Pentax K20D User Manual

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

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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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Contents

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 F

(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

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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)

2345 6

16 15

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

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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)

USER

1/2000

1/2000 F2.8

F2.8

ISO

10000K

10000K G2 A1

RAW+

AUTO

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200-1600

AF.C

400

1.0

AdobeRGB

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AMAMAM

± 0±0 ± 0±0 ± 0±0 ± 0±0

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)/

Multi-exposure (p.103)

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

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

(p.136)

30 World Time (p.221)

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

32 Battery power (p.38)

2345

15 16

18 27

17 19

21 22

30 31 32

13 14

25 26

2423

(p.154)

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Detailed information display (p.2)

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RAW 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+

Enable AF

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Playback Mode

RAW+

ISO

10000K

AdobeR GB

200

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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

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1/1200 F2.8

F2.8 ISO

200

ISO RAW+

RAW+

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± 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

Before Using Your Camera

19 2013 14

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

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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)

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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.

LCD Panel

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

Before Using Your Camera

7 8 9 12 11

13104

1 Shutter speed (p.76) 6 Auto bracket (p.129) 2 Aperture (p.77) 3 Flash mode (p.60)

: Built-in flash is ready

(when blinking, flash should be used)

: Red-eye reduction flash on : Auto discharge

: Slow-speed sync

: Wireless

4 Drive mode (p.75)

: Single frame shooting

: Continuous shooting

: Self-timer shooting : Remote control shooting

5 EV bar (p.94, p.100) (PC: Personal Computer (mass

(blinks when Exposure Bracket and Extended Bracket are both set)

Flash exposure compensation (p.136)

8 EV compensation (p.100) 9 Battery level

10 White balance (p.160)

(Not displayed when set to Auto)

: White balance correction

11 Sensitivity display

Appears when sensitivity is displayed.

12 1

13 Recordable image no./

14 Multi-exposure (p.103)

: RAW capture

: RAW+JPEG capture

EV compensation/PC (Pb)

storage), Pb: PictBridge)

Press the m button to illuminate the LCD panel. You can set it to not illuminate in [27. Illuminate LCD panel] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

How to Operate the Menu

This section explains operation methods for [A Rec. Mode] menu, [Q Playback] menu, [R Set-up] menu and [A Custom Setting] menu.

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Displaying the Menu screen

Press the 3 button in Capture mode.

The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears on the monitor.

Rec. Mode

JPEG Rec. Pixels JPEG Quality File Format RAW file format Extended Bracket Multi-exposure

Exit

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1/2

Press the four-way controller (5).

The [Q Playback] menu, [R Set-up] menu and [A Custom Setting] menu appear in order each time the four-way controller is pressed. (The screen for the [R Set-up] menu is shown on the right.)

Set-up

USER Format Beep Date Adjust World Time

Exit

EnglishLanguage

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Selecting and Setting a Menu Item

Procedure to set the [JPEG Quality] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu is explained as an example.

Use the four-way controller (23) to choose an item.

Turn the front e-dial to navigate the menu a page at a time.

Press the four-way controller (5).

Quality levels available when recording in JPEG format are displayed.

Press the four-way controller ( move to the pop-up menu if there is one.

When the quality level is changed, the number of recordable images at that quality

) to

Rec. Mode

JPEG Rec. Pixels JPEG Quality File Format RAW file format Extended Bracket Multi-exposure

Exit

JPEG Rec. Pixels JPEG Quality File Format RAW file format Extended Bracket Multi-exposure

Cancel

level appears at the top right of the screen.

Use the four-way controller (23) to select a setting.

Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to the menu screen. Next, set other items. Press the 3 button to return to Capture or Playback mode.

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Even after you press the 3 button and close the menu screen, your settings will not be saved if the camera is turned off improperly (such as by removing the battery while the camera is on).

•

You can use the front e-dial to display the previous/next page and the rear e-dial to switch among the [ and [

Custom Setting] menu when no pop-up menu is displayed.

• If the 3 button is pressed in Capture mode, the [A Rec. Mode] menu appears. If the 3 button is pressed in Playback mode, the [Q Playback] menu appears.

Rec. Mode] menu, the [QPlayback] menu, [RSet-up] menu,

Using the Mode Dial

Dial indicator

Before Using Your Camera

You can switch the Exposure mode by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator.

Item Function Page

A (USER) Lets you capture images with settings that you set. p.133

Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the

B (Green)

e (Hyperprogram)

K (Sensitivity Priority)

b (Shutter Priority)

c (Aperture Priority)

L (Shutter & Aperture Priority)

a (Hyper-manual)

p (Bulb)

M (Flash X-sync speed)

proper exposure according to Program line when taking pictures.

Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to Program line when taking pictures. You can use the front and rear edials to easily switch between shutter priority and aperture priority.

Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to the set sensitivity.

Lets you set the desired shutter speed to freeze or emphasize subject movement.

Set aperture for controlling the depth of field. p.89

Automatically sets the sensitivity so that the selected shutter speed and aperture will give the proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject.

Lets you set shutter speed and aperture to capture the picture with creative intent.

Lets you capture images that require slow shutter speeds such as fireworks and night scenes.

The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 seconds. Use this when using an External flash that does not automatically change the shutter speed.

p.83

p.84

p.85

p.87

p.91

p.93

p.96

p.97

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 ..............................................34

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

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

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

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

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

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

Attaching the Strap

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

Getting Started

clasp.

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

Using the Battery

Insert the battery into the camera. Use only a D-LI50 battery.

Charging the Battery

Battery charger D-BC50

Battery D-LI50

AC plug cord

Indicator lamp

When using the battery for the first time, or when the battery has not been used in a long time, or when [Battery depleted] appears, recharge the battery.

Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)”

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Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.

Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

Face the S mark on the exclusive battery up and insert it into the battery charger.

The indicator lamp is lit red during charging.

The indicator lamp turns off when the battery is fully charged.

When the battery is fully charged, remove the battery from the battery charger.

• Do not use the provided battery charger to charge batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI50. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.

• If the battery is correctly oriented and inserted into the battery charger but the indicator lamp is not lit, the battery is faulty. Install a new battery in the camera.

• The maximum charging time is approximately 180 minutes. Charge in a

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location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C. (Charge time depends on temperature and remaining battery power.)

• If usage time is reduced even when properly charged, the battery has reached the end of its usage span. Install a new battery in the camera.

Inserting/Removing the Battery

When using the battery for the first time, charge the battery and insert it into the camera.

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

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

• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert a new battery after a long time, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.48)

• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may cause camera breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.

• Be careful as the camera or battery may become hot when the camera is used continuously for a long period of time.

Open the battery cover.

Lift the battery cover unlock lever, turn towards OPEN (1) to unlock, and then pull the cover open (2).

Face the S mark on the battery towards the monitor, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (1) and insert the battery.

Insert until the battery locks.

To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (1) with your hand. The battery pops out slightly. Remove it.

Close the battery cover (1) and turn the battery cover unlock lever towards CLOSE

Battery lock lever

(2) to lock.

Stow the battery cover unlock lever when finished closing.

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Use the AC adapter D-AC50 (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.39)

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.

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? lit : Battery is almost empty.

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

• } may appear even when the battery level is sufficient if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting consecutively. Turn the camera off and on again. If { appears, you can use the camera.

• { does not appear on the LCD panel when using the AC adapter.

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (Exclusive Battery Fully Charged)

Battery

D-LI50

The picture storage capacity (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.

(Temperature)

(23°C) 740 530 420 330 minutes

( 0°C) 700 430 320 300 minutes

Normal

recording

Flash photography

50% use 100% use

Playback

time

• 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.

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

• If usage time is reduced even when properly charged, the battery has reached the end of its usage span. Install a new battery in the camera.

Using the AC Adapter (Optional)

1 2

We recommend using the AC adapter D-AC50 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC.

Make sure the camera is turned off and open the terminal cover.

Face the S mark on the DC terminal of the AC adapter towards the S mark on the camera, and connect the DC terminal to the DC input terminal of the camera.

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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 D-AC50 operating manual when using the AC adapter.

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

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card

This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card. (Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) 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 the card access lamp is lit.

• Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or

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has been used on other cameras or digital devices. Refer to “Formatting the SD Memory Card” (p.218) for details on formatting.

Lift the card cover unlock lever (1) and turn it towards OPEN (2).

The card cover opens.

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

Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove.

Close the card cover.

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 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 Cards, visit the PENTAX website.

• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards used with other cameras. 1 Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.218)

• Please note that formatting the SD Memory Card will not necessarily delete the data so that it cannot be recovered using off the shelf data recovery software. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information. 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

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Recorded Pixels and Quality Level

When the File Format is JPEG

Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (JPEG 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.

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The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card) decreases 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, i (1824×1216) is adequate. Set the appropriate recorded size and quality level depending on purpose.

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

1Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.156) 1Setting the JPEG Quality Level (p.157)

JPEG Recorded Pixels, JPEG Quality and Approximate Image

Storage Capacity

JPEG Quality

JPEG Rec. Pixels

(4672×3104)

(3872×2592)

(3008×2000)

(1824×1216) 230 368 616 1118

• The above table shows the approximate image storage capacity when using a 512 MB SD Memory Card.

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

When the number of storable images exceeds 500, captured images are divided into folders of 500 images each. However, in Auto Bracket, images will be stored in the same folder until shooting is completed, even if the number of images exceeds 500.

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34 58 105 205 50 84 148 308 88 142 245 457

Best

Better

Good

When the File Format is RAW

With u, you can record in the versatile JPEG format or the high quality and editable RAW format. For RAW file format, you can select the PENTAX original PEF format or general-purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems. On a 512 MB SD Memory Card, you can record up to 20 images in PEF format or DNG format. 1Setting the File Format (p.158)

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Turning the Camera On and Off

Move the main switch to [ON] position.

The camera will turn on.

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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. To reactivate the camera 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 [ menu. (p.233)

Set-up]

Initial Settings

The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [ appears on the monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on. If the Date Adjust screen appears, set the date and time by following the procedure in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.48).

Language/ ] screen

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

mm/dd/yy

2008/0101 /

00 :

24h

OKCancel

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Cancel

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, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional/simplified) and Japanese.

Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired language.

The default setting is English.

OKCancel

Press the 4 button.

The [Initial Setting] screen for the selected language appears.

Press the four-way controller (3) twice and proceed to Step 9 if [Hometown] does not have to be adjusted.

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Press the four-way controller (3).

The cursor moves to W.

Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way

Initial Setting

Language

New York

Text Size Std.

Cancel

English

controller (45) to select the city.

Press the four-way controller (3).

The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time).

Use the four-way controller (

Press the 4 button.

The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen.

) to select O (On) or P (Off).

Press the four-way controller (3).

The cursor moves to [Text Size].

Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select [Std.] or [Large].

Selecting [Large] magnifies the selected menu item.

Press the 4 button twice.

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

In this manual, the menu screens hereafter are described with [Text Size] set to [Std.].

Initial Setting

Language

New York

Text Size Large

Cancel

English

Std.

When an Incorrect Language is Set

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When you mistakenly select a language in the [Language/ ] screen, you can perform the following operations to set the correct language.

Press the 3 button once or twice to display the guides

AF.S

(p.22) on the monitor.

