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  • Page 1 SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

  • Page 2: Regarding Copyrights

    See page 113 for setting custom functions. Regarding copyrights Images taken using the w that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for display.

  • Page 3: For Your Safety

    • If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the batteries or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric shock. • During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter. Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

  • Page 4: Precautions For Battery Usage

    • Always confirm that the camera is working properly when the camera has not been used for a long time, or before important occasions (weddings, trips, etc.). PENTAX is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred for photography, lost profits, etc.) arising from failure of this product.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY...1 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE ...2 Handling the Camera...2 CONTENTS ...3 Contents of this manual ...7 Before using your camera Camera Characteristics ... 10 Checking Package Contents... 11 Names of Working Parts ... 12 Camera ...12 LCD Panel Indications ...14 LCD Monitor Indications ...15 Viewfinder Indications...17 Getting Started...
  • Page 6 Basic Operation Basic Operation (Shooting)... 38 Holding the Camera...38 Taking Pictures ...39 Basic Operation (Playback) ... 41 Playing Back Images ...41 Selecting Previous or Next Images...42 Shooting Functions Selecting the Drive Mode ... 44 Single-frame shooting...44 Consecutive Shooting...45 Self-Timer shooting...46 Remote Control Shooting ...49 Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level...
  • Page 7 EV Compensation ... 79 Using the Zoom Lens ... 81 Auto Bracketing ... 82 Multiple Exposure Shooting... 84 Using the Flash ... 86 Using the built-in flash ...86 Using an External Flash...93 Playback Functions Zoom Playback... 100 Nine-Image Display ... 101 Deleting Images ...
  • Page 8 Sensor Cleaning ...125 Resetting to Default Settings ...126 Custom Function Chart ... 127 List of City Names... 130 Connecting Connecting to a TV ... 132 Connecting to a PC ... 133 Appendix More Details about Capture Functions ... 136 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed...136 Calculating flash distance from the aperture used (using built-in flash)...139 Calculating aperture used from the flash distance...

  • Page 9: Contents Of This Manual

    Contents of this manual This operating manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before using your camera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts. 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 3 Basic Operation Explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images.

  • Page 10: Before Using Your Camera

    Before using your camera Camera Characteristics ...10 Checking Package Contents ...11 Names of Working Parts...12...

  • Page 11: Camera Characteristics

    This camera can be used with a variety of Pentax 35mm interchangeable lenses. While the size of the CCD is 23.5×15.7mm, the format size of the 35mm camera is 36×24mm.

  • Page 12: Checking Package Contents

    Strap O-ST10 SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. Operating manual PENTAX PHOTO Browser PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory Operating manual ME Viewfinder cap Video cable I-VC2 Lithium batteries CR-V3 (two)

  • Page 13: Names Of Working Parts

    Names of Working Parts Camera Shutter release button Flash mode button Drive mode button Green button Tv dial Lens mount index MENU button Delete button Strap lug INFO button Playback button Backup battery chamber cover Main switch Mode dial Lens unlock button Exposure compensation button AE lock button / Protect button...
  • Page 14 Built-in flash Flash pop-up button Metering mode select lever Cable release socket Terminal cover Hot shoe Diopter adjustment lever LCD panel Viewfinder LCD monitor Multiple exposure / Auto bracket button DPOF button PC / Video terminal DC input terminal Av dial Nine-image display / Zoom display dial Card cover...

  • Page 15: Lcd Panel Indications

    LCD Panel Indications Quality level (p.52) Recorded Pixels (p.51) Drive mode (p.44) Flash mode (p.86) Shutter speed (p.62) Sensitivity (p.54) Tv dial enabled (p.62) Av dial enabled (p.64) Aperture (p.64) Turn the main switch to | to see the LCD panel in the dark. The LCD panel will light up for about 10 seconds.

  • Page 16: Lcd Monitor Indications

    LCD Monitor Indications 1. Capture Mode Press the INFO button in capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor. Color space (p.128) Sensitivity (p.54) Quality level / Recorded pixels (p.51, 52) White Balance (p.55, 142) Custom Function (p.115) Focus mode (p.70) Information AF.S...
  • Page 17 2. Playback The camera switches between Normal Playback Screen → Histogram Display → Detailed Information Display every time you press the INFO button during playback. • Histogram Histogram Folder name / File name (p.124) Drive mode (p.44) Exposure compensation step (p.79) Auto bracket / Multiple exposure (p.82, 84)

  • Page 18: Viewfinder Indications

    Viewfinder Indications Focus points Spot metering frame Autofocus frame Shutter speed Flash status information Focus points indication Focus indicator The focus points are superimposed in red when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down. The superimpose function can be canceled using the custom function.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting Started Attaching the Strap ...20 Powering the Camera...21 Turning the Camera On and Off...26 Initial Settings...27 Attaching the Lens ...32 Installing / Removing the CF Card...34 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter...36...

  • Page 20: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure to the inside of the clasp. Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure to the inside of the clasp.

  • Page 21: Powering The Camera

    Powering the Camera Load batteries in the camera. Use two CR-V3, or use four AA lithium batteries, AA Ni-MH batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. Open the battery cover by pushing the battery cover unlock lever as shown in the illustration and slide the battery cover toward the lens before flipping it open.

