Manual for BESSA-R2A / BESSA-R3A

Congratulations on your selection of Bessa camera.

This is a compact and lightweight rangefinder camera with VM lens mount.

Focusing: Turn the focusing ring until the doubled images seen at the finder's center converge to a single image.

Exposure Metering: The camera is equipped with Auto and Manual exposure metering systems, aided by LED indicators in the viewfinder.

Loading Film: Open the back door, insert the film cartridge, and advance the film until the counter shows "1".

Setting Film Speed: Lift the Film Speed Set Ring and turn until the arrow indicator points to the desired Film speed (ASA/ISO).

Aperture Priority Mode: The camera automatically selects shutter speed based on aperture and subject brightness.

Manual Exposure: Set shutter speed and aperture manually, using the viewfinder LEDs for exposure guidance.

Rewinding Film: Press the rewind button, unfold the crank, and turn until the film is rewound.