Medium Format Digital SLR Camera

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

Thank you for purchasing our PENTAX 645Z medium format digital
SLR camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in orderto get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual
safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all thecamera’s capabilities.
Lenses you can use
In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are D FA645 andFA645 lenses, and 645 lenses that have an Aperture 9 (Auto) position.
To use any other lens or accessory, see p.28 of this manual.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken with this camera 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 cases
where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personalenjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display.
Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be
used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the
Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks ofMicrosoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries.
Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the
U.S. and/or other countries.
SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Eye-Fi, the Eye-Fi logo and Eye-Fi connected are trademarks of Eye-Fi,
Inc.
This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe
Systems Incorporated.
The DNG logo is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface aretrademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the
United States and/or other countries.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image
Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help
photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions.
Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image
Matching III compliant.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson
Corporation.
AVC Patent Portfolio LicenseThis product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the
personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive
remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard(“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by aconsumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a
video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted orshall be implied for any other use.
Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
To users of this camera• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment thatgenerates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment
such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage
the stored data, or affect the camera's internal circuitry and cause
camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor is manufactured using
extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning
pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewerof the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they shouldnot. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a
Windows PC or a Macintosh.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries
used for this camera and its accessories.
There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of themonitor in this manual are different from the actual ones.

FOR USING YOUR CAMERASAFELYWe have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using
this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked
with the following symbols.

Warning

This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could
cause serious personal injuries.

CautionThis symbol indicates that ignoring this item could
cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss ofproperty.

ABOUT THE CAMERA
Warning• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas
are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise
damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There isa risk of electric shock.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other strong light sources
when taking pictures or leave the camera sitting in direct sunlightwith the lens cap off. Doing so may cause the camera tomalfunction or cause a fire.
• Do not look at the sun or other strong light sources through thelens. Doing so may lead to a loss of eyesight or cause vision to
be impaired.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange
odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC
adapter, and contact your nearest service center. Continued use
can cause a fire or electrical shock.

Caution• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a riskof low temperature burns when holding such portions for long
periods.
• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments.
Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skinor in your eyes or mouth.
• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, theuse of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In caseof any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical
attention immediately.

About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter
Warning• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively
developed for this camera, with the specified power and voltage.
Using a battery charger or AC adapter not exclusive to thiscamera, or using the exclusive battery charger or AC adapter
with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric
shock, or camera breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V
AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fireor electrical shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product orother abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using andconsult your nearest service center. Continued use can cause afire or electrical shock.
• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult yournearest service center. Continued use can cause a fire orelectrical shock.

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• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of thebattery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power plug anddiscontinue using. Continued use can cause damage to the
product, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the power plug if it should become covered with dust.
Accumulated dust may cause a fire.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL certified power
supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18
AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plugcap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other isprovided with a molded-on female connector body (with a
specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent.

Caution• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the ACplug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug
cord be damaged, consult your nearest service center.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord
while the cord is plugged in.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause anelectric shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This cancause the product to breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries otherthan the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Attempting tocharge other types of batteries may cause an explosion or
heating, or may damage the battery charger.

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

Caution• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of otherbatteries may cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may
cause an explosion or leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes
hot or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during
removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the +and - contacts of the battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This cancause an explosion or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skinor clothing, it may cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affectedareas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI90 Battery Usage:
USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- RISK OF FIRE AND BURNS.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F / 60°C)
SEE MANUAL.

Keep the Camera and its Accessories outof the Reach of Small Children
Warning• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach ofsmall children.
1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause
serious personal injuries.
2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.
3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or
memory cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep themout of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention
immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed.

Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing thatis included in the package. This will be useful if you experienceproblems abroad.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that
it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important
pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling). Contents of therecording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback ortransferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a
malfunction of your camera or recording media (memory cards),
etc.

About the Battery and Charger• To keep the battery in optimum condition, avoid storing it in a fully
charged state or in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a longtime, the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s life.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use isrecommended.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed
exclusively for the battery charger D-BC90. Do not use it withother devices.

Precautions on Carrying and Using Your
Camera• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity.
Do not leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can getvery high.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, orpressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera from vibrations ofmotorcycles, automobiles, or ships.
• The temperature range for camera use is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to
104°F).
• The monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will
return to normal at normal temperatures.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. Thisis due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on theinside and outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag
or a plastic bag, and remove it after temperatures of the cameraand surroundings are equalized.

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• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases,or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe thecamera to dry off any rain or water drops.
• Do not press on the monitor with excessive force. This could
cause it to break or malfunction.
• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket whenusing a tripod.

Cleaning Your Camera• Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner,
alcohol, and benzine.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Neveruse a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please contact your nearest service center for professional
cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years tomaintain high performance.

Storing Your Camera• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage
in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to growon the camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it ina dry and well-ventilated place.
• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed tostatic electricity or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations
where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or tocondensation.

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About SD Memory Cards• The SD Memory Card is equippedwith a write-protect switch. Setting
the switch to LOCK prevents new
data from being recorded on thecard, the stored data from being
Write-protect
deleted, and the card from being
switchformatted by the camera orcomputer.
• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card
immediately after using the camera.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while
the card is being accessed. This may cause the data to be lost or
the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact.
Keep it away from water and store away from high temperatures.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card
may be damaged and become unusable.
• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following
circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that isdeleted if
1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
2. the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity orelectrical interference.
3. the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.
4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the cardis being accessed.
• If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on thecard may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a
backup of important data on a computer.
• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards
previously used with other cameras.

• Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, orformatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase theoriginal data. Deleted data can sometimes be recovered using
commercially available software. If you are going to discard, giveaway or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that thedata on the card is completely deleted or the card itself isdestroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information.
• The data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at yourown risk.

About Eye-Fi Cards• An SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (“Eye-Fi card”)
can be used with this camera.
• Use of an access point and an Internet connection are required
for transferring images via wireless LAN. For details, refer to the
Eye-Fi website. (http://www.eye.fi)• Update your Eye-Fi card to the latest firmware before using it.
• Set [Action Mode] of [Wireless Memory Card] to [OFF], or do not
use an Eye-Fi card in a location where the use of wireless LAN
devices is restricted or prohibited, such as airplanes.
• Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the country in which the card
was purchased. Please observe all local laws governing theEye-Fi card usage.
• This camera features a function to enable/disable thecommunication function of the Eye-Fi card, however, we do notguarantee the operability of all Eye-Fi card functions.
• Refer to the Eye-Fi card manual for details on how to use thecard.
• Please contact the Eye-Fi card manufacturer regarding any
malfunctions or problems concerning Eye-Fi cards.

Provided Manuals
This camera comes with two manuals: “Operating Manual” (thisbook) and “Menu Reference”. Use these as needed.

Operating Manual
Describes the necessary preparations before use
and the basic operations of your camera. The“Operating Manual” contains pages 1 to 107.

Menu Reference
Describes the functions that can be set when F
is pressed and the product specifications. After you
read the “Operating Manual” and become familiar
with the basic operations of your camera, you cancarry the “Menu Reference” with you as a handy
reference guide. The “Menu Reference” contains
pages R1 to R57.
The following symbols indicate reference page numbers withrelated information.
y Refer to another location within the same
document.
w Refer to a location in the other document.

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Operating Manual Contents

Diopter Adjustment........................................................ 37
Attaching the Large Eyecup ............................................37

Testing Your Camera ..................................................... 38
FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ........................... 1
Care to be Taken During Handling ................................... 3

Shooting ..........................................................................38
Reviewing Images ...........................................................39

Provided Manuals ............................................................ 5

How to Change Function Settings................................ 40

1 Before Using Your Camera

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Checking the Contents of the Package........................ 10
Names and Functions of Working Parts ...................... 11
Operating Controls.......................................................... 12
Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor.................................. 14

Display Indicators .......................................................... 15
Monitor............................................................................ 15
Viewfinder ....................................................................... 22
LCD Panel ...................................................................... 23
Electronic Level .............................................................. 23

3 Shooting Functions

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Focusing ......................................................................... 44
Selecting the Focus Mode...............................................44

Exposure Setting............................................................ 47
Selecting the Metering Mode...........................................47
Setting the Sensitivity ......................................................47
Changing the Exposure Mode.........................................48
AE Lock ...........................................................................50

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Movie Recording ............................................................ 51

Attaching the Strap ........................................................ 26

White Balance................................................................. 53

Attaching a Lens ............................................................ 26

Manual White Balance ....................................................54
Color Temperature ..........................................................55

2 Getting Started

Lens Compatibility Chart................................................. 28

Using the Battery and Charger ..................................... 30
Charging the Battery....................................................... 30
Inserting/Removing the Battery ...................................... 30
Using the AC Adapter ..................................................... 32

Inserting a Memory Card ............................................... 33
Power .............................................................................. 34
Initial Settings ................................................................ 34
Language Setting............................................................ 34
Date Adjustment ............................................................. 35
Formatting a Memory Card............................................. 36

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Using the Direct Keys......................................................41
Using the Control Panel ..................................................41
Using the Menus .............................................................42

Playing Back Movies .......................................................52

Drive Mode...................................................................... 56
Continuous Shooting .......................................................56
Self-timer .........................................................................57
Remote Control ...............................................................57
Multi-exposure.................................................................58
Interval Shooting .............................................................59
Interval Composite ..........................................................60
Interval Movie Record .....................................................61
Exposure Bracketing .......................................................62
Mirror Lock-up Shooting ..................................................63

Flash Mode ..................................................................... 64
Attaching a Flash ............................................................ 64
Setting the Flash Mode................................................... 65
Flash Compatibility Chart................................................ 66

5 Using a Computer

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Connecting to a Computer ............................................ 86

Preview ........................................................................... 67

System Requirements .....................................................86
Connecting the Camera to a Computer...........................87

Setting the Preview Method............................................ 67

Using the Provided Software ........................................ 88

Custom Image ................................................................ 68

Installing the Software .....................................................88
Digital Camera Utility 5 Screen .......................................90

Saving the Settings of a Captured Image ....................... 69

4 Playback and Processing
Functions

6 Appendix
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Setting the Playback Functions.................................... 72
Displaying a Single Image............................................. 73
Deleting Images One by One ......................................... 73
Zoom Display.................................................................. 73

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Optional Accessories .................................................... 94
Error Messages .............................................................. 97
Troubleshooting............................................................. 98
Index.............................................................................. 100
WARRANTY POLICY.................................................... 105

Changing the Playback Method.................................... 74
Multi-image Display ........................................................ 74
Folder Display................................................................. 75
Calendar Filmstrip Display.............................................. 75
Slideshow ....................................................................... 76
Image Rotation ............................................................... 76

Editing and Processing Images.................................... 77
Image Copy .................................................................... 77
Resize/Cropping ............................................................. 77
Color Moiré Correction.................................................... 78
Digital Filter..................................................................... 79
Movie Edit ....................................................................... 81
RAW Development ......................................................... 82

Protecting Images .......................................................... 83
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device..................... 84

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Regarding User Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the user registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera(p.91) or on our website.
Thank you for your cooperation.

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Before Using Your Camera
Checking the Contents of the Package ..................... 10
Names and Functions of Working Parts ................... 11
Display Indicators ....................................................... 15

Checking the Contents of the Package

Before Using Your Camera

1 The following accessories are packaged with this camera.

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Check that all accessories are included before using your camera.

Hot shoe cover FK(Installed on camera)

Sync socket 2P cap(Installed on camera)

Standard eyecup(Installed on camera)

Large eyecup 645
O-EC107

Body mount cap 645(Installed on camera)

Triangular ring and protective cover(Installed on camera)

Strap
O-ST150

Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery
D-LI90Battery charger
D-BC90AC plug cord

Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW150

Operating Manual (this manual)

Menu ReferenceNames and Functions of Working Parts

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Before Using Your Camera

Hot shoe

Strap lug

Lens information contacts

Card coverLens mount index

Sync socket
Self-timer lamp/
Remote control receiver
Mirror

Tripod socket
Terminal coverLens unlock button
Image plane
indicator
LCD Panel

AF coupler
Stereomicrophones

SD2 slotSD1 slot

Diopteradjustment ring
Viewfinder

Speaker
Strap lug

USB 3.0 terminal(micro B)

Tiltable monitor
Card accesslamp

Battery cover unlock knob

Cable switch
terminal
Self-timer lamp/
Remote control receiver

Microphone
terminal
DC inputterminal

Battery
cover

HDMI terminal(Type D)
Tripod socket* The front and rear views show the camera with the Hot shoe cover FK removed.

Caution• Although the angle of the tiltable monitor can be changed (raised or lowered), the monitor cannot be moved in the left/right direction. Do not twist
or apply strong force to the movable section, or hit the viewfinder part with the monitor. Always return to its original position when not in use.
• Be sure to close the terminal cover correctly to keep out dust and moisture.

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3 EV Compensation button (J)Operating Controls

Press to change the exposure compensation value. (p.50)

4 Main switch

Before Using Your Camera

1 2 3Move to turn the power on/off or to preview. (p.34, p.67)

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5 Front e-dial (Q)Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure. (p.49)
You can change the menu category when a menu screen isdisplayed. (p.42)
In playback mode, use this to select a different image. (p.39)

6 Lens unlock button
Press to detach the lens on the camera. (p.26)

7 Metering mode switching dialb cd

Changes the metering mode. (p.47)e

8 Lock button (7)Temporarily disables e-dial and button operations to prevent
misoperation. (w p.R43)

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9 AF area button (6)

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0 Exposure Bracketing button (5)p q r

1 Shutter release button
Press to capture images. (p.38)
In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.

2 ISO button (N)Press to change the ISO sensitivity. (p.47)

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Press to change the AF point. (p.45)
Sets exposure bracketing. (p.62)

a RAW/Fx button (O)You can assign a function to this button. (w p.R20)

b Mode dial lock button
Press to allow the mode dial to be turned. (p.49)

c Mode dial
Changes the exposure mode. (p.49)

d Stills/Movie switching dial
Switches between A (Still capture) mode and C (Movie
recording) mode. (p.38)

e Rear e-dial (R)f AF mode switching dial
Switches between the autofocus modes (x/E). (p.44)

g Mirror Up dial
Enables shooting with the mirror raised up. (p.63)

h Illumination button (8)Illuminates the LCD panel. (p.23)

i AE Lock button (H)Locks the exposure value before shooting. (p.50)
In playback mode, the JPEG image that was just taken is also
saved in RAW format. (p.39)

j AF button (I)Available for adjusting focus, instead of pressing the shutter
release button halfway. (p.44)

k OK button (E)When a menu or the control panel is displayed, press this button toconfirm the selected item.

l Four-way controller (ABCD)
Displays the Drive Mode, Flash Mode, White Balance or Custom
Image setup menu. (p.41)
When a menu or the control panel is displayed, use this to movethe cursor or change the item to set.
Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display
the playback mode palette. (p.72)
When selecting the area of an image to magnify or to use as afocusing area, you can move the area diagonally by pressing two
keys at the same time.

m AF point change/Card slot switching button (c / d)Press this button to enable changing the AF point. (p.45)
In playback mode, press this button to switch between the memory
cards for playback that are inserted in the two slots, SD1 and SD2.
(p.39)

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Before Using Your Camera

Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure. (p.49)
You can change the menu tabs when a menu screen is displayed.
(p.42)
You can change the camera settings when the control panel isdisplayed. (p.41)
In playback mode, use this to magnify an image or display multiple
images at the same time. (p.73, p.74)

n Green button (M)Resets the values being adjusted.
Switches to ISO AUTO when adjusting the sensitivity. (p.47)

o Live View/REC/Delete button (K/a/L)
Displays the Live View image. (p.39)
Starts/stops recording a movie in C mode. (p.51)
In playback mode, press to delete images. (p.73)

p INFO button (G)Changes the style of the display on the monitor. (p.15, p.19)

q MENU button (F)Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is displayed toreturn to the previous screen. (p.42)

r Playback button (3)Switches to playback mode. Press the button again to switch tocapture mode. (p.39)

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3 Hold the bottom of the

Button and Dial Operations

Before Using Your Camera

You can operate both a button and e-dial, such as J and R or
5 and Q, to change the settings using either of the following
methods.
Operation

Confirming the Setting

Turn the dial while pressing the
button.

Take your finger off the button.

4 Adjust the angle.

Press the button, take your finger Press the button again or wait
off the button, and then turn the until the exposure metering timer
dial.
goes off.

Perform Step 3 and then Step 2 to retract the monitor.

Hereafter, this Operating Manual explains by using the “Turn thedial while pressing the button” operation.
For the 7 and 6 buttons, only the operation of turning R
while pressing the button is available.

• Do not twist or apply strong force to the movable section.
• Be careful not to hit the viewfinder part with the monitor.

Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor

1 Hold the camera grip withyour right hand and hold the
top of the monitor with yourleft hand.

2 Slowly lower until it stops.

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monitor and lift upward.

