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Operating Manual
Getting Started
To ensure the best performance from your
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Introduction
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Shooting
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Playback
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Settings
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  • Page 1 Introduction Getting Started SLR Digital Camera Shooting Playback Operating Manual Settings Appendix To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
  • Page 2 Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover F Eyecup F ME viewfinder cap Sync socket 2P cap (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) Body mount cover Triangular ring and protective cover Battery grip terminal cover Rechargeable lithium-ion (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera)

  • Page 3: Introducing The K-3 Ii

    Introducing the K-3 II Getting Started Taking Pictures Playback Functions Changing the Settings Appendix...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    How to Use This Manual Introducing the K-3 II Taking Pictures ......p.7 ........p.37 Gives you an overview of the K-3 II. Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works Read this and get to know your K-3 II! properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures! ...
  • Page 5 Playback Functions Appendix ......p.66 ..........p.87 Explains various operations for playing back and Provides other resources to get the most from your editing images. K-3 II.  Playback Mode Palette Items .....p.66  Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions .............p.87 ...
  • Page 6 Contents How to Use This Manual ......2 Basic Shooting Operation ......... 33 Shooting with the Viewfinder ........33 Shooting with Live View ..........35 Introducing the K-3 II .......7 Reviewing Images ..........36 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ..7 Taking Pictures ........37 Operating Controls ............
  • Page 7 Changing the Settings ......78 Interval Movie Record ..........53 Setting the White Balance ......... 54 Camera Settings ..........78 Adjusting the White Balance Manually ......55 Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions ..... 78 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Saving Frequently Used Settings ......... 80 Temperature ..............

  • Page 8: Taking Pictures

    Regarding User Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the user registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on our website. Thank you for your cooperation. http://www.ricoh-imaging.com/registration/...

  • Page 9: Names And Functions Of The Working Parts

    Names and Functions of the Working Parts Speaker Hot shoe GPS indicator lamp Strap lug Strap lug AF assist light X-sync socket Microphone Headphone terminal Self-timer lamp/Remote control receiver Mirror AF coupler Lens mount index Lens unlock button Lens information contacts Image plane indicator Diopter adjustment dial LCD panel...

  • Page 10: Operating Controls

    3 Shutter release button Operating Controls Press to capture images. (p.34) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode. 4 Main switch Turns the power on/off, or activates the preview function. (p.31, p.47) 5 Front e-dial (Q) Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure. (p.38) You can change the menu category when a menu screen is displayed.
  • Page 11 f Playback button (3) When a menu or the control panel is displayed, use this to move the cursor or change the item to set. Switches to playback mode. (p.36) Press the button again to switch to capture mode. Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette.

  • Page 12: Monitor Display

    Status Screen Monitor Display 4 5 6 7 Capture Mode 4 000 4 0 0 0 1/ 1/ 1280 0 1 2 8 0 0 With this camera, you can take pictures while looking through the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor. 17 18 12345 12345...
  • Page 13 Live View 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 +1.7 +1.7 ±0EV ±0EV 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 99999 99999 2000 2000 F2.8 F2.8 1600 1600 99999 99999 19 20 21 24 25 Exposure Mode (p.38) 13 Electronic Level Flash Mode (p.43) (horizontal tilt) (p.17) Drive Mode (p.48)
  • Page 14 19 File Format (p.37) 23 Exposure Setting (p.40) Control Panel 20 JPEG Recorded Pixels 24 Recording Sound Level and Quality Level (p.37)/ (p.40) A mode Movie Recorded Pixels 25 Playback Sound Volume 12345 12345 ISO AUTO Setting ISO AUTO Setting (p.37) 26 Framerate (p.37) Adjustment Range...
  • Page 15 Shooting Info Display When the Camera is Held Vertically 2 5 0 2 5 0 When the camera is rotated to the vertical 1/ 1/ You can change the type of information displayed in standby position, the status screen and control mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed.
  • Page 16 Detailed Information Display Playback Mode The captured image and shooting information are displayed in Still pictures single image display of the playback mode. 100-0001 100-0001 Press G to change the type of information displayed in single +1.0 +1.0 image display. Use CD to select the type and press E. ±0 ±0 2000...
  • Page 17 20 Focusing area (AF point) 34 Diffraction Correction Histogram Display (p.45) (p.60) 21 White Balance (p.54) 35 Color Fringe Correction Use AB to switch between the brightness histogram and RGB 22 White Balance fine- (p.77) histogram. tuning (p.55) 36 Custom Image setting Brightness histogram 23 HDR Capture (p.59)/ (p.56)

