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Ricoh pentax KP Operating Manual

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SLR Digital Camera
Operating Manual
Getting Started
To ensure the best performance from your
camera, please read the Operating Manual
before using the camera.
Introduction
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Shooting
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Playback
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Sharing
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Settings
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  • Page 1 Introduction Getting Started SLR Digital Camera Shooting Playback Operating Manual Sharing Settings Appendix To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
  • Page 2 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 3 About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Warning • 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 attention immediately. Caution • Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an explosion or fire.
  • Page 4 Memo...
  • Page 5 Introducing the KP Getting Started Taking Pictures Playback Functions Sharing Images Changing the Settings Appendix...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    How to Use This Manual Introducing the KP Taking Pictures ........p.9 ........p.48 Gives you an overview of the KP. Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works Read this and get to know your KP! properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures! ...
  • Page 7 Playback Functions Appendix ......p.81 ............p.115 Explains various operations for playing back and Provides other resources to get the most from your editing images.  Playback Mode Palette Items .....p.81  Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions .............p.115  Changing the Playback Method ....p.82 ...
  • Page 8 Contents How to Use This Manual ......4 Setting the Date and Time ........... 43 Setting the LCD Display ..........43 Formatting a Memory Card .......... 44 Introducing the KP ........9 Basic Shooting Operation ......... 44 Checking the Contents of the Package ....9 Shooting with the Viewfinder ........
  • Page 9 Multi-exposure ............. 69 Operating the Camera with a Communication Interval Shooting ............70 Device ................94 Setting the White Balance ......... 72 Changing the Settings ......102 Adjusting the White Balance Manually ......73 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Camera Settings ..........102 Temperature ..............
  • Page 10 Thank you for your cooperation. copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also. http://www.ricoh-imaging.com/registration/...

  • Page 11: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover F Eyecup F Body mount cap K II Triangular ring and protective (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) cover (Installed on camera) Battery grip terminal cover Grip S O-GP167 Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger (Installed on camera)

  • Page 12: Names And Functions Of The Working Parts

    Names and Functions of the Working Parts Microphones AF assist light/ Self-timer lamp Strap lug Microphone/cable release terminal Grip mounting screw DC input terminal Lens mount index Mirror Lens unlock button Hot shoe Lens information contacts Image plane indicator Built-in flash AF coupler Speaker Diopter adjustment lever...

  • Page 13: Operating Controls

    1 Function dial Operating Controls Selects the function to change its settings with the setting dial. (Smart Function, p.21) You can assign functions to C1, C2, and C3. (p.105) 2 Setting dial Changes the settings for the function selected with the function dial.
  • Page 14 c Electronic Level/Delete/Fx2 button (h/L/Y) j OK button (E) Turns the Electronic Level display for the viewfinder and When a menu or the control panel is displayed, press this Live View on or off. (p.20) button to confirm the selected item. In playback mode, press to delete images.

  • Page 15: Display Indicators

    t Memo Display Indicators • You can set the display color of the status screen, control panel, and menu cursor in “Initial Settings” (p.42). Monitor Capture Mode With this camera, you can take pictures while looking through the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor. When using the viewfinder, you can take pictures while checking the status screen displayed on the monitor and looking through the viewfinder.
  • Page 16 20 Flash Mode (p.57)/ 28 File Format (p.48) Standby Mode 29 Memory card Wireless mode channel (p.120) 30 Number of recordable The settings for shooting are displayed. 21 Focusing area (AF point) still pictures/Movie Status Screen (p.60) recordable time 22 Drive Mode (p.64)/ 31 Operation guide 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 32 Temperature warning...
  • Page 17 28 Framerate (p.48) 32 AF Assist Light (p.24) Control Panel 29 Recording Sound Level 33 Current date and time (p.53) 34 Destination (p.114) The following functions are displayed with the default setting. 30 External Input Devices 35 Operation guide for the A mode (p.53) control panel...
  • Page 18 When shooting with Live View Shooting Info Display Standard The Live View image and the settings for You can change the type of Information shooting with Live View are displayed. information displayed in standby Display (p.14) 102400 102400 mode by pressing G while the Status Screen Status Screen Electronic...
  • Page 19 Detailed Information Display Playback Mode The captured image and shooting information are displayed in Still pictures single image display of the playback mode. 100-0001 100-0001 Press G to change the type of information displayed in ±0 ±0 single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E. +1.0 +1.0 ±0 ±0...
  • Page 20 20 HDR Capture (p.77)/ 33 JPEG Recorded Pixels Histogram Display Pixel Shift Resolution (p.48)/Movie Recorded (p.78) Pixels (p.48) Use AB to switch between the brightness histogram and RGB 21 Clarity (p.78) 34 JPEG Quality (p.48) histogram. 22 Skin Tone (p.78) 35 Color Space (p.48) Brightness histogram 23 Distortion Correction...

