Page 1 PEN tAX SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual...
Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX 1_-5 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...
Page 3 AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock. • Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash.
Page 4 PENTAX S ervice C enter. Continuing tousetheproduct cancause afireorelectric s hock. • Ifwater s hould happen t ogetinside theproduct, consult a PENTAX S ervice Center. Continuing tousetheproduct cancause a fireorelectric s hock. • Ifthunderstorm should bepresent during useofthebattery c harger andAC plug cord, u nplug thepower p lug anddiscontinue use.
Page 5 • Donotdroptheproduct, orsubject ittoviolent i mpact. This cancause equipment breakdown. • Donotuse thebattery c harger tocharge b atteries other t han therechargeable lithium-ion battery D -LI90. Attempting tocharge o ther t ypes ofbatteries may cause anexplosion orheating, ormay damage t hebattery c harger. Warning •...
Page 6 3.Toavoid theriskofa small accessory suchasthebattery o rSDMemory Cards from being swallowed bymistake, keep them outofthereach of small c hildren. Seek medical attention i mmediately ifanaccessory is accidentally swallowed. • When traveling, taketheWorldwide Service N etwork l isting thatisincluded inthepackage. This willbeuseful ifyouexperience problems abroad. •...
Page 7 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. Refer to p.325 for details. Thank you for your cooperation.
Page 8 Contents For Using Your Camera Safely ............. Care to be Taken During Handling ............Contents ....................Composition of the Operating Manual ..........Before Using Your Camera /C-5 Characteristics ..............Checking the Contents of the Package ........Names and Functions of Working Parts ........
Page 9 InitialSettings ................Setting the Display Language ............. Setting the Date and Time ..............Basic Operations Basic Shooting Operation ............Holding the Camera ................Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ......71 Using a Zoom Lens ..............Using the Built-in Flash ...............
Page 10 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake ..................Using the Shake Reduction Function ..........Shooting with Self-timer ..............Shooting with Remote Control (Optional) ......... Shooting with the Mirror Lock-up Function ........Taking Pictures Continuously ..........Continuous Shooting ................ Interval Shooting ................
Page 11 Shooting Settings Setting a File Format ..............Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels ........... Setting the JPEG Quality Level ............Setting a File Format ................ Setting the White Balance ............Fine-tuning the White Balance ............Adjusting the White Balance Manually ..........Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature ......
Page 12 Rotating Images ................. Deleting Multiple Images ............Deleting Selected Images ..............Deleting a Folder ................Deleting All Images ................Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ......Protecting a Single Image ..............Protecting All Images ................ Connecting the Camera to an AV Device ......... Connecting the Camera to a Video Input Terminal ......
Page 13 Setting the USB Connection Mode ........... Saving Images by Connecting Your Camera and Your Computer...318 Using the Provided Software ............ Installing the Software ..............Screens of the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 ......322 Appendix Default Settings ................Resetting the Menus ..............
Page 14 Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) ..................341 Removing Dust with a Blower ............343 Optional Accessories ..............Error Messages ................Troubleshooting ................. Main Specifications ..............Glossary ..................Index .................... WARRANTY POLICY ..............
Page 15 This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using YourCamera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names and functions various parts. 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions. Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures.
Page 16 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation. Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera.
Page 17: Of The Package
Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and the names and functions of working parts before use. 1_'-5 Characteristics .......... Checking the Contents of the Package ....18 Names and Functions of Working Parts .... 19 Display Indicators ..........How to Change Function Settings...
Page 18 • Features a 23.7x15.7 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 16.28 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. • Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.
Page 19 Shake Reduction (SR) Shake Reduction (SR) on the/_-5 features a PENTAX original system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds, compensating for camera shake. The camera may generate some operating noise when it is shaken, such as when changing the composition of a picture.
Page 20 Body mount cover protective cover (Installed on camera (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) USB cable AV cable Strap I-USB7 I-AVC7 O-ST53 Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger AC plug cord D-BC90 battery D-LI90 PENTAX Software (CD-ROM) Operating Manual S-SW110 (this manual)
Page 21 Built-in flash Hot shoe Strap l ug Strap lug AFassist light X-sync socket Card c over Self-timer lamp Mirror /Remote control receiver pier Lens mount index -- Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Diopter adjustment Speaker LCD Panel Image plane Microphone indicator lever...
Page 22 Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during shooting are noted. ® ® ® Main switch button Move to turn the power on/off Turn the rear e-dial ('-,,_,,_) (p.62) or to preview (p.135). while pressing this button to set the EV compensation ®...
Page 23 button 1@ Rear e-dial (;,,_,,¢) Press to pop up the built-in Changes the settings. flash. (p.79) 1@ AE-L button ® Mode dial lock button Records the exposure before Press to allow the mode dial to shooting (p.121) and saves a be turned.
Page 24 MENU button Four-way controller Displays the [1_ Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.89). Next, press the Displays the Drive Mode/Flash Mode/White Balance/Custom four-way controller ( • ) to display other menus. Image setup menu. (p.88) When the control panel or a menu screen is displayed, this to move the cursor or change items.
Page 25 AE-L button button When the file format of the last Press in the enlarged view to increase the magnification. captured image is JPEG, and its data still remains in the (p.237) buffer memory, press this Shutter release button button to additionally save the Press halfway to switch to image in RAW format.
