Re: Sputnik Questions

[Joel Alpers <joel.alpers@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

M. Robson wrote:
> 
> Some Sputnik questions.
> 
> How does the Sputnik Count frames? Does it have a frame counter?

It uses the frame numbers on the black backing paper on the film,
through a little red window.

> Does it count stereo frames (pairs) or single frames? The manual
> says it can be used for taking single frame pictures.

Normally, you line up frame numbers 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11
for six stereo pairs. For single frame, you'd cover one lens
and shoot consecutive numbers.
 
> Is the shutter release threaded for a cable release?

yes.
 
> Does it sync at all speeds with electronic flash?

Yep. Think so, anyway. It's not a focal plane shutter, so you
don't have the sync problems you have on an SLR.
 
> Can you shoot 220 film in it?

Not really, as 220 doesn't have the film backing paper, so you
lose the frame information.

Joel.