Page 1 SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX u Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera capabilities.
Page 3: For Using Your Camera Safely
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric shock.
Page 4: Precautions For Battery Usage
If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery's usage span. • Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 5: Precautions For Battery Charger Usage
PENTAX Service Center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.
Page 6 Regarding Product Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual (Windows users: p.9, Mac OS users: p.10) for more information.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.............42 Turning the Camera On and Off..........44 Initial Settings ................45 Setting the Display Language.............45 Setting the Date and Time ..............48 Attaching the Lens............... 50 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ..........52 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 9 Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting ..................113 Selecting the Preview Method ............113 Displaying the Preview ..............114 Continuous Shooting..............117 Interval Shooting................ 120 Self-Timer Shooting ..............122 Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ................. 125 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 10 Rotating Images ................. 172 Enlarging Playback Images ............173 Displaying Multiple Images ............175 Displaying a Folder ..............177 Comparing Images..............178 Slideshow ................... 179 Setting the Slideshow Display Interval..........181 Changing Playback Display Method ........182 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 11 Setting the Guide Display Time ............225 Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor ..........226 Adjusting the Color of the Monitor (LCD Color Tuning) ....226 Setting the Display for Instant Review, Live View and Digital Preview .....................227 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 12 Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor ........252 Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert)......252 Removing Dust with a Blower............254 Optional Accessories ..............256 Error Messages ................261 Troubleshooting................. 264 Main Specifications ..............266 Glossary..................270 Index.................... 275 WARRANTY POLICY..............280 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 13: Composition Of The Operating Manual
Explains the procedures for changing the camera settings, such as the monitor settings and the image file naming convention. 11 Resetting to Default Settings Explains the procedure for resetting all settings to their default settings. 12 Appendix Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various resources. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 14 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Shows reference page number explaining a related operation. Shows useful information. Shows precautions to take when operating the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 15: Before Using Your Camera
Display Indicators ..........22 How to Operate the Menu ........30 Using the Mode Dial ..........32 When using menus and Fn menu, items which cannot be changed due to camera settings appear gray and cannot be selected. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 16: Camera Characteristics
• Records in the versatile JPEG format or the high quality and fully editable RAW format. You can also select JPEG+RAW and record in both formats. Pictures taken in RAW format can be easily processed internally by the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 17 Focal length is equivalent to a 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera. Shake Reduction (SR) Shake Reduction (SR) on the u features a PENTAX original system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds, compensating camera shake.
Page 18: Checking The Contents Of The Package
S-SW74, S-SW75 O-ST53 Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger AC plug cord D-LI50 battery D-BC50 Operating Manual Quick Guide PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/ PENTAX REMOTE PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory Assistant 3 (this manual) 3 Operating Manual Operating Manual Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 19: Names And Functions Of Working Parts
Self-timer lamp/ Remote control Cable switch receiver terminal Card cover unlock lever USB/Video terminal DC input terminal Card access lamp Terminal cover Monitor Battery cover Tripod socket unlock lever Battery grip connector Battery cover terminal cover Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 20: Capture Mode
4 Front e-dial settings (p.101, p.136). Sets shutter speed and EV 2 Shutter release button compensation values. Press to capture images. 5 Lens unlock button (p.57) Press to detach lens. (p.51) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 21: Mode Dial
Turn the front e-dial while (p.23) pressing this button to set the d Q button EV compensation value. (p.100) Switches to the Playback Press to illuminate the LCD mode. (p.68) panel. (p.29) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 22: Playback Mode
Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during playback are noted. * The factory default settings are explained here. Depending on the button or dial, these settings can be changed in the [A Custom Settings] menu (p.73). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 23: Shutter Release Button
(p.72). d { button 6 i button Press to display the Fn menu. Press to delete images. (p.70) (p.171) 7 M button Press to show shooting information on the monitor. (p.25) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 24: Display Indicators
* Indicators 3, 5, 6 and 7 only appear when a setting other than the default setting is selected. 8 only appears when Shake Reduction is Off. 13 only appears when World Time is On. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 25: Information Display
Lens focal length (p.65) Saturation/Filter Effect (p.154) Shutter speed (p.76) Hue/Toning (p.154) Aperture (p.77) Contrast (p.154) EV compensation (p.100) Sharpness/Fine Sharpness (p.154) Flash exposure compensation (p.136) World Time (p.221) Sensitivity (p.78) Date and time (p.220) Battery power (p.38) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 26 Detailed information display (p.2) RAW+ RAW+ RAW+ P LINE P LINE P LINE Enable AF Enable AF Enable AF Battery usage condition (p.234) Camera battery power (p.38, p.234) Grip battery power (p.38, p.234) Button guide e-dial guide Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 27 JPEG recorded pixels Flash exposure compensation JPEG quality Folder No./File No. Color Space Focus mode Shooting date/time * Indicators 6 (Flash mode) and 14 (Flash exposure compensation) only appear for images in which the flash was discharged. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 28 * Indicator 4 (DPOF settings) only appears for images with DPOF settings. Areas where blooming or dark portions blink if [Bright/Dark area] warning is set to On in [Playback display] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.182) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 29: Viewfinder
Blinks when the subject is not in focus. Manual focus (p.110) Appears when focus mode is \. EV bar (p.94, p.100) Shows the EV compensation values or difference between the appropriate and current exposure values when Exposure mode is set to a. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 30 Priority Mode, press the 4 button to display the ISO sensitivity in 15. (p.79) • When set to Sensitivity Priority Mode/Shutter & Aperture Priority Mode, press the 4 button to display the number of recordable images in 15. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 31: Lcd Panel
(PC: Personal Computer (mass storage), Pb: PictBridge) Multi-exposure (p.103) Press the m button to illuminate the LCD panel. You can set it to not illuminate in [27. Illuminate LCD panel] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 32: How To Operate The Menu
[A Custom Setting] menu Date Adjust appear in order each time the four-way World Time Language English controller is pressed. (The screen for Exit MENU the [R Set-up] menu is shown on the right.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 33 [A Custom Setting] menu when no pop-up menu is displayed. • If the 3 button is pressed in Capture mode, the [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. If the 3 button is pressed in Playback mode, the [Q Playback] menu appears. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 34: Using The Mode Dial
The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 seconds. Use M (Flash X-sync this when using an External flash that does not p.97 speed) automatically change the shutter speed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 35: Getting Started
Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..........34 Using the Battery ..........35 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ..40 Turning the Camera On and Off ......44 Initial Settings ............45 Attaching the Lens ..........50 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ......52 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 36: Attaching The Strap
Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure it on the inside of the clasp. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 37: Using The Battery
The indicator lamp is lit red during charging. The indicator lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged. When the battery is fully charged, remove the battery from the battery charger. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 38: Inserting/Removing The Battery
