Page 1 SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX I/J 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: About The Battery
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in.
Page 6: Care To Be Taken During Handling
Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the Reach of Small Children Warning • Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children. 1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious personal injuries.
Page 7: Cleaning Your Camera
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. 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.286 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 I Characteristics ............16 Checking the Contents of the Package........19 Names and Functions of Working Parts ........20 Capture Mode ..................21 Playback Mode ...................23 Monitor....................25...
Page 10 Basic Operations Basic Shooting Operation ............66 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ......66 Using a Zoom Lens................68 Using the Built-in Flash ............... 69 Setting the Flash Mode...............69 Using Built-in Flash................72 Playing Back Images ..............73 Playing Back Images ................73 Deleting a Single Image..............74 Shooting Functions How to Operate the Shooting Functions ........
Page 11 Taking Pictures Continuously ..........132 Continuous Shooting ................132 Interval Shooting................133 Multi-exposure ..................136 Shooting while Adjusting the Settings (Auto Bracketing) ..138 Shooting while the Exposure is Automatically Changed (Exposure Bracketing)..................138 Shooting while Adjusting Other Settings (Extended Bracketing) ..141 Taking Pictures Using Digital Filters........143 Shooting with Live View ............
Page 12 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature ......188 Setting the Color Space..............189 Correcting Images ..............190 Adjusting Brightness .................190 Lens Correction ................193 Adjusting the Composition ..............195 Setting the Image Finishing Tone..........197 Setting Custom Image ..............197 Setting Cross Processing ..............200 Storing Frequently Used Settings ..........
Page 13 Processing Images Changing the Image Size ............230 Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels and Quality Level (Resize) ....................230 Cutting Out Part of the Image (Cropping) .........231 Processing Images with Digital Filters ........233 Applying the Digital Filter ..............235 Recreating Filter Effects ..............236 Developing RAW Images............
Page 14 Setting the USB Connection Mode ...........279 Connecting the Camera and a Computer .........280 Using the Provided Software ............ 281 Installing the Software ..............281 Screens of the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4......283 Appendix Default Settings................288 Resetting the Menus ..............296 Resetting the Rec.
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 camera characteristics, 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. I Characteristics ........16 Checking the Contents of the Package ....19 Names and Functions of Working Parts ....20 How to Change Function Settings ......40 Using the Mode Dial ..........45...
Page 18: I Characteristics
I Characteristics • Features a 23.7×15.7 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 16.28 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. • Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.
Page 19 Shake Reduction (SR) Shake Reduction (SR) on this camera features a PENTAX original system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds, compensating for camera shake.
Page 20 About the J Compared with the I, the J is superior in its ability to express the fine details, which enables taking even higher definition images. Please note the following to enjoy the high resolution of your J to the fullest. Relationship between High Resolution and Aperture When taking photographs in situations where the ability to record fine details is important, an open aperture up to an aperture of F8 is...
Page 21: 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 Eyecup F ME viewfinder cap (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) Triangular ring and Sync socket 2P cap Body mount cover protective cover (Installed on camera)
Page 22: Names And Functions Of Working Parts
Names and Functions of Working Parts Built-in flash Hot shoe Strap lug Strap lug AF assist light X-sync socket Mirror Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver AF coupler Lens mount index Lens information Lens unlock button contacts Diopter adjustment lever Speaker LCD Panel Microphone Image plane...
Page 23: Capture Mode
Capture Mode Functions of buttons and dials used during shooting are noted. The factory default setting of each part is explained here, but some parts have multiple functions and work differently depending on the selected setting. 1 m (EV Compensation) 3 Shutter release button button Press to capture images.
Page 24: Mode Dial
6 Lens unlock button e Rear e-dial (S) Press to detach a lens. (p.57) Changes the settings. You can change the menu 7 E (Flash pop-up) button when a menu screen is Press to pop up the built-in displayed. (p.43) flash.
Page 25: Playback Mode
l Four-way controller m 3 button (2345) Displays the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.79). Press this button Displays the Drive Mode/Flash when a menu screen is Mode/White Balance/Custom displayed to return to the Image setup menu. (p.78) previous screen. When the control panel or a menu screen is displayed, use this to move the cursor or...
Page 26: Shutter Release Button
1 m (EV Compensation) 9 L button button When the file format of the last captured image is JPEG, and Press in the enlarged view to its data still remains in the increase the magnification. buffer memory, press this (p.211) button to save the image in 2 Shutter release button RAW format.
Page 27: Monitor
Monitor The various information appears on the monitor depending on the status of the camera. The brightness and the color of the monitor can be adjusted. (p.260, p.261) At Start-up or when Operating the Mode Dial Guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds (default setting) when the camera is switched on or the mode dial is turned.
Page 28 Capture Mode While shooting, the status screen is displayed showing the current shooting function settings. You can change the type of the screen displayed by pressing the M button. AF.S ISO AUTO Setting Adjustment Range 2000 200-1600 ±0.0 AUTO 1600 AUTO ±0±0 JPEG...
Page 29: Status Screen
Status screen (All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may differ.) USER AF.S SHIFT 2000 +1.0 1600 AUTO G1A1 1234 JPEG Exposure Mode (p.88) EV bar AE Lock (p.107) Flash Mode (p.69) Interval Shooting (p.133)/Multi- Drive Mode (p.78) exposure (p.136)/Extended White Balance (p.183) Bracketing (p.141)/Digital Filter...
Page 30: Control Panel
Control panel Press the M button in the status screen to display the control panel and change settings. (p.41) ISO AUTO Setting Adjustment Range 200-1600 AUTO JPEG Function name Digital Filter (p.143) ISO AUTO Setting (p.84) HDR Capture (p.191) AUTO AF Point Setting (p.113) File Format (p.180) Highlight Correction (p.190) JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.178)
Page 31 Electronic level display This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level. When [Electronic Level] is set to O (On), press the M button while the control panel is displayed to view the electronic level. When [Electronic Level] is assigned to the |/Y button, press the |/Y button to switch the display on/off.
Page 32 When holding the camera vertically If the camera is held vertically while measuring ISO AUTO Setting the brightness, the status screen or control Adjustment Range panel is displayed vertically. The directions of 200-1600 AUTO the four-way controller (2345) also change to match the orientation of the camera.
Page 33 The type of information display that is shown first during playback is the same as that of the last playback in the previous session. If [Playback Info Display] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] of the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu, the [Standard] screen is always displayed first when the camera is turned on.
Page 34 Rotation information (p.219) Flash Exposure Compensation (p.71) Captured image Exposure Mode (p.88) Sensitivity (p.83) Shake Reduction (p.122)/ White Balance (p.183) Horizon Correction (p.123) White Balance fine-tuning (p.184) Protect (p.222) File Format (p.180) Folder number-File number Recorded Pixels (p.152, p.178) (p.263) Quality Level (p.152, p.179) Drive Mode (p.78) Color Space (p.189)
Page 35: 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 36: 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 37 Guide Indicators The following indicators appear on the monitor to indicate the keys, buttons and e-dials that can be operated at that time. Example: Four-way controller (2) 4 button Four-way controller (3) Green button Four-way controller (4) L button Four-way controller (5) i button Front e-dial Shutter release button...
Page 38: Viewfinder
Viewfinder The following information appears in the viewfinder. AF frame Spot metering frame (p.104) AF point (p.113) Flash indicator (p.69) Lit: when the flash is available. Blinks: when the flash is recommended but not set or is being charged. Focus Mode (p.116) Appears when the focus mode is set to \.
Page 39 ISO/ISO AUTO Appears when the sensitivity is displayed. Sensitivity/Remaining image storage capacity Underlined when the sensitivity can be adjusted. Displays the number of recordable images immediately after shooting. Displays the compensation value while adjusting the EV compensation. Displays the amount of deviation from the correct exposure when the exposure mode is set to a or M and [Electronic Level] is set to O (On).
Page 40: Lcd Panel
LCD Panel The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. Shutter speed/ Flash Mode (p.78) Countdown of Noise Reduction : Built-in flash is ready processing time (p.85) (when blinking, flash should be used) Aperture value : Noise Reduction is : Red-eye Reduction >...
Page 41 Electronic level display When the camera is not level, a bar graph indicating the horizontal camera angle is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. When level (at 0°) When tilted 5° to the left When held vertically and tilted 3° to the right •...
Page 42: How To Change Function Settings
How to Change Function Settings Function settings can be changed using the direct keys, control panel or menus. Some functions can be changed using both the control panel and menus. This section explains the basic ways to change function settings. Using the Direct Keys In Capture mode, you can set Drive Mode, Flash Mode, White Balance and Custom Image by pressing the four-way controller (2345).
Page 43: Using The Control Panel
While direct key operation is enabled, the guide indicators for the direct keys are displayed in blue (when [Status Screen] (p.258) in the [R Set-up 1] menu is set to [Display Color 1]). Direct key operation is not available when the AF point switching dial is set to j and the AF point is being changed.
Page 44: Using The Menus
Press the 3 button or the shutter release button halfway. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • Press the 4 button in Step 3 to display the detailed setting screen for the selected item.
Page 45 Press the four-way controller (5) 2 3 4 5 twice or turn the rear e-dial (S) File Format JPEG two clicks to the right (toward JPEG Recorded Pixels JPEG Quality AF Settings Lens Correction Each time the four-way controller ( ) is pressed, the menu will change in the Exit...
Page 46 Press the 4 button. The setting is saved. Press the 3 button if a submenu is displayed. Next, set other items. Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. 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).
