PENTAX Corporation

SLR Digital Camera

Operating Manual

Operating Manual

2-36-9, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN(http://www.pentax.co.jp/)
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(Headquarters)
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(PENTAX Service Department)
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CANADA(http://www.pentax.ca)

http://www.pentax.co.jp/english• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
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Copyright © PENTAX Corporation 2007
01-200705 Printed in Philippines

For optimum camera performance, please readthe Operating Manual before using the camera.

Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX s Digital Camera.
Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most outof all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable
tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities.
Lenses you can use
In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, D FA and FA J lenses andlenses that have an Aperture s (Auto) position.
To use any other lens or accessory, see p.37 and p.188.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken using the s that are for anything other than personalenjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the
Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are even cases where limitations are placedon 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 CopyrightAct, and care should be taken here also.
Regarding trademarks
PENTAX, s and smc PENTAX are trademarks of PENTAX Corporation.
PENTAX PHOTO Browser, PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory and SDM are trademarks of
PENTAX Corporation.
This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled
digital still cameras, printers and software help photographers to produce images morefaithful 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.
•
SDHC Logo is trademark.
• All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of theirrespective companies.
To users of this camera• There is a possibility that recorded data may be erased or that the camera may not
function correctly when used in surroundings such as installations generating strong
electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
• The liquid crystal panel used in the LCD display is manufactured using extremely highprecision technology. Although the level of functioning pixels is 99.99% or better, you
should be aware that 0.01% or fewer of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate
when they should not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.
Regarding PictBridge
PictBridge allows the user to connect the printer and digital camera directly, using theunified standard for the direct printout of images. You can print images directly from thecamera through a few simple operations.
• There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the LCD monitor
in this manual are different from the actual product.

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USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY
We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using thisproduct, we request your special attention regarding items marked with thefollowing symbols.
Warning
CautionThis symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injuries.
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
minor or medium personal injuries, or material losses.

ABOUT THE CAMERA
Warning• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present
inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging thecamera, never touch the exposed portion. There is the risk of electric shock.
• To avoid the risk of it being swallowed by mistake, keep the SD Memory
Card out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately
if a memory card is accidentally swallowed.
• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that smallchildren do not hang the strap over their necks.
• Do not look directly at the sun through the camera with the telephoto lens
attached, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes. Viewing the sun
directly with the telephoto lens may lead to a loss of eyesight.
• Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical
assistance immediately if a battery is accidentally swallowed.
• Always use the AC adapter exclusively developed for this product, with thespecified power and voltage. Using an AC adapter not exclusive to thisproduct, or using the exclusive AC adapter with an unspecified power orvoltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera breakdown.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop
use immediately, remove the batteries or the AC adapter, and contact yournearest PENTAX service center. Continued use could cause a fire or electric
shock.
• During thunderstorms, unplug and discontinue use of the AC adapter.
Continued use could cause equipment failure, a fire, or electric shock.

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Caution• Do not short the batteries or dispose of the batteries in fire. Do notdisassemble the batteries. The batteries could explode or catch fire.
• Of the batteries that can be used in this camera (AA Ni-MH batteries, AAlithium batteries, AA alkaline batteries and CR-V3), only the Ni-MH batteries
can be recharged. Recharging other batteries can cause a fire or explosion.
• Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or
begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is the risk of low
temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods.
• Do not place your finger over or cover the flash with clothing when
discharging the flash. Fingers or clothing may be burned.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cordset, 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.

PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE• Only use specified batteries with this camera. Use of other batteries cancause a fire or explosion.
• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, typeor an old battery with a new one. It may cause explosion or a fire.
• The batteries should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity (+ and –)marked on the batteries and the camera. Not inserting batteries correctly
may cause explosion or a fire.
• Do not disassemble the batteries. Of the batteries that can be used in thiscamera, only the Ni-MH batteries can be recharged. Disassembling thebatteries or attempting to charge non-rechargeable batteries could result in
explosion or leakage.

Care to be Taken During Handling• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network that is included in the
package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is stillworking properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a
wedding or during traveling). Pictures cannot be guaranteed if recording,playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due toa malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc.

• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol
benzene.
• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do notleave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
• Do not store the camera with preservatives and chemicals. Storage in hightemperatures and high humidity can cause molding. Remove from case andstore in a dry and well-ventilated location.
• This camera is not waterproof, and should not be used in the rain or where
the camera could get wet.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use acushion 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 LCD display may appear black under high temperatures, but will return
to normal as temperatures normalize.
• The LCD display may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due
to liquid crystal properties, and is not a fault.
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintainhigh performance.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside andoutside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag,removing the camera after temperature of the camera and surroundings areequalized.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts.
These could cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water dropson the camera.
• Refer to “Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card” (p.30) regarding
the SD Memory Card.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder.
Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor. This could cause
breakage or malfunction.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration,
which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX
website. Thank you for your cooperation.
Refer to the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating
Manual (Windows users: p.9, Mac OS users: p.10) for more information.

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Contents
USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY........................................................1
ABOUT THE CAMERA.........................................................................1
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE ............................................2
Care to be Taken During Handling .......................................................2
Contents ...............................................................................................4
Composition of the Operating Manual ..................................................9

Before Using Your Camera

11s Camera Characteristics................................ 12
Checking the Contents of the Package...................................... 13
Names of Working Parts ............................................................. 14
Camera ...............................................................................................14
LCD Monitor Indications .....................................................................16
Viewfinder Indications.........................................................................20
LCD Panel Indications ........................................................................22

Getting Started

23

Attaching the Strap ...................................................................... 24
Inserting the Batteries ................................................................. 25
Batteries..............................................................................................26
Battery Level Indicator ........................................................................27
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time(new batteries) ....................................................................................27
Using the AC Adapter (Optional) ........................................................28

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ................................. 29
Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.....................................................31

Turning the Camera On and Off.................................................. 32
Initial Settings .............................................................................. 33
Setting the Display Language.............................................................33
Setting the Date and Time ..................................................................35

Attaching the Lens....................................................................... 37
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ............................................... 39

Basic Operations

41

Basic Shooting Operation ........................................................... 42
Holding the Camera............................................................................42
Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings ..............................43

Taking Pictures Using the Shake
Reduction Function ..................................................................... 47
Turning On the Shake Reduction Function.........................................48
Setting the Shake Reduction Function ...............................................49

Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes............ 50
Selecting the Shooting Scene.............................................................51

Using a Zoom Lens ...................................................................... 53
Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................... 54
Other Shooting Modes................................................................. 58
Continuous Shooting ..........................................................................58
Self-Timer Shooting ............................................................................60
Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ........64
Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake .........................67

Playing Back Still Pictures .......................................................... 68
Playing Back Images ..........................................................................68
Enlarging Playback Images ................................................................70
Nine-Image Display ............................................................................71
Slideshow ...........................................................................................73

Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment................................. 75
Processing Images with Filters .................................................. 76
Deleting Images ........................................................................... 79
Deleting a Single Image......................................................................79
Deleting All Images.............................................................................80
Deleting Selected Images (from Nine-Image Display)........................81
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)..........................................83

Setting the Printing Service (DPOF)........................................... 85
Printing Single Images........................................................................85
Settings for All Images........................................................................86

Printing Using PictBridge............................................................ 88
Setting [Transfer Mode] ......................................................................89
Connecting the Camera to the Printer ................................................90
Printing Single Images........................................................................91
Printing All Images..............................................................................93
Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings..........................................95
Disconnecting the USB Cable ............................................................95

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Menu Reference97

Using the Button Functions ........................................................ 98
Capture Mode .....................................................................................98
Playback Mode .................................................................................100

Using the Menu .......................................................................... 102
How to Operate the Menu.................................................................102[A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items .................................................104[Q Playback] Menu Setting Items ...................................................104[H Set-up] Menu Setting Items ........................................................105[A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items ...........................................106

Using the Fn Menu ..................................................................... 108
Capture Mode ...................................................................................108
Playback Mode .................................................................................109

Using the Mode Dial................................................................... 110

Function Reference

113

Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level....................... 114
Setting the Image Tone ....................................................................114
Setting the Recorded Pixels .............................................................115
Setting the Quality Level...................................................................116
Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast ......................................117
Setting the White Balance ................................................................118
Setting the Sensitivity .......................................................................121
Setting the Color Space....................................................................123

Focusing ..................................................................................... 124
Using the Autofocus..........................................................................124
Setting the AF Mode .........................................................................127
Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)............................................128
Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)..........................................................130
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus).................................132

Setting the Exposure ................................................................. 134
Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed...............................................134
Selecting the Metering Method .........................................................136
Changing the Exposure Mode ..........................................................138
Setting the Exposure ........................................................................147
Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket) ......................149

Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before
Shooting ..................................................................................... 152
Displaying the Preview .....................................................................152
Selecting the Preview Method ..........................................................153

Using the Built-in Flash ............................................................. 154
Compensating Flash Output .............................................................154
Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash...........................................155
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode .................................155
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash ......................156
DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility
with the Built-in Flash........................................................................158
Using an External Flash (Optional)...................................................160

Settings During Playback.......................................................... 167
Changing Playback Display Method ................................................167
Setting the Slideshow Display Interval..............................................168

Camera Settings......................................................................... 169
Formatting the SD Memory Card......................................................169
Turning the Beep On and Off............................................................170
Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style .........................170
Setting the World Time .....................................................................171
Setting the Display Language...........................................................174
Turning the Guide Display On and Off..............................................174
Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor....................................175
Selecting the Video Output Format...................................................175
Setting Auto Power Off .....................................................................176
Selecting the Folder Name ...............................................................176
Resetting the File Number ................................................................177
Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital Preview ...................177

Resetting to Default Settings .................................................... 179
Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu ...................................179
Resetting the Custom Function Menu ..............................................180

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Appendix181

Default Settings.......................................................................... 182
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 186
Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] ............................................... 188
Cleaning the CCD....................................................................... 189
Removing Dust by Shaking the CCD................................................189
Removing Dust with a Blower...........................................................190

Optional Accessories ................................................................ 192
Error Messages .......................................................................... 194
Troubleshooting......................................................................... 196
Main Specifications ................................................................... 199
Specifications for Remote Control F (Optional) ................................201

Glossary...................................................................................... 202
Index............................................................................................ 206
WARRANTY POLICY.................................................................. 210

9Composition of the Operating ManualThis Operating Manual contains the following chapters.

1 Before Using Your Camera
Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various
parts.

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2 Getting Started
Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be
sure to read it and follow the instructions.

3 Basic Operations
Explains the procedures for taking, playing back, and printing still pictures.
Read it to learn all of the basic operations about capturing, playing back,and printing.

4 Menu Reference
Explains the functions of s by buttons and menus.

5 Function Reference
Introduces functions to further enhance your sexperience.

6 Appendix
Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides
various resources.

The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.

1

Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.
Shows useful information.
Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.

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4
5
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Memo

1 Before Using Your
CameraCheck the package contents and names of working parts
before use.

s Camera Characteristics ........12
Checking the Contents of the Package ..............13
Names of Working Parts ......................................14

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1s Camera
Characteristics

Before Using Your Camera• Features a 23.5×15.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for highprecision and a wide dynamic range.
• Features Shake Reduction (SR), a CCD shifting shake reduction
system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with minimal camera
shake regardless of the lens type.
• The CCD features a special SP coating against dust deposit. The Dust
Removal function also shakes the CCD for removing collected dust.
• Features an AF sensor with 11 focusing points. The central 9 are wide
area cross sensors.
• Features a viewfinder similar to that of a conventional 35 mm camera, with
a 0.85× magnification and 96% field of view, for easier manual focusing.
Also features a superimpose function in which the AF points on the
viewfinder illuminate red.
• Uses CR-V3, AA lithium batteries, rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries or
AA alkaline batteries.
• Features a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor with 210,000 pixels and a brightness
adjusting function for high-precision/wide-field viewing performance.
• Features a Digital Preview function for checking the image to ensure thatthe desired result is achieved.
• Enables quiet and smooth auto focus when combined with a lensfeaturing sonic-wave motor.
The captured area (view angle) will differ between the s and 35
mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35
mm film and CCD are different.
Sizes for 35 mm film and CCD
35 mm film
: 36×24 mm
s CCD : 23.5×15.7 mm
Angles of view being equal, the focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera must
be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of s. To obtain anangle of view framing the same area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by 1.5.
Example) To capture the same image as a 150 mm lens attached to a 35 mm
camera150÷1.5=100
Use a 100 mm lens with the s.
Inversely, multiply the focal length of the lens used with s by 1.5
to determine the focal length for 35 mm cameras.
Example) If 300 mm lens is used with s
300×1.5=450
Focal length is equivalent to a 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera.

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The following accessories are packaged with your camera.
Check that all accessories are included.
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Eyecup FO(Installed on camera)

ME Viewfinder cap

Body mount cover(Installed on camera)

USB cable
I-USB17

Video cable
I-VC28

Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW55Strap
O-ST53

AA Alkaline batteries*(four)

Operating Manual(this manual)

PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/
PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3

Operating Manual* The batteries packaged with the camera are for checking the camera'sfunctionality.

Before Using Your Camera

Hot shoe cover FK(Installed on camera)

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Names of Working Parts

Camera1
Before Using Your Camera

Lens mount index
Shutter releasebuttonMirrorMain switch
Card coverSelf-Timer lamp/
Remote control receiverLens unlock button

Power pin
AF coupler

Focus
mode lever
Lens information
contacts

e-dialL/ZbuttonFour-waycontroller
3 buttoni button

4 button{ button
Battery cover

M button
Q button
Tripod socket

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Built-in flash
Mode dial

K button
Hot shoe
mc button

Strap lug
Cable switch
terminal
USB/Video terminal

Diopteradjustment lever
Shake Reduction
switchDC input terminal
Terminal cover

Card accesslamp

LCD monitor

Viewfinder

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Before Using Your Camera

LCD panel

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LCD Monitor Indications

1

The following indicators appear on the
LCD monitor depending on the status of
the camera.

Before Using Your Camera

LCD monitor

While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial
Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when the camera is
powered on or mode dial is turned.
Select Off for [Guide display] in [H Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.105)

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
AF. S

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Night Scene

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1600

Flash mode
(Active mode appears) (p.54)
2 Drive mode (p.108)
3* AE metering (p.136)
4 AF mode (p.127)
5* AF point switching (p.128)
6* White balance (p.118)
7* Sensitivity (p.121)
8* Shake Reduction mode (p.47)
9 Shooting mode, Scene mode
(p.110)
10* World time warning display (p.171)
11 Date and time (p.170)* Indicators 3, 5, 6 and 7 only appear
when a setting other than the default
setting is selected. 8 only appears
when the Shake Reduction function isOff. 10 only appears when WorldTime is On.

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Capture Mode
Press the M button in Capture mode to display the capture function
settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds.
Detailed Information

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ISO 800
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12

sRGB
40 mm
40mm
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5*
6*
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8
9
10

AF mode (p.127)
Mode dial position (p.110)
AE metering (p.136)
Flash mode (p.54)
Drive mode (p.108)
Auto bracket (p.151)
ISO sensitivity (p.121)
Image tone (p.114)
Quality level (p.116)
Recorded pixels (p.115)

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AF. S

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11 Color space (p.123)
12 White balance (p.118)
13 Date and time (p.170)
14 AF point position (p.128)
15 Saturation (p.117)
16 Sharpness (p.117)
17 Contrast (p.117)
18 Lens focal length
19* Scene mode (p.50)
20 Shake Reduction mode (p.47)* Indicators 5 and 6 do not appear at the same time. Only one appears at atime. Indicator 19 is only displayed in Scene mode.

Press the four-way controller (p) to view explanation of set Shooting mode.
Explanation of Set Shooting Mode
Detailed Info

Night Scene

Used for night scenes.
Use a tripod, etc. toprevent shaking

Before Using Your Camera

Detailed Info

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Playback Mode

1

Every time you press the M button during playback, the camera
switches screen displays in the following order: [Standard] Display,[Histogram] Display, [Detailed Information] Display and [No info. Display](image only).

Before Using Your Camera

You can change the information initially displayed by pressing the Q button.
(p.167)

Detailed Information2

100-0001
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AF. S
1 / 2000 FF2
2 . 8 + 1 . 5EV
ISO 800
sRGB
40 mm
40mm
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3

Captured image
Rotate icon (p.69)
Image folder number and filenumber (p.176, 177)

4 Protect icon (p.83)
5 AF mode (p.127)
6 AF point information (p.128)
7 Shutter speed (p.140)
8 Aperture value (p.142)
9 EV compensation (p.147)
10 Saturation (p.117)
11 Mode dial position (p.110)
12 AE metering (p.136)
13* Flash mode (p.54)

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11 12 13 14 15
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23

14* Drive mode (p.108)
15* Auto bracket (p.151)
16 Sharpness (p.117)
17 ISO sensitivity (p.121)
18 Image tone (p.114)
19 Contrast (p.117)
20 Quality level (p.116)
21 Recorded pixels (p.115)
22 Color space (p.123)
23 Lens focal length
24 White balance (p.118)
25 Captured date and time (p.170)
26* Scene mode (p.50)* Indicator 13 only appears for images in which the flash was discharged.
Indicators 14 and 15 do not appear at the same time. Only one appears at atime. Indicator 26 is only displayed in Scene mode.

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Histogram Display

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100-0046

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2
3
4

Capture quality (Image file type)
Image folder number and file number (p.176, p.177)
Protect icon (p.83)
Histogram (p.167)• Areas where blooming overexposure occurred blink if [Bright Portion]
warning is set to On in [Plybk dsply mthd] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.167)• Press the four-way controller (mn) in the histogram display to move thehistogram display position up or down.

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Viewfinder Indications2

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AF frame (p.39)
Spot metering frame (p.136)
AF point (p.128)
Flash status (p.54)
Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but
not set.
Continuous mode (p.127)
Appears when [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to k (Continuousmode).
Picture mode icon (p.50)
Icon for Picture mode in use appears.
\ (Moving Object), q (Macro), = (Portrait), U (Normal mode in I),. (Night Scene Portrait), s (Landscape)
Scene mode icon (p.50)
Appears when taking pictures in Scene mode.
Focus indicator (p.44)
Appears when image is focused.
Shutter speed (p.140)/Confirm Sensitivity
Shutter speed when capturing or adjusting (underlined when shutter speed
can be adjusted with e-dial).
The sensitivity is displayed when [OK btn when shooting] is set to [Confirm
Sensitivity] and the 4 button is pressed. (p.126)

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• The red indication of the AF point used for autofocus lightens superimposed
when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. (p.128)• When [OK btn when shooting] is set to [Confirm Sensitivity] in the [A Custom
Setting] menu, press the 4 button to display the sensitivity in the
viewfinder. (p.126)

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Aperture value (p.142)
Aperture value when capturing or adjusting (underlined when aperture canbe adjusted with e-dial).
EV compensation (p.147)
Appears when EV compensation is available or in use.
Blinks slowly when compensating flash output.
Blinks quickly when compensating exposure and flash output.
Adjusted value appears where number of recordable images is shown.
Number of recordable images/EV compensation
Show the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded
pixel setting.
Show the number of continuous shooting recordable images. (p.106)
EV compensation value appears when EV compensation is being adjusted.
(p.139)The difference with the appropriate exposure value appears if exposure
mode is a. (p.144)
Shake Reduction display (p.47)
Appears during Shake Reduction.
Manual focus (p.132)
Appears when focus mode is \.
ISO sensitivity warning (p.122)
Appears when warning value is exceeded.
AE lock indicator (p.148)
Appears during AE lock.

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LCD Panel Indications
The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera.
1
Before Using Your Camera

1

7

2

8
9

3
4
5 610
1
2
3

4

Shutter speed (p.140)
Aperture value (p.142)
Flash mode (p.54)b: Built-in flash is ready(when blinking, flash should
be used or incompatible
lens is being used)a: Flash off
E : Auto discharge> : Red-eye reduction flash on
Drive mode (p.108)
9: Single frame shooting
j : Continuous shootingg: Self-Timer shootingh: Remote control shooting

5

6

AF point information (p.128)
No indicator: AutoV
: SelectM: Center
AE metering (p.136)
No indicator: Multi-segment
metering: Center-weighted
meteringN: Spot metering
Auto bracketing (p.151)
White balance (p.118)(Not displayed when set to Auto)
Battery level
EV compensation (p.147)
Number of recordable images/
EV compensation value/PC (Pb)
(PC=Personal Computer (massstorage), Pb=PictBridge)

M

7
8
9
10
11

11

2 Getting Started
This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing thecamera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the
instructions.

Attaching the Strap ..............................................24
Inserting the Batteries .........................................25
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card .........29
Turning the Camera On and Off ..........................32
Initial Settings .......................................................33
Attaching the Lens ...............................................37
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ........................39

Attaching the Strap

24

1
2

Pass the end of the strap
through the strap lug, thensecure on the inside of theclasp.

Getting Started

2

Pass the other end of the strap
through the other strap lug on thecamera, then secure on the insideof the clasp.

Inserting the Batteries

25

Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH
batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.
This camera is packaged with AA alkaline batteries for checking the camera’sfunctionality but some other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Refer to“Batteries” (p.26) for details on compatible batteries and when to use them.

1

Push and hold the battery
cover unlock lever as shown in
the illustration (1), and slide
the battery cover toward thelens (2), and then flip open.

1

2

2

Insert the batteries according
to the +/– indicators in thebattery chamber.

Getting Started• CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries that can be used in thiscamera are not rechargeable.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.
• Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The
batteries may leak.
• If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries
after a long while, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.35)• Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera
breakdown. Wipe the electrodes of the batteries before inserting.
• Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands oran old battery with a new one.

2

26

3

Press down on the batteries
with the battery cover (1) andslide it as shown in theillustration (2) to close.

12

2
Getting Started• Use the AC adapter (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period.
(p.28)• Check the battery orientation if the camera does not operate properly after
replacing the batteries.
Be sure to fully close the battery cover. The camera will not turn on if the battery
cover is open.

Batteries
You can use four kinds of batteries with your camera. Battery performancediffers by type. Please choose the type that best suits your purpose.
CR-V3*The CR-V3 is a long-life battery and is convenient whentraveling.

AA Ni-MHrechargeable
batteries

These are rechargeable and are economical.
A commercially available battery charger that iscompatible with the batteries is required.

AA lithium batteries

Recommended in cold climates.

Provided with the camera. These are easily obtainable
when your usual batteries run out but they may not support
AA alkaline batteries all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do
not recommend their use except in emergencies andchecking the camera's functionality.
* CR-V3 batteries have rechargeable and non-rechargeable types. This camera
uses only non-rechargeable CR-V3 batteries.
Nickel manganese batteries and rechargeable CR-V3 batteries may cause
malfunctions due to their voltage characteristics. Therefore, use is notrecommended.

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Battery Level Indicator
You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the { displayed on
the LCD panel.
{lit: Battery is full.

lit: Battery is running low.

lit

: Battery is almost empty.

blink: The camera turns off after displaying a message.

¶
}

¶

2

¶
?

