Pentax K20D Operating Manual

SLR Digital Camera

Operating Manual

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

Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX u 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 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.50 and p.251.

Regarding copyrights

Images taken using the u 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.

SD logo and SDHC logo are trademarks.

This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe Systems Incorporated.

The DNG logo is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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 monitor is manufactured using extremely high

precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.

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 monitor in this

manual are different from the actual product.

FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY

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 injuries. This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or material losses.

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 a telephoto lens

attached, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes. Viewing the sun directly with a telephoto lens may lead to a loss of eyesight.

• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of children. Placing in mouth may

cause an electrical shock.

• 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 battery 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 battery or dispose of the battery in fire. Do not disassemble

the battery. The battery could explode or catch fire.

• Remove the battery 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.

• Depending on a user's physical condition, some users may experience

itching, break out in a rash or suffer from eczema. If an abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using the camera and seek medical attention.

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE

• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries can

cause a fire or explosion.

• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and – contacts

of the battery. When storing a battery removed from the camera, be sure to attach the included protective cap to avoid shorting.

• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery can cause

explosion or leakage.

• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not

rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes,

wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Do not disassemble or short circuit the battery case. Do not dispose of the

battery in a fire or leave the battery in a place with high temperatures. Doing so may cause the battery to become hot, catch fire or explode.

• Be sure to charge the battery with the specified battery charger.

• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins

to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance.

Avoid storing in high temperatures. If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery's usage span.

• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER USAGE

• Only use the battery charger D-BC50 supplied with the camera. Do not use

the product at a voltage other than the specified voltage. Use with a power source or voltage other than that designed can cause a fire or electrical shock. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V AC.

• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than rechargeable

lithium-ion battery D-LI50. This can cause explosion or a fire or breakdown of the battery charger.

• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical

shock.

• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other

abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX Service Center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric shock.

• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service

Center. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.

• If thunderstorm should be present during use of the battery charger, unplug

the power cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock.

• Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with dust.

This can cause a fire.

• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cord

set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent.

• The AC plug cord supplied with the camera is for exclusive use with the

battery charger D-BC50. Do not use it with any other equipment.

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 mold to grow on the camera. Remove from the case and store in a dry and well-ventilated location.

• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a

cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships.

• The temperature range for camera use is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The monitor may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to

normal as temperatures normalize.

• The monitor 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.41) 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 contact PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the

CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)

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

malfunction.

• Precautions for D-LI50 Battery Usage:

- DO NOT INCINERATE, DISASSEMBLE, SHORT CIRCUIT, DISPOSE OF IN FIRE OR HEAT ABOVE 140°F / 60°C. MAY CAUSE BURST OR BURN.

- USE DESIGNATED CHARGER ONLY.

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.

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FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ...............................................1

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

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

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGER USAGE.........................3

Care to be Taken During Handling .......................................................3

Contents ...............................................................................................6

Composition of the Operating Manual ................................................11

Before Using Your Camera 13

u Camera Characteristics ................................................ 14

Checking the Contents of the Package...................................... 16

Names and Functions of Working Parts .................................... 17

Camera...............................................................................................17

Capture Mode.....................................................................................18

Playback Mode ...................................................................................20

Display Indicators ........................................................................ 22

Monitor................................................................................................22

Viewfinder...........................................................................................27

LCD Panel ..........................................................................................29

How to Operate the Menu............................................................ 30

Using the Mode Dial..................................................................... 32

Getting Started 33

Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 34

Using the Battery ......................................................................... 35

Charging the Battery...........................................................................35

Inserting/Removing the Battery ..........................................................36

Battery Level Indicator........................................................................38

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time

(Exclusive Battery Fully Charged) ......................................................38

Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ........................................................39

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ................................. 40

Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.....................................................42

Turning the Camera On and Off.................................................. 44

Initial Settings .............................................................................. 45

Setting the Display Language.............................................................45

Setting the Date and Time..................................................................48

Attaching the Lens....................................................................... 50

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ............................................... 52

Basic Operations 53

Basic Shooting Operation ........................................................... 54

Holding the Camera............................................................................54

Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ..............................55

Using a Zoom Lens...................................................................... 59

Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................... 60

Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function............. 65

Turning On the Shake Reduction Function.........................................66

Setting the Shake Reduction Function ...............................................67

