Page 2 - • This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory
Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcometo the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography! Thiscompact and lightweight camera is an autofocus SLR camerathat offers higher levels of sophistication and performance.Incorporating a broad range of advanced technologies andhighly ac...
Page 3 - FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA; WARNING
This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to theuser. This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in minor or mediuminjury to the user or damage to theequipment. 1 FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA Although we have carefully designed this...
Page 4 - PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA; Precautions when taking pictures
2 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is a high-precision mechanism.Handle it with great care. Precautions when taking pictures • Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water, or any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquidresistant. Should ...
Page 5 - Other precautions
3 • Electrical problems may often be caused by water, dirt or dust at points of electrical contact. Also check for battery leakage, traces of dirt orgrease, or corrosion due to salinity or gas. If you cannot correct theproblems, have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center.Repairs of this n...
Page 6 - PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE
4 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE • Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type).• Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. The battery should be inserted correctly with regard topolarity (+ and -) marked on the battery and the camera. • Battery performance may ...
Page 7 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Step 3; ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER’S DIOPTER .34; Step 8; OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE
5 TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . .2TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5NAMES OF WORKING PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10LCD PANEL INDICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 8 - .SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 40; ADVANCED OPERATIONS
6 TABLE OF CONTENTS BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 39 Step 1 .SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 40 Step 2 .SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE . . . . . .41 Step 3 .SETTING MULTI (16)-SEGMENT METERING MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Step 4 .SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS M...
Page 10 - ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE
8 POP-UP THE BUILT-IN FLASH MANUALLY . . . . . . . .106 Daylight-Sync Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 FLASH RECOMMENDED INFORMATION . . . . . . . .109INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARNING WHEN THE BUILT- IN FLASH IS USED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 ADVANCED OPERATION FO...
Page 11 - OTHERS
9 OTHERS 127 ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 AA-Battery Grip BG-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Cable Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Flash Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129Viewfinder and Lens Access...
Page 12 - NAMES OF WORKING PARTS
10 Date button AE lock button NAMES OF WORKING PARTS Select dial Main/previewswitch AV button Shutter releasebutton Mode dial Focus mode switch Lens informationcontacts AF coupler Strap lug Four-way controller Batterychambercover Tripod socket Back coverrelease lever Lens mountindex Lens unlock butt...
Page 14 - LCD PANEL INDICATIONS
12 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS : Shutter speed : Manual-set film speed (p. 52) : Aperture value : Focus points (p. 96, 97) : Date/time (p. 28 to 31) : Bar graph (p. 64, 81, 85) : Battery exhaustion warning (p. 26) : Exposure counter (p. 36) : Film status indication (p. 36, 50) : Date mode status indicatio...
Page 15 - MEMO
13 ✍ MEMO • To see the LCD panel in the dark, turn the main/preview switch to . The LCD panel will light up for about 10 seconds. When the AF360FGZis used, the LCD panel on the AF360FGZ will also light up. • If you change custom function number [CF15] to [2], the LCD illuminates automatically under ...
Page 16 - VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS; • Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on the
Focus points Spot metering Flash status information Night-scene program mode Action program mode Close-up program mode Landscape program mode Portrait program mode Standard program mode Focus indicator Shutter speed Aperture value AE lock Bar graph Exposure compensation 14 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS • R...
Page 17 - Set the date and time.; QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING
15 1 Load the batteries. Open the battery chamber coverand load two CR2 Lithiumbatteries. See page 23. 2 Set the date and time. You can skip this step if you donot imprint the data at this time,but the date and time should beadjusted after loading thebatteries. See page 28. 3 Attach the lens. Align ...
Page 19 - Set the autofocus mode.; Set the focus mode switch to
17 8 Set the autofocus mode. Set the focus mode switch to See page 43. 9 Compose the subject byturning the zoom ring. See page 46. 10 Adjust the focus and takea picture. Focus on the subject throughthe focus points and press the shutter release button totake a picture. When the shutterrelease button...
Page 20 - Lenses that can be used with this camera; Only an FA J lens and an FA/F/A lens having an
18 Notes: : Functions can be used only when the aperture ring is set to the position. : Functions cannot be used. Function Lens FA J, FA lens F lens A lens [Mount type] [K AF , K AF2 ] *3 [K AF ] *3 [K A ] Autofocus (Lens only) (With AF adapter 1.7X) *1 Manual focus (With the focus indicator) *2 (Wi...
Page 22 - This manual is organized into the following sections.; Advanced Operations
20 This manual is organized into the following sections. Basic Operation (Preparation) —>Page 21 Basic Operation ( Shooting ) —>Page 39 Advanced Operations —>Page 53 Other information —>Page 127 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL If you’d like to start takingpictures with this new camera a...
Page 24 - ATTACHING THE STRAP
✍ MEMO • The strap’s clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or time. Position the clasp away from the camerabody. 1 Pass the end of the strapthrough the strap lug fromunderneath, then pass thestrap through the clasp fromunderneath. 22 ATTACHING THE STRAP Step 1 2 Pass ...
Page 25 - LOADING THE BATTERIES
23 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 Open the battery chambercover by pushing the leveras shown in the illustration. 2 Load two lithium CR2 batteriesor equivalent into the batterychamber with the batteries’positive (+) contacts pointingu...
Page 26 - Default settings after replacing the batteries
24 LOADING THE BATTERIES ✍ MEMO • Be sure to use two lithium CR2 batteries.• The camera and date imprinting will not operate without batteries.• The optional "Battery Grip BG-20" is also available for this camera to use four alkaline batteries. • Replace the two batteries at the same time. D...
Page 28 - Low Battery Warning; appears on the
26 Low Battery Warning When the batteries are nearlyexhausted, the low batterysymbol appears on the LCD panel to warn you.Replace the batteries as soonas possible. ✍ MEMO • See page 23 for replacing the batteries.• Even if the low-battery symbol appears, exposure will be correct as long as the shutt...
Page 29 - TURNING ON THE POWER
27 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS TURNING ON THE POWER 1 Turn the power ON.Turn the main/previewswitch to ON. Turn the power OFF.Turn the main/preview switch to OFF. ✍ MEMO • Be sure to turn the main/preview switch off to prevent accide...
Page 30 - Select the desired digits.; ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME
28 1 Turn the power ON andpress the DATE button todisplay date mode on theLCD panel. The display changes from TV/AVto the date mode. 2 Keep pressing the DATEbutton for 3 seconds on thedate mode display, the"year" digits will start toblink. 3 Each time the DATE buttonis pressed, the blinkingd...
Page 31 - See Page 30 for details.; Operational precautions
29 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 5 After you have changed the digits, press the DATEbutton to confirm them and adjust the next digits. When you have changed the minutes, press the DATEbutton to start the clock and return the LCD panel ...
Page 32 - Press the DATE button.; IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME
30 (Year Month Day) (Day Hour Minute) (No data imprinted) (Month Day Year) (Day Month Year) 1 Press the DATE button. The current date appears on theLCD panel. 2 While the date mode isdisplayed, press the DATEbutton to select the datestyle you want to imprint onyour pictures. IMPRINTING THE DATE OR T...
Page 34 - ATTACHING A LENS
32 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap . 2 Align the red dots on thelens and camera whileattaching the lens to thecamera, then turn the lensclockwise until it clicks inplace. 3 As shown in the illustration,remove the front lens cap. 4 To detach the lens, holddown the lens unlock buttonand ...
Page 37 - LOADING FILM
35 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 To open the back cover,slide up the back coverrelease lever in the directionof the arrow. 2 Place the film cartridge inthe film chamber as shownin the illustration. 3 Pull the film leader out farenoug...
Page 38 - blinks on the
36 5 Close the back cover andturn the main switch to ON. The film will advance to frame 1automatically and the LCD panelwill display the exposure counter1 and film status information. 6 If the film is not loadedproperly, blinks on the LCD panel. Open the backcover and load the filmagain. ✍ MEMO • We...