CautionDisplay Indicators
The various indicators appear on the monitor depending on thecamera settings and shooting conditions.

Capture Mode
With this camera, you can take pictures while looking throughthe viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor.
When using the viewfinder, you can take pictures while
checking the status screen displayed on the monitor and the
viewfinder. When not using the viewfinder, you can takepictures while viewing the Live View image displayed on themonitor.
The camera is in “standby mode” when it is ready to shoot, suchas when the status screen or Live View image is displayed.
Press G in standby mode to display the “control panel” andchange settings. (p.17) You can change the type of information
displayed in standby mode by pressing G while the control
panel is displayed. (p.18)

F 5.6

ISO AUTO Setting
Adjustment Range
100-3200

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Standby mode
(Status screen)

Control panel

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F 5.6
1 2 8Status
0 0 Screen

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Shooting Info Display
selection screen

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Live View
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Before Using Your Camera

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Exposure Mode (p.48)
AE Lock (p.50)
Mirror Up (p.63)
Copyright Information
embedded (w p.R33)
HDR Capture (w p.R16)
Metering mode (p.47)
Focus Method (p.44)
Wireless LAN status (w p.R34)
GPS positioning status(w p.R18)
Shake Reduction (p.63)
Battery level (p.31)
E-dial guide
Shutter speed
Aperture value
Sensitivity (p.47)
EV Compensation (p.50)/
Exposure Bracketing (p.62)

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17 Enable/Disable Controls(w p.R43)
18 Number of shots during Multiexposure, Interval Shootingor Interval Composite
19 180° Rotation Info (w p.R15)
20 Drive Mode (p.56)
21 White Balance (p.53)
22 AF point (p.45)
23 Custom Image (p.68)
24 Flash Mode (p.65)
25 Card slot number
26 File Format (w p.R15)
27 Image storage capacity
28 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.65)
29 White Balance fine tuning(p.53)
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Flash Mode (p.65)
Drive Mode (p.56)
White Balance (p.53)
Custom Image (p.68)
HDR Capture (w p.R16)
Copyright Information
embedded (w p.R33)
Metering mode (p.47)
GPS positioning status(w p.R18)
Shake Reduction (p.63)/
Movie SR (w p.R25)
Battery level (p.31)
Wireless LAN status (w p.R34)
Temperature warning
Enable/Disable Controls(w p.R43)
Histogram
Electronic Level (horizontaltilt) (p.23)

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17 Electronic Level (vertical tilt)(p.23)
18 EV Compensation (p.50)
19 180° Rotation Info (w p.R15)
20 Operation guide
Number of shots during Multiexposure, Interval Shootingor Interval Composite
21 AE Lock (p.50)
22 Shutter speed
23 Aperture value
24 Sensitivity (p.47)
25 EV bar scale
26 File Format (w p.R15)
27 Card slot number in use
28 Image storage capacity
29 Face detection frame (when[Contrast AF] is set to [FaceDetection]) (p.46)

Memo• In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the settings of theitems displayed on the monitor during Live View. (w p.R19)

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A mode
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Function name
Setting
Card slot number
Number of recordable still
pictures/movie recordable
time
Sensitivity (p.47)/
ISO AUTO Setting(w p.R17)
Highlight Correction(w p.R16)
Shadow Correction(w p.R16)
Distortion Correction(w p.R16)
Lateral Chromatic Aberration
Adjustment (w p.R16)
Peripheral Illumination
Correction (w p.R16)
Diffraction Correction(w p.R16)
HDR Capture (w p.R16)

13 Memory Card Options(w p.R15)
14 File Format (w p.R15)
15 JPEG Recorded Pixels andQuality Level (w p.R15)/
movie recorded pixels(w p.R24)
16 High-ISO NR (w p.R17)
17 Slow Shutter Speed NR(w p.R17)
18 AF Active Area (p.45)/
Contrast AF (w p.R18)
19 Exposure Setting (w p.R24)
20 Focus Peaking (w p.R18)
21 Framerate (w p.R24)
22 Recording Sound Level(w p.R24)
23 Movie SR (w p.R25)
24 Current date and time
25 Destination (w p.R28)

1
Before Using Your Camera

ISO AUTO Setting
Adjustment Range

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2
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4

Memo
24

25

• Items that can be selected vary depending on the current camera
setup.
• If no operations are made within 1 minute while the control panel isdisplayed, the camera will return to standby mode.
• You can change the display color of the status screen, control
panel and menu cursor in [Display Color] of [LCD Display] in the
D1 menu. (w p.R30)

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Shooting Info Display

1 You can change the type of information displayed in standby
Before Using Your Camera

mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed. Use
CD to select the type and press E.

 When shooting with the viewfinder
StatusScreen

Displays the settings for shooting with the viewfinder. (p.16)

Electronic
Level

Displays the camera angle.
A bar scale indicating thecamera angle in the horizontal
direction appears at the bottomof the screen, and a bar scale
indicating the camera angle inthe vertical direction appears on
Example:the right side. If the camera
angle cannot be detected, both Tilted 1.5° to the left (yellow)
No vertical tilt (green)ends and the center of the bar
scales flash red.
Disappears if no operations are made within 1 minute.

Display Off Nothing is displayed on the monitor.
Electronic
Compass

The current latitude, longitude, altitude, direction, andCoordinated Universal Time (UTC) are displayed. Turn thecamera off and on again to return to the status screen.
Available only when the optional GPS unit is attached to thecamera and is operating. (p.96)

 When shooting with Live View

18Standard Information
Display

The Live View image and the settings forshooting with Live View are displayed. (p.16)

No Information Display

Certain icons, such as those for the Exposure
Mode and Drive Mode, are not displayed.

Vertical Display
When the camera is held vertically, the status
screen and control panel are displayed in thevertical position. To not display images in thevertical position, set [Auto Screen Rotation] to
off in [LCD Display] of the D1 menu.
(w p.R30)

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selection screenStandard Information
Display

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

Detailed Information
Display

Detailed information on how and when the image
was taken is displayed (p.20).

Histogram Display

Captured image and brightness histogram aredisplayed (p.21).
Not available during movie playback.

RGB Histogram
Display

Captured image and RGB histogram aredisplayed (p.21).
Not available during movie playback.

1
Before Using Your Camera

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

• Press d to switch between the memory cards inserted in the twoslots, SD1 and SD2.
• The display selected in the Playback Info Display selection screen
appears in playback mode when the camera is turned off and on
again. If [Playback Info Display] is set to off in [Memory] of the A4
menu, the [Standard Information Display] always appears firstwhen the camera is turned on. (w p.R22)• You can display the grid with [Grid Display] of the B1 menu. (w p.R26)• You can set the camera so that the bright (overexposed) areas in theimage blink red with [Highlight Alert] of the B1 menu. (w p.R26)

No Information Display Only the captured image is displayed.

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1

Detailed Information Display
Still pictures

Before Using Your Camera

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1 Captured image
2 Rotation Information(w p.R41)
3 Exposure Mode (p.48)
4 Digital Filter (p.79)/
HDR Capture (w p.R16)
5 Transferred via Wireless LAN(w p.R34)
6 Protect setting (p.83)
7 Card slot number in use
8 Folder number-File number(w p.R31, w p.R33)
9 Drive Mode (p.56)
10 Flash Mode (p.65)
11 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.65)
12 Color Moiré Correction (p.78)
13 Shutter speed
14 Aperture value
15 Exposure Bracketing (p.62)
16 Sensitivity (p.47)
17 EV Compensation (p.50)
18 Focus Method (p.44)
19 Metering mode (p.47)
20 AF point (p.45)
21 White Balance (p.53)
22 White Balance fine tuning(p.53)
23 Distortion Correction(w p.R16)
24 Lateral Chromatic Aberration
Adjustment (w p.R16)
25 Peripheral Illumination
Correction (w p.R16)

26 Diffraction Correction(w p.R16)
27 Color Fringe Correction (p.82)
28 File Format (w p.R15)
29 JPEG Recorded Pixels(w p.R15)/movie recorded
pixels (w p.R24)
30 JPEG Quality (w p.R15)
31 Highlight Correction(w p.R16)
32 Shadow Correction(w p.R16)
33 Shake Reduction (p.63)/
Movie SR (w p.R25)
34 Lens focal length
35 Color Space (w p.R41)
36 Shooting date and time
37 Custom Image setting (p.68)
38 Custom Image parameters
39 Length of time of the recorded
movie
40 Volume
41 Framerate (w p.R24)
42 Altitude (w p.R18)
43 Lens direction (w p.R18)
44 Latitude (w p.R18)
45 Longitude (w p.R18)
46 Universal Coordinated Time
47 Information tampering
warning
48 Photographer (w p.R33)
49 Copyright Holder (w p.R33)

Histogram Display/RGB Histogram Display

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Brightness histogram

1 Histogram (Brightness)
2 Switch RGB histogram/
Brightness histogram
3 Protect setting
4 Card slot number in use
5 Folder number-File number
6 Save RAW Data (p.40)
7 File Format

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Shutter speed
Aperture value
Sensitivity
EV Compensation
Histogram (R)Histogram (G)Histogram (B)1
Before Using Your Camera

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

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2 3

Before Using Your Camera

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AF frame
Spot metering frame (p.47)
AF point (p.45)
EV bar scale:
Displays the exposurecompensation value or thedifference between the properand current exposure values
in L or N mode.
Displays the camera angle
when [Electronic Level] is set
to on.
5 Focus indicator
6 Shutter speed
7 Aperture value

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Viewfinder

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8

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8 Sensitivity (p.47):
Displays the difference
between the proper andcurrent exposure values in L
or N mode when [Electronic
Level] is set to on.
9 Flash:Appears when the flash isavailable.
Blinks when the flash isrecommended or is being
charged.
10 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.65)
11 SD1 file format (w p.R15)

SD1 slotSD2 file format (w p.R15)
SD2 slot
AE Lock (p.50)
Tethered shooting

17 Shake Reduction (p.63)
18 Enable/Disable Controls(w p.R43)
19 Change AF Point (p.45)
20 Metering mode (p.47)
21 ISO/ISO AUTO

 EV bar scale
Shows the difference between theproper and current exposure values in
L or N mode. If the value exceeds the range of the EV bar
scale, the “+” or “–” blinks.
 Exposure Warning
When the proper exposure cannot be
obtained with the values set in G, H,
I, J, or K mode, the values
beyond the range of automatic adjustment blink.

Memo• The AF point appears in red (Superimpose AF Area) when the
shutter release button is pressed halfway. To turn off the red lightof the superimposed AF point, set [14. Superimpose AF Area] to
off in the E2 menu. (w p.R40)• The item 16 appears when the camera is connected to a computer
using optional tethered shooting software.

LCD Panel

Memo
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13 14 15 16 17 18 19
1 White Balance (p.53)
2 Enable/Disable Controls(w p.R43)
3 Multi-exposure (p.58)
4 HDR Capture (w p.R16)
5 Drive Mode (p.56)
6 Shutter speed/Focusing area
selection mode (p.45)
7 Aperture value
8 E-dials
9 EV bar scale/Electronic Level/
EV Compensation (p.50)
10 Battery level (p.31)
11 Copyright Information
embedded (w p.R33)
12 Flash Exposure
Compensation (p.65)
13 Tethered shooting
14 Sensitivity (p.47)/Exposurecompensation value (p.50)

20 21

15 Wireless LAN connection(w p.R34)
16 GPS positioning status(w p.R18)
17 Exposure Bracketing (p.62)
18 JPEG Recorded Pixels/JPEG
Quality (w p.R15)
19 Mirror Up (p.63)
20 SD1 file format (w p.R15)/
Remaining image storage
capacity (up to [1999])
21 SD2 file format (w p.R15)/
Remaining image storage
capacity (up to [1999])/USB
Connection mode
(w p.R30)/Sensor Cleaning(w p.R37)
PcS: MSC mode
PcP: PTP mode
Cln: During sensor cleaning

Electronic Level
You can check whether the camera is tilted horizontally bydisplaying the electronic level. The electronic level can bedisplayed on the EV bar scale in the viewfinder and LCD panel,
and/or on the Live View screen.
Select whether to display the electronic level in [Electronic
Level] of the A3 menu. (w p.R19)

1
Before Using Your Camera

1• Press 8 to illuminate the LCD panel. (w p.R20)• The item 13 appears when the camera is connected to a computer
using optional tethered shooting software.

When level (at 0°)

When tilted 4.5° to the left

When held vertically and tilted 3° to the right

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MEMO

24

2

Getting Started
Attaching the Strap ..................................................... 26
Attaching a Lens ......................................................... 26
Using the Battery and Charger .................................. 30
Inserting a Memory Card ............................................ 33
Power ............................................................................ 34
Initial Settings .............................................................. 34
Diopter Adjustment ..................................................... 37
Testing Your Camera .................................................. 38
How to Change Function Settings ............................. 40

2

Attaching the Strap

Attaching a Lens

1 Pass the end of the strap

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

through the triangular ring.

Getting Started(1) and lens mount cap (2).

Hold down the lens unlock button (3)and remove the body mount cap.

3 Align the lens mount index
2 Secure the end of the strap
on the inside of the clasp.

(red dots; 4) on the camera
and the lens, and turn thelens clockwise.
Do not press the lens unlock button at
this time.
To remove the lens
Turn the lens counterclockwise while
holding down the lens unlock button.

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4 Remove the front lens cap

by pushing the top andbottom portions as indicatedin the illustration.

• When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment thatis relatively free of dirt and dust.
• Keep the body mount cap attached on the camera when a lens is
not attached.
• Be sure to attach the lens mount cap and lens cap to the lens after
removing it from the camera.
• Do not insert your fingers inside the lens mount of the camera or
touch the mirror.
• The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information
contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electricalsystem. Please contact your nearest service center for
professional cleaning.
• We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages
and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by othermanufacturers.

Getting Started

Caution2

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Lens Compatibility Chart

2

When using the D FA645 lens (for digital cameras), all of the functions of this camera are available. Lenses for our medium format
film cameras can also be used with this camera; however, the following restrictions apply. (x: Available #: Restricted ×: Not available)
Lens

A645

Accessories

FA645

Getting Started

Lens only

Function

A645/FA645

A645/FA645

67

With Rear converter A
and Auto extension tube A

With Helicoid
extension tube *1

With Adapter 645
for 67 lens

G/H/I/K mode

x

x

x

×

×

J/L mode

x

x

x

x *2

x

Program P-TTL auto flash

x

x

x

×

×

P-TTL auto flash

x

x

x

x

x

Automatic change of lighting angle when using
AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF500FTZ,
AF360FGZ, AF360FGZ II, or AF330FTZ

×

x

×

×

×

x

x

# *4

×

×

Display of aperture value in viewfinder at aperture position 9
Display of aperture guide in viewfinder at a position other than 9*3
v

×

x

×

×

×

Display of focus indicator in viewfinder in w mode *5

x *6

x

x

x *6

x *6

Metering mode switching

x

x

x

# *7

# *7

[Lens Correction] of the A1 menu

×

x

×

×

×

*1 This includes all types of helicoid extension tubes and accessories without information contacts.
*2 Stop-down metering*3 Depending on the lens, the aperture ring value and the value displayed in the viewfinder may not match.
*4 The lens aperture value is displayed when using Auto extension tube A or Rear converter A645 2×.
The display varies when using Rear converter A645 1.4× with a lens other than Ak645 300mm F4 or FAk645 300mm F4.
[Displaying the lens aperture value as is indicated on the lens]
FA645 300mm F5.6, FA645 400mm F5.6, Ak645 600mm F5.6
[Displaying the maximum effective aperture value when combined with a lens]A645 200mm F4, FA645 200mm F4, Ak645 300mm F4, FAk645 300mm F4, A645 macro 120mm F4, FA645 macro 120mm F4[Displaying the aperture value with the aperture stopped down by two stops]
FA645 150mm F2.8
*5 Available only when the lens aperture value without accessories is F5.6 or wider, or when the maximum effective aperture value combined with accessories is F5.6
or wider.
*6 When using A645 macro 120mm F4, the function may become unreliable when the magnification ratio on the lens is set to between “1” (1:1) and “2” (1:2).
D (Spot) is always selected as the focusing area selection mode.
*7 The camera uses C (Center-weighted metering) even when A (Multi-segment metering) is selected.

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Using the Lens Shutter of the LS Lens

• Interval Shooting, Exposure Bracketing, and HDR Capture are
not available.
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when Exposure
Bracketing or HDR Capture is set cancels the setting.
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when Interval Shooting is
set exits Interval Shooting.
• In Multi-exposure mode, the shutter of the lens must be charged
manually for each shot.
• An external flash cannot be used even when connected to the
hot shoe. Be sure to use the sync terminal on the lens.
• An external flash cannot be synchronized even when connectedto the sync socket on the camera.
• The flash mode setting is not applied to LS shooting.