  • Page 22: Batteries

    • AA lithium batteries, AA alkaline batteries and CR-V3 are not rechargeable. • Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries when the power switch is on. • Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. Otherwise, the battery may leak.

  • Page 23: Battery Level Indicator

    Battery level indicator You can confirm remaining battery life by checking the { displayed on the LCD panel. : Adequate power ↓ : Battery is running low ↓ : Battery is exhausted ↓ The camera turns off after displaying this [Battery Depleted] : message.

  • Page 24: Remove The Backup Battery

    (20°C) Approx.110 AA-Alkaline (0°C) Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Approx.60 • These figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions and may vary by capture mode or shooting conditions. • Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand, keeping them warm in your pocket.

  • Page 25: Using The Ac Adapter

    Using the AC Adapter We recommend using the AC adapter D-AC10 (optional) when using the LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC. Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the terminal cover. Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera.

  • Page 26: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off Turn the main switch to ON. The camera will turn on. Turn the main switch to OFF to turn off the camera. • Always turn the camera OFF when not in use. • Turn the main switch to | to illuminate the LCD panel for about 10 seconds. The depth of field can also be checked in the viewfinder by turning the main switch to | position.

  • Page 27: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the “Initial Setting” screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on.

  • Page 28: Setting The Home Town

    Setting the Home Town You can choose the city (Home Town) in which you will use the camera. Use the four-way controller (45) to select your applicable city (Home Town). Press the four-way controller (3). The screen for setting the [DST] will be displayed. •...

  • Page 29: Setting The Video Output Format

    Setting the Video Output Format You can choose the output format (NTSC or PAL) for playing back pictures using a TV monitor. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the video output format. The default setting is NTSC. Press the OK button. The screen for setting the [Date and Time] will be displayed.
  • Page 30 Use the four-way controller (23) to select 24h (24-hour display) or 12h (12-hour display). Press the four-way controller (5). 23 is displayed above and below the month. Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month. Press the four-way controller (5). 23 are displayed above and below the date.

  • Page 31: Press The Ok Button

    Press the OK button. The camera is ready to take a picture. When you set the date and time using the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen. Press the OK button again. Press the OK button to set the clock to 0 seconds when the clock reaches 00 second.

  • Page 32: Attaching The Lens

    Attaching the Lens Remove the body mount cover and the lens mount cover in the illustration. Align the red dots on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks. Turn the lens to the left to confirm that it is locked in place after attaching the lens.
  • Page 33 • The body mount cover is a cover for shipping purpose to prevent scratches and block dust. For long-term camera storage, the optional accessory “Body Mount Cap K” is available, and has a lock mechanism. • Turn the camera OFF before attaching or removing the lens to prevent unexpected lens movement.

  • Page 34: Installing / Removing The Cf Card

    Installing / Removing the CF Card Captured images are recorded on the compact flash (CF) card. Make sure the camera is turned off before installing or removing a CF card (market product). You can also use a Microdrive™ in addition to a CF card. Installing Push the card cover unlock lever in the direction indicated...

  • Page 35: Removing

    Removing Push the card cover unlock lever in the direction indicated to open the card cover. Press the card eject button to remove the CF card. Close the card cover. Card eject button...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Viewfinder Diopter

    Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Adjust the viewfinder to match your eyesight. Look through the viewfinder and point and camera at a well- lit scene. Then move the diopter adjustment lever left or right. Adjust the position until the autofocus frames and the focus points in the viewfinder are in clear focus.

  • Page 37: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Basic Operation (Shooting)...38 Basic Operation (Playback)...41...

  • Page 38: Basic Operation (Shooting)

    Basic Operation (Shooting) Holding the Camera How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures. • Hold the camera firmly with both hands. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture. Horizontal position • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object - a table, tree, or a wall for instance.

  • Page 39: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures Set the camera to green program AE mode. Set the mode dial to 7. (p.59) Set the focus mode to Autofocus. Set the focus mode lever to l. (p.70) Press the flash pop-up button to activate the flash. You do not need to pop-up the flash when you do not intend to use it.

  • Page 40: Operating The Shutter Release Button

    Adjust the focus and take a picture. Position the subject within the autofocus frame and press the shutter release button to take the picture (p.17). The flash fires automatically based on light conditions. Push the flash down by hand after you finish taking pictures.

  • Page 41: Basic Operation (Playback)

    Basic Operation (Playback) Playing Back Images You can play back the still pictures. Press the playback button (Q) after taking a picture. The most recently captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press the Playback button again, or press the shutter release button halfway to return to capture mode.

  • Page 42: Selecting Previous Or Next Images

    Selecting Previous or Next Images You can play back the still pictures, cycling through one at a time. Press the playback button (Q) after taking a picture. The captured image is displayed on the LCD monitor. Press the four-way controller (4 or 5).

  • Page 43: Shooting Functions

    Shooting Functions Selecting the Drive Mode...44 Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ...51 Setting the Sensitivity...54 Setting the White Balance ...55 Selecting the Metering Method ...57 Capture Modes ...59 Focusing ...70 EV Compensation...79 Using the Zoom Lens...81 Auto Bracketing...82 Multiple Exposure Shooting...84 Using the Flash...86...

