Pentax K-r Operating Manual
SLR Digital Camera
Operating Manual
For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating
Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX W Digital Camera. Please read this manual
before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions.
Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the
camera’s capabilities.
Lenses you can use
In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J
lenses and lenses that have an s (Auto) position on the aperture ring. To use any other
lens or accessory, see p.56 and p.312.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken with the W that are for anything other than personal enjoyment
cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright
Act. Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on taking
pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items
on display. Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be used
outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the Copyright Act, and care
should be taken here also.
Regarding trademarks
PENTAX, W and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION.
PENTAX Digital Camera Utility and SDM are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and other countries. Windows Vista is either a registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
The DNG logo is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
IrSimple™ and IrSST™ Trademarks are owned by the Infrared Data Association
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.
All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies. However, the TM or ® marks are not used in all cases in this
manual.
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.
To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic
fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the
monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product’s internal circuitry and cause
camera misoperation.
• 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.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the monitor in this
manual are different from the actual ones.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a Windows PC or a
Macintosh hereafter.
• The camera can use either D-LI109 battery or the optional AA battery holder D-BH109
with four AA batteries. In this manual, both the D-LI109 and D-BH109 are referred to
as the battery hereafter.
Except stated above, the generic term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries
used for this camera and its accessories.
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.
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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 loss of property.
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 a risk of electric shock.
• 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.
• 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. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electric
shock.
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• Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn
yourself.
• Do not cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Discoloration may
occur.
• Do not send data via infrared transmission with the infrared port of the camera pointed
at a person’s eyes. Doing so may cause impaired eyesight and other injury.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature
burns when holding such portions for long periods.
• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not
to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or mouth.
• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may
cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera
and get medical attention immediately.
About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for this
product, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger or AC adapter
not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive battery charger or AC adapter with
an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera
breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V AC.
• 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.
Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical 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 and AC plug cord,
unplug the power plug and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause
damage to the equipment, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the power plug if it should become covered with dust. Accumulated dust may
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.
Caution
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so
may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX
Service Center.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is
plugged in.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause equipment
breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the rechargeable
lithium-ion battery D-LI109. Attempting to charge other types of batteries may cause
an explosion or heating, or may damage the battery charger.
About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
Warning
• 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.
Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other batteries may cause an
explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion
or leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and - contacts of the
battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an explosion
or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes, it may
cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI109 Battery Usage:
USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F / 60°C)
About the Usage of AA Batteries
Warning
• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub
them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.
Caution
• When using the optional AA battery holder D-BH109, four AA alkaline, AA lithium or
AA Ni-MH batteries can be used. Do not use batteries other than those specified here.
Using other types of batteries may cause the camera to function poorly, or the
batteries may explode or cause a fire.
• AA alkaline and AA lithium batteries cannot be recharged. Do not disassemble the
batteries. Attempting to charge non-rechargeable batteries or disassembling the
batteries could result in explosion or leakage.
• The batteries should be inserted correctly, observing (+) and (-) marks on the
batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire.
• When replacing the batteries, do not combine different brands, types or capacities.
Also, do not combine old batteries with new ones. Doing so may cause the batteries
to explode or cause a fire.
• Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. Do not disassemble the
batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire.
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• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The batteries
could explode or catch fire. AA batteries for use with this camera other than Ni-MH
batteries cannot be charged.
• If any leakage from the batteries should come in contact with skin or clothes, it may
cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of
the Reach of Small Children
Warning
• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children.
1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally it may cause serious personal injuries.
2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.
3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or SD Memory Cards
from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of small children.
Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed.
Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera
• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing 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 when
traveling). Contents of the recording 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.
About the Battery and Charger
• 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 life.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the battery
charger D-BC109. Do not use it with other devices.
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera
• 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 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 at high temperatures, but will return to normal at
normal temperatures.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid
crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of
the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, and remove 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 the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.
• Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break or
malfunction.
• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using a tripod.
Cleaning Your Camera
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, or benzine.
• 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 a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the CMOS
sensor. (This will involve a fee.)
Storing Your Camera
• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high
temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Remove the
camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Other Precautions
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high
performance.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card” (p.53) regarding the SD
Memory Card.
• Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD
Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted files can
sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. It is the user’s
responsibility to ensure the privacy of such data.
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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. Refer to p.301 for details. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Contents
For Using Your Camera Safely ............................................................ 1
Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................... 4
Contents............................................................................................... 6
Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................... 13
Before Using Your Camera 15
W Camera Characteristics.....................................................16
Checking the Contents of the Package ......................................18
Names and Functions of Working Parts ....................................19
Capture Mode .................................................................................... 20
Playback Mode .................................................................................. 22
Display Indicators.........................................................................24
Monitor ............................................................................................... 24
Viewfinder .......................................................................................... 32
How to Change Function Settings ..............................................34
Using the Direct Keys ........................................................................ 34
Using the Control Panel ..................................................................... 35
Using the Menus ................................................................................ 37
Getting Started 41
Attaching the Strap ......................................................................42
Inserting the Battery.....................................................................43
Using the Lithium-ion Battery ............................................................. 43
Using the AA Batteries....................................................................... 46
Battery Level Indicator ....................................................................... 49
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (Fully
Charged Battery/New AA Batteries) .................................................. 49
Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ....................................................... 50
Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card...................................52
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level .................................................... 54
Attaching a Lens...........................................................................56
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter................................................58
Turning the Camera On and Off ..................................................59
Initial Settings ...............................................................................60
Setting the Display Language ............................................................ 60
Setting the Date and Time ................................................................. 64
Basic Operations 67
Basic Shooting Operation ...........................................................68
Holding the Camera ........................................................................... 68
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings.............................. 69
Using a Zoom Lens ......................................................................74
Using the Built-in Flash ...............................................................75
Setting the Flash Mode ...................................................................... 75
Compensating Flash Output .............................................................. 81
Playing Back Pictures..................................................................82
Playing Back Images ......................................................................... 82
Deleting a Single Image ..................................................................... 84
Shooting Functions 85
How to Operate the Shooting Functions ....................................86
Direct Keys Setting Items................................................................... 86
Rec. Mode Menu Setting Items.......................................................... 87
Custom Setting Menu Setting Items .................................................. 89
Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ...................................91
Picture Modes .................................................................................... 92
H Modes......................................................................................... 93
Exposure Modes ................................................................................ 95
Setting the Exposure....................................................................96
Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed................................................ 96
Setting the Sensitivity......................................................................... 98
Reducing the Image Noise (Noise Reduction) ................................. 100
Changing the Exposure Mode ......................................................... 103
Selecting the Metering Method ........................................................ 114
Adjusting the Exposure .................................................................... 117
Locking the Exposure Before Shooting
(AE Lock) ......................................................................................... 120
Focusing......................................................................................122
Using the Autofocus......................................................................... 122
Setting the AF Mode ........................................................................ 125
AF Fine Adjustment ......................................................................... 128
Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) ........................................... 129
Locking the Focus (Focus Lock) ...................................................... 132
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) ................................ 134
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Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before
Shooting (Preview) .....................................................................137
Assigning the Preview Function to the Green Button ...................... 137
Displaying the Optical Preview ........................................................ 139
Displaying the Digital Preview.......................................................... 140
Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera
Shake ...........................................................................................141
Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function..................... 141
Shooting with Self-timer ................................................................... 145
Shooting with Remote Control (Optional) ........................................ 147
Taking Pictures Continuously...................................................149
Continuous Shooting........................................................................ 149
Interval Shooting .............................................................................. 151
Multi-exposure ................................................................................. 153
Taking Pictures Using Digital Filters ........................................155
Shooting with Live View ............................................................159
Setting Live View ............................................................................. 160
Taking Still Pictures ......................................................................... 162
Recording Movies.......................................................................165
Changing the Movie Settings ........................................................... 165
Recording Movies ............................................................................ 167
Playing Back Movies ........................................................................ 169
Editing Movies.................................................................................. 171
Using the Flash 173
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode........................174
Using the Slow-speed Sync ............................................................. 174
Using the Trailing Curtain Sync ....................................................... 176
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash............178
Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash ...............................179
Using an External Flash (Optional)...........................................180
Using P-TTL Auto Mode .................................................................. 181
Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode............................................... 182
Using Flash in Wireless Mode ......................................................... 183
Connecting an External Flash with an Extension Cord.................... 187
Multiple Flash Shooting Using Extension Cords.............................. 188
Contrast-Control-Sync Flash............................................................ 189
Shooting Settings 191
Setting a File Format ..................................................................192
Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels .................................................. 192
Setting the JPEG Quality Level........................................................ 193
Setting the File Format..................................................................... 195
Setting the Green Button Function ...........................................197
Setting the White Balance .........................................................200
Adjusting the White Balance Manually............................................. 202
Fine-Tuning the White Balance........................................................ 204
Setting the Color Space ................................................................... 205
Correcting Images ......................................................................207
Adjusting Brightness ........................................................................ 207
Lens Correction................................................................................ 211
Setting the Image Finishing Tone.............................................213
Setting Custom Image ..................................................................... 213
Setting Cross Processing................................................................. 216
Playback Functions 219
Playback Functions Operation..................................................220
Playback Mode Palette Setting Items .............................................. 220
Playback Menu Setting Items .......................................................... 221
Setting the Playback Display Method.......................................222
Enlarging Images........................................................................223
Displaying Multiple Images .......................................................224
Multi-image Display Screen ............................................................. 224
Displaying Images by Folder............................................................ 225
Displaying Images by Shooting Date (Calendar Display) ................ 226
Comparing Images........................................................................... 228
Joining Multiple Images (Index) ....................................................... 229
Playing Back Images Continuously..........................................232
Setting the Slideshow Display.......................................................... 232
Starting the Slideshow ..................................................................... 233
Rotating Images..........................................................................235
Deleting Multiple Images ...........................................................236
Deleting Selected Images ................................................................ 236
Deleting a Folder.............................................................................. 238
Deleting All Images .......................................................................... 239
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Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ..............................240
Protecting a Single Image ................................................................ 240
Protecting All Images ....................................................................... 241
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device .................................242
Exchanging Image Data with Other Devices............................244
Sending and Receiving Image Data via Infrared Transmission....... 244
Playing a Dueling Game using Your Images (Dueling Images) ....... 246
Processing Images 249
Changing the Image Size ...........................................................250
Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels and Quality Level
(Resize)............................................................................................ 250
Cutting Out Part of the Image (Cropping) ........................................ 251
Processing Images with Digital Filters.....................................253
Applying the Digital Filter ................................................................. 255
Recreating Filter Effects................................................................... 256
Searching for the Original Image ..................................................... 258
Developing RAW Images ...........................................................259
Developing One RAW Image ........................................................... 259
Developing Multiple RAW Images ................................................... 260
Specifying the Parameters ............................................................... 262
Changing Additional Settings 265
How to Operate the Set-up Menu ..............................................266
Set-up Menu Setting Items .............................................................. 266
Formatting an SD Memory Card................................................268
Setting the Beep, Date and Time, and Display Language ......269
Setting the Beep .............................................................................. 269
Changing the Date and Time Display .............................................. 270
Setting the World Time .................................................................... 270
Setting the Display Language .......................................................... 273
Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display ..........................274
Setting the Text Size ........................................................................ 274
Setting the Guide Display Time ....................................................... 274
Setting the Initial Menu Tab Displayed ............................................ 275
Setting the Status Screen Display ................................................... 276
Setting the Display for Instant Review ............................................. 276
Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor ........................................... 277
Adjusting the Color of the Monitor.................................................... 278
Setting the Folder/File Number .................................................279
Changing the Naming System of the Folder .................................... 279
Creating New Folders ...................................................................... 279
Selecting the File Number Setting ................................................... 280
Selecting the Power Settings ....................................................281
Setting the Auto Power Off Function................................................ 281
Setting the Battery Type .................................................................. 282
Setting the Photographer Information......................................283
Setting the DPOF Settings .........................................................285
Correcting Defective Pixels in the CMOS Sensor
(Pixel Mapping) ...........................................................................287
Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory)...............288
Connecting to a Computer 291
Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer.......................292
Saving Images on Your Computer ............................................293
Setting the USB Connection Mode .................................................. 293
Saving Images by Connecting Your Camera and Your Computer .. 294
Using the Provided Software.....................................................296
Installing the Software...................................................................... 296
Screens of the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 ............................. 298
Appendix 303
Default Settings ..........................................................................304
Resetting the Menus ..................................................................310
Resetting the Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menus .......................... 310
Resetting the Custom Menu ............................................................ 311
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations...........312
Notes on [22. Using Aperture Ring] ................................................. 314
Cleaning the CMOS Sensor .......................................................315
Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor
(Dust Removal) ................................................................................ 315
Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor
(Dust Alert) ....................................................................................... 316
Removing Dust with a Blower .......................................................... 318
Optional Accessories.................................................................320
Error Messages...........................................................................325
Troubleshooting .........................................................................328
Main Specifications ....................................................................331
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Glossary ......................................................................................337
Index ............................................................................................342
WARRANTY POLICY ..................................................................348
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 this chapter and follow the instructions.
3 Basic Operations
Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures.
4 Shooting Functions
Explains the shooting-related functions.
5 Using the Flash
Explains how to use the built-in flash and external flashes.
6 Shooting Settings
Explains the procedures for configuring image processing and setting the file format.
7 Playback Functions
Explains the procedures for playing back, deleting, and protecting images.
8 Processing Images
Explains the procedures for changing the image size, applying digital filters and
developing images taken in RAW format.
9 Changing Additional Settings
Explains the procedures for changing the camera settings, such as the monitor
display settings and the image folder naming convention.
10 Connecting to a Computer
Explains how to connect the camera to a computer, and includes installation
instructions and a general overview of the provided software.
11 Appendix
Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various
resources.
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The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.
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Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation.
Indicates useful information.
Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera.
1 Before Using Your
Camera
Check the package contents and the names and functions
of working parts before use.
W Camera Characteristics ............................16
Checking the Contents of the Package .............. 18
Names and Functions of Working Parts ............19
Display Indicators ................................................ 24
How to Change Function Settings ......................34
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W Camera Characteristics
• Features a 23.6×15.8 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 12.4 million
effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range.
• Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake
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Before Using Your Camera
reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with
minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.
• Features a viewfinder similar to that of a conventional 35 mm camera,
with a magnification of approximately 0.85 and field of view of
approximately 96%, for easier image composition and manual focusing.
Also features a superimpose function in which the active AF point(s) on
the viewfinder illuminate red.
• Features a large 3.0-inch monitor with approximately 921,000 dots, a
wide viewing angle and brightness and color adjusting functions for
high-precision viewing performance.
• In addition to the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI109, the
commercially available AA lithium batteries, AA Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries or AA alkaline batteries can also be used with the optional AA
battery holder D-BH109.
• Features a Live View function for shooting while viewing the subject in
real-time on the monitor.
• Movies can be recorded by taking advantage of the lens properties. The
camera can also output a composite video signal so that you can view
recorded images and movies on a monitor such as a TV screen.
• A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the
camera. The large text size, high-contrast monitor and easy-to-use
menus make the camera easier to operate.
• The CMOS sensor features a special SP coating to prevent dust sticking
to the sensor. The Dust Removal function also shakes the CMOS
sensor for removing collected dust.
• Features Digital Filters to internally process the image in the camera.
You can use digital filters such as Color or Soft while taking pictures or
to process images after taking them.
• Features Custom Image which allows you to adjust settings while
previewing the end result of the edited image, enabling a wider range of
expression.
• Records images 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 simultaneously. Pictures taken in RAW format can be
easily processed internally by the camera.
• Features Sensitivity Priority mode K that automatically adjusts
aperture and shutter speed according to the set sensitivity.
• Supports infrared transmission (IrSimple/IrSS) which allows you to send
and receive image data to and from cell phones and printers.
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Shake Reduction (SR)
Shake Reduction (SR) on the W features a PENTAX original
system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high
speeds, compensating for camera shake.
The camera may generate some operating noise when it is shaken,
such as when changing the composition of a picture. This is normal
and not a malfunction.
Additionally Saving as a RAW Image
When the file format of the last captured image is JPEG, and its data
still remains in the buffer memory, you can additionally save the
image in RAW format by pressing the mc button during playback.
If the image was shot using any of the following settings, the
corresponding RAW image listed is saved.
• Cross Processing RAW image without Cross Processing
• Digital Filter RAW image without filter effect
• HDR Capture RAW image with standard exposure
• Multi-exposure RAW image with Multi-exposure
The captured area (view angle) will differ between the W and 35 mm SLR
cameras even if the same lens is used because the format sizes for 35 mm film
and CMOS sensor are different.
Sizes for 35 mm film and CMOS sensor
35 mm film: 36×24 mm
W CMOS sensor: 23.6×15.8 mm
The focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera is about 1.5 times longer
than that of the W. To shoot images with an angle of view framing the same
area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by 1.5.
Example) To capture the same image as a 150 mm lens attached to a 35 mm
camera
150÷1.5=100
Use a 100 mm lens with the W.
Inversely, multiply the focal length of the lens used with the W by 1.5 to
determine the focal length for 35 mm cameras.
Example) If 300 mm lens is used with the W
300×1.5=450
Focal length is equivalent to a 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera.
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Checking the Contents of the Package
The following accessories are packaged with your camera.
Check that all accessories are included.
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Before Using Your Camera
Hot shoe cover FK
(Installed on camera)
USB cable
I-USB7
Battery charger
D-BC109
Operating Manual
(this manual)
Refer to p.320 for information on optional accessories.
Eyecup F
(Installed on camera)
AC plug cord
Q
Strap
O-ST53
Body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI109
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW110
Names and Functions of Working Parts
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AF assist light
Self-timer lamp/
Remote control receiver
Card cover
Lens mount index
(red dot)
Lens unlock button
Built-in flash
Image plane indicator
PC/AV terminal
Terminal cover
Infrared port
Hot shoe
Speaker
Strap lug
Microphone
Mirror
AF coupler
Lens information
contacts
Diopter
adjustment lever
Viewfinder
Card access lamp
Monitor
1
Before Using Your Camera
Tripod socket
* In the second illustration, the camera is shown with the Eyecup FQ removed.
Battery cover
unlock lever
Battery cover
20
Capture Mode
Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during shooting are noted.
1
Before Using Your Camera
The factory default settings are explained here. Depe nding on the button, these
settings can be changed.
1
2
5
6
3
4
7
9
0
8
a
b
c
d
e
f
1 | (Green) button
You can assign a function to
this button. (p.197)
2 Shutter release button
Press to capture images.
(p.72)
3 Main switch
Move to turn the camera on
and off. (p.59)
4 Lens unlock button
Press to detach a lens. (p.57)
5 mc button
Sets the EV compensation
and aperture values. (p.104,
p.110, p.117)
6 Mode dial
Changes Capture mode. (p.91)
7 Focus mode lever
Switches between autofocus
mode (p.122) and manual
focus mode (p.134).
8 K/i button
Press to pop up the built-in
flash. (p.75)
9 E-dial
Sets the shutter speed,
aperture, sensitivity and EV
compensation values.
0 =/L button
You can select the function of
this button either to focus on
the target or to lock the
exposure value. (p.112, p.120,
p.123)
a Q button
Switches to Playback mode.
(p.82)
b U button
Displays a Live View image.
(p.159)
c M button
Displays the status screen
(p.25)
Switches to the control panel
when the status screen is
shown. (p.26)
d 4 button
When the control panel or a
menu screen is displayed,
press this button to confirm
the selected item.
When the focusing area is set
to S (Select), press this
button to enable or disable
changing the AF point. (p.129)
e Four-way controller
(2345)
Displays the Drive Mode/
Flash Mode/White Balance/
Sensitivity setup menu. (p.86)
When the control panel or a
menu screen is displayed, use
this to move the cursor or
change items.
Changes the AF point when it
can be changed.
f 3 button
Displays the [A Rec. Mode 1]
menu (p.87). Next, press the
four-way controller (5) to
display other menus.
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22
Playback Mode
Functions of buttons, dial and lever used during playback are noted.
1
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1
2
3
5
4
6
7
8
9
0
a
1 | (Green) button
Press to change the settings,
such as resetting the values.
(p.197)
2 Shutter release button
Press halfway to switch to
Capture mode.
3 Main switch
Move to turn the camera on
and off. (p.59)
4 mc button
When the file format of the last
captured image is JPEG, and
its data still remains in the
buffer memory, press this
button to additionally save the
image in RAW format. (p.83)
5 K/i button
Press to delete images. (p.84)
6 E-dial
Use this to enlarge an image
(p.223) or display multiple
images at the same time
(p.224).
7 Q button
Switches to Capture mode.
8 M button
Displays shooting information
on the monitor. (p.27)
9 4 button
Confirms the setting you
selected in the menu or
playback screen.
0 Four-way controller
(2345)
Use this to move the cursor or
change items in the menu or
playback screen.
Press the four-way controller
(3) to display the playback
mode palette. (p.220)
a 3 button
Displays the [Q Playback 1]
menu (p.221). Next, press the
four-way controller (5) to
display other menus.
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References to Button Names
In this Operating Manual, the buttons of the fourway controller are referred to in the following way.
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Display Indicators
Monitor
1
The various information appears on
Before Using Your Camera
the monitor depending on the status
of the camera.
Monitor
The brightness and the color of the monitor can be adjusted. (p.277, p.278)
At Start-up or when Operating the Mode Dial
Guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds (default setting) when the
camera is switched on or the mode dial is turned.
Program
P
1
Automatic Exposure
P
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1 Capture mode (p.91) 3 Current date and time (p.64)
2 World Time (p.270)
(only when set to Destination)
To not show guides, set [Guide Display] to [Off] in the [R Set-up 1] menu.
(p.274)
Capture Mode
HDR
OFF
OFF
OFF
While shooting, the status screen is displayed showing the current
shooting function settings. You can change the type of the screen
displayed by pressing the M button.
125 5.6F
200
1122+3-3
12M
AF.A
AWB
ISO
[37]
P
AUTO
JPEG
1/
ISO
Status screen
Status screen
(All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may
differ.)
