Shutter of R2a/R3a

[Ctho]

Dear all,

As I am considering to purchase a new R3a/R3a, there is something I need to clarify. Is the R2a/ R3a just like the Nikon Fm3a where they can operate without any batteries? I know it is an aperture priority rangefinder but can it be use in manual mode when the batteries die off?

Kindly advise.

Many Thanks in Advance.

 

[Peter]

The shutter of R2A/R3A require battery to operate. There is no manual backup if battery is flat.

 

[breakaway]

You might want to consider the pure mechanical R2 if AE isn't that important to you.

 

[Terence T]

They aren't battery sapping bodies, most will go for 40-50 rolls on average before requiring replacement. Not too hard to pack an extra set of L44 batteries since they're so tiny.

 

[Ctho]

Thanks for all the replies. So my next question , is there a rangefinder out there that is just like the nikon fm3a which has a hydrid shutter that operates in AE and mechanical manual mode when battries are frozen and out?

Many thanks again... You guys are great!!!

 

[aizan]

nope. nada. zip. zilch.

well, the m7 has 1/60 and 1/125.

 

[Terence T]

Not sure about the new Ikon but like aizan said, the M7 has 2 mechanical speeds.

Fyi, the AE mode is a relatively new feature on RF cams, only the M7, R2a/R3a and the new Ikon features AE.

 

[aizan]

ahem, you're forgetting the minolta cle and konica hexar rf.

 

[Terence T]

It was a test, you passed 🙂

 

[aizan]

do i get a prize? :angel:

 

[Terence T]

How about a cup of Coffee? I'll be Torrance next Sun.

 

[Way]

I'm from Torrance too! Small world.

 

[Ctho]

Thanks again guys...

Have a nice week ahead.