Pentax K100D User Manual

SLR Digital Camera

Operating Manual

For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX q 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

In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an Aperture s (Auto) position. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.37 and p.188.

Regarding copyrights

Images taken using the q 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 even 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

• PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.

• The SD logo is a trademark.

• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

To users of this camera

• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.

• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display 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.

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.

Regarding PictBridge

PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using the unified standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from the camera through a few simple operations.

• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor in this manual are different from the actual product.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning

Caution

This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause serious personal injury. This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or medium personal injury, or material loss.

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 the risk of electric shock.

• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if a memory card is accidentally swallowed.

• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do not hang the strap over their necks.

• Do not look directly at the sun through the camera with the telephoto lens attached, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes. Viewing the sun directly with the telephoto lens may lead to a loss of eyesight.

• Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if a battery is accidentally swallowed.

• Always use the AC adapter exclusively developed for this product, with the specified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown.

• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the batteries or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric shock.

• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter. Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

Caution

• Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. Do not disassemble the batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire.

• Of the batteries that can be used in this camera (AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, AA alkaline batteries and CR-V3), only the Ni-MH batteries can be recharged. Recharging other batteries can cause a fire or explosion.

• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is the risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.

• Do not place your finger over or cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Fingers or clothing may be burned.

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE

• Only use specified batteries with this camera. Use of other batteries can cause a fire or explosion.

• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or an old battery with a new one. It may cause explosion or a fire.

• The batteries should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity (+ and –) marked on the batteries and the camera. Not inserting batteries correctly may cause explosion or a fire.

• Do not disassemble the batteries. Of the batteries that can be used in this camera, only the Ni-MH batteries can be recharged. Disassembling the batteries or attempting to charge non-rechargeable batteries could result in explosion or leakage.

Care to be Taken During Handling

• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network 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 during traveling). Pictures 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.

• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol benzene.

• 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 store the camera with preservatives and chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause molding. Remove from case and store in a dry and well-ventilated location.

• This camera is not waterproof, and should not be used in the rain or where the camera could get wet.

• 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 LCD display may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to normal as temperatures normalize.

• The LCD display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a fault.

• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance.

• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, removing the camera after temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.

• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts. These could cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops on the camera.

• Refer to “Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card” (p.30) regarding the SD Memory Card.

• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.

• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause breakage or malfunction.

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. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual (Windows users: p.9, Mac OS users: p.10) for more information.

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA..................................................1

ABOUT THE CAMERA.........................................................................1

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE............................................2

Care to be Taken During Handling .......................................................2

Contents ...............................................................................................4

Composition of the Operating Manual ..................................................9

Before Using Your Camera 11

q Camera Characteristics .............................................. 12

Checking the Contents of the Package...................................... 13

Names of Working Parts ............................................................. 14

Camera...............................................................................................14

LCD Monitor Indications .....................................................................16

Viewfinder Indications.........................................................................20

LCD Panel Indications ........................................................................22

Getting Started 23

Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 24

Inserting the Batteries ................................................................. 25

Batteries..............................................................................................26

Battery Level Indicator........................................................................27

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time

(new batteries)....................................................................................27

Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ........................................................28

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ................................. 29

Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.....................................................31

Turning the Camera On and Off.................................................. 32

Initial Settings .............................................................................. 33

Setting the Display Language.............................................................33

Setting the Date and Time..................................................................35

Attaching the Lens....................................................................... 37

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ............................................... 39

Basic Operations 41

Basic Shooting Operation ........................................................... 42

Holding the Camera............................................................................42

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ..............................43

Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function............. 47

Turning On the Shake Reduction Function.........................................48

Setting the Shake Reduction Function ...............................................49

Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes............ 50

Selecting the Shooting Scene.............................................................51

Using a Zoom Lens...................................................................... 53

Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................... 54

Other Shooting Modes................................................................. 58

Continuous Shooting ..........................................................................58

Self-Timer Shooting............................................................................60

Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ........64

Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake .........................67

Playing Back Still Pictures .......................................................... 68

Playing Back Images..........................................................................68

Enlarging Playback Images ................................................................70

Nine-Image Display ............................................................................71

Slideshow ...........................................................................................73

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment................................. 75

Processing Images with Filters .................................................. 76

Deleting Images ........................................................................... 79

Deleting a Single Image......................................................................79

Deleting All Images.............................................................................80

Deleting Selected Images (from Nine-Image Display)........................81

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)..........................................83

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)........................................... 85

Printing Single Images........................................................................85

Settings for All Images........................................................................86

Printing Using PictBridge............................................................ 88

Setting [Transfer Mode]......................................................................89

Connecting the Camera to the Printer ................................................90

Printing Single Images........................................................................91

Printing All Images..............................................................................93

Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings..........................................95

Disconnecting the USB Cable ............................................................95

Menu Reference 97

Using the Button Functions ........................................................ 98

Capture Mode.....................................................................................98

Playback Mode .................................................................................100

Using the Menu .......................................................................... 102

How to Operate the Menu.................................................................102

[A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items.................................................104

[Q Playback] Menu Setting Items...................................................104

[H Set-up] Menu Setting Items ........................................................105

[A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items...........................................106

Using the Fn Menu ..................................................................... 108

Capture Mode...................................................................................108

Playback Mode .................................................................................109

Using the Mode Dial................................................................... 110

Function Reference 113

Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level....................... 114

Setting the Image Tone ....................................................................114

Setting the Recorded Pixels .............................................................115

Setting the Quality Level...................................................................116

Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast ......................................117

Setting the White Balance ................................................................118

Setting the Sensitivity .......................................................................121

Setting the Color Space....................................................................123

Focusing ..................................................................................... 124

Using the Autofocus..........................................................................124

Setting the AF Mode.........................................................................127

Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)............................................128

Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)..........................................................130

Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus).................................132

Setting the Exposure ................................................................. 134

Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed...............................................134

Selecting the Metering Method.........................................................136

Changing the Exposure Mode ..........................................................138

Setting the Exposure ........................................................................147

Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket)......................149

Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before

Shooting ..................................................................................... 152

Displaying the Preview .....................................................................152

Selecting the Preview Method ..........................................................153

Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................. 154

Compensating Flash Output.............................................................154

Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash...........................................155

Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode.................................155

Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash ......................156

DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility

with the Built-in Flash........................................................................158

Using an External Flash (Optional)...................................................160

Settings During Playback.......................................................... 167

Changing Playback Display Method ................................................167

Setting the Slideshow Display Interval..............................................168

Camera Settings......................................................................... 169

Formatting the SD Memory Card......................................................169

Turning the Beep On and Off............................................................170

Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style.........................170

Setting the World Time.....................................................................171

Setting the Display Language...........................................................174

Turning the Guide Display On and Off..............................................174

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor....................................175

Selecting the Video Output Format...................................................175

Setting Auto Power Off .....................................................................176

Selecting the Folder Name ...............................................................176

Resetting the File Number................................................................177

Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital Preview ...................177

Resetting to Default Settings .................................................... 179

Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu...................................179

Resetting the Custom Function Menu ..............................................180

Appendix 181

Default Settings.......................................................................... 182

Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 186

Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] ............................................... 188

Cleaning the CCD....................................................................... 189

Optional Accessories ................................................................ 191

Error Messages .......................................................................... 194

Troubleshooting......................................................................... 196

Main Specifications ................................................................... 199

Specifications for Remote Control F (Optional)................................201

Glossary...................................................................................... 202

Index............................................................................................ 206

WARRANTY POLICY.................................................................. 210

Composition of the Operating Manual

This operating manual contains the following chapters.

1 Before Using Your Camera

Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts.

2 Getting Started

Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.

3 Basic Operations

Explains the procedures for taking, playing back, and printing still pictures. Read it to learn all of the basic operations about capturing, playing back, and printing.

4 Menu Reference

Explains the functions of q by buttons and menus.

5 Function Reference

Introduces functions to further enhance your q experience.

6 Appendix

Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various resources.

The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.

Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.

Shows useful information.

Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.

Memo

1 Before Using Your

Camera

Check the package contents and names of working parts before use.

q Camera Characteristics ......................12

Checking the Contents of the Package ..............13

Names of Working Parts ......................................14

q Camera Characteristics

• Features a 23.5×15.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for high

precision and a wide dynamic range.

• Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake

Before Using Your Camera

reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.

• Features an AF sensor with 11 focusing points. The central 9 are wide

area cross sensors.

•

Features a viewfinder similar to that of a conventional 35 mm camera, with a 0.85× magnification and 96% field of view, for easier manual focusing. Also features a superimpose function in which the AF points on the viewfinder illuminate red.

• Uses CR-V3, AA lithium batteries, rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries or

AA alkaline batteries.

•

Features a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with 210,000 pixels and a brightness adjusting function for high-precision/wide-field viewing performance.

• Features a Digital Preview function for checking the image to ensure that

the desired result is achieved.

• A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the

camera. The large, high-resolution LCD monitor and easy-to-use menus make the camera easier to operate.

The captured area (view angle) will differ between the q and 35 mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35 mm film and CCD are different.

Sizes for 35 mm film and CCD

35 mm film : 36×24 mm q CCD : 23.5×15.7 mm

Angles of view being equal, the focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera must be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of of view framing the same area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by 1.5.

Example) To capture the same image as a 150 mm lens attached to a 35 mm

camera 150÷1.5=100 Use a 100 mm lens with the q.

Inversely, multiply the focal length of the lens used with q by 1.5 to determine the focal length for 35 mm cameras.

Example) If 300 mm lens is used with q

300×1.5=450 Focal length is equivalent to a 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera.

. To obtain an angle

Checking the Contents of the Package

The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included.

Before Using Your Camera

Hot shoe cover FK

(Installed on camera)

Body mount cover

(Installed on camera)

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW53

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Eyecup F

(Installed on camera)

USB cable

I-USB17

O-ST53

PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/

PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3

Operating Manual

Strap

ME Viewfinder cap

Video cable

I-VC28

AA Alkaline batteries*

(four)

* The batteries packaged with the camera are for checking the camera's

functionality.

Names of Working Parts

Camera

Before Using Your Camera

Lens mount index

Shutter release

button

Main switch

Card cover

Self-Timer lamp/

Remote control receiver

Lens unlock button

3 button

i button

M button

Mirror

AF coupler

Focus mode lever

Lens information contacts

e-dial L/Z

button

Four-way controller

4 button

{ button

Battery cover

Q button

Tripod socket

Built-in flash

Mode dial

Strap lug

Cable switch terminal

USB/Video terminal

DC input terminal

Terminal cover

LCD monitor

K button

Hot shoe

mc button

LCD panel

Diopter adjustment lever

Shake Reduction switch

Card access lamp

Viewfinder

Before Using Your Camera

1600

AF. S

Night Scene

2006

LCD Monitor Indications

The following indicators appear on the LCD monitor depending on the status of the camera.

Before Using Your Camera

LCD monitor

While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial

Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when the camera is powered on or mode dial is turned.

Select Off for [Guide display] in [H Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.105)

192345 678

AF. S

Night Scene

1414: 25

2525// 25 // 2006

060606 2006

:14 25

1110

1600

1 Flash mode

(Active mode appears) (p.54)

2 Drive mode (p.108) 3* AE metering (p.136) 4 AF mode (p.127) 5* AF point switching (p.128) 6* White balance (p.118) 7* Sensitivity (p.121) 8* Shake Reduction mode (p.47) 9 Shooting mode, Scene mode

(p.110)

10* World time warning display (p.171) 11 Date and time (p.170)

* Indicators 3, 5, 6 and 7 only appear

when a setting other than the default setting is selected. 8 only appears when the Shake Reduction function is Off. 10 only appears when World Time is On.

Capture Mode

AF. S

sRGB

ISO

800

2006

Detailed In fo

Use d f or n i g ht s c ene s . Use a tr i p o d , e t c . t o pre v e n t s h a k in g

Night Scene

Detailed In fo

Press the M button in Capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds.

Detailed Information

Detailed Info

AF. S

ISO

800

ISO

800

sRGB

2006

/2525252525252006250606/ 14 : 25/06 /

4040mm

1414: 25

1 AF mode (p.127) 11 Color space (p.123) 2 Mode dial position (p.110) 12 White balance (p.118) 3 AE metering (p.136) 13 Date and time (p.170) 4 Flash mode (p.54) 14 AF point position (p.128) 5* Drive mode (p.108) 15 Saturation (p.117) 6* Auto bracket (p.151) 16 Sharpness (p.117) 7 ISO sensitivity (p.121) 17 Contrast (p.117) 8 Image tone (p.114) 18 Lens focal length 9 Quality level (p.116) 19* Scene mode (p.50)

10 Recorded pixels (p.115) 20 Shake Reduction mode (p.47)

* Indicators 5 and 6 do not appear at the same time. Only one appears at a

time. Indicator 19 is only displayed in Scene mode.

Detailed Info

109

20 1

15 1665432 1787

1811

Before Using Your Camera

Press the four-way controller (p) to view explanation of set Shooting mode.

Explanation of Set Shooting Mode

Detailed Info

Used for night scenes.

Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to

Use a tripod, etc. to prevent shaking

prevent shaking

Night Scene

sRGB

ISO

800

2000

100 - 0 0 01

AF. S

2006

Playback Mode

Every time you press the M button during playback, the camera switches screen displays in the following order: [Standard] Display, [Histogram] Display, [Detailed Information] Display and [No info. Display]

(image only).

Before Using Your Camera

You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the Q button. (p.167)

Detailed Information

100-0001

2000

1 /

20001/ 228.F28.

ISO

800

sRGB

/0606/25252006

/06 /25 2006

1 5.

15.

AF. S

EVEVEV

4040mm

1414: 25

14 : 25

12 13 14 15

1 Captured image 14* Drive mode (p.108) 2 Rotate icon (p.69) 15* Auto bracket (p.151) 3 Image folder number and file

number (p.176, 177)

16 Sharpness (p.117)

17 ISO sensitivity (p.121) 4 Protect icon (p.83) 18 Image tone (p.114) 5 AF mode (p.127) 19 Contrast (p.117) 6 AF point information (p.128) 20 Quality level (p.116) 7 Shutter speed (p.140) 21 Recorded pixels (p.115) 8 Aperture value (p.142) 22 Color space (p.123) 9 EV compensation (p.147) 23 Lens focal length

10 Saturation (p.117) 24 White balance (p.118) 11 Mode dial position (p.110) 25 Captured date and time (p.170) 12 AE metering (p.136) 26* Scene mode (p.50) 13* Flash mode (p.54)

10 16 19

* Indicator 13 only appears for images in which the flash was discharged.

Indicators 14 and 15 do not appear at the same time. Only one appears at a time. Indicator 26 is only displayed in Scene mode.

Histogram Display

100- 0 0 4 6

100-0046

1 Capture quality (Image file type) 2 Image folder number and file number (p.176, p.177) 3 Protect icon (p.83) 4 Histogram (p.167)

• Areas where blooming overexposure occurred blink if [Bright Portion]

warning is set to On in [Plybk dsply mthd] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.167)

• Press the four-way controller (mn) in the histogram display to move the

histogram display position up or down.

Before Using Your Camera

Viewfinder Indications

Before Using Your Camera

12 13

5 6

91011

1514 16

1 AF frame (p.39) 2 Spot metering frame (p.136) 3 AF point (p.128) 4 Flash status (p.54)

Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but not set.

5 Continuous mode (p.127)

Appears when [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to k (Continuous mode).

6 Picture mode icon (p.50)

Icon for Picture mode in use appears. \ (Moving Object), q (Macro), = (Portrait), U (Normal mode in I), . (Night Scene Portrait), s (Landscape)

7 Scene mode icon (p.50)

Appears when taking pictures in Scene mode.

8 Focus indicator (p.44)

Appears when image is focused.

9 Shutter speed (p.140)/Confirm Sensitivity

Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting (underlined when shutter speed can be adjusted with e-dial). The sensitivity is displayed when [OK btn when shooting] is set to [Confirm Sensitivity] and the 4 button is pressed. (p.126)

10 Aperture value (p.142)

Aperture value when capturing or adjusting (underlined when aperture can be adjusted with e-dial).