Approximate Image Storage Capacity andPlayback Time (new batteries)
Batteries
CR-V3
AA lithium
batteries
AA rechargeable
batteries(NiMH 2500mAh)
AA Alkaline
Batteries(23°C)( 0°C)(23°C)( 0°C)(23°C)

Normalrecording
730
300
660
520
430

( 0°C)

350(Temperature)

Flash photography
50% use 100% use
630
480
210
180
570
450
360
310
300
260
250

200

Playbacktime

700 minutes
470 minutes
470 minutes
400 minutes
350 minutes
300 minutes(23°C)

80
60
40
140 minutes
Not
Not
Not
( 0°C)
70 minutes
applicable applicable applicable

The picture storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on
measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the others are basedon PENTAX measuring conditions. Some deviation from the above figures may
occur in actual use depending on shooting mode and shooting conditions.
• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases.
When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand andkeep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normalwhen returned to room temperature.
• AA alkaline batteries may not support all the camera functions. We do notrecommend their use except in emergencies and checking the camera'sfunctionality.
• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold
climates, or when you will be taking a lot of pictures.

Getting Started?

28

Using the AC Adapter (Optional)

4
1
2

2
Getting Started

3

We recommend using the AC adapter D-AC76 (optional) when using the
LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC.

1
2

Make sure the camera is turned off before opening theterminal cover.
Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input
terminal on the camera.

3

Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter.

4

Plug the AC cord into the power outlet.
• Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting theAC adapter.
• Make sure connections are secure between the camera, AC adapter, AC
plug cord terminal and the power outlet. SD Memory Card and data will becorrupted if disconnected while camera is recording or reading data.
• Be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC76 Operating Manual when using theAC adapter.
• The rechargeable batteries in your camera will not charge when connectedto the AC adapter.

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory
Card

29

Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card. Make sure thecamera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card
(market product).
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while card access lamp is lit.
• Format new SD Memory Card. Also format SD Memory Card used with othercameras. Refer to “Formatting the SD Memory Card” (p.169) for details on
formatting.

Slide the card cover in the
direction of the arrow (1) andthen lift open (2).

122Insert the card all the way with
the SD Memory Card label
toward the LCD monitor.

Push the SD Memory Card in once toremove.

3

Close the card cover (1) andthen slide it in the direction of
the arrow (2).

2
1

Be sure to fully close the card cover. The
camera will not turn on if the card coveris open.

Getting Started

1

2

30
Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card

2
Getting Started• The SD Memory Card is equipped with awrite-protect switch. Setting the switch to
LOCK protects the existing data by
Write-protect
prohibiting recording of new data, deletionswitchof existing data or formatting of the card.
• Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately afterusing the camera because the card may be hot.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being
saved to the card, images are being played back, or the camera is connected
to a computer with the USB cable. This may cause the data to be lost or thecard to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it awayfrom water and store away from high temperatures.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting. The card may bedamaged beyond use.
• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances.
PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted if(1) the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
(2) the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electricalinterference.
(3) the card has not been used for a long time.
(4) the card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the card isbeing recorded or 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.
• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity orelectrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to
rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
• For information on compatible SD Memory Card, visit the PENTAX website orcontact your nearest PENTAX customer service center.
• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Card used with othercameras. 1Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.169)• 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 isdestroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information. Please note thatformatting the SD card will not necessarily delete the data so that it cannot berecovered using off the shelf data recovery software. There are off the shelfsecure data deletion software programs available that will completely delete
the data. In any case the data on your SD Memory Card should be managed
at your own risk.

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Recorded Pixels and Quality Level

Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level forimages on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
1 Setting the Recorded Pixels (p.115)
1 Setting the Quality Level (p.116)
Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Approximate Image Storage
Capacity
Quality Level
Recorded Pixels(3008×2008)(3008×2000)
Q(2400×1600)
R(1536×1024)
P

C
D
E
Best
BetterGood
1 GB 512 MB 1 GB 512 MB 1 GB 512 MB 1 GB 512 MB
90
46
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
330
167
607
311
966
498
—
—
459
234
807
415
1399
674
—
—
880
453
1397
722
2151 1115|• The above figures may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions,shooting mode and SD Memory Card, etc.

2
Getting Started

Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compressionrate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you havetaken.
Pictures with larger recorded pixels or more Es are clearer when printed.
The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that canbe recorded on an SD Memory Card) becomes less with larger file sizes.
The quality of the captured photo or printed picture depends on the quality
level, exposure control, resolution of the printer and a variety of otherfactors so you do not need to select more than the required number ofpixels. For example, to print in postcard size, R (1536×1024) isadequate. Set the appropriate recorded size and quality level depending
on purpose.

Turning the Camera On and Off

32

1
2

Move the main switch to [ON]position.

Getting Started

The camera will turn on.
Move the main switch to [OFF] position
to turn off the camera.

• Always turn the camera off when not in use.
• The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations
within a set period of time. After the camera turns off automatically, turn it on
again or perform any of the following.
• Press the shutter release button halfway.
• Press the Q button.
• Press the M button.
• By default, the camera is set to power off automatically after 1 minute ofinactivity. You can change the setting with [Auto Power Off] on the [H Setup] menu. (p.176)

Initial Settings

33

The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the Initial Settings
screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set thelanguage displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time.
Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning yourcamera on.

You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc.
are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish,
Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional/simplified)and Japanese.

1

Press the four-way controller(p).

Initial Settings
EnglishNew York
DST
Cancel2

Use the four-way controller(mnop) to select thedesired language.
The default setting is English.

EnglishFrançais
DeutschEspañol
Italiano
Svenska
Cancel3

Press the 4 button.

OK OK

Nederlands

OK OK

Getting Started

Setting the Display Language

2

34

4

Press the four-way controller (n).
The cursor moves to [W].

2

5

Press the four-way controller (op) to select the city.

6

Press the four-way controller (n).
The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time).

Getting Started

7
8

Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P(Off).
Press the 4 button.
The screen for setting the date and time will be displayed.

When an Incorrect Language is Set
Follow the procedure below to display the screen for setting the language, andgo to Step 2 on p.33 to set the language again.

1
2
3
4
5

Turn the camera off and turn it on again.
Press the 3 button.
Press the four-way controller (p) twice.
Press the four-way controller (n) five times.
Press the four-way controller (p) once.
The screen for setting the language will be displayed.

35

Setting the Date and Time
Set the current date and time and the display style.

1

Press the four-way controller(p).

Date Adjust
Date Style
mm/dd/yy24h

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

00 : 00

Time
Cancel2
3

Use the four-way controller (mn) to choose the datestyle.
Press the four-way controller(p).

Date Adjust
Date Style
mm/dd/yy24h

The frame moves to [24h].

01 / 01 / 2006

Date

00 : 00

Time
Cancel

4
5

OK OK

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select 24h (24-hour
display) or 12h (12-hour display).
Press the four-way controller (p).
The frame returns to [Date Style].

6

OK OK

Press the four-way controller (n).
The frame moves to [Date].

Getting Started

01 / 01 / 2006

Date

2

36

7

Press the four-way controller(p).

Date Adjust
Date Style
mm/dd/yy24h

The frame moves to the month.

01 / 01 / 2006

Date

00 : 00

Time
CancelOK OK

2Getting Started

8

Use the four-way controller (mn) to set the month.
Set the day and year in the same manner.
Next, set the time.
If you select [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm
depending on the time.

9

Press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time withthe menu operations, the screen will return to the [H Set-up] menu.
Press the 4 button again.
You can cancel the setting operation and switch to Capture mode during initial
settings by pressing the 3 button. In this case, the Initial Settings screen
will appear again the next time you turn the camera on.
• When you finish the settings and press the 4 button, the camera clock is
reset to 00 seconds. To set the exact time, press the 4 button when thetime signal (on the TV, radio, etc.) reaches 00 seconds.
• You can change the language and date and time settings with the menu
operations. (p.170, p.174)

Attaching the Lens

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

1
2

Check that the camera is off.
Remove the body mount cover(1) and lens mount cover (2).
Be sure to put the lens down with thelens mount side facing upward toprotect from damage to the areaaround the lens mount after removal.

3

Align the red dots on thecamera and the lens, andsecure by turning the lens
clockwise until it clicks.
After attaching, check that the lens issecured. Also check that the red dots of
the lens are on top and attachment
portion does not move sideways.

2
Getting Started

All camera exposure modes are available when using DA, D FA, FA J orother lenses with Aperture s (Auto) position. Some functions are
restricted when lenses are not set to Aperture s (Auto). Also see “Notes
on [Using Aperture Ring]” (p.188). Other lenses and accessories will not
be available with factory default settings. To allow shutter release withlenses or accessories not listed above, set [Using aperture ring] in custom
function settings. (p.107)

37

38

4

Remove the front lens cap bypushing the indicated portions
inward.

2
Getting Started

To detach the lens, hold down the lensunlock button (3) and turn the lenscounterclockwise.

3• The body mount cover (1) is a cover to prevent scratches and block dust
when shipped. Body Mount Cap K is sold separately and has a lock function.
• We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages andmalfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.
• The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts andan AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system.
Clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth.

Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter

39

Adjust the viewfinder to suit your eyesight.
If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter
adjustment lever sideways.
You can slide the diopter from –2.5m-1 to +1.5m-1.
2

Look through the viewfinderand point the camera at a welllit scene. Slide the diopter
adjustment lever left or right.

Getting Started

1

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

AF frame• The Fo Eyecup is attached to theviewfinder portion when camera leaves
the factory. Diopter adjustment isavailable with the Fo Eyecup attached.
However, adjustment is easier with theeyecup removed. To remove the Fo
Eyecup, press in one side and pull it out
toward you.
To attach the Fo Eyecup, align it with thegroove on the viewfinder eyepiece andpush it into position.
• If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly even if you set the diopter
adjustment lever, use the diopter correction lens adapter M. However, theeyecup must be removed to use this adapter. (p.193)

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Memo

3 Basic Operations
This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by
setting mode dial to Picture mode (Auto Picture or Portrait
mode - Flash OFF mode) and Scene mode to ensure
successful capturing.
For information about advanced functions and settings fortaking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward.

Basic Shooting Operation ...................................42
Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction
Function ................................................................47
Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for
Scenes ...................................................................50
Using a Zoom Lens ..............................................53
Using the Built-in Flash .......................................54
Other Shooting Modes .........................................58
Playing Back Still Pictures ..................................68
Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment .........75
Processing Images with Filters ...........................76
Deleting Images ....................................................79
Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) ...................85
Printing Using PictBridge ....................................88

42

Basic Shooting Operation

Holding the Camera
How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures.
• Hold the camera firmly with both hands.
• Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture.
3
Basic Operations
Horizontal position

Vertical position• To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object
such as a table, tree, or wall.
• Although there are individual differences among photographers, the shutter
speed for a handheld camera is generally 1/(focal length ×1.5). For example,
it is 1/75 of a second for a focal length of 50 mm and 1/150 of a second for
100 mm. Use a tripod or the Shake Reduction function (p.47) when using alower shutter speed.
• When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight ofthe camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake.
• Do not use the Shake Reduction function when using the camera on a tripod.

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Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal
Settings
How to set the camera so it will choose the optimum settings based on thesubject lighting, distance and motion.

1

Set the mode dial to I.

2

Set the focus mode lever to=.
Autofocus mode is set. (p.124)

3
Basic Operations

The camera will select the optimal
capturing mode for the subject.
1 Selecting the Appropriate Capturing
Mode for Scenes (p.50)

44

3

Look through the viewfinder toview the subject.
A zoom lens can be used to change thesize of the subject in the viewfinder.
1 Using a Zoom Lens (p.53)

4
3

Position the subject inside theAF frame and press the shutter
release button halfway.

Basic Operations

The autofocus system operates. The
focus indicator ] appears in the
viewfinder when the subject is in
focus.
The flash pops up automatically whennecessary (manually lift the flash
when Flash mode is not set to [Auto]).
1 Operating the shutter releasebutton (p.45)
1 Subjects that are Difficult to Focus
on (p.46)
1 Using the Built-in Flash (p.54)
1 Selecting the Focusing Area (AFPoint) (p.128)

Focus indicator

You can preview the image in the LCD monitor and check the composition,
exposure, and focus before taking the picture. (p.152)

5

Press the shutter releasebutton fully.
The picture is taken.

645
Review captured images on the
LCD monitor.

3
DeleteOperating the shutter release button
The shutter release button has two positions.

Not pressed

Pressed halfway Pressed fully(first position) (second position)

Pressing it down halfway (first position) turns on the viewfinder and
LCD panel indicators and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it
fully (second position) takes the picture.
• Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture to prevent
camera shake.
• Practice pressing the shutter release button halfway to learn where thefirst position is.
• The viewfinder indicators stay on while shutter release button ispressed. The indications stay on for about 10 seconds (default setting)after the button is released. (p.20)

Basic Operations

Image displays for 1 second on the
LCD monitor after capturing (InstantReview).
You can delete the image during
Instant Review by pressing the ibutton.
1 Setting the Display Time of the
Instant Review (p.177)
1 Deleting Images (p.79)
1 Displaying Bright Portion (p.178)
1 Histogram Display (p.178)

46
Subjects that are Difficult to Focus on
The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when
taking pictures under the following conditions ((a) to (f) below). These also
apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator ] in the viewfinder.
If the subject cannot be focused automatically, set the focus mode lever to\ and use the manual focus mode to focus on the subject with the aidof the matte field in the viewfinder. (p.133)

3
Basic Operations(a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall in thefocusing area.
(b) Subjects which do not reflect much light within the focusing area.
(c) Fast moving objects.
(d) Strongly reflected light or strong backlighting (bright background).
(e) If vertical or horizontal line patterns appear within the focusing
area.
(f) Multiple subjects in the foreground and background within thefocusing area.
Subject may not be focused even when ] (focus indicator) is displayed when(f) above applies.

Taking Pictures Using the Shake
Reduction Function

47

You can easily take sharp pictures using the Shake Reduction function bysimply turning on the Shake Reduction switch.

Shake Reduction

Blurred picture

Picture taken with
the Shake Reduction function• The Shake Reduction function does not compensate for blurring caused by movementof the subject. To take pictures of a moving subject, increase the shutter speed.
• The Shake Reduction function may not fully reduce camera shake when
taking close-up shots. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake
Reduction function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod.
• The Shake Reduction function will not fully work when shooting with aslower shutter speed, for example when shooting a moving subject ornight scenes. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake Reduction
function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod.

Shake Reduction Function and Lens Focal Length
The Shake Reduction function operates by acquiring the lens informationsuch as focal length.
If the camera uses a DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens, the lens information is
automatically acquired when the Shake Reduction function is activated.
[Focal Length] cannot be set from [Shake Reduction] menu in the [A Rec.
Mode] (The menu items cannot be selected).
If another type of lens is used, the lens information cannot be automaticallyacquired even when the Shake Reduction function is activated. In this case,the [Shake Reduction] menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the[Shake Reduction] menu. 1 Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.49)

3
Basic Operations

The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that easily
occurs when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful fortaking pictures in situations where camera shake is likely to occur.
The Shake Reduction function gives you approximately 2 to 3.5 steps
slower shutter speed without the risk of the camera shake.
The Shake Reduction function is ideal when taking pictures in thefollowing situations.
• When taking pictures in dimly lit locations, such as indoors, at night,
on cloudy days and in the shade• When taking telephoto pictures

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Turning On the Shake Reduction Function

1

Turn on the Shake Reduction
switch.
When the shutter release button ispressed halfway, k appears in the
viewfinder and the Shake Reduction
function turns on.

3
Basic Operations• If a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lensinformation such as focal length is used (p.47), the [Shake Reduction] menu
appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Shake Reduction] menu.
1 Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.49)• Turn the Shake Reduction switch off if you will not use the Shake Reduction
function.
• The Shake Reduction function will not fully work (for about 2 seconds) rightafter turning on the camera or restoring from Auto Power Off. Wait for the
Shake Reduction function to become stable before gently pressing the
shutter release button to take a picture. Press the shutter release button
halfway. The camera is ready to take pictures when k appears in the
viewfinder.
• Be sure to turn off the Shake Reduction switch when using the camera witha tripod.
• The Shake Reduction function automatically turns off in the following
situations.
When using self-timer, 2 sec. self-timer, remote control shooting, 3 sec. delay
shooting, bulb shooting, or wireless mode with an external flash

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Setting the Shake Reduction Function
The [Shake Reduction] menu appears when the camera is turned on with the
Shake Reduction switch on and a type of lens that does not support automatic
acquisition of lens information such as focal length (p.47) is mounted.
Use the [Shake Reduction] menu to set the [Focal Length].

1

Use the four-way controller(op) to set [Focal Length].
Select from the following 34 focal length
values. (The default setting is 35.)
8 10 12 15 18 20 24 28 30 35
40 43 50 55 65 70 77 85 100 120
135 150 180 200 250 300 350 400 450 500
550 600 700 800

Shake Reduction
Focal Length100

120 135

CancelOK OK• If the focal length for your lens is not listed above, select the value closest to
the actual focal length.
• When using a zoom lens, select the actual focal length at the zoom setting inthe same manner.
• Effect of Shake Reduction is influenced by the shooting distance as well as
focal length information. The Shake Reduction function may not perform as
expected when shooting at close ranges.

2

Press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
To change the [Focal Length] setting, use [Shake Reduction] on the [A Rec.
Mode] menu. (p.104)

3
Basic Operations• [Focal Length] cannot be set manually on the [Shake Reduction] menu whenusing a lens that supports automatic acquisition of lens information such as
focal length because [Focal Length] is set automatically.
• Set [FI with S lens used] on the [A Custom Setting] menu to [Available] toenable the focus indicator when using a screw mount lens. If this is set to[Unavailable], the camera assumes there is no lens attached, and the Shake
Reduction function cannot be used.
• When using a lens without the s position on the aperture or with the aperture
set to a position other than the s position, set [Using aperture ring] on the [ACustom Setting] menu to [Permitted].

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Selecting the Appropriate Capturing
Mode for Scenes
The camera selects and sets the optimum mode when I (Auto Picture)on the mode dial is set to the dial indicator.

3
Basic Operations

Dial indicator
Select = (Portrait), s (Landscape), q (Macro), \ (Moving Object),. (Night Scene Portrait), a (Flash OFF), H (Scene) with the mode dial
if desired image is not captured in Auto Picture mode.
The modes are as follows.
Selects automatically from Portrait, Landscape,
Macro, and Moving Object modes.
I (Auto Picture)
Lets you take pictures with standard settings (Normalmode) when there is no optimal shooting mode.
Optimal for capturing portraits.
= (Portrait)
Deepens the focus range, emphasizes contour ands (Landscape)saturation of trees and the sky, and produces a bright image.
Lets you take vibrant pictures of flowers and otherq (Macro)small subjects at short distances.
Lets you take sharp pictures of a quickly moving\ (Moving Object)subject, such as at a sporting event.
. (Night Scene Portrait) Lets you capture people against a night view or dusk.
The built-in flash is deactivated. Other settings are thea (Flash OFF)same as the Normal mode in I.
Lets you select from 8 shooting scenes depending on
H (Scene)
the shooting conditions.
For . (Night Scene Portrait), the shutter speed becomes slower in darkplaces, even if the built-in flash is used. To prevent camera shake, either use
the Shake Reduction function or mount the camera on a tripod.

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Selecting the Shooting Scene
By setting the H (Scene) icon to the dial indicator, you can choose fromthe following 8 shooting scenes.
A (Night Scene)i (Surf & Snow)

C (Kids)
E (Pet)D (Candlelight)
E (Museum)The flash is deactivated in A (Night Scene), K (Sunset), D (Candlelight)
and E (Museum) modes. To prevent camera shake, either use the Shake
Reduction function or mount the camera on a tripod.

How to Select a Shooting Scene

1

Set the mode dial to H (Scene).

2

Press the { button.
The Fn menu appears. The icon for thecurrently selected shooting scene
appears in the Fn menu screen in
H (Scene) mode.

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn Exit3
Basic Operations

B (Text)
K (Sunset)

Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent
shaking.
For capturing images of dazzling backgrounds, such as
snowy mountains.
Lets you take clear pictures of text or writing.
For capturing the sunrise or sunset in beautiful colors.
For capturing moving kids.
Reproduces healthy and bright skin tone.
For capturing moving pets.
For capturing scenes in candlelight.
For capturing images in places where a flash isprohibited.

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3

Press the 4 button.

Night Scene

The mode palette appears.
Used for night scenes.
Use a tripod, etc. toprevent shaking.
OK OK

4
3
Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller(mnop) to choose a Scene
mode.
If Pet mode is selected, you can turnthe e-dial to choose a dog or a cat
icon.The function is the same,
regardless of which icon you choose.

5

Press the 4 button.
The screen returns to the Fn menu.

6

Press the { button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

Pet

For capturing moving
pets
OK OK

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Enlarges the subject (telephoto) or captures a wider area (wide angle) witha zoom lens. Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture.

1

Turn the zoom ring to the rightor left.
Turn the zoom ring clockwise fortelephoto and counterclockwise forwide angle.

3

Wide Angle

Telephoto

Basic Operations• The smaller the number of the displayed focal length, the wider the angle.
The larger the number, the more magnified the image appears.
• Power Zoom functions (Image Size Tracking, Zoom Clip, and Auto Zoom
Effect) are not compatible with this camera.

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Use the following procedures to take a picture in low light or backlit
conditions or when you want to manually use the built-in flash.
The built-in flash is optimum at about 0.7 m to 4 m from the subject.
Exposure will not be properly controlled and vignetting may occur whenused at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly
depending on the lens being used and set sensitivity (p.156)).

Compatibility of built-in flash and lensVignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may
occur depending on the lens being used and the capture conditions. We
recommend taking a test shot to confirm this.
1 DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash (p.158)

3
Basic Operations• When using the built-in flash, remove the lens hood before shooting.
• The built-in flash fully discharges for lenses without a function to set
aperture lens ring to s (Auto).

g Auto discharge

Camera automatically determines surrounding light andbuilt-in flash pops up. The flash pops up and discharges
automatically when necessary, such as when using a
shutter speed likely to cause camera shake or in backlit
conditions. (The flash may pop up but may not discharge
if the camera determines that the flash is not necessary.)h Manual discharge

Discharges flash manually. Flash discharges whenpopped up, does not discharge when retracted.

Auto flash+Redeye Lights a red-eye reduction light before automatic flash.

i reduct

Manl flash+Redeye Discharges flash manually. Lights a red-eye reduction
light before manual flash.

j reduct

Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) is used regardless of flash mode settings
if the K button is pressed to pop up the flash manually.

Selecting Flash Mode

1

Press the { button.
The Fn menu appears.

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn Exit2

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Press the four-way controller(n).
The Flash options screen appears.

Flash Mode
Auto discharge

When the mode dial is set to e, b, c,
a or p, g and i appear gray andcannot be selected.

OK OK

3

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

4

Press the 4 button.

3

5

Press the { button.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

Using Auto Discharge g, i (Automatic Flash Popup)1

Set the mode dial to H, I, =, q, or ..
The flash is deactivated when A (Night Scene), K (Sunset),
D (Candlelight) or E (Museum) is selected in H (Scene) mode.