2
Getting Started

The PENTAX 645LS lenses have a built-in leaf shutter whichallows for high speed flash synchronization.
When using a leaf shutter lens, set the shutter speed ring on thelens to LS.
Note that the following restrictions apply when using a leaf shutter
lens.
• The shutter of the lens cannot be used during Live View.
• The camera operates in L mode regardless of the exposure
mode setting on the camera.
• The difference from the proper exposure is not displayed.
• [LS] is displayed for the shutter speed.
• The proper exposure is not obtained even when M is pressed.
• EV Compensation is not available.
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when EV Compensationis set cancels EV Compensation.
• AE Lock is not available.
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when AE Lock is set
cancels AE Lock.
• Continuous Shooting, Self-timer (2 sec.), Remote Control (3sec. delay), and Remote Continuous Shooting of the drive
modes are not available.
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when Self-timer (2 sec.)
is set switches the shooting mode to Self-timer (12 sec.).
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when Remote Control (3sec. delay) or Remote Continuous Shooting is set switches
the shooting mode to Remote Control (immediate release).
• Mirror Lock-Up Shooting is not available.
• Setting the shutter speed ring to LS when the mirror is raised
lowers the mirror.
• Optical Preview is not available.
• If the shutter of the lens is charged in advance, Digital Preview
can be used. (The same applies when using the Digital
Preview to preview the image with White Balance or Custom
Image.)

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Using the Battery andChargerthe battery D-LI90 and battery charger D-BC90 exclusively
2 Usedeveloped for this camera.
Getting Started

Charging the Battery

Caution• Do not use the battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries other than
D-LI90. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.
• Replace the battery with a new one in the following cases:• If the indicator lamp blinks or does not light after the battery isinserted correctly• If the battery starts to run down more quickly even after being
charged (the battery may have reached the end of its service life)

Memo

Indicator lamp
Lithium-ion battery• The maximum charging time is approximately 390 minutes (itdepends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge ina location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C.

Inserting/Removing the Battery
CautionBattery charger

AC plug cord

1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger.
2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet.
3 Face the A mark on the battery up, and insert it
into the battery charger.

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

4 Remove the battery from the battery charger.
30• Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it
may not be removed.
• Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.
• Do not open the battery cover or remove the battery while thepower is on.
• Be careful as the camera or battery may become hot after thecamera is used continuously for a long period of time.
• Remove the battery when you will not use the camera for a longtime. The battery may leak and damage the camera if left installed
during prolonged periods of non-use. If the removed battery will not
be used for six months or longer, charge the battery for about 30
minutes before storing it, and after that, recharge the battery every
six to twelve months.
• Store the battery in a location where the temperature will remain ator below room temperature. Avoid locations with high temperatures.
• The date and time may be reset if you leave the battery out of thecamera for long periods of time. If this happens, set the current
date and time again. (w p.R28)

1 Open the battery cover.

 Battery Level Indicator
You can check the remaining battery level with the battery levelindicator on the monitor (when the monitor is in standby mode)or on the LCD panel.

Lift the battery cover unlock knob, turnit towards OPEN to unlock, and thenpull the cover open.

MonitorI (Green)

battery towards outside of
the camera, and insert thebattery until it locks into
place.
To remove the battery
Push the battery lock lever in the
direction of 3.

3 Close the battery cover.
Turn the battery cover unlock knob
towards CLOSE to lock.

Battery lock leverBattery Level
Battery is full.

J (Green)

2

Battery is one-third empty.

K (Yellow)

3

Battery is two-thirds empty.

L (Red)4 lit

M [Battery depleted] 4 blinks

Battery is almost empty.
The camera turns off after
displaying the message. (The LCD
panel indicator continues to blink.)

2
Getting Started

2 Face the A mark on the

LCD Panel
1

Memo• The battery level may not be displayed properly if the camera isused at low temperatures or when performing Continuous
Shooting for a long time.
• Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature
decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra
batteries at hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery
performance will return to normal at room temperature.
• Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, or taking a lotof pictures.
• Use the optional AC adapter kit when using the camera for a
prolonged period. (p.32)• The battery level is not displayed when using the AC adapter.

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Using the AC Adapter

2

We recommend using the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132
when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting to
the camera to a computer or AV device.

Getting Started

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

2 Align the A marks on the DC
terminal of the AC adapter
and DC input terminal of thecamera, and connect.

3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord, andplug the cord into the power outlet.
Caution• Make sure that the camera is turned off before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Make sure that connections are secure between the terminals. The
memory card or data may be corrupted if the connection to thepower supply is lost while the card is being accessed.
• The battery in the camera does not charge when connected to the
AC adapter.
• Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit before using theAC adapter.

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Inserting a Memory Card

3 Insert the card all the way

into the memory card slotwith the memory card label
facing toward the monitor.

1
2
PUSH
TO
T
EJEC

Insert a memory card into one or bothof the SD1 and SD2 slots.
To use an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard,
insert the card in the SD2 slot.
To remove the memory card
Push the card in again.
1
2

Caution

PUSH
TO
T
EJEC

2
Getting Started

The following memory cards can be used with this camera.
• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, and SDXC Memory
Card• Eye-Fi card
• Flucard compatible with this camera
In this manual, these cards are referred to as memory cards.
Ideally you should use a high-speed, large-capacity memorycard.

• A memory card must be formatted with this camera before use.
(y “Formatting a Memory Card” p.36)

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

4 Close the card cover, and slide it in the opposite
direction of 1.

direction of 1.

Caution1
2• Be sure to fully close the card cover. The camera will not turn on if
the card cover is open.
• Do not turn off the power or remove the memory card while thecard access lamp is lit.
• Use a high-speed memory card when recording movies. If the write
speed cannot keep up with the recording speed, the writing may
stop during recording.

Memo• For details on how the data is recorded when two memory cards
are inserted, refer to “Memory Card Options” (w p.R15).
• When using an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard, refer to “Wireless Memory
Card” (w p.R34).

33

Power2

1 Turn the main switch to[ON].

Getting Started

The first time the camera is turned onafter purchase, the [Language/W]
screen appears.

Memo• 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 (Auto Power Off). To
reactivate the camera after it turns off automatically, turn it on
again, or press the shutter release button or 3.
• By default, the camera is set to power off automatically after 1
minute of inactivity. You can change the setting in [Auto Power Off]of the D3 menu. (w p.R34)

Initial Settings
Language Setting
The first time the camera is turned on after purchase, the[Language/W] screen appears on the monitor. Follow theprocedure below to set the display language and the current
date and time.

1 Use ABCD to select the desired language andpress E.

The [Initial Setting] screen appears inthe selected language.

Initial Setting
EnglishNew York
Text Size

Standard
Settings complete

Cancel2 Press B.
The cursor moves to F (Hometown).
If the hometown is set as you desire, proceed to Step 7 on p.35.

3 Press D.
The [F Hometown] screen appears.

4 Use CD to select a city.

Hometown

Use R to change the region.
New York
DST
Cancel5 Press B.
The cursor moves to [DST] (daylight saving time).

34

OK

6 Use CD to select T or S and press E.

Date Adjustment

The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen.

1 On the [Date Adjustment]

7 Press B.
The cursor moves to [Text Size].

8 Press D, use AB to select[Standard] or [Large], andpress E.

Selecting [Large] increases the text
size of the selected menu items.

9 Press B to select [Settings

Initial Setting
EnglishNew York
Text Size
Settings complete
CancelOK

Initial Setting

complete] and press E.
The [Date Adjustment] screen
appears.

Standard
LargeStandard
Settings complete

CancelDate Format

mm/dd/yy 24h

Date

01/01/2014

Time

00:00
Settings complete

MENU Cancel

OK OK

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

2

The frame returns to [Date Format].

EnglishNew York
Text Size

Select [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd].

Date Adjustment

Getting Started

screen, press D and use
AB to select the dateformat.

OK

Memo• You can select from 75 cities for the hometown and destination.
(w p.R28)• In this manual, the menu screens hereafter are shown with [TextSize] set to [Standard].
• To change the Language, Hometown or Text Size settings, use theD1 menu. (w p.R28)

4 Press B and then D.
The frame moves to the month if the date format is set to [mm/dd/yy].

5 Use AB to set the month,
day and year.

Date Adjustment
Date Format

mm/dd/yy 24h

Date

01/01/2014

Time

00:00
Settings complete

MENU Cancel

OK OK

6 Set the time in the same manner.

If you select [12h] in Step 2, the camera switches between am andpm depending on the time.

7 Select [Settings complete]and press E.

The status screen is displayed and thecamera switches to standby mode.
The seconds value is set to 0 seconds
when E is pressed.

Date Adjustment
Date Format

mm/dd/yy 24hDate

05/05/2014

Time

10:00
Settings complete

Cancel

OK

35

Memo

2

• Pressing F while setting the date and time cancels the settingsand switches the camera to standby mode. The [Initial Setting]screen or the [Date Adjustment] screen will appear again the nexttime the power is turned on.
• To change the date and time, use the D1 menu. (w p.R28)

Formatting a Memory Card

A memory card must be formatted with this camera before use.

1 Press F.
The A1 menu appears.

1 2 3 4

Getting Started

Memory Card Options
Image Capture Settings
HDR Capture
Lens Correction

Exit

2 Turn Q or R to display D4 menu.
3 Use AB to select [Format]

1 2 3 4and press D.

The [Format] screen appears.

Pixel Mapping
Dust Alert
Dust Removal
Sensor Cleaning
FormatFirmware Info/Options
Exit

4 Use AB to select the

memory card slot to format
and press D.

36

D4

FormatSD1
SD2

5 Press A to select [Format]
and press E.

Formatting starts.
When formatting is completed, the D4
menu reappears.

Diopter Adjustment

FormatAll data on SD1 memory
card will be deleted

You can adjust the diopter from approximately -3.5 to +2.0 m-1.
FormatCancelOK

The camera returns to standby mode.

Caution• Do not remove the memory card while formatting. The card may bedamaged.
• Formatting deletes all data, both protected and unprotected.

Memo• When a memory card is formatted, the volume label “645Z” isassigned to the card. When this camera is connected to acomputer, the memory card is recognized as a removable disk with
the name “645Z”.

ring until the focusing
brackets on the focusing
screen are in focus whilelooking through the
viewfinder.

Turn the diopter adjustment ringclockwise for a negative value and counterclockwise for a positive
value.

2
Getting Started

6 Press F.

1 Turn the diopter adjustment

Attaching the Large Eyecup
Attach the Large Eyecup 645 O-EC107 as needed.

1 Slightly stretch the rim of thelarge eyecup and attach it on
the camera, covering overthe standard eyecup.

37Testing Your Camera
Shooting

2 Take some test pictures to ensure that the camera is functioning
Getting Started

properly.

The selected exposure mode isdisplayed on the monitor (Guide
Display).
yGuide Display settings (w p.R30)

Program
Automatic Exposure

4 View the subject through the viewfinder andpress the shutter release button.

1 Turn the camera on.
2 Turn the Stills/Movie

The captured image appears on the monitor (Instant Review).
Available operations during Instant Review

switching dial to A.

L

Deletes the image.

R

Magnifies the image.

H

Saves the RAW image (only when a JPEG image
was taken and the data remains in the buffer).

Memo• You can display the preview image on the monitor and check thedepth of field before shooting. (p.67)• You can set the operation and display settings during InstantReview in [Instant Review] of the A4 menu. (w p.R19)• You can change the settings for the in-focus beep in [Sound
Effects] of the D1 menu. (w p.R29)

3 Turn the mode dial whilepressing the mode dial lockbutton.

Mode diallock button

Dial indicator

38

Shooting with Live View

Reviewing Images

1 Press K in Step 4 on p.38.

You can play back captured images.

2 Review the captured image.

the AF frame on the monitor
and press the shutter releasebutton halfway.
1/ 2000

F2.8

1600

1234

AF frame

Available operations during Live View

K

100-0001

Getting Started

The camera enters playback modeand the most recently captured image(image with the highest file number) is
displayed on the monitor (single image
display).

2 Position the subject insideE

2

1 Press 3.

The Live View image is displayed on
the monitor.

Magnifies the image.
Use R to change the magnification (up to 16×).
Use ABCD to change the area to magnify.
Press M to return the display area to the center.
Press E to return to 1× image display.

1/ 2000

F2.8

200

0.0

Available operations
C/Q to the left

Displays the previous image.

D/Q to the right

Displays the next image.

L

Deletes the image. (p.73)

R to the rightMagnifies the image (up to 16×). (p.73)
Use ABCD to change the area to magnify.
Press M to return the display area to the center.
Press E to return to the entire image display.

R to the left

Switches to the thumbnail display (p.74).

dSwitches between the SD1 card and SD2 card.

H

Saves the RAW image (only when a JPEG
image was taken and the data remains in thebuffer).

G

Changes the type of information displayed(p.19).

Exits the Live View shooting.

Subsequent steps are the same as shooting with the viewfinder.

39

Memo

2
Getting Started

40• When Hv is displayed on the monitor, the JPEG image thatwas just taken can also be saved in RAW format (Save RAW Data).
• Refer to “Playback and Processing Functions” (p.71) for details on
playback functions.
• Use the provided software “Digital Camera Utility 5” to play backimages using a computer. (y “Using a Computer” p.85)

How to Change Function
Settings
The camera functions and their settings can be selected andchanged by using the following ways.
Direct keys

Press ABCD in standby mode.

Control panel

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

Menus

Press F.

Using the Direct Keys

WXYZ

You can use the direct keys in standby mode to directly set
functions.
Drive Mode

B

Flash Mode

p.64

C

White Balance

p.53

D

Custom Imagep.68

You can set frequently used shooting functions.
The following explains how to set [Slow Shutter Speed NR] as
an example.

p.56

1 Press G in standby mode.
The control panel appears.

The following explains how to set the flash mode as an
example.

2 Use ABCD to select the

1 Press B in standby mode.

item you want to change thesetting for.

The Flash Mode setting screen
appears.

Only items which can be set can beselected.

3 Use Q or R to change

2 Use CD to select a flash

settings.

Flash On

Press E to display the detailed setting
screen for the selected item, and press
E again to confirm the setting change.

mode.

0.0

Cancel3 Press E.

G

OK

2
Getting Started

A

Using the Control Panel

ISO AUTO Setting
Adjustment Range

12345
12345

100-3200

05/05/2014 10:30

Slow Shutter Speed NR
Auto

12345
12345

100-3200

05/05/2014 10:30

4 Press F.
The camera returns to standby mode.

The camera returns to standby mode.

41

Using the Menus

2

F

This section explains how to use the menus: [A Rec. Mode],[C Movie], [B Playback], [D Set-up] and [E Custom Setting].
The following explains how to set [Slow Shutter Speed NR] in
the A2 menu as an example.

Getting Started

1 Press F in standby mode.

and press E.

Next, set other items.
Press F to exit the menu and returnto the screen that was displayed before
selecting a menu item.

1 2 3 4

D-Range Settings
ISO AUTO Setting
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
Program LineGPS
CancelOK

CautionThe A1 menu appears on the monitor.

• Your settings may not be saved if the camera is turned off
improperly (such as by removing the battery while the camera is
on).

Memo

2 Press D or turn R to theright.

1 2 3 4

Memory Card Options
Image Capture Settings
HDR Capture
Lens Correction

Each time D is pressed, the menu willchange in the following sequence: A2,
A3, A4, C1 ...A1.
Exit
When Q is turned to the right, thecategory will change in the following sequence: A1, C1, B1,
D1, E1.

3 Use AB to select an itemand press D.

Available settings are displayed.
Any detailed settings are displayed in
the submenu.

42

4 Use AB to select an item

1 2 3 4

D-Range Settings
ISO AUTO Setting
High-ISO NR
Slow Shutter Speed NR
Program Line
GPS
Exit

• Press F to display the first tab of the proper menu for thecamera conditions at that time. To display the menu tab last
selected first, set in [23. Save Menu Location] of the E4 menu.
(w p.R41)• Settings are returned to their default values with [Reset] of the D3
menu. (w p.R35) To reset all the settings of the Custom Setting
menu (E1-5) to the defaults, use [Reset Custom Functions] of theE5 menu. (w p.R43)• Refer to “Menu Reference” for details on each menu.
• A Rec. Mode Menu w p.R15• C Movie Menu w p.R24• B Playback Menu w p.R26• D Set-up Menu w p.R28• E Custom Setting Menu w p.R39

3

Shooting Functions
Focusing ...................................................................... 44
Exposure Setting ......................................................... 47
Movie Recording ......................................................... 51
White Balance .............................................................. 53
Drive Mode ................................................................... 56
Flash Mode ................................................................... 64
Preview ......................................................................... 67
Custom Image .............................................................. 68

FocusingSelecting the Focus Mode

3

1 Switch the focus modes

between AF and MF on thelens.

