Pentax Optio 30 Operating Manual

Digital Camera

Operating Manual

To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.

Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Optio 30 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.

Regarding copyrights

Images taken using the Optio 30 that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, industrial enterprise or as items for 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

• The SD logo is a trademark.

• PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.

• Optio is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.

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

• This product supports PRINT Image Matching II. When used in combination, PRINT Image Matching II enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions. Copyright PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.

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

To users of this camera

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

• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is

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

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

FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA

Sufficient attention has been paid to the safety of this product but please pay particular attention to the warnings indicated by the following symbols during use.

Warning

Caution

Warning

• Do not attempt to take the camera apart or remodel the camera. High voltages are present within the camera, and there is therefore a danger of electric shocks.

• If the inside of the camera should become exposed as a result of, for example, the camera being dropped, please do not under any circumstances touch such exposed portions, as there is a danger of receiving an electric shock.

• Wrapping the strap of the camera around your neck is also dangerous. Please take care that small children do not hang the strap around their necks.

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

• Use an AC adapter of the power and voltage specified for exclusive use with this product. The use of an AC adapter other than that specified exclusively for use with this product may cause fire or electric shocks.

• If the camera emits smoke or a strange smell, or in the event of any other irregularity, stop using the camera immediately, remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter and contact your nearest PENTAX service center. Continued use of the camera may result in fire or electric shock.

• Discontinue use of the AC adapter during thunderstorms. This can cause a fire or electrical shock.

These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user may experience serious difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.

These symbols indicate that it is possible that the user may experience minor or middling difficulties or physical difficulties if the warnings are not heeded.

Caution

• Never try to disassemble or short the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode.

• Do not charge any batteries other than rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The battery could explode or catch fire. Of the batteries that can be used in this camera, only the Ni-MH battery can be recharged.

• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.

• If any of the battery leakage should come in contact with skin or clothes, wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use, so please take care, as there is a risk of low temperature burns if such portions are held for long periods of time.

• Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns.

• Do not discharge the flash while it is touching your clothing as there is a risk of discoloring.

• Should the LCD be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or eyes or in your mouth.

Care to be Taken During Handling

• Take the international warranty card with you when you travel abroad. Also take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.

• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or during travelling). PENTAX is not responsible for consequential damages (costs incurred as a result of taking pictures, loss of benefits that were to be obtained through taking pictures) arising from failure of this product.

• The lens on this camera is not exchangeable. The lens is not removable.

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

• Places of high temperature and humidity should be avoided. Particular care should be taken regarding vehicles, which can become very hot inside.

• Storing the camera where pesticides and chemicals are handled should be avoided. Remove from case and store in a well-ventilated place to prevent the camera from becoming moldy during storage.

• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid, wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth.

• Ensure that the camera is not subjected to substantial vibrations, shocks or pressure. Place the camera on a cushion for protection when the camera is subjected to the vibrations of a motorbike, car, or ship, etc.

• The temperature range in which the camera can be used is 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

• The liquid crystal display will become black at temperatures of approximately 60°C (140°F) but will return to normal when normal temperatures are returned to.

• The response speed of the liquid crystal display becomes slow at low temperatures. This is due to the properties of the liquid crystal and is not a fault.

• Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in order to maintain high-performance.

• If the camera is subjected to rapid temperature changes, condensation may form on the inside and outside of the camera. Therefore put the camera in a bag or plastic bag, and take the camera out when the difference in temperature has subsided.

• Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, salt, etc. as this may cause damage to the camera. If rain or drops of water get onto the camera, please wipe dry.

• Refer to “Precautions when using an SD Memory Card” (p.16) regarding the SD Memory Card.

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

• Be careful not to sit down with the camera in your back pocket as this may damage the exterior of the camera or the LCD monitor.

• When using a tripod with the camera, be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket on the camera.

