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  • Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Lenses and accessories produced by other manufacturers are not made to our precise specifications and therefore may cause difficulties with, or actual damage to, your Pentax camera. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses and accessories made by other...

  • Page 3: For Safe Use Of Your Camera

    FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this page. WARNING: CAUTION: WARNING • The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. •...

  • Page 4: Precautions For Your Camera

    Also check for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to salinity or gas. If you cannot correct the problems, have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. Repairs of this nature are not...

  • Page 5: Precautions For Battery Usage

    (122F˚ to 14F˚). • A camera which has been submerged in water usually cannot be repaired. If such an accident should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. • To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the camera be inspected every one or two years.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA ....1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA ... . .2 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE .
  • Page 7 BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) Step 1. SET THE STANDARD PROGRAM MODE ..34 Step 2. SET THE AUTO POP-UP FLASH ..35 Step 3. SET THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE ..36 Step 4.
  • Page 8 OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTION ....88 USING PENTAX DEDICATED AUTO FLASH ..90 SLOW-SPED=SYNC SHOOTING ....94...
  • Page 9 OTHERS ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) ....XX TROUBLESHOOTING ......XX PROGRAM LINES .

  • Page 10: Names Of Working Parts

    NAMES OF WORKING PARTS Main switch (p.16) Select dial Shutter release button Lens mount Lens unlock index button (p.14) Film information window Back cover release lever (p.18) Built-in flash Lens information Mirror contacts Strap lug (p.11) Tripod socket AV button Focus mode switch (p.27,58) AF coupler...
  • Page 11 Drive mode button (p.38,40) Flash mode button (p.25) Exposure mode button Date mode button ????????????????????????????? ????? ????? Hot shoe ????? ????? LCD panel AE lock button (p.57) Flash pop up button ????? ????? • ????? • ?????

  • Page 12: Lcd Panel Indications

    LCD PANEL INDICATION : Flash status information (p. 25, 36) : Flash off information (p. 26) : Red-eye reduction flash indication (p. 32) : Automatic flash information (p. 25) : Manual-set film speed (p. 64) : Shutter speed : Battery exhaustion warning (p.13) : Consecutive shooting (p.38)

  • Page 13: Viewfinder Indications

    VIEWFINDER INDICATION : AF frame (p. 30) : Flash status information (p. 32, 36) : AE lock (p. 57) : Focus indicator (p. 59) : Over exposure : Correct exposure : Under exposure...

  • Page 14: Quick And Easy Shooting

    QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING Loading the batteries Open the battery cover and load two CR2 Lithium batteries. See page xx Set the date and time You can skip this step if you do not imprint the data at this time. The date and time should be adjusted after loading the batteries.
  • Page 15 Set the exposure mode to Standard program mode. Move the select lever to set the pointer depressing the exposure mode button. See page xx Loading the film. See page xx Set to the Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to in down position.

  • Page 16: Camera Functions Available With Various Lenses

    CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Function Autofocus (Lens only) Manual focus (with FI) *2 Power zoom Image size tracking Zoom clip Auto zoom effect Picture Mode Aperture-Priority AE Shutter-Priority AE Metered Manual Auto-popup built-in flash mode *4 Programmed TTL Auto Flash TTL Auto Flash ??????????????? Notes:...
  • Page 17 MEMO • KAF2 and KAF mount lenses are designed to work with the Autofocus SLR camera. • The A, F, and FA lenses have the The camera will not operate when a lens with following condition. 1. When a lens, which does not have the aperture ring is attached.

  • Page 18: How To Use This Operation Manual

    HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections. Basic Operation (Preparation) — >Page xx Basic Operation ( Shooting ) — >Page xx Advanced Operations — >Page xx Other information — >Page xx If you like to begin taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read section 1and 2, "BASIC...

  • Page 19: Basic Operation (Preparation)

    BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Step 1 PATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP ..18 Step 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES ... . .19 Step 3 TURNING ON THE POWER ... . .18 Step 4 SETTING THE DATA BACK .

  • Page 20: Step1. Attaching The Camera Strap

    Step 1 ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug from underneath, and then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath as illustrated. Follow the same procedure to attach the other end of the strap to the other strap lug.