• Be careful as the camera or battery may become hot when the camera is used continuously for a long period of time. Open the battery cover. Lift the battery cover unlock lever, turn towards OPEN (1) to unlock, and then pull the cover open (2). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 39: Insert The Battery
CLOSE (2) to lock. Stow the battery cover unlock lever when finished closing. Use the AC adapter D-AC50 (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.39) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 40: Battery Level Indicator
300 minutes The picture storage capacity (flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the others are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.
Page 41: Using The Ac Adapter (Optional)
• Be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC50 operating manual when using the AC adapter. • The battery in your camera will not charge when connected to the AC adapter. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 42: Inserting/Removing The Sd Memory Card
Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. Close the card cover. Be sure to fully close the card cover. The camera will not turn on if the card cover is open. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 43 • Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted if (1) the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user. (2) the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.
Page 44: Recorded Pixels And Quality Level
When the number of storable images exceeds 500, captured images are divided into folders of 500 images each. However, in Auto Bracket, images will be stored in the same folder until shooting is completed, even if the number of images exceeds 500. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 45 With u, you can record in the versatile JPEG format or the high quality and editable RAW format. For RAW file format, you can select the PENTAX original PEF format or general-purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems. On a 512 MB SD Memory Card, you can record up to 20 images in PEF format or DNG format.
Page 46: Turning The Camera On And Off
• Press the M button. • By default, the camera is set to power off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity. You can change the setting with [Auto Power Off] on the [R Set-up] menu. (p.233) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 47: Initial Settings
English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional/simplified) and Japanese. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired language. The default setting is English. Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 48 Cancel MENU Press the 4 button twice. The screen for setting the date and time will be displayed. In this manual, the menu screens hereafter are described with [Text Size] set to [Std.]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 49 • To change date and time: “Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style” (p.220) When [Hometown] and the date and time are not set, the [Initial Setting] or [Date Adjust] screen will be displayed when the camera is turned on again. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 50: Setting The Date And Time
Use the four-way controller (23) to select 24h (24-hour display) or 12h (12-hour display). Press the four-way controller (5). The frame returns to [Date Style]. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 51 00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds. • You can change the language and date and time settings with the menu operations. (p.220, p.224) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 52: Attaching The Lens
Align the red dots on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks. After attaching, turn the lens counterclockwise to check that the lens is locked in place. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 53 • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. When necessary, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 54: Adjusting The Viewfinder Diopter
• If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly even if you set the diopter adjustment lever, use the diopter correction lens adapter M. However, the eyecup must be removed to use this adapter. (p.258) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 55: Basic Operations
4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation ........54 Using a Zoom Lens ..........59 Using the Built-in Flash ........60 Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function ..............65 Playing Back Still Pictures ........68 Deleting Images ............70 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 56: Basic Shooting Operation
• When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. • Do not use the Shake Reduction function when using the camera on a tripod. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 57: Letting The Camera Choose The Optimal Settings
Set the focus mode lever to The Focus mode changes to l (Autofocus/Single) mode. In l, the lens automatically focuses when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. When the image is focused, the shutter can be released. (p.104) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 58 1Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) (p.107) You can preview the image in the monitor and check the composition, exposure, and focus before taking the picture. (p.113) Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 59: The Monitor
• The viewfinder indicators stay on while shutter release button is pressed halfway. The indications stay on for about 10 seconds (default setting) while the exposure metering timer is on after the button is released. (p.27, p.99) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 60: Subjects That Are Difficult To Focus On
(e) If repeating vertical or horizontal line patterns appear within the focusing area. (f) Multiple subjects in the foreground and background within the focusing area. Subject may not be focused even when ] (focus indicator) is displayed when (e) and (f) above apply. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 61: Using A Zoom Lens
• The smaller the number of the displayed focal length, the wider the angle. The larger the number, the more magnified the image appears. • Power Zoom (Auto Zoom) is available if a Power Zoom compatible FA lens is used with this camera. Wide Angle Telephoto Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 62: Using The Built-In Flash
Discharges flash immediately before closing the Trailing curtain shutter curtain. Capture moving images as if they are sync leaving a trail behind. You can synchronize a dedicated external flash Wireless Mode (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) without using a sync cord. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 63: Selecting Flash Mode
Use Shake Reduction (p.65) or fix the camera on a tripod to prevent camera shake. Selecting Flash Mode Press the { button. The Fn menu appears. CUSTOM IMAGE AUTO AUTO AUTO Exit Exit Exit Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 64 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a flash mode. When not in B (Green) mode, turn the rear e-dial to perform Flash exposure compensation. (p.136) Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 65 • The Flash On is used when the flash is popped up if the mode dial is at a setting other than B. Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration to retract the flash. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 66 1 Pop up the flash manually and confirm that the flash mode is set to E (Flash On). (p.63) 2 Confirm that the flash is fully charged. 3 Take the picture. The picture may be overexposed if the background is too bright. Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 67: Taking Pictures Using The Shake Reduction Function
Shake Reduction function is activated. In this case, the [Input Focal Length] setting menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Input Focal Length] setting menu. 1 Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.67) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 68: Turning On The Shake Reduction Function
The camera is ready to take pictures when k appears in the viewfinder. • Shake Reduction is available with any u compatible PENTAX lens. However, when the aperture ring is set at other than the s (Auto) position or a lens without an s position is used, the camera does not operate unless [36.
Page 69: Setting The Shake Reduction Function
Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. To change the [Focal Length] setting, use [Input Focal Length] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.72) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 70: Playing Back Still Pictures
Playing Back Images You can play back captured still pictures with the camera. Use the included “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3” software to play back using a PC. Refer to the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” for details.
Page 71 4 : The previous image appears. 5 : The next image appears. • You can display the next or previous image by turning the front e-dial. • Refer to “Playback Functions” (p.169) for playback mode details. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 72: Deleting Images
All images All images Delete RAW Deletes only the RAW image. Delete Deletes both file formats. RAW+JPEG Press the 4 button. The image is deleted. When deleting multiple images, refer to “Deleting Multiple Images” (p.185). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 73: Shooting Functions