2

Press the shutter releasebutton halfway.
The built-in flash pops up if necessary
and begins charging. When the flash is
fully charged, b appears in the LCD
panel and viewfinder. (p.17, p.20, p.22)

Switch between Auto discharge mode and Manual discharge mode (Flash ON)
by pressing the K button while the built-in flash is popped up. If Auto
discharge is set, E appears on the LCD panel.

Basic Operations

The camera returns to the Fn menu screen.

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3

Press the shutter release button fully.
The picture is taken.

4

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

3
Basic Operations

Using Manual Discharge (Flash ON) h, j

1Press the K button.
The built-in flash pops up and begins
charging. Manual discharge mode
(Flash ON) is used regardless of flash
mode settings. When the flash is fully
charged, h appears in the LCD panel
and viewfinder. (p.17, p.20, p.22)
When Flash mode is set to g or i andyou pop up the built-in flash, you canswitch between Auto discharge modeand Manual discharge mode (Flash ON)
by pressing the K button under thefollowing conditions.
• Shooting mode is set to I, =, s,q, \, or ..
• H mode is set to i, B, C, or E.

2

Press the shutter release button fully.
The flash discharges and the picture is taken.

3

Push the flash down to retract.

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Using Red-eye Reduction Flash

Daylight-Sync Shooting
In daylight conditions, the flash will eliminate shadows when a portrait
picture is taken with a person’s face cast in shadow. Use of the flash in thisway is called Daylight-Sync Shooting. Flash is discharged manually whenshooting with Daylight-Sync Shooting.
Taking pictures (Auto Picture)
1 Confirm that the flash has popped up and the flash mode is set to h(Manual discharge). (p.56)
2 Confirm that the flash is fully charged.
3 Take the picture.
The picture may be overexposed if the background is too bright.

Without Daylight-Sync

With Daylight-Sync

3
Basic Operations“Red-eye” is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs
taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of
the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils
are dilated in dark environments.
This phenomenon cannot be averted but the following measures can beused to combat it.
• Brighten the surroundings when shooting.
• Set to wide angle and shoot from closer if a zoom lens is in use.
• Use a flash that supports red-eye reduction.
• Position the flash as far away from the camera as possible when using
an external flash.
The red-eye reduction function on this camera reduces red-eye bydischarging the flash twice. With the red-eye reduction function, thepre-flash is discharged just before the shutter is released. This reduces
pupil dilation. The main flash is then discharged while the pupils are
smaller, reducing the red-eye effect. To use the red-eye reduction
function, set i (Red-eye reduction auto flash) in Picture mode or j
(Red-eye reduction manual flash) in other modes for Flash mode.

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Continuous Shooting
Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is held
down.

3
Basic Operations

1

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn Exit2

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Press the four-way controller(m).

The Drive Mode options screen
appears.

3

OK OK

3

Use the four-way controller(op) to select j.
Drive Mode
Continuous shooting

OK OK

4

Press the 4 button.
The camera returns to the Fn menu
screen.

5

Press the { button.
The camera is ready to take pictures.

6

Press the shutter release button halfway.
The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the
viewfinder when the subject is in focus.

Basic Operations

Drive Mode
Single frame shooting60
Set [No. cnt shtng rcd im] in [Recordable Image No.] of the [A Custom Setting]menu. The number of continuously recordable images (buffer space) appears
when shutter is pressed halfway. (p.106)

7

Press the shutter release button fully.
Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is fullypressed. Take your finger off the shutter release button to stop.
Continuous shooting settings are retained when the power is turned off.
Display the Fn menu again and set to 9 (Single frame shooting) to stop
Continuous shooting.

3
Basic Operations• The focus is adjusted each time the shutter is released if the [AF Mode] in the[A Rec. Mode] is set to l (Single mode). (p.127)• Focusing is continuously active when the mode dial is set to e, b, c or aand [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to k (Continuous mode), when
Picture mode is set to \ (Moving Object) or H mode is set to C (Kids) or
E (Pet). Note that the shutter will release even if the focusing is not complete.
• The shutter cannot be released until charging is complete when using thebuilt-in flash. Use a custom function to enable shutter release before the builtin flash is ready. (p.155)

Self-Timer ShootingThis camera has two types of self-timers: g and Z.

1g

Shutter will be released after about 12 seconds. Use this mode toinclude the photographer in the picture.

Z

A mirror pops up immediately after shutter release button is pressed.
Shutter is released after about 2 seconds. Use this mode to avoid
camera shake when the shutter release button is pressed.

Mount the camera onto a
tripod.

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Press the { button.

3
Basic Operations

The Fn menu appears.

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn Exit3

Press the four-way controller(m).

The Drive Mode options screen
appears.
Drive Mode
Single frame shooting

OK OK

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4

Use the four-way controller(op) to select g or Z.
Drive Mode
Self-Timer (12 secs)

OK OK

3

5

Press the 4 button.

Basic Operations

The camera returns to the Fn menu
screen.

6

Press the { button.
The camera is ready to take pictures.

7

Confirm in the viewfinder thatthe subject you wish to shoot isin the display and press the
shutter release button halfway.
The focus indicator ] appears when
the subject is in focus.

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Press the shutter releasebutton fully.

• The beep can be turned off (p.170).
• Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder. Attach the provided
ME viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (p.148). (Ignore the lightentering the viewfinder when the exposure mode is set to a (Manual)(p.144).)• To attach accessories such as the ME Viewfinder Cap, first remove the FO
Eyecup by pressing in one side and then pulling it out toward you.

Removing the Eyecup FO

9

Attaching the ME Viewfinder cap

Turn the camera off after
shooting.
The next time the power is turned on,
self-timer shooting is canceled andreturns to single frame shooting.

3
Basic Operations

For g, the self-timer lamp starts
blinking slowly and blinks rapidly 2
seconds before the shutter is released.
The beep is heard and the rateincreases. The shutter will be released
about 12 seconds after the shutter
release button is pressed fully.
For Z, the shutter will be released about 2 seconds after the shutter
release button is pressed fully.

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Remote Control Shooting(Remote Control F: Sold Separately)
The shutter can be released with the optional remote control unit. You canselect from h (remote control) and i (3 sec. delayed release) for remotecontrol shooting.

3
Basic Operations

1

2

h

The shutter will be released immediately after the shutter release buttonon the remote control unit is pressed.

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

Mount the camera onto a
tripod.

Press the { button.

The Fn menu appears.

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn Exit3

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Press the four-way controller(m).
The Drive Mode options screen
appears.

4

Use the four-way controller(op) to select h or i.
Drive Mode
Remote Control Unit

OK OK

5

Press the 4 button.
The camera returns to the Fn menu screen.

6

Press the { button.
The camera is ready to take pictures.

7

Press the shutter release button halfway.
The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the
viewfinder when the subject is in focus.
• You cannot focus with the remote control unit in default settings. Focus on
the subject first before operating with the remote control. You can set [AF inremote control] to [On] in the custom function. (p.107)• When using the remote control unit, flash does not pop up automatically evenwhen set to g (Auto discharge). Pop up the flash manually beforehand.
(p.56)

Basic Operations

The self-timer lamp will blink to let you
know that the camera is in remotecontrol wait status.

3

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3

8

Point the remote control unit
towards the front of the cameraand press the shutter releasebutton on the remote control.

5m

Basic Operations

The operating distance of the remotecontrol unit is about 5 m from the frontof the camera. The shutter will be
released immediately or approximately
3 seconds after the shutter release button on the remote control unit ispressed depending on the drive mode selected.
When the picture is taken, the self-timer lamp lights for 2 seconds andwill then resume blinking.
• Exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder. Attach the provided
ME viewfinder cap or use the AE lock function (p.148) (ignore the lightentering the viewfinder when the exposure mode is set to a (manual)(p.144)).
• To attach accessories such as the ME Viewfinder Cap, first remove the FO
Eyecup by pressing in one side and then pulling it out toward you.

Removing the Eyecup FO

Attaching the ME Viewfinder cap• Turn the power off to stop the remote control operation after it has been
activated.
• The remote control may not operate in backlit conditions.
• The remote control does not work while the flash is being charged.
• When using the built-in flash, raise the flash into position first.
• The camera automatically returns to single frame shooting after the remotecontrol shooting mode is left unused for 5 minutes.
• The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about
30,000 times. Contact PENTAX service center to replace the battery (this will
involve a fee).

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Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera
Shake
Use the Mirror Up function if camera shake is evident even when cableswitch (optional) or remote control unit (optional) is used.
When shooting with the 2 sec. Self-Timer, the mirror pops up and the
shutter is released 2 seconds after you press it, thereby avoiding thevibration of the mirror.
Follow the procedure below to take a picture with the Mirror Up function.

2

Mount the camera onto a tripod.
Use the { button and the four-way controller (m) to
select Z (2 sec. Self-Timer).
1 Self-Timer Shooting (p.60)

3Focus on the subject.

4

Press the shutter release button fully.
The mirror pops up and the picture is taken 2 seconds later. AE lock is
enabled with the exposure value set immediately before the mirror goesup.

Basic Operations

1

3

Playing Back Still Pictures

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Playing Back Images
You can play back captured still pictures with the camera.
Use the included “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3” software to play back using aPC. Refer to the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3
Operating Manual” for details.

3
Basic Operations

1

Press the Q button after
taking a picture.
The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed on the LCD monitor.

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Press the four-way controller(op).
o : The previous image appears.
p : The next image appears.

Rotating Images

3100-0001

1

100-0001

100-0001

OK OK

OK OK

Press the Q button after
taking a picture.
The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed on the LCD monitor.

2

Press the four-way controller(n).
The image is rotated 90°
counterclockwise each time the button
is pressed.

Basic Operations

You can rotate images 90° counterclockwise at a time. Make images shot
vertically easier to view.

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3Press the 4 button.
Image rotation information is saved.

Enlarging Playback Images

3
Basic Operations

You can magnify images up to 12 times when displaying.

1

Press the Q button and use
the four-way controller (op) to
select an image.
The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed first on the LCD monitor.

100-0046

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71Turn the e-dial to the right(toward y).

×
×2
2.0

The default setting for the first click on the e-dial is 1.2 times. You can change
this in [Mag to Strt Zm Plybk] in [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.107)

Nine-Image Display
You can display nine images on the LCD monitor at the same time.

3
Basic Operations

Image enlarges at each click and canbe enlarged to 12 times the original.
Turn to the left (toward f) to return.
Press the 4 button to return to theoriginal size.
To return the magnified view of[Histogram] Display, [Detailed
Information] Display and [No info. Display] (image only) to its originalsize, press the 4 button.
To switch to [No info. Display] in magnified view, press the M button.
To change the display area, press the four-way controller (mnop) in
magnified view.

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1

Press the Q button.

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The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed on the LCD monitor.

3

2Turn the e-dial to the left
(toward f).

Basic Operations

Up to nine thumbnail images will be
displayed at once. Use the four-way
controller (mnop) to select animage. A scroll bar appears at the rightof the screen. With an image selectedin the bottom row, pressing the fourway controller (n) displays the nextnine images.
[?] appears for an image that cannot be
displayed.

3

Turn the e-dial to the right(towards y) or press the 4
button.
A full screen display of the selected
image appears.

Frame

Select&Delete

100-0046

Scroll bar

100-0046

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Slideshow
You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card
successively. To start continuous playback, use the menu screen
displayed on the LCD monitor.

3
Basic Operations

1

Press the Q button and use
the four-way controller (op) to
select an image to be displayed
first.

100-0046

The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed first on the LCD monitor.

2

Press the { button.

Fn

The Fn menu appears.
OK

Fn Exit74

3

Press the four-way controller(p).
Start screen is displayed andslideshow begins.

3

Start

Press any button to end slideshow.
Press the shutter release button or the
Q button, slide the main switch to thepreview position (|) or turn the mode
dial to change to Capture mode.

Basic Operations

Set the display time for slideshow in the [Q Playback] menu. Alternatively,
start the slideshow from the [Q Playback] menu. (p.168)

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Equipment75

By using the video cable, you can play back images using a TV or otherdevice with a video IN jack as your monitor. Make sure that both the TV
and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable.
1 Selecting the Video Output Format (p.175)

32
3Open the terminal cover and connect the video cable to
the USB/Video terminal.
Connect the other end of the video cable to the video IN
jack on the AV device.
Turn the AV device and camera on.
• If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC
adapter (optional) is recommended. (p.28)• For AV equipment with multiple video IN jacks (such as TVs), check theoperating manual of the AV device, and select the video IN jack to which thecamera is connected.
• Depending on the country or region, images may fail to be played back if thevideo output format is set different from the one in use there. If this happens,change the video output format setting. (p.175)• The camera LCD monitor turns off while the camera is connected to the AV
device.

Basic Operations1

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Processing Images with Filters
You can edit shot images using digital filters. Processed images are saved
under a different name.
• RAW images cannot be processed using the digital filter.
• Additionally, set digital filters from the [Q Playback] menu.

3
Basic Operations

Digital Filter
B&W

Converts to a black and white image.

Sepia

Adds a vintage touch to photos by converting them to sepia
color.

Color

Adds a color filter to the image. Selects from 18 filters (9 colors
× 2 tones).

Soft

Creates a soft image by lightly fading the entire image. Selectsfrom three levels.

Slim

Changes the horizontal and vertical ratio of images. Adjustsheight or width up to two times the original size.

Brightness

Changes the brightness of images. Adjusts in a range of ±8
levels.

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

FnOK

Fn Exit2

Press the four-way controller
(o).

B&W

3

OK OK

3

Use the four-way controller (op) to select an image.

4

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select a filter.
Select a filter and preview the effects on the image. Proceed to Step 5 if
[Color] is selected. Proceed to Step 7 if [B&W] or [Sepia] is selected.

5

If [Color] is selected, turn thee-dial to select the filter color.
Select from 18 color filters: 9 basic
colors (red, orange, yellow, yellowgreen, green, cyan, blue, indigo andpurple) and the same 9 colors with adarker hue.

Color

OK OK

Basic Operations

The screen for selecting the filter
appears.

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6

Adjust with e-dial if slim filter,
soft filter or brightness filter isselected.

Slim

Turn counterclockwise for wider andclockwise for slimmer if slim filter isselected. Turn counterclockwise todarken and clockwise to brighten if
OK OK
brightness filter is selected. Selectsoftness from three levels if soft filter isselected.
Use the four-way controller (op) to select an image. The image appears
in the set slimness or softness.

3
Basic Operations

7

Press the 4 button.
The save confirmation screen appears.

8

Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Save as].
Save image as a new file
Save asCancel
OK OK

9Press the 4 button.
The filtered image is saved under a different name.

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Deleting a Single Image
You can delete one image at a time.
• Deleted images cannot be restored.
• Protected images cannot be deleted.

2

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

100-0046

Press the i button.
The Delete screen appears.

3

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

100-0046

DeleteCancelAll images

4

Press the 4 button.
The image is deleted.

OK OK

Basic Operations

1

3

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Deleting All Images
You can delete all saved images at once.
• Deleted images cannot be restored.
• Protected images cannot be deleted.

3
Basic Operations

1

Press the Q button.

2

Press the i button twice.
The Delete All screen appears.

3

Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Delete All].
Delete all images
on memory card?
Delete All
Cancel
OK OK

4Press the 4 button.
All images are deleted.

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Deleting Selected Images(from Nine-Image Display)
You can delete multiple images from the nine-image display at once.
• Deleted images cannot be restored.
• Protected images cannot be deleted.
• Only files in the same folder can be selected at once.

3

Press the Q button.

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The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed first on the LCD monitor.

2

Turn the e-dial to the left
(toward f).

Nine thumbnail images appear.

Select&Delete

100-0046

Basic Operations

1

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3

Press the i button.
9 appears on the images.

3

4

Basic Operations

Use the four-way controller(mnop) to move to theimages to delete and press the
4 button.
Image is selected and O appears.
Press { button to select all images(the selection of images may take time
to complete depending on the numberof images).

5

DeleteOK

Press the i button.
The Delete confirmation screen appears.

6

Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Select&Delete].
All selected
images are deleted
Select&Delete
Cancel
OK OK

7Press the 4 button.
The selected images are deleted.

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Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)
You can protect images from being accidentally deleted.
Even protected images are deleted if the SD Memory Card is formatted.

1

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

100-00463
Basic Operations

The most recently captured image(image with the largest file number) is
displayed first on the LCD monitor.

2

Press the Z button.
The Protect screen appears.

3

Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Protect].

100-0046

Protect
Unprotect
All images

4

OK OK

Press the 4 button.
The selected image is protected.
• Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting.
• The Y symbol is displayed when playing back protected images. (p.19)

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Protecting All Images

1

Press the Q button.

2

Press the Z button twice.
The Protect all images screen
appears.

3
Basic Operations

3

Press the four-way controller(m) to select [Protect] andpress the 4 button.
All images saved in the SD Memory
Card are protected.

Protect all images

Protect
Unprotect
OK OK

Select [Unprotect] in Step 3 to cancel the Protect setting on all of the images.

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85

You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the SD Memory
Card with recorded images to a store for a printing service.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the
number of copies or to imprint the date.
DPOF settings cannot be applied to RAW images.

3
Basic Operations

Printing Single Images
Set the following items for each image.
Copies Selects the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies.
Date

1
2

Specifies whether you want the date inserted on the print or not.

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

Fn

The Fn menu appears.
OK

Fn Exit3

Press the four-way controller(m).
The DPOF screen appears.
If DPOF settings have already been
made for an image, the previous
number of prints and date setting(O (on) or P (off)) will be displayed.

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CopiesDate
Fn All images

00
OK OK

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4

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose the number ofcopies and press the four-way controller (n).
The frame moves to [Date].

5

Use the four-way controller(op) to choose whether toinsert the date (O) or not (P).

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O : The date will be imprinted.
P : The date will not be imprinted.

301

CopiesDate

Basic Operations

Fn All images

6

OK OK

Press the 4 button.
The DPOF settings are saved and the camera returns to playback status.
Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo processing lab, thedate may not be imprinted on the pictures even if the DPOF setting was made.
To cancel DPOF settings, set the number of copies to [00] in Step 4 and press
the 4 button.

Settings for All Images

1

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

FnOK

Fn Exit2

87
Press the four-way controller(m).

100-0046

The DPOF screen appears.
CopiesDate
Fn All images

3

00
OK OK

Press the { button.

3
DPOF setting for all
imagesCopies
Date

00
OK OK

4

Use the four-way controller (op) to choose the number ofcopies and whether to insert the date (O) or not (P).
Refer to Steps 4 and 5 of “Printing Single Images” (p.86) for details of
how to make the settings.

5

Press the 4 button.
The DPOF settings for all the images are saved and the camera returns
to playback status.
The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all theimages. Before printing, check that the number is correct.
Settings for single images are canceled when settings are made for all images.

Basic Operations

The screen for making DPOF settings
for all images appears.

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Printing Using PictBridge
This function lets you print images directly from the camera without usinga PC (direct printing).
Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer with the included
USB cable (I-USB17) to print directly.
Select the images you want to print, the number of copies and whether toinsert the date or not on the camera after connecting to the printer.
Direct printing is performed in the following steps.

3
Basic Operations

Set [Transfer Mode] on camera to [PictBridge] (p.89)¶
Connect the camera to the printer (p.90)¶
Set the printing options (p.85)
Print single images (p.91)
Print all images (p.93)
Print with DPOF settings (p.95)• Use of the AC adapter is recommended when connecting the camera to a
printer. The printer may not work properly or the image data may be lost if thebatteries run out of power while the camera is connected to the printer.
• Do not disconnect the USB cable during data transfer.
• Depending on the type of printer, not all the settings made on the camera(such as print settings and DPOF settings) may be valid.
• A printing error may occur if the selected number of copies exceeds 500.
• Printing an index of images, where multiple images appear on a single sheet,may not be possible unless the printer supports index printing. For index
prints, you may need to use a PC.
• RAW images cannot be printed directly. Use a PC to print RAW images.
• See the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3
Operating Manual” when connecting to a PC.

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Setting [Transfer Mode]

1

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

3
Basic Operations

2

Use the four-way controller(op) to select the [H Set-up]
menu.

Set-upFormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
EnglishGuide display
Exit

3
4

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [Transfer
Mode].
Press the four-way controller (p).
A pop-up menu appears.

90

5

Use the four-way controller(mn) to select [PictBridge].

Set-upBrightness Level
Video OutTransfer Mode
Auto Power Off
Folder Name
File #
Cancel

3

6

0
NTSC
PC
PictBridge
PC-F
OK OK

Press the 4 button.

Basic Operations

The setting is changed.

7

Press the 3 button.

Connecting the Camera to the Printer

1
2

Turn the camera off.
Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printerusing the USB cable supplied with the camera.
The PictBridge logo is displayed on PictBridge compatible printers.

3
4

91
Turn the printer on.
After printer start-up iscomplete, turn the camera on.
The PictBridge menu appears.

Select printing mode
Single ImageAll Images
DPOF AUTOPRINT
OK OK

3

Printing Single Images

1

Use the four-way controller(mn) to select [Single
Image] on the PictBridge
menu.

Select printing mode
Single ImageAll Images
DPOF AUTOPRINT
OK OK

2

Press the 4 button.
The Print Single Image screen appears.

3

Use the four-way controller(op) to choose an image toprint.

100-0046
Print this image

Copies 1

Date
Fn DateOK Print

Basic Operations

PictBridge menu is not displayed if [Transfer Mode] is set to [PC] or [PC-F].

92

4

Use the four-way controller (mn) to choose the numberof copies.
You can print up to 99 copies.

5

Use the { button to choose whether to insert the date (O)or not (P).
O : The date will be printed.
P : The date will not be printed.

3
Basic Operations

6

Press the 4 button.
The print settings confirmation screen
appears.
Proceed to Step 12 to print the images
by default.
To change the print settings, go to Step
7.

7

Press the { button.
The screen for changing print settings
appears.

Print according
to settings?
Paper Size
Standard
Std.
Paper TypeStd.
Quality
Std.
Border Status
OK Print

Fn Change Setting

PictBridge
Paper Size
Paper Type
QualityBorder Status

Cancel8Standard
Std.
Std.
Std.

OK OK

Select [Paper Size] and press the four-way controller (p).
The Paper Size screen appears.

9

Use the four-way controller(mnop) to choose thepaper size.
You can only choose a size that is
supported by your printer.
When the [Paper Size] is set to[Standard], images are printed
according to the printer settings.

Paper Size
Standard
Card
L
100×150
Postcard
4”×6”
Cancel2L8”×10”
A4
Letter
11 ” × 1 7 ”
A3
OK OK

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10 Press the 4 button.
11 Repeat Steps 8 to 10 to set [Paper Type], [Quality] and[Border Status].

The print settings change screen appears after each item has been set.
When [Std.] is selected for these print settings, images are printed
according to the printer settings.
[Paper Type] with more Es supports higher quality paper.
[Quality] with more Es indicates higher print quality.