  • Page 18: Viewfinder

    t Memo Viewfinder • The information is displayed in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway, or during the meter When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information operating time (default setting: 10 sec.). appears in the viewfinder. •...

  • Page 19: Lcd Panel

    LCD Panel Electronic Level You can check whether the camera is tilted by displaying the electronic level. The electronic level for the horizontal camera angle can be displayed in the EV bar scale in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel, and the electronic levels for the vertical and horizontal camera angles can be displayed on the Live View screen.

  • Page 20: How To Change Function Settings

    Using the Control Panel How to Change Function Settings You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in The camera functions and their settings can be selected and standby mode. changed by using the following ways. Use ABCD to select an item. Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode.

  • Page 21: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Most functions are set from the menus. The functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus. Use Q to change the menu category. 2 3 4 Memory Card Options Memory Card Options Use R to switch between menu tabs.

  • Page 22: Menu List

    Menu List Rec. Mode Menus Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode dial is Exposure Mode p.81 set to O, P, or Q. Sets the recording method for when two memory cards are Memory Card Options Sequential Use p.37...
  • Page 23 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Highlight Expands the dynamic range and prevents overexposed areas Auto Correction from occurring. D-Range p.59 Settings Shadow Expands the dynamic range and prevents underexposed areas Auto Correction from occurring. Sets the range of automatic correction in ISO AUTO and the ISO 100 to ISO ISO AUTO Setting p.41...
  • Page 24 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Display Time Sets the Instant Review display time. 1sec. Zoom Review Displays the magnified image during Instant Review. Save RAW Data Saves the RAW data during Instant Review. Instant p.34 Delete Deletes the displayed image during Instant Review. Review Histogram Displays the histogram during Instant Review.

  • Page 25: Movie Menu

    Menu Item Function Default Setting Page On for settings other than Digital Filter, Memory Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off. p.82 HDR Capture, and Pixel Shift Resolution You can save frequently used capture settings to O, P, or Q Save USER Mode –...

  • Page 26: Set-Up Menus

    Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Sets overexposed areas to blink red in Standard Information Highlight Alert – Display or Histogram Display of the playback mode. Rotates images which were captured with the camera held Auto Image Rotation p.69 vertically or of which the rotation information has been changed. Protect All Images Protects all stored images at once.

  • Page 27: Custom Setting Menus

    Menu Item Function Default Setting Page Sets the photographer and copyright information embedded in the Copyright Information p.85 Exif data. Flicker Reduction Cuts down on monitor flicker by setting the power frequency. – 50Hz Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no Auto Power Off 1min.
  • Page 28 Menu Item Function Default Setting Page 8. Bracketing Order Sets the order for Exposure Bracketing shooting. p.51 0 - + 9. One-Push Bracketing Shoots all frames with one release when using Exposure Bracketing. p.51 Sets whether to automatically fine-tune the white balance when 10.

  • Page 29: Attaching The Strap

    Attaching the Strap Attaching a Lens Pass the end of the strap Make sure that the camera is turned off. through the protective Remove the body mount cover and triangular ring. cover (1) and lens mount cover (2). After removing the cover, be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward.

  • Page 30: Using The Battery And Charger

    u Caution Using the Battery and Charger • When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust. • Keep the body mount cover attached on the camera when a Use the battery D-LI90 and battery charger D-BC90 exclusively lens is not attached.