Page 43 - SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE; Set the mode dial to the; action
41 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS ✍ MEMO • When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock buttonon the lens. • The Auto picture mode operates only when an FA J, FA or F lens...
Page 47 - SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH
45 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH 1 Press the flash mode buttonuntil appears on the LCD panel. 2 In this mode, the built-inflash automatically pops upwhen pressing the shutterbutton halfway down in thelow l...
Page 48 - Telephoto; USING THE ZOOM LENS
46 ✍ MEMO • The smaller the number shown on the zoom scale ring , the wider the angle. Conversely, the larger the number, the more magnified theimage appears. • The Image Size Tracking Mode, Zoom Clip Mode, Auto Zoom Effect Mode and Power Zoom function do not operate with this camera even ifan FA le...
Page 49 - HOLDING THE CAMERA; • Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand supporting the
47 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS HOLDING THE CAMERA ✍ MEMO • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object - a table, tree, or a wall for instance. • When using an telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier th...
Page 50 - and; in the; TAKING A PICTURE
48 1 Confirm that the focus modeswitch is set to and select the data mode toimprint or not. 2 Look through the viewfinderand frame the subject withthe focus points . Then press the shutterrelease button halfwaydown. The lens adjusts focus automatically.When the subject is in focus, thefocus indicato...
Page 52 - UNLOADING A FILM; blinks
50 UNLOADING A FILM 1 The film automaticallyrewinds at the end of theroll. During rewinding, blinks on the LCD panel, indicating thatthe film is being rewound, theexposure counter counts framenumbers in reverse. 2 When the film is fullyrewound, blinks on the LCD panel. 3 Open the back cover andremov...
Page 53 - • Before opening the back cover,; REWINDING A FILM IN MID-ROLL
51 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 Turn the main/previewswitch to ON, then use thestrap clasp’s protrusion topress the mid-roll rewindbutton. 2 Rewind starts.When the film is fullyrewound, blinks on the LCD panel. • Before opening the ...
Page 54 - How to set
52 This camera automatically reads the film speed from the film'sDX code. However, the film speed setting can be changed. If youuse a non-DX coded film, set the film speed manually. How to set 1 Load the non-DX coded film.Set the mode dial to . 2 Turn the select dial to setthe ISO film speed. 3 Afte...
Page 56 - SELECTING A DRIVE MODE; This camera has a total of five drive modes as shown.
54 SELECTING A DRIVE MODE This camera has a total of five drive modes as shown. One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed. See page 40. Pictures can be taken consecutively while the shutter release button is held down. See page 55. A picture will be taken with a 12-second-...
Page 57 - Consecutive Shooting; Shoot consecutive frames.; Press the shutter release button halfway down to focus
55 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Consecutive Shooting Pictures can be taken consecutively while the shutter releasebutton is held down. 1 Press the drive mode buttonuntil appears on the LCD panel. ✍ MEMO • When the focus mode switch is...
Page 58 - • If you use a large tripod, see “MEMO”
56 SELECTING A DRIVE MODE Self-Timer Mode After pressing the shutter release button, the picture will be takenabout 12 sec. later. Use the self-timer when you wish to includeyourself in the picture. 1 Mount the camera on thetripod. • If you use a large tripod, see “MEMO” on page 58. 2 Press the driv...
Page 59 - MEMO Preventing stray light entering the eyepiece
57 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS • When using accessories such as the finder cap, remove the Eyecup F M by pulling it sideways (either to the right or left) then pullit towards you. • Under exposure may occur if light enters the viewfi...
Page 60 - disappears from; Press the drive mode button until
58 5 Press the drive mode buttonafter the picture is taken. The camera is released from self-timer mode ( disappears from the LCD panel) and returns tosingle-frame drive mode. ✍ MEMO • To cancel the self-timer operation before it is completed, press the drive mode button. • If you use a large tripod...