  • Page 44: Selecting The Drive Mode

    Selecting the Drive Mode This camera has four drive modes. Set the mode dial to your desired capture mode before selecting the drive mode. (p.59) 9 Single-frame Consecutive shooting Self-timer shooting Remote control shooting The Self-timer shooting [ be reset to the Single-frame drive mode when the camera is turned OFF and then ON.

  • Page 45: Consecutive Shooting

    Consecutive Shooting Pictures can be taken consecutively while the shutter release button is held down. Press the drive mode button [g] until [j] appears on the LCD panel. Press the shutter release button halfway down to focus on the subject. Press the shutter release button completely.

  • Page 46: Self-Timer Shooting

    Self-Timer shooting Use the self-timer mode to include the photographer in the picture. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed. Mount the camera to a tripod. Press the drive mode button [g] until [g] appears on the LCD panel.
  • Page 47 Press the shutter release button halfway down to compose and focus on the subject by looking through the viewfinder. The focus indicator []] lights up when the subject is in focus. Press the shutter release button completely. The self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly and blinks rapidly two seconds before the shutter is released.
  • Page 48 Press the drive mode button [g] after the picture is taken. The drive mode returns to single-frame shooting from self-timer shooting. Press the drive mode button to cancel the self-timer operation before it is completed. Mirror lock up function When this function is set, the mirror stays up and the shutter is released about 2 seconds later when the shutter release button is pressed.

  • Page 49: Remote Control Shooting

    Remote Control Shooting The shutter can be released with the remote control unit (optional). The shutter will be released 3 seconds after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed. Mount the camera to a tripod. Press the drive mode button [g] until [h] appears on the LCD panel.
  • Page 50 • The camera automatically returns to single-frame drive mode after the remote control shooting mode is left unused for 5 minutes. • The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Please contact PENTAX service center to exchange the battery. (This will involve a fee.)

  • Page 51: Setting The Recorded Pixels And Quality Level

    Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Setting the Recorded Pixels You can select the number of recorded pixels from L (3008 × 2008), M (2400 × 1600) and S (1536 × 1024). The more pixels there are the larger the image size and file size.

  • Page 52: Setting The Quality Level

    Set the mode dial to your desired capture mode. The camera is ready to take a picture. • Pressing the green button while setting the recorded pixels will make the size revert to the default value (L). • You can set a custom function to set the recorded pixels for S to 1536 × 1024, 1152 ×...
  • Page 53 Select the mode dial to 8. Select the quality level with the b dial. Confirm the quality level on the LCD panel. Set the mode dial to your desired capture mode. The camera is ready to take a picture. Pressing the green button while setting the quality level will make the quality level revert to the default value (C(Best)).

  • Page 54: Setting The Sensitivity

    Setting the Sensitivity You can set the sensitivity to match the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set within a range of sensitivity equivalent to ISO 200 to 1600. Set the mode dial to o. Select the sensitivity with the Tv dial.

  • Page 55: Setting The White Balance

    Cloudy For taking pictures on cloudy days. For taking pictures under fluorescent light. Select the Fluorescent type of fluorescent light, from W white (4200°K)*, Light N neutral white (5000°K)*, and D daylight (6500°K)*. Tungsten Light For taking pictures under tungsten light bulbs.

  • Page 56: The Lcd Panel

    Confirm the white balance on the LCD panel. Set the mode dial to your desired capture mode. • See page142 for manual adjustment method. • Pressing the green button while setting the white balance will make the white balance revert to the default value (F).

  • Page 57: Selecting The Metering Method

    Selecting the Metering Method You can choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. Multi (16)-segment metering, center-weighted metering or spot metering mode can be selected in this camera. Using the Multi(16)-Segment Metering The scene in the viewfinder is metered in 16 different zones as shown in the illustration when using the multi-segment metering.

  • Page 58: Using The Center-Weighted Metering

    Using the Center-Weighted Metering Metering is weighted at the center of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by experience, instead of leaving it to the camera. The illustration shows that sensitivity increases as the pattern height increases (center).

  • Page 59: Capture Modes

    Capture Modes This camera has six capture modes available: green program AE mode, e (program) mode, b (shutter-priority) mode, c (aperture-priority) mode, a (manual) mode and p (bulb) mode. Using the Green Program AE mode Shutter speed and aperture are set automatically according to the program line, for taking pictures at the proper exposure.

  • Page 60: Using The P (Hyper Program) Mode

    Using the P (Hyper Program) mode Shutter speed and aperture are automatically set according to the program line for taking pictures at the proper exposure. You can also use the Tv dial and Av dial to change the shutter speed and aperture while keeping the proper exposure (Hyper program).
  • Page 61 Hyper Program • To change shutter speed The camera switches to shutter speed-priority AE when you turn the b dial in the e (Hyper Program) mode. • Shutter speed can be set to a value within the range appropriate for the aperture value.

  • Page 62: Using The Tv (Shutter-Priority) Mode

    Using the Tv (Shutter-priority) mode The appropriate aperture value is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure to match the brightness of the subject when the shutter speed is selected. This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a faster shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic image with a slower shutter speed.

  • Page 63: Exposure Warning

    • Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring. • The shutter speed is displayed on the LCD panel whenever the camera is on. • You can set a function to enable noise reduction processing when taking pictures at a slow shutter speed.

