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Summary of Contents for Ricoh PENTAX K-3 II
- Page 1 Introduction Getting Started SLR Digital Camera Shooting Playback Operating Manual Settings Appendix To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
- Page 2 Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover F Eyecup F ME viewfinder cap Sync socket 2P cap (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) Body mount cover Triangular ring and protective Battery grip terminal cover Rechargeable lithium-ion (Installed on camera) cover (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera)
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Page 3: Introducing The K-3 Ii
Introducing the K-3 II Getting Started Taking Pictures Playback Functions Changing the Settings Appendix... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
How to Use This Manual Introducing the K-3 II Taking Pictures ......p.7 ........p.39 Gives you an overview of the K-3 II. Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works Read this and get to know your K-3 II! properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures! Names and Functions of the Working Parts . - Page 5 Playback Functions Appendix ....... p.67 ........... p.88 Explains various operations for playing back and Provides other resources to get the most from your editing images. K-3 II. Playback Mode Palette Items ....... p.66 Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions ............p.87 Changing the Playback Method ....
- Page 6 Contents How to Use This Manual ......2 Basic Shooting Operation ........35 Shooting with the Viewfinder ........35 Shooting with Live View ..........37 Introducing the K-3 II ......... 7 Reviewing Images ..........38 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...7 Taking Pictures........
- Page 7 Changing the Settings ......79 Setting the White Balance ........56 Adjusting the White Balance Manually ......57 Camera Settings ..........79 Adjusting the White Balance Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions ..... 79 with Color Temperature ..........57 Saving Frequently Used Settings ......... 81 Controlling the Image Finishing Tone ....58 Displaying the Local Date and Time Custom Image .............
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Page 8: Taking Pictures
Regarding User Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the user registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on our website. Thank you for your cooperation. http://www.ricoh-imaging.com/registration/... -
Page 9: Names And Functions Of The Working Parts
Names and Functions of the Working Parts Speaker Hot shoe GPS indicator lamp Strap lug Strap lug AF assist light X-sync socket Microphone Headphone terminal Self-timer lamp/Remote control receiver Mirror AF coupler Lens mount index Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Image plane indicator Diopter adjustment dial LCD panel... -
Page 10: Operating Controls
3 Shutter release button Operating Controls Press to capture images. (p.36) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode. 4 Main switch Turns the power on/off, or activates the preview function. (p.33, p.49) 5 Front e-dial (Q) Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure. (p.41) You can change the menu category when a menu screen is displayed. - Page 11 f Playback button (3) When a menu or the control panel is displayed, use this Switches to playback mode. (p.38) Press the button again to move the cursor or change the item to set. to switch to capture mode. Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette.
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Page 12: Monitor Display
Monitor Display Status Screen 4 5 6 7 Capture Mode 4 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 1/ 1/ 1 2 8 0 0 1 2 8 0 0 With this camera, you can take pictures while looking through the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor. - Page 13 Live View 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 +1.7 +1.7 ±0EV ±0EV 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 99999 99999 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 99999 99999 19 20 21 24 25 Exposure Mode (p.40) 13 Electronic Level Flash Mode (p.45) (horizontal tilt) (p.17) Drive Mode (p.50)
- Page 14 19 File Format (p.39) 23 Exposure Setting (p.42) Control Panel 20 JPEG Recorded Pixels 24 Recording Sound Level and Quality Level (p.39)/ (p.42) A mode Movie Recorded Pixels 25 Playback Sound Volume 26 Framerate (p.39) (p.39) ISO AUTO Setting ISO AUTO Setting 12345 12345 Adjustment Range...
- Page 15 Shooting Info Display When the Camera is Held Vertically 2 5 0 2 5 0 1/ 1/ When the camera is rotated to the vertical You can change the type of information displayed in standby position, the status screen and control mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed.
- Page 16 Playback Mode The captured image and shooting information are displayed in single image display of the playback mode. Press G to change the type of information displayed in single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E. 100-0001 100-0001 100-0001...
- Page 17 20 Focusing area (AF point) 34 Diffraction Correction Detailed Information Display (p.47) (p.61) 21 White Balance (p.56) 35 Color Fringe Correction Still pictures 22 White Balance fine- (p.77) tuning (p.56) 36 Custom Image setting 100-0001 100-0001 23 HDR Capture (p.60)/ (p.58) +1.0 +1.0...
