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- Page 1 Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ..................i About this Manual ....................i Regarding Copyrights ..................... i Trademark Recognition ....................i To users of this camera ....................ii Regarding Product Registration ..................ii USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ..................ii About the Camera ......................iii Warning ........................iii Caution ........................iii About the AC Adapter ....................iv Caution .........................iv Care to be Taken During Handling .................iv... - Page 3 Charging the Battery .................... 11 Charging the Battery with USB power ..............11 Turning On ......................11 First Time Use ....................... 12 Getting Started ................13 Taking your First Photo ..................13 Anti-Shake Function ..................... 13 Using Quick Review ..................... 13 Using Macro Mode .......................
- Page 4 White Balance ......................25 ISO Speed ........................25 AE Metering ......................... 26 Color ..........................26 Sharpness ........................26 Saturation ........................27 Contrast ........................27 Setup ..........................27 Video Capture Menu ..................... 28 Video Resolution ......................28 White Balance ......................28 Color ..........................
- Page 5 Move ..........................37 Divide ........................... 37 Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC ............. 39 Camera Settings ..............40 The Setup Menu ....................40 LCD Brightness ......................40 File Number ........................40 Digital Zoom ......................... 41 Quick View ........................41 Continuous AF ......................41 Camera Sound ......................
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Page 6: Preface
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX 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 capabilities. -
Page 7: To Users Of This Camera
Regarding Product Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM (S-SW95) supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. -
Page 8: About The Camera
If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock. •... -
Page 9: About The Ac Adapter
Do not place heavy objects on the AC plug cord, allow heavy objects to drop onto it or allow the AC plug cord to become damaged due to excessive bending. If the AC plug cord becomes damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. •... - Page 10 Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, ship, etc. If the camera is subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure, take your camera to your nearest PENTAX Service Center and have it checked.
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Page 11: Introduction
Introduction 1 Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new digital camera. This manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to use your camera, and is intended for your reference only. System Requirements In order to get the most out of your camera, your computer must meet the following system requirements: •... -
Page 12: Camera Views
2 Introduction Camera Views 10 11 Front View Rear View 1. Zoom switch 8. LCD screen 2. Shutter button 9. 4-way navigation buttons 3. POWER button 10. OK button 4. Zoom Lens 11. Delete/Anti-shake button 5. Flash 12. Mode dial 6. -
Page 13: The Mode Dial
Introduction 3 The Mode Dial The camera is equipped with a convenient Mode Dial that allows you to switch between different modes with ease. The function of each mode is as follows: Mode Type Icon Function Auto Switch to select Auto mode. Auto Scene Switch to select Auto Scene mode. -
Page 14: Buttons And Navigation Pad
4 Introduction Buttons and Navigation Pad Your camera is equipped with an Delete/Anti-shake ( / ) button, a menu button, and a navigation pad. The four-way navigation buttons and the OK button allow you to access the various options available from the On Screen Display (OSD) menu. You can configure a wide range of settings to ensure maximum results from your photos and videos. - Page 15 Introduction 5 Icon Button Function 1. Moves right in the OSD menus. 2. In Capture mode: • Press to pan right in AF area selection • Press to scroll through the Self-timer/Burst/M-Burst mode 3. In Video mode: Right/Self-timer/ • Press to scroll through the Self-timer options Burst mode 4.
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Page 16: Led Indicators
6 Introduction Icon Button Function 1. Moves left in the OSD menus. 2. Goes up to the previous level in the OSD menus. 3. In Capture mode: • Press to pan left in AF area selection • Press to display the previously captured photo 4. -
Page 17: Lcd Screen
Introduction 7 LCD screen The high resolution 3.0” TFT LCD screen shows all important information regarding camera settings as well as the visual image for your photo or video. Use the Mode Dial to switch between screen modes. Press the Screen button to switch between a Full display (all icons with histogram, face detection or smile detection), or a Simple display (only mode icon and focus area are shown while other icons are hidden). - Page 18 8 Introduction 3. Image Quality 10. Anti-Shake Center Best Selected Area Better 19. CONTINUOUS AF 11. Zoom Bar Good 20. Sharpness 4. Flash High Auto Flash Normal -2.0EV~ 12. EV Compensation +2.0EV Flash Off Fill Flash 13. Aperture Value 21. Contrast Red-eye Reduction 14.
