Pentax K100 D - Manual

8 Appendix 181 Default Settings.......................................................................... 182Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 186Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] ............................................... 188Cleaning the CCD ..............................

9 This operating manual contains the following chapters. The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below. Composition of the Operating Manual 1 Before Using Your Camera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts. 2 Getting Started Explains your first st...

12 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra q Camera Characteristics • Features a 23.5×15.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. • Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with m...

13 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with your camera.Check that all accessories are included. * The batteries packaged with the camera are for checking the camera's functionality. Hot shoe cover F K (Installed on camera) Eyec...

14 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra Names of Working Parts Camera 4 button Focusmode lever Tripod socket Battery cover Self-Timer lamp/ Remote control receiver AF coupler Mirror Lens unlock button Lens mount index Main switch Shutter release button e-dial L / Z button 3 button i button Q button M but...

16 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra The following indicators appear on the LCD monitor depending on the status of the camera. Guides appear on the LCD monitor for 3 seconds when the camera is powered on or mode dial is turned. LCD Monitor Indications While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial Select Of...

17 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra Press the M button in Capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds. Detailed Information Press the four-way controller ( p ) to view explanation of set Shooting mode. Explanation of Set Shooting Mode Capture Mode 1 AF mode...

18 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra Every time you press the M button during playback, the camera switches screen displays in the following order: [Standard] Display, [Histogram] Display, [Detailed Information] Display and [No info. Display] (image only). Detailed Information Playback Mode You can ch...

19 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra Histogram Display 1 Capture quality (Image file type) 2 Image folder number and file number (p.176, p.177) 3 Protect icon (p.83) 4 Histogram (p.167) • Areas where blooming overexposure occurred blink if [Bright Portion] warning is set to On in [Plybk dsply mthd] in...

20 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra Viewfinder Indications 1 AF frame (p.39) 2 Spot metering frame (p.136) 3 AF point (p.128) 4 Flash status (p.54)Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but not set. 5 Continuous mode (p.127)Appears when [AF Mode] in the [ A Rec. Mode] is...

22 1 Befo re Using Yo ur Ca m e ra The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. LCD Panel Indications 1 Shutter speed (p.140) 5 AF point information (p.128) 2 Aperture value (p.142) No indicator: Auto 3 Flash mode (p.54) V : Select b : Built-in flash is ready (when blinki...

2 Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..............................................24Inserting the Batteries .........................................25Inserting/Rem...

24 2 G etting Started Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure on the inside of the clasp. 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure on the inside of the clasp.

25 2 G etting Started Inserting the Batteries Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. 1 Push and hold the battery cover unlock lever as shown in the illustration ( 1 ), and slide the battery cover toward the lens ( 2...

26 2 G etting Started 3 Press down on the batteries with the battery cover ( 1 ) and slide it as shown in the illustration ( 2 ) to close. You can use four kinds of batteries with your camera. Battery performance differs by type. Please choose the type that best suits your purpose. * CR-V3 batteries...

27 2 G etting Started You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the { displayed on the LCD panel. The picture storage capacity (normal recording and flash use 50%) is based on measuring conditions in accordance with CIPA standards and the others are based on PENTAX measuring conditions. So...

28 2 G etting Started We recommend using the AC adapter kit K-AC10 (optional) when using the LCD monitor for a long time or when connecting to your PC. 1 Make sure the camera is turned off before opening the terminal cover. 2 Connect the DC terminal on the AC adapter to the DC input terminal on the ...

29 2 G etting Started Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (market product). 1 Slide the card cover in the direction of the arrow ( 1 ) and then lift open ( 2 ). 2 ...

30 2 G etting Started Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK protects the existing data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card. • Care should be taken when r...

31 2 G etting Started Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken.Pictures with larger recorded pixels or more E s are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the numbe...

32 2 G etting Started Turning the Camera On and Off 1 Move the main switch to [ON] position. The camera will turn on.Move the main switch to [OFF] position to turn off the camera. • Always turn the camera off when not in use.• The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operati...

33 2 G etting Started Initial Settings The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the Initial Settings screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need...

