Pentax Q7 Operating Manual

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Introduction

Digital Camera

PENTAX Q7

Operating Manual

Getting Started

Shooting

Playback

Settings

Appendix

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

Checking the Contents of the Package

Hot shoe cover FK

(Installed on camera)

Battery charger

D-BC68P

Operating Manual

(this manual)

Lenses that can be used with the PENTAX Q7

Lenses that can be used with the camera are Q-mount lenses. A K-mount lens can be attached to the camera with the use of the optional Adapter Q for K Mount Lens. (p.73)

Q body mount cover

(Installed on camera)

AC plug cord USB cable

Strap

O-ST131

I-USB7

Rechargeable lithium-ion

battery D-LI68

Software (CD-ROM)

S-SW133

Introducing the PENTAX Q7

Getting Started

Taking Pictures

Playback Functions

Changing the Settings

Appendix

How to Use This Manual

Introducing the PENTAX Q7............... p.7

Gives you an overview of the PENTAX Q7. Read this and get to know your Q7!

F Names and Functions of the Working

Parts ..........................................................p.7

F How to Change Function Settings ........... p.13

F Menu List .................................................. p.15

Getting Started......................................... p.21

Explains how to get your PENTAX Q7 ready for shooting as well as basic operations.

F Attaching a Lens ......................................p.21

F Using the Battery and Charger ................ p.22

F Inserting a Memory Card ......................... p.24

F Initial Settings ........................................... p.25

F Basic Shooting Operation ........................p.27

F Reviewing Images ....................................p.28

Taking Pictures ........................................ p.29

Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures!

F Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ... p.29

F Setting the Exposure ................................ p.33

F Using the Built-in Flash ............................ p.34

F Focusing ................................................... p.36

F Setting the Drive Mode ............................. p.38

F Setting a File Format ................................ p.43

F Adjusting the Color and Brightness

of Images ................................................. p.43

F Controlling the Image Finishing Touch ..... p.46

Playback Functions ................................ p.50

Explains various operations for playing back and editing images.

F Playback Mode Palette Items .................. p.50

F Changing the Playback Method ............... p.51

F Connecting the Camera to a Computer ... p.55

F Editing and Processing Images ............... p.56

Changing the Settings........................... p.62

Explains how to change other settings.

F Camera Settings ...................................... p.62

F File Management Settings ....................... p.65

Appendix..................................................... p.69

Provides various resources.

How to Use This Manual

F Restrictions on Each Capture Mode ............. p.69

F Functions Available with Various Lenses ..... p.72

F Functions when Using an External Flash ..... p.74

F Troubleshooting ............................................ p.75

F Main Specifications ....................................... p.78

F Index ............................................................. p.85

F For Using Your Camera Safely ..................... p.89

F Care to be Taken During Handling ............... p.90

F WARRANTY POLICY ................................... p.93

Contents

How to Use This Manual .......................... 2

Contents

Introducing the PENTAX Q7 ..................... 7

Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...........7

Buttons and Dials ........................................................... 8

Monitor Display ............................................... ............... 9

How to Change Function Settings ........................13

Using the Direct Keys ......................................... ......... 13

Using the Control Panel ............................................... 13

Using the Menus .......................................................... 14

Menu List ..............................................................14

Rec. Mode Menus ............................................... ......... 15

Movie Menu ................................................................. 17

Playback Menu ............................................................ 17

Set-up Menus .............................................................. 17

Custom Setting Menus ................................................ 19

Getting Started ........................................ 21

Attaching a Lens ...................................................21

Using the Battery and Charger .............................22

Charging the Battery .................................................... 22

Inserting/Removing the Battery ................................... 22

Using the AC Adapter .................................................. 23

Inserting a Memory Card ......................................24

Initial Settings .......................................................25

Turning the Camera On ............................................... 25

Setting the Display Language ...................................... 25

Setting the Date and Time ........................................... 26

Formatting a Memory Card .......................................... 26

Basic Shooting Operation .................................... 27

Reviewing Images ................................................ 28

Taking Pictures........................................ 29

Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode ............. 29

Scene Modes ............................................................... 29

Blur Control Mode ........................................................ 30

Exposure Modes ................................................ .......... 31

Movie Mode .................................................... ............. 32

Setting the Exposure ............................................ 33

Sensitivity ..................................................................... 33

AE Metering ................................................................. 34

Using the Built-in Flash ........................................ 34

Focusing .............................................................. 36

Focus Method .............................................................. 36

Setting the Autofocus Method ...................................... 36

Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) ............ 37

Setting the Drive Mode .........................................38

Continuous Shooting .................................................... 39

Self-timer Shooting ........................................... ........... 40

Remote Control Shooting ............................................. 40

Exposure Bracketing .................................................... 41

Multi-exposure ................................................ ............. 41

Interval Shooting ............................................. ............. 42

Interval Movie Record .................................................. 42

Setting a File Format ............................................ 43

Still Pictures ................................................................. 43

Movies .......................................................................... 43

Adjusting the Color and Brightness of Images ......43

White Balance ................................................. ............. 43

Adjusting Brightness .................................................... 45

Controlling the Image Finishing Touch .................46

Custom Image ............................................................. 46

Digital Filter .................................................................. 47

Saving Frequently Used Functions

to the Quick Dial .......................................................... 48

Playback Functions ................................. 50

Playback Mode Palette Items ...............................50

Changing the Playback Method ............................51

Displaying Multiple Images .......................................... 51

Displaying Images by Folder ....................................... 52

Displaying Images by Shooting Date ........................... 52

Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) .......... 53

Displaying Rotated Images .......................................... 53

Connecting the Camera to an AV Device .................... 54

Connecting the Camera to a Computer ................55

Editing and Processing Images ............................56

Changing the Image Size ............................................ 56

Removing the Red-eye Effect ...................................... 57

Processes images with Digital Filters ..........................57

Creating a Composite Image (Index) ........................... 58

Editing Movies ............................................................. 59

RAW Development ...................................................... 60

Changing the Settings ............................. 62

Camera Settings .................................................. 62

Setting the M/V Functions ........................................ 62

Saving the Settings of a Captured Image .................... 63

Displaying the Local Date and Time

of the Specified City ......................................... ............ 64

Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera ................... 65

File Management Settings ................................... 65

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ................... 65

Selecting the Folder/File Number Settings .................. 66

Transferring Images via Wireless LAN ........................ 67

Setting Print Information (DPOF) ................................. 68

Appendix.................................................. 69

Restrictions on Each Capture Mode .................... 69

Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions ... 71

Functions Available with Various Lenses ............. 72

Using a K-Mount Lens ................................................. 73

Functions when Using an External Flash ............. 74

Troubleshooting ................................................... 75

Error Messages ............................................................ 76

Main Specifications .............................................. 78

Operating Environment for USB Connection

and Provided Software ................................................. 83

Index .................................................................... 85

For Using Your Camera Safely ............................ 89

Care to be Taken During Handling ....................... 90

WARRANTY POLICY .......................................... 93

Contents

Introduction

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.

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.

Names and Functions of the Working Parts

Hot shoe

Strap lug

Battery

cover

Monitor

Speaker

AF assist light/

Self-timer lamp

Strap lug

Remote control receiver

Card cover

CMOS sensor

Connection cable cover

Tripod socket

Remote control receiver

Card access lamp

Lens mount index (red dot)

Built-in flash

Lens information contacts

Microphone

HDMI terminal (Type D)

Terminal cover

PC/AV terminal

Introduction

Buttons and Dials

Introduction

1 E-dial (V)

Sets the shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation values. (p.31)

You can change the settings when the control panel is displayed. (p.13) You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen is displayed. (p.14) In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display multiple images at the same time. (p.51)

2 Mode dial

Changes the capture mode. (p.27)

3 Shutter release button

Press to capture images. (p.28) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.

4 Quick dial

You can save your preferred shooting settings and then retrieve them easily later on. (p.48)

5 Lens unlock button

Press to detach a lens. (p.21)

6 Playback button (B)

Switches to playback mode. (p.28) Press the button again to switch to capture mode.

7 Flash pop-up switch

Slide to pop up the built-in flash. (p.35)

8 Power switch

Press to turn the camera on and off. (p.25)

9 EV compensation button (J)

Press to change the exposure compensation and aperture values. (p.31) In playback mode, the JPEG data remaining in the buffer memory is saved in RAW format. (p.28)

0 Green/Delete button (M/L )

200 0

F2. 8

160 0

200 0

F2. 8

160 0

Cu stom Ima ge Br ight

St anda rd I nfo rma tio n D isp lay

Resets the values being adjusted. Also, you can assign a function to this button. (p.62) Press to delete images during playback. (p.28)

a OK button (E)

When the control panel or a menu is displayed, press this button to confirm the selected item.

b Four-way controller (ABCD)

Displays the Sensitivity/White Balance/Flash Mode/ Drive Mode setup menu. (p.13) When the control panel or a menu is displayed, use this to move the cursor or change the item to set. Press B during playback to display the playback mode palette. (p.50)

c MENU button (F)

Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.14)

d INFO button (G)

Changes the style of the display on the monitor. (p.9, p.11)

Monitor Display

Capture Mode

When the camera enters capture mode, the subject and the current shooting function settings are displayed on the monitor. This state is referred to as “standby mode”. Press G in standby mode to display the “control panel” and change settings. (p.13) If you press G while the control panel is displayed, you can change the type of information displayed in standby mode. (p.11)

Custom Image Bright

2000

F2.8

16003737

Standby mode

(Standard Information Display)

Standard Information Display

2000

F2.8

Shooting Info Display

16003737

selection screen

Control panel

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Standby Mode

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19 20

2000

F2.8

1600

1 Capture mode (p.29) 17 Electronic Level 2 Flash Mode (p.34)

(vertical) 3 Drive Mode (p.38) 18 AF frame 4 White Balance (p.43) 19 Reset exposure 5 Custom Image (p.46) 6 HDR Capture (p.45)/

Digital Filter (p.47)

7 w mode

compensation value

20 Interval Shooting/

Multi-exposure (p.41)/

Smart Effect (p.49) 8 File Format 21 AE Lock 9 AE Metering (p.34) 22 Shutter speed

10 Shake Reduction/

Movie SR

23 Aperture value

24 EV bar scale 11 Battery level 25 Sensitivity (p.33) 12 Turning the focus ring in

w mode (p.37)

13 Temperature warning 28 Image storage capacity 14 Eye-Fi communication

status 15 Histogram 16 Electronic Level

26 ND Filter 27 Memory card

29 Face detection frame

(when [Autofocus Method] is set to [Face Detection]) (p.36)

(horizontal)

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tMemo

• The displayed items vary depending on the current camera setup.

• In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the style of the display in standby mode. (p.16)

Control Panel

A mode

Custom Image Bright

99999

C mode

Exposure Setting Program AE

99:59´59˝

1 Function name 8 AE Metering (p.34) 2 Setting 9 ND Filter 3 Custom Image (p.46)/

S mode (p.29)

4 Digital Filter (p.47) 12 Focus Peaking (p.38) 5 HDR Capture (p.45) 13 Distortion Correction 6 Highlight Correction (p.45) 715File Format (p.43)

Shadow Correction (p.45)

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15 16 17

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1613 19 20 17

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10 Focus Method (p.36) 11 Autofocus Method (p.36)

14 Aspect Ratio (p.43)

16 JPEG Recorded Pixels

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St anda rd I nfor mat ion Disp lay

200 0

F2. 8

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+0. 3

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and Quality Level (p.43)/ Movie Recorded Pixels (p.43)

17 Shake Reduction/

Movie SR

18 Exposure Setting

20 Recording Sound Level 21 Destination (p.64) 22 Current date and time 23 Memory card 24 Number of recordable

still pictures/movie recordable time

19 Framerate

tMemo

• Items that can be selected vary depending on the current camera setup.

• If no operations are made within 1 minute while the control panel is displayed, the camera will return to standby mode.

• You can change the display color of the control panel and menus in [LCD Display] of the D1 menu. (p.18)

Shooting Info Display

If you press G while the control panel is displayed, you can select the type of information displayed in standby mode. Use CD to select the type and press E.

Standard Information Display

No Information Display

An image and the current shooting function settings are displayed.

Only an image is displayed.

Display Off Nothing is displayed on the monitor.

uCaution

• [Display Off] cannot be selected in C mode.

Playback Mode

The captured image and shooting information are displayed in single image display of the playback mode. Press G to select the type of information displayed in single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E.

100-0001

2000

F2.8

200

Single image display

(Standard Information Display)

Standard Information Display

Detailed Information Display

Histogram Display

RGB Histogram Display

No Information Display

+0.3

Captured image, file format, exposure value, and operation guide indicators are displayed.

Detailed information on how and when the image was taken is displayed. (p.12)

Captured image and brightness histogram are displayed. (p.12) Not available during movie playback.

Captured image and RGB histogram are displayed. (p.12) Not available during movie playback.

Only the captured image is displayed.

Standard Information Display

2000

Playback Info Display

selection screen

F2.8

200

100-0001

+0.3

tMemo

• The screen selected in 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 always appears first when the camera is turned on. (p.65)

3 menu, the [Standard Information Display]

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G1A 1

55. 0mm

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Introduction

Detailed Information Display

Still pictures

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05/05/2013

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1600

10:30AMAM

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12 13 14 15

22 23 24 25 26 27

1817 19 20 21

Movies

536

125

F8.0

05/05/2013

10'10"

55.0mm

125

10:30AMAM

100-0001

0.0

G1A1

12 13 14 15

23 35 25 26 27

1817 19 34

1 Captured image 13 Aperture value 2 Capture mode (p.29) 14 Sensitivity (p.33) 3 Transferred via Eye-Fi

(p.67)

5 Protect setting (p.65) 17 Shadow Correction 6 Folder number-File

7 Drive Mode (p.38) 19 Smart Effect (p.49) 8 AE Metering (p.34) 20 Flash Mode (p.34) 9 Shake Reduction/

10 Lens focal length 22 File Format (p.43) 11 Focus Method (p.36) 23 JPEG Recorded Pixels 12 Shutter speed

number (p.66) 18 Distortion Correction

Movie SR

15 EV Compensation 16 Highlight Correction

(p.45)4 DPOF setting (p.68)

(p.45)

21 Flash Exposure

Compensation

(p.43)/Movie Recorded Pixels (p.43)

24 JPEG Quality (p.43) 31 Custom Image setting 25 ND Filter

(p.46) 26 White Balance (p.43) 32 Custom Image 27 White Balance

fine-tuning 33 Recording time 28 Shooting date and time 34 Sound 29 Color Space 35 Framerate (p.43) 30 HDR Capture (p.45)/

Digital Filter (p.47)

parameters

Histogram Display/RGB Histogram Display

Use AB to switch between the Histogram Display and RGB Histogram Display.

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F2.8

200

7 8 9 10 11

Brightness histogram

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7 8 9 1110

RGB histogram

F2.8

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+0.3

1 Histogram (Brightness) 7 File Format 2 Switch RGB histogram/

Brightness histogram

8 Shutter speed

9 Aperture value 3 DPOF setting 10 Sensitivity 4 Protect setting 11 EV Compensation 5 Folder number-File

number

12 Histogram (R) 13 Histogram (G)

6 Save RAW Data 14 Histogram (B)

How to Change Function Settings

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The camera functions and their settings can be selected and changed by using the following ways.

Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode.

Control panel

Menus Press F.

Press G in standby mode. (indicated with the v mark in this manual)

Using the Control Panel

You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in standby mode.

