Pentax DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM Operating Manual

Pentax DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM Operating Manual

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smc PENTAX-DA
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS
OPERATING MANUAL

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smc PENTAX-DA Lens Overview
About the DA Lens Mount
Details the PENTAX DA lens mount system, including KAF, KAF2, and KAF3 types and their features.
Lenses with Supersonic Motor
Explains lenses equipped with supersonic motors (SDM) for quiet and smooth autofocus.
Supersonic Motor Precautions on K10D
Provides precautions for using supersonic motor lenses with the PENTAX K10D camera, including firmware.
Lens Cap Usage
Attaching Dedicated Lens Cap
Instructions for attaching the dedicated lens cap to the DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited lens.
Focusing Methods
Changing Focus Mode
Explains how to switch between autofocus and manual focus modes for DA* lenses.
Using Autofocus
Guidance on using autofocus by pressing the shutter release or AF button.
Focusing with the OK Button
Details how to enable and use the OK button for autofocus on specific camera models.
Using Manual Focus
Instructions for manual focusing by rotating the focusing ring.
Quick-Shift Focus System
Explains how to manually adjust focus after autofocus is achieved without changing the mode.
Zoom Lens Operation
About the Zoom Ring
Describes how to use the zoom ring for changing focal length and angle of view.
Zoom Lock Switch
Explains the function and use of the zoom ring lock switch on specific lenses.
Attaching the Lens Hood
Screw-on Type Hood (DA 70mm)
Instructions for attaching the screw-on type dedicated lens hood for the DA 70mm lens.
Screw-on Type Hood (DA 40mm)
Instructions for attaching the screw-on type dedicated lens hood for the DA 40mm lens.
Bayonet Type Hood
Details on how to attach bayonet-type lens hoods by aligning indices and locking.
Bayonet Type Hood (DA 21mm)
Instructions for attaching the bayonet-type dedicated lens hood for the DA 21mm lens.
PL Filter Window on Hood
Information about the PL filter window on bayonet-type hoods for filter adjustment.
Using Hood with PL Filter Window
Steps for using the PL filter window to adjust a circular polarizing filter.
Filter Usage
Attaching 30.5mm Filter to DA 40mm
Guidance on attaching a 30.5mm filter to the DA 40mm lens, including using the hood.
Filter & Hood for DA 21mm
How to attach a filter and dedicated lens hood to the DA 21mm lens, noting compatibility.
Filter & Hood for DA 70mm
Instructions for attaching a filter and dedicated lens hood to the DA 70mm lens.
Circular Polarizing Filters & Vignetting
Discusses circular polarizing filters, their thickness, and potential vignetting issues.
Circular Polarizing Filter Compatibility
Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters with various DA lenses.
Lens and Flash Precautions
Built-in Flash Usage
Notes on using the built-in flash, including distance limitations and vignetting.
External Flash Usage
Guidance on using external flashes with lenses, including hood compatibility.
Built-in Flash Compatibility Chart
A chart detailing the compatibility of DA lenses with the camera's built-in flash.
Tripod Mount
Removing the Tripod Mount
Instructions on how to remove the tripod mount from the lens using a coin.

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