11 EV compensation (p.147)

Appears when EV compensation is available or in use. Blinks slowly when compensating flash output. Blinks quickly when compensating exposure and flash output. Adjusted value appears where number of recordable images is shown.

12 Number of recordable images/EV compensation

Show the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded pixel setting. Show the number of continuous shooting recordable images. (p.106) EV compensation value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted. (p.139) The difference with the appropriate exposure value appears if exposure mode is a. (p.144)

13 Shake Reduction display (p.47)

Appears during Shake Reduction.

14 Manual focus (p.132)

Appears when focus mode is \.

15 ISO sensitivity warning (p.122)

Appears when warning value is exceeded.

16 AE lock indicator (p.148)

Appears during AE lock.

Before Using Your Camera

• The red indication of the AF point used for autofocus lightens superimposed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. (p.128)

• When [OK btn when shooting] is set to [Confirm Sensitivity] in the [A Custom Setting] menu, press the 4 button to display the sensitivity in the viewfinder. (p.126)

LCD Panel Indications

The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera.

Before Using Your Camera

111065

1 Shutter speed (p.140) 5 AF point information (p.128) 2 Aperture value (p.142) No indicator: Auto 3 Flash mode (p.54) V : Select

b : Built-in flash is ready

(when blinking, flash should be used or incompatible lens is being used)

a :Flash off E : Auto discharge M : Center-weighted

> :

Red-eye reduction flash on

4 Drive mode (p.108)

9 : Single frame shooting 8 White balance (p.118) j : Continuous shooting g : Self-Timer shooting 9 Battery level h : Remote control shooting 10 EV compensation (p.147)

M :Center

6 AE metering (p.136)

No indicator: Multi-segment

metering

N : Spot metering

7 Auto bracketing (p.151)

(Not displayed when set to Auto)

11 Number of recordable images/

EV compensation value/PC (Pb) (PC=Personal Computer (mass storage), Pb=PictBridge)

2 Getting Started

This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.

Attaching the Strap ..............................................24

Inserting the Batteries .........................................25

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card .........29

Turning the Camera On and Off ..........................32

Initial Settings .......................................................33

Attaching the Lens ...............................................37

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ........................39

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap

Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure on the inside of the clasp.

Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure on the inside of the clasp.

Inserting the Batteries

Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.

This camera is packaged with AA alkaline batteries for checking the camera’s functionality but some other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Refer to “Batteries” (p.26) for details on compatible batteries and when to use them.

• CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries that can be used in this camera are not rechargeable.

• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.

• Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The batteries may leak.

• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long while, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.35)

• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the batteries before inserting.

• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands or an old battery with a new one.

Push and hold the battery cover unlock lever as shown in the illustration (1), and slide the battery cover toward the lens (2), and then flip open.

Getting Started

Insert the batteries according to the +/– indicators in the battery chamber.

Press down on the batteries with the battery cover (1) and slide it as shown in the

illustration (2) to close.

Getting Started

• Use the AC adapter (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.28)

• Check the battery orientation if the camera does not operate properly after replacing the batteries.

Be sure to fully close the battery cover. The camera will not turn on if the battery cover is open.

Batteries

You can use four kinds of batteries with your camera. Battery performance differs by type. Please choose the type that best suits your purpose.

CR-V3*

AA Ni-MH rechargeable batteries

AA lithium batteries Recommended in cold climates.

AA alkaline batteries

* CR-V3 batteries have rechargeable and non-rechargeable types. This camera

uses only non-rechargeable CR-V3 batteries.

Nickel manganese batteries and rechargeable CR-V3 batteries may cause malfunctions due to their voltage characteristics. Therefore, use is not recommended.

The CR-V3 is a long-life battery and is convenient when traveling.

These are rechargeable and are economical. A commercially available battery charger that is compatible with the batteries is required.

Provided with the camera. These are easily obtainable when your usual batteries run out but they may not support all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera's functionality.

Battery Level Indicator

You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the { displayed on the LCD panel.

{ lit : Battery is full.

} lit : Battery is running low.

? lit : Battery is almost empty.

? blink : The camera turns off after displaying a message.

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries)

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Batteries

CR-V3

AA lithium batteries

AA rechargeable batteries (NiMH 2500mAh)

AA Alkaline Batteries

The picture storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the others are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.

• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.

• AA alkaline batteries may not support all the camera functions. We do not recommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera's functionality.

• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or when you will be taking a lot of pictures.

(Temperature)

(23°C) 730 630 480 700 minutes ( 0°C) 300 210 180 470 minutes (23°C) 660 570 450 470 minutes ( 0°C) 520 360 310 400 minutes (23°C) 430 300 260 350 minutes

( 0°C) 350 250 200 300 minutes

(23°C) 80 60 40 140 minutes

(0°C)

Normal

recording

Not

applicable

Flash photography

50% use 100% use

Not

applicable

Not

applicable

Playback

time

70 minutes

Using the AC Adapter (Optional)

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We recommend using the AC adapter kit K-AC10 (optional) when using the LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC.

Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the terminal cover.

Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the camera.

Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.

Plug the AC cord into the power outlet.

• Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter.

• Make sure connections are secure between the camera, AC adapter, AC plug cord terminal and the power outlet. SD Memory Card and data will be corrupted if disconnected while camera is recording or reading data.

• Be sure to read the AC adapter kit K-AC10 operating manual when using the AC adapter.

• The rechargeable batteries in your camera will not charge when connected to the AC adapter.

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card

Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (market product).

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while card access lamp is lit.

• Format new SD Memory Card. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. Refer to “Formatting the SD Memory Card” (p.169) for details on formatting.

Slide the card cover in the direction of the arrow (1) and then lift open (2).

Insert the card all the way with the SD Memory Card label toward the LCD monitor.

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Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove.

Close the card cover (1) and then slide it in the direction of the arrow (2).

Be sure to fully close the card cover. The camera will not turn on if the card cover is open.

Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card

• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK protects the existing data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card.

• Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera because the card may be hot.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being

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saved to the card, images are being played back, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB cable. 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 during formatting. The card may be

• damaged beyond use.

• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. PENTAX does 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 card has not been used for a long time. (4) the card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the card is

being recorded or accessed.

• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it 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.

• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

• For information on compatible SD Memory Card, visit the PENTAX website or contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center.

• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. 1Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.169)

• 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. Please note that formatting the SD card will not necessarily delete the data so that it cannot be recovered using off the shelf data recovery software. There are off the shelf secure data deletion software programs available that will completely delete the data. In any case the data on your SD memory card should be managed at your own risk.

Write-protect

switch

Recorded Pixels and Quality Level

Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken. Pictures with larger recorded pixels or more Es are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card) becomes less with larger file sizes. The quality of the captured photo or printed picture depends on the quality level, exposure control, resolution of the printer and a variety of other factors so you do not need to select more than the required number of pixels. For example, to print in postcard size, R (1536×1024) is adequate. Set the appropriate recorded size and quality level depending on purpose.

Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level for images on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

1 Setting the Recorded Pixels (p.115) 1 Setting the Quality Level (p.116)

Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Approximate Image Storage

Capacity

Quality Level

Recorded Pixels

(3008×2008)

(3008×2000) (2400×1600)

(1536×1024)

• The above table shows the approximate image storage capacity and recording time when using a 128 MB SD Memory Card.

• The above figures may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, shooting mode and SD Memory Card, etc.

11 — — — —3470117 —5196161 — 106 173 271

Best

Better

Good

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Turning the Camera On and Off

Move the main switch to [ON] position.

The camera will turn on.

Move the main switch to [OFF] position to turn off the camera.

• Always turn the camera off when not in use.

• The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. After the camera turns off automatically, turn it on again or perform any of the following.

• Press the shutter release button halfway.

• Press the Q button.

• Press the M button.

• By default, the camera is set to power off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity. You can change the setting with [Auto Power Off] on the [H Setup] menu. (p.176)

Initial Settings

The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the Initial Settings screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on.

Setting the Display Language

You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional/simplified) and Japanese.

Press the four-way controller (p).

Initial Settings

English

New York

DST

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Use the four-way controller (mnop) to select the desired language.

The default setting is English.

Press the 4 button.

