Pentax 15530 User manual

Introduction
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SLR Digital Camera
PENTAX
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)
Body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
Battery charger
D-BC90
Operating Manual (this manual)
Lenses you can use
Lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an 9 (Auto) position on the aperture ring. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.81.
(Installed on camera)
Triangular ring and protective cover
(Installed on camera)
AC plug cord Strap
Eyecup F
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ME viewfinder cap Sync socket 2P cap
Battery grip terminal cover
(Installed on camera)
O-ST132
(Installed on camera)
Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Battery D-LI90
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW140
Introducing the K-3
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Getting Started
Taking Pictures
Playback Functions
Changing the Settings
Appendix
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How to Use This Manual
Introducing the K-3...............................p.7
Gives you an overview of the K-3. Read this and get to know your K-3!
Names and Functions of the Working
Parts .............................................................p.7
How to Change Function Settings ............. p.16
Menu List ......................................................p.18
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Getting Started .......................................p.25
Explains how to get your K-3 ready for shooting as well as basic operations.
Attaching the Strap .....................................p.25
Attaching a Lens .........................................p.25
Using the Battery and Charger ..................p.26
Inserting a Memory Card ............................p.28
Initial Settings ..............................................p.29
Basic Shooting Operation ..........................p.31
Reviewing Images .......................................p.34
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Taking Pictures ......................................p.35
Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures!
Configuring the Capture Settings ..............p.35
Taking Still Pictures ....................................p.36
Recording Movies .......................................p.38
Setting the Exposure ..................................p.39
Using the Built-in Flash ..............................p.41
Setting the Focus Method .......................... p.42
Setting the Drive Mode ...............................p.47
Setting the White Balance .......................... p.52
Controlling the Image Finishing Touch .....p.54
Correcting Images .......................................p.57
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Playback Functions..............................p.59
Explains various operations for playing back and editing images.
Playback Mode Palette Items .....................p.59
Changing the Playback Method ................. p.60
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ..... p.64
Editing and Processing Images .................p.65
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Changing the Settings ........................p.71
Explains how to change other settings.
Camera Settings ..........................................p.71
File Management Settings ..........................p.75
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Appendix ...................................................p.80
Provides various resources.
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special
Functions .....................................................p.80
Functions Available with Various
Lenses ..........................................................p.81
Functions when Using an External
Flash .............................................................p.84
Using the GPS Unit .....................................p.85
Troubleshooting ..........................................p.86
Main Specifications .....................................p.90
Index .............................................................p.96
For Using Your Camera Safely ...................p.100
Care to be Taken During Handling ............ p.101
WARRANTY POLICY ...................................p.104
How to Use This Manual
There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the monitor in this manual are different from the actual ones.
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How to Use This Manual .........................2
Contents
Introducing the K-3 ..................................7
Names and Functions of the Working Parts ......7
Buttons and Dials ........................................................... 8
Monitor Display .............................................................. 9
Viewfinder .................................................................... 14
LCD Panel ................................................................... 15
Electronic Level ........................................................... 15
How to Change Function Settings ....................16
Using the Direct Keys .................................................. 16
Using the Control Panel ............................................... 16
Using the Menus .......................................................... 17
Menu List .............................................................18
Rec. Mode Menu ......................................................... 18
Movie Menu ................................................................. 21
Playback Menu ............................................................ 21
Set-up Menu ................................................................ 22
Custom Setting Menu .................................................. 23
Getting Started .......................................25
Attaching the Strap ............................................25
Attaching a Lens .................................................25
Using the Battery and Charger ..........................26
Charging the Battery .................................................... 26
Inserting/Removing the Battery ................................... 27
Using the AC Adapter .................................................. 28
Inserting a Memory Card ...................................28
Initial Settings .....................................................29
Turning the Camera On ............................................... 29
Setting the Display Language ...................................... 29
Setting the Date and Time ........................................... 30
Formatting a Memory Card .......................................... 31
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Basic Shooting Operation .................................31
Shooting with Live View ............................................... 33
