Pentax 12161 User Manual
Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from your camera, please
read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Q10 Digital Camera. Please read this manual
before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions.
Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the
camera’s capabilities.
Lenses you can use
Lenses that can be used with this camera are Q-mount lenses.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken with the PENTAX Q10 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 trademarks
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States of America and other countries.
Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other
countries.
SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
The DNG logo is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe Systems
Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other
countries.
All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled
digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more
faithful to their intentions. Some functions are not available on printers that are not
PRINT Image Matching III compliant.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved. PRINT Image Matching
is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. The PRINT Image Matching logo is a
trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of
a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video
in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that
was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from
a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied
for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic
fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the
monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the camera’s internal circuitry and cause
camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor is manufactured using extremely high
precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you
should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate
when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the monitor in this
manual are different from the actual ones.
• In this manual, SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards
are referred to as SD Memory Cards.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or a
Macintosh hereafter.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for this
camera and its accessories.
For Using Your Camera Safely
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 following
symbols.
Warning
Caution
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious
personal injuries.
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause minor
or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
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About the Camera
Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the
camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera,
never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other strong light sources when taking pictures
or leave the camera sitting in direct sunlight with the lens cap off. Doing so may cause
the camera to malfunction or cause a fire.
• Do not look at the sun or other strong light sources through the lens. Doing so may
lead to a loss of eyesight or cause vision to be impaired.
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• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use
immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest
PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
Caution
• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn
yourself.
•
Do not cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Discoloration may occur.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature
burns when holding such portions for long periods.
• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not
to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or mouth.
• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may
cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera
and get medical attention immediately.
About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for this
camera, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger or AC adapter
not exclusive to this camera, or using the exclusive battery charger or AC adapter with
an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera
breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other abnormality
occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX Service Center.
Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center.
Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of the battery charger or AC
adapter, unplug the power plug and discontinue use. Continued use can cause
damage to the product, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the power plug if it should become covered with dust. Accumulated dust may
cause a fire.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL certified power supply cord set, cord
is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on
male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is
provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial
type configuration) or the equivalent.
Caution
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so
may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX
Service Center.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is
plugged in.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause the product to
breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than the
rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI68. Attempting to charge other types of batteries
may cause an explosion or heating, or may damage the battery charger.
About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Warning
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub
them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.
Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an
explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion
or leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and - contacts of the
battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an explosion
or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothing, it may
cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI68 Battery Usage:
USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F / 60°C)
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Keep the Camera and its Accessories
out of the Reach of Small Children
Warning
• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children.
1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious personal injuries.
2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.
3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or SD Memory Cards
from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of small children.
Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed.
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Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera
• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the
package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working
properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when
traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or
transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your
camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.
About the Battery and Charger
• To keep the battery in optimum condition, avoid storing it in a fully charged state or in
high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will
over-discharge and shorten the battery’s life.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the battery
charger D-BC68P. Do not use it with other devices.
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera
• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the
camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a cushion to
protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships.
• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will return to normal at
normal temperatures.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid
crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of
the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, and remove it after
temperatures of the camera and surroundings are equalized.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt. These could
cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.
• Do not press the monitor with excessive force. This could cause it to break or
malfunction.
• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using a tripod.
Cleaning Your Camera
• Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, or benzine.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower
for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the CMOS
sensor. (This will involve a fee.)
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high
performance.
Storing Your Camera
• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Remove the
camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated place.
• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or
electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations where it may be
exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
Other Precautions
• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a writeprotect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK
prevents new data from being recorded on the
card, the stored data from being deleted, and the
card from being formatted by the camera or
computer.
• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing
the card immediately after using the camera.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card is being
accessed. This may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from
water and store away from high temperatures.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be damaged and
become unusable.
• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. We do
not accept any liability for data that is deleted if
1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
2. the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.
3. the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.
4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being 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 important data on a computer.
• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards previously used with
other cameras.