English Français Deutsch Español Italiano Svenska

Cancel

Nederlands

OKCancel

Press the four-way controller (n).

The cursor moves to [W].

Press the four-way controller (op) to select the city.

Press the four-way controller (n).

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The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time).

Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P (Off).

Press the 4 button.

The screen for setting the date and time will be displayed.

When an Incorrect Language is Set

Follow the procedure below to display the screen for setting the language, and go to Step 2 on p.33 to set the language again.

Turn the camera off and turn it on again.

Press the 3 button.

Press the four-way controller (p) twice.

Press the four-way controller (n) five times.

Press the four-way controller (p) once.

The screen for setting the language will be displayed.

Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time and the display style.

Press the four-way controller (p).

The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy].

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

mm/dd/yy

2006/0101 /

24h

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Time

Use the four-way controller (mn) to choose the date

00 : 00

style.

Press the four-way controller (p).

The frame moves to [24h].

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select 24h (24-hour

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

mm/dd/yy

00 : 00

display) or 12h (12-hour display).

Press the four-way controller (p).

The frame returns to [Date Style].

OKCancel

24h

2006/0101 /

OKCancel

Press the four-way controller (n).

The frame moves to [Date].

Press the four-way controller (p).

The frame moves to the month.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

mm/dd/yy

2006/0101 /

24h

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Time

00 : 00

OKCancel

Use the four-way controller (mn) to set the month.

Set the day and year in the same manner.

Next, set the time.

If you select [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm depending on the time.

Press the 4 button.

The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time with the menu operations, the screen will return to the [H Set-up] menu. Press the 4 button again.

You can cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode during initial settings by pressing the 3 button. In this case, the Initial Settings screen will appear again the next time you turn the camera on.

• When you finish the settings and press the 4 button, the camera clock is reset to 00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when the time signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.

• You can change the language and date and time settings with the menu operations. (p.170, p.174)

Attaching the Lens

All camera exposure modes are available when using DA, D FA, FA J or other lenses with Aperture s (Auto) position. Some functions are restricted when lenses are not set to Aperture s (Auto). Also see “Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]” (p.188). Other lenses and accessories will not be available with factory default settings. To allow shutter release with lenses or accessories not listed above, set [Using aperture ring] in custom function settings. (p.107)

Turn the camera off before attaching or removing the lens to prevent unexpected lens movement.

Check that the camera is off.

Remove the body mount cover (1) and lens mount cover (2).

Be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward to protect from damage to the area around the lens mount after removal.

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Align the red dots on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks.

After attaching, check that the lens is secured. Also check that the red dots of the lens are on top and attachment portion does not move sideways.

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Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward.

To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button ( counterclockwise.

• The body mount cover (1) is a cover to prevent scratches and block dust when shipped. Body Mount Cap K is sold separately and has a lock function.

• We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.

• The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth.

3) and turn the lens

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter

Adjust the viewfinder to suit your eyesight. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways. You can slide the diopter from –2.5m

Look through the viewfinder and point the camera at a welllit scene. Slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right.

Adjust the lever until the AF frame in the viewfinder is focused.

-1

to +1.5m-1.

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AF frame

• The Fo Eyecup is attached to the viewfinder portion when camera leaves the factory. Diopter adjustment is available with the Fo Eyecup attached. However, adjustment is easier with the eyecup removed. To remove the Fo Eyecup, press in one side and pull it out toward you. To attach the Fo Eyecup, align it with the groove on the viewfinder eyepiece and push it into position.

• If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly even if you set the diopter adjustment lever, use the diopter correction lens adapter M. However, the eyecup must be removed to use this adapter. (p.192)

Memo

3 Basic Operations

This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by setting mode dial to Picture mode (Auto Picture or Portrait mode - Flash OFF mode) and Scene mode to ensure successful capturing.

For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward.

Basic Shooting Operation ...................................42

Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction

Function ................................................................47

Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for

Scenes ...................................................................50

Using a Zoom Lens ..............................................53

Using the Built-in Flash .......................................54

Other Shooting Modes .........................................58

Playing Back Still Pictures ..................................68

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment .........75

Processing Images with Filters ...........................76

Deleting Images ....................................................79

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ...................85

Printing Using PictBridge ....................................88

Basic Shooting Operation

Holding the Camera

How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures.

• Hold the camera firmly with both hands.

• Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture.

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Horizontal position Vertical position

• To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object such as a table, tree, or wall.

• Although there are individual differences among photographers, the shutter speed for a handheld camera is generally 1/(focal length ×1.5). For example, it is 1/75 of a second for a focal length of 50 mm and 1/150 of a second for 100 mm. Use a tripod or the Shake Reduction function (p.47) when using a lower shutter speed.

• When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake.

• Do not use the Shake Reduction function when using the camera on a tripod.

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings

How to set the camera so it will choose the optimum settings based on the subject lighting, distance and motion.

Set the mode dial to I.

The camera will select the optimal capturing mode for the subject.

1 Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes (p.50)

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Set the focus mode lever to =.

Autofocus mode is set. (p.124)

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Look through the viewfinder to view the subject.

A zoom lens can be used to change the size of the subject in the viewfinder.

1 Using a Zoom Lens (p.53)

Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway.

The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus.

The flash pops up automatically when necessary (manually lift the flash when Flash mode is not set to [Auto]).

1 Operating the shutter release button (p.45)

1 Subjects that are Difficult to Focus on (p.46)

1 Using the Built-in Flash (p.54) 1 Selecting the Focusing Area (AF

Point) (p.128)

Focus indicator

You can preview the image in the LCD monitor and check the composition, exposure, and focus before taking the picture. (p.152)

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Delete

Review captured images on the LCD monitor.

Image displays for 1 second on the LCD monitor after capturing (Instant Review).

You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the i button.

1 Setting the Display Time of the Instant Review (p.177)

1 Deleting Images (p.79) 1 Displaying Bright Portion (p.178) 1 Histogram Display (p.178)

Operating the shutter release button

The shutter release button has two positions.

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Not pressed Pressed halfway

(first position)

Pressed fully

(second position)

Pressing it down halfway (first position) turns on the viewfinder and LCD panel indicators and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it fully (second position) takes the picture.

• Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture to prevent camera shake.

• Practice pressing the shutter release button halfway to learn where the first position is.

• The viewfinder indicators stay on while shutter release button is pressed. The indications stay on for about 10 seconds (default setting) after the button is released. (p.20)

Subjects that are Difficult to Focus on

The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions ((a) to (f) below). These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator ] in the viewfinder. If the subject cannot be focused automatically, set the focus mode lever to \ and use the manual focus mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder. (p.133)

(a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall in the

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focusing area. (b) Subjects which do not reflect much light within the focusing area. (c) Fast moving objects. (d) Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background). (e) If vertical or horizontal line patterns appear within the focusing

area. (f) Multiple subjects in the foreground and background within the

focusing area.

Subject may not be focused even when ] (focus indicator) is displayed when (f) above applies.

Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function

You can easily take sharp pictures using the Shake Reduction function by simply turning on the Shake Reduction switch.

Shake Reduction

The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that easily occurs when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful for taking pictures in situations where camera shake is likely to occur. The Shake Reduction function gives you approximately 2 to 3.5 steps slower shutter speed without the risk of the camera shake. The Shake Reduction function is ideal when taking pictures in the following situations.

• When taking pictures in dimly lit locations, such as indoors, at night, on cloudy days and in the shade

• When taking telephoto pictures

Blurred picture

Picture taken with

the Shake Reduction function

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•

The Shake Reduction function does not compensate for blurring caused by movement of the subject. To take pictures of a moving subject, increase the shutter speed.

•

The Shake Reduction function may not fully reduce camera shake when taking close-up shots. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake Reduction function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod.

• The Shake Reduction function will not fully work when shooting with a slower shutter speed, for example when shooting a moving subject or night scenes. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake Reduction function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod.

Shake Reduction Function and Lens Focal Length

The Shake Reduction function operates by acquiring the lens information such as focal length. If the camera uses a DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens, the lens information is automatically acquired when the Shake Reduction function is activated.