  • Page 31: Inserting/Removing The Battery

    t Memo Face the A mark on the • The maximum charging time is approximately 390 minutes (it battery towards the depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C outside of the camera, and and 40°C (32°F and 104°F).

  • Page 32: Inserting A Memory Card

    Using the AC Adapter Inserting a Memory Card We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132 The following memory cards can be used with this camera. when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the •...

  • Page 33: Initial Settings

    Rotate the memory card Initial Settings cover as shown by 3, and slide it in the direction of Turn the camera on and make the initial settings. Turning the Camera On Turn the main switch to u Caution [ON]. • Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp is lit.

  • Page 34: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time), and use CD to select S or T. Press D, and use AB to Date Adjustment Date Adjustment select the date format. Press E. Date Format Date Format mm/dd/yy mm/dd/yy 24h Date...

  • Page 35: Basic Shooting Operation

    Formatting a Memory Card Basic Shooting Operation Press F. Take pictures in T (Green) mode in which the camera The A1 menu appears. automatically sets the optimal exposure. Use Q or R to display D4 menu. Shooting with the Viewfinder Use AB to select [Format] and press D.
  • Page 36 Set the focus mode switch Look through the to v. viewfinder to view the subject. When using a zoom lens, turn the zoom ring to the right or left to change the angle of view. Position the subject inside AF MF the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway.

  • Page 37: Shooting With Live View

    t Memo Shooting with Live View • You can use I to focus on the subject. (p.44) • You can preview the image on the monitor and check the Press K in Step 6 on depth of field before shooting. (p.47) “Shooting with the •...

  • Page 38: Reviewing Images

    Saves the RAW data (only Reviewing Images when a JPEG image was taken and the data remains in the buffer). Review the captured image on the monitor. Changes the type of Press 3. information displayed (p.14). Displays the playback mode palette (p.66).

  • Page 39: Configuring The Capture Settings

    t Memo Configuring the Capture Settings • When [File Format] is set to [RAW+], a JPEG image and a RAW image with the same file number are saved at the same time. • You can take pictures with a different file format setting only Memory Card Settings A1/v when P is pressed.

  • Page 40: Taking Still Pictures

    Taking Still Pictures Set the mode dial to the desired exposure mode. Q or R appears on the status screen for the value that 1/ 1/ Select the exposure mode that suits the subject and shooting can be changed. 1 0 0 1 0 0 conditions.

  • Page 41: Ev Compensation

    t Memo EV Compensation • The settings for exposure can be specified in increments of 1/3 EV steps. In [1. EV Steps] of the E1 menu, you can The compensation value can be set between -5 and +5 EV (-2 change the adjustment steps to 1/2 EV steps.

  • Page 42: Recording Movies

    t Memo Recording Movies • Recording can be started or stopped by pressing the shutter release button fully. • You can change the movie settings in the C1 menu or from Turn the capture mode selector switch to C. the control panel. (p.23) When [Exposure Setting] is set to Live View is displayed.

  • Page 43: Setting The Exposure

    Playing Back Movies Setting the Exposure Display the movie to play 100-0001 100-0001 Sensitivity back in single image display of the playback mode. Press N, and then turn 10'00" 10'00" The sensitivity displayed on the status screen, Live View screen, Available operations LCD panel and in the viewfinder Plays back/pauses a movie.

  • Page 44: Ae Metering

    AE Metering Noise Reduction when Shooting with A2/v a High ISO Sensitivity Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness You can set the Noise Reduction and determining exposure. High-ISO NR High-ISO NR setting when shooting with a high ISO Auto Auto Turn R while pressing...

  • Page 45: Using A Flash

    Flash On Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye Using a Flash + Red-eye reduction before the main flash for each Reduction picture. When an external flash (optional) is connected to the camera, Sets to a slow shutter speed and you can discharge a flash for shooting. Slow-speed discharges a flash for each picture.