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Page 18: Viewfinder
Histogram Display Viewfinder Use AB to switch between the brightness histogram and RGB When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information histogram. appears in the viewfinder. Brightness histogram Histogram (Brightness) 100-0001 100-0001 Switch RGB histogram/ Brightness histogram Protect setting Card slot number in use Folder number-File 2000 2000 F2.8... -
Page 19: Lcd Panel
• The AF point in use for autofocus appears in red t Memo (Superimpose AF Area) when the shutter release button • You can change the LCD panel backlight setting in [21. LCD is pressed halfway. You can set it to [Off] in [14. Superimpose Panel Illumination] of the E3 menu. -
Page 20: How To Change Function Settings
Using the Control Panel How to Change Function Settings You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G The camera functions and their settings can be selected and in standby mode. changed by using the following ways. Use ABCD to select an item. Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode. -
Page 21: Using The Menus
Using the Menus Most functions are set from the menus. The functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus. Use Q to change the menu category. 2 3 4 Memory Card Options Memory Card Options Use R to switch between menu tabs. -
Page 22: Menu List
Menu List Rec. Mode Menus Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode Exposure Mode p.82 dial is set to O, P, or Q. Sets the recording method for when two memory cards Memory Card Options Sequential Use p.39 are inserted. - Page 23 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with High-ISO NR Auto p.44 a high ISO sensitivity. Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with Slow Shutter Speed NR Auto p.41 a slow shutter speed. Program Line Selects the Program Line setting.
- Page 24 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Display Time Sets the Instant Review display time. 1sec. Zoom Review Displays the magnified image during Instant Review. Save RAW Data Saves the RAW data during Instant Review. Instant p.36 Delete Deletes the displayed image during Instant Review. Review Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Instant Review.
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Page 25: Movie Menu
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page One Push File RAW/Fx Button Sets the function for when P is pressed. Format Button Customi- AF Button Sets the function for when I is pressed. Enable AF1 p.79 zation Sets the camera action for when the main switch is turned Optical Preview Dial to the U position. -
Page 26: Playback Menu
Playback Menu Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Display Duration Sets an image display interval. 3sec. Screen Effect Sets a transition effect when the next image is displayed. Starts the slideshow again from the beginning after the last image Slideshow p.69 Repeat Playback is displayed. -
Page 27: Set-Up Menus
Set-up Menus Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Language/W Changes the display language. p.33 English Date Adjustment Sets the date and time and the display format. p.34 01/01/2015 Switches between the date and time display of your hometown city World Time Hometown p.82 and that of a specified city. - Page 28 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Flicker Reduction Cuts down on monitor flicker by setting the power frequency. – 50Hz Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically Auto Power Off 1min. p.33 if no operations are made for a certain period of time. Sets the camera action for when the optional battery grip Auto Select/ Select Battery...
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Page 29: Custom Setting Menus
Custom Setting Menus Menu Item Function Default Setting Page 1. EV Steps Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. 1/3 EV Steps p.41 2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step p.43 3. Meter Operating Time Sets the meter operating time. - Page 30 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Maintains the focus for a certain amount of time when the subject 18. Hold AF Status happens to move out of the selected focusing area after being p.47 focused. Sets whether to use autofocus when shooting with a remote 19.
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Page 31: Attaching The Strap
Attaching the Strap Attaching a Lens Pass the end of the strap Make sure that the camera is turned off. through the protective cover Remove the body mount and triangular ring. cover (1) and lens mount cover (2). After removing the cover, be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward. -
Page 32: Using The Battery And Charger
u Caution Using the Battery and Charger • When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust. • Keep the body mount cover attached on the camera when Use the battery D-LI90 and battery charger D-BC90 exclusively a lens is not attached. -
Page 33: Inserting/Removing The Battery
t Memo Face the A mark on the • The maximum charging time is approximately 390 minutes battery towards the outside (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C of the camera, and insert the and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). -
Page 34: Inserting A Memory Card
Using the AC Adapter Inserting a Memory Card We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132 The following memory cards can be used with this camera. when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the •... -
Page 35: Initial Settings
Initial Settings Rotate the memory card cover as shown by 3, and slide it in the direction of 4. Turn the camera on and make the initial settings. Turning the Camera On Turn the main switch to [ON]. u Caution The first time the camera •... -
Page 36: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time), and use CD to select S or T. Press D, and use AB Date Adjustment Date Adjustment to select the date format. Date Format Date Format mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy 24h Press E. -
Page 37: Basic Shooting Operation
Formatting a Memory Card Basic Shooting Operation Press F. Take pictures in T (Green) mode in which the camera The A1 menu appears. automatically sets the optimal exposure. Use Q or R to display D4 menu. Shooting with the Viewfinder Use AB to select [Format] and press D. - Page 38 Set the focus mode switch Look through the viewfinder to v. to view the subject. When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring to the right or left to change the angle of view. Position the subject inside AF MF the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway.