The screen shown on the right is an example of the guides displayed. The displayed screen will vary depending on the selected language.

The guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds. (Capture mode)

Press the 3 button once.

A is displayed in the upper tab. ([A Rec. Mode] menu)

Press the four-way controller (5) twice.

R is displayed in the upper tab. ([R Set-up] menu)

Use the four-way controller (3) to select [Language/ ]

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00 00// :

in the bottom row.

Press the four-way controller (5).

The [Language/ ] screen appears.

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Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired language and press the 4 button.

The [R Set-up] menu for the selected language appears.

Refer to the following pages and set the desired city for [Hometown] and the current date and time as necessary.

• To change Hometown: “Setting the World Time” (p.221)

To change date and time: “Changing the Date and Time and the Display

• Style

”

(p.220)

When [Hometown] and the date and time are not set, the [Initial Setting] or [Date Adjust] screen will be displayed when the camera is turned on again.

Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time and the display style.

Press the four-way controller (5).

Getting Started

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

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

mm/dd/yy

2008/0101 /

00 :

24h

Cancel

Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date style.

Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to [24h].

Use the four-way controller (23) to select 24h (24-hour

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

Cancel

mm/dd/yy

00 :

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

Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame returns to [Date Style].

Press the four-way controller (3).

24h

2008/0101 /

The frame moves to [Date].

Press the four-way controller (5).

The frame moves to the month.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Date

Time

mm/dd/yy

2008/0101 /

00 :

24h

Cancel

Use the four-way controller (23) 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 a picture. If you set the date and time with the menu operations, the screen will return to the [R Set-up] menu. Press the 4 button again.

Pressing the 3 button while adjusting the date cancels the settings made so far and switches the camera to Capture mode. If the power is turned on without the date and time set, the Date Adjust screen is displayed if Initial Setting has been performed. You can also set the date later by menu operations. (p.220)

• 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.220, p.224)

Getting Started

Attaching the Lens

All camera exposure modes are available when using DA, D FA, FA J or other lenses with an Aperture s (Auto) position. Some functions are restricted when lenses are not set to the Aperture s position. Also see “Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring]” (p.251). Other lenses and accessories will not be available with factory default settings. To allow

shutter release with lenses or accessories not listed above, set [36. Using

Getting Started

aperture ring] in the [A Custom Settings] menu. (p.75)

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

Check that the camera is turned 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 the lens mount from damage after removal.

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

After attaching, turn the lens counterclockwise to check that the lens is locked in place.

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

To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button (3) and turn the lens 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. When necessary, clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth.

Getting Started

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 adjust the diopter from approximately –2.5m

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Getting Started

Look through the viewfinder and point the camera at a white wall or other bright and consistent surface. Slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right.

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

to +1.5m-1.

AF frame

•The FP Eyecup is attached to the viewfinder portion when camera leaves the factory. Diopter adjustment is available with the F adjustment is easier with the eyecup removed. To remove the F in one side and pull it out in the direction of the arrow. To attach the F 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.258)

P Eyecup attached. However,

P Eyecup, press

P Eyecup, align it with the

3 Basic Operations

This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by setting mode dial to Green mode (automatic exposure according to the Normal program line) to ensure successful capturing.

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

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

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

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

Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction

Function ................................................................65

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

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

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.65) 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

The u features various Capture modes, Focus modes, and Drive modes suited for your intentions. This section explains how to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button.

Set the mode dial to B.

The Exposure mode changes to B (Green) mode. In B, proper exposure is determined by the camera and the shutter speed and aperture are automatically set. (p.83)

Set the focus mode lever to

The Focus mode changes to l (Autofocus/Single) mode. In l, the lens automatically focuses when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. When the image is focused, the shutter can be released. (p.104)

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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.

1Using a Zoom Lens (p.59)

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 comes into focus.

The flash does not pop up automatically. If the flash is necessary, the flash status E blinks. Press the K button (p.63) to pop up the flash manually.

1Operating the shutter release button (p.57)

1Subjects that are Difficult to Focus on (p.58)

1Using the Built-in Flash (p.60) 1Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)

(p.107)

Focus indicatorFlash

status

You can preview the image in the monitor and check the composition, exposure, and focus before taking the picture. (p.113)

Press the shutter release button fully.

The picture is taken.

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Review the captured image on the monitor.

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

You can magnify the image during Instant Review with the rear e-dial. (p.174)

You can delete the image during Instant

Review by pressing the

1 Setting the Instant Review (p.227) 1 Deleting Images (p.70) 1 Bright/Dark Area Display (p.227) 1 Histogram Display (p.227)

button.

Operating the shutter release button

The shutter release button has two working 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 halfway. The indications stay on for about 10 seconds (default setting) while the exposure metering timer is on after the button is released. (p.27, p.99)

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.111)

(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 repeating 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.

Using a Zoom Lens

Enlarge the subject (telephoto) or capture 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 (Auto Zoom) is available if a Power Zoom compatible FA lens is used with this camera.

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Wide Angle Telephoto

Using the Built-in Flash

If you wish to discharge the flash in a dark or backlit location, press the K button to pop up the flash. Select a flash mode to suit your purpose from the Flash options screen in the Fn menu. You can adjust the flash output with the rear e-dial in any Exposure mode other than Green mode. The built-in flash is optimum at about 0.7 m to 5 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.141)).

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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 recommend taking a test shot to confirm this. 1DA, D FA, FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash (p.142)

• 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).

Auto discharge

Auto flash+

Redeye reduct Flash On Discharges the flash each time.

Flash On+

Red-eye

Slow-speed sync

Slow-speed sync+

Red-eye

Trailing curtain

sync

Wireless Mode

Discharges the flash automatically in dark or backlit locations.

