will be the exten· each optimiled to give maxi· sion unit of choice. For outdoor mum results in seven different 'action' macrophotography, on working areas, enabling the the other hand, the Telescopic photographer to tailor his choice Auto Tube 65-116 is ideal ... The macrophotography and normal to individual photograph ical OM System guarantees satisfac· photography as well. For high requirements. Two further es· tion in everything from serious magnification work, its tele· sential considerations in the sc ientific macrophotography, to photo focal length provides design were functionality and handling and performance that pleasant perspective with ample sharp definition. This was in line make hand-held shooting almost working distance, making it w ith the OLYMPUS belief that as easy as taking snapshots. ideal for photographing live sub· looking through the eyes of a jects such as insects and small macro lens opens up an infinite animals. • Zuiko 1: 1 Macro 80mm F4 • Zuiko Macro 90mm F2 • Zuiko M acro 50mm F2/F3.5 This lens was also developed for A medium telephoto macro lens This outstanding 50mm macro use in conjunction with the with a magnification ra nge from lens features continuous focus Telescopic Auto Tube 65-1 16 or 1/2 life size to infinity. Subject ing all the way from infinity Auto Bellows. lt is specially de area coverage runs f rom infinity down to 0.5X, while subject signed to offer optimum resolu to 72mm x 48mm. area coverage runs from infinity tion in the vicinity of life-size, With an F2 aperture the bright to 72mm x 48mm. lt is stand where its sharpness is unparalled. est lens in its class, featuring ardized for magnifications of In addition, it also produces superb resolution at macro 0.1 X and doubles as a high reso excellent results throughout its distances and excellent perform lution standard lens. However, it entire magnification range run ance even with subjects at also features an automatic cor ning from 0 .5X to 2X, offering infinity. rection system for close-distance greater working distances than The exclusive Olympus focus aberration - the first lens of its its short focal length counter aberration correction mecha kind - and is capable of high parts. Subject area coverage runs nism guarantees first class resolution over its entire operat from 48mm x 72mm down to picture sharpness all the way ing range. 12mm x 18mm. from minimum focus to infinity. ------3L------• Zu iko Macro 38mm F2.8 • Zuiko Macro 20mm F2 • Zuiko Macro 38mm F3.5 Features full automatic apertur· The super bright F2 aperture is This lens is specially designed to ing over a magnification range a world first in this class of high solve the problem of obtaining from 3.1 to 4.5X life size with magnification macro lens. Wi th high resolution images for mag the Telescopic Auto Tube 65· the Telescopic Auto Tube 65- nification ranges from 2X to 6 X. 116. With the Auto Bellows and 116 it offers fully automatic Subject area coverage runs f rom various attachments, the photo aperturing over a magn ification 20mm x 13mm down to 6mm x graphic range extends from 1. 7 range f rom 6.8 to 9.3X I ife size. 4mm. (With Auto Bellows) (The aperture ring 1s operated manually only.) to 8X. As with the Zuiko 20mm With the Auto Bellows and • Zuiko Macro 20mm F3.5 F2, special attention was paid to various attachments, the photo· A short focal length Macro Lens lighting requirements. The front graphic range increase t o 4.2 - specifically designed to produce of the lens is tapered to mini 16X life size. Adopts high re sharply focused pictures for m ize the problem of shadows fractive index , low dispersion magnifications from 4X to 12X. from the lens spoiling the optical glass. Chromat ic aberra Subject area coverage extends picture. tions are almost totally elimi f rom 8 .4mm x 5.6mm to 3mm nated. x 2mm. (With Auto Bellows) ------3]------I ~ ri:J SELECTING FINDER UNITS The viewf inder o f the OM cam era Focusing Screens takes on a special importance in macrophotography. Looking r-CIJ-o1 r::· 1- through the viewfinder the Zutko SO•F"1.8 photographer performs the vari -· ~ \ 1-1 ous operations of focusing, com· I :JJ position, and adjusting the ex Zul:ko