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Re: [OM] OM 1 light meter

Subject: Re: [OM] OM 1 light meter
From: Jim Couch <spknsprkt@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sat, 21 Oct 2000 12:08:58 -0700
I use an eyecup (the orginal eyecup-1) which eliminates the problem
entirely.

Jim Couch

Winsor Crosby wrote:

> >: 1. Is there an Oly lens or accessory that you wonder why you bought
> >: it because it is not that great?  That is, not that great.
> >
> >Eyecup 2 w/o correction lens. Completely useless to prevent false light
> >entering the viewfinder.
> >
> >
> >
> >hnz
> >
> That is interesting. Has anyone explored how much light from the
> viewfinder affects the meter reading on the OM1?  There is probably
> not much direct sunlight that would enter the viewfinder window since
> it would be blocked by your head.  Sunlight at an angle to get by
> your head should be blocked by the sides and top of the Eyecup 2.
> Will ordinary ambient light(not direct sunlight) affect the reading?
> Do I need a baseball cap with side curtains?
>
> Winsor
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> Winsor Crosby
> Long Beach, California, USA
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