Page 47: Using The Mode Dial
Using the Mode Dial You can switch the exposure modes by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button. Dial indicator Mode dial Mode dial lock button Mode Characteristics Page...
Page 48 Mode Characteristics Page The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 second. Use this when using an external flash that does not p.102 Flash X-sync Speed automatically set the sync speed. Lets you capture images with the saved exposure p.202 mode. Up to five settings can be saved. Use this to record movies.
Page 49: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..........48 Inserting the Battery ..........49 Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card ...54 Attaching a Lens ..........56 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ......58 Turning the Camera On and Off ......59 Initial Settings ............60...
Page 50: Attaching The Strap
Attaching the Strap Pass the end of the strap through the protective cover and triangular ring. Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp. Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner as described above.
Page 51: Inserting The Battery
Inserting the Battery Insert the battery into the camera. Use only a D-LI90 battery. 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.
Page 52: Inserting/Removing The Battery
• Do not use the provided battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries other than D-LI90. 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 battery may have reached the end of its service life)
Page 53: Battery Level Indicator
Face the 2 mark on the battery towards outside of the camera, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (3) and insert the battery. Insert until the battery locks. To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (3) with your finger.
Page 54: Using The Ac Adapter (Optional)
• y, F, C or D 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 on hand and keep them warm in your pocket.
Page 55: Of The Camera
Face the 2 mark on the DC terminal of the AC adapter towards the 2 mark on the camera, and connect the DC terminal to the DC input terminal of the camera. Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. Plug the AC cord into the power outlet.
Page 56: 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 57 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). Be sure to fully close the card cover. The camera will not turn on if the card cover is open.
Page 58: Attaching A Lens
Attaching a Lens Attach a proper lens to the camera’s body. When you use one of the following lenses with this camera, all the camera’s exposure modes will be available. (a) DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses (b) Lenses with an s (Auto) position, when used in the s position •...
Page 59 Align the Lens mount index (red dots; 3) on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks. After attaching, turn the lens counterclockwise to check that the lens is locked in place. Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward.
Page 60: Adjusting The Viewfinder Diopter
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter You can adjust the viewfinder diopter to suit your eyesight. The Eyecup F is attached to the viewfinder portion when the camera leaves the factory. The diopter can be adjusted with the eyecup attached. However, adjustment is easier with the eyecup removed. Remove the eyecup by pulling it out in the direction of the arrow.
Page 61: Turning The Camera On And Off
Turning the Camera On and Off Turn the main switch to [ON]. The camera will turn on. Set the main switch to the position [OFF] to turn off the camera. • Always turn the camera off when not in use. •...
Page 62: 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 the date and time by following the procedure Date Format...
Page 63 Use the four-way controller (45) Hometown to select a city. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to change the region. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” New York (p.255) for cities that can be selected as a hometown. MENU Cancel Press the four-way controller (3).
Page 64: Setting The Date And Time
Press the 4 button. The [Date Adjustment] screen appears. • You can change the text size from the [R Set-up 1] menu later. In this manual, the menu screens hereafter are described with [Text Size] set to [Standard]. • When the hometown and the date and time are not set, the [Initial Setting] screen or [Date Adjustment] screen will be displayed again next time the camera is turned on.
Page 65 Press the 4 button. The frame returns to [Date Format]. Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to the month. Use the four-way controller (23) Date Adjustment to set the month. Date Format mm/dd/yy Set the day and year in the same manner.
Page 66 Memo...
Page 67: Basic Operations
Basic Operations This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by setting mode dial to Green mode (automatic exposure according to the program line set to j) to ensure successful capturing. For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation ........66 Using the Built-in Flash ........69 Playing Back Images ..........73...
Page 68: Basic Shooting Operation
Basic Shooting Operation Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings This camera features various exposure modes, focus modes, and drive modes for expressing your photographic vision. This section explains how to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. Set the mode dial to B.
Page 69 Look through the viewfinder to view the subject. A zoom lens can be used to change the size of the subject in the viewfinder. (p.68) Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus (focus lock).
Page 70: Using A Zoom Lens
• Refer to p.90 for details on using B (Green) mode. • The beep that sounds when the image is focused can be turned off. (p.252) • You can set the camera so that pressing the = button will focus automatically, in the same way as pressing the shutter release button halfway.
Page 71: Using The Built-In Flash
Using the Built-in Flash Use the built-in flash when you want to take pictures in low light or backlit conditions. The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from 0.7 m to 5 m. Exposure will not be properly controlled and 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 set sensitivity.
Page 72 Flash Mode Function Sets to a slow shutter speed depending on the brightness. When using this to shoot a portrait with Slow-speed Sync the sunset in the background, both the person and the background are captured beautifully. Slow-speed Sync+ Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before Red-eye Reduction the main flash is discharged with Slow-speed Sync.
Page 73: Compensating For Flash Output
Compensating for Flash Output You can change the flash output in the range of -2.0 to +1.0. The flash compensation values are as follows for 1/3 EV and 1/2 EV. Step Interval Flash Compensation Value -2.0, -1.7, -1.3, -1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0 1/3 EV -2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0 1/2 EV...
Page 74: Using Built-In Flash
Using Built-in Flash Press the E button. The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, E appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. (p.36, p.38) Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. When the mode dial is at B, the flash is not discharged if the lighting conditions do not require flash for correction even when the flash is popped up.
Page 75: Playing Back Images
Playing Back 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 76: Deleting A Single Image
• When the file format of the last captured image is JPEG, and its data still remains in the buffer memory, you can save the image in RAW format by pressing the L button during playback. If the image was shot using any of the following settings, the corresponding RAW image listed is saved.
Page 77 Press the four-way controller (2) 100-0105 100-0105 to select [Delete]. Select a file format to delete for images saved in RAW+ format. Delete Cancel Deletes only the JPEG Delete JPEG image. Deletes only the RAW Delete RAW image. Delete Deletes images in both RAW+JPEG file formats.
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Page 79: Shooting Functions
Shooting Functions This chapter describes the various basic and advanced shooting functions available with this camera. How to Operate the Shooting Functions ....78 Setting the Exposure ...........83 Focusing .............108 Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting (Preview) ........118 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake .............122 Taking Pictures Continuously ......132 Shooting while Adjusting the Settings...
Page 80: 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 or [A Custom Setting] menu. For details on how to use the direct keys and menus, refer to “How to Change Function Settings”...
Page 81: Rec. Mode Menu Setting Items
Rec. Mode Menu Setting Items The following settings can be performed in the [A Rec. Mode 1-5] menus. Press the 3 button in Capture mode to display the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. Menu Item Function Page USER Mode Switches between the saved A modes. p.206 Sets the exposure mode when the mode Exposure Mode p.205...
Page 82 Menu Item Function Page Expands the dynamic range and prevents D-Range Setting p.190 bright and dark areas from occurring. Sets the range of automatic correction in ISO AUTO Setting p.84 ISO AUTO. Sets whether to use Noise Reduction High-ISO NR p.85 when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity.
Page 83: Custom Setting Menu Setting Items
Custom Setting Menu Setting Items Set the [A Custom Setting 1-4] menus to fully use the functions of a SLR camera. Menu Item Function Page 1. EV Steps Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. p.106 Sets the adjustment steps for ISO 2.
Page 84 Menu Item Function Page Sets the action priority for when the 15. AF.S Setting focus mode is set to l and the p.109 shutter release button is fully pressed. Sets the action priority for Continuous 16. AF.C Setting Shooting when the focus mode is set to p.109 Sets whether to use the AF assist light 17.
Page 85: 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 12800. The default setting is [ISO AUTO]. Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the o button in Capture mode.
Page 86 • The sensitivity can also be changed by pressing the o button once, taking your finger off the button and turning the rear e-dial (S). In this case, the sensitivity is fixed when the o button is pressed again or the exposure metering timer (p.104) elapses.
Page 87: Reducing Image Noise (Noise Reduction)
Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [AUTO ISO Parameters] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) ISO AUTO Setting to select the parameter and press ISOAUTO 3200 the 4 button. AUTO ISO Parameters Increases the sensitivity u Slow as little as possible...
Page 88 Press the four-way controller (5) High-ISO NR and use the four-way controller Auto AUTO (23) to select [Auto], [Off], [Low], [Medium], [High] or Medium [Custom]. High Custom CUSTOM MENU Cancel Applies Noise Reduction at optimally calculated levels Auto throughout ISO range. (default setting) Does not apply Noise Reduction at any ISO setting.
Page 89 Slow Shutter Speed NR Reduces noise during long exposures. Select [Slow Shutter Speed NR] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto], [On] or [Off], and D-Range Setting press the 4 button.
Page 90: Changing The Exposure Mode
Changing the Exposure Mode This camera features the following exposure modes. Use the mode dial to change the exposure mode. (p.45) The settings available for each exposure mode are as follows. (z: Available ×: Not available) Change Change Change Exposure Mode Page Shutter Aperture...
Page 91: Program Line
Program Line In [Program Line] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, you can choose from the following Program Lines. When [eLINE] is selected for the | button setting in e/K mode or L/a mode (p.247), exposure is regulated according to the set Program Line. Setting Characteristics j Auto...
Page 92 Using the B Mode Lets you capture images with fully automatic settings. In B mode, pictures are taken with the following settings. • Program Line j (AUTO) • File Format JPEG • Sensitivity ISO AUTO • Metering Method L (Multi-segment Metering) •...
