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Holding the camera – Canon AE-1 User Manual

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Holding the Camera

Unlike the mechanical release system, the

magnetic release system of the Canon AE-1

electronically

controls

the

shutter.

The

shutter button moves with a very light touch
and its travel is very short. The shutter will be

released by lightly depressing the shutter

button so as to prevent camera shake. But,

unsteady holding of the camera will cause

camera shake in spite of the magnetic release
system.

Therefore, be sure to hold the camera

firmly. Rest the camera on your left palm and
grasp the lower part of the lens focusing ring

between your thumb and forefinger or middle

finger. Hold the right end of the camera
firmly, with your right thumb behind the tip
of the film advance lever and your right
forefinger on the shutter button, while the

other fingers hold the camera's finger grip.

To reduce camera shake, press your left

elbow strongly against your body and look

into the viewfinder steadying the camera

against the forehead. The right arm should be
relaxed while holding the camera.