[Focal Length] cannot be set from [Shake Reduction] menu in the [ Mode] (The menu items cannot be selected). If another type of lens is used, the lens information cannot be automatically acquired even when the Shake Reduction function is activated. In this case, the [Shake Reduction] menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Shake Reduction] menu.

Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.49)

Rec.

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Turning On the Shake Reduction Function

Turn on the Shake Reduction switch.

When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, k appears in the viewfinder and the Shake Reduction function turns on.

• If a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length is used (p.47), the [Shake Reduction] menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Shake Reduction] menu. 1 Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.49)

• Turn the Shake Reduction switch off if you will not use the Shake Reduction function.

• The Shake Reduction function will not fully work (for about 2 seconds) right after turning on the camera or restoring from Auto Power Off. Wait for the Shake Reduction function to become stable before gently pressing the shutter release button to take a picture. Press the shutter release button halfway. The camera is ready to take pictures when k appears in the viewfinder.

• Be sure to turn off the Shake Reduction switch when using the camera with a tripod.

• The Shake Reduction function automatically turns off in the following situations. When using self-timer, 2 sec. self-timer, remote control shooting, 3 sec. delay shooting, bulb shooting, or wireless mode with an external flash

Setting the Shake Reduction Function

The [Shake Reduction] menu appears when the camera is turned on with the Shake Reduction switch on and a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length (p.47) is mounted. Use the [Shake Reduction] menu to set the [Focal Length].

• [Focal Length] cannot be set manually on the [Shake Reduction] menu when using a lens that supports automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length because [Focal Length] is set automatically.

• Set [FI with S lens used] on the [A Custom Setting] menu to [Available] to enable the focus indicator when using a screw mount lens. If this is set to [Unavailable], the camera assumes there is no lens attached, and the Shake Reduction function cannot be used.

• When using a lens without the s position on the aperture or with the aperture set to a position other than the s position, set [Using aperture ring] on the [A Custom Setting] menu to [Permitted].

Use the four-way controller (op) to set [Focal Length].

Select from the following 34 focal length values. (The default setting is 35.)

8 101215182024283035

40 43 50 55 65 70 77 85 100 120 135 150 180 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 700 800

Shake Reduction

Focal Length

100

120

Cancel

135

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• If the focal length for your lens is not listed above, select the value closest to the actual focal length.

• When using a zoom lens, select the actual focal length at the zoom setting in the same manner.

• Effect of Shake Reduction is influenced by the shooting distance as well as focal length information. The Shake Reduction function may not perform as expected when shooting at close ranges.

Press the 4 button.

The camera is ready to take a picture.

To change the [Focal Length] setting, use [Shake Reduction] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)

Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes

The camera selects and sets the optimum mode when I (Auto Picture) on the mode dial is set to the dial indicator.

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Dial indicator

Select = (Portrait), s (Landscape), q (Macro), \ (Moving Object), . (Night Scene Portrait), a (Flash OFF), H (Scene) with the mode dial if desired image is not captured in Auto Picture mode. The modes are as follows.

Selects automatically from Portrait, Landscape,

I (Auto Picture)

= (Portrait)

s (Landscape)

q (Macro)

\ (Moving Object)

. (Night Scene Portrait)

a (Flash OFF)

H (Scene)

Macro, and Moving Object modes. Lets you take pictures with standard settings (Normal mode) when there is no optimal shooting mode.

Optimal for capturing portraits.

Deepens the focus range, emphasizes contour and saturation of trees and the sky, and produces a bright image.

Lets you take vibrant pictures of flowers and other small subjects at short distances.

Lets you take sharp pictures of a quickly moving subject, such as at a sporting event.

Lets you capture people against a night view or dusk.

The built-in flash is deactivated. Other settings are the same as the Normal mode in I.

Lets you select from 8 shooting scenes depending on the shooting conditions.

For . (Night Scene Portrait), the shutter speed becomes slower in dark places, even if the built-in flash is used. To prevent camera shake, either use the Shake Reduction function or mount the camera on a tripod.

Selecting the Shooting Scene

AUTO

Exit

By setting the H (Scene) icon to the dial indicator, you can choose from the following 8 shooting scenes.

A (Night Scene)

i (Surf & Snow)

B (Text)

K (Sunset)

C (Kids)

E (Pet)

D (Candlelight)

E (Museum)

The flash is deactivated in A (Night Scene), K (Sunset), D (Candlelight) and E (Museum) modes. To prevent camera shake, either use the Shake Reduction function or mount the camera on a tripod.

Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent shaking.

For capturing images of dazzling backgrounds, such as snowy mountains.

Lets you take clear pictures of text or writing.

For capturing the sunrise or sunset in beautiful colors.

For capturing moving kids. Reproduces healthy and bright skin tone.

For capturing moving pets.

For capturing scenes in candlelight.

For capturing images in places where a flash is prohibited.

How to Select a Shooting Scene

Set the mode dial to H (Scene).

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears. The icon for the currently selected shooting scene appears in the Fn menu screen in H (Scene) mode.

AUTO

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Exit

Used f o r n i g h t sce n e s . Use a t r i p o d , etc. t o prev e n t s h a k i n g.

For capt ur in g moving pets

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Press the 4 button.

The mode palette appears.

Use the four-way controller (mnop) to choose a Scene mode.

Night Scene

Used for night scenes.

Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to

Use a tripod, etc. to prevent shaking.

prevent shaking.

Pet

OKOKOK

If Pet mode is selected, you can turn the e-dial to choose a dog or a cat icon.The function is the same, regardless of which icon you choose.

Press the 4 button.

The screen returns to the Fn menu.

Press the { button.

The camera is ready to take a picture.

For capturing moving

For capturing moving pets

pets

OKOKOK

Using a Zoom Lens

Enlarges the subject (telephoto) or captures a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture.

Turn the zoom ring to the right or left.

Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle.

• The smaller the number of the displayed focal length, the wider the angle. The larger the number, the more magnified the image appears.

• Power Zoom functions (Image Size Tracking, Zoom Clip, and Auto Zoom Effect) are not compatible with this camera.

Wide Angle Telephoto

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AUTO

Exit

Using the Built-in Flash

Use the following procedures to take a picture in low light or backlit conditions or when you want to manually use the built-in flash. The built-in flash is optimum at about 0.7 m to 4 m from the subject. Exposure will not be properly controlled and vignetting may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and set sensitivity (p.156)).

Compatibility of built-in flash and lens

Vignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may

occur depending on the lens being used and the capture conditions. We

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recommend taking a test shot to confirm this. 1 DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash (p.158)

• When using the built-in flash, remove the lens hood before shooting.

• The built-in flash fully discharges for lenses without a function to set

aperture lens ring to s (Auto).

Camera automatically determines surrounding light and built-in flash pops up. The flash pops up and discharges

Auto discharge

Manual discharge

Auto flash+Redeye

reduct

Manl flash+Redeye

reduct

automatically when necessary, such as when using a shutter speed likely to cause camera shake or in backlit conditions. (The flash may pop up but may not discharge if the camera determines that the flash is not necessary.)

Discharges flash manually. Flash discharges when popped up, does not discharge when retracted.

Lights a red-eye reduction light before automatic flash.

Discharges flash manually. Lights a red-eye reduction light before manual flash.

Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) is used regardless of flash mode settings if the K button is pressed to pop up the flash manually.

Selecting Flash Mode

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

AUTO

Exit

Auto dis ch ar ge

Flash Mo de

Press the four-way controller (n).

Flash Mode

The Flash options screen appears.

When the mode dial is set to e, b, c, a or p, g and i appear gray and cannot be selected.

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose a flash mode.

Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to the Fn menu screen.

Press the { button.

The camera is ready to take a picture.

Flash Mode

Auto discharge

Using Auto Discharge g, i (Automatic Flash Popup)

Set the mode dial to H, I, =, q, or ..

OKOKOK

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The flash is deactivated when A (Night Scene), K (Sunset), D (Candlelight) or E (Museum) is selected in H (Scene) mode.

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The built-in flash pops up if necessary and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, b appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder. (p.17, p.20, p.22)

Switch between Auto discharge mode and Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) by pressing the K button while the built-in flash is popped up. If Auto discharge is set, E appears on the LCD panel.

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Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration to retract the flash.