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

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

CONTENTS......................................................................................4

Contents of the Operating Manual....................................................7

Checking Package Contents ............................................................8

Names of Parts.................................................................................9

Names of Operating Parts..............................................................10

Getting Started 11

Attaching the Strap.............................................................................11

Powering the Camera .........................................................................12

Installing the Batteries ....................................................................12

Using the AC Adapter (optional) .....................................................14

Installing / Removing the SD Memory Card .....................................15

Turning the Camera On and Off ........................................................17

Playback Only Mode.......................................................................17

Initial Settings .....................................................................................18

Setting the Display Language.........................................................18

Setting the Date and Time ..............................................................19

Setting the Recorded Pixels and the Quality Levels.......................20

Quick Start 22

Taking Still Pictures............................................................................22

Playing Back Still Pictures.................................................................24

Playing Back Images ......................................................................24

Playing Back Previous or Next Images ..........................................24

Common Operations 26

Using the Button Functions...............................................................26

Capture Mode.................................................................................26

Playback Mode...............................................................................27

Setting the Menus ...............................................................................28

How to Display the Menus ..............................................................28

Basic Operation of the SIMPLE Menu............................................29

SIMPLE Menu List ..........................................................................29

Basic Operation of the FULL Menu ................................................31

FULL Menu List ..............................................................................33

Taking Pictures 35

Setting the Shooting Functions.........................................................35

Changing the Mode ........................................................................35

Displaying Shooting Information in Capture Mode .........................37

Selecting the Focus Mode..............................................................38

Selecting the Flash Mode...............................................................40

Selecting the Recorded Pixels........................................................41

Selecting the Quality Levels ...........................................................42

Adjusting the Color Balance according to Lighting

(White Balance)..............................................................................44

Changing the AF Area (Focusing Area) .........................................45

Setting the Light Metering Range to Determine the Exposure

(AE Metering) .................................................................................46

Setting the Sensitivity .....................................................................47

Setting the Image Sharpness .........................................................48

Setting the Color Saturation ...........................................................49

Setting the Image Contrast.............................................................50

Taking Pictures ...................................................................................51

Setting the Functions (Program Mode)...........................................51

Selecting the Picture Mode according to the Shooting Scene

(Picture Mode) ................................................................................52

Taking Panorama Pictures (Panorama Assist Mode).....................55

Using the Self-Timer.......................................................................57

Continuous Shooting

(Continuous Shooting / Multi Continuous Shooting).......................58

Using the Zoom ..............................................................................59

EV Compensation...........................................................................61

Taking Movie Pictures (Movie Picture Mode) .................................62

Changing the Recorded Pixels Setting

When Taking Movie Pictures..........................................................64

Changing the Color Mode Setting When Taking Movie Pictures.... 66

Taking Time-lapse Movie Pictures (Fast Fwd Movie).....................68

Saving the Settings (Memory) ...........................................................70

Saving the Menu Items (Memory) ..................................................70

Playback / Deleting 72

Playing Back Images ..........................................................................72

Playing Back Still Pictures..............................................................72

Zoom Display..................................................................................72

Displaying Shooting Information in Playback Mode .......................73

Nine Image Display ........................................................................74

Playing Back Movie Pictures ..........................................................75

Copying Files ......................................................................................76

Deleting Images ..................................................................................78

Deleting a Single Image .................................................................78

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

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) .....................................80

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)..................................................81

Printing Single Image .....................................................................81

Printing All Images..........................................................................83

Printing Directly from the Camera Connected to a Printer

(PictBridge)..........................................................................................84

Connecting the Camera to the Printer............................................84

Printing Single Image .....................................................................85

Printing All Images..........................................................................86

Printing Using the Printing Service Settings (DPOF)......................86

Disconnecting the Camera from the Printer ...................................87

Editing / Settings 88

Editing Images ....................................................................................88

Changing the Image Size ...............................................................88

Trimming Images............................................................................90

Editing Images with Digital Filters...................................................92