Lights a red-eye reduction light before automatic flash.

Lights a red-eye reduction light before discharging the flash with Flash On.

Sets the shutter speed slower depending on the brightness. Use this when shooting a portrait in front of a sunset or other scenery to capture both the person and background clearly.

Lights a red-eye reduction light before discharging the flash with Slow-speed sync.

Discharges flash immediately before closing the shutter curtain. Capture moving images as if they are leaving a trail behind.

You can synchronize a dedicated external flash (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) without using a sync cord.

When using Slow-speed sync or Slow-speed sync+Red-eye, the shutter speed

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becomes slower depending on the brightness. Use Shake Reduction (p.65) or fix the camera on a tripod to prevent camera shake.

Selecting Flash Mode

Press the { button.

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The Fn menu appears.

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Press the four-way controller (3).

The Flash options screen appears.

Flash Mode

Flash On

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• When the mode dial is set to B, C and D can be selected, when set to b, L, a or p, you can select E, F, k and r, and when set to M, you can select E, F and r. For any other mode, E, F, G, H, I and r can be selected.

• When the mode dial is set to A, the available flash modes vary depending on the settings that have been saved.

Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a flash mode.

When not in B (Green) mode, turn the rear e-dial to perform Flash exposure compensation. (p.136)

Press the 4 button.

The camera is ready to take a picture.

Using Built-in Flash

Press the K button.

The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, E appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder. (p.27, p.29)

Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused.

Press the shutter release button fully.

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The picture is taken.

• When the mode dial is at B, the flash is not discharged when the lighting conditions do not require flash for correction even if the flash is popped up.

• The Flash On is used when the flash is popped up if the mode dial is at a setting other than B.

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

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.

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The red-eye reduction function on this camera reduces red-eye by discharging the flash twice. With the red-eye reduction function, the preflash 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

(Auto flash+Redeye reduct) in Green mode, or

(Slow-speed sync+Red-eye) 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 On is used when shooting with Daylight-Sync Shooting.

(Flash On+Red-eye) or

Taking pictures (Hyper-program)

1 Pop up the flash manually and confirm that the flash mode is set to E

(Flash On). (p.63) 2 Confirm that the flash is fully charged. 3 Take the picture.

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

Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync

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 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 allows you to take pictures at approximately 4 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

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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 [Input Focal Length] menu in the [ Rec. 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 [Input Focal Length] setting menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Input Focal Length] setting menu.

Shake Reduction Function (p.67)

Setting the

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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.

• 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

• If a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length is used (p.65), the [Input Focal Length] menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Input Focal Length] setting menu. 1 Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.67)

• 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.

• Shake Reduction is available with any u compatible PENTAX lens. However, when the aperture ring is set at other than the s (Auto) position or a lens without an s position is used, the camera does not operate unless [36. Using aperture ring] is set to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting] menu (see p.75; see p.30 - p.31 for operation method). Set this beforehand. Note that some functions are restricted when [36. Using aperture ring] is set to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. Refer to “Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring]” (p.251) for details.

Setting the Shake Reduction Function

The [Input Focal Length] setting 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.65) is mounted. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Input Focal Length] setting menu.

• The [Input Focal Length] setting menu does not appear when using a lens that supports automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length because [Focal Length] is set automatically.

• 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 [36. Using aperture ring] on the [A Custom Setting] menu to [Permitted].

Use the four-way controller (45) or the rear e-dial to set [Focal Length].

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

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40 45 50 55 65 70 75 85 100 120

135 150 180 200 250 300 350 400 450 500

550 600 700 800

Input Focal Length

Focal Length

120

135

100

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• If the focal length for your lens is not listed above, select the value closest to the actual focal length (example: [18] for 17 mm and [100] for 105 mm).

• 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 [Input Focal Length] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.72)

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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

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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 monitor.

Press the playback to display information such as the image data for the displayed image.

Refer to p.25 - p.26 for display information details.

button during

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Press the four-way controller (45).

4 : The previous image appears. 5 : The next image appears.

• You can display the next or previous image by turning the front e-dial.

• Refer to “Playback Functions” (p.169) for playback mode details.

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Deleting Images

Deleting a Single Image

You can delete one image at a time.

• Deleted images cannot be restored.

• Protected images cannot be deleted.

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

Press the i button.

The Delete screen appears.

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Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete].

Select the file format to delete for images saved in RAW+ format.

Delete JPEG

Delete RAW

Delete RAW+JPEG

Deletes only the JPEG image.

Deletes only the RAW image.

Deletes both file formats.

Cancel

All images

Delete

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Press the 4 button.

The image is deleted.

When deleting multiple images, refer to “Deleting Multiple Images” (p.185).

4 Shooting Functions

This chapter describes the various basic and advanced shooting functions available with the u.

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

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

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

Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus

Before Shooting .................................................113

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

How to Operate the Shooting Menus

Press the 3 button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears.

[A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items

Perform settings related to capturing in the [A Rec. Mode] menu.

Item Function Page

Exposure Mode

Shooting Functions

JPEG Recorded Pixels

JPEG Quality Sets the image quality for JPEG shooting. p.157

File Format Sets the file format. p.158

RAW file format Sets the file format for RAW shooting. p.158

Extended Bracket Sets Extended Bracket shooting. p.131

Multi-exposure Sets Multi-exposure shooting. p.103

Interval Shooting Sets interval shooting. p.120

Color Space Sets the color space to use. p.167

RAW button Sets the | button function. p.159

Memory

Input Focal Length

Sets the Exposure mode. * Appears only when the mode dial is set to A.

Sets the recording size of images for JPEG shooting.

Sets the settings to save when the power is turned off.