Reviewing Images ..............................................34
Taking Pictures ......................................35
Configuring the Capture Settings ..................... 35
Memory Card Settings ................................................. 35
Image Capture Settings ............................................... 35
Movie Capture Settings ................................................ 35
Taking Still Pictures ...........................................36
EV Compensation ........................................................ 37
Recording Movies ...............................................38
Playing Back Movies .................................................... 39
Setting the Exposure ..........................................39
Sensitivity ..................................................................... 39
AE Metering ................................................................. 40
Using the Built-in Flash .....................................41
Setting the Focus Method .................................. 42
Setting the AF Mode when Shooting with the
Viewfinder .................................................................... 43
Setting the AF Mode during Live View ......................... 44
AF Fine Adjustment ..................................................... 45
Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) ........................ 46
Setting the Drive Mode .......................................47
Continuous Shooting .................................................... 48
Self-timer ...................................................................... 48
Remote Control ............................................................ 49
Exposure Bracketing .................................................... 49
Mirror Lock-up Shooting ............................................... 50
Multi-exposure ............................................................. 50
Interval Shooting .......................................................... 51
Interval Composite ....................................................... 51
Interval Movie Record .................................................. 52
Setting the White Balance .................................52
Adjusting the White Balance Manually ........................ 53
Adjusting the White Balance with Color
Temperature ................................................................ 54
Controlling the Image Finishing Touch ............54
Custom Image ............................................................. 54
Digital Filter .................................................................. 56
Correcting Images ..............................................57
Brightness Adjustment ................................................. 57
Lens Correction ........................................................... 57
Composition Adjustment .............................................. 58
Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator ........................................ 58
Playback Functions ...............................59
Playback Mode Palette Items ............................ 59
Changing the Playback Method ........................60
Displaying Multiple Images .......................................... 60
Displaying Images by Folder ....................................... 61
Displaying Images by Shooting Date ........................... 61
Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) .......... 62
Displaying Rotated Images .......................................... 62
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device .................... 63
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ............64
Editing and Processing Images ........................65
Copying an Image ........................................................ 65
Changing the Image Size ............................................ 65
Correcting Color Moiré ................................................. 66
Processing Images with Digital Filters ......................... 66
Creating a Composite Image (Index) ........................... 68
Editing Movies ............................................................. 68
RAW Development ...................................................... 69
Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera ................... 75
File Management Settings .................................75
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ................... 75
Selecting the Folder/File Settings ................................ 76
Setting the Copyright Information ................................ 78
Using a Wireless Memory Card ................................... 78
Appendix.................................................80
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special
Functions ............................................................80
Functions Available with Various Lenses ........81
Setting the Focal Length .............................................. 82
Using the Aperture Ring ............................................... 83
Functions when Using an External Flash ........84
Using the GPS Unit .............................................85
Shooting Celestial Bodies (ASTROTRACER) ............. 85
Troubleshooting .................................................86
Sensor Cleaning .......................................................... 87
Error Messages ............................................................ 88
Main Specifications ............................................90
Operating Environment for USB Connection and
Provided Software ........................................................ 94
Index ....................................................................96
For Using Your Camera Safely ........................ 100
Care to be Taken During Handling ..................101
WARRANTY POLICY ........................................104
Contents
Changing the Settings ...........................71
Camera Settings .................................................71
Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions ..................... 71
Saving Frequently Used Settings ................................ 73
Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified
City ............................................................................... 74
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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.
To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equ ipment 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 fu nctioning 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.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or a Macintosh.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries used for this camera and its accessories.
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Names and Functions of the Working Parts