Page 26 Monitor The various information appears on the monitor depending on the status of the camera. The biightness and the C010r oft he monitor canbe adjusted-(p.29z; p1298) Guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds (default setting) when the camera is switched on or the mode dial is turned. Exposure Mode (p.100) World Time (p.289) Guide indicator...
Page 27: Function Settings
While shooting, the status screen is displayed showing the current shooting function settings. You can change the type of the screen displayed by pressing the INFO button. INFO _o _i_i ¸_i]_ ®_i_ Status screen Control panel INFO_ _INFO INFO Blank Electronic level display [Electronic...
Page 28 • Status screen (All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may differ.) :;5 '_61; 7::¸ _ii i_ __iiia_i_ ;22: ................Exposure Mode (p. 100) EV Compensation (p.119)/ Exposure Bracketing (p.157) AE Lock(p.121) EV bar Interval Shooting (p.152)/Multi- exposure (p.155)/Extended Flash Mode (p.77) Bracketing (p.
Page 29 • Control panel Press the INFO button in the status screen to display the control panel and change settings. Function name Digital Filter (p.162) ISO AUTO Setting (p.96) HDR Capture (p.215) AUTO AF Point Setting (p.127) File Format (p.202) Highlight Correction (p.214) JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.200) Shadow Correction (p.214) JPEG Quality (p.201)
Page 30 Electronic level display This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level. When [Electronic Level] is set to _ (On), press the INFO button while the control panel is displayed to view the electronic level. When [Electronic Level] is assigned to the RAW/Fx button, press the RAW/Fx button to switch the display on/off.
Page 31 When holding the camera vertically If the camera is held vertically while measuring the brightness, the status screen or control panel is displayed vertically. The directions of _o 200- the four-way controller ( • • • 1_) also change to match the orientation of the camera. To always display the contents of the screen horizontally, set in [Status Screen] of the [_k Set-up 1] menu.
Page 32 The type ofinformati0 adisP!ay that i ssh0wn f irst d uring p layback is the same as that of the last playback in the previous Session. If [Playback Info Display] is set to [] (Off) in [Memory] (p.312) ofthe [1_1 Rec. Mode 5] menu, the [Standard] screen is always displayed first when the camera...
Page 33 Rotation information (p.249) Aperture value Captured image EV Compensation (p.119) Exposure Mode (p.89) Flash Exposure Compensation Shake Reduction/ (p.82) Horizon Correction (p.140) Sensitivity (p.95) Protect (p.254) White Balance (p.205) Folder number-File number White Balance fine-tuning (p.207) (p.300) File Format (p.202) Drive Mode (p.88) Recorded Pixels (p.171, p.200) Flash Mode (p.77)
Page 34 • Histogram display The following histograms can be displayed when playing back still pictures. The "Brightness histogram" shows the distribution of brightness and the "RGB histogram" shows the distribution of color intensity. Press the four-way controller (A v) to switch between "Brightness histogram" and "RGB histogram".
Page 35 A histogram shows the brightness 1" distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. The shape and the distribution of the (Dark) <--Brightness-->...
Page 36 Thefollowing indicators a ppear o nthemonitor t o indicate thekeys, buttons ande-dials thatcanbeoperated atthattime. Example: Four-way controller (•) OK button Four-way controller (•) Green button Four-way controller ( • ) AE-L button Four-way controller ( 1_) "_ button Front e-dial Shutter release button Rear e-dial RAW/Fx button...
Page 37 The following information appears in the viewfinder. 14 15 16 17 18 19 AF frame (p.61) Spot metering frame (p. 118) AF point (p.127) Flash indicator (p.77) Lit: when the flash is available. Blinks: when the flash is recommended but not set or is being charged. Focus Mode (p.132) Appears when the focus mode is set to MF.
Page 38 10 ISO/ISO A UTO Appears when thesensitivity isdisplayed. 11 Sensitivity/Remaining image s torage capacity Underlined when thesensitivity canbeadjusted. Displays thenumber ofrecordable images immediately after s hooting. Displays thecompensation value while adjusting theEVcompensation. Displays theamount ofdeviation from thecorrect exposure when the exposure mode issettoMor X and[Electronic Level] issetto_ (On).
Page 39 The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. Shutter speed/ Flash Mode (p.77) Countdown of Noise Reduction Built-in flash is ready processing time (p.98) (when blinking, flash should be used) Aperture value : Noise Reduction is Red-eye Reduction activated (p.98) Auto Flash Discharge...
Page 40 When l evel (at0°) When t ilted 5 °totheleft When h eld vertically and tilted 3°tothe right [Electronic LeVel] is (Off) b ydefault, setinthe[1_1 Recl M ode 4 ] menUl (p.299) , The composition can a!s0 b eadjusted inthecamera when t he camera isstabilized using a tripod.
Page 41 Function settings can be changed using the direct keys, control panel or menus. Some functions can be changed using both the control panel and menus. This section explains the basic ways to change function settings. In Capture mode, you can set Drive Mode, Flash Mode, White Balance and Custom Image by pressing the four-way controller (A •...
