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  • Page 1 Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Q10 Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.

  • Page 3: For Using Your Camera Safely

    To users of this camera • Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the camera’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
  • Page 4 PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock. • If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 5 • Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in. • Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock. • Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause the product to breakdown.

  • Page 6: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling).

  • Page 7: Cleaning Your Camera

    • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.) •...
  • Page 8 In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Refer to p.205 for details. Thank you for your cooperation.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents For Using Your Camera Safely ............1 Care to be Taken During Handling ............4 Contents....................7 Composition of the Operating Manual ..........13 Before Using Your Camera Checking the Contents of the Package ........16 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ......17 Capture Mode ..................
  • Page 10 Basic Operations Basic Shooting Operation ............52 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings......52 Using a Zoom Lens ................54 Using the Built-in Flash ...............55 Setting the Flash Mode ..............55 Shooting with the Flash..............57 Reviewing Images ................59 Playing Back Images ................. 59 Deleting a Single Image..............
  • Page 11 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake .....................93 Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function ....... 93 Shooting with Self-timer ..............95 Shooting with Remote Control (Optional) .......... 96 Taking Pictures Continuously.............99 Continuous Shooting................99 Interval Shooting ................101 Multi-exposure .................
  • Page 12 Setting the Lens Functions ............142 Setting the ND Filter................. 142 Correcting Lens Distortion ............... 143 Playback Functions Playback Functions Operation..........146 Playback Mode Palette Items ............146 Playback Menu Items............... 147 Setting the Playback Display Method........148 Enlarging Images................149 Displaying Multiple Images ............150 Multi-image Display Screen .............
  • Page 13 Changing Additional Settings How to Operate the Set-up Menu ..........178 Set-up Menu Items................178 Camera Settings .................180 Setting the Sound Effects, Date and Time, and Display Language ..................180 Setting the Monitor and the Menu Display ........184 Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory) ....... 189 Resetting the Menus ................
  • Page 14 Appendix Default Settings ................216 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations...222 Using a K-Mount Lens ..............223 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor ............224 Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor (Dust Removal) ..224 Error Messages................225 Troubleshooting .................227 Main Specifications ..............230 Index ....................236 WARRANTY POLICY ..............242...

  • Page 15: Composition Of The Operating Manual

    Composition of the Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using Your Camera Explains the provided accessories and the names and functions of various parts. 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions.
  • Page 16 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation. Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera. In this Operating Manual, the buttons of the four- way controller are referred to in the following way.

  • Page 17: Before Using Your Camera

    Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and the names and functions of working parts before use. Checking the Contents of the Package ....16 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ..17 How to Change Function Settings ...... 30...

  • Page 18: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included. Hot shoe cover F Body mount cover Strap (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) O-ST131 Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger AC plug cord battery D-LI68 D-BC68P USB cable...

  • Page 19: Names And Functions Of The Working Parts

    Names and Functions of the Working Parts Speaker Lens mount index (red dot) AF assist light/ Built-in flash Self-timer lamp Strap lug Remote control receiver Lens information contacts Card cover CMOS sensor Microphone Hot shoe Remote control receiver Card access lamp Strap lug Battery cover...

  • Page 20: Capture Mode

    Capture Mode Here, you can learn which parts are used and how they function when in capture mode. The factory default setting of each part is explained here, but some parts have multiple functions and work differently depending on the selected setting.

  • Page 21: Mode Dial

    1 E-dial 9 mc (EV Compensation) button Sets the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure Press to set the exposure compensation values. (p.74) compensation and aperture values. (p.75, p.77) You can change the menu when a menu screen is 0 d/i (Green/Delete) displayed.

  • Page 22: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode Here, you can learn which parts are used and how they function when in playback mode.

  • Page 23: Shutter Release Button

    1 E-dial 7 4 button Use this to enlarge an image Confirms the setting you (p.149) or display multiple selected in the menu or images at the same time playback screen. (p.150). 8 Four-way controller 2 Shutter release button (2345) Press halfway to switch to Use this to move the cursor or Capture mode.

  • Page 24: Monitor Display

    Monitor Display Various information appears on the monitor depending on the status of the camera. The brightness level and the color of the monitor can be adjusted. (p.187) Capture Mode While shooting, the current shooting function settings are displayed on the monitor.
  • Page 25 AE Metering (p.82) AF frame (p.53) Shake Reduction (p.93)/ Histogram (p.28) Movie SR (p.106) AE Lock (p.80) Battery level (p.39) Shutter speed (p.75) Turning the focusing ring in Aperture value (p.75) \ mode (p.90) EV bar (p.77) Temperature warning Sensitivity (p.73) ND Filter (p.142) Image storage capacity Number of shots during...

  • Page 26: Control Panel

    Control panel Press the M button in Capture mode to display the control panel and change settings. (p.31) A mode Custom Image Custom Image Bright Bright [ 65535 ] [ 65535 ] C mode Custom Image Custom Image Bright Bright [ 65535 ] [ 65535 ] Function name...
  • Page 27 Playback Mode The camera switches the type of information displayed when you press the M button during playback. Captured image, file format and operation guide indicators Standard display are displayed. Captured image and histogram (Brightness/RGB) are Histogram display displayed. Not available during movie playback. (p.26) Detailed information Detailed information on how and when the image was display...

  • Page 28: Histogram Display

    Histogram display The following histograms can be displayed when playing back still pictures. The “Brightness histogram” shows the distribution of brightness and the “RGB histogram” shows the distribution of color intensity. Press the four-way controller (23) to switch between “Brightness histogram” and “RGB histogram”.
  • Page 29 Detailed information display (All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may differ.) Still picture 100-0001 100-0001 +1.0 +1.0 ±0 ±0 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 +1.5 +1.5 ±0 ±0 18 19 G1A1 G1A1 ±0 ±0 22 23 24 50mm 50mm...

  • Page 30: Using The Histogram

    Using the Histogram A histogram shows the brightness distribution of an image. The horizontal axis represents brightness (dark at the left and bright at the right) and the vertical axis represents the number of pixels. The shape and the distribution of the (Dark) ←Brightness→...
  • Page 31 Guide Indicators The following indicators appear on the monitor to indicate the keys, buttons and e-dial that can be operated at that time. Example) Four-way controller (2) Shutter release button Four-way controller (3) 3 button Four-way controller (4) M button Four-way controller (5) Green/Delete button 4 button...

  • Page 32: How To Change Function Settings

    How to Change Function Settings Function settings can be changed using the direct keys, control panel or menus. This section explains the basic ways to change function settings. Using the Direct Keys In Capture mode, you can set Sensitivity, White Balance, Flash Mode and Drive Mode by pressing the four-way controller (2345).

  • Page 33: Using The Control Panel

    Using the Control Panel While shooting, the current settings can be checked on the monitor, and you can switch to the control panel and change settings. Below, how to set [JPEG Quality] is explained as an example. Press the M button in Capture mode.

  • Page 34: Using The Menus

    Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. Next, set other items. Press the 3 button or the shutter release button halfway. The camera is ready to take a picture. You can also change the setting by turning the e-dial after selecting the item you want to change in Step 2.
  • Page 35 Use the four-way controller (23) to select an item. HDR Capture HDR Capture Multi-exposure Multi-exposure Interval Shooting Interval Shooting D-Range Setting D-Range Setting High-ISO NR High-ISO NR Distortion Correction Distortion Correction MENU Exit Exit Press the four-way controller (5). HDR Capture HDR Capture Multi-exposure Multi-exposure...
  • Page 36 Even after you press the 3 button and close the menu screen, your settings will not be saved if the camera is turned off improperly (such as by removing the battery while the camera is on). • You can select whether to display the menu tab selected the last time first, or to always display the [A Rec.

  • Page 37: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..........36 Inserting the Battery ..........37 Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card ..42 Attaching a Lens ..........