Self-timer lamp/
Remote control receiver
AF coupler
Mirror
Lens unlock button Lens information contacts
Strap lug
Hot shoe
Lens mount index
Speaker
X-sync socket
Strap lug
AF assist light
Card access lamp
USB terminal (micro B)
DC input terminal
LCD panel
Terminal cover
Cable switch terminal
Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver
Diopter adjustment dial
HDMI terminal (type D)
Microphone terminal
Microphone
Image plane indicator
Viewfinder
Monitor
Dual card slot for SD Memory Cards
Tripod socket
Battery cover
Battery cover unlock knob
Battery grip contacts
Headphone terminal
Built-in flash
Dial indicator
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Buttons and Dials

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1 EV Compensation button (J)
Press to change the exposure compensation value. (p.37)
2 ISO button (N)
Press to change the ISO sensitivity. (p.39)
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3 Shutter release button
Press to capture images. (p.32) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.
4 Main switch
Move to turn the power on/off or to preview. (p.29, p.46)
5 Front e-dial (Q)
Changes the value for camera settings such as exposure. (p.36) You can change the menu category when a menu screen is displayed. (p.17) In playback mode, use this to select a different image.
6 Lens unlock button
Press to detach a lens. (p.25)
7 Flash pop-up button (1)
Press to pop up the built-in flash. (p.41)
8 Mode dial lock button
Press to allow the mode dial to be turned. (p.32)
9 Mode dial
Changes the exposure mode. (p.32)
0 Mode dial lock release lever
Use this lever to release mode dial lock to operate the mode dial without pressing the mode dial lock button. (p.32)
a RAW/Fx button (P)
You can assign a function to this button. (p.71)
b AF Mode button (b)
Press to change the AF Mode or AF point. (p.43)
c Focus mode switch
Press to change the focus mode. (p.42)
d Live View/REC button (K/a)
Displays the Live View image. (p.33) Starts/stops recording a movie in C mode. (p.38)
e AE Metering/Delete button (2/L)
Press to change the metering method. (p.40) In playback mode, press to delete images. (p.34)
f Playback button (B)
Switches to playback mode. (p.34) Press the button again to switch to capture mode.
g INFO button (G)
Changes the style of the display on the monitor. (p.9, p.12)
h Rear e-dial (R)
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(Status Screen)
Shooting Info Display selection screen
Control panel
Changes the value for camera settings such as exposure. ( p.36) You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen is displayed. (p.17) You can change the settings when the control panel is displayed. (p.16) In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display multiple images at the same time. (p.34, p.60)
i AF button (I)
Available for adjusting focus, instead of pressing the shutter release button halfway. (p.42)
j AE Lock button (H)
Locks the exposure value before shooting. In playback mode, the JPEG image that was just taken can also be saved in RAW format. (p.34)
k Green button (M)
Resets the values being adjusted. Switches to ISO AUTO when adjusting the sensitivity.
l Stills/Movies switch
Switches between A (Still capture) mode and C (Movie recording) mode. (p.31)
m OK button (E)
When a menu or the control panel is displayed, press this button to confirm the selected item.
n Change AF Point/Card slot switch button (c / d)
In capture mode, press this button to enable changing the AF point. (p.44) In playback mode, press this button to switch between the memory cards inserted in the two slots, SD1 and SD2. (p.34)
o Four-way controller (ABCD)
Displays the Drive Mode/Flash Mode/White Balance/ Custom Image setup menu. (p.16) When a menu or the control panel is displayed, use this to move the cursor or change the item to set. Press B in single image display of play back mode to display the playback mode palette. (p.59) When selecting the area of an image to magnify or to use as a focusing area, you can move the area diagonally by pressing two keys at the same time.
p MENU button (F)
Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.17)