Page 61 - Remote Control Shooting; Mount the camera to a tripod.; appears on the LCD
59 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Remote Control Shooting The shutter will be released 3 seconds after the optional remotecontrol’s shutter release button is pressed. 1 Mount the camera to a tripod. • If you use a large tripod, be sure ...
Page 63 - Multiple Exposures on a Single Frame
61 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Multiple Exposures on a Single Frame Pictures can be exposed on the same frame multiple times.For example, it is possible to take a picture of a dark backgroundthen a picture of a bright (or flash-lit) ...
Page 64 - Take the first picture.; The frame number and; Take the second picture.
62 2 Take the first picture. The frame number and on the LCD panel blink. Take the second picture. The frame number stopsblinking and the film isadvanced to the next frame,then the camera returns intosingle-frame drive mode. SELECTING A DRIVE MODE ✍ MEMO • To expose the third shot, press the drive m...
Page 65 - and the bar; Exposure with no; AUTO BRACKETING
63 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 Press the auto bracketingbutton until and the bar graph appear on the LCDpanel. Exposure with no compensation Under exposure Over exposure ✍ MEMO • If the exposure compensation amount is small, the ef...
Page 66 - Hold down the shutter release button.
64 2 Turn the select dial whileholding the auto bracketingbutton to set the exposurebracketing step. The exposure bracketing step willbe fixed when the auto bracketingbutton is released. 3 Press the shutter releasebutton halfway down tofocus on the subject. The bar graph is displayed in theviewfinde...
Page 67 - Taking pictures under exposer or over exposer only
65 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS • If you take a finger off from the shutter release button during auto bracketing, the auto bracketing exposure setting will remain effective forabout 20 seconds and you can take the next picture by pre...
Page 68 - SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES
66 SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES The camera incorporates the Auto picture mode function.In this mode, the camera automatically selects one of the fivepicture modes depending on the camera-to-subject distance andimage magnification. You can also select your desired picturemode manually. The picture mod...
Page 69 - is displayed on the
67 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS The built-in flash pops up and discharges automatically in lowlight and backlight conditions, when is displayed on the LCD panel. 1 Set the mode dial to thedesired picture mode. 2 The selected mode isdi...
Page 70 - Standard Program Mode; Set the mode dial to
68 • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in theviewfinder and on the LCD panel. is also displayed in the viewfinder. 1. Standard Program Mode To take a basic picture, use theStandard program mode. You simplypress the shutter releas...
Page 71 - Portrait Program Mode; • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the
69 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 2. Portrait Program Mode This mode is suitable for takingportrait photography. 1 Set the mode dial to . • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the shutter speed and aperture setting are d...
Page 72 - Landscape Program Mode
70 3. Landscape Program Mode This mode is ideal for landscapephotography and scenic snapshots. SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in theviewfinder and on the LCD panel. is also displayed in the viewfi...
Page 73 - Close-up Program Mode
71 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 4. Close-up Program Mode This mode is convenient when takingclose-up photos of flowers and soforth. 1 Set the mode dial to . • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the shutter speed and a...
Page 74 - Action Program Mode
72 5. Action Program Mode This mode selects a faster shutterspeed to capture a moving subject. SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in theviewfinder and on the LCD panel. is also displayed in the viewfi...
Page 75 - Night-Scene Program Mode; • When the shutter release button is
73 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 6. Night-Scene Program Mode This mode is useful when taking aportrait photograph with a night scenein the background. ✍ MEMO • It is possible to photograph subjects and background in a balanced way by u...
Page 76 - Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed; Effect of shutter speed; Slower shutter speed
74 A correct exposure is established by a combination of shutterspeed and aperture setting according to the subject’s brightness.There are many correct combinations of shutter speed andaperture for a particular subject’s brightness. Different shutterspeed and aperture settings produce different effe...
Page 77 - Effect of aperture; Open aperture
75 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Effect of aperture The aperture increases or reduces the amount of reflected lightfrom an object which passes through the lens,controlling how much light strikes the film. If the aperture is opened up t...