1 Use the AF mode switchingdial on the camera to selecteither x or E.

Shooting Functions

The autofocus method for shooting with the viewfinder differ
from that for shooting with Live View.
TTL phase-matching autofocus:
Select from x or y.
Shooting with the
Set the focusing area using the AF points. (p.45)
viewfinder
Faster autofocus performance than contrast detection
AF is possible.
Shooting with Live Contrast detection AF:
View
Face Detection and Tracking are available. (p.46)

Memo• You can use the I button to focus on
the subject. The I button operation
can be set in [Button Customization] of
the A4 menu. (w p.R20)• You can adjust the AF focus position
with [24. AF Fine Adjustment] in theE4 menu. (w p.R42)

44

Setting the AF Mode when Shooting with
the Viewfinderx
Autofocus/
Single mode

Locks the focus at the position where the subject
is in focus.

Continuously adjusts the focus to keep the subject
in focus. The shutter can be released even if theE (y)subject is not in focus.
Autofocus/
The camera automatically tracks the subject if theContinuous mode
subject is determined to be a moving object during
focusing.

Memo• The settings for AF operations can be set in the E3 menu.
(w p.R40)

Expanded
H
Area AF (L)Sets the focusing area to the user selected point from27 points. When the subject happens to move out of
the selected focusing area after being focused, 26
peripheral points are used as back-up points.
Not available in x mode.

D Spot

Sets the focusing area to the center of the 27
points.

Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point)

1 Turn R while pressing
6.

Proceed to Step 2 when a mode other than J or D is selected.

2 Select the desired AF point.

The AF area appears on the status
screen and LCD panel.

F 5.6

1234
1234
1/ 2 5 0
3200
3
200

F 5.6

1234
1234

J

250
3200
3200
1/

Auto (27 AF Out of the 27 AF points, the camera automatically
Points)selects the optimum focusing area. (Default setting)

I Zone SelectOut of the selected 9 AF points, the camera
automatically selects the optimum focusing area.

E Select

Sets the focusing area to the user selected pointfrom 27 points.

Sets the focusing area to the user selected point from27 points. When the subject happens to move out of
Expanded
the selected focusing area after being focused, 8FArea AF (S)peripheral points are used as back-up points.
Not available in x mode.
Sets the focusing area to the user selected point from27 points. When the subject happens to move out of
ExpandedG
the selected focusing area after being focused, 24
Area AF (M)peripheral points are used as back-up points.
Not available in x mode.

Available operations
ABCD

Changes the AF point.

E

Returns the AF point to the center.

c

Switches the function of the arrow keys (ABCD) tothat for Change AF Point or the direct key operation.

3
Shooting Functions

The AF point appears in the viewfinder.

Memo• When the AF point can be changed, Q appears in the viewfinder.
• You can also set the AF point with [AF Active Area] on the control
panel.
• You will hear a beep when the function of ABCD is switched bypressing c. You can change the setting with [Sound Effects] in the
D1 menu. (w p.R29)• To enable changing the AF point (disable the direct key operation)
any time the focusing area selection mode is set to I, E, F,
G, or H, set in [26. 4-way Controller Options] of the E4 menu.
(w p.R42)• Some AF points cannot be selected depending on the lens oraccessories used. (p.28)45

2 Press c.

Setting the AF Mode during Live View
You can select an autofocus mode when shooting with Live View.

1 Turn R while pressing

3 Select the AF area.
Use the frame that appears on themonitor to change the position and sizeof the AF area.

6.

3

OK

Available operations

Shooting Functions

The screen for selecting an autofocus
mode appears.

e

F2.8

1600

1234

Tracks the subject in focus.
The shutter can be released even if the subject is notin focus.

Sets the focusing area to the desired area.
The sensor is divided into 35 areas (7 horizontal by 5
Multipleg
AF Points vertical), and you can select a wider or narrower focusingarea by using 1, 9, 15, or 21 of those 35 available areas.
h Select

Sets the focusing area by the number of pixels.

i Spot

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

Proceed to Step 2 if g or h is selected.

Changes the position of the AF area.

R

Increases/reduces the size of the AF area (when g
is selected).

M

Returns the AF area to the center.

The AF area is set.

Detects and tracks faces of people. (Default setting)Face
The main face detection frame for AF and AE is
Detection
displayed in yellow.

f Tracking

ABCD

4 Press E.

Face Detection

1/ 2000

46

The screen to set the AF area is displayed.

Caution• When f is selected, the focus lock operation (composition
adjustment with the half press of the shutter release button) does
not work.

Memo• You can also select an autofocus mode for Live View in [Contrast
AF] of [Live View] in the A3 menu or [Contrast AF] in the control
panel. (w p.R18)• When [Focus Peaking] of [Live View] in the A3 menu or [Focus
Peaking] in the control panel is set to on, the outline of the subject
in focus is emphasized and makes it easier to check the focus.
(w p.R18)

Exposure Setting
Selecting the Metering Mode

1 Turn the metering modeswitching dial.

You can set the sensitivity to [AUTO] or a value in the range
equivalent to ISO 100 to 204800 (ISO 100 to 3200 for Cmode).

1 Turn R while pressing
N.

Press M while pressing N to switch
to [AUTO].

Meters the brightness in multiple different zones ofthe sensor.
In backlit locations, this mode automatically adjusts
exposure.

A

Multisegment

B

Meters the brightness with an emphasis on thecenter of the sensor.
CenterThe sensitivity increases at the center and noweighted
automatic adjustment is performed even in backlit
conditions.

C

Spot

Meters the brightness only within a limited area at thecenter of the sensor.
Useful when the subject is small.

Memo• You can link the metering point and the AF point. Set in [5. Link AE
and AF Point] of the E1 menu. (w p.R39)

Memo

3
Shooting Functions

The set metering mode is displayed on
the status screen, Live View screen
and in the viewfinder.

Setting the Sensitivity• Set the range of automatic sensitivity adjustment with [ISO AUTO
Setting] in the A2 menu or on the control panel. (w p.R17)• You can set the sensitivity in increments of 1 EV or in accordancewith the EV Steps setting for exposure. Set from [2. Sensitivity
Steps] of the E1 menu. (w p.R39)• You can reduce noise at high sensitivity with [High-ISO NR] in the
A2 menu or on the control panel. (w p.R17)• The framerate for Continuous Shooting may slow down when thesensitivity is high.

Exposure Metering Timer
Set the exposure metering time with [3. Meter Operating Time] of
the E1 menu. (w p.R39)

47

Changing the Exposure Mode
The following are the available exposure modes.

3

Exposure Mode

FunctionG
Program Automatic
Exposure

Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture value
according to the program line.
You can use Q or R to switch between shutter priority andaperture priority.

(x: Available ×: Not available)
EV
Change Shutter
ChangeCompensation
Speed
Aperture Value

Shooting Functions

x

x

x

x

H
Sensitivity Priority
You can set the desired sensitivity.
Automatic Exposure

x

×

×

Other than
AUTO

I
Shutter Priority
You can set the desired shutter speed.
Automatic Exposure

x

x

×

x

J
Aperture Priority
You can set the desired aperture value.
Automatic Exposure

x

×

x

x

K
Shutter & Aperture
Priority Automatic
Exposure

Automatically sets the sensitivity according to the set shutter
speed and aperture value.

x

x

x

AUTO only

L
Manual Exposure

You can set exposure parameters.

x

x

x

Other than
AUTO

M
Bulb Exposure

Bulb shooting

×

×

x

Other than
AUTO

NThe shutter speed is locked at 1/125 seconds. Use this whenFlash X-sync Speed using a flash that does not automatically set the sync speed.

x

×

x

Other than
AUTO

Lets you capture images with the previously-saved exposure
mode and settings.

–

–

–

–

O/P/Q
User settings

Memo• Set the program line in [Program Line] of the A2 menu. (w p.R18)• The sync speed of N can be changed in [25. Flash Sync Speed] of the E4 menu. (w p.R42)• Save the settings to O, P, or Q in [Save USER Mode] of the A4 menu. (w p.R22)

48

ChangeSensitivity

1 Turn the mode dial while

During Live View, D appears for thevalue that can be changed.

pressing the mode dial lockbutton.

1/ 30

F4.5

100

1234

Memo

2 Use Q or R to change

Q and/or R appear on the status
screen next to the setting that is beingchanged.

1/

30
100

F 4.5

3
Shooting Functions

settings.

• The settings for exposure can be specified in increments of 1/3 EV
steps. In [1. EV Steps] of the E1 menu, you can change theadjustment steps to 1/2 EV steps. (w p.R39)• A proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter
speed and aperture value when the sensitivity is set to a certain
sensitivity value.
• In L or N mode, the difference from the proper exposure isdisplayed on the EV bar scale while the exposure is adjusted.
• In M mode, the drive mode cannot be set to Continuous Shooting,Multi-exposure+Continuous, Interval Shooting, Interval
Composite, or Exposure Bracketing.
• For each exposure mode, you can set the camera operation forwhen Q or R is turned or M is pressed. Set in [E-Dial
Programming] of the A4 menu. (w p.R20)

1234
1234

The value that can be changed isunderlined in the viewfinder.
Q and/or R appear on the LCD
panel for the value that can bechanged.

49

EV Compensation3
Shooting Functions

50

AE Lock

The compensation value can be set between -5 and +5 EV (-2and +2 EV in C mode).

AE Lock is the function that locks the exposure prior to taking
the picture.

1 Turn R while pressing J.

1 Press H.

e is displayed on the status screen,
Live View screen, LCD panel and in
the viewfinder during compensation.
Press M while pressing J to return to
0.0.

O is displayed on the status screen,
Live View screen, LCD panel and in
the viewfinder when AE Lock is set.

Memo
• The exposure remains in memory for twice the amount of the
exposure metering timer, even after you take your finger off H.
• You will hear a beep when H is pressed. You can change thesetting with [Sound Effects] in the D1 menu. (w p.R29)• When AE Lock is set in L mode, you can change the shutter
speed and aperture value while maintaining the exposure value.
• AE Lock is not available in M or N mode.
• When any of the following operations are performed, AE Lock iscanceled.
• When H is pressed again• When 3, F, or G is pressed• When the mode dial is turned• When the lens is changed• When the aperture ring of the lens with an aperture 9 positionis set to 9 or is switched to a position other than 9• When using a zoom lens whose maximum aperture varies
depending on the focal length, the shutter speed and aperture
value change depending on the zooming position while AE Lock is
engaged. However, the exposure value does not change and apicture is taken at the brightness level when AE Lock is set.
• Exposure can be locked when focus is locked. Set in [4. AE-L with
AF Locked] of the E1 menu. (w p.R39)

Movie Recording

3 Press a.
Movie recording starts.
In the upper left area of the monitor,“REC” blinks and the size of the file
being recorded is displayed.

1 Turn the Stills/Movie
switching dial to C.

4 Press a again.
Movie recording stops.

Live View is displayed.

Memo

Sound

10'30"

Recordable Time

Shooting Functions

Caution• When recording a movie with sound, the camera operation sounds
are also recorded.
• If the internal temperature of the camera becomes high during
recording, the recording may be terminated.

3• Recording can also be started or stopped by pressing the shutter
release button fully.
• You can change the movie settings in the C1 menu or from thecontrol panel. (w p.R24) When [Exposure Setting] is set to n,
p or o, you can set the exposure before shooting.
• You can record a movie continuously up to 4 GB or 25 minutes.
When the memory card is full, recording stops.

2 Focus on the subject.
In v mode, press the shutter release button halfway.

51

Using an External
Microphone3

Microphone terminal

Shooting Functions

You can connect a commerciallyavailable stereo microphone to themicrophone terminal on the camera.
Using an external microphone canalso help to reduce the possibility ofrecording camera operation sounds.
The following specifications arerecommended for external microphones.
Plug

Stereo mini plug (ϕ3.5 mm)

FormatStereo electret condenser

Power

Plug-in Power Method (operating voltage of 2.0 V orlower)

Impedance 2.2 kΩ

If the external microphone is disconnected during recording, nosound will be recorded.

Playing Back Movies

1 Display the movie to play

100-0001

back in single image displayof the playback mode.
10'00"

Available operations
A

Plays back/pauses a movie.

D

Forwards a frame (when paused).

Press and hold D

Fast-forwards playback.

C

Reverses a frame (when paused).

Press and hold C

Fast-reverses playback.

B

Stops playback.

R

Adjusts the volume (21 levels).

H

Saves the displayed frame as a JPEG file (whenpaused).

Memo• In [Movie Edit] of the playback mode palette, movies can bedivided or selected frames can be deleted. (p.81)

52

White Balance

1 Press C in standby mode.
The White Balance setting screen
appears.

The following settings are available.
SettinggguAuto White Balance (default
setting)
Multi Auto White Balance

Color Temperature
Approx. 4,000 to
8,000K

Daylight

Approx. 5,000K

i

Shade

Approx. 8,000K

j

Cloudykqrst

Approx. 6,000K
Fluorescent - Daylight Color
Fluorescent - Daylight White
Fluorescent - Cool White
Fluorescent - Warm WhiteApprox. 5,700K
Approx. 4,700K
Approx. 4,200K
Approx. 3,500K

lTungstenApprox. 2,850K

m

Flash

Approx. 5,400K

n Color Temperature EnhancementopManual White Balance 1 to 3
Color Temperature 1 to 3––
Approx. 2,500 to
10,000K

Memo• When u is set, even if various light sources are present at theshooting location, the camera automatically adjusts the whitebalance according to the light source of each area. (Not available
in C mode.)2

Select the White Balance.

3

Auto White Balance

For g, k, o and p, press B andthen use CD to select the White
Balance.
Check
CancelWB±

OK

Available operations when shooting with the viewfinder
Main switch to U

Uses Digital Preview to preview the backgroundimage with the white balance setting applied.

H

Saves the preview image (only when the image
can be saved).

Shooting FunctionshProceed to Step 5 if you do not need to fine-tune the white balance.

3 Press G.
The fine-tuning setting screen appears.
G3

A2

Check
Cancel±0

OK

Available operations
AB

Adjust: Green-Magenta

CD

Adjust: Blue-Amber

M

Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

4 Press E.
The screen of Step 2 reappears.

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5 Press E.

Saving the White Balance Settings of a
Captured Image

The camera returns to standby mode.

You can copy the white balance settings of an image captured
with this camera and save them as Manual White Balance.

Memo

3

• The settings for the white balance can be set in the E2 menu.
(w p.R40)

1 In single image display of the playback mode,

display the image with the white balance settings
you want to copy and then press B.

Manual White Balance

Shooting Functions

The playback mode palette appears.

You can save up to three manual white balance settings.

2 Select o (Save as Manual WB) and press E.

1 Select o in Step 2 on p.53 and press B.
2 Select from o1 to o3.

The save confirmation screen appears.

3 Select the “Manual” number

Manual White Balance

1, 2 or 3 to save the settings.
Use Q to select a different image.

AdjustCheck
CancelWB±

OK

3 Under the light you wish to measure the whitebalance of, select a white area as the subject, andpress the shutter release button fully.
The captured image is displayed.
[The operation could not be completed correctly] appears whenmeasuring is unsuccessful. Press E to remeasure the whitebalance.

4 Use ABCD to specify the measuring range.
5 Press E.
The White Balance setting screen reappears.

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100-0001
Saves this image's White Balancesettings as a custom selection
Save as Manual 1
Save as Manual 2
Save as Manual 3
CancelOK

4 Press E.
The white balance settings of the selected image is saved as
Manual White Balance and the camera switches to standby mode.

Caution• The fine-tuned white balance value used when shooting is not
saved.

Color Temperature
You can save up to three color temperature settings. (Thedefault setting is [5000K].)

1 Select p in Step 2 on p.53, and press B.
2 Select from p1 to p3.
3 Press G.
4 Adjust the color

3

Set the color temperature value within
the range from 2500K to 10000K.

±0

±0

Check
Cancel±0

OK

Available operations
Q

100 Kelvin units

R

1000 Kelvin units

ABCD

Fine-tunes the color temperature.

Shooting Functions

temperature.

5 Press E.

The White Balance setting screen reappears.

Memo• Select [Mired] in [13. Color Temperature Steps] of the E2 menu to
set the color temperature in mired units. The color temperature canbe changed in 20 mired units with Q, and 100 mired units with
R. However, figures are converted to and displayed in Kelvin.
(w p.R40)

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Drive Mode
You can choose from the following drive modes.
Single Frame Shooting
Normal capture mode(L)

3

Continuously takes pictures while the shutter
Continuous Shooting release button is kept pressed.
The number of pictures that can be taken(Z/b)
continuously varies according to the shutter speed.

Shooting Functions

Self-timer(O/P)

Releases the shutter about 12 seconds or 2
seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.

Remote Control(Q/R/S)

Enables shooting with remote control.
Select from [Remote Control], [Remote Control (3sec. delay)] or [Remote Continuous Shooting].

Multi-exposure(V/2/W/X)

Creates a composite picture by taking multiple
images and merging them into a single image.
Select from [Multi-exposure], [Multi-exposure+Continuous], [Self-timer+Multi-exposure] or[Remote Control+Multi-exposure].

Interval Shooting(Y)

Takes pictures at a set interval from a set time.

Interval Composite(3)

Takes still images at a set interval and merges
them into a single image.
Star and moon trails can be captured in one image.

