Pentax Q7, 10720, 11520 User Manual

Introduction
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Digital Camera
PENTAX Q7
Operating Manual
Getting Started
Shooting
Playback
Settings
Appendix
To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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Checking the Contents of the Package

Hot shoe cover FK
(Installed on camera)
Battery charger
D-BC68P
Operating Manual (this manual)
Lenses that can be used with the PENTAX Q7
Lenses that can be used with the camera are Q-mount lenses. A K-mount lens can be attached to the camera with the use of the optional Adapter Q for K Mount Lens. (p.73)
Q body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
AC plug cord USB cable
Strap
O-ST131
I-USB7
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI68
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW133
Introducing the PENTAX Q7
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Getting Started
Taking Pictures
Playback Functions
Changing the Settings
Appendix
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How to Use This Manual

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How to Use This Manual
Introducing the PENTAX Q7 ............p.7
Gives you an overview of the PENTAX Q7. Read this and get to know your Q7!
Names and Functions of the Working
Parts .............................................................p.7
How to Change Function Settings ............. p.13
Menu List ......................................................p.15
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Getting Started .......................................p.21
Explains how to get your PENTAX Q7 ready for shooting as well as basic operations.
Attaching a Lens .........................................p.21
Using the Battery and Charger ..................p.22
Inserting a Memory Card ............................p.24
Initial Settings ..............................................p.25
Basic Shooting Operation ..........................p.27
Reviewing Images .......................................p.28
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Taking Pictures ......................................p.29
Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures!
Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ..p.29
Setting the Exposure .................................. p.33
Using the Built-in Flash .............................. p.34
Focusing ......................................................p.36
Setting the Drive Mode ...............................p.38
Setting a File Format ...................................p.43
Adjusting the Color and Brightness of Images
......................................................................p.43
Controlling the Image Finishing Touch .....p.46
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Playback Functions..............................p.50
Explains various operations for playing back and editing images.
Playback Mode Palette Items .....................p.50
Changing the Playback Method ................. p.51
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ..... p.55
Editing and Processing Images .................p.56
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Changing the Settings ........................p.62
Explains how to change other settings.
Camera Settings ..........................................p.62
File Management Settings ..........................p.65
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Appendix ...................................................p.69
Provides various resources.
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode .......... p.69
Functions Available with Various Lenses
......................................................................p.72
Functions when Using an External Flash
......................................................................p.74
Troubleshooting ..........................................p.75
Main Specifications .....................................p.78
Index .............................................................p.84
For Using Your Camera Safely ...................p.88
Care to be Taken During Handling ............ p.89
WARRANTY POLICY ...................................p.92
How to Use This Manual
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Contents