Write-protect
switch
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6
• Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD
Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted files can
sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. If you are going to
discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on
the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal
or sensitive information.
• The data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at your own risk.
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 supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website.
Refer to p.205 for details. Thank you for your cooperation.
Contents
For Using Your Camera Safely ............................................................ 1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................... 4
Contents............................................................................................... 7
Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................... 13
Before Using Your Camera 15
Checking the Contents of the Package ......................................16
Names and Functions of the Working Parts ..............................17
Capture Mode .................................................................................... 18
Playback Mode .................................................................................. 20
Monitor Display .................................................................................. 22
How to Change Function Settings ..............................................30
Using the Direct Keys ........................................................................ 30
Using the Control Panel ..................................................................... 31
Using the Menus ................................................................................ 32
Getting Started 35
Attaching the Strap ......................................................................36
Inserting the Battery.....................................................................37
Charging the Battery .......................................................................... 37
Inserting/Removing the Battery .......................................................... 38
Battery Level Indicator ....................................................................... 39
Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ....................................................... 40
Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card ...................................42
Attaching a Lens...........................................................................44
Turning the Camera On and Off ..................................................46
Initial Settings ...............................................................................47
Setting the Display Language ............................................................ 47
Setting the Date and Time ................................................................. 48
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Basic Operations 51
Basic Shooting Operation ...........................................................52
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings.............................. 52
Using a Zoom Lens............................................................................ 54
Using the Built-in Flash ...............................................................55
Setting the Flash Mode ...................................................................... 55
Shooting with the Flash...................................................................... 57
Reviewing Images ........................................................................59
Playing Back Images ......................................................................... 59
Deleting a Single Image ..................................................................... 60
Shooting Functions 61
How to Operate the Shooting Functions ....................................62
Direct Keys Setting Items................................................................... 62
Rec. Mode Menu Items...................................................................... 63
Movie Menu Items.............................................................................. 65
Custom Setting Menu Items............................................................... 65
Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ...................................67
Auto Picture Modes............................................................................ 68
Scene Modes ..................................................................................... 69
Blur Control Mode .............................................................................. 71
Exposure Modes ................................................................................ 72
Setting the Exposure....................................................................73
Setting the Sensitivity......................................................................... 73
Changing the Exposure Mode ........................................................... 74
Adjusting the Exposure ...................................................................... 77
Locking the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock) ............................. 80
Selecting the Metering Method .......................................................... 82
Reducing Image Noise (Noise Reduction) ......................................... 83
Focusing........................................................................................84
Setting the Focus Method .................................................................. 84
Setting the Autofocus Method ............................................................ 85
Focusing Using the d/i Button........................................................ 88
Locking the Focus (Focus Lock) ........................................................ 89
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) .................................. 90
Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) .......................................92
Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera
Shake .............................................................................................93
Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function....................... 93
Shooting with Self-timer ..................................................................... 95
Shooting with Remote Control (Optional) .......................................... 96
Taking Pictures Continuously.....................................................99
Continuous Shooting.......................................................................... 99
Interval Shooting .............................................................................. 101
Multi-exposure ................................................................................. 103
Recording Movies.......................................................................105
Changing the Settings for Movie Recording .................................... 105
Recording Movies ............................................................................ 107
Interval Movie................................................................................... 109
Playing Back Movies ........................................................................ 111
Editing Movies.................................................................................. 112
Shooting Settings 115
Setting a File Format ..................................................................116
Aspect Ratio ..................................................................................... 117
File Format ....................................................................................... 117
JPEG Recorded Pixels .................................................................... 118
JPEG Quality ................................................................................... 119
Color Space ..................................................................................... 119
Setting the White Balance .........................................................120
Adjusting the White Balance Manually............................................. 122
Adjusting Brightness .................................................................123
