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Product Overview
SQ-Ai: Based on the
earlier SQ-A Series, original Bronica mechatronic technologies developed during
a history of manufacturing medium format cameras has resulted in a state of the
art union of mechanisms and electronics. The development of this "system"
camera copes with the tremendous diversities possible in image expression. The
resulting SQ-Ai is a medium format single lens reflex camera incorporating
original Bronica "system" technology which answers the high image technique
capabilities expected by the professional photographer. The "system" camera has
always been a Bronica philosophy, ever since the founding of the company.
Through years of developing medium format single lens reflex cameras, based on
the "system" concept, the SQ-Ai is now the result.
SQ-B: The SQ-B
maintains the fine degree of engineering inherent in all Bronica cameras and
will accept most accessories from the higher specified SQ-Ai. With the
co-existence of high quality manufacturing capabilities from Zenza Bronica,
coupled with a tried and proven camera system, the SQ-B allows an inexpensive
introduction into the world of Bronica 6x6cm photography. The SQ-B is a high
performance, manual single lens reflex camera and will become a hard working
tool for the discerning photographer.
| Type |
6x6cm
format lens shutter single lens reflex camera, w/interchangeable lens, film
back, finder and focusing screen systems. |
| Frame Size |
55.6x55.6mm |
| Film |
120 roll
film (12 exposures); 220 roll film (24 exposures); 135 cartridge-loaded film;
and Polaroid Land film. (Exclusive film backs for each film type.) |
| Standard Lens |
Zenzanon-PS 80mm F/2.8 lens; interchangeable type; 6 elements in 5
groups; multi-layer anti-reflection coated; 50.7° angle of view; F22
minimum aperture; and helical focusing from infinity to 80cm. |
| Filter Size |
ø67mm diameter for PS 65mm to 250mm lenses; ø77mm
diameter on PS 50mm lens; ø95mm diameter on PS 40mm and S 500mm lenses;
ø122mm diameter on PS 500mm lens; ø32.5mm diameter on Fisheye PS
35mm lens. |
| Lens Mount |
Exclusive
four claw Bronica SQ bayonet mount. |
| Focusing |
Helical
focusing system built into each lens. |
| Shutter |
Electronic
control SEIKO #0 between-lens leaf shutter; shutter speeds 16 to 1/500 sec.
plus B (bulbs) and T (time); intermediate settings not possible. |
| Film Winding |
Film
winding crank; one complete forward revolution or ratcheted winding
action. |
| Mirror Lock Up |
Mirror
lock-up possible with switch lever on the side of camera main body for a single
or continuous picture taking. |
| Multiple Exposure |
Multiple
exposure possible with lever on main camera body. |
| Film Back |
Daylight
loading interchangeable type; exclusive film backs SQ-i 120 (12 exp.), SQ-i
120J (15 exp.) SQ-i 220 (24 exp.), SQ-i 220J (30 exp.), SQ-i 135N, SQ-i 135W
and Polaroid Film Back S; with ASA/ISO film speed dial on Film Back SQ-i,
SQ-iJ, SQ-i 135 and ASA/ISO film speed switch on Polaroid Film Back S coupling
to the finders with built-in exposure meter, when attached. |
| Finder System |
Interchangeable finder system; 94% of actual field of view (remains
unchanged with different finders); choice of six optional finders, or
Waist-Level Finder S, AE Prism Finder SQ-i, ME Prism Finder S, MF Finder S and
Prism Finder S and Prism Finder 45D S. |
| Focusing Screen |
Interchangeable type; standard screen has
Microprism/Split-Image. |
| Flash Synchronization |
X-setting
(up to 1/500 sec.); auto-flash control based on direct light measurements at
the film plane are possible with optional SCA System Adapter. |
| Battery Checking |
Red-colored LED lights up within screen area when battery check button
is depressed, if there is sufficient power; also doubles as shutter closing
signal. |
| Battery |
Four
1.5-volt alkaline-manganese batteries; also powers AE Prism Finder SQ-i, MF
Finder S and ME Prism Finder S, when attached. (LR44x4 pieces). |
| Dimensions |
92mm(W) x
109mm(H) x 179mm(L) (SQ-Ai main body with standard lens, Film Back SQ-i 120 and
Waist-Level Finder S). |
| Weight |
1515 grams
(SQ-Ai main body with standard lens, Film Back SQ-i 120 and Waist-Level Finder
S). |
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