Camera Settings..................................................................................94

Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory ................ 94

Changing the Date Style and Date / Time ......................................95

Changing the Display Language ....................................................95

Changing the Start-up Screen / Background Color ........................96

Sleep Timeout ................................................................................98

Setting Auto Power Off...................................................................98

Changing the USB Connection Mode.............................................99

Resetting to Default Settings [Reset]..............................................99

Appendix 100

Messages...........................................................................................100

Troubleshooting................................................................................102

Main Specifications ..........................................................................104

Optional Accessories .......................................................................106

WARRANTY POLICY.........................................................................108

Contents of the Operating Manual

This operating manual contains the following chapters.

1 Getting Started ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains what you need to do after purchasing the camera before you start taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.

2 Quick Start––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains the simplest way to take pictures and play back images. Use it if you want to start taking pictures straightaway.

3 Common Operations –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains common operations such as the functions of the buttons and how to use the menus. For more details, refer to the respective [Taking Pictures], [Playback / Deleting] and [Editing / Settings] chapters.

4 Taking Pictures ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains the various ways of capturing images and how to set the relevant functions, including how to use the virtual mode dial to change the capture mode and how to select the Picture mode best suited to the shooting scene.

5 Playback / Deleting –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to play back images and how to delete images on the camera.

6 Editing / Settings–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This chapter explains how to edit images and how to set the camera-related functions.

7 Appendix –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

This tells you about the messages displayed on the LCD monitor and what to do in the event of trouble.

The meanings of the symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.

Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.

e,H,A,B,J,

L,I,C,K,E,

C,F

Shows information useful to know.

Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.

Icons displayed above titles represent the capture modes that can be used with that function. Ex.

Setting the Image Sharpness

eHABJLICKEF

Checking Package Contents

Camera

Optio 30

USB cable

I-USB6 (*)

Operating Manual

(PC Connection Manual)

About items marked with (∗) ∗ Items marked with (∗) are also available as optional accessories. For other

optional accessories, refer to the list on page 106.

AA Alkaline batteries (2) Operating Manual

Strap

O-ST18 (∗)

Software

(CD-ROM) S-SW18

(this manual)

∗Type of AC plug cord

D-CO2A Australia / D-CO2B United Kingdom / D-CO2E Europe / D-CO2H Hong Kong / D-CO2J Japan / D-CO2K Korea / D-CO2U North America, Canada

Names of Parts

Front

Back

Shutter release button

Power switch

Self-timer lamp

Flash

DC input terminal

USB output terminal

Lens

Viewfinder lamp (red) Viewfinder

Strap lug

LCD monitor

Battery / Card cover

Tripod socket

Names of Operating Parts

)/i button

Zoom/f/y button

b/Z button

OK button

Four-way controller (2345)

Q Playback button MENU button

Guide indications

A guide to available button operation is displayed on the LCD monitor during operation. The buttons are indicated as shown below.

Four-way controller (2) 2 Zoom/f/y button Four-way controller (3) Four-way controller (4) Four-way controller (5) MENU button Z button Q Playback button

3 for digital zoom y 4 for trimming 5

i button

Q OK button

Getting Started

Attaching the Strap

Pass the narrow end of the strap through the strap lug and pass the other end through the loop.

Getting Started

Powering the Camera

Getting Started

Battery / Card cover

(Using AA batteries)

2 2

(Using CR-V3)

Installing the Batteries

Install batteries in the camera. Use one CR-V3, or use two AA lithium batteries, AA Ni-MH batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.

1 Slide the battery / card cover in the direction indicated

by the arrow and flip the cover open.

2 Insert the batteries according to the +- indicator in

the battery chamber.

Close the battery / card cover and push horizontally to lock.

When using for a prolonged period, please use the AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) (p.14).

• CR-V3 battery, AA alkaline and AA lithium batteries are not rechargeable.

• Do not open the battery / card cover or remove the batteries when the power switch is on.

• If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, remove the batteries. Otherwise, the batteries may leak.

• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long time, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time” (p.19).

• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted backwards may cause malfunction.

Number of Captures and Playback Time (At 25°C, with new batteries)

Captures (Using flash 50% of the time)

Image storage

capacity

CR-V3 Approx. 600 CR-V3 Approx. 520 min.

Ni-MH batteries Approx. 420 Ni-MH batteries Approx. 340 min.

AA alkaline batteries Approx. 140 AA alkaline batteries Approx. 240 min.

• These figures are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. Results may vary depending on the capture mode and shooting conditions.

Playback

Playback time

• Generally, battery performance temporarily deteriorates as the temperature decreases. When the camera is used in a cold environment, keep this product warm by holding it in some protection against cold or inside the clothes. Battery performance once deteriorated due to low temperature will be recovered when the batteries are returned to room temperature.

• Due to the characteristics of AA alkaline batteries, camera performance may deteriorate at low temperatures. Use of other batteries (such as CR-V3) is recommended when using the camera at low temperatures.

• Be sure to take a spare battery with you when travelling abroad or to a cold region or if you intend to take a lot of pictures.

• You can maximize battery life by turning off the LCD monitor, and using the viewfinder to take pictures.

Battery Level Indicator

You can check the battery level by the * symbol displayed on the LCD monitor.

(lit green) : Adequate power remains.

↓

(lit green) : Battery is running low.

↓

(lit yellow) : Battery is running very low.

;

↓

(lit red) : Battery is exhausted.

↓

[Battery Depleted] : After the message is displayed, the camera will turn off.

Getting Started

To power outlet

Getting Started

Using the AC Adapter (optional)

If you intend to use the LCD monitor for a long time or connect the camera to a PC, use of the AC adapter D-AC5 (optional) is recommended.

1 Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC

input terminal on the camera.

2 Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. 3 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

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

• Make sure connections are secure between the camera, AC adapter, AC plug cord terminal and power outlet. If the cord becomes disconnected while the data is being recorded on the SD Memory Card, the data may be lost.

• When using the AC adapter, be sure to read the operating manual accompanying the AC adapter D-AC5.

• You cannot charge Ni-MH batteries in the camera by connecting the AC adapter. To charge Ni-MH batteries, use an Ni-MH battery charger.

Installing / Removing the SD Memory Card

SD Memory Card

This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted (? icon on the LCD monitor), or in the Built-in memory if no card is inserted (@ icon on the LCD monitor). Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.

1 Slide the battery / card cover in the direction indicated

by the arrow and flip the cover open.

2 Insert the SD Memory Card so the label (the side with

the 2 symbol) is facing toward the LCD monitor and push the card in until it clicks.

3 Close the battery / card cover and push horizontally to

lock.

To remove the card, eject the card by pressing it in the direction indicated by the arrow and pull it out.

Getting Started

Data Backup

Very occasionally, data stored in the Built-in memory becomes unreadable. As a backup measure, we recommend that you download important data to a PC or store the data in a media other than the Built-in memory.

Precautions when using an SD Memory Card

Getting Started

• Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the battery / card cover.

• The SD Memory Card has a write-protect switch. Moving the switch to the [Lock] position prevents the recording and deleting of data and the formatting of the card and protects all saved data.

• When you purchase the SD Memory Cards, access the PENTAX website and confirm beforehand if they have compatibilty with your camera. Inquiries on the card compatibility can also be answered by your nearest PENTAX service center.

• SD Memory Cards formatted on a PC or device other than the camera cannot be used. Be sure to format the card with the camera.

• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removed immediately after camera use. Be careful.

• Do not remove the card or turn off the camera when recording data or playing back images from the SD Memory Card, or when connected to a PC with the USB cable. This could cause data loss or card damage.

• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Do not get it wet or leave it in a high temperature location.

• New cards or cards used in another camera must be formatted before use. For more information about formatting the card, see “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.94).

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while the card is being formatted. The card may be damaged and become unusable.

• Data stored on an SD Memory Card may be deleted under the following conditions. PENTAX does not accept any liability regarding deleted data. (1) When the user mishandles the SD Memory Card (2) When the SD Memory Card is placed in a location with static electricity or

electrical interference (3) When the card is not used for a long time (4) When the card, the AC adapter, or battery is removed while recording or

reading data on the SD Memory Card

• The SD Memory Card has a finite operating life. The stored data may become unreadable after long periods of disuse. Please periodically backup important data onto your PC.

• Avoid using or storing your card where static electricity or electrical interference can occur.

• Do not use or store your card where it may be exposed to sudden temperature changes, condensation, or direct sunlight.

Write-protect switch

Turning the Camera On and Off

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Power switch

Q Playback button

Press the power switch.

The camera will turn on. The lens cover opens and the lens extends. Press the power switch again to turn the camera off.

Card check feature

When the camera is turned on and the Built-in memory is being used, @ appears on the LCD monitor. When the SD Memory Card is being used, ? appears on the LCD monitor. When the SD Memory Card write-protect switch is set to LOCK, Y appears and images

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Playback Only Mode

Press the power switch while pressing the Q Playback button to activate the Playback Only mode.

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Getting Started

• When the camera is turned on in Playback Only mode, the lens does not extend.

• To switch from Playback Only mode to Capture mode, press the power switch twice to turn the camera off and then on again.

Playing Back Still Pictures 1 p.72

Initial Settings

Getting Started

Power switch

Four-way controller OK button

If the initial settings screen appears when you turn the camera on, follow the procedure below to set the display language and current date and time. If the date and time that appear at the bottom right of the LCD monitor are not the current date and time, follow the instructions for “Changing the Date Style and Date / Time” (p.95) to set the correct date and time. The Initial Settings are not needed if the above screens do not appear.

Setting the Display Language

You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Japanese.

1 Turn the camera on. 2 Use the four-way controller (45)

to select the display language.

The default setting is English.

3 Press the OK button.

Initial Settings

English

Français

Deutsch Español

Italiano

Exit OK

You can change the setting after it has been made. Refer to “Changing the Display Language” (p.95).

Setting the Date and Time

Set the current date and time, and the display style.

Use the four-way controller ( to select the date and time display style.

)

Date Adjust

Date Style

Exit OK

01 01

/ /

00 00

mm/dd/yy

2004

Getting Started

24h

2 Press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 will be displayed above and below “24h”.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Exit OK

mm/dd/yy

01 01 2004

00 00

24h

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

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

4 Press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 will be displayed above and below the month.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Exit OK

mm/dd/yy

01 01 2004

12 00

12h

5 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the month. 6 Press the four-way controller (5).

2 and 3 will be displayed above and below the day.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Exit OK

mm/dd/yy

01 01 2004

12 00

12h

7 Use the four-way controller (23)

to change the day and press the four-way controller (5) again.

Getting Started

2 and 3 will be displayed above and below the year.

Date Adjust

Date Style

Exit OK

mm/dd/yy

03 01 2004

12 00

8 Repeat step 7 to change the [year], [hour], and

[minutes].

9 Press the OK button.

The camera is ready to take a picture. When you set the date and time using the MENU button, you will return to the Menu screen. Press the OK button again.

• When you finish the settings and press the OK button to set the date and time, the camera clock is reset to 00 seconds.

• When the initial settings screen is displayed, you can cancel the settings operation and switch to Capture mode by pressing the MENU button. If this is done, the initial settings screen will be displayed next time you turn the camera on.

• You can change the settings after they have been made. Refer to “Changing the Date Style and Date / Time” (p.95).

Setting the Recorded Pixels and the Quality Levels

You can set the size and quality of the recorded pixels to correspond with the application of the image. A much clearer image can be obtained and printed when both the recorded sizes and the pixel quality star levels are greater.