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

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

Deleting Images ........................................................................... 70

Deleting a Single Image......................................................................70

Shooting Functions 71

How to Operate the Shooting Menus ......................................... 72

[A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items...................................................72

[A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items.............................................73

Shooting Fn Menu Setting Items ........................................................75

Setting the Exposure ................................................................... 76

Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed.................................................76

Setting the Sensitivity .........................................................................78

Changing the Exposure Mode ............................................................80

Selecting the Metering Method...........................................................98

Adjusting the Exposure.....................................................................100

Shooting in Multi-exposure Mode .....................................................103

Focusing ..................................................................................... 104

Using the Autofocus..........................................................................104

Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)............................................107

Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)..........................................................108

Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus).................................110

Using the = Button ........................................................................112

Shooting in Catch-in Focus Mode.....................................................112

Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before

Shooting ..................................................................................... 113

Selecting the Preview Method ..........................................................113

Displaying the Preview .....................................................................114

Continuous Shooting................................................................. 117

Interval Shooting........................................................................ 120

Self-Timer Shooting ................................................................... 122

Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F:

Sold Separately) ......................................................................... 125

Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake ............. 128

Changing the Shooting Conditions Automatically when

Shooting (Auto Bracket)............................................................ 129

Storing User Settings ................................................................ 133

Using the Flash 135

Compensating Flash Output ..................................................... 136

Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash ................................ 137

Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode ....................... 138

Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash ........... 141

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

with the Built-in Flash................................................................ 142

Using an External Flash (Optional) .......................................... 143

Shooting Settings 153

Setting the Image Processing Method in Capture Mode

(Custom Image).......................................................................... 154

Setting the File Format .............................................................. 156

Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels...................................................156

Setting the JPEG Quality Level ........................................................157

Setting the File Format .....................................................................158

Setting the RAW Button Function.....................................................159

Setting the White Balance ................................................................160

Setting the Color Space....................................................................167

Playback Functions 169

How to Operate the Menus During Playback........................... 170

[Q Playback] Menu Setting Items...................................................170

[A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items...........................................170

Playback Fn Menu Setting Items......................................................171

Rotating Images ......................................................................... 172

Enlarging Playback Images ...................................................... 173

Displaying Multiple Images ....................................................... 175

Displaying a Folder .................................................................... 177

Comparing Images..................................................................... 178

Slideshow ................................................................................... 179

Setting the Slideshow Display Interval..............................................181

Changing Playback Display Method ........................................ 182

Deleting Multiple Images ........................................................... 185

Deleting All Images...........................................................................185

Deleting Selected Images (from Multi-image Display)......................186

Deleting a Folder ..............................................................................188

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) .............................. 189

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment............................... 191

Processing Images 193

Processing Images with Digital Filters .................................... 194

Editing RAW Images .................................................................. 197

Editing One RAW Image...................................................................197

Editing All RAW Images....................................................................198

Specifying the Parameters................................................................200

Printing from the Camera 203

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)......................................... 204

Printing Single Images......................................................................204

Settings for All Images......................................................................205

Printing Using PictBridge.......................................................... 207

Setting Transfer Mode......................................................................208

Connecting the Camera to the Printer ..............................................209

Printing Single Images......................................................................210

Printing All Images............................................................................212

Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings........................................213

Disconnecting the USB Cable ..........................................................213

Camera Settings 215

How to Operate the [R Set-up] Menu ...................................... 216

[R Set-up] Menu Setting Items.........................................................216

Formatting the SD Memory Card .............................................. 218

Setting the Beep Setting, Date and Time, and Display

Language .................................................................................... 219

Turning the Beep On and Off............................................................219

Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style .........................220

Setting the World Time.....................................................................221

Setting the Display Language...........................................................224

Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display .......................... 225

Setting the Text Size.........................................................................225

Setting the Guide Display Time ........................................................225

Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor............................................226

Adjusting the Color of the Monitor (LCD Color Tuning)....................226

Setting the Display for Instant Review, Live View and Digital

Preview.............................................................................................227

Setting the Image File Naming Convention ............................. 230

Selecting the Folder Name ...............................................................230

Selecting the File Number Setting ....................................................230

Setting the File Name.......................................................................231

Selecting the Video Output Format and Power Settings........ 233

Selecting the Video Output Format...................................................233

Setting Auto Power Off .....................................................................233