How to Use This Manual .........................2
Contents
Introducing the PENTAX Q7....................7
Names and Functions of the Working Parts ......7
Buttons and Dials ........................................................... 8
Monitor Display .............................................................. 9
How to Change Function Settings ....................13
Using the Direct Keys .................................................. 13
Using the Control Panel ............................................... 13
Using the Menus .......................................................... 14
Menu List .............................................................15
Rec. Mode Menus ........................................................ 15
Movie Menu ................................................................. 17
Playback Menu ............................................................ 17
Set-up Menus .............................................................. 18
Custom Setting Menus ................................................ 19
Getting Started .......................................21
Attaching a Lens .................................................21
Using the Battery and Charger ..........................22
Charging the Battery .................................................... 22
Inserting/Removing the Battery ................................... 22
Using the AC Adapter .................................................. 23
Inserting a Memory Card ...................................24
Initial Settings .....................................................25
Turning the Camera On ............................................... 25
Setting the Display Language ...................................... 25
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Setting the Date and Time ........................................... 26
Formatting a Memory Card .......................................... 26
Basic Shooting Operation .................................27
Reviewing Images ..............................................28
Taking Pictures ......................................29
Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode .........29
Scene Modes ............................................................... 29
Blur Control Mode ........................................................ 30
Exposure Modes .......................................................... 31
Movie Mode ................................................................. 32
Setting the Exposure ..........................................33
Sensitivity ..................................................................... 33
AE Metering ................................................................. 34
Using the Built-in Flash .....................................34
Focusing ..............................................................36
Focus Method .............................................................. 36
Setting the Autofocus Method ...................................... 36
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) ............ 37
Setting the Drive Mode .......................................38
Continuous Shooting .................................................... 39
Self-timer Shooting ...................................................... 40
Remote Control Shooting ............................................. 40
Exposure Bracketing .................................................... 41
Multi-exposure ............................................................. 41
Interval Shooting .......................................................... 42
Interval Movie Record .................................................. 42
Setting a File Format ..........................................43
Still Pictures ................................................................. 43
Movies ......................................................................... 43
Adjusting the Color and Brightness of
Images .................................................................43
White Balance .............................................................. 43
Adjusting Brightness .................................................... 45
Controlling the Image Finishing Touch ............46
Custom Image ............................................................. 46
Digital Filter .................................................................. 47
Saving Frequently Used Functions to the Quick Dial .. 48
Playback Functions ...............................50
Playback Mode Palette Items ............................ 50
Changing the Playback Method ........................51
Displaying Multiple Images .......................................... 51
Displaying Images by Folder ....................................... 52
Displaying Images by Shooting Date ........................... 52
Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) .......... 53
Displaying Rotated Images .......................................... 53
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device .................... 54
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ............55
Editing and Processing Images ........................56
Changing the Image Size ............................................ 56
Removing the Red-eye Effect ...................................... 57
Processes images with Digital Filters .......................... 57
Creating a Composite Image (Index) ........................... 58
Editing Movies ............................................................. 59
RAW Development ...................................................... 60
Changing the Settings ...........................62
Camera Settings .................................................62
Setting the M/V Functions ........................................ 62
Saving the Settings of a Captured Image .................... 63
Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified
City ............................................................................... 64
Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera ................... 65
File Management Settings .................................65
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ................... 65
Selecting the Folder/File Number Settings .................. 66
Transferring Images via Wireless LAN ........................ 67
Setting Print Information (DPOF) ................................. 68
Appendix.................................................69
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode .................69
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special
Functions ..................................................................... 71
Functions Available with Various Lenses ........72
Using a K-Mount Lens ................................................. 73
Functions when Using an External Flash ........74
Troubleshooting .................................................75
Error Messages ............................................................ 76
Main Specifications ............................................ 78
Operating Environment for USB Connection and
Provided Software ........................................................ 83
Index ....................................................................84
For Using Your Camera Safely .......................... 88
Care to be Taken During Handling ....................89
WARRANTY POLICY ..........................................92
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Regarding copyrights
Images taken with this camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
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.
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Names and Functions of the Working Parts

Built-in flash
Remote control receiver
CMOS sensor
AF assist light/
Self-timer lamp
Microphone
Card cover
Strap lug
Lens mount index (red dot)
Lens information contacts
Speaker
Card access lamp
Monitor
Battery
cover
Hot shoe
Remote control receiver
Strap lug
PC/AV terminal
Terminal cover
Tripod socket
HDMI terminal (Type D)
Connection cable cover
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Buttons and Dials

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1 E-dial (V)
Sets the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. (p.31) You can change the settings when the control panel is displayed. (p.13) You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen is displayed. (p.14) In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display multiple images at the same time. (p.51)
2 Mode dial
Changes the capture mode. (p.27)
3 Shutter release button
Press to capture images. (p.28) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.
4 Quick dial
You can save your preferred shooting settings and then retrieve them easily later on. (p.48)
5 Lens unlock button
Press to detach a lens. (p.21)
6 Playback button (B)
Switches to playback mode. (p.28) Press the button again to switch to capture mode.
7 Flash pop-up switch
Slide to pop up the built-in flash. (p.35)
8 Power switch
Press to turn the camera on and off. (p.25)
9 EV compensation button (J)
Press to change the exposure compensation and aperture values. (p.31) In playback mode, the JPEG data remaining in the buffer memory is saved in RAW format. (p.28)
0 Green/Delete button (M/L )
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Standby mode
(Standard Information Display)
Shooting Info Display
selection screen
Control panel
Resets the values being adjusted. Also, you can assign a function to this button. (p.62) Press to delete images during playback. (p.28)
a OK button (E)
When the control panel or a menu is displayed, press this button to confirm the selected item.
b Four-way controller (ABCD)
Displays the Sensitivity/White Balance/Flash Mode/Drive Mode setup menu. (p.13) When the control panel or a menu is displayed, use this to move the cursor or change the item to set. Press B during playback to display the playback mode palette. (p.50)
c MENU button (F)
Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.14)
d INFO button (G)
Changes the style of the display on the monitor. (p.9, p.11)