  • Page 21: Step2. Loading The Batteries

    Step 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES Open the battery chamber cover by turning it to counterclockwise with a coin, etc. as shown in the illustration. Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or equivalent into the battery chamber with positive (+) contacts of the batteries pointing up as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 22 LOADING THE BATTERIES MEMO • Be sure to use two Lithium batteries CR2 or equivalents. • Both the camera function and the data imprinting function to keep constant track of time use the batteries. • The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is also available for this camera instead of using the lithium batteries.

  • Page 23: Battery Life

    Flash photography (using flash 100% of the times) MEMO • CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. • Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus, built-in flash and external conditions such as temperature and freshness of the battery.

  • Page 24: Low Battery Warning

    LOADING THE BATTERIES Low Battery Warning When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the battery symbol appears on the LCD panel to warn you. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. MEMO • See page 19 for loading the batteries • Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as the shutter can be released.

  • Page 25: Step3. Turning On The Power

    Step 3 TURNING ON THE POWER Turn the power ON Push the main switch button to turn ON. Turn the power OFF Push the main switch button again to turn OFF. MEMO • Be sure to turn the main switch OFF to prevent accidental battery drain when not in used.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Date And Time

    Step 4 ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME Turn the power ON and depress the [DATE] button to display date mode on the LCD panel. Keep depressing the [DATE] button for 3 seconds on the date mode display, the "year" digits will start to blink. Each time the [DATE] button is depressed, the blinking digits change in the following order:...
  • Page 27 Move the Select dial to right or left to change the digits that you wish to change the blinking digits. The digits increase by one each time the select dial is moved to right and the digits decreased by it’s moved to left. Holding the select dial for about one second will change the digits rapidly.

  • Page 28: Step4. Setting The Data

    Step 5 SETTING THE DATA BACK The DATE model records date information on your pictures clearly on each frame that you expose. Selecting the date mode At each depress of the [DATE] button, the display on the LCD panel changes as follows.
  • Page 29 (Year Month Day) (Day Hour Minute) (No data imprinted) (Month Day Year) (Day Month Year) MEMO • [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month". • Year 2000 will imprint " 00 " on pictures. • [ -- -- -- ] indicates that no data will be imprinted. •...

  • Page 30: Step6. Attaching The Lens

    Step 6 ATTACHING THE LENS Remove the body mount cap 1 and rear lens cap 2. Align the red dots on the lens and camera while mounting the lens to the camera body, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place.
  • Page 31 MEMO • The body mount cap is designed to protect the camera against scratches and dust at the factory. For storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. • After mounting the lens, try to turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place.

  • Page 32: Step7. Film Loading

    Step 7 FILM LOADING We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to become familiar with its operations. MEMO Remove the protective card • Before loading film for the first time after purchase, open the back cover and remove the protective card.
  • Page 33 Important The shutter curtains are made from fine precision material. Do not touch them with your fingers or any other object while loading the film. Align the film leader with film leader end mark 1 as shown as illustrated. • If you pulled out too much film, push it back into the cartridge to reduce the slack.
  • Page 34 FILM LOADING MEMO Incorrect film loading If the film is not loaded properly, (E) will blink on the LCD panel Open the back cover and load the film again. Note • Automatic film speed setting When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is automatically set for the camera.

  • Page 35: Step8. Operating The Shutter Release Button

    Step 8 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON The shutter release button has two positions. Depressing it down halfway (first position) turns on the exposure meter and autofocus system. pressed Depressing it fully (second position) releases the shutter. When taking a picture, depress the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake.

  • Page 37: Basic Operation (Shooting)

    BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) Step 1 SET THE STANDARD PROGRAM MODE . .XX Step 2 SET THE SUTO POP-UP FLASH ..XX Step 3 SET THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE . .XX Step 4 SET THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF ..XX Step 5 USING THE ZOOM LENS .

  • Page 38: Step 1. Set The Standard Program Mode

    Step 1 SET THE STANDARD PROGRAM MODE For quick and easy shooting, set your camera for Standard program mode, autofocus, auto flash and single frame drive mode. This standard program mode allows you to take pictures by simply depressing the shutter release button. The camera selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed setting.