  • Page 38: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure it on the inside of the clasp. Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner as described above.

  • Page 39: Inserting The Battery

    Inserting the Battery Insert the battery into the camera. Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI68 exclusively developed for this camera. Charging the Battery When using the battery for the first time, or when the battery has not been used in a long time, or when [Battery depleted] appears, recharge the battery. Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”...

  • Page 40: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    When the battery is fully charged, remove the battery from the battery charger. • Do not use the provided Battery Charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than D-LI68. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating. • Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases: - If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery is inserted correctly - If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after being charged (the...

  • Page 41: Battery Level Indicator

    Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow, and then lift it to open (1→2). Insert the battery until it locks into place with the 2 mark facing toward the lens. To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (3) with your finger.

  • Page 42: Using The Ac Adapter (Optional)

    • y or F may appear even when the battery level is sufficient if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting for a long period of time. • Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and keep them warm in your pocket.
  • Page 43 Close the battery cover. Pull out the connection cable from the connection cable cover section. Connect the DC coupler and the AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord. Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. •...

  • Page 44: Inserting/Removing An Sd Memory Card

    Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card This camera uses a commercially available SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, or SDXC Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while the card access lamp is lit. •...
  • Page 45 Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. Close the card cover, and then slide it in the direction of the arrow (3→4). For details on the approximate number of images that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card, refer to “Approximate Image Storage Capacity by Size” (p.235).

  • Page 46: Attaching A Lens

    • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning. • We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.
  • Page 47 Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. To remove the lens Attach the lens cap first, and then turn the lens counterclockwise while pushing the lens unlock button (4). If the lens is removed while the power is on, the monitor will turn off, and the shutter release button will be locked.

  • Page 48: Turning The Camera On And Off

    Turning the Camera On and Off Press the power switch. The camera will turn on. Press the power switch again to turn off the camera. • Always turn the camera off when not in use. • The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time (Auto Power Off).

  • Page 49: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [ Language/ u] screen appears on the monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the monitor and the current date and time. If the [Date Adjustment] screen appears, set Date Adjustment Date Adjustment the date and time by following the procedure...

  • Page 50: Setting The Date And Time

    Press the four-way controller (3) to select [DST] (daylight saving time), and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. Press the four-way controller (3) Initial Setting Initial Setting to select [Settings complete], and English...
  • Page 51 Use the four-way controller (23) Date Adjustment Date Adjustment to set the month. Date Format Date Format mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy 24h Set the day and year in the same manner. Date Date 01/01/2012 01/01/2012 Next, set the time. Time Time 00:00 00:00 If you select [12h] in Step 2, the camera Settings complete...
  • Page 52 Memo...

  • Page 53: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by setting mode dial to n (Auto Picture) to have the camera select the optimum settings based on the subject. For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation ........

  • Page 54: Basic Shooting Operation

    Basic Shooting Operation Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings This camera features various capture modes, focus modes, and drive modes. This section explains how to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. Set the mode dial to n. The camera will select the optimal capture mode for the subject.
  • Page 55 Position the subject inside the AF frame, and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The AF frame turns green and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into 37 ] 37 ] 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600...

  • Page 56: Using A Zoom Lens

    Using a Zoom Lens Enlarge the subject (telephoto) or capture a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust the subject to the desired size and take pictures. Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. The angle of view changes. The following functions can be set on the camera depending on the lens being used.

  • Page 57: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash Use a flash to take pictures in low light or backlit conditions. The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from approx. 0.7 m to 5 m. Vignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting.

  • Page 58: Compensating Flash Output

    The flash modes that can be selected differ depending on the capture mode. Capture Mode Selectable Flash Mode C/i/E/F/a C/i/E/F/G/H/I/a C/i/E/F/I/a *1 Fixed to a in K (Sunset), d (Blue Sky), A (Night Scene), Z (Night Scene HDR), p (HDR), y (Backlight Silhouette), U (Candlelight), n (Stage Lighting) or E (Museum) mode.

  • Page 59: Shooting With The Flash

    Turn the e-dial. Auto Flash Discharge Auto Flash Discharge The flash compensation value is displayed. Press the d/i button to reset the value +0.7 +0.7 to 0.0. Cancel Cancel MENU • When the flash output exceeds its maximum amount, the compensation will not be effective even if the compensation value is set to the plus (+) side.
  • Page 60 Push down in the direction of the arrow to retract the built-in flash. • The built-in flash discharges even when retracted, which may cause vignetting to occur depending on the lens being used. Vignetting may also occur at other times depending on the shooting conditions. •...

  • Page 61: Reviewing Images

    Reviewing Images Playing Back Images You can play back captured images with the camera. Press the Q button. The camera enters Playback mode and the most recently captured image (image with the highest file number) is displayed on the monitor. (For movies, only the first frame is displayed on the monitor.) Review the captured image on the monitor.

  • Page 62: Deleting A Single Image

    Deleting a Single Image You can delete images one by one. • Deleted images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. (p.194) Press the Q button, and display the image to delete. Press the d/i button. The delete confirmation screen appears. Press the four-way controller (2) 100-0001 100-0001...

  • Page 63: Shooting Functions

    Shooting Functions This chapter describes the various basic and advanced shooting functions available with this camera. How to Operate the Shooting Functions ... 62 Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ..67 Setting the Exposure ........... 73 Focusing ............... 84 Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) ....92 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake ............

  • Page 64: How To Operate The Shooting Functions

    How to Operate the Shooting Functions You can change capture-related settings using the direct keys, control panel, [A Rec. Mode] menu, [C Movie] menu or [A Custom Setting] menu. For details on how to use the direct keys and menus, refer to “How to Change Function Settings”...

  • Page 65: Rec. Mode Menu Items

    Rec. Mode Menu Items The following settings can be performed in the [A Rec. Mode 1-3] menus. Press the 3 button in Capture mode to display the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. Menu Item Function Page Sets the image finishing tone such as Custom Image color and contrast before shooting an p.126...
  • Page 66 Menu Item Function Page Enables capturing images with high HDR Capture p.125 dynamic range. Creates a picture by taking multiple Multi-exposure exposures and merging them into a p.103 single image. Takes pictures at a set interval from a Interval Shooting p.101 set time.

  • Page 67: Movie Menu Items

    Movie Menu Items The following settings can be performed in the [C Movie 1] menu. Press the 3 button when the mode dial is set to C to display the [C Movie 1] menu. Menu Item Function Page Sets the number of recorded pixels or size Recorded Pixels of the movie.
  • Page 68 Menu Item Function Page Sets whether to use the AF assist light 8. AF Assist Light p.85 when autofocusing in dark locations. 9. AF with Remote Sets whether to use autofocus when p.98 Control shooting with remote control. 10. Flash When Sets whether to discharge the built-in flash p.58 Retracted...

  • Page 69: Selecting The Appropriate Capture Mode

    Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode This camera features various capture modes, enabling you to take pictures with settings suited for your photographic vision. In this manual, the capture modes are referred to as follows. Capture Mode Mode Page Automatically selects the optimal capture n (Auto Picture) mode p.68 mode for the subject.

  • Page 70: Auto Picture Modes

    • Set the guide display time in [Guide Display] of the [R Set-up 1] menu. (p.185) • The scene mode selection screen appears when the mode dial is set to H (p.70) Auto Picture Modes When set to n (Auto Picture) mode, the camera automatically selects the optimal mode from the following capture modes for the subject.

  • Page 71: Scene Modes

    Scene Modes By setting the mode dial to H (Scene), you can choose from the following scene modes. Mode Characteristics For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone. Portrait For capturing landscape views. Increases color saturation and Landscape produces a vivid color image.