Maeto~rz posure. He also sets the depth of GJ field which is extremely shallow 1-13 ([] in macrophotography, even with Zuiko Macro 50mmF2 F35 the lens stopped down to f/5.6 - or f / 11. Moreover, the viewfinder ' -f I. GJ C]J Varlm&gni I 4 is darker than normal and the Zulko 1:1 M acro 80TriiF 4 Finder '---'-----'--'\ , a view is complicated by grain ap parent at high magnifications. - m Yet, in spite of this, greater pre Zulko M acro f35ftf!F 4 . S CISion in focusing is required. Eyecup f- These factors must be borne in J f- [) m ind for choosing viewfinder •. - - Zuiko accessory equipment suitable 0 0 1-lO for the subject matter and m acro equ ipment you are work· Zulko M ing with. - 1-11 Zuiko M acr o 20.,..,F2 - Zutko Macro 20.-Fl. 5 ------3 ~------• Focusing Screens • Varimagni Finder • Eyecup 1 The OM System features a total A convenient focusing aid facili Fits over the viewfinder frame of 14 interchangeable focusing tating comfortable viewing at to prevent glare and loss of con screens to meet the gamut of low angles and in other difficult trast resultong from stray light focusong needs. The six screens situations. The eyepiece rotates hitting the eyepiece. An essential as outlined below are most suit· 360 whole working as a combi aod for high-magnification work able for macrophoto work. nation of angle-finder and mag· with dark subjects or when nifier in accurate focusing. Mag- shooting at stopped-down aper tures. ~ I H I·CN HO , 1--ll H2 HJ Lens Magnrf•eauon Screen --~:.:=- Macro O.SX 1-1. 1-4H, 90mm 1·10. 1-13 Macro nificatoons are variable in two • Dioptric Correction Lenses 1 50mm ~ steps from 1.2X to 2.5X. Built· A focusing aid for eyeglass wear· Macro 0.5X 2X 1-4N , 1·10. ers. These fit to the eyecup 1 80mm 1·1 1 in dioptric correction is featured to meet individual eye-sight and are available in eigh t differ· • - 0.5 X 1·4N , 1·10. 1·11 requirem ents. ent dioptric strengths meeting Macro 2X - 6X 1·4N, 1-10, the requ irements of both short· 38mm 1-1 1. 1-12 and far-sightedness. Macro 4X- 12X 1·1 1. 1-12, 20mm • -<4-- - - - r;; SELECTING EXTENSION UNITS Using a Zu i ko Standard I ens alone you can only focus as Auro e.n-on Tubes close as 45cm. while with a --~n.fiCibOn :D.I C X -1 IX close-up lens mounted over the 1-m-a------rn S..ljjecl .,.. 2Si ~ no- - nx22oo standard lens, focus can be ex I • 2S Z.Oko sc- F r 1 tended down to 19cm. To ob _Moqnofic.,_, "-o.sx tain extension sufficient for SubJOC1 area oc n x•a- high magnification macrophoto bLJ work, however, extension devices Foc: 35 • T el escopic Auto T ube 65-11 6 • Auto Ext ension T ubes 7, 14, 25 • Close-up Lens 49mm, 55mm This is a revolutionary new Each o f t hese A uto Extension f=40mm macrophoto units, compact, Tubes incorporates an automatic These close-u p attachment lenses lightweight, feat uring aut omatic diaphragm lever to st op down thread directly over the standard diaphragm linkage and offering the lens diaphragm to the preset le nses or 50mm macro lens, per continuous extension from 65 aperture at the moment of ex mitting magnification increase mm 116mm. lt allows you to posure. i t is interlinked bet ween w ithout affecting automatic dia vary magnificat ions and subject the OM cam era body and lens phragm act ion. T he 49mm for close-up phot ography. The model is used with t he 50mm 49rnn 55""' 7 14 F 1.8, F 1.4, F 1 .2 standard and area freely , making macro photo respective lengths o f these tubes 50mm F3.5 macro lenses; the work as easy as snapshots . Sub are 7mm, 14mm and 25mm, 55mm m odel f its t he 55mm ject area ex tend s to 7 2mm x 48 which make seven different F 1 .2 standard lens. mm w hen used w ith the 135mm lengths by single or combined • Close-u p L ens 80mm Macro m acro lens, and runs all t he way uses. (For magnifi cation up to For use with the 80mm F4 from 72mm x 48mm down t o 0.5X, however, the Macro 50mm macro lens. Extend s magnifica 30mm x 20mm w it h 80mm lens is recomm ended for superi t ions w ith the T elescopic Au to macro lens. or reso lution.) T ube f rom 1 X to 2 X . ------36------• Auto Bellows • Focusing Rail • Slide Copier The basic extension unit for the Designed for use in conjunction Operates in