How to Take a Picture With a Foldex 20 Camera

Pick a subject for the photo, and note the lighting conditions (e.g., sunny, cloudy or indoors).

Release the lens by pressing the bed release button on the right side of the camera, just under the film winding knob.

Choose a shutter speed. The Foldex 20 manual recommends using "1/50" if the subject is outdoors in bright light, or the camera has a flash attached. In indoor conditions without a flash, or in a cloudy outdoor setting, set the shutter speed to "Time." Set the shutter speed by moving the labeled switch on the right side of the lens.

Set the camera up on a tripod or a sturdy surface if you are using the "Time" option from Step 3. This prevents small movements from blurring the picture while the shutter is open.

Compose the shot by looking through the viewfinder on the right edge of the camera. For best results, you should be at least 6 feet away from the subject.

When you're ready to take the picture, slowly press and release the shutter release bar on the side of the lens.

The shutter automatically closes if you are using the "1/50" option from Step 3. If you're using the "Time" option, you'll need to keep your finger on the shutter release bar for as long as the lighting conditions require (most time exposures require 1 to 15 seconds).

Use the film winding knob to advance to the next frame before taking another photograph.