  • Page 72: Selecting A Scene Mode

    Mode Characteristics Backlight Produces a silhouette image of subject in backlight condition. Silhouette U Candlelight For capturing scenes in candlelight. Stage For capturing moving subjects in poorly lit place. Lighting E Museum For capturing images in places where a flash is prohibited. The flash mode is fixed to a (Flash Off) in K, d, A, Z, p, y, U, n and E.

  • Page 73: Blur Control Mode

    Blur Control Mode Blur Control enables you to create a picture that looks as if it was taken with a wide-open aperture and shallow depth of field, by shooting multiple images with different focus positions and merging them into a single image.

  • Page 74: Exposure Modes

    • Do not move the camera while taking a picture. • If holding the camera by hand while shooting, set [Shake Reduction] to k (On). • Blur Control may not work as effectively as expected if a lens other than an AF lens is used.

  • Page 75: Setting The Exposure

    Setting the Exposure Setting the Sensitivity You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set to [ISO AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 100 to 6400 in increments of 1/3 EV. The default setting is [ISO AUTO].

  • Page 76: Changing The Exposure Mode

    Changing the Exposure Mode This camera features the following exposure modes. The settings available for each exposure mode are as follows. ×: Not available z: Available #: Restricted Change Change Change Exposure Mode Shutter Aperture Sensitivity Compensation Speed Value Program Automatic Exposure Shutter Priority ×...

  • Page 77: Aperture Value

    5 appears on the monitor next to the value that can be changed. The following parameters can be changed depending on the selected exposure mode. 37 ] 37 ] 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 Item set in [Green Button] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu (p.140) Shutter speed Aperture value Shutter speed...
  • Page 78 Using the Bulb Shooting This is useful when shooting night scenes and fireworks which require long exposures. Set the mode dial to a. Turn the e-dial to the left (f), and set the shutter speed to h. h appears after the slowest shutter speed.

  • Page 79: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the Exposure This allows you to deliberately overexpose (brighten) or underexpose (darken) your picture. The compensation value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV between -3 and +3 depending on the lens being used. Step Interval Exposure Setting Value ±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, ±2.0, ±2.3, ±2.7, ±3.0 1/3 EV...

  • Page 80: Exposure Bracketing

    Changing the Exposure Automatically when Shooting (Exposure Bracketing) You can take three consecutive images at three different exposure levels when the shutter release button is pressed.Three images are saved with each release. Standard exposure Underexposure Overexposure You can set the bracketing order in [3. Auto Bracketing Order] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu.
  • Page 81 Press the four-way controller Exposure Bracketing Exposure Bracketing (3), and use the four-way controller (45) to select l or MENU Cancel Cancel l Exposure Takes pictures with the shutter release button. Bracketing Takes pictures with an optional remote control unit. The Exposure Bracket remote control operates according to the Remote Control +Remote Ctrl...

  • Page 82: Locking The Exposure Before Shooting (Ae Lock)

    Locking the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock) AE Lock is a function that locks the exposure (brightness) prior to taking a picture. Use this when the subject is too small to obtain a proper exposure or is backlit. First, assign the AE Lock function to the d/i button. Select [Green Button] in the [A Rec.
  • Page 83 • The exposure remains locked as long as the d/i button is kept pressed or the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway. • You will hear a beep when AE Lock is activated. The beep can be turned off. (p.180) •...

  • Page 84: Selecting The Metering Method

    Selecting the Metering Method Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. The sensor meters the brightness in multiple different zones. Multi- (default setting) segment Even in backlit locations, this mode automatically determines what level of brightness is in which portion and automatically adjusts exposure.

  • Page 85: Reducing Image Noise (Noise Reduction)

    Reducing Image Noise (Noise Reduction) When shooting with a digital camera, image noise (image roughness or unevenness) becomes noticeable in the following situations. - when shooting with a long exposure - when shooting with a high sensitivity setting - when the temperature of the CMOS sensor is high You can reduce image noise by using Noise Reduction.

  • Page 86: Focusing

    Focusing Setting the Focus Method You can focus with the following methods. The camera automatically focuses on the subject when the Autofocus shutter release button is pressed halfway. Manual focus Manually adjust the focus. Press the M button in Capture mode. The control panel appears.

  • Page 87: Setting The Autofocus Method

    • You can also change the setting from the [Focus Settings] of the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. • [Focus Method] is fixed to = when the capture mode is set to n (Auto Picture) or u (Blur Control) mode, or c (Portrait)/ \ (Moving Object)/. (Night Scene Portrait)/l (Night Snap)/w (Quick Macro)/Z (Pet)/R (Kids)/ n (Stage Lighting) of H (Scene) mode.
  • Page 88 Use the four-way controller (45) Autofocus Method Autofocus Method to select an autofocus method, AF Select (25 Points) AF Select (25 Points) and press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. Cancel Cancel MENU • You can also change the setting from the [Focus Settings] of the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu.
  • Page 89 Selecting the Desired Focusing Area You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area). Select [AF Select (25 Points)] or [Select] in Step 3 on p.86, and press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. Press the 3 button or the shutter release button halfway.

  • Page 90: Focusing Using The D/I Button

    Focusing Using the d/i Button You can set the camera to perform focusing by pressing the d/i button. Use this setting when activating the autofocus by pressing the shutter release button halfway is not desired. First, assign the Enable AF function to the d/i button. Select [Green Button] in the [A Rec.

  • Page 91: Locking The Focus (Focus Lock)

    Locking the Focus (Focus Lock) If the subject is outside of the focusing area, the camera cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this case, focus the camera on the subject in the focusing area, lock the focus at that position (Focus Lock), and then recompose your picture.

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Focus Manually (Manual Focus)

    • Turning the zoom ring with the focus locked may cause the subject to be out of focus. • You cannot lock the focus when the capture mode is set to \ (Moving Object)/ l (Night Snap)/Z (Pet)/R (Kids)/n (Stage Lighting) of H (Scene) mode. In such cases, the autofocus continues to focus on the subject until the shutter is released (Continuous Autofocus).
  • Page 93 Set the magnification to [Off], [x2], or [x4], and press the 4 button. The magnification can be changed with the e-dial while the image is enlarged. Press the 3 button twice. MF Assist is set and the camera is ready to take a picture. Turn the focusing ring, or press the 4 button.

  • Page 94: Checking The Depth Of Field (Preview)

    Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) You can check the depth of field by stopping down the aperture of the lens to the actually set value. First, assign the Preview function to the d/i button. Select [Green Button] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 95: Using The Shake Reduction Function To Prevent Camera Shake

    Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that occurs when the shutter release button is pressed. The Shake Reduction function works effectively when taking pictures in the following situations.
  • Page 96 Shake Reduction function to work stably and properly, and then press the shutter release button gently. • The Shake Reduction function is available with any PENTAX Q-mount lens compatible with this camera. However, manually set the focal length in cases where the focal length cannot be automatically obtained, such as when a mount adapter is being used.

  • Page 97: Shooting With Self-Timer

    Shooting with Self-timer The shutter is released after about 12 seconds. Use this Self-timer (12 sec.) mode to include the photographer in the picture. The shutter is released about 2 seconds after the shutter Self-timer (2 sec.) release button is pressed. Use this mode to avoid camera shake when the shutter release button is pressed.

  • Page 98: Shooting With Remote Control (Optional)

    Press the shutter release button fully. For g, the self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly and then blinks rapidly 2 seconds before the shutter is released. The beep is heard and the rate increases. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully.

  • Page 99: Control Unit

    Mount the camera onto a tripod. Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode. The Drive Mode setting screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select h. Press the four-way controller Remote Control Remote Control (3), use the four-way controller (45) to select h, i or i, and press the 4 button.
  • Page 100 S button. The { button cannot be used. • The Remote Control F can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Contact a PENTAX Service Center to replace the battery (this will involve a fee).

