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.