  • Page 46: Setting The Focus Method

    Setting the AF Mode when Shooting Setting the Focus Method with the Viewfinder Set the focus mode switch to v or Turn Q while pressing AF MF 2 5 0 2 5 0 1/ 1/ 3 2 0 0 3 2 0 0 12345 12345 12345...
  • Page 47 t Memo Sets the focusing area to the user • The following settings for autofocus operation can be set in selected point from 27 points. When the E3 menu. the subject happens to move out of the Expanded selected focusing area after being Focus-priority, Release- Area AF (M) 15.

  • Page 48: Setting The Af Mode During Live View

    Setting the AF Mode during Live Selecting the Desired Focusing Area A3/v View You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area). You can select an autofocus mode when shooting with Live View in [Live View] of the A3 menu, or in [Contrast AF] of the Set the autofocus mode to g or h.

  • Page 49: Af Fine Adjustment

    AF Fine Adjustment Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) You can precisely fine tune your lenses with the camera’s Turn the main switch to U to use the autofocus system. preview function. There are two preview methods. Select [25. AF Fine Adjustment] in E4 menu and press D.

  • Page 50: Setting The Drive Mode

    t Memo Setting the Drive Mode • Optical Preview is always used when the drive mode is set to [Mirror Lock-up Shooting], [Multi-exposure], [Interval Shooting], or [Interval Composite], or when You can choose from the following drive modes. [ASTROTRACER] is activated. Single Frame •...

  • Page 51: Continuous Shooting

    Takes pictures at a set interval from a set Continuous Shooting Interval time and merges them into a single image. Composite Star and moon trails can be captured in one Press A in standby mode. image. (p.53) The Drive Mode screen appears. Takes pictures at a set interval from a set Interval Movie time and saves them as a single movie file.

  • Page 52: Remote Control

    Remote Control Exposure Bracketing Press A in standby mode. Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. The Drive Mode screen appears. Select Q and press B. Select T and press B. Remote Control Remote Control Select T, 1, or U and press B. Use Q to select the number of shots.

  • Page 53: Mirror Lock-Up Shooting

    t Memo Mirror Lock-up Shooting • The bracket value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV steps or 1/2 EV steps according to the [1. EV Steps] setting of the E1 Press A in standby mode. menu. • The following settings for the Exposure Bracketing can be set The Drive Mode screen appears.

  • Page 54: Multi-Exposure

    Multi-exposure Interval Shooting Press A in standby mode. Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. The Drive Mode screen appears. Select V and press B. Select Y and press B. Select V, 2, W, or X, and press B. Set the shooting Interval Shooting Interval Shooting...

  • Page 55: Interval Composite

    Interval Composite Interval Movie Record In C mode, you can use [Interval Movie Record] to take still Press A in standby mode. pictures at a set interval from a set time and save them as a The Drive Mode screen appears. single movie file (Motion JPEG, file extension: .AVI).

  • Page 56: Setting The White Balance

    Press the shutter release button to start Setting the White Balance shooting. When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. Press C in standby mode. Instant Review is displayed, and then the monitor turns off. The White Balance setting screen appears. To cancel shooting, press the shutter release button halfway, and press F in standby mode.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The White Balance Manually

    Adjusting the White Balance Manually Press G. The fine-tuning screen appears. You can measure the white balance at a selected location. G3 G3 A2 A2 Select o in Step 2 on “Setting the White Check Check Balance” (p.54) and press B. Cancel Cancel ±0 ±0...

  • Page 58: Controlling The Image Finishing Tone

    Adjusting the White Balance with Color Controlling the Image Finishing Temperature Tone Specify the white balance with the color temperature. When you want to take pictures with a slightly different style, you can set the desired picture style before shooting. Select p in Step 2 on “Setting the White Try out the various settings, and find your best picture style.
  • Page 59 Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Press G. Captured Image The parameter setting screen appears. The outcome of Cross Processing varies each time a picture is Set the parameters. Saturation Saturation taken. If you take a cross processed image that you like, you Check Check can save the Cross Processing settings used in the image so...