  • Page 101: Taking Pictures Continuously

    Taking Pictures Continuously Continuous Shooting Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is kept pressed. For JPEG images of E/C, up to approximately 5 Continuous frames per second can be taken continuously. You can Shooting (Hi) capture up to approximately 5 frames at once. Not available when [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW+].
  • Page 102 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. Press the shutter release button fully. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is fully pressed. Take your finger off the shutter release button to stop. • The drive mode is fixed to g when the capture mode is set to \ (Moving Object)/Z (Pet)/R (Kids) of H (Scene) mode.

  • Page 103: Interval Shooting

    Interval Shooting Takes pictures at a set interval from a set time. The following settings can be performed. For taking two or more pictures, set the wait time until the next Interval picture is taken from 1 second to 24 hours. Set the number of shots to be taken from 1 to 999.
  • Page 104 Use the four-way controller (45), and use the four-way controller (23) to select the number of shots to be taken. Press the 4 button to finish the setting. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start Interval], and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Now] or [Set Time], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 105: Multi-Exposure

    • Refer to “Interval Movie” (p.109) for information on how to perform interval shooting in C (Movie) mode. • If any of the following operations are performed while shooting, the pictures that have been already taken are saved and Interval Shooting is ended. - when the power switch is pressed - when the mode dial or quick dial is turned •...
  • Page 106 Use the four-way controller (23) Multi-exposure Multi-exposure to select the number of shots, Start Shooting Start Shooting and press the 4 button. Number of Shots Number of Shots times times Auto EV Adjustment Auto EV Adjustment Select from 2 to 9 shots. Cancel Cancel MENU...

  • Page 107: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies In this camera, you can record movies with the following format. • Frame rate 30 fps • Sound Monaural • File format MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (File extension: .MOV) Changing the Settings for Movie Recording Settings for recording movies can be changed using the [C Movie] menu or the control panel.
  • Page 108 Use the four-way controller (23) to select g or Z, and press the 4 button. Records sound. (default setting) Does not record sound. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Exposure Setting], and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto] or [Manual], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 109: Recording Movies

    Recording Movies Set the mode dial to C. The movie recording screen appears. View the subject on the monitor. Sound Movie SR Adjust the exposure when [Exposure Setting] is set to [Manual]. 10'30" 10'30" Recordable Time Available operations E-dial Not available (when [Exposure Setting] is set to [Auto]) Adjusts the shutter speed (when [Exposure Setting] is set to [Manual]).
  • Page 110 Press the shutter release button fully. Movie recording starts. A red P displayed at the top right of the screen blinks during movie recording. The following operations can be performed while recording a movie. Available operations 4 button Performs autofocus. Locks the exposure (when [AE Lock] is assigned to the d/i button in [Green Button] of the [A Rec.

  • Page 111: Interval Movie

    Interval Movie Takes still pictures one by one at a set interval from a set time and records them as a single movie file. (Motion JPEG, file extension: .AVI) Perform the following settings. Set the shooting interval to 1 sec., 5 sec., 10 sec., 30 sec., Interval 1 min., 5 min., 10 min., 30 min., or 1 hour.
  • Page 112 Use the four-way controller (45) to select hours, minutes, or seconds, and use the four-way controller (23) to set the time. Press the 4 button to complete the setting. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Start Interval], and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Now] or [Set Time], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 113: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Recorded movies can be played back in Playback mode in the same manner as saved still pictures. Use the four-way controller (45) to select a movie to play back. The first frame of the movie is displayed on the monitor. Press the four-way controller 100-0001 100-0001...

  • Page 114: Editing Movies

    Capturing a Still Picture from a Movie You can capture a single frame from a movie and save it as a JPEG still picture. Press the four-way controller (2) in Step 2 on p.111. Use the four-way controller (45) Frame number/ Total number of frames to display the frame to save as a still picture.
  • Page 115 Select point(s) where you want to divide the movie. The frame at the dividing point is displayed at the top of the screen. 15888 15888 Up to four points can be selected to divide the original movie into five segments. Exit Exit MENU...
  • Page 116 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as], and press the Saves divided movie Saves divided movie 4 button. as separate files as separate files The movie is divided at the specified Save as Save as points and the unwanted segments are Cancel Cancel deleted from it.

  • Page 117: Shooting Settings

    Shooting Settings This chapter describes image file formats and camera operating settings in capture mode. Setting a File Format .......... 116 Setting the White Balance ......... 120 Adjusting Brightness ......... 123 Setting the Image Finishing Tone ..... 126 Setting the Green Button and E-dial Functions ................

  • Page 118: Setting A File Format

    Setting a File Format Set the aspect ratio, file format, number of recorded pixels, quality level, and color space of still pictures. Select [Image Capture Settings] in the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Image Capture Settings] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) Image Capture Settings Image Capture Settings...

  • Page 119: Aspect Ratio

    Aspect Ratio Select the horizontal and vertical ratio of images from K, J, I (default setting) or L. The aspect ratio of the camera monitor is J, so if a different aspect ratio is selected, the monitor display changes to match the set aspect ratio.

  • Page 120: Jpeg Recorded Pixels

    JPEG Recorded Pixels Sets the recording size of images when [File Format] is set to [JPEG]. The selectable sizes vary according to the [Aspect Ratio] setting. Recorded Aspect Ratio Pixels Pixels 4000×2248 (default setting) 3456×1944 2688×1512 1920×1080 4000×2664 (default setting) 3456×2304 2688×1792 1920×1280...

  • Page 121: Jpeg Quality

    JPEG Quality You can set the image quality level (compression ratio). The default setting is C (Best). C Best Quality: clearer File size: larger D Better Good Quality: grainier File size: smaller Color Space You can select a color space to use. Mainly used for devices such as a computer.

  • Page 122: Setting The White Balance

    Setting the White Balance Adjusts the color of an image based on ambient light conditions so that white objects appear white. Color Item Setting Temperature Automatically adjusts the white balance. Approx. 4,000 to F Auto (default setting) 8,000K Daylight For use when taking pictures in sunlight. Approx.
  • Page 123 Use the four-way controller (45) Auto White Balance Auto White Balance to select the white balance. When J (Fluorescent Light) is selected, press the four-way controller (3) and use the four-way controller (45) to select D, N, W, or L. Cancel Cancel MENU...

  • Page 124: Adjusting The White Balance Manually

    Adjusting the White Balance Manually You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. Select K in Step 2 on p.121. Manual White Balance Manual White Balance Adjust Adjust SHUTTER Cancel Cancel MENU WB± WB± Under the light you wish to measure the white balance of, fully display a white sheet of paper on the monitor, or select a white area as the subject.

  • Page 125: Adjusting Brightness

    Adjusting Brightness Adjusts the brightness and reduces the occurrence of overexposed and underexposed areas. Highlight Correction Expands the dynamic range and enables a wider range of tones by the CMOS sensor and reduces the occurrence of overexposed areas. Press the M button in Capture mode. The control panel appears.

  • Page 126: Shadow Correction

    Shadow Correction Expands the dynamic range and enables a wider range of tones by the CMOS sensor and reduces the occurrence of underexposed areas. Press the M button in Capture mode. The control panel appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select [Shadow Correction], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 127: Hdr Capture

    HDR Capture Enables capturing images with high dynamic range. Takes three images (-3 EV underexposed, standard (proper exposure) and +3 EV overexposed) to create a single composite image with them. • HDR Capture is not available in the following situations. - when [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW+] - when the shutter speed is set to h - when the capture mode is set to u (Blur Control), C (Movie) mode, or...