34 2 G etting Started 4 Press the four-way controller ( n ). The cursor moves to [ W ]. 5 Press the four-way controller ( op ) to select the city. 6 Press the four-way controller ( n ). The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time). 7 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to select O (On) or P (Off). ...

35 2 G etting Started Set the current date and time and the display style. 1 Press the four-way controller ( p ). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. 2 Use the four-way controller ( mn ) to choose the date style. 3 Press the four-way controller ( p ). The frame moves to [24h]. 4 Use the four-way controll...

37 2 G etting Started Attaching the Lens All camera exposure modes are available when using DA, D FA, FA J or other lenses with Aperture s (Auto) position. Some functions are restricted when lenses are not set to Aperture s (Auto). Also see “Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]” (p.188). Other lenses and ...

39 2 G etting Started Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter Adjust the viewfinder to suit your eyesight.If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways.You can slide the diopter from –2.5m -1 to +1.5m -1 . 1 Look through the viewfinder and point the cam...

42 3 B asic Op er atio ns Basic Shooting Operation How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures. • Hold the camera firmly with both hands.• Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture. Holding the Camera • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a so...

43 3 B asic Op er atio ns How to set the camera so it will choose the optimum settings based on the subject lighting, distance and motion. 1 Set the mode dial to I . The camera will select the optimal capturing mode for the subject. 1 Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes (p.50) 2 Set ...

45 3 B asic Op er atio ns 6 Review captured images on the LCD monitor. Image displays for 1 second on the LCD monitor after capturing (Instant Review).You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the i button. 1 Setting the Display Time of the Instant Review (p.177) 1 Deleting Images (...

46 3 B asic Op er atio ns The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions ((a) to (f) below). These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator ] in the viewfinder. If the subject cannot be focused automatically, set t...

47 3 B asic Op er atio ns Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function You can easily take sharp pictures using the Shake Reduction function by simply turning on the Shake Reduction switch. Shake Reduction The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that easily occurs when the shutter re...

48 3 B asic Op er atio ns 1 Turn on the Shake Reduction switch. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway, k appears in the viewfinder and the Shake Reduction function turns on. Turning On the Shake Reduction Function • If a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lens i...

49 3 B asic Op er atio ns The [Shake Reduction] menu appears when the camera is turned on with the Shake Reduction switch on and a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length (p.47) is mounted.Use the [Shake Reduction] menu to set the [Focal Leng...

50 3 B asic Op er atio ns Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes The camera selects and sets the optimum mode when I (Auto Picture) on the mode dial is set to the dial indicator. Select = (Portrait), s (Landscape), q (Macro), \ (Moving Object), . (Night Scene Portrait), a (Flash OFF), H...

51 3 B asic Op er atio ns By setting the H (Scene) icon to the dial indicator, you can choose from the following 8 shooting scenes. 1 Set the mode dial to H (Scene). 2 Press the { button. The Fn menu appears. The icon for the currently selected shooting scene appears in the Fn menu screen in H (Scen...

53 3 B asic Op er atio ns Using a Zoom Lens Enlarges the subject (telephoto) or captures a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide...

54 3 B asic Op er atio ns Using the Built-in Flash Use the following procedures to take a picture in low light or backlit conditions or when you want to manually use the built-in flash. The built-in flash is optimum at about 0.7 m to 4 m from the subject. Exposure will not be properly controlled and...

55 3 B asic Op er atio ns 2 Press the four-way controller ( n ). The Flash options screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to choose a flash mode. 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the Fn menu screen. 5 Press the { button. The camera is ready to take a picture. 1 Set the mode ...

56 3 B asic Op er atio ns 3 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. 4 Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration to retract the flash. 1 Press the K button. The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) is used regardless of flash ...

57 3 B asic Op er atio ns “Red-eye” is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils are dilated in dark environments. This phenomenon can...