Page 42 Wh!le direct key 0Perati0n is enab!ed, the guide indicator s forihe direct keys ale displayed in blue (when[Status Screen] (P-295)i n the [& Set-up !] menu is set to [Disp!ay Co!or 1]). Direct keY oPerati0n iS not available when the AE point switching dia!i s set to SEL and the AE po!nt !s being change&...
Page 43 Use the front e-dial (:'_,.) or rear e-dial (;,,_,,_) to change setting. MENU Press the button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • Press the 0K button inStep 3to display the detailed setting screen for the _emo selecte d iteml Make the detailed...
Page 44 This section explains how to use the menus: [a Rec. Mode], [I-_ Playback], [_k Set-up] and [C Custom Setting] menus. Following, how to set [Program Line] in the [a Rec. Mode 3] menu is explained as an example. Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Page 45 Press the four-way controller (=,). D-Range Setting ISO AUTO Setting Available settings are displayed. High-ISO Sl0w Shutter Speed NR The frame moves to the pop-up menu if there is one. When there is a submenu, Color Space sRGB RAW File Format is displayed.
Page 46 • You can select whether todisplay the menu t ab selected the last t ime first, or toalways display the[1_Rec. Mode 1 ]menu f irst. ( p.294) • Refer tothefollowing pages f ordetails oneach menu. • [1_Rec. Mode] menu _-_D.89 •...
Page 47 You can switch the exposure modes by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button. Mode dial Dial indicator Mode dial lock button Mode characteristics Page Lets you capture images with the saved exposure USER p.227...
Page 48 Mode Characteristics Page Lets you capture images that require slow shutter p.115 Bulb speeds such as fireworks and night scenes. The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 second. Use Flash X-sync this when using an external flash that does not p.116 Speed automatically set the sync speed.
Page 49 Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..........Inserting the Battery ..........Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card ... 55 Attaching a Lens ..........
Page 50 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Pass the end of the strap through the protective cover and triangular ring. Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp. Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner described above.
Page 51 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Insert the battery into the camera. Use only a D-LI90 battery. When using the battery for the first time, or when the battery has not been used in a long time, or when [Battery depleted] appears, recharge the battery.
Page 52 !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i ' DO not use the provide d battery charger D_BC90 to charge batteries othe r than rechargeab!e lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating. , If the battery is Correctly oriented and inserted into the battery charger but the indicator lamp is not !it, the battery is fau!ty-Use a new battery in the camera .
Page 53 Face the • mark on the battery towards outside of the camera, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow ((_) and insert the battery. Insert until the battery locks. To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (_3_)with your finger.
Page 54 Battery Level Indicator You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the II_ displayed on the status screen and LCD panel. (Green) _H-i] Battery is full. (Green) Cm-i-I Battery is close to full. (Yellow) C-i] Battery is running low. (Red) C--I Battery is almost empty.
Page 55 ' Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climate s , have extra batteries on hand and keep them warm in your pocket, Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature *Have extr a batteries ready when traye!ing overseas,...
Page 56 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Plug the AC cord into the power outlet. , Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting AC adapter. ' Make sure connections are secur e between the terminals, SD Memory Card...
Page 57 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiii This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card (commercially available). Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii hereafter. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
Page 58 Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. Close the card cover ((_) and then slide it in the direction of the arrow (_). B e sure to fuliY c!ose the card €0veri T he camera Wi!l not tu mon if the card cover is open: Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card...
Page 59: Setting The Jpeg Quality Level
• IftheSDMemory Card isnotused fora long time, t hedata onthecard may become unreadable. Besure toregularly make abackup o fimportant data on acomputer. • Avoid using o rstoring t hecard where i tmay beexposed tostatic electricity or electrical interference. • Avoid using orstoring t hecard indirect sunlight orinlocations where i tmay be exposed torapid changes intemperature ortocondensation.
Page 60 JPEG format or the high quality and editable RAW format. For RAW file format, you can select PENTAX's original PEF format or general-purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems. On a 2 GB SD Memory Card, you can record up to 58 images in either PEF or DNG format.
Page 61 Attach a proper lenstothecamera's b ody. When youuseoneofthefollowing lenses withthe IC-5, all the camera's exposure modes will be available. DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses Lenses with an A (Auto) position, when used in the A position Turn the cameia off before attaching Or removing the lens to prevent...
Page 62 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Remove the front lens cap by iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii pushing the indicated portions inward. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button (_) and turn the lens counterclockwise. , W e assume no responsibility nor !!ability for accidents, damages malfunctions resulting...
Page 63 Adjust the viewfinder diopter to suit your eyesight. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways. You can adjust the diopter from approximately-2.5 to +1.5 m-1. Look through the viewfinder slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right.
Page 64 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Turn the main switch to [ON]. The camera will turn on. Set the main switch to the position [OFF] to turn off the camera. • Always turn the camera off when not in use. • The power will automatically turn offwhen you do not perform any operations within a set period of time.
Page 65 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [Language/_-#_] screen Dansk E_Aqv,Ke appears on the monitor. Follow the Fran_;ais Pycc_4_ Svenska procedure below to set the language Deutsch Suomi Espa_ol Polski displayed on the monitor and the current Portugu_s (_e_,tinaqh_[a_ date and time.