Use ABCD to select an item.

Aspect Ratio

Introduction

Using the Direct Keys

Sensitivity p.33

White Balance p.43

Flash Mode p.34

Drive Mode p.38

WXYZ

Use V to change settings.

Aspect Ratio

Cancel

Press F to cancel setting operation.

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Press E to confirm the selected item and return to the control panel.

Using the Menus

As pect Rat io Fi le F orma t

Im age Capt ure Se tti ngs

JP EG R ecor ded Pi xel s JP EG Q uali ty

Cu stom Ima ge Di gita l Fi lte r

Im age Capt ure Se tti ngs AF /MF Sett ing s AE Met erin g

Ex it

HD R Ca ptur e

Di stor tion Co rre cti on

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Most functions are set from the menus. Functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus.

Introduction

Menu numbers

1 2 3

ND Filter Distortion Correction D-Range Settings High-ISO NR Shake Reduction Input Focal Length

Exit

50mm

1 23

Custom Image Digital Filter HDR Capture Image Capture Settings AF/MF Settings AE Metering

Exit

Press F to exit the menu screen.

Press D to display the pop-up menu.

Use V to switch the menu tabs.

Use AB to select an item.

1 23

Custom Image Digital Filter HDR Capture Image Capture Settings AF/MF Settings AE Metering

Exit

Press D to display the submenu.

Press F to cancel the pop-up menu.

tMemo

• In capture mode, the A1 menu is always displayed first when F is pressed. To display the menu tab selected the last time first,

set in [15. Save Menu Location] of the E3 menu.

• Settings are returned to their default values with [Reset] of the D3 menu (excluding some functions).

1 2 3

ND Filter Distortion Correction D-Range Settings High-ISO NR Shake Reduction Input Focal Length

Cancel

Use AB to select an item.

Press E to confirm the selected item.

Image Capture Settings Aspect Ratio File Format

JPEG Recorded Pixels JPEG Quality

Press F to return to the previous screen.

Menu List

Rec. Mode Menus

Custom Image

Digital Filter

HDR Capture

Image Capture Settings

AF/MF Settings

AE Metering

Aspect Ratio

File Format

JPEG Recorded Pixels

JPEG Quality

Focus Method

Autofocus Method

AF Assist Light

MF Autozoom

Focus Peaking

Item Function Default Setting Page

Sets the image finishing touch such as color and contrast before shooting an image.

Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.47

Enables capturing images with high dynamic range. Off p.45

Sets the horizontal and vertical ratio of images.

Sets the file format of images. JPEG

Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format.

Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format.

Selects the autofocus or manual focus mode.

Selects the autofocus method in v mode.

Sets whether to use the assist light when autofocusing in dark locations.

Magnifies the monitor display and makes it easier to focus on the subject.

Emphasizes the outline of the subject in focus and makes

it easier to check the focus.

Selects the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure.

Multi-segment p.34

Bright p.46

Multiple AF

Points

On p.36

Off p.37

Off p.38

p.43

p.36

Introduction

ND Filter

Distortion Correction

Introduction

D-Range Settings

High-ISO NR

Shake Reduction

Input Focal Length

Live View

Instant Review

Quick Dial Assigns functions to the quick dial. Smart Effect p.48

Green Button

Memory Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off.

*1 The functions can also be set from the control panel.

Item Function Default Setting Page

Electronic Level

Grid Display Displays the grid in standby mode. Off

Histogram Display Displays the histogram in standby mode. Off

Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red in standby mode. Off

Display Time Sets the Instant Review display time. 1sec.

Zoom Instant Review Sets whether to display magnified image during Instant Review. Off

Save RAW Data Sets whether to save the RAW image during Instant Review. On

Delete Sets whether to delete the image during Instant Review. On

Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Instant Review. Off

Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Instant Review. Off

Green Button Assigns a function to M. Green Button p.62

Action in M/TAv Mode E-dial in Program Sets the value to change when V is turned in G mode. P SHIFT p.62

Sets whether to use the ND filter built-in to the lens. Off -

Reduces distortions occurring due to lens properties. On -

Expands the dynamic range and prevents bright and dark areas from occurring.

Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity.

Activates the Shake Reduction function. On -

Sets the focal length when using a lens for which focal length information cannot be obtained.

Displays the camera angle (horizontal and vertical) in standby mode.

Sets the action for when M is pressed in L / K mode. P LINE p.63

Auto p.45

Auto p.34

0.0 mm p.73

All On except

Focus Position/

Digital Filter/

HDR Capture

p.10

p.28

p.65

Movie Menu

Exposure Setting

Digital Filter

Movie Capture Settings

Recording Sound Level

Movie SR

*1 Can also be set from the control panel.

Item Function Default Setting Page

Sets whether to adjust the shutter speed and aperture value manually.

Applies a digital filter effect when taking pictures. No Filter p.47

Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate

of the movie.

Sets the volume level for recording. Volume level 3 -

Activates the Movie Shake Reduction function. On -

Playback Menu

Slideshow

Quick Zoom Sets the initial magnification when magnifying images. Off -

Highlight Alert

Auto Image Rotation

Delete All Images Deletes all saved images at once. - -

Item Function Default Setting Page

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.

Bright (overexposed) portions blink red in Standard Information Display or Histogram Display in playback mode.

Images are rotated when playing back images captured with the camera held vertically or images for which the rotation information has been changed.

Auto p.33

u/30 fps p.43

Off

Off -

On p.53

p.53

Introduction

Set-up Menus

Introduction

Language/W Changes the display language. English p.25

Date Adjustment Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.26

World Time

Sound Effects

LCD Display

LCD Display Settings Adjusts the brightness and the color of the monitor. 0 -

Flicker Reduction Cuts down on screen flicker by setting the power frequency. 50Hz -

Interface Options

Folder Name Sets the naming system for folders to store images. Date p.66

Create New Folder Creates a new folder on the memory card. - p.66

File No.

Eye-Fi Sets the camera action for when an Eye-Fi card is used. Off p.67

Item Function Default Setting Page

Switches the displayed date and time to that of your hometown or a specified city.

Switches the operation sound on/off and changes the volume for In-focus, AE-L, Self-timer, Remote Control, One Push File Format and Shutter Sound.

Guide Display

Display Color Sets the display color of the control panel and menus. 1

Video Out

HDMI Out

USB Connection

Sequential Numbering

Reset File Number Resets the file number and starts numbering from 0001 again. -

Sets whether to display the operation guides when the capture mode is changed.

Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with a video input terminal.

Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with an HDMI input terminal.

Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer.

Sets whether to continue the sequential numbering for the file name even if a new folder is created.

Hometown p.64

Volume 3

Shutter Sound: 1

Others: On

-p.54

Auto p.54

MSC p.75

p.11

p.66

Power Saving

Auto Power Off

Reset

Pixel Mapping

Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it. - p.76

Format Formats a memory card. - p.26

Firmware Info/Options

Item Function Default Setting Page

Enables saving battery power by setting the display to dim automatically if no operations are made within 5 seconds.

Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no operations are made for a certain period of time.

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.

Maps out and corrects any defective pixels on the CMOS sensor.

Displays the camera’s firmware version. If an update file is saved on your card, you can run the update.

Custom Setting Menus

On -

1 min. p.25

-p.14

-p.76

Introduction

1. Lens Shutter Options

2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 1 EV Step p.34

3. AE-L with AF Locked

4. Link AE and AF Point

5. Bracketing Order Sets the order for Exposure Bracketing shooting. 0 - + p.41

6. WB When Using Flash Sets the white balance setting when using flash.

Item Function Default Setting Page

Sets whether to use the lens shutter and/or the electronic shutter.

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 during multi-segment metering.

Lens shutter only p.72

Auto White

Balance

Off -

Off p.34

p.44

7. AWB in Tungsten Light

8. AF Release Options

Introduction

9. AF with Remote Control

10. Focus Ring in AF Mode Disables the focus ring operation during v mode. Enable p.36

11. Flash When Retracted Sets whether to discharge the built-in flash when retracted. Discharge Flash p.35

12. Release While Charging

13. Color Space Sets the color space to use. sRGB -

14. Save Rotation Info Sets whether to save rotation information when shooting. On p.53

15. Save Menu Location

16. Auto SR Off

Reset Custom Functions Resets all the settings in the E 1-3 menus to the defaults. - -

Item Function Default Setting Page

Sets the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is set to g (Auto White Balance).

Sets the action priority for when the shutter release button is fully pressed in v mode.

Sets whether to use autofocus when shooting with a remote control unit.

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

The last menu tab displayed on the monitor is saved, and it is displayed again the next time F is pressed.

Automatically turns off the Shake Reduction function when Self-timer or Remote Control is set.

Subtle

Correction

Focus-priority p.36

Off p.40

Off p.35

Reset Menu

Location

Enable

Auto SR Off

p.14

p.39

Attaching a Lens

1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Remove the body mount

cover (1) and lens mount cover (2).

After removing the cover, be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward.

3 Align the lens mount index

(red dots: 3) on the camera and the lens, and secure by turning the lens clockwise until it clicks.

To remove the lens Attach the lens cap → turn the lens counterclockwise while pushing the lens unlock button (4).

uCaution

• If the lens is removed while the power is on, the shutter release button will be locked. Do not attach or remove the lens while the power is on.

• When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust.

• Keep the body mount cover on the camera when a lens is not attached.

• Be sure to attach the lens mount cover and lens cap to the lens after removing it from the camera.

• Do not insert your fingers inside the lens mount of the camera or touch the CMOS sensor.

• The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning.

• We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.

Getting Started

Using the Battery and Charger

Use the battery D-LI68 and battery charger D-BC68P exclusively developed for this camera.

Charging the Battery

Getting Started

1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. 2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.

Indicator lamp

Battery charger

3 Face the A mark on the

battery up, and insert it into the battery charger.

The indicator lamp is lit while charging and turns off when the battery is fully charged.

AC plug cord

uCaution

• Do not use the battery charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than D-LI68. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.

• Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases:

• If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery

is inserted correctly

•

If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after being charged (the battery may have reached the end of its service life)

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• The maximum charging time is approximately 115 minutes (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F).

Inserting/Removing the Battery

uCaution

• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may not be removed.

• Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.

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

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

• Remove the battery when you will not use the camera for a lo ng t ime . Th e bat ter y ma y le ak a nd d ama ge t he ca mer a if lef t installed during prolonged periods of non-use. If the removed battery will not be used for six months or longer, charge the battery for about 30 minutes before storing it. Be sure to recharge the battery every six to twelve months.

• Store the battery in a location where the temperature will remain at or below room temperature. Avoid locations with high temperatures.

• The date and time may be reset if you leave the battery out of the camera for long periods of time. If this happens, set the current date and time.

1 Slide the battery cover

in the direction of 1.

Insert the battery until it locks into place with the facing toward the lens.

To remove the battery, push the battery lock lever in the direction of 3.

mark

3 Close the battery cover, and

slide it in the direction of 5.

tMemo

• The battery level may not be displayed properly if the camera is used at low temperatures or when performing continuous shooting for a long time.

• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and keep them warm

in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature.

• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, or taking a lot of pictures.

Using the AC Adapter

We recommend the use of the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device.

1 Make sure that the camera is turned off, and open

the battery cover.

Remove the battery if it is inserted in the camera.

2 Pull down the connection

cable cover (1) on the bottom side of the battery chamber, and insert the DC coupler into the battery chamber.

To remove the DC coupler, push the battery lock lever in the direction of 2.

Getting Started

3 Close the battery cover.

Pull out the connection cable from the connection cable cover section.

Getting Started

4 Connect the DC coupler and the AC adapter.

5 Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord,

and plug the cord into the power outlet.

uCaution

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

• Make sure connections are secure between the terminals. The memory card or data may be corrupted if the connection to the power supply is lost while the card is being accessed.

• After removing the DC coupler, return the connection cable cover to its original position.

• Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit before using the AC adapter.

Inserting a Memory Card

This camera uses a commercially available SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, or SDXC Memory Card. An SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card) can also be used. (In this manual, they are referred to as memory cards.)

1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the card cover

in the direction of 1.

3 Insert the card all the way

with the memory card label facing toward the monitor.

Push the memory card in once to remove.

4 Close the card cover, and

In itia l Se ttin g

Se ttin gs c ompl ete

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En glis h

Ne w Yor k

slide it in the direction of 4.

Initial Settings

Turn the camera on and make the initial settings

uCaution

• Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp is lit.

• If the card cover is opened while the power is on, the camera will turn off. Do not open the cover while the camera is in use.

• Use this camera to format (initialize) a memory card that is unused or has been used on other devices. (p.26)

• Use a high-speed memory card when recording movies. If a write speed cannot keep up with a recording speed, the writing may stop during recording.

Turning the Camera On

1 Press the power switch.

Press the switch again to turn off the camera. The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [Language/

] screen appears.

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•

The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. (Default setting: 1min.) You can change the setting in [Auto Power Off] of the

3 menu.

Setting the Display Language

1 Use ABCD to select the desired language

and press E.

The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language. Proceed to Step 6 if F (Hometown) does not need to be changed.

Initial Setting

New York

Settings complete

Cancel

English

2 Press B to move the frame

to F and press D.

The [F Hometown] screen appears.

Getting Started

3 Use CD to select a city.

Ho meto wn

Ne w Yor k DS T

Ca ncel

In itia l Se ttin g

Se ttin gs c ompl ete

Ca ncel

En glis h

Ne w Yor k

Da te F orma t

Da te Ad jus tmen t

Da te

01/ 01/201 3

Tim e

00: 00

Se ttin gs c ompl ete

mm /dd /yy

24h

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Da te F orma t

Da te Ad jus tmen t

Da te

01/ 01/201 3

Tim e

00: 00

Se ttin gs c ompl ete

mm /dd /yy

24h

Ca ncel

Da te F orma t

Da te Ad jus tmen t

Da te

05/ 05/201 3

Tim e

10: 00

Se ttin gs c ompl ete

mm /dd /yy

24h

Ca ncel

Use V to change the region. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.82) for cities that can be selected as a hometown.

4 Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time),

Getting Started

and use CD to select S or T.

5 Press E.

The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen.

6 Press B to select [Settings

complete] and press E.

The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.

Setting the Date and Time

1 Press D, and use AB

to select the date format.

2 Press D, and use AB to select 24h or 12h.

3 Press E.

The frame returns to [Date Format].

Hometown

New York DST

Cancel

Initial Setting

New York

Settings complete

Cancel

Date Adjustment Date Format

Date

Time

Settings complete

Cancel

English

mm/dd/yy

01/01/2013

00:00

4 Press B, and then press D.

The frame moves to the month if the date format is set to [mm/dd/yy].

5 Use AB to set the month.

Set the day, year and time in the same manner.

6 Press B to select [Settings

complete] and press E.

The camera switches to capture mode and is ready to take apicture.

tMemo

• You can change the language and date and time settings

from the D1 menu. (p.18)

Formatting a Memory Card

24h

1 Press F.

The A1 menu appears.

2 Use V to display D4 menu.

3 Use AB to select [Format] and press D.

The [Format] screen appears.

Date Adjustment Date Format

Date

Time

Settings complete

Cancel

Date Adjustment Date Format

Date

Time

Settings complete

Cancel

mm/dd/yy

01/01/2013

00:00

mm/dd/yy

05/05/2013

10:00

24h

4 Press A to select [Format]

Fo rmat

Ca ncel

Al l da ta w ill be dele ted

Fo rmat

Format

and press E.

Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.

uCaution

• Do not remove the memory card while formatting, or the card may be damaged.

• Formatting deletes all data, both protected and unprotected.

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• When a memory card is formatted, the volume label assigned to the card is “Q7”. When this camera is connected to a computer, the memory card is recognized as a removable disk with the name “Q7”.

All data will be deleted

Format Cancel

Basic Shooting Operation

Take pictures in R mode in which the camera automatically selects the optimal capture mode.

1 R emo ve t he fr ont len s ca p by

pushing the top and bottom portions as indicated in the illustration.

2 Turn the camera on. 3 Set the mode dial to R .

Dial indicator

Getting Started

The selected capture mode

Au to P ictu re

200 0

F2. 8

160 0

is displayed on the monitor (Guide Display).

4 View the subject on the monitor.

Getting Started

5 When using a zoom lens,

turn the zoom ring to the right or left to adjust the composition of the image.

6 Position the subject inside

the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway.

The AF frame turns green and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus.

y Setting the Sound Effects (p.18)

7 Press the shutter release button fully.

The captured image is displayed on the monitor (Instant Review).

Available operations

L J

y Setting the display for Instant Review (p.16)

Deletes the image.

Saves the RAW image.

2000

Auto Picture

F2.8

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AF frame

Reviewing Images

Review the captured image on the monitor.

1 Press B.

The camera enters playback mode and the most recently captured image is displayed (single image display).

2 Review the captured image.

Available operations

C D L V

to the right

V to the left Thumbnail display (p.51) J

tMemo

• When Jv is displayed on the monitor, the JPEG image

that was just taken can also be saved in RAW format (Save RAW Data).

Displays the previous image.

Displays the next image.

Deletes the image.

Magnifies the image (up to 16×). Use

ABCD

Press M to return the display area to the center.

Saves the RAW image (only when the data is available).

Changes the type of information displayed (p.11)

to change the display area.

Selecting the Appropriate

Po rtra it

Fo r ca ptur ing por trai ts. Re prod uces a h eal thy an d br ight ski n t one

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Capture Mode

Select the capture mode that suits the subject and shooting conditions. The following capture modes are available on this camera.

Capture Mode Application Page

(Auto Picture modes)

(Scene modes)

(Blur Control mode)

G/I/J/L (Exposure modes)

(Movie mode)

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• The functions that can be set vary depending on the capture mode. Refer to “Restrictions on Each Capture Mode” (p.69) for details.

The camera automatically selects the optimal capture mode from

(Portrait), c (Landscape), d (Macro),

(Night Scene Portrait), g (Sunset),

(Blue Sky) or i (Forest).

(Standard),

You can choose the capture mode from various scene modes.

Enables you to create a picture that looks as if it was taken with a wideopen aperture and shallow depth of field, by shooting multiple images with different focus positions and merging them into a single image.

Changes the shutter speed and aperture value.

Records a movie. p.32

p.27

p.29

p.30

p.31

Scene Modes

1 Set the mode dial to S.

The Scene mode selection screen appears.

2 Use ABCD to select a

scene mode and press E.

For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone

Cancel

Portrait

Landscape

Macro

Moving Object For capturing images of fast moving subjects.

Night Scene

Portrait

Sunset

Blue Sky

Forest

Night Scene Used for shooting at night.

Night Scene

HDR

Night Snap For taking snapshots in poorly lit place.

HDR

For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone.

For capturing landscape views. Reproduces the vivid green of trees.

For capturing tiny objects at close focus range like flowers, coins, jewelry, and more.

For capturing images of people in low light conditions, such as dusk or at night.

For capturing sunrises or sunsets in beautiful, vivid color.

For capturing images of blue sky. Produces a more impressive deep blue.

Enhances colors of trees and sunbeams through foliage and produces a vivid color image.

Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure levels to create a single composite image with them.

Captures 3 images to generate a single HDR image and provides a wider dynamic range.

Portrait

Shooting

For quick capture of tiny objects at close

200 0

F2. 8

160 0

focus range.

For capturing images of food. Saturation will be rather high to make food look appetizing.

For capturing moving kids. Reproduces healthy and bright skin tone.

For capturing images of dazzling backgrounds, such as snowy mountains.

Produces a silhouette image of subject in backlight condition.

For capturing moving subjects in poorly lit place.

For capturing images in places where a flash is prohibited.

Shooting

Quick Macro

Food

Pet For capturing moving pets.

Kids

Surf & Snow

Backlight

Silhouette

Candlelight For capturing scenes in candlelight.

Stage Lighting

Museum

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• You can change the scene mode from the control panel or the A1 menu.

Blur Control Mode

1 Set the mode dial to U.

2000

F2.8

2 Use V to adjust the level

of blur.

Check the blur effect in the image by viewing it in playback mode.

uCaution

• The Blur Control mode is available only when an AF lens is used. (p.72)

• Do not move the camera while taking a picture.

• Some functions cannot be used in this mode. (p.69)

• The blur effect may not turn out as well as expected for the following situations and objects:

• When the contrast is low overall

• Fountains and other objects that change color or shape

constantly

• Moving objects

• Small objects

• Objects at the edge of the screen

• Backlit scenes

• When a special filter is used

• Far-off objects

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Exposure Modes

200 0

F2. 8

160 0

200 0

F2. 8

160 0

+1. 7

±0EV

x: Available #: Restricted ×: Not available

Mode

Program Automatic

Shutter

Speed

Change

Aperture

value

Change

Sensitivity

EV Com

pensation

Change

Exposure

Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure

Aperture Priority Automatic Exposure

Manual Exposure

*1 You can set the value to be changed in [Green Button] of the A3

menu. (p.62)

*2 When the sensitivity is set to [ISO AUTO], the camera operates

in K (Shutter & Aperture Priority Automatic Exposure) mode.

xx x

1 Set the mode dial to G, I, J or L.

D appears next to the value

that can be changed.

2000

F2.8

1600

2 Use V to adjust the value.

3 In L mode, press J (1),

and use V (2) to change the aperture value.

In G/I/J mode, the exposure compensation value can be adjusted (from -3 to +3 EV in increments of 1/3 EV) by the same operation.

Available operations

+1.7

2000

F2.8

1600

EV bar scale

Starts/ends adjusting the compensation value.

Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

±0EV

Shooting

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F2. 8

160 0

10' 30"

• Exposure Bracketing shooting enables you to take pictures while automatically changing exposure. (p.41)

• A proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed and aperture value when the sensitivity is set to the fixed value.

•In L mode, the difference from the proper exposure is displayed in the EV bar scale while the shutter speed or aperture value is adjusted.

• You can set the function of the M button for when the camera

is in L/K mode. Set in [Green Button] of the A3 menu.

Shooting

(p.63)

• Sensitivity values higher than ISO 1600 are not available when the shutter speed is set to 2 seconds or slower in I/L mode.

Bulb Shooting

1 Set the mode dial to L. 2 Turn V to the left.

V appears after the slowest

shutter speed.

3 Press the shutter release button.

The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed (up to 30 seconds).

4 Take your finger off the shutter release button.

Exposure ends.

F2.8

1600

uCaution

• Bulb shooting is available only when using a lens that has a lens shutter. (p.72)

• Some functions cannot be used in this mode. (p.69)

Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) When [Preview] is assigned to M in [Green Button] of the

A3 menu, you can check the depth of field before taking pictures. (p.62)

Movie Mode

1 Set the mode dial to C.

Use V and J to adjust the exposure compensation value when [Exposure Setting] of the C1 menu is set to o.

2 Press the shutter release button halfway.

3 Press the shutter release button fully.

Movie recording starts.

R blinks at the top left of the screen.

When [Focus Method] is set to v, press E to perform autofocus.

4 Press the shutter release button fully.

Movie recording stops.

Sound

10'30"

Recordable Time

uCaution

10' 00"

100 -0001

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100

3200

100

ISO

• When recording a movie with sound, the camera operation sounds are also recorded.

• When recording a movie using any image processing function, such as Digital Filter, some frames may be omitted from the recorded movie file.

• If the internal temperature of the camera becomes high during recording, the recording may be terminated.

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• You can change the movie settings from the control panel or the C1 menu. (p.17)

• You can record a movie continuously up to 4 GB or 25 minutes. When the memory card is full, recording stops and the movie is saved.

• You can also use an optional remote control unit to record a movie. Select Q in the Drive Mode screen. (p.40)

Playing Back Movies

10'00"

Available operations

A D

Press and hold D Fast-forwards playback.

Press and hold C Fast-reverses playback.

Plays back/pauses a movie.

Forwards a frame (when paused).

Reverses a frame (when paused).

100-0001

B V J

Stops playback.

Adjusts the volume (6 levels).

Saves the displayed frame as a JPEG file (when paused).

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• In [Movie Edit] of the playback mode palette, movies can be divided or selected frames can be deleted. (p.59)

Setting the Exposure

Sensitivity

1 Press A in standby mode. 2 Use AB to select an item.

100

ISO

Cancel

3200

100

Automatic adjustment

ISO

(default setting)

AUTO

The upper limit can be changed.

Sets a fixed value

ISO

between ISO 100 to ISO 12800.

3 Use V to change the value. 4 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

Shooting

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Au to F lash Dis cha rge

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0.0

• Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity in [2. Sensitivity

Steps] of the E1 menu (default setting: 1 EV Step).

• Captured images may show more noise if a higher sensitivity is set. You can reduce image noise by using [High-ISO NR] of the A2 menu.

Applies Noise Reduction at optimally

Auto

calculated levels throughout ISO range.

Shooting

Low/High

(Default setting)

Applies Noise Reduction at constant chosen level throughout ISO range.

AE Metering

Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. Set in the control panel or [AE Metering] of the A1 menu.

The sensor meters the brightness in multiple different zones. (Default setting)

Multisegment

Centerweighted

Spot

In backlit locations, this mode automatically adjusts exposure. In [4. Link AE and AF Point] of the E1 menu, you can link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area.

Metering is weighted at the center of the sensor. The sensitivity increases at the center and no automatic adjustment is performed even during backlit scenes.

The brightness is measured only within a limited area at the center of the sensor. Useful when the subject is small.

v/A1

Using the Built-in Flash

1 Press C in standby mode. 2 Use CD to select an item.

Auto Flash

Discharge

Auto Flash

+Red-eye Reduction

Flash On Discharges a flash for each picture.

Flash On

+Red-eye Reduction

Slow-

speed Sync

Slow-speed

Sync+Redeye

Trailing

Curtain

Sync

Flash Off The flash is deactivated.

Automatically measures the ambient light and determines whether to use the flash.

Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before an automatic flash.

Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before the main flash.

Sets to a slow shutter speed. Use this when shooting a portrait with the sunset in the background.

Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before the main flash is discharged with Slow-speed Sync.

Discharges a flash immediately before closing the shutter. Sets to a slow shutter speed. Captures moving objects as if they are leaving a light trail behind them.

Auto Flash Discharge

Cancel

0.0

3 Press B, and use V to

Au to F lash Dis cha rge

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+0. 7

Auto Flash Discharge

compensate the flash output.

Press M to reset the value.

Cancel

4 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

5 Slide the flash pop-up

switch.

uCaution

• Be sure to retract the built-in flash if not planning to use it. Be careful not to get your fingers pinched when retracting the flash.

• The built-in flash discharges even when retracted, which may cause vignetting to occur depending on the lens being used. If you do not want to let the built-in flash discharge while it is retracted, set [11. Flash When Retracted] in the E2 menu.

• You cannot take pictures while the flash is being charged. If you want to take pictures while charging the flash, set [12. Release While Charging] in the E2 menu.

• Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash may be limited. (p.72)

+0.7

tMemo

• The flash modes that can be selected vary depending on the capture mode.

Capture Mode Selectable Flash Mode

R, S U

G, J A, B, C, D, E, F, H, J I L

*1 Fixed to J for some S modes.

• The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from approx. 0.7 m to 5 m. Vignetting may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting).

Sensitivity

• For details on using an external flash, refer to “Functions when Using an External Flash” (p.74).

ISO 100 Approx. 4.9 ISO 1600 Approx. 20

ISO 200 Approx. 7 ISO 3200 Approx. 28

ISO 400 Approx. 10 ISO 6400 Approx. 40

ISO 800 Approx. 14 ISO 12800 Approx. 56

A, J A, B, C, D, J

A, B, C, D, G, J C, D, G, J

Guide

Number

Sensitivity

Guide

Number

Shooting

Focusing

Focus Method

Set [Focus Method] to v or w in the control panel or [AF/MF Settings] of the A1 menu.

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Shooting

•In v mode, when the subject is in a dark location, the AF

assist light is used when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. To change the setting, set [AF Assist Light] in [AF/MF Settings] of the A1 menu.

• You can use M to focus on the subject. In that case,

the autofocus by pressing the shutter release button halfway is disabled. (p.62)

•In v mode, focus ring operations can be disabled to prevent

accidentally moving the lens focus ring and causing the picture to be out of focus. Set in [10. Focus Ring in AF Mode] of the E2 menu.

v/A1

Setting the Autofocus Method

You can choose from the following autofocus methods.

Face Detection

Tracking

Multiple AF Points

Select

Spot

Detects and tracks faces of people. The main face detection frame for AF and AE is displayed in yellow.

Tracks the subject in focus. The shutter can be released by pressing the shutter release button fully even if the subject is not in focus.

Sets the focusing area to the desired area. (Default setting) The sensor is divided into 49 areas (7 horizontal by 7 vertical), and you can select a wider or narrower focusing area by using 25, 9, or just 1 of those 49 areas available.

Sets the focusing area by the number of pixels.

Sets the focusing area to a limited area at the center.

v/A1

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•Fixed to e or f depending on the capture mode. (p.69)

•In v mode, you can take pictures only when the subject is in focus. To take pictures when the subject is not in focus, set [8. AF Release Options] to [Release-priority] in the E2 menu.

• Selecting e, g, h or i enables to lock the focus and recompose the picture while the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Selecting the Desired Focusing Area

You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area).

1 Set [Autofocus Method] to g or h. 2 Press F.

The camera is in standby mode.

3 Press E. 4 Select the AF area.

Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)

1 Set [Focus Method] to w. 2 Press F.

The camera is in standby mode.

3 While viewing the monitor,

turn the focus ring.

The shutter is released by pressing the shutter release button fully even if the subject is not in focus.

Shooting

Available operations

ABCD V

5 Press E.

The AF area is set.

Changes the position of the AF area. When g is selected: increases/reduces

the size of the AF area.

Returns the AF area to the center.

Focusing with the Image Magnified A1

The image in the center of the monitor is automatically magnified when the focus ring is turned.

1 Select [MF Autozoom] in [AF/MF Settings] of A1

menu.

2 Select the magnification level and press E. 3 Press F twice.

The camera is in standby mode.

4 Turn the focus ring.

The image on the monitor is magnified.

Available operations

Shooting

V ABCD

tMemo

• When [Focus Peaking] is set to [On] in the control panel or

[AF/MF Settings] of the A1 menu, the outline of the subject in focus is emphasized and makes it easier to check the focus. This function works in both v and w modes.

Magnifies the image (x2, x4, or x6).

Changes the area to display. Press M to change the display area to the center.

Returns to the original size.

Setting the Drive Mode

You can choose from the following drive modes.

Single Frame

Shooting

Continuous

Shooting (Hi)

Continuous

Shooting (Lo)

Self-timer

(12 sec.)

Self-timer

(2 sec.)