Interval Movie
Record(Y)

Takes still images at a set interval from a set timeand saves them as a single movie file.
Available only in C mode.

Memo• Only 4 (Remote Control Off), Q or Y can be selected in C mode.
• The Drive Mode setting is saved even after the power is turned off.
If [Drive Mode] is set to off in [Memory] of the A4 menu, the setting
returns to Single Frame Shooting when the power is turned off.
(w p.R22)• When the drive mode that employs the self-timer or remote control
is selected, exposure may be affected by the light entering throughthe viewfinder. In such a case, use the AE Lock function. (p.50)

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Caution• There are restrictions on some drive modes when used in
combination with some other functions. (w p.R44)

Continuous ShootingW

1 Press A in standby mode.
The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

2 Select Z and press B.

Continuous Shooting (H)CancelOK

3 Select Z or b and press E.
The camera returns to standby mode.

Memo• When the AF mode is set to x, the focus position is locked in
the first frame.
• The framerate may slow down when the sensitivity is high.

Self-timer

W

1 Press A in standby mode.

W

1 Press A in standby mode.
The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

2 Select Q and press B.

Self-timer (12 sec.)

Cancel

3 Select O or P and press E.
The camera returns to standby mode.

4 Press the shutter release button halfway, thenfully.

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

OK

3
Remote Control

CancelOK

3 Select Q, R, or S and press E.
The camera returns to standby mode.
The self-timer lamp blinks.

Shooting Functions

2 Select O and press B.

Remote Control

4 Press the shutter release button halfway.
5 Point the remote control unit towards the remotecontrol receiver on the front or back of thecamera, and press the shutter release button on
the remote control unit.
Memo• The maximum operating distance of the remote control unit isapprox. 4 m from the front of the camera and approx. 2 m from theback of the camera.
• To adjust focus with remote control, set in [19. AF with Remote
Control] of the E3 menu. (w p.R41)• When using the Remote Control Waterproof O-RC1, the autofocus
system can be operated with the q button. The r button cannot
be used.

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Multi-exposure

W

Instant Review is displayed.

1 Press A in standby mode.

Available operations during Instant Review

The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

3
Shooting Functions

2 Select V and press B.
3 Select V, 2, W or X, and58

OK

4 Select [Composite Mode].
5

AverageCreates a composite image with the average
exposure.

6

Additive

Creates a composite image with the cumulatively
added exposure.

7

BrightCreates a composite image that combines only brightparts.

The camera returns to standby mode.

F

Saves pictures taken up to that point and displays
the A menu.

• Multi-exposure cannot be used with [HDR Capture] in the A1
menu at the same time. The mode set last is used.
• [Lens Correction] in the A1 menu is not available when Multiexposure is set.

0002 times

Cancel6 Press E.

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

CautionMulti-exposure

Composite Mode
Number of Shots

Select from 2 to 2000 shots.

L

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

press B.

5 Specify [Number of Shots].

7 Press the shutter release button to start shooting.

Interval ShootingW

1 Press A in standby mode.
The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

Interval Shooting

Interval
Number of Shots
Start Interval
Cancel00:00'02"
0002 times
Now
OK

3
Shooting Functions

2 Select Y and press B.
3 Set the shooting conditions.

IntervalMemo• A new folder is created when Interval Shooting is performed, andthe captured images are saved there. When shooting in a different
drive mode after performing Interval Shooting, a new folder will becreated again.
• The shortest interval time that can be set for [Interval] is 30
seconds when [HDR Capture] is set in the A1 menu.

Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours.

Number of Shots Select from 2 to 2000 shots.
Start Interval

Select whether to take the first picture now or at a
set time.
When [Set Time] is selected, set the time at whichto start shooting in [Start Time].

4 Press E to finish setting.
The camera returns to standby mode.

5 Press the shutter release button to start shooting.
When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. Whenset to [Set Time], shooting starts at the set time.
To cancel shooting, press F in standby mode.
After the set number of pictures are taken, the camera returns tonormal capture mode.

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Interval Composite

W

The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

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

2 Select 3 and press B.
3 Set the shooting conditions.

• When [Save Process] is set to T, a new folder is created and thecomposite image is saved there. When shooting in a different drivemode after performing Interval Composite, a new folder will becreated again.
• Mount the camera on a tripod during Interval Composite.

1 Press A in standby mode.

3

Memo

Shooting Functions

Interval Composite
Composite Mode
Save Process
Interval
Number of Shots
Start Interval

00:00'02"
0002 times
Now

CancelComposite Mode

Select from [Average], [Additive] or [Bright].
(Refer to “Multi-exposure” (p.58).)

Save Process

Select T to save the image in the process ofcomposition.

Interval

Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours.

OK

Number of Shots Select from 2 to 2000 shots.
Start Interval

Select whether to take the first picture now or at a
set time.
When [Set Time] is selected, set the time at whichto start shooting in [Start Time].

4 Press E to finish setting.
The camera returns to standby mode.

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5 Press the shutter release button to start shooting.

Interval Movie RecordW

3 Set the shooting conditions.

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

1 Turn the Stills/Movie

switching dial to C andpress A.

Recorded Pixels
Interval
Recording Time
Start Interval

2sec.
00 : 00 ' 14"
Now

CancelOK

Recorded Pixels Select from z, u, or t.
Interval

Select from 2 sec., 5 sec., 10 sec., 20 sec., 30
sec., 1min., 5 min., 10 min., 30 min., or 1hr.

Recording Time

Set the time from the start to the end of recording.
Select from 14 seconds to 99 hours. The time thatcan be set varies depending on the [Interval]
setting.

Start Interval

Select whether to take the first picture now or at a
set time.
When [Set Time] is selected, set the time at whichto start shooting in [Start Time].

4 Press E to finish setting.

3
Shooting Functions

The Drive Mode setting screen
appears.

Interval Movie Record

The camera returns to standby mode.

5 Press the shutter release button to start shooting.

2 Select Y and press B.

When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. Whenset to [Set Time], shooting starts at the set time.
Instant Review is displayed, and then the monitor turns off.
After the set number of pictures are taken, the camera returns tostandby mode.

Memo• The shortest interval time that can be set for [Interval] is 30
seconds when [HDR Capture] is set in the A1 menu.

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Exposure Bracketing

5

You can use Exposure Bracketing to take 2 (standard exposureand underexposure, or standard exposure and overexposure),
3 or 5 images with different exposure levels.
This function can be used with Continuous Shooting, Self-timer,
or Remote Control set by pressing A.

3 1 Turn Q while pressing 5
Shooting Functions

to set the number of shots.

Check the setting on the LCD panel.

Right (clockwise)
OFF→3→5→2→-2→OFF
Left (counterclockwise) OFF→-2→2→5→3→OFF

2 Turn R while pressing 5 to set the bracket
value.

EV Steps

5 images at 1.0 EV

3 Press the shutter release button fully.
Select [OFF] in Step 1 to finish shooting with Exposure Bracketing.

Memo• Set the auto bracketing order with [8. Bracketing Order] in the E2
menu. (w p.R40)• Set the EV step interval with [1. EV Steps] in the E1 menu.
(w p.R39)• Set [9. One-Push Bracketing] in the E2 menu to shoot all frameswith one press of the shutter release button. (w p.R40)• If you take your finger off the shutter release button before shootingof the set number of images is completed, the next bracket setting
will remain effective for twice the amount of the exposure meteringtime.
• You can combine Exposure Bracketing with the P-TTL auto flash
to change the flash output continuously. Confirm that the flash unit
is fully charged before shooting each frame.

CautionCompensation Value

1/3 EV±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, ±2.0

1/2 EV

±0.5, ±1.0, ±1.5, ±2.0

Press M while pressing 5 to return to [OFF] and [--].

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2 images (underexposed) at 0.3 EV• This function is not available in M mode.
• This function cannot be used with Multi-exposure, Interval
Shooting, or Interval Composite. The function set last is used.

Mirror Lock-up Shooting

CautionThis raises the mirror.
This function can be used with another drive mode set bypressing A.

1 Turn the Mirror Up dial.

The camera is ready to raise themirror.

• Mirror Lock-up Shooting is not available when shooting with Live
View. When the mirror is raised, the Live View image is not
displayed even if K is pressed.
• Turning the mode dial or adjusting the lens aperture ring when the
mirror is raised lowers the mirror.
• The image preview is not available when the mirror is raised.
• The mirror is not raised during Interval Shooting or Interval
Composite even when the Mirror Up dial is set to the “UP” position.

M.U
P

The Shake Reduction function is available when a lens with the SR
system is used in A mode. Refer to the SR-supported lensmanual for details on using the function. The Shake Reduction
function is automatically turned off when Self-timer, Remote
Control, Interval Movie Record, or Mirror Lock-up Shooting is set.
In C mode, the Shake Reduction function can be activated from
[Movie SR] of the C1 menu. (w p.R25)

Shooting Functions

Shake Reduction

3

2 Press the shutter release button fully.
The mirror is raised.

3 Press the shutter release button fully again.

The mirror returns to its original position after an image is taken.
To exit Mirror Lock-up Shooting, return the Mirror Up dial to its
original position.

Memo• The mirror automatically returns to its original position if 5 minutes
elapse after the mirror is raised or the Auto Power Off function is
activated. Depending on the shooting conditions, the mirror may
return to its original position before 5 minutes elapse.
• To disable the Mirror Up dial operation, set in [27. Mirror Up
Operation] of the E4 menu. (w p.R42)

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Flash Mode
Attaching a Flash3
Shooting Functions

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Using a Sync Cord
You can connect a sync cord to thesync socket on the camera.

Sync socket

1 Remove the hot shoe coverof the camera.

Sync socket 2P cap

2 Attach the flash and turn on the camera.
Caution• Do not use high-voltage or high-current external flashes. They may
cause the camera to malfunction.
• A flash with reversed polarity (the center of the hot shoe or syncplug has a negative symbol) cannot be used, as this may damage
the camera or flash.
• Linked functions do not work.
• To prevent vignetting caused by Trailing Curtain Sync fromoccurring, it is recommended to take a test shot using a shutter
speed one stop slower than the flash sync speed.

Memo• The flash connected to the sync socket can be discharged inModeling Flash or Test Flash mode by pressing 8. The setting can
be changed with [Illumination Button] in [Button Customization] of
the A4 menu. (w p.R20)

Caution• The contact of the sync socket is not dust-proof or water-resistant.
Attach the provided Sync socket 2P cap when not in use.

Setting the Flash ModeX

The following flash modes are available. The flash modes thatcan be set vary depending on the exposure mode.
Flash Mode
Flash On

D

Flash On+Red-eye
ReductionE

Slow-speed Sync

F

Slow-speed Sync+Red-eye

EV Steps
1/3 EV
1/2 EV

Compensation Value-2.0, -1.7, -1.3, -1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7,+1.0-2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0

Press M to reset the value to 0.0.

G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N

4 Press E.
The camera returns to standby mode.

G, H, J

1 Press B in standby mode.
The screen to set a flash mode
appears.

2 Select a flash mode.

3
Shooting Functions

C

Available Exposure Modes

The compensation value varies depending on the setting of [1. EV
Steps] (w p.R39) in the E1 menu.

Flash On

0.0

Cancel3 To compensate the flash

OK
Flash On

output, press B and thenuse R to adjust the value.
+0.7

CancelOK

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Flash Compatibility Chart
The following functions are available when using this camera with our flashes.
Flash

3
Shooting Functions

AF140C
AF080C

×

×

×

×

×

×

x

×

x

x

×

×

×

×

×

x

x

x

x

x

x

×

×

x *4

x *4

×

x *5

AF540FGZ
AF360FGZ

AF200FG
AF160FC

AF500FTZ
AF330FTZ

P-TTL auto flash

x *3

x *3

x *3

×

External auto flash

×

x

×

×

Red-eye reduction

x

x

x

×

Automatic switch of the shutter
speed to the flash sync speed
after the flash is charged

x

x

x

Setting the aperture value in G or
I modexx×AF400FTZ
AF240FT

AF200SA

AF200S
AF160
AF140

Slow-speed Sync flash

x

x

x

x

x

x *6

x *6

x

x *5

Trailing Curtain Sync flash *1

x

x

×

x *7

x *7

×

×

×

×

Contrast-control-sync flash

x

x

×

×

×

×

×

×

×

Slave flash

x

x

×

x *8

×

×

×

×

×

Flash Exposure Compensation

x

x

x

×

×

×

×

×

×

AF Assist Light

x

x

×

x

x

×

×

×

×

Discharging a flash multiple
times

x

×

×

x *8

×

×

×

×

×

High-speed sync flash
Wireless flash *2

x

×

×

×

×

×

×

×

×

*1 There is a limit to the available shutter speeds.
*2 Two or more compatible flash units are required.
*3 Available only when using A645, Ak645, FA645, FAk645, or D FA645
lenses.
*4 When the flash setting is MS or M, the aperture value changes automatically.

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AF400T
AF280T
AF200T

AF540FGZ II
AF360FGZ II

Function(x: Available ×: Not available)*5 When the flash setting is MS or M, the aperture value changes automaticallyin I mode.
*6 The aperture value changes automatically.
*7 The flash fully discharges.
*8 Unavailable for AF330FTZ.

Preview

Memo• Optical Preview is always used when Multi-exposure, Interval
Shooting, Interval Composite or Mirror Lock-up Shooting is used.
• The display settings and camera operation during Digital Preview
can be changed in [Digital Preview] of the A4 menu. (w p.R19)• The preview function can also be assigned to O. (w p.R20)
You can easily switch between Optical Preview and Digital Preview
after assigning different kinds of preview methods to the twocontrols, U of the main switch and O.

Turn the main switch to U to use thepreview function.
There are two preview methods.

For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder.
(Default setting)

Digital Preview

For checking the composition, exposure and focus on
the monitor. (The maximum display time: 60 seconds)
You can magnify or save the preview image.

Setting the Preview Method

A4

Shooting Functions

Optical Preview

3

1 Select [Button Customization] in A4 menu andpress D.

The [Button Customization] screen appears.

2 Select [Preview Dial] and press D.
The [Preview Dial] screen appears.

3 Select [Optical Preview] or [Digital Preview] andpress E.

4 Press F three times.
The camera returns to standby mode.

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Custom ImageMemo• By default, [Custom Image] is set to [Natural].

Select the desired picture style from the following modes andenjoy taking pictures with a creative finishing tone.
Image Tone

3

Parameter

The Custom Image setting screen
appears.

Saturation: -4 to +4

Shooting Functions

Bright/Natural/
Portrait/Landscape/Vibrant/RadiantHue: -4 to +4
High/Low Key Adj: -4 to +4
Contrast: -4 to +4
Sharpness: -4 to +4
Saturation: -4 to +4

Muted/
Bleach Bypass

Parameter Adj.
CancelCheck

OK

Available operations when shooting with the viewfinder
Main switch to U

Uses Digital Preview to preview the backgroundimage with the selected effect applied.

Filter Effect: None/Green/Yellow/Orange/Red/
Magenta/Blue/Cyan/Infrared Filter

H

Saves the preview image (only when the image
can be saved).

Toning: Off/Green/Yellow/Orange/Red/Magenta/
Purple/Blue/Cyan

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

Sharpness: -4 to +4

High/Low Key Adj: -4 to +4
Contrast: -4 to +4
Sharpness: -4 to +4
Cross Processing

Brighttone.

High/Low Key Adj: -4 to +4
Sharpness: -4 to +4

Monochrome

2 Select an image finishing

Toning: Off/Green/Yellow/Orange/Red/Magenta/
Purple/Blue/Cyan
Contrast: -4 to +4

Reversal Film

Random/Preset 1-3/Favorite 1-3 *1*1 The settings of a captured image can be saved with [Save Cross Processing]of the playback mode palette. (p.69)

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1 Press D in standby mode.

3 Press G.
The parameter setting screen appears.

4 Set the parameters.

Saturation
Check

CancelOK

Available operations
Selects a parameter.

CD

Adjusts the value.

Q

Switches between [Contrast], [Contrast Highlight
Adjustment] and [Contrast Shadow Adjustment].

R

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

M

Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.

5 Press E.
The screen of Step 2 reappears.

6 Press E.
The camera returns to standby mode.

The outcome of Cross Processing varies each time a picture istaken. If you take a cross processed image that you like, you
can save the Cross Processing settings used in that image sothat you can repeatedly use the same settings.

1 Press B in single image display of playbackmode.

The playback mode palette appears.

2 Select a (Save Cross Processing) and press E.
The camera searches for cross processed images starting from themost recent image taken.
[No cross processed image] appears if there are no crossprocessed images.

3 Use Q to select a crossprocessed image.

100-0001
Saves this image's Cross
Processing settings
Save as Favorite 1
Save as Favorite 2
Save as Favorite 3

Memo• When [Reversal Film] is selected and [White Balance] is set to[Auto White Balance], images are captured with an effect similar tousing a daylight film.