Monitor Display

Capture Mode
With this camera, you can take pictures while looking through the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor. When using the viewfinder, you can take pictures while checking the status screen displayed on the monitor and the viewfinder. When not using the viewfinder, you can take pictures while viewing the Live View image displayed on the monitor. The camera is in “standby mode” when it is ready to shoot, such as when the status screen or Live View image is displayed. Press G in standby mode to display the “control panel” and change settings. (p.16) You can change the type of information displayed in standby mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed. (p.12)
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1 Exposure Mode (p.36) 14 AE Metering (p.40) 2 AE Lock 15 3 Digital Filter (p.56)/HDR
Capture (p.57)
4 Wireless LAN status
(p.78)
(p.85)
Horizon Correction
7 Battery level 22 8 E-dial guide 23 AF point (p.44)
9 Shutter speed 24 Custom Image (p.54) 10 Aperture value 25 11 EV Compensation
(p.37)/Exposure Bracketing (p.49)
12 EV bar scale 13 Sensitivity (p.39)
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16 Card slot number (p.35) 17 File Format (p.35) 18 Image storage capacity 19 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.41)5 GPS positioning status
20 White Balance fine-
tuning (p.53)6 Shake Reduction/
21 Drive Mode (p.47)
White Balance (p.52)
Flash Mode (p.41)
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number of shots during Multi-exposure, Interval Shooting or Interval Composite
Live View
1 Exposure Mode (p.36) 14 Electronic Level (vertical 2 Flash Mode (p.41)
tilt) (p.15)
3 Drive Mode (p.47) 15 Histogram 4 White Balance (p.52) 16 EV Compensation (p.37) 5 Custom Image (p.54) 17 EV bar scale 6 Digital Filter (p.56)/HDR
Capture (p.57)
7 Wireless LAN status
(p.78)
8 GPS positioning status
(p.85)
18 Operation guide 19 AE Lock 20 Shutter speed 21 Aperture value 22 Sensitivity (p.39) 23 File Format
9 AE Metering (p.40) 24 Card slot number in use
10 Shake Reduction/
Horizon Correction/ Movie SR
11 Battery level 12 Temperature warning 13 Electronic Level
(p.35)
25 Image storage capacity 26 Face detection frame
(when [Contrast AF] is set to [Face Detection]) (p.44)
(horizontal tilt) (p.15)
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In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the settings of the items displayed on the moni tor during Live View. (p.19)
Control Panel
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5 ISO AUTO Setting (p.39) 19 File Format (p.35) 6 Highlight Correction
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8 Digital Filter (p.56) 21 Shake Reduction/Movie
9 HDR Capture (p.57) 10 AF Assist Light (p.43) 22 AA Filter Simulator (p.58) 11 High-ISO NR (p.40) 23 Exposure Setting (p.38) 12 Slow Shutter Speed NR 24 Recording Sound Level 13 Distortion Correction
14 Lateral Chromatic
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AF (p.44)
Peaking (p.45) still pictures/movie recordable time
18 Memory Card Options
(p.35)
20 JPEG Recorded Pixels
(p.57)
and Quality Level (p.35)/
movie recorded pixels (p.57)
(p.35)
SR
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26 Framerate (p.35) Aberration Adjustment (p.57)
Correction (p.57)
27 Current date and time
28 Destination (p.74)
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• 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 status screen, menu cursor and control panel in [Display Color] of [LCD Display] in the D1 menu. (p.22)
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Example: Tilted 1.5° to the left (yell ow) Vertically level (green)
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Playback Info Display
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When shooting with the viewfinder
Status Screen
Electronic Level
Display Off Nothing is displayed on the monitor.
Electronic Compass
When shooting with Live View
Standard Information Display
No Information Display
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Displays the settings for shooting with the viewfinder. (p.10)
Displays the camera angle. A bar scale indicating the horizontal camera angle appears at the bottom of the screen, and a bar scale indicating the vertical camera angle appe ars on the right side. If the camera angle cannot be detected, both ends and the center of the bar scales flash red.
The current latitude, longitude, altitude, direction, and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) are displayed. Turn the camera off and on again to return to the status screen. Available only when the optional GPS unit is attached to the camera and is operating. (p.85)
The Live View image and the settings for shooting with Live View are displayed. (p.10)
Certain icons, such as those for the Exposure Mode and Drive Mode, are not displayed.
When the camera is held vertically
When the camera is rotated to the vertical position, the status screen and control panel are displayed in a vertical position.
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The captured image and shooting information are displayed in single image display of the playback mode. Press G to change the type of information displayed in single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E.
Standard Information Display
Detailed Information Display
Histogram Display
RGB Histogram Display
No Information Display
Captured image, file format, exposure value, and operation guide indicators are displayed.
Detailed information on how and when the image was taken is displayed (p.13).
Captured image and brightness histogram are displayed (p.13). Not available during movie playback.
Captured image and RGB histogram are displayed (p.13). Not available during movie playback.
Only the captured image is displayed.
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1 Captured image 10 Flash Mode (p.41) 2 Rotation information
3 Exposure Mode (p.36) 12 Color Moiré Correction 4 Digital Filter (p.56)/HDR
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Capture (p.57) 13 Shutter speed
5 Transferred via Wireless
LAN (p.78)
6 Protect setting (p.75) 7 Card slot number in use 8 Folder number-File
number (p.76)
9 Drive Mode (p.47) 18 Focus Method (p.42)
11 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.41)
(p.66)
14 Aperture value 15 Shake Reduction/
Horizon Correction/ Movie SR
16 Sensitivity (p.39) 17 EV Compensation (p.37)
19 AE Metering (p.40) 34 Color Fringe Correction 20 AF point (p.44)
(p.69)
21 White Balance (p.52) 35 Custom Image setting 22
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(p.54) Custom Image parameters
37 Shooting date and time 24 Lens focal length 38 Length of time of the 25 File Format (p.35) 26 JPEG Recorded Pixels
(p.35)/movie recorded pixels (p.35)
recorded movie
39 Volume
40 Sound
41 Framerate (p.35) 27 JPEG Quality (p.35) 42 Altitude (p.85) 28 Color Space (p.24) 43 Lens direction (p.85)
Highlight Correction (p.57)
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Adjustment (p.57)
33 Peripheral Illumination
44 Latitude (p.85)
45 Longitude (p.85)
46 Universal Coordinated
Time
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warning
Correction (p.57) 48 Photographer (p.78)
49 Copyright Holder (p.78)
Histogram Display/RGB Histogram Display
Use AB to switch between the Histogram Display and RGB Histogram Display.
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Viewfinder