Monitor Display

Capture Mode
When the camera enters capture mode, the subject and the current shooting function settings are displayed on the monitor. This state is referred to as “standby mode”. Press G in standby mode to display the “control panel” and change settings. (p.13) If you press G while the control panel is displayed, you can change the type of information displayed in standby mode. (p.11)
Custom Image Bright
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1 Capture mode (p.29) 17 Electronic Level 2 Flash Mode (p.34) 3 Drive Mode (p.38) 18 AF frame 4 White Balance (p.43) 19 Reset exposure 5 Custom Image (p.46) 6 HDR Capture (p.45)/
Digital Filter (p.47)
7 w mode 8 File Format 21 AE Lock 9 AE Metering (p.34) 22 Shutter speed
10 Shake Reduction/
Movie SR
11 Battery level 25 Sensitivity (p.33) 12 Turning the focus ring in
w mode (p.37)
13 Temperature warning 28 Image storage capacity 14 Eye-Fi communication
status
15 Histogram 16 Electronic Level
(horizontal)
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(vertical)
compensation value
20 Interval Shooting/
Multi-exposure (p.41)/ Smart Effect (p.49)
23 Aperture value 24 EV bar scale
26 ND Filter 27 Memory card
29 Face detection frame
(when [Autofocus Method] is set to [Face Detection]) (p.36)
tMemo
• The displayed items vary depending on the current camera setup.
In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the style of the display in standby mode. (p.16)
Control Panel
A mode
1 Function name 8 AE Metering (p.34) 2 Setting 9 ND Filter 3 Custom Image (p.46)/
S mode (p.29)
4 Digital Filter (p.47) 12 Focus Peaking (p.38) 5 HDR Capture (p.45) 13 Distortion Correction 6 Highlight Correction
(p.45)
7 Shadow Correction
(p.45)
10 Focus Method (p.36) 11 Autofocus Method (p.36)
14 Aspect Ratio (p.43) 15 File Format (p.43)
16 JPEG Recorded Pixels
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(Standard Information Disp lay)
Playback Info Display
selection screen
and Quality Level (p.43)/ Movie Recorded Pixels (p.43)
20 Recording Sound Level 21 Destination (p.64) 22 Current date and time 23 Memory card
17 Shake Reduction/Movie SR24 Number of recordable
still pictures/movie
18 Exposure Setting
recordable time
19 Framerate
tMemo
• Items that can be selected vary depending on the current camera setup.
• If no operations are made within 1 minute while the control panel is displayed, the camera will return to standby mode.
• You can change the display color of the control panel and menus in [LCD Display] of the D1 menu. (p.18)
Shooting Info Display
If you press G while the control panel is displayed, you can select the type of information displayed in standby mode. Use CD to select the type and press E.
Standard Information Display
No Information Display
An image and the current shooting function settings are displayed.
Only an image is displayed.
Display Off Nothing is displayed on the monitor.
uCaution
• [Display Off] cannot be selected in C mode.
Playback Mode
The captured image and shooting information are displayed in single image display of the playback mode. Press G to select the type of information displayed in single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E.
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Detailed Information Display
Histogram Display
RGB Histogram Display
No Information Display
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Captured image, file format, exposure value, and operation guide indicators are displayed.
Detailed informatio n on how and when the image was taken is displayed. (p.12)
Captured image and brightness histogram are displayed. (p.12) Not available during movie playback.
Captured image and RGB histogram are displayed. (p.12) Not available during movie playback.
Only the captured image is displayed.
F2.8
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tMemo
The screen selected in Playback Info Display selection screen is displayed in playback mode when the camera is turned off and on again. If [Playback Info Display] is set to [Off] in [Memory] of the always appears first when the camera is turned on. (p.65)
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Still pictures
Movies
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Brightness histogram
AB
RGB histogram
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1 Captured image 13 Aperture value 2 Capture mode (p.29) 14 Sensitivity (p.33) 3 Transferred via Eye-Fi
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(p.67)
5 Protect setting (p.65) 17 Shadow Correction 6 Folder number-File
number (p.66) 18 Distortion Correction 7 Drive Mode (p.38) 19 Smart Effect (p.49) 8 AE Metering (p.34) 20 Flash Mode (p.34) 9 Shake Reduction/
Movie SR
10 Lens focal length 22 File Format (p.43) 11 Focus Method (p.36) 23 JPEG Recorded Pixels 12 Shutter speed
15 EV Compensation 16 Highlight Correction
(p.45)4 DPOF setting (p.68)
(p.45)
21 Flash Exposure
Compensation
(p.43)/Movie Recorded Pixels (p.43)
24 JPEG Quality (p.43) 31 Custom Image setting 25 ND Filter
(p.46)
26 White Balance (p.43) 32 Custom Image 27 White Balance fine-
parameters
tuning 33 Recording time
28 Shooting date and time 34 Sound 29 Color Space 35 Framerate (p.43) 30 HDR Capture (p.45)/
Digital Filter (p.47)
Histogram Display/RGB Histogram Display
Use AB to switch between the Histogram Display and RGB Histogram Display.
1 Histogram (Brightness) 7 File Format 2 Switch RGB histogram/
Brightness histogram
8 Shutter speed
9 Aperture value 3 DPOF setting 10 Sensitivity 4 Protect setting 11 EV Compensation 5 Folder number-File
number
12 Histogram (R) 13 Histogram (G)
6 Save RAW Data 14 Histogram (B)