Basic Operations

12 Press the 4 button twice.
The image is printed according to the settings.
Press the 3 button to cancel printing.

Printing All Images

1

Use the four-way controller(mn) to select [All Images]on the PictBridge menu.

Select printing mode
Single ImageAll Images
DPOF AUTOPRINT
OK OK

2

Press the 4 button.
The Print all images screen appears.

3

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3

Choose the number of copies
and whether to imprint the dateor not.
The number of copies and the datesetting that you choose apply to all of
the images.
Refer to Steps 4 and 5 of “Printing
Single Images” (p.92) for details on
how to make the settings.

3
Basic Operations

4

100-0046
Print all images

Copies
Total

1
28

Date
Fn DateOK Print

Press the 4 button.
The print settings confirmation screen appears.
Refer to Steps 7 and 11 of “Printing Single Images” (p.92 and 93) for
details on how to change the settings.

5

Press the 4 button on the print settings confirmation
screen.
All the images are printed according to the settings.
Press the 3 button to cancel printing.

95

Printing Images Using the DPOF Settings

1
2

Use the four-way controller (mn) to select [DPOF
AUTOPRINT] on the PictBridge menu.
Press the 4 button.

3

Print w/DPOF settings

3
Copies
Total

1
10

Date
OK Print

Press the 4 button.
The print settings confirmation screen appears.
Refer to Steps 7 and 11 of “Printing Single Images” (p.92 and 93) for
details on how to change the settings.

4

Press the 4 button on the print settings confirmation
screen.
The images are printed according to the settings.
Press the 3 button to cancel printing.

Disconnecting the USB Cable
Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer when you havefinished printing.

1

Turn off the camera.

2

Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer.

Basic Operations

The Print w/DPOF settings screen
appears. Use the four-way controller(op) to check the number of copies foreach image, whether the date isimprinted or not, and total number ofcopies. Print settings are set with thePrint Service. (p.85)

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Memo

4 Menu Reference
Explains the functions of s by buttons andmenus.

Using the Button Functions ................................98
Using the Menu ...................................................102
Using the Fn Menu .............................................108
Using the Mode Dial ...........................................110

When using menus and Fn menu, items which cannot be changed due
to camera settings appear gray and cannot be selected.

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Using the Button Functions

Capture Mode
Functions of buttons used during shooting are noted.

1

4

2

Menu Reference

3

4

0
5
6
7
8
9
1 Shutter release button
Press to capture images. (p.45)

2 Main switch
Move to turn the power on/off (p.32) or to preview (p.152).

3 Lens unlock button
Press to detach lens. (p.38)

a
b
c
d
e
f

4 Focus mode lever99

Switches between autofocus mode (p.124) and manual focus mode
(p.132).

5 Mode dial
Changes the Shooting mode. (p.110)

6 K button
Press to pop up the built-in flash. (p.54)

7 3 button
Displays the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.104). Next, press the four-way
controller (p) to display [Q Playback] menu (p.104), [H Set-up] menu
(p.105) and [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.106)

8 M button
9 Q button
Switches to the Playback mode. (p.68)

0 mc button
Press to set aperture and EV compensation values. (p.142, p.147)

a L button
Locks the exposure before shooting. (p.148)
Automatically adjusts the appropriate exposure in a (Manual) mode.
(p.146)b e-dial
Sets shutter speed, aperture, and EV compensation values.
(p.140, p.142, p.147)

c 4 button
Saves the setting you selected in the menu.

d Four-way controller (mnop)
Use this to move cursor or change items in menus and Fn menu.

e Shake Reduction switch
Turns the Shake Reduction function on or off. (p.47)

f { button
Press to display the Fn menu. Press the four-way controller (mnop)
to determine the following operation. (p.108)

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Menu Reference

Press to show shooting information on the LCD monitor. (p.17)

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Playback Mode
Functions of buttons used during playback are noted.

1

2

4
Menu Reference

3

7
8
9

4

0

5

a

6
1 Shutter release button
Press to switch to Capture mode.

2 Main switch
Move to turn the camera on and off. (p.32)

3 3 button
Press to display the [Q Playback] menu (p.104). Next, press the fourway controller (op) to display [H Set-up] menu (p.105), [A Custom
Setting] menu (p.106) and [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.104).

4 i button
Press to delete images. (p.79)

5 M button

101

Press to show shooting information on the LCD monitor. (p.18)

6 Q button
Press to switch to Capture mode.

7 Z button
Press to protect images from being accidentally erased. (p.83)

8 e-dial
Use this to enlarge an image (p.70) or display nine images at the sametime (p.71).

9 4 button
Saves the setting you selected in the menu or playback screen.
Use this to move cursor or change items in menus, Fn menu andplayback screen.

a { button
Press to display the Fn menu. Press the four-way controller (mop) to
determine the following operation. (p.108)

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Menu Reference

0 Four-way controller (mnop)

Using the Menu

102

How to Operate the Menu
This section explains operation methods for [A Rec. Mode] menu,[Q Playback] menu, [H Set-up] menu and [A Custom Setting] menu.
Displaying the Menu screen

1
4

Press the 3 button in
Capture mode.

Menu Reference

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

Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Exit

2

Press the four-way controller(p).
[Q Playback] menu, [H Set-up]
menu and [A Custom Setting] menu
appear in order each time the four-way
controller is pressed.

Set-upFormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
EnglishGuide display
Exit

103

Select a menu item and set
Procedure to set the [Quality Level] on the [A Rec. Mode] menu is
explained as an example.

3

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

Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Exit

4

Available [Quality Level] options
appear.
Press the four-way controller (p) tomove to the pop-up menu if there is one.
When the quality level is changed, thenumber of recordable images at that
quality level appears on the screen.

Recordable image no. 128
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
CancelOK OK

5

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

6

Press the 4 button.
The camera returns to the menu screen. Next, set other items.
Press the 3 button to return to Capture or Playback mode.
Even after you press the 3 button and close the menu screen, yoursettings will not be saved if the camera is turned off improperly (such as byremoving the batteries while the camera is on).
• You can use the e-dial to switch among the [A Rec. Mode] menu, the [QPlayback] menu, [H Set-up] menu, and [A Custom Setting] menu when no
pop-up menu is displayed.
• If the 3 button is pressed in Capture mode, the [A Rec. Mode] menu
appears. If the 3 button is pressed in Playback mode, the [QPlayback] menu appears.

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Menu Reference

Press the four-way controller
(p).

104

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

4

Item

Function

Page

Image Tone

Sets the color tone of pictures.

p.114

Recorded Pixels

Sets the recording size of images.

p.115

Quality Level

Sets the image quality.

p.116

Menu Reference

Saturation

Sets the color saturation.

p.117

Sharpness

Makes the image outlines sharp or soft.

p.117

Contrast

Sets the image contrast.

p.117

Auto Bracket

Sets Auto Bracket shooting.

p.151

AE Metering

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

p.136

Swtch dst msr pt

Selects the part of the screen to set focus to.

p.128

AF ModeSelects the autofocus mode.

p.127

Flash Exp. Comp.

Adjusts the flash exposure to brighten or darken
the image.

p.154

Shake Reduction

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

p.49[Q Playback] Menu Setting Items
Perform settings related to playback and editing images in the[Q Playback] menu.
Item

Function

Page

Plybk dsply mthd

Sets shooting information to show during playback
p.167
and whether to display overexposed area warning.

Instant Review

Sets the Instant Review time.

p.177

Preview Display

Sets to display overexposed area warning or
histogram during Instant Review or Digital
Preview.

p.178

Digital Filter

Changes the color tone of captured images, adds
softening and slimming effects, or adjusts thebrightness.

p.76

Slideshow

Plays back recorded images one after another.

p.73

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[H Set-up] Menu Setting Items
Perform various settings related to the camera in the [H Set-up] menu.
Item

Function

Page

Formats the SD Memory Card.

p.169

Beep

Switches the beep tone on/off.

p.170

Date Adjust

Sets the date format and time.

p.170

World Time

Sets display of local time when traveling abroad.

p.171

Language/

Changes the language in which menus andmessages appear.

p.174

Guide display

Sets to display indicators in LCD monitor.

p.174

Brightness Level

Changes the brightness of the LCD monitor.

p.175

Video Out

Sets the output format to the TV monitor.

p.175

Transfer Mode*

Sets the USB cable connection (PC or printer).

p.89

Auto Power Off

Sets the time to turn off automatically.

p.176

Folder Name

Sets the method used to assign folder names forstoring images.

p.176

File #

Sets the method used to add file numbers.

p.177

Sensor Cleaning

Locks the mirror in the up position for cleaning the
CCD.

p.189

Reset

Resets all settings other than Date Adjust,
Language, Video Out and World Time.

p.179* Refer to p.11 of the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO
Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” for details on connecting the camera to a PC.

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Menu Reference

Format106[A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items
Set custom functions to fully use the functions of a SLR camera with theCustom Function Menu. The default setting does not use Custom
Function.
[A Custom Setting] menu settings are activated when [Setting], the first
item, is O (on).
Item4Function

Page

Menu Reference

Setting

Sets to use the Custom Function Menu.

—

Noise Reduction

Sets to use Noise Reduction in slow speed
shooting.

—

Expsr Setting Steps

Sets the adjustment steps for exposure.

p.148

ISO Corction in
AUTO

Sets the automatic ISO correction range for[AUTO] setting in [Sensitivity].

p.121

ISO Snstvty Wrn
Dspl

Sets the maximum sensitivity level. ISO
Sensitivity Warning Display appears when
exceeded.

p.122

Sets whether to link the exposure value and the
Link AF Point and AE AF point in the focusing area (focus position)
during multi-segment metering.

p.137

Meter Operating
Time

Sets the exposure metering time.

p.137

AE-L with AF locked

Sets to fix exposure value when focus is locked.

p.131

Recordable Image
No.

Sets to switch number of recordable images inthe LCD panel and viewfinder to number ofcontinuous shooting recordable images when
shutter release button is pressed halfway.

—

OK btn whenshooting

Sets the action for the 4 button when pressed
during shooting.

p.126,
p.129

AE-L bttn on M expsr

Selects the exposure adjustment method whenp.146
the L button is pressed in a (Manual) mode.

Superimpose AF
Area

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

p.128

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FunctionPage

AF in remote control

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

—FI with S lens used

Sets to enable focus indicator when screw mountlens is in use.
Lens is recognized even when lens is not
attached to the camera when enabled.

—

Using aperture ring

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

p.188

Release when
Chrging

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

p.155

Preview Method

Selects Digital Preview or Optical Preview whenthe main switch is in the preview position (|).
Digital Preview lets you check the composition,
exposure and focus on the LCD monitor before
taking the picture. Optical Preview lets you checkthe depth of field with the viewfinder.

p.153

Sets the initial magnification of the zoom
playback.
Mag to Strt Zm Plybk Choose from [1.2 times], [2 times], [4 times],[8 times] and [12 times]. The default setting is[1.2 times].

—

Man. WB
Measurement

Sets to meter entire screen or Spot area whensetting white balance to manual.

p.119

Color Space

Sets the color space to use.

p.123

Reset Custom
FnctionResets all the settings in the Custom Function
menu to the defaults.

p.180

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Menu Reference

Item

108

Using the Fn Menu

4
Menu Reference

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

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn ExitPress the four-way controller (mnop) to set the operation.
Four-waycontroller

Item

Function

Page
p.58,
p.60,
p.64,
p.149

m

Drive Mode

Selects Continuous shooting, SelfTimer, Remote control or Auto bracket.

nFlash Mode

Adjusts the method of flash discharge.

p.54

o

White Balance

Adjusts the color to the color of the lightsource illuminating the subject.

p.118

p

Sensitivity

Sets the sensitivity.

p.121

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Playback Mode
Press the { button in Playback mode. The
Fn menu appears.

FnOK

Fn ExitPress the four-way controller (mop) to set the operation.
Itemm

FunctionPage

4

DPOF Settings

Sets the DPOF settings.

p.85

o

Digital Filter

Changes the color tone of captured
images, adds softening and slimming
effects, or adjusts the brightness.

p.76

p

Slideshow

Plays back recorded images one after
another.

p.73

Menu Reference

Four-waycontroller

110

Using the Mode Dial

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Menu Reference

Dial indicator

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

Function
Selects automatically from Portrait,
Landscape, Macro, and Moving Object
I (Auto Picture)
Modes. Lets you take pictures with standard
settings (Normal mode) when there is no
optimal shooting mode.
Optimal for capturing portraits.
= (Portrait)
Deepens the focus range, emphasizess (Landscape)contour and saturation of trees and the sky,and produces a bright image.
Lets you take vibrant pictures of flowers orq (Macro)other small subjects at short distances.
Lets you take sharp pictures of a quickly\ (Moving Object)moving subject, such as a sporting event.
Lets you capture people against a night view
. (Night Scene Portrait) or dusk.
The built-in flash is deactivated. Other settingsa (Flash OFF)are the same as the Normal mode in I.
Selects from 8 situations depending on the
H (Scene)shooting conditions.

Page

p.50

For . (Night Scene Portrait), the shutter speed becomes slower in darkplaces, even if the built-in flash is used. To prevent camera shake, either use
the Shake Reduction function or mount the camera on a tripod.

111
Item
e (Program)b (Shutter Priority)c (Aperture Priority)a (Manual)p (Bulb)

Function
Automatically sets shutter speed and apertureto the proper exposure when taking pictures.

Page
p.139

Lets you set the desired shutter speed forexpressing the motion of moving subjects.
p.140
Take pictures of fast moving subjects that lookstill or subjects that give a sense of movement.
Lets you set the desired aperture for controllingthe depth of field. Use it to obtain a blurred or
sharp background.
Lets you set shutter speed and aperture tocapture the picture with creative intent.
Lets you capture images that require slow
shutter speeds such as fireworks and night
scenes.

p.142
p.144
p.146

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Menu Reference

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Memo

5 Function Reference
Introduces functions to further enhance yours experience.

Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level..............................................................................114
Focusing .............................................................124
Setting the Exposure .........................................134
Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus
Before Shooting .................................................152
Using the Built-in Flash .....................................154
Settings During Playback ..................................167
Camera Settings .................................................169
Resetting to Default Settings ............................179

114

Setting the Recorded Pixels andQuality Level
Setting the Image Tone
Set the basic color tone of pictures. The default setting is F (Bright).

F

BrightImages are finished brightly, with high contrast andsharpness.

G

NaturalImages are finished naturally and suitable for
retouching.

Set in [Image Tone] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)
Rec. Mode

5Function Reference

Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
CancelOK OK

Setting cannot be changed in Picture mode and H mode (p.50). Setting isfixed to F (bright).

115

Setting the Recorded Pixels
You can select the number of recorded pixels from P, Q and R. The
more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size.
The file size will also differ according to quality level settings. The default
setting is P 3008×2000 (JPEG).
P

3008×2008 (RAW)
3008×2000 (JPEG)

Suited for printing on A3 paper (297×420 mm).

Q

2400×1600

Suited for printing on A4 paper (210×297 mm).

R

1536×1024

Suited for printing on A5 paper (148×210 mm).

Set in [Recorded Pixels] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)
When the number of recorded pixels is changed, the number of recordable
images appears on the screen.
5

CancelOK OK[Recorded Pixels] cannot be selected if the [Quality Level] is set to |. (Fixed
at 3008×2008)

Function Reference

Recordable image no. 128
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast

116

Setting the Quality Level
You can set the image quality level. The file size will also differ according
to the Recorded Pixels settings. The default setting is C (Best).

5
Function Reference|RAW

RAW data is CCD output data saved without processing.
Effects such as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation andSharpness are not applied to the image but suchinformation is saved. Transfer to a PC, apply effects withthe enclosed PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 and create
JPEG and TIFF images.

C

Best

Lowest compression rate, suited for printing large pictures
such as A4 size. Image is saved in JPEG format.

D

BetterStandard compression rate, suited for viewing as
photographs or on your computer screen. Image is savedin JPEG format.

E

Good

Highest compression rate, suitable for attaching to e-mailor posting on websites. Image is saved in JPEG format.

Set in [Quality Level] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)
When the quality level is changed, the number of recordable images atthat quality level appears on the screen.
Recordable image no. 128
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Cancel

OK OK

117

Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast
Select from five levels of Saturation, Sharpness and Contrast. The default
setting is [0 (Standard)] for all.
Saturation

Sets the color saturation.

Sharpness

Makes the image outlines sharp or soft.

Contrast

Sets the image contrast.

Set [Saturation], [Sharpness] and [Contrast] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
(p.104)
Settings cannot be changed in Picture mode and H mode (p.50).

Rec. Mode

Exit

Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast

Towards + : Higher sharpness
Towards – : Lower sharpness

Exit

Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Exit

Towards + : Higher contrast
Towards – : Lower contrast

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Function Reference

Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast

Towards + : Higher saturation
Towards – : Lower saturation

118

Setting the White BalanceWhite balance is a function for adjusting the color of an image so that white
objects appear white. Set the white balance if you are not satisfied with thecolor balance of pictures taken with white balance set to F (Auto), or
to intentionally apply a creative effect to your images. The default setting
is F (Auto).

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Function Reference

F

Auto

Automatically adjusts the white balance. (About 4000 to
8000K)G

Daylight

For use when taking pictures in sunlight. (About 5200K)

H

Shade

For use when taking pictures in the shade. It reduces thebluish color tones in a picture. (About 8000K)^

CloudyFor use when taking pictures on cloudy days. (About 6000K)

J

FluorescentLight

For use when taking pictures under fluorescent lighting. Selectthe type of fluorescent light, from W (white) (About 4200K), N(neutral white) (About 5000K), and D (daylight) (About 6500K).

I

TungstenLight

For use when taking pictures under light bulb or othertungsten light. It reduces the reddish color tones in a
picture. (About 2850K)

b

Flash

For use when taking pictures using the built-in flash.
(About 5400K)

KManualUse this to manually adjust the white balance according to
the lighting so that white objects appear as a natural white.

* The color temperature (K) is an estimate. This does not indicate precise colors.
* The white balance is adjusted based on preset values provided in the camera when
set to G (Daylight), H (Shade), ^ (Cloudy), J (Fluorescent Light), I (Tungsten
Light), or b (Flash).

Set [White Balance] in the Fn menu. (p.108)

White Balance
Auto

OK OK

• Refer to p.119 for manual adjustment method.
• White balance cannot be adjusted in Picture mode and H mode (p.50).

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Color Temperature
The color of light shifts towards blue as the color temperature rises, andtowards red as the color temperature falls. Color temperature describes
this change in light color in terms of absolute temperature (K: Kelvin).
This camera is capable of setting the white balance to enable taking
pictures with natural coloring under a variety of lighting conditions.
Red tint
2000

3000

Blue tint
4000

5000 6000

8000

10000 12000 [ K ]Clear sky

Shade

You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when
taking pictures. With Manual White Balance, the camera can store delicate
shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance preset
values provided in the camera (p.118). This provides the optimum whitebalance for your surroundings.

1

Set the mode dial to e, b, c, or a.

2

Press the { button.
The Fn menu appears.

3

Press the four-way controller (o).
The White Balance screen appears.

Function Reference

Daylight (Fluorescent light)

CloudyDaylight Flash
Neutral white (Fluorescent light)

White (Fluorescent light)

Halogen light bulb

Tungsten light

Oil lamp

Candle flame

Adjusting the White Balance Manually

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4

Use the four-way controller(n) to select K (Manual).

White Balance
ManualOK

AdjustOK OK

5Press the four-way controller(p).

ManualWhite Balance

The message screen appears.
Point camera at subject
Press the shutter
release button

5
Function Reference

6
7

Fully display a white or gray sheet of paper in the
viewfinder under the light to adjust white balance.
Press the shutter release button fully.
Slide the focus mode lever to \ when the shutter cannot be released.
[OK] appears on the LCD monitor when setting is completed.
[NG] appears when setting is not completed successfully.

8

Press the 4 button.
• No image is recorded when the shutter release button is pressed to adjust
the white balance.
• Press the { button when adjustment is unsuccessful to set again.
• You can use [Man. WB Measurement] in the [A Custom Setting] menu (p.107)
to set the area to measure for white balance when setting manually. Even if[Entire screen] is selected, white balance of the entire screen is measured
normally but the exposure metering is measured according to the [AEMetering] setting in the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.136). White Balance is only
adjusted in the spot metering area (p.137) if [Spot metering area] is selected.
• If picture is extremely overexposed or underexposed, white balance may not be
adjusted. In this case, adjust appropriate exposure and adjust the white balance.

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Setting the Sensitivity
You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.
The sensitivity can be set to [AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent
to ISO 200 to 3200. The default setting is [AUTO].
Set [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. (p.108)
When set to [AUTO], the range set with [ISO Corction in AUTO] in the [ACustom Setting] menu is displayed enclosed in brackets.
AUTO
200
400
800
1600
3200

Sensitivity

OK OK

Captured images can show more noise if higher Sensitivity is set.

Set range to automatically correct sensitivity when Sensitivity is set to [AUTO].
The sensitivity is automatically corrected in the range of [ISO 200-800] by default.
1

ISO 200-800

Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 800.

2

ISO 200-400

Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 400.

3

ISO 200-1600

Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 1600.

4

ISO 200-3200

Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 3200.

Set in [ISO Corction in AUTO] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.106)
ISO Corction in AUTO
ISO 200-800
ISO 200-400
ISO 200-1600
ISO 200-3200
Corrects sensitivity
automatically in therange of ISO 200 to 800

Function Reference

Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO

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Sensitivity is not corrected in the following cases.
• Exposure mode is a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode
• Flash is discharged• Auto bracketing is set• EV Compensation is adjusted

ISO Sensitivity Warning Display
ISO Sensitivity Warning appears in the viewfinder when a sensitivity valueof your choice is reached or exceeded. Set a sensitivity that is not regularly
used to avoid forgetting to reset when sensitivity is raised. ISO Sensitivity
Warning is not displayed by default.
1

Off

2

ISO 400

ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 400 is
set or exceeded.

3

ISO 800

ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 800 is
set or exceeded.

4

ISO 1600

ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 1600 is
set or exceeded.

5

ISO 3200

ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 3200 is
set.

5

ISO Sensitivity Warning is not displayed.

Function Reference

Set in [ISO Snstvty Wrn Dspl] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.106)
ISO Snstvty Wrn Dspl
Off
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600
ISO 3200
ISO sensitvty wrning notdisplayed in vewfndero (ISO Sensitivity Warning) appears in the viewfinder when the set
sensitivity is set or exceeded.

ISO Sensitivity Warning is not displayed even if the automatically corrected
sensitivity exceeds the set sensitivity setting. (p.121)

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Setting the Color SpaceYou can set the color space to use. The default setting is [sRGB].
1

sRGB

2

AdobeRGB

Sets to sRGB color space.
Sets to AdobeRGB color space.