Selecting a Battery............................................................................234

Using Pixel Mapping .................................................................. 235

Selecting Capture Mode Settings to Save in the Camera ...... 236

Resetting to Default Settings 237

Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu........................... 238

Resetting the Custom Function Menu ..................................... 239

Resetting Other Settings ........................................................... 240

Resetting Saved USER Settings ......................................................240

Resetting the File Name...................................................................241

Resetting the Saved AF Adjustment Value.......................................241

Appendix 243

Default Settings.......................................................................... 244

Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 249

Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring] ......................................... 251

Cleaning the CMOS Sensor....................................................... 252

Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor ................................252

Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert)............................252

Removing Dust with a Blower...........................................................254

Optional Accessories ................................................................ 256

Error Messages .......................................................................... 261

Troubleshooting......................................................................... 264

Main Specifications ................................................................... 266

Glossary...................................................................................... 270

Index............................................................................................ 275

WARRANTY POLICY.................................................................. 280

Composition of the Operating Manual

This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

1 Before Using Your Camera

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

2 Getting Started

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

3 Basic Operations

Explains the procedures for taking and playing back still pictures.

4 Shooting Functions

Explains the shooting-related functions.

5 Using the Flash

Explains how to use the built-in flash and the external flash.

6 Shooting Settings

Explains the procedures for configuring image processing and setting the save format.

7 Playback Functions

Explains the procedures for playing back, deleting, and protecting still pictures.

8 Processing Images

Explains the procedures for using image filters and processing pictures taken in RAW format.

9 Printing from the Camera

Explains the procedures for setting the print settings and printing still pictures while directly connected to a printer.

10 Camera Settings

Explains the procedures for changing the camera settings, such as the monitor settings and the image file naming convention.

11 Resetting to Default Settings

Explains the procedure for resetting all settings to their default settings.

12 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.

1 Before Using Your

Camera

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

u Camera Characteristics ........................14

Checking the Contents of the Package ..............16

Names and Functions of Working Parts ............17

Display Indicators ................................................22

How to Operate the Menu ....................................30

Using the Mode Dial .............................................32

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

u Camera Characteristics

• Features a 23.4×15.6 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 14.6 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range.

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

reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with

Before Using Your Camera

minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.

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

• Provides high-speed continuous shooting up to a maximum of approximately 21 frames per second.

• Features a viewfinder similar to that of a conventional 35 mm camera, with a magnification of approximately 0.95 and field of view of approximately 95%, for easier manual focusing. Also features a superimpose function in which the AF points on the viewfinder illuminate red.

• Features a large 2.7-inch monitor with approximately 230,000 dots, a wide viewing angle and brightness and color adjusting function for highprecision viewing performance.

• Features a live view function for shooting while viewing the subject in real-time on the monitor.

• A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the camera. The large text, high-contrast monitor and easy-to-use menus make the camera easier to operate.

• Dials, buttons, body joints, and retractable parts of the camera are splash and dust resistant.

• The CMOS sensor features a special SP coating against dust deposit. The Dust Removal function also shakes the CMOS for removing collected dust.

• Supports the optional Battery Grip D-BG2 with vertical shutter release button. If a battery (D-LI50) is inserted in both the camera and grip, the battery with more power is prioritized. This enables you to get the best camera performance for an extended period. A menu item also allows you to prioritize a battery and use its full power before switching to the other battery.

• Features Custom Image with options such as Fine Sharpness and Filter Effect. These options allow you to make detailed settings, enabling a wider range of expression.

• Records in the versatile JPEG format or the high quality and fully editable RAW format. You can also select JPEG+RAW and record in both formats. Pictures taken in RAW format can be easily processed internally by the camera.

• Features Hyper-program and Hyper-manual modes that let you take pictures with the intended exposure. Also features Sensitivity Priority mode K that automatically adjusts aperture and shutter speed according to the set sensitivity, and Shutter & Aperture Priority mode L that automatically adjusts sensitivity according to the set aperture and shutter speed.

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

Sizes for 35 mm film and CMOS sensor

35 mm film : 36×24 mm u CMOS sensor : 23.4×15.6 mm

Angles of view being equal, must be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of view framing the same

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 u.

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

Example) If 300 mm lens is used with u

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

the focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera

area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by 1.5.