  • Page 64: Using The Av (Aperture-Priority) Mode

    Using the Av (Aperture-priority) mode The shutter speed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure to match the brightness of the subject when the aperture value is selected. This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field, or a portrait against a blurred background.
  • Page 65 • Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring. • The aperture is displayed on the LCD panel whenever the camera is on. • You can set a custom function to compensate the sensitivity automatically to obtain the proper exposure, when the conditions set are not providing proper...

  • Page 66: Using The M (Hyper Manual Exposure) Mode

    Using the M (Hyper manual exposure) mode This mode is a convenient for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination or taking intentionally under- exposed (darker) or over-exposed (brighter) photographs. Set the mode dial to M Press the green button Shutter speed and aperture are changed automatically to achieve the...
  • Page 67 How to read the viewfinder bar graph In a (Hyper manual exposure) mode, a bar graph appears in the viewfinder. If the 9 are at the center of the bar, it indicates correct exposure. If the 9 are on the negative end of the bar graph, it indicates under exposure.

  • Page 68: Using The B (Bulb) Mode

    Using the B (Bulb) mode This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. Set the mode dial to p. • Use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and use the optional Cable Switch CS-205 when using this mode.

  • Page 69: About The Ae-L (Ae Lock)

    About the AE-L (AE Lock) AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. Use this when the subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained. Press the AE lock button. The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at that instant.

  • Page 70: Focusing

    Focusing Autofocus The camera adjusts the focus automatically. There are two autofocus modes. When you press the shutter release button halfway, l (Single mode) locks the focus and k (Continuous mode) adjusts the focus continuously. (p.70, 71) Manual focus You can adjust the focus manually. (p.72) Selecting the focus point You can set the camera to automatically select the focus point, select a specified position or the center position within the viewfinder.

  • Page 71: Using The Af.c Autofocus (Continuous Mode)

    Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway down to focus on the subject. The focus indicator []] lights up in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus. (The subject is out of focus when it is blinking.) •...

  • Page 72: Manual Focus

    Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway down to focus on the subject. The focus indicator []] lights up in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus. (The subject is out of focus when it is blinking.) •...
  • Page 73 Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway and turn the focusing ring to adjust focus on the subject. The focus indicator []] lights up and you will hear a double beep when the subject comes into focus. •...

  • Page 74: Selecting The Focus Points

    Selecting the focus points There are 11 focus points in the autofocus frames. You can select the focus points to use depending on the scene you are shooting. Setting the focus point mode to AUTO The camera selects the optimum focus point position even if the subject is not centered.
  • Page 75 Look through the viewfinder and check where you want to focus. Use the four-way controller [2 3 4 5] to select the desired focus point. The selected focus point is superimposed in red in the viewfinder. Check the set focus point with the focus points indicator at the bottom of the viewfinder when you have trouble seeing the superimposed focus point because of the backlit or other conditions.

  • Page 76: Focus Lock

    Press the shutter release button halfway. Only the center is focused where the focus point is superimposed. Set the focus point select dial to 5 to cancel the selected focus point and return to automatic setting. Focus lock If the subject is beyond the range of the focus points area, the camera cannot automatically focus on the subject.
  • Page 77 Lock the focus. Keep the shutter release button pressed halfway. The focus will remain locked. Re-compose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway down and press the shutter release button fully to take the picture. • The focus is locked while the focus indicator []] is lit. •...

  • Page 78: Autofocus Illuminator

    Autofocus illuminator When the flash is up in l (single mode) where the subject in dark area, pressing the shutter release button halfway will automatically fire the built- in flash several times, enabling the autofocus to focus on the subject. Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects The autofocus mechanism is not all-powerful.

  • Page 79: Ev Compensation

    EV Compensation This allows you to deliberately over-expose (brighten) or under-expose (darken) your picture. The exposure compensation range is -3 EV to +3 EV in 0.5 EV or 0.3 EV steps. Turn the b dial to set the desired compensation value while holding down the Exposure compensation button.
  • Page 80 Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to green program AE mode, a (metered manual exposure) mode or p (bulb) mode.

  • Page 81: Using The Zoom Lens

    Using the Zoom Lens You can use the zoom lens to freely change the size of your chosen subject. Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture. Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle. •...

  • Page 82: Auto Bracketing

    Auto Bracketing You can capture three consecutive images at different exposures. The first frame is exposed with no compensation. The second frame is under- exposed and the third frame is over-exposed. You can set the negative or positive exposure compensation step to be 1/2EV (±0.5, ±1.0, ±1.5) or 1/3EV (±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0), using “Exposure setting steps”...
  • Page 83 Turn the Av dial to set the exposure compensation step while holding down the multiple exposure / auto bracket button. Hold down the shutter release button. Three consecutive pictures will be taken, the first with no compensation, the second with negative compensation, and the third with positive compensation.

  • Page 84: Multiple Exposure Shooting

    Multiple Exposure Shooting You can overlap multiple images to take one picture. For example, you can take composite pictures such as a night scene with a bright moon superimposed. Press the multiple exposure / auto bracket button until V] appears on the LCD panel. Turn the Tv dial to select V while holding down the multiple exposure / auto...
  • Page 85 Release the finger from the multiple exposure / auto bracket button and press the shutter release button to take the first image. The first image is captured, and is displayed on the LCD monitor for instant review. Press the shutter release button to take the superimposed image.