Page 93: Using The E Mode
• In B mode, the following functions and operations are not available. • Changing the shutter speed • Multi-exposure • Changing the aperture value • Interval Shooting • EV Compensation • Extended Bracketing • Flash (Flash On, Slow-speed • Digital Filter Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, •...
Page 94 Check the shutter speed and aperture value. Check the settings using the status screen, viewfinder or LCD panel. AF.S AUTO JPEG Set the Program Line to use in [Program Line] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. (p.89) Using the K Mode You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject.
Page 95 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the sensitivity. The set values are displayed in the status screen and viewfinder and on the LCD panel. AF.S JPEG • You can set the sensitivity to a value equivalent to ISO 100 to 12800. [ISO AUTO] is not available.
Page 96 Using the b Mode Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects. When taking pictures of a fast moving subject, you can increase the shutter speed to make the subject look still or decrease the shutter speed to have the subject show movement.
Page 97: Exposure Warning
• The shutter speed can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.106) • The proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed when the sensitivity is not set to [ISO AUTO] (p.83).
Page 98 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the aperture value. The set values are displayed in the status screen and viewfinder and on the LCD panel. AF.S AUTO JPEG • The aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1.
Page 99 Using the L Mode You can set both the desired shutter speed and aperture to take the picture. Automatically sets the sensitivity so that the manually set shutter speed and aperture value will give the proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject.
Page 100 The set values are displayed in the status screen and viewfinder and on the LCD panel. AF.S 1000 AUTO JPEG • The shutter speed and aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu.
Page 101 Set the mode dial to a. Turn the front e-dial (R) to adjust the shutter speed. The shutter speed can be set within the range of 1/8000 to 30 seconds. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the aperture value. The set values are displayed in the status AF.S screen and viewfinder and on the LCD...
Page 102 While adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value, the difference from the proper exposure (EV value) is displayed Difference from the in a bar graph. The proper exposure is set proper exposure when V is in the middle of the EV bar. If it is towards -, it is underexposed.
Page 103: Using The P Mode
Using the p Mode This setting is useful when shooting night scenes and fireworks which require long exposures. Set the mode dial to p. AF.S Bulb JPEG Press the shutter release button. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed.
Page 104 • The aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.106) • Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) or Remote Control (optional) to prevent camera shake when using p mode.
Page 105: Selecting The Metering Method
• Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the aperture value. • Press the | button to retain the shutter speed at 1/180 second and automatically adjust the aperture value. • The sensitivity cannot be set to [ISO AUTO] in M mode. If the exposure mode is changed to M mode when the sensitivity is set to [ISO AUTO], the sensitivity is also changed to the lowest value set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Sensitivity Correction”...
Page 106: Spot Metering
N Spot Metering The brightness is measured only within a limited area at the center of the viewfinder. You can use this in combination with the AE Lock (p.107) when the subject is extremely small and the correct exposure is difficult to obtain. Center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select multi- segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens, or when the lens aperture ring is set to a position other than s...
Page 107: Adjusting Exposure
Adjusting Exposure This allows you to deliberately overexpose (brighten) or underexpose (darken) your picture. The exposure steps can be selected from 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. You can adjust the EV compensation value from -5 to +5 (EV).
Page 108 EV Compensation for a and M modes For example, if the EV compensation value is set to +1.5 for a (Manual Exposure) and M (Flash X-sync speed) modes, an underexposure of 1.5 EV is displayed on the EV bar. If you set the exposure value so that the V is displayed at the center of the EV bar, the image will be captured with the compensated value.
Page 109: Locking The Exposure Before Shooting (Ae Lock)
Locking the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock) AE Lock is a function that locks the exposure prior to taking a picture. Use this when the subject is too small to obtain a proper exposure or is backlit. Set the exposure and press the L button.
Page 110: Focusing
Focusing 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. (p.116) Using the Autofocus You can also choose the autofocus mode from l (Single mode) where the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject and the focus is locked at that position, and k (Continuous mode) where the subject is kept in focus by continuous adjustment while the shutter...
Page 111 When the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject comes into focus, the focus is locked (focus lock) at that position. If the subject is outside the focusing area, focus the camera on the subject in the focusing area, lock the focus at that position (focus lock), and then recompose your picture.
Page 112 Using the = Button to Focus on the Subject You can set the camera so that focusing is performed when the = button is pressed. Select [Button Customization] in the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Button Customization] screen appears.
Page 113: Af Fine Adjustment
Press the = button while looking through the viewfinder. Autofocus is performed. When the = button is pressed and the subject comes into focus, the Focus Lock function is activated while Single mode the button is pressed. The subject is kept in focus while the = button is Continuous mode pressed.
Page 114 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Apply All] or [Apply One]. Apply All Applies the same adjustment value to all lenses. Apply This item will appear on the display only when the lens ID is obtained. Saves and applies a different adjustment value for each lens type. (Up to 20 lens types) Reset Resets the saved adjustment value.
Page 115: Selecting The Focusing Area (Af Point)
Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) Choose the part of the viewfinder to set focus to. The factory default setting is S (Auto). Selected AF point(s) light red in the viewfinder (Superimpose AF Area). U Center Sets the focusing area to the center of the viewfinder. Sets the focusing area to the user selected point from eleven j Select points in the AF frame.
Page 116 Setting the Focus Position in the Viewfinder Set the AF point switching dial to V appears in the viewfinder and the AF point can be changed. Look through the viewfinder and check the position of the subject. Use the four-way controller (2345) to change the AF point.
Page 117 • The position of the changed AF point is stored even if the camera is turned off or the focusing area is switched to U or S. • V appears in the viewfinder when the AF point can be changed. •...
Page 118: Adjusting The Focus Manually (Manual Focus)
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) When you adjust the focus manually, you can use either the focus indicator or the matte field in the viewfinder. Using the Focus Indicator The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus even during manual focus.
Page 119 Using the Viewfinder Matte Field You can manually adjust the focus using the matte field in viewfinder. Set the focus mode switch to \. Look through the viewfinder and turn the focusing ring until the subject is clearly visible in the viewfinder. Shooting in Catch-in Focus Mode When [25.
Page 120: Checking The Composition, Exposure And Focus Before Shooting (Preview)
Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting (Preview) You can use the preview function to check depth of field, composition, exposure and focus before taking a picture. There are two preview methods. Preview Method Description Optical Preview For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder. For checking the composition, exposure and Digital Preview focus on the monitor.
Page 121 Press the 4 button. Press the 3 button three times. The camera is ready to take a picture. • While shooting with Mirror Lock-up Shooting, Interval Shooting, Multi- exposure or Live View, Optical Preview is used regardless of the setting. •...
Page 122: Displaying The Optical Preview
Displaying the Optical Preview Focus on the subject. Turn the main switch to | while looking through the viewfinder. You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder while the main switch is set to the position During this time, no shooting information is displayed in the viewfinder, and the shutter cannot be released.
Page 123 When Digital Preview is assigned to the |/Y button, press the |/Y button. The icon (|) appears on the monitor during preview and you can check the composition, exposure and focus. AE.L Available operations Rear e-dial (S) Enlarges the preview image. (p.211) L button Saves the preview image.
Page 124: Using The Shake Reduction Function To Prevent Camera Shake
Shake Reduction function and use the camera with a tripod. • The Shake Reduction function is available with any PENTAX lens compatible with this camera. However, be sure to set the focal length before using a lens for which focal length information cannot be automatically obtained.
Page 125 Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Press the shutter release button halfway. k appears in the viewfinder and the Shake Reduction function is activated. • Set [Shake Reduction] to l (Off) when using the camera with a tripod or when this function is not needed.
Page 126 If k appears in the viewfinder when you press the shutter release button halfway, the camera is ready to take a picture. • The Shake Reduction function is available with any PENTAX lens compatible with this camera. However, when the aperture ring is set to a position other than the s (Auto) position for a lens with a s position or a lens without an s position is used, the camera will not operate unless [27.
Page 127: Shooting With Self-Timer
Make sure that [Shake Reduction] is set to k (On) and turn the camera off. Refer to “Reducing Vertical and Horizontal Camera Shake” (p.122) for details. Attach a lens and turn the camera on. The [Input Focal Length] screen appears. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to set Input Focal Length the focal length.
Page 128 Mount the camera onto a tripod. Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. The [Drive Mode] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select g. Press the four-way controller (3) Drive Mode and use the four-way controller Self-timer (12 sec.) (45) to select g or Z.
Page 129: Shooting With Remote Control (Optional)
• Select a mode other than g or Z in the [Drive Mode] screen to cancel the Self-timer shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] of the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu. (p.274) •...
Page 130 Use the four-way controller (45) to select h. Press the four-way controller (3) Drive Mode and use the four-way controller Remote Control (45) to select h, i, or i. W appears on the LCD panel. The self- timer lamp will blink and the camera is in a stand-by status.
Page 131 • When using the Remote Control Waterproof O-RC1, AF can be operated with the 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 132: Shooting With The Mirror Lock-Up Function
Shooting with the Mirror Lock-up Function Use the Mirror Lock-up function if camera shake is evident even when the remote control or cable switch is used with a tripod. For Mirror Lock-up Shooting, press the shutter release button to raise the mirror up and press it again to release the shutter.
Page 133 Press the shutter release button fully again. The shutter is released and the picture is taken. • Select a mode other than d or e in the [Drive Mode] screen to cancel Mirror Lock-up shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] of the [A Rec.