3
Shooting Functions

AB

Saving the Settings of a Captured
Image

CancelOK

4 Select the “Favorite” number 1, 2 or 3 to save thesettings and press E.

The settings of the selected image are saved as your “Favorite”
settings.

Memo• The saved Cross Processing settings can be loaded by selecting[Cross Processing] in Step 2 of “Custom Image” (p.68), andselecting one of the Favorite settings 1 to 3 for the parameter.

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MEMO

70

4

Playback and Processing
Functions
Setting the Playback Functions ................................. 72
Displaying a Single Image .......................................... 73
Changing the Playback Method ................................. 74
Editing and Processing Images ................................. 77
Protecting Images ....................................................... 83
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device .................. 84

Setting the Playback
Functionsc

Item

Function

Page

Movie Edit *4

Divides a movie or deletes unwanted
segments.

p.81

Copies images between memory
cards in SD1 and SD2 slots.

p.77

i Image Copy

4
Playback and Processing Functions

72

Playback functions can be set in the
playback mode palette as well as theB menu.
Press B in single image display of theplayback mode to display the playback
mode palette.
Item
S

Image Rotation

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

Function

Image Rotation Changes the rotation information of*1
images.
*1

Processes images with digital filters.

Page
p.76
p.79

T

Digital FilterhColor Moiré
Reduces color moiré in images.
Correction *1 *2

p.78

V

Resize *1 *2

Changes the number of recorded
pixels of the image.

p.77

W

Cropping *1

Crops out only the desired area of animage.

p.78

Y

Protect

Protects images from being
accidentally erased.

p.83

Z

Slideshow

Plays back images one after another.

p.76

o

Saves the white balance settings ofSave as Manual
the captured image as Manual WhiteWB *1
Balance.

p.54

aSave Cross
Processing

Saves the settings used for an image
captured in Cross Processing modeof Custom Image as your “Favorite”
settings.

p.69

bDevelops RAW images into JPEGRAW
Development *3 images and saves them as a new file.

p.82

e

OK

Eye-Fi Image
Transfer *5

Transfers selected images wirelessly
w p.R34
using an optional Eye-Fi card.

*1 Not available when a movie is displayed.
*2 Not available when a RAW image is displayed.
*3 Available only when a RAW image is saved.
*4 Available only when a movie is displayed.
*5 Available only when an Eye-Fi card is inserted in the SD2 slot.

Memo• The functions of the playback mode palette can be used only forthe images saved on the memory card that is currently being
played back. To use the functions for the images saved on theother memory card, switch to the other memory card slot with dduring single image display, then display the playback mode
palette.
• When saving images that have beenedited with functions such as [Resize],
Saves the image as a new file
you can choose whether to save theimages to the memory card in the SD1
Save to SD1
Save to SD2
or SD2 slot if both cards are available
Cancelfor recording.
OK• Refer to “Menu Reference” for details
on the B menus. (w p.R26)

Displaying a Single Image
Deleting Images One by One
Caution• Deleted images cannot be restored.
• Protected images cannot be deleted. (p.83)

Zoom Display
Images can be magnified up to 16× in playback mode.

1 Display the image to magnify in single image display.
2 Turn R to the right.
The image magnifies at each click.

100-0001

1 Display the image to delete in single image
display.

The delete confirmation appears.

Available operations
R to the rightMagnifies the image.

R to the left

Reduces the image.

ABCD

Changes the area to magnify.

E

Returns to the entire image display.

Q

Displays the previous or next image withoutchanging the magnification and the position of
the image to magnify.

G

Changes the type of information displayed.

dSwitches between the memory cards to playback without changing the magnification and theposition of the image to magnify.

3 Select [Delete] and press E.
Memo• Select the file format to delete for the images saved in RAW+
format.
• When deleting multiple images at once, refer to “Multi-image
Display” (p.74) or “Folder Display” (p.75).
• To delete all images, use [Delete All Images] in the B1 menu.
(w p.R27)

Memo• You can magnify the image by following the same procedure
during Instant Review (p.38) or Digital Preview (p.67).
• You can set the initial magnification with [Quick Zoom] in the B1
menu. (w p.R26)• When the image is magnified to the actual pixel size, z isdisplayed at the bottom right of the screen. If the Q is turned toview the next or previous image during actual pixel size display, thenext or previous image is displayed in the actual pixel size. The
magnification for the actual pixel size varies depending on thenumber of recorded pixels of the image.

4
Playback and Processing Functions

2 Press L.

x2

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Changing the Playback
MethodSelect & Delete

1 Press L in Step 1 of “Multi-image Display”.
2 Select the images to delete.
001/500

Multi-image Display

100 _ 0505

You can display 6, 12, 20, 35 or 80 thumbnail images at thesame time. (Default setting: 12 Thumbnail Display)

4

1 Turn R to the left in single

100 _ 0505

image display.

Playback and Processing Functions

The multi-image display screen
appears.

Available operations
ABCD

Moves the selection frame.

Q

Shows the next/previous page.

d

Switches between the SD1 card and SD2 card.

G

Shows the display
style selection screen.

100 _ 0505

ABCD

Moves the selection frame.

E

Confirms/cancels the selection of the image todelete.

J

Selects the range of images to delete.

R

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

In the upper left area of the monitor, the number of selected images
is displayed.

3 Press L.

The delete confirmation screen appears.

12 Thumbnail Display

4 Select [Delete] and press E.
Memo

L

Deletes the selected images.

2 Press E.
The selected image appears in single image display.

Memo• Icons such as U are not displayed on the thumbnail images when
[80 Thumbnail Display] is selected.

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Available operations• You can select up to 500 images at a time.
• Protected images cannot be selected.
• You can delete the images selected individually along with theimages selected by specifying the range to delete.
• Use the same steps to select multiple images for the following
functions.
• Image Copy (p.77)• RAW Development (p.82)• Protect (p.83)• Eye-Fi Image Transfer (w p.R34)

Folder Display

Memo• Refer to “Menu Reference” for details on folder names. (w p.R31)

Images are grouped and displayed by folder in which they are
saved.

1 Turn R to the left in Step 1 of “Multi-image

Calendar Filmstrip Display
Images are grouped and displayed by shooting date.

Display”.

1 Press G in Step 1 of “Multi-image Display”.

Up to eight folders are displayed at once.

2 Select a folder.

100PENTX
100

101

102

103

104

105

106

107

The display style selection screen appears.

2 Select [Calendar Filmstrip
Display].

Images are displayed by shooting
date.

Available operations

100–0505

2/5

ABCD

Moves the selection frame.

E

Displays the images in the folder on the multi-image
display screen.

Available operations

L

Deletes the folder and all the images in it.

AB

Selects a shooting date.

CD

Selects an image taken on the selected shooting
date.

R to the right

Displays the selected image in single image
display.
(R to the left: Returns to displaying images byshooting date.)

L

Deletes the selected image.

Deleting a Folder

1 Select a folder to delete in Step 1 of “Folder
Display” and press L.

The delete confirmation screen appears.

2 Select [Delete] and press E.

Shooting date Thumbnail

4
Playback and Processing Functions

123

2014.51
10
19
23
2014.6
SUN1
THU 12
TUE 24
THU
SAT
MON
FRI

3 Press E.
The selected image appears in single image display.

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

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Slideshow

Image Rotation

You can play back all images saved on a memory card
successively.

1 Select Z in the playback mode palette.
The start screen is displayed andslideshow starts.

Start

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Playback and Processing Functions

Available operations
E

Pauses/resumes playback.

CD

Displays the next or previous image.

B

Stops playback.

R

Adjusts the volume of the movie.

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

Memo• You can change the display settings for slideshow in [Slideshow]of the B1 menu. Slideshow can also be started from the
Slideshow setting screen. (w p.R26)

Image rotation information is saved according to the orientationof the camera when the image was shot. When [Auto Image
Rotation] in the B1 menu is set to on (default setting), theimage is automatically rotated based on the rotation information
during playback.
The rotation information of an image can be changed byfollowing the procedure below.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display.
2 Select S in the playback mode palette.
The selected image is rotated in 90° increments and the fourthumbnail images are displayed.

3 Select the desired rotation
direction and press E.

The image rotation information issaved.
MENU Cancel

OK

Caution• When [22. Save Rotation Info] is set to off in the E4 menu, image
rotation information is not saved when shooting. (w p.R41)• You cannot change the rotation information in the following cases.
• Protected images• Images without a rotation information tag• When [Auto Image Rotation] is set to off in the B1 menu
(w p.R26)• Movie files cannot be rotated.

Memo• For images captured with [180° Rotation Info] in [Image Capture
Settings] of the A1 menu set to on, the orientation of the camera
when the image was taken is rotated 180° and saved as therotation information. (w p.R15)

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Editing and Processing
ImagesImage Copy
Copies images between memory cards in SD1 and SD2 slots.

1 Select an image saved on the memory card fromwhich the images have to be copied, and display
it in single image display.

press E.

4 Select the image(s) or folder to copy.
Refer to Step 2 of “Select & Delete” (p.74) for how to select theimage(s) or a folder.

5 Press G.
The save confirmation screen appears.

6 Select the location to save the image(s) or folder
and press E.
Memo• A new folder is created at the selected location to save the copied
image(s).

Caution• Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized or
cropped. TIFF images and movies cannot be resized or cropped.
RAW images cannot be resized.
• Images already resized or cropped to the minimum file size cannot
be processed.

ResizeChanges the number of recorded pixels of the selected image,and saves it as a new file.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display.
2 Select V in the playback mode palette.
The screen to select the number of recorded pixels appears.

3 Use CD to select the

number of recorded pixels.
You can select an image size smaller
than that of the original image.
CancelOK

4 Press E.

4Playback and Processing Functions

2 Select i in the playback mode palette.
3 Select [Select image(s)] or [Select a folder] andResize/Cropping

The save confirmation screen appears.

5 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press
E.

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CroppingColor Moiré Correction

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

1 Display the image to edit in single image display.
2 Select W in the playback mode palette.
The cropping frame to specify the size and position of the area tocrop appears on the screen.

the size and position
4 3 Specifyof the area to crop by using
Playback and Processing Functions

the cropping frame.

1 Display the image to edit in single image display.
2 Select h in the playback mode palette.
If the image cannot be edited, [This image cannot be processed]
appears.

3 Use CD to select the leveland press E.

The save confirmation screen appears.

CancelAvailable operations
R

Changes the size of the cropping frame.

ABCD

Moves the cropping frame.

G

Changes the aspect ratio or Image Rotation setting.

M

Rotates the cropping frame (only when possible).

4 Press E.
The save confirmation screen appears.

5 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press
E.

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Reduces color moiré in images.

OK

4 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press
E.

Caution• The Color Moiré Correction function can be used only for the JPEG
images captured with this camera. RAW/TIFF images and movies
cannot be corrected.

Filter Name

Digital Filter
You can process captured images with digital filters.
The following filters are available.
Filter Name

EffectParameter
Brightness: -8 to +8

Base
Parameter
Adj

Saturation: -3 to +3
Adjusts the parameters
to create the desired
Hue: -3 to +3
image.
Contrast: -3 to +3

SketchCreates an image thatlooks as though it was
drawn with a pencil.

Contrast: Low/Medium/High

Creates an image that
Water Color looks as though it waspainted.

Intensity: Low/Medium/High

Extracts one or two
Extractable Range of Color 1: 1 to 5
specific colors andmakes the rest of theExtracted Color 2: OFF/Red/
image black and white. Magenta/Blue/Cyan/Green/Yellow
Extractable Range of Color 2: 1 to 5

Toy
CameraShading Level: Low/Medium/High
Creates an image thatlooks as though it was Blur: Low/Medium/Highshot with a toy camera.
Tone Break: Red/Green/Blue/Yellow
Creates an image withthe look of an old photo. Frame Composite: None/Thin/
Medium/ThickHigh
Contrast

Enhances the contrast
1 to 5in the image.

Shading

Creates an image with Shading Type: 4 types
darkened edges.
Shading Level: -3 to +3

Invert Color Inverts image colors.

Creates an image thatlooks as though it was
drawn with a crayon.

Posterization

Lessens the tone of theimage to create an image
1 to 5that looks as though it was
hand-drawn.

Miniature

Blurs a part of theimage to create asimulated miniaturescene.

Soft

Creates an image with Soft Focus: Low/Medium/Higha soft focus throughout
Shadow Blur: OFF/ON
the image.

Starburst

Creates an image with Effect Density: Small/Medium/Largea special sparkling lookby adding extra glitter Size: Small/Medium/Largeto the highlights of night
scenes or lights
Angle: 0°/30°/45°/60°
reflected on water.

Fish-eyeCreates an image thatlooks as though it was Low/Medium/Highshot with a fish-eye lens.

Unicolor
Bold

Slim

Changes the horizontal
and vertical ratio of the -8 to +8
image.

Low/Medium/High

In-Focus Plane: -3 to +3
In-Focus Width: Narrow/Middle/Wide
In-Focus Plane Angle: Horizon/
Vertical/Positive Slope/Negative Slope
Blur: Low/Medium/High

OFF/ON

Extracts a specific color
Red/Magenta/Blue/Cyan/Green/and makes the rest of the
Yellow
image black and white.

Saturation: OFF/Low/Medium/High

PastelToning: B3 to A3

Retro

Scratch Effect: OFF/ON

4
Playback and Processing Functions

Extract
Color

Parameter

Creates an image with
Low/Medium/Higha unique contrast.

Sharpness: -3 to +3
Extracted Color 1: Red/Magenta/
Blue/Cyan/Green/Yellow

EffectTone
Expansion

Creates a monochrome
Boldimage and emphasizes Low/Medium/High
Monochromethe contrast.

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

Caution• Only JPEG and RAW images captured with this camera can beedited with the digital filters. TIFF images cannot be edited.

The screen to select a filter appears.

3 Select a filter.
Use Q to select a different image.

Memo
100-0001
Base Parameter Adj

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

Recreating Filter Effects
Parameter Adj.
Stop

4 4 Press G.

OK

Playback and Processing Functions

5 Set the parameters.

Brightness

CancelSelects a parameter.
Adjusts the value.

display.

2 Select T in the playback mode palette.
3 Select [Recreating filter
OK

Available operations
CD

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

1 Display a filter-processed image in single image

The parameter setting screen appears.

AB• You can apply up to 20 filters to the same image.

6 Press E.
The save confirmation screen appears.

7 Select [Apply additional filter(s)], [Save to SD1] or

effects] and press E.

4 To check the parameterOK

100-0001
Reapplies following digital filter
effects from previous image

details, press G.

Press G again to return to theprevious screen.

5 Press E.
The image selection screen appears.

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Recreating filter effects
Searching for the original image
MENU[Save to SD2], and press E.

Select [Apply additional filter(s)] when you want to apply additional
filters to the same image. The screen of Step 3 reappears.

Applying the digital filter

The filter effects used for the selected
image appear.

1.
2.
3.
4.

5.
6.
7.
8.

9.
13.
10.
14. - 11.
15. - 12.
16.-- 16.
Details

17. - 18. - 19. - 20. - OK

6 Use Q to select an image
for applying the same filter
effects.

100-0001
Performs digital filter
processing to this image

You can only select an image saved in
the same memory card that has notbeen processed with a filter.

OK

7 Press E.
The save confirmation screen appears.

8 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press
E.

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

3 Select the point where youwant to divide the movie.

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

00 ' 00"
10 ' 00"

Stop

OK

Available operations
A

Plays back/pauses a movie.

D

Forwards a frame (when paused).

Press and hold D

Fast-forwards playback.

C

Reverses a frame (when paused).

Press and hold C

Fast-reverses playback.

R

Adjusts the volume.

G

Confirms/cancels a dividing point.

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

4 Press L.

The screen to select segments to delete is displayed.

5 Use CD to move theselection frame and press
E.
The segments to delete are specified.
(Multiple segments can be deleted atonce.)
Press E again to cancel the selection.

4
Playback and Processing Functions

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

Movie Edit

00 ' 05"
10 ' 00"
Select segments for deletion
MENU

OK

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6 Press F.

The screen of Step 3 reappears.

7 Press E.

The save confirmation screen appears.

8 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press

4 Press G.
The screen for selecting the parameter setting method appears.

5 Select the parameter setting

001/500

100 _ 0505

method and press E.

Develop images as shot
Develop images withmodified settings

E.

OK

Memo

4
Playback and Processing Functions• Select dividing points in chronological order from the beginning of
the movie. When canceling the selected dividing points, cancel eachof them in reverse order (from the end of the movie to the beginning).
In an order other than specified, you can neither select dividing
points nor cancel the selections of the dividing points.

RAW Development
You can develop RAW images into JPEG or TIFF format.

1 Select b in the playback mode palette.

Developimages withmodifiedsettings

Allows you to change Image Capture Settings (FileFormat, Aspect Ratio, JPEG Recorded Pixels, JPEG
Quality, Color Space), Lens Correction (Distortion
Correction, Lat-Chromatic-Ab Adj, Peripheral Illumin.
Corr., Diffraction Correction, Color Fringe Correction),
White Balance, Custom Image, Digital Filter, HDR,
Sensitivity, High-ISO NR, and Shadow Correction.