conjunction w ith majority of macrophoto work. with the Focusing Stage. lt per the Auto Bellows for copying A double-cable release permits mits smooth and free movement transparencies in color or B&W. automatic stop down to the pre of the camera along the rail, Features a re movable front plate selected lens aperture at the letting you focus and compose and accepts either mounted moment of exposure, while a as desired. Focusing knob slides or film strips. pre-set lever lets you view the provided on the rai I. depth Of f ield pnor to taking • Focusing Stage • Roll Film Stage the picture. Mounts t he camera to the Focus Works in' conjunction with the • Objective Lens Mount PM· ing Rail, and permits convenient Auto Be llows and Slide Copier MTob sh i fting of the camera position. for duplicating roll films. Per· A specially designed unit for Features a built-in clamp screw mits convenient handling and mounting either the 20mm F3.5 that fits to the camera tripod pervents scratching. or 38mm F3.5 macro lenses socket and a camera sh ift knob with extension units. for eo ntro I. ------;;------ r::J SELECTING ELECTRONIC FLASH EQUIPMENT Lens extension imposes certain • T Power Control 1 • T10 Ring Flash 1 restrictions on macrophoto A compact power unit for the Designed pr incipally for use versatility. Unless additional T1 0· T8 • T 28 Macro Flashes w ith the OM System macro lighting is provided, use of slow which mounts via accessary shoe lenses, this unit provides full shutter speeds and w ide lens to the top of the OM body. and even flash illumination at apertures is necessary, making it Offers both T TL D irect "OTF" working distances far closer · impossible to photograph mov· auto operation or manual flash. than possible with other flash ing subjects such as insects and Powered by 4 A A-size batter ies units. Operates in conjunction resulting in loss of precious or optional AC Adapter 2, 3. depth of f ield for still-life work. The Olympus TTL Direct "off· the-film" Light Measuring and Ce ntralized Control System provide the ideal answer to the common exposure problems of macrophotography. Featured with the T ~er i es electronic flash units described on t he r ight w hen linked w ith t he OM-4 (OM-2) camera, this system measures I ight directly at the film plane from inside the cam era during the actual moment of exposure. Correct exposures for w ith the T Power Control 1. flash photography are obtained as easi ly as non-flash auto ex • Ring Cross Filter POL posures, regardless of lens aper A cross-polarizing filter w hich ture and w ithout precalculating minimizes direct reflections subject d istances. The result is f rom the T1 0 Ring Flash 1 for macrophoto versatility u npar highly reflective subject matter. ------j9------alleled. • TS Ring Flash 2 • T 28 Macro Single Flash 1 • T28 Macro Twin Flash 1 This ring flash is particularly An exceptionally small and light A TTL Auto flash unit with two useful for medical and copying TTL auto flash unit. lt assures separate flash heads. Achieves applications, etc. The bounce equally simple flash operation extremely versatile effects, for lighting effect obtained by the for normal photography and for example high contrast lighting assembly of the T8 and its re close-up and macro subjects. with deep shadows, highlighted flector (200mm and 150mm The angle of flash coverage is backgrounds, etc. Each flash diameter types are available) is 53° vertically and 74° horizon· head can be angled as with the T28 Single Flash 1. Each flash unprecedentedly soh. Assures tally. The unit can be angled as head can be fired separately, or shadowless illumination for any much as 70° up, 45° down and both together. Single flash guide subject smaller than the reflector 360° horizontally. In TTL Auto numbers are the same as with unit. The guide number in TTL mode the guide number is 28. In the T28 Single Flash 1. For Auto mode is 8 (ISO/ASA 100, Manual it can be switched be both· flashes together, the guide meters). tween 28 and 14 (ISO/ASA 100, number is 22 in TTL auto mode, meters). 