  • Page 21: Viewfinder

    14 Multi-exposure (p.69) 18 EV Compensation Viewfinder 15 AE Metering (p.57) (p.56)/Bracketing (p.66) 16 Shake Reduction 19 File Format (p.48) When shooting with the viewfinder, information appears in the 17 Flash Exposure viewfinder. Compensation (p.57) t Memo • The information is displayed in the viewfinder when 0 is pressed halfway, or during the meter operating time (default setting: 10 sec.).

  • Page 22: How To Change Function Settings

    Electronic Level How to Change Function Settings You can check whether the camera is tilted by displaying electronic levels. Using the Direct Keys The electronic level for the horizontal camera angle can be displayed in the viewfinder, and the electronic levels Press ABCD in standby mode.

  • Page 23: Using The Smart Function

    Using the Smart Function Using the Control Panel You can easily change settings with Press G in standby mode. two dials: the function dial and the Use ABCD to select an item. setting dial. Use the function dial (1) to select the desired function, and 99999 99999 HDR Capture...
  • Page 24 Customizing the Control Panel The functions displayed on the control panel can be customized. Some functions in the A, C, and D menus can be saved as control panel items. Refer to “Menu List” (p.24) for details on the functions that can be saved. Press G in standby mode.

  • Page 25: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Most functions are set from the menus. Use Q to change the menu category. Custom Image Custom Image AF with Viewfinder AF with Viewfinder AF with Live View AF with Live View Use AB to select an item. AF Assist Light AF Assist Light AE Metering...

  • Page 26: Menu List

    Menu List Rec. Mode Menus Item Function Default Setting Page Sets the image finishing tone such as color and contrast *1 *2 Custom Image Bright p.74 before shooting an image. *1 *2 AF Mode Selects the autofocus mode for shooting with the viewfinder. p.60 Selects the area to adjust the focus for shooting with the Auto...
  • Page 27 Item Function Default Setting Page *1 *2 Program Line Selects the Program Line setting. Std. p.50 Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode dial Exposure Mode is set to one of the modes from O to 5. Exposure p.109 Mode Selects the Program Line setting when the mode dial is set to Program Line...
  • Page 28 Item Function Default Setting Page Applies a low-pass filter effect using the Shake Reduction *1 *2 AA Filter Simulator p.79 mechanism. Activates the Shake Reduction function. – Shake Reduction Horizon Correction Corrects horizontal tilt when in A mode. – Allows you to adjust the composition of your image using the Composition Adjust.
  • Page 29 Item Function Default Setting Page Displays operation guides on the status screen and Live Guide Display p.45 Other View screen when the buttons and dials are operated. Display Sets the display color of the status screen, control panel, and Settings Display Color p.43 menu cursor.
  • Page 30 Item Function Default Setting Page Skin Tone Digital Filter HDR Capture Pixel Shift Resolution Composition Adjust. Shooting Info Determines which settings to save when the power is turned Display Memory p.110 off. Playback Info Display Outdoor View Setting Night Vision LCD Display Operation Control Lock...

  • Page 31: Movie Menus

    Movie Menus Item Function Default Setting Page Sets the image finishing tone such as color and contrast *1 *2 Custom Image Bright p.74 before shooting a movie. *1 *2 AF Mode Selects the autofocus mode for movie recording. p.62 Multiple AF *1 *2 AF with AF Active Area...
  • Page 32 Item Function Default Setting Page AF/AE-L Button Sets the function for when f is pressed. Enable AF1 p.102 –, –, – I, –, GLINE Button Sets the Q / R / M operation for each exposure mode. –, J, GLINE E-Dial Customi- Program-...

  • Page 33: Playback Menu

    Playback 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. Slideshow p.84 Starts a slideshow again from the beginning after the last Repeat Playback image is displayed.

  • Page 34: Set-Up Menus

    Set-up Menus Item Function Default Setting Page Language/W Changes the display language. p.42 English Date Adjustment Sets the date and time and the display format. p.43 01/01/2017 Switches between the date and time display of your World Time Hometown p.114 hometown city and that of a specified city.
  • Page 35 Item Function Default Setting Page Wi-Fi Activates the Wi-Fi™ function. p.94 GPS Time Sync Automatically adjusts the date and time settings. GPS/E- p.121 Compass Calibration Performs a calibration of direction information. – Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to a USB Connection p.92 computer with a commercially available USB cable.

  • Page 36: Custom Setting Menus

    Custom Setting Menus Item Function Default Setting Page 1 EV Steps Sets the adjustment steps for the exposure. 1/3 EV Steps p.50 2 Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for the ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step p.54 3 Meter Operating Time Sets the meter operating time.
  • Page 37 Item Function Default Setting Page Auto White 15 WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting when using a flash. p.72 Balance Sets the adjustment steps for the Color Temperature option 16 Color Temperature Steps Kelvin p.73 of the white balance. Temporarily disables specific functions or operations of 17 Enable/Disable Control Type1...

  • Page 38: Attaching The Strap

    Using the Optional Grip Attaching the Strap The Grip S O-GP167 is installed on the camera. To replace it with Pass the end of the strap the optional Grip M O-GP1671 or through the triangular ring. Grip L O-GP1672, fully loosen the grip mounting screw using the hex wrench supplied with the optional grip, and remove the grip.

