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SLR Digital Camera / Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 2
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX e/y Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to 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 the camera capabilities. Lenses you can use In - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 3
medical attention immediately if a memory card is accidentally swallowed. • Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do not hang the strap over their necks. • Do not look directly at the sun through the camera with a telephoto lens attached, as viewing the sun - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 4
with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent. PