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Checking the Contents of the Package
Hot shoe cover FK
(Installed on camera)
Battery charger
D-BC109
Start Guide
Lenses you can use
Lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an 9 (Auto) position
on the aperture ring. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.113.
(Installed on camera)
AC plug cord Strap
Eyecup F
R
Body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
O-ST132
Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Battery D-LI109
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW156
Introducing the K-S2
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Getting Started
Taking Pictures
Playback Functions
Sharing Images
Changing the Settings
Appendix
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How to Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual
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Introducing the K-S2 .............................. p.7
Gives you an overview of the K-S2.
Read this and get to know your K-S2!
Names and Functions of the Working Parts . p.7
How to Change Function Settings ................ p.18
Menu List ...................................................... p.21
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Getting Started......................................... p.30
Explains how to get your K-S2 ready for shooting as
well as basic operations.
Attaching the Strap ....................................... p.30
Attaching a Lens ........................................... p.30
Using the Battery and Charger ..................... p.31
Inserting a Memory Card .............................. p.34
How to Open the Monitor .............................. p.35
Initial Settings ............................................... p.36
Basic Shooting Operation ............................. p.39
Reviewing Images ........................................ p.42
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Taking Pictures ........................................p.44
Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works
properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures!
Configuring the Capture Settings .................. p.44
Taking Still Pictures ...................................... p.45
Recording Movies ......................................... p.49
Setting the Exposure .................................... p.51
Using the Built-in Flash ................................. p.53
Setting the Focus Method ............................. p.54
Setting the Drive Mode ................................. p.59
Setting the White Balance ............................ p.68
Controlling the Image Finishing Tone ........... p.71
Correcting Images ........................................ p.74
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Playback Functions ................................ p.77
Explains various operations for playing back
and editing images.
Playback Mode Palette Items ....................... p.77
Changing the Playback Method .................... p.78
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ........ p.82
Editing and Processing Images .................... p.83
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Sharing Images........................................ p.89
Explains how to share images with other devices
using the built-in Wi-Fi function.
Enabling the Wi-Fi Function ......................... p.89
Operating the Camera with
a Communication Device .............................. p.91
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Changing the Settings........................... p.100
Explains how to change other settings.
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Appendix..................................................... p.110
Provides other resources to get the most from
your K-S2.
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode ............. p.110
Functions Available with Various Lenses ..... p.113
Functions when Using an External Flash ..... p.116
Using the GPS Unit ....................................... p.117
Troubleshooting ............................................ p.118
Main Specifications ....................................... p.123
Index ............................................................. p.130
For Using Your Camera Safely ..................... p.135
Care to be Taken During Handling ............... p.137
WARRANTY POLICY ................................... p.141
How to Use This Manual
Camera Settings ........................................... p.100
File Management Settings ............................ p.106
There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen
of the monitor in this manual are different from the actual ones.
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Contents
How to Use This Manual .......................... 2
Contents
Introducing the K-S2 ................................. 7
Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...........7
Operating Controls ......................................................... 8
Monitor ......................................................................... 10
Viewfinder .................................................................... 16
Electronic Level ........................................................... 17
How to Change Function Settings ........................18
Using the Direct Keys .................................................. 18
Using the Control Panel ............................................... 18
Using the Menus .......................................................... 19
Menu List ..............................................................21
Rec. Mode Menus ........................................................ 21
Movie Menu ................................................................. 25
Playback Menu ............................................................ 25
Set-up Menus .............................................................. 26
Custom Setting Menus ................................................ 28
Getting Started ....................................... 30
Attaching the Strap ...............................................30
Attaching a Lens ...................................................30
Using the Battery and Charger .............................31
Charging the Battery .................................................... 31
Inserting/Removing the Battery ................................... 32
Using the AC Adapter .................................................. 33
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Inserting a Memory Card ...................................... 34
How to Open the Monitor ..................................... 35
Initial Settings ....................................................... 36
Turning the Camera On ...............................................36
Setting the Display Language ...................................... 37
Setting the Date and Time ...........................................37
Setting the LCD Display ............................................... 38
Formatting a Memory Card .......................................... 38
Basic Shooting Operation .................................... 39
Shooting with the Viewfinder ........................................ 39
Shooting While Viewing the Live View Image .............. 41
Reviewing Images ................................................ 42
Taking Pictures ....................................... 44
Configuring the Capture Settings ......................... 44
Image Capture Settings ...............................................44
Movie Capture Settings ................................................ 44
Taking Still Pictures ............................................. 45
Scene Modes ............................................................... 45
Advanced HDR Mode ..................................................46
Exposure Modes .......................................................... 47
EV Compensation ........................................................ 48
Recording Movies ................................................ 49
Playing Back Movies .................................................... 51
Setting the Exposure ............................................ 51
Sensitivity ..................................................................... 51
AE Metering ................................................................. 52
Using the Built-in Flash .........................................53
Setting the Focus Method .....................................54
Setting the AF Mode when Shooting
with the Viewfinder ....................................................... 55
Setting the AF Mode during Live View ......................... 57
AF Fine Adjustment ..................................................... 58
Setting the Drive Mode .........................................59
Continuous Shooting ................................................... 60
Self-timer ..................................................................... 60
Remote Control ............................................................ 61
Bracketing .................................................................... 62
Multi-exposure ............................................................. 63
Interval Shooting .......................................................... 64
Interval Composite ....................................................... 65
Interval Movie Record .................................................. 66
Star Stream .................................................................. 67
Setting the White Balance ....................................68
Adjusting the White Balance Manually ........................ 70
Adjusting the White Balance
with Color Temperature ............................................... 70
Controlling the Image Finishing Tone ...................71
Custom Image ............................................................. 71
Digital Filter .................................................................. 73
Correcting Images ................................................74
Brightness Adjustment ................................................. 74
Lens Correction ........................................................... 75
Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator ........................................ 76
Texture Enhancement ................................................. 76
Playback Functions ................................ 77
Playback Mode Palette Items ............................... 77
Changing the Playback Method ........................... 78
Displaying Multiple Images ..........................................78
Displaying Images by Folder ........................................ 79
Displaying Images by Shooting Date ........................... 79
Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) .......... 80
Displaying Rotated Images .......................................... 80
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device ....................81
Connecting the Camera to a Computer ............... 82
Editing and Processing Images ............................ 83
Changing the Image Size ............................................. 83
Correcting Color Moiré ................................................. 84
Processing Images with Digital Filters ......................... 84
Editing Movies .............................................................. 86
Developing RAW Images ............................................. 87
Sharing Images ...................................... 89
Enabling the Wi-Fi Function ................................. 89
Setting from the Menus ................................................ 89
Pressing the Self-portrait Shutter Button ..................... 90
Touching a Communication Device .............................90
Operating the Camera
with a Communication Device .............................. 91
Connecting the Camera
and Communication Device ......................................... 91
Screens of “Image Sync” ............................................. 93
Shooting with a Communication Device ...................... 94
Viewing Images ............................................................ 95
Changing the Settings .................................................. 98
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Changing the Settings .......................... 100
Camera Settings .................................................100
Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions ................... 100
Contents
Saving Frequently Used Settings .............................. 103
Displaying the Local Date and Time
of the Specified City ................................................... 105
Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera ................. 105
File Management Settings ..................................106
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ................. 106
Selecting the Folder/File Settings .............................. 106
Setting the Copyright Information .............................. 109
Appendix .............................................. 110
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode ...................110
Restrictions on the Combinations
of Special Functions .................................................. 112
Functions Available with Various Lenses ...........113
Using the Aperture Ring ............................................ 115
Setting the Focal Length ............................................ 116
Functions when Using an External Flash ...........116
Using the GPS Unit .............................................117
Shooting Celestial Bodies (ASTROTRACER) ........... 118
Troubleshooting ..................................................118
Sensor Cleaning ........................................................ 120
Error Messages ......................................................... 121
Main Specifications .............................................123
Operating Environment for USB Connection
and Provided Software .............................................. 129
Index ...................................................................130
For Using Your Camera Safely ...........................135
Care to be Taken During Handling .....................137
WARRANTY POLICY .........................................141
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Regarding copyrights
Images taken with this camera that are for anything other
than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission
according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act.
Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are
placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during
demonstrations, performances or of items on display. Images
taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be
used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in
the Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
To users of this camera
•
Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of 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 camera’s
internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor is
manufactured using extremely high precision technology.
Although the level of 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.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to
either a Windows PC or a Macintosh.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of
batteries used for this camera and its accessories.
Regarding User Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete
the user registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM
supplied with the camera or on our website.
Thank you for your cooperation.
http://www.ricoh-imaging.com/registration/
Names and Functions of the Working Parts
Remote control receiver
Lens unlock button
Lens information
contacts
Lens mount index
Speaker
AF assist light
Built-in flash
AF coupler
Mirror
Strap lug
Hot shoe
Microphone
Image plane indicator
Microphone terminal
Strap lug
Card access lamp
USB terminal (micro B)
Terminal cover
HDMI terminal (type D)
Microphone
NFC mark
Card slot for SD
Memory Cards
Diopter adjustment lever
Viewfinder
Vari-angle monitor
Connection cable cover
Battery cover unlock lever
Battery cover
Tripod socket
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Introduction
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Operating Controls
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0
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c
e
b
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1 EV Compensation button (J)
Press to change the exposure compensation value. (p.48)
In playback mode, the last JPEG image taken can also be
saved in RAW format. (p.43)
2 Green button (M)
Resets the value being adjusted.
3 Shutter release button (0)
Press to capture images. (p.40)
In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.
4 Main switch
Turns the power on/off, or switches to C (movie) mode.
(p.36, p.49)
When the camera is turned on, it enters A (still picture)
mode and the indicator lamp lights green. When the switch
is turned to C, the camera enters C mode and the lamp
lights red.
5 Front e-dial (Q)
Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure.
(p.47)
You can change the menu category when a menu screen
is displayed. (p.19)
In playback mode, use this to select a different image.
6 Flash pop-up button (1)
Press to pop up the built-in flash. (p.53)
7 RAW/Fx button (P)
You can assign a function to this button. (p.100)
8 Focus mode switch
Changes the focus mode. (p.54)
9 Live View/Delete button (K/L)
Displays the Live View image. (p.41)
In playback mode, press to delete images. (p.43)
0 Rear e-dial (R)
Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure.
(p.47)
You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen
is displayed. (p.19)
You can change the camera settings when the control panel
is displayed. (p.18)
In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display
multiple images at the same time. (p.43, p.78)
a Four-way controller (ABCD)
Displays the Sensitivity, White Balance, Flash Mode or
Drive Mode setup menu. (p.18)
When a menu or the control panel is displayed, use this to
move the cursor or change the item to set.
Press B in single image display of the playback mode to
display the playback mode palette. (p.77)
b INFO button (G)
Changes the style of the display on the monitor. (p.10, p.14)
c Mode dial
Changes the capture mode. (p.39)
Self-portrait shutter button
d
When shooting with Live View, this button can be used as a
shutter release button and facilitates taking self-portraits by
holding the camera with the lens facing you. The indicator
lamp lights green or red when the button can be used as
a shutter release button. (p.41)
At all other times, this button is used to switch the Wi-Fi
function on or off. (p.90)
e AF/AE Lock button (f)
Available for adjusting focus, instead of pressing 0
halfway, and for locking the exposure value before shooting.
(p.54, p.101)
f Playback button (3)
Switches to playback mode. (p.42)
Press the button again to switch to capture mode.
g OK button (E)
When a menu or the control panel is displayed, press this
button to confirm the selected item.
Press this button when [AF Active Area] is set to E or 8,
or when [Contrast AF] is set to g or h to change the
focusing area. (p.56, p.57)
When the p ower is tur ned on, the indicator lamp lights blue.
The lamp turns off after a while.
h MENU button (F)
Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is
displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.19)
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About the indicator lamps
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Standby mode
(Status screen)
Shooting Info Display
selection screen
Control panel
The main switch lamp, self-portrait shutter button lamp,
and E lamp turn off in the following situations.
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Introduction
the end of shooting
• While f is pressed
• During playback mode
• While a menu is displayed
• During Auto Power Off
You can set the lamp lighting settings in [Indicator Lamps]
of the D3 menu. (p.27)
About the four-way controller
In this manual, each button of the fourway controller is indicated as shown
in the illustration on the right.
Monitor
Capture Mode
With this camera, you can take pictures while looking through
the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor.
When using the viewfinder, you can take pictures while
checking the status screen displayed on the monitor and looking
through the viewfinder. (p.39) When not using the viewfinder,
you can take pictures while viewing the Live View image
displayed on the monitor. (p.41)
The camera is in “standby mode” when it is ready to shoot, such
as when the status screen or Live View image is displayed.
Press G in standby mode to display the “control panel” and
change settings. (p.18) You can change the type of information
displayed in standby mode by pressing G while the control
panel is displayed. (p.13)
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1 Capture mode (p.45) 16 Sensitivity (p.51)
2 AE Lock (p.49) 17 Flash Mode (p.53)
3 Focus Method (p.54) 18 Focusing area (AF point)
4 Custom Image (p.71)
5 Digital Filter (p.73)/HDR
6 GPS positioning status
7 Wireless LAN status
8 AE Metering (p.52) 23 File Format (p.44)
9 Shake Reduction/
10 Battery level
11 E-dial guide
12 Shutter speed
13 Aperture value
14 EV Compensation
15 EV bar scale
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Capture (p.74)
(p.117)
(p.89)
Horizon Correction
(p.22)
(p.48)/Bracketing (p.62)
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(p.56)
19 Drive Mode (p.59)
20 White Balance (p.68)
21 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.53)
22 White Balance fine-
tuning (p.69)
24 Memory card
25 Image storage capacity
26 Number of shots during
Multi-exposure, Interval
Shooting, or Interval
Composite/Maximum
tracking duration of
ASTROTRACER (p.118)
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2 Flash Mode (p.53)
tilt) (p.17)
3 Drive Mode (p.59) 16 EV Compensation (p.48)
4 White Balance (p.68) 17 EV bar scale
5 Custom Image (p.71) 18 Operation guide, and
6 Digital Filter (p.73)/HDR
Capture (p.74)
7 GPS positioning status
(p.117)
8 Wireless LAN status
(p.89)
number of shots during
Multi-exposure, Interval
Shooting or Interval
Composite
19 AE Lock (p.49)
20 Shutter speed
9 AE Metering (p.52) 21 Aperture value
10 Shake Reduction/
Horizon Correction
(p.22)/Movie SR (p.25)
22 Sensitivity (p.51)
23 File Format (p.44)
24 Memory card
11 Battery level 25 Image storage capacity
12 Temperature warning 26 Face detection frame
13 Histogram
14 Electronic Level
(horizontal tilt) (p.17)
(when [Contrast AF] is
set to [Face Detection])
(p.57)
t Memo
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In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the settings of
the items displayed on the monitor during Live View. (p.22)
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A mode
Custom Image
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13 Highlight Correction
(p.74)
14 Shadow Correction
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17
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14
18
19
23
(p.74)
15 AF Mode (p.55)/Contrast
AF (p.57)
Focus Peaking (p.57)
17 AF Assist Light (p.55) 25 Recording Sound Level
18 High-ISO NR (p.52)
19 Slow Shutter Speed NR
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22
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13
14
18
19
23
(p.48)
t Memo
• The items that can be selected vary depending on the current
camera setup.
• If no operations are made within 1 minute while the control
20 File Format (p.44)
21 JPEG Recorded Pixels
(p.44)/Movie Recorded
Pixels (p.44)
22 JPEG Quality (p.44)
23 Shake Reduction (p.22)/
Movie SR (p.25)16 AF Active Area (p.56)/
24 Framerate (p.44)
(p.50)
26 Current date and time
27 Destination (p.105)
panel is displayed, the camera returns to standby mode.
Custom Image
Custom Image
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1 Function name 7 HDR Capture (p.74)
2 Setting 8 Clarity Enhancement
3 Memory card
4 Number of recordable
still pictures/Movie
recordable time
5 Custom Image (p.71)/
Scene Mode (p.45)
6 Digital Filter (p.73) 12 AE Metering (p.52)
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15
21
(p.76)
9 AA Filter Simulator (p.76)
10 Distortion Correction
(p.75)
11 Peripheral Illumination
Correction (p.75)
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Example:
Tilted 1.5° to the left
(yellow)
Vertically level (green)
You can change the type of information displayed in standby
mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed.
Use CD to select the type and press E.
When shooting with the viewfinder
Status
Screen
Displays the settings for shooting with the
viewfinder. (p.11)
Displays the camera
angle.
A scale indicating the
horizontal camera
Electronic
Level
angle appears at the
center of the screen,
and a scale indicating
the vertical camera
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angle appears on the
right or left side. When
the angle exceeds the range that can be
displayed in the scale, the indicators on
the scale are displayed in red.
Display Off Nothing is displayed on the monitor.
The current latitude, longitude, altitude, direction,
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), capture
Electronic
Compass
mode, and exposure value are displayed. Turn
the camera off and on again to return to the status
screen.
Available only when the optional GPS unit is
attached to the camera and is operating. (p.117)
When shooting with Live View
Standard
Information
Display
Electronic
Level
No
Information
Display
The Live View image and the settings for
shooting with Live View are displayed. (p.11)
The same electronic level as when shooting
with the viewfinder is displayed.
Certain icons, such as those for the capture
mode and drive mode, are not displayed.
t Memo
• The status screen is displayed when the camera is turned
off and on again. If [Shooting Info Display] is set to [On]
0.0
in [Memory] of the A4 menu, the screen selected on
the Shooting Info Display selection screen appears when
the camera is turned off and on again. (p.105)
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Playback Mode
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(Standard Information
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Playback Info Display
selection screen
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Still pictures
Movies
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The captured image and shooting information are displayed
in single image display of the playback mode.
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Press G to change the type of information displayed in
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single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E.
100-0001
G
Standard Information Display
Detailed Information Display
100-0001
1/
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F2.8
200
+0.3
Captured image, file format, exposure
parameters, and operation guide
indicators are displayed.
Detailed information on how and when
the image was taken is displayed.
(p.14)
Captured image and brightness
histogram are displayed. (p.15)
Not available during movie playback.
Captured image and RGB histogram
are displayed. (p.15)
Not available during movie playback.
Only the captured image is displayed.
Standard Information
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Display
Detailed Information
Display
Histogram Display
RGB Histogram
Display
No Information
Display
t Memo
• The screen selected in the Playback Info Display selection
screen is displayed in playback mode when the camera is
turned off and on again. If [Playback Info Display] is set to
[Off] in [Memory] of the A4 menu, the [Standard Information
Display] always appears first when the camera is turned on.
(p.105)
1/
2000
F2.8
200
+0.3
1 Captured image 6 Drive Mode (p.59)
2 Rotation information
(p.80)
4 Protect setting (p.106) 9 Focus Method (p.54)
5 Folder number-File
number (p.106)
7 Flash Mode (p.53)
8 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.53)3 Capture mode (p.45)
10 Focusing area (AF point)
(p.56)
11 AE Metering (p.52) 30 File Format (p.44)
100 -0001
1/
200 0
F2. 8
200
+0. 3
100 -0001
1/
200 0
F2. 8
200
+0. 3
Brightness histogram
AB
RGB histogram
12 Shutter speed 31 JPEG Recorded Pixels
13 Aperture value
14 Sensitivity (p.51)
(p.44)/Movie Recorded
Pixels (p.44)
15 EV Compensation (p.48) 32 JPEG Quality (p.44)
16 White Balance (p.68) 33 Color Space (p.29)
17 White Balance fine-
tuning (p.69)
34 Color Moiré Correction
(p.84)
18 Digital Filter (p.73) 35 Lens focal length
19 HDR Capture (p.74) 36 Custom Image setting
20 Clarity Enhancement
(p.71)
(p.76) 37 Custom Image
21 Distortion Correction
parameters
(p.75) 38 Page guide
22 Peripheral Illumination
Correction (p.75)
Aberration Adjustment
(p.75)
24 Diffraction Correction
(p.75)
25 Color Fringe Correction
(p.87)
26 Highlight Correction
(p.74)
27 Shadow Correction
(p.74)
39 Shooting date and time
40 Length of time of the
recorded movie23 Lateral Chromatic
41 Recording Sound Level
42 Framerate (p.44)
43 Photographer (p.109)
44 Copyright Holder (p.109)
45 Information tampering
warning
46 Altitude (p.117)
47 Lens direction (p.117)
48 Latitude (p.117)
49 Longitude (p.117)
28 AA Filter Simulator (p.76) 50 Universal Coordinated
Shake Reduction/
29
Horizon Correction
(p.22)/Movie SR (p.25)
Time (p.117)
Histogram Display
Use AB to switch between the brightness histogram and RGB
histogram.
134
2
100-0001
1 Histogram (Brightness)
5
2 Switch RGB histogram/
Brightness histogram
3 Protect setting
1/
2000
F2.8
200
6 7 8 9 10
+0.3
4 Folder number-File
number
5 Save RAW Data
6 File Format
7 Shutter speed
8 Aperture value
1/
2000
F2.8
6 7 8 109
200
34251
100-0001
+0.3
9 Sensitivity
10 EV Compensation
11 Histogram (R)
11
12 Histogram (G)
12
13 Histogram (B)
13
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Viewfinder
When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information
appears in the viewfinder.
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1
61011
4
5 7 8 9
1 AF frame (p.40) 11 Sensitivity (p.51)/
2 Spot metering frame
(p.52)
3 AF point (p.56) 12 AE Lock (p.49)
4 Flash indicator (p.53) 13 Change AF Point (p.56)
5 Focus Method (p.54) 14 Multi-exposure (p.63)
6 Shutter speed 15 AE Metering (p.52)
7 Aperture value 16 Shake Reduction (p.22)
8 Focus indicator (p.40) 17 Flash Exposure
9 EV bar scale/
Electronic Level (p.17) 18 EV Compensation
10 ISO/ISO AUTO
2
3
181716151413
Exposure compensation
value
Compensation (p.53)
(p.48)/Bracketing (p.62)
19 File Format (p.44)
t Memo
• The information is displayed in the viewfinder when 0
is pressed halfway, or during the meter operating time
(default setting: 10 sec.).
• The AF point in use for autofocus appears in red
(Superimpose AF Area) when 0 is pressed halfway.
You can set it to [Off] in [16 Superimpose AF Area]
of the E3 menu.
• You can adjust the image
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sharpness in the viewfinder using
the diopter adjustment lever.
If it is difficult to move the diopter
adjustment lever, lift up and
remove the eyecup. Adjust the
diopter setting until the AF frame in
the viewfinder looks sharp and clear.
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Electronic Level
When level (at 0°)
When tilted 5° to the left
When held vertically and tilted 3° to the right
You can check whether the camera is tilted by displaying the
electronic level. The electronic level for the horizontal camera
angle can be displayed in the EV bar scale in the viewfinder,
and the electronic levels for the vertical and horizontal camera
angles can be displayed on the Live View screen. (p.11)
Select whether to display the electronic level in [Electronic
Level] of the A3 menu. (p.22)
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How to Change Function Settings
99 99 9
10: 23
99 99 9
File Format
Cancel
OK
File Format
02/ 02/2 015
Use ABCD to select an item.
Use R to change
settings.
Press F to cancel
the setting operation.
Press E to confirm the
selected item and return to
the control panel.
Press E to make
detailed settings.
The camera functions and their settings can be selected and
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changed by using the following ways.
Introduction
Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode.
Control panel
Menus Press F.
Press G in standby mode.
(indicated with the v icon in this manual)
Using the Control Panel
G
You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G
in standby mode.
File Format
File Format
99999
Using the Direct Keys
A
B
C
D
18
Sensitivity p.51
White Balance p.68
Flash Mode p.53
Drive Mode p.59
02/02/2015
File Format
Cancel
10:23
99999
OK
Using the Menus
GPS
GPS
PE F
Custom Image
Image Capture Settings
AF Settings
AE Metering
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Exit
Lens Correction
Clarity Enhancement
D-Range Settings
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
Lens Correction
Clarity Enhancement
D-Range Settings
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
Exit
Cancel
OK
Custom Image
Image Capture Settings
AF Settings
AE Metering
Exit
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
File Format
JPEG Recorded Pixels
Image Capture Settings
JPEG Quality
RAW File Format
Use AB to select an item.
Press F to exit
the menu screen.
Menu tabs
Press D to display
the pop-up menu.
Press D to display
the submenu.
Press E to confirm
the selected item.
Press F to cancel
the pop-up menu.
Press F to return to the previous screen.
Use AB to select an item.
Use Q to change the menu category.
Use R to switch between menu tabs.
Most functions are set from the menus. The functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus.
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Custom Image
Image Capture Settings
AF Settings
AE Metering
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Exit
1
Custom Image
Image Capture Settings
AF Settings
AE Metering
Digital Filter
HDR Capture
Exit
Image Capture Settings
File Format
JPEG Recorded Pixels
JPEG Quality
RAW File Format
PEF
2
Clarity Enhancement
Lens Correction
D-Range Settings
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
GPS
Exit
2
Clarity Enhancement
Lens Correction
D-Range Settings
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
GPS
Cancel
OK
F
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t Memo
• For the Custom Setting menus (E1-5), you can show the setting screen of the next item in order of the menus on the monitor
by turning R while the submenu of the currently selected item is displayed.
•Press F to display the first tab of the proper menus for the camera settings at that time. To display the menu tab last selected
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first, set in [25 Save Menu Location] of the E4 menu.
Introduction
• Settings are returned to their default values with [Reset] of the D3 menu. To reset all the settings in the Custom Setting menus
to the defaults, use [Reset Custom Functions] of the E5 menu. (Some settings do not apply.)
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Menu List
Rec. Mode Menus
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Exposure Mode
Custom Image
Scene Mode
Image
Capture
Settings
*1
*2 *4
*3 *4
File Format
JPEG
Recorded Pixels
*4
JPEG Quality
RAW File Format Sets the RAW file format. PEF
A1
AF
Settings
AF Mode
AF Active Area
*4
AF Assist Light
AE Metering
Digital Filter
HDR
Capture
*4
*4
HDR Capture
Auto Align Sets whether to automatically adjust the composition. On
Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode dial
is set to O or P.
Sets the image finishing tone such as color and contrast before
shooting an image.
Selects the scene mode that best suits the situation.
(S mode)
Sets the file format of images. JPEG
Sets the recording size of JPEG images.
*4
*4
Sets the quality of JPEG images.
Selects the autofocus method when shooting with the
viewfinder.
Selects the area to adjust the focus when shooting with the
*4
viewfinder.
Discharges the assist light when autofocusing in dark
*4
locations.
Selects the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness
and determining exposure.
(11 AF Points)
Multi-segment p.52
Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.73
*4
Sets the type of high dynamic range shooting. Off
*4
Sets the amount to change the exposure. ±2EV
G
p.104
Bright p.71
Portrait p.45
q
p.44
m
z
Auto
p.55
p.56
On p.55
p.74Bracket Value
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Clarity Enhancement
1
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Lens
Correction
A2
D-Range
Settings
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
*4
Distortion
Correction
Peripheral Illumin.
Corr.
Lat-Chromatic-Ab
Adj
*4
*4
Diffraction Correction
Highlight
Correction
Shadow
Correction
*4
*4
*4
*4
Enhances the texture and surface details of the subject. Off p.76
Reduces distortions occurring due to lens properties. Off
Reduces peripheral light fall-off occurring due to lens
properties.
Reduces lateral chromatic aberrations occurring due to lens
properties.
Corrects blur caused by diffraction when using a small
aperture.
Expands t he dynamic range and prevents overexposed areas
from occurring.
Expands the dynamic range and prevents underexposed
areas from occurring.
Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a high
ISO sensitivity.
Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a slow
shutter speed.
GPS Sets the camera action when the optional GPS unit is used. – p.117
*4
Sets the autofocus mode for shooting with Live View. Face Detection p.57
Emphasizes the outline of the subject in focus and makes
*4
it easier to check the focus.
Live View
Contrast AF
Focus Peaking
Grid Display Displays the grid during Live View. Off
Highlight Alert Sets overexposed areas to blink red during Live View. Off
Displays the electronic level in the EV bar scale in the
viewfinder.
Displays the electronic level in Standard Information Display
of Live View.
A3
Electronic
Level
Viewfinder
Live View
Horizon Correction Corrects horizontal tilt when in A mode. Off –
Applies a low-pass filter effect using the Shake Reduction
mechanism.
Activates the Shake Reduction function. On –
Sets the focal length when using a lens of which focal length
information cannot be obtained.
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AA Filter Simulator
Shake Reduction
Input Focal Length
*4
*4
Off
p.75
On
On
Auto
p.74
Auto
Auto p.52
Auto p.48
Off p.57
p.11Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Live View. Off
Off p.17
On p.11
Off p.76
35mm p.116
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Instant
Review
A4
E-Dial
Programming
Display Time Sets the Instant Review display time. 1sec.
Zoom Review Displays the magnified image during Instant Review. On
Save RAW Data
Delete Deletes the displayed image during Instant Review. On
Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Instant Review. Off
Highlight Alert Sets overexposed areas to blink red during Instant Review. Off
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
m
n
p
o
Rotation Direction Reverses the effect obtained when Q or R is turned. Rotate Right
Saves the RAW data during Instant Review.
Sets the Q / R / M operation for each exposure mode.
On
, J,
I
I
I
I
I
XG
–, ISO, –
I, –, –
–, J, –
, J, GLINE
, J, GLINE
–, J, –
–, –, –
–, J, GLINE
, J, GLINE
, J, GLINE
p.40
p.100
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
RAW/Fx Button Sets the function for when P is pressed.
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Button
Customization
A4
Memory
Save USER Mode
*1 The function appears only when the mode dial is set to O or P.
*2 The function appears in modes other than S mode.
*3 The function appears in S mode.
*4 The function can also be set from the control panel.
AF/AE-L Button Sets the function for when f is pressed. Enable AF1
AF/AE-L Button
(Movie)
Self-portrait Shutter
Button
Sets the function for when f is pressed in C mode. Enable AF1
Sets whether to use the self-portrait shutter button
as the shutter release button when taking self-portraits.
Determines which settings to save when the power
is turned off.
You can save frequently used capture settings to O or P
of the mode dial.
One Push
File Format
On for settings
other than
Digital Filter,
HDR Capture,
Enhancement,
and Shooting
Info Display
p.100
On
Clarity
–p.103
p.105
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Movie Menu
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Movie Capture Settings
Recording Sound Level
Digital Filter
C1
HDR Capture
Clarity Enhancement
Movie SR
*1 The function can also be set from the control panel.
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
Sets the number of recorded pixels and the framerate
of the movie.
Sets the Recording Sound Level for recording. Auto p.50
Applies a digital filter effect when recording a movie. No Filter p.73
Sets the type of high dynamic range shooting. Off p.74
Enhances the texture and surface details of the subject. Off p.76
Activates the Shake Reduction function. On –
u/30p p.44
Playback Menu
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Slideshow
Quick Zoom Sets the initial magnification when magnifying images. Off –
B1
Highlight Alert
Auto Image Rotation
Protect All Images Protects all stored images at once. – –
Delete All Images Deletes all stored images at once. – –
Display Duration Sets an image display interval. 3sec.
Screen Effect Sets a transition effect when the next image is displayed. Off
Repeat Playback
Auto Movie Playback Plays back movies during the slideshow. On
Starts the slideshow again from the beginning after the last
image is displayed.
Sets overexposed areas to blink red in Standard Information
Display or Histogram Display in playback mode.
Rotates images which were captured with the camera held
vertically or of which the rotation information has been changed.
Off
Off –
On p.80
p.80
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Set-up Menus
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
1
Introduction
Language/W Changes the display language. English p.37
Date Adjustment Sets the date and time and the display format. 01/01/2015 p.37
World Time
Text Size Magnifies the text size when selecting a menu item. Std. p.37
D1
Sound Effects
LCD
Display
LCD Display Settings Adjusts the brightness, saturation and th e colo r of the monitor. 0 –
USB Connection
HDMI Out
Folder Name Sets the folder name in which images are stored. Date p.106
Create New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card. – p.107
D2
File Name Sets the file name assigned to an image. IMGP/_IMG p.108
File No.
Copyright Information
Guide Display
Display Color
Sequential
Numbering
Reset File Number
Switches between the date and time display of your hometown
city and that of a specified city.
Switches the operation sound on/off and changes the volume
for In-focus, AE-L, Self-timer, Remote Control, Change AF
Point, One Push File Format, Shake Reduction, and Wi-Fi
operations.
Displays the operation guides when the capture mode
is changed.
Sets the display color of the status screen, control panel
and menu cursor.
Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to
a computer.
Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device
with an HDMI input terminal.
Continues the sequential numbering for the file name when
a new folder is created.
Resets the file number setting and returns to 0001 each time
a new folder is created.
Sets the photographer and copyright information embedded
in the Exif data.
Hometown p.105
Volume 3/
All On
On p.39
1p.38
MSC p.82
Auto p.81
On
–
Off p.109
–
p.108
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Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
Flicker Reduction
Auto Power Off
Other Indicator
Lamps
Indicator
D3
Lamps
Wi-Fi Activates the built-in Wi-Fi function. Off p.89
Reset
Pixel Mapping Maps out and corrects any defective pixels on the sensor. – p.119
Dust Removal Cleans the sensor by shaking it. Off p.119
Sensor Cleaning
D4
Format Formats a memory card. – p.38
Firmware Info/Options
Certification Marks
Self-timer
Remote Control
Cuts down on the screen flicker by setting the power
frequency.
Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically
if no operations are made for a certain period of time.
Lights up the main switch lamp, self-portrait shutter button
lamp, and E lamp when the power is turned on.
Lights up the remote control receiver lamp during the
countdown for Self-timer shooting.
Lights up the remote control receiver lamp during the standby
and countdown for Remote Control shooting and after
Remote Control shooting.
Resets the settings of the direct keys and for the items of the
A menu, C menu, B menu, D menu, control panel, and
playback mode palette.
Locks the mirror in the up position for cleaning the sensor
with a blower.
Displays the camera’s firmware version. You can check
the current firmware version before running an update.
Displays the certification marks of conformance to wireless
technical standards.
50Hz –
1min. p.36
High
On
On
––
–p.120
––
–p.138
p.10
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Custom Setting Menus
Menu Item Function Default Setting Page
1
Introduction
1 EV Steps Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. 1/3 EV Steps p.48
2 Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step p.51
3 Meter Operating Time Sets the meter operating time. 10sec. –
4 AE-L with AF Locked
E1
5 Link AE and AF Point
6 Auto EV Compensation
7 Bulb (B) Mode Options Sets the camera operation when pressing 0 in M mode. Type1 –
8 Bracketing Order Sets the order for Bracketing shooting. 0 - + p.62
9 One-Push Bracketing Shoots all frames with one release when using Bracketing. Off p.62
10 Interval Shooting Options
11 AF in Interval Shooting
E2
12 WB Adjustable Range
13 WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting when using a flash.
14 AWB in Tungsten Light
Sets whether to lock the exposure value when the focus
is locked.
Sets whether to link the exposure and AF point in the focusing
area.
Automatically compensates the exposure when the correct
exposure cannot be achieved with the current settings.
Sets whether to start counting the time of interval from when
exposure starts or when exposure ends for Interval Shooting,
Interval Composite, and Interval Movie Record.
Sets whether to lock the focus position used when the first
picture is taken or perform autofocus for each exposure for
Interval Shooting and Interval Composite.
Sets whether to automatically fine-tune the white balance
when the light source is specified for the white bal ance setting .
Sets the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is set
to [Auto White Balance].
Interval p.65
Locks focus at
1st exposure
Auto White
Balance
Correction
Off –
Off p.52
Off –
p.65
Fixed p.69
p.69
Strong
p.69
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