Page 78 - Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode; SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE
76 Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode When the desired shutter speed is selected, the appropriateaperture is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposureaccording to the brightness of the subject. This mode is suitablefor freezing the action with a faster shutter speed or capturing aflowing...
Page 79 - If it is too dark, choose a slower
77 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS ✍ MEMO • When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock buttonon the lens. * Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark,the ...
Page 80 - Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode
78 Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode When the desired aperture is selected, the appropriate shutterspeed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure.This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depthof field, or a portrait against a blurred background.See page 75 for the ...
Page 81 - Exposure Warning
79 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS ✍ MEMO • When using an F or FA lens, set the lens aperture ring to the position while holding down the aperture-A lock buttonon the lens. Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark,the se...
Page 82 - Using the Metered Manual Mode
80 SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Using the Metered Manual Mode The manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure mode fortaking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperturesetting combination, or taking creatively under exposed (darker)or over exposed (brighter) photographs. 1 Set the mode d...
Page 83 - About the bar graph
81 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 4 Turn the select dial tochange the aperture valuewhile holding down the AVbutton . 5 Confirm the shutter speedand aperture value in theviewfinder or on the LCDpanel. If the dot is in the center of the ...
Page 85 - With the Metered Manual Mode
83 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Slow-Speed-Sync Mode It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subjectagainst a low light background by using the flash to properlyexpose the foreground subject and a slow-shutter-speed toe...
Page 86 - USING THE BULB EXPOSURE MODE
84 1 With the Metered ManualMode, turn the select dial tochange the shutter speeduntil appears on the LCD panel. ✍ MEMO • When using this mode, use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach theoptional “Cable Switch CS-205” afteropening the release socket cap. • Up to approx. 5 hours of tim...
Page 87 - appears in the viewfinder and; ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
85 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 While holding down the AVbutton, turn the select dialto set the desiredcompensation value on theLCD panel. 2 Confirm the compensationvalue in the viewfinder or onthe LCD panel. appears in the viewfind...
Page 88 - Press the AE lock button; is displayed in the; AE LOCK FUNCTION
86 1 Press the AE lock button . The measured exposure level islocked for 20 seconds.To cancel the AE lock, press theAE lock button again. is displayed in the viewfinder. AE LOCK FUNCTION ✍ MEMO • The measured exposure level remains locked as long as the AE lock button is kept pressed or the shutter ...
Page 89 - appears on the LCD panel; Set the mode dial to the position other than; or
87 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Turn the select dial todisplay or on the LCD panel. appears on the LCD panel when is selected. TURNING OFF THE AUDIBLE PCVSIGNAL You can change the audible PCV signal on or of...
Page 90 - SWITCHING THE METERING MODE
88 1 Set the metering modeswitch to . SWITCHING THE METERING MODE Multi (16)-segment metering, center-weighted metering, or spotmetering mode can be selected in this camera.Select the desired metering mode with the metering modeswitch. Using Multi(16)-Segment Metering This mode automatically measure...
Page 91 - Using Center-Weighted Metering
89 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Using Center-Weighted Metering This mode does not automatically compensate for back lighted orspotlighted scenes like the multi (16)-segment metering mode.Creative exposure control is decided by the use...
Page 92 - Using Spot Metering
90 Using Spot Metering This mode measures light only in the small area in the center ofthe viewfinder. You can use AE lock (see page 86) to lock thespot metering exposure and recompose to take the picture. ✍ MEMO • With spot metering, the exposure is weighted on the small area at the center, as show...
Page 93 - Selecting the focus point; ABOUT FOCUSING
91 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS The autofocus mode (AF.S/AF.C), manual focus mode, and focuspoint modes are explained here. There are three main focusing methods. 1. Autofocus The camera focuses automatically. There are two AF modes.W...
Page 94 - lights up in the
92 3 When the subject is infocus, the focus indicator lights up in the viewfinder, and the audiblePCV signal beeps. ABOUT FOCUSING ✍ MEMO • While the focus indicator is lit, the focus will be locked (focus lock). If you want to focus on another subject, take your finger off from theshutter release b...