How to Change Function Settings

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As pe ct Ra tio
OK
Use ABCD to select an item.
Use V to change settings.
Press F to cancel setting operation.
Press E to confirm the selected item and return to the control panel.
E
The camera functions and their settings can be selected and changed by using the following ways.
Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode.
Control panel
Menus Press F.
Press G in standby mode. (indicated with the v mark in this manual)

Using the Control Panel

You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in standby mode.
Aspect Ratio
G
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Using the Direct Keys

A Sensitivity p.33 B White Balance p.43 C Flash Mode p.34 D Drive Mode p.38
WXYZ
Aspect Ratio
MENU
Cancel
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OK
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Using the Menus

As pect Rat ioAspect Ratio Fi le F orma tFile Format
Im age Capt ure S etti ngsImage Capture Settings
MENU
JP EG R ecor ded P ixel sJPEG Recorded Pixels JP EG Q uali tyJPEG Quality
Cu stom Ima geCustom Image Di gita l Fi lte rDigital Filter
Im age Capt ure S etti ngsImage Capture Settings AF /MF Sett ing sAF/MF Settings AE Met erin gAE Metering
Ex itExit
MENU
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HD R Ca ptur eHDR Capture
Di stor tion Co rr ecti onDistortion Correction
Ex itExit
MENU
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ND Fil terND Filter
Hi gh-I SO N RHigh-ISO NR Sh ake Redu cti onShake Reduction In put Foca l L en gthInput Focal Length
50m m50mm
D- Rang e Se tti ng sD-Range Settings
Cu stom Ima geCustom Image Di gita l Fi lte rDigital Filter
Im age Capt ure S etti ngsImage Capture Settings AF /MF Sett ing sAF/MF Settings AE Met erin gAE Metering
Ex itExit
MENU
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Di stor tion Co rr ecti onDistortion Correction
Ca ncelCancel
MENU
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Hi gh-I SO N RHigh-ISO NR Sh ake Redu cti onShake Reduction In put Foca l L en gthInput Focal Length
D- Rang e Se tti ng sD-Range Settings
OKOK
OK
Use AB to select an item.
Use V to switch the menu tabs.
Press F to exit the menu screen.
Menu numbers
Press D to display the pop-up menu.
Press D to display the submenu.
Press E to confirm the selected item.
Press F to cancel the pop-up menu.
Press F to return to the previous screen.
Use AB to select an item.
Most functions are set from the menus. Functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus.
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tMemo
• In capture mode, the A1 menu is always displayed first when F is pressed. To display the menu tab selected the last time first,
• Settings are returned to their default values with [Reset] of the D3 menu (excluding some functions).
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set in [15. Save Menu Location] of the E3 menu.