  • Page 39: Step 2. Set The Auto Pop-Up Flash

    Step 2 SET THE AUTO POP UP FLASH Depress the flash mode button until on the LCD panel. In this mode, the built-in flash automatically pops up when depressing the shutter button halfway down in the low light or backlight conditions.

  • Page 40: Step 3. Set The Single Frame Drive Mode

    Step 3 SET THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is depressed. Depress the drive mode button until single frame LCD panel. MEMO The drive mode can also set to consecutive-frame mode seconds self- timer appears on the or auto bracket shooting mode...

  • Page 41: Step 4. Set The Auto Focus Mode To Af

    Step 4 SET THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the lens adjusts focus automatically. Set the focus mode switch to in the down position. MEMO • The picture cannot be taken unless focus is achieved. The focus will remain locked as long as shutter release button is held in halfway down.

  • Page 42: Step 5. Using The Zoom Lens

    Step 5 USING THE ZOOM LENS Turning the zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle). MEMO • The smaller the number shown on the zoom scale ring , the wider the angle. Conversely, the larger the number, the more magnified the image appears.

  • Page 43: Step 6. Holding The Camera

    Step 6 HOLDING THE CAMERA Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations. Camera held horizontally MEMO • While taking a picture, gently depress the shutter release button. Sudden force on the shutter release button will cause camera shake, making the picture blurred.

  • Page 44: Step 7. Taking A Picture

    Step 7 TAKING A PICTURE Confirm that the focus mode switch has been set to and the lens aperture ring has been set to select the data mode to imprint or not. Frame the subject Look through the viewfinder and frame the subject with the autofocus When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the...

  • Page 45: Take A Picture

    When the subject is in focus, the focus indicator in the viewfinder • The focus indicator to obtain proper focus for one of the following reasons. 1. The subject is too close. Adjust the camera-to-subject distance. 2. The subject is difficult to autofocus. See "HARD-TO- AUTOFOCUS"...

  • Page 46: Step 8. Unloding A Film

    Step 8 UNLODING A FILM The film automatically rewinds at the end of the roll. During rewinding, on the LCD panel, indicating that the film is being rewound, the exposure counter counts frame numbers in reverse. When the film is fully rewound, only the LCD panel.

  • Page 47: Step 9. Rewinding A Film In Mid-Roll

    Step 9 REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL If you wish to unload the film before exposing all the frames, use this function. Set the main switch to the ON position, Depressing the Drive mode button for over 2seconds, Film status information appear on the LCD.

  • Page 49: Advanced Operations

    OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTION ......88 USING PENTAX DEDICATED AUTO FLASH ....90...

  • Page 50: Selecting A Drive Mode

    SELECTING A DRIVE MODE This camera has a total of six drive modes as shown. Single-Frame Drive Mode Consecutive-Frame Drive Mode Self-timer Mode 2 Seconds self-timer Mode Auto Bracket Exposure Mode Auto Bracket Exposure Mode One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is depressed.
  • Page 51 Consecutive-Frame Mode Pictures can be taken consecutively while holding down the shutter release button. Setting the consecutive frame drive mode Depress the drive mode button until appears on the LCD panel. 1.Depress the shutter release button halfway down to focus on the subject.

  • Page 52: Self-Timer Mode

    SELECTING A DRIVE MODE Self-timer Mode The self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and is useful for taking group shots that include the photographer or when you wish to prevent camera shake for slow speed exposure as close- up or night- scene pictures. The shutter will be released about 2 seconds or 12 seconds after the shutter release button is depressed fully.
  • Page 53 Then depress the shutter release button fully to start the self-timer When the self-timer is in operation, the self-timer lamp blinks and the rate increases for the last two seconds MEMO Preventing stray light entering the eyepiece Underexposure may occur if light enters the viewfinder during self-timer operation. If you intend to move away from the viewfinder, attach the supplied finder cap as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 54: Auto Bracket Shooting

    AUTO BRACKET SHOOTING When you depressed shutter release button, three consecutive frames will be taken at the different exposure times. The first frame is exposed with no compensation. The second frame is under exposed and the third frame is over exposed. The bracketing amount can be set to ±1/2 EV or ±1 EV.
  • Page 55 Focus on the subject by depressing the shutter button halfway down. The focus is locked at the first picture and remains locked until 3 pictures are taken. Take 3 consecutive pictures, depress and hold down the shutter release button. MEMO •...