Set in [Color Space] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.107)
Color SpacesRGB
AdobeRGB

Sets to sRGB color space

5

Color Space
Color ranges for various input/output devices, such as digital
cameras, monitors, and printers, differ.
This color range is called the Color Space.
To recreate different color spaces in different devices, standard color
spaces have been proposed. This camera supports sRGB and
AdobeRGB.
sRGB is mainly used for devices such as a PC.
AdobeRGB covers a wider area than sRGB and is used for
occupational uses such as industrial printing.
An image created in AdobeRGB may appear lighter than an image
created in sRGB when output from a sRGB compatible device.

Function ReferenceFile names differ depending on the color space setting as shown below.
For sRGB: IMGPxxxx.JPG
For AdobeRGB : _IGPxxxx.JPG[xxxx] is the file number and numbering continues from the last stored filenumber.

Focusing124

You can focus with the following methods.
= Autofocus

The camera is focused when the shutter releasebutton is pressed halfway.

\ Manual focus

Manually adjust the focus.

Using the Autofocus

5

You can also choose the autofocus mode from l (Single mode) where
the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject andthe focus is locked at that position, and k (Continuous mode) where
the subject is kept in focus by continuous adjustment while the shutter
release button is pressed halfway. (p.127)

Function Reference1

Set the focus mode lever to
=.

2

125
Look through the viewfinderand press the shutter releasebutton halfway.

The focus indicator ] appears in the
viewfinder when focused (if it isblinking, the subject is not in focus).
1 Subjects that are Difficult to Focus
on (p.46)

5• In l (Single mode), the focus is locked (focus lock) while ] is lit. To focus
on another subject, take your finger off the shutter release button first.
• During \ (Moving Object) mode, when the H mode is set to C (Kids) or
E (Pet) or when the [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to k(Continuous mode) (p.127), focus is adjusted continuously, tracking themoving object as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway.
• The shutter cannot be released until the subject is in focus in l (Singlemode) (p.127). If the subject is too close to the camera, move back and takethe picture. Adjust the focus manually if the subject is difficult to focus (p.46).
(p.132)• In l (Single mode), press the shutter release button halfway. The built-in
flash will discharge automatically several times, enabling the autofocus tofocus on the subject easier if the subject is in a dark area and the built-in flash
is available.
• Regardless if the camera is set to l (Single mode) or k (Continuousmode), the camera automatically tracks the subject if it is determined to be amoving object.

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Using the 4 Button to Focus on the Subject
You can set the camera so that the focusing is not performed when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway and is performed when the 4
button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use
autofocus while using manual focus.
Set [Enable AF] in [OK btn when shooting] in the [A Custom Setting]menu. (p.106)
OK btn when shooting
Confirm Sensitivity
Center of AF Point
Enable AF
Cancel AF
AF with shutter releasebutton disabled so AF
performed with OK button

5
Function Reference

Only use this function with lenses that are compatible with Quick Shift Focus(lenses with “DA” or “D FA”).
• When [Confirm Sensitivity] is selected, press the 4 button to display thecurrently selected sensitivity in the viewfinder. When [Sensitivity] is set to[AUTO] in the Fn menu, the automatically selected value is displayed.
• When [Center of AF Point] is selected, the AF point can be set to the center bypressing the 4 button (Only when [Swtch dst msr pt] is set to S (Select)).
• Select [Cancel AF]. \ appears in the viewfinder while the 4 button ispressed. Autofocus does not activate when the shutter release button ispressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use manual focus while
using autofocus.
You can focus using the focus ring and release the shutter while the 4
button is pressed when using a lens compatible with Quick Shift Focus (takeyour finger off the 4 button to immediately return to AF mode).

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Setting the AF Mode
You can choose from the following two autofocus modes. The default
setting is l (Single mode).
When the shutter release button is pressed halfway tol Single mode focus on the subject, the focus is locked at that position.

k

Continuous The subject is kept in focus by continuous adjustment
mode
while the shutter release button is pressed halfway.

Set [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.104).
Rec. Mode

Cancel

AF.S
AF.C
OK OK

• Setting cannot be changed in Picture mode and H mode (p.50).
• k (Continuous mode) can be set when the mode dial is set to e, b, c,
a or p. The autofocus mode is set to k in \ (Moving Object) of Picturemode or C (Kids) or E (Pet) of H mode.

5
Function Reference

Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Swtch dst msr pt
AF ModeFlash Exp. Comp.
Shake Reduction

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Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)
Choose the part of the viewfinder to set focus to. The default setting is
N (Auto).
The selected AF point lights red in the viewfinder. (Superimpose AF Area)

N

Auto

The camera selects the optimum AF point even if thesubject is not centered.

S

Select

Sets the focusing area to one of the eleven points in the AF
area.

O

CenterSets the focusing area to the center of the viewfinder.

Set in [Swtch dst msr pt] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.104).
5

Rec. Mode

Function Reference

Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Swtch dst msr pt
AF ModeFlash Exp. Comp.
Shake Reduction
Cancel0.0
OK OK

AF point is not displayed in the viewfinder when [Off] is selected for[Superimpose AF Area] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.106)

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Setting the Focus Position in the Viewfinder

1
2

3

Select S (Select) in [Swtch dst msr pt] in the [A Rec.
Mode] menu.
Look through the viewfinder andcheck the position of the subject.

The AF point lights red in the viewfinder (Superimpose AF Area) and you
can check where you set the AF point.
• When [OK btn when shooting] in the [A Custom Setting] menu is set to[Center of AF Point], press the 4 button to set the AF point to the center if
the AF point other than the center is selected for S (Select).
• When [OK btn when shooting] is set to [Confirm Sensitivity] in the [A Custom
Setting] menu, press the 4 button to display the currently selected
sensitivity in the viewfinder. When [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] in the Fnmenu, the automatically selected value is displayed.
• The AF point is fixed to the center position regardless of this setting withlenses other than DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses.

5
Function Reference

Use the four-way controller (mnop) to select thedesired AF point.

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Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)If the subject is outside the range of the focusing area, the camera cannot
automatically focus on the subject. In this situation, you can aim thefocusing area toward the subject, use focus lock and recompose thepicture.

1

Frame the desired composition
for your picture in the
viewfinder.
Use focus lock function when thesubject you wish to focus on is notinside the focusing area.

5
Function Reference(Example)
The person is out of focus
and the background is
focused instead.

2

Center the subject to focus in
the viewfinder and press the
shutter release button halfway.
The focus indicator ] appears andyou will hear a beep when the subject
comes into focus (if it is blinking, thesubject is not in focus).

3

Lock the focus.
Keep the shutter release button pressed halfway. The focus will remain
locked.

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4Re-compose the picture while
keeping the shutter releasebutton pressed halfway.

Fixing Exposure when Focus is Locked
Set [AE-L with AF locked] in the [A Custom Setting] menu (p.106) to fix
the exposure value while focus is locked. Exposure is not fixed by default
during focus lock.
1

Off

Exposure is not fixed when focus is locked.

2

On

Exposure is fixed when focus is locked.

AE-L with AF lockedOffOn

AE is not locked
when the focus
is locked

5Function Reference• The focus is locked while the focus indicator ] is lit.
• Turning the zooming ring in focus lock mode may cause the subject to be outof focus.
• The beep can be turned off. (p.170)• You cannot set focus lock when the [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set
to k (Continuous mode), the Capture mode is set to \ (Moving Object)or H mode is set to C (Kids) or E (Pet). In k (Continuous mode), \(Moving Object) mode or C (Kids) or E (Pet) of H mode, the autofocus
continues to focus on the subject until the shutter is released. (Continuous
Autofocus)

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Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)
When you adjust the focus manually, you can either check with the focus
indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus.

Using the Focus Indicator
You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ].

1

Set the focus mode lever to\.

5Function Reference2

Look through the viewfinder,press the shutter releasebutton halfway and turn thefocusing ring.

The focus indicator ] appears andyou will hear a beep when the subject
comes into focus.

Focus indicator

133• Use the matte field in the viewfinder when the subject is difficult to focus(p.46) and the focus indicator will not stay lit.
• The beep can be turned off. (p.170)

Using the Viewfinder Matte Field
You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field.

1

Set the focus mode lever to\.

5

Look through the viewfinder
and turn the focusing ring until
the subject looks sharp on thescreen.

Function Reference

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Setting the Exposure

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

Effect of Shutter Speed
The shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to
strike the CCD. Adjust the amount of light striking the CCD.
5Function Reference

Using slower shutter speed
If the subject is moving, the image will be
blurred because the shutter is open
longer.
It is possible to enhance the effect of
motion (rivers, waterfalls, waves, etc.) byintentionally using a slower shutter speed.
Using faster shutter speed
Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow
freezing the action of a moving subject.
A faster shutter speed also helps
preventing camera shake.

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Effect of Aperture
Adjust the amount of light hitting the CCD by changing the aperture.
Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value)
Objects closer and farther than the focused
subject will be more out of focus. For
instance, if you take a picture of a flower
against a landscape with the aperture open,
the landscape in front and behind the flower
will be blurred, emphasizing only the flower.
Closing the aperture (increase the aperture value)
The range in focus expands forward andbackward. For instance, if you take a pictureof a flower against a landscape with theaperture narrowed, the landscape in front
and behind the flower will be in focus.

5

When you focus on a portion of the subject, there is a range in which
object closer and farther will also be in focus. This focused range iscalled the depth of field.
• The depth of field for the s differs depending on
the lens but compared to a 35 mm camera, the value is roughly one
aperture setting lower (the focused range becomes narrower).
• The wider the wide-angle lens, and the farther away the subject, thedeeper the depth of field is (some zoom lenses do not have a scalefor depth of field because of their structure).
Depth of field
Area of focus

Shallow
Narrow

Deep
Wide

ApertureOpen(Smaller value)

Close(Larger value)Lens focal length

Longer(Telephoto)

Shorter(Wide-angle)

Near

Far

Distance to the subject

Function Reference

Depth of Field

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

L

5

Multi-segment Segments the screen in 16 parts, meters each portion
meteringand determines the appropriate exposure.

M

Centerweighted
metering

Measures the entire screen with an emphasis on thecenter and determines the exposure.

N

Spot metering

Measures only the center of the screen and determines
exposure.

Set in [AE Metering] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)

Function Reference

Rec. Mode
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Swtch dst msr pt
AF ModeFlash Exp. Comp.
Shake Reduction
Cancel0.0
OK OK

Using the Multi-Segment Metering
The scene in the viewfinder is metered in
16 different zones as shown in theillustration when using the multi-segment
metering. This mode automaticallydetermines what level of brightness is inwhich portion.

The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select themulti-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J,
FA, F or A lens (can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture ring] inthe [A Custom Setting] menu (p.107)).

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Linking AF Point and AE During Multi-Segmented
Metering
In [Link AF Point and AE] (p.106) of the [A Custom Setting] menu,
you can link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area duringmulti-segment metering. The default setting is [Off].
1

Off

Exposure is set separately from AF point.

2

On

Exposure is set in accordance with AF point.

Using the Center-Weighted Metering

Using the Spot MeteringWith spot metering, brightness ismeasured only within a limited area at thecenter of the screen as shown in theillustration. You can use this incombination with the AE lock (p.148)
when the subject is extremely small andproper exposure is difficult to obtain.

Setting the Meter Operating Time
Sets the exposure metering time in [Meter Operating Time] in the[A Custom Setting] menu (p.106). The default setting is [10 sec].
1

10 secSets exposure metering timer to 10 seconds.

2

3 sec

Sets exposure metering timer to 3 seconds.

3

30 secSets exposure metering timer to 30 seconds.

5
Function Reference

Metering is weighted at the center of thescreen. Use this metering when you wantto compensate the exposure byexperience, instead of leaving it to thecamera. The illustration shows thatsensitivity increases as the pattern heightincreases (center). This mode does not
automatically compensate for backlit scenes.

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Changing the Exposure Mode
Apart from the Picture and H modes, this camera features the following
five exposure modes.
Use the mode dial (p.110) to change the exposure mode.
Exposure
Mode

Description

Exposure
Compensation

ChangeShutter
Speed

ChangeAperturee(Program)

Automatically sets shutter speed
and aperture for taking pictures atthe proper exposure.

Yes

No

No

b
(ShutterPriority)

Lets you set the desired shutter
speed for expressing moving
subjects. Take pictures of fast
moving subjects that look still or
subjects that show movement.

Yes

Yes

No

c
(Aperture
Priority)

Lets you set the desired aperturefor controlling the depth of field.
Use to blur or sharpen the
background.

Yes

No

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

No

No

Yes

5
Function ReferenceLets you set shutter speed anda (Manual) aperture to capture the picturewith creative intent.
p (Bulb)

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

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Using the e (Program) Mode
Shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set for taking picturesat the proper exposure.
Perform the following to adjust the exposure.

1

2

Set the mode dial to e.

Turn the e-dial while pressing
the mc button and adjust the
exposure.

5
Function Reference

The EV Compensation is displayed in
the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
The shutter speed and aperture value
are also displayed while adjusting theexposure.

EV Compensation• Set EV Compensation in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set exposure setting
steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148)• You can automatically correct thesensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity]
to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.121)• Set the aperture to the s position while
holding down the auto-lock button whenusing a lens with an aperture ring.

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Using the b (Shutter Priority) Mode
Set the shutter speed faster and capture fast moving subjects as if they arestill or slow down the shutter speed and capture images emphasizing
subject movement.
Aperture value is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on
the shutter speed.
1 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.134)

1

Set the mode dial to b.

5
Function Reference2

Turn the e-dial and adjust the
shutter speed.

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

141• Turn the e-dial while pressing the mc button and change the EV
Compensation value. (p.147)• Set the shutter speed in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting
Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148)• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.121)• Set the aperture to the s position while
holding down the auto-lock button whenusing a lens with an aperture ring.

Exposure Warning

5

If the subject is too bright or too dark,
the aperture value will blink in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If thesubject is too bright, choose a fastershutter speed. If it is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. Whenthe aperture value indication stops blinking, you can take the picturewith proper exposure.
If both the shutter speed and aperture value are blinking, thisindicates being out of metering range and the proper exposure
cannot be obtaind even if the shutter speed is adjusted.
Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright.
Use a flash if it is too dark.

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Using the c (Aperture Priority) ModeSet aperture for controlling the depth of field. The depth of field is deeper
and the front and back of the focused object is clear when aperture is set
to a large value. The depth of field is shallower and the front and back of
the focused object is blurred when aperture is set to a small value.
Shutter speed is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on
the aperture value.
1 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.134)

1

Set the mode dial to c.

5
Function Reference2

Turn the e-dial and adjust theaperture value.

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

143• Turn the e-dial while pressing the mc button and change the EV
Compensation value. (p.147)• Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting
Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148)• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.121)• Set the aperture to the s position while
holding down the auto-lock button whenusing a lens with an aperture ring.

Exposure Warning

5
Function Reference

If the subject is too bright or too dark,
the shutter speed will blink in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If thesubject is too bright, set the aperturesmaller (larger number), and when too dark, open the aperture further(smaller number). Once blinking stops, you can take the picture.
If both the shutter speed and aperture value are blinking, thisindicates being out of metering range and the proper exposure
cannot be obtained even if the aperture is adjusted.
Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright.
Use a flash if it is too dark.

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Using a (Manual) Mode
You can set the shutter speed and aperture value. This mode is suitableto take pictures of your choice by combining them. This mode isconvenient for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture
setting combination or taking intentionally underexposed (darker) or overexposed (brighter) photographs.
1 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.134)

1

Set the mode dial to a.

5
Function Reference

2

3

Turn the e-dial and adjust the
shutter speed.

Turn the e-dial while pressing
the mc button and adjust theaperture.

The shutter speed and aperture value
are displayed in the viewfinder and on
the LCD panel. Of the shutter speed
Difference from theand aperture value, the value being
appropriate exposureadjusted is underlined in the
viewfinder. While adjusting the shutter
speed or aperture value, the difference
from the appropriate exposure (EV value) appears at the bottom right ofthe viewfinder. The appropriate exposure is set when [0.0] is displayed.

Exposure Warning
You are out of the measuring area if the
shutter speed and aperture value blink.
Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if thesubject is too bright.
Use a flash if it is too dark.

5
Function Reference• When in a (Manual) mode, the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 200 whensensitivity is set to [AUTO].
• The viewfinder indicator blinks when the difference from appropriate
exposure is over ±3.0.
• Set the shutter speed and aperture values in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV.
Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148)• Set the aperture to the s position while
holding down the auto-lock button whenusing a lens with an aperture ring.

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About the L Button
The aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted to theappropriate exposure at that moment if the L button is pressed ina (Manual) mode. You can choose from the following three adjustment
methods in [AE-L bttn on M expsr] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.
1 Program Line The aperture and shutter speed are adjusted automatically.
2

Tv Shift

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

3

Av Shift

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

Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens
aperture when lens aperture is not set to s position.
1 Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] (p.188)
5

Using the p (Bulb) Mode

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

1

Set the mode dial to p.

• Turn the e-dial to adjust the aperture value.
• Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting
Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148)• Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) to prevent camera
shake when using p (Bulb) mode. Connect the cable switch to the cableswitch terminal (p.15).
• Bulb shooting is available when using the remote control shooting mode
(p.64). The shutter remains open as long as the optional remote control’s
shutter release button is held down.
• Noise reduction is a process to reduce noise (image roughness or
unevenness) caused by low shutter speed. Set in [Noise Reduction] in the[A Custom Setting] menu. (p.106)• When in p (Bulb) mode, the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 200 whensensitivity is set to [AUTO].

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Setting the ExposureThis allows you to deliberately overexpose (brighten) or under-expose(darken) your picture. You can adjust the EV Compensation from –2 to +2(EV) in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV.
Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148)

1

Set the compensation with thee-dial while the mc button ispressed.

mc button

5

Confirm the compensation
value in the viewfinder.
m is displayed during compensation.
m blinks when the flash is popped up if
the flash compensation is set.

Compensation value

Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to a
(Manual) or p (Bulb) mode.
The exposure compensation cannot be canceled by turning the camera off orby setting any other exposure mode.

Function Reference2

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Changing the Exposure Setting StepsSet Exposure Setting Steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in [A Custom Setting]to increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV.
Expsr Setting Steps
1/2 EV Steps
1/3 EV Steps

Exposure setting steps
are set to 1/2 EV

Recording the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock)

5

AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking thepicture. Use this when the subject is too small or backlit and a proper
exposure setting cannot be obtained.

Function Reference

1

Press the L button.
The camera memorizes the exposure(brightness) at that instant.
Press it again to unlock.

• @ is displayed in the viewfinder while the AE lock is engaged. (p.20)• The exposure remains in memory for twice as much time as the metering
timer after releasing the L button. The exposure remains locked as longas the L button is kept pressed or the shutter release button is keptpressed halfway.
• You will hear a beep when the L button is pressed. The beep can beturned off. (p.170)• AE lock is not available when the exposure mode is a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode.
• The combination of shutter speed and aperture value changes depending on
the zooming position even while the AE lock is engaged when using a zoom
lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focal length.
However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is taken at thebrightness level set by the AE lock.
• If the exposure mode is a (Manual), the aperture and/or shutter speed areautomatically adjusted to set the appropriate exposure when the L
button is pressed. (p.146)• Exposure can be fixed when focus is locked. Set in [AE-L with AF locked] inthe [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.131)

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Changing the Exposure and Shooting(Auto Bracket)
You can take continuous pictures with different exposure when the shutter
release button is pressed. The first frame is exposed with nocompensation, the second frame is underexposed (negativecompensation) and the third is overexposed (positive compensation).

Normal exposure

Overexposure

5

Press the { button in Capturemode.
The Fn menu appears.

Fn

OK

AUTO

Fn Exit2

Press the four-way controller (m).
The Drive Mode options screen appears.

3

Use the four-way controller (p)to select V (Auto Bracket).
Drive Mode
Auto Bracket

OK OK

Function Reference

1

Underexposure

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4

Press the 4 button.
The camera returns to the Fn menu
screen.

5

Press the { button.
Shooting is ready and ] is displayed on the LCD panel.

6
5

Press the shutter release button halfway.
Focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused.

Function Reference

7

Press the shutter release button fully.
Three continuous pictures will be taken, the first with no compensation,
the second with negative compensation, and the third with positivecompensation.
• When the [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] is set to l (Single mode), thefocus is locked in the first frame position and used for subsequent continuous
frames.
• When you release your finger from the shutter release button during auto
bracketing, the auto bracketing exposure setting will remain effective fortwice as much time as the exposure metering timer (default setting is 20
seconds) (p.137) and you can take a picture at the next compensation value.
In this case, auto focusing works for each frame. After about twice as muchtime as the exposure metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds), thecamera returns to settings for taking the first picture.
• You can combine Auto Bracket with the built-in flash or external flash (P-TTL
auto only) to change only the flash output continuously. However, when using
an external flash, holding the shutter release button down to take threecontinuous frames may cause the second and third frame to be taken before
the flash is fully recharged. Always take one frame at a time after confirmingthat charging is complete.
• Auto Bracket is not available when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb)
mode.

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Setting Auto Bracket
Change the shooting order and steps of Auto Bracket.
1/2 EV

Bracketng amount(Step interval)

1/3 EV
Shooting images±0.5, ±1.0, ±1.5, ±2.0±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, ±2.00 ´ – ´ +, – ´ 0 ´ +, + ´ 0 ´ –* Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.
(p.148)Set in [Auto Bracket] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)
Auto Bracket
Bracketng amount
Shooting images

0.5
0

5

You can use the auto bracketing mode for only underexposure oroverexposure shots by combining the operation with exposurecompensation (p.147). The auto bracketing is performed in bothcases on the basis of the specified exposure compensation value.

Function Reference

Taking Only Overexposed or Underexposed Pictures

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You can use the preview function to check the depth of field, composition,
exposure and focus before taking a picture. There are 2 preview methods.
Digital Preview

For checking the composition, exposure and focus in the
LCD monitor.

Optical Preview

For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder.

Select the preview method in [Preview Method] in the [A Custom Setting]menu (p.107). The default setting is Digital Preview.

Displaying the Preview
5

Display the digital preview or optical preview.

Function Reference

Displaying the Digital Preview

1

Focus on the subject, thencompose the picture in the
viewfinder and move the main
switch to |.
The (|) icon appears in the LCD monitor
during preview and you can check thecomposition, exposure and focus.
Press the shutter release button halfway to end Digital Preview and start
focusing. The image displayed in Digital Preview is not saved.
• You can display the overexposed area warning or histogram in Digital
Preview. Set in [Preview Display] (p.178) in the [Q Playback] menu.
• The maximum display time for Digital Preview is 60 seconds.

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Displaying the Optical Preview

1

2

Position the subject inside the AF
frame and press the shutter
release button halfway.

Turn the main switch to | whilelooking through the viewfinder.
You can check the depth of field in the
viewfinder while the main switch is on |.

5

Selecting the Preview Method
Choose the preview method to use when the main switch is turned to thepreview position (|). The default setting is Digital Preview.
Digital Preview

For checking the composition, exposure and focus in the
LCD monitor before taking a picture.

Optical Preview

For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder.

Set in [Preview Method] in the [A Custom Setting] menu. (p.107)
Preview Method
Digital Preview
Optical Preview

For checking exposure,composition and focus
w/LCD before shooting

Function Reference• No shooting information is displayed in the viewfinder, and the shutter cannot
be released while the main switch is in the preview position (|).
• You can check the depth of field in all exposure modes.