Highlight Correction ......................................................................... 123
Shadow Correction .......................................................................... 124
HDR Capture ................................................................................... 125
Setting the Image Finishing Tone.............................................126
Setting Custom Image ..................................................................... 126
Setting the Digital Filter .................................................................... 130
Saving Frequently Used Functions to the Quick Dial....................... 132
Setting the Smart Effect ................................................................... 134
Saving the Camera Settings ............................................................ 136
Setting the Green Button and E-dial Functions.......................138
Setting the Green Button Operation................................................. 138
Setting the E-dial Operation in e Mode .......................................... 140
Setting the Green Button Operation in a Mode .............................. 141
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Setting the Lens Functions .......................................................142
Setting the ND Filter......................................................................... 142
Correcting Lens Distortion ............................................................... 143
Playback Functions 145
Playback Functions Operation..................................................146
Playback Mode Palette Items .......................................................... 146
Playback Menu Items....................................................................... 147
Setting the Playback Display Method.......................................148
Enlarging Images........................................................................149
Displaying Multiple Images .......................................................150
Multi-image Display Screen ............................................................. 150
Displaying Images by Folder............................................................ 151
Displaying Images by Shooting Date (Calendar Display) ................ 152
Joining Multiple Images (Index) ....................................................... 153
Playing Back Images Continuously.................................................. 155
Displaying Rotated Images........................................................157
Deleting Multiple Images ...........................................................158
Deleting Selected Images ................................................................ 158
Deleting a Folder.............................................................................. 159
Deleting All Images .......................................................................... 160
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device .................................161
Connecting the Camera to a Video Input Terminal or HDMI Input
Terminal ........................................................................................... 161
Setting the Video/HDMI Output Format ........................................... 162
Editing Images 165
Changing the Image Size ...........................................................166
Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels (Resize) ........................ 166
Cropping Out Part of the Image (Cropping)..................................... 167
Processing Images.....................................................................168
Processing Images with Digital Filters ............................................. 168
Editing Out the Unwanted Red-eye Effect ....................................... 173
Developing RAW Images ...........................................................174
Developing One RAW Image ........................................................... 174
Developing Multiple RAW Images ................................................... 176
Changing Additional Settings 177
How to Operate the Set-up Menu ..............................................178
Set-up Menu Items........................................................................... 178
Camera Settings .........................................................................180
Setting the Sound Effects, Date and Time, and Display
Language ......................................................................................... 180
Setting the Monitor and the Menu Display ....................................... 184
Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory) ....................... 189
Resetting the Menus ........................................................................ 190
Checking the Camera Version Information ...................................... 191
File Management Settings .........................................................193
Formatting an SD Memory Card ...................................................... 193
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)....................................... 194
Changing the Naming System for Folders ....................................... 195
Creating New Folders ...................................................................... 195
Setting the DPOF Settings ............................................................... 196
Connecting to a Computer 199
Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer.......................200
Saving Images on a Computer ..................................................201
Setting the USB Connection Mode .................................................. 201
Connecting the Camera and a Computer ........................................ 202
Using the Provided Software.....................................................203
Installing the Software...................................................................... 203
Using the Flash 207
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Using the Built-in Flash .............................................................208
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode ................................ 208
Using the Slow-speed Sync ............................................................. 208
Using the Trailing Curtain Sync ....................................................... 209
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash...................... 209
Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash ........................................ 210
Using an External Flash (Optional)...........................................211
Using P-TTL Mode ........................................................................... 212
Connecting an External Flash with an Extension Cord.................... 213
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Appendix 215
Default Settings ..........................................................................216
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations...........222
Using a K-Mount Lens ..................................................................... 223
Cleaning the CMOS Sensor .......................................................224
Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor (Dust Removal) ..... 224
Error Messages...........................................................................225
Troubleshooting .........................................................................227
Main Specifications ....................................................................230
Index ............................................................................................236
WARRANTY POLICY ..................................................................242
Composition of the Operating Manual
This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.
1 Before Using Your Camera
Explains the provided accessories and the names and functions of various parts.
2 Getting Started
Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be
sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions.
3 Basic Operations
Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures.
4 Shooting Functions
Explains the shooting-related functions.
5 Shooting Settings
Explains the procedures for changing the shooting settings, such as the file
format.
6 Playback Functions
Explains the procedures for playing back and deleting images.