  • Page 56: Selecting 6 Picture Modes

    SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODES You can select your desired Picture Mode by depressing the exposure mode button. The picture mode has a total 6 modes as follows. See details for each mode on page xx to xx. Setting the one of 6 picture modes Standard program Mode...
  • Page 57 Set the lens aperture ring to Set the pointer mark the desired exposure mode symbols ( ) by moving the select dial to left or right while depressing the exposure mode button. Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, the flash recommended indicator in the viewfinder would blink.

  • Page 58: Standard Program Mode

    SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODES Standard program Mode For easy picture taking, use this Standard program Mode. You simply depress the shutter release button. The camera selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed setting. Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing the exposure mode button.

  • Page 59: Portrait Program Mode

    Portrait Program Mode This mode is suitable for taking portrait photography. Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing the exposure mode button. • When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down,the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed on the LCD panel.

  • Page 60: Landscape Program Mode

    SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODES Landscape Program Mode This mode is ideal for landscape photography and scenic snapshots. Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing the exposure mode button. • When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed on the LCD panel.

  • Page 61: Close-Up Program Mode

    Close-up Program Mode This mode is convenient when taking close-up photos of flower and so forth. This mode favors smaller apertures to maximize the depth of field, ensuring sharp focus of a close-up subject. Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing the exposure mode button.

  • Page 62: Action Program Mode

    SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODES Action Program Mode This mode selects a faster shutter speed to capture a moving subject and prevents blurred images. This mode is especially convenient for active photography. It is also suitable for portraits with blurred background. Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing the...

  • Page 63: Night-Scene Program Mode

    Night-scene Program Mode This mode is useful when taking a portrait photograph with a night scene in the background. Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing the exposure mode button. Press the flash pop up button to activate the flash if auto pop up flash is not selected.

  • Page 64: Effect Of Aperture And Shutter Speed

    EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED A correct exposure is established by a combination of shutter speed and aperture setting according to the subject brightness. There are many correct combination s of shutter speed and aperture a particular subject brightness. Different shutter speed and aperture settings produce different effects.
  • Page 65 Effect of aperture The aperture increases or reduces the amount of reflected light from an object which passes through the lens, controlling how much light strikes the film. If the aperture is opened up to increase the amount of light, subjects in front of and behind an in-focus subject will not be focused.

  • Page 66: Aperture-Priority Ae Mode

    EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED Aperture-Priority AE Mode When the desired aperture is selected, the appropriate shutter speed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject. This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field, or a portrait against a blurred background.
  • Page 67 ??????????????????????? ?????????????????????? ???? • When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed and aperture value will be displayed on the LCD panel. Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, the plus minus indicator in the viewfinder and the selected shutter speed on the LCD panel would blink...

  • Page 68: Shutter-Priority Ae Mode

    EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED Shutter-Priority AE Mode When the desired shutter speed is selected, the appropriate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject. This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a fast shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic image with a slow shutter speed.
  • Page 69 ??????????????????????? ?????????????????????? ???? • When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed and aperture value will be displayed on the LCD panel. * Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, the plus minus indicator in the viewfinder and the selected aperture value on...

  • Page 70: Metered Manual Mode

    EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED Metered Manual Mode The manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively under or over exposed photographs. Set the lens aperture ring to Set the pointer mark by moving the select dial while depressing...
  • Page 71 Move the select dial to change the aperture value while holding the AV button. Confirm the shutter speed and aperture value on the LCD panel. in the center indicates the correct exposure. indicates over exposure. indicates under exposure. When under or over exposure is set beyond + 1 or - 1 steps (1EV), indicator will light.

  • Page 72: Effect Of Aperture And Shutter Speed

    EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED MEMO The AE lock does not operate in the Metered Manual Mode. Exposure Warning If both blink in the viewfinder and both shutter speed and aperture value blink on the LCD panel, it means that the exposure is out of metering range.