Page 134: Taking Pictures Continuously
Taking Pictures Continuously Continuous Shooting Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is kept pressed. Continuous For JPEG image with p/C, up to approx. 30 frames Shooting (Hi) are taken continuously at a maximum of approx. 7.0 fps. For JPEG image with p/C, pictures are taken Continuous continuously at a maximum of approx.
Page 135: Interval Shooting
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. • If the focus mode is set to l (Single mode), the focus position is locked in the first frame and pictures are taken continuously at the same interval.
Page 136 Use the four-way controller Interval Shooting (23) to select [Interval]. Start Shooting Interval 00 00 00 " When taking two or more pictures, set the Number of Shots 002images wait time until the next picture is taken. Start Interval Use the four-way controller (45) to Start Time select the number of hours, minutes, and seconds, and use the four-way controller...
Page 137 Press the shutter release button fully. When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. When set to [Set Time], shooting starts at the set time. For shooting multiple pictures, pictures are taken at the interval set in Step 2.
Page 138: Multi-Exposure
Multi-exposure You can create a composite picture by taking multiple frames. • Multi-exposure is not available in the following situations. - when the exposure mode is set to B (Green) or C (Movie) - when Extended Bracketing, Digital Filter, HDR Capture or Cross Processing is set •...
Page 139 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. Press the shutter release button fully. The composite picture is displayed in Instant Review each time the shutter release button is pressed. Press the i button during Instant Review to discard pictures taken up to that point and take pictures again from the first frame.
Page 140: Shooting While Adjusting The Settings (Auto Bracketing)
Shooting while Adjusting the Settings (Auto Bracketing) Auto Bracketing is a function for shooting while automatically changing the camera settings. There are two Auto Bracketing modes: Exposure Bracketing and Extended Bracketing. You can set Auto Bracketing Order in [8. Auto Bracketing Order] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu.
Page 141 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. The [Drive Mode] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to select l. Press the four-way controller (3) Drive Mode and use the four-way controller Exposure Bracketing (45) to select l, b, or c. ±0.5EV 3image(s) MENU...
Page 142 Available operations m button + Adjusts the EV compensation when taking only Rear e-dial ( S ) underexposed or overexposed images with Exposure Bracketing. Images are taken with an EV compensation value set to 0 (intermediate value). (Up to ±8 EV) | button Resets the compensation value to ±0.
Page 143: Shooting While Adjusting Other Settings (Extended Bracketing)
Shooting while Adjusting Other Settings (Extended Bracketing) You can save pictures with three different levels of White Balance, Saturation, Hue, High/Low Key Adjustment, Contrast and Sharpness. Unlike Exposure Bracketing, three pictures are saved each time the shutter is released. • When Extended Bracketing is set, the file format is always set to [JPEG] and cannot be changed.
Page 144 Use the four-way controller (23) Extended Bracketing to select the bracketing amount Saturation and press the 4 button. Bracketing Amount ±1 ±2 Select [±1] (default setting), [±2], [±3] or ±3 ±4 [±4]. For [White Balance], select from [BA±1] (default setting), [BA±2], [BA±3], [GM±1], MENU Cancel [GM±2] or [GM±3].
Page 145: Taking Pictures Using Digital Filters
Taking Pictures Using Digital Filters You can apply a filter when taking pictures. The following filters can be selected. Filter Name Effect Parameter Shading Level: Low/Medium/High For taking pictures that Toy Camera look as if taken with a toy Blur: Low/Medium/High camera.
Page 146 Filter Name Effect Parameter High Contrast: OFF/+1 to +5 Soft Focus: OFF/+1 to +3 Tone Break: OFF/Red/Green/Blue/ Yellow You can customize and Shading Type: 6 types Custom Filter save a filter to your own Shading Level: -3 to +3 preferences. Distortion Type: 3 types Distortion Level: OFF/Low/Medium/ High...
Page 147 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a filter. Starburst AE.L MENU Cancel Check Use the four-way controller (23) to select the parameter and Shape the four-way controller (45) to adjust the parameter’s value. AE.L MENU Cancel Check Available operations Main switch (|) Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the filter effect applied.
Page 148: Shooting With Live View
Shooting with Live View You can shoot a picture while displaying the real-time image on the monitor. • The image in Live View may differ from the captured image if the brightness of the subject is low or high. • If any changes occur in the shooting light source during Live View, the image may flicker.
Page 149: Setting Live View
Setting Live View You can set the display and autofocus mode for Live View. Select [Live View] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Live View] screen appears. Press the four-way controller (5) Live View and use the four-way controller Autofocus Method...
Page 150 Use the four-way controller (23) Live View to select a grid display type and Autofocus Method press the 4 button. Show Grid Info Overlay Select from [Off] (default setting), e Histogram Bright/Dark Area (4x4 Grid), f (Golden Section) or g (Scale).
Page 151: Taking A Still Picture
Taking a Still Picture Select an exposure mode. Set the mode dial to any mode other than C. Press the U button. The mirror pops up and a real-time image is displayed on the monitor. Press the U button again to exit Live View. Live View display (All of the indicators are displayed here for explanatory purposes.) 2 3 4 5 6 7...
Page 152 AE Lock Remaining image storage capacity Shutter speed Main face detection frame (Face Detection AF) Aperture value EV bar Face detection frame (Face Detection AF) Sensitivity * Indicator 9 is displayed when switching to Live View after adjusting the composition in [Composition Adjust.] (p.195) in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu. * Indicator 11 is displayed only when the optional GPS unit is attached to the camera and is operating.
Page 153 • When the focus mode is set to k and [Autofocus Method] is set to i, the camera focuses on the center of the screen when autofocus starts and then automatically tracks the subject when it is in focus. When [Autofocus Method] is set to I, the camera automatically tracks the detected face.
Page 154: Recording Movies
Recording Movies You can record movies using Live View. Changing the Movie Settings You can record movies with monaural audio in AVI file format. Select [Movie] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Movie] screen appears. Press the four-way controller 1280x720 00:31'55"...
Page 155 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select g or Z and press the 4 button. Records sound. (default setting) Does not record sound. Set Cross Processing and Digital Filter as necessary. Refer to p.200 for details on Cross Processing and p.143 for Digital Filter.
Page 156: Connecting A Microphone
Connecting a Microphone You can connect a commercially available stereo microphone to the microphone terminal on the camera and record stereo sound. Using an external microphone can also help to reduce the possibility of recording camera operation sounds. The following specifications are recommended for external microphones. •...
Page 157: Recording Movies
Recording Movies Set the mode dial to C. Live View for movie recording is Sound displayed. 00 : 30'00" F2.8 Recordable Time Shake Reduction Available operations Rear e-dial (S) Changes the aperture value when [Movie Aperture Control] is set to [Fixed]. (default setting) | button Sets the aperture value to obtain a proper exposure.
Page 158 Four-way controller Changes the AF point (when Change AF point is enabled). (2345) Moves the display area (during enlarged view). *1 Available only when [Autofocus Method] is I or i, and the focus mode is l or the AF point switching dial is set to j (Select). Position the subject on the monitor and press the shutter release button halfway.
Page 159: Playing Back Movies
Playing Back Movies Recorded movies can be played back in Playback mode in the same manner as saved still pictures. Press the Q button. The camera switches to Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a movie to play back.
Page 160 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) Frame number/Total number of frames in Step 3 on p.157 to pause the movie, and display the frame to 90/1800 90/1800...
Page 161: Editing Movies
Editing Movies Movies can be divided and unwanted segments can be deleted. Press the Q button. The camera switches to Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a movie to play back. The first frame of the movie is displayed on the monitor. Press the four-way controller (3).
Page 162 Press the i button. The screen to select the segment(s) to delete is displayed. Use the four-way controller (45) to move the selection frame and press the 4 button. The segment(s) to delete are specified. Multiple segments can be deleted at once.
Page 163: Using The Flash
Using the Flash This chapter provides details on the built-in flash of this camera and describes how to take pictures with the external flash. Using the Built-in Flash ........162 Using an External Flash (Optional) ....167...
Page 164: Using The Built-In Flash
Using the Built-in Flash Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode Using the Flash in b Mode • Any desired shutter speed of 1/180 sec. or slower can be set for taking a flash photograph. • The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 sec. when a lens other than a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens is used.
Page 165 Using e/K/c Mode Set the mode dial to e, K or c. Press the E button. The built-in flash pops up. Press the four-way controller (3). The [Flash Mode] screen appears. Select G or H and press the 4 button. The shutter speed is set slower to give a proper exposure for the background.
Page 166: Using The Trailing Curtain Sync
Using the Trailing Curtain Sync Trailing Curtain Sync discharges the flash immediately before the shutter curtain 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 167: Distance And Aperture When Using The Built-In Flash
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash Relationships between the guide number, aperture and distance must be considered when shooting with the flash to obtain a correct exposure. Calculate and adjust the shooting conditions if the flash output is not sufficient. Sensitivity Built-in Flash Guide Number Sensitivity Built-in flash guide number...
Page 168: Lens Compatibility With The Built-In Flash
Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Depending on the lens used with this camera, the use of the built-in flash may not be available or may be limited due to vignetting. The built-in flash cannot be regulated and fully discharges when A lenses not set to the s (Auto) position, lenses manufactured prior to the A lenses or soft focus lenses are used.
Page 169: 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. (z: Available #: Restricted ×: Not available) Flash Built-in AF540FGZ AF200FG Flash AF360FGZ AF160FC Camera Function Red-eye reduction flash...