7 Editing Images
Explains the procedures for processing images and developing images taken
in RAW format.
8 Changing Additional Settings
Explains the general camera settings and file management settings such as
the monitor display settings and the image folder naming system.
9 Connecting to a Computer
Explains how to connect the camera to a computer, and includes installation
instructions and a general overview of the provided software.
10 Using the Flash
Explains how to use the built-in flash and external flashes.
11 Appendix
Explains troubleshooting and provides various resources.
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
14
The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.
1
In this Operating Manual, the buttons of the fourway controller are referred to in the following way.
Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation.
Indicates useful information.
Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera.
1 Before Using Your
Camera
Check the package contents and the names and functions
of working parts before use.
Checking the Contents of the Package .............. 16
Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...... 17
How to Change Function Settings ......................30
16
Checking the Contents of the Package
The following accessories are packaged with your camera.
Check that all accessories are included.
1
Before Using Your Camera
Hot shoe cover FK
(Installed on camera)
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI68
USB cable
I-USB7
Body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
Battery charger
D-BC68P
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW131
Strap
O-ST131
AC plug cord
Operating Manual
(this manual)
Names and Functions of the Working Parts
17
Speaker
AF assist light/
Self-timer lamp
Strap lug
Remote control
receiver
Card cover
CMOS sensor
Hot shoe
Strap lug
Battery cover
Monitor
Connection cable
cover
Tripod socket
Lens mount index
(red dot)
Built-in flash
Lens information
contacts
Microphone
Remote control
receiver
Card access
lamp
HDMI terminal
(Type D)
Terminal cover
PC/AV terminal
1
Before Using Your Camera
18
Capture Mode
Here, you can learn which parts are used and how they function when in
capture mode.
1
Before Using Your Camera
The factory default setting of each part is explained here, but some parts have
multiple functions and work differently depending on the selected setting.
13
2
6
7
4
5
8
9
0
a
b
c
d
1 E-dial
Sets the shutter speed,
aperture, and exposure
compensation values. (p.74)
You can change the menu
when a menu screen is
displayed. (p.32)
You can change the settings
when the control panel is
displayed. (p.32)
2 Mode dial
Changes Capture mode.
(p.67)
3 Shutter release button
Press to capture images.
(p.53)
4 Quick dial
You can save your preferred
shooting settings and then
retrieve them easily later on.
(p.132)
5 Lens unlock button
Press to detach a lens. (p.45)
6 Q (Playback) button
Switches to Playback mode.
(p.59)
7 Flash pop-up switch
Slide to pop up the built-in
flash. (p.57)
8 Power switch
Press to turn the camera on
and off. (p.46)
9 mc
(EV Compensation)
button
Press to set the exposure
compensation and aperture
values. (p.75, p.77)
0 d/i (Green/Delete)
button
Press to reset the values
being adjusted, or you can
assign a function to this
button. (p.138)
a 4 button
When the control panel or a
menu screen is displayed,
press this button to confirm
the selected item.
b Four-way controller
(2345)
Displays the Sensitivity/White
Balance/Flash Mode/Drive
Mode setup menu. (p.62)
When the control panel or a
menu screen is displayed, use
this to move the cursor or
change items.
c 3 button
Displays the [A Rec. Mode 1]
menu (p.63). Press this button
while the menu is displayed to
return to the previous screen.
(p.32)
d M button
Changes the style of the
display on the monitor. (p.22)
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1
1
Before Using Your Camera
20
Playback Mode
Here, you can learn which parts are used and how they function when in
playback mode.
1
Before Using Your Camera
12
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
1 E-dial
Use this to enlarge an image
(p.149) or display multiple
images at the same time
(p.150).
2 Shutter release button
Press halfway to switch to
Capture mode.
3 Q (Playback) button
Switches to Capture mode.