Page 96 - lights up and; Manual Focusing; or the viewfinder’s matte field to adjust focus.; Using the focus indicator
94 1 Set the focus mode switchto . 2 Frame the subject, then turnthe focusing ring to the rightor the left until the subjectis in focus. 3 When the subject comesinto focus, the focusindicator lights up and the audible PCV signalbeeps. ABOUT FOCUSING Manual Focusing When you focus manually, you can e...
Page 97 - Using the viewfinder’s matte field
95 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1 Set the focus mode switchto . 2 Frame the subject, then turnthe focusing ring to the rightor the left until the subjectlooks sharp in the viewfinder. ✍ MEMO • The audible PCV signal can be turned off....
Page 98 - Selecting the Focus Point
96 1 Set the focus point modeswitch to . 2 Look through the viewfinderand check where you wantto focus. 3 Use the four-way controller to select the desired focus point. The selected focus point issuperimposed in red in theviewfinder. If you have trouble seeingthe superimposed focus pointbecause of t...
Page 100 - Using the Focus Lock
98 1 Set the focus mode switchto . 2 Frame the subject. If thesubject you wish to focuson is not on any of thefocus points, you can usefocus lock. The figure to the right shows theperson is not focused and thebackground is focused instead. ABOUT FOCUSING Using the Focus Lock If the subject is not co...
Page 101 - lights
99 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 3 Aim the center of theviewfinder over the subject,then press the shutter releasebutton halfway down. When the subject comes intofocus, the focus indicator lights up and the audible PCV signalbeeps. (If...
Page 102 - Previewing the Depth of Field
100 1 Adjust focus to the subject. 2 While looking through theviewfinder, turn themain/preview switch to . You can check the focused areain the viewfinder while themain/preview switch is inposition. ABOUT FOCUSING Previewing the Depth of Field Before taking a picture, you can check the depth of fiel...
Page 103 - Notes on Accessories
101 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect.Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size of yoursubject, the autofocus system may not operate. In such a...
Page 104 - USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH; Auto Pop-up Flash Function
102 USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH 1 Press the flash mode buttonuntil appears on the LCD panel. 2 Press the shutter releasebutton halfway down,and the built-in flashautomatically pops up whenthe flash is required. 3 When the flash is ready todischarge, the appears in the viewfinder and on theLCD panel. Au...
Page 106 - USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH; Selecting the Various Built-in Flash Modes
104 ✍ MEMO • The auto pop-up flash mode can only be set in the auto picture mode and the picture mode. See page 66. • The built-in flash pops up automatically when is displayed on the LCD panel. However, it discharges only when required. (Automatic flashfunction) • The auto pop-up function of the bu...
Page 110 - Daylight-Sync Shooting; Confirm that the flash mode is set to Flash ON.; Using other types of flash; POP UP THE BUILT-IN FLASH MANUALLY
108 Daylight-Sync Shooting In daylight conditions, when a portrait picture is taken with aperson's face cast in shadow, discharging the flash willeliminate the shadow. 1.Press the flash pop-up button ( ). 2.Confirm that the flash mode is set to Flash ON. 3.Confirm either the built-in or the external...
Page 112 - will blink rapidly in the
110 INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARNING WHEN THE BUILT-IN FLASH IS USED 1 When using aninappropriate F or FA lens, will blink rapidly in the viewfinder and on the LCDpanel when the shutterrelease button is pressedhalfway down. ✍ MEMO • See page 114 for more details on compatibility of F, FA and FA J lenses w...
Page 113 - When Using the Auto Picture and Picture Modes
111 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS 1.When Using the Auto Picture and Picture Modes • The camera automatically chooses an optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture according to the ambientbrightness, allowing you to take a flash ...
Page 114 - ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH; Metered Manual Mode; • When using the built-in flash in the Metered Manual Mode,
112 ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH 4.Metered Manual Mode • When using the built-in flash in the Metered Manual Mode, any combination of aperture and shutter speed 1/125 orslower can be set. In this mode, the exposure of thebackground can be controlled by the manual exposure totake a flash...