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Page 39: Shooting With Live View
u Caution Shooting with Live View • Some functions are not available in T mode. If you attempt to use the functions that are not available, such as the direct Press K in Step 6 key operation, the message [This function is not available on “Shooting with the in the current mode] appears. -
Page 40: Reviewing Images
Saves the RAW data (only Reviewing Images when a JPEG image was taken and the data remains in the Review the captured image on the monitor. buffer). Changes the type of Press 3. information displayed (p.14). Displays the playback mode palette (p.67). -
Page 41: Configuring The Capture Settings
t Memo Configuring the Capture Settings • When [File Format] is set to [RAW+], a JPEG image and a RAW image with the same file number are saved at the same time. Memory Card Settings A1/v • You can take pictures with a different file format setting only when P is pressed. -
Page 42: Taking Still Pictures
You can set the value to be changed in [E-Dial Programming] of the Taking Still Pictures A4 menu. (p.79) [ISO AUTO] is not available. Fixed to [ISO AUTO]. Select the exposure mode that suits the subject and shooting Fixed to 1/180 seconds. conditions. -
Page 43: Ev Compensation
Program Line Turn Q. In [Program Line] of the A2 menu, you can specify how The shutter speed is changed exposure is controlled when [GLINE] is selected for in I, K, or L mode. the M button operation. A Auto Determines the appropriate settings. -
Page 44: Recording Movies
t Memo Recording Movies • Recording can be started or stopped by pressing the shutter release button fully. • You can change the movie settings in the C1 menu or from Turn the capture mode selector switch to C. the control panel. (p.23) When [Exposure Setting] is set Live View is displayed. -
Page 45: Setting The Exposure
Playing Back Movies Setting the Exposure Display the movie to play 100-0001 100-0001 Sensitivity back in single image display of the playback mode. Press N, and then turn 10'00" 10'00" The sensitivity displayed on the status screen, Live View screen, Available operations LCD panel and in the viewfinder Plays back/pauses a movie. -
Page 46: Ae Metering
u Caution AE Metering • When [HDR Capture] of the A1 menu is enabled and [Auto Align] is set to T (On), [AUTO ISO Parameters] is fixed Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness to J. and determining exposure. -
Page 47: Using A Flash
Flash On + Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye Using a Flash Red-eye reduction before the main flash for each Reduction picture. When an external flash (optional) is connected to the camera, Sets to a slow shutter speed and you can discharge a flash for shooting. Slow- discharges a flash for each picture. -
Page 48: Setting The Focus Method
Setting the AF Mode when Shooting with Setting the Focus Method the Viewfinder Set the focus mode switch to v or w. Turn Q while pressing AF MF 2 5 0 2 5 0 1/ 1/ 3 2 0 0 3 2 0 0 12345 12345... - Page 49 t Memo Sets the focusing area to the user • The following settings for autofocus operation can be set selected point from 27 points. When in the E3 menu. the subject happens to move out of the Expanded selected focusing area after being Focus-priority, Release- Area AF (M) 15.