Sets the [Focal Length] when using a lens for which focal length information cannot be acquired.

p.133

p.156

p.236

p.67

[A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items

Set custom functions to fully use the functions of a SLR camera with the Custom Setting Menu. The default setting does not change custom function. The [A Custom Setting] menu settings are activated when [Setting], the first item, is O (On).

Item Function Page

Setting Sets to change custom function. -

1. Program Line Set the type of Program line. p.82

2. EV Steps Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. p.101

3. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. p.78

4. Expand sensitivity

5. Meter Operating Time

6. AE-L with AF locked

7. Link AF Point and AESets whether to link the exposure and AF point in

8. One-Push Bracketing

Auto Bracketing order

10. Auto EV Compensation

11. WB when using flash

12. WB Adjustable Range

13. AF Button Function

Sets whether to increase the upper sensitivity limit to ISO 6400.

Sets the exposure metering time. p.99

Sets whether to lock exposure value when focus is locked.

the focusing area during multi-segment metering.

Sets whether to shoot all frames with one release when using Exposure Bracket.

Sets the order for bracket shooting. p.129

Sets whether to compensate automatically when proper exposure cannot be determined.

Sets whether to fix white balance when flash is discharged.

Sets whether to automatically fine-tune the white balance when specifying the light source on the White Balance setting.

Sets the operation for when the = button is pressed. When set to [Enable AF], AF is performed when the = button is pressed. When set to [Cancel AF], AF is not performed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway while the = button is pressed. When set to [Center AF Point] with j (Select) set on the AF point switching dial, the AF point is set to the center when the = button is pressed.

p.78

p.110

p.99

p.130

p.161

p.107,

p.112

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Item Function Page

14. AF by Press Halfway

15. Superimpose AF Area

16. AF in remote control

17. Slow Shutter Speed NR

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18. High-ISO Noise Reduction

19. Color temp. steps Sets the adjustment steps for color temperature. p.165

20. e-dial in Program Sets the e-dials in e (Hyper-program) mode. -

21. e-dial in K mode

22. e-dial in b mode Sets the e-dials in b (Shutter Priority) mode. -

23. e-dial in c mode Sets the e-dials in c (Aperture Priority) mode. -

24. e-dial in L & a

25. e-dial in p & M

26. Green button in L & a

27. Illuminate LCD panel

28. Release when Charging

29. Flash in Wireless Mode

30. Preview Method

Sets whether to perform AF when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Sets whether to display the selected AF point (focus position) in the viewfinder.

Sets whether to use Autofocus when shooting with remote control. Shutter releases after AF activates if shutter is released from remote control when set to [On]. Shutter cannot be released until in focus. AF does not activate at shutter release from remote control when set to [Off].

Sets whether to allow the camera to select when to reduce noise or to reduce noise only when shooting at slow shutter speeds.

Sets whether to use Noise Reduction when shooting with a high ISO. Select from three levels.

Sets the e-dials in K (Sensitivity Priority) mode. -

Sets the e-dials in L (Shutter and Aperture Priority) mode and a (Hyper-manual) mode.

Sets the e-dials in p (Bulb) mode and M (Flash X-sync speed) mode.

Selects the exposure adjustment method when the Green button is pressed in L (Shutter and Aperture Priority) mode or a (Hyper-manual) mode.

Sets whether to illuminate the LCD panel. p.29

Sets to release shutter while the built-in flash is charging.

Sets the built-in flash discharge method in wireless mode.

Sets Preview Method when the main switch is turned to the preview position (|).

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p.137

p.146

p.113

Item Function Page

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34. Catch-in focus

35. AF Adjustment Performs AF adjustment. p.106

36. Using aperture ring

Reset Custom Function

Sets whether to switch the number of recordable images in the LCD panel and viewfinder to the sensitivity display.

When set to [On], if the focus mode is set to l and a manual focus lens is attached, catch-in focus shooting is possible and the shutter is released automatically when the subject comes into focus.

Sets to enable shutter release when lens aperture ring is set at other than s.

Resets all the settings in the Custom Setting menu to the defaults.

p.112

p.251

p.239

Shooting Fn Menu Setting Items

Shooting Functions

Press the { button in Capture mode. The Fn menu appears.

Press the four-way controller (2345) or the 4 button to set the operation.

Key or Button

Item Function Page

Drive Mode

Flash Mode Adjusts the method of flash discharge. p.61

White Balance

Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity. p.78

Custom Image Sets image processing. p.154

Selects Continuous shooting, Self-timer or Remote control.

Adjusts the color balance to match the type of the light source illuminating the subject.

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p.117, p.122, p.125

p.160

Setting the Exposure

Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed

Correct exposure of the subject is determined by the combination of shutter speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a particular subject. Different combinations produce different effects.

Effect of Shutter Speed

The shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to

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strike the CMOS sensor.

Using slower shutter speed

If the subject is moving, the image will be blurred because the shutter is open longer. It is possible to enhance the effect of motion (rivers, waterfalls, waves, etc.) by intentionally using a slower shutter speed.

Using faster shutter speed

Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow freezing the action of a moving subject. A faster shutter speed also helps preventing camera shake.

Effect of Aperture

Adjust the amount of light hitting the CMOS sensor by changing the aperture.

Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value)

Objects closer and farther than the focused subject will be more out of focus. For instance, if you take a picture of a flower against a landscape with the aperture open, the landscape in front and behind the flower will be blurred, emphasizing only the flower.

Closing the aperture (increase the aperture value)

The range in focus expands forward and backward. For instance, if you take a picture of a flower against a landscape with the aperture narrowed, the landscape in front and behind the flower will be in focus.

Depth of Field

When you focus on a portion of the subject, there is a range in which both objects closer and farther will also be in focus. This focused range is called the depth of field.