Page 115 - Calculating the aperture according to the camera-to-subject
Example:If an ISO100 film is used at an aperture of f/3.5, the flasheffective distance is obtained as follows: For maximum distance Guide Number (11) ÷ f/3.5 = 3.14m For minimum distance 3.14 ÷ 5 = 0.63m → 0.7m * * Minimum distance of the built-in flash Thus, the flash effective distance is from app...
Page 116 - in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as
114 ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH F, FA and FA J Lenses Compatibility with theBuilt-in Flash If an FA J, F or FA lens incompatible with the built-in flash isused, pressing the shutter release button halfway down causesrapid blinking of in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as a warning....
Page 118 - USING EXTERNAL FLASH; FLASH; Flash Functions
116 USING EXTERNAL FLASH FLASH CAMERA FUNCTION A B C D E Red-eye reduction flash Automatic flash discharge After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash-syncspeed. Automatic aperture setting in the Auto Picture/ Picture Mode or Shutter-Priority AE Mode Flash confirmation...
Page 120 - Using P-TTL Auto Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ; Remove the hot shoe cover F
118 USING EXTERNAL FLASH Using P-TTL Auto Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ Use this flash mode with the AF360FGZ flash unit.The optimum flash amount is discharged to match the subject’sbrightness.P-TTL auto flash, which pre-fires the flash using the 16-segment metering, allows more precise control.P-TTL...
Page 124 - discharge another pre-flash to transmit the flash duration time.; • The present channel is displayed for about 10 seconds when
122 USING EXTERNAL FLASH Wireless flash control (P-TTL flash mode) When the AF360FGZ is used for wireless flash, the followingprocess is executed between the built-in flash and AF360FGZbefore the flash is fired. 1. Press the shutter release button completely. 2. The built-in flash discharges a pre-f...
Page 126 - Using Both the Built-in Flash and External Flash; Cord F5P
USING EXTERNAL FLASH 124 Using Both the Built-in Flash and External Flash To use the built-in flash and dedicated external flashsimultaneously, follow the procedure below.The following accessories (sold separately) are required.Hot Shoe Adapter F G , Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F, Extension Cord F5P R H...
Page 130 - A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.; Cable Switch
128 A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. AA-Battery Grip BG-20 Battery grip powered by size-AAbatteries. Usability is enhanced withthe shutter release and AE lockbuttons for vertical positioning of thecamera. ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) Battery life ( Using 24-Exposure film ro...
Page 131 - Flash Accessories; Enable the AF360FGZ to be used as a wireless slave flash.
129 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Flash Accessories AF360FGZ A P-TTL/TTL auto zoom flash unit with maximum guide number36 (ISO 100/m). Its features include AF spot beam, slave-syncflash, multiple-flash, high-speed sync, wireless flash,...
Page 132 - Viewfinder and Lens Accessories
130 Hot Shoe Adapter F G , Extension Cord F5P and Off-Camera shoe Adapter F The adapters and cords to use the external flash away from thecamera. Viewfinder and Lens Accessories Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of theviewfinder. Refconverter A Right-angle finder, w...
Page 133 - Eyecup F; Camera Cases; Strap F; About Polarizing Filter
131 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS Eyecup F M Camera Cases Soft case CF-12 Strap Strap F M About Polarizing Filter When using an ordinary polarizing filter; the half mirrorincorporated into the autofocus system reduces the effectiveness...
Page 134 - CUSTOM FUNCTIONS
132 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS The camera provides 17 custom functions so you can set thecamera according to your shooting preferences. NO. Setting Pages Exposure Functions Autofocus Functions Flash Functions Film Rewind Functions Self-timer Functions [CF1] Setting the auto bracketing sequence [CF2] Setting t...
Page 136 - Basic Setting of Custom Functions; Follow the procedure below to set a custom function.
134 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Basic Setting of Custom Functions Follow the procedure below to set a custom function. 1 Set the mode dial to . The custom function number andsetting number will be displayedon the LCD panel. 2 Use the four-way controller to select the custom function numberyou wish to set. The ...