4 Power switch
Press to turn the camera on
and off. (p.46)
5 mc
(EV Compensation)
button
When the file format of the last
captured image is JPEG, and
its data still remains in the
buffer memory, press this
button to save the image in
RAW format. (p.59)
6 d/i (Green/Delete)
button
Press to delete images, or
resets the values being
adjusted. (p.60, p.138)
7 4 button
Confirms the setting you
selected in the menu or
playback screen.
8 Four-way controller
(2345)
Use this to move the cursor or
change items in the menu or
playback screen.
Press the four-way controller
(3) to display the playback
mode palette. (p.146)
9 3 button
Displays the [Q Playback 1]
menu (p.147).
0 M button
Changes the style of the
display on the monitor. (p.25)
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Before Using Your Camera
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1/
2000
F2.8
1600
[
37
]
Cust om Im age
Brig ht
+1. 7
EV
1/
200 0
F2. 8
160 0
[
3 7
]
001 /9 99
1/
200 0
F2. 8
160 0
[
3 7
]
Monitor Display
Various information appears on the monitor depending on the status of the
camera.
1
Before Using Your Camera
The brightness level and the color of the monitor can be adjusted. (p.187)
Capture Mode
While shooting, the current shooting function settings are displayed on the
monitor. You can change the style of the display by pressing the M
button.
Custom Image
Bright
M
1/
2000
Standard display
F2.8
1600
[
37
]
Control panel Monitor off
Standard display
(All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may
differ.)
123456 789
10
001/999
11
EV
12
1/
2000
17 18 19 21 2320
1 Capture Mode (p.67) 5 Custom Image (p.126)
2 Flash Mode (p.55) 6 Interval Shooting (p.101)/
3 Drive Mode (p.62)
4 White Balance (p.120)
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HDR Capture (p.125)/
Digital Filter (p.130)
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7 AE Metering (p.82) 15 AF frame (p.53)
8 Shake Reduction (p.93)/
Movie SR (p.106)
9 Battery level (p.39) 18 Shutter speed (p.75)
10 Turning the focusing ring in
\ mode (p.90)
11 Temperature warning 21 Sensitivity (p.73)
12 ND Filter (p.142) 22 Image storage capacity
13 Number of shots during
Interval Shooting or Multiexposure
14 Interval Shooting (p.101)/
Multi-exposure (p.103)/
Smart Effect (p.134)
* Indicator 15 is displayed in white. When the subject is in focus, a green
square frame is displayed instead. It turns red when the subject is not in
focus. It is not displayed when [Focus Method] is set to \.
* For indicator 23, a main face detection frame is displayed in yellow and
other frames are displayed in white when [Autofocus Method] is set to
[Face Detection].
16 Histogram (p.28)
17 AE Lock (p.80)
19 Aperture value (p.75)
20 EV bar (p.77)
23 Face detection frame (when
[Autofocus Method] is set to
[Face Detection]) (p.85)
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Control panel
Press the M button in Capture mode to display the control panel and change
settings. (p.31)
A mode
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Custom Image
Bright
C mode
Custom Image
Bright
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1 Function name 11 ND Filter (p.142)
2 Setting 12 Shake Reduction (p.93)/
3 Custom Image (p.126)/
H mode (p.69)
Movie SR (p.106)
13 Aspect Ratio (p.117)
4 Digital Filter (p.130) 14 File Format (p.117)
5 HDR Capture (p.125) 15 JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.118)/
6 Highlight Correction (p.123)
Movie Recorded Pixels (p.105)
7 Shadow Correction (p.124) 16 JPEG Quality (p.119)
8 AE Metering (p.82) 17 Sound (p.105)
9 Focus Method (p.84) 18 Current date and time (p.48)
10 Autofocus Method (p.85) 19 Image storage capacity
• Settings that cannot be changed due to the current camera setup cannot be
selected.
• If no operations are made within 30 seconds while the control panel is
displayed, the standard display will reappear.
• The control panel for the H (Scene) mode is displayed when the mode dial
is set to H. (p.70)
• For more information about the Capture mode display, refer to “Setting the
Capture Mode Display Method” (p.185).
Playback Mode
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The camera switches the type of information displayed when you press the
M button during playback.