When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information appears in the viewfinder.
1 AF frame (p.32) 11 Sensitivity (p.39)/ 2 Spot metering frame
(p.40)
3 AF point (p.44) 12 AE Lock 4 Flash indicator (p.41) 13 Change AF Point (p.44) 5 Focus Method (p.42) 14 Multi-exposure (p.50) 6 Shutter speed 15 AE Metering (p.40) 7 Aperture value 16 Shake Reduction 8 Focus indicator 17 Flash Exposure 9 EV bar scale/Electronic
Level (p.15) 18 EV Compensation
10 ISO/ISO AUTO
Exposure compensation value
Compensation (p.41)
(p.37)/Exposure Bracketing (p.49)
19 File Format (p.35)
t Memo
• The information is displayed in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway, or during the meter operating time (default setting: 10 sec.).
• The AF point in use for autofocus appears in red (Superimpose AF Area) when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. You can set it to [Off] in [14. Superimpose AF Area] of the E2 menu.
• You can adjust the diopter in the viewfinder using the diopter adjustment dial. Adjust the di al until the AF frame in the view finder is focused.
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LCD Panel

3
1 2
4
10 11 12 13 14
67 8 9
191716
5
15 18
When level (at 0°)
When tilted 5° to the left
When held vertically and tilted 3° to the right
1 Shutter speed 12 Battery level 2 Multi-exposure (p.50) 13 GPS unit connected 3 Aperture value 4 Mirror Lock-up Shooting
(p.50)
5 AE Metering (p.40) 15 Flash Mode (p.41) 6 AF point (p.44) 16 Drive Mode (p.47) 7 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.41)
8 EV bar scale/Electronic
Level (p.15)
9 EV Compensation
(p.37)/Exposure Bracketing (p.49)
10 HDR Capture (p.57) 11 Wireless LAN
connection (p.78)
t Memo
• You can change the LCD panel backlight setting in [22. LCD
Panel Illumination] of the E4 menu. (p.24) You can also set the camera so that the LCD panel illumination turns on or off when P is pressed. (p.71)
(p.85)
14 Sensitivity (p.39)/EV
Compensation (p.37)
17 Card slot number (p.35) 18 File Format (p.35) 19 Remaining image
storage capacity/USB Connection mode (p.64)/ External flash channel (p.84)/Sensor cleani ng in progress

Electronic Level

You can check whether the camera is tilted horizontally by displaying the electronic level. The electronic level can be displayed in the EV bar scale in the viewfinder and/or LCD panel, or on the Live View screen. Select whether to display the electronic level in [Electronic Level] of the A3 menu. (p.19)
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How to Change Function Settings

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OK
Use ABCD to select an item.
Use R to change settings.
Press F to cancel setting operation.
Press E to confirm the selected item and return to the control panel.
Press E to make detailed settings.
The camera functions and their settings can be selected and
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changed by using the following ways.
Introduction
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

G
You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in standby mode.
File Format
100-3200
12345 12345

Using the Direct Keys

A Drive Mode p.47 B Flash Mode p.41 C White Balance p.52 D Custom Image p.54
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File Format
Cancel
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12345 12345
OK

Using the Menus

Me mory Car d O pt ionsMemory Card Options Im age Capt ure S etti ngsImage Capture Settings
Di gita l Fi lte rDigital Filter HD R Ca ptur eHDR Capture Le ns C orre cti onLens Correction
Ex itExit
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AF Ass is t Li ghtAF Assist Light
D- Rang e Se tti ng sD-Range Settings IS O AU TO S etti ngISO AUTO Setting
Sl ow S hutt er Sp eed NRSlow Shutter Speed NR Pr ogra m Li neProgram Line GP SGPS
Ex itExit
1 2 34
Hi gh-I SO N RHigh-ISO NR
D- Rang e Se tti ng sD-Range Settings IS O AU TO S etti ngISO AUTO Setting
Sl ow S hutt er Sp eed NRSlow Shutter Speed NR Pr ogra m Li neProgram Line GP SGPS
Ca ncelCancel
1 2 34
Hi gh-I SO N RHigh-ISO NR
OKOK
Me mory Car d O pt ionsMemory Card Options Im age Capt ure S etti ngsImage Capture Settings
Di gita l Fi lte rDigital Filter HD R Ca ptur eHDR Capture Le ns C orre cti onLens Correction
Ex itExit
1 234
AF Ass is t Li ghtAF Assist Light
Fi le F orma tFile Format JP EG R ecor ded P ixel sJPEG Recorded Pixels
Im age Capt ure S etti ngsImage Capture Settings
JP EG Q uali tyJPEG Quality RAW Fil e F or matRAW File Format
PE FPEF
Use AB to select an item.
Use R to switch between 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.
Use Q to change the menu category.
Most functions are set from the menus. Functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus.
t Memo
• For the Custom Setting menu (E1-4), you can show the setting screen of the next item in order of the menu on the monitor by
turning R while the submenu of the currently selected item is displayed.
• Press F to display the first tab of the menu that is appropriate to the current conditions. To display the menu tab last selected
first, set in [24. Save Menu Location] of the E4 menu.
• Settings are returned to their default values with [Reset] of the D3 menu. To reset all the settings in the Custom Setting menu to the defaults, use [Reset Custom Functions] of the E4 menu. (Some settings do not apply.)
F
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Menu List