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Page 50: Setting The Af Mode During Live View
Setting the AF Mode during Live Selecting the Desired Focusing Area A3/v View You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area). You can select an autofocus mode when shooting with Live View in [Live View] of the A3 menu, or in [Contrast AF] of the Set the autofocus mode to g or h. -
Page 51: Af Fine Adjustment
AF Fine Adjustment Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) You can precisely fine tune your lenses with the camera’s Turn the main switch to U to use the autofocus system. preview function. There are two preview methods. Select [25. AF Fine Adjustment] in E4 menu and press D. -
Page 52: Setting The Drive Mode
t Memo Setting the Drive Mode • Optical Preview is always used when the drive mode is set to [Mirror Lock-up Shooting], [Multi-exposure], [Interval Shooting], or [Interval Composite], or when You can choose from the following drive modes. [ASTROTRACER] is activated. Single Frame •... -
Page 53: Continuous Shooting
Interval Continuous Shooting Takes pictures at a set interval from a set Shooting time. (p.54) Press A in standby mode. Takes pictures at a set interval from a set The Drive Mode screen appears. Interval time and merges them into a single image. Composite Star and moon trails can be captured in one Select Z and press B. -
Page 54: Remote Control
Remote Control Exposure Bracketing Press A in standby mode. Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. The Drive Mode screen appears. Select Q and press B. Select T and press B. Remote Control Remote Control Select T, 1, or U and press B. Use Q to select the number of shots. -
Page 55: Mirror Lock-Up Shooting
t Memo u Caution • The bracket value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV steps • Mirror Lock-up Shooting cannot be selected when shooting or 1/2 EV steps according to the [1. EV Steps] setting of the with Live View. E1 menu. -
Page 56: Interval Shooting
Available operations during Instant Review Shoot. Discards pictures taken up to that point and When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture takes pictures again from the first picture. is taken. When set to [Set Time], shooting starts Saves pictures taken up to that point and at the set time. -
Page 57: Interval Movie Record
Set the time from the start to the end Press E to finish the setting. Recording of recording. Select from 14 seconds The camera returns to standby mode. Time to 99 hours. The time that can be set varies depending on the [Interval] setting. Shoot. -
Page 58: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance Press G. The fine-tuning screen appears. Press C in standby mode. G3 G3 A2 A2 The White Balance setting screen appears. Check Check Cancel Cancel ±0 ±0 Select the desired white Auto White Balance Auto White Balance Available operations balance setting. -
Page 59: Adjusting The White Balance Manually
Adjusting the White Balance Manually Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature You can measure the white balance at a selected location. Specify the white balance with the color temperature. Select o in Step 2 on “Setting the White Balance” (p.56) and press B. -
Page 60: Controlling The Image Finishing Tone
Controlling the Image Finishing Set the parameters. Saturation Saturation Tone Check Check When you want to take pictures with a slightly different style, you can set the desired picture style before shooting. Cancel Cancel Try out the various settings, and find your best picture style. Available operations Custom Image Selects a parameter. -
Page 61: Digital Filter
Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured Digital Filter A1/C1/v Image Select [Digital Filter] in A1 or C1 menu and The outcome of Cross Processing varies each time a picture press D. is taken. If you take a cross processed image that you like, The Digital Filter setting screen appears. -
Page 62: Correcting Images
Correcting Images Set the parameters. Extracted Color 1 Extracted Color 1 Brightness Adjustment Cancel Cancel Check Check MENU Highlight Correction/Shadow Correction A2/v Available operations Expands the dynamic range and enables a wider range of tones Selects a parameter. to be recorded by the CMOS sensor and reduces the Adjusts the value. -
Page 63: Lens Correction
t Memo Set whether to use Auto Align or not. • You can also set [Distortion Correction] and [Peripheral Illumin. Corr.] from the control panel. T Uses Auto Align. • Corrections can only be made when a compatible lens S Does not use Auto Align. is attached. -
Page 64: Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator
Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator Composition Adjustment A3/v By shaking the Shake Reduction unit, a moiré reduction effect By using the Shake Reduction mechanism, the composition simulating that of a low-pass filter can be achieved. of the image can be adjusted. Use this function when you want to adjust the composition, such as when using a tripod during Select [AA Filter Simulator] in A3 menu Live View shooting. -
Page 65: Using The Gps
Using the GPS Press E. The camera returns to standby mode in Live View. The following functions are available with the camera’s built-in u Caution GPS unit. • This function cannot be used in the following situations. • When the drive mode is set to [Interval Shooting], [Interval Saves the GPS positioning data received GPS Logging Composite], or [Interval Movie Record]... -
Page 66: Setting Additional Features For The Gps Operation