Remote Control

(3 sec. delay)

Remote

Continuous Shooting

Exposure

Bracketing

Exposure

Bracket+ Remote Ctrl

Multi-exposure

Normal capture mode

Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is kept pressed. You can capture up to approx. 5 frames at once. Not available when [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW+].

You can capture up to approx. 100 frames at once.

The shutter is released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

The shutter is released about 2 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

The shutter is released immediately after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed.

The shutter is released about 3 seconds after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed.

Continuous shooting starts when the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed. Continuous shooting ends when the shutter release button is pressed again.

Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure levels. Three images are saved with each release in the order of standard exposure, underexposure and overexposure.

Enables Exposure Bracketing shooting with remote control.

Creates a picture by taking multiple exposures and merging them into a single image.

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Remote Control+

Multi-exposure

Interval Shooting Takes pictures at a set interval from a set time.

Interval Movie

Record

Enables Multi-exposure shooting with the selftimer.

Enables Multi-exposure shooting with remote control.

Takes still pictures at a set interval from a set time and saves it as a single movie file. Available only in C mode.

uCaution

• The Drive Mode settings that can be set vary depending on the capture mode. (p.69)

tMemo

• The Drive Mode setting is saved even after the power is turned off. If [Drive Mode] is set to [Off] in [Memory] of the

A 3 menu, the setting returns to Single Frame Shooting

when the power is turned off. (p.65)

• The Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when Self-timer or Remote Control is selected. If you do not want to turn it off, set [16. Auto SR Off] in the E3 menu.

Continuous Shooting

1 Press D in standby mode.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select M

Continuous Shooting (Hi)

and press B.

Cancel

3 Use CD to select M or N and press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

uCaution

• The number of recordable frames varies according to the set aspect ratio.

• You cannot take pictures while the flash is being charged. If you want to take pictures while the flash is charging, set [12. Release While Charging] in the E2 menu.

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• The focus position is locked in the first frame.

Shooting

Self-timer Shooting

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1 Press D in standby mode.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select O

and press B.

Shooting

3 Use CD to select O or P and press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

4 Press the shutter release button halfway → fully.

The self-timer lamp blinks. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds or 2 seconds.

Self-timer (12 sec.)

Cancel

1 Press D in standby mode.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select Q and

press B.

3 Use CD to select Q, R or S and press E.

The camera returns to standby mode. The self-timer lamp blinks.

4 Press the shutter release button halfway. 5 Point the remote control unit towards the remote

control receiver on the front or back of the camera, and press the shutter release button on the remote control unit.

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• The maximum operating distance of the remote control unit is approx. 4 m from the front of the camera and approx. 5 cm from the back of the camera.

• To use the remote control unit to adjust the focus, set in [9. AF with Remote Control] of the E2 menu.

• When using the Remote Control Waterproof O-RC1, the autofocus system can be operated with the q button. The r button cannot be used.

Remote Control

Cancel

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1 Press D in standby mode.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select T and press B. 3 Use CD to select T or U and press B. 4 Set the bracket value.

The bracket value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV.

Available operations

V J→V Adjusts the exposure compensation

Changes the bracket value.

value.

Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

5 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

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• You can set the bracketing order in [5. Bracketing Order]

of the E1 menu.

Exposure Bracketing

Cancel

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1 Press D in standby mode.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select V and press B. 3 Use CD to select V, W or X, and press B.

4 Use CD to select the

Multi-exposure

Shooting

number of shots.

Select from 2 to 9 shots. Set [Auto EV Adjustment] to T to adjust exposure automatically according to the number of shots.

Number of Shots Auto EV Adjustment

Cancel

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5 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

6 Shoot.

Instant Review is displayed.

Available operations

After the set number of pictures are taken, the camera returns to normal capture mode.

Discards pictures taken up to that point and takes pictures again from the first picture.

Saves pictures taken up to that point and returns to standby mode.

Interval Shooting

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1 Press D in standby mode.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select Y and press B. 3 Use ABCD to set the

Shooting

shooting conditions.

Interval

Number of Shots

Start Interval

Start Time

For taking two or more pictures, set the wait time until the next picture is taken from 3 seconds to 24 hours.

Set the number of shots to be taken from 2 to 999.

Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time.

When [Start Interval] is set to [Set Time], set the time at which to start shooting.

4 Press E to finish the setting.

The camera returns to standby mode.

5 Shoot.

When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. When set to [Set Time], shooting starts at the set time. To cancel shooting, press F. After the set number of pictures are taken, the camera returns to normal capture mode.

tMemo

• The focus position is locked in the first frame.

Interval Shooting

Interval Number of Shots Start Interval

Cancel

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Interval Movie Record

In C mode, you can use [Interval Movie Record] to take still pictures at a set interval from a set time and save them as a single movie file (Motion JPEG, file extension: .AVI).

1 Set the mode dial to C and press D.

The Drive Mode screen appears.

2 Use CD to select Y and press B.

3 Use ABCD to set the

shooting conditions.

Interval Select from 3 sec., 5 sec., 10 sec., 30 sec.,

Recording Time

Start Interval Select whether to take the first picture now

Start Time When [Start Interval] is set to [Set Time],

1min., 5 min., 10 min., 30 min., or 1 hour.

Set the time at which to start and stop recording from 12 seconds to 99 hours. The time that can be set varies depending on [Interval] setting.

or at a set time.

set the time at which to start shooting.

4 Press E to finish the setting.

The camera returns to standby mode.

Interval Movie Record

Interval Recording Time Start Interval

Cancel

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When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. Instant Review is displayed, and then the monitor turns off. After the set number of pictures are taken, the camera returns to normal movie recording mode.

Movies

Set the file format for movies in the control panel or [Movie Capture Settings] of the C1 menu.

Recorded Pixels u (default setting), t, s

Framerate 30 fps (default setting), 25 fps, 24 fps

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Setting a File Format

Still Pictures

Set the file format for still pictures in the control panel or [Image Capture Settings] of the A1 menu.

Aspect Ratio y, x, w (default setting), v

File Format JPEG (default setting), RAW, RAW+

JPEG Recorded Pixels

JPEG Quality m (default setting), l, k

uCaution

• When [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW+], some functions are not available. [RAW] and [RAW+] cannot be selected for some capture modes. (p.69)

tMemo

•

When [File Format] is set to [RAW+], a JPEG image and RAW image with the same file number are saved at the same time.

• By assigning [One Push File Format] to M, you can take pictures with a different file format setting only when the button is pressed. (p.62)

q (default setting), p, o

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Adjusting the Color and Brightness of Images

White Balance

1 Press B in standby mode.

The White Balance setting screen appears.

2 Use CD to select an item.

When k is selected, press B and use CD to select q, r,

s or t.

Auto White Balance

Cancel

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Auto

Daylight Approx. 5,200K

Shade Approx. 8,000K

Cloudy Approx. 6,000K

q Fluorescent - Daylight Color r Fluorescent - Daylight White

s Fluorescent - Cool White t Fluorescent - Warm White

Tungsten Approx. 2,850K

Flash Approx. 5,400K

Color Temperature Enhancement –

Manual 1 to 3 –

Proceed to Step 5 if you do not need to change the parameters.

Color Temperature

Approx. 4,000

to 8,000K

Approx. 6,500K Approx. 5,000K Approx. 4,200K Approx. 3,000K

3 Press J.

The fine-tuning screen appears.

Cancel

Available operations

AB CD M

Adjust: Green-Magenta

Adjust: Blue-Amber

Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

4 Press E.

The screen of Step 2 reappears.

5 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

tMemo

• You can set the white balance for when the flash discharges

in [6. WB When Using Flash] of the E1 menu.

Adjusting the White Balance Manually

Measure the white balance of a location.

1 Select o in Step 2 on p.43 and press B. 2 Use CD to select o1

to o3.

Manual White Balance

SHUTTER

Adjust

Cancel

3 Under the light you wish to measure the white

balance of, select a white area as the subject, and press the shutter release button fully.

Adjust the white balance as necessary. [The operation could not be completed correctly] appears when measuring is unsuccessful. Press E to remeasure the white balance.

4 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

tMemo

• You can copy the white balance settings of a captured image

and save it as o1 to o3 in [Save as Manual WB] of the playback mode palette. (p.50)

Adjusting Brightness

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Highlight Correction/ Shadow Correction

Expands the dynamic range and enables a wider range of tones by the CMOS sensor and reduces the occurrence of overexposed/underexposed areas. Set in the control panel or [D-Range Settings] of the A2 menu.

Highlight Correction Auto

Shadow Correction Auto

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• During HDR Capture, multiple images are combined together to create a single image, so it will take time to save the composite image.

tMemo

• Specific HDR settings are used and HDR Capture cannot be set when k or r of S mode is selected.

Shooting

Cancel

uCaution

• When the sensitivity is set to ISO 100, [Highlight Correction] cannot be set to [On].

HDR Capture v/A1

Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure levels to create a single composite image with them. Set in the control panel or [HDR Capture] of the A1 menu.

uCaution

• This function cannot be used in some capture modes or in combination with some other functions. (p.69)

HDR Capture Off

Cancel

Controlling the Image Finishing

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When you want to take images with a slightly different style, you can set the desired picture style before you start shooting. The following functions are available. Try out the various settings, and find the shooting method that best suits your style.

Custom Image

Shooting

Digital Filter Takes images using various filters.

Smart Effect Takes images using various effects.

Sets the image finishing touch such as [Bright] and [Portrait].

Custom Image

1 Select [Custom Image] from v or A1 menu,

and press E.

The Custom Image setting screen appears.

2 Use ABCD to select

an image finishing touch.

Parameter Adj.

Cancel

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Bright

Proceed to Step 6 if you do not need to change the parameters.

3 Press J.

The parameter setting screen appears.

4 Use AB to select

a parameter.

Available operations

5 Press E.

The screen of Step 2 reappears.

6 Press E. 7 Press F.

The camera returns to standby mode.

Bright Natural Portrait Landscape Vibrant Radiant

CD V

Muted Bleach Bypass Reversal Film Monochrome Cross Processing

Saturation

Cancel

Adjusts the values.

Switches between [Sharpness] and [Fine Sharpness]. (Not available in C mode).

Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured

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The outcome of Cross Processing for Custom Image and Smart Effect varies each time a picture is taken. If you take a cross processed image that you like, you can save the Cross Processing settings used in that image, so you can load and use the same settings again.

1 Press B in single image display of playback mode.

The playback mode palette appears.

2 Use ABCD to select a and press E.

The camera will search for cross processed images starting from the most recent image taken. [No cross processed image] appears if there are no cross processed images.

3 Use V to select a cross

processed image.

Saves this image's Cross

Cancel

4 Use AB to select a number and press E.

The settings of the selected image are saved to [Favorite 1 - 3].

tMemo

• Saved cross processing settings can be loaded by selecting [Cross Processing] in [Custom Image], and selecting [Favorite 1 - 3] for the parameter.

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Processing settings

Save as Favorite 1 Save as Favorite 2 Save as Favorite 3

Digital Filter

1 Select [Digital Filter] from v or A1 menu

and press E.

The Digital Filter setting screen appears.

2 UseABCD to select

a filter.

Select [No Filter] to not shoot with a digital filter.

Toy Camera High Contrast Shading Tone Expansion Invert Color Extract Color

Proceed to Step 6 if you do not need to change the parameters.

3 Press J.

The parameter setting screen appears.

4 Use AB to select a

parameter, and use CD to adjust the value.

Parameter Adj.

Cancel

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Cancel

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The screen of Step 2 reappears.

6 Press E. 7 Press F.

The camera returns to standby mode.

uCaution

• This function cannot be used in some capture modes

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or in combination with some other functions. (p.70)

• Depending on the filter used, it may take longer to save images.

tMemo

• Images can be processed with digital filters in playback mode. (p.57)

Saving Frequently Used Functions to the Quick Dial

One of the following functions can be saved in the quick dial located on the front side of the camera. You can save frequently used functions to the quick dial to easily change the settings.

Smart Effect (default setting) Aspect Ratio

Focus Method Focus Peaking ND Filter

2 Press D, and use AB to

select the function to save.

3 Press E, and then press B. 4 Use AB to select the

position 1-4 of the quick dial.

5 Use CD to select

the desired setting.

Select a Smart Effect setting from those listed below.

Brilliant Color Unicolor Bold Vintage Color Cross Processing Warm Fade

Quick Dial

Smart Effect Aspect Ratio Focus Method Focus Peaking ND Filter

Cancel

Smart Effect

Brilliant Color

Smart Effect

Unicolor Bold

USER 1

USER 2

Cancel

USER 3

Tone Expansion Bold Monochrome Water Color Vibrant Color Enhance USER 1 to 3

1 Select [Quick Dial] in A3 menu and press D.

The [Quick Dial] screen appears.

6 Press E.

The screen of Step 4 reappears. Repeat Steps 4 to 6 to save the settings to the other positions.

7 Press F twice.

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The camera returns to standby mode.

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• The shooting settings of your favorite images can be saved in [USER1 - 3] of [Smart Effect]. You can quickly shoot images with your favorite settings by using the quick dial. (p.63)

Loading Settings for Taking Pictures

You can take pictures with the settings saved in the quick dial. When you use the quick dial to take pictures, priority is given to the settings saved in the quick dial.

Shooting with Smart Effect

1 Save [Smart Effect] for [Quick Dial]. 2 In standby mode, turn the quick dial to select

the position 1 to 4.

3 Press B to change the parameters.

The parameter setting screen appears.

4 Use CD to change

the parameters.

Cross Processing

Shooting

1 In standby mode, turn

the quick dial to select the position 1 to 4.

2 Shoot. 3 After taking pictures, return the quick dial

to the position 0.

The camera returns to the original settings.

uCaution

• You cannot use the menus to change the settings when taking pictures with the quick dial. To change the settings of the quick dial, save other settings again.

Cancel

5 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

uCaution

• This function cannot be used in combination with some other functions. (p.70, 71)

Playback Mode Palette Items

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Playback functions can be specified in the playback mode palette as well as the B1 menu (p.17). Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette.

Item Function Page

Image

Rotation

Digital Filter

Red-eye Edit *1

*1 *2

Resize

Cropping

*1 *2

Index

Protect

*1 *2

DPOF

Slideshow

Playback

Changes the rotation information of images.

Processes images with digital

filters.

Corrects images of a subject

captured with red eyes.

Changes the number of recorded pixels or size of the image.

Crops out only the desired area of an image.

Joins a number of images together and creates an index image with them.

Protects images from being accidentally erased.

Embeds the number of prints and date in images.

Plays back images one after another.

Image Rotation

Rotates captured images. Useful for image playback on TV and other display devices

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Saves the white balance

Save as Manual

settings of the captured image as Manual White Balance.

Saves the settings used for

Save Cross Processing

an image captured in Cross Processing mode of Custom Image or Smart Effect as your “Favorite” settings.

Save Smart

*1 Not available when a movie is displayed. *2 Not available when a RAW image is displayed. *3 Available only when a RAW image is saved. *4 Available only when a movie is displayed.

Effect

RAW Development

Movie Edit

Eye-Fi Image Transfer

Saves the shooting settings of your favorite image to the quick dial.

Converts RAW images

to JPEG format.

Divides a movie or deletes

unwanted segments.

Transfers selected images wirelessly using an optional Eye-Fi card.

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Changing the Playback Method

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1 Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”.

Displaying Multiple Images

You can display 4, 9, 30 or 56 thumbnail images at the same time. (Default setting: 9 Thumbnail Display)

1 Turn V to the left in

playback mode.