Page 66 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Press the button. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the Initial Setting selected language. Press the four-way controller (•) twice and New York proceed to Step 10 on p.65 if (Hometown) does not have to be changed. Text Size Standard Settings complete...
Page 67 Press the four-way controller (•) !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! and use the four-way controller Language/_ English (• •) to select [Standard] New York [Large]. Selecting [Large] increases the text size Settings complete of the selected menu items. Press the button. iiii:iii_:!! iiii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Press the four-way controller...
Page 68 When the Wrong Language is Set If you mistakenly select the wrong language in the [Language/-_-#_] screen and proceed to the [Date Adjustment] screen, you can perform the following operation to set the language back. If you have proceeded to switch the camera to Capture mode (and the camera is ready to take a picture), perform the following operation from 2 to set the language back.
Page 69 i ing Set the current date and time and the display style. Press the four-way controller ( • ). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Use the four-way controller (• •) to choose the date format. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/ Date 01/01/2010 mm/dd].
Page 70 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Press the four-way controller ( • ). iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The frame moves to the month. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Use the four-way controller (• •) Date Adjustment to set the month. Date Format rnm/dd/yy Set the day and year in the same manner. Next, set the time.
Page 71 Basic Operations This chapter explains basic operations for shooting setting mode dial to Green mode (automatic exposure according to the program line set to [_) to ensure successful capturing. For information about advanced functions and settings taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward.
Page 72 How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures. • Hold the camera firmly with both hands and keep your elbows close to your body. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture. Horizontal position Vertical position •...
Page 73 ii i Leiiing ihe Camera Choose ihe oPiimat !ii:ll S ettings The /_-Sfeaturesvariousexposuremodes, focusmodes, anddrive modes for expressing your photographic vision. This section explains to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. Set the mode dial to m. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button.
Page 74 Look through the viewfinder view the subject. A zoom lens can be used to change the size of the subject in the viewfinder. (p.76) Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates.
Page 75 Review the captured image on the monitor. The image appears for 1 second on the monitor shortly after capturing (Instant Review). ,< Setting the Display for Instant Review (p.296) You can magnify the image during Instant Review with the rear e-dial (',,,_,,_). (p.237) You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the _ button.
Page 76 Operating the shutter release button The shutter release button has two working positions. Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully (first position) (second position) Pressing it down halfway (first position) displays the indicators in the viewfinder and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it fully (second position) takes a picture.
Page 77 _ ............................................¸%;¸¸ Subjects that are difficult to focus on The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions. These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator II in the viewfinder. (a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall in the focusing area (b) Subjects which do not reflect much light within the focusing...
Page 78 Enlarge the subject (telephoto) or capture a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust the subject to the desired size and take pictures. Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. Turn the zoom ring clockwise telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle.
Page 79 Use the following procedures to take pictures in low light or backlit conditions and when you want to use the built-in flash. The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from 0.7 m to 5 m. Exposure will not be properly controlled and vignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and set sensitivity.
Page 80 Flash Mode Function Sets toa slow shutter speed d epending onthe brightness. Forexample, when using this toshoot a s_w Slow-speed Sync portrait withthesunset inthebackground, both the person a nd thebackground arecaptured beautifully. Slow-speed Sync+ Discharges a pre-fiash forred-eye r eduction before Red-eye Reduction themain flash isdischarged withSlow-speed...
Page 81 Press the button. The camera is ready to take a picture. Press the _ button. The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, _. appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. (p.35, p.37) Press the shutter release button fully.
Page 82 Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration retract the built-in flash. Using Red-eye Reduction Flash "Red-eye" is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils are dilated in dark environments.
Page 83 Daylight-Sync Shooting In daylight conditions, the flash will eliminate shadows when a portrait picture is taken with a shadow cast on a person's face. Use of the flash in this way is called Daylight-Sync shooting. [Flash On] is used when shooting with Daylight-Sync shooting. •...
Page 84 Compensating for Flash Output You can change the flash output in a range of-2.0 to +1.0. The flash compensation values are as follows for 1/3 EV and 1/2 EV. step Interval Flash Compensation Value 1/3 EV -2.0, -1.7, -1.3,-1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0 1/2 EV -2.0, -1.5, -1.0,-0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0...
Page 85 You can play back captured images with the camera. Use the pr0vided "PENTAX Digital camera Utility 4'! s0ftware to play back .._ pictures Using a €0mputer, Refer to :!Using the Provided S0ftware!! (P1320)fo r details 0n the S0ftwarel Press the _ button.
Page 86 • Refer to "Playback Functions" (p.233) for details on the playback mode functions. • When the file format of the last captured image is JPEG. and its data stii remains in the buffer memory, you can additionally save the image in RAW format by pressing the AE-L button during playback.
Page 87 Use the four-way controller (• •) to select [Delete]. Select a file format to delete for images saved in RAW+ format. Delete JPEG .Deletes only the JPEG image. Deletes only the RAW Delete RAW image. Deletes images in both Delete file formats.
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Page 89 (http://www.pentax.jp) PENTAX Europe Imaging 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, Systems S.A.S. FRANCE (European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (France - http://www.pentax.fr) PENTAX Imaging Systems Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg, GmbH GERMANY (http://www.pentax.de) PENTAX Imaging Systems PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley,...