  • Page 60: Digital Filter

    Available operations Digital Filter A1/C1/v Selects a parameter. Adjusts the value. Select [Digital Filter] in A1 or C1 menu and press D. Press E. The Digital Filter setting screen appears. The screen of Step 2 reappears. Select a filter. Extract Color Extract Color Press E.

  • Page 61: Correcting Images

    Correcting Images Set whether to use Auto Align or not. T Uses Auto Align. S Does not use Auto Align. Brightness Adjustment Press F twice. The camera returns to standby mode. Highlight Correction/Shadow Correction A2/v u Caution Expands the dynamic range and enables a wider range of tones •...

  • Page 62: Lens Correction

    Lens Correction High-Definition Image Output A2/v A1/v The following features can be set in Pixel Shift Resolution is the feature that enables outputting a Lens Correction Lens Correction [Lens Correction] of the A2 menu. high-definition image of a stationary object by merging four Distortion Correction Distortion Correction Peripheral Illumin.

  • Page 63: Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator

    Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator Composition Adjustment A3/v By shaking the Shake Reduction unit, a moiré reduction effect By using the Shake Reduction mechanism, the composition of the simulating that of a low-pass filter can be achieved. image can be adjusted. Use this function when you want to adjust the composition, such as when using a tripod during Live View shooting.

  • Page 64: Using The Gps

    t Memo Using the GPS • The adjusted composition is saved even if Live View is ended or the camera is turned off. To reset the saved adjustment value when Live View is ended, set [Composition Adjust.] to The following functions are available with the camera’s built-in S (Off) in [Memory] of the A4 menu.

  • Page 65: Setting Additional Features For The Gps Operation

    u Caution Performing a Calibration • You cannot turn the GPS on/off while recording a movie. • While the GPS is on, the battery drains faster than normal. Adjust the camera to obtain the direction information accurately. • If you use the camera near objects which generate a magnetic field such as magnets, or have magnetism such as Select [GPS] in A2 menu and press D.

  • Page 66: Recording The Camera Route (Gps Logging)

    t Memo Recording the Camera Route (GPS • During GPS logging, “LOG” is displayed under the GPS Logging) positioning status icon on the status screen and Live View screen. When the time set in [Logging Duration] elapses, “LOG END” is displayed and a GPS log file is saved. Select [GPS] in A2 menu and press D.

  • Page 67: Shooting Celestial Bodies (Astrotracer)

    Shooting Celestial Bodies Set the shooting (ASTROTRACER) conditions. " " - - -- -- 1 0 0 1 0 0 Set the Exposure Mode to M and set the Focus Method to w. 12345 12345 12345 12345 Press 4. Available operations Enables/Disables the timed exposure.

  • Page 68: Playback Functions

    Item Function Page Playback Mode Palette Items Develops RAW images into JPEG images and saves p.76 Development Playback functions can be set from them as new files. Image Rotation Image Rotation the playback mode palette as well as Divides a movie or deletes Movie Edit p.75 the B1 menu (p.23).

  • Page 69: Changing The Playback Method

    Deleting Selected Images Changing the Playback Method Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.67). Displaying Multiple Images Select the images to 100 _ 0505 100 _ 0505 001/500 001/500 You can display 6, 12, 20, 35, or 80 thumbnail images at the delete.

  • Page 70: Displaying Images By Folder

    Displaying Images by Folder Displaying Images by Shooting Date Images are grouped and displayed by shooting date. Turn R to the left in Step 100PENTX 100PENTX 1 of “Displaying Multiple Press G in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.67). Images”...

  • Page 71: Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow)

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

  • Page 72: Connecting The Camera To An Av Device

    t Memo Connecting the Camera to an AV Device • Check the operating manual of the AV device and select a suitable input terminal for connecting the camera. Connect to an AV device, such as a TV, equipped with an HDMI •...