Page 170: Using The P-Ttl Auto Flash
About the Display Panel for AF360FGZ The AF360FGZ itself does not have the function to set the FORMAT size to [DIGITAL]. However, when it is used with a SLR Digital Camera, the difference in focal length between a 35 mm camera and this camera is automatically calculated based on the difference in angle of view and is displayed on the panel (when using DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens).
Page 171: Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode
• For details such as operation method and effective distance, please refer to the external flash manual. • The flash does not discharge if the subject is bright enough when the flash mode is C or i. Therefore, it may not be suitable for Daylight-Sync shooting.
Page 172: Using Flash In Wireless Mode
Using Flash in Wireless Mode By using two external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) or using the built-in flash with one or more external flashes, you can shoot in P-TTL flash mode without connecting the flash units with a cord. • Set the power switch of the external flash to WIRELESS. •...
Page 173 Wireless Shooting Using a Combination of the Built-in Flash and an External Flash Unit Set the camera to wireless flash mode when using an external flash in combination with the built-in flash. Remove the external flash unit after the channel is set on the camera, and place it at the desired location.
Page 174: Flash Units
Changing the Built-in Flash Discharge Method You can change the built-in flash discharge method used in wireless mode. Set in [21. Flash in Wireless Mode] of the [A Custom Setting 3] menu. Discharges the built-in flash as a master. (default setting) Discharges the built-in flash as a control flash.
Page 175: Connecting An External Flash With An Extension Cord
Connecting an External Flash with an Extension Cord When using an external flash away from the camera, attach the Hot Shoe Adapter F (1; optional) to the camera hot shoe and an Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F (2; optional) to the bottom of the external flash, and then connect these with the Extension Cord F5P (3;...
Page 176: Contrast-Control-Sync Flash
When combining two or more external flashes When using multiple external flashes or using an external flash with the built-in flash, P-TTL is used for flash control. Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Combining two or more external flashes (AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ or AF200FG) or using an external flash in combination with the built-in flash allows multiple flash photography (contrast-control-sync flash photography).
Page 177: X-Sync Socket
• When using two or more external flashes and the contrast-control-sync mode is set on the external master flash unit, the flash output ratio is 2 (master unit) : 1 (slave units). When an external flash is used in combination with the built- in flash, the flash output ratio is 2 (external flash) : 1 (built-in flash).
Page 178 Memo...
Page 179: Shooting Settings
Shooting Settings This chapter describes how to set the save format for pictures taken and other settings. Setting a File Format ..........178 Setting the White Balance .........183 Correcting Images ..........190 Setting the Image Finishing Tone .....197 Storing Frequently Used Settings ....202...
Page 180: Setting A File Format
Setting a File Format Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels You can select the number of recorded pixels from p, J, P and i. The default setting is p. Recorded Pixels Pixels 4928×3264 3936×2624 3072×2048 1728×1152 Select [JPEG Recorded Pixels] in the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 181: Setting The Jpeg Quality Level
Setting the JPEG Quality Level You can set the image quality level (compression ratio). The default setting is C (Best). Z Premium Images will be clearer but file size will be larger. C Best Better Images will be grainier but file size will be smaller. Good Select [JPEG Quality] in the [A Rec.
Page 182: Setting A File Format
Setting a File Format You can set the format of image files. Captures images in JPEG format. (default setting) JPEG You can change the number of recorded pixels in [JPEG Recorded Pixels] and the image quality level in [JPEG Quality]. RAW format is a CMOS sensor output format saved without processing.
Page 183 Color Space sRGB RAW File Format MENU Cancel PENTAX’s original RAW file format (default setting) General-purpose, publicly available RAW file format designed by Adobe Systems Temporarily Changing the File Format using the |/Y Button When [One Push File Format] is assigned to the |/Y button, you can temporarily change the file format.
Page 184 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. (default setting) The setting is canceled when the following operations are performed.
Page 185: 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. Item Setting Color 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 186 Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode. The [White Balance] screen appears. The last image taken after the camera was turned on is displayed in the background. Use the four-way controller (23) White Balance to select the white balance. Auto When J is selected, press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way...
Page 187: Adjusting The White Balance Manually
Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. • The camera automatically performs fine-tuning even when the light source is specified. The color temperature of the light source is fixed when [10. WB Adjustable Range] is set to [Fixed] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu. •...
Page 188 Press the shutter release button fully. Set the focus mode to \ when the shutter cannot be released. The screen to select the measuring range is displayed. Use the rear e-dial (S) to select the entire screen or spot area for the measuring range.
Page 189 Saving the White Balance Settings of a Captured Image You can copy the white balance settings of a captured image and save it as Manual White Balance. Only the white balance settings of still pictures captured with this camera can be copied.
Page 190: Adjusting The White Balance With Color Temperature
Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature Use figures to set the color temperature. Up to three settings can be saved. Select K in Step 2 on p.184 and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select K1 to K3 and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 191: Setting The Color Space
Setting the Color Space You can select a color space to use. sRGB Sets to sRGB color space. (default setting) AdobeRGB Sets to AdobeRGB color space. Set in [Color Space] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. D-Range Setting ISO AUTO Setting High-ISO NR AUTO Slow Shutter Speed NR...
Page 192: Correcting Images
Correcting Images The camera and lens properties can be automatically adjusted for when taking pictures. Adjusting Brightness Adjusts the brightness and reduces the occurrence of overexposed and underexposed areas. D-Range Setting Expands the dynamic range and enables a more ample gradation expression by the CMOS sensor and reduces the occurrence of overexposed and underexposed areas.
Page 193: Hdr Capture
Use the four-way controller (23) D-Range Setting to select [Off], [Low], [Medium] or Highlight Correction [High] and press the 4 button. Shadow Correction MENU Cancel Press the 3 button twice. The camera is ready to take a picture. When [Highlight Correction] is set to [On], the minimum sensitivity is set to ISO 200.
Page 194 Press the four-way controller (5) HDR Capture and use the four-way controller HDR Capture (23) to select [Off], [Auto], Auto Align AUTO AUTO [Standard], [Strong 1], [Strong 2] or [Strong 3]. MENU Cancel Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto Align] and use the four-way controller (45) to select P or O.
Page 195: Lens Correction
Lens Correction Reduces distortions and lateral chromatic aberrations occurring due to lens properties. Distortion Distortion is the phenomenon in which the center of the image appears inflated (barrel distortion) or the center of the image appears pinched (pincushion distortion). Distortion occurs more easily when using a zoom lens or a small diameter lens, and straight walls or the horizon in the image appear curved.
Page 196 • Corrections can only be made when using DA, DA L, D FA or some FA lenses. [Lens Correction] cannot be selected when an incompatible lens is attached. (p.297) • The Lens Correction function is disabled when using an accessory such as a close-up ring or rear converter that is attached between the camera and the lens.
Page 197: Adjusting The Composition
Adjusting the Composition Adjusts the Shake Reduction unit in the X-Y direction or rotation direction for a better composition position and a more level camera. Use this when you want to adjust the composition, such as when using a tripod. Select [Composition Adjust.] in the [A Rec.
Page 198 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to normal Live View and is ready to take a picture. • Shake Reduction and Horizon Correction are not available. • The saved adjustment value is reset when Live View is ended. • When using the composition adjustment function frequently, you can assign the function to the |/Y button.
Page 199: 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 are set relatively high to create a Bright bright sharp image.
Page 200 Use the four-way controller (45) Bright Bright to select an image finishing tone. AE.L MENU Cancel Check Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a parameter you want Portrait Portrait to change. AE.L MENU Cancel Check The following parameters can be changed according to the selected image finishing tone.
Page 201 Image Tone Parameter 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 Contrast: -4 to +4 Sharpness: -4 to +4 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the setting. The background image changes according to the settings. You can visually check the saturation and hue with the radar chart.
Page 202: Setting Cross Processing
Setting Cross Processing Cross processing is the procedure of deliberately processing a film in the wrong type of chemicals to create an image with different colors and contrast. This camera features digital cross processing, which is done internally. • When Cross Processing is set, the file format is fixed to [JPEG] and cannot be changed.
Page 203 Saving the Cross Processing Setting of a Captured Image The outcome of cross processing varies each time a picture is taken. If you are able to take a cross processed image that you like, you can save the Cross Processing settings used in that image. A total of 3 Cross Processing settings can be saved for still pictures and movies.
Page 204: Storing Frequently Used Settings
Storing Frequently Used Settings You can save the current camera settings in the A mode and easily retrieve them. The following settings can be stored. • Exposure Mode (other than B and C) • Slow Shutter Speed NR • Drive Mode •...
Page 205 Press the four-way controller Save USER Mode (5). Save Settings Rename USER Mode Check Saved Settings Reset USER Mode MENU Use the four-way controller Save Settings (23) to select [A1] to [A5] USER1 USER1 and press the four-way controller USER2 USER2 (5).
Page 206: Checking The Saved User Settings
Enter the text. Rename USER Mode USER1 Text selection Up to 18 single-byte cursor alphanumeric characters and Finish symbols can be USER1 Text input cursor entered. Delete One Character MENU Cancel Enter Available operations Four-way controller Moves the text selection cursor. (2345) Rear e-dial (S) Moves the text input cursor.
Page 207: Using Saved User Settings
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [A1] to [A5] and press the four-way controller (5). The current settings saved in the USER1 USER1 selected A mode are displayed. 2.0x5 ± 0 ± 0 200-800 AUTO AUTO ± 0 G1 A1 ±...