  • Page 39: Attaching A Lens

    u Caution Attaching a Lens • When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust. • Keep the body mount cap attached on the camera when a Make sure that the camera is turned off. lens is not attached.

  • Page 40: Using The Battery And Charger

    u Caution Using the Battery and Charger • Do not use the battery charger D-BC109 to charge batteries other than the battery D-LI109. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating. Use the battery D-LI109 and battery charger D-BC109 • Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases: exclusively developed for this camera.

  • Page 41: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    Inserting/Removing the Battery Close the battery cover. u Caution • Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may not be removed. • Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting. t Memo •...

  • Page 42: Inserting A Memory Card

    Using the AC Adapter Inserting a Memory Card We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC167 The following memory cards can be used with this camera. when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the •...

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Angle Of The Monitor

    u Caution Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor • Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp (orange) is lit. • If the memory card cover is opened while the power is on, the You can adjust the monitor angle in vertical direction. camera turns off.

  • Page 44: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time), and use CD to select Y or Z. Turn the camera on and make the initial settings. Press E. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. Turning the Camera On Press B to select [Text Size] and press D.

  • Page 45: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Setting the LCD Display Press D, and use AB to Use CD to select a color. Date Adjustment Date Adjustment LCD Display LCD Display select the date format. Select the display color of the Display Color Display Color Date Format Date Format...

  • Page 46: Basic Shooting Operation

    Formatting a Memory Card Basic Shooting Operation Press F. Take pictures in R (Scene Analyze Auto) mode in which The A1 menu appears. the camera analyzes shooting conditions and automatically sets the optimal shooting settings. Use Q or R to display the D4 menu. Shooting with the Viewfinder Use AB to select [Format] and press D.
  • Page 47 Set the mode dial to R Position the subject inside while pressing the mode the AF frame and press dial lock button. 0 halfway. The focus indicator (P) appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus. y Sound Effects settings Focus indicator (p.32)

  • Page 48: Shooting While Viewing The Live View Image

    Shooting while Viewing the Live View Image How to Use a Retractable Lens If the camera is turned on when a retractable lens, such as smc Set the A/K/C switch to PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 K in Step 3 of “Shooting DC WR RE, is attached and is not with the Viewfinder”...

  • Page 49: Reviewing Images

    Available operations Reviewing Images C/Q to the left Displays the previous image. D/Q to the right Displays the next image. You can review the captured image on the monitor. Deletes the image. R to the right Magnifies the image (up to Press 3.

  • Page 50: Configuring The Capture Settings

    Configuring the Capture Settings Taking Still Pictures Select the capture mode that suits the subject and shooting conditions. Image Capture Settings The following capture modes are available on this camera. Set the file format for still pictures in [Image Capture Settings] of Capture Mode Function Page...

  • Page 51: Shooting In Exposure Modes

    Shooting in Exposure Modes Set the mode dial to the desired exposure mode. Q or R appears on the × x: Available #: Restricted : Not available status screen for the value that Change Change can be changed. Change Mode Shutter Aperture Compen-...
  • Page 52 t Memo Reducing Noise when Shooting with a • The settings for the exposure can be specified in increments Slow Shutter Speed of 1/3 EV steps. In [1 EV Steps] of the E1 menu, you can change the adjustment steps to 1/2 EV steps. When shooting with a slow shutter speed, you can reduce •...
  • Page 53 Bulb Exposure Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) When [Preview] is assigned to X, Y, or Z, you can Set the mode dial to M. check the depth of field before taking pictures. (p.104) Use R to set the Locking the Exposure aperture value.

  • Page 54: Recording Movies

    Using the Electronic Shutter Recording Movies A mechanical shutter has front and rear shutter curtains, which make noise and vibrate the camera when opening and closing Set the A/K/C switch to to produce the exposure. Use of an electronic shutter can reduce noise and vibrations during exposure, and furthermore, enables shooting with faster shutter speeds than a mechanical shutter.
  • Page 55 Using a Microphone or Cable Release Press 0 fully again. You can connect a commercially Movie recording stops. Microphone/cable release terminal available stereo microphone to u Caution the microphone/cable release • When recording a movie with sound, camera operation terminal on the camera. Using an sounds are also recorded.

  • Page 56: 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 A in standby mode. The sensitivity setting screen appears. 10'30" 10'30" In H, K, L, or M mode, proceed to Step3. Available operations Use AB to select [ISO F5.6...
  • Page 57 Reducing Noise when Shooting with a Changing the Sensitivity in Standby mode High ISO Sensitivity When [Sensitivity] is assigned to X, Y, or Z, you can change 1/ 1/ You can use the Noise Reduction feature when shooting with a 3200 3200 the sensitivity by turning R...