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Rec. Mode Menu

Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Exposure Modes
Memory Card Options
Image Capture Settings
AF Assist Light
A1
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Lens Correc­tion
D-Range Settings
A2
ISO AUTO Setting
High-ISO NR
*1
File Format
JPEG Recorded
*2
Pixels
JPEG Quality
RAW File Format Sets the RAW file format. PEF
*2
*2
HDR Capture
Exposure Bracket
*2
Value
Auto Align Sets whether to automatically adjust the composition. On
Distortion Correction
Lat-Chromatic-Ab Adj
Peripheral Illumin. Corr.
*2
*2
*2
*2
*2
*2
Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode dial is set to O, P or Q.
*2
Sets the recording method for when two memory cards are inserted.
*2
Sets the file format of images. JPEG
Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format. q
*2
Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. m
Sets whether to use the assist light when autofocusing in dark locations.
Specifies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.56
*2
Sets the type of high dynamic range shooting. Off
Sets the range in which to change the exposure. ±2EV
Reduces distortions occurring due to lens properties. Off
Reduces lateral chromatic aberrations occurring due to lens properties.
Reduces peripheral light fall-off occurring due to lens properties. Off
Expands the dynamic range and prevents bright and dark areas from occurring.
Sets the range of automatic correction in ISO AUTO and AUTO ISO Parameters.
ISO 100 to ISO 3200/Standard
Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity.
Auto/Auto p.57
G p.74
W p.35
p.35
On p.43
p.57
On
p.57
p.39
Auto p.40
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a slow
Slow Shutter Speed NR
A2
Program Line Selects Program Line. Normal p.37
GPS Sets the camera action for when the optional GPS unit is used. p.85
Contrast AF
Focus Peaking
Live View
A3
Electronic Level
Horizon Correction Corrects horizontal tilt of the camera. Off
AA Filter Simulator
Shake Reduction
Input Focal Length
Instant
A4
Review
Grid Display Displays the grid during Live View. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Live View. Off
Composition Adjust.
Viewfinder
Live View Displays the electronic level during Live View. On p.10
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
*2
shutter speed.
*2
Sets the AF Mode for shooting with Live View. Face Detection p.44
Emphasizes the outline of the subject in focus and makes it
*2
easier to check the focus.
Allows you to adjust the composition of your image using the Shake Reduction mechanism.
Displays the electronic level in the EV bar scale in the viewfinder and/or LCD panel.
*2
*2
Applies low-pass filter effects using the Shake Reduction mechanism.
Activates the Shake Reduction function. On
Sets the focal length when using a lens of which focal length information cannot be obtained.
Sets whether to display a magnified image during Instant Review.
Sets whether to save the RAW image during Instant Review.
Auto
Off p.45
p.10Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Live View. Off
Off p.58
Off p.15
Off p.58
35mm p.82
On
On
p.32
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Zoom Instant Review
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Digital Preview
E-Dial Progra­mming
A4
Button Custo­mization
Memory Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off.
Save USER Mode
*1 Appears only when the mode dial is set to O, P, or Q. *2 Can also be set from the control panel.
Save Preview Image
Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Digital Preview. Off
Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Digital Preview. Off
G H I J K L M N
m -, -, ­n -, J, GLINE p I o I, J, G
Rotation Direction Reverses the effect obtained when Q or R is turned. Rotate Right
RAW/Fx Button Sets the P operation.
Preview Dial
Sets whether to display a magnified image during Digital Preview.
Sets whether to enable saving an image displayed in Digital Preview.
Sets the Q / R / M operation for each exposure mode.
Sets the camera action for when the main switch is turned to the U position.
You can save freque ntly used capture settings to O, P or Q of the mode dial.
I, J, XG
-, ISO, ­I, -, -
-, J, -
I
, J, GLINE
, J, GLINE
I
-, J, -
-, J, -
, J, GLINE
One Push File
Format
Optical
Preview
On for settings
other than
Digital Filter
and HDR
Capture
On
On
–p.73
p.46
p.71
LINE
p.71AF Button Sets the I operation. Enable AF1
p.75
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Movie Menu

Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Exposure Setting
Memory Card Options
Movie Capture Settings
Recording Sound Level
C1
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Movie SR
*1 Can also be set from the control panel.
*1
*1
*1
*1
Sets the exposure mode for C mode. m p.38
Selects one of memory cards inserted in SD1 and SD2 slots for
*1
recording movies.
*1
Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate. u/30p p.35
Sets the Recording Sound Level and the volume level for
*1
recording.
Sets a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.56
Sets the type of high dynamic range shooting when the drive mode is set to [Interval Movie Record].
Activates the Movie Shake Reduction function. On
SD1 p.35
Auto
Off p.57

Playback Menu

Menu 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
Slideshow
Quick Zoom Sets the initial magnification when magnifying images. Off
B1
Highlight Alert
Auto Image Rotation
Protect All Images Protects all images stored in the memory card at once.
Delete All Images Deletes all images stored in the memory card at once.
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.
Off
Off
On p.62
p.62
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Set-up Menu

Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
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Language/W Changes the display language. English p.29
Date Adjustment Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.30
World Time
Text Size Sets whether to magnify the text size when selecting a menu. Standard p.30
Sound Effects
D1
Guide Display
LCD Display
LCD Display Settings Adjusts the brightness, saturation and the color of the monitor. 0
USB Connection Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. MSC p.64
HDMI Out
Folder Name Sets the folder name in which images are stored. Date p.76
Create New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card. p.76
File Name Sets the file name assigned to the image. IMGP/_IMG p.77
D2
File No.
Copyright Information
Flicker Reduction Cuts down on screen flicker by setting the power frequency. 50Hz
Auto Power Off
D3
Select Battery
Auto Screen Rotation
Display Color
Sequential Numbering
Reset File Number
Switches between the date and time display of your hometown city and that of a specified city.
Switches the operation sound on/off and changes the volume for In-focus, AE-L, Self-timer, Remote Control, Mirror Up, Change AF Point, and the P button operation.
Sets whether to display the operation guides when the exposure mode is changed.
Sets whether to display the status screen and control panel vertically if the camera is held vertically.
Sets the display color of the status screen, menu cursor, and control panel.
Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with an HDMI input terminal.
Sets whether to continue the sequential numbering for the file name when a new folder is created.
Resets the file number setting, and returns to 0001 each time a new folder is created.
Sets the photographer and copyright information embedded in Exif.
Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no operations are made for a certain period of time.
Sets the camera action for when the optional battery grip is attached to the camera.
Hometown p.74
Volume 3/
All On
1 min. p.29
Auto Select/
Auto-detect
On p.32
On p.12
1 p.11
Auto p.63
On
p.77
Off p.78
p.27
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Wireless Memory Card
D3
Reset
Pixel Mapping
Dust Alert
Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it. p.86
D4
Sensor Cleaning
Format Formats a memory card. p.31
Firmware Info/Options Displays the camera’s firmware version.
Sets the camera action for when an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard is used.
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.
Detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust on the monitor.
Locks the mirror in the up position for cleaning the CMOS sensor with a blower.
p.78
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p.86
p.87
p.87