• The depth of field for the u differs depending on the lens but

compared to a 35 mm camera, the value is roughly one aperture setting lower (the focused range becomes narrower).

• The wider the wide-angle lens, and the farther away the subject, the deeper the depth of field is (some zoom lenses do not have a scale for depth of field because of their designs).

Depth of field Shallow Deep

Area of focus Narrow Wide

Aperture

Lens focal length

Distance to the subject Near Far

Open Close

(Smaller value) (Larger value)

Longer Shorter

(Telephoto) (Wide-angle)

Shooting Functions

AUTO

S e n s it i vi t y

AUTO

1 0 0 - 40 0

D-Range

O K

800

1600

400

200

100

3200

Setting the Sensitivity

You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set to [AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 100 to 3200. The default setting is [AUTO]. Set [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. (p.75)

AUTO

100

100 200

200 400

400 800

800

1600

1600 3200

3200

Shooting Functions

Sensitivity

AUTO

100-400

D-Range

• [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu cannot be used to set the sensitivity when the

exposure mode is set to K (Sensitivity Priority). Turn the rear e-dial in Capture mode to make the setting. (p.85)

• Settings other than [AUTO] are not available in [Sensitivity] when the

exposure mode is set to L (Shutter & Aperture Priority).

• When the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb), the upper sensitivity limit is ISO

1600.

• The sensitivity range can be expanded to a range of ISO 100 to 6400 when

[4. Expand sensitivity] in the [A Custom Setting] menu is set to [On].

• Noise Reduction is set to [Strong] when shooting with a sensitivity of ISO 3200 or higher, regardless of the [18. High-ISO Noise Reduction] setting (p.80) in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

• Captured images can show more noise if a higher sensitivity is set.

• You can set whether to lock the ISO sensitivity adjustment to increments of 1 EV or to coordinate it with the EV Steps (p.101) in [3. Sensitivity Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO

Set range to automatically correct sensitivity when Sensitivity is set to [AUTO]. The sensitivity is automatically corrected in the range of [ISO 100400] by default.

Turn the front or rear e-dial to set the range in [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu.

Front e-dial Sets the lower sensitivity limit.

Rear e-dial Sets the upper sensitivity limit.

When the exposure mode is set to a (Hyper-manual), p (Bulb) or M (Flash X-

AUTO

S e n s it i vi t y

AUTO

2 0 0 - 40 0

2 0 0 %

D-Range

O K

8 0 0

1 6 0 0

4 0 0

2 0 0

3 2 0 0

sync speed), the sensitivity cannot be set to [AUTO].

Changing the Sensitivity in Capture Mode

Press the 4 button in Capture mode. The set sensitivity is displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder. Turn the front e-dial while pressing the 4 button to change the sensitivity.

• You can set the sensitivity to ISO AUTO by pressing the Green button while pressing the 4 button when the exposure mode is set to e (Hyperprogram), b (Shutter Priority), or c (Aperture Priority).

• You can display the number of recordable images by pressing the 4 button when the exposure mode is set to K (Sensitivity Priority) or L (Shutter and Aperture Priority).

Expanding the Dynamic Range

Dynamic range is the ratio that indicates the light level expressed by the CMOS sensor pixels from bright areas to dark areas. By using the Expand Dynamic Range function, you can expand the light level expressed by the CMOS sensor pixels, making it more difficult for bright areas to occur in the image. Press the { button for the [Sensitivity] setting in the Fn menu to turn this function on or off.

Shooting Functions

AUTO

Sensitivity

AUTO

200-400

AUTO

D-Range

200%

D-Range

200

200 400

400 800

800

1600

1600 3200

3200

When the dynamic range is expanded, the sensitivity range is reduced to ISO 200 to 3200.

Noise Reduction

When you use a digital camera to shoot with a long exposure or high sensitivity setting, image noise (image roughness or unevenness) becomes noticeable. You can reduce image noise by using Noise Reduction. Images shot with Noise Reduction take longer to save. Set in [17. Slow Shutter Speed NR] or [18. High-ISO Noise Reduction] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

Slow Shutter Speed NR

Auto: The camera determines the conditions such as the shutter

speed, sensitivity, and internal temperature, and automatically reduces noise as necessary.

On: Reduces noise only when shooting at slow shutter speeds

Shooting Functions

(under 0.3 seconds).

High-ISO Noise Reduction

Select the level of noise reduction from [Off], [Weakest], [Weak], or [Strong] when shooting with a high-sensitivity setting.

Changing the Exposure Mode

This camera features the following nine exposure modes. Use the mode dial (p.32) to change the exposure mode. The settings available for each exposure mode are as follows.

Exposure

Mode

B (Green)

Description

Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to Program line when taking pictures.

EV Com-

pensation

No No No Yes p.83

Change

Shutter

Speed

Change

Aperture

Sen-

sitivity

Page

Exposure

Mode

e (Hyperprogram)

(Sensitivity Priority)

b (Shutter Priority)

c (Aperture Priority)

(Shutter & Aperture Priority)

(Hypermanual)

p (Bulb)

Description

Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to Program line when taking pictures. You can use the front and rear e-dials to easily switch between shutter priority and aperture priority.

Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to the set sensitivity.

Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects.

Lets you set aperture for controlling the depth of field.

Automatically sets the sensitivity so that the manually set shutter speed and aperture will give the proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject.

Lets you set shutter speed and aperture to capture the picture with creative intent.

Lets you capture images that require slow shutter speeds such as fireworks and night scenes.