Page 90 PEN tAX SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual...
Page 91 Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX 1_-5 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...
Page 92 AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric shock. • Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash.
Page 93 PENTAX S ervice C enter. Continuing tousetheproduct cancause afireorelectric s hock. • Ifwater s hould happen t ogetinside theproduct, consult a PENTAX S ervice Center. Continuing tousetheproduct cancause a fireorelectric s hock. • Ifthunderstorm should bepresent during useofthebattery c harger andAC plug cord, u nplug thepower p lug anddiscontinue use.
Page 94 • Donotdroptheproduct, orsubject ittoviolent i mpact. This cancause equipment breakdown. • Donotuse thebattery c harger tocharge b atteries other t han therechargeable lithium-ion battery D -LI90. Attempting tocharge o ther t ypes ofbatteries may cause anexplosion orheating, ormay damage t hebattery c harger. Warning •...
Page 95 3.Toavoid theriskofa small accessory suchasthebattery o rSDMemory Cards from being swallowed bymistake, keep them outofthereach of small c hildren. Seek medical attention i mmediately ifanaccessory is accidentally swallowed. • When traveling, taketheWorldwide Service N etwork l isting thatisincluded inthepackage. This willbeuseful ifyouexperience problems abroad. •...
Page 96 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. Refer to p.325 for details. Thank you for your cooperation.
Page 97: Table Of Contents
Contents For Using Your Camera Safely ............. Care to be Taken During Handling ............Contents ....................Composition of the Operating Manual ..........Before Using Your Camera /C-5 Characteristics ..............Checking the Contents of the Package ........Names and Functions of Working Parts ........
Page 98 InitialSettings ................Setting the Display Language ............. Setting the Date and Time ..............Basic Operations Basic Shooting Operation ............Holding the Camera ................Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ......71 Using a Zoom Lens ..............Using the Built-in Flash ...............
Page 99 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake ..................Using the Shake Reduction Function ..........Shooting with Self-timer ..............Shooting with Remote Control (Optional) ......... Shooting with the Mirror Lock-up Function ........Taking Pictures Continuously ..........Continuous Shooting ................ Interval Shooting ................
Page 100: Setting The Color Space
Shooting Settings Setting a File Format ..............Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels ........... Setting the JPEG Quality Level ............Setting a File Format ................ Setting the White Balance ............Fine-tuning the White Balance ............Adjusting the White Balance Manually ..........Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature ......
Page 101 Rotating Images ................. Deleting Multiple Images ............Deleting Selected Images ..............Deleting a Folder ................Deleting All Images ................Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ......Protecting a Single Image ..............Protecting All Images ................ Connecting the Camera to an AV Device ......... Connecting the Camera to a Video Input Terminal ......
Page 102 Setting the USB Connection Mode ........... Saving Images by Connecting Your Camera and Your Computer...318 Using the Provided Software ............ Installing the Software ..............Screens of the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 ......322 Appendix Default Settings ................Resetting the Menus ..............
Page 103 Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) ..................341 Removing Dust with a Blower ............343 Optional Accessories ..............Error Messages ................Troubleshooting ................. Main Specifications ..............Glossary ..................Index .................... WARRANTY POLICY ..............
Page 104 This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using YourCamera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names and functions various parts. 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions. Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures.
Page 105 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation. Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera.
Page 106: Before Using Your Camera
Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and the names and functions of working parts before use. 1_'-5 Characteristics .......... Checking the Contents of the Package ....18 Names and Functions of Working Parts .... 19 Display Indicators ..........How to Change Function Settings...
Page 107 • Features a 23.7x15.7 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 16.28 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. • Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.
Page 108 Shake Reduction (SR) Shake Reduction (SR) on the/_-5 features a PENTAX original system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds, compensating for camera shake. The camera may generate some operating noise when it is shaken, such as when changing the composition of a picture.
Page 109 Body mount cover protective cover (Installed on camera (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) USB cable AV cable Strap I-USB7 I-AVC7 O-ST53 Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger AC plug cord D-BC90 battery D-LI90 PENTAX Software (CD-ROM) Operating Manual S-SW110 (this manual)
Page 110: Monitor
Built-in flash Hot shoe Strap l ug Strap lug AFassist light X-sync socket Card c over Self-timer lamp Mirror /Remote control receiver pier Lens mount index -- Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Diopter adjustment Speaker LCD Panel Image plane Microphone indicator lever...
Page 111 Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during shooting are noted. ® ® ® Main switch button Move to turn the power on/off Turn the rear e-dial ('-,,_,,_) (p.62) or to preview (p.135). while pressing this button to set the EV compensation ®...
Page 112 button 1@ Rear e-dial (;,,_,,¢) Press to pop up the built-in Changes the settings. flash. (p.79) 1@ AE-L button ® Mode dial lock button Records the exposure before Press to allow the mode dial to shooting (p.121) and saves a be turned.
Page 113: Playback Functions
MENU button Four-way controller Displays the [1_ Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.89). Next, press the Displays the Drive Mode/Flash Mode/White Balance/Custom four-way controller ( • ) to display other menus. Image setup menu. (p.88) When the control panel or a menu screen is displayed, this to move the cursor or change items.
