SHOOTING MODES

12.7 Bracketing

With Bracketing, a series of 3 or 5 images is taken, each with a defined deviation of the exposure from the original image. Depending on the selected exposure mode, exposure or aperture bracketing is performed.

Shutter priority

Aperture bracketing is performed, i.e. the aperture is varied while

 

the exposure time remains fixed.

Aperture priority

Exposure time bracketing is performed, i.e. the shutter speed is

 

varied and the aperture value remains fixed.

Programmed

The system automatically varies the shutter speed and the

AutoExposure

aperture.

Manual mode

Bracketing is not available.

 

To select “Bracketing”, open the menu

 

“Shooting” by setting the Shooting Mode

 

Selector Switch S1 to “Options / Remote”

 

and pressing the button B10, and select the

 

function with the Rear Control Wheel W2.

 

Select the exposure deviation and the

 

number of images in the bracketing series

 

using the Front Control Wheel W1.

Fig. 12/ 10 Menu “Shooting – Bracketing”

The following numbers of images and exposure values can be selected for Bracketing:

3 x 13 EV

3 x 2 3 EV

3 x 1 EV

5 x 13 EV

5 x 2 3

5 x 1 EV

You can use bracketing in combination with exposure compensation, and you can shift the offset of the exposure bracketing by using the front and the rear control wheels W1 and W2.

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Sinar Hy6 manual Function with the Rear Control Wheel W2, Select the exposure deviation, Using the Front Control Wheel W1

Hy6 specifications

The Sinar Hy6 is a medium format camera that has garnered a reputation among photographers for its innovative design and advanced features. Characterized by its modular system, the Hy6 is ideal for both studio and location work, offering flexibility and ease of use that encourages creativity.

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The camera boasts an impressive modular system which allows users to interchange various components. The camera body can be paired with different viewing platforms, including a waist-level viewfinder or an eye-level finder, catering to various shooting styles. Additionally, users can easily change lenses, supporting a variety of focal lengths including wide-angle, standard, and telephoto options. This modularity not only enhances functionality but also enables users to customize their kit according to specific projects or personal preferences.

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