Using Manual Discharge (Flash ON) h,

Press the K button.

The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) is used regardless of flash mode settings. When the flash is fully charged, h appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder. (p.17, p.20, p.22)

When Flash mode is set to g or i and you pop up the built-in flash, you can switch between Auto discharge mode and Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) by pressing the K button under the following conditions.

• Shooting mode is set to I, =, s, q, \, or ..

• H mode is set to i, B, C, or E.

Press the shutter release button fully.

The flash discharges and the picture is taken.

Push the flash down to retract.

Using Red-eye Reduction Flash

“Red-eye” is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils are dilated in dark environments. This phenomenon cannot be averted but the following measures can be used to combat it.

• Brighten the surroundings when shooting.

• Set to wide angle and shoot from closer if a zoom lens is in use.

• Use a flash that supports red-eye reduction.

• Position the flash as far away from the camera as possible when using an external flash.

The red-eye reduction function on this camera reduces red-eye by discharging the flash twice. With the red-eye reduction function, the pre-flash is discharged just before the shutter is released. This reduces pupil dilation. The main flash is then discharged while the pupils are smaller, reducing the red-eye effect. To use the red-eye reduction function, set i (Red-eye reduction auto flash) in Picture mode or j (Red-eye reduction manual flash) in other modes for Flash mode.

Daylight-Sync Shooting

In daylight conditions, the flash will eliminate shadows when a portrait picture is taken with a person’s face cast in shadow. Use of the flash in this way is called Daylight-Sync Shooting. Flash is discharged manually when shooting with Daylight-Sync Shooting.

Taking pictures (Auto Picture)

1 Confirm that the flash has popped up and the flash mode is set to h

(Manual discharge). (p.56) 2 Confirm that the flash is fully charged. 3 Take the picture.

Basic Operations

The picture may be overexposed if the background is too bright.

Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync

AUTO

Exit

Other Shooting Modes

Continuous Shooting

Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is held down.

Basic Operations

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

AUTO

Exit

Drive Mo de

Single f ra me shooting

Drive Mo de

Continuo us s hooting

Press the four-way controller (m).

The Drive Mode options screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (op) to select j.

Drive Mode

Single frame shooting

Drive Mode

Continuous shooting

Basic Operations

Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to the Fn menu screen.

Press the { button.

The camera is ready to take pictures.

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus.

Basic Operations

Set [No. cnt shtng rcd im] in [Recordable Image No.] of the [A Custom Setting] menu. The number of continuously recordable images (buffer space) appears when shutter is pressed halfway. (p.106)

Press the shutter release button fully.

Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is fully pressed. Take your finger off the shutter release button to stop.

Continuous shooting settings are retained when the power is turned off. Display the Fn menu again and set to 9 (Single frame shooting) to stop Continuous shooting.

• The focus is adjusted each time the shutter is released if the [AF Mode] in the

[A Rec. Mode] is set to l (Single mode). (p.127)

•

Focusing is continuously active when the mode dial is set to e, b, c or a and [AF Mode] in the [ Picture mode is set to

(Pet). Note that the shutter will release even if the focusing is not complete.

• The shutter cannot be released until charging is complete when using the built-in flash. Use a custom function to enable shutter release before the builtin flash is ready. (p.155)

Rec. Mode] is set to

(Moving Object) or H mode is set to C (Kids) or

(Continuous mode), when

Self-Timer Shooting

This camera has two types of self-timers: g and Z.

Shutter will be released after about 12 seconds. Use this mode to

include the photographer in the picture.

A mirror pops up immediately after shutter release button is pressed. Shutter is released after about 2 seconds. Use this mode to avoid

camera shake when the shutter release button is pressed.

Mount the camera onto a tripod.

AUTO

Exit

Drive Mo de

Single f ra me shooting

Press the { button.

Basic Operations

The Fn menu appears.

Press the four-way controller (m).

The Drive Mode options screen appears.

Drive Mode

Single frame shooting

AUTO

Exit

Drive Mo de

Self-Timer (12 s ec s)

Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller (op) to select g or Z.

Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to the Fn menu screen.

Press the { button.

The camera is ready to take pictures.

Drive Mode

Self-Timer (12 secs)

Confirm in the viewfinder that the subject you wish to shoot is in the display and press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus indicator ] appears when the subject is in focus.

Press the shutter release button fully.

For g, the self-timer lamp starts blinking slowly and blinks rapidly 2 seconds before the shutter is released. The beep is heard and the rate increases. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully.

For Z, the shutter will be released about 2 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully.

• The beep can be turned off (p.170).

• Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder. Attach the provided ME viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (p.148). (Ignore the light entering the viewfinder when the exposure mode is set to a (Manual) (p.144).)

• To attach accessories such as the ME Viewfinder Cap, first remove the F Eyecup by pressing in one side and then pulling it out toward you.

Basic Operations

Removing the Eyecup FO Attaching the ME Viewfinder cap

Turn the camera off after shooting.

The next time the power is turned on, self-timer shooting is canceled and returns to single frame shooting.

AUTO

Exit

Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately)

The shutter can be released with the optional remote control unit. You can select from h (remote control) and i (3 sec. delayed release) for remote control shooting.

The shutter will be released immediately after the shutter release button

on the remote control unit is pressed.

When the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed, the

Basic Operations

shutter is released after about 3 seconds.

Mount the camera onto a tripod.

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

AUTO

Exit

Drive Mo de

Remote C on tr ol Unit

Press the four-way controller (m).

The Drive Mode options screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (op) to select h or i.

The self-timer lamp will blink to let you know that the camera is in remote control wait status.

Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to the Fn menu screen.

Drive Mode

Remote Control Unit

Basic Operations

Press the { button.

The camera is ready to take pictures.

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus.

• You cannot focus with the remote control unit in default settings. Focus on the subject first before operating with the remote control. You can set [AF in remote control] to [On] in the custom function. (p.107)

• When using the remote control unit, flash does not pop up automatically even when set to g (Auto discharge). Pop up the flash manually beforehand. (p.56)

Basic Operations

Point the remote control unit towards the front of the camera and press the shutter release button on the remote control.

The operating distance of the remote control unit is about 5 m from the front of the camera. The shutter will be released immediately or approximately 3 seconds after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed depending on the drive mode selected. When the picture is taken, the self-timer lamp lights for 2 seconds and will then resume blinking.

• Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder. Attach the provided ME viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (p.148) (ignore the light entering the viewfinder when the exposure mode is set to a (manual) (p.144)).

• To attach accessories such as the ME Viewfinder Cap, first remove the F Eyecup by pressing in one side and then pulling it out toward you.

Removing the Eyecup FO Attaching the ME Viewfinder cap

• Turn the power off to stop the remote control operation after it has been activated.

• The remote control may not operate in backlit conditions.

• The remote control does not work while the flash is being charged.

• When using the built-in flash, raise the flash into position first.

• The camera automatically returns to single frame shooting after the remote control shooting mode is left unused for 5 minutes.

• The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Contact PENTAX service center to replace the battery (this will involve a fee).

Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake

Use the Mirror Up function if camera shake is evident even when cable switch (optional) or remote control unit (optional) is used. When shooting with the 2 sec. Self-Timer, the mirror pops up and the shutter is released 2 seconds after you press it, thereby avoiding the vibration of the mirror. Follow the procedure below to take a picture with the Mirror Up function.

Mount the camera onto a tripod.

Use the { button and the four-way controller (m) to select Z (2 sec. Self-Timer).

1 Self-Timer Shooting (p.60)

Focus on the subject.

Press the shutter release button fully.

Basic Operations

The mirror pops up and the picture is taken 2 seconds later. AE lock is enabled with the exposure value set immediately before the mirror goes up.

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Playing Back Still Pictures

Playing Back Images

You can play back captured still pictures with the camera.

Use the included “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3” software to play back using a PC. Refer to the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3

Basic Operations

Operating Manual” for details.

Press the Q button after taking a picture.

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Press the four-way controller (op).

o : The previous image appears. p : The next image appears.

Rotating Images

You can rotate images 90° counterclockwise at a time. Make images shot vertically easier to view.

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Press the Q button after

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OKOKOK

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OKOKOK

taking a picture.