Page 138 - Setting the Custom Function; The setting for each custom function is explained below.
136 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Resetting the custom functions to the defaultsettings (Setting number [1]). 1. Set the mode dial to . 2. Hold down the AE lock button for more than 2 seconds. [CF] and [CL] will be displayed on the LCD panel, and all the custom functions will be reset to default setting [1]. 3. ...
Page 140 - [CF7] Enabling shutter release before the built-in flash is fully
138 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS [CF5] Setting the film speed manually The film speed of DX-coded film can be set automatically ormanually.• Custom Function number [CF5]• Setting number [1] . . . .Sets film speed automatically[2] . . . .Sets film speed manually [CF6] Superimposing the focus points • Custom Func...
Page 141 - [CF8] Using the built-in flash as a wireless control for the; wireless operation with the AF360FGZ
139 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS [CF8] Using the built-in flash as a wireless control for the AF360FGZ When the AF360FGZ is used and the camera flash mode is setto wireless, you can assign the wireless control function to thebuilt-in ...
Page 142 - [CF11] Setting the status of the end of the film when rewound; [CF13] Setting the shutter release delay time with the remote
140 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS [CF11] Setting the status of the end of the film when rewound • Custom Function number [CF11]• Setting number [1] . . . .Rolls up the film completely[2] . . . .Leaves the end of the film unwound [CF12] Setting the self-timer delay time • Custom Function number [CF12]• Setting nu...
Page 143 - [CF16] Setting the mode dial illumination
141 B ASIC OPERA TION (PREP ARA TION) B ASIC OPERA TION (SHOO TING) AD V ANCED OPERA TIONS O THERS [CF14] Setting auto focusing during remote control operation • Custom Function number [CF14]• Setting number [1] . . . .Auto focusing not used[2] . . . .Auto focusing used [CF15] Setting the LCD panel ...
Page 144 - [CF17] Enabling shutter release with the aperture ring set to
142 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS [CF17] Enabling shutter release with the aperture ring set to other than the position • Custom Function number [CF17]• Setting number [1] . . . .Disables shutter release if the aperture ring is not set to the position [2] . . . .Enables shutter release ✍ MEMO • When the custom f...
Page 146 - TROUBLESHOOTING
144 What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here aresome problems that may occur and their remedies. Beforecontacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The lens aperture ring is set to other than the position. The main swi...
Page 148 - PROGRAM DIAGRAMS
146 Standard program Mode / Night Scene Program Mode without Flash At ISO 100 with FA J 28 - 80mm f/3.5 - 5.6 AL lens [ ] Portrait Program Mode At ISO with FA J 28 - 80mm f/3.5 - 5.6 AL lens [ ] Landscape Program Mode At ISO 100 with FA J 28 - 80mm f/3.5 - 5.6 AL lens [ ] PROGRAM DIAGRAMS
Page 150 - SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
148 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR with built-in TTL auto flash (RTF) Format 24x36mm Usable Film 35mm perforated cartridge film. DX-coded film with ISO 25-5000; non- DX coded films with ISO 6-6400 Exposure Modes Auto Picutre Mode, Picture Mode (Standard Program Mode,...
Page 152 - Specification for Remote Control (Optional)
150 Remote control Infrared remote control. Starts after approx. 3 sec. by pressing the shutter release button on the remote control. The operating distance of the remote control is approx. 5 m from the front of the camera. Power source One 3V lithium battery (CR1620) About 30,000 commands can be is...
Page 153 - STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE; For customers in Canada
For customers in U.S.A. STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference that may ca...
Page 154 - WARRANTY POLICY; Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
152 WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographicdistribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material orworkmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase.Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without costto y...
Page 155 - to; Custom Functions; To set the custom function
1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Use the four-waycontroller toselect the customfunction number youwish to set. Custom Functions 3 Use the four-waycontroller to select the settingnumber. Custom Function number Setting number [CF1] Setting the auto bracketing sequence 1 correct exposure under exposure over ...