  • Page 73: Connecting The Camera To A Computer

    u Caution Connecting the Camera to a • The camera cannot be operated while it is connected to a computer. To operate the camera, terminate the USB Computer connection on the computer, then turn off the camera and remove the USB cable. Connect the camera to a computer using a USB cable.

  • Page 74: Editing And Processing Images

    Changing the Image Size Editing and Processing Images u Caution • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized Copying an Image or cropped. • Images already resized or cropped to the minimum file size Copies images between memory cards in the SD1 and the SD2 cannot be processed.

  • Page 75: Correcting Color Moiré

    Specify the size and Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press position of the area to crop by using the cropping u Caution frame. • The Color Moiré Correction function can be used only for the JPEG images captured with this camera. Available operations Processing Images with Digital Filters Changes the size of the cropping frame.

  • Page 76: Recreating Filter Effects

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

  • Page 77: Creating A Composite Image (Index)

    Creating a Composite Image (Index) Select [Save to SD1], [Save to SD2], or [Reshuffle], and press E. Joins a number of images together and creates a new image When [Reshuffle] is selected, you can reselect the images with them. to be included and display a new index image. t Memo Select X in the playback mode palette.

  • Page 78: Developing Raw Images

    Developing RAW Images Use CD to move the selection frame and press You can develop RAW images into JPEG images, and save 00 ' 05" 00 ' 05" them as new files. 10 ' 00" 10 ' 00" The segments to delete are specified.
  • Page 79 Select the parameter Press E. 100 _ 0505 100 _ 0505 001/500 001/500 setting method and press The save confirmation screen appears. Develop images as shot Develop images as shot Develop images with Develop images with Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press modified settings modified settings When [Select single image] is selected, select [Continue] or...

  • Page 80: Camera Settings

    Press F twice. Camera Settings t Memo • If you select [Rotation Direction] in Step 2, you can reverse Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions the effect obtained by turning Q or R. Setting the Button Operation Setting the E-dial Operation You can set the functions for when P or I is pressed, or For each exposure mode, you can set the functions for when when the main switch is turned to U.
  • Page 81 Setting Function Page Setting the One Push File Format Autofocus is performed Enable AF1 Select the file format to change to when P is pressed for when I is pressed. each [File Format] setting. Autofocus is performed when I is pressed. Set [RAW/Fx Button] to [One Push File Format] Enable AF2 Half press of the shutter...

  • Page 82: Saving Frequently Used Settings

    t Memo Saving Frequently Used Settings • The settings saved as the USER mode can be displayed on the monitor when you select [Check Saved Settings] in Step 3. Camera settings can be saved to O, P, and Q of the mode •...

  • Page 83: Displaying The Local Date And Time Of The Specified City

    Displaying the Local Date and Time of Using the Saved USER Mode the Specified City Set the mode dial to O, P, or Q. The date and time set at the time of initial setting (“Initial The USER mode guide is Settings”...

  • Page 84: File Management Settings

    t Memo File Management Settings • Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.100) for cities that can be selected as a hometown or destination. • Select [F Hometown] in Step 3 to change the city and DST settings for the hometown. Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) •...

  • Page 85: Selecting The Folder/File Settings

    Selecting the Folder/File Settings Change the text. Text selection cursor Enter 5 single-byte alphanumeric Folder Name Folder Name characters. Folder Name Finish Finish When images are captured with this camera, a folder is automatically created and the captured images are stored in it. Reset Reset Cancel...
  • Page 86 Create New Folder File Name When [Create New Folder] is selected in the D2 menu, a folder One of the following string of characters is used as the file name is created with a new number when the next image is saved. prefix depending on the [20.

  • Page 87: Setting The Copyright Information

    Setting the Copyright Information File No. Each file name consists of a string of Sets the photographer and copyright information embedded in File No. File No. 4 characters and a sequential Sequential Numbering Sequential Numbering the Exif data. Reset File Number Reset File Number number from 0001 to 9999.