  • Page 86: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash Using the built-in flash When you use a flash in low light or backlit conditions, manually pop up the built-in flash before taking the picture. Vignetting may occur depending on the lens being used and the capture conditions.
  • Page 87 Push down on the portion in the illustration to retract the flash. Setting Flash Modes Press the flash mode button to select a flash mode. The flash mode on the LCD panel cycles as shown in the chart with each press of the button.

  • Page 88: Red-Eye Reduction

    • e (program) mode Automatic flash Red-eye reduction flash ON • b (Shutter priority) mode / c (Aperture priority) mode a (Manual exposure mode) / p (Bulb) mode Wireless high- speed sync mode Red-eye Reduction This camera has a red-eye reduction function, which reduces red-eye by discharging the flash twice.

  • Page 89: Flash Recommended Indicator

    About Red-eye Phenomenon Shooting portraits with a flash in a dark environment often results in eyes looking reddish in the photograph. This phenomenon, commonly known as “Red-Eye”, is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. It can be reduced by taking a picture in brighter light or by shooting with a wider-angle lens at a closer distance.

  • Page 90: Daylight-Sync Shooting

    Daylight-Sync Shooting In daylight conditions, the flash will eliminate the shadow when a portrait picture is taken with a person’s face cast in shadow. Daylight-sync shooting is the same as normal shooting with a flash. • Taking pictures 1 Press the flash pop-up button. 2 Confirm that the flash mode is set to Flash ON.

  • Page 91: Slow-Speed-Sync Mode

    Using the flash in each capture mode Using b (Shutter priority) Mode • When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to change the blur effect. • Any desired shutter speed 1/150 sec. or slower can be set for taking a flash photograph.
  • Page 92 Using b (Shutter priority) Mode 1 Set the exposure mode to b (shutter priority) mode. 2 Use the Tv dial to set the desired shutter speed. 3 Press the flash pop-up button to activate the built-in flash. 4 Take the picture. •...

  • Page 93: Using An External Flash

    Using an External Flash Using the optional external flash AF360FGZ enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL automatic flash mode, TTL auto-flash mode, high- speed flash sync mode, and wireless mode. Available functions differ by the external flash being used. See the chart below for details. CAMERA FUNCTION Red-eye reduction flash Automatic flash discharge...

  • Page 94: Using P-Ttl Auto Mode

    (When using FA J, FA, or F lenses) • Display the format size for w during the exposure metering timer of the camera is turned on when combining the AF360FGZ with the w.

  • Page 95: Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode

    Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode With the AF360FGZ, you can discharge the flash to take a picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/150 second. High-speed flash sync can be used with the flash attached to the camera, or as a wireless. Using High-speed flash sync on the camera 1 Remove the hot shoe cover and attach the flash unit.
  • Page 96 4 Press the flash pop-up button to enable using the built-in flash. 5 Press the flash mode button until • The b will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged). • The AF360FGZ can be attached directly to the camera hot shoe and wireless mode can still be used with one or more additional AF360FGZ flashes.

  • Page 97: Trailing-Shutter-Curtain Sync Flash

    Red-eye Reduction As with the built-in flash, red-eye reduction is available using an external flash. This may not be available on some flashes and it may have any restrictions for usage conditions may be required. See the chart given on p.93. Trailing-Shutter-Curtain Sync Flash When using the built-in flash with an external flash that has a trailing- shutter-curtain sync flash function, the external flash is set to the trailing-...

  • Page 98: Contrast-Control-Sync Flash

    “Hot Shoe Grip”, as a malfunction may occur. • The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/60 second in the Contrast- Control-Synch mode. • Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using the PENTAX dedicated automatic flashes.

  • Page 99: Playback Functions

    Playback Functions Zoom Playback ...100 Nine-Image Display ...101 Deleting Images...102 Printing Service Settings (DPOF) ...106...

  • Page 100: Zoom Playback

    Zoom Playback You can play back images magnified up to 12 times. Press the Playback button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image. Turn the Nine-image display / Zoom display dial clockwise. The image is magnified (1×~12×). You can move the zoom position with the four-way controller during zoom display.

  • Page 101: Nine-Image Display

    Nine-Image Display You can display nine images on the LCD monitor at the same time. Press the Playback button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image. Turn the Nine-image display / Zoom display dial counterclockwise. Up to nine small images will be displayed at once.

  • Page 102: Deleting Images

    Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image You can delete one image at a time. Press the Playback button and use the four-way controller (45) to select the image to delete. Press the Delete button to display the Delete screen. Select [Delete] with the four- way controller (2).

  • Page 103: Deleting All Images

    Deleting All Images You can erase all saved images at once. • Once deleted, images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. Press the Playback button. Press the Delete button to display the Delete screen. Select [All] with the four-way controller (45).

  • Page 104: Protecting Images From Deletion (Protect)

    Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images from being accidentally erased. Press the Playback button and use the four-way controller (45) to select the image to protect. Press the Protect button (Z) to display the Protect screen. Select [Protect] with the four- way controller (2).

  • Page 105: Protecting All Images

    Protecting All Images Press the Playback button. Press the Protect button (Z) to display the protect screen. Select [All] with the four-way controller (45). Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect] and press OK. The images are protected. Select [Unprotect] in step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of the images. Even protected images are deleted by formatting the CF card.

  • Page 106: Printing Service Settings (Dpof)

    Printing Service Settings (DPOF) You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the CF card with recorded images to a store for a printing service. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies or to imprint the date.