When a picture is taken while the GPS is on, the GPS data Performing a Calibration is recorded in the image. The GPS data is not recorded in movies. You can check the GPS information in Detailed Adjust the camera to obtain the direction information accurately. Information Display in playback mode. -
Page 67: Recording The Camera Route (Gps Logging)
t Memo Recording the Camera Route • During GPS logging, “LOG” is displayed under the GPS (GPS Logging) positioning status icon on the status screen and Live View screen. When the time set in [Logging Duration] elapses, “LOG END” is displayed and a GPS log file is saved. Select [GPS] in A2 menu and press D. -
Page 68: Shooting Celestial Bodies (Astrotracer)
Available operations Shooting Celestial Bodies Enables/Disables the timed exposure. (ASTROTRACER) Changes the exposure time within the range from 0'10" to 5'00" when the timed exposure Set the Exposure Mode to M and set the Focus is enabled. Method to w. Changes the aperture value. -
Page 69: Playback Functions
Item Function Page Playback Mode Palette Items Saves the settings used for an image captured in Cross Playback functions can be set from Save Cross Image Rotation Image Rotation Processing mode of Custom p.59 the playback mode palette as well Processing Image as your “Favorite”... -
Page 70: Changing The Playback Method
Deleting Selected Images Changing the Playback Method Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.68). Displaying Multiple Images Select the images to delete. 100 _ 0505 100 _ 0505 001/500 001/500 You can display 6, 12, 20, 35, or 80 thumbnail images at the same time. -
Page 71: Displaying Images By Folder
Displaying Images by Folder Select [Calendar Filmstrip 100–0505 100–0505 2015.5 2015.5 Display]. 16 16 Turn R to the left in 25 25 100PENTX 100PENTX 29 29 Step 1 of “Displaying 2015.6 2015.6 Multiple Images” (p.68). 30 30 The folder display screen Shooting Thumbnail appears. -
Page 72: Displaying Rotated Images
t Memo Connecting the Camera to an AV Device • You can change the [Display Duration], [Screen Effect], [Repeat Playback], and [Auto Movie Playback] settings for Connect to an AV device, such as a TV, equipped with an HDMI slideshow in [Slideshow] of the B1 menu. Slideshow can terminal to display Live View images while shooting or to play also be started from the Slideshow setting screen. -
Page 73: Connecting The Camera To A Computer
t Memo Connecting the Camera • Check the operating manual of the AV device and select a suitable input terminal for connecting the camera. to a Computer • By default, the maximum resolution supported by both the AV device and camera is automatically selected. If it fails Connect the camera to a computer using a USB cable. -
Page 74: Editing And Processing Images
u Caution Editing and Processing Images • The camera cannot be operated while it is connected to a computer. To operate the camera, terminate the USB connection on the computer, then turn off the camera and Copying an Image remove the USB cable. •... -
Page 75: Correcting Color Moiré
Available operations Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels (Resize) Changes the size of the cropping frame. Changes the number of recorded pixels of the selected image, Moves the cropping frame. ABCD and saves it as a new file. Changes the Aspect Ratio or Image Rotation setting. -
Page 76: Processing Images With Digital Filters
Available operations Processing Images with Digital Filters Selects a parameter. Adjusts the value. Display the image to edit in single image display. Press E. Select T in the playback mode palette. The screen of Step 3 reappears. The screen to select a filter appears. Press E. -
Page 77: Creating A Composite Image (Index)
Select [Layout]. Select [Recreating filter Select from l (Thumbnail), Layout Layout effects] and press E. Images Images Applying the digital filter Applying the digital filter k (Square), m (Random 1), Backgrnd. Backgrnd. The filter effects used for the Recreating filter effects Recreating filter effects Selection Selection... -
Page 78: Editing Movies
t Memo Use CD to move • The file name format for an index image is the selection frame “INDX .JPG”. and press E. 00 ' 05" 00 ' 05" 10 ' 00" 10 ' 00" The segments to delete are Editing Movies specified. -
Page 79: Developing Raw Images
Developing RAW Images Develop Allows you to change Image Capture images Settings (File Format, JPEG Recorded You can develop RAW images into JPEG images, and save as shot Pixels, and JPEG Quality). them as new files. Allows you to change Image Capture Settings (File Format, Aspect Ratio, JPEG Select b in the playback mode palette. - Page 80 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press E. When [Select single image] is selected, select [Continue] or [Exit], and press E. u Caution • Only RAW images captured with this camera can be developed. t Memo • When [Select multiple images] or [Select a folder] is selected in Step 2, a folder with a new number is created, and the JPEG images are stored in it.
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Page 81: Camera Settings
Camera Settings Press F twice. t Memo • If you select [Rotation Direction] in Step 2, you can reverse Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions the effect obtained by turning Q or R. Setting the E-dial Operation Setting the Button Operation For each exposure mode, you can set the functions for when You can set the functions for when P or I is pressed, Q and R are turned and M is pressed. - Page 82 Press D and use AB to select the functions Press F. to assign. The screen of Step 2 reappears. The following functions can be assigned to each button. Repeat Steps 2 to 5. Setting Function Page Press F twice. One Push Temporarily changes p.80 u Caution...