Page 208: Resetting To Default Settings
• The A mode guide appears for 30 seconds regardless of the [Guide Display] setting in the [R Set-up 1] menu. • [A1] to [A5] can also be selected ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR from [USER Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode USER Mode sRGB USER1 1] menu.
Page 209: Playback Functions
Playback Functions This chapter describes how to use the various playback functions in Playback mode. Playback Functions Operation ......208 Setting the Playback Display Method ....210 Enlarging Images ..........211 Displaying Multiple Images .......212 Rotating Images ..........219 Deleting Multiple Images ........220 Connecting the Camera to an AV Device ..224...
Page 210: Playback Functions Operation
Playback Functions Operation Make settings related to playing back images in the playback mode palette or [Q Playback] menu. Refer to “Using the Menus” (p.42) for details on how to use the menus. Playback Mode Palette Setting Items Press the four-way controller (3) in Image Rotation Playback mode to display the playback mode palette.
Page 211: Playback Menu Setting Items
Item Function Page Divides a movie and deletes unwanted [ Movie Editing p.159 segments. Sets the number of prints and whether to *1 *2 r DPOF print the date on images saved on the p.271 SD Memory Card. Saves the GPS location information U Save Destination stored in the image as the destination for p.306...
Page 212: Setting The Playback Display Method
Setting the Playback Display Method You can set the initial magnification when enlarging images, whether to display the Bright/Dark Area warning, and whether to automatically rotate images that are shot with the camera held vertically in Playback mode. Select [Quick Zoom] in the [Q Playback 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 213: Enlarging Images
Enlarging Images Images can be magnified up to 32 times in Playback mode. Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image in Playback mode. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to the 100-0001 100-0001 right (toward y). The image enlarges at each click (1.2 times to 32 times).
Page 214: Displaying Multiple Images
Displaying Multiple Images Multi-image Display Screen You can display 4, 9, 16, 36 or 81 thumbnail images on the monitor at the same time. The default setting is nine-image display. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to the left (toward f) in Playback mode.
Page 215: Displaying Images By Folder
Press the 4 button. A full screen display of the selected image appears. Icons such as C and ? are not displayed with thumbnail images for 81-image display. Displaying Images by Folder Images will be grouped and displayed by folder in which they are saved. In the multi-image display screen, turn the rear e-dial (S) to the left (toward f) again.
Page 216: Displaying Images By The Shooting Date (Calendar Display)
Displaying Images by the 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 are displayed.
Page 217: Joining Multiple Images (Index)
Joining Multiple Images (Index) Join a number of images together and display them as an index print. You can select the images to include in the index print or have them randomly- arranged. This function is not available for movies. Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode.
Page 218 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Backgrnd.] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the background color and press the 4 button. You can select a white or black background. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Selection] and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 219: 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 the Slideshow. Select [Slideshow] in the [Q Playback 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 220: Starting The Slideshow
Starting the Slideshow Select [Start] in Step 2 on p.217 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 slideshow begins. Available operations 4 button Pauses playback.
Page 221: Rotating Images
Rotating Images When pictures are taken with this camera held vertically, the vertical position sensor activates and rotation information is added to the image to enable playback with the correct image orientation. You can change the rotation information and save the image using the following procedure. •...
Page 222: 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.222) Deleting Selected Images You can delete multiple images in the multi-image display at once. • Protected images cannot be deleted. •...
Page 223: Deleting A Folder
Press the 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 rear e-dial (S) two clicks to the left (toward f) in Playback mode.
Page 224: 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 225 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image] or [All Images] and press the 4 Single Image button. If you selected [All Images], proceed to All Images Step 5. MENU Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image to protect.
Page 226: 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 terminal and play back images. • If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter kit (optional) is recommended.
Page 227: Selecting The Video Output Format
Turn the AV device and camera on. The camera turns on in video mode, and the camera information is displayed on the screen of the connected AV device. Even if you used an external microphone to record movie sound in stereo, monaural sound is played back.
Page 228: Connecting The Camera To An Hdmi Terminal
Connecting the Camera to an HDMI Terminal Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a device with an HDMI terminal. Turn the AV device and camera off. Open the terminal cover and connect the HDMI cable to the mini HDMI terminal.
Page 229: Selecting The Hdmi Output Format
Selecting the HDMI Output Format By default, the maximum resolution is automatically selected to suit the AV device and camera. However, if it fails to play back images properly, change the HDMI output format setting. Select [HDMI Out] in the [R Set-up 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
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Page 231: Processing Images
Processing Images This chapter describes how to process pictures taken and edit RAW images. Changing the Image Size ........230 Processing Images with Digital Filters .....233 Developing RAW Images ........238...
Page 232: Changing The Image Size
Changing the Image Size Changes the number of recorded pixels and quality level of the image, and saves the image as a new file. Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels and Quality Level (Resize) Changes the number of recorded pixels and quality level of the selected image and saves it as a new image.
Page 233: Cutting Out Part Of The Image (Cropping)
Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as] and press the 4 button. The resized image is saved as a new image. Cutting Out Part of the Image (Cropping) Cuts out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new image.
Page 234 Available operations Rear e-dial (S) Changes the size of the cropping frame. Four-way controller Moves the cropping frame. (2345) M button Changes the aspect ratio. Select from [3:2], [4:3], [16:9] or [1:1]. The image can also be rotated from -45° to +45° in increments of 1°. Aspect Ratio Image Rotation ±0°...
Page 235: Processing Images With Digital Filters
Processing Images with Digital Filters You can edit captured images using digital filters. The following filters are available. Filter Name Effect Parameter Shading Level: Low/Medium/High Creates an image that looks Toy Camera as though it was shot with a Blur: Low/Medium/High toy camera.
Page 236 Filter Name Effect Parameter Color: Red/Magenta/Blue/Cyan/ Adds a color filter to the Green/Yellow Color image. Color Density: Light/Standard/Dark Extracted Color 1: Red/Magenta/ Blue/Cyan/Green/Yellow Extracts one or two specific Extractable Range of Color 1: +1 to +5 Extract colors and makes the rest of Color Extracted Color 2: OFF/Red/ the image black and white.
Page 237: Applying The Digital Filter
Only JPEG and RAW images captured with this camera can be edited using the Digital Filter. Applying the Digital Filter Select an image for applying the digital filter in Playback mode. 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.
Page 238: Recreating Filter Effects
Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Use filters in Continue selecting filters? Continue selecting filters? combination] or [Save as]. Select [Use filters in combination] when Use filters in combination you want to apply additional filters to the Save as Cancel same image.
Page 239 To check the parameter details, 100-0001 100-0001 press the M button. Reapplies following digital filter Reapplies following digital filter effects from previous image effects from previous image You can check the filter parameters. 17. - - Press the M button again to return to 18.
Page 240: Developing Raw Images
Developing RAW Images You can convert captured RAW images into JPEG or TIFF images. Only RAW images captured with this camera can be edited. RAW images and JPEG images captured with other cameras cannot be edited on this camera. Developing One RAW Image Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode.
Page 241 Use the four-way controller JPEG JPEG (23) to choose a parameter you File Format File Format want to change. You can turn the front e-dial (R) to select a different image. sRGB sRGB MENU 100-0001 The following parameters can be changed. Parameter Value Page...
Page 242: Developing Multiple Raw Images
Use the four-way controller (45) to change the value. For File Format, Recorded Pixels, and Quality Level, press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select an item. For Custom Image and White Balance, press the four-way controller (5) to display the setting screen.
Page 243 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Develop images as shot] or [Develop images with Develop images as shot modified settings]. Develop images with To change parameters, select [Develop modified settings images with modified settings]. MENU Use the four-way controller JPEG JPEG JPEG...
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Page 245: Changing Additional Settings
Changing Additional Settings This chapter describes how to change additional settings. How to Operate the Set-up Menu ......244 Formatting the SD Memory Card ......246 Customizing Buttons and Dials ......247 Setting the Beep, Date and Time, and Display Language ............252 Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display..257 Setting the Folder/File Number ......263 Selecting the Power Settings ......266 Setting the Photographer Information .....269...
Page 246: 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. Refer to “Using the Menus” (p.42) for details on how to use the menus. Set-up Menu Setting Items Perform the following settings in the [R Set-up 1-4] menus. Press the 3 button in Capture/Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to display the [R Set-up 1-4] menus.
Page 247 Menu Item Function Page Brightness Level Changes the brightness of the monitor. p.260 LCD Color Tuning Adjusts the color of the monitor. p.261 Sets the output format when connecting Video Out to an AV device with a video input p.225 terminal.
Page 248: Formatting The Sd Memory Card
Formatting the SD Memory Card Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. Formatting deletes all the data saved on the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be damaged and become unusable.
Page 249: Customizing Buttons And Dials
Customizing Buttons and Dials You can set the functions for when the e-dials are turned, when the |/Y button, = button or Preview dial is operated, and when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. The current functions assigned to the buttons/dials can be checked with guide display.
Page 250 Exposure R Front E-dial S Rear E-dial | Button Mode eSHIFT eLINE eSHIFT eLINE – – – – – – – eSHIFT eLINE eSHIFT eLINE – – – – – – – – o AUTO o AUTO – – – –...
Page 251: Setting The Functions For The Buttons
Exposure R Front E-dial S Rear E-dial | Button Mode – – cSHIFT – – – cSHIFT – b: Change shutter speed c: Change aperture value o: Change sensitivity m: Adjust EV compensation value }e: Return to e eLINE: Program line eSHIFT: Program shift –: Not available Press the 4 button.