58 3 B asic Op er atio ns Other Shooting Modes Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is held down. 1 Press the { button. The Fn menu appears. Continuous Shooting Fn AUTO AUTO AUTO O K Exit Exit Exit Fn

59 3 B asic Op er atio ns 2 Press the four-way controller ( m ). The Drive Mode options screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to select j . 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the Fn menu screen. 5 Press the { button. The camera is ready to take pictures. 6 Press the shutter r...

60 3 B asic Op er atio ns 7 Press the shutter release button fully. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is fully pressed. Take your finger off the shutter release button to stop.Continuous shooting settings are retained when the power is turned off. Display the Fn menu a...

62 3 B asic Op er atio ns 4 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to select g or Z . 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the Fn menu screen. 6 Press the { button. The camera is ready to take pictures. 7 Confirm in the viewfinder that the subject you wish to shoot is in the display and press the...

64 3 B asic Op er atio ns The shutter can be released with the optional remote control unit. You can select from h (remote control) and i (3 sec. delayed release) for remote control shooting. 1 Mount the camera onto a tripod. 2 Press the { button. The Fn menu appears. Remote Control Shooting (Remote...

67 3 B asic Op er atio ns Use the Mirror Up function if camera shake is evident even when cable switch (optional) or remote control unit (optional) is used.When shooting with the 2 sec. Self-Timer, the mirror pops up and the shutter is released 2 seconds after you press it, thereby avoiding the vibr...

68 3 B asic Op er atio ns Playing Back Still Pictures You can play back captured still pictures with the camera. 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor. Playing Back Images Use the included “P...

69 3 B asic Op er atio ns 2 Press the four-way controller ( op ). o : The previous image appears. p : The next image appears. You can rotate images 90° counterclockwise at a time. Make images shot vertically easier to view. 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. The most recently captured imag...

70 3 B asic Op er atio ns 3 Press the 4 button. Image rotation information is saved. You can magnify images up to 12 times when displaying. 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller ( op ) to select an image. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is display...

71 3 B asic Op er atio ns 2 Turn the e-dial to the right (toward y ). Image enlarges at each click and can be enlarged to 12 times the original. Turn to the left (toward f ) to return. Press the 4 button to return to the original size.To return the magnified view of [Histogram] Display, [Detailed In...

73 3 B asic Op er atio ns You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card successively. To start continuous playback, use the menu screen displayed on the LCD monitor. 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller ( op ) to select an image to be displayed first. The most recently...

75 3 B asic Op er atio ns Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment By using the video cable, you can play back images using a TV or other device with a video IN jack as your monitor. Make sure that both the TV and the camera are turned off before connecting the cable. 1 Selecting the Video Output Forma...

76 3 B asic Op er atio ns Processing Images with Filters You can edit shot images using digital filters. Processed images are saved under a different name. Digital Filter • RAW images cannot be processed using the digital filter.• Additionally, set digital filters from the [ Q Playback] menu. B&...

79 3 B asic Op er atio ns Deleting Images You can delete one image at a time. 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller ( op ) to select an image to delete. 2 Press the i button. The Delete screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller ( m ) to select [Delete]. 4 Press the 4 button. The i...

80 3 B asic Op er atio ns You can delete all saved images at once. 1 Press the Q button. 2 Press the i button twice. The Delete All screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller ( m ) to select [Delete All]. 4 Press the 4 button. All images are deleted. Deleting All Images • Deleted images cannot be...

81 3 B asic Op er atio ns You can delete multiple images from the nine-image display at once. 1 Press the Q button. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor. 2 Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f ). Nine thumbnail images appear. De...

82 3 B asic Op er atio ns 3 Press the i button. 9 appears on the images. 4 Use the four-way controller ( mnop ) to move to the images to delete and press the 4 button. Image is selected and O appears. Press { button to select all images (the selection of images may take time to complete depending on...

83 3 B asic Op er atio ns You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller ( op ) to select an image. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the Z button. The Pro...

85 3 B asic Op er atio ns Setting the Printing Service (DPOF) You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the SD Memory Card with recorded images to a store for a printing service.DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies or to imprint the date. ...