  • Page 107: Press The Four-Way Controller

    Press the four-way controller (45) to specify the number of copies and press the four-way controller (3). The cursor will move to “Date”. Press the four-way controller (45) to select O (on) or P (off) for the date. OThe date will be imprinted. P The date will not be imprinted.

  • Page 108: Settings For All Images

    Settings for All Images You can set printing service settings for all images. Press the Playback button. Press the DPOF button to display the DPOF screen. Press the four-way controller (45) to select [All] and press the four-way controller (3). The frame will move to “Number of Copies”.
  • Page 109 Press the OK button. Prints can be made according to the settings. • Settings for all images will cancel settings for single images. • The number of copies applies to all images when you specify the number of copies for all images. Before printing, always check that the number is correct.

  • Page 110: Settings

    Settings Setting Menu List ...112 How to Operate the Settings Menu...113 Camera Settings ...114 Custom Function Chart ...127 List of City Names ...130...

  • Page 111: Setting Menu List

    Setting Menu List Press the Menu button to display the settings menu on the LCD screen. Use the settings menu to set the basic functions of your camera. Item Format Custom Function Saturation Sharpness Contrast Instant Review Auto Power Off Beep Date Adjust World Time...

  • Page 112: How To Operate The Settings Menu

    How to Operate the Settings Menu How to Display the Menu Screen Turn the camera on and press the MENU button to display the menus on the LCD monitor. The previously used menu screen is displayed. Selecting menu items Use the four-way controller (2 3) to select the item and then use the four-way controller (4 5) to change the settings.

  • Page 113: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Formatting a CF card Formatting will delete all the data on the CF card. • Do not open the CF card cover while formatting a CF card. The card may be damaged beyond use. • Please note that formatting will delete protected images as well. Select [Format] on the Main menu.

  • Page 114: Setting The Custom Functions

    Setting the Custom Functions You can set camera functions and settings to match your preferences. Three different settings can be saved separately. See page 127 for detailed settings. Select [Custom Function] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (5) to display the Custom Function screen.
  • Page 115 Calling up saved functions Select [Custom Function] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (5) to display the Custom Functions screen. Press the four-way controller (45) to select the number for the custom function setting to call up. Press the OK button twice. This calls up the settings stored under the selected custom function number, and the camera returns to Capture or Playback mode.

  • Page 116: Setting The Color Saturation

    Setting the Color Saturation This sets the brightness of colors in the picture. Select [Saturation] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (45) to select from x (Normal), z (High), or y (Low). Press the OK button. The camera is ready for capture or playback. Setting the Image Sharpness You can make the image outlines sharp or soft.

  • Page 117: Setting The Contrast

    Setting the Contrast You can set the image contrast level. Select [Contrast] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (45) to select from x (Normal), z (High), or y (Low). Press the OK button. The camera is ready for capture or playback. Setting the Instant Review You can select the Instant Review display time from 1 sec, 3 sec, 5 sec, or OFF.

  • Page 118: Auto Power Off

    Auto Power Off You can set the camera to turn off automatically after a certain length of unused. Select [Auto Power Off] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (45) to change the time for turning the camera off. Select from 30 sec, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min, or OFF.

  • Page 119: Changing The Date Style And Date / Time

    Changing the Date Style and Date / Time You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the date display style. Choose from y/m/d, m/d/y, and d/m/y. Select [Date Adjust] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (5) to display the [Date and Time] settings screen.
  • Page 120 Press the four-way controller (45) to select DST O (on) or P (off), and press the four-way controller (3). To set home time W: Press the four-way controller (45) to select the Home time city, or turn DST on and off.

  • Page 121: Setting The Display Language

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language of the menus and error messages. Select [Language / Press the four-way controller (5) to display the [Language / settings screen. Press the four-way controller (23) to select your applicable language. You can choose the language from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Japanese.

  • Page 122: Selecting The Video Output Format

    Selecting the Video Output Format You can select the output format (NTSC or PAL) for playing back images on a TV monitor. Select [Video Out] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (45) to select [NTSC] or [PAL], to match your TV output format.

  • Page 123: Resetting The File Number

    Press the OK button twice. The camera is ready for capture or playback. Resetting the File Number You can set the File Number used for the images when inserting a new CF card. Select [File #] on the Main menu. Press the four-way controller (45) to switch between [Reset] and [Serial #].

  • Page 124: Setting The Slideshow

    Setting the Slideshow You can play back all recorded images on your CF card successively. To start continuous playback, use the menu screen displayed on the LCD monitor. Press the Playback button and use the four-way controller (45) to select the image to start the slideshow. Select [Slideshow] on the Main Menu and press the four- way controller (5) to display the [Slideshow] settings screen.

  • Page 125: Resetting To Default Settings

    Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Mirror Up]. Press the OK button. The mirror is locked in the up position. After cleaning the CCD, turn the camera off. Resetting to Default Settings This resets all settings other than Date / Time, Language / Date Style and World Time.