  • Page 73: Bulb Timer Exposure Mode

    BULB TIMER EXPOSURE MODE This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter speed can be set from 45seconds to 32minutes as follows. 45sec, 1min., 1.4min., 2min., 2.8min., 4min.,5.6min., 8min., 11min., 16min., 22min., 32min. In the Metered Manual Mode, move the select dial to change the shutter speed...

  • Page 74: Ae Lock Function

    AE LOCK FUNCTION The AE Lock function enables an exposure level lock before picture is taken. If the subject is too small for a proper exposure setting to be obtained, you can zoom in on the subject to obtain the proper exposure setting.

  • Page 75: Manual Focusing

    MANUAL FOCUSING Using a manual focus lens When you adjust focus manually, you can either look at the focus indicator in the viewfinder or the viewfinder matte field to check if the subject is in focus. You can use the manual focus mode to adjust focus with the aid of the focus indicator How to focus with aid of the in-focus indicator Set the focus mode switch...
  • Page 76 MANUAL FOCUSING Depress the shutter release button fully to take a picture. When the autofocus mode or the focus indicator is unsuitable for focusing. When the autofocus function or the viewfinder focus indicator in the viewfinder cannot be used for focus confirmation for the following reasons, focus on the subject in the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder as you would with a non-AF SLR camera.
  • Page 77 How to focus with aid of the matte field Set the focus mode switch Frame the subject, then turn the focusing ring to the right or left until the subject looks sharp in the viewfinder. Depress the shutter release button fully to take a picture.

  • Page 78: Hard-To-Autofofus Subjects

    MANUAL FOCUSING HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect. Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size of your subject, the autofocus system may not operate. In such a case, set the focus mode switch to manual focus mode to focus the lens on the subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder (see page xx).

  • Page 79: Setting The Film Speed (Iso) Manually

    SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY This camera automatically reads the film speed from the film's DX code. However, the film speed setting can be changed. If you use a non-DX coded film, set the film speed manually. How to set 1.

  • Page 80: Using Built-In Flash

    USING BUILT-IN FLASH Auto-popup flash function The auto-popup flash function operates with the one of 6 picture modes is set. In this mode, the built-in flash pops up and discharges automatically in low light and backlight condition. Depress the flash mode button until the LCD panel.

  • Page 81: Selecting The Various Built-In Flash Modes

    SELECTING THE VARIOUS BUILT-IN FLASH MODES At each depress of the flash mode button, the flash mode on the LCD panel changes as shown in the chart Auto-popup Auto-popup Red-eye reduction MEMO • The auto-popup flash mode can only be set when one of 6 picture modes is selected.

  • Page 82: Red-Eye Reduction Flash Function

    When using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the camera, it may also help to position the flash as far away from the camera as possible.

  • Page 83: Flash Effective Range For The Picture Mode With Iso

    Flash effective range for the Picture Mode with ISO 100 (400) film used A lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.4 is marked as 1:1.4 on its barrel. Maximum Lens Aperture approx. 0.8 - 3.9m (5.6m) f/1.4 approx. 0.8 - 3.3m (4.8m) approx.

  • Page 84: Manual Pop Up The Built-In Flash

    MANUAL POP UP THE BUILT-IN FLASH Push the flash pop-up button to activate the flash. will disappear on the LCD panel. appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the flash is fully charged. Depress the shutter release button fully, and the flash unit discharges.

  • Page 85: Flash Off Mode

    • Do not use a lens hood with the built-in flash as it may obstruct the path of the light coming from the flash, causing vignetting in the picture corners. • With the built-in flash popped up, an external flash cannot be attached to the hot shoe.

  • Page 86: Daylight-Sync Shooting

    When taking a daylight-sync photograph with displayed on the LCD panel, the flash may not discharge. Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync Using other type of a flash Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera. For the best results, use a Pentax dedicated flash unit.