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Using the Built-in Flash

Compensating Flash Output
You can change the flash output in a range of –2.0 to +1.0. The Flash
Compensation values are as follows for 1/2 EV and 1/3 EV.
Step interval

Flash Compensation

1/2 EV–2.0, –1.5, –1.0, –0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0

1/3 EV–2.0, –1.7, –1.3, –1.0, –0.7, –0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0

* Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.
(p.148)5

Set in [Flash Exp. Comp.] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104)

Function Reference

Rec. Mode
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Swtch dst msr pt
AF ModeFlash Exp. Comp.
Shake Reduction
Cancel

1.0
0.5
0.0
0.5
OK OK

• m blinks in the viewfinder when the flash pops up during Flash
Compensation. (p.20)• If the maximum flash output is exceeded when corrected to the plus (+) side,
no compensation will be effective.
• Compensating to the minus (–) side may not effect the image if the subject is
too close, aperture is low or sensitivity is high.
• This flash compensation is also effective for external flash units which
support P-TTL auto flash mode.

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Allowing Shooting while Charging FlashYou can set to enable shooting while flash is being charged.
Set [On] for [Release when Chrging] in the [A Custom Setting] menu
(p.107). Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging by default.
Release when Chrging
Off
On

Enables shutter release
while the built-in
flash is charging

Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode

• When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to change the blureffect.
• Any desired shutter speed 1/180 sec. or slower can be set for taking a
flash photograph.
• The aperture value automatically changes according to the ambient
brightness.
• The shutter speed is fixed at 1/180 sec. when lens other than DA,
D FA, FA J, FA, F or A is used.

Using the Flash in Av (Aperture Priority) Mode
• You can set the desired aperture to take a flash photograph when you
want to change the depth of field or shoot a subject farther away.
• The shutter speed automatically changes with the ambient brightness.
• The shutter speed shifts automatically anywhere from 1/180 sec. to aslow shutter speed (p.42) that reduces camera shake. The slowest
shutter speed depends on the focal length of the lens in use.
• The shutter speed is fixed at 1/180 sec. when lens other than DA,
D FA, FA J, FA or F is used.

Function Reference

Using the Flash in b (Shutter Priority) Mode5

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Using Slow-Speed-Sync
You can use slow-speed-sync when shooting portraits with the sunset in the
background. Both the portrait and the background are captured beautifully.
• Slow-speed-sync slows the shutter speed. Use the Shake Reduction function
or turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod to avoid camera
shake. The picture will also blur if the subject moves.
• Slow-speed-sync shooting can also be performed with an external flash.

5
Function Reference

Using b (Shutter Priority) Mode
1 Set the mode dial to b.
b (Shutter Priority) mode is set.
2 Use the e-dial to set the desired shutter speed.
The background is not properly corrected if aperture value is blinking
when shutter speed is set. Set the shutter speed so that aperture value
does not blink.
3 Press the K button.
The flash pops up.
4 Take the picture.
Using a (Manual) Mode
1 Set the mode dial to a.
a (Manual) mode is set.
2 Set the shutter speed (under 1/180 sec.) and aperture value to obtaincorrect exposure.
3 Press the K button.
The flash pops up.
In a (Manual) mode, you can raise the flash at any time prior to shooting.
4 Take the picture.

Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in FlashA set criteria is necessary between the guide number, aperture anddistance when shooting with the flash.
Calculate and adjust the shooting conditions if flash is not sufficient.
Built-in flash guide number
Sensitivity

Built-in flash guide number

ISO 200

15.6

ISO 400

22

ISO 800

31

ISO 1600

44

ISO 3200

62

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Calculating Shooting Distance from Aperture Value
The following equation calculates the distance of the flash for aperture
values.
Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide number ÷ Selected aperture
Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ÷ 5*
* The value 5 used in the formula above is a fixed value
which applies only when using the built-in flash alone.

ExampleWhen sensitivity is [ISO 200] and aperture value is F4
L1 = 15.6 ÷ 4 = approx. 3.9 (m)L2 = 3.9 ÷ 5 = approx. 0.8 (m)Therefore, the flash can be used in a range of about 0.8 m to 3.9 m.
The flash cannot be used when the distance is less than 0.7 m. Whenthe flash is used at closer than 0.7 m, it causes vignetting in the picture
corners, light is distributed unevenly and the picture may be overexposed.

The following equation calculates the aperture value for shooting
distances.
Aperture value used F = Guide number ÷ Shooting distance
When sensitivity is [ISO 200] and shooting distance is 5.2 m, aperture
value is:F = 15.6 ÷ 5.2 = 3
If the resulting number (3, in the above example) is not available as alens aperture, the smaller number that is closest (2.8, in the above
example) is generally used.

Function Reference

Calculating Aperture Value from Shooting Distance

5

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DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility
with the Built-in FlashWhen using DA, D FA, FA J, FA and F lenses with the swithout the hood, built-in flash compatibility is shown below.
Yes : Available# : Available depending on other factors
No : Unavailable due to vignetting
Following are evaluated without a hood.
Lens Name

5

Compatibility

Function Reference

DA Fish-eye
10-17 mm F3.5-4.5ED (IF)No

F Fish-eye
17-28 mm F3.5-4.5#

DA12-24 mm F4ED AL

No

DA16-45 mm F4ED AL#

When the focal length is less than 28
mm or when the focal length is 28
mm and the shooting distance isless than 1 m, vignetting may occur.

DA16-50 mm F2.8ED AL (IF) SDM#

Vignetting may occur if focal lengthis less than 20 mm and the shooting
distance is less than 1.5 m.

FA J18-35 mm F4-5.6AL

Yes

DA18-55 mm F3.5-5.6AL

Yes

FA20-35 mm F4AL

Yes

FA24-90 mm F3.5-4.5AL (IF)Yes

FA28-70 mm F4AL

Yes

FA28-70 mm F2.8AL#

FA J28-80 mm F3.5-5.6

Yes

FA28-80 mm F3.5-5.6

Yes

FA28-90 mm F3.5-5.6

Yes

FA28-105 mm F4-5.6

Yes

FA28-105 mm F4-5.6 (IF)Yes

FA28-105 mm F3.2-4.5AL (IF)Yes

FA28-200 mm F3.8-5.6AL (IF)Yes

FA35-80 mm F4-5.6

Yes

Vignetting may occur if focal lengthis less than 20 mm.

Vignetting may occur if focal lengthis 28 mm and the shooting distanceis less than 1 m.

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Lens Name

CompatibilityDA50-135 mm F2.8ED (IF) SDM

Yes

DA50-200 mm F4-5.6ED

Yes

FA70-200 mm F4-5.6

Yes

FA J75-300 mm F4.5-5.8AL
FA80-200 mm F2.8ED (IF)Yes

FA80-320 mm F4.5-5.6

Yes

Yes

FA80-200 mm F4.7-5.6

Yes

FA100-300 mm F4.7-5.8
FA250-600 mm F5.6ED (IF)Yes

DA14 mm F2.8ED (IF)No

FA20 mm F2.8
FA24 mm F2AL (IF)Yes

FA28 mm F2.8AL

Yes

FA31 mm F1.8AL Limited

Yes

FA35 mm F2AL

Yes

DA40 mm F2.8 Limited

Yes

FA43 mm F1.9 Limited

Yes

FA50 mm F1.4

Yes

FA50 mm F1.7

Yes

FA77 mm F1.8 LimitedFA85 mm F1.4 (IF)Yes

FA135 mm F2.8 (IF)FA200 mm F2.8ED (IF)

Yes

No

Yes

5
Function Reference

Yes
Yes

FA300 mm F2.8ED (IF)FA300 mm F4.5ED (IF)No

FA400 mm F5.6ED (IF)FA600 mm F4ED (IF)YesNo

D FA Macro 50 mm F2.8

Yes

D FA Macro 100 mm F2.8

Yes

FA Macro 50 mm F2.8

Yes

FA Macro 100 mm F2.8

Yes

FA Macro 100 mm F3.5
FA Macro 200 mm F4ED (IF)Yes

FA Soft 28 mm F2.8#

Built-in flash always discharges fully.

FA Soft 85 mm F2.8#

Built-in flash always discharges fully.

Yes

Yes

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Using an External Flash (Optional)
Using the optional external flash AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ enables avariety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode, high-speed flash
sync mode, and wireless mode. See the chart below for details.
(Yes: Available #: Restricted No: Not available)
Flash

5

Camera Function

Built-in
Flash

AF540FGZ
AF360FGZ

Red-eye reduction flash
Automatic flash discharge

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Function Reference

After the flash is charged, the camera
automatically switches to the flash sync
speed.
Aperture is automatically set in e (Program)mode and b (Shutter Priority) mode.
Auto check in the viewfinder

No

No

P-TTL auto flash (appropriate sensitivity:
200 to 3200)

Yes*1

Yes*1

Slow-speed sync
Flash Exposure Compensation

Yes

Yes

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

#*3
#*4

Yes
Yes

No
No

Yes
No

No
No

Yes
Yes

AF illuminator
Rear curtain sync flash*2
Contrast-control-sync flash mode
Slave flash
Multiple flash
High-speed flash sync
Wireless flash*5*1 When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens.
*2 Shutter speed of 1/90 sec. or slower.
*3 Can be combined with AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ for rear curtain sync flash.
*4 When combined with the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ, 1/3 of the flash discharge can be
output by the built-in flash and 2/3 can be output by the external flash.
*5 Two or more AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ units are required.

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About the LCD Panel Display for AF360FGZ
The AF360FGZ does not have the function to set the FORMAT size to[DIGITAL], but the difference in angle of view between standard 35-mm
format and the s is automatically calculated based on the
focal length of the lens used (when using DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses).
The conversion indicator appears and the format size indicator disappears
when the exposure metering timer of the s is on (it returns
to 35 mm format display when the exposure metering timer is turned off).
Lens focal length
Exposure
metering timer
Off
AF360FGZ
LCD panel
Exposure
metering timer
On

85mm 77mm 50mm 35mm 28mm 24mm 20mm

18mm

85mm

70mm 50mm

35mm

28mm 24mm*

58mm

48mm 34mm

24mm

19mm 16mm** Using wide-angle panel

Use this flash mode with the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ flash unit. When
flash mode is set to [P-TTL auto], the flash pre-fires right before taking
pictures using 16-segment metering and allows more precise control.
P-TTL auto is available in wireless flash mode when two or more
AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ units are used.
1 Remove the cover of the hot shoe and attach the external flash(AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ).
2 Turn on the camera and the external flash.
3 Set the external flash mode to [P-TTL auto].
4 Confirm that the external flash is fully charged and then take the picture.
• P-TTL auto is only available with the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ flash unit.
• The b will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged).
• For details such as operation method and effective distance, please read theexternal flash manual.
• The flash does not discharge when the subject is bright enough when FlashMode is g or i. Therefore, it may not suitable for daylight-sync shooting.
• Never press the flash pop up button when any external flash unit is attachedto the camera. The built-in flash will hit the external flash. If you want to use
both at once, see p.164 for the connection method.

Function Reference

Using P-TTL Auto Mode5

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Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode
With the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ, you can discharge the flash to take apicture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. High-speed flash sync
can be used with the flash attached to the camera, or wireless.

Attaching and Using the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ on the Camera
1 Remove the cover of the hot shoe and attach the external flash(AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ).
2 Turn the mode dial and set the exposure mode to b or a.
3 Turn on the camera and the external flash.
4 Set the external flash sync mode to HS b (high-speed flash sync).
5 Confirm that the external flash is fully charged and then take the picture.
5
Function Reference• The b will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged).
• High-speed flash sync is only available when the shutter speed is faster than
1/180 sec.
• High-speed flash sync is not available when the exposure mode is set to p
(Bulb).

Using in Wireless Mode
You can shoot using the flash without connecting the camera and flash
with a cord by using two external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ). The
High-speed sync mode is also available in wireless mode.
Be sure to set the two external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) to the samechannel. See the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ Operating Manual for details.

Using in Wireless Mode
1 Place the external flash (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) at the desired
location.
2 Set the power switch of the above external flash to [WIRELESS].
3 Set the wireless mode of the above external flash to [S] (Slave).
4 Turn on the camera, and then turn the mode dial and set the exposure
mode to e, b, c or a.
5 Set the power switch of the external flash on the camera to[WIRELESS].
6 Set the wireless mode of the external flash on the camera to a (Master)or A (Control).

163• Wireless mode is not available for the built-in flash.
• Set the wireless slave mode of the external flash to [SLAVE1].

The following information is exchanged between the two external
flash units (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) before the flash is discharged
when the external flash units are used for wireless flash.
Press the shutter release button fully.
1 The flash unit on the camera emits a small control flash (relays
the flash mode of the camera).
2 The external wireless flash unit emits a small control flash(relays confirmation of subject).
3 The flash unit on the camera emits a small control flash (relays
flash output of external wireless flash unit).
* The flash unit on the camera will emit a small control flash one moretime after this to relay the flash duration time when HS b (Highspeed sync) is set.

4 The external flash unit(s) discharges as main flash.
Set the wireless slave mode of the external flash to [SLAVE1].

5
Function Reference

Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL Flash Mode)

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Red-Eye Reduction
As with the built-in flash, red-eye reduction is available with an external
flash. This may not be available on some flashes or may have restrictions
for usage conditions. See the chart on p.160.
• The red-eye reduction feature works even when only an external flash isused. (p.57)• If red-eye reduction is used when the external flash is set as the slave unit orwith the wireless function, the preflash for red-eye reduction will trigger theexternal flash. Do not use red-eye reduction when using a slave unit.

Rear Curtain Sync Flash

5Function Reference

When using the built-in flash with an external flash (AF540FGZ or
AF360FGZ) that is set to the rear curtain flash function, the built-in flash
will also use this mode. Confirm that both flash units are fully charged
before shooting.

Using the Built-in Flash with the External FlashAs shown in the figure below, attach the hot shoe adapter FG (optional) tothe camera hot shoe and an off-camera shoe adapter F (optional) to thebottom of the external flash, and connect these with the extension cord
F5P (optional). The off camera shoe adapter F comes with a tripod screwfor securing to your tripod.
Only the P-TTL auto flash can be used in combination with the built-in
flash.
When combining with the built-in flash

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Discharging Multiple Flashes
You can combine two or more external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ)
or you can use an external flash in combination with the built-in flash. You
can use the extension cord connection terminal on the flash to connect the
AF540FGZ. You can connect AF360FGZ units as shown in the illustration
below. Connect an external flash and the Hot Shoe Adapter F (optional) to
the Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F (optional) and then connect another OffCamera Shoe Adapter F with external flash using the Extension Cord F5P(optional). Refer to the flash manual for details.
• Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts
such as a Hot Shoe Grip. A malfunction may occur.
• Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment
breakdown. We recommend using the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ.

When combining two or more external flashes

5Function Reference

When using multiple external flashes or an external flash with the built-in flash,
P-TTL is used for flash control.

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Contrast-Control-Sync Flash
Combining two or more external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) or
using an external flash in combination with the built-in flash allows multiple
flash photography (contrast-control-sync flash photography). This isbased on the difference between the amounts of light discharged frommultiple units.
• Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts
such as a Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur.
• Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment
breakdown. We recommend using PENTAX automatic flashes.

5
Function Reference

1 Connect the external flash to the camera indirectly. (p.164)
2 Set the sync mode for the external flash to the Contrast-Control-Sync
mode.
3 Turn the mode dial and set the exposure mode to e, b, c or a.
4 Confirm that both the external flash and built-in flash are fully charged
and then take the picture.
• When using two or more external flashes and the Contrast-Control-Sync
mode is set on the external master flash unit, the flash output ratio is 2
(master unit) : 1 (slave units). When external flash is used in combination withthe built-in flash, the flash output ratio is 2 (external flash) : 1 (built-in flash).
• When using multiple external flashes or an external flash with the built-in
flash, P-TTL is used for flash control.
• The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 second in the ContrastControl-Sync mode.

Settings During Playback

167

Changing Playback Display Method
Sets the information to show first during playback and whether to display
overexposed area warning.
The camera switches display information when you press the M button.

1

Select [Plybk dsply mthd] on the [Q Playback] menu.

2

Press the four-way controller (p).
The screen for setting the playback
display method appears.

Plybk dsply mthd
Display Style
Standard

5

3
4

Use the four-way controller (p) to select [Display Style].
Use the four-way controller (mn) to select the
information to show.
Standard

Captured image and indicators are displayed.

Histogram

Images and histogram are displayed.

Detailed Info

Shooting information appears with a small image in theupper left.

No info. Display Only captured images are displayed.
Last memory

Display settings are retained from previous session.
Plybk dsply mthd
Display Style
Standard
Histogram
BrightPortionDetailed
Info
No info. Display
Last memory
CancelOK OK

Function Reference

Bright Portion

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5

Press the OK button.
The selected information setting is saved.

6
7

Use the four-way controller (n) to select [Bright Portion].
Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P(Off).

8

Press the MENU button twice.
The camera is ready to take a picture.
Refer to p.18 for various display information details.

5
Function Reference

Setting the Slideshow Display Interval
You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card
successively. (p.73)
Set image display interval to [3 sec], [5 sec], [10 sec] or [30 sec]. The
default setting is [3 sec].
Set in [Slideshow] in the [Q Playback] menu (p.104).
Playback
Plybk dsply mthd
Instant Review
Preview Display
Digital Filter
Slideshow
Cancel

1 sec
3 sec
5 sec
10 sec30 secOK OK

After setting, press the 4 button to start slideshow.

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169

Formatting the SD Memory Card
Be sure to format new SD Memory Card with the camera before using thecard.
Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card.
• Do not open the card cover while formatting SD Memory Card. The card may
be damaged beyond use.
• Formatting will delete protected data. Be aware.

1

3

5

Press the four-way controller (p) to display the Format
screen.
Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Format].

FormatAll data deleted

FormatCancel
OK OK

4Press the 4 button.
Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the camera is ready totake pictures.

Function Reference2

Select [Format] on the [H Set-up] menu (p.105).

170

Turning the Beep On and Off
You can turn the camera operation beep on or off. The default setting is
O (On) .
Set in [Beep] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Set-upFormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
EnglishGuide display
Exit

5
Function Reference

Changing the Date and Time and the Display
Style
You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set thedisplay style. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. Choose[12h] (12 hour) or [24h] (24 hour) for time display method.
1 Setting the Date and Time (p.35)
Date Adjust
Date Style
mm/dd/yy24h
Date01 / 01 / 2006

Time

00 : 00
Cancel

OK OK

171

Setting the World Time
The date and time selected in “Initial Settings” (p.33) serve as the date andtime of your present location.
Setting [World Time] enables you to display the local date and time on the
LCD monitor when traveling overseas.

1
2

Select [World Time] on the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Press the four-way controller(p).

World Time

The World Time screen appears.
New York
New York

5

3

4

Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P(Off).
O

Applies time of city set in X (Destination)

P

Applies time of city set in W (Hometown)

Press the four-way controller (n).
The selection frame moves to X. The city with X blinks.

5

Press the four-way controller (p).
The screen for magnifying the Destination region appears.
Use the four-way controller (op) to change the region to magnify.

6

Press the four-way controller (n).
The frame moves to city.

Function Reference

00:25

172

7

Use the four-way controller(op) to select the Destinationcity.
The current time, location and timedifference of the selected city appears.

89Destination

LondonDSTCancel

OK OK+05:0005:25

Use the four-way controller (n) to select [DST].
Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P(Off).
Select O (On) if the Destination city uses daylight saving time (DST).

5Function Reference

10 Press the 4 button.
The World Time setting is saved.
To continue with World Time setting
operations, press the 4 button to
return to the World Time screen.

World Time

London
New York
01:25

11 Press the 3 button twice.
The camera is ready to take pictures.
• See “List of World Time Cities” (p.173) for cities that can be specified as adestination.
• Select W in Step 4 to set the city and DST setting.
• X appears on the guide display screen if World Time is On (O). (p.16)

173
List of World Time Cities
RegionNorth
America

EuropeAfrica/West Asia

RegionAfrica/West Asia

East Asia

Oceania

City
Nairobi
JeddahTehranDubai
Karachi
Kabul
Male
Delhi
Colombo
Kathmandu
Dacca
YangonBangkok
Kuala Lumpur
Vientiane
Singapore
Phnom Penh
Ho chi Minh
JakartaHong Kong
BeijingShanghai
ManilaTaipei
Seoul
Tokyo
Guam
Perth
Adelaide
SydneyNoumeaWellington
Auckland
Pago Pago

5
Function ReferenceCentral andSouthAmericaCity
Honolulu
Anchorage
Vancouver
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Calgary
Denver
Chicago
Miami
Toronto
New York
Halifax
Mexico City
Lima
Santiago
CaracasBuenos Aires
Sao Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
MadridLondonParis
Amsterdam
Milan
Rome
BerlinStockholm
AthensHelsinki
Moscow
Dakar
Algiers
Johannesburg
Istanbul
Cairo
Jerusalem

174

Setting the Display Language
You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc.
are displayed.
Set in [Language/] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
You can choose from eleven languages: English, French, German,
Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Traditional/
Simplified) and Japanese.
1 Setting the Display Language (p.33)

5Nederlands

EnglishFrançais
DeutschEspañol
Italiano
Svenska

Function Reference

CancelOK OK

Turning the Guide Display On and Off
Set to display guides on the LCD monitor when main switch is on or
exposure mode is changed. (p.16)
O

Guide display on

P

Guide display off

Set in [Guide display] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Set-upFormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Time
EnglishGuide display
Exit

175

Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. Adjust settings whenthe LCD monitor is hard to see.
Set in [Brightness Level] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Set-upBrightness Level
Video OutTransfer Mode
Auto Power Off
Folder Name
File #

0
1 min
Std.
SerialNo
OK OK

Selecting the Video Output Format

Set-upBrightness Level
Video OutTransfer Mode
Auto Power Off
Folder Name
File #
Cancel

0
NTSC
PAL
1 min
Std.
SerialNo
OK OK

The video output format varies according to region. The video output format
used in North America is NTSC.

Function Reference

When you connect the camera to AV equipment such as a TV, choose theappropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for playing back images.
Set in [Video Out] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
1 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment (p.75)

5

176

Setting Auto Power Off
You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain
length of time. Select from [1 min], [3 min], [5 min], [10 min], [30 min] or[Off]. The default setting is [1 min].
Set in [Auto Power Off] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Set-upBrightness Level
Video OutTransfer Mode
Auto Power Off
Folder Name
File #
Cancel

5

1 min
3 min
5 min
10 min30 minOff
OK OK

Auto Power Off will not work during slideshow playback, a USB connection,
remote control shooting or while displaying menu or Fn menu.

Function Reference

Selecting the Folder NameYou can select the method for assigning the folder names for storing
images. The default setting is [Std.].
Std.