  • Page 128: Setting The Image Finishing Tone

    Setting the Image Finishing Tone Take pictures with settings to suit for your creative photographic vision. Setting Custom Image Select the desired picture style from the following modes and enjoy taking pictures with a creative finishing tone. Image Tone Image Saturation, hue, and contrast will be rather high to create a Bright bright sharp image.
  • Page 129 Use the four way controller (2345) to select [Custom Image], and press the 4 button. The Custom Image setting screen appears. The last image taken after the camera was turned on is displayed in the background. Use the four-way controller Bright Bright (2345) to select an image...
  • Page 130 Image Tone Parameter Saturation: -4 to +4 Toning: Off/Green/Yellow/Orange/Red/ Magenta/Purple/Blue/Cyan Muted/Bleach Bypass High/Low Key Adj: -4 to +4 Contrast: -4 to +4 Sharpness/Fine Sharpness: -4 to +4 Reversal Film Sharpness/Fine Sharpness: -4 to +4 Filter Effect: None/Green/Yellow/Orange/ Red/Magenta/Blue/Cyan/Infrared Filter Toning: Off/Green/Yellow/Orange/Red/ Magenta/Purple/Blue/Cyan Monochrome High/Low Key Adj: -4 to +4...
  • Page 131 Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured Image The outcome of cross processing varies each time a picture is taken. If you take a cross processed image that you like, you can save the Cross Processing settings used in that image. A total of three Cross Processing settings can be saved.

  • Page 132: Setting The Digital Filter

    Setting the Digital Filter You can apply a filter effect when taking pictures. The following filters can be selected. Filter Name Effect Parameter Shading Level: Low/Medium/High For taking pictures that Blur: Low/Medium/High Toy Camera look as if taken with a toy Tone Break: Red/Green/Blue/ camera.
  • Page 133 • Digital Filter is not available in the following situations. - when the capture mode is set to Z (Night Scene HDR)/p (HDR) of H (Scene) mode - when [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW+] • When Digital Filter is set, Multi-exposure and HDR Capture are not available. •...

  • Page 134: Saving Frequently Used Functions To The Quick Dial

    Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. • You can also change the settings from the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. • Select [Not use any filters] in Step 3 to finish shooting with a digital filter. •...

  • Page 135: Take A Picture

    Use the four-way controller (45) to select the desired setting. To make detailed settings for Smart Effect, press the mc button. Repeat Steps 3 and 4. Save the settings to the other positions in the same way. Press the 4 button. The setting assigned to each position is saved.

  • Page 136: Setting The Smart Effect

    Setting the Smart Effect You can set and capture images with a variety of effects. Select from the following types of effects. • Brilliant Color • Tone Expansion • Unicolor Bold • Bold Monochrome • Vintage Color • Water Color •...
  • Page 137 Shooting with Smart Effect • The file format is fixed to [JPEG]. • Multi-exposure, HDR Capture, Custom Image and Digital Filter are not available. Turn the quick dial to select the position 1 to 4. The effect saved in the selected position is loaded, and the camera is ready to take a picture.

  • Page 138: Saving The Camera Settings

    Saving the Camera Settings You can save the current camera settings and retrieve them later on by the quick dial operation. Set necessary settings. Select from USER 1 to 3 in Step 4 USER 1 USER 1 on p.134. USER 1 USER 1 USER Mode Manager USER Mode Manager...
  • Page 139 Saving a Thumbnail Image to the USER Mode If you take an image that you like, you can save the image along with the settings used in that image to make it even easier to replicate the look of the image. Select from USER 1 to 3 to which settings were saved on the screen in Step 2 on p.136.

  • Page 140: Setting The Green Button And E-Dial Functions

    Setting the Green Button and E-dial Functions Setting the Green Button Operation You can assign one of the following functions to the d/i button and access the function by simply pressing the button when shooting. Green Button Resets the values being adjusted. (default setting) While the d/i button is pressed, you can check the depth of Preview field by stopping down the aperture to the set value.
  • Page 141 Setting the One Push File Format When [One Push File Format] is assigned to the d/i button, specify the function settings. Select [One Push File Format] in Step 2 on p.138. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Cancel after 1 shot], and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or The recording format returns to the original file format after a picture is taken.

  • Page 142: Setting The E-Dial Operation In E Mode

    Setting the E-dial Operation in e Mode Set the value to be changed with the e-dial when the capture mode is set to e (Program Automatic Exposure) mode. Select [Green Button] in Step 2 on p.138. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [E-dial in Program], and press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 143: Setting The Green Button Operation In A Mode

    Setting the Green Button Operation in a Mode You can set the function of the d/i button when the capture mode is set to a (Manual Exposure) mode. Select [Green Button] in Step 2 on p.138. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Action in M Mode], and press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 144: Setting The Lens Functions

    Setting the Lens Functions You can set the lens functions. Depending on the type of the lens attached, available functions differ. Setting the ND Filter Sets whether to use the ND filter built-in to the lens. Press the M button in Capture mode. The control panel appears.

  • Page 145: Correcting Lens Distortion

    Correcting Lens Distortion Reduces lens distortions occurring due to lens properties. Select [Distortion Correction] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [On] or [Off], and press HDR Capture HDR Capture Multi-exposure Multi-exposure...
  • Page 146 Memo...

  • Page 147: Playback Functions

    Playback Functions This chapter describes how to use the various playback functions. Playback Functions Operation ......146 Setting the Playback Display Method ....148 Enlarging Images ..........149 Displaying Multiple Images ....... 150 Displaying Rotated Images ....... 157 Deleting Multiple Images ........158 Connecting the Camera to an AV Device ..

  • Page 148: Playback Functions Operation

    Playback Functions Operation Make settings related to playing back images in the playback mode palette or [Q Playback] menu. For details on how to use the menus, refer to “Using the Menus” (p.32). Playback Mode Palette Items Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode to display the playback mode palette.

  • Page 149: Playback Menu Items

    Item Function Page Divides a movie and deletes unwanted [ Movie Editing p.112 segments. Sets the number of prints and whether to *1 *2 r DPOF print the date on images saved on the p.196 SD Memory Card. *1 This cannot be performed when a movie is displayed. *2 This cannot be performed when a RAW image is displayed.

  • Page 150: Setting The Playback Display Method

    Setting the Playback Display Method You can set the initial magnification when enlarging images, and whether to display the Bright/Dark Area warning in Playback mode. Select [Quick Zoom] in the [Q Playback 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the magnification, and Slideshow...

  • Page 151: Enlarging Images

    Enlarging Images Images can be enlarged up to 16 times in Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image in Playback mode. Turn the e-dial to the right (toward y). The image enlarges at each click (1.2 to 16 times).

  • Page 152: Displaying Multiple Images

    Displaying Multiple Images Multi-image Display Screen You can display 4, 9, 20, 42 or 90 thumbnail images on the monitor at the same time. The default setting is nine-image display. Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f) in Playback mode. The multi-image display screen appears.

  • Page 153: Displaying Images By Folder

    Displaying Images by Folder Images will be grouped and displayed by the folder in which they are saved. In the multi-image display screen, turn the e-dial to the left (toward f) again. The folder display screen appears. The number of images saved in the selected folder appears at the top right of the screen.

  • Page 154: Displaying Images By Shooting Date (Calendar Display)

    Displaying Images by Shooting Date (Calendar Display) Images will be grouped and displayed by the shooting date. In the multi-image display screen, press the M button. The [Multi-img Display Setting] screen appears. Press the M button again. The calendar display screen appears. Number of images shot on this date Only the dates when pictures were taken...

  • Page 155: Joining Multiple Images (Index)

    Joining Multiple Images (Index) Join a number of images together and display them as an index print. You can have the camera select the images to include or you can select the images to include in the index print, and the images will be randomly arranged or displayed by file number depending on the layout selected.
  • Page 156 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Selection], and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select a type of image selection, and press the 4 button. Picks images automatically from all of the images u Auto saved.

  • Page 157: Playing Back Images Continuously

    Playing Back Images Continuously You can play back all images saved on your SD Memory Card successively in the slideshow. Setting the Slideshow Display Sets how images will be displayed during Slideshow. Select [Slideshow] in the [Q Playback 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5).