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Page 19: Camera Setup
Camera Setup 9 Camera Setup Attaching the Wrist Strap Follow these instructions to attach the wrist strap to your camera to facilitate easy carrying: 1. Insert the short loop of the strap in the strap eyelet. 2. String the larger loop of the strap though the short loop and pull tight to attach the strap to the camera. -
Page 20: Inserting An Sd/Sdhc Memory Card
10 Camera Setup Inserting an SD/SDHC Memory Card The camera features 32 MB internal flash memory but you may also use an optional SD/SDHC memory card for additional storage. Follow these instructions to insert the SD/SDHC card. 1. Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the camera. -
Page 21: Charging The Battery
Camera Setup 11 Charging the Battery 1. Insert the battery into the camera and connect the USB/AV 3-in-1 cable with the AC adapter as shown in the picture. 2. Connect the AC adapter to a live household outlet to start charging. -
Page 22: First Time Use
12 Camera Setup First Time Use Press the POWER button as described in “Turning On” on page 11, a welcome screen displays on the LCD screen. If the camera is turned on for the first time, the Language menu pops up automatically after powering on the camera. -
Page 23: Getting Started
Getting Started 13 Getting Started Now that you are familiar with the layout of your camera, you are ready to start taking photos and movies. Taking your First Photo Taking a photo with the camera is very simple. 1. Turn the camera on and turn the Mode Dial to Auto mode. -
Page 24: Using Macro Mode
14 Getting Started Using Macro Mode Macro mode is designed for close-up photography and can capture all detail even when your subject is very close to the camera. Turn the Mode Dial to Macro mode. The Macro icon displays on the LCD screen. -
Page 25: Using The Self-Timer And Burst Photography
Getting Started 15 Using the Self-timer and Burst Photography The camera comes equipped with a self-timer which allows you to take photos after a pre-defined delay. The burst photography feature allows you to take multiple consecutive photos by pressing and holding the Shutter button. -
Page 26: Using The Aeb (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function
16 Getting Started Using the AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Function When using the AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) function, the camera automatically takes 3 consecutive photos with different exposures by pressing the Shutter button once. For example, when the current EV compensation value is +0.3 EV and the AEB bracket interval value is set to ±0.3, the camera takes shots of the same scene with 3 varying levels of exposure: -0.3 EV, 0 EV and +0.3 EV. -
Page 27: Setting The Scene Mode
Getting Started 17 Setting the Scene Mode The camera supports various preset modes for shooting in different environments and conditions. Each setting is configured automatically by the camera. To select scene modes: 1. Turn the Mode Dial to SCENE mode to display the Scene Sport menu options. -
Page 28: Using The Self Portrait Mode
18 Getting Started However, when the camera fails to detect your subject’s face, a white focus bracket will be displayed according to the selected focus mode. To disable the smile detection function, press the Down/Screen navigation button again. Using the Self Portrait Mode The up-to-date Self Portrait function allows you to take self-portrait shots. -
Page 29: Taking Panoramic Pictures
Getting Started 19 Taking Panoramic Pictures Panorama mode allows you to shoot ultra wide panoramic shots. You can create wide-view photos by stitching three images into a single panoramic scene. To take a panoramic picture: 1. Turn the Mode Dial to Panorama mode. -
Page 30: Recording Your First Video
20 Getting Started 8. Turn the Mode Dial to Playback mode to view the result. Recording your First Video You can also record video clips with the camera. To record a video clip: 1. Turn the camera on and turn the Mode Dial to Video mode. -
Page 31: Recording Voice Memos
Getting Started 21 Recording Voice Memos You can add a 20 sec voice memo to an image right after it’s taken. To record a voice memo: 1. Hold the Shutter button to start recording and release the Shutter button to stop recording. 2. -
Page 32: Capture Settings
22 Capture Settings Capture Settings This section describes the various settings you can modify to get better results when taking photos and video clips. The Capture Menu To access the Capture menu: 1. Turn the Mode Dial to select a desired image capture mode. 2. -
Page 33: Image Resolution
Capture Settings 23 Image Resolution The Image Resolution setting refers to the size of the image in pixels. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from the options. 9 settings for image resolution are available: • 12M (4000 x 3000) •... -
Page 34: Ev Compensation