86 3 B asic Op er atio ns 4 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to choose the number of copies and press the four-way controller ( n ). The frame moves to [Date]. 5 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to choose whether to insert the date ( O ) or not ( P ). O : The date will be imprinted. P : The date...

87 3 B asic Op er atio ns 2 Press the four-way controller ( m ). The DPOF screen appears. 3 Press the { button. The screen for making DPOF settings for all images appears. 4 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to choose the number of copies and whether to insert the date ( O ) or not ( P ). Refer to ...

88 3 B asic Op er atio ns Printing Using PictBridge This function lets you print images directly from the camera without using a PC (direct printing).Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer with the included USB cable (I-USB17) to print directly.Select the images you want to print, the ...

90 3 B asic Op er atio ns 5 Use the four-way controller ( mn ) to select [PictBridge]. 6 Press the 4 button. The setting is changed. 7 Press the 3 button. 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer using the USB cable supplied with the camera. The PictBridge logo i...

91 3 B asic Op er atio ns 3 Turn the printer on. 4 After printer start-up is complete, turn the camera on. The PictBridge menu appears. 1 Use the four-way controller ( mn ) to select [Print One] on the PictBridge menu. 2 Press the 4 button. The Print One screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller...

92 3 B asic Op er atio ns 4 Use the four-way controller ( mn ) to choose the number of copies. You can print up to 99 copies. 5 Use the { button to choose whether to insert the date ( O ) or not ( P ). O : The date will be printed. P : The date will not be printed. 6 Press the 4 button. The print se...

93 3 B asic Op er atio ns 10 Press the 4 button. 11 Repeat Steps 8 to 10 to set [Paper Type], [Quality] and [Border Status]. The print settings change screen appears after each item has been set.When [Std.] is selected for these print settings, images are printed according to the printer settings.[P...

95 3 B asic Op er atio ns 1 Use the four-way controller ( mn ) to select [DPOF AUTOPRINT] on the PictBridge menu. 2 Press the 4 button. The Print w/DPOF settings screen appears. Use the four-way controller ( op ) to check the number of copies for each image, whether the date is imprinted or not, and...

4 Menu Reference Explains the functions of q by buttons and menus. Using the Button Functions ................................98Using the Menu ...................................................102Using the Fn Menu .............................................108Using the Mode Dial ....................

98 4 Menu Re feren c e Using the Button Functions Functions of buttons used during shooting are noted. 1 Shutter release button Press to capture images. (p.45) 2 Main switch Move to turn the power on/off (p.32) or to preview (p.152). 3 Lens unlock button Press to detach lens. (p.38) Capture Mode 2 3...

100 4 Menu Re feren c e Functions of buttons used during playback are noted. 1 Shutter release button Press to switch to Capture mode. 2 Main switch Move to turn the camera on and off. (p.32) 3 3 button Press to display the [ Q Playback] menu (p.104). Next, press the four- way controller ( op ) to d...

102 4 Menu Re feren c e Using the Menu This section explains operation methods for [ A Rec. Mode] menu, [ Q Playback] menu, [ H Set-up] menu and [ A Custom Setting] menu. Displaying the Menu screen 1 Press the 3 button in Capture mode. The [ A Rec. Mode] menu appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the ...

103 4 Menu Re feren c e Select a menu item and set Procedure to set the [Quality Level] on the [ A Rec. Mode] menu is explained as an example. 3 Use the four-way controller ( mn ) to choose an item. 4 Press the four-way controller ( p ). Available [Quality Level] options appear.Press the four-way co...

104 4 Menu Re feren c e Perform settings related to capturing in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu. Perform settings related to playback and editing images in the [ Q Playback] menu. [ A Rec. Mode] Menu Setting Items Item Function Page Image Tone Sets the color tone of pictures. p.114 Recorded Pixels Sets the...

106 4 Menu Re feren c e Set custom functions to fully use the functions of a SLR camera with the Custom Function Menu. The default setting does not use Custom Function.[ A Custom Setting] menu settings are activated when [Setting], the first item, is O (on). [ A Custom Setting] Menu Setting Items It...