  • Page 158: Starting The Slideshow

    Starting the Slideshow Select [Start] in Step 2 on p.155, and press the 4 button. Or, select u (Slideshow) in the playback mode palette, and press the 4 button. The start screen is displayed and the Start Start slideshow begins. Available operations 4 button Pauses/resumes playback.

  • Page 159: Displaying Rotated Images

    Displaying Rotated Images You can change the rotation information of an image and save it. Images with changed image rotation information are displayed at the changed orientation during playback. • You cannot change the rotation information of the following images. - Protected images - Images without a rotation information tag •...

  • Page 160: Deleting Multiple Images

    Deleting Multiple Images You can delete multiple images at once. Be aware that deleted images cannot be restored. 1Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) (p.194) Deleting Selected Images You can delete multiple images in the multi-image display at once. • Protected images cannot be selected. •...

  • Page 161: Deleting A Folder

    Press the d/i button. The delete confirmation screen appears. Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Select & Delete], and press the 4 button. The selected images are deleted. Deleting a Folder You can delete a selected folder and all the images in it. Turn the e-dial two clicks to the left (toward f) in Playback mode.

  • Page 162: Deleting All Images

    Deleting All Images You can delete all saved images at once. Select [Delete All Images] in the [Q Playback 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The confirmation screen for deleting all images is displayed. Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All Images], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 163: Connecting The Camera To An Av Device

    Connecting the Camera to an AV Device You can connect the camera to a TV or other device with a video input terminal or HDMI input terminal and play back images. • For an AV device with multiple video input terminals, check the operating manual of the AV device, and select a suitable video input terminal for connecting the camera.

  • Page 164: Setting The Video/Hdmi Output Format

    Connect the other end of the cable to the video input terminal on the AV device. Turn the AV device and camera on. The camera turns on in video mode or HDMI mode, and the camera information is displayed on the screen of the connected AV device. When using the video output, images are output at normal resolution regardless of the resolution supported by the AV device.

  • Page 165: Selecting The Hdmi Output Format

    The video output format differs depending on the region. When you set [Setting the Time] in the World Time setting (p.181) to X (Destination), the video output setting changes to the video output format for that city. Refer to “List of World Time Cities”...
  • Page 166 Memo...

  • Page 167: Editing Images

    Editing Images This chapter describes how to edit the captured images. Changing the Image Size ........166 Processing Images ..........168 Developing RAW Images ........174...

  • Page 168: Changing The Image Size

    Changing the Image Size Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels (Resize) Changes the number of recorded pixels, and saves the image as a new file. • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized. • Images already resized to S or Z with this camera cannot be resized. Select an image to resize in Playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3).

  • Page 169: Cropping Out Part Of The Image (Cropping)

    Cropping Out Part of the Image (Cropping) Crops out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new image. The aspect ratio can also be changed. • Only JPEG or RAW images captured with this camera can be cropped. •...

  • Page 170: Processing Images

    Processing Images Processing Images with Digital Filters You can edit captured images using digital filters. The following filters are available. Filter Name Effect Parameter Filter Effect: OFF/Red/Green/Blue/ Creates a monochrome Infrared Filter Monochrome image such as a black-and- white photo. Toning (B-A): 7 levels Shading Level: Low/Medium/High Creates an image that...
  • Page 171 Filter Name Effect Parameter Lessens the tone of the image to create an image Posterization Intensity: 1 to 5 that looks as though it was hand-drawn. Creates an image that Fish-eye looks as though taken with Low/Medium/High a fish-eye lens. Toning (B-A): 7 levels Creates an image with the Retro...
  • Page 172 Select an image for applying the digital filter in Playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3). The playback mode palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select D (Digital Filter), and press the 4 button. The screen to select a filter appears. Use the four-way controller 100-0001 100-0001...

  • Page 173: Recreating Filter Effects

    Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Use filters in Continue selecting filters? Continue selecting filters? combination] or [Save as], and press the 4 button. Use filters in combination Use filters in combination Save as Save as Select [Use filters in combination] when you Cancel Cancel want to apply additional filters to the same...
  • Page 174 Press the 4 button. The image selection screen appears. Use the e-dial to select an image 100-0001 100-0001 for applying the same filter Performs digital filter Performs digital filter processing to this image processing to this image effects, and press the 4 button. You can only select an image that has not been processed with a filter.

  • Page 175: Editing Out The Unwanted Red-Eye Effect

    Editing Out the Unwanted Red-eye Effect You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes. • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be used for the Red-eye Edit function. • The Red-eye Edit function does not work on images where red eyes cannot be detected on the camera.

  • Page 176: Developing Raw Images

    Developing RAW Images You can convert captured RAW images into JPEG images, and save them as a new file. Only RAW images captured with this camera can be developed. RAW images captured with other cameras cannot be developed on this camera. Developing One RAW Image Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode.
  • Page 177 The following parameters can be changed. Parameter Value Page Aspect Ratio p.117 K/J/I/L JPEG recorded pixels corresponding to Recorded Pixels p.118 the aspect ratio Quality Level p.119 C/D/E Color Space sRGB/AdobeRGB p.119 Bright/Natural/Portrait/Landscape/Vibrant/ Custom Image Radiant/Muted/Bleach Bypass/Reversal p.126 Film/Monochrome/Cross Processing F/G/H/^/JD/JN/JW/JL/I/ White Balance p.120...

  • Page 178: Developing Multiple Raw Images

    Developing Multiple RAW Images You can develop multiple RAW images with the same settings. Select [Developing Multiple Images] in Step 3 on p.174, and press the 4 button. The multi-image display screen appears. Refer to p.150 for details on operations in the multi-image display screen. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the RAW images to be developed, and press the 4 button.

  • Page 179: Changing Additional Settings

    Changing Additional Settings This chapter describes how to change additional settings. How to Operate the Set-up Menu ...... 178 Camera Settings..........180 File Management Settings........193...

  • Page 180: How To Operate The Set-Up Menu

    How to Operate the Set-up Menu Perform general settings related to the camera in the [R Set-up] menu. For details on how to use the menus, refer to “Using the Menus” (p.32). Set-up Menu Items Perform the following settings in the [R Set-up 1-3] menus. Press the 3 button in Capture/Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) or e-dial to display the [R Set-up 1-3] menus.
  • Page 181 Menu Item Function Page Create New Creates a new folder on the SD Memory p.195 Folder Card. You can save battery power by setting the Power Saving display to dim automatically when no p.184 operation is performed for 10 seconds. Sets the time until the camera turns off Auto Power Off p.184...

  • Page 182: Camera Settings

    Camera Settings Setting the Sound Effects, Date and Time, and Display Language Setting the Sound Effects You can turn the camera operation sound on or off, or change its volume. The sound for the following items can be set. • In-focus •...

  • Page 183: Setting The World Time

    Changing the Date and Time Display You can change the initial date and time settings, and their display formats. Set in [Date Adjustment] of the [R Set-up 1] menu. 1Setting the Date and Time (p.48) Setting the World Time The date and time set in “Initial Settings” (p.47) serve as the date and time of your present location.
  • Page 184 Press the four-way controller (3) to select [DST], and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. Select O if the destination city uses daylight saving time (DST). Press the 4 button. The destination setting is saved and the screen that was displayed in Step 2 appears again.

  • Page 185: List Of World Time Cities

    List of World Time Cities Video Video Region City Output Region City Output Format Format North Honolulu NTSC Africa/ Istanbul America West Asia Anchorage NTSC Cairo Vancouver NTSC Jerusalem San Francisco NTSC Nairobi Los Angeles NTSC Jeddah Calgary NTSC Tehran Denver NTSC Dubai...