M
Custom Image
Bright
JPEG
AF.A
12M
OFF
OFF
MM
HDR
OFF
[37]
Control panel Blank
25
1
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P
SHIFT
1/
2000 2.8
ISO
1600
AUTO
1122+3-3
±1.0
G1A1
12 M
JPEG
AWB
AF.A
12
F
11 1 2
ISO
[
37
13
8
15 16
22 23 24 25 26
]
34 5 67
910
14
88
17
18 19 20
21
1 Capture Mode (p.91) 13 EV Compensation (p.117)/
2 AE Lock (p.120)
3 Interval Shooting (p.149)/Multi-
exposure (p.153)/Digital Filter
(p.155)/HDR Capture (p.209)
/Cross Processing (p.216)
4 Custom Image (p.213)/
Cross Processing (p.216)
Exposure Bracketing (p.118)
14 EV bar
15
Flash Exposure Compensation (p.81)
16 White Balance fine-tuning (p.204)
17 Drive Mode (p.86)
18 White Balance (p.200)
19 Select AF point (p.129)
5 Focus Mode (p.122) 20 Sensitivity (p.98)
6 AE Metering (p.114) 21 Flash Mode (p.75)
7 Battery level (p.49) 22 File Format (p.195)
8 E-dial guide 23 JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.192)
9 Shutter speed 24 JPEG Quality (p.193)
10 Aperture value 25 Shake Reduction (p.141)
11 ISO AUTO 26 Remaining image storage
12 Sensitivity (p.98)
capacity/| button guide
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HDR
OFF
OFF
OFF
Control panel
Press the M button in the status screen to display the control panel and change
settings.
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Before Using Your Camera
Custom Image
Bright
OFF
OFF
HDR
OFF
AF.A
JPEG
12 M
[
]
37
1
2
43 567
98101112
1413 15 16 17
18 19
1 Function name 11 Highlight Correction (p.207)
2 Setting 12 Shadow Correction (p.208)
3 Custom Image (p.213) 13 File Format (p.195)
4 Cross Processing (p.216) 14 JPEG Recorded Pixels (p.192)
5 Digital Filter (p.155) 15 JPEG Quality (p.193)
6 HDR Capture (p.209) 16 Distortion Correction (p.211)
7 Shake Reduction (p.141) 17 Lateral Chromatic Aberration
8 AE Metering (p.114)
Correction (p.211)
9 AF Mode (p.125) 18 Current date and time
10 Select AF point (p.129) 19 Remaining image storage capacity
• Settings that cannot be changed due to the current camera setup cannot be
selected.
• On the status screen, the setting currently being changed or guide display for
the buttons that can be operated are displayed in blue (when [Status Screen]
in the [R Set-up 1] menu is set to [Display Color 1]).
•
The status screen will disappear if no operations are made within 30 seconds.
Press the
•
If no operations are made within 30 seconds in the control panel, the status
screen will reappear.
•
If [Shooting Info Display] is set to O (On) in [Memory] (p.288) of the [A Rec.
Mode 4] menu and the blank screen is selected, the next time the camera is
M
button to display it again.
turned on the blank screen is displayed first.
•
[9999] is the maximum number of recordable images that can be displayed on
the status screen and in the control panel. Even if the number of recordable
images is 10,000 or more, [9999] is displayed.
Playback Mode
100- 0001
RAW
100- 0001
RAW
DR
200
The camera switches the types of information display when you press the
M button during playback.
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Standard Captured image, file format and guides are displayed.
Histogram display
Detailed information
display
Captured image and histogram (Brightness/RGB) are
displayed. Not available during movie playback. (p.30)
Detailed information on how and when the image was
taken is displayed. (p.28)
No info. display Only captured image is displayed.
1/
JPEG
M
2000 F5.6
Standard
100-0001
200
ISO
RAW
M
1/
JPEG
2000 F5.6
Histogram display
M
AF.A
1/
2000
F5.6 +1.5 -0.5
200
ISO
12
JPEG
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M
P
24
DR
200
10:00AM
100-0001
200
ISO
M
100-0001
m
m
G2
A1
AdobeRGB
RAW
±0
±0
±0
±0
±0
No info. display Detailed information display
The type of information display that is shown first during playback is the same
as that of the last playback in the previous session. If [Playback Info Display] is
set to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.288) of the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu, the [Standard]
screen is always displayed first when the camera is turned on.
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DR
200
OFF
Detailed information display
Use the four-way controller (23) to switch between pages.
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200
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10:00AM
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