. To obtain an angle of

Before Using Your Camera

Shake Reduction (SR)

Shake Reduction (SR) on the u features a PENTAX original system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds, compensating camera shake. The camera may generate some operating noise when it is shaken, such as when changing the composition of a picture. It is not a malfunction.

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)

Sync socket 2P cap

(Installed on camera)

Video cable

I-VC28

Rechargeable lithium-ion

D-LI50 battery

Eyecup FP

(Installed on camera)

Body mount cover

(Installed on camera)

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW74, S-SW75

Battery charger

D-BC50

ME Viewfinder cap

USB cable

I-USB17

Strap

O-ST53

AC plug cord

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Names and Functions of Working Parts

Camera

Hot shoe

Self-Timer lamp/

Remote control receiver

Mirror

Card cover

Lens mount index

Lens unlock button

Diopter adjustment lever

Built-in Flash

Cable switch

terminal

USB/Video terminal

DC input terminal

Terminal cover

Monitor

Strap lug X-sync socket

AF coupler

Lens information contacts

LCD panel

Viewfinder

Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver

Card cover unlock lever

Card access lamp

Before Using Your Camera

Tripod socket

Battery grip connector

terminal cover

Battery cover unlock lever

Battery cover

Capture Mode

Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during shooting are noted. * The factory default settings are explained here. Depending on the button

or dial, these settings can be changed in the [A Custom Settings] menu

Before Using Your Camera

(p.73).

3 4

0 a

c d

1 Green button

Sets the Exposure mode to Automatic Exposure (p.85, p.92, p.95) and resets the settings (p.101, p.136).

2 Shutter release button

Press to capture images. (p.57)

m l

k j

i h g f e

3 Main switch

Move to turn the power on/off (p.44) or to preview (p.114).

4 Front e-dial

Sets shutter speed and EV compensation values.

5 Lens unlock button

Press to detach lens. (p.51)

6 Focus mode lever

Switches between autofocus mode (k, l) (p.104) and manual focus mode (\) (p.110).

7 | button

Saves JPEG and RAW file by default. (p.158, p.159)

8 K button

Press to pop up the built-in flash. (p.60)

9 Mode dial

Changes the Exposure mode. (p.32)

0 Metering mode lever

Changes the Metering mode. (p.98)

a ] button

Sets Exposure bracket shooting. (p.129)

b 3 button

Displays the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.72). Next, press the four-way controller (5) to display [Q Playback] menu (p.170), [R Set-up] menu (p.216) and [A Custom Setting] menu (p.73).

c M button

Press to show shooting information on the monitor. (p.23)

d Q button

Switches to the Playback mode. (p.68)

e { button

Press to display the Fn menu. (

p.75

)

f Shake Reduction switch

Turns the Shake Reduction function on or off. (p.65)

g 4 button

Saves the setting you selected in the menu.

Press when menu is not displayed to display the currently selected sensitivity in the LCD panel and viewfinder.

h Four-way controller

(2345)

Use this to move cursor or change items in menus and Fn menu.

i AF point switching dial

Sets focus area. (p.107)

j = button

Focuses on the target before metering. (p.104)

k L button

Locks the exposure before shooting. (p.102)

l Rear e-dial

Sets the aperture and sensitivity values.

m m button

Turn the front e-dial while pressing this button to set the EV compensation value. (p.100)

Press to illuminate the LCD panel. (p.29)

Before Using Your Camera

Playback Mode

Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during playback are noted. * The factory default settings are explained here. Depending on the button

or dial, these settings can be changed in the [A Custom Settings] menu

Before Using Your Camera

(p.73).

5 6

7 8

0 a

b c

1 Green button

Press in Enlarged view to increase the magnification. (p.173)

2 Shutter release button

Press halfway to switch to Capture mode.

3 Main switch

Move to turn the camera on and off. (p.44) Set to the | position to switch to Capture mode and preview.

4 Front e-dial

Use it to display the previous or next image during playback (p.69, p.173) or adjust the digital filter (p.194).

5 3 button

Press to display the [Q Playback] menu (p.170). Next, press the four-way controller (45) to display [R Set-up] menu (p.216), [A Custom Setting] menu (p.73) and [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.72).

6 i button

Press to delete images. (p.70)

7 M button

Press to show shooting information on the monitor. (p.25)

8 Q button

Press to switch to Capture mode.