  • Page 126: Custom Function Chart

    0-+ (Default Setting) Bracketing Order Shutter On (Default Setting) Release w / o Explanation Sets Program line to Normal program. Sets Program line to High-speed priority program. Sets Program line to Depth-of-field priority program. Sets Program line to MTF priority program.
  • Page 127 12sec (Default Setting) Delay Time 2sec 3sec (Default Setting) Remote Control Delay 0sec Superimpose On (Default Setting) AF Area Use LCD w / Off (Default Setting) Video Output sRGB (Default Setting) Color Space Adobe RGB Reset Custom Reset / Cancel Function...
  • Page 128 Notes on setting “F stop other than A” When the “F stop other than A” in the custom functions is set to “On”, the shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of an attached lens is not set to the s position. However, the features will be restricted as shown in the table below.

  • Page 129: List Of City Names

    List of City Names Refer to following list of city and code names for setting the world time Region EUROPE Madrid London Paris Milano Rome Berlin Moscow AFRICA Johannesburg Cairo MIDDLE EAST Istanbul Jerusalem Jeddah Tehran Dubai Kabul ASIA Karachi Male Delhi Colombo...

  • Page 130: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting to a TV...132 Connecting to a PC ...133...

  • Page 131: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV By using the video cable (I-VC2), you can play back images using a TV or other equipment with a video IN jack as your monitor. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. Connect the video cable to the PC / Video terminal on the camera.

  • Page 132: Connecting To A Pc

    With your camera and PC connected with a USB cable (I-USB2), you can transfer images to your PC, and view images or develop RAW data using the PENTAX Photo Browser or PENTAX Photo Laboratory. See manuals for installing PENTAX Photo Browser and PENTAX Photo Laboratory and for viewing images and RAW data development.

  • Page 133: Appendix

    Appendix More Details about Capture Functions ...136 Optional Accessories...146 Cleaning the CCD ...149 Precautions Regarding Memory Cards ...151 Error Messages ...152 Troubleshooting ...153 Main Specifications...154 Glossary ...160 WARRANTY POLICY ...162...

  • Page 134: More Details About Capture Functions

    More Details about Capture Functions Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed Correct exposure of the subject is established by a combination of shutter speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a particular subject. Different shutter speed and aperture settings produce different effects.
  • Page 135 • Zoom lenses do not have a scale for depth of field because of their structure. • The depth of field for the w differs depending on the lens but, compared to when using a 35mm camera, the value is roughly one aperture setting lower (the focused range becomes narrower).

  • Page 136: How To Check Depth Of Field

    How to check depth of field When you focus on a portion of the subject, there is a range in which object closer and farther will also be in focus. This focused range is called the depth of field. If you use Preview, you can check the depth of field in the viewfinder before taking a picture.

  • Page 137: Calculating Flash Distance From The Aperture Used (Using Built-In Flash)

    Calculating flash distance from the aperture used (using built-in flash) Maximum flash distance= Guide Number ÷ Selected aperture Minimum flash distance= Maximum flash distance ÷ 5* (Note) The flash cannot be used when the distance is less than 0.7m. When the flash is used within 0.7m, it causes vignetting in the picture corners, light is distributed unevenly and the picture may be over-exposed.

  • Page 138: F, Fa And Fa J Lenses Compatibility With The Built-In Flash

    F, FA and FA J Lenses Compatibility with the Built-in Flash = compatible, Both are evaluated without a hood. Lens Name F Fisheye Zoom 17~28mm f/3.5~4.5 FA J zoom 18~35mm f4~5.6 AL FA Zoom 20~35mm f/4AL FA Zoom 24~90mm f/3.5~4.5AL (IF) FA Zoom 28~70mm f/4AL Zoom 28~70mm f/2.8AL FA J Zoom 28~80mm f/3.5~5.6...
  • Page 139 Lens Name FA20mm f/2.8 24mm f/2AL (IF) FA28mm f/2.8AL FA31mm f/1.8AL Limited FA35mm f/2AL FA43mm f/1.9 Limited FA50mm f/1.4 FA50mm f/1.7 FA77mm f/1.8 Limited 85mm f/1.4 (IF) FA135mm f/2.8 (IF) 200mm f/2.8ED (IF) 300mm f/2.8ED (IF) 300mm f/4.5ED (IF) 400mm f/5.6ED (IF) 600mm f/4ED (IF) FA Macro 50mm f/2.8 FA Macro 100mm f/2.8...

  • Page 140: Setting The White Balance Manually

    Setting the White Balance Manually You can set the white balance with the camera pointed toward a white object under the lighting to be used for taking pictures. The camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance provided in the camera (p.55).

  • Page 141: Shutter Release Button

    Hold down the manual white balance button and press the shutter release button. Set correctly: [OK] appears on the LCD monitor. Incorrectly set: [NG] appears on the LCD monitor. • No image is recorded when the shutter release button is pressed to register the white balance.

  • Page 142: Functions Available With Various Lens Combinations

    FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENS COMBINATIONS Lenses that can be used with this camera Only FA J lenses and FA/F/A lenses having an A position on the aperture ring can be used with this camera. Other lenses and FA/F/A lenses with aperture ring set to other than A position cannot be used because the shutter will not release.
  • Page 143 Lens names and mount names FA single focal length lenses (non-zoom lenses) and FA J and F lenses use the KAF mount. Of the FA zoom lenses, power zoom enabled lenses use the KAF2 mount. Lenses without power zoom use the KAF mount. See the lens manual for details.