Self-Timer Shooting ...........122 Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ............125 Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake ..............128 Changing the Shooting Conditions Automatically when Shooting (Auto Bracket) ......129 Storing User Settings .........133 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 74: How To Operate The Shooting Menus
Sets the | button function. p.159 Sets the settings to save when the power is Memory p.236 turned off. Sets the [Focal Length] when using a lens for Input Focal Length which focal length information cannot be p.67 acquired. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 75: [A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items
= button is pressed. When set to [Center AF Point] with j (Select) set on the AF point switching dial, the AF point is set to the center when the = button is pressed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 76 Charging charging. 29. Flash in Wireless Sets the built-in flash discharge method in p.146 Mode wireless mode. Sets Preview Method when the main switch is 30. Preview Method p.113 turned to the preview position (|). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 77: Shooting Fn Menu Setting Items
Adjusts the method of flash discharge. p.61 Adjusts the color balance to match the White Balance type of the light source illuminating the p.160 subject. Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity. p.78 Custom Image Sets image processing. p.154 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 78: Setting The Exposure
(rivers, waterfalls, waves, etc.) by intentionally using a slower shutter speed. Using faster shutter speed Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow freezing the action of a moving subject. A faster shutter speed also helps preventing camera shake. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 79: Depth Of Field
Depth of field Shallow Deep Area of focus Narrow Wide Open Close Aperture (Smaller value) (Larger value) Longer Shorter Lens focal length (Telephoto) (Wide-angle) Distance to the subject Near Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 80: Setting The Sensitivity
[AUTO]. The sensitivity is automatically corrected in the range of [ISO 100- 400] by default. Turn the front or rear e-dial to set the range in [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. Front e-dial Sets the lower sensitivity limit. Rear e-dial Sets the upper sensitivity limit. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 81 2 0 0 % 3 2 0 0 3 2 0 0 3 2 0 0 D-Range D-Range D-Range When the dynamic range is expanded, the sensitivity range is reduced to ISO 200 to 3200. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 82: Changing The Exposure Mode
Change Exposure EV Com- Change Sen- Description Shutter Page Mode pensation Aperture sitivity Speed Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper p.83 (Green) exposure according to Program line when taking pictures. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 83 Auto (Hyper- Yes* p.93 capture the picture with (up to manual) creative intent. 1600) Lets you capture images that require Other p (Bulb) slow shutter speeds than p.96 such as fireworks and Auto night scenes. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 84 MTF priority program is a Program Automatic Exposure MTF (MTF that prioritizes the best aperture settings for the attached priority) lens and is effective when combined with a DA, D FA, FA, or FA J lens. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 85 Shutter speed, aperture, AE lock, EV compensation, Auto bracket, Multi- exposure, and Flash exposure compensation cannot be set in B (Green) mode. Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 86 Set in [1. Program Line] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.82) • You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.78) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 87 You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject. The shutter speed and aperture are automatically set according to the selected sensitivity to obtain the appropriate exposure. Set the mode dial to K. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 88 [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.101) • You cannot set the sensitivity in [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. • Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 89 1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.76) Set the mode dial to b. Turn the front e-dial and adjust the shutter speed. The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 90 If it is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. When the aperture value indication stops blinking, you can take the picture with proper exposure. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 91 1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.76) Set the mode dial to c. Turn the rear e-dial and adjust the aperture value. The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 92 (larger number), and when too dark, open the aperture further (smaller number). Once blinking stops, you can take the picture. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 93 Turn the front e-dial and adjust the shutter speed. Turn the rear e-dial and adjust the aperture value. The shutter speed, aperture value and sensitivity are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 94 The shutter speed is locked and the aperture is c Shift adjusted automatically. Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens aperture when lens aperture is not set to the s position. 1 Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring] (p.251) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 95 Turn the front or rear e-dial to change the exposure to your liking and take a picture. Adjust the shutter speed with the front e-dial and aperture with the rear e-dial. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 96 EV bar, the “+” or “–” blinks. Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, “+” or “–” in the EV bar will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 97 The shutter speed is locked and the aperture is c Shift adjusted automatically. Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens aperture when lens aperture is not set to the s position. 1Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring] (p.251) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 98 • There is no limit on exposure time for Bulb shooting. However, we recommend using the AC adapter D-AC50 (optional) when shooting with a long exposure setting as the battery is used while the shutter remains open. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 99 • When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and exposure mode is set to M (Flash X-sync speed) mode, the sensitivity is the lowest sensitivity set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO” (p.78). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 100: Selecting The Metering Method
FA, F or A lens, or when lens aperture ring is set at other than s. (Can only be used if permission is set in [36. Using aperture ring] (p.75) in the [A Custom Setting] menu.) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 101: Using The Spot Metering
[A Custom Setting] menu. The default setting is [10 sec]. 10 sec Sets exposure metering timer to 10 seconds. 3 sec Sets exposure metering timer to 3 seconds. 30 sec Sets exposure metering timer to 30 seconds. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 102: Adjusting The Exposure
LCD panel during compensation. Compensation value Press the m button to confirm the compensation value. N is displayed when the flash exposure compensation (p.136) is set. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 103 Set Exposure Steps in [2. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu to increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. 2. EV Steps 1/2 EV Steps 1/3 EV Steps Exposure setting steps are set to 1/2 EV Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 104 However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock. • Exposure can be locked when focus is locked. Set in [6. AE-L with AF locked] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.110) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 105: Shooting In Multi-Exposure Mode
• If the | button or 3 button is pressed, or the Exposure Bracket is set during Multi-exposure shooting, the pictures that have already been taken are saved and Multi-exposure is exited. • Multi-exposure and Auto Bracket or Extended Bracket cannot be used together. The mode set last is used. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 106: Focusing
The subject is kept in focus by continuous adjustment while the shutter release button Continuous mode is pressed halfway. Even if the subject is not in focus, the shutter can be released when the shutter release button is pressed fully. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 107 • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus and the subject is determined to be a moving object, the k automatically tracks the subject. The lens will automatically operate and continuously focus on the subject. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 108 4 button with [Apply All] selected in Step 6, the Apply All value is used instead of the Apply One value. • To reset a saved adjustment value, select [Reset] on the AF Adjustment screen in Step 3. (p.241) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 109: Selecting The Focusing Area (Af Point)
• The AF point is fixed to the center position regardless of this setting with lenses other than DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses. Setting the Focus Position in the Viewfinder Select j (Select) with the AF point switching dial. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 110: Fixing The Focus (Focus Lock)