The multi-image display screen appears.

INFO

Available operations

ABCD G

Moves the selection frame.

Shows the display style selection screen.

Deletes the selected images.

9 Thumbnail Display

INFO

2 Press E.

The selected image appears in single image display.

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Available operations

ABCD E

Moves the selection frame.

Confirms/cancels the selection of the image to delete.

Shows the selected image in single image display. Use CD to select a different image.

3 Press L.

The delete confirmation screen appears.

4 Select [Select & Delete] and press E.

tMemo

• You can select up to 100 images at a time.

• Protected images cannot be selected.

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1 Turn V to the left in Step 1

of “Displaying Multiple Images”.

The folder display screen appears.

Available operations

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ABCD L

Moves the selection frame.

Deletes the selected folder.

2 Press E.

The images in the selected folder are displayed.

Deleting a Folder

1 Select a folder to delete in Step 1 of “Displaying

Images by Folder”, and press L.

The delete confirmation screen appears.

2 Select [Delete] and press E.

The selected folder and all images in it are deleted. When there are protected images in the folder, select [Delete all] or [Leave all].

Displaying Images by Shooting Date

Images will be grouped and displayed by the shooting date.

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The display style selection screen appears.

2 Select [Calendar

Number of images shot on this date

Filmstrip Display].

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Available operations

AB CD

Selects a shooting date.

Selects an image taken on the selected shooting date.

V to the right Shows the selected image in single

image display.

Deletes the selected image.

3 Press E.

The selected image appears in single image display.

uCaution

• Calendar Filmstrip Display is not available when there are more than 100,000 image files saved on the memory card.

Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow)

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1 Select Z in the playback mode palette.

Slideshow starts.

Available operations

E C D B

After all images are played back, the camera returns to the single image display.

tMemo

• You can change the [Display Duration], [Screen Effect], [Repeat Playback] and [Auto Movie Playback] settings for slideshow in [Slideshow] of the B1 menu. Slideshow can be started from the Slideshow setting screen.

Pauses/resumes playback.

Displays the previous image.

Displays the next image.

Stops playback.

Displaying Rotated Images

When you take pictures with the camera held vertically, the image rotation information is saved when shooting. During playback, the image is automatically rotated based on the rotation information when [Auto Image Rotation] in the B1 menu is set to [On] (default setting). The rotation information of an image can be changed by following the procedure below.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display. 2 Select S in the playback mode palette.

The selected image is rotated in 90° increments and the four thumbnail images are displayed.

3 Use ABCD to select the

desired rotation direction and press E.

The image rotation information is saved.

uCaution

• When [14. Save Rotation Info] is set to [Off] in the E3 menu,

the image rotation information is not saved when shooting.

• You cannot change the rotation information for the following images and situation.

• Protected images

• Images without a rotation information tag

• When [Auto Image Rotation] is set to [Off] in the B1 menu

• Movie files cannot be rotated.

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Playback

Connecting the Camera to an AV Device

You can connect the camera to a TV or other device with a video input terminal or HDMI input terminal and play back images. Have a cable according to the terminal of the device to which you connect.

Terminal of AV Device Cable Used

Video terminal AV cable I-AVC7 (optional)

HDMI terminal

1 Turn the AV device and camera off.

Playback

HDMI cable with an HDMI terminal (Type D) (commercially available)

2 Open the terminal cover of the camera, and connect

the cable to either the PC/AV terminal or HDMI terminal.

3 Connect the other end of the cable to the input

terminal on the AV device.

4 Turn the AV device and camera on.

The camera turns on in video mode or HDMI mode, and the camera information is displayed on the screen of the connected AV device.

uCaution

• When using the video output, images are output at normal resolution regardless of the resolution supported by the AV device. To output HD video, use the HDMI output or transfer to and play back on a computer.

• While the camera is connected to an AV device, nothing is displayed on the camera monitor. Also, you cannot adjust the volume on the camera. Adjust the volume on the AV device.

• You cannot output both composite and HDMI video signals at the same time.

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• Check the operating manual of the AV device and select a suitable input terminal for connecting the camera.

• If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter kit (optional) is recommended.

• When the hometown is set at the time of initial setting (p.25), the video output format is also set in accordance with that region. When you set [Time Setting] to [Destination] in [World Time] of the D1 menu, the video output setting changes to the video output format for that city. Depending on the country or region, images may fail to be played back with the set video output format. If this happens, change the setting in [Video Out] of [Interface Options] in the D2 menu. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.82) for video output format for cities that can be selected as a hometown or destination.

• By default, the maximum resolution is automatically selected to suit the AV device and camera. If it fails to play back images properly, change the setting in [HDMI Out] of [Interface Options] in the D2 menu.

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Connect the camera to a computer using the provided USB cable I-USB7.

1 Turn the computer on. 2 Turn the camera off. 3 Open the terminal cover of the camera, and connect

the USB cable to the PC/AV terminal.

4 Connect the USB cable to the USB port

of the computer.

5 Turn the camera on.

The camera is recognized as a removable disk. If the “Q7” dialog appears when the camera is turned on, select [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] and click the OK button.

6 Save the captured images to the computer. 7 Disconnect the camera from the computer.

uCaution

• The camera cannot be operated while it is connected to a computer. To operate the camera, terminate the USB connection on the computer, then turn off the camera and remove the USB cable.

tMemo

• Refer to p.83 for system requirements to connect the camera to a computer or to use the software.

Playback

Editing and Processing Images

Changing the Image Size

uCaution

• Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized or cropped.

• Images already resized or cropped to the minimum file size with this camera cannot be processed.

Playback

Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels (Resize)

Changes the number of recorded pixels, and saves the image as a new file.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display. 2 Select V in the playback mode palette.

The screen to select the recorded pixels appears.

3 Use CD to select the

number of recorded pixels and press E.

You can select one of the image sizes starting from one size smaller than that of the original image.

4 Select [Save as] and press E.

Cropping Out Part of the Image (Cropping)

Crops out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new image.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display. 2 Select W in the playback mode palette.

The cropping frame to specify the size and position of the area to crop appears on the screen.

3 Specify the size and position

of the area to crop by using the cropping frame.

Available operations

V ABCD J M

4 Press E.

Changes the size of the cropping frame.

Moves the cropping frame.

Changes the aspect ratio.

Rotates the cropping frame (only when possible).

5 Select [Save as] and press E.

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You can correct images where the flash has caused the subject to appear with red eyes.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display. 2 Select U in the playback mode palette.

[The operation could not be completed correctly] appears when red eyes cannot be detected on the camera.

3 Select [Save as] and press E.

uCaution

• The Red-eye Edit function can be used only for the JPEG images captured with this camera.

Processes images with Digital Filters

1 Display the image to edit in single image display. 2 Select T in the playback mode palette.

The screen to select a filter appears.

3 Use ABCD to select

afilter.

Use V to select a different image.

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Proceed to Step 6 if you do not need to change the parameters.

Posterization Slim Fish-eye Retro Sketch Miniature Soft Starburst

4 Press J.

The parameter setting screen appears.

5 Use AB to select a

parameter, and use CD to adjust the value.

The parameters that can be set varies depending on the selected filter.

Cancel

6 Press E.

The save confirmation screen appears.

7 Select [Apply additional filter(s)] or [Save as]

and press E.

Select [Apply additional filter(s)] when you want to apply

additional filters to the same image. The screen of Step 3 reappears.

uCaution

• Only JPEG and RAW images captured with this camera can be edited with the digital filters.

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• Up to 20 filters, including a digital filter used during shooting (p.47), can be applied to the same image.

Recreating Filter Effects

Retrieves the filter effects of a selected image and applies the same filter effects to other images.

1 Display a filter-processed image in single image

display.

2 Select T in the playback mode palette.

Playback

3 Select [Recreating filter

effects] and press E.

The filter effects used for the selected image appear.

4 To check the parameter

details, press G.

Press G again to return to the previous screen.

Searching for the original image

Reapplies following digital filter

5 Press E.

The image selection screen appears.

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You can only select an image that has not been processed with a filter.

7 Select [Save as] and press E.

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• If [Searching for the original image] is selected in Step 3, the original image prior to digital filter application can be retrieved.

Creating a Composite Image (Index)

Joins a number of images together and creates a new image with them.

1 Select X in the playback mode palette.

The Index setting screen appears.

2 Select [Layout].

Select from l (Thumbnail),

k (Square), m (Random1), n (Random2), o (Random3)

or p (Bubble).

Layout Images Backgrnd. Selection

Create an index image

Cancel

3 Select the number of images

from 12, 24 or 36 in [Images].

When the number of saved images is smaller than the number selected, empty spaces will appear when [Layout] is set to l and some images may be duplicated for other layouts.

4 Select the background color from white, black, wood

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grain, cork, or water in [Backgrnd.].

5 Select a type of image selection in [Selection].

Auto Picks images automatically from all

Select image(s)

Select a folder

of the images saved.

Lets you select images that you want to include in the index image. If r is selected, [Select image(s)] appears and leads you to the image selection screen.

Picks images automatically from the folder selected. If s is selected, [Select a folder] appears and leads you to the folder selection screen.

6 Select [Create an index image] and press E.

The index image appears.

7 Select [Save] or [Reshuffle] and press E.

When [Reshuffle] is selected, you can reselect the images to be included in the index and display a new index image.

tMemo

• The file name format for index image is “INDXxxxx.JPG”.

Editing Movies

1 Display the movie to edit in single image display. 2 Select c in the playback mode palette.

The movie editing screen appears.

3 Select the point where you

want to divide the movie.

The frame at the dividing point is displayed at the top of the screen. Up to four points can be selected to divide the original movie into five segments.

Available operations

A D

Press and hold D Fast-forwards playback.

Press and hold C Fast-reverses playback.

J V

Proceed to Step 7 if you do not delete any segment.

Plays back/pauses a movie.

Forwards a frame (when paused).

Reverses a frame (when paused).

Confirms/cancels a dividing point.

Adjusts the volume.

Stop

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4 Press L.

The screen to select segments to delete is displayed.

Playback

5 Use CD to move

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the selection frame and press E.

The segment(s) to delete are specified. (Multiple segments can be deleted at once.) Press E again to cancel the selection.

6 Press F.

Playback

The screen of Step 3 reappears.

7 Press E.

The save confirmation screen appears.

8 Select [Save as] and press E.

tMemo

• Select dividing points in chronological order from the beginning of the movie. When canceling the selected dividing points, cancel each of them in reverse order (from the end of the movie to the beginning). In an order other than specified, you can neither select frames as a dividing point nor cancel the selections of the dividing points.

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RAW Development

You can convert RAW images into JPEG images, and save them as a new file.

1 Select b in the playback mode palette.

The screen for selecting a RAW image processing option appears.

2 Select the desired option and press E.

Develop a single image

Develop multiple images

Develop images in folder

When [Develop a single image] is selected, proceed to Step 5. The image/folder selection screen appears.

Develops an image.

Develops up to 500 images with the same settings.

Develops up to 500 images in the selected folder with the same settings.

3 Press E to select images

or folders.

When [Develop multiple images] is selected, up to 500 images can be selected. Press J to finish the setting. The screen for selecting the parameter setting method appears.

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Develop images as shot

Develop images with modified settings

Allows you to change Image Capture Settings only.

Allows you to change Image Capture Settings, White Balance, Custom Image, Digital Filter, Sensitivity, High-ISO NR, Shadow Correction, and Distortion Correction.

5 Use AB to select the parameter to change,

and use CD to change the value.

For Image Capture Settings, press D and use AB to select an item. For White Balance, Custom Image and Digital Filter, press D to display the setting screen.

6 Press E.

The save confirmation screen appears.

7 Select [Save as] and press E.

When [Develop a single image] is selected, select [Continue] or [Exit] and press E.

Develop images as shot

Develop images with

modified settings

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• Only RAW images captured with this camera can be developed.

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• When [Develop multiple images] or [Develop images in

folder] is selected in Step 2, a “xxxR_JPG” folder with a new number is created, and the JPEG images are stored in the new folder.

• With the provided software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio

3.0 LE”, you can develop RAW files on a computer.

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Setting the M/V Functions

The functions assigned to M and V can be changed with [Green Button] of the A3 menu.

Setting the M Operation

One of the following functions can be assigned to M.

Settings

Setting Function

Resets the values being adjusted. (Default setting)

While M is pressed, you can check the depth of field by stopping down the aperture of the lens to the actually set value.

Temporarily changes the file format regardless of the [File Format] setting. You can set whether to apply the setting to only one image or not, and select the file format when M is pressed.

Autofocus is performed only when M is pressed and not when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Green Button

Preview

One Push File Format

AE Lock The exposure setting is locked.

Enable AF

Green Button

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Cancel

Setting the One Push File Format

1 Select [One Push File Format] in [Green Button]

of A3 menu.

2 Select T or S for [Cancel after 1 shot].

The recording format returns to the original file

format after a picture is taken. (Default setting)

Settings are retained until any of the following operations is performed:

• When M is pressed again

• When B, F, G or power switch is pressed

• When the mode dial is turned

3 For each file format, select

the file format for when M is pressed.

Cancel after 1 shot

The left side is the [File Format] setting and the right side is the file format when M is pressed.

Setting the V Operation in P Mode

Set the value to be changed with V when in G mode.

1 Select [Green Button] in [Green Button] of A3

menu.

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G SHIFT Automatically adjusts the shutter speed and

aperture value to obtain a proper exposure (Program Shift). (Default setting)

GXI Adjusts the shutter speed (Shutter Priority

Automatic Exposure).

GXJ Adjusts the aperture value (Aperture Priority

Automatic Exposure).

OFF Disables the V operation when turned in G

mode.

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• If M is pressed after turning V in G mode, the settings

return to normal G mode.

Setting the M Operation in M/K Mode

You can set the function of M when in L or K mode.

Action in M/TAv Mode E-dial in Program

Shifts combination of the aperture and shutter speed to obtain proper exposure

1 Select [Green Button] in [Green Button] of A3 menu. 2 Select [Action in M/TAv

Mode] and change the setting.

Action in M/TAv Mode E-dial in Program

Sets the aperture and shutter speed to the Program Line exposure

Green Button

Cancel

Green Button

Cancel

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OFF

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G LINE Adjusts the aperture value and shutter speed

to obtain a proper exposure according to the Program Line. (Default setting)

I SHIFT Adjusts the shutter speed while the aperture

value remains fixed.

J SHIFT Adjusts the aperture value while the shutter

speed remains fixed.

OFF Disables the M operation when pressed in L

or K mode.

Saving the Settings of a Captured Image

If you take an image that you like, you can save the settings used in that image to make it even easier to replicate the look of the image.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display

of playback mode.

2 Select g in the playback mode palette.

The screen for changing the settings appears.

3 Save the White Balance,

Custom Image and Digital Filter settings as necessary.

Select [– –] to not save a setting.

Available operations

AB CD

V M

Changes the function. Changes the value. Selects a different image. Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

Auto White Balance

Reset

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5 Select a USER mode

number and press E.

The selected image along with the settings used in that image are saved in USER1 to 3.

Using the Saved Settings

You can load and use the saved settings when taking pictures.

1 Select [Quick Dial] in A3 menu.

Settings

2 Select [Smart Effect] in [Quick Dial] screen. 3 Save USER1, USER2, and

USER3 to any of the dial positions 1 to 4.

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4 In standby mode, set the quick dial to

the position 1 to 4.

The shooting settings saved in the selected position is loaded.

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Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified City

The date and time set in Initial Setting (p.25) serve as the date and time of your present location and are reflected in the shooting date and time for images. Setting the destination to a location other than your present location enables you to display the local date and time on the monitor when traveling abroad and also save images timestamped with the local date and time.

1 Select [World Time] in D1 menu. 2 Select the time you wish to

display in [Time Setting].

Select F (Hometown) or G (Destination).

World Time Time Setting

Destination

London

Hometown

New York

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3 Press B to select [G Destination] and press D.

The [G Destination] screen appears.

4 Use CD to select a city.

Destination

Use V to change the region.

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5 Press B to select [DST] (daylight saving time),

and use CD to select S or T.

6 Press E.

The [World Time] screen reappears.

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• Select [F Hometown] in Step 3 to change the city and DST settings for the hometown.

• G appears in the control panel and guide display if [Time Setting] is set to G. Also, the video output setting changes to the video output format for that city.

Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera

Most of the functions set on this camera are saved even if the camera is turned off. For the following function settings, you can select whether to save the settings (T) or to return the settings to their default values (S) when the camera is turned off. Set in [Memory] of the A3 menu.

Function

Flash Mode

Drive Mode

White Balance

Custom Image

Sensitivity

EV Compensation

Default Setting

T T T

Function

Flash Exposure Compensation

Focus Position

Digital Filter

HDR Capture

Playback Info Display

Default Setting

S S S

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• When [Reset] of the D3 menu is performed, all Memory settings return to the default values.

File Management Settings

Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)

You can protect images from being accidentally deleted.

uCaution

• Even protected images are deleted if the inserted memory card is formatted.

1 Select Y in the playback mode palette.

The screen for selecting the unit for processing appears.

2 Select the unit and press E.

If you selected [All images], proceed to Step 4.

3 Use V to select an image.

Exit

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Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to protect other images.

5 Press F to finish the setting.

Settings

Selecting the Folder/File Number Settings

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Folder

When images are captured with this camera, a folder is automatically created and the captured images are stored in the new folder. Each folder name consists of a sequential number from 100 to 999 and a string of 5 characters. You can change the folder name in [Folder Name] of the D2 menu.

The two digits of the month and day on which the picture was taken are assigned after the folder number. (Default setting)

Date

Settings

[MMDD] appears according to the date format set in [Date Adjustment]. Example) 101_0125: for images taken on January 25th

The character string “PENTX” is assigned after

PENTX

the folder number. Example) 101PENTX

A folder with a new number is created when the folder name is changed.

tMemo

• A maximum of 500 images (100 images for Eye-Fi card) can be stored in a single folder. When the number of captured images exceeds 500, a new folder is created with the number following the number of the folder currently being used. In Exposure Bracketing shooting, images will be stored in the same folder until shooting is completed.

• When [Create New Folder] is selected in the D2 menu, a folder is created with the number following the number of the folder currently being used. Only one folder can be created using this feature. Multiple empty folders cannot be created consecutively.

• When [Develop multiple images] or [Develop images in folder] of [RAW Development] is performed, a “xxxR_JPG” folder with a new number is created, and the JPEG images are stored in the new folder. (p.60)

uCaution

• The maximum folder number is 999. After the folder number reaches 999, you cannot capture new images if you attempt to change the folder name or create a new folder, or when the file name number reaches 9999.

File No.

Each file name consists of a string of 4 characters and a sequential number from 0001 to 9999. You can set whether to continue the sequential numbering for the file name even if a new folder is created in [Sequential Numbering] of [File No.] in the

Continue the sequential numbering for the file name

even if a new folder is created. (Default setting)

The file number of the first image saved to a folder

returns to 0001 each time a new folder is created.

2 menu.

Select [Reset File Number] to reset the file number to its default setting.

File No. Sequential Numbering

Reset File Number

Uses sequential file number in new folder based on last number in previous folder

tMemo

• When the file number reaches 9999, a new folder is created and the file number is reset. One of the following string of characters is used as the file name

• prefix depending on the [13. Color Space] setting of the

Color Space File Name

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AdobeRGB _IMGxxxx.JPG

3 menu.

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You can transfer images to your computer via wireless LAN by using a memory card with a built-in wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card). Select the camera action when using an Eye-Fi card in [Eye-Fi Communication] of [Eye-Fi] in the D2 menu.

Transfers automatically when images are taken,

Auto

new images are saved, or images are overwritten. Only movies under 2 GB can be transferred.

Transfers images that are selected in playback mode.

Select

Only JPEG and RAW images can be transferred.

Off Turns off the wireless LAN function. (Default setting)

uCaution

• Be sure to set up a wireless LAN access point on a computer for the Eye-Fi card connection.

• For RAW images and movie files, the success of transfer depends on the specifications and settings of the Eye-Fi card in use.

• Images may not be transferred when the battery level is low.

• It may take time to transfer a large number of images. The camera may turn off if the internal temperature of the camera becomes high.

• For precautions on the Eye-Fi card, refer to “About Eye-Fi Cards” (p.91).

tMemo

• [Eye-Fi] of the D2 menu cannot be selected when an Eye-Fi card is not inserted.

Eye-Fi Eye-Fi Communication Communication Info

Automatically transfers unsent images from memory card

Cancel

• When an Eye-Fi card is used, 100 images can be stored in a single folder. For RAW+ images, two files are counted as one image.

• Select [Communication Info] to check the firmware version of the Eye-Fi card.

Transferring Selected Images

You can select the images to transfer.

1 Set [Eye-Fi Communication] to [SELECT]

in [Eye-Fi] of D2 menu.

2 Select e in the playback mode palette.

The screen for selecting a transfer option appears.

3 Select the desired option and press E.

Select image(s) Up to 100 images can be selected

Select a folder Transfers all images that can be

The folder selection screen appears.

in one folder.

transferred in the selected folder.

4 Select a folder and press E.

The image selection screen appears. When [Select a folder] is selected, proceed to Step 7.

5 Select the image(s)

to transfer.

Images that have already been transferred and movies cannot be selected.

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Moves the selection frame.

Shows the single image display.

Confirms/cancels the image selection.

6 Press G.

The confirmation screen appears.

7 Select [Transfer] and press E.

The single image display reappears after an operation message is displayed.

Setting Print Information (DPOF)

The DPOF settings (number of copies and whether to imprint

Settings

the date on images) can be added to the stored images on the memory card. By taking this card to a store for printing, you can order conventional photograph prints.

1 Select d in the playback mode palette.

The screen for selecting a DPOF setting option appears.

2 Select the desired option and press E.

Single image Applies the DPOF settings to each

All images Applies the same DPOF settings to all

individual image.

the images, and cancels the settings specified for each individual image.

3 Select the number of copies and date setting.

You can specify the desired DPOF settings for multiple images.

Copies

Available operations

j appears for images with DPOF settings.

Selects a different image (when [Single image] is selected).

Specifies the number of copies.

Switches selecting or canceling the check box for printing the date.

Date

4 Press E.

tMemo

• The DPOF settings cannot be set for RAW images and movies.

• You can set the DPOF settings for up to 999 images.

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Restrictions on Each Capture Mode

Capture Mode

Function

Sensitivity

Flash

Single Frame Shooting

Continuous Shooting MN

Self-timer Shooting

0 sec./

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Control

Drive Mode

Exposure Bracketing

Interval Shooting

Focus Method e*1e

File Format RAW/RAW+

Shake Reduction

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Continuous

Shooting

Flash

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Shooting

Self-timer Shooting

Remote Continuous

Shooting

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Multi-exposure

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Custom Image

Smart Effect

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Appendix

Functions Available with Various Lenses

A group

B group

C group 03 FISH-EYE

D group ADAPTER Q FOR K MOUNT LENS

Function

v x

w x

Appendix

Quick-shift focus

Autofocus Method

Aperture control

ND filter on the lens

Shutter on the lens Electronic shutter x

R/S/U mode G/I/J mode L mode C mode

P-TTL auto flash x*7 x*8 #

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or [Electronic shutter only] in the E1 menu. When [Lens and electronic shutters] is selected, you can take pictures at higher speeds with the electronic shutter than with the lens shutter. Ex.)With a 01 STANDARD lens

Pictures are taken at 1/2000 sec. or slowe r with the lens shutt er and 1/2000 sec. or faster with the electronic shutter.

*5 Aperture value fixed. *6 V mode is not available. Allows the use of a slow shutter speed

of up to 2 sec. *7 Built-in flash: 1/2000 sec., external flash: 1/250 sec. *8 Flash sync speed is approx. 1/13 sec. *9 Light is unevenly distrib uted. *10 Light may be unevenly distributed.

Compatibility with the Built-in Flash

Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash may be limited.

Lens Restrictions when using the built-in flash

02 STANDARD ZOOM

03 FISH-EYE

If the focal length is less than 6 mm, vignetting may occur at the wide-angle setting.

The built-in flash is not available due to vignetting.

About Hoods

When using a hood with a 02 STANDARD ZOOM lens, be sure to use the PH-RBB 40.5mm. If the PH-SBA 40.5mm is used, vignetting may occur at the wide-angle setting.

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Using a K-Mount Lens

A K-mount lens can be attached to this camera with the use of the optional Adapter Q for K Mount Lens. When a K-mount lens is used, the focal length must be set manually for some functions such as Shake Reduction, since the focal length cannot be obtained automatically.

1 Turn the camera off. 2 Attach the adapter and lens to the camera,

and turn the camera on.

The [Input Focal Length] screen appears.

4 Press E.

The camera returns to standby mode.

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• The focal length setting can be changed in [Input Focal

Length] of the A2 menu.

• When the Adapter Q for K Mount Lens is used, the camera

operates in J mode when the capture mode is set to other than L mode.

• Refer to the Adapter Q for K mount lens manual for details.

Appendix

3 Set the lens focal length.

Available operations

AB CD V

When using a zoom lens, select the actual focal length which the zoom is set to.

15.0

21.0

35.0

55.0

77.0

135.0

200.0

300.0

Changes the value of each digit.

Selects a digit.

Selects a value from the list.

Input Focal Length

0000.0

Cancel

Functions when Using an External Flash

Using an optional external flash AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF200FG or AF160FC enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode.

Flash

Camera Function

Red-eye reduction flash

Auto Flash Discharge

Automatically switching to the flash sync speed

Aperture value is automatically set in G mode and I mode.

P-TTL auto flash

Appendix

Slow-speed Sync

Flash Exposure Compensation

Auto zoom flash head

AF assist light of external flash

Trailing Curtain Sync

Contrast control sync flash mode

Slave flash

Wireless flash

*1 1/2000 sec. or slower for a 01 STANDARD PRIME/02 STANDARD

Zoom/06 TELEPHOTO ZOOM lens (1/250 sec. or slower for external flash units), 1/13 sec. or slower for a 03 FISH-EYE/04 TOY WIDE/05 TOY TELEPHOTO/07 MOUNT SHIELD lens.

x: Available

Built-in

AF540FGZ

flash

AF360FGZ

xxx xxx

xxx

xxx xxx xxx

× ×××

××× ××× ×××

: Not available

AF200FG AF160FC

uCaution

• The built-in flash will not discharge if the camera is connected

to an external flash.

• Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause

equipment breakdown.

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• When an external flash is attached directly to the hot shoe of

the camera, the camera’s center of gravity is shifted, making it difficult to take pictures. Attach the Hot Shoe Adapter F (optional) to the camera hot shoe and an Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F (optional) to the bottom of the external flash, and connect these with the Extension Cord F5P (optional) as shown in the illustration. The Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F can be mounted to your tripod using the tripod screw.

• To use an AF160FC flash with the camera, a commercially

available step-up ring or similar accessory is needed.

Troubleshooting

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• In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it back in again. If the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs.

Problem Cause Remedy

The camera does not turn on.

The shutter cannot be released.

Autofocus does not work.

Battery is not installed properly.

The battery power is low.

The built-in flash is charging.

There is no available space on the memory card.

Data being processed.

The subject is difficult to focus on.

The subject is too close.

Check the orientation of battery.

Charge the battery.

Wait until charging is finished.

Insert a memory card with available space or delete unwanted images.

Wait until processing is finished.

v cannot work well for low-

contrast objects (the sky, white walls, etc.), dark colors, intricate designs, rapidlymovin g objects o r scen ery shot through a window or a net-like pattern. Lock focus on another object located at the same distance as your subject, then aim at the target and take a picture. Alternatively, use w. (p.37)

Move away from the subject and take a picture.

Problem Cause Remedy

The focus cannot be locked.

The built-in flash does not discharge.

The camera is not recognized when it is connected to a computer.

The shooting settings cannot be changed.

[Autofocus Method] is set to f.

The capture mode is set to e, l, o or u of S mode.

When the flash mode is set to A or B, the flash will not discharge if the subject is bright.

The capture mode is set to c, g,

j, k, r, o, s, t, u or v

of S mode.

The USB connection mode is set to [PTP].

The quick dial is set to the position 1 to 4.

Set [Autofocus Method] to e,

g, h or i. (p.36)

[Autofocus Method] is fixed to f in these modes. Set a capture mode other than those shown to the left.

Change the flash mode. (p.34)

The flash mode is fixed to J in these modes. Set a capture mode other than those shown to the left.

Set [USB Connection] to [MSC] in [Interface Options] of the D2 menu.

When you use the quick dial to take pictures, priority is given to the settings saved in the quick dial.

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Problem Cause Remedy

Activate [Dust Removal] from the D4 menu. The Dust Removal function can be

Dust or dirt particles appear in images.

There are pixels in the monitor that do not light up or remain lit.

The CMOS sensor is dirty or dusty.

There are defective pixels in the CMOS sensor.

activated every time the camera is turned on and off. Use a brush-less blower to remove dirt and dust from the CMOS sensor. Using a blower with a brush may scratch the CMOS sensor. Do not wipe the CMOS sensor with a cloth.

Attach a lens cap to a lens that has a lens shutter, such as the 01 STANDARD PRIME, and perform [Pixel Mapping] of the D4 menu. It takes about 30 seconds to correct the defective pixels, so be sure to install a fully charged battery.

Error Messages

Error Messages Description

Memory card full

No image

This image cannot be

displayed

No card in the camera

Memory card error

Card is not formatted

Card is locked

This image cannot be

magnified

This image is protected

The memory card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new memory card or delete unwanted files.

There are no images that can be played back on the memory card.

You are trying to play back an image in a format not supported by this camera. You ma y be a ble t o pla y it b ack o n a co mput er.

There is no memory card inserted in the camera.

The memory card has a problem, and image capture and playback are impossible. You may be able to play it back on a computer. Failed to initialize Eye-Fi function when using the Eye-Fi card. Press E.

The memory card you have inserted is unformatted or has been used on another device and is not compatible with this camera. Use the card after formatting it with this camera.

The write-protect switch on the memory card you have inserted is locked. (p.90)

You are trying to magnify an image that cannot be magnified.

You are trying to delete an image that is protected. Remove protection from the image. (p.65)

Error Messages Description

Not enough battery power remaining to

activate Pixel Mapping

Not enough battery power remaining to

update the firmware

Unable to update firmware. There is a problem with the

firmware update file

Image folder cannot be

created

Unable to store image

Settings not stored

The operation could not be

completed correctly

No more images

can be selected

No image can be processed

Appears during Pixel Mapping or when trying to update the firmware if the battery level is insufficient. Install a fully charged battery.

Unable to update the firmware. The update file is damaged. Try downloading the update file again.

The maximum folder number (999) and file number (9999) are being used, and no more images can be saved. Insert a new memory card or format the card.

The image could not be saved because of a memory card error.

The DPOF settings could not be saved because the memory card is full. Delete unwanted images and perform DPOF setting again. (p.68)

The camera was unable to adjust the manual white balance. Try the operation again.

You cannot select more than the maximum number of images for Index, Select & Delete, RAW Development, Select image(s) for Eye-Fi, and DPOF.

There are no images that can be processed using Digital Filter or RAW Development function.

Error Messages Description

Appears when you try to perform Resize, Cropping, Red-eye Edit, Digital Filter,

This image cannot be

processed

The camera failed

to create an image

This function is not available

in the current mode

The camera will turn off

to prevent damage from

overheating

Set the Eye-Fi communication

to “SELECT”

Image not found

Cannot be selected

Movie Edit, RAW Development, Save as Manual WB, or Save Smart Effect for images captured with other cameras, or when you try to perform Resize or Cropping for minimum file size images.

The creation of an index print image failed.

You are trying to set a function that is not available for the capture mode that is set. (p.69)

The camera will turn off because its internal temperature gets too hot. Leave the camera turned off until it has had time to cool down before turning on the camera again.

Images cannot be transferred when [EyeFi Com mun icat ion ] is not set to [ SEL ECT ] in [Eye-Fi] of the D2 menu. (p.67)

There are no images that can be transferred when an Eye-Fi card is used.

This folder cannot be selected because the number of files exceeds the maximum number allowed. (p.67)

Appendix

Main Specifications

Model Description

Type Lens-interchangeable SL digital camera

Lens Mount PENTAX bayonet Q-mount

Compatible Lens Q-mount lenses

Image Capture Unit

Image Sensor

Effective Pixels Approx. 12.4 megapixels

Total Pixels Approx. 12.76 megapixels

Dust Removal

Sensitivity (Standard Output)

Appendix

Image Stabilizer Sensor shift Shake Reduction

File Format

Recording Formats

Recorded Pixels

Type: CMOS sensor with a primary color filter Size: 1/1.7-inch

Image sensor cleaning using ultrasonic vibrations “DR II”

ISO AUTO: ISO 100 to ISO 12800 (1/3 EV steps)

• Up to ISO 1600 when the shutter speed is set to 2 sec. or slower.

RAW (DNG), JPEG (Exif 2.3), DCF 2.0 compliant

JPEG: yq9M (4000×2248)

RAW: wq12M (4000×3000)

p 5M (3072×1728) o 2M (1920×1080)

xq10M (4000×2664)

p 6M (3072×2048) o 2M (1920×1280)

wq12M (4000×3000)

p 7M (3072×2304) o 3M (1920×1440)

vq9M (2992×2992)

p 5M (2304×2304) o 2M (1440×1440)

Quality Level

Color Space sRGB, AdobeRGB

Storage Media

Storage Folder

Monitor

Type

Size 3.0 inches Dots Approx. 460,000 dots

Adjustment Brightness and colors adjustable

Display

White Balance

Auto TTL by CMOS image sensor

Preset

Manual

Fine Adjustment Adjustable ±7 steps on A-B axis and G-M axis

Focusing Mechanism

Type Contrast detection AF

Brightness Range EV 0 to 18 (ISO100) Focus Method v/w switching

Autofocus Method

AF Assist Light Dedicated LED AF assist light MF Autozoom Off/×2/×4/×6

RAW: DNG (12 bit) JPEG: m (Best), l (Better), k (Good)

• RAW and JPEG simultaneously recordable

SD Memory Cards, SDHC Memory Cards, SDXC Memory Cards and Eye-Fi Cards

Date (100_1018, 100_1019...)/ PENTX (100PENTX, 101PENTX...)

TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, with AR coating

Field of View: approx. 100%, Electronic Level, Grid Display (4 × 4 Grid, Golden Section, Scale), Highlight Alert, Histogram

Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D: Daylight Color, N: Daylight White, W: Cool White, L: Warm White), Tungsten, Flash, n, Manual

Configuration on monitor (3 types can be saved), configuration on captured image

Face Detection, Tracking, Multiple AF Points (49 Points), Select, Spot

Exposure Control

Type

Metering Range

Exposure Modes

EV Compensation ± 3 EV (1/3 EV steps) AE Lock Can be assigned to the M button from the menu.

Shutter

Aperture

ND Filter

Drive Modes

Mode Selection

TTL image sensor metering Metering modes: Multi-segment metering, Center-weighted metering, and Spot metering

EV 1 to 17 (ISO 100, F1.9 lens), +2 EV with Electronic Shutter enabled, +2 EV with an ND filter

Auto Picture modes: Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, Forest Scene modes: Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Moving Object, Night Scene Portrait, Sunset, Blue Sky, Forest, Night Scene, Night Scene HDR*, Night Snap, HDR*, Quick Macro*, Food, Pet, Kids, Surf & Snow, Backlight Silhouette, Candlelight, Stage Lighting, Museum Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual, Bulb, Blur Control* *JPEG only

Lens shutter: 1/2000 - 30 seconds (1/3 EV step, 1/8000

- 30 seconds with Electronic Shutter enabled), Bulb

• When using a lens that has no lens shutter; shooting at 1/8000 - 2 seconds with the electronic shutter is available, Bulb shooting is not available.

From wide open to F8

•

Aperture is fixed when using a lens that has no lens shutter.

Off/On

•

Not available when using a lens that has no lens shutter.

Single frame, Continuous (Hi, Lo), Self-timer (12s, 2s), Remote Control (0 sec., 3 sec., continuous), Exposure Bracketing (3 frames, remote control), Multi-exposure (Multi-exposure, Self-timer+Multiexposure, Remote Control+Multi-exposure), Interval Shooting

Approx. 5 fps, JPEG (wq12M/m/Continuous

Continuous FPS

Built-in Flash

Type

Flash Modes

Sync Speed

Flash Exposure Compensation

Capture Functions

Custom Image

Noise Reduction High-ISO NR

Dynamic Range Setting

Lens Correction Distortion Correction

Digital Filter

HDR Capture Auto, HDR 1, HDR 2

Multi-exposure

Interval Shooting

Hi): up to 5 frames Approx. 1.5 fps, JPEG (wq12M/m/Continuous Lo): up to 100 frames

Built-in retractable P-TTL flash, Guide number: approx. 4.9 (ISO100/m), approx. 7 (ISO200/m) Angle of view coverage: equivalent to 28 mm in 35 mm format

P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync

Lens shutter: built-in flash 1/2000 seconds, Used with external flash units: 1/250 seconds, Electronic shutter: 1/13 seconds

-2.0 to +1.0 EV

Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing

Highlight Correction, Shadow Correction

Toy Camera, High Contrast, Shading, Tone Expansion, Invert Color, Extract Color, Unicolor Bold, Water Color, Posterization, Slim, Fish-eye

Number of shots: 2-9 Exposure adjusted automatically.

Shooting interval: 3 sec. to 24 hr., Start Interval setting: immediately, from the set time, Number of shots: up to 999 images

Appendix

Brilliant Color, Unicolor Bold, Vintage Color, Cross

Smart Effect

Electronic Level

Movies

Recording Format MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (.MOV)

Recorded Pixels

Sound

Recording Time

Custom Image

Digital Filter

Appendix

Interval Movie Record

Playback Functions

Playback View

Delete

Processing, Warm Fade, Tone Expansion, Bold Monochrome, Water Color, Vibrant Color Enhance, USER 1-3

Displayed on LCD monitor (horizontal and vertical directions)

u (1920×1080, y, 30 fps/25 fps/24 fps) t (1280×720, y, 30 fps/25 fps/24 fps) s (640×480, w, 30 fps/25 fps/24 fps)

Built-in monaural microphone; recording sound level can be adjusted.

Up to 25 minutes; automatically stops recording if the internal temperature of the camera becomes high.

Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing

Toy Camera, High Contrast, Shading, Tone Expansion, Invert Color, Extract Color, Unicolor Bold, Water Color, Posterization, Slim, Fish-eye

Recording format: Motion JPEG (.AVI) Recording interval: 3 sec., 5 sec., 10 sec., 30 sec., 1 min., 5 min., 10 min., 30 min., 1 hr. Recording time: 12 sec. to 99 hr. Start Interval: immediately, from the set time

Single frame, multi-image display (4, 9, 30, and 56 thumbnails), display magnification (up to 16×, scrollable, quick zoom), rotating, histogram (Y histogram, RGB histogram), highlight alert, auto image rotation, detailed information display, folder display, calendar filmstrip display, slideshow, wireless image transfer with Eye-Fi

Single image, all images, select & delete, folder, instant review image

Base Parameter Adj, Toy Camera, High Contrast,

Digital Filter

RAW Development

Edit

Customization

Custom Functions 16 items

Mode Memory 11 items

Button/Dial Customization

World Time World Time settings for 75 cities (28 time zones)

Power Supply

Battery Type Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI68

AC Adapter AC Adapter Kit K-AC115 (optional)

Battery Life

Interfaces

Connection Port

USB Connection MSC/PTP

Video Output Format

Shading, Tone Expansion, Invert Color, Extract Color, Unicolor Bold, Water Color, Posterization, Slim, Fisheye, Retro, Sketch, Miniature, Soft, Starburst

File Format (JPEG), Aspect Ratio, Color Space, White Balance, Custom Image, Digital Filter, Sensitivity, High-ISO NR, Shadow Correction, Distortion Correction

Resize, Cropping (aspect ratio adjustment available), Index, Movie Edit (divide or delete selected frames), Capturing a JPEG still picture from a movie, Red-eye Edit, Save the RAW file data in the buffer memory

M button: Green Button, Preview, One Push File Format, AE Lock, Enable AF Quick Dial: Smart Effect, Aspect Ratio, Focus Method, Focus Peaking, ND Filter

Number of recordable images (with 50% flash usage): approx. 250 images, (without flash usage): approx. 260 images Playback time: approx. 160 minutes

•

Tested in compliance with CIPA standard using a new rechargeable lithium-ion battery under the temperature of 23°C. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting conditions/circumstances.

USB 2.0 (high-speed compatible)/AV output terminal, HDMI output terminal (Type D)

NTSC/PAL

Dimensions and Weight

Dimensions

Weight

Accessories

Package Contents

Software SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE

Approx. 102.0 mm (W) × 58.0 mm (H) × 33.5 mm (D) (excluding the operation parts and protrusion)

Approx. 200 g (loaded and ready with the dedicated battery and SD Memory Card), Approx. 180 g (body only)

USB Cable I-USB7, Strap O-ST131, Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI68, Battery Charger D-BC68P, AC plug cord, Software (CD-ROM) S-SW133 <Mounted on the camera> Hot shoe cover FK, Body mount cover

Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time

(When using the fully charged battery)

Tempera-

Battery

D-LI68 23°C 260 250 240

• The image storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards, while other data is based on our measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may occur in actual use depending on the selected capture mode and shooting conditions.

ture

Normal

Shooting

Flash Photography

50% Use 100% Use

Playback

Time

160 minutes

Approximate Image Storage Capacity by Size

(When using a 2 GB memory card)

Aspect Ratio

Recorded

Pixels

q 9M p 5M o 2M

q 10M p 6M o 2M

q 12M p 7M o 3M

q 9M p 5M o 2M

• The number of storable images may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, selected capture mode and memory card, etc.

JPEG Quality

m l k

545 755 1265

908 1250 2060 –

2184 2941 4600 –

461 641 1077

771 1064 1764 –

1872 2534 4013 –

410 571 961

688 951 1582 –

1680 2282 3641 –

547 759 1270

908 1250 2060 –

2184 2941 4600 –

RAW

103

Appendix

List of World Time Cities

Region City

North

America

Appendix

Central

and South

America

Europe

Video

Output

Honolulu NTSC

Anchorage NTSC

Vancouver NTSC

San Francisco NTSC

Los Angeles NTSC

Calgary NTSC

Denver NTSC

Chicago NTSC

Miami NTSC

Toronto NTSC

New York NTSC

Halifax NTSC

Mexico City NTSC

Lima NTSC

Santiago NTSC

Caracas NTSC

Buenos Aires PAL

Sao Paulo PAL

Rio de Janeiro NTSC

Lisbon PAL

Madrid PAL

London PAL

Paris PAL

Amsterdam PAL

Milan PAL

Format

Region City

Rome PAL

Copenhagen PAL

Berlin PAL

Prague PAL

Stockholm PAL

Europe

Budapest PAL

Warsaw PAL

Athens PAL

Helsinki PAL

Moscow PAL

Dakar PAL

Algiers PAL

Johannesburg PAL

Istanbul PAL

Cairo PAL

Jerusalem PAL

Nairobi PAL

Africa/

West Asia

Jeddah PAL

Tehran PAL

Dubai PAL

Karachi PAL

Kabul PAL

Male PAL

Delhi PAL

Colombo PAL

Video

Output

Format

Region City

Kathmandu PAL

Africa/

West Asia

East Asia

Oceania

Dacca PAL

Yangon NTSC

Bangkok PAL

Kuala Lumpur PAL

Vientiane PAL

Singapore PAL

Phnom Penh PAL

Ho chi Minh PAL

Jakarta PAL

Hong Kong PAL

Beijing PAL

Shanghai PAL

Manila NTSC

Taipei NTSC

Seoul NTSC

Tokyo NTSC

Guam NTSC

Perth PAL

Adelaide PAL

Sydney PAL

Noumea PAL

Wellington PAL

Auckland PAL

Pago Pago NTSC

Video Output Format

Operating Environment for USB Connection and Provided Software

With the provided software “SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE”, you can develop RAW files on a computer. Install the software from the provided CD-ROM (S-SW133). We recommend the following system requirements to connect the camera to a computer or to use the software.