  • Page 88: Using A Wireless Memory Card

    u Caution Using a Wireless Memory Card • Insert an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard in the SD2 slot. If it is inserted in the SD1 slot, the wireless LAN function cannot be A memory card with a built-in wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) “Eye-Fi card” used.

  • Page 89: Restrictions On The Combinations Of Special Functions

    Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions × #: Restricted : Not available Composi- Digital Pixel Shift Distortion ASTRO- AA Filter Save RAW tion Filter Capture Resolution Correction TRACER Simulator Data Adjust. × × Flash Continuous × × × × Shooting Exposure ×...

  • Page 90: Functions Available With Various Lenses

    Available when using AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, AF360FGZ II, AF201FG, AF200FG, or AF160FC. Functions Available with Various Only available with compatible lenses. Lenses Distortion Correction and Peripheral Illumination Correction are disabled when a DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm lens is used. To use an FA SOFT 28mm F2.8 lens, FA SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, or All capture modes are available when a DA, DA L, or FA J lens F SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, set [26.

  • Page 91: Using The Aperture Ring

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

  • Page 92: Setting The Focal Length

    Setting the Focal Length The Shake Reduction function operates by obtaining the lens information such as focal length. Set the focal length when using a lens that the focal length information cannot be automatically obtained. Set [26. Using Aperture Ring] to [Enable] in the E4 menu.

  • Page 93: Functions When Using An External Flash

    Available only when combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II. Functions when Using an u Caution External Flash • Flashes with the reversed polarity (the center contact on the hot shoe is minus) cannot be used due to the risk of damaging Use of the following external flashes (optional) enables a variety the camera and/or flash.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Problem Cause Remedy Troubleshooting The autofocus The focus cannot Set [Contrast AF] to e, g, mode of Live View be locked. h, or i. (p.46) is set to f. t Memo When the flash mode is set to • In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to A or B, the flash does not causes such as static electricity, etc.

  • Page 95: Sensor Cleaning

    t Memo Sensor Cleaning • Only the latest Dust Alert image is saved to the SD1 slot memory card for approximately 30 minutes. If Sensor Cleaning is performed during this 30 minutes, the Dust Alert Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) image can be checked while cleaning the sensor.

  • Page 96: Error Messages

    t Memo Error Messages • Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning as the CMOS sensor is a precision part. • You can use the optional Image Sensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1 Error Messages Description when cleaning the CMOS sensor. The memory card is full and no more Memory card full images can be saved.
  • Page 97 Error Messages Description Error Messages Description Unable to update firmware. Unable to update the firmware. The Images cannot be transferred when There is a problem with the update file is damaged. Try downloading Set the Eye-Fi [Action Mode] is not set to [SELECT] in firmware update file the update file again.

  • Page 98: Main Specifications

    Viewfinder Main Specifications Type Pentaprism Finder Coverage (FOV) Approx. 100% Model Description Magnification Approx. 0.95× (50mm F1.4 at infinity) Approx. 20.5 mm (from the view window) Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital camera Eye-Relief Length Approx. 22.3 mm (from the center of lens) PENTAX K bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens Lens Mount...
  • Page 99 Autofocus System Max. approx. 8.3 fps, JPEG (q: m at Continuous H): up to approx. 60 frames, RAW: up to Type TTL phase-matching autofocus approx. 23 frames SAFOX 11, 27 points (25 cross type focus points in Max. approx. 4.5 fps, JPEG (q: m at Focus Sensor the center) Continuous...
  • Page 100 Playback Functions D-Range Settings Highlight Correction, Shadow Correction Single image, Multi-image display (6, 12, 20, 35, and Noise Reduction Slow Shutter Speed NR, High-ISO NR 80 thumbnails), Image magnification (Up to 16×, GPS Logging (Logging Interval, Logging Duration, 100% display, and quick zoom), Rotated image Memory Card Options), ASTROTRACER, display, Histogram (Y histogram, RGB histogram), Calibration, Additional Settings (GPS Time Sync,...
  • Page 101 Interfaces AF.S Setting: Focus-priority, Release-priority 1st Frame Action in AF.C: Release-priority, Auto, USB 3.0 (micro B), external power supply terminal, Focus-priority cable switch terminal, X-sync socket, HDMI output Connection Port Action in AF.C Continuous: Focus-priority, Auto, terminal (type D), stereo microphone input terminal, AF Customization FPS-priority headphone terminal...
  • Page 102 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and List of World Time Cities Playback Time The following cities can be set as Hometown and Destination. (When using the fully charged battery) Region City Battery Temperature Normal Shooting Playback Time Honolulu, Anchorage, Vancouver, San North Francisco, Los Angeles, Calgary, Denver, D-LI90...