108 4 Menu Re feren c e Using the Fn Menu Press the { button in Capture mode. The Fn menu appears. Press the four-way controller ( mnop ) to set the operation. Capture Mode Four-way controller Item Function Page m Drive Mode Selects Continuous shooting, Self-Timer, Remote control or Auto bracket. p....

110 4 Menu Re feren c e Using the Mode Dial You can switch the Shooting mode by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Item Function Page I (Auto Picture) Selects automatically from Portrait, Landscape, Macro, and Moving Object Modes. Lets you take pictures with standard settings ...

5 Function Reference Introduces functions to further enhance your q experience. Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level ..............................................................................114 Focusing .............................................................124Setting the Exposur...

114 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Set the basic color tone of pictures. The default setting is F (Bright). Set in [Image Tone] in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104) Setting the Image Tone F Bright Images are finished brightly, with high contrast and sharpness. ...

115 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can select the number of recorded pixels from P , Q and R . The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The file size will also differ according to quality level settings. The default setting is P 3008×2000 (JPEG). Set in [Recorded...

116 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set the image quality level. The file size will also differ according to the Recorded Pixels settings. The default setting is C (Best). Set in [Quality Level] in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104) When the quality level is changed, the number of recordable images a...

117 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Select from five levels of Saturation, Sharpness and Contrast. The default setting is [0 (Standard)] for all. Set [Saturation], [Sharpness] and [Contrast] in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104) Towards + : Higher saturationTowards – : Lower saturation Towards + : Higher sha...

118 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e White balance is a function for adjusting the color of an image so that white objects appear white. Set the white balance if you are not satisfied with the color balance of pictures taken with white balance set to F (Auto), or to intentionally apply a creative effect to ...

119 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. With Manual White Balance, the camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance preset values provided in the camera (p.118). This provides the o...

121 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set to [AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 200 to 3200. The default setting is [AUTO]. Set [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. (p.108) When set to [AUTO], the rang...

122 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e ISO Sensitivity Warning appears in the viewfinder when a sensitivity value of your choice is reached or exceeded. Set a sensitivity that is not regularly used to avoid forgetting to reset when sensitivity is raised. ISO Sensitivity Warning is not displayed by default. Se...

123 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set the color space to use. The default setting is [sRGB]. Set in [Color Space] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu. (p.107) Setting the Color Space 1 sRGB Sets to sRGB color space. 2 AdobeRGB Sets to AdobeRGB color space. File names differ depending on the color spa...

124 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Focusing You can focus with the following methods. You can also choose the autofocus mode from l (Single mode) where the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject and the focus is locked at that position, and k (Continuous mode) where the subject ...

126 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set the camera so that the focusing is not performed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway and is performed when the 4 button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use autofocus while using manual focus.Set [Enable AF] in [OK btn wh...

127 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can choose from the following two autofocus modes. The default setting is l (Single mode). Set [AF Mode] in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu (p.104). Setting the AF Mode l Single mode When the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject, the focus is loc...

129 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e 1 Select S (Select) in [Swtch dst msr pt] in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu. 2 Look through the viewfinder and check the position of the subject. 3 Use the four-way controller ( mnop ) to select the desired AF point. The AF point lights red in the viewfinder (Superimpose AF Are...

131 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e 4 Re-compose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway. Set [AE-L with AF locked] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu (p.106) to fix the exposure value while focus is locked. Exposure is not fixed by default during focus lock. • The focus is locked...

132 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e When you adjust the focus manually, you can either check with the focus indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus. You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ] . 1 Set the focus mode lever to \ . 2 Look through the vie...

134 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Setting the Exposure Correct exposure of the subject is determined by the combination of shutter speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a particular subject. Different combinations produce different effects. The ...

135 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Adjust the amount of light hitting the CCD by changing the aperture. Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value) Objects closer and farther than the focused subject will be more out of focus. For instance, if you take a picture of a flower against a landscape with t...

136 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. L (Multi-segment metering), M (Center-weighted metering) or N (Spot metering) mode can be selected. The default setting is L (Multi-segment metering). Set in [AE Metering] in the [ A ...

137 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Metering is weighted at the center of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by experience, instead of leaving it to the camera. The illustration shows that sensitivity increases as the pattern height increases (center). This mode does not...

138 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Apart from the Picture and H modes, this camera features the following five exposure modes.Use the mode dial (p.110) to change the exposure mode. Changing the Exposure Mode Exposure Mode Description Exposure Compen- sation Change Shutter Speed Change Aperture e (Program)...

141 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e • Turn the e-dial while pressing the m c button and change the EV Compensation value. (p.147) • Set the shutter speed in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148) • You can automatically correct the sensitivity ...

146 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed. 1 Set the mode dial to p . Using the p (Bulb) Mode • Turn the e-dial to adjust the aperture value....

147 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e This allows you to deliberately overexpose (brighten) or under-expose (darken) your picture. You can adjust the EV Compensation from –2 to +2 (EV) in increments of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV.Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148) 1 Set the compensati...

149 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can take continuous pictures with different exposure when the shutter release button is pressed. The first frame is exposed with no compensation, the second frame is underexposed (negative compensation) and the third is overexposed (positive compensation). 1 Press th...

151 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Change the shooting order and steps of Auto Bracket. * Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148) Set in [Auto Bracket] in the [ A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.104) Setting Auto Bracket Bracketng amount (Step interval) 1/2 EV ±0.5, ±1....

152 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting You can use the preview function to check the depth of field, composition, exposure and focus before taking a picture. There are 2 preview methods. Select the preview method in [Preview Method] in the [ A Custo...

153 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e 1 Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. 2 Turn the main switch to | while looking through the viewfinder. You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder while the main switch is on | . Choose the preview method to use ...

154 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Using the Built-in Flash You can change the flash output in a range of –2.0 to +1.0. The Flash Compensation values are as follows for 1/2 EV and 1/3 EV. * Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu. (p.148) Set in [Flash Exp. Comp.] in...

155 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set to enable shooting while flash is being charged.Set [On] for [Release when Chrging] in the [ A Custom Setting] menu (p.107). Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging by default. • When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to change the b...

156 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can use slow-speed-sync when shooting portraits with the sunset in the background. Both the portrait and the background are captured beautifully. Using b (Shutter Priority) Mode 1 Set the mode dial to b . b (Shutter Priority) mode is set. 2 Use the e-dial to set the ...

157 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e The following equation calculates the distance of the flash for aperture values.Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide number ÷ Selected apertureMinimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ÷ 5* * The value 5 used in the formula above is a fixed value which applies only...

158 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA and F lenses with the q without the hood, built-in flash compatibility is shown below.Yes : Available# : Available depending on other factors No : Unavailable due to vignetting Following are evaluated without a hood. DA, D FA , FA J, FA and ...

161 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e The AF360FGZ does not have the function to set the FORMAT size to [DIGITAL], but the difference in angle of view between standard 35-mm format and the q is automatically calculated based on the focal length of the lens used (when using DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses).The...

162 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e With the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ, you can discharge the flash to take a picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. High-speed flash sync can be used with the flash attached to the camera, or wireless. Attaching and Using the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ on the Camera 1 Re...

164 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e As with the built-in flash, red-eye reduction is available with an external flash. This may not be available on some flashes or may have restrictions for usage conditions. See the chart on p.160. When using the built-in flash with an external flash (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ)...

165 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can combine two or more external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) or you can use an external flash in combination with the built-in flash. You can use the extension cord connection terminal on the flash to connect the AF540FGZ. You can connect AF360FGZ units as shown i...

167 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Settings During Playback Sets the information to show first during playback and whether to display overexposed area warning.The camera switches display information when you press the M button. 1 Select [Plybk dsply mthd] on the [ Q Playback] menu. 2 Press the four-way co...

168 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e 5 Press the OK button. The selected information setting is saved. 6 Use the four-way controller ( n ) to select [Bright Portion]. 7 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to select O (On) or P (Off). 8 Press the MENU button twice. The camera is ready to take a picture. You c...