Windows

Windows XP (SP3 or later, 32-bit Home/Pro), Windows Vista (32-bit, 64-bit), Windows 7

CPU

RAM 1 GB minimum (2 GB or more recommended)

HDD

Monitor 1024×768 dots, 24-bit full color or higher

Other Input devices such as a keyboard and mouse

(32-bit, 64-bit), Windows 8 (32-bit, 64-bit)

• Installation requires administrator rights

• Can be run as a 32-bit application on any 64-bit Edition of Windows

Intel Pentium-compatible processor (Pentium 4, Athlon XP or higher recommended)

• Supports multi-core processors (Intel Core i5, i7; Core 2 Quad, Duo; AMD Phenom II X4, X6; Athlon II X2, X4; and other)

For installing and starting up the program: 100 MB minimum of free space For saving image files: Approx. 10 MB/file

Macintosh

OS Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, 10.7 or 10.8

CPU Intel processor-compatible, Power PC

RAM 1 GB minimum (2 GB or more recommended)

HDD

Monitor 1024×768 dots, 24-bit full color or higher

Other Input devices such as a keyboard and mouse

For installing and starting up the program: 100 MB minimum of free space For saving image files: Approx. 10 MB/file

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• QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to a computer. You can download it from the following site: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/

Appendix

Index

Symbols

A menu .......................... 15

C menu .......................... 17

B menu ......................... 17

D menu........................... 17

E menu ........................... 19

b Portrait ........................ 29

c Landscape .................. 29

d Macro .......................... 29

e Moving Object ............ 29

f Night Scene Portrait... 29

g Sunset....................... 29

h Blue Sky ..................... 29

i Forest ........................ 29

j Night Scene ............... 29

Appendix

k Night Scene HDR ...... 29

l Night Snap................. 29

n Quick Macro ............ 30

m Food............................. 30

o Pet .............................. 30

p Kids ............................. 30

qSurf & Snow ................ 30

s Backlight Silhouette ... 30

t Candlelight ................. 30

u Stage Lighting............ 30

v Museum ..................... 30

C mode .......................... 32

AC adapter ...................... 23

Action in M/TAv Mode ..... 63

AE Lock ........................... 62

AE Metering..................... 34

AE-L with AF Locked....... 19

v................................... 36

AF area............................ 37

AF Assist Light ............ 7, 36

AF frame.......................... 28

AF Release Options ........ 36

AF with Remote Control... 40

AF/MF Settings................ 15

Aperture Priority Automatic

Exposure ......................... 31

Aspect Ratio .................... 43

Auto Image Rotation........ 53

R mode ............... 27, 29

Auto Picture modes ... 27, 29

Auto Power Off ................ 25

Auto SR Off ..................... 39

Autofocus ........................ 36

Autofocus Method ........... 36

AV device ........................ 54

J mode ......................... 31

AWB in Tungsten Light.... 20

Backlight Silhouette s... 30 Base Parameter Adj

(Digital Filter) ................... 57

Battery ............................. 22

Battery cover ..................... 7

U mode ......................... 30

Bleach Bypass

(Custom Image) ............... 46

Blue Sky h..................... 29

Blur Control mode ........... 30

Bold Monochrome

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Bracketing Order ............. 41

Bright (Custom Image) .... 46

Brightness adjustment..... 45

Brightness histogram....... 12

Brilliant Color

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Built-in flash ..................... 34

V ................................ 32

Bulb Shooting .................. 32

Calendar Filmstrip

Display............................. 52

Candlelight t ................. 30

Capture mode.................. 29

Card access lamp.............. 7

Card cover ......................... 7

Center-weighted

metering .......................... 34

Charging the battery ........ 22

City names ................ 25, 82

CMOS sensor .................... 7

Color Space............... 20, 66

Computer......................... 55

Connection cable

cover............................ 7, 23

Continuous playback ....... 53

Continuous Shooting ....... 39

Control panel ............. 10, 13

Create New Folder .......... 66

Cropping .......................... 56

Cross Processing ............ 47

Cross Processing

(Custom Image) ............... 46

Cross Processing

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Custom Image ................. 46

Custom Image setting...... 46

Custom Setting menus .... 19

Date Adjustment .............. 26

DC coupler....................... 23

Delete .............................. 28

Delete All Images ............ 17

Depth of field ................... 32

Destination....................... 64

Detailed Information

Display............................. 12

Developing RAW

images ............................. 60

Dial indicator.................... 27

Digital Filter................ 47, 57

Direct keys....................... 13

Display Color ................... 18

Display style selection ..... 51

Displaying multiple

images............................. 51

Distortion Correction ........ 16

DPOF .............................. 68

D-Range Settings............ 45

Drive Mode ...................... 38

DST ................................. 26

DST

(daylight saving time) ...... 64

Dust Removal .................. 76

Dynamic range ................ 45

E-dial in Program............. 63

Electronic Level ......... 10, 16

Electronic shutter............. 72

Enable AF........................ 62

Error messages ............... 76

EV bar scale .................... 31

EV Compensation ........... 31

Exposure ......................... 33

Exposure Bracketing ....... 41

Exposure Modes ............. 31

Exposure Setting ....... 17, 32

External flash................... 74

Extract Color

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Eye-Fi card ................ 24, 67

Face Detection

(Autofocus Method) ......... 36

File Format ...................... 43

File No. ............................ 66

Filter .......................... 47, 57

Firmware ......................... 19

Firmware Info/Options ..... 19

Fish-eye

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Flash.......................... 34, 74

Flash compensation ........ 35

Flash pop-up switch ........ 35

Flash When Retracted..... 35

Flicker Reduction............. 18

Focus Method.................. 36

Focus Peaking................. 38

Focus ring........................ 37

Focus Ring in AF Mode... 36

Focusing .......................... 36

Focus-priority................... 20

Folder Display ................. 52

Folder Name.................... 66

Food m............................. 30

Forest i ........................ 29

Format ............................. 26

Framerate ........................ 43

Function Restrictions ....... 69

Green Button ................... 62

Grid Display ..................... 16

Guide Display .................. 28

Guide number.................. 35

HDMI output format ......... 54

HDMI terminal ................. 54

r ................................ 29

HDR Capture................... 45

High Contrast

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

High-ISO NR ................... 34

Highlight Alert ............ 16, 17

Highlight Correction ......... 45

Histogram Display ..... 12, 16

Hometown ................. 25, 64

Hot shoe ............................ 7

Image Capture Settings... 43

Image finishing touch ...... 46

Image storage capacity ... 81

Imprint the date ............... 68

Index................................ 58

Initial settings................... 25

Initializing

a memory card ................ 26

Input Focal Length........... 73

Instant Review ........... 16, 28

Interface Options ....... 18, 54

Interval Movie Record ..... 42

Interval Shooting ............. 42

Invert Color

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

ISO sensitivity.................. 33

JPEG ............................... 43

Kids p ............................. 30

K-mount lens ................... 73

Landscape

(Custom Image) ............... 46

Landscape c .................. 29

Language setting............. 25

Language/W ................ 25

LCD Display..................... 18

LCD Display Settings....... 18

Lens........................... 21, 72

Lens focal length ............. 73

Lens information contacts ... 7

Lens mount index ........ 7, 21

Lens Shutter Options ....... 72

Lens unlock button .......... 21

Link AE and AF Point ...... 34

Live View ................... 10, 16

L mode........................... 31

Macintosh ........................ 84

Macro d .......................... 29

Magnify ............................ 28

Manual Exposure............. 31

Manual focus ................... 37

Manual White Balance..... 44

Memory............................ 65

Memory card.................... 24

Menus.............................. 14

w .................................. 37

MF Autozoom .................. 37

Microphone........................ 7

Miniature (Digital Filter) ... 57

Mode dial ......................... 27

Monitor display .................. 9

Monochrome

(Custom Image) ............... 46

Motion JPEG ................... 42

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Movie Edit........................ 59

Movie menu ..................... 17

Movie mode ..................... 32

Movie SR ......................... 17

Moving Object e ............ 29

MSC ................................ 75

Multi-exposure ................. 41

Multi-image display.......... 51

Multiple AF Points

(Autofocus Method) ......... 36

Multi-segment metering... 34

Museum v ..................... 30

Muted (Custom Image).... 46

Natural (Custom Image) .... 46

ND Filter .................... 16, 72

Night Scene HDR k...... 29

Night Scene j............... 29

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Night Scene Portrait f... 29

Night Snap l................. 29

Noise Reduction .............. 34

One Push File Format ..... 62

Operating environment.... 83

G mode........................... 31

PC/AV terminal ................ 54

Pet o .............................. 30

Pixel Mapping.................. 76

Playback Info Display

selection screen .............. 11

Playback menu ................ 17

Playback mode ................ 28

Playback mode palette .... 50

Portrait (Custom Image) .... 46

Portrait b ........................ 29

Posterization

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Power .............................. 25

Power Saving .................. 19

Preview...................... 32, 62

Print ................................. 68

Print information .............. 68

Program Automatic

Exposure ......................... 31

Protect ............................. 65

Provided software............ 83

PTP ................................. 75

Quality Level.................... 43

Quick Dial .................. 48, 64

Quick Macro n............ 30

Quick Zoom ..................... 17

QuickTime ....................... 84

Radiant

(Custom Image)............... 46

RAW ................................ 43

RAW Development .......... 60

Rec. Mode menus ........... 15

Recordable time .............. 32

Recorded Pixels .............. 43

Recording Sound Level... 17

Red-eye Edit.................... 57

Release While

Charging .................... 35, 39

Release-priority ............... 36

Remote control receiver .... 7

Remote Control

shooting ........................... 40

Reset ................... 19, 20, 66

Resets the adjustment

value ................................ 20

Resize ............................. 56

Retro (Digital Filter) ......... 57

Reversal Film

(Custom Image) ............... 46

RGB Histogram Display... 12

Rotating images .............. 53

Save as Manual WB ........ 44

Save Menu Location........ 14

Save RAW Data ........ 16, 28

Save Rotation Info ........... 53

Save Smart Effect ........... 63

Scene modes .................. 29

S mode ........................ 29

SD Memory Card............. 24

Select

(Autofocus Method) ......... 36

Select & Delete................ 51

Self-timer lamp .................. 7

Self-timer shooting .......... 40

Sensitivity ........................ 33

Sensitivity Steps .............. 34

Sequential Numbering..... 66

Set-up menus .................. 17

Shading

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Shadow Correction.......... 45

Shake Reduction ............. 16

Shooting .......................... 27

Shooting Info Display

selection screen............... 11

Shutter & Aperture Priority

Automatic Exposure ........ 31

Shutter Priority Automatic

Exposure ......................... 31

SILKYPIX Developer

Studio ........................ 61, 83

Single Frame Shooting.... 38

Single image display ... 11, 28

Sketch (Digital Filter) ....... 57

Slideshow ........................ 53

Slim (Digital Filter) ..... 47, 57

Smart Effect..................... 49

Soft (Digital Filter)............ 57

Sound .............................. 32

Sound Effects .................. 18

Speaker ............................. 7

Specifications .................. 78

Spot

(Autofocus Method) ......... 36

Spot metering .................. 34

Stage Lighting u............ 30

Standby mode ................. 10

Starburst (Digital Filter).... 57

Sunset g....................... 29

Surf & Snow q ............... 30

K mode......................... 31

Terminal cover................... 7

Thumbnail display ..... 28, 51

Tone Expansion

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Tone Expansion

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Toy Camera

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Tracking

(Autofocus Method) ......... 36

Tripod socket..................... 7

I mode ......................... 31

Unicolor Bold

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Unicolor Bold

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Updating firmware ........... 19

USB ................................. 55

USB Connection........ 75, 83

USER ........................ 48, 64

User registration ................ 6

Vibrant (Custom Image)... 46 Vibrant Color Enhance

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Video output format ......... 54

Video terminal ................. 54

Vintage Color

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

Volume label.................... 27

Warm Fade

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

WARRANTY POLICY...... 93

Water Color

(Digital Filter) ............. 47, 57

Water Color

(Smart Effect) .................. 48

WB When Using Flash .... 44

White Balance ................. 43

Windows.......................... 83

Wireless LAN................... 67

World Time ...................... 64

Zoom lens........................ 28

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For Using Your Camera Safely

We h ave pa id close attention to the safety of this camer a. Wh en using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.

Warning

Caution

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.

• I f the came ra i nter ior i s exp osed due to dr oppi ng or othe rwis e damaging

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the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.

• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other strong light sources when taking pictures or leave the camera sitting in direct sunlight with the lens cap off. Doing so may cause the camera to malfunction or cause a fire.

• Do not look at the sun or other strong light sources through the lens. Doing so may lead to a loss of eyesight or cause vision to be impaired.

• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and co nta ct your nearest service center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.

Caution

• 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.

• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.

This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious personal injuries.

This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.

• 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 camera, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger or AC adapter not exclusive to this camera, 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 your nearest service center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.

• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult your nearest service center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock.

• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power plug and discontinue use. Continued use can cause damage to the product, 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 your nearest 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 the product to breakdown.

• Do not use the battery charger D-BC68P to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI68. 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.

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

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 clothing, it may cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected areas thoroughly with water.

• Precautions for D-LI68 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)

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

• To keep the battery in optimum condition, avoid storing it in a fully charged state or 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-BC68P. Do not use it with other devices.

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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 re turn 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 it after temperatures of the camera and surroundings are equalized.

• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops.

• Do not press the monitor with excessive force. This could cause it to break or malfunction.

• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using

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a tripod.

Cleaning Your Camera

• Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, and benzine.

• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.

• Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)

• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance.

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.

• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.

• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.

About SD Memory Cards

• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and the card from being formatted by the camera or computer.

• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card immediately after using the camera.

• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card is being accessed. This may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.

• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperatures.

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

• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is deleted if

1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.

2. the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical

interference.

3. the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.

4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card is being

accessed.

• If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.

Write-protect

switch

• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards previously used with other cameras.

• 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. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information.

• The data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at your own risk.

About Eye-Fi Cards

• An SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (“Eye-Fi card”) can be used with this camera.

• Use of an access point and an Internet connection are required for transferring images via wireless LAN. For details, refer to the Eye-Fi website. (http://www.eye.fi)

• Use Eye-Fi cards which have been updated to the newest firmware.

• Set [Eye-Fi] to [Off], or do not use an Eye-Fi card in a location where the use of wireless LAN devices is restricted or prohibited, such as airplanes.

• Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the country in which the card was purchased. Please observe all local laws governing Eye-Fi card usage.

• This camera features a function to enable/disable the communication function of the Eye-Fi card, however, we do not guarantee the operability of all Eye-Fi card functions.

• Refer to the Eye-Fi card manual for details on how to use the card.

• Please contact the Eye-Fi card manufacturer regarding any malfunctions or problems concerning Eye-Fi cards.

Trademarks

Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries. Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. Eye-Fi, the Eye-Fi logo and Eye-Fi Inc. This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe Systems Incorporated. The DNG logo is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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.

connected

are trademarks of Eye-Fi,

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AVC Patent Portfolio License

This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See http://www.mpegla.com.

WARRANTY POLICY

All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of your purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the camera does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by non-authorized service facilities.

Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any camera which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the camera or to the manufacturer. If there are no representatives of the manufacturer in your country, send the camera to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before the camera can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required. If the camera is covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge,

and the camera will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the camera is not covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your camera was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your camera returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your camera for at least a year. Before sending your camera for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorized representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing.

• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights.

• The local warranty policies available from our distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase, or contact our distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy.

The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Union.

For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

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For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-

003.

Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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Declaration of Conformity

According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for

Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals

We: PENTAX RICOH IMAGING

AMERICAS CORPORATION

Located at: 633 17 Street, Suite 2600

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name: Digital Camera

Model Number: PENTAX Q7

Contact person: Customer Service Manager

Date and Place: June, 2013, Colorado

Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A. Phone: 800-877-0155 FAX: 303-790-1131

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries

1. In the European Union

These symbols on the products, packaging and/ or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.

By disposing of these products correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

If a chemical symbol is added beneath the symbol shown above, in accordance with the Battery Directive, this indicates that a heavy metal (Hg = Mercury, Cd = Cadmium, Pb = Lead) is present in the battery at a concentration above an applicable threshold specified in the Battery Directive.

For more information about collection and recycling of used products, please contact your local authorities, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the products.

2. In other countries outside the EU

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard used products, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch

OPQ700101-EN

or www.sens.ch.

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RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD.

RICOH IMAGING EUROPE S.A.S.

RICOH IMAGING DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

RICOH IMAGING UK LTD.

RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION

RICOH IMAGING CANADA INC.

RICOH IMAGING CHINA CO., LTD.

2-35-7, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp)

112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE (http://www.ricoh-imaging.fr)

Am Kaiserkai 1, 20457 Hamburg, GERMANY (http://www.ricoh-imaging.de)

PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.uk)

633 17th Street, Suite 2600, Denver, Colorado 80202, U.S.A. (http://www.ricoh-imaging.com)

1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7, CANADA (http://www.ricoh-imaging.ca)

23D, Jun Yao International Plaza, 789 Zhaojiabang Road, Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032, CHINA (http://www.ricoh-imaging.com.cn)

• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.

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