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Standard display
Histogram display
Detailed information
display
Captured image, file format and operation guide indicators
are displayed.
Captured image and histogram (Brightness/RGB) are
displayed. Not available during movie playback. (p.26)
Detailed information on how and when the image was
taken is displayed. (p.27)
No info. display Only the captured image is displayed.
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No info. display Detailed information
display
The type of information display that is shown first during playback is the same
as that of the last playback in the previous session. If [Playback Info Display] is
set to P (Off) in [Memory] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, the [Standard display]
always appears first when the camera is turned on. (p.189)
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Histogram display
The following histograms can be displayed when playing back still
pictures. The “Brightness histogram” shows the distribution of brightness
and the “RGB histogram” shows the distribution of color intensity. Press
the four-way controller (23) to switch between “Brightness histogram”
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and “RGB histogram”.
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6 7 8 9
1 Histogram (Brightness) 7 Shutter speed
2 Protect setting 8 Aperture value
3 Folder number-File number 9 Sensitivity
4 Save RAW data 10 Histogram (R)
5 Switch RGB histogram/
6 File Format
* Indicator 2 appears only for protected images.
* Indicator 4 appears only when the file format of the last captured image is
JPEG, and the image can also be saved in RAW format. (p.59)
123
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Brightness histogram
11 Histogram (G)
12 Histogram (B)
23
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200
If [Bright/Dark Area] of the [Q Playback 1] menu is set to O (On), bright
(overexposed) portions blink red and dark (underexposed) portions blink yellow
(except when in RGB histogram display or Detailed information display).
(p.148)
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Detailed information display
(All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may
differ.)
Still picture
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1 Captured image 17 White Balance fine-tuning (p.122)
2 Capture Mode (p.67) 18 Highlight Correction (p.123)
3 Protect setting (p.194) 19 Shadow Correction (p.124)
4 Folder number-File number
(p.195)
20 Distortion Correction (p.143)
21 Shake Reduction (p.93)/
5 Drive Mode (p.62)
6 HDR Capture (p.125)/
Multi-exposure (p.103)
22 File Format (p.117)
23 JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.118)/
7 Focus Method (p.84)
8 AE Metering (p.82) 24 JPEG Quality (p.119)
9 Flash Mode (p.55) 25 Color Space (p.119)
10 Flash Exposure Compensation
(p.56)
11 ND Filter (p.142) 28 Custom Image setting (p.126)
12 Shutter speed (p.75) 29
13 Aperture value (p.75) 30 Shooting date and time
26 Lens focal length
27 Digital Filter (p.130)
14 Sensitivity (p.73) 31 DPOF setting (p.196)
15 EV Compensation (p.77) 32 Sound (p.105)
16 White Balance (p.120) 33 Recording time
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Movie SR (p.106)
Movie Recorded Pixels (p.105)
Custom Image parameters (p.127)
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Using the Histogram
A histogram shows the brightness
distribution of an image.
The horizontal axis represents
1
brightness (dark at the left and bright
Before Using Your Camera
at the right) and the vertical axis
represents the number of pixels.
The shape and the distribution of the
histogram before and after shooting
tell you whether the exposure level
and contrast are correct or not, and lets you decide if you need to adjust
the exposure and take a picture again.
1Adjusting the Exposure (p.77)
1Adjusting Brightness (p.123)
When the image is underexposed, the part to the left is cut off
(underexposed portions with no detail) and when the image is
overexposed, the part to the right is cut off (overexposed portions with no
detail).
This camera can be set so that it displays the Bright/Dark Area warning
during Capture or Playback mode.
1Setting the Playback Display Method (p.148)
1Setting the Capture Mode Display Method (p.185)
1Setting the Display for Instant Review (p.186)
Number of pixels→
(Dark) ←Brightness→ (Bright)
Dark portions Bright portions
Distribution of color intensity is displayed for each color in the RGB histogram.
The right side of the graphs look similar for images that have the white
balance adjusted well. If only one color is lopsided to the left, that color is too
intense.
1Setting the White Balance (p.120)
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