169 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Camera Settings Be sure to format new SD Memory Card with the camera before using the card.Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. 1 Select [Format] on the [ H Set-up] menu (p.105). 2 Press the four-way controller ( p ) to display the Format screen. 3 ...

170 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can turn the camera operation beep on or off. The default setting is O (On) . Set in [Beep] in the [ H Set-up] menu. (p.105) You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the display style. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. Choose [12...

171 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e The date and time selected in “Initial Settings” (p.33) serve as the date and time of your present location.Setting [World Time] enables you to display the local date and time on the LCD monitor when traveling overseas. 1 Select [World Time] on the [ H Set-up] menu. (p.1...

172 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e 7 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to select the Destination city. The current time, location and time difference of the selected city appears. 8 Use the four-way controller ( n ) to select [DST]. 9 Use the four-way controller ( op ) to select O (On) or P (Off). Select...

173 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e List of World Time Cities Region City Region City North America Honolulu Africa/West Asia Nairobi Anchorage Jeddah Vancouver Tehran San Francisco Dubai Los Angeles Karachi Calgary Kabul Denver Male Chicago Delhi Miami Colombo Toronto Kathmandu New York Dacca Halifax East...

175 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. Adjust settings when the LCD monitor is hard to see.Set in [Brightness Level] in the [ H Set-up] menu. (p.105) When you connect the camera to AV equipment such as a TV, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or ...

176 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain length of time. Select from [1 min], [3 min], [5 min], [10 min], [30 min] or [Off]. The default setting is [1 min].Set in [Auto Power Off] in the [ H Set-up] menu. (p.105) You can select the metho...

177 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e You can set the file number used for the images when inserting a new SD Memory Card. The default setting is [SerialNo]. Set in [File #] in the [ H Set-up] menu. (p.105) You can perform the settings related to Instant Review and Digital Preview. Select from [1 sec], [3 se...

178 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Set to display histogram and bright portion during Instant Review and Digital Preview.Set in [Preview Display] in the [ Q Playback] menu. (p.104) In the default setting, the histogram and overexposed area warning do not appear. 1 Select [Preview Display] in the [ Q Playb...

179 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Resetting to Default Settings Settings in [ A Rec. Mode] menu, [ Q Playback] menu and [ H Set-up] menu are reset to default settings.However, Date Adjust, Language, Video Out and World Time are not reset. 1 Select [Reset] on the [ H Set-up] menu. 2 Press the four-way con...

180 5 F uncti on Re ferenc e Reset settings in [ A Custom Setting] menu to default settings. Settings in [ A Rec. Mode] menu, [ Q Playback] menu and [ H Set-up] menu are not reset. 1 Select [Reset] on the [ A Custom Setting] menu. 2 Press the four-way controller ( p ) and display the Reset Custom Fn...

182 6 Appe ndix Default Settings The table below lists the factory default settings.Table notations are as follows. Last Memory Setting Yes : The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off. No : The setting returns to the default setting when the camera is turned off. Reset...

184 6 Appe ndix [ A Custom Setting] Menu * Reset settings in [ A Custom Setting] menu. Item Default Setting Last Memory Setting Reset Setting Page Settings P (Off) Yes Yes p.106 Noise Reduction On Yes Yes p.146 Expsr Setting Steps 1/2 EV Steps Yes Yes p.148 ISO Corction in AUTO ISO 200-800 Yes Yes p...

185 6 Appe ndix Fn Menu *1 Only continuous shooting settings are saved.*2 The slimness setting for the slim filter, the softness setting for the soft filter, the brightness setting for the brightness filter, and the color setting for the color filter are saved. Item Default Setting Last Memory Setti...

186 6 Appe ndix Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations Lenses that can be used with this camera Only DA and FA J lenses and D FA/FA/F/A lenses having an s position on the aperture ring can be used with this camera. Refer to “Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]” (p.188) for other lenses and D ...

187 6 Appe ndix Lens names and mount names FA prime lenses (non-zoom lenses) and DA, D FA, FA J and F lenses use the K AF mount. Of the FA zoom lenses, power zoom enabled lenses use the K AF2 mount. Lenses without power zoom use the K AF mount. See the lens manual for details. This camera does not h...

