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 cordStrap
Eyecup F
s
ME viewfinder capSync 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
1
Getting Started
Taking Pictures
Playback Functions
Changing the Settings
Appendix
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How to Use This Manual
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How to Use This Manual
Introducing the 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
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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Introduction
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 buttonLens 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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Standby mode
(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)
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)
t Memo
•
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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C mode
A mode
1 Function name16 AF Mode (p.43)/Contrast
2 Setting
3 Card slot number (p.35) 17 AF point (p.44)/Focus
4 Number of recordable
5 ISO AUTO Setting (p.39) 19 File Format (p.35)
6 Highlight Correction
7 Shadow Correction
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
15 Peripheral Illumination
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
(p.38)
(p.57)25 Playback Sound Volume
26 Framerate (p.35)
Aberration Adjustment
(p.57)
Correction (p.57)
27 Current date and time
28 Destination (p.74)
t Memo
• 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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Shooting Info Display
Example:
Tilted 1.5° to the left (yell ow)
Vertically level (green)
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Single image display
(Standard Information Display)
Playback Info Display
selection screen
You can change the type of information displayed in standby
mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed. Use
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CD to select the type and press E.
Introduction
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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1600
To not display images in the vertical
position, set [Auto Screen Rotation] to
[Off] in [LCD Display] of the D1 menu.
(p.22)
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Playback Mode
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.
t Memo
•
The display selected in Playback Info Display selection screen appears in
playback mode when the camera is turned off and on again. If [Pl ayback Info
Display] is set to [Off] in [Memory] of the
Display] always appears first when the camera is turned on. (p.75)
A
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Detailed Information Display
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3 Protect setting7 File Format
4 Card slot number in use 8 Shutter speed
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11 EV Compensation14 Histogram (B)
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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 speed15 AE Metering (p.40)
7 Aperture value16 Shake Reduction
8 Focus indicator17 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
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When level (at 0°)
When tilted 5° to the left
When held vertically and tilted 3° to the right
1 Shutter speed12 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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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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Introduction
Direct keysPress ABCD in standby mode.
Control panel
MenusPress 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
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Using the Direct Keys
A Drive Modep.47
B Flash Modep.41
C White Balancep.52
D Custom Imagep.54
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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
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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
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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
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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.)
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Menu List
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Rec. Mode Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault 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 FormatSets the RAW file format.PEF
*2
*2
HDR Capture
Exposure Bracket
*2
Value
Auto AlignSets 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 Filterp.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/Autop.57
Gp.74
Wp.35
p.35
Onp.43
p.57
On
p.57
p.39
Autop.40
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MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a slow
Slow Shutter Speed NR
A2
Program LineSelects Program Line.Normalp.37
GPSSets the camera action for when the optional GPS unit is used.–p.85
Contrast AF
Focus Peaking
Live
View
A3
Electronic
Level
Horizon CorrectionCorrects horizontal tilt of the camera.Off–
AA Filter Simulator
Shake Reduction
Input Focal Length
Instant
A4
Review
Grid DisplayDisplays the grid during Live View.Off
Highlight AlertBright (overexposed) areas blink red during Live View.Off
Composition
Adjust.
Viewfinder
Live ViewDisplays the electronic level during Live View.Onp.10
Display TimeSets the Instant Review display time.1sec.
Zoom Instant
Review
Save RAW Data
DeleteSets whether to delete the image during Instant Review.On
Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Instant Review.Off
Highlight AlertBright (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–
Offp.45
p.10Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Live View.Off
Offp.58
Offp.15
Offp.58
35mmp.82
On
On
p.32
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MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
Zoom Instant
Review
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Digital
Preview
E-Dial
Programming
A4
Button
Customization
MemoryDetermines 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 AlertBright (overexposed) areas blink red during Digital Preview.Off
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
m-, -, n-, J, GLINE
pI
oI, J, G
Rotation Direction Reverses the effect obtained when Q or R is turned.Rotate Right
RAW/Fx ButtonSets 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 ButtonSets the I operation.Enable AF1
p.75
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Movie Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault 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.mp.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/30pp.35
Sets the Recording Sound Level and the volume level for
*1
recording.
Sets a digital filter effect when taking pictures.No Filterp.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–
SD1p.35
Auto–
Offp.57
Playback Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
Display DurationSets an image display interval.3sec.
Screen EffectSets a transition effect when the next image is displayed.Off
Slideshow
Quick ZoomSets the initial magnification when magnifying images.Off–
B1
Highlight Alert
Auto Image Rotation
Protect All ImagesProtects all images stored in the memory card at once.––
Delete All ImagesDeletes 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–
Onp.62
p.62
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Set-up Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
1
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22
Language/WChanges the display language.Englishp.29
Date AdjustmentSets the date and time or display format.01/01/2013p.30
World Time
Text SizeSets whether to magnify the text size when selecting a menu.Standardp.30
Sound Effects
D1
Guide Display
LCD
Display
LCD Display SettingsAdjusts the brightness, saturation and the color of the monitor.0–
USB ConnectionSets the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer.MSCp.64
HDMI Out
Folder NameSets the folder name in which images are stored.Datep.76
Create New FolderCreates a new folder on the memory card.–p.76
File NameSets the file name assigned to the image.IMGP/_IMGp.77
D2
File No.
Copyright Information
Flicker ReductionCuts 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.
Hometownp.74
Volume 3/
All On
1 min.p.29
Auto Select/
Auto-detect
–
Onp.32
Onp.12
1p.11
Autop.63
On
p.77
–
Offp.78
p.27
MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
Wireless Memory Card
D3
Reset
Pixel Mapping
Dust Alert
Dust RemovalCleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it.–p.86
D4
Sensor Cleaning
FormatFormats a memory card.–p.31
Firmware Info/OptionsDisplays 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
––
–p.86
–p.87
–p.87
Custom Setting Menu
MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
1. EV StepsSets the adjustment steps for exposure.1/3 EV Stepsp.37
2. Sensitivity StepsSets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity.1 EV Stepp.39
3. Meter Operating TimeSets 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 OrderSets the order for Exposure Bracketing shooting.0 - +p.49
9. One-Push Bracketing
E2
10. WB Adjustable Range
11. WB When Using FlashSets 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–
Offp.40
Off–
Mode1–
Offp.49
Fixedp.53
Auto White
Balance
p.53
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MenuItemFunctionDefault Setting Page
1
Introduction
12. AWB in Tungsten Light
E2
13. Color Temperature Steps Sets the adjustment steps for color temperature.Kelvinp.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 SpaceSets the color space to use.sRGB–
22. LCD Panel IlluminationSets the illumination for the LCD panel.Highp.15
23. Save Rotation InfoSets whether to save rotation information when shooting.Onp.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
Disablep.83
p.53
Onp.14
p.43
Offp.43
Offp.49
Offp.41
p.17
Off–
Offp.45
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Attaching the StrapAttaching 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).
4
2
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25
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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27
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.