12h

Use the [A Rec. Mode] menu for setting. See “Basic Operation of the FULL Menu” (p.31) , “Selecting the Recorded Pixels” (p.41) and “Selecting the Quality Levels” (p.42) for the setting procedure.

Selecting Recorded Pixels and Suitable Applications

2048×1536 Suitable for printing on A4 paper

1600×1200 Suitable for printing on A5 paper

1024×768 Suitable for printing on postcards

640×480 Suitable for attaching to e-mails or for creating websites

The default setting is [2048×1536].

Selecting Quality Levels and Suitable Applications

Best Lowest compression ratio. Suitable for photo prints.

Better

Good

Standard compression ratio. Suitable for viewing the image on a computer screen.

Highest compression ratio. Suitable for attaching to e-mails or creating websites.

The default setting is [C].

Approximate Number of Recordable Images, Recorded Pixels

and Quality Levels

Quality Level

Recorded Pixels

2048×1536 7 13 19

1600×1200122028

1024×768 25 46 58

640×480 54 84 103

• The above table indicates the number of images when using the Built-in memory (16MB).

• The above table is based on standard shooting conditions specified by PENTAX and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, capture mode, SD Memory Card, etc.

Best

Better

GoodEMovie pictures

(320×240)

42 sec. 155 sec.

Movie pictures

(160×120)

Getting Started

Settings in the SIMPLE Menu

This camera has two types of menus: SIMPLE menu, which can set commonly used functions, and FULL menu, which can set all functions. In the SIMPLE menu, the recorded pixels and quality level are set together with Image Quality.

Basic Operation of the SIMPLE Menu 1p.29

Quick Start

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Taking Still Pictures

Viewfinder lamp (red) Power switch Shutter release button

Quick Start

Zoom/f/y button

LCD monitor

For the simplest procedure to take still pictures: The flash fires automatically depending on the light conditions.

1 Press the power switch.

The camera will turn on.

2 Confirm the subject and shooting

information on the LCD monitor.

The focus frame in the middle of the LCD monitor indicates the zone of automatic focusing. You can change the size of the subject by pressing the Zoom button.

x : Makes the subject bigger w : Makes the subject smaller

You can check the size of the subject by looking through the viewfinder.

Focus frame

3 Press the shutter release button halfway.

The focus frame on the LCD monitor will light green when the camera is in focus.

4 Press the shutter release button.

The image will be displayed on the LCD monitor for 1.5 seconds (Instant Review) and recorded on the SD Memory Card or in the Builtin memory. (The viewfinder lamp blinks slowly while the image is being recorded.)

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Using the Shutter Release Button

The shutter release button works in a two-step action as follows.

• Press halfway

When the shutter release button is pressed lightly (halfway), the focus, exposure and white balance are locked. You can find the following information on the LCD monitor and the viewfinder lamp.

1. Autofocus frame

If the subject is in focus, the frame will light green. If the subject is out of focus, the frame will light red.

2. Viewfinder lamp

The viewfinder lamp (red) lights when the flash charge is completed. The viewfinder lamp blinks when the flash is charging. You cannot take a picture while the flash is charging or the camera is recording an image.

• Press down fully

The picture is taken.

[Poor focusing conditions] The camera may not focus if the subject is in a condition shown below. Lock the focus on something that is the same distance away as the subject (press the shutter release button halfway), and press the shutter release button fully when you have composed your picture.

• Objects that lack contrast such as a blue sky or white walls

• Dark places or objects, and conditions that prevent light being reflected back

• Finely patterned objects

• Fast moving objects

• When an object in the foreground and one in the background are in the same picture

• Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background)

Quick Start

Instant Review

The Instant Review default setting is 1.5 seconds. During this time you can delete the image by pressing the

i button (the [Delete] menu will be

displayed), and selecting [Delete], and then pressing the OK button.