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Page 83: Saving Frequently Used Settings
u Caution Select [Save] and press E. • The One Push File Format function cannot be used when [Memory Card Options] in the A1 menu is set to [Separate The screen of Step 3 reappears. RAW/JPEG]. (p.39) u Caution • [Save USER Mode] cannot be selected when the mode dial Saving Frequently Used Settings is set to T. -
Page 84: Displaying The Local Date And Time Of The Specified City
Available operations Displaying the Local Date and Time Moves the text selection cursor. ABCD of the Specified City Moves the text input cursor. The date and time set at the time of initial setting (“Initial Switches between upper and lower case Settings”... -
Page 85: File Management Settings
t Memo File Management Settings • Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.100) for cities that can be selected as a hometown or destination. • Select [F Hometown] in Step 3 to change the city and DST Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) settings for the hometown. -
Page 86: Selecting The Folder/File Settings
Selecting the Folder/File Settings Change the text. Text selection cursor Enter 5 single-byte alphanumeric Folder Name Folder Name Folder Name characters. When images are captured with this camera, a folder Finish Finish is automatically created and the captured images are stored Reset Reset in it. - Page 87 Create New Folder Select A or C, File Name File Name and press D. I I M M G G P P . J P G When [Create New Folder] is selected in the D2 menu, a folder _ I I M M G G .
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Page 88: Setting The Copyright Information
File No. Does not embed copyright information in the Exif data. Each file name consists of a string File No. File No. of 4 characters and a sequential T Embeds copyright information in the Exif data. Sequential Numbering Sequential Numbering Reset File Number Reset File Number number from 0001 to 9999. - Page 89 t Memo Eye-Fi card • A smartphone can be used to operate the camera when a Flucard compatible with this camera is used. Refer to the Transfers automatically when images are Flucard manual for details on how to use the card. taken, new images are saved, or images are •...
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Page 90: Restrictions On The Combinations Of Special Functions
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions × #: Restricted : Not available Pixel Shift Distortion ASTRO- Composi- AA Filter Save RAW Digital Filter Capture Resolution Correction TRACER tion Adjust. Simulator Data × × Flash Continuous × × × × Shooting Exposure ×... -
Page 91: Functions Available With Various Lenses
Lenses with a maximum aperture of F2.8 or faster. Only available Functions Available with Various at the 9 position. Lenses with a maximum aperture of F5.6 or faster. Lenses Available when using AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, AF360FGZ II, AF201FG, AF200FG, or AF160FC. Only available with compatible lenses. -
Page 92: Using The Aperture Ring
• [F--] appears for the aperture indicator in the status screen, Using the Aperture Ring Live View screen and viewfinder and on the LCD panel. The shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F, or A lens is not set to the 9 position or a lens How to Achieve the Correct Exposure with the Aperture Ring without an 9 position is attached. -
Page 93: Functions When Using An External Flash
Setting the Focal Length Functions when Using an External Flash The Shake Reduction function operates by obtaining the lens information such as focal length. Set the focal length when Use of the following external flashes (optional) enables a variety using a lens that the focal length information cannot be of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode. -
Page 94: Troubleshooting
u Caution Troubleshooting • Flashes with the reversed polarity (the center contact on the hot shoe is minus) cannot be used due to the risk of damaging the camera and/or flash. t Memo • Do not combine with accessories that have a different •... -
Page 95: Sensor Cleaning
Problem Cause Remedy Sensor Cleaning The autofocus The focus cannot Set [Contrast AF] to e, g, mode of Live View be locked. h, or i. (p.48) Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) is set to f. When the flash mode is set to Dust Alert is the function that detects dust adhering to the A or B, the flash does not The flash does not... -
Page 96: Error Messages
Removing Dust with a Blower Error Messages Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the Error Messages Description CMOS sensor with a blower. The memory card is full and no more Memory card full images can be saved. Insert a new Turn the camera off and remove the lens. - Page 97 Error Messages Description Error Messages Description Not enough battery power You are trying to set a function that This function is not available remaining to activate Pixel is not available for the exposure mode in the current mode Mapping These messages appear when you try that is set.