6 Set the parameters.

100-0001
Image Capture Settings

The screen for selecting a RAW image processing option appears.

2 Select the desired option and press E.
Select single image

Develops an image.

Select multiple images

Develops up to 500 images with the samesettings.

Available operations
AB

Selects a parameter.

Select a folder

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

CD

Adjusts the value.

Q

Selects a different image (when in single image
display).

When [Select single image] is selected, proceed to Step 6.
The image/folder selection screen appears.

3 Select the image(s) or a folder.
Refer to Step 2 of “Select & Delete” (p.74) for how to select theimage(s) or a folder.

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Develop
Allows you to change File Format, JPEG Recorded
images as shot Pixels, and JPEG Quality.

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

7 Press E.

Protecting Images

The save confirmation screen appears.

8 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press
E.

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

Caution• Only RAW images captured with this camera can be developed. Images
captured with other cameras cannot be processed on this camera.

• You cannot save the background image or use Digital Preview
while setting the Custom Image or White Balance parameters.
• When the White Balance parameter is set to [Manual White
Balance], press G to display the fine-tuning screen.
• The Digital Filter parameter cannot be applied to RAW images
captured when [HDR Capture] of the A1 menu is set.
• When [Select multiple images] or [Select a folder] is selected in
Step 2, a folder with a new number is created, and the JPEG
images are stored in it.
• With the provided software “Digital Camera Utility 5”, you candevelop RAW files on a computer. (p.88)

Caution• Even protected images are deleted if the inserted memory card isformatted.

1 Select Y in the playback mode palette.

4

The screen for selecting the unit for processing appears.

2 Select [Select image(s)] or[Select a folder] and press
E.

Select image(s)Select a folder

OK

3 Select the image(s) or a folder.
Refer to Step 2 of “Select & Delete” (p.74) for how to select theimage(s) or a folder.
Proceed to Step 5 if [Select a folder] is selected.

4 Press G.
The confirmation screen appears.

5 Select [Protect] and press E.
To remove protection from the image, select [Unprotect].

Playback and Processing Functions

Memo

You can protect images from being accidentally deleted.

Memo• To protect all images stored in the memory card, select [Protect All
Images] of the B1 menu. (w p.R26)

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Connecting the Camera to
an AV Device
Connect to an AV device, such as a TV, equipped with an HDMI
terminal to display Live View images while shooting or to playback images in playback mode.
Make sure to have a commercially available HDMI cableequipped with an HDMI terminal (type D).

4 1 Turn the AV device and camera off.
Playback and Processing Functions

2 Open the terminal cover of the camera, andconnect the HDMI cable to the HDMI terminal.

3 Connect the HDMI cable to the input terminal on
the AV device.

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

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

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Memo
• Check the operating manual of the AV device and select a suitable
input terminal for connecting the camera.
• If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, useof the optional AC adapter kit is recommended.
• By default, the maximum resolution supported by both the AV
device and camera is automatically selected. If it fails to play backimages properly, change the setting in [HDMI Out] of the D2
menu. (w p.R30)

5

Using a Computer
Connecting to a Computer ......................................... 86
Using the Provided Software ..................................... 88

Connecting to a Computer
The captured images can be transferred to a computer by
connecting the camera using a USB cable and can be managed
using the provided software.

System Requirements
We recommend the following system requirements to connect
the camera to a computer or to use the provided software“Digital Camera Utility 5”.

5 Windows
Using a Computer

OS

Windows 8.1 (32 bit/64 bit) / Windows 8 (32 bit/64 bit) /Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit) / Windows Vista (32 bit/64 bit)

CPUIntel Core 2 Quad or higherRAM

4 GB or more

HDD

Program installation and start-up: 100 MB or moreSpace taken up on HDD (per file):[JPEG] Approximately 25 MB[TIFF] Approximately 150 MB[RAW] Approximately 70 MB

Monitor 1280×1024 pixels, 24 bit full-color or higher

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MacintoshOS

Mac OS X 10.9 / 10.8 / 10.7 / 10.6

CPUIntel Core 2 Quad or higherRAM

4 GB or more

HDD

Program installation and start-up: 100 MB or moreSpace taken up on HDD (per file):[JPEG] Approximately 25 MB[TIFF] Approximately 150 MB[RAW] Approximately 70 MB

Monitor 1280×1024 pixels, 24 bit full-color or higher

Memo• QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to acomputer. You can download it from the following site:
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/

Connecting the Camera to a Computer
Connect the camera to a computer using an USB cable.
Make sure to have a commercially available USB cableequipped with a micro B terminal.

1 Turn the computer on.
2 Turn the camera off.
3 Open the terminal cover of the camera, andconnect the USB cable to the USB terminal.
USB 2.0

USB 3.0

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

Memo

USB Terminal

4 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of thecomputer.

5 Turn the camera on.

The micro B terminal supports both USB 3.0 cables and USB 2.0
cables. Both types can be used with this camera. If the hostcontroller of the device to be connected to the camera supports
USB 3.0, the use of a USB 3.0 cable makes the data transfer
process faster.

5
Using a Computer• When connected to a computer, use of the optional AC adapter kit
is recommended.
• The USB connection mode when connecting the camera to acomputer can be set in [USB Connection] of the D2 menu.
(w p.R30) Normally, you do not need to change the default
setting ([MSC]).
• A memory card with a built-in wireless LAN “Eye-Fi card” (Wi-Fi
transmission) or a “Flucard” compatible with this camera can beused. By using these cards, images can be transferred from thecamera to a computer or other device via wireless LAN.
(w p.R34)

The camera is recognized as a removable disk.
If the “645Z” dialog appears, select [Open folder to view files].

6 Save the captured images to the computer.
7 Disconnect the camera from the computer.
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Using the Provided
Software“Digital Camera Utility 5” is included on the provided CD-ROM(S-SW150). Using the Digital Camera Utility 5, you can manage
images saved on a computer, develop RAW images taken withthis camera and adjust the color of them.

For Windows 7

1 Turn the computer on.
Shut down other software running.

2 Place the CD-ROM (S-SW150) into the opticaldrive.

The [Software Install] screen appears.
If the [Software Install] screen does not appear:5

 Compatible file formats.jpg (JPEG), .tif (TIFF), .pef (RAW files in our original format),.dng (RAW files in DNG format)

Using a Computer

Installing the Software
You can install the software from the provided CD-ROM.

Memo• When multiple accounts have been setup on the computer, log on with anaccount that has administrative rights before installing the software.
• The installation procedure varies depending on your operating
environment. Refer to the following to install the software.

1 Click [Computer] from the Start menu.
2 Double-click the optical drive (S-SW150) icon.
3 Double-click [Setup.exe].

3 Click [32bit] or [64bit].
Select according to the operating
environment.
The screen to select a desired
language appears.

4 Select the desired language and click [OK].
The [InstallShield Wizard] screen appears in the selectedlanguage.

5 Click [Next].
Follow the instructions on the screen to perform subsequent steps.

88For Mac OS

1 Turn the Macintosh on.
Shut down other software running.

2 Place the CD-ROM (S-SW150) into the opticaldrive.

The CD-ROM icon appears on the desktop.
If the CD-ROM icon does not appear:

1 Select [Preferences] in the [Finder] menu.
2 Tick the [CDs, DVDs, and iPods] check box on the[General] tab.

5].

Follow the instructions on the screen
to perform subsequent steps.

5
Using a Computer

3 Double-click the CD-ROM (S-SW150) icon.
4 Double-click the [Software Installer] icon.
5 Click [Digital Camera Utility89 Laboratory Mode
The control panel for adjusting the image appears here.

Digital Camera Utility 5 Screen
When Digital Camera Utility 5 is launched, the following screen
appears.

1
2

Memo• The screenshots used in this explanation are for Windows.

 Browser Mode
You can perform the file management functions such as
viewing and managing the images.

4

5 12

4

Using a Computer

7
8

3
5
4
4
6
8

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1 Menu Bar
You can execute a function and change various settings here.
For Macintosh, the Menu bar appears at the top of the desktop.

2 Tool Bar
Frequently used functions are provided as Tool bar buttons.

3 Navigation Panel
This panel is only displayed in Browser mode. There are “Folders”,“Favorites”, “Checkmark 1”, “Checkmark 2”, and “Checkmark 3”
panels.

4 Control Panel
The shooting information and settings of the selected image
appear in this panel.
The control panel display varies depending on the mode.

5 Image View Page

Refer to the Help menu for details on using the Digital Camera
Utility 5 program.

1 Click the

button on the Tool bar.

Or, select [Digital Camera Utility 5 Help] from the [Help] menu.

Regarding User Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the user
registration.

1 Click [User Registration] on the [Software Install]screen.
A world map for Internet User
Registration is displayed.

6 List of images in the current folder
The list of images in the selected folder appears here.

7 List of candidate images for editing
The list of images that can be edited appears here.

8 Status Bar
Information on the selected item appears.

2 If your computer is connected to the Internet, click the5
Using a Computer

The image selected from the image list is displayed.
When multiple image display pages are open, the images can bearranged left to right or up and down by dragging the tab. For
Macintosh, select [Align images vertically] or [Align images
horizontally] in the [Window] menu.

Viewing the Help Menu

displayed country or area and then follow the
instructions to register your software.
Note that you can only register online if your country or area isshown.

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MEMO

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Appendix
Optional Accessories .................................................. 94
Error Messages ........................................................... 97
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 98
Index ........................................................................... 100
WARRANTY POLICY ................................................. 105

Optional Accessories
Several accessories are provided for use with this camera.
Please contact our service center for details regarding theaccessories.
Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those
supplied with the camera.

Power Supply Accessories
Battery Charger kit K-BC90 (*)(Kit includes Battery charger D-BC90 and AC plug cord.)
Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90 (*)

Flash Accessories
Auto Flash AF540FGZ II
Auto Flash AF360FGZ IIThe AF540FGZ II and
AF360FGZ II are P-TTL auto
flash units with a maximum guidenumber of approximately 54 and36 (both ISO 100/m),
respectively. Their features
include slave-sync flash,contrast-control-sync flash, highspeed sync flash, wireless flash,slow-speed sync and trailingcurtain sync flash.

Adapter Kit K-AC132
6 AC(Kit includes AC adapter D-AC120 and AC plug cord.)
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Lets you power this camera from an AC outlet.

AF540FGZ II

AF360FGZ II

Auto Flash AF200FG
The AF200FG is a P-TTL auto
flash unit with a maximum guidenumber of approximately 20 (ISO
100/m).
It features contrast-control-sync
flash and slow-speed sync flash
when combined with the
AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II,
AF360FGZ or AF360FGZ II unit.

AF200FG

Auto Macro Flash AF160FC
The AF160FC is a flash systemespecially designed for macro
photography to take close,shadowless pictures of small
objects. It is compatible withexisting TTL auto flash functions
and can be used with a wide
range of PENTAX cameras byusing the provided adapter rings.

Interchangeable Focusing Screen
AF Framed Matte DF-80 (*)

AF160FC

AF Cross-Lined Matte DG-80

Hot Shoe Adapter FG
Extension Cord F5P
AF Golden Section Matte DK-80

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Hot Shoe Adapter FG

Cable Switch CS-205
Off-camera Shoe Adapter F

For Viewfinder
Large Eyecup 645 O-EC107 (*)

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Off-camera Shoe Adapter F
Use the adapters and cords touse the external flash away fromthe camera.

Connect to the cable switch
terminal and operate the camera
shutter release button. The cord
length is 0.5 m.

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Remote Control
Used for remote control shooting.
Operating distance for remote control
From the front of camera: approx. 4 m
From the back of camera: approx. 2 m
Remote Control F

Strap
Camera Strap O-ST150 (*)

Other Accessories
Body Mount Cap 645 (*)
Hot Shoe Cover FK (*)
Sync Socket 2P Cap (*)
Imagesensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1

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Remote Control Waterproof
O-RC1

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GPS Unit O-GPS1
By attaching the O-GPS1 to the hot
shoe, the latitude, longitude,
altitude, direction, and Coordinated
Universal Time (UTC) can berecorded in the image file.
The Electronic Compass can beused with this camera. (w p.R18)

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FLUCARD O-FC1
This SD memory card has a built-in
wireless LAN (Wi-Fi transmission)function. Connect with acommunication terminal such as asmartphone or tablet via wireless
LAN and operate thecommunication terminal to shoot orview images. (w p.R34)

Error Messages

Error Messages
Not enough battery
power remaining toactivate Pixel Mapping

Error Messages

Description

Memory card full

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

No image

There are no images that can beplayed back on the memory card.
You are trying to play back an image ina format not supported by this camera.
You may be able to play it back on acomputer.

No card in the camera

There is no memory card inserted in
the camera.

Memory card error

The memory card has a problem, andimage capture and playback are
impossible. You may be able to play itback on a computer.
Or, the camera failed to initialize theEye-Fi function when using the Eye-Fi
card. Press E.

Card is not formatted

The memory card you have inserted isunformatted or has been previously
used on another device and is notcompatible with this camera. Use thecard after formatting it with thiscamera. (p.36)

Card is locked

The write-protect switch on thememory card you have inserted islocked. (p.4)

This image cannot be magnified

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

The image is protected

You are trying to delete an image thatis protected. Remove protection fromthe image. (p.83)

Not enough battery
power remaining to
update the firmware

These messages appear when you try
to perform Pixel Mapping or Sensor
Cleaning, or to update the firmware if
the battery level is insufficient. Install a
fully charged battery.

Unable to update firmware.
There is a problem with thefirmware update file

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

Image folder cannot be created

The maximum folder number (999) is
being used, and no more images canbe saved. Insert a new memory card orformat the card.

Unable to store image

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

The operation could not becompleted correctly

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

No more images
can be selected

You are trying to select more than the
maximum number of images for Select& Delete, Protect, RAW Development,
Image Copy, or Eye-Fi Image
Transfer.

No image can be processed

There are no images that can beprocessed using the Digital Filter or
RAW Development function.

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This image cannot be displayed

Not enough battery
power remaining toclean sensor

Description

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Error Messages

Description

Appears when you try to perform
Digital Filter, Color Moiré Correction,
Resize, Cropping, Save as Manual
WB, RAW Development, or Movie Edit
This image cannot be processed
for images captured with othercameras, or when you try to perform
Resize or Cropping for minimum filesize images.
This function is not available
in the current mode

You are trying to set a function that is
not available for the exposure modethat is set.

The camera will turn off
to prevent damage fromoverheating

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

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Set the Eye-Fi communication
to “SELECT”

Images cannot be transferred when
[Action Mode] is not set to [SELECT] in[Wireless Memory Card] of the D3
menu. (w p.R34)

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Image not found

There are no images that can betransferred when an Eye-Fi card isused.

Cannot be selected

This folder cannot be selected
because the number of files exceeds
the maximum number allowed.

Caution• Error messages related to a memory card appear for each card slot
being used. If an error message appears, take the appropriate
action for the respective card slot.

Troubleshooting
In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due tostatic electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out
and putting it back in again. When the mirror remains in the UP
position, take the battery out and put it back in again. Then, themirror will retract when the camera is turned on again. If, after
performing these procedures, the camera operates correctly, it
does not require any repairs.
We recommend checking the following items before contacting
a service center.
Problem
The camera
does not turnon.

The shutter
cannot bereleased.

Cause

The battery power islow.

Charge the battery.

There is no available Insert a memory card withspace on the memory available space or delete
card.
unwanted images.
Data is being
processed.

The subject is difficult
to focus on.
Autofocus
does not work.

The subject is too
close.

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RemedyBattery is not installed Check the orientation of theproperly.
battery.

Wait until processing is finished.
v cannot work well for lowcontrast objects (the sky, whitewalls, etc.), dark colors, intricate
designs, rapidly-moving objects or
scenery shot through a window ora net-like pattern.
Lock focus on another object
located at the same distance as
your subject, then aim at thetarget and take a picture.
Alternatively, use w.
Move away from the subject andtake a picture.

Problem
The focus
cannot belocked.

Cause

RemedyAF Mode of Live View Set [Contrast AF] to e, g, h
is set to f (Tracking). or i. (p.46)

Set [USB Connection] to [MSC]in the D2 menu. (w p.R30)

Dust or dirt
particles
appear inimages.

The CMOS sensor isdirty or dusty.

Activate [Dust Removal] fromthe D4 menu. The Dust
Removal function can be
activated every time the camera
is turned on and off. (w p.R37)
Refer to “Sensor Cleaning” if the
problem persists. (w p.R37)

There arepixels in themonitor or
There are defective
captured
pixels in the CMOS
images that do sensor.
not light up or
remain lit.

Activate [Pixel Mapping] fromthe D4 menu. (w p.R35)
It takes about 30 seconds tocorrect the defective pixels, so
be sure to install a fully charged
battery.