Use focus lock function when the subject you wish to focus on is not inside the focusing area. (Example) The person is out of focus and the background is focused instead. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 111 • The focus is locked while the focus indicator ] is lit. • Turning the zoom ring in focus lock mode may cause the subject to be out of focus. • The beep can be turned off. (p.219) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 112: Adjusting The Focus Manually (Manual Focus)
Using the Focus Indicator The focus indicator ] appears when the subject is in focus even during manual focus. You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ]. Set the focus mode lever to Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 113 (p.58) and the focus indicator will not stay lit. • The beep can be turned off. (p.219) Using the Viewfinder Matte Field You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field. Set the focus mode lever to Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 114: Using The = Button
3 Set focus on a position the subject will pass. 4 Use the cable switch CS-205 and press the shutter release button fully. The shutter is released automatically when the subject comes into focus in the set position. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 115: Checking The Composition, Exposure And Focus Before Shooting
30. Preview Method Live View Optical Preview Digital Preview For checking composition and focus on the LCD monitor in real time While setting Multi-exposure (p.103), preview is Optical Preview regardless of the [30. Preview Method] setting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 116: Displaying The Preview
• Shooting while holding the camera by hand and viewing the monitor can create camera shake. Use of a tripod is recommended. • Live View is not available when data is being saved to an SD Memory Card. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 117: Displaying The Optical Preview
|. The icon (|) appears in the monitor during preview and you can check the composition, exposure and focus. Press the shutter release button halfway to end Digital Preview and start focusing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 118 • You can magnify the image during Digital Preview with the rear e-dial. (p.174) • Press the { button during Digital Preview to save the preview image as a JPEG image. The image save confirmation screen appears. Select [Save as] and press the 4 button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 119: Continuous Shooting
Drive Mode Drive Mode Single frame shooting Single frame shooting Single frame shooting Use the four-way controller (45) to select g. Drive Mode Drive Mode Drive Mode Continuous shooting (Hi) Continuous shooting (Hi) Continuous shooting (Hi) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 120 • Select a setting other than gh in the Drive Mode options screen to cancel continuous shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] in [Memory] of the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.236) is set to P (Off). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 121: Burst Shooting
• Select a setting other than j in the Drive Mode options screen to cancel burst shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] in [Memory] of [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.236) is set to P (Off). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 122: Interval Shooting
Shooting starts at the set time. Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Start Time], use the four-way controller Set Time (45) to select the time, and press the four-way controller (23) to set the start time. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 123 • This function cannot be used together with Auto Bracket or Multi-exposure. • This function cannot be used during p (Bulb) mode. Bulb-timer shooting is available with the use of the provided PENTAX REMOTE Assistant 3 when the camera is connected to a PC.
Page 124: Self-Timer Shooting
Exit Press the four-way controller (2). The Drive Mode options screen appears. Drive Mode Drive Mode Drive Mode Single frame shooting Single frame shooting Single frame shooting Use the four-way controller (45) to select g. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 125 The beep is heard and the rate increases. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully. For Z, the shutter will be released about 2 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 126 The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] in [Memory] of [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.236) is set to P (Off). • The Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when g or Z is set. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 127: Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately)
Press the { button. CUSTOM IMAGE The Fn menu appears. AUTO AUTO AUTO Exit Exit Exit Press the four-way controller (2). The Drive Mode options screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select h. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 128 After the picture is taken, the self-timer lamp lights for 2 seconds and then returns to blinking. For i, continuous shooting starts immediately after the shutter release button is pressed. To exit continuous shooting, press the shutter release button on the remote control unit again. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 129 • When using the built-in flash, raise the flash into position first. • The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Contact PENTAX Service Center to replace the battery (this will involve a fee).
Page 130: Using Mirror Up Function To Prevent Camera Shake
The mirror pops up and the picture is taken 2 seconds later. AE lock is enabled with the exposure value set immediately before the mirror goes The Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when shooting with the 2 sec. Self-Timer. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 131: Changing The Shooting Conditions Automatically When Shooting (Auto Bracket)
You can set [9. Auto Bracketing order] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. Auto Bracketing order – +, – +, + –, 0 – Set the number of frames. Turn the front e-dial while pressing the ] button. Select OFF (no frames), 3 or 5. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 132 • When [8. One-Push Bracketing] in the [A Custom Setting] menu is set to [On], even if the shutter release button is not continuously pressed fully, all frames are automatically shot with one press of the shutter release button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 133 Bracketing amount The Extended Bracket screen appears. MENU Press the four-way controller Extended Bracket (5). White Balance Saturation Contrast Sharpness Cancel MENU Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item. Press the 4 button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 134: Take The Picture
• If Extended Bracket is set when File Format is set to RAW or RAW+, the file format changes to JPEG. • When Image Tone for Custom Image is set to [Monochrome], bracket shooting with [Saturation] and [Hue] is not available. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 135: Storing User Settings
RAW file format Extended Bracket Multi-exposure Cancel MENU Changed settings are not saved unless they are registered in [USER] in the [R Set-up] menu. When the camera is turned off, the saved settings are applied. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 137: Using The Flash
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode ................138 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash ..............141 DA, D FA, FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash ..........142 Using an External Flash (Optional) ....143 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 138: Compensating Flash Output
• This flash compensation is also effective for external flash units which support P-TTL auto flash mode. • Pressing the Green button on the [Flash Mode] menu returns the flash exposure compensation to the default setting (0.0). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 139: Allowing Shooting While Charging Flash
Set [On] for [28. Release when Charging] in the [A Custom Setting] menu (p.74). Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging by default. 28. Release when Charging Enables shutter release while the built-in flash is charging Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 140: Flash Characteristics In Each Exposure Mode
• The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 sec. when lens other than DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F is used. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 141 3 Select E or F and press the 4 button. 4 Set the shutter speed (b) or shutter speed and aperture (L/a). Set so that proper exposure is obtained in 1/180 sec. or slower. 5 Press the K button. 6 Take the picture. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 142 3 Select I or k and press the 4 button. 4 Press the K button. 5 Take the picture. Trailing curtain sync slows the shutter speed. Turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod to avoid camera shake. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 143: Distance And Aperture When Using The Built-In Flash
F = 13 ÷ 3 = 4.3 If the resulting number (4.3, in the above example) is not available as a lens aperture, the smaller number that is closest (4.0, in the above example) is generally used. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 144: Da, D Fa, Fa J, Fa And F Lens Compatibility With The Built-In Flash
Vignetting may occur if focal length is 28 mm FA 28-70mm F2.8AL and the shooting distance is less than 1 m. FA Soft 28mm F2.8 Built-in flash always discharges fully. FA Soft 85mm F2.8 Built-in flash always discharges fully. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 145: Using An External Flash (Optional)