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Page 98: Main Specifications
Folder Name: Date (100_1018, 101_1019...) Main Specifications Storage Folder or a user-assigned name (default: PENTX) File Name: user-assigned name Model Description Storage File (default: IMGP File No.: Sequential Numbering, Reset Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital camera Viewfinder PENTAX K bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens Lens Mount information contacts, K-mount with power contacts) - Page 99 White Balance Shutter Method using a combination of the CMOS image Electronically controlled vertical-run focal plane Type sensor and the light source detection sensor Type shutter • Electronic shutter is used for Pixel Shift Resolution Auto White Balance, Multi Auto White Balance, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light Auto: 1/8000 to 30 seconds, Manual: 1/8000 Shutter Speed...
- Page 100 External Flash Movie MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV) Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Recording Format • Motion JPEG (AVI) for Interval Movie Record Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + u (1920×1080, 60i/50i/30p/25p/24p) Flash Modes Recorded Pixels Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast- t (1280×720, 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p)
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Page 101: Index
GPS/Electronic Compass Development options: Select single image, Select multiple images, Select a folder GPS, QZSS Satellite Systems Development parameters: File Format (JPEG, SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, GAGAN, MSAS TIFF), Aspect Ratio, JPEG Recorded Pixels, JPEG Quality, Color Space, Distortion Correction, Reception L1, 1575.42 MHz Development Peripheral Illumin. - Page 102 Included Accessories List of World Time Cities Strap O-ST132, ME Viewfinder Cap, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90, Battery Charger The following cities can be set as Hometown and Destination. D-BC90, AC plug cord, Software (CD-ROM) Package S-SW160 Contents Region City <Mounted to the camera> Eyecup F , Hot shoe cover F , Sync socket 2P cap, Body mount cover,...
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Page 103: Operating Environment For Usb Connection And Provided Software
t Memo Operating Environment for USB Connection • QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred and Provided Software to a computer with an OS other than Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. (A computer with Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 With the provided software “Digital Camera Utility 5”, you can can play back movies with a pre-installed player software.) develop RAW files, make color adjustments, or check shooting... -
Page 104: Index
Index Symbols Aperture Priority Button ........ 8 Copyright Holder....86 Automatic Exposure ..40 Button Customization ..79 Copyright Information ..86 A menu......20 Aperture value ....40 Correcting images ... 60 C menu......23 Aspect Ratio ....73, 77 Create New Folder .. - Page 105 D-Range Settings .... 60 Flash Mode...... 45 Lens focal length ..... 91 Drive Mode ...... 50 Flash On......45 Lens information Image Capture DST (daylight saving Flash X-sync Speed ..40 contacts......7 Settings ....... 39 time) ...... 34, 82 Flicker Reduction.....
- Page 106 MSC ........ 93 Processing images ..72 Save Cross Single mode Multi-exposure....53 Program Automatic Processing ....59 (AF Mode) ....46 Multi-image display..68 Exposure ..... 40 Save Menu Location..19 Sketch (Digital Filter) ..74 Multiple AF Points Program Line ....
- Page 107 Unicolor Bold (Digital Filter)..59, 74 Updating firmware ... 26 USB Connection..72, 101 USB terminal ....71 USER mode ....81 User registration ....6 Using aperture ring..90 Vertical position ....13 Vibrant (Custom Image) ..58 Viewfinder......16 Volume label....
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Page 108: For Using Your Camera Safely
About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter For Using Your Camera Safely Warning We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the • Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed following symbols. -
Page 109: Care To Be Taken During Handling
About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Care to be Taken During Handling Warning Before Using Your Camera • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical •... -
Page 110: Cleaning Your Camera
4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being Cleaning Your Camera accessed. • If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup •... - Page 111 • Note that this camera may take a while to reacquire a signal if it has not been used for an extended period or has been moved a great distance from where the GPS data was last received. • Turn off the GPS function in any place where, or on any occasion when the use of electronic device is prohibited, such as while visiting a hospital, or taking off and landing of airplane.
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Page 112: Warranty Policy
WARRANTY POLICY THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE AUTHOR “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR... - Page 113 servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s For customers in USA representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE camera returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy.
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Page 114: Declaration Of Conformity
The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109. Product Name: SLR Digital Camera Model Number: PENTAX K-3 II Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: April, 2015, Colorado... - Page 115 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can Equipment and Used Batteries be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed 1.
- Page 116 (http://www.ricoh-imaging.com.cn) This contact information may change without notice. Please check the latest information on our websites. • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. OPK3II101-EN Copyright © RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 2015 FOM 01.05.2015 Printed in Europe...