  • Page 186: Setting The Monitor And The Menu Display

    Setting the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. Set in [Language/u] of the [R Set-up 1] menu. 1Setting the Display Language (p.47) Setting the Monitor and the Menu Display Minimizing Battery Consumption You can set the monitor to dim and the camera to turn off automatically if unused for a certain length of time.
  • Page 187 Setting the Capture Mode Display Method Sets the monitor display method in Capture mode. Select [LCD View Options] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [LCD View Options] screen appears. Press the four-way controller LCD View Options LCD View Options (5), use the four-way controller...

  • Page 188: Setting The Display For Instant Review

    Setting the Initial Menu Tab Displayed Set the initial menu tab displayed on the monitor when the 3 button is pressed. Select [12. Save Menu Location] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [12. Save Menu Location] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset Menu Location] or [Save Menu Location], and press the 4 button.
  • Page 189 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Enlarge Instant Review], [Histogram] or [Bright/Dark Area], and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. Enlarge Instant You can enlarge the image with the e-dial. (p.149) Review Histogram Shows the brightness distribution of an image. (p.26) Bright (overexposed) portions blink red and dark Bright/Dark Area (underexposed) portions blink yellow.

  • Page 190: Pixel Mapping

    Press the 4 button. Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Correcting Defective Pixels in the CMOS Sensor (Pixel Mapping) Pixel Mapping is a function for mapping out and correcting defective pixels in the CMOS sensor.

  • Page 191: Selecting Settings To Save In The Camera (Memory)

    Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory) You can select which function settings to save when the camera is turned off. The following function settings can be saved. Function Default Setting Function Default Setting Flash Mode Flash Exposure Comp. Drive Mode Focus Position White Balance...

  • Page 192: Resetting The Menus

    • Set [File No.] to O (On) to continue the sequential numbering (four digits) for the file name even if a new folder is created. The file number of the last image saved to the previous folder is saved and subsequent images are assigned sequential file numbers even if a new folder is created.

  • Page 193: Checking The Camera Version Information

    If an update file for the firmware is released, you can update the camera to the latest firmware version. Refer to the PENTAX website for more information and procedural details regarding updates. Select [Firmware Version Info] in the [R Set-up 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5).
  • Page 194 • You cannot return a camera to its previous firmware version after updating it. • Before running the update, be sure to save the data on your SD Memory Card to a computer or other location. • When the battery level is low, [Not enough battery power remaining to update the firmware] is displayed on the monitor.

  • Page 195: File Management Settings

    When an SD Memory Card is formatted, the volume label assigned to the card is “Q10”. When this camera is connected to a computer, the SD Memory Card is recognized as a removable disk with the name “Q10”.

  • Page 196: Protecting Images From Deletion (Protect)

    Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. Even protected images are deleted if the inserted SD Memory Card is formatted. Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode. The playback mode palette appears. Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Z (Protect), and press the 4 button.

  • Page 197: Changing The Naming System For Folders

    Changing the Naming System for Folders When images are captured with this camera, a folder is automatically created and the captured images are stored in the new folder. Each folder name consists of a sequential number from 100 to 999 and a string of 5 characters. You can change the folder name in [Folder Name] of the [R Set-up 2] menu.

  • Page 198: Setting The Dpof Settings

    Setting the DPOF Settings By adding DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings to stored images on the SD Memory Card, you can specify the number of copies and whether to imprint the date on the images in advance and order conventional photograph prints by taking this SD Memory Card to a store for printing.
  • Page 199 Press the mc button to select O or P for printing the date. The date will be printed. The date will not be printed. Repeat Steps 4 to 6 to make DPOF settings for other images. Press the 4 button. The DPOF settings for the selected image is saved and the camera returns to Playback mode.
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  • Page 201: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer This chapter explains how to connect the camera to a computer, install the supplied CD-ROM, etc. Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer ............200 Saving Images on a Computer ......201 Using the Provided Software ......203...

  • Page 202: Manipulating Captured Images On A Computer

    Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer The captured still pictures and movies can be transferred to a computer by connecting the camera using a USB cable, and RAW images can be developed using the provided software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio”. We recommend the following system requirements to connect the camera to a computer or to use the software.

  • Page 203: Saving Images On A Computer

    Saving Images on a Computer Setting the USB Connection Mode Set the USB connection mode when connecting the camera to a computer. Select [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [MSC] or [PTP], and press the 4 button.

  • Page 204: Connecting The Camera And A Computer

    The camera is recognized as a removable disk or an SD Memory Card with a volume label “Q10”. If the “Q10” dialog appears when the camera is turned on, select [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] and click the OK button.

  • Page 205: Using The Provided Software

    Using the Provided Software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX” is included on the CD-ROM (S-SW131). With the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, you can develop RAW files, adjust the color of the images and other settings, and save the new images as a JPEG or TIFF file.
  • Page 206 Click [SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX]. For Macintosh, follow the instructions on the screen to perform subsequent steps. Select the desired language in the [Choose Setup Language] screen, and click [OK]. When the [InstallShield Wizard] screen appears in the selected language, click [Next].
  • Page 207 Regarding Product Registration To better serve you, please take a moment to register your software. Click [Product Registration] on the screen in Step 3 on p.204. A world map for Internet Product Registration is displayed. If a computer is connected to the Internet, click the displayed country or region and then follow the instructions to register your software.
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  • Page 209: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash This chapter provides details on the built-in flash and describes how to take pictures with an external flash. Using the Built-in Flash ........208 Using an External Flash (Optional) ....211...

  • Page 210: Using The Built-In Flash

    Using the Built-in Flash Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode Using the Flash in b Mode • When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to change the blur effect. • The aperture value automatically changes according to the ambient brightness.

  • Page 211: Using The Trailing Curtain Sync

    Using the Trailing Curtain Sync Trailing Curtain Sync discharges the flash immediately before the shutter closes. When shooting moving objects with a slow shutter speed, Trailing Curtain Sync and Slow-speed Sync produce different effects depending on when the flash is discharged. For example, when shooting a moving car with Trailing Curtain Sync, trailing light is captured while the shutter is open and the flash captures the car immediately before the shutter is closed.

  • Page 212: Lens Compatibility With The Built-In Flash

    Calculating Shooting Distance from Aperture Value The following equation calculates the effective distance of the flash. Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide number ÷ Aperture value Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ÷ 6 * * The value 6 used in the formula above is a fixed value which applies only when using the built-in flash alone.

  • Page 213: Using An External Flash (Optional)

    Using an External Flash (Optional) Using an optional external flash AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF200FG or AF160FC enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode, depending on the external flash being used. ×:Not available z: Available Flash Built-in AF540FGZ AF200FG Flash...

  • Page 214: Using P-Ttl Mode

    Using P-TTL Mode You can use the P-TTL auto flash with an AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF200FG or AF160FC flash unit. Remove the cover of the hot shoe, and attach the external flash. Turn on the camera and the external flash. Set the external flash mode to [P-TTL]. Confirm that the external flash is fully charged, and then take a picture.

  • Page 215: Connecting An External Flash With An Extension Cord

    Connecting an External Flash with an Extension Cord Attach the Hot Shoe Adapter F (optional) to the camera hot shoe and an Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F (optional) to the bottom of the external flash, and connect these with the Extension Cord F5P (optional) as shown in the illustration below.
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  • Page 217: Appendix

    Appendix Default Settings ..........216 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations ............. 222 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor ....... 224 Error Messages ..........225 Troubleshooting ..........227 Main Specifications ..........230 Index ..............236 WARRANTY POLICY .......... 242...