2/3 can be output by the external flash. *4 Multiple AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ units or a combination of an AF540FGZ/AF360FGZ unit and the built-in flash is required. *5 Only available when combined with the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 146 (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ). 2 Turn on the camera and the external flash. 3 Set the external flash mode to [P-TTL auto]. 4 Confirm that the external flash is fully charged and then take the picture. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 147: Using In Wireless Mode
High-speed sync mode is also available for wireless shooting. • Set the power switch of the external flash to [WIRELESS]. • Set the wireless mode of the external flash not directly connected to the camera to [SLAVE]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 148 You can change the built-in flash discharge method in wireless mode. Discharges the built-in flash. Discharges the built-in flash as a test flash. Set in [29. Flash in Wireless Mode] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 149 Then, place at the desired location. 3 Confirm that both flashes are fully charged and then take the picture. Shake Reduction is not available in Wireless mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 150: Trailing Curtain Sync
When using the built-in flash with an external flash (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) that is set to the Trailing curtain sync function, the built-in flash will also use this mode. Confirm that both flash units are fully charged before shooting. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 151 • Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur. • Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using the AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ or AF200FG. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 152 Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur. • Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using PENTAX automatic flashes. 1 Connect the external flash to the camera indirectly. (p.149) 2 Set the sync mode for the external flash to the Contrast-Control-Sync mode.
Page 153 • The contact of the X-sync socket is not splash and dust resistant. Attach the provided Sync socket 2P cap when not in use. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 155: Shooting Settings
Shooting Settings This chapter describes how to set the save format for pictures taken and other settings. Setting the Image Processing Method in Capture Mode (Custom Image) ........154 Setting the File Format ........156 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 156: Setting The Image Processing Method In Capture Mode (Custom Image)
*1 This can be set when any mode other than [Monochrome] is selected. *2 This can be set when [Monochrome] is selected. Press the { button in Capture CUSTOM IMAGE mode. The shooting Fn menu appears. AUTO AUTO AUTO Exit Exit Exit Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 157 You can save the background image with the current settings as a JPEG image. Press the { button to display the image save confirmation screen, and then select [Save as] and press the 4 button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 158: Setting The File Format
When the number of recorded pixels is changed, the number of recordable images appears at the top right of the screen. Recordable image no. JPEG Recorded Pix 14.6 JPEG Quality File Format RAW file format Extended Bracket Multi-exposure Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 159: Setting The Jpeg Quality Level
When the quality level is changed, the number of recordable images at that quality level appears at the top right of the screen. Recordable image no. JPEG Rec. Pixels 14.6 JPEG Quality File Format RAW file format Extended Bracket Multi-exposure Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 160: Setting The File Format
Use Raw Display (p.197) or transfer to a PC, apply effects with the enclosed PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 and create JPEG or TIFF images. Image is saved in both RAW and JPEG formats. When the | button RAW+ is pressed, images are temporarily captured in both formats.
Page 161: Setting The Raw Button Function
Press the four-way controller (5), and use the four-way controller (23) to select the file format when the | button is pressed. Press the 4 button. Press the 3 button twice. The camera returns to the Capture or Playback mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 162: Setting The White Balance
Use figures to set the color temperature. You can save Temperature three settings. * The color temperature (K) is an estimate. This does not indicate precise colors. Press the { button. CUSTOM IMAGE The Fn menu appears. AUTO AUTO AUTO Exit Exit Exit Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 163 • Because the light source changes when the flash discharges, you can set the white balance for when the flash discharges. Select [AWB], [Unchanged] or [Flash] in [11. WB when using flash] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 164 Press the Green button to reset the GM compensation and BA compensation. Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the White Balance screen. Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture with the set White Balance. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 165: Adjusting The White Balance Manually
Press the four-way controller (5). The White Balance fine tune screen appears. Under the light to adjust the white balance, fully display a white sheet of paper in the viewfinder or select a white area as the subject. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 166 White Balance fine tune screen for remeasuring. • If the picture is extremely overexposed or underexposed, white balance may not be adjusted. In this case, adjust appropriate exposure and adjust the white balance. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 167: Adjusting The White Balance With Color Temperature
You can save three settings. Settings are saved to the location selected here. Additionally, perform the same operations to change Color Temperature that has already been set. Press the four-way controller (5). The screen to enter the color temperature appears. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 168: Color Temperature
This camera is capable of setting the white balance to enable taking pictures with natural coloring under a variety of lighting conditions. Red tint Blue tint 10000 12000 [ K ] 2000 3000 4000 5000 6000 8000 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 169: Setting The Color Space
AdobeRGB covers a wider area than sRGB and is used for occupational uses such as industrial printing. An image created in AdobeRGB may appear lighter than an image created in sRGB when output from an sRGB compatible device. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 171: Playback Functions
Displaying Multiple Images .......175 Displaying a Folder ..........177 Comparing Images ..........178 Slideshow ............179 Changing Playback Display Method ....182 Deleting Multiple Images ........185 Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ..189 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment ..191 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 172: How To Operate The Menus During Playback
Sets whether to save rotation information when – rotation info shooting. 33. Auto Image Sets to automatically rotate images when playing – Rotation back. Reset Custom Resets all the settings in the Custom Function menu p.239 Function to the defaults. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 173: Playback Fn Menu Setting Items
You can display two images side-by- p.178 Comparison side. • RAW Display (3) cannot be selected when displaying a JPEG image. • DPOF Settings (2) and Digital Filter (4) cannot be selected when displaying a RAW image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 174: Rotating Images
Press the 4 button. Image rotation information is saved. You cannot save image rotation information for a protected image or when [33. Auto Image Rotation] in the [A Custom Setting] menu is set to Off. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 175: Enlarging Playback Images
Enlarging Playback Images Images can be magnified up to 32 times in playback mode. Press the Q button and use the 100-0046 100-0046 100-0046 four-way controller (45) to select an image. 1/2000 1/2000 1/2000 F5.6 F5.6 F5.6 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 176 Live View are 4.0 times and 8.0 times. • The initial full display of vertical images is displayed with a magnification of 0.75 times that of horizontal images, therefore, magnification at the first click starts at 1.0 times. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 177: Displaying Multiple Images
With an image selected in the bottom row, 100-0046 Select&Delete pressing the four-way controller (3) displays the next nine images. Scroll bar [?] appears for an image that cannot be displayed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 178 The multi-image options screen appears. MENU Use the four-way controller (425) to select the number of images to display at once. 4 images 9 images 16 images The camera returns to the multi-image display screen. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 179: Displaying A Folder
4 button. The images in the folder are displayed according to the number selected in the multi-image options screen. Press the i button to delete all images in the selected folder. (p.188) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 180: Comparing Images
M button Switches information display On/Off. i button When the selection frame is selecting the left or right image, the selected image is deleted. Press the { button. The camera returns to the normal Playback mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 181: Slideshow