  • Page 58: Ev Compensation

    EV Compensation Use AB to select a High-ISO NR High-ISO NR sensitivity and CD to The compensation value can be set between -5 and +5 EV (-2 select a Noise Reduction and +2 EV in C mode). 1600 1600 level. 3200 3200 6400...

  • Page 59: Using The Built-In Flash

    AE Metering A1/C1 Using the Built-in Flash Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining the exposure in [AE Metering] of the A1 and Press C in standby mode. C1 menus. Select a flash mode. Flash On Flash On Meters the brightness in multiple...
  • Page 60 Available operations • The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from approx. 0.7 m to 5 m. Vignetting may occur when used at a Compensates the flash exposure. distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly Selects the amount of flash discharge (when depending on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting).

  • Page 61: Setting The Focus Method

    Setting the Autofocus when Shooting Setting the Focus Method with the Viewfinder Set the focus method using the v/ The autofocus operation when w switch. AF with Viewfinder AF with Viewfinder shooting with the viewfinder can be AF Mode AF Mode AF Active Area AF Active Area set in [AF with Viewfinder] of the A1...
  • Page 62 AF Mode AF Active Area (AF Point) Turn Q while pressing Turn R while pressing 1600 1600 99999 99999 Out of the 27 AF points, the camera Auto (27 AF automatically selects the optimum Points) focusing area. 1600 1600 Out of the selected 9 AF points, the I Zone Select camera automatically selects the optimum focusing area.

  • Page 63: Setting The Autofocus When Shooting With Live View

    Setting the Autofocus when Select the desired AF A1/C1 Shooting with Live View point. 1600 1600 The autofocus operation when shooting with Live View can be set in [AF with Live View] of the A1 and C1 menus. 99999 99999 AF with Live View AF with Live View AF with Live View...
  • Page 64 [AF Mode] available. For more information on the firmware update, visit h Select Sets the focusing area by the pixel. http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/ Sets the focusing area to a limited area i Spot download_digital.html at the center.

  • Page 65: Af Fine Adjustment

    AF Fine Adjustment Select the AF area. Use the frame that appears on You can precisely fine-tune your lenses with the camera’s the monitor to change the autofocus system. position and size of the AF area. Select [23 AF Fine Adjustment] in the E4 menu and press D.

  • Page 66: Setting The Drive Mode

    t Memo Setting the Drive Mode • The Drive Mode setting is saved even after the power is turned off. If [Drive Mode] is set to Y (Off) in [Memory] of the A5 menu, the setting returns to [Single Frame Shooting] Press D in standby mode.

  • Page 67: Continuous Shooting

    Continuous Shooting Self-timer Select Z on the Drive Select O on the Drive Continuous Shooting (H) Continuous Shooting (H) Self-timer (12 sec.) Self-timer (12 sec.) Mode screen and press B. Mode screen and press B. Cancel Cancel Cancel Cancel Use CD to select Z, a, or b, and press E. Use CD to select O, P, or Y.

  • Page 68: Bracketing

    Bracketing Press E. The camera returns to standby mode. You can take multiple images at different exposure levels. Shoot. Select T on the Drive Bracketing Bracketing After pictures are taken, the camera returns to standby Mode screen and press B. mode.

  • Page 69: Depth Of Field Bracketing

    Depth of Field Bracketing Use R to set the bracketing order and bracket value. You can take three consecutive images at different aperture values without changing the exposure. Available operations This function is only available in J mode. R to the right Takes pictures using smaller apertures (larger f-numbers) Select x on the Drive...

  • Page 70: Motion Bracketing

    Motion Bracketing Use R to set the bracketing order and bracket value. You can take three consecutive images at different shutter speeds without changing the exposure. Available operations This function is only available in I mode. R to the right Takes pictures using faster shutter speeds than the current Select u on the Drive...

  • Page 71: Mirror Lock-Up Shooting

    Mirror Lock-up Shooting Multi-exposure Select c on the Drive Select V on the Drive Mirror Lock-up Shooting Mirror Lock-up Shooting Multi-exposure Multi-exposure Mode screen and press Mode screen and press B. Composite Mode Composite Mode Average Average The camera returns to standby Number of Shots Number of Shots 0002...

  • Page 72: Interval Shooting

    Interval Shooting Shoot. The Instant Review image is displayed. Select q on the Drive Interval Shooting Interval Shooting Available operations during Instant Review Mode screen and press B. Discards pictures taken up to that point and 00 : 00´02˝ 00 : 00´02˝ Interval Interval takes pictures again from the first picture.
  • Page 73 t Memo Select from z, u, or t (only for Recorded Pixels • For q and U, a new folder is created and the captured V and w). images are saved there. Interval Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours. •...

  • Page 74: Setting The White Balance

    Setting the White Balance Press G. Auto White Balance Auto White Balance The fine-tuning screen appears. Press B in standby mode. A2 A2 The White Balance setting screen appears. Press X to use Digital Preview when shooting with the ±0 ±0 Cancel Cancel viewfinder.

  • Page 75: 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. You can specify the white balance with the color temperature. Select o in Step 2 of “Setting the White Balance”...