  • Page 103: Operating Environment For Usb Connection And Provided Software

    t Memo Operating Environment for USB Connection • QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to a and Provided Software computer with an OS other than Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. (A computer with Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 can play With the provided software “Digital Camera Utility 5”, you can back movies with a pre-installed player software.) develop RAW files, make color adjustments, or check shooting...

  • Page 104: Index

    Index Symbols Aperture value ....38 Create New Folder ..84 Aspect Ratio ....73, 77 Cropping ......72 A menu......20 Cable switch terminal ..7 ASTROTRACER ..... 65 Cross Processing (Custom C menu......23 Calendar Filmstrip Display Auto (AF point) ....45 Image) ......
  • Page 105 Dust Alert......93 Flucard ...... 30, 86 Image storage capacity Lever........8 Dust Removal ....92 Focus indicator ....34 ........100 Link AE and AF Point ..25 Dynamic range ....59 Focus Method....44 Index........ 75 Live View ..... 11, 21, 35 Focus mode switch..
  • Page 106 QuickTime ..... 101 Sensitivity Priority Automatic Status Screen ....10 Strap ........ 27 Exposure ......38 Natural (Custom Image) .. 56 Sensitivity Steps ....41 Superimpose AF Area ..16 Noise Reduction ..39, 42 Radiant (Custom Image) Sensor Cleaning ....93 H mode ......
  • Page 107 Water Color (Digital Filter) ........73 WB Adjustable Range ..55 WB When Using Flash ..55 White Balance ....54 Wi-Fi transmission ... 86 Windows ......101 Wireless LAN....86 Wireless Memory Card ..86 World Time ...... 81 N mode ......

  • Page 108: For Using Your Camera Safely

    About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter For Using Your Camera Safely Warning We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the • Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed following symbols.

  • Page 109: Care To Be Taken During Handling

    About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Care to be Taken During Handling Warning • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, Before Using Your Camera do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

  • Page 110: Cleaning Your Camera

    4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being Cleaning Your Camera accessed. • If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of •...
  • Page 111 • Note that this camera may take a while to reacquire a signal if it has not been used for an extended period or has been moved a great distance from where the GPS data was last received. • Turn off the GPS function in any place where, or on any occasion when the use of electronic device is prohibited, such as while visiting a hospital, or taking off and landing of airplane.
  • Page 112 Announcement on the Use of BSD-Licensed Software This product includes software licensed under the BSD License. BSD license is a form of license which permits the redistribution of the software provided that it is clearly stated that use is unwarranted, and a copyright notice and a list of licensing conditions are provided.

  • Page 113: Warranty Policy

    servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your WARRANTY POLICY camera returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against to be borne by the sender.
  • Page 114 For customers in USA FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may material, which may require special handling.

  • Page 115: Declaration Of Conformity

    Product Name: SLR Digital Camera For more information about collection and recycling of used Model Number: PENTAX K-3 II products, please contact your local authorities, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the Contact person: Customer Service Manager products.
  • Page 116 For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch. The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Union.
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  • Page 120 (http://www.ricoh-imaging.com.cn) http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english This contact information may change without notice. Please check the latest information on our websites. • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice. 54682 Copyright © RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 2015 R02DTE15 Printed in Philippines...

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