The folder name is assigned in the form of [xxxPENTX].
[xxx] is a sequential number from 100 to 999.
(Example) 101PENTXDate

The two digits of the [month] and [day] on which the picture
was taken are assigned as the folder name in the form of[xxx_MMDD].
(Example) 101_0125 : for folders with pictures taken on
January 25th

Set in [Folder Name] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Set-upBrightness Level
Video OutTransfer Mode
Auto Power Off
Folder Name
File #
Cancel

0
NTSC
PC
1 min
Std.
Date
OK OK

177

Resetting the File Number
You can set the file number used for the images when inserting a new SD
Memory Card. The default setting is [SerialNo].
SerialNo

The file number for the most recently captured image is placed inmemory and the file number will remain continuous after inserting
the new SD Memory Card.

Reset

Every time a new SD Memory Card is inserted, the file number isthe smallest number. When an SD Memory Card with stored
images is inserted, numbering continues from the last stored filenumber.

Set in [File #] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.105)
Set-upCancel

0
NTSC
PC
1 min
SerialNo
Reset
OK OK

Setting the Display Instant Review and Digital
Preview
You can perform the settings related to Instant Review and Digital Preview.

Setting the Display Time of the Instant Review
Select from [1 sec], [3 sec], [5 sec] or [Off]. The default setting is [1 sec].
Set in [Instant Review] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.104)
Playback
Plybk dsply mthd
Instant Review
Preview Display
Digital Filter
Slideshow
Cancel

1 sec
3 sec
5 sec
off
OK OK

5
Function Reference

Brightness Level
Video OutTransfer Mode
Auto Power Off
Folder Name
File #

178
Displaying Histogram and Bright Portion
Set to display histogram and bright portion during Instant Review andDigital Preview.
Set in [Preview Display] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.104) In the default
setting, the histogram and overexposed area warning do not appear.

1

Select [Preview Display] in the [Q Playback] menu.

2

Press the four-way controller (p).
The screen for setting the Preview Display
appears.

Preview Display
Histogram
Bright Portion
For setting displayed
information in InstantReview/Digital Preview

5Function Reference

3

4
5

6

Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P(Off) for [Histogram].
O

The histogram is displayed in the Instant Review and Digital
Preview screens.

P

The histogram is not displayed.

Use the four-way controller (n) to select [Bright Portion].
Use the four-way controller (op) to select O (On) or P(Off).
O

The overexposed area warning is displayed in the InstantReview and Digital Preview screens.

P

The overexposed area warning is not displayed.

Press the MENU button twice.
The camera is ready to take a picture.

Resetting to Default Settings

179

Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu
Settings in [A Rec. Mode] menu, [Q Playback] menu and [H Set-up]
menu are reset to default settings.
However, Date Adjust, Language, Video Out and World Time are notreset.

1
2

Press the four-way controller (p) to display the [Reset]
screen.
Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Reset].

Reset
Back to initial settings
Reset
Cancel
OK OK

4Press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.

5
Function Reference3

Select [Reset] on the [H Set-up] menu.

180Resetting the Custom Function Menu
Reset settings in [A Custom Setting] menu to default settings.
Settings in [A Rec. Mode] menu, [Q Playback] menu and [H Set-up]
menu are not reset.

123

Select [Reset] on the [A Custom Setting] menu.
Press the four-way controller (p) and display the Reset
Custom Fnction screen.
Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Reset].

Reset Custom Fnction
Returns the custom
function settings
to initial settings
Reset
Cancel5Function Reference

OK OK

4

Press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.

6 Appendix
Default Settings ..................................................182
Functions Available with Various Lens
Combinations .....................................................186
Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] ........................188
Cleaning the CCD ...............................................189
Optional Accessories .........................................192
Error Messages ..................................................194
Troubleshooting .................................................196
Main Specifications ............................................199
Glossary ..............................................................202
Index ....................................................................206
WARRANTY POLICY ..........................................210

182

Default Settings
The table below lists the factory default settings.
Table notations are as follows.
Last Memory Setting
Yes : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off.
No : The setting returns to the default setting when the camera is turned off.
Reset Setting
Yes : The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.179).
No : The setting is saved even after reset.
[A Rec. Mode] Menu

6
Appendix

Last
MemorySetting

Reset
Setting

Page

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

p.114
p.115

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

p.116
p.117

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

p.117
p.117

±0.5/0 – +L (Multi-segment)

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

p.151
p.136

N (Auto)l(Single mode)

Yes

Yes

p.128

Yes

Yes

p.127

Item

Default Setting

Image Tone
Recorded Pixels

F (Bright)
P (3008×2000)
C (Best)(0)

Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast(0)(0)

Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Swtch dst msr pt
AF ModeFlash Exp. Comp.
Shake Reduction

0.0

Yes

Yes

p.154

35 (Focal Length)

Yes

Yes

p.49

Reset
SettingPage[Q Playback] Menu

Display Style

Standard

Last
MemorySetting
Yes

Bright Portion

P (Off)

Yes

Yes

Instant Review
Preview Histogram
Display Bright Portion

1sec
P (Off)

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

P (Off)

Yes

Yes

Item
Plybk
dsply
mthd

Default Setting

Yes

p.167
p.177
p.178

183
Item

Default Setting

Last
MemorySetting

Reset
Setting

Page

Digital Filter
B&W
Yes*
Yes
p.76
Slideshow
3sec
Yes
Yes
p.73
* The slimness setting for the slim filter, the softness setting for the soft filter, thebrightness setting for the brightness filter, and the color setting for the color filter
are saved.

[H Set-up] Menu
Default Setting

Last
MemorySetting

Reset
SettingPage—
O (On)

—
Yes

—
Yes

p.169
p.170

According todefault setting

Yes

No

p.170

P (Off)Yes

Yes

Hometown (City)

According todefault setting

Yes

No

Hometown(DST)

According todefault setting

Yes

No

Destination(City)

Same asHometown

YesNo

Destination(DST)

Same asHometown

YesNo

According todefault setting

Yes

No

p.174

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

p.174
p.175

Yes

No

p.175

Item
FormatBeep
Date AdjustWorld Timesetting

Language/
Guide display
Brightness Level
Video OutTransfer ModeO (On)
0
According todefault setting

p.171

PC
1min
Std.

Yes

Yes

p.89

Auto Power Off
Folder Name

Yes
Yes

Yes
Yes

p.176
p.176

File #
Sensor Cleaning

SerialNo
—

Yes
—

Yes
—

p.177
p.189

—

—

—

p.179

Reset

Appendix

World
Time

6

184

[A Custom Setting] Menu
Item
Settings
Noise Reduction

6

Default Setting

Last
MemorySetting

Reset
SettingPage

P (Off)

Yes

Yes

p.106

On

Yes

Yes

p.146

Expsr Setting Steps

1/2 EV Steps

Yes

Yes

p.148

ISO Corction in AUTO

ISO 200-800

Yes

Yes

p.121

ISO Snstvty Wrn Dspl

Off

Yes

Yes

p.122

Link AF Point and AE

Off

Yes

Yes

p.137

Meter Operating Time

10 sec

Yes

Yes

p.137

AE-L with AF locked

Off

Yes

Yes

p.131

Recordable Image No.

Remaining image
storage capacity

Yes

Yes

p.106

OK btn when shooting

Confirm
Sensitivity

Yes

Yes

p.126,
p.129

AE-L bttn on M expsr

Program Line

Yes

Yes

p.146

Appendix

Superimpose AF Area

On

Yes

Yes

p.128

AF in remote control

Off

Yes

Yes

p.107

FI with S lens used

Not available

Yes

Yes

p.107

Using aperture ring

Prohibited

Yes

Yes

p.188

Off

Yes

Yes

p.155

Release when Chrging
Preview Method

Digital Preview

Yes

Yes

p.153

Mag to Strt Zm Plybk

1.2 times

Yes

Yes

p.107

Man. WB Measurement

Entire screen

Yes

Yes

p.119

sRGB

Yes

Yes

p.123

—

—

—

p.180

Color SpaceReset Custom Fnction** Reset settings in [A Custom Setting] menu.

185

Fn Menu
Default Setting

Last
MemorySetting

Drive Mode

9 (Single frame
shooting)

Flash Mode

Reset
Setting

Page

No*1

Yes

p.58,
p.60,
p.64,
p.149

g (Auto)

Yes

Yes

p.54

White Balance

F (Auto)

Yes

Yes

p.118

ISO Sensitivity

AUTO

Yes

Yes

p.121

Scene ModeNight Scene

Yes

Yes

p.50

DPOF Settings

—

Yes

No

p.85

Digital Filter

B&W

Yes*2

Yes

p.76

Slideshow

3sec

Yes

Yes

p.73

Item

*1 Only continuous shooting settings are saved.
*2 The slimness setting for the slim filter, the softness setting for the soft filter, the brightness
setting for the brightness filter, and the color setting for the color filter are saved.

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Appendix

186

Functions Available with Various
Lens Combinations
Lenses that can be used with this camera
Only DA and FA J lenses and D FA/FA/F/A lenses having an s positionon the aperture ring can be used with this camera. Refer to “Notes on[Using Aperture Ring]” (p.188) for other lenses and D FA/FA/F/A lenses
with aperture ring set to a position other than s.
Lens [Mount type]

DA/D FA/
FA J/FA lens
[KAF, KAF2]*3

F lens[KAF]*3

Autofocus (Lens only)

Yes

Yes

—

(With AF adapter 1.7×)*1

—

—

Yes*5

Function

A lens[KA]

Manual focus(With the focus indicator)*2

Yes

Yes

Yes

(With Matte field)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Eleven AF points

Yes

Yes

No*5

6

Power zoom

No

—

—

Appendix

Aperture Priority Auto Exposure

Yes

Yes

Yes

Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure

Yes

Yes

Yes

Manual Exposure

Yes

Yes

Yes

P-TTL Auto Flash*4

Yes

Yes

Yes

Multi (16-segment) metering

Yes

Yes

Yes

Automatic lens focal length acquirement
when using the Shake Reduction
function

Yes

Yes

No

Yes : Functions are available when the aperture ring is set to the sposition.
No : Functions are unavailable.
*1 Lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or brighter. Only available at s position.
*2 Lenses with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or brighter.
*3 To use an F/FA soft 85 mm f/2.8 lens or FA soft 28 mm f/2.8 lens, set [Using aperture ring]to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting] menu (p.106). Pictures can be taken with theaperture you set, but only within manual aperture range.
*4 When using the built-in flash and AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ.
*5 The AF point becomes O (Center).

Lens names and mount names
FA prime lenses (non-zoom lenses) and DA, D FA, FA J and F lenses use
the KAF mount. Of the FA zoom lenses, power zoom enabled lenses use
the KAF2 mount. Lenses without power zoom use the KAF mount. See thelens manual for details. This camera does not have a power zoom
function.

187

Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this camera
When aperture ring is set at other than s (Auto) or a lens without a s(Auto) position or accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto
bellows are used, camera does not operate unless [Using aperture ring] is
set to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting] menu (p.107). Refer to “Notes
on [Using Aperture Ring]” (p.188) for restriction that apply when [Using
aperture ring] is set to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting] menu.
All camera exposure modes are available when using DA/FA J or lenses
with Aperture s (Auto) position set to that position.

6
AppendixLens and Built-in FlashThe built-in flash cannot be regulated and fully fires when pre A lenses orsoft focus lenses are used.
Note that the built-in flash cannot be used as the Auto Flash.

188

Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]
Aperture Ring Use
When [Using aperture ring] is set to [Permitted] in [A Custom Setting]menu (p.107), the shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the
D FA, FA, F or A lens is not set to the s position or a lens without a s
position is attached. However, the features will be restricted as shown in
the table below.
The camera operates in c (Aperture Priority) mode even if the mode dial is at
e or b when the aperture is set to a value other than s.

Lens used6

Exposure mode

D FA, FA, F, A, M (lensonly or with autoc (Aperture
diaphragm
Priority) mode
accessories such as
auto extension tube K)

Appendix

D FA, FA, F, A, M, S
(with diaphragm
accessories such as
extension tube K)c (Aperture
Priority) mode

Manual diaphragmlens such as reflex
lens (lens only)c (Aperture
Priority) mode

FA, F Soft 85mm FA
Soft 28mm (lens only)

All lenses

Restriction
The aperture remains open
regardless of the aperture ring
position. The shutter speed changes
in relation to the open aperture but an
exposure error may occur. In the
viewfinder, [F--] appears for theaperture indicator.
Pictures can be taken with thespecified aperture value but an
exposure error may occur. In the
viewfinder, [F--] appears for theaperture indicator.

c (Aperture
Priority) mode

Pictures can be taken with thespecified aperture value in the manual
aperture range. In the viewfinder, [F--]appears for the aperture indicator.
When depth of field is checked(Optical Preview), AE Metering isswitched on. Exposure check ispossible.

a (Manual)
mode

Pictures can be taken with the set
aperture value and shutter speed. In
the viewfinder, [F--] appears for theaperture indicator. When depth of field
is checked (Optical Preview), AE
Metering is switched on. Exposure
check is possible.

Cleaning the CCD

189

Shadows may appear in the image for white backgrounds and othershooting conditions if the CCD becomes dirty or dusty. This indicates that
the CCD must be cleaned.

Removing Dust by Shaking the CCD
The Dust Removal function shakes the CCD to remove dust that hascollected.

1

Select [Dust Removal] in the[H Set-up] menu and press thefour-way controller (p).

Dust Removal
Dust Removal
Start-up action

6

2

OK Start

Press the 4 button.
The CCD operates and the Dust Removal function activates.
Select [Start-up action] and use the four-way controller (op) to select O(On) to turn Dust Removal on every time the camera is turned on.

Appendix

MENU

190

Removing Dust with a Blower
Raise the mirror up and open the shutter to clean with a blower. Pleasecontact PENTAX service center for professional cleaning because the
CCD is a precision part. Cleaning services involve a fee.
You can use the Imagesensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1 (optional) whencleaning the CCD.
• Do not use a spray type blower.
• Do not clean the CCD when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode.
• Always cap the lens mount area to prevent dirt and dust from accumulatingon the CCD when no lens is on the camera.
• When the battery level is low, [Not enough battery remaining to clean sensor]
is displayed on the LCD monitor.
• If you are not using the AC adapter, please use batteries with ample capacity
remaining. A warning beep will sound if the battery capacity becomes low
during cleaning. Please stop cleaning immediately.
• Do not put the tip of the blower inside the lens mount area. If the power isturned off, this could cause damage to the shutter or the CCD sensor.

6
Appendix• It is recommended to use the AC adapter (optional) when cleaning the CCD.
• The self-timer lamp blinks and [Cln] appears on the LCD panel while cleaning
the CCD.
• This camera features a CCD shifting shake reduction system, and it may
generate some operating noise while cleaning the CCD. It is not a
malfunction.

1

Turn the camera off and remove the lens.

2

Turn the camera on.

3

Select [Sensor Cleaning] on the [H Set-up] menu.

4

Press the four-way controller (p).
The Sensor Cleaning screen appears.

5

191
Use the four-way controller(m) to select [Mirror Up].

Sensor Cleaning
Mirror Up to Clean CCD
Turn the power OFF
to endMirror Up
Cancel
OK OK

6Press the 4 button.
The mirror is locked in the up position.

7

Clean the CCD.
Use a brush-less blower to remove dirt
and dust from the CCD. Using a blower
with a brush may scratch the CCD. Do
not wipe the CCD with a cloth.

9

Turn the camera off.
Attach the lens after the mirror returns to its original
position.

Appendix

8

6

192

Optional Accessories
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Pleasecontact a service center for details regarding accessories.
Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied withthe camera.

AC Adapter D-AC76
This AC adapter supplies power from the outlet into your camera.

Cable Switch CS-205
This is a remote shutter release cord. The cord length is 0.5 m.

Remote Control F
6

Lets you shoot pictures from within 5 m of the front of the camera.

Appendix

Flash Accessories
Auto Flash AF540FGZ
Auto Flash AF360FGZ
The AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ are P-TTL auto flash units with amaximum guide number of 54 and 36 (ISO 100/m), respectively. Theirfeatures include slave-sync flash, contrast-control-sync flash, Auto flash,high-speed sync flash, wireless flash and front/rear curtain-sync flash.
Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10
This is a setting clip for using the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ as a wirelessslave flash.
Hot Shoe Adapter FG
Extension Cord F5P
Off-camera Shoe Adapter F
Use the adapters and cords to use the external flash away from thecamera.

193
For Viewfinder
Magnifier Eyecup O-ME53
This viewfinder is for magnifying up to 1.18 times and makes focusing
easier.
Magnifier FBThis viewfinder accessory is for magnifying the central area of the
viewfinder.
Ref-converter A
This is an accessory that changes the viewfinder viewing angle at 90°
intervals. The viewfinder magnification can be switched between 1× and2×.
Diopter correction lens adapter M
This accessory adjusts the diopter. Install it on the viewfinder.
If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, choose one of the eightcorrection lens adapter M of –5 to +3 m-1 (per meter).
ME Viewfinder Cap (*)

6

Eyecup FP (*)

Appendix

Camera Case
Camera Case O-CC53

Strap O-ST53 (*)

OthersHot Shoe Cover FK (*)
USB Cable I-USB17 (*)
Video Cable I-VC28 (*)
Imagesensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1

194

6

Error Messages

Error Message

Description

Memory card full

The SD Memory Card is full and no more images
can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card ordelete unwanted images. (p.29, p.79)
You may be able to save new images bychanging the quality level or recorded pixels.
(p.115, p.116)

No image

There are no images for playback on the SD
Memory Card.

Camera cannot display
this image

You are trying to play back an image in a format
not supported by this camera. You may be able
to play it back on another brand of camera or
your computer.

Appendix

No card in camera

The SD Memory Card is not inserted in thecamera. (p.29)

Memory card error

The SD Memory Card has a problem, and image
capture and playback are impossible. It may beviewable on a PC but not with this camera.

Card not formatted

The SD Memory Card you have inserted isunformatted or has been formatted on acomputer or other device and is not compatible
with this camera. Use the card after formatting itwith this camera. (p.169)

Card locked
Card is locked
Rotation information
cannot be saved

A locked SD Memory Card is inserted in thecamera. Unlock the SD Memory Card. (p.30)

This image is protected
Rotation information
cannot be saved

The selected rotated image is protected.
Remove protection from the image. (p.83)

Cannot use this card

The inserted card cannot be used on thiscamera. Insert a usable card.

Battery depleted

The batteries are exhausted. Install newbatteries in the camera. (p.25)

Not enough battery
remaining
to clean sensor

Appears during CCD cleaning if battery set levelis insufficient. Replace the battery set with a newone or use an AC adaptor (optional). (p.28)

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Error Message

Description

Image folder could
not be created

The maximum folder number (999) and filenumber (9999) are being used, and no more
images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory
Card or format the card. (p.169)

The image is not stored

The image could not be saved because of an SD
Memory Card error.

Settings not stored

The DPOF settings file could not be saved
because SD Memory Card is full. Delete
unwanted images and set DPOF again. (p.79)

RAW images cannot be set

DPOF cannot be applied to the RAW images.

RAW images are
not supported

RAW images cannot be processed using thedigital filter.

No image to be filtered

When digital filter is started from [Q Playback]menu, this message appears if all saved images
are RAW files or images captured with othercameras.

This image cannot be
filteredAppears when digital filter is started from Fnmenu for images captured with other cameras.
No file set with DPOF. Set DPOF and print.
(p.85)

Printer error

There is an error with the printer and the filecannot be printed. Fix all the errors and try
printing again.

No paper in the printerPrinter has run out of paper. Put paper in printerand print.

No ink in the printerPrinter has run out of ink. Replace ink and print.

Paper stuck in the printerPaper is jammed in printer. Remove paper andprint.

Data error

A data error has occurred during printing.

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No DPOF files

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Troubleshooting
We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center.
Problem

Camera does
not turn on

Cause

RemedyBatteries are notinstalled

Check if batteries are installed. If not, installbatteries.

Batteries are notinstalled properly

Check orientation of batteries.
Re-insert batteries according to the +symbols. (p.25)

Battery power is low

Replace with a charged battery set or use theAC adapter. (p.28)

The lens aperturering setting is otherthan the s position

Set the lens aperture ring to the s position(p.139) or select [Permitted] in [Using
aperture ring] in the [A Custom Setting]menu (p.188).

The shutter
Wait until charging is finished.
does not release Flash is charging
No available space on Insert SD Memory Card with available space or
SD Memory Card
delete unwanted images. (p.29, p.79)
Recording

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Wait until recording is finished.

Appendix

Autofocus cannot focus well on subjects thathave low contrast (the sky, white walls), darkcolors, intricate designs, are moving quickly
or scenery shot through a window or a netSubject is difficult tolike pattern. Lock focus on another object
focus onlocated at same distance (press shutter
release button halfway), then aim at target
and press shutter release button fully.
Alternatively, use manual focus. (p.132)

The Autofocus
does not work

Subject is not in
focusing area

Position subject in focus frame in middle ofviewfinder. If the subject is outside thefocusing area, aim the camera at the subject
and lock the focus (press shutter releasebutton halfway), then compose picture andpress the shutter release button fully.

Subject is too close

Move away from the subject and take a picture.

The focus mode is
set to \Set the focus mode lever to =. (p.124)

The [AF Mode] in the
Set the [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] to[A Rec. Mode] is
set to kl (Single mode). (p.127)(Continuous mode)
The Capture mode is
Set the Capture mode to setting other thanset to \ (Moving\ (Moving Object) mode. (p.50)
Object) mode

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Problem

Cause

RemedyAE lock is not
AE lock function
available when set to Use AE lock with any setting other than adoes nota (Manual) mode or (Manual) mode or p (Bulb) mode.
operatep (Bulb) mode

Flash does notdischarge

Mode dial is set toa (Flash OFF)Set mode dial to any setting other thana (Flash OFF). (p.50)

H (Scene) modeis set to A (Night
Scene),K (Sunset),
D (Candlelight) or
E (Museum)Set H (Scene) mode to any setting otherthan A (Night Scene), K (Sunset),
D (Candlelight) or E (Museum). (p.50)

The camera does
not have the powerzoom function

Use manual zoom. (p.53)

The transfer mode is
Set transfer mode to [PC].
USB connection set to [PictBridge]
with computer
An error occurred
does not work
while sending USB Change the transfer mode to [PC-F].
properly*data
USB connection
with printer does The transfer mode is
Set transfer mode to [PictBridge]. (p.89)
not work
set to [PC] or [PC-F]
properly

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Appendix

The powerzoom systemdoes notfunction

When flash mode is
set to [Autodischarge] or [AutoSet flash mode to [Manual discharge] orflash+Redeye[Manl flash+Redeye reduct]. (p.54)
reduct], the flash will
not discharge if thesubject is bright

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Problem

Shake
Reduction does
not work

Cause
Shake Reduction
function is off

Turn on the Shake Reduction switch.

Shake Reduction
function is not set
properly

If a lens for which focal length information
cannot be acquired is used, set the [Focal
Length] on the [Shake Reduction] menu.
(p.49)

Shutter speed isslowed when
panning or shooting
Turn off the Shake Reduction function andnight scenes, etc.
use a tripod.
Shake Reduction
function exceeds
correction range
Subject is too close

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RemedyMove away from the subject, or turn off the
Shake Reduction function and use a tripod.