  • Page 76: Controlling The Image Finishing Tone

    Controlling the Image Finishing Tone Set the parameters. Saturation Saturation When you want to take pictures with a slightly different style, you can set the desired picture style before shooting. Try out the various settings, and find your best picture style. Cancel Cancel Reset...

  • Page 77: Digital Filter

    Digital Filter Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a A3/C2 Captured Image Select [Digital Filter] in the A3 or C2 menu and When [Cross Processing] is set to [Random], the outcome press D. varies each time a picture is taken. If a cross processed image The Digital Filter setting screen appears.

  • Page 78: Correcting Images

    Set the parameters. Correcting Images Extracted Color 1 Extracted Color 1 Brightness Adjustment Cancel Cancel Check Check Available operations Highlight Correction A2/C2 Selects a parameter. Shadow Correction Adjusts the value. Expands the dynamic range and D-Range Settings D-Range Settings enables a wider range of tones to be Highlight Correction Highlight Correction Press E.

  • Page 79: Lens Correction

    Lens Correction HDR Capture Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure The following features can be set in Lens Correction Lens Correction levels to create a single composite image with them. [Lens Correction] of the A4 menu. Distortion Correction Distortion Correction Peripheral Illumin.

  • Page 80: Quality Level And Texture Adjustment

    Quality Level and Texture Adjustment Shooting High-Definition Images Pixel Shift Resolution is the feature that enables outputting a high- definition image of stationary objects by merging multiple images Adjusting the Texture shifted pixel by pixel using the Shake Reduction mechanism. The texture and surface details of an Select [Pixel Shift Resolution] in the A3 menu image can be adjusted in the range of...
  • Page 81 t Memo Reducing Color Moiré • When taking pictures with Pixel Shift Resolution, use a tripod and mount the camera on it securely. The use of Pixel Shift By shaking the Shake Reduction unit, a moiré reduction effect Resolution in combination with Self-timer or Mirror Lock-up simulating that of a low-pass filter can be achieved.

  • Page 82: Composition Adjustment

    t Memo Composition Adjustment • When [Grid Display] is set to [On] in [Live View] of the A5 menu, grid lines are displayed on the screen of Step 4. By using the Shake Reduction mechanism, the composition of • The adjusted composition is saved even if Live View is ended the image can be adjusted.

  • Page 83: Playback Functions

    Item Function Page Playback Mode Palette Items Divides a movie or deletes l Movie Edit p.89 unwanted segments. Playback functions can be set from Image Rotation Image Rotation Not available when a TIFF image or movie is displayed. the playback mode palette as well as Not available when a RAW image or TIFF image is displayed.

  • Page 84: Changing The Playback Method

    Deleting Selected Images Changing the Playback Method Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.82). Displaying Multiple Images Select the images to 001/500 001/500 100-0505 100-0505 You can display 6, 12, 20, 35, or 80 thumbnail images at the delete.

  • Page 85: Displaying Images By Folder

    Displaying Images by Folder Displaying Images by Shooting Date Images are grouped and displayed by shooting date. Turn R to the left in Step 100_0707 100_0707 1 of “Displaying Multiple Press G in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.82). Images”...

  • Page 86: Playing Back Images Continuously

    Playing Back Images Continuously Displaying Rotated Images Image rotation information is saved when you take pictures with Select [Slideshow] in the the camera held vertically. When [Auto Image Rotation] of [LCD playback mode palette. Start Start Display] in the B1 menu is set to Z (On), the image is A slideshow starts.

  • Page 87: Connecting The Camera To An Av Device

    u Caution Connecting the Camera to an AV Device • While the camera is connected to an AV device, nothing is displayed on the camera monitor. Also, you cannot adjust the Connect to an AV device, such as a TV, equipped with an sound volume on the camera.

  • Page 88: Editing And Processing Images

    Cropping Out Part of the Image Editing and Processing Images Crops out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new file. Changing the Image Size Display the image to edit in single image u Caution display.

  • Page 89: Correcting Color Moiré

    Correcting Color Moiré Processing Images with Digital Filters Reduces color moiré in images. Display the image to edit in single image display. Display the image to edit in single image display. Select [Digital Filter] in the playback mode palette. Select [Color Moiré Correction] in the playback The screen to select a filter appears.

  • Page 90: Recreating Filter Effects

    Recreating Filter Effects Set the parameters. Brightness Brightness Retrieves the filter effects of the selected image and applies the same filter effects to other images. Display a filter-processed image in single image Cancel Cancel display. Available operations Select [Digital Filter] in the playback mode Selects a parameter.

  • Page 91: Editing Movies

    Editing Movies Use CD to move the selection frame and press Display the movie to edit in single image 00 ' 05" 00 ' 05" 10 ' 00" 10 ' 00" display. The segments to delete are specified. (Multiple segments Select segments for deletion Select segments for deletion Select [Movie Edit] in the playback mode palette.