To start continuous playback, use the menu screen displayed on the monitor. Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image to be displayed first. Press the { button. The Fn menu appears. Exit Exit Exit Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 182: Stop Slideshow
*1 After slideshow ends, the camera switches to normal Playback mode. *2 After slideshow ends, the camera switches to Capture mode. Set the display time for slideshow in the [Q Playback] menu. Alternatively, start the slideshow from the [Q Playback] menu. (p.181) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 183: Setting The Slideshow Display Interval
Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Repeat Playback]. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Press the 3 button. The camera returns to the [Q Playback] menu. Press the 4 button to start slideshow. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 184: Changing Playback Display Method
The shape of the histogram before and after shooting tells you whether the brightness and contrast are correct or not, and lets you decide if you need to use EV compensation and take the picture again. 1 Adjusting the Exposure (p.100) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 185 The right side of the graphs look similar for images that have White Balance adjusted well. If only one color is lopsided to the left, that color is too intense. 1 Setting the White Balance (p.160) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 186 Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Quick Zoom]. Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select the magnification. Press the 4 button. Press the 3 button twice. The camera is ready to take or play back images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 187: Deleting Multiple Images
The Delete All screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete All]. Delete all images Delete all images Delete all images on memory card? on memory card? on memory card? Delete All Cancel Cancel Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 188: Deleting Selected Images (From Multi-Image Display)
• Protected images cannot be deleted. • You can select up to 100 images at a time. Press the Q button. Turn the rear e-dial to the left (toward f). The multi-image display screen appears. 100-0046 Select&Delete Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 189 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select&Delete]. All selected All selected All selected images are deleted images are deleted images are deleted Select&Delete Cancel Cancel Cancel MENU Press the 4 button. The selected images are deleted. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 190: Deleting A Folder
The folder and all images in the folder are deleted. A confirmation screen appears when there are protected images. Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete All] or [Leave All] and press the 4 button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 191: Protecting Images From Deletion (Protect)
All images Press the 4 button. The selected image is protected. • Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting. • The Y icon is displayed when playing back protected images. (p.25, p.26) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 192: Protecting All Images
Protect all images Protect all images All images saved in the SD Memory Card Protect are protected. Unprotect Unprotect Unprotect MENU Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of the images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 193: Connecting The Camera To Av Equipment
If this happens, change the video output format setting. (p.233) • The camera monitor turns off while the camera is connected to the AV device. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 195: Processing Images
Processing Images This chapter describes how to process pictures taken and edit RAW images. Processing Images with Digital Filters .....194 Editing RAW Images ..........197 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 196: Processing Images With Digital Filters
TIFF and RAW images cannot be processed using the digital filter. Press the { button in Playback mode. The Fn menu appears. Exit Exit Exit Press the four-way controller (4). B&W B&W B&W The screen for selecting the filter appears. MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 197 Soft level Soft fading the entire image. Select — (3 levels) from three levels. Creates an image that looks as Illustration though it was drawn with a pencil. — — The setting cannot be adjusted. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 198 Select [Cancel] and press the 4 button to return to single- Save as Cancel Cancel Cancel image playback mode. MENU Press the 4 button. The filtered image is saved under a different name. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 199: Editing Raw Images
Develop this image MENU Press the 4 button. 14.6 The parameters recorded in the image Recorded Pixels Recorded Pixels Recorded Pixels file appear. To specify the parameters, see AdobeRGB AdobeRGB AdobeRGB “Specifying the Parameters” (p.200). MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 200: Editing All Raw Images
Editing All RAW Images Selects and edits multiple RAW images. Press the { button in Playback mode. The Fn menu appears. Press the four-way controller (3). Press the { button. The multi-image display screen appears. MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 201 Press the 3 button to return to the previous screen. Select [Cancel] and press the 4 button to return to single-image playback mode. Press the 4 button. All selected RAW images are edited and saved in a new folder. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 202: Specifying The Parameters
High-ISO Noise Noise reduction level (4 levels) Reduction *1 If Quality Level is set to [TIFF], this is fixed at X. *2 White Balance cannot be set for RAW files taken in Multi-exposure mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 203 Pressing the shutter release button fully cancels RAW image editing and changes to Capture mode. Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. Select [Save as] and press the 4 button. The RAW image is edited and saved as a new image. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 205: Printing From The Camera
Printing from the Camera This chapter describes how to make the printing settings. Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ....204 Printing Using PictBridge ........207 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 206: Setting The Printing Service (Dpof)
The DPOF screen appears. If DPOF settings have already been Copies made for an image, the previous number Date of prints and date setting (O (On) or All images All images All images P (Off)) will be displayed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 207: Settings For All Images
4 button. • Press the 3 button while setting to cancel editing of all images. Settings for All Images Press the { button in Playback mode. The Fn menu appears. Exit Exit Exit Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 208 The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all the images. Before printing, check that the number is correct. Settings for single images are canceled when settings are made for all images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 209: Printing Using Pictbridge
PC. • RAW images cannot be printed directly from the camera. Use [RAW display] (p.197) to convert to a JPEG image or transfer to a PC and use PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3 to print RAW images.
Page 210: Setting Transfer Mode
Set-up to select [PictBridge]. Text Size Std. Guide display 3 sec Brightness Level LCD Color Tuning Video Out USB Connection PictBridge Cancel MENU Press the 4 button. The setting is changed. Press the 3 button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 211: Connecting The Camera To The Printer
Select printing mode Select printing mode Select printing mode The PictBridge menu appears. Single Image All Images DPOF AUTOPRINT PictBridge menu is not displayed if [USB Connection] is set to [PC]. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 212: Printing Single Images
Setting _ Setting _ Setting using the default setting. Border Status Border Status Border Status Setting Change Setting Change Setting Change Setting To change the print settings, go to Step 7. Print Print Print MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 213 Press the 3 button. The camera returns to the print settings confirmation screen in Step 6. Press the 4 button. The image is printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 214: Printing All Images
Refer to Steps 7 to 11 of “Printing Single Images” (p.211) for details on how to change the settings. Press the 4 button on the print settings confirmation screen. All the images are printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 215: Printing Images Using The Dpof Settings
Press the 3 button to cancel printing. Disconnecting the USB Cable Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer when you have finished printing. Turn off the camera. Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 217: Camera Settings
Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display ................225 Setting the Image File Naming Convention ..230 Selecting the Video Output Format and Power Settings ...............233 Using Pixel Mapping ..........235 Selecting Capture Mode Settings to Save in the Camera ..............236 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 218: How To Operate The [R Set-Up] Menu