22 or 9 in manual mode (ISO/ ASA 100, meters). ------4 • Macro Flash Shoe Ring • Electronic Flash T45 assu re fully centralized control An attachment unit that vastly A fully automatic, grip-type of flash function. Film speed, increases the photographic range flash unit that forms the core of aperture, etc. are set on the of the T28 Macro Single Flash 1 the OM System Flashphoto camera only, not the flash unit. and the T28 Macro Twin Flash Group. Despite the powerful 45 All aperture values available on 1 . The flash heads are fitted to (ISO/ASA 100, meters) guide the taking lens may be used free the Shoe Ring after this unit has number, it requires no shoulder ly. Even sophisticated techniques been secured to the front of t he pack type external power source. such as bounce flash, diffused flash and multi-flash are fully automatic. The T45 power source is a special rechargeable Ni-Cd battery pack that fits in· side the grip section. Both the recycling time of 0.2- 2.2 secs . and the 100-500 flashes per charge (with the special Ni-Cd battery pack) are about twice as good as with conventional flash units of this class. The built-in bounce mechanism permits angling through a range of 90° vertically and 340° hori· lens. The shoe mount can be All three flash modes - TTL zontally. revolved f reely and locked at auto, normal auto and manual - any position desired. Can be ca n be set. An exciting feature is used with the Zu iko Macro TTL Auto Flash with the OM-4 38mm F2.8, 50mm F3.5, or OM-2. Both the auto light 135mm F4.5, 1 :1 Macro 80mm se nso r and the computer con· F4, and standard OM System trolling the flash emission are lenses. built into the camera body to ------4[------• Electronic Flash T32 O TTL Auto Connector Types 3 • Wide Adapter • NO Filter Set A high output auto flash unit and 4 T32 offering TTL Direct "OTF" These adapter units permit off Special neutral density filters auto flash operation with the camera operation of the T32 for the T32· T28 Electronic OM-4 (OM-2) camera. The flash and T20 Electronic Flash units Flashes for reducing light in· head tilts 90° upward and 15" with the OM-1 and OM-2. tensity without affecting color downward. a setting which is fJAccessory Shoes 3 and 4 and contrast. highly convenient for macro These attachments permit direct photo wor hot shoe mounting of the T32, • Electronic Fl A lightweight and compact elec· T20 or T Power Control 1 to • Color Filter Set T32 tronic flash unit featuring a OM-1 and OM-2 camera models. For special effects flash. Five guide number of 20 (IS0100 in i)TTL Auto Multi Connector colors are available: red, blue, meters) or 66 (IS0100 in feet) Permits use of two or more T yellow. orange and green. and TTL Direct "OTF" Auto series flash units for multiple Flash capability. Angular cover· flash operation. age is su fficient for a 35mm ~TTL Auto Connector T20 w ide-angle lens. ---~ 2 ------• Power Bounce Grip 2 • TTL Auto Cords T 0.3m, • Electronic Flash AC Adapter 3 An auxiliary power unit which 0.6m, 2m, 5m Enables operation of the T1 0 • converts the T32 and T20 elec Links the electronic flash units TB• T28 Macro Flashes and its tronic flash units into grip-type with the OM body when used modelling lamp on AC current. units_ The grip head may be separate from the camera. angled in all directions, - 110° • TTL Auto Cords T2 - 0.1 m, vertically, 240° to the left, 60° 0.15m to the right - for maximum ver- Links the electronic flash T45 with the OM body. satility in bounce and close-u p • M. Grip Cord (M. Grip Cord 2) flash _ Grip section houses four Connects the remote shutter • 6V Power Pack 1.5 V C si ze batteries. release on the Power Bounce An auxiliary power source unit Grip 2 (T45) for operation with for the model! ing lamps or the Motor Drive or Winder units. winder units. Powered by four D size batteries. • Electronic Flash AC Adapter 2 ------43------ri:iJ SELECTING STANDS AND BASES Except when working with fast moving subjects outdoors, macrophotography generally 0 OMBodv requires steady camera support. 