24 Capture Settings EV Compensation The EV Compensation menu allows you to adjust the exposure or amount of light that enters the lens while capturing photos or videos. Use this feature to lighten or darken the image when the brightness between the subject and background is not balanced or when the +0.3EV subject occupies only a small part of the photograph. -
Page 35: White Balance
Capture Settings 25 White Balance The White Balance setting allows you to adjust the camera setting according to the ambient white light when shooting. White balance AUTO represents the degree of coolness of the light. If the light has a yellowish SUNNY or reddish tinge, it is said to be warm;... -
Page 36: Ae Metering
26 Capture Settings AE Metering The AE Metering allows you to select the area of the subject or frame by which the camera measures light. Use the Up/Down navigation MATRIX buttons to select from the options. 3 AE metering settings are available: CENTER WEIGHTED •... -
Page 37: Saturation
Capture Settings 27 Saturation The Saturation setting allows you to adjust the saturation of the colors in your photos. Use a high saturation setting for rich colors and a lower HIGH saturation setting for more natural tones. Use the Up/Down navigation NORMAL buttons to select from the options. -
Page 38: Video Capture Menu
28 Capture Settings Video Capture Menu To access the video menu: Enter 1. Turn the Mode Dial to Video mode. 1280X720 2. Press the MENU button to display the menu options. 640X480 320X240 3. Use the Left/Right navigation buttons to highlight an option and press the OK button to enter the submenu. -
Page 39: Photo, Video & Audio Playback
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 29 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Playback Mode Display Photo Playback 1/140 1/140 1. Playback mode 2. Image resolution Photo mode: F2.9 1/125 Video mode: HD (1280X720), -1.0EV 640 (640x480), IMGP0123.JPG IMGP0123.JPG IMGP0123.JPG 320 (320x240) 2009/09/01 2009/09/01 2009/09/01... -
Page 40: Viewing Photos/Videos On The Lcd Screen
30 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Viewing Photos/Videos on the LCD Screen To view your photos and video files on the LCD screen: 1. Turn the Mode Dial to Playback mode. The most recent photo or video clip is displayed. 2. -
Page 41: Listening To Voice Memo
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 31 Listening to Voice Memo A voice memo plays simultaneously when playing a saved image with voice memo. To stop a voice memo while reviewing an image, press OK button. To skip to previous/next image, press Left/Right navigation buttons. Viewing Photos/Videos on your TV To view images stored on the camera on your TV, you must Audio... -
Page 42: Deleting Photos/Videos/Audios
32 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Deleting Photos/Videos/Audios The Delete function allows you to remove unwanted files stored on DELETE internal memory or a memory card. CANCEL To delete a photo/video/audio: VOICE MEMO THIS IMAGE 1. Press the button to display the Delete menu. ALL IMAGES 2. -
Page 43: Dpof
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 33 DPOF DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) allows you to specify the number of copies of a certain image that you want to print at a later date. Use this function to tag pictures stored in your memory card with print information. You can tag all pictures to be printed or just the current picture. -
Page 44: Slideshow
34 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Slideshow The Slideshow function allows you to view all stored photos in a 1/140 1/140 continuous sequence. START To view a slideshow: INTERVAL 5 SEC 1. Press the MENU button to select SLIDESHOW from the menu, LOOP then press the OK button to enter the SLIDESHOW function. -
Page 45: Rotate
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 35 Rotate The Rotate function allows you to change the orientation of a saved 1/140 1/140 1/140 photo. To rotate an image: Press OK to enter 1. Press the MENU button to select ROTATE from the menu. 2. -
Page 46: Frame Composite
36 Photo, Video & Audio Playback Frame Composite The Frame Composite function supports 9 various decoration frame 1/140 1/140 1/140 types to make your captured pictures more funny. Please note the image resolution of the picture that you want apply the frame needs being Press OK to enter higher than 3M. -
Page 47: Move
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 37 Move The Move function allows you to move images stored in internal memory to a memory card. THIS IMAGE To move an image: ALL IMAGES 1. Press the MENU button to select MOVE from the menu. EXIT 2. - Page 48 38 Photo, Video & Audio Playback 5. Press the Up/Down navigation buttons and the OK button to select from the following options: • : Select to review the trimmed video clip. NEW FILE • : Select to save the trimmed video clip as a new file or OVERWRITE overwrite the original video.