Page 252 Use the four-way controller Button Customization (23) to select an item to set a RAW/Fx Button function to and press the four- AF Button Preview Dial way controller (5). Shutter Button Half Press The screen to set the function for the selected item is displayed.
Page 253 Button Setting Function Page The autofocus system Enable AF operates. The autofocus system does Shutter not operate when the shutter release release button is pressed button halfway. pressed Only during Live View, the halfway autofocus system does not operate when the shutter (Live View only) release button is pressed halfway.
Page 254: Setting The Beep, Date And Time, And Display Language
Setting the Beep, Date and Time, and Display Language Setting the Beep You can turn the camera operation beep on or off, or change its volume. By default, all available items are set to O (On), and the volume level is set to [3].
Page 255: Changing The Date And Time Display
Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Changing the Date and Time Display You can change the initial date and time settings, and set their display formats. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd] for the date display format, and [12h] (12-hour display) or [24h] (24-hour display) for the time display format.
Page 256 Press the four-way controller (5). The [X Destination] screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) Destination to select a destination city. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to change the region. The location, time difference and current London +06:00 time of the selected city appear. 16:00 MENU Cancel...
Page 257: 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 258: Setting The Display Language
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. 1 Setting the Display Language (p.60)
Page 259: Adjusting The Monitor And The Menu Display
Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display Setting the Text Size You can set the text size of an item selected on the respective menu screens to [Standard] (normal display) or [Large] (magnified display). Set in [Text Size] of the [R Set-up 1] menu. 2 3 4 English Date Adjustment...
Page 260: Setting The Initial Menu Tab Displayed
Setting the Initial Menu Tab Displayed Set the initial menu tab displayed on the monitor when the 3 button is pressed. Select [24. Save Menu Location] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [24. 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 261: Setting The Display For Instant Review
Use the four-way controller Status Screen (45) to select O or P. Enable Auto Screen Rotation Displays the status screen. (default Display Color setting) Does not display the status screen. MENU Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto Screen Rotation] and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P.
Page 262: Adjusting The Brightness Of The Monitor
Press the four-way controller (5) Instant Review and use the four-way controller Display Time 1sec. (23) to select a display time. Histogram 3sec. Bright/Dark Area 5sec. Enlarge Instant Review MENU Cancel Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Histogram], [Bright/Dark Area] or [Enlarge Instant Review].
Page 263: Adjusting The Color Of The Monitor
Press the 4 button. Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Adjusting the Color of the Monitor You can adjust the color of the monitor. Select [LCD Color Tuning] in the [R Set-up 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 264: Setting The Electronic Level Display
Setting the Electronic Level Display This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level, as indicated on the bar graph in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel and monitor. Select whether to display the bar graph. Select [Electronic Level] in the [A Rec.
Page 265: Setting The Folder/File Number
Setting the Folder/File Number Changing the Naming System of the Folder You can select a naming system of the folder for storing images. Set in [Folder Name] in the [R Set-up 2] menu. The two digits of the month and day on which the picture was taken are assigned as the folder name in the form of [xxx_MMDD].
Page 266: Setting The File Name
Only one folder can be created using this operation. Multiple empty folders cannot be created consecutively. Setting the File Name You can change the file names of images. The default naming conventions are as follows depending on the [Color Space] (p.189) setting in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. “xxxx”...
Page 267: Selecting The File Number Setting
Change the text. File Name Text selection cursor Finish Text input cursor MENU Cancel Enter Available operations Four-way controller Moves the text selection cursor. (2345) Rear e-dial (S) Moves the text input cursor. 4 button Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor.
Page 268: Selecting The Power Settings
Selecting the Power Settings Setting the Auto Power Off Function You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain length of time. Select from [1min.] (default setting), [3min.], [5min.], [10min.], [30min.] or [Off]. Set in [Auto Power Off] of the [R Set-up 3] menu.
Page 269: Selecting A Battery
Selecting a Battery You can set the battery priority to the camera or the battery grip when the optional battery grip D-BG4 is attached. Select [Select Battery] in the [R Set-up 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Select Battery] screen appears. Press the four-way controller (5).
Page 270 • If a battery is inserted into both the body and grip, the battery levels of both are checked when the power is turned on. Regardless of the [Select Battery] setting, both batteries are slightly used. • When the currently selected battery runs out as a result of the check, the message [Battery depleted] appears on the monitor.
Page 271: Setting The Photographer Information
Setting the Photographer Information The camera type, shooting conditions and other information are automatically embedded in captured images in the Exif data format. You can embed photographer information in this Exif. Use the provided software (p.283) to check the Exif information. Select [Copyright Information] in the [R Set-up 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
Page 272 Available operations Four-way controller Moves the text selection cursor. (2345) Rear e-dial (S) Moves the text input cursor. | button Switches between upper and lower case letters. 4 button Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor.
Page 273: 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 274 Turn the rear e-dial (S) 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.
Page 275: Correcting Defective Pixels In The Cmos Sensor (Pixel Mapping)
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. Select [Pixel Mapping] in the [R Set-up 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Pixel Mapping] screen appears.
Page 276: 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. Default Default Function Function Setting Setting Flash Mode Cross Processing Drive Mode Extended Bracketing White Balance Digital Filter...
Page 277 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. • Set [File No.] to O (On) to continue the sequential numbering for the file name even if a new folder is created. Refer to “Selecting the File Number Setting”...
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Page 279: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a Computer This chapter explains how to connect the camera to your computer, install the supplied CD-ROM, etc. Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer ............278 Saving Images on Your Computer ....279 Using the Provided Software ......281...
Page 280: Manipulating Captured Images On A Computer
USB cable and can be managed using the provided software. We recommend the following system requirements to connect your camera to a computer or to use the software “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” included on the CD-ROM (S-SW132). Windows Windows XP (SP3 or later), Windows Vista, or Windows 7 (can be run as a 32-bit application on any x64 Edition of Windows.)
Page 281: Saving Images On Your Computer
Saving Images on Your 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]. Mass Storage Class (default setting) A general-purpose driver program that handles devices connected to a computer via USB as a memory device.
Page 282: Connecting The Camera And A Computer
Connecting the Camera and a Computer Connect the camera to a computer using the provided USB cable I-USB7. Turn your computer on. Turn the camera off, and use the USB cable to connect the PC/AV terminal of the camera and the computer. Turn your camera on.
Page 283: Using The Provided Software
Using the Provided Software “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” is included on the CD-ROM (S-SW132). Using the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4, you can manage images saved on your computer, and develop RAW files taken with this camera and adjust the color of the images.
Page 284 Click [PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4]. 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 285: Screens Of The Pentax Digital Camera Utility 4
Screens of the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 When PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 is launched, the following screen (browser) appears. The screenshots used in this explanation are for Windows. Browser tab set (default setting) You can perform the file management functions such as viewing and organizing the images.
Page 286: Status Bar
3Control Panel Shooting information and settings of the selected image appear in this panel. The set of tab pages displayed in Control Panel can be changed by pressing the Browser, Laboratory and Custom buttons on the Tool bar. 4File Display Pane The file list and the images in the selected folder appear here.
Page 287 By default, all tab pages are displayed. Viewing Detailed Information on the Software Refer to Help for details on using the software program. Click the button on the Tool bar. Or, select [PENTAX Digital Camera Utility Help] from the [Help] menu.
Page 288 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.282. A world map for Internet Product Registration is displayed. If your computer is connected to the Internet, click the displayed country or region and then follow the instructions to register your software.
Page 289: Appendix
Appendix Default Settings ..........288 Resetting the Menus ..........296 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .............297 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor .......300 Using the GPS Unit ..........305 Error Messages ..........310 Troubleshooting ..........313 Main Specifications ..........315 Index ..............321 WARRANTY POLICY ..........327...
Page 290: Default Settings
Default Settings The table below shows the factory default settings. The functions set in Memory (p.274) are saved even when the camera is turned off. Reset Setting Yes: The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.296). No : The setting is saved even after reset.
Page 291 Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Distortion Correction Lens p.193 Correction Lat-Chromatic-Ab Adj Cross Processing p.200 Type BA±1 (White Extended p.141 Balance)/ Bracketing Bracketing Amount ±1 (other than White Balance) Digital Filter p.143 Not use any filters HDR Capture p.191 Capture Auto Align P (Off)
Page 292 Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting b (1280×720, Recorded Pixels 16:9, 30 fps) Quality Level (Best) Sound g (On) Movie p.152 Cross Processing Digital Filter Not use any filters Movie Aperture Control Fixed l (Off) Shake Reduction Autofocus Method I (Face Detection AF) Show Grid Live Info Overlay...
Page 293 Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Histogram (Off) Digital Bright/Dark Area (Off) p.119 Preview Enlarge Instant Review O (On) Rb, Sc, R–, So, |– Rb, S–, |– R–, Sc, |– E-Dial p.247 Rb, Sc, Programming |eLINE R–, Sc, |– R–, Sc, |– R–, Sc, |cSHIFT One Push File...
Page 294 Playback Mode Palette Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Image Rotation – – p.219 Digital Filter Toy Camera p.233 Maximum size Resize – p.230 according to the setting Maximum size Cropping – p.231 according to the setting Protect – p.222 Slideshow –...
Page 295 [R Set-up] Menu Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting p.256 Language/u English Date Adjustment p.253 01/01/2012 Setting the Time W (Hometown) Destination (City) Same as Hometown World Time Destination (DST) Same as Hometown p.253 Hometown (City) According to initial setting Hometown (DST) According to initial setting According to initial setting...