0 M8oM •• This is due to the delicate focus lllllllllilrr. ZU+I. o b().n)n· ~ H8 ing and lighting requirements 0 •• arising from the shallow depth C::::::,. Ctow \OP Le"' of field and the tendency to blur at high magnifications. M•uOphoto Moreover, as the subject is Stand 9 • usually small, it is important to Aa•Pttt• have a convenient means of varying camera-to-subject dis oj-t) -f} tances to allow for adequate lighting. The following acces I I I sories serve as camera support t ~ l•l'I\.!On l5.111 V'5f 1- 0 ~ ~.:~·~ o CJ' B11 systems for copy and macro • VC:T l photo work. Among these, the OM Body I I VST-1 Macrophoto Stand, a-.,..__,"" which is designed to accommo I date t he trans-illuminator Base X-DE, serves as a basic tool. Zullto• MGCt'O OOrnm F2IF3.S M~'OPh01D Sund I M.Krop... oiO St•nd \1ST 1 O VST I r' © ';:l 0 J Tron~ lilwn\!l'lnor r ...,. llluorloi\•to• R.ue X DE: f).u X DE ------45 ------• Macrophoto Stand VST-1 • Trans-Illuminator Base X -DE • Copy Stand A compact and sturdy multi Multipurpose base stand permit A sturdy close-up and copy purpose stand for solid camera ting transmitted lighting in con stand with a 48cmx44cm base support in close-up and macro junction with Macrophoto board for accommodating large photo work. Comes with frosted Stand VST-1 , stage plates and size subjects. Includes 80cm de stage glass for incident light and other accessories. Featu ~es built tachable column and movable may be used in conju ion in 2CJ.N illuminator, reversible camera support for fine adjust with Trans-illuminator piano-cylindrical mirror and ments. (Gooseneck light arrms Base X-DE for light ing extra.) of transparent subjects from be neath. -~. .. ~t~ -• polished wood hand rests. Also • Light Arms • Macro Photo Stand B- -Adapter permits use of external transmit A flexible gooseneck lamp shaft Designed for mounting camera ted and incident lighting so urces. accepting dual lamps for free or extension units to Macro • Double Cable Release adjustment of lighting. Fits to photo Stand VST-1. Operates automatic diaphragm Copy Stand or separate base • Macrophoto Stand Extension o f lens attached to Auto Bellows unit. Bar VST-E in sy nchronization with shutter. (Extends heigh t of Macrophoto • Handy Copy Stand Stand VST-1) • SR 11 Cable Release ------46------~SELECTING ILLUMINATORS Natural lighting is adequate for Incident Lighting Incident Ughti ..,.,,_ many situations in normal (vertical) (obllq photography but does not give the photographer the precise control over light required for macrophotography. Since the subject matter is usually small, the lighting source must be suf ficiently concentrated to bring out important details and pro· vide even illumination. Specialized lighting for macro· Epi illuminato photography consists of two basic types: incident lighting PM· LS 02 ,:;;;;::::==~ which is used mostly for opaque subjects, and transmitted light· ing for translucent subjects. The Shadowless Jl',-.. Transmitted .,...._ Lighting OM System features exclusively Lighting designed illuminator units for both types, plus special reflec Lieberkuhn tors, filters and other lighting Reflectors control accessories to afford PM-LM38 or 20 precision lighting control for both scientific and creative Trans Trans· assignments. illuminator illuminator L SD LSD.~~~~9l~~~~---J ------41'------• Epi-illuminator PM-LSD 2 • Trans-illuminator LSD • LieberkUhn Reflectors PM-LM A prime lighting source for A universal type Trans-illumi 38, PM-LM 20. incident lighting consisting of a nator for use with Trans-i llumi Model PM -LM 38 designed ex pair of high-intensity tungsten nator Base X-DE. Permits clusively for 38mm Macro lens, lamps and variable transformer. shadowless incident ligh ting PM-LM 20 for 20mm Macro lens. Provides oblique incident light when used w ith the Lieberkuhn Provide soft, shadowless lighting ing, or vertical incident light ing Reflector. Lighting provided by using Trans-Illuminator LSD with the PM-EL unit mounted a built-in 6V 30W lamp; conden- and Trans-Illuminator Base X- '-., •••• ~ to the lens. Focus adjustable by sor lens mounted on a rack-and DE in conjunction with stage shifting bulb position; light pinion permits beam conver plate. beam spread also adjustable. ge nce (at 10cm focal length), • Centering Mirror PM-ELCS divergence or parallel adjust Permits precise ad justment of ment. Equipped with 6 -8V the optical ax is for vertical inci variable transformer and square dent