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Page 49: Transferring Photos/Videos To Your Pc
Photo, Video & Audio Playback 39 Transferring Photos/Videos to your PC To transfer photos and videos to your PC: Connect the camera’s port to a free USB port on your PC using the USB cable. The camera’s internal memory and/or SD/SDHC card appear as removable drives in the file manager. -
Page 50: Camera Settings
40 Camera Settings Camera Settings The Setup Menu The setup menu, available in capture and playback modes, allows you to configure the camera’s general settings and according to your preferences. To access the setup menu: 1. Press the MENU button when in Playback or any of the capture Enter modes. -
Page 51: Digital Zoom
Camera Settings 41 Digital Zoom The Digital Zoom setting allows you to turn the digital zoom function on or off. Press the OK button to confirm. Select ON to enable the function or OFF (default) to disable it. DIGITAL ZOOM Quick View The Quick View setting allows you to view the photo that you have just taken. -
Page 52: Camera Sound
42 Camera Settings Camera Sound The Camera Sound setting allows you to adjust the camera sound level. You can also set the start-up and shutter sound when you turn on VOLUME NORMAL the camera and press the Shutter button. Available options are as START-UP follows: SHUTTER... -
Page 53: Video Out
Camera Settings 43 Video Out The Video Out setting allows you to adjust the video output, depending on the type of your TV. Use Up/Down navigation buttons to select from NTSC the menu options. 2 options are available: • NTSC •... -
Page 54: Language
44 Camera Settings Language The Language setting allows you to choose which language the OSD menu uses. Scroll down the list and select your language. Press the OK ENGLISH button to confirm. Use the Up/Down navigation buttons to select from DEUTSCH the menu options. -
Page 55: Reset
Camera Settings 45 Reset The Reset setting allows you to reset the camera to the original factory default settings except date&time, language, and video out format. This Reset to camera means all modifications you have made to the camera settings will be default setting? cleared. -
Page 56: Specifications
46 Specifications Specifications Resolution / Image Type 12M Pixels / 1/2.33” CCD 3.0” TFT, 230,000 Pixels General Dimensions 90(W)x59(H)x19(D)mm Exterior Casing Metal Housing Weight Approx. 128g Wide: F2.9 Aperture Tele: F5.3 Optical Zoom Up to 3x Digital Zoom Up to 5x f=5.7mm (W), 17.1mm (T) Optics Focal Length... - Page 57 Specifications 47 Image File Formats Still Image: JPEG (Exif2.2) Still Image: 4000 x 3000, 3664 x 2748, 3664 x 2442, 3264 x 2448, 2576 x 1932, 2048 x 1536, Image 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, Image Quality Mode Resolution 640 x480 Video Mode: 1280x720@15fps,...
- Page 58 48 Specifications Face / Smile Detection Flash Range 2.5m@wide Lens Thread None Anti-Shake Yes, High ISO Single Mode, Burst Mode, M-Burst (VGA@16 shots), Drive Mode AEB Mode Quick Delete Quick View Quick Review Self Timer 2 or 10 seconds Playback Magnify Up to 6X (0.5 steps) White Balance Auto, Sunny, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Cloudy...
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Page 59: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 49 Troubleshooting Problem Action • The battery may be exhausted. Charge or replace the battery. Camera does not turn on • The battery are installed incorrectly. Reinsert the battery observing the correct polarity. Camera turns off automatically Press the POWER button again to turn on the camera. Press any button to turn on the LCD when POWER SAVING LCD turns dim automatically setting (30 SEC or 1 MIN) is activated. - Page 60 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 equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.
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