Page 296 Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting Dust Removal – – Dust p.300 Removal Start-up Action (On) Sensor Cleaning – – p.303 Format – – p.246 *3 The setting can be reset only with [Reset File Name] in the [File Name] screen. [A Custom Setting] Menu Reset Item...
Page 297 Reset Item Default Setting Page Setting 25. Catch-in Focus p.117 26. AF Fine Adjustment p.111 27. Using Aperture Ring Prohibited p.299 Reset Custom Functions – – p.296 *4 The saved adjustment value is reset only with [Reset] in the [26. AF Fine Adjustment] screen.
Page 298: Resetting The Menus
Resetting the Menus Resetting the Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menus Settings in the [A Rec. Mode] menu, [Q Playback] menu, [R Set-up] menu, direct keys and playback mode palette can be reset to default settings. Language/u, Date Adjustment, the city and DST settings for World Time, Text Size, Video Output, Copyright Information and [A Custom Setting] menu settings are not reset.
Page 299: Functions Available With Various Lens Combinations
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations All camera capture modes are available when DA, DA L, or FA J lens is used, or when a lens with an s (Auto) position is used with the aperture ring set to the s position. When they are used in a position other than s, or other lenses are used, the following restrictions apply.
Page 300 *5 The [Distortion Correction] setting is disabled when using the DA 10-17mm FISH-EYE lens. *6 To use an FA SOFT 28mm F2.8 lens, FA SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, or F SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, set [27. Using Aperture Ring] to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu. Pictures can be taken with the aperture you set, but only within manual aperture range.
Page 301: Using The Aperture Ring
Using the Aperture Ring The shutter can be released even if the Using Aperture Ring aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F or A lens is Prohibited not set to the s position or a lens without an Permitted s position is attached.
Page 302: 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 with Ultrasonic Vibrations (Dust Removal) Dust adhering to the CMOS sensor is removed by applying ultrasonic vibrations to the filter on the front surface of the CMOS sensor.
Page 303: Detecting Dust On The Cmos Sensor (Dust Alert)
Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) Dust Alert is a function that detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust. You can save an image indicating the dust location and display it when performing sensor cleaning (p.303).
Page 304 Fully display a white wall or other Dust Alert bright subject with no detail in Checks for dust on the sensor. the viewfinder and press the Press shutter release button shutter release button fully. to reveal dust location After image processing is performed, the Dust Alert image appears.
Page 305: Removing Dust With A Blower
Removing Dust with a Blower Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the CMOS sensor with a blower. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning because the CMOS sensor is a precision part. Cleaning services involve a fee.
Page 306: Turn Off The Camera
Press the four-way controller (2) Sensor Cleaning to select [Mirror Up] and press the 4 button. Raises mirror and opens shutter for access to clean sensor. Turn the power off to finish The mirror is locked in the up position. Mirror Up If you used Dust Alert to detect dust on Cancel...
Page 307: Using The Gps Unit
Using the GPS Unit The following functions are available when the optional GPS unit O-GPS1 is attached to this camera. Displays the latitude, N 36°45.410' longitude, altitude of the W140°02.000' current location, lens direction and 0° Electronic Compass Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Page 308: Displaying The Distance And Direction To The Destination (Simple Navigation)
Displaying the Distance and Direction to the Destination (Simple Navigation) Saving the Destination You can save the GPS location information stored in an image as the destination for Simple Navigation. Up to 38 destinations can be saved. Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode. The playback mode palette appears.
Page 309 Use the four-way controller (23) 5/38 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 to select the desired position in Madrid the destination list to save. London Paris Amsterdom Turn the rear e-dial (S) to switch Milan between pages. Select desired position in destination list Cancel MENU...
Page 310: Shooting Celestial Bodies (Astrotracer)
Use the four-way controller (23) Simple Navigation to select [Select Destination] and Navigation Start press the four-way controller (5). Select Destination NewYork The destination selection screen Destination Manager appears. MENU Use the four-way controller (23) to select a destination. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to switch between pages. Press the 4 button.
Page 311 To set the desired exposure time, ASTROTRACER (Bulb) first set [Timed Exposure] to O Max. Trace Duration 5' 00" (On). Start Shooting Timed Exposure You can set the exposure time between Exposure Time Preset 5' 00" 0'01" and 5'00" in [Exposure Time Precise Calibration Preset].
Page 312: Error Messages
Error Messages Error message Description The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images. (p.54, p.74) Data may be saved when you perform the Memory card full following operations.
Page 313 Error message Description The battery is exhausted. Install a fully charged Battery depleted battery in the camera. (p.49) Appears during sensor cleaning if the battery Not enough battery level is insufficient. Install a fully charged power remaining to battery or use an AC adapter kit (optional). clean sensor (p.52) Appears during pixel mapping if the battery...
Page 314 Error message Description Appears if Live View is started when [27. Using Aperture Ring] is set to [Prohibited] in the [A Cannot start Live View Custom Setting 4] menu and the lens aperture ring is set to a position other than s, or a lens without an s position is being used.
Page 315: 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. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the battery out and put it back in again.
Page 316 Problem Cause Remedy Autofocus The focus mode is Set the focus mode switch to l or A. does not work set to \ (p.108) Autofocus is not locked (focus lock) when the focus mode is set to k (A). The The focus camera will continue focusing on the subject The focus mode is...
Page 317: Main Specifications
Main Specifications Model Description TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera with Type built-in retractable P-TTL flash PENTAX K bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens information Lens Mount contacts, K-mount with power contacts) Compatible Lens (power zoom compatible), K mount lenses Image Capture Unit Image Sensor Primary color filter, CMOS, Size: 23.7 x 15.7 (mm)
Page 318 Live View Type TTL method using CMOS image sensor Contrast detection + Face detection, Contrast detection, Phase Focusing Mechanism matching Field of View approx. 100%, Magnified view (= mode: 2×, 4×, Display 6×/\ mode: 2×, 4×, 6×, 8×, 10×), Grid display (4×4 Grid, Golden Section, Scale display), Bright/dark area warning, Histogram LCD Monitor Wide viewing angle TFT color LCD with AR coating and air...
Page 319 Angle of view: equivalent to angle of view of 28mm lens (35mm format equivalent) P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Flash Mode Sync; High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync are available with PENTAX dedicated external flash. Sync Speed 1/180 sec. Flash Exposure -2.0 to +1.0 EV...
Page 320 Select the number of shots between 2 and 9. Multi-exposure Exposure adjusted automatically. (Auto EV Adjustment) Capture Interval setting (1 sec. to 24 hr.), Start Interval setting Interval Shooting (immediate, designated time), Captures up to 999 images White Balance, Saturation, Hue, High/Low Key Adj, Contrast, Extended Bracketing Sharpness Horizon Correction...
Page 321 Resize, Cropping (aspect ratio can be changed, and tilt correction is available), Index, Movie Edit (Divide or delete Edit selected frames), Capturing a JPEG still picture from a movie, Saving RAW data from JPEG (if available in buffer memory) Customization User Mode Up to 5 settings can be saved.
Page 322 <Mounted on the camera> Eyecup F , Hot shoe cover F , Body mount cover, Sync socket 2P cap Software PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time When using the fully charged battery Flash Photography Normal...
Page 323: Index
Index Symbols Auto Power Off ..... 266 Auto Screen Rotation ... 259 m (EV Compensation) button Auto Time Synch....305 .........21, 24, 105 F (White Balance) ..183 E (Flash pop-up) button Autofocus = ...... 108 .........22, 72 Autofocus Method ....147 Q (Playback) button Automatic sensitivity correction ........22, 24, 73...
Page 324 Catch-in Focus .....117 Deleting a single image ..74 Center-weighted metering ..103 Destination ......253 Charging the battery ....49 Detailed information display City names ......255 ..........31 Cloudy (White Balance) ..183 Developing RAW images ..238 Color (Digital Filter) ..144, 234 Digital Filter ....
Page 325 Extended Bracketing ....141 Green button ....22, 24 External flash .......167 Green mode B ....66, 90 Extract Color (Digital Filter) Guide Display ....25, 257 ........143, 234 Guide indicator ....... 35 Eyecup ........58 Guide number ...... 165 Face Detection AF ....147 HDMI Out ......
Page 326 Interval Shooting ....133 Metering mode switch o button ......21, 83 ........22, 103 ISO sensitivity ......83 \ (Manual focus) ....116 Microphone ....20, 154 Miniature (Digital Filter) ..233 JPEG Quality ......179 Mired ........188 JPEG Recorded Pixels ..178 Mirror ........
Page 327 PEF ........181 Recorded Pixels ... 152, 178 PENTAX Digital Camera Remote Control ....127 Utility 4 .........281 Reset ........296 Phase Difference AF ....147 Resize ........230 Photographer information ..269 Retro (Digital Filter) ..143, 233 Pixel Mapping .......273 Reversal Film (Custom Image) Pixels ......152, 178...
Page 328 Single mode ......109 Video input terminal ..... 224 Sketch Filter (Digital Filter) ...233 Video output format ....225 Slideshow ......217 Viewfinder ......36, 58 Slim (Digital Filter) ....234 Vignetting ....... 69 Slow Shutter Speed NR ..87 Slow-speed Sync ....162 Water Color (Digital Filter) ... 233 Soft (Digital Filter) ..143, 234 White Balance ......
Page 329: 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 330 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 331 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 332: 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 333 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 336 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. 58288 Copyright © PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD. 2012 R01DTI12 Printed in Philippines...

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