  • Page 92: Developing Raw Images

    Developing RAW Images Select the setting item to 100-0001 100-0001 White Balance White Balance change. You can develop RAW images into JPEG or TIFF images, and save them as new files. Select [RAW Development] in the playback Check Check mode palette. The screen for selecting the processing type appears.
  • Page 93 u Caution • Only RAW images captured with this camera can be developed. • For RAW images captured when the drive mode is set to [Multi-exposure] or [Interval Composite], the images are developed with the Lens Correction settings used during shooting.

  • Page 94: Using The Camera With A Computer

    Copying an Image on the Memory Card Using the Camera with a Computer Set [USB Connection] to [MSC] in the D3 menu. Connect the camera to a computer using a USB cable. Turn the camera off. Make sure to have a commercially available USB cable equipped with a micro B terminal.

  • Page 95: Using The Camera With A Communication Device

    • Even after the Wi-Fi™ function is enabled, it returns to an [Operation]” available at the following site. inactive state when the camera is turned off and on again. http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/ • Auto Power Off is not available while a Wi-Fi™ connection is established or images are being transferred. If Auto Power download_manual.html...

  • Page 96: Operating The Camera With A Communication Device

    Operating the Camera with a Setting from the Menus Communication Device Select [Wi-Fi] in the D3 menu and press D. The following functions can be used by connecting the camera The [Wi-Fi] screen appears. to a communication device via Wi-Fi™ and using the dedicated application “Image Sync”.
  • Page 97 Start Image Sync on the communication device. The camera selection screen appears on the communication device. t Memo Tap [PENTAX KP]. • Refer to [Communication Info] in [Wi-Fi] of the D3 menu for The [Choose a Network] screen the default password. (p.94) appears on the communication device.
  • Page 98 When an iOS Device is Used Screens of Image Sync Set the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi™) function to ON on Flick left or right on the screen to switch operation modes. the communication device. Application image list Camera image list Tap [PENTAX_xxxxxx] in the list of detected Wi-Fi™...
  • Page 99 Shooting with a Communication Device Set up the basic settings on the camera. The Live View image of the camera and buttons for shooting are Check the Live View image displayed on the shooting screen of Image Sync. on the shooting screen of Image Sync.
  • Page 100 Tap an item and select a value Viewing Images from the list. You can view the images saved either in the camera or in the communication device. When the focus method is set to v, tap the position where you want to perform autofocus in the Live View image.
  • Page 101 Selecting the Image Storage Location Selecting Multiple Images When viewing images in application image list display, you can Tap 5. select the image storage location (album) from “Application” or “Gallery” (or “Camera Roll”). Tap 4. Tap the images to select. Blue check marks appear.

  • Page 102: Changing The Settings

    Changing the Settings Select the desired action. Tap 6. t Memo • When you touch and hold the desired image on the image list The [Settings] screen appears. display screen or the shooting information display screen, the same screen as Step 4 appears and the desired action can be selected.
  • Page 103 Device Information Tap [General Settings] to change the communication settings and the display language. Tap the setting item to change. Language Communication Settings The password and wireless channel can be changed. Change the settings and tap 1.

  • Page 104: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Press D and use AB to select the function to assign to each part. Setting Function Page Customizing the Button/E-dial Sets the exposure A5/C2 Functions compensation value Compen- p.56 (assigned to Z by sation default). Setting the Button Operation Sensitivity Sets the ISO sensitivity.
  • Page 105 Setting Function Page Setting the One Push File Format Autofocus is performed Enable AF1 You can temporarily change the file format by pressing the when f is pressed. button during shooting. By default, [One Push File Format] is Autofocus is performed assigned to X.
  • Page 106 t Memo Setting the Preview • Optical Preview is always used in the following situations regardless of the setting. You can display the preview image by pressing the button • When the drive mode is set to [Mirror Lock-up Shooting], before shooting.
  • Page 107 Setting Function Page Setting the Smart Function Changes the Focus Peaking Focus Peaking p.61 setting. Some useful functions can be assigned to C1, C2, and C3 of the function dial, and the setting values can be changed with the Changes the Program Line Program Line p.50 setting dial.
  • Page 108 t Memo Setting the E-dial Operation • The assigned functions can be Custom Image Custom Image checked on the status screen or For each exposure mode, you can set the functions for when Live View screen when the function Q and R are turned and M is pressed. dial or setting dial is turned.

  • Page 109: Setting The Monitor And Indicator Lamps

    Setting the Monitor and Indicator Press F. Lamps The [E-Dial Programming] screen reappears. Repeat Steps 3 to 6. Press F three times. Adjusting the Brightness, Saturation, and Color of the Monitor t Memo • If you select [Rotation Direction] in Step 3, you can reverse You can set the brightness, saturation, and color adjustment of the effect obtained by turning Q or R.