EV Com-

pensation

Yes Yes Yes Yes p.84

Yes No No

Yes Yes No Yes p.87

Yes No Yes Yes p.89

Yes Yes Yes

Yes* Yes Yes

No No Yes

Change

Shutter

Speed

Change

Aperture

Sen-

sitivity

Other

than

Auto

only

Other

than

Auto

(up to

ISO

1600)

Other

than

Auto

Page

p.85

p.91

p.93

p.96

Shooting Functions

Exposure

Mode

M (Flash Xsync speed)

* Refer to p.101 for details on EV compensation for a (Hyper-manual) and M (Flash X-sync

speed).

About Program Line

Shooting Functions

In [1. Program Line] in the [A Custom Setting] menu, choose normal

Description

The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 seconds. Use this when using an External flash that does not automatically change the shutter speed.

EV Com-

pensation

Yes* No Yes

Program line or one of the following. In B and e, exposure is regulated according to the set Program line.

Normal Normal program is the basic Program Automatic Exposure.

Hi Speed (Hi-

speed priority)

Depth (Depth-

of-field priority)

MTF (MTF

priority)

Hi-speed priority program is a Program Automatic Exposure that prioritizes high shutter speeds.

Depth-of-field priority program is a Program Automatic Exposure that prioritizes lower aperture.

MTF priority program is a Program Automatic Exposure that prioritizes the best aperture settings for the attached lens and is effective when combined with a DA, D FA, FA, or FA J lens.

Change

Shutter

Speed

Change

Aperture

Sen-

sitivity

Other

than

Auto

Page

p.97

Using the B (Green) Mode

Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to Program line when taking pictures.

Set the mode dial to B.

Confirm the shutter speed and aperture in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel.

Shutter speed, aperture, AE lock, EV compensation, Auto bracket, Multiexposure, and Flash exposure compensation cannot be set in B (Green) mode.

Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

Shooting Functions

Using the e (Hyper-program) Mode

Automatically sets shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure according to Program line when taking pictures. Use the front e-dial and rear e-dial to change the shutter speed and aperture while maintaining the proper exposure (Hyper-program).

Set the mode dial to e.

Shooting Functions

Confirm the shutter speed and aperture in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel.

• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

• You can change the Program line to use. Set in [1. Program Line] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

•

You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.78)

(p.82)

Hyper-program

To change the shutter speed

You can switch to Shutter Priority automatic exposure by turning the front e-dial in e (Hyper-program) mode.

You can only set the shutter speed to a value that will give a correct

• exposure with the aperture range of the lens being used.

• If the brightness changes and the aperture value is outside the relative range, the aperture value will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Press the Green button to return to Hyper-program automatic

• exposure.

To change the aperture

You can switch to Aperture Priority automatic exposure by turning the rear e-dial in e (Hyper-program) mode.

•

You can only set the aperture to a value that will give a correct exposure within the range of available shutter speeds.

•

If the brightness changes and the shutter speed is outside the relative range, the shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

•

Press the Green button to return to Hyper-program automatic exposure.

Using the K (Sensitivity Priority) Mode

You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject. The shutter speed and aperture are automatically set according to the selected sensitivity to obtain the appropriate exposure.

Set the mode dial to K.

Shooting Functions

Turn the rear e-dial and adjust the sensitivity.

The shutter speed, aperture value and sensitivity are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

• You can set the sensitivity to values equivalent to ISO 100 to 3200. [AUTO] is not available.

• Turn the front e-dial while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.100)

•

Set the sensitivity in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [2. EV Steps] in the [

Custom Setting] menu. (p.101)

•

You cannot set the sensitivity in [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu.

•

Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

Using the b (Shutter Priority) Mode

Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects. When taking pictures of a fast moving subject, you can increase the shutter speed to make the subject look still or decrease the shutter speed to have the subject show movement. Aperture value is automatically set to give the appropriate exposure depending on the shutter speed. 1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.76)

Set the mode dial to b.

Turn the front e-dial and adjust the shutter speed.

Shooting Functions

The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

• Turn the front e-dial while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.100)

• Set the shutter speed in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [2. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.101)

• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria.

• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.78)

Shooting Functions

Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the aperture value will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If the subject is too bright, choose a faster shutter speed. If it is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. When the aperture value indication stops blinking, you can take the picture with proper exposure. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.

Using the c (Aperture Priority) Mode

Set aperture for controlling the depth of field. The depth of field is deeper and the front and back of the focused object is clear when aperture is set to a large value. The depth of field is shallower and the front and back of the focused object is blurred when aperture is set to a small value. Shutter speed is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on the aperture value. 1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.76)

Set the mode dial to c.

Turn the rear e-dial and adjust the aperture value.

Shooting Functions

The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

• Turn the front e-dial while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.100)

• Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [2. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.101)

• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria.

• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.78)

Shooting Functions

Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If the subject is too bright, set the aperture smaller (larger number), and when too dark, open the aperture further (smaller number). Once blinking stops, you can take the picture. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.

Using the L (Shutter & Aperture Priority) Mode

You can set both the desired shutter speed and aperture to take the picture. Automatically sets the sensitivity so that the manually set shutter speed and aperture will give the proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject.

Set the mode dial to L.

Turn the front e-dial and adjust the shutter speed.

Shooting Functions

Turn the rear e-dial and adjust the aperture value.

The shutter speed, aperture value and sensitivity are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

• Turn the front e-dial while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.100)

• Set the shutter speed and aperture values in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [2. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.101)

• Settings other than [AUTO] are not available in [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu.

• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

Shooting Functions

Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, the sensitivity display will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Change the shutter speed and aperture. When the indication stops blinking, you can take the picture with proper exposure. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.

About the Green Button

The aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted to the appropriate

exposure at that moment if the Green button is pressed in Aperture Priority) mode. You can choose from the following three adjustment

methods in [26. Green button in

Program Line

b Shift

c Shift

The aperture and shutter speed are adjusted automatically.