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The camera is
not recognized
The USB connection
when it ismode is set to [PTP].
connected to acomputer.

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IndexSymbols
A menu .................................. R5, R15
C menu .................................. R8, R24
B menu.................................. R8, R26
D menu ................................... R9, R28
E menu ................................. R11, R39
C mode ........................................... 51

Numerics
180° Rotation Info .......................... R15
1st Frame Action in AF.C............... R41
4-way Controller Options ............... R42

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Accessories .......................... 10, 28, 94
Action in AF.C Continuous............. R41
AdobeRGB..................................... R41
AE Lock ............................................ 50
AE-L with AF Locked ..................... R39
AF area ....................................... 45, 46
AF Button....................................... R20
AF Fine Adjustment ....................... R42
AF frame ........................................... 39
AF Mode ........................................... 44
AF point ............................................ 45
AF with Remote Control................. R41
y ................................................. 44x ................................................ 44
AF.S Setting ................................... R40
Aperture Priority Automatic Exposuremode............................................. 48
Aspect Ratio............................... 78, 82
Auto (AF Active Area) ...................... 45
Auto EV Compensation.................. R39
Auto Image Rotation ...................... R26
AUTO ISO Parameters .................. R17
Auto Power Off............................... R34
Auto Resize.................................... R35
Auto Screen Rotation ..................... R30
Auto White Balance (White Balance)...................................................... 53
AV device ......................................... 84
J mode.......................................... 48
g (White Balance) ........................ 53
AWB in Tungsten Light .................. R40

B
M mode ............................................ 48
Base Parameter Adj (Digital Filter)...................................................... 79
Battery.............................................. 30
Battery level ..................................... 31
Bleach Bypass (Custom Image)....... 68
Bold Monochrome (Digital Filter)...... 79
Bracketing ........................................ 62
Bracketing Order ............................ R40
Bright (Custom Image) ..................... 68
Brightness histogram ....................... 21

Bulb (B) Mode Options .................. R39
Bulb Exposure mode ........................ 48
Button ............................................... 12
Button Customization .................... R20

C
E (AF Mode) .................................... 44
Cable switch ..................................... 95
Cable switch terminal ....................... 11
Calendar Filmstrip Display................ 75
Card access lamp............................. 11
Center-weighted metering ................ 47
Changing the image size .................. 77
Charging the battery ......................... 30
Charging time ................................... 30
City ................................................ R28
Cloudy (White Balance).................... 53
Color Fringe Correction .................... 82
Color Moiré Correction ..................... 78
Color Space................................... R41
Color Temperature (White Balance)...................................................... 55
Color Temperature Steps .............. R40
Computer.......................................... 87
Connecting to a computer ................ 86
Continuous mode ............................. 44
Continuous Shooting ........................ 56
Contrast (Custom Image) ................. 68
Contrast AF ................................... R18
Contrast detection AF....................... 44
Control panel .............................. 17, 41

Distortion Correction ...................... R16
DNG ............................................... R15
D-Range Settings........................... R16
Drive Mode....................................... 56
DST (daylight saving time) ............. R29
Dust Alert ....................................... R36
Dust Removal................................. R37
Dynamic range ............................... R16

D

E-Dial Programming....................... R20
Electronic Compass ................. 18, R18
Electronic Level.................. 18, 23, R19
Enable/Disable Controls................. R43
Error messages................................ 97
EV bar scale..................................... 22
EV Compensation ............................ 50
EV Steps .................................. 49, R39
Exif ................................................. R33
Expanded Area AF (AF Active Area)...................................................... 45
Exposure Bracketing ........................ 62
Exposure metering timer .......... 47, R39
Exposure Mode ................................ 48
Exposure Mode (USER mode)........................................... R15, R23
Exposure Setting (Movie)............... R24
Exposure warning ............................ 22
Extract Color (Digital Filter) .............. 79
Eyecup ............................................. 37
Eye-Fi card............................... 33, R34

Date Adjustment ...................... 35, R28
Daylight (White Balance) .................. 53
Default settings ................................ R5
Delete ...................................... 73, R27
Delete all images ........................... R27
Delete an image................................ 73
Deleting a folder................................ 75
Destination..................................... R29
Detailed Information Display............. 20
Developing RAW images.................. 82
Dial.................................................... 12
Dial indicator ..................................... 38
Diffraction Correction ..................... R16
Digital Camera Utility 5 ............... 90, 91
Digital Filter....................................... 79
Digital Preview ......................... 67, R19
Diopter adjustment............................ 37
Direct keys ............................... 41, R13
Display Color ................................. R30
Display language ..................... 34, R28

E

Eye-Fi Image Transfer................... R34

F
Face Detection (Contrast AF)........... 46
File Format .................................... R15
File Name ...................................... R32
File No. .......................................... R33
Filter Effect (Custom Image)............. 68
Firmware Info/Options ................... R38
Fish-eye (Digital Filter) ..................... 79
Flash........................................... 64, 94
Flash (White Balance) ...................... 53
Flash compatibility ............................ 66
Flash compensation ......................... 65
Flash Mode....................................... 65
Flash On ........................................... 65
Flash Sync Speed ................... 48, R42
Flicker Reduction........................... R34
Flucard............................... 33, 96, R34
Fluorescent - Cool White (White
Balance)........................................ 53
Fluorescent - Daylight Color (White
Balance)........................................ 53
Fluorescent - Daylight White (White
Balance)........................................ 53
Fluorescent - Warm White (White
Balance)........................................ 53
Focus Method................................... 44
Focus Peaking............................... R18
Folder display ................................... 75
Folder Name.................................. R31

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Copyright Holder............................ R33
Copyright Information .................... R33
Create New Folder......................... R32
Cropping ........................................... 78
Cross Processing (Custom Image)...................................................... 69n (White Balance) ....................... 53
Custom Image .................................. 68
Custom setting menu............. R11, R39

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Format ..................................... 36, R38
Framerate ...................................... R24
Function settings............................... 40

G
GPS ............................................... R18
GPS Time Sync ............................. R18
GPS unit ........................................... 96
Green button.................................. R20
Grid Display ........................... R19, R26
Guide Display .......................... 38, R30

H

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HDMI Out....................................... R30
HDMI terminal................................... 84
HDR Capture ......................... R16, R24
Help .................................................. 91
High Contrast (Digital Filter) ............. 79
High/Low Key Adj (Custom Image)... 68
High-ISO NR.................................. R17
Highlight Alert ........................ R19, R26
Highlight Correction ....................... R16
Histogram Display.................... 21, R19
Hold AF Status............................... R41
Hometown................................ 34, R29
Hue (Custom Image) ........................ 68

I
Illumination Button ......................... R21
Image Capture Settings ................. R15
Image Copy ...................................... 77
Image finishing tone.......................... 68

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Image plane indicator....................... 11
Image Rotation................................. 76
Image storage capacity .................. R49
Initial settings ................................... 34
Initializing a memory card ........ 36, R38
Installing software ............................ 88
Instant Review.......................... 38, R19Interchangeable focusing screen ..... 95
Interval Composite ........................... 60
Interval Movie Record ...................... 61
Interval Shooting .............................. 59
Invert Color (Digital Filter) ................ 79
ISO AUTO Setting.......................... R17
ISO sensitivity .................................. 47

J
JPEG.............................................. R15

K
Kelvin ....................................... 55, R40

L
Landscape (Custom Image)............. 68
Language/W......................... 34, R28
Language setting...................... 34, R28
Lat-Chromatic-Ab Adj..................... R16
LCD Display ................................... R30
LCD Display Settings ..................... R30
LCD Panel........................................ 23
LCD Panel Illumination................... R41
Lens ................................................. 26
Lens compatibility............................. 28

Lens Correction ............................. R16
Link AE and AF Point .................... R39
Live View ........................... 16, 39, R18
Locking exposure value.................... 50
LS lens.............................................. 29

M
L mode............................................ 48
c................................................. 63
Macintosh ......................................... 86
Manual Exposure mode.................... 48
Manual White Balance...................... 54
Memory.......................................... R22
Memory card..................................... 33
Memory Card Options ........... R15, R24
Menu.......................................... 42, R5
Menu operation........................ 42, R14
Meter Operating Time.................... R39
Metering mode.................................. 47
Microphone....................................... 52
Miniature (Digital Filter) .................... 79
Mired........................................ 55, R40
Mirror Up........................................... 63
Mirror Up Operation....................... R42
Mode dial .................................... 38, 49
Mode dial lock button........................ 38
Monitor.............................................. 15
Monochrome (Custom Image).......... 68
Motion JPEG .................................... 61
Movie Capture Settings ................. R24
Movie Edit......................................... 81

Movie menu ............................. R8, R24
Movie mode ...................................... 51
Movie SR ....................................... R25
MSC............................................... R30
Multi Auto White Balance (White
Balance) ........................................ 53
Multi-exposure .................................. 58
Multi-image display ........................... 74
Multiple AF Points (Contrast AF) ...... 46
Multi-segment metering .................... 47
Muted (Custom Image) ..................... 68

N
Names of parts ................................. 11
Natural (Custom Image) ................... 68
Noise Reduction ............................ R17

OP
G mode ............................................ 48
Pastel (Digital Filter) ......................... 79
PEF................................................ R15
Peripheral Illumination Correction.. R16
Photographer ................................. R33
Pixel Mapping ................................ R35
Pixels ............................................. R15
Playback ........................................... 39

Q
Quality Level .................................. R15
Quick Zoom.................................... R26
QuickTime ........................................ 86

R
Radiant (Custom Image) .................. 68
RAW............................................... R15
RAW/Fx Button .............................. R20
Rec. Mode menu..................... R5, R15
Recordable time ............................... 51
Recorded Pixels .................... R15, R24

Recording Sound Level ................. R24
Red-eye Reduction........................... 65
Remote Control .......................... 57, 96
Reset ..................................... R35, R43
Resize............................................... 77
Retro (Digital Filter) .......................... 79
Reversal Film (Custom Image)......... 68
RGB histogram ................................. 21
Rotate Display 180°....................... R19
Rotation ............................................ 76
Rotation Direction (E-Dial
Programming) ............................ R20

S
Saturation (Custom Image) .............. 68
Save as Manual WB ......................... 54
Save Menu Location................ 42, R41
Save RAW Data .......... 38, 39, 40, R19
Save Rotation Info ......................... R41
Save Settings (White Balance)......... 54
Save USER Mode ......................... R22
SD Memory Card.............................. 33
Select (AF Active Area) .................... 45
Select (Contrast AF) ......................... 46
Select & Delete................................. 74
Self-timer .......................................... 57
Sensitivity ................................... 47, 82
Sensitivity Priority Automatic Exposuremode............................................. 48
Sensitivity Steps ............................ R39
Sensor Cleaning ............................ R37

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One Push File Format.................... R21
One-Push Bracketing..................... R40
Optical Preview................................. 67

Playback Info Display selection screen...................................................... 19
Playback menu........................ R8, R26
Playback mode................................. 39
Playback mode palette............. 72, R13
Portrait (Custom Image)................... 68
Posterization (Digital Filter) .............. 79
Power ............................................... 34
Power frequency ............................ R34
Preview .................................... 67, R19
Preview Dial ............................. 67, R21
Program Automatic Exposure mode...................................................... 48
Program Line............................ 48, R18
Protect...................................... 83, R26
Protect All Images .......................... R26
Provided software ............................ 88
PTP ................................................ R30

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Sequential Numbering ................... R33
Set-up menu ............................ R9, R28
Shade (White Balance)..................... 53
Shading (Digital Filter) ...................... 79
Shadow Correction ........................ R16
Shake Reduction ............. 63, R25, R43
Shake Reduction Options .............. R43
Sharpness (Custom Image).............. 68
Shooting............................................ 38
Shooting Info Display........................ 18
Shooting information......................... 15
Shutter & Aperture Priority Automatic
Exposure mode ............................. 48
Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure
mode ............................................. 48
Single image display............. 19, 39, 73
Single mode...................................... 44
Sketch (Digital Filter) ........................ 79
Slideshow ................................ 76, R26
Slim (Digital Filter) ............................ 79
Slow Shutter Speed NR................. R17
Slow-speed Sync .............................. 65
Soft (Digital Filter) ............................. 79
Sound ............................................... 51
Sound Effects ................................ R29
Speaker ............................................ 11
Specifications................................. R45
Spot (AF Active Area) ................. 45, 46
Spot metering ................................... 47
sRGB ............................................. R41
Standby mode................................... 15

Starburst (Digital Filter) .................... 79
Status Screen................................... 16
Stereo microphone........................... 11
Stills/Movie switching dial........... 38, 51
Strap................................................. 26
Superimpose AF Area.............. 22, R40
H mode.......................................... 48
Switch............................................... 12
Switching between the memory cards...................................................... 39
Sync cord ......................................... 64
Sync socket...................................... 64
Sync socket 2P cap.......................... 64
System requirements ....................... 86T
K mode ......................................... 48
Testing your camera ........................ 38
Text Size .................................. 35, R29
TIFF.......................................... 82, R15
Time Setting ................................... R29
Tone Expansion (Digital Filter)......... 79
Toning (Custom Image) ................... 68
Toy Camera (Digital Filter) ............... 79
Tracking (Contrast AF)..................... 46
TTL phase-matching autofocus........ 44
Tungsten (White Balance)................ 53
I mode.......................................... 48

U
Unicolor Bold (Digital Filter) ............. 79

USB Connection ...................... 87, R30
USB terminal .................................... 87
O/P/Q mode ................... 48, R22
User registration ............................... 91
User setting mode ................... 48, R22

V
Vertical position ................................ 18
Vibrant (Custom Image) ................... 68
Viewfinder......................................... 22
Volume .................................. R24, R29
Volume label..................................... 37

W
WARRANTY POLICY............ 105, R55
Water Color (Digital Filter) ................ 79
WB Adjustable Range ................... R40
WB When Using Flash .................. R40
White Balance .................................. 53
Wi-Fi transmission ......................... R34
Windows ........................................... 86
Wireless LAN................................. R34
Wireless Memory Card .................. R34
World Time .................................... R28

X
N mode............................................ 48

Z
Zone Select (AF Active Area) ........... 45
Zoom display .................................... 73

WARRANTY POLICYAll our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic
distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material orworkmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of yourpurchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced
without cost to you within that period, provided the camera does notshow evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling,
tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary tooperating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop.
The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable forany repair or alterations except those made with its written consent andshall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from otherindirect or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused by
defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and it is expressly
agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under
all guarantees or warranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly
limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No refunds
will be made on repairs by non-authorized service facilities.

• This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory
rights.
• The local warranty policies available from our distributors insome countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore,
we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied withyour product at the time of purchase, or contact our distributor
in your country for more information and to receive a copy of thewarranty policy.

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Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any camera which proves defective during the 12-month warranty
period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased thecamera or to the manufacturer. If there are no representatives of the
manufacturer in your country, send the camera to the manufacturer,
with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length oftime before the camera can be returned to you owing to the complicatedcustoms procedures required. If the camera is covered by warranty,
repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge, and the camera
will be returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the camera is notcovered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its
representatives will apply. Shipping charges are to be borne by theowner. If your camera was purchased outside of the country where you
wish to have it serviced during the warranty period, regular handling andservicing fees may be charged by the manufacturer’s representatives inthat country. Notwithstanding this, your camera returned to the
manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure

and warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges andcustoms clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date ofyour purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering
the purchase of your camera for at least a year. Before sending yourcamera 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 thequoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with theservicing.

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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
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits fora Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore 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 NMB003 du Canada.
FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY
Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply.
The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material,
which may require special handling.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 forClass B Personal Computers and Peripherals
We:

RICOH IMAGING AMERICASCORPORATION

Located at:

633 17 th Street, Suite 2600
Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A.
Phone: 800-877-0155
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 be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production
and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that theequipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name:
Model Number:Contact person:
Date and Place:Lens-interchangeable mediumformat digital SLR (Single Lens
Reflex) Camera
PENTAX 645Z
Customer Service Manager
March, 2014, Colorado

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old
Equipment and Used Batteries
1. In the European Union
These symbols on the products, packaging and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical andelectronic equipment and batteries should not be mixed withgeneral household waste.
Used electrical/electronic equipment and batteries must betreated separately and in accordance with legislation that
requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of theseproducts.
By disposing of these products correctly you will help ensurethat the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery
and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on
the environment and human health which could otherwise
arise due to inappropriate waste handling.

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Appendix

If a chemical symbol is added beneath the symbol shown above, in
accordance with the Battery Directive, this indicates that a heavy metal(Hg = Mercury, Cd = Cadmium, Pb = Lead) is present in the battery ata concentration above an applicable threshold specified in the Battery
Directive.
For more information about collection and recycling of used products,
please contact your local authorities, your waste disposal service or the
point of sale where you purchased the products.
2. In other countries outside the EU
These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish todiscard used products, please contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned
free of charge to the dealer, even when you don't purchase a new
product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page ofwww.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.

The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European
Union.

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