lighting in conjunction cobalt filter (optional filters also with the PM -E L Mirror Housing available). units. ------~------• Incident Illuminator Mirror Interchangeable Stage Plates for • M echanical Stage FM Housings PM-EL 80, PM-EL Macrophot o Stand VST -1 Enables pon pointing of subject 38 and PM-EL 20 (Five are available) for high magnification work Facilitate incident lighting when • Shade Stage Plate with Macrophoto Stand VST-1 . the respective 80mm, 38mm or (Accepts black or white shutter Features vernier scale calibrated 20mm Macro Lenses are used in interrupters) woth 0.1mm increments. conjunction w ith the Auto Bel • 28mm Stage Plate (black metal) lows or M acrophoto Equipment • 4Smm Stage Plate {black metal ) PMT-35. 000 • Spare Lamp 6V SA TB-1 • • (for PM-LSD 2/LSD) • Stage Gl ass (Clear) • Filters • Spare Lamp 6V SA TP-1 {For both inciden t and trans Indispensable for artificial light (for PMT-35) mitted lighting) ing. Round type for PM-L SD 2 • and LSD or square type for LSD. • Adapter PM-EA • Stage Glass { Frosted and Black) (For PMT -35) {Frosted side for dark subjects, b lack side to increase contrast with light subjects) 49!------ • Macrophotographic Equip- ment PMT-35* The PMT-35 is a complete macrophotographic system for use w ith the OM System. lt consists of 46 units, including 26 standard units. lt permits use of transmitted or incident illumi nation for sharply focused detail in the entire image field or part of the image field as desired. The magni fication range with various macro lenses is from 0.45X to 16.5X. The OM Mount Photomicro Adapter H connects the OM body to the PMT-35. • Light Shield Tube PM-SDM A special attachment unit for photomicrography which is also ava ilable w ith the PMT-35 equip ment above. 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Medical Macro System, however , which is com • Free and Easy Selection of Magnifications even prised of remarkably lightweight and portable during Hand-Held Operation units from the Macrophoto Group such as the Us ing the unique new Telescopic Auto Tube 65- T1 0 Ring Flash 1 and Telescopic Auto Tube 65- 116 for lens extension (a highly flexible accessory 116, has brought a totally new era of convenience combining extension tube compactness with to medical photography. Centering about its bellows versatility) you can set magnifications remarkable compactness and ease of operation, freely over a wide range with your eye to the the system offers you the following features: viewfinder while you work with the camera in • Correct Flash Exposures " Instantly" with your hands. TTL Direct "OTF" Light Measuring Method 57 ~a----rm ·..:. .-:;;-, ·- . . l)- 0 _jl ~ ..-J ...,;,·-·a _.,.- ...... I ~ ~:••C•-' .,,1 _(J-=--,~\ V t ...... With highly reflective subjec ts glare is re [E>E;J '----~I !lee red into the camera lens (left photo!. ~~ A,l With the Ring F il ter POL atuched, glare 1s "'"' ... ~i olmost totally eliminated (right photo). ' ....., . loT&.• •"" J • Macro Lenses to Meet the Situation Macrophoto Group and the enure OM System. Two convenient working lenses meet your needs: • Bright Viewfinder Focusing the Macro 135mm F4 .5 lens when a long working T he extra-bright viewfinder of the OM came ra d istance is required between the camera and the o ffe rs unprecedented focusing ease, while the subject , the 1 :1 Macro 80mm lens when hi g ~er focusing lamps of the T10 Ring Flash 1 assist you magnifications are required a t less work10g when work1ng in lim1ted lighting. dista nce. • Data Printed Automatically on the Photo • "Shadowless" Photos w ithout Glare The Reco rdata 2 unit attached on the back o f the The T1 0 Ring Flash 1 not only gives you OM ca mera can print data on specimens and "shado wless" photos, but for highly reflect ive patients directly on the photo. specimens, etc., simply attach the Ring Cross • AC/ DC Power Sources Options Filter POL to the unit to vi rtually eliminate glares. Use the batte ry-powered T Power Control 1 or • System within a System 6V Power Pack for portable operation. For Each of the Zui ko Medical Macro accessories is longer use, switch to AC Adapter 3. fully compatible with other accessories in the .,