The aperture is locked and the shutter speed is adjusted automatically.

The shutter speed is locked and the aperture is adjusted automatically.

& a] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens aperture when lens aperture is not set to the s position. 1 Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring] (p.251)

(Shutter &

Using a (Hyper-manual) Mode

This mode is convenient for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination or taking intentionally underexposed (darker) or over-exposed (brighter) photographs. 1Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.76)

Set the mode dial to a.

Press the Green button.

Automatically switches shutter speed and aperture to the proper exposure.

Turn the front or rear e-dial to change the exposure to your liking and take a picture.

Adjust the shutter speed with the front e-dial and aperture with the rear e-dial.

Shooting Functions

• When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and exposure mode is set to a (Hypermanual) mode, the sensitivity is the lowest sensitivity set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO” (p.78).

• The viewfinder indicator blinks when the difference from appropriate exposure is over ±3.0.

• Set the shutter speed and aperture values in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [2. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.101)

• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.

Shooting Functions

EV Bar

The EV bar appears in the LCD panel and viewfinder in a (Hyper-manual) mode. The appropriate exposure is set when V is in the middle of the EV bar. If it is towards –, it is underexposed. If it is towards +, it is overexposed. If the value exceeds the range of the EV bar, the “+” or “–” blinks.

EV bar

Exposure Warning

If the subject is too bright or too dark, “+” or “–” in the EV bar will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.

Combining with L

Press the L button (p.102) to record the exposure value in Hyper-manual. If the shutter speed or aperture is then changed, the combination of shutter speed and aperture changes while exposure is retained. Example: If the shutter speed is 1/125 sec and aperture is F5.6 and is recorded with the L button, and the shutter speed is changed to 1/30 sec with the front e-dial, the aperture automatically changes to F11.

About the Green Button

The aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted to the appropriate exposure at that moment if the Green button is pressed in a (Hyper-manual) mode. You can choose from the following three adjustment methods in [26. Green button in L & a] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.

Program Line

b Shift

c Shift

Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens aperture when lens aperture is not set to the s position. 1Notes on [36. Using Aperture Ring] (p.251)

The aperture and shutter speed are adjusted automatically.

The aperture is locked and the shutter speed is adjusted automatically.

The shutter speed is locked and the aperture is adjusted automatically.

Shooting Functions

Using the p (Bulb) Mode

This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed.

Set the mode dial to p.

Shooting Functions

• EV compensation, Continuous shooting and Exposure Bracket are not available in p (Bulb) mode.

• The longer the exposure time, the greater noise in the captured image.

• Turn the rear e-dial to adjust the aperture value.

• Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [2. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.101)

• The Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode.

• Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) to prevent camera shake when using p (Bulb) mode. Connect the cable switch to the cable switch terminal (p.17).

• Bulb shooting is available when using the remote control shooting mode (p.125). The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button of the optional remote control is held down.

• When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode, the sensitivity is the lowest sensitivity set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO” (p.78).

• When the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb), the upper sensitivity limit is ISO

1600.

• There is no limit on exposure time for Bulb shooting. However, we recommend using the AC adapter D-AC50 (optional) when shooting with a long exposure setting as the battery is used while the shutter remains open.

Using the M (Flash X-Sync Speed) Mode

The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 seconds. Use this when using an External flash that does not automatically change the shutter speed.

Set the mode dial to M.

• Turn the rear e-dial to adjust the aperture value.

• Press the Green button to retain the shutter speed at 1/180 sec and automatically adjust the aperture.

• When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and exposure mode is set to M (Flash X-sync speed) mode, the sensitivity is the lowest sensitivity set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO” (p.78).

Shooting Functions

Selecting the Metering Method

Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. L (Multi-segment metering), M (Center-weighted metering) or N (Spot metering) mode can be selected. The factory default setting is L (Multi-segment metering).

Multi-segment

Center-

weighted

Spot Metering

Segments the viewfinder in 16 parts, meters each portion and determines the appropriate exposure.

Measures the entire viewfinder with an emphasis on the center and determines the exposure.

Measures only the center of the viewfinder and determines exposure.

Shooting Functions

Set with the metering mode lever. (p.19)

Using the Multi-Segment Metering

The scene in the viewfinder is metered in 16 different zones as shown in the illustration when using the multi-segment metering. Even in backlit locations, this mode automatically determines what level of brightness is in which portion and automatically adjusts exposure.

The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens, or when lens aperture ring is set at other than s. (Can only be used if permission is set in [36. Using aperture ring] (p.75) in the [A Custom Setting] menu.)

Linking AF Point and AE During Multi-Segment Metering

In [7. Link AF Point and AE] (p.73) of the [A Custom Setting] menu, you can link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area during multi-segment metering. The default setting is [Off].

Off Exposure is set separately from AF point.

On Exposure is set in accordance with AF point.

Using the Center-Weighted Metering

Metering is weighted at the center of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by experience, instead of leaving it to the camera. The illustration shows that sensitivity increases as the pattern height increases (center). This mode does not automatically compensate for backlit scenes.

Using the Spot Metering

With spot metering, brightness is measured only within a limited area at the center of the screen as shown in the illustration. You can use this in combination with the AE lock (p.102) when the subject is extremely small and proper exposure is difficult to obtain.

Shooting Functions

Setting the Meter Operating Time

Sets the exposure metering time in [5. Meter Operating Time] (p.73) in the [A Custom Setting] menu. The default setting is [10 sec].

10 sec Sets exposure metering timer to 10 seconds.

3 sec Sets exposure metering timer to 3 seconds.

30 sec Sets exposure metering timer to 30 seconds.

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