Menu List

Rec. Mode Menus

Menu
Custom Image
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Aspect Ratio
Image Capture Settings
A1
AF/MF Settings
AE Metering
File Format
JPEG Recorded Pixels
JPEG Quality
Focus Method
Autofocus Method
AF Assist Light
MF Autozoom
Focus Peaking
Item Function Default Setting Page
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
Sets the image finishing touch such as color and contrast before shooting an image.
Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.47
Enables capturing images with high dynamic range. Off p.45
*1
Sets the horizontal and vertical ratio of images. w
*1
Sets the file format of images. JPEG
Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format. q
*1
Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. m
*1
Selects the autofocus or manual focus mode. v p.36
*1
Selects the autofocus method in v mode.
Sets whether to use the assist light when autofocusing in dark locations.
Magnifies the monitor display an d makes it easier to focus on the subject.
Emphasizes the outline of the subject in focus and makes it
*1
easier to check the focus.
Selects the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure.
Multi-segment p.34
Bright p.46
Multiple AF
Points
On p.36
Off p.37
Off p.38
p.43
p.36
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Menu
ND Filter
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Distortion Correction
D-Range Settings
A2
High-ISO NR
Shake Reduction
Input Focal Length
Live View
Instant Review
A3
Quick Dial Assigns functions to the quick dial. Smart Effect p.48
Green Button
Memory
*1 The functions can also be set from the control panel.
Item Function Default Setting Page
*1
*1
*1
Electronic Level
Grid Display Displays the grid in standby mode. Off
Histogram Display Displays the histogram in standby mode. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red in standby mode. Off
Display Time Sets the Instant Review display time. 1sec.
Zoom Instant Review
Save RAW Data
Delete Sets whether to delete the image during Instant Review. On
Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Instant Review. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Instant Review. Off
Green Button Assigns a function to M. Green Button p.62
Action in M/TAv Mode E-dial in Program Sets the value to change when V is turned in G mode. P SHIFT p.62
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*1
Sets whether to use the ND filter built-in to the lens. Off -
Reduces distortions occurring due to lens properties. On -
Expands the dynamic range and prevents bright and dark areas from occurring.
Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity.
Activates the Shake Reduction function. On -
Sets the focal length when using a lens for which focal length information cannot be obtained.
Displays the camera angle (horizontal and vertical) in standby mode.
Sets whether to display magnified image during Instant Review.
Sets whether to save the RAW image during Instant Review.
Sets the action for when M is pressed in L / K mode. P LINE p.63
Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off.
Auto p.45
Auto p.34
0.0 mm p.73
On
Off
On
All On except
Focus Position/
Digital Filter/
HDR Capture
p.10
p.28
p.65

Movie Menu

Menu
Exposure Setting
Digital Filter
C1
Movie Capture Settings
Recording Sound Level
Movie SR
*1 Can also be set from the control panel.
Item Function Default Setting Page
*1
*1
*1
Sets whether to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually.
Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.47
Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate of the
*1
movie.
*1
Sets the volume level for recording. Volume level 3 -
Activates the Movie Shake Reduction function. On -

Playback Menu

Menu
Slideshow
B1
Quick Zoom Sets the initial magnification when magnifying images. Off -
Highlight Alert
Auto Image Rotation
Delete All Images Deletes all saved images at once. - -
Item Function Default Setting Page
Display Duration Sets an image display interval. 3sec.
Screen Effect Sets a transition effect when the next image is displayed. Off
Repeat Playback
Auto Movie Playback
Starts the slideshow again from the beginning after the last image is displayed.
Plays back movies during the slideshow. On
Bright (overexposed) portions blink red in Standard Information Display or Histogram Display in playback mode.
Images are rotated when playing back images captured with the camera held vertically or images for which the rotation information has been changed.
Auto p.33
u/30 fps p.43
Off
Off -
On p.53
p.53
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Set-up Menus