9 m button

Press in Enlarged view to decrease the magnification. (p.173)

0 Z button

Press to protect images from being accidentally erased. (p.189)

a Rear e-dial

Use it to enlarge an image (p.173) or display multiple images at the same time (p.175).

b 4 button

Saves the setting you selected in the menu or playback screen.

c Four-way controller

(2345)

Use it to move cursor or change items in menus, Fn menu and playback screen.

d { button

Press to display the Fn menu. (p.171)

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Display Indicators

Monitor

The following indicators appear

Before Using Your Camera

on the monitor depending on the status of the camera.

Monitor

At Start-up or when Operating the Mode Dial

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

Select Off for [Guide display] in [R Set-up] menu to not show indicators. (p.216)

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2345 6

USER

Shutter & Aperture

Shutter & Aperture Priority Automatic

Priority Automatic Exposure

Exposure

RAW

RAW+

Enable AF

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1600

1312 11

1 Flash mode

(Active mode appears) (p.61)

2 Drive mode/Auto bracket/

Multi-exposure (p.75)

3 AE metering (p.98) 12 Date and time (p.220) 4 Focus mode (p.104) 13 World Time (p.221) 5 AF point position (p.107) 14 Button guide 6 White balance (p.160) 15 Exposure mode 7 Sensitivity (p.78) 16 USER mode

* Indicators 3, 5, 6 and 7 only appear when a setting other than the default

setting is selected. 8 only appears when Shake Reduction is Off. 13 only appears when World Time is On.

8 Shake Reduction (p.65)

9 Exposure mode name (p.32) 10 e-dial guide 11 Battery level

Capture Mode

RAW+

ISO 10000KG2G2A1A1

AdobeR GB

AUTO

AF.C

2 0 0 - 1 60 0

USER

1 / 2 0 0 0

+ 1 . 3

F 2 . 8

1 . 0

4 0 0mmmm

2008

Press the M button in Capture mode to display the capture function settings on the monitor for 30 seconds. Press the four-way controller (23) while displayed to switch to Detailed information display.

Detailed information display (p.1)

1 Exposure mode (p.32) 16 ISO correction in AUTO (p.78) 2 USER mode (p.133) 17 White balance (p.160) 3 AE metering (p.98) 18 GM compensation (p.162) 4 Flash mode (p.61) 19 BA compensation (p.162) 5 Drive mode (p.75) 20 Color Space 6 Exposure bracket (p.129)/

7 Extended bracket (p.131) 23 JPEG quality (p.157) 8 Focus mode (p.104) 24 Shake Reduction (p.65)

9 AF point position (p.107) 25 Image Tone (p.154) 10 Lens focal length (p.65) 26 Saturation/Filter Effect (p.154) 11 Shutter speed (p.76) 27 Hue/Toning (p.154) 12 Aperture (p.77) 28 Contrast (p.154) 13 EV compensation (p.100) 29 Sharpness/Fine Sharpness 14 Flash exposure compensation

15 Sensitivity (p.78) 31 Date and time (p.220)

USER

1/2000

F2.8

ISO

10000K

10000K G2 A1

RAW+

AUTO

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/ 2008

200-1600

AF.C

1.0

AdobeRGB

1010: 39

10 : 39

Multi-exposure (p.103)

(p.136)

400

AMAMAM

± 0±0 ± 0±0 ± 0±0 ± 0±0

2345

15 16

18 27

17 19

21 22

30 31 32

13 14

25 26

2423

21 File format (p.158) 22 JPEG recorded pixels (p.156)

(p.154)

30 World Time (p.221)

32 Battery power (p.38)

Before Using Your Camera

E n a b le A F

P LINE

RAW+

Detailed information display (p.2)

Before Using Your Camera

RAW AF

Enable AF

1 Battery usage condition (p.234)

2 Camera battery power (p.38, p.234)

3 Grip battery power (p.38, p.234)

4 Button guide

5 e-dial guide

RAW+

P LINE

2 3

Playback Mode

RAW+

ISO

10000K

AdobeR GB

200

AF.S

1 0 0 - 0 00 1

1 / 1 2 0 0

+ 1 . 5

F 2 . 8

0 . 5

2 4

2008

Every time you press the

button during playback, the camera switches screen displays in the following order: Standard display, Histogram display, Detailed information display and No information display (image only).