Custom Setting Menu

Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
1. EV Steps Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. 1/3 EV Steps p.37
2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step p.39
3. Meter Operating Time Sets the meter operating time. 10sec.
4. AE-L with AF Locked
E1
5. Link AE and AF Point
6. Auto EV Compensation
7. Bulb (B) Mode Options
8. Bracketing Order Sets the order for Exposure Bracketing shooting. 0 - + p.49
9. One-Push Bracketing
E2
10. WB Adjustable Range
11. WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting for when using flash.
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.
Sets whether to automatically compensate when the proper exposure cannot be determined.
Sets the camera operation when pressing the shutter release button in M mode.
Sets whether to shoot all frames with one release when using Exposure Bracketing.
Sets whether to automatically fine-tune the white balance when the light source is specified for the white balance setting.
Off
Off p.40
Off
Mode1
Off p.49
Fixed p.53
Auto White
Balance
p.53
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
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12. AWB in Tungsten Light
E2
13. Color Temperature Steps Sets the adjustment steps for color temperature. Kelvin p.54
14. Superimpose AF Area
15. AF.S Setting
16. 1st Frame Action in AF.C
17. Action in AF.C Continuous
E3
18. Hold AF Status
19. AF with Remote Control
20. Release While Charging
21. Color Space Sets the color space to use. sRGB
22. LCD Panel Illumination Sets the illumination for the LCD panel. High p.15
23. Save Rotation Info Sets whether to save rotation information when shooting. On p.62
24. Save Menu Location
25. Catch-in Focus
E4
26. AF Fine Adjustment
27. Using Aperture Ring
Reset Custom Functions
Sets the tungsten light color tone for when the white balance is set to g (Auto White Balance).
Sets whether to display the active AF point in red in the viewfinder. Sets the action priority for when the focus mode is set to x
and the shutter release button is fully pressed.
Sets the action priority for the first frame when the focus mode is set to y and the shutter release button is fully pressed.
Sets the action priority during continuous shooting when the focus mode is set to y.
Sets whether to maintain the focus for a certain amount of time when the subject happens to move out of the selected focusing area after being focused.
Sets whether to use autofocus when shooting with a remote control unit.
Sets whether to release the shutter while the built-in flash is being charged.
The last menu tab displayed on the monitor is saved, and it is displayed again the next time F is pressed.
Sets whether to enable Catch-in Focus shooting when a manual focus lens is attached, and the shutter is released automatically when the subject comes into focus.
Allows you to precisely fine tune your lenses with the camera’s autofocus system.
Sets whether to enable shutter release when the lens aperture ring is set to a position other than 9.
Resets all the settings of the Custom Setting menu to the defaults.
Subtle
Correction
Focus-priority p.43
Release-
priority
Focus-priority p.43
Reset Menu
Location
Disable p.83
p.53
On p.14
p.43
Off p.43
Off p.49
Off p.41
p.17
Off
Off p.45
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Attaching the Strap Attaching a Lens

1 Pass the end of the strap
through the protective cover and triangular ring.
2 Secure the end of the strap
on the inside of the clasp.
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 pressing the lens unlock button (4).
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u Caution
Lithium-ion battery
Battery charger
Indicator lamp
AC plug cord
3
1
2
• When attaching or removing the lens, cho ose 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.
2
• Do not insert your fingers inside the lens mount of the camera
Getting Started
or touch the mirror.
• 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.
t Memo
• Refer to “Functions Available with Various Lenses” (p.81) for details on the functions of each lens.
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Using the Battery and Charger

Use the battery D-LI90 and battery charger D-BC90 exclusively developed for this camera.

Charging the Battery

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 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.
u Caution
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries other than D-LI90. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.
• Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases:
• If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery
is inserted correctly
• If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after
being charged (the battery may have reached the end of its service life)
t Memo
• The maximum charging time is approximately 390 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

u Caution
• 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, and after that, 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 the camera for long periods of time. If this happens, set the current date and time.
1 Open the battery cover.
Lift the battery cover unlock knob, turn it towards OPEN to unlock, and then pull the cover open.
1
2
2 Face the A mark on the
battery towards outside of the camera, and insert the battery until it locks into place.
To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of 3.
3 Close the battery cover.
Turn the battery cover unlock knob towards CLOSE to lock.
t Memo
• 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 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.
• When the optional Battery Grip D-BG5 is used, the following settings can be made in [Select Battery] of the D3 menu.
• Priority of battery use
• Type of AA batteries used
3
4
5
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Using the AC Adapter

We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132 when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device.
2
1 Make sure that the camera
Getting Started
is turned off, and open the terminal cover.
2 Align the A marks on the
DC terminal of the AC adapter and DC input terminal of the camera, and connect.
3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord, and
plug the cord into the power outlet.
u Caution
• 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.
• Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit before using the AC adapter.

Inserting a Memory Card

The following memory cards can be used with this camera.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, and SDXC Memory Card
• Eye-Fi card
• Flucard compatible with this camera
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
into the memory card slot with the memory card label facing toward the monitor.
Insert the card in the SD2 slot to use an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard.
Push the memory card in once to remove.
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