  • Page 87: Flash Recommended Indicator

    FLASH RECOMMENDED INDICATOR The flash recommended indicator in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel blink slowly to warn and recommend you to use flash when you attempt to take a picture in low light and backlight condition. MEMO In the Shutter-Priority AE Mode and Metered-Manual Mode, the flash recommended indicator blinks only when attempting to photograph a subject in a backlight condition.
  • Page 88 INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARING WHEN THE BUILT-IN FLASH IS USED When using an inappropriate F or FA lens, will blink rapidly in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the shutter release button is depressed halfway down. MEMO • See page xx for more details on compatibility of F and FA lenses with the built-in flash.

  • Page 89: Advanced Operation For Built-In Flash

    1/100 sec. to a slower shutter speed that does not cause camera shake. The slowest shutter speed depends on the focal length of the lens in use. The shutter speed of 1/100 sec. is set automatically with a Pentax A lens. is 1...
  • Page 90 ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH 4.Metered Manual Mode • When using the built-in flash in the Metered Manual Mode, any combination of aperture and shutter speed slower than 1/100 can be set. In this mode, the exposure of the background can be controlled by the manual exposure while the flash properly exposes the foreground subject.
  • Page 91 2. Calculating the aperture according to the camera-to-subject distance Aperture = Guide Number ÷ Camera-to-subject distance If the calculated aperture value is different than an indicated f- stop, for instance f/3, choose the next smaller aperture value. (f/2.8 in this case).

  • Page 92: Compatibility Of F And Fa Lenses With The Built-In Flash

    ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH If an F or FA lens incompatible with the built-in flash is used, depressing the shutter release button halfway down when the flash is ready, ( ) blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as a warning.
  • Page 93 Lens Name FA Zoom 70-200mm f/4-5.6 FA* Zoom 80-200mm f/2.8 F or FA Zoom 80-200mm f/4.7-5.6 FA Zoom 80-320mm f/4.5-5.6 F or FA Zoom 100-300mm f/4.5-5.6 FA Zoom 100-300mm f/4.7-5.6 FA*Zoom 250-600mmf/5.6ED(IF) FA20mmf/2.8 FA24mmf/2AL(IF) FA28mmf/2.8 FA31mmf/1.8AL Limited FA35mmf/2AL FA43mmf/1.9 Limited FA50mmf/1.4,f/1.7 FA77mmf/1.8 FA*85mmf/1.4...

  • Page 94: Overview Of Flash Function

    OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTION CAMERA FUNCTION Red-eye reduction flash function Smart flash function operates After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash-sync speed. Automatic aperture setting in the Picture Mode or Shutter-Priority AE Mode Flash confirmation in the viewfinder TTL auto flash Slow-shutter sync flash AF illuminator...
  • Page 95 MEMO *1. When using the AF280T or AF400T with the flash confirmation OFF and TTL mode, the red-eye reduction function operates. *2. When using a type D flash (except AF200SA and AF201SA) in the MS (Manual Sync) or M (Manual) Mode or when using a Type E flash, set the camera exposure mode to the Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Metered Manual or Bulb timer Mode.

  • Page 96: Using Pentax Dedicated Auto Flash

    If the built-in flash is not powerful enough, a Pentax dedicated auto flash should be used. A Pentax dedicated TTL Auto Flash like the PENTAX AF FTZ or AF FT series flash unit (i.e.: AF500FTZ, AF330, AF280T or AF220T) incorporate the TTL Flash Mode.
  • Page 97 Using both the built-in flash and the external flash An external flash cannot be used when the built-in flash is in its popped up position. When the built-in flash and the external flash are used simultaneously, use the following optional accessories. Hot Shoe Adapter F 1.
  • Page 98 Multi-burst flash with the Pentax dedicated flash When discharging more than 2 Pentax dedicated flashes, make sure that they are of the same type, combine the type B with Type C or Type D with Type E. Refer to the overview of Flash Function on page 70.
  • Page 99 Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Photography Using the dedicated external flash in combination with the built-in flash allows twin flash photography (contrast-control-synch flash photography). This is based on the difference between the amounts of light discharged from two units. Contrast control synch flash is possible with the combination of following flash units: AF360FGZ, AF330FTZ, AF500FTZ and the built-in flash 1.