Page 114 AE-L button button When the file format of the last Press in the enlarged view to increase the magnification. captured image is JPEG, and its data still remains in the (p.237) buffer memory, press this Shutter release button button to additionally save the Press halfway to switch to image in RAW format.
Page 115 Monitor The various information appears on the monitor depending on the status of the camera. The biightness and the C010r oft he monitor canbe adjusted-(p.29z; p1298) Guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds (default setting) when the camera is switched on or the mode dial is turned. Exposure Mode (p.100) World Time (p.289) Guide indicator...
Page 116 While shooting, the status screen is displayed showing the current shooting function settings. You can change the type of the screen displayed by pressing the INFO button. INFO _o _i_i ¸_i]_ ®_i_ Status screen Control panel INFO_ _INFO INFO Blank Electronic level display [Electronic...
Page 117 • Status screen (All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may differ.) :;5 '_61; 7::¸ _ii i_ __iiia_i_ ;22: ................Exposure Mode (p. 100) EV Compensation (p.119)/ Exposure Bracketing (p.157) AE Lock(p.121) EV bar Interval Shooting (p.152)/Multi- exposure (p.155)/Extended Flash Mode (p.77) Bracketing (p.
Page 118 • Control panel Press the INFO button in the status screen to display the control panel and change settings. Function name Digital Filter (p.162) ISO AUTO Setting (p.96) HDR Capture (p.215) AUTO AF Point Setting (p.127) File Format (p.202) Highlight Correction (p.214) JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.200) Shadow Correction (p.214) JPEG Quality (p.201)
Page 119 Electronic level display This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level. When [Electronic Level] is set to _ (On), press the INFO button while the control panel is displayed to view the electronic level. When [Electronic Level] is assigned to the RAW/Fx button, press the RAW/Fx button to switch the display on/off.
Page 120 When holding the camera vertically If the camera is held vertically while measuring the brightness, the status screen or control panel is displayed vertically. The directions of _o 200- the four-way controller ( • • • 1_) also change to match the orientation of the camera. To always display the contents of the screen horizontally, set in [Status Screen] of the [_k Set-up 1] menu.
Page 121 The type ofinformati0 adisP!ay that i ssh0wn f irst d uring p layback is the same as that of the last playback in the previous Session. If [Playback Info Display] is set to [] (Off) in [Memory] (p.312) ofthe [1_1 Rec. Mode 5] menu, the [Standard] screen is always displayed first when the camera...
Page 122 Rotation information (p.249) Aperture value Captured image EV Compensation (p.119) Exposure Mode (p.89) Flash Exposure Compensation Shake Reduction/ (p.82) Horizon Correction (p.140) Sensitivity (p.95) Protect (p.254) White Balance (p.205) Folder number-File number White Balance fine-tuning (p.207) (p.300) File Format (p.202) Drive Mode (p.88) Recorded Pixels (p.171, p.200) Flash Mode (p.77)
Page 123 • Histogram display The following histograms can be displayed when playing back still pictures. The "Brightness histogram" shows the distribution of brightness and the "RGB histogram" shows the distribution of color intensity. Press the four-way controller (A v) to switch between "Brightness histogram" and "RGB histogram".
Page 124: Setting The Playback Display Method
A histogram shows the brightness 1" distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. The shape and the distribution of the (Dark) <--Brightness-->...
Page 125 Thefollowing indicators a ppear o nthemonitor t o indicate thekeys, buttons ande-dials thatcanbeoperated atthattime. Example: Four-way controller (•) OK button Four-way controller (•) Green button Four-way controller ( • ) AE-L button Four-way controller ( 1_) "_ button Front e-dial Shutter release button Rear e-dial RAW/Fx button...
Page 126 The following information appears in the viewfinder. 14 15 16 17 18 19 AF frame (p.61) Spot metering frame (p. 118) AF point (p.127) Flash indicator (p.77) Lit: when the flash is available. Blinks: when the flash is recommended but not set or is being charged. Focus Mode (p.132) Appears when the focus mode is set to MF.
Page 127 10 ISO/ISO A UTO Appears when thesensitivity isdisplayed. 11 Sensitivity/Remaining image s torage capacity Underlined when thesensitivity canbeadjusted. Displays thenumber ofrecordable images immediately after s hooting. Displays thecompensation value while adjusting theEVcompensation. Displays theamount ofdeviation from thecorrect exposure when the exposure mode issettoMor X and[Electronic Level] issetto_ (On).
Page 128 The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. Shutter speed/ Flash Mode (p.77) Countdown of Noise Reduction Built-in flash is ready processing time (p.98) (when blinking, flash should be used) Aperture value : Noise Reduction is Red-eye Reduction activated (p.98) Auto Flash Discharge...
Page 129 When l evel (at0°) When t ilted 5 °totheleft When h eld vertically and tilted 3°tothe right [Electronic LeVel] is (Off) b ydefault, setinthe[1_1 Recl M ode 4 ] menUl (p.299) , The composition can a!s0 b eadjusted inthecamera when t he camera isstabilized using a tripod.
Page 130 Function settings can be changed using the direct keys, control panel or menus. Some functions can be changed using both the control panel and menus. This section explains the basic ways to change function settings. In Capture mode, you can set Drive Mode, Flash Mode, White Balance and Custom Image by pressing the four-way controller (A •...