  • Page 218: Default Settings

    Default Settings The table below shows the factory default settings. The functions set in Memory (p.189) are saved even when the camera is turned off. Reset Setting Yes: The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.190). No: The setting is saved even after reset.
  • Page 219 [A Rec. Mode] Menu Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Custom Image Bright p.126 Digital Filter Not use any filters p.130 Aspect Ratio p.117 File Format JPEG p.117 Image Capture JPEG Recorded Pixels E (4000×3000) p.118 Settings JPEG Quality (Best) p.119 Color Space sRGB...
  • Page 220 Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Green Button Green Button Cancel after 1 (On) shot p.138 One Push Green JPEG/RAW/ File Format Button RAW+ File All RAW+ Format Action in M Mode P LINE p.141 E-dial in Program P SHIFT p.140 Show Grid h (Off)
  • Page 221 Playback Mode Palette Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Image Rotation — — p.157 Digital Filter Monochrome p.168 Red-eye Edit — — p.173 Maximum size Resize — p.166 according to the setting Maximum size Cropping — p.167 according to the setting Index —...
  • Page 222 [R Set-up] Menu Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting English p.184 Language/u Date Adjustment 01/01/2012 p.181 World Time W (Hometown) setting Hometown (City) According to initial setting World Time p.181 Hometown (DST) According to initial setting Destination (City) Same as Hometown Destination (DST) Same as Hometown Volume...
  • Page 223 [A Custom Setting] Menu Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting 1. AE-L with AF Locked p.81 2. Link AE to AF Point p.82 3. Auto Bracketing Order 0 – + p.78 4. Shake Reduction Options Mode1 p.94 5. WB When Using Flash Auto White Balance p.121 6.

  • Page 224: Functions Available With Various Lens Combinations

    Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations 01 STANDARD PRIME A group 02 STANDARD ZOOM 06 TELEPHOTO ZOOM 04 TOY WIDE B group 05 TOY TELEPHOTO z : Available C group 03 FISH-EYE # : Restricted × : Not available D group ADAPTER Q FOR K MOUNT LENS Lens Type A group...

  • Page 225: Using A K-Mount Lens

    *6 Light is unevenly distributed. *7 When using the lens shutter built-in to the adapter *8 Set the aperture manually. *9 Light may be unevenly distributed. Using a K-Mount Lens A K-mount lens can be attached to this camera with the use of the optional Adapter Q for K Mount Lens.

  • Page 226: Cleaning The Cmos Sensor

    Cleaning the CMOS Sensor If the CMOS sensor becomes dirty or dusty, shadows may appear in the image in certain situations such as when shooting against a white background. This indicates that the CMOS sensor must be cleaned. Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor (Dust Removal) Shaking the CMOS sensor removes dust that has collected.

  • Page 227: Error Messages

    Error Messages Error Messages Description The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or Memory card full delete unwanted images. (p.42, p.158) You may be able to save more images if you change the image capture settings.
  • Page 228 Error Messages Description Appears when trying to update the firmware if the Not enough battery battery level is insufficient. Install a fully charged power remaining to battery, or use the AC adapter kit (optional). update the firmware (p.40) Unable to update firmware. Unable to update the firmware.

  • Page 229: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it back in again. After these procedures are done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center.
  • Page 230 Problem Cause Remedy The subject is too Move away from the subject and take a close picture. Autofocus does not work The focus method Set [Focus Method] to =. (p.84) is set to \ Autofocus is not locked (focus lock) when [Autofocus Method] is set to [Face Detection] or [Tracking].
  • Page 231 Problem Cause Remedy The Shake Reduction function Set [Shake Reduction] to on. (p.93) is off Shutter speed is too slow for the Shake Shake Reduction function Set [Shake Reduction] to off and use a Reduction does to be effective when tripod.

  • Page 232: Main Specifications

    Main Specifications Model Description Type Lens-interchangeable SL digital camera Lens Mount PENTAX bayonet Q-mount Compatible Lens Q-mount lenses Image Capture Unit Image Sensor Type: CMOS sensor with a primary color filter, Size: 1/2.3-inch Effective Pixels Approx. 12.4 megapixels Total Pixels Approx.
  • Page 233 LCD Monitor Type TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing Size 3.0 inches Dots Approx. 460,000 dots Adjustment Brightness and colors adjustable Field of View: approx. 100%, Grid display (4 × 4 Grid, Golden Display Section, Scale display), Bright/dark area warning, Histogram White Balance Auto TTL by CMOS image sensor...
  • Page 234 Lens shutter: 1/2000 - 30 seconds (1/3 EV step, 1/8000 - 30 seconds when Electronic Shutter is enabled), Bulb Shutter *When using a lens that has no lens shutter; shooting at 1/8000 - 2 seconds with the electronic shutter is available, Bulb shooting is not available.
  • Page 235 Movie File Format MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 a (1920×1080, K, 30 fps), b (1280×720, K, 30 fps), Recorded Pixels c (640×480, I, 30 fps) Sound Built-in monaural microphone Up to 25 minutes; automatically stops recording if the internal Recording Time temperature of the camera becomes high. Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Custom Image Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross...
  • Page 236 Accessories USB Cable I-USB7, Strap O-ST131, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI68, Battery Charger D-BC68P, AC plug cord, Software (CD-ROM) S-SW131 Package Contents <Mounted on the camera> Hot shoe cover F , Body mount cover Software SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX...
  • Page 237 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time When using the fully charged battery Flash Photography Normal Playback Battery Temperature Shooting Time 50% Use 100% Use D-LI68 23°C 160 minutes The image storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards, while other data is based on our measuring conditions.

  • Page 238: Index

    Index Symbols Action in M Mode ....141 Adding the date (DPOF) ..197 Q (Playback) button AdobeRGB ......119 ........19, 21, 59 AE Lock ........80 d/i (Green/Delete) button AE Metering ......82 ......19, 21, 60, 138 AF area ........87 mc (EV Compensation) button AF Assist Light ....17, 85 ........
  • Page 239 Bold Monochrome (Smart Effect) Cross Processing (Smart Effect) ..........134 ..........134 Bracketing shooting ....78 f (White Balance) ...120 Bright (Custom Image) ..126 Custom Image ......126 Bright areas ....28, 123 [A Custom Setting] menu Bright/Dark Area warning ........65, 221 ......
  • Page 240 mc (EV Compensation) button Format ........193 ........19, 21, 77 Four-way controller (2345) Exposure ........ 73 ......19, 21, 30, 62 Exposure Bracketing ....78 Frame Composite (Digital Filter) Exposure mode ...... 74 ..........169 Exposure Setting ....106 Frame rate ......105 External flash .......
  • Page 241 Input Focal Length ....223 Menu operation ......32 Installing software ....203 Menu tab display ....186 Instant Review ....53, 186 Metering method ....82 Interval Movie ...... 109 MF Assist ........90 Interval Shooting ....101 \ (Manual focus) ...84, 90 Invert Color (Digital Filter) Microphones ......17 ........
  • Page 242 PAL ........162 Red-eye Edit ......173 PC/AV terminal .... 161, 202 Red-eye Reduction ..55, 212 Pet Z ........69 Release-priority ......86 Pixel Mapping ...... 188 Remote Control ......96 Pixels ......105, 118 Remote control receiver ..17 Playback ........ 59 Reset ........190 Q (Playback) button Resize ........166 ........
  • Page 243 Shutter Priority Automatic b (Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure mode b ....74 Exposure) mode .....74 Shutter release button ..19, 21 SILKYPIX Developer Studio Unicolor Bold (Smart Effect) ..........203 ..........134 Sketch Filter (Digital Filter) Updating software ....191 ..........169 USB Connection ....201 Slideshow ......

  • Page 244: 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 245 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 warranty policy.
  • Page 246 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 247: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION Located at: 633 17 Street, Suite 2600 Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A. Phone: 800-877-0155 FAX: 303-790-1131 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
  • Page 248 Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
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  • Page 252 23D, Jun Yao International Plaza, 789 Zhaojiabang Road, CHINA CO., LTD. Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032, CHINA (http://www.pentax.com.cn) http://www.pentax.jp/english • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. 58282 Copyright © PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD. 2012 R01DTI12 Printed in Philippines...

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