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Press the four-way controller (n).

The image is rotated 90° counterclockwise each time the button is pressed.

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Press the 4 button.

Image rotation information is saved.

Basic Operations

Enlarging Playback Images

You can magnify images up to 12 times when displaying.

Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (op) to select an image.

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor.

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Turn the e-dial to the right (toward y).

Image enlarges at each click and can be enlarged to 12 times the original. Turn to the left (toward f) to return.

Press the 4 button to return to the original size.

To return the magnified view of [Histogram] Display, [Detailed Information] Display and [No info. Display] (image only) to its original size, press the 4 button.

To switch to [No info. Display] in magnified view, press the M button. To change the display area, press the four-way controller (mnop) in

magnified view.

The default setting for the first click on the e-dial is 1.2 times. You can change this in [Mag to Strt Zm Plybk] in [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.107)

Nine-Image Display

2 0.×20.×

Basic Operations

You can display nine images on the LCD monitor at the same time.

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Basic Operations

Press the Q button.

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor.

Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f).

Up to nine thumbnail images will be displayed at once. Use the four-way controller (mnop) to select an image. A scroll bar appears at the right of the screen. With an image selected in the bottom row, pressing the fourway controller (n) displays the next nine images.

[?] appears for an image that cannot be displayed.

Frame

Select&Delete

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Scroll bar

Turn the e-dial to the right (towards y) or press the 4 button.

A full screen display of the selected image appears.

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Slideshow

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Exit

You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card successively. To start continuous playback, use the menu screen displayed on the LCD monitor.

Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (op) to select an image to be displayed first.

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Basic Operations

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor.

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

Exit

Start

Press the four-way controller (p).

Basic Operations

Start screen is displayed and slideshow begins.

Press any button to end slideshow.

Press the shutter release button or the Q button, slide the main switch to the preview position (|) or turn the mode dial to change to Capture mode.

Set the display time for slideshow in the [Q Playback] menu. Alternatively, start the slideshow from the [Q Playback] menu. (p.168)

Start

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment

By using the video cable, you can play back images using a TV or other device with a video IN jack as your monitor. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. 1 Selecting the Video Output Format (p.175)

Open the terminal cover and connect the video cable to the USB/Video terminal.

Connect the other end of the video cable to the video IN jack on the AV device.

Basic Operations

Turn the AV device and camera on.

• If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter (optional) is recommended. (p.28)

• For AV equipment with multiple video IN jacks (such as TVs), check the operating manual of the AV device, and select the video IN jack to which the camera is connected.

• Depending on the country or region, images may fail to be played back if the video output format is set different from the one in use there. If this happens, change the video output format setting. (p.175)

• The camera LCD monitor turns off while the camera is connected to the AV device.

Processing Images with Filters

You can edit shot images using digital filters. Processed images are saved under a different name.

• RAW images cannot be processed using the digital filter.

• Additionally, set digital filters from the [Q Playback] menu.

Basic Operations

Digital Filter

B&W Converts to a black and white image.

Sepia

Color

Soft

Slim

Brightness

Adds a vintage touch to photos by converting them to sepia color.

Adds a color filter to the image. Selects from 18 filters (9 colors × 2 tones).

Creates a soft image by lightly fading the entire image. Selects from three levels.

Changes the horizontal and vertical ratio of images. Adjusts height or width up to two times the original size.

Changes the brightness of images. Adjusts in a range of ±8 levels.

Exit

B&W

Color

Press the { button in Playback mode.

The Fn menu appears.

Press the four-way controller (o).

The screen for selecting the filter appears.

Use the four-way controller (op) to select an image.

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select a filter.

Select a filter and preview the effects on the image. Proceed to Step 5 if [Color] is selected. Proceed to Step 7 if [B&W] or [Sepia] is selected.

If [Color] is selected, turn the e-dial to select the filter color.

Select from 18 color filters: 9 basic colors (red, orange, yellow, yellowgreen, green, cyan, blue, indigo and purple) and the same 9 colors with a darker hue.

B&W

Color

Exit

OKOKOK

Basic Operations

Slim

Cancel

Save ima ge a s a new f il e

Basic Operations

Adjust with e-dial if slim filter, soft filter or brightness filter is

Slim

selected.

Turn counterclockwise for wider and clockwise for slimmer if slim filter is selected. Turn counterclockwise to darken and clockwise to brighten if brightness filter is selected. Select softness from three levels if soft filter is selected. Use the four-way controller (op) to select an image. The image appears in the set slimness or softness.

Press the 4 button.

The save confirmation screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (m) to select [Save as].

Save image as a new file

Save as

Cancel

OKOKOK

Press the 4 button.

The filtered image is saved under a different name.

Deleting Images

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Cancel

All imag es

Deleting a Single Image

You can delete one image at a time.

• Deleted images cannot be restored.

• Protected images cannot be deleted.

Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (op) to select an image to delete.

Press the i button.

The Delete screen appears.

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Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller (m) to select [Delete].

Press the 4 button.

The image is deleted.

Delete Cancel

Cancel

All images

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Delete Al l

Cancel

Delete a ll i mages on memor y ca rd?

Deleting All Images

You can delete all saved images at once.

• Deleted images cannot be restored.

• Protected images cannot be deleted.

Press the Q button.

Basic Operations

Press the i button twice.

The Delete All screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (m) to select [Delete All].

Delete all images

on memory card?

Press the 4 button.

All images are deleted.

Delete All

Cancel

OKOKOK

Deleting Selected Images

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(from Nine-Image Display)

You can delete multiple images from the nine-image display at once.

• Deleted images cannot be restored.

• Protected images cannot be deleted.

• Only files in the same folder can be selected at once.

Press the Q button.

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor.

Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f).

Nine thumbnail images appear.

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Basic Operations

Select&Delete

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Cancel

All sele ct ed

images a re d eleted

Basic Operations

Press the i button.

9 appears on the images.

Use the four-way controller (mnop) to move to the images to delete and press the 4 button.

Image is selected and O appears. Press { button to select all images

(the selection of images may take time to complete depending on the number of images).

Press the i button.

Delete

The Delete confirmation screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (m) to select [Select&Delete].

Press the 4 button.

The selected images are deleted.

All selected

images are deleted

Select&Delete

Cancel

OKOKOK

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)

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Unprotec t

All imag es

You can protect images from being accidentally deleted.

Even protected images are deleted if the SD Memory Card is formatted.

Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (op) to select an image.

The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor.

Press the Z button.

The Protect screen appears.

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Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller (m) to select [Protect].

Protect

Unprotect

All images

Press the 4 button.

The selected image is protected.

• Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting.

•The Y symbol is displayed when playing back protected images. (p.19)

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Unprotec t

Protect al l images

Protecting All Images

Press the Q button.

Press the Z button twice.

The Protect all images screen appears.

Basic Operations

Press the four-way controller (m) to select [Protect] and press the 4 button.

Protect all images

All images saved in the SD Memory Card are protected.

Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of the images.

Protect

Unprotect

OKOKOK

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)

Exit

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All imag es

You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the SD Memory Card with recorded images to a store for a printing service. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies or to imprint the date.

DPOF settings cannot be applied to RAW images.

Printing Single Images

Set the following items for each image.

Copies Selects the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies.

Date Specifies whether you want the date inserted on the print or not.

Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (op) to select an image.

Basic Operations

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

Press the four-way controller (m).

The DPOF screen appears.

If DPOF settings have already been made for an image, the previous number of prints and date setting (O (on) or P (off)) will be displayed.

Copies

All images

Date

Exit

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OKAll images

All imag es

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Exit

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose the number of copies and press the four-way controller (n).

The frame moves to [Date].

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose whether to insert the date (O) or not (P).

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O : The date will be imprinted. P : The date will not be imprinted.

Press the 4 button.

The DPOF settings are saved and the camera returns to playback status.

Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo processing lab, the date may not be imprinted on the pictures even if the DPOF setting was made.

To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of copies to [00] in Step 4 and press the 4 button.

Copies

All images

Date

Settings for All Images

Press the { button in Playback mode.

The Fn menu appears.

OKOK

Exit

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All imag es

DPOF set ti ng for all

images

Press the four-way controller (m).