  • Page 100: Slow-Sped=Sync Shooting

    OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTION SLOW-SPEED-SYNC SHOOTING It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subject against a dimly light background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow-shutter-speed to expose the low light background. With the Night-scene Program Mode 1.
  • Page 101 MEMO • The slow-speed-sync can also be used with the Shutter-Priority AE Mode set. Confirm that the exposure is not appearing in the viewfinder. • In the slow-shutter-sync shooting, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake.

  • Page 103: Others

    OTHERS ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) ....XX TROUBLESHOOTING ..... . .XX PROGRAM LINES .

  • Page 104: Accessories (Optional)

    ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. AA-BATTERY PACK FG Battery grip powered by size –AA batteries and dedicated to MZ-60. MEMO Battery life ( Using 24-Exposure film rolls) General existing light photography Flash photography using flash 50% of...
  • Page 105 FLASH ACESSORIES AF360FGZ A TTL auto zoom flash unit with guide no. 36(ISO 100). It features include AF spot beam, slave-synch flash, multiple-flash, contrast-control-sync flash and leading /trailing curtain –synch mode. AF500 FTZ A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spot beam and large guide no.

  • Page 106: Viewfinder And Lens Accessories

    ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) Hot Shoe Adapter F, Extension Cord F5F and Off-Camera –shoe Adapter The adapters and cords, which allow the external flash to be used off the camera, while maintaining full electric coupling to the camera. VIEWFINDER AND LENS ACCESSORIES Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder.

  • Page 107: Notes On Accessories

    Notes on accessories The camera does not operate when a lens with the following conditions attached. 1. When a lens, which does not have the A, position on the aperture ring is attached. 2. When an F, FA or A lens is attached with the aperture ring set other than the A position.

  • Page 108: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms The shutter does not release Nothing is displayed on the LCD panel.
  • Page 109 Symptoms AE lock function do The Metered Manual Mode not operate. or Bulb Exposure Mode is being used. The subject is too close or Focus indicator difficult to autofocus. the viewfinder blinks. The built-in flash Low battery warning does not charge. the LCD panel blinking.

  • Page 110: Program Line

    PROGRAM LINE Standard program Mode / Night Scene Program Mode without Flash At ISO 100 with FA35 - 80mm f/4 - 5.6 lens 80mm 35mm [sec.] Portrait Program Mode 80mm 35mm [sec.] Landscape Program Mode 80mm 35mm [sec.] [EV] 1/30 1/125 1/500 1/2000 1/8000 At ISO with FA35 - 80mm f/4 - 5.6 lens...

  • Page 111: Close-Up Program Mode

    Action Program Mode 80mm 35mm [sec.] 1/30 1/125 1/500 Close-up Program Mode 80mm 35mm [sec.] 1/30 1/125 1/500 At ISO 100 with FA35 - 80mm f/4 - 5.6 lens [EV] 1/2000 1/8000 [ISO100] At ISO 100 with FA35 - 80mm f/4 - 5.6 lens [EV] 1/2000 1/8000...

  • Page 112: Specifications

    45sec.-32min. Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position. Body Mount Pentax KAF bayonet mount (K-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts) Compatible Lens Pentax KAF2-, KAF- and KA-mount lenses. Autofocus System TTL phase-matching autofocus system, AF operational brightness range: EV 0 to 18 (at ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens), Focus lock available...
  • Page 113 = 25 – 800), Automatic flash function, Red-eye reduction flash function Flash sync Hot shoe with X-contact which couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range = 25-800, Red-eye reduction flash function Power Source Two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 or equivalent)

  • Page 114: Warranty Policy

    Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, the manufacturer’s representatives in that country may charge regular...
  • Page 115 Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the...

  • Page 116: For Customers In Canada

    For customers in U.S.A. STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 118 Pentax GmbH (European Headquarters) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com Germany - http://www.pentax.de) Pentax U.K. Limited Pentax House, Heron drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. Pentax France S.A. 12/14, rue Jean Poulmarch, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE Pentax Benelux B.V. (for Netherlands) Spinveld 25, 4815 HR Breda, NETHERLANDS Pentax (Schweiz) AG Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND Pentax Scandinavia AB P.O.

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