In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static
electricity. This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting
them back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take thebatteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The
mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates
correctly, it does not require any repairs.

Appendix*

Refer to p.11 of the “PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO
Laboratory 3 Operating Manual” for details on connecting the camera to a PC.

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Type

TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera with builtin retractable P-TTL flash

Effective Pixels

6.10 megapixels

SensorTotal pixels 6.31 megapixels, interline/interlace scan CCD witha primary color filter

Recorded Pixels

P (RAW: 3008×2008/JPEG: 3008×2000 pixels),
Q (2400×1600 pixels), R (1536×1024 pixels)

Sensitivity

Auto, Manual (200/400/800/1600/3200: Standard Output
Sensitivity)

File Format

RAW, JPEG (Exif2.21), DCF compliant, DPOF compatible, Print
Image Matching III compatible

Quality Level|, C (Best), D (Better), and E (Good)

Storage Medium
Number of Shots

SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
Capacity

Quality
Level

1 GB

512 MB

256 MB

128 MBP
3008×2008|

Approx. 90

Approx. 46

Approx. 22

Approx. 11

CApprox. 330

Approx. 167

Approx. 78

Approx. 34

DApprox. 607

Approx. 311

Approx. 149

Approx. 70

EApprox. 966

Approx. 498

Approx. 242

Approx. 117

C

Approx. 459

Approx. 234

Approx. 111

Approx. 51

D

Approx. 807

Approx. 415

Approx. 201

Approx. 96

P
3008×2000
Q
2400×1600
R
1536×1024

E

Approx. 1397

Approx. 674

Approx. 330

Approx. 161

C

Approx. 880

Approx. 453

Approx. 220

Approx. 106

D

Approx. 1397

Approx. 722

Approx. 354

Approx. 173

E

Approx. 2151 Approx. 1115

Approx. 549

Approx. 271

Compression: C (Best) = 1/3, D (Better) = 1/6, E (Good) = 1/12

White BalanceAuto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D: Daylight,
N: Neutral White, W: White), Tungsten Light, Flash, Manual

LCD Monitor

2.5 inch low-temperature wide viewing field poly-silicon TFT
color LCD with approx. 210,000 pixels (with backlight)

Playback Function

Single frame, nine-image display, zoom display (up to 12 times,
scrolling possible), rotating, slideshow, histogram, bright portion

Digital Filter

B&W, Sepia, Color, Soft, Slim, Brightness (only for processing
after shooting)

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Size

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Exposure Modee Program, b Shutter priority, c Aperture priority, a Manual, p Bulb
Picture mode I Auto Picture, = Portrait, s Landscape,q Macro, \ Moving Object, . Night Scene
Portrait, a Flash OFF
Scene mode
A Night Scene, i Surf & Snow, B Text, K Sunset,
C Kids, E Pet, D Candlelight, E Museum.

Shutter

Electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane shutter, Speed
range (1) Auto 1/4000 to 30 sec. (stepless), (2) Manual 1/4000
to 30 sec. [1/2 EV step or 1/3 EV step] (3) Bulb, Electromagnetic
release, Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position.

Lens Mount

Pentax KAF2 bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens information
contacts, K-mount with power contacts)

Lens Used

Pentax KAF2 (not power zoom compatible), KAF mount lenses, KA
mount lenses

Autofocus System

TTL phase-matching autofocus system (SAFOX VIII), AF
operational brightness range: EV 0 to 19 (at ISO 100 with f/1.4
lens), Focus lock available, Focus Mode: l (Single)/k(Continuous)/\, Adjustable AF point

Viewfinder

Penta-mirror viewfinder, Natural-Bright-Matte II focusing screen,
Field of view: 96%, Magnification 0.85× (with 50 mm f/1.4 lens at∞), Diopter: –2.5m-1 to +1.5m-1 (per meter)

Appendix

Focus information: ] is lit when in-focus and blinking whenunable to focus, b is lit=Built-in flash ready, b is blinking=Flashshould be used or incompatible lens is being used, Shutter speed,
Viewfinder Indication Confirm Sensitivity, Aperture value, e-dial enabled indicator,@=AE lock, Capacity remaining, m=Exposure compensation,
k=Continuous mode, Picture mode icon, Scene mode icon,\=Manual focus, o=ISO warning, Shake Reduction display

LCD Panel Display

b is lit=Built-in flash ready, b is blinking=Flash should be used or
incompatible lens is being used, E=Auto discharge, E>=Autoflash+Redeye reduct, 9=Single frame shooting, j=Continuous
shooting, g=Self-timer, h=Remote control shooting, ?=Battery
exhaustion warning, ]=Auto bracketing exposure (exposure setting
steps can be set to 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV), M=Center-weighted metering,
N=Spot metering, V=AF Point Select, M=Center of AF Point,
Shutter speed, Aperture value, White Balance, Capacity remaining and
m=Exposure compensation, PC (mass storage)/Pb (PictBridge)
appears when the USB cable is connected

Preview Function

Digital Preview: Composition, exposure and focus confirmation
Optical Preview: Depth of field confirmation (electronicallycontrolled and usable in all exposure modes)

Self-timer

Electronically controlled with delay time of 12 sec./2 sec. (withmirror up function). Start by pressing shutter release button.
Operation confirmation: Possible to set beep. Can be cancelled
after operation

MirrorQuick-return mirror, mirror up function (2 sec. self-timer)

Auto Bracket

Three frames (under exposed, proper exposure and overexposed)
are shot continuously with exposure bracketing. (Selectablebetween 1/2 EV and 1/3 EV for Exposure setting steps)

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Exposure Meter/
Metering Range

TTL multi (16)-segment metering, Metering range from EV 1 to
EV 21.5 at ISO 200, with 50 mm f/1.4 lens, Center-weighted andSpot metering mode can be set

EV Compensation±2.0 EV (Selectable between 1/2 EV and 1/3 EV for Exposure
setting steps)

AE Lock

Button type (timer type default: 20 sec. or continuous as long as
the shutter button is halfway pressed)

Built-in FlashP-TTL built-in flash with serial control, GN 15.6 (ISO 200/m),
Angles of coverage: 18 mm lens angle of view, Flashsynchronization speed range at 1/180 sec. and slower, Daylightsync flash, Slow-speed-sync flash, ISO range = P-TTL: 200 to 3200

External Flash Sync

Hot shoe with X-contact, which couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes,
ISO range = P-TTL: 200-3200, Automatic flash, Red-eye reduction flash
function, High-speed-sync, wireless-sync with PENTAX dedicated flash.

Custom Function

18 functions can be set
World Time settings for 70 cities (28 time zones)

Dust Removal

SP coating and CCD operations for dust removal. Can be set tooperate when the camera is turned on.

Power

Two CR-V3, four AA lithium, AA Ni-MH rechargeable, or AA
alkaline batteries

Battery Exhaustion

Battery exhaustion symbol ? is lit. (The shutter is locked andno indication appears in the viewfinder when ? starts blinking)

In/Out Port

USB/Video terminal (USB 2.0 (high speed compatible)), DC
input terminal, Cable switch terminal

Video Output Format NTSC/PAL
PictBridge

Compatible printer PictBridge-compatible printerPrint mode
Single Image, All Images, DPOF AUTOPRINT

Dimensions andWeight129.5 mm (W) × 92.5 mm (H) × 70 mm (D)570 g (body only), 645 g (with two CR-V3 and an SD Memory Card),
665 g (with four AA alkaline batteries and an SD Memory Card)

Accessories

Hot shoe cover FK, Eyecup FO, ME viewfinder cap, Body mountcover, USB Cable I-USB17, Video cable I-VC28, Software (CDROM) S-SW55, Strap O-ST53, Four AA alkaline batteries,
Operating Manual (this book) and PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/
PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch,
Russian, Korean, Chinese (Traditional / Simplified) and JapaneseSpecifications for Remote Control F (Optional)
Remote Control
Power
Dimensions
WeightInfrared remote control unit, captured about three seconds after remotecontrol shutter button is pressed or immediate capture on pressing the
button, operating distance = within approx. 5 m in front of the camera.
One lithium battery (CR1620)
22 mm (W) × 53 mm (H) × 6.5 mm (D)
7 g (including battery)6
Appendix

Time Function

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Glossary
AdobeRGB
Color space recommended by Adobe Systems, Inc. for commercial
printing. Wider range of color reproduction than sRGB. Covers most of thecolor range so colors only available when printed are not lost when editing
images on a computer. When image is opened by non-compatible
software, the colors look lighter.
AE Metering
Brightness of subject is measured to determine exposure. In this camera,
select from [Multi-segment Metering], [Center-weighted Metering] and[Spot Metering].
Aperture
The aperture increases or reduces the light beam (thickness) passing
through the lens to the CCD.

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Appendix

Auto Bracket
For automatically changing the shooting conditions. When the shutter
button is pressed, three images are shot. The first one has nocompensation, the second is underexposed and the third is over-exposed.
Bright Portion
Overexposed area in the image loses contrast and appears white.
Camera Shake (Blur)
When the camera moves while the shutter is open, the entire image
appears blurred. This occurs more often when shutter speed is low.
Prevent camera shake by raising the sensitivity, using the flash, andraising the shutter speed. Alternatively, use a tripod to stabilize thecamera. As camera shakes are mostly likely to occur when pressing the
shutter release button, use the Shake Reduction function, the self-timer,
the remote control unit, and the cable switch to prevent camera
movement.
CCD (Charge Coupled Devices)
Photography element which converts the light entering through the lens
into electric signals that create the image.

Color space
A defined range of colors from the spectrum which are used. In digital
cameras, [sRGB] is defined as the standard by Exif. In this camera,[AdobeRGB] is also used because of the richer color expression over
sRGB.

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Color TemperatureThis numerically expresses the color of the light source illuminating the
subject. This is indicated in absolute temperature, using Kelvin (K) units.
The color of light shifts to a bluish color as the color temperature rises, andto a reddish color as the color temperature falls.
DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System)
A digital camera file system standard established by the Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).
Depth of Field
Area of focus. This depends on the aperture, lens focal length, anddistance to the subject. For example, select a smaller aperture to increase
the depth of field or use a larger aperture to decrease the depth of field.

EV (Exposure Value)
Exposure value is determined by the combination of the aperture value
and the shutter speed.
EV Compensation
Process of adjusting the image brightness by changing the shutter speed
and aperture value.
Exif (Exchangeable image file format for digital still camera)
A standard digital camera file format established by the Japan Electronics
and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA).

Appendix

DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
Rules for writing information onto a card with recorded images regarding
the specific images and number of copies to be printed. Prints can easily
be made by taking images to a DPOF photo printing store.

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Focus point
Position in the viewfinder that determines focus. In this camera, selectfrom [Auto], [Select] and [Center].
HistogramA graph that shows the darkest and brightest points in an image. The
horizontal axis represents the brightness and the vertical axis represents
the number of pixels. This is useful when you wish to refer to the exposure
status of an image.
JPEG
An image compression method. The image is recorded in JPEG format
when the quality level is set to C (Best), D (Better), or E (Good).
Images recorded in JPEG format are suited for viewing on your PC or for
attaching to e-mail.

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ND (Neutral Density) Filter
A filter with many saturation levels that adjusts the brightness without
affecting the picture itself.

Appendix

Noise Reduction
Process to reduce noise (image roughness or unevenness) caused by low
shutter speed.
NTSC/PAL
These are video output formats. NTSC is mainly used in Japan, North
America, and South Korea. PAL is mainly used in Europe and in China.
Quality Level
This refers to the image compression ratio. The lower the compression,
the more detailed the image. The image becomes rougher as thecompression rate rises.

| data
Unedited image data output from the CCD. RAW data is data before being
internally processed by the camera. Camera settings at the time ofcapture, such as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation, Tone, Color Space,
Sensitivity and Sharpness can be set for each frame after shooting. In
addition, RAW data is 12 bit data that contains 16 times the information of
8 bit JPEG and TIFF data. Rich gradations are possible. Transfer RAW
data to your computer and use the provided software to create image datawith different settings, such as JPEG or TIFF.

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Recorded Pixels
Indicates the size of the image by the number of pixels. The more pixels
that compose a picture, the larger the image size.
Sensitivity
The degree of light. With a high sensitivity, images can be shot with ahigh shutter speed even in dark places, reducing camera shake.
However, images with high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise.

sRGB (standard RGB)
International standard of color space established by the IEC (International
Electrotechnical Commission). This is defined from color space for PC
monitors and is also used as the standard color space for Exif.
Vignetting
Vignetting occurs when corners of pictures are blackened because thesubject was blocked by the hood or filter or the flash was blocked.
White Balance
While shooting, color temperature is adjusted to match the light source sothat the subject appears to have correct color.

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Appendix

Shutter Speed
The length of time that the shutter is open and light strikes the CCD. The
amount of light that strikes the CCD can be changed by altering the shutter
speed.

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Symbols

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Appendix[A Rec. Mode] Menu ...104, 182[Q Playback] Menu ....104, 182[H Set-up] Menu ..........105, 183[A Custom Setting]Menu ............................106, 184
I Auto Picture ............43, 50= Portrait ...............................50s Landscape .........................50
q Macro .................................50\ Moving Object ...................50. Night Scene Portrait ..........50
a Flash OFF ..........................50
A Night Scene ......................51
i Surf & Snow .....................51
B Text ....................................51
K Sunset .............................51
C Kids ...................................51
E Pet ....................................51
D Candlelight ........................51
E Museum ............................51
Q button .......................99, 101
i button ...............................100
K button ............................99
Z button ............................101
mc button ............................99| Preview ....................152, 153

A
AC Adapter .............................28
Adding the Date .....................85
AdobeRGB ...........................123
AE lock .................................148
AE Metering .........................136
L button ..........................99
AF Mode ...............................127
AF Point ...............................128

AF360FGZ ........................... 160
AF540FGZ ........................... 160
k (Continuous mode) ..... 127
l (Single mode) ............. 127
Alkaline batteries .................... 26
Aperture ............................... 135
Aperture Priority Mode c ... 142
Auto Bracket ........................ 149
Auto Picture I ............ 43, 50
Auto Power Off ..................... 176= (Autofocus) .................... 124
Autofocus = ...................... 124
Automatic Sensitivity
Correction ............................ 121
AV Equipment ........................ 75
c (Aperture Priority)mode .................................... 142

B
B&W (Digital Filter) ................ 76
Batteries ................................. 25
Beep ..................................... 170
Bright .................................... 114
Bright Portion ............... 167, 178
Brightness (Digital Filter) ........ 76
Brightness of the LCD
Monitor ................................. 175
Built-in flash ................... 54, 154
p (Bulb) Mode ..................... 146
Bulb Mode p ........................ 146

C
Cable Switch ........................ 146
Candlelight D ........................ 51
Capture Information ......... 17, 18
Card access lamp .................. 15
CCD Cleaning ...................... 189
Center-weighted ................... 137

Cloudy (White Balance) .......118
Color (Digital Filter) ................76
Color space ..........................123
Color Temperature ...............119
Confirm Sensitivity ...............126
Continuous Autofocus ..........131
Continuous mode k .......127
Continuous Shooting ..............58
Contrast ................................117
Contrast-Control-Sync
Flash ....................................166
Correct exposure ..................134
CR-V3 ....................................26
Custom Function ..................106[A Custom Setting]Menu ............................106, 184DE
e-dial ......................................99

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F
File # .................................... 177
Filter ....................................... 76
Fireworks ............................. 146
Fix Exposure ........................ 131
Fix Focus ............................. 130
Flash .............................. 54, 154Flash (White Balance) .......... 118
Flash Compensation ............ 154
Flash Off ................................ 50
Flash OFF a ......................... 50
K (Flash pop-up)
button ..................................... 99
Fluorescent Light(White Balance) ................... 118{ button ........................ 99, 101
Fn Menu ............................... 108
Focus Indicator ............ 107, 132
Focus Lock ........................... 130
Focus mode lever .................. 99
Focusing .............................. 124
Folder Name ........................ 176
Format .................................. 169
Four-way controller(mnop) .................... 99, 101G
Guide display ................. 16, 174

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Date Adjust .............................35
Date change .........................170
Daylight (White Balance) ......118
Daylight-Sync Shooting ..........57
Default Setting ................33, 182
Delete .....................................79
Delete All Images ...................80i (Delete) button .................100
Deleting a Single Image .........79
Depth of Field .......................135
Digital Filter ............................76
Digital Preview .....................152
Diopter Adjust .........................39
Direct Printing .........................88
Display Language ................174
Display Style ........................167
DPOF AUTOPRINT ...............95
DPOF Settings .......................85
Drive Mode ...........................108
Dust Removal .......................189

Error Message ..................... 194
EV Compensation ................ 147
mc (EV Compensation/Av)
button ..................................... 99
Exposure .............................. 134
Exposure metering timer ...... 150
Exposure Mode .................... 138
Exposure
Warning ................ 141, 143, 145
External flash ....................... 160

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H
High-Speed Flash Sync
Mode ....................................162
Histogram .......................19, 178

I
Image Tone ..........................114
M button ..................99, 101
Instant Review ......................177
ISO Sensitivity ......................121
ISO Sensitivity Warning
Display .................................122

K
Kids C ...................................51

L

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Appendix

Landscape s .........................50
Language ...............................33
Last Memory ........................182
LCD Monitor ...........................16
LCD panel ..............................22
Lens ...............................37, 186
Lens unlock button ...........38, 98
Lithium batteries .....................26

M
Macro q .................................50
Main switch ....................98, 100\ (Manual focus) ..............132
Manual focus \ .................132
Manual White Balance .........119
Matte Field ...........................133
3 button .................99, 100
Menu Operation ...................102
Meter Operating Time ..........137
Mirror Up ........................67, 191
Mode dial ........................99, 110
Mode Palette ..........................52
Moving Object \ ...................50
Multiple Flashes ...................165

Multi-segment ...................... 136
Museum E ............................ 51

N
Natural ................................. 114
Night Scene A ...................... 51
Night Scene (Bulb Mode) ..... 146
Night Scene Portrait . .......... 50
Ni-MH ..................................... 26
Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries ................................. 26
Nine-Image Display ................ 71
Noise Reduction ................... 146
NTSC ................................... 175

O
4 button ...................... 99, 101
Optical Preview .................... 152
Optional Accessories ........... 192

Pe (Program) Mode .............. 139
PAL ...................................... 175
PC-F ..................................... 197
Pet E .................................... 51
PictBridge ............................... 88
Pixels ................................... 115
Playback .......................... 18, 68
Q (Playback) button ..... 99, 101[Q Playback] Menu .... 104, 182
Playback Time ....................... 27
Portrait = ............................... 50
Power ..................................... 32
Press fully .............................. 45
Press halfway ......................... 45
Preview | .................... 152, 153
Preview Display ................... 178
Preview Method ................... 153
Print All Images ...................... 93
Print Service ........................... 85
Print Single Image .................. 91

Printer connection ..................90
Program Mode e .................139
Protect ....................................83
Z (Protect) button .............101
P-TTL (Auto) ........................161
P-TTL (Flash) .......................163

Q
Quality Level ..................31, 116R

S
Saturation .............................117
H (Scene) ...........................50
SD Memory Card ...................29
Select&Delete ........................81
Self-Timer ...............................60
Sensitivity .............................121
Sepia (Digital Filter) ................76[H Set-up] Menu ..........105, 183
Shade (White Balance) ........118
Shake Reduction ....................47
Sharpness ............................117
Shutter Priority Mode b ......140
Shutter releasebutton .......................45, 98, 100
Shutter speed .......................134
Single mode l ................127
Slideshow .......................73, 168
Slim (Digital Filter) ..................76

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T
Text B .................................... 51
Transfer Mode ........................ 89
Tungsten Light(White Balance) ................... 118
TV .......................................... 75b (Shutter Priority) mode ... 140

U
USB cable .............................. 88
Using aperture ring .............. 188

V
Video cable ............................ 75
Video Output Format ............ 175
Viewfinder ........................ 20, 39
Vignetting ............................. 205

W
White Balance ...................... 118
Wireless Mode ..................... 162
World Time ........................... 171

Z
Zoom Display ......................... 70
Zoom Lens ............................. 53

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RAW .....................................116
Rear Curtain Sync Flash ......164[A Rec. Mode] Menu ...104, 182
Recorded Pixels .............31, 115Red-eye reduction ..........57, 164
Remaining image storage
capacity ..................................27
Remote Control ......................64
Reset ............................179, 180
Rotate .....................................69

Soft (Digital Filter) .................. 76
Spot Metering ....................... 137
sRGB ................................... 123
Strap ...................................... 24
Sunset K ............................. 51
Superimpose AF Area .... 21, 128
Surf & Snow i ..................... 51

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WARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide
photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects ofmaterial or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date ofpurchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced
without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment does notshow 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 fordamages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential
damages of any kind, whether caused by defective material orworkmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly agreed that the liability ofthe 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
nonauthorized PENTAX service facilities.

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Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any PENTAX which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period
should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment
or to the manufacturer. If there are no representatives of the manufacturer
in your country, send the equipment to the manufacturer, with postage
prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before theequipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs
procedures required. If the equipment is covered by warranty, repairs will
be made and parts replaced free of charge, and the equipment will be
returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the equipment is notcovered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its
representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner.
If your PENTAX was purchased outside of the country where you wish tohave it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling and servicing
fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives in thatcountry. Notwithstanding this, your PENTAX 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 yourequipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment 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 theservice station to proceed with the servicing.

211• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory
rights.
• The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors insome countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we
recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with yourproduct at the time of purchase, or contact the PENTAX distributor
in your country for more information and to receive a copy of thewarranty policy.

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The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European
Union.

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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 harmfulinterference, 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 forcompliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass 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 frequency energy and, if not installed andused 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 towhich the receiver is connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For customers in CanadaThis 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.

Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 forClass B Personal Computers and Peripherals
We:

PENTAX Imaging Company
A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc.

Located at:

600 12 th Street, Suite 300
Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A.
Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified hereincomplies 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 bewithin the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on thestatistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, 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 withthe standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name:PENTAX Digital Still Camera

Model Number: sContact person: Customer Service Manager
Date and Place: July, 2007, Colorado

Information on disposal for users
1. In the European Union
If your product is marked with this symbol, it means that usedelectrical/electronic products should not be mixed with generalhousehold waste. There exists a separate collection system forthese products.
Used electric/electronic equipment must be treated separately
and in accordance with legislation that requires proper
treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
Following the implementation by member states, privatehouseholds within the EU states may return their usedelectrical/electronic equipments to designated collection
facilities free of charge*. In some countries your local retailer
may also take back your old product free of charge if you
purchase a similar new one.
*Please contact your local authority for further details.
By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure thatthe waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery andrecycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on theenvironment and human health which could otherwise arise
due to inappropriate waste handling.
2. In other countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local
authorities 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’tpurchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listedon the home page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

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http://www.pentax.co.jp/english• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.
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