  • Page 144: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Please contact our service center for details regarding accessories. Battery grip D-BG1 Usability is enhanced with the shutter release and AE lock buttons and Tv, Av dials for vertical positioning of the camera. Capacity remaining Batteries (Actual temperature)

  • Page 145: Flash Accessories

    Flash Accessories Auto Flash AF360FGZ An auto flash unit with maximum guide number 36 (ISO 100/m). Its features include AF spot beam, slave-sync flash, multiple-flash, high- speed sync, wireless flash, contrast-control-sync flash, and leading / trailing curtain-sync modes. Auto flash AF500FTZ A Zoom flash with a built-in AF spot beam and maximum guide number 50 (ISO 100/m).

  • Page 146: For Viewfinder

    For Viewfinder Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder. Ref-converter A An accessory that changes the viewfinder viewing angle at 90 intervals. The viewfinder magnification can be switched between 1× and 2×. Diopter correction lens adapter M This accessory adjusts the diopter.

  • Page 147: Cleaning The Ccd

    This indicates that the CCD must be cleaned. The CCD is a precision part. Please contact PENTAX service center. Turn the camera on and remove the lens. Set [Sensor Cleaning] on the Main menu to ON.
  • Page 148 • Do not use a spray type blower. • Do not clean the CCD when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode. • Always cap the lens mount area to prevent dirt and dust from accumulating on the CCD when no lens is on the camera. •...

  • Page 149: Precautions Regarding Memory Cards

    • The data on the CF card may be erased in the following circumstances. Pentax does not accept any liability for data that is erased. • When the CF card is mishandled by the user.

  • Page 150: Error Messages

    Error Messages Error Messages Memory full No image. Camera cannot display this image No card in camera Battery depleted Memory card error Card not formatted Cannot use card Image folder could not be created Settings not stored Could not save image Not enough battery remaining to clean sensor Battery level is low.

  • Page 151: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting We recommend to check the following items before contacting a service center. Symptoms The shutter does The lens aperture ring setting is not release. other than the s position. Nothing is displayed The main switch is OFF. on the LCD panel. The low battery warning } is blinking.

  • Page 152: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Type Effective Pixels Sensor Recorded Pixels Sensitivity File Format Quality Level Storage Medium Number of Shots Size / 3008 × 2008(L) Quality level Best Capacity Approx. 243 Approx. 473 Approx. 908 Approx.382 Approx.716 Approx.1350 Approx.908 Approx.1636 Approx.2832 Microdrive1GB Approx.255 Approx.495 Approx.956 Approx.400 Approx.754 Approx.1420 Approx.956 Approx.1721 Approx.2980 512MB Approx.119 Approx.232 Approx.452 Approx.185 Approx.354 Approx.676 Approx.452 Approx.812 Approx.1412 Microdrive...
  • Page 153 (step less), (2) Manual 1/4000-30 sec. (1/2 EV step or 1/3 EV step) (3) Bulb Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position. Pentax KAF bayonet mount (K-mount with AF coupler, lens Lens Mount information contacts) Compatible Lens...
  • Page 154 USB / Video terminal (PC communication USB1.1), external power supply terminal NTSC / PAL 129mm (W) × 94.5mm (H) × 60mm (D) (5.1”×3.7”×2.4”) 550g (19.4 oz) body only without batteries Hot shoe cover FK, Eyecup FL, ME viewfinder cap, Body...

  • Page 155: Specification For Remote Control (Optional)

    Specification for Remote Control (Optional) The operating distance of the remote control is approx. 5 m Remote Control from the front of the camera. Power source One 3V lithium battery (CR1620) Dimension 22mm(W) × 53mm(H) × 6.5mm(D) Weight...

  • Page 156: Program Lines

    Program lines Normal Program (FA J 18-35mm f4-5.6) [sec] High-speed priority program (FA J 18-35mm f4-5.6) [sec] 1/30 1/30 [EV] 1/8000 1/125 1/500 1/2000 [ISO200] [EV] 1/8000 1/125 1/500 1/2000 [ISO200]...
  • Page 157 Depth-of-field priority program (FA J 18-35mm f4-5.6) [sec] MTF priority program (FA J 18-35mm f4-5.6) [sec] 1/30 1/125 1/30 1/125 [EV] 1/8000 1/500 1/2000 [ISO200] [EV] 1/8000 1/500 1/2000 [ISO200]...

  • Page 158: Glossary

    Glossary CCD (Charge Coupled Device) Photography element which converts the light entering through the lens into electric signals. DCF (design rule for camera file system) An image file standard established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). DPOF (digital print order format) Rules for writing information onto a card with recorded images, regarding the specific images and number of copies to be printed.
  • Page 159 TIFF A format for saving image data in a non-compressed format. Image data using this format has a large file size and is not suited for attaching to e- mail, but is suited for processing on your PC. Color Temperature This numerically expresses the color of the light source illuminating the subject.

  • Page 160: Warranty Policy

    Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that...
  • Page 161 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 162 For customers in USA 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 163: 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: Model Number: w Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: Aug., 2003, Colorado Street, Suite 300...
  • Page 164 PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX France S.A.S. PENTAX Benelux B.V. PENTAX (Schweiz) AG PENTAX Scandinavia AB P.O. Box 650, 75127 Uppsala, SWEDEN PENTAX U.S.A., Inc PENTAX Canada Inc. • Printed on recycled paper • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.

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