Page 131: Using The Control Panel
Wh!le direct key 0Perati0n is enab!ed, the guide indicator s forihe direct keys ale displayed in blue (when[Status Screen] (P-295)i n the [& Set-up !] menu is set to [Disp!ay Co!or 1]). Direct keY oPerati0n iS not available when the AE point switching dia!i s set to SEL and the AE po!nt !s being change&...
Page 132 Use the front e-dial (:'_,.) or rear e-dial (;,,_,,_) to change setting. MENU Press the button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • Press the 0K button inStep 3to display the detailed setting screen for the _emo selecte d iteml Make the detailed...
Page 133 This section explains how to use the menus: [a Rec. Mode], [I-_ Playback], [_k Set-up] and [C Custom Setting] menus. Following, how to set [Program Line] in the [a Rec. Mode 3] menu is explained as an example. Press the MENU button in Capture mode.
Page 134 Press the four-way controller (=,). D-Range Setting ISO AUTO Setting Available settings are displayed. High-ISO Sl0w Shutter Speed NR The frame moves to the pop-up menu if there is one. When there is a submenu, Color Space sRGB RAW File Format is displayed.
Page 135 • You can select whether todisplay the menu t ab selected the last t ime first, or toalways display the[1_Rec. Mode 1 ]menu f irst. ( p.294) • Refer tothefollowing pages f ordetails oneach menu. • [1_Rec. Mode] menu _-_D.89 •...
Page 136 You can switch the exposure modes by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button. Mode dial Dial indicator Mode dial lock button Mode characteristics Page Lets you capture images with the saved exposure USER p.227...
Page 137 Mode Characteristics Page Lets you capture images that require slow shutter p.115 Bulb speeds such as fireworks and night scenes. The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 second. Use Flash X-sync this when using an external flash that does not p.116 Speed automatically set the sync speed.
Page 138: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..........Inserting the Battery ..........Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card ... 55 Attaching a Lens ..........
Page 139 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Pass the end of the strap through the protective cover and triangular ring. Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp. Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner described above.
Page 140 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Insert the battery into the camera. Use only a D-LI90 battery. When using the battery for the first time, or when the battery has not been used in a long time, or when [Battery depleted] appears, recharge the battery.
Page 141 !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i ' DO not use the provide d battery charger D_BC90 to charge batteries othe r than rechargeab!e lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating. , If the battery is Correctly oriented and inserted into the battery charger but the indicator lamp is not !it, the battery is fau!ty-Use a new battery in the camera .
Page 142 Face the • mark on the battery towards outside of the camera, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow ((_) and insert the battery. Insert until the battery locks. To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (_3_)with your finger.
Page 143 Battery Level Indicator You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the II_ displayed on the status screen and LCD panel. (Green) _H-i] Battery is full. (Green) Cm-i-I Battery is close to full. (Yellow) C-i] Battery is running low. (Red) C--I Battery is almost empty.
Page 144 ' Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climate s , have extra batteries on hand and keep them warm in your pocket, Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature *Have extr a batteries ready when traye!ing overseas,...
Page 145 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i:i: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Plug the AC cord into the power outlet. , Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting AC adapter. ' Make sure connections are secur e between the terminals, SD Memory Card...
Page 146 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiii This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card (commercially available). Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii hereafter. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
Page 147 Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. Close the card cover ((_) and then slide it in the direction of the arrow (_). B e sure to fuliY c!ose the card €0veri T he camera Wi!l not tu mon if the card cover is open: Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card...
Page 148 • IftheSDMemory Card isnotused fora long time, t hedata onthecard may become unreadable. Besure toregularly make abackup o fimportant data on acomputer. • Avoid using o rstoring t hecard where i tmay beexposed tostatic electricity or electrical interference. • Avoid using orstoring t hecard indirect sunlight orinlocations where i tmay be exposed torapid changes intemperature ortocondensation.
Page 149 JPEG format or the high quality and editable RAW format. For RAW file format, you can select PENTAX's original PEF format or general-purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems. On a 2 GB SD Memory Card, you can record up to 58 images in either PEF or DNG format.
Page 150 Attach a proper lenstothecamera's b ody. When youuseoneofthefollowing lenses withthe IC-5, all the camera's exposure modes will be available. DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses Lenses with an A (Auto) position, when used in the A position Turn the cameia off before attaching Or removing the lens to prevent...
Page 151 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Remove the front lens cap by iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii pushing the indicated portions inward. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button (_) and turn the lens counterclockwise. , W e assume no responsibility nor !!ability for accidents, damages malfunctions resulting...
Page 152 Adjust the viewfinder diopter to suit your eyesight. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways. You can adjust the diopter from approximately-2.5 to +1.5 m-1. Look through the viewfinder slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right.
Page 153 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Turn the main switch to [ON]. The camera will turn on. Set the main switch to the position [OFF] to turn off the camera. • Always turn the camera off when not in use. • The power will automatically turn offwhen you do not perform any operations within a set period of time.