You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the Q button.

Detailed information display

24 25 26 27 21

28 29 30 31 22

1/1200

1/1200 F2.8

F2.8 ISO

200

ISO RAW+

RAW+

14.6

020202022008//02 02/

+1.5

10000K

/ 2008

100-0001

AvAvAv

AF.S

0.5

G2G2A1

AdobeRGB

1010: 39

10 : 39

AMAMAM

± 0±0 ± 0±0 ± 0±0 ± 0±0

1 Rotation information 17 AF point position 2 Captured image 18 Lens focal length 3 Protect 19 Image Tone 4 Exposure mode 20 Saturation/Filter Effect 5 Metering mode 21 Hue/Toning 6 Flash mode 22 Contrast 7 Drive mode 23 Sharpness/Fine Sharpness 8 Shutter speed 24 Sensitivity

9 Shake Reduction 25 White balance/Color temperature 10 Exposure bracket/Multi-exposure 26 GM compensation 11 Extended bracket 27 BA compensation 12 Aperture 28 File format 13 EV compensation 29 JPEG recorded pixels 14 Flash exposure compensation 30 JPEG quality 15 Folder No./File No. 31 Color Space 16 Focus mode 32 Shooting date/time

* Indicators 6 (Flash mode) and 14 (Flash exposure compensation) only appear

for images in which the flash was discharged.

5 6

10 11

16 17

718

19 2013 14

Before Using Your Camera

100- 0 0 0 1

RGB

100- 0 0 0 1

Histogram Display

The u features two histogram displays. The “Brightness histogram” shows the distribution of brightness and the “RGB histogram” shows the distribution of color intensity. Press the four-way controller (23) to switch between “Brightness histogram” and “RGB histogram”.

Before Using Your Camera

100-0001

3 4

124 3

100-0001

RGB

Brightness histogram RGB histogram

1 File Format 6 Switch Brightness histogram/

2 Folder No./File No. of the image

(p.230)

3 Protect icon (p.189) 8 Histogram (G)

4 DPOF settings (p.204) 9 Histogram (B)

5 Histogram (Brightness) (p.182)

* Indicator 4 (DPOF settings) only appears for images with DPOF settings.

Areas where blooming or dark portions blink if [Bright/Dark area] warning is set to On in [Playback display] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.182)

RGB histogram

7 Histogram (R)

Viewfinder

5 6 7

810

1 AF frame (p.52)

2 Spot metering frame (p.98)

3 AF point (p.107)

4 Flash status (p.60)

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

5 Shutter speed (p.76)

Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting (underlined when shutter speed can be adjusted with the front e-dial).

6 Aperture (p.77)

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

7 Focus indicator (p.56)

Appears when image is focused. Blinks when the subject is not in focus.

8 Manual focus (p.110)

Appears when focus mode is \.

9 EV bar (p.94, p.100)

Shows the EV compensation values or difference between the appropriate and current exposure values when Exposure mode is set to a.

13 15 16

141211

Before Using Your Camera

10 File format (p.158)

Displays the image save format in RAW/RAW+ format. Not displayed in JPEG format.

11 EV compensation (p.100)

Appears when EV compensation is available or in use.

12 Flash exposure compensation (p.136)

Before Using Your Camera

Appears when Flash exposure compensation is in use.

13 Sensitivity display

Appears when sensitivity is displayed.

14 AE lock indicator (p.102)

Appears during AE lock.

15 Number of recordable images/EV compensation/Confirm sensitivity

Show the number of recordable images with current file format (p.158), JPEG recorded pixels (p.156) and JPEG quality (p.157). EV compensation value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted (p.100). ISO sensitivity appears if Sensitivity Priority Mode/Shutter & Aperture Priority Mode is set.

16 Shake Reduction (p.65)

Appears during Shake Reduction.

• The AF point in use for autofocus is superimposed in red when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. (p.107)

• When [13. AF Button Function] is set to [Cancel AF] in the [A Custom Setting] menu, press the = button to display \ in the viewfinder.

• When set to a mode other than Sensitivity Priority Mode/Shutter & Aperture Priority Mode, press the 4 button to display the ISO sensitivity in 15. (p.79)

• When set to Sensitivity Priority Mode/Shutter & Aperture Priority Mode, press the 4 button to display the number of recordable images in 15.

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