Menu
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Language/W Changes the display language. English p.25
Date Adjustment Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.26
World Time
Sound Effects
D1
LCD Display
LCD Display Settings Adjusts the brightness and the color of the monitor. 0 -
Flicker Reduction Cuts down on screen flicker by setting the power frequency. 50Hz -
Interface Options
D2
Folder Name Sets the naming system for folders to store images. Date p.66
Create New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card. - p.66
File No.
Eye-Fi Sets the camera action for when an Eye-Fi card is used. Off p.67
Item Function Default Setting Page
Switches the displayed date and time to that of your hometown or a specified city.
Switches the operation sound on/off and changes the volume for In-focus, AE-L, Self-timer, Remote Control, One Push File Format and Shutter Sound.
Guide Display
Display Color Sets the display color of the control panel and menus. 1
Video Out
HDMI Out
USB Connection
Sequential Numbering
Reset File Number
Sets whether to display the operation guides when the capture mode is changed.
Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with a video input terminal.
Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with an HDMI input terminal.
Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer.
Sets whether to continue the sequential numbering for the file name even if a new folder is created.
Resets the file number and starts numbering from 0001 again.
Hometown p.64
Volume 3
Shutter Sound: 1
Others: On
On
-p.54
Auto p.54
MSC p.75
On
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-
p.11
p.66
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Menu
Power Saving
Auto Power Off
D3
Reset
Pixel Mapping
Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it. - p.76
D4
Format Formats a memory card. - p.26
Firmware Info/Options
Item Function Default Setting Page
Enables saving battery power by setting the display to dim automatically if no operations are made within 5 seconds.
Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no operations are made for a certain period of time.
Resets the settings of the direct keys and for the items of the A menu, C menu, B menu, D menu, control panel, and playback mode palette.
Maps out and corrects any defective pixels on the CMOS sensor.
Displays the camera’s firmware version. If an update file is saved on your card, you can run the update.

Custom Setting Menus

On -
1 min. p.25
-p.14
-p.76
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1
Introduction
Menu
1. Lens Shutter Options
2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step p.34
3. AE-L with AF Locked
E1
4. Link AE and AF Point
5. Bracketing Order Sets the order for Exposure Bracketing shooting. 0 - + p.41
6. WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting when using flash.
Item Function Default Setting Page
Sets whether to use the lens shutter and/or the electronic shutter.
Sets whether to lock the exposure value when the focus is locked.
Sets whether to link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area during multi-segment metering.
Lens shutter only p.72
Auto White
Balance
Off -
Off p.34
p.44
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Menu
7. AWB in Tungsten Light
1
8. AF Release Options
Introduction
9. AF with Remote Control
E2
10. Focus Ring in AF Mode Disables the focus ring operation during v mode. Enable p.36
11. Flash When Retracted Sets whether to discharge the built-in flash when retracted. Discharge Flash p.35
12. Release While Charging
13. Color Space Sets the color space to use. sRGB -
14. Save Rotation Info Sets whether to save rotation information when shooting. On p.53
15. Save Menu Location
E3
16. Auto SR Off
Reset Custom Functions Resets all the settings in the E 1-3 menus to the defaults. - -
Item Function Default Setting Page
Sets the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is set to g (Auto White Balance).
Sets the action priority for when the shutter release button is fully pressed in v mode.
Sets whether to use autofocus when shooting with a remote control unit.
Sets whether to release the shutter while the built-in flash is charging.
The last menu tab displayed on the monitor is saved, and it is displayed again the next time F is pressed.
Automatically turns off the Shake Reduction function when Self-timer or Remote Control is set.
Subtle
Correction
Focus-priority p.36
Off p.40
Off p.35
Reset Menu
Location
Enable
Auto SR Off
p.14
p.39
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Attaching a Lens

1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Remove the body mount
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.
3 Align the lens mount index
(red dots: 3) on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks.
3
To remove the lens
Attach the lens cap turn the lens counterclockwise while pushing the lens unlock button (4).
4
uCaution
• If the lens is removed while the power is on, the shutter release button will be locked. Do not attach or remove the lens while the power is on.
• When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust.
• Keep the body mount cover on the camera when a lens is not attached.
• Be sure to attach the lens mount cover and lens cap to the lens after removing it from the camera.
• Do not insert your fingers inside the lens mount of the camera or touch the CMOS sensor.
• The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning.
• We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.
2