188 6 Appe ndix Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] Aperture Ring Use When [Using aperture ring] is set to [Permitted] in [ A Custom Setting] menu (p.107), the shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F or A lens is not set to the s position or a lens without a s position is att...

189 6 Appe ndix Cleaning the CCD Shadows may appear in the image for white backgrounds and other shooting conditions if the CCD becomes dirty or dusty. This indicates that the CCD must be cleaned. Please contact PENTAX service center for professional cleaning because the CCD is a precision part. 1 T...

190 6 Appe ndix 5 Use the four-way controller ( m ) to select [Mirror Up]. 6 Press the 4 button. The mirror is locked in the up position. 7 Clean the CCD. Use a brush-less blower to remove dirt and dust from the CCD. Using a blower with a brush may scratch the CCD. Do not wipe the CCD with a cloth. ...

191 6 Appe ndix Optional Accessories A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Please contact a service center for details regarding accessories. This AC adapter supplies power from the outlet into your camera. This is a remote shutter release cord. The cord length is 0.5 m. L...

192 6 Appe ndix Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10 This is a setting clip for using the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ as a wireless slave flash. Hot Shoe Adapter F G Extension Cord F5P Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Use the adapters and cords to use the external flash away from the camera. Magnifier F B This viewfinder a...

193 6 Appe ndix Camera Case O-CC53 The accessories below are the same as the accessories that are packaged with the camera. ME viewfinder cap Eyecup F O Strap O-ST53 Camera Case Others

194 6 Appe ndix Error Messages Error Message Description Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images. (p.29, p.79)You may be able to save new images by changing the quality level or recorded pixels. (p.115, p.116)...

196 6 Appe ndix Troubleshooting We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center. Problem Cause Remedy Camera does not turn on Batteries are not installed Check if batteries are installed. If not, install batteries. Batteries are not installed properly Check orientation o...

199 6 Appe ndix Main Specifications Number of Shots Compression: C (Best) = 1/3, D (Better) = 1/6, E (Good) = 1/12 Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera with built-in retractable P-TTL flash Effective Pixels 6.10 megapixels Sensor Total pixels 6.31 megapixels, interline/interlac...

201 6 Appe ndix Exposure Meter/ Metering Range TTL multi (16)-segment metering, Metering range from EV 1 to EV 21.5 at ISO 200, with 50 mm f/1.4 lens, Center-weighted and Spot metering mode can be set EV Compensation ±2.0 EV (Selectable between 1/2 EV and 1/3 EV for Exposure setting steps) AE Lock B...

202 6 Appe ndix Glossary AdobeRGB Color space recommended by Adobe Systems, Inc. for commercial printing. Wider range of color reproduction than sRGB. Covers most of the color range so colors only available when printed are not lost when editing images on a computer. When image is opened by non-comp...

203 6 Appe ndix Color space A defined range of colors from the spectrum which are used. In digital cameras, [sRGB] is defined as the standard by Exif. In this camera, [AdobeRGB] is also used because of the richer color expression over sRGB. Color Temperature This numerically expresses the color of t...

204 6 Appe ndix Focus point Position in the viewfinder that determines focus. In this camera, select from [Auto], [Select] and [Center]. Histogram A graph that shows the darkest and brightest points in an image. The horizontal axis represents the brightness and the vertical axis represents the numbe...

206 6 Appe ndix Index Symbols [ A Rec. Mode] Menu ... 104, 182 [ Q Playback] Menu .... 104, 182 [ H Set-up] Menu .......... 105, 183 [ A Custom Setting] Menu ............................ 106, 184 I Auto Picture ............ 43, 50 = Portrait ............................... 50 s Landscape ..............

210 6 Appe ndix WARRANTY POLICY All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced w...

211 6 Appe ndix required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorized representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you ar...

212 6 Appe ndix For customers in USASTATEMENT 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 interfere...

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Information on disposal for users 1. In the European Union If your product is marked with this symbol, it means that used electrical/electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There exists a separate collection system for these products. Used electric/electronic equipment ...

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