Quick Start

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Playing Back Still Pictures

i button

Quick Start

Four-way controller OK button Q Playback button

Playing Back Images

You can display the still picture.

1 Press the Q Playback button

after taking a picture.

The image taken will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Playing Back Previous or Next Images

Still pictures can be played back one at a time, proceeding either forward or backward.

1 Press the Q Playback button after taking a picture.

An image will be displayed on the LCD monitor.

2 Press the four-way controller (45).

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displays the previous image.

displays the next image.

Deleting a Displayed Image

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During this time you can delete the image by pressing the i button (the Delete screen will be displayed), press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete], and then pressing the OK button. Press the shutter release button halfway or fully to return to capture mode.

Exit

Exit OK

• When the screen is changed to the playback screen, the image with the largest file number will be displayed first.

• You can enlarge the image displayed on the LCD monitor by pressing

x/y on the Zoom/f/y button.

• In the case of movie pictures, the first frame will be displayed.

• If there are no images stored, the [No image] message will be displayed.

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Delete

Cancel

All images

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Quick Start

Common Operations

Using the Button Functions

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Common Operations

The buttons on your camera will function differently in different camera modes.

Capture Mode

) button

Changes the capture mode as follows. Macro mode (1p.38), Infinity-landscape mode (1p.38), Manual focus mode (1p.38)

Zoom button

Changes the size of the subject on the LCD monitor or viewfinder. (1p.59)

b button

Changes the flash mode. (1p.40)

Four-way controller (45)

Changes the EV compensation. (1p.61)

Four-way controller (2)

Selects Self-timer mode or Continuous Shooting mode. (1p.57, 58)

Four-way controller (3)

Displays the virtual mode dial and changes the capture mode. (1p.35)

OK button

Determines the menu item.

Q Playback button

Switches to Playback mode. (1p.35)

MENU button

Displays SIMPLE menu or [A Rec.Mode] menu. (1p.33)

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Playback Mode

i button

Deletes the image. (1p.78)

Zoom/f/y button

Press y during normal playback to change the size of the Zoom Display image displayed on the LCD monitor. (1p.72) Press f during normal playback to display nine images at once. (1p.74)

Z button

Protects the image from deletion. (1p.80)

Four-way controller (45)

Plays back previous or next image. (1p.24)

Four-way controller (2)

Sets the DPOF settings. (1p.81)

OK button

Saves the function selected by the menu item. (1p.29, 31) When pressed in [Zoom Display] or [Nine Image Display] mode, changes to normal playback mode. (1p.72, 74)

Q Playback button

Switches to Capture mode.

MENU button

Displays SIMPLE menu or [Q Playback] menu. (1p.29, 33)

Common Operations

Setting the Menus

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When you press the MENU button, the menus are displayed on the LCD monitor. You can set functions, save the settings, and change the camera settings on these menus. This camera has two types of menus: SIMPLE menu, which can set commonly used functions, and FULL menu, which can set all functions.

How to Display the Menus

Common Operations

1 Press the MENU button in Capture

or Playback mode.

The SIMPLE menu screen is displayed by default.

2 Press the Zoom/f/y button.

The FULL menu screen is displayed. Press Zoom/f/y again to display the SIMPLE menu screen.

Image Quality Movie Digital Zoom

Take using settings below.

Recorded pixels 2048x1536

Quality level

Exit

Exit OK

SIMPLE Menu

Rec. Mode

Recorded Pixels Quality Level White Balance Focusing Area AE Metering

Exit OK

SIMPLE

FULL Menu

Superior

FULL

2048x1536

AWB Multiple

The menu setting is saved even when the camera is turned off. If the camera is turned off with the FULL menu displayed, the FULL menu will be displayed the next time the camera is turned on.

When switching from the FULL menu to the SIMPLE menu, the settings not available in the SIMPLE menu will be reset to the initial settings.

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