Getting Started

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Using the Battery and Charger

Indicato r lamp
AC plug cord
Battery charger
Use the battery D-LI68 and battery charger D-BC68P exclusively developed for this camera.
2

Charging the Battery

Getting Started
1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. 2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
3 Face the A mark on the
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battery up, and insert it into the battery charger.
The indicator lamp is lit while charging and turns off when the battery is fully charged.
uCaution
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than D-LI68. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.
• Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases:
• If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery
is inserted correctly
If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after being charged (the battery may have reached the end of its service life)
tMemo
• The maximum charging time is approximately 115 minutes (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F).

Inserting/Removing the Battery

uCaution
• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may not be removed.
• Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the battery while the power is on.
• Be careful as the camera or battery may become hot when the camera is used continuously for a long period of time.
• Remove the battery when you will not use the camera for a long time. The battery may leak and damage the camera if left installed during prolonged periods of non-use. If the removed battery will not be used for six months or longer, charge the battery for about 30 minutes before storing it. Be sure to recharge the battery every six to twelve months.
• Store the battery in a location where the temperature will remain at or below room temperature. Avoid locations with high temperatures.
• The date and time may be reset if you leave the battery out of
2
1
the camera for long periods of time. If this happens, set the current date and time.
1 Slide the battery cover in
the direction of 1.
2
Insert the battery until it locks into place with the
A
mark facing toward the lens.
To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of 3.
3 Close the battery cover,
and slide it in the direction of 5.
tMemo
• The battery level may not be displayed properly if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting for a long time.
• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and keep them warm in
5
4
your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.
• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, or taking a lot of pictures.

Using the AC Adapter

We recommend the use of the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device.
2
Getting Started
1 Make sure that the camera is turned off, and
open the battery cover.
3
Remove the battery if it is inserted in the camera.
2 Pull down the connection
cable cover (1) on the bottom side of the battery chamber, and insert the DC coupler into the battery chamber.
To remove the DC coupler, push the battery lock lever in the direction of 2.
2
1
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3 Close the battery cover.
Pull out the connection cable from the connection cable cover section.
• Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit before using the AC adapter.

Inserting a Memory Card

2
Getting Started
4 Connect the DC coupler and the AC adapter.
5 Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord, and
plug the cord into the power outlet.
uCaution
• Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure connections are secure between the terminals. The memory card or data may be corrupted if the connection to the power supply is lost while the card is being accessed.
• After removing the DC coupler, return the connection cable cover to its original position.
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This camera uses a commercially available SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, or SDXC Memory Card. An SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card) can also be used. (In this manual, they are referred to as memory cards.)
1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the card cover in the
direction of 1.
1
2
3 Insert the card all the way
with the memory card label facing toward the monitor.
Push the memory card in once to remove.
4 Close the card cover, and
4
3
In itia l Se ttin g
Se ttin gs c ompl ete
Ca ncel
En glis h
Ne w Yor k
slide it in the direction of
4.

Initial Settings

Turn the camera on and make the initial settings
uCaution
• Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp is lit.
• If the card cover is opened while the power is on, the camera will turn off. Do not open the cover while the camera is in use.
• Use this camera to format (initialize) a memory card that is unused or has been used on other devices. (p.26)
• Use a high-speed memory card when recording movies. If a write speed cannot keep up with a recording speed, the writing may stop during recording.

Turning the Camera On

1 Press the power switch.
Press the switch again to turn off the camera. The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [Language/
W
] screen appears.
tMemo
The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. (Default setting: 1min.) You can change the setting in [Auto Power Off] of the
D
3 menu.