Page 154 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [Language/_-#_] screen Dansk E_Aqv,Ke appears on the monitor. Follow the Fran_;ais Pycc_4_ Svenska procedure below to set the language Deutsch Suomi Espa_ol Polski displayed on the monitor and the current Portugu_s (_e_,tinaqh_[a_ date and time.
Page 155 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Press the button. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the Initial Setting selected language. Press the four-way controller (•) twice and New York proceed to Step 10 on p.65 if (Hometown) does not have to be changed. Text Size Standard Settings complete...
Page 156 Press the four-way controller (•) !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! !i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i! and use the four-way controller Language/_ English (• •) to select [Standard] New York [Large]. Selecting [Large] increases the text size Settings complete of the selected menu items. Press the button. iiii:iii_:!! iiii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Press the four-way controller...
Page 157 When the Wrong Language is Set If you mistakenly select the wrong language in the [Language/-_-#_] screen and proceed to the [Date Adjustment] screen, you can perform the following operation to set the language back. If you have proceeded to switch the camera to Capture mode (and the camera is ready to take a picture), perform the following operation from 2 to set the language back.
Page 158 i ing Set the current date and time and the display style. Press the four-way controller ( • ). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Use the four-way controller (• •) to choose the date format. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/ Date 01/01/2010 mm/dd].
Page 159 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Press the four-way controller ( • ). iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii The frame moves to the month. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Use the four-way controller (• •) Date Adjustment to set the month. Date Format rnm/dd/yy Set the day and year in the same manner. Next, set the time.
Page 160 Basic Operations This chapter explains basic operations for shooting setting mode dial to Green mode (automatic exposure according to the program line set to [_) to ensure successful capturing. For information about advanced functions and settings taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward.
Page 161 How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures. • Hold the camera firmly with both hands and keep your elbows close to your body. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture. Horizontal position Vertical position •...
Page 162 ii i Leiiing ihe Camera Choose ihe oPiimat !ii:ll S ettings The /_-Sfeaturesvariousexposuremodes, focusmodes, anddrive modes for expressing your photographic vision. This section explains to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. Set the mode dial to m. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button.
Page 163 Look through the viewfinder view the subject. A zoom lens can be used to change the size of the subject in the viewfinder. (p.76) Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates.
Page 164 Review the captured image on the monitor. The image appears for 1 second on the monitor shortly after capturing (Instant Review). ,< Setting the Display for Instant Review (p.296) You can magnify the image during Instant Review with the rear e-dial (',,,_,,_). (p.237) You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the _ button.
Page 165 Operating the shutter release button The shutter release button has two working positions. Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully (first position) (second position) Pressing it down halfway (first position) displays the indicators in the viewfinder and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it fully (second position) takes a picture.
Page 166 _ ............................................¸%;¸¸ Subjects that are difficult to focus on The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions. These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator II in the viewfinder. (a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall in the focusing area (b) Subjects which do not reflect much light within the focusing...
Page 167 Enlarge the subject (telephoto) or capture a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust the subject to the desired size and take pictures. Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. Turn the zoom ring clockwise telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle.
Page 168 Use the following procedures to take pictures in low light or backlit conditions and when you want to use the built-in flash. The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from 0.7 m to 5 m. Exposure will not be properly controlled and vignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and set sensitivity.
Page 169 Flash Mode Function Sets toa slow shutter speed d epending onthe brightness. Forexample, when using this toshoot a s_w Slow-speed Sync portrait withthesunset inthebackground, both the person a nd thebackground arecaptured beautifully. Slow-speed Sync+ Discharges a pre-fiash forred-eye r eduction before Red-eye Reduction themain flash isdischarged withSlow-speed...
Page 170 Press the button. The camera is ready to take a picture. Press the _ button. The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, _. appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. (p.35, p.37) Press the shutter release button fully.
Page 171 Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration retract the built-in flash. Using Red-eye Reduction Flash "Red-eye" is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils are dilated in dark environments.
Page 172 Daylight-Sync Shooting In daylight conditions, the flash will eliminate shadows when a portrait picture is taken with a shadow cast on a person's face. Use of the flash in this way is called Daylight-Sync shooting. [Flash On] is used when shooting with Daylight-Sync shooting. •...
Page 173 Compensating for Flash Output You can change the flash output in a range of-2.0 to +1.0. The flash compensation values are as follows for 1/3 EV and 1/2 EV. step Interval Flash Compensation Value 1/3 EV -2.0, -1.7, -1.3,-1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0 1/2 EV -2.0, -1.5, -1.0,-0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0...
Page 174 You can play back captured images with the camera. Use the pr0vided "PENTAX Digital camera Utility 4'! s0ftware to play back .._ pictures Using a €0mputer, Refer to :!Using the Provided S0ftware!! (P1320)fo r details 0n the S0ftwarel Press the _ button.
Page 175 • Refer to "Playback Functions" (p.233) for details on the playback mode functions. • When the file format of the last captured image is JPEG. and its data stii remains in the buffer memory, you can additionally save the image in RAW format by pressing the AE-L button during playback.
Page 176: Deleting Multiple Images
Use the four-way controller (• •) to select [Delete]. Select a file format to delete for images saved in RAW+ format. Delete JPEG .Deletes only the JPEG image. Deletes only the RAW Delete RAW image. Deletes images in both Delete file formats.
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