Maps out and corrects for any defective pixels in Pixel Mapping p.235 the CMOS sensor. Dust Alert Detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor. p.252 Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it. p.252 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 219 Resets the saved USER mode settings. p.240 setting *1 Refer to p.11 of the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” for details on connecting the camera to a PC. *2 In USER mode, this is displayed instead of Reset.
Page 220: Formatting The Sd Memory Card
(23) to select [Format]. All data deleted Format Cancel Press the 4 button. Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the monitor turns off and the Formatting Formatting camera is ready to take pictures. Cancel Cancel Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 221: Setting The Beep Setting, Date And Time, And Display Language
Self-timer Remote Control MENU Select an item and use the four-way controller (45) to select On or Off. You can turn all the beeps off by selecting [Setting] and pressing the four- way controller (45). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 222: Changing The Date And Time And The Display Style
[12h] (12 hour) or [24h] (24 hour) for time display method. Set in [Date Adjust] in the [R Set-up] menu. (p.216) 1Setting the Date and Time (p.48) Date Adjust Date Style mm/dd/yy Date 01 / 2008 00 : 00 Time Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 223: Setting The World Time
Turn the rear e-dial to change the region to magnify. Use the four-way controller Destination (45) to select the Destination city. The current time, location and time difference of the selected city appears. London +05:00 Cancel 05:25 MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 224 • X appears on the guide display screen if World Time is set to X (Destination). (p.22) • When you change World Time, the Video Out (p.233) setting changes to the default setting for that city. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 225: List Of World Time Cities
Kuala Lumpur Europe Madrid Vientiane London Singapore Paris Phnom Penh Amsterdam Ho chi Minh Milan Jakarta Rome Hong Kong Copenhagen Beijing Berlin Shanghai Prague Manila Stockholm Taipei Budapest Seoul Warsaw Tokyo Athens Guam Helsinki Moscow Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 226: Setting The Display Language
] in the [R Set-up] menu. (p.216) You can choose from 18 languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Traditional/Simplified) and Japanese. 1 Setting the Display Language (p.45) Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 227: Adjusting The Monitor And The Menu Display
Select from [Off], [3 sec], [10 sec] and [30 sec]. The default setting is [3 sec]. Set in [Guide display] in the [R Set-up] menu. (p.216) Set-up Text Size Std. Guide display Brightness Level 3sec LCD Color Tuning 10sec Video Out 30sec USB Connection Cancel Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 228: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor
(45) to adjust toward B or A. You can adjust the setting to one of 15 levels in each direction. Press the Green button to reset the adjustment value. Press the 4 button. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 229: Setting The Display For Instant Review, Live View And Digital Preview
Press the four-way controller (5) Instant Review and use the four-way controller Display Time 1sec (23) to select from [1 sec], [3 Histogram 3sec sec], [5 sec] or [Off]. Bright/Dark area 5sec Press the 4 button. Cancel MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 230 Use the four-way controller (23) to select an item and use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Press the 3 button twice. The camera returns to the Capture or Playback mode. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 231 Select [Digital Preview] in the [Q Playback] menu. Press the four-way controller Digital Preview (5). Histogram Bright/Dark area The screen for setting the Digital Preview appears. Proceed as from Step 4 in Instant Review. MENU Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 232: Setting The Image File Naming Convention
When the number of storable images exceeds 500, captured images are divided into folders of 500 images each. However, in Auto Bracket, images will be stored in the same folder until shooting is completed, even if the number of images exceeds 500. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 233: Setting The File Name
(2345) to move the text selection cursor over the text palette. Press the 4 button to enter the character selected with the text selection cursor to the position of the text change cursor. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 234 After entering the desired characters, press the { button. The text is changed. Press the 3 button twice. The camera returns to the Capture or Playback mode. You can reset the file name to the default setting by selecting [Reset File Name]. (p.241) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 235: Selecting The Video Output Format And Power Settings
Auto Power Off Folder Name 3min File Name 5min Select battery 10min Pixel Mapping 30min Dust Alert Cancel MENU Auto Power Off will not work during slideshow playback, USB connection, or while using the AC adapter. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 236: Selecting A Battery
Turn the camera off and on again, and the camera will switch to the remaining battery. • You can check the battery usage condition on the detailed information display in Capture mode. (p.24) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 237: Using Pixel Mapping
Defective pixels are mapped and corrected. When the battery level is low, [Not enough battery remaining to activate Pixel Mapping] is displayed on the monitor. Use the AC adapter D-AC50 (optional) or use a battery with ample capacity remaining. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 238: Selecting Capture Mode Settings To Save In The Camera
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Press the 3 button twice. The camera is ready to take a picture. [File No.] sets whether to save a sequential number for the file name. See “Selecting the File Number Setting” (p.230). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 239: Resetting To Default Settings
Resetting to Default Settings Resets the camera settings. Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu ...238 Resetting the Custom Function Menu ....239 Resetting Other Settings ........240 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 240: Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-Up Menu
Use the four-way controller Reset (23) to select [Reset]. Back to initial settings Reset Cancel Press the 4 button. The settings are reset and the camera is ready to take or play back images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 241: Resetting The Custom Function Menu
C Reset Custom Function (23) to select [Reset]. Returns the custom function settings to initial settings Reset Cancel Press the 4 button. The settings are reset and the camera is ready to take or play back images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 242: Resetting Other Settings
Returns USER settings to initial settings Reset Cancel Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset]. Press the 4 button. The saved settings are reset and the camera is ready to take or play back images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 243: Resetting The File Name
(5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset] and press the 4 button. The saved adjustment value is deleted and the camera is ready to take or play back images. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 244 Memo Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 245: Appendix
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .............249 Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring] ....251 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor .......252 Optional Accessories .........256 Error Messages ..........261 Troubleshooting ..........264 Main Specifications ..........266 Glossary ..............270 Index ..............275 WARRANTY POLICY ..........280 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 246: Default Settings
Cancel each time (On) RAW button p.159 JPEG/RAW/RAW+ All RAW+ File Format Memory p.236 (On) Input Focal Length p.67 35 (Focal Length) * Appears only when Mode dial is set to A (USER). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 247 Hometown (DST) setting Destination (City) Same as Hometown Destination (DST) Same as Hometown According to default p.224 Language/ setting According to default p.225 Text Size setting Guide display 3 sec p.225 Brightness Level p.226 ±0 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 248 7. Link AF Point and AE p.99 8. One-Push Bracketing p.130 9. Auto Bracketing order 0 - + p.129 10. Auto EV Compensation – 11. WB when using flash Unchanged p.161 12. WB Adjustable Range Auto Adjustment p.161 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 249 36. Using aperture ring Prohibited p.251 Reset Custom Function — — p.239 *1 The saved adjustment value is reset only for [Reset] in the [35. AF Adjustment] menu. *2 The [A Custom Setting] menu settings are reset. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 250 Image Comparison — — p.178 *1 Automatically discharged in Green Mode. *2 [Bright] when [Language/ ] is set to a language other than Japanese. *3 The filter color and frequency settings can be saved or reset. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 251: Functions Available With Various Lens Combinations
(p.75) to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. Pictures can be taken with the aperture you set, but only within manual aperture range. *4 When using the built-in flash and AF540FGZ/AF360FGZ/AF200FG. *5 The AF point becomes O (Center). *6 Only available with K mount FA lenses. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 252 Lens and Built-in Flash The built-in flash cannot be regulated and fully fires when pre A lenses or soft focus lenses are used. Note that the built-in flash cannot be used as an Auto Flash. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 253: Notes On [36. Using Aperture Ring]
In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for a (Hyper- All lenses the aperture indicator. When depth manual) mode of field is checked (Optical Preview), AE Metering is switched on. Exposure check is possible. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 254: Cleaning The Cmos Sensor
Dust Alert is a function that detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust. You can save the detected image and display it when performing sensor cleaning (p.254). Be sure to have a lens attached when using the Dust Alert function. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 255 • When using a lens with an aperture ring, make sure the aperture ring is set to the s position. • Press the M button or turn the rear e-dial when displaying the Dust Alert image to view it at full screen display. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 256: Removing Dust With A Blower
Removing Dust with a Blower Raise the mirror up and open the shutter to clean with a blower. Please contact PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning because the CMOS sensor is a precision part. Cleaning services involve a fee. You can use the Imagesensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1 (optional) when cleaning the CMOS.
Page 257: Turn Off The Camera
CMOS sensor. Using a blower with a brush may scratch the CMOS sensor. Do not wipe the CMOS sensor with a cloth. Turn off the camera. Attach the lens after the mirror returns to its original position. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 258: Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for details regarding accessories. Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with the camera. Battery Grip D-BG2 The Battery Grip has features such as a shutter release button, front e- dial, rear e-dial, and L button to accommodate shooting vertically.
Page 259: Flash Accessories
AF360FGZ AF200FG Hot Shoe Adapter F Extension Cord F5P Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Use the adapters and cords to use the external flash away from the camera. Hot Shoe Adapter F Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 260: For Viewfinder
This accessory adjusts the diopter. Install it on the viewfinder. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, choose one of the eight correction lens adapter M of approximately –5 to +3 m (per meter). Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 261: Interchangeable Focusing Screen
Connect to the cable switch terminal and operate the camera shutter release button. The cord length is 0.5 m. Remote Control F Lets you shoot pictures from within 5 m of the front or back of the camera. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 262 Clean the optical parts such as the CMOS sensor and lens of this camera. Others Body Mount Cap K Hot Shoe Cover F USB Cable I-USB17 (*) Video Cable I-VC28 (*) Sync Socket 2P Cap (*) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 263: Error Messages
(p.35) Appears during sensor cleaning if the battery Not enough battery remaining level is insufficient. Replace the battery with a to clean sensor charged one or use an AC adaptor D-AC50 (optional). (p.39) Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 264 Printer is running out of ink. This appears when Low ink level in the printer this signal is received from the printer. After two seconds, the printer resumes printing. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 265 Paper is jammed in the printer. Remove paper Paper stuck in the printer and print. Data error A data error has occurred during printing. This appears when exiting the PictBridge mode. Turn the power off Turn the main switch off. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 266: Troubleshooting
(Continuous mode) halfway. If there is a subject that you wish to focus on, slide the focus mode lever to l and use the focus lock. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 267 Then, turn the power on. The mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. * Refer to p.11 of the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” for details on connecting the camera to a PC.
Page 268: Main Specifications
Approx. 1138 Approx. 579 Approx. 285 Approx. 142 Approx. 71 Approx. 36 3008×2000 Approx. 1946 Approx. 991 Approx. 491 Approx. 245 Approx. 123 Approx. 63 Approx. 3657 Approx. 1862 Approx. 915 Approx. 457 Approx. 230 Approx. 118 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 269 Flash should be used or incompatible lens is being used, Shutter Viewfinder Indication speed, Confirm Sensitivity, Aperture value, e-dial enabled indicator, @ = AE lock, Capacity remaining, m = EV compensation, N = Flash compensation, \ = Manual focus, Shake Reduction display, EV bar, RAW/RAW+ Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 270 Start by pressing the shutter release button. Self-timer Operation confirmation: Possible to set beep. Can be cancelled after operation PENTAX Remote Control F (optional) Release shutter Remote Control immediately or three seconds after pressing the remote control shutter button, Remote Continuous Shooting Mirror Quick-return mirror, mirror up function (2 sec.
Page 271 1/180 sec. and slower, Daylight-sync flash, Slow-speed-sync flash, ISO range = P- TTL: 100 to 6400 Hot shoe with M-contact, which couples with PENTAX dedicated auto flashes, ISO range = P-TTL: 100 to 1600, External Flash Sync Automatic flash, Red-eye reduction flash function, High-speed- sync, wireless-sync with PENTAX dedicated flash.
Page 272: Glossary
Alternatively, use a tripod to stabilize the camera. As camera shake is mostly likely to occur when pressing the shutter release button, use the Shake Reduction function, the self-timer, the remote control unit, or the cable switch to prevent camera movement. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 273 Rules for writing information onto a card with recorded images regarding the specific images and number of copies to be printed. Prints can easily be made by taking images to a DPOF photo printing store. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 274 An image compression method. In this camera, select from Z (Premium), C (Best), D (Better), or E (Good). Images recorded in JPEG format are suited for viewing on your PC or for attaching to e-mail. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 275 Shutter Speed The length of time that the shutter is open and light strikes the image sensor. The amount of light that strikes the image sensor can be changed by altering the shutter speed. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 276 White Balance While shooting, color temperature is adjusted to match the light source so that the subject appears to have correct color. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 277: Index
Contrast ....... 154 AF540FGZ ......143 Contrast-Control-Sync k (Continuous mode) ..104 (Flash) ........150 l (Single mode) .....104 Correct exposure ....76 Aperture .........77 Custom Image ...... 154 Aperture Priority Mode c ..89 Custom Setting ....73, 170 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 278 Green button ......18 Exposure Bracket button ..129 Green mode B ..... 83 Exposure metering timer ..130 Guide display ....22, 225 Exposure Mode ......80 Exposure Warning ..88, 90, 94 HDR (Digital Filter) ....196 Extended Bracket ....131 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 279 Manual Exposure Mode a ..93 Press fully ......57 Manual focus \ ....110 Press halfway ......57 Manual White Balance ..163 Preview | ......114 Matte Field ......111 Preview Method ....113 Memory ........236 Print All Images ....212 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 280 Sensitivity .......78 Sensitivity Priority Mode USB cable ......207 K ..........85 USB Connection ....208 Sensor Cleaning ....252 A Mode ......133 Sepia (Digital Filter) ....195 Using aperture ring ....251 [R Set-up] Menu ..216, 245 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 281 Video cable ......191 Video Output Format ....233 Viewfinder ......27, 52 Vignetting ......274 White Balance ......160 Wireless Mode (Flash) ..145 World Time ......221 M (Flash X-sync Speed) mode ........97 X-sync socket .......151 Zoom Display .......173 Zoom Lens ......59 Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 282: Warranty Policy
Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that...
Page 283 Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.
Page 284 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
Page 285: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. Located at: 600 12 Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131...
Page 286 For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch. Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Pentax Manuals...
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Page 288 (http://www.pentaxitalia.it) PENTAX (Schweiz) AG Widenholzstrasse 1, 8304 Wallisellen, Postfach 367, 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND (http://www.pentax.ch) PENTAX Scandinavia AB P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN (http://www.pentax.se) PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. (Headquarters) 600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A.

Pentax K20D Operating Manual

Before Using Your Camera

Getting Started

Basic Operations

Shooting Functions

Using the Flash

Shooting Settings

Playback Functions

Processing Images

Printing from the Camera

Camera Settings

Resetting to Default Settings

Appendix

Quick Links

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