Setting the Display Language

1 Use ABCD to select the desired language and
press E.
The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language. Proceed to Step 6 if F (Hometown) does not need to be changed.
Initial Setting
New York
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
English
2 Press B to move the frame
to F and press D.
The [F Hometown] screen appears.
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Getting Started
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3 Use CD to select a city.
Ho meto wnHometown
Ne w Yor kNew York DS TDST
Ca ncelCancel OKOK
OK
MENU
In itia l Se ttin g
Se ttin gs c ompl ete
Ca ncel
En glis h
Ne w Yor k
OK
Da te F orma t
Da te Ad jus tmen t
Da te
01/ 01/201 3
Tim e
00: 00
Se ttin gs c ompl ete
mm /dd /yy
24h
Ca ncel
OK
Da te F orma tDate Format
Da te Ad jus tmen tDate Adjustment
Da teDate
01/ 01/201 301/01/2013
Tim eTime
00: 0000:00
Se ttin gs c ompl eteSettings complete
mm /dd /yymm/dd/yy
24h24h
Ca ncelCancel OKOK
OK
MENU
Da te F orma t
Da te Ad jus tmen t
Da te
05/ 05/201 3
Tim e
10: 00
Se ttin gs c ompl ete
mm /dd /yy
24h
Ca ncel
OK
Use V to change the region. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.82) f or cities that can be selected as a hometown.
2
4 Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time),
Getting Started
and use CD to select S or T.
4 Press B, and then press D.
The frame moves to the month if the date format is set to [mm/dd/yy].
5 Use AB to set the month.
Set the day, year and time in the same manner.
5 Press E.
The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen.
6 Press B to select
[Settings complete] and press E.
The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.

Setting the Date and Time

1 Press D, and use AB to
select the date format.
2 Press D, and use AB to select 24h or 12h.
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3 Press E.
The frame returns to [Date Format].
Initial Setting
New York
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
Date Adjustment Date Format
Date
Time
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
English
mm/dd/yy
01/01/2013
00:00
6 Press B to select
[Settings complete] and press E.
The camera switches to capture mode and is ready to take a picture.
OK
OK
tMemo
• You can change the language and date and time settings
from the D1 menu. (p.18)

Formatting a Memory Card

24h
1 Press F.
The A1 menu appears.
OK
OK
2 Use V to display D4 menu. 3 Use AB to select [Format] and press D.
The [Format] screen appears.
Date Adjustment Date Format
Date
Time
Settings complete
MENU
Cancel
mm/dd/yy
05/05/2013
10:00
D4
24h
OK
OK
4 Press A to select [Format]
Fo rmat
OK
Ca ncel
Al l da ta w ill be dele ted
Fo rmat
Dial indicator
Format
and press E.
Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.
uCaution
• Do not remove the memory card while formatting, or the card may be damaged.
• Formatting deletes all data, both protected and unprotected.
tMemo
• When a memory card is formatted, the volume label assigned to the card is “Q7”. When this camera is connected to a computer, the memory card is recognized as a removable disk with the name “Q7”.
All data will be deleted
Format Cancel
OK
OK

Basic Shooting Operation

Take pictures in R mode in which the camera automatically selects the optimal capture mode.
1 Remove the front lens cap
by pushing the top and bottom portions as indicated in the illustration.
2 Turn the camera on. 3 Set the mode dial to R .
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Getting Started
27
The selected capture mode is
Au to P ictu reAuto Picture
OK
1/
200 0
F2. 8
160 0
AF frame
displayed on the monitor (Guide Display).

Reviewing Images

Review the captured image on the monitor.
2
4 View the subject on the monitor.
Getting Started
5 When using a zoom lens,
turn the zoom ring to the right or left to adjust the composition of the image.
6
Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway.
The AF frame turns green and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus.
y Setting the Sound Effects
(p.18)
7 Press the shutter release button fully.
The captured image is displayed on the monitor (Instant Review).
Available operations
L Deletes the image. J Saves the RAW image.
y Setting the display for Instant Review (p.16)
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1/
2000
F2.8
16003737
1 Press B.
The camera enters playback mode and the most recently captured image is displayed (single image display).
2 Review the captured image.
Available operations
C Displays the previous image. D Displays the next image. L Deletes the image. V to the right Magnifies the image (up to 16×).
V to the left Thumbnail display (p.51) J Saves the RAW image (only when
G Changes the type of information
tMemo
• When Jv is displayed on the monitor, the JPEG image
that was just taken can also be saved in RAW format (Save RAW Data).
Use
ABCD
Press M to return the display area to the center.
the data is available).
displayed (p.11)
to change the display area.
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