The DPOF screen appears.

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Copies

Date

All images

Press the { button.

The screen for making DPOF settings

DPOF setting for all

for all images appears.

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose the number of

DPOF setting for all

images

Copies

Date

copies and whether to insert the date (O) or not (P).

Refer to Steps 4 and 5 of “Printing Single Images” (p.86) for details of how to make the settings.

Press the 4 button.

The DPOF settings for all the images are saved and the camera returns to playback status.

OKAll images

OKOKOK

Basic Operations

The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all the images. Before printing, check that the number is correct.

Settings for single images are canceled when settings are made for all images.

Printing Using PictBridge

This function lets you print images directly from the camera without using a PC (direct printing). Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer with the included USB cable (I-USB17) to print directly. Select the images you want to print, the number of copies and whether to insert the date or not on the camera after connecting to the printer. Direct printing is performed in the following steps.

Set [Transfer Mode] on camera to [PictBridge] (p.89)

Basic Operations

Connect the camera to the printer (p.90)

Set the printing options (p.85)

Print single images (p.91) Print all images (p.93) Print with DPOF settings (p.95)

• Use of the AC adapter is recommended when connecting the camera to a printer. The printer may not work properly or the image data may be lost if the batteries run out of power while the camera is connected to the printer.

• Do not disconnect the USB cable during data transfer.

• Depending on the type of printer, not all the settings made on the camera (such as print settings and DPOF settings) may be valid.

• A printing error may occur if the selected number of copies exceeds 500.

• Printing an index of images, where multiple images appear on a single sheet, may not be possible unless the printer supports index printing. For index prints, you may need to use a PC.

• RAW images cannot be printed directly. Use a PC to print RAW images.

• See the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” when connecting to a PC.

Setting [Transfer Mode]

Press the 3 button.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

Use the four-way controller (op) to select the [H Set-up] menu.

Basic Operations

Set-up

Format Beep Date Adjust World Time

English

Guide display

Exit

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [Transfer Mode].

Press the four-way controller (p).

A pop-up menu appears.

Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [PictBridge].

Press the 4 button.

The setting is changed.

Press the 3 button.

Brightness Level Video Out Transfer Mode Auto Power Off Folder Name File #

Connecting the Camera to the Printer

Turn the camera off.

Set-up

0 NTSC PC PictBridge PC-F

OKCancel

Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer using the USB cable supplied with the camera.

The PictBridge logo is displayed on PictBridge compatible printers.

Select p ri nt ing mode

Date

Copies

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Date

Print th is i mage

Turn the printer on.

After printer start-up is complete, turn the camera on.

Select printing mode

The PictBridge menu appears.

DPOF AUTOPRINT

PictBridge menu is not displayed if [Transfer Mode] is set to [PC] or [PC-F].

Printing Single Images

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [Print One] on the PictBridge menu.

Select printing mode

Print One

Print All

OKOKOK

Basic Operations

Press the 4 button.

The Print One screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose an image to print.

Print One

Print All

DPOF AUTOPRINT

Print this image

Copies

OKOKOK

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Date

Quality

Paper Type

Paper Si ze

Standard

Std. Std. Std.

Border S ta tu s

Change Setting

Print ac co rd ing

to setti ng s?

Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller (mn) to choose the number of copies.

You can print up to 99 copies.

Use the { button to choose whether to insert the date (O) or not (P).

O : The date will be printed. P : The date will not be printed.

Press the 4 button.

Print according

The print settings confirmation screen appears.

Proceed to Step 12 to print the images by default.

To change the print settings, go to Step

Press the { button.

The screen for changing print settings appears.

Print according

to settings?

Paper Size

Paper Size Standard Paper Type

Paper Type Quality

Quality Border Status

Border Status

Change Setting

PictBridge

Paper Size Paper Type Quality

Border Status

Standard

Std.

Std. Std.

Std.

Standard

Std. Std. Std.

OKCancel

Select [Paper Size] and press the four-way controller (p).

The Paper Size screen appears.

Use the four-way controller (mnop) to choose the paper size.

You can only choose a size that is supported by your printer.

When the [Paper Size] is set to [Standard], images are printed according to the printer settings.

Paper Size

Standard Card L 100×150 Postcard 4”×6”

2L 8”×10” A4 Letter 11”×17” A3

OKCancel

Select p ri nt ing mode

Press the 4 button.

Repeat Steps 8 to 10 to set [Paper Type], [Quality] and [Border Status].

The print settings change screen appears after each item has been set.

When [Std.] is selected for these print settings, images are printed according to the printer settings.

[Paper Type] with more Es supports higher quality paper. [Quality] with more Es indicates higher print quality.

Press the 4 button twice.

The image is printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing.

Printing All Images

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [Print All] on the PictBridge menu.

Select printing mode

Basic Operations

Press the 4 button.

The Print all images screen appears.

Print One

Print All

DPOF AUTOPRINT

OKOKOK

Date

Copies

Tota l

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Date

Print al l im ages

Choose the number of copies and whether to imprint the date or not.

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Print all images

Basic Operations

The number of copies and the date setting that you choose apply to all of

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Tot a l

the images.

Refer to Steps 4 and 5 of “Printing Single Images” (p.92) for details on how to make the settings.

Press the 4 button.

The print settings confirmation screen appears.

Refer to Steps 7 and 11 of “Printing Single Images” (p.92 and 93) for details on how to change the settings.

Press the 4 button on the print settings confirmation screen.

All the images are printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing.

Date

Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings

Date

Copies

Tota l

Print w/ DP OF settings

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT] on the PictBridge menu.

Press the 4 button.

The Print w/DPOF settings screen appears. Use the four-way controller (op) to check the number of copies for each image, whether the date is imprinted or not, and total number of copies. Print settings are set with the Print Service. (p.85)

Press the 4 button.

The print settings confirmation screen appears.

Refer to Steps 7 and 11 of “Printing Single Images” (p.92 and 93) for details on how to change the settings.

Press the 4 button on the print settings confirmation

Print w/DPOF settings

Copies

Tot a l

screen.

The images are printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing.

Disconnecting the USB Cable

Date

Basic Operations

Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer when you have finished printing.

Turn off the camera.

Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer.

Memo

4 Menu Reference

Explains the functions of q by buttons and menus.

Using the Button Functions ................................98

Using the Menu ...................................................102

Using the Fn Menu .............................................108

Using the Mode Dial ...........................................110

When using menus and Fn menu, items which cannot be changed due to camera settings appear gray and cannot be selected.

Using the Button Functions

Capture Mode

Functions of buttons used during shooting are noted.

Menu Reference

1 Shutter release button

2 Main switch

6 7

8 9

Press to capture images. (p.45)

Move to turn the power on/off (p.32) or to preview (p.152).

a b

c d

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Pentax K100D User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

ABOUT THE CAMERA

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE

Care to be Taken During Handling

Contents

Composition of the Operating Manual

Checking the Contents of the Package

Names of Working Parts

Camera

LCD Monitor Indications

Viewfinder Indications

LCD Panel Indications

2 Getting Started

Attaching the Strap

Inserting the Batteries

Batteries

Battery Level Indicator

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries)

Using the AC Adapter (Optional)

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card

Recorded Pixels and Quality Level

Turning the Camera On and Off

Initial Settings

Setting the Display Language

Setting the Date and Time

Attaching the Lens

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter

3 Basic Operations

Basic Shooting Operation

Holding the Camera

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings

Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function

Turning On the Shake Reduction Function

Setting the Shake Reduction Function

Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes

Selecting the Shooting Scene

Using a Zoom Lens

Using the Built-in Flash

Other Shooting Modes

Continuous Shooting

Self-Timer Shooting

Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately)

Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake

Playing Back Still Pictures

Playing Back Images

Enlarging Playback Images

Nine-Image Display

Slideshow

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment

Processing Images with Filters

Deleting Images

Deleting a Single Image

Deleting All Images

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)

Printing Single Images

Settings for All Images

Printing Using PictBridge

Setting [Transfer Mode]

Connecting the Camera to the Printer

Printing Single Images

Printing All Images

Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings

Disconnecting the USB Cable

4 Menu Reference

Using the Button Functions

Capture Mode