  • Page 110: Saving Frequently Used Settings

    Saving Frequently Used Settings Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor for Outdoor Shooting Four factory preset settings—HDR LANDSCAPE, MACRO, If the monitor display is difficult to see ASTROPHOTO, and MANUAL LENS—are assigned to O to when you take pictures outdoors or in 4 of the mode dial.
  • Page 111 t Memo Using the Saved USER Mode • The settings saved as the USER mode can be displayed on the monitor when you select [Check Saved Settings] in Step 3. Set the mode dial to O to 5. • To reset the saved settings to their default values, select The USER mode name is [Reset USER Mode] in Step 3.

  • Page 112: File Management Settings

    Selecting Settings to Save in the File Management Settings Camera The setting values for most functions of this camera are saved Protecting Images from Deletion even if the camera is turned off. For the following function settings, you can select whether to save the settings (Z) or to You can protect images from being accidentally deleted.

  • Page 113: Specifying The Folder/File Settings

    The four digits of the month and day of the Specifying the Folder/File Settings shooting date are assigned after the folder number. The month and day appear according to the Create New Folder Date [Date Format] setting in [Date Adjustment] of the D1 menu.
  • Page 114 t Memo File Name • A folder with a new number is created when the folder name is changed. One of the following string of characters is used as the file name • A maximum of 500 images can be stored in a single folder. prefix depending on the [Color Space] setting of [Image Capture When the number of captured images exceeds 500, a new Settings] in the A2 menu.

  • Page 115: Setting The Copyright Information

    Setting the Copyright Information File No. Each file name consists of a string of You can set the photographer and copyright information File No. File No. four characters and a sequential Sequential Numbering Sequential Numbering embedded in the Exif data. Reset File Number Reset File Number number from 0001 to 9999.

  • Page 116: Displaying The Local Date And Time Of The Specified City

    t Memo Displaying the Local Date and Time of • Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.131) for cities that can the Specified City be selected as a hometown or destination. • Select [F Hometown] in Step 3 to change the city and DST The date and time set at the time of initial setting (“Initial settings for the hometown.

  • Page 117: Restrictions On The Combinations Of Special Functions

    Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions × #: Restricted : Not available Clarity/ Distortion Electronic Skin Tone/ Pixel Shift ASTRO- AA Filter Correction/ Save RAW Shutter Digital Capture Resolution TRACER Simulator Diffraction Data Filter Correction × × × Flash Continuous ×...

  • Page 118: Functions Available With Various Lenses

    To use an FA SOFT 28mm F2.8 lens, FA SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, or F SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, set [24 Using Aperture Ring] to [Enable] in Functions Available with Various the E4 menu. Pictures can be taken with the aperture you set, but Lenses only within a manually adjustable aperture range.
  • Page 119 Restrictions when using Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Lens the built-in flash DA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 ED Vignetting may occur if the Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash AL [IF] focal length is less than 35 mm. may be limited.

  • Page 120: Using The Aperture Ring

    Using the Aperture Ring How to Achieve the Correct Exposure with the Aperture Ring Not Set to 9 The shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D The correct exposure can be achieved by the following FA, FA, F, or A lens is not set to the 9 position or a lens without procedures when the aperture ring is not set to 9.

  • Page 121: Performing Catch-In Focus Shooting

    Performing Catch-in Focus Shooting Setting the Focal Length You can perform Catch-in Focus shooting using a manual focus The Shake Reduction function operates by obtaining the lens lens. The shutter is released automatically when the subject information such as focal length. Set the focal length when comes into focus.

  • Page 122: Functions When Using An External Flash

    Available only when combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II (two or more compatible external flashes Functions when Using an for Contrast Control Sync flash required). External Flash Available only when combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II.

  • Page 123: Using The Gps Unit

    Shooting Celestial Bodies Using the GPS Unit When the optional GPS unit O-GPS1 is attached to the camera, Setting the ASTROTRACER GPS information is saved in the shooting information of an image, and furthermore, the following functions are available. Attach the GPS unit to the camera and turn the Displays the current camera on.
  • Page 124 u Caution Shooting with the ASTROTRACER • When performing a calibration, be careful not to drop the camera. Wrap the strap around your wrist or take other Set the mode dial to M and set the focus method preventive measures. to w.

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    Problem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting v cannot work well for low- contrast objects (the sky, white walls, etc.), dark colors, t Memo intricate designs, rapidly- • In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to moving objects, or scenery shot The subject is causes such as static electricity, etc.

  • Page 126: Sensor Cleaning

    t Memo Sensor Cleaning • Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning as the CMOS sensor is a precision part. Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the • You can use the optional Image Sensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1 CMOS sensor with a blower.

  • Page 127: Error Messages

    Error Messages Description Error Messages The maximum folder number (999) is Image folder cannot being used, and no more images can be be created saved. Insert a new memory card or Error Messages Description format the card. The memory card is full and no more The image could not be saved because of Memory card full images can be saved.

  • Page 128: Main Specifications

    File Name: user-assigned name (default: Main Specifications Storage File IMGP) File No.: Sequential Numbering, Reset Model Description Viewfinder TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital camera Type Pentaprism Finder Type with a built-in retractable P-TTL flash Coverage (FOV) Approx. 100% PENTAX KAF2 bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens Lens Mount Magnification Approx.
  • Page 129 White Balance Shutter Type TTL method using the CMOS image sensor Mechanical shutter (electronically controlled vertical- Type run focal plane shutter), Electronic shutter Auto White Balance, Multi Auto White Balance, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light [Mechanical shutter] Auto: 1/6000 to 30 seconds, (D: Daylight Color, N: Daylight White, W: Cool Manual: 1/6000 to 30 seconds (1/3 EV steps or 1/2 Preset Modes...
  • Page 130 Capture Functions [Interval Shooting] Interval: 2 sec. to 24 hr., Standby Interval: minimum Auto Select, Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, time or 1 sec. to 24 hr., Number of Shots: 2 to 2000 Custom Image Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Flat, Bleach Bypass, times, Start Interval: Now, Self-timer, Set Time Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing [Interval Composite]...
  • Page 131 Built-in stereo microphone, external microphone Development options: Select single image, Select Sound (stereo recording compatible) multiple images, Select a folder Recording Sound Level: adjustable Development parameters: White Balance, Custom Image, Sensitivity, Clarity, Skin Tone, Digital Filter, Up to 4 GB or approx. 25 minutes; automatically HDR Capture, Pixel Shift Resolution, Shadow Recording Time stops recording if the internal temperature of the...
  • Page 132 Dimensions and Weight Type1: Disables exposure control operations in Enable/Disable standby mode Approx. 131.5 mm (W) × 101.0 mm (H) × 76.0 mm Dimensions Control Type2: Disables the control functions of ABCD, (D) (excluding protrusions) E, and F in standby mode Approx.
  • Page 133 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and List of World Time Cities Playback Time The following cities can be set as Hometown and Destination. (When using the fully charged battery) Region City Flash Photography Honolulu, Anchorage, Vancouver, San North Tempe- Normal Playback Battery Francisco, Los Angeles, Calgary, Denver, 100%...

  • Page 134: Operating Environment For Usb Connection And Provided Software

    Operating Environment for USB Connection Macintosh and Provided Software OS X 10.12, OS X 10.11, OS X 10.10, OS X 10.9, or OS X 10.8 With the provided software “Digital Camera Utility 5”, you can ® develop RAW images, make color adjustments, or check Intel Core™...

  • Page 135: Index

    Index Symbols x ....... 60 Bleach Bypass (Custom Color Moiré Correction ..87 AF.S Setting ....59, 61 Image) ......74 Color Space..... 48 A menus ......24 AF/AE-L Button ..... 103 Bold Monochrome (Digital Color Temperature (White C menus ......29 v/w switch ..
  • Page 136 Delete ......47 Error messages ..... 125 Framerate ......48 Initial settings....42 Deleting all images ..31 EV Compensation ... 56 Function Dial ... 21, 105 Initializing a memory card Deleting selected images EV Steps ......50 Fx1/Fx2/Fx3 button ..102 ........
  • Page 137 Live View ......14 Multi-exposure ....69 Power ......42 Multi-image display..82 Precise Calibration ..121 Save as Manual WB ..73 Multiple AF Points (AF Active Preview....51, 104 Save Cross Processing ... 75 L mode ......49 Area)........
  • Page 138 Shutter speed ....49 TIFF ......... 90 White Balance ....72 Single Frame Shooting..64 Time Setting ....114 Wi-Fi™ ......93 ® Single image display Timed exposure....51 Windows ...... 132 ........17, 47 Tone Expansion (Digital Wireless flash discharge Single mode (AF Mode) ..

  • Page 139: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    • Do not press on the monitor with excessive force. This could cause it to break or malfunction. Care to be Taken During Handling • Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using a tripod. Before Using Your Camera Cleaning Your Camera •...
  • Page 140 • Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following About the Wireless LAN Function circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted if 1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user. 2.
  • Page 141 All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. • This product uses the RICOH RT font designed by Ricoh Company Ltd. • This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions.
  • Page 142 AVC Patent Portfolio License Announcement on the Use of BSD-Licensed Software This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the This product includes software licensed under the BSD License. BSD personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive license is a form of license which permits the redistribution of the software remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard provided that it is clearly stated that use is unwarranted, and a copyright...

  • Page 143: Warranty Policy

    servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your WARRANTY POLICY camera returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against to be borne by the sender.

  • Page 144: Declaration Of Conformity

    Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CORPORATION Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
  • Page 145 For customers in Canada Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Notice Industrie Canada (IC) Avis de Conformité This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme 003 (B).
  • Page 146 Maximum radio-frequency power: 8.16 dBm EIRP By disposing of these products correctly you will European importer: RICOH IMAGING EUROPE S.A.S. help ensure that the waste undergoes the Parc Tertiaire SILIC 7-9, avenue Robert Schuman - B.P. 70102, necessary treatment, recovery and recycling...
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  • Page 148 (http://www.ricoh-imaging.com.cn) http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english 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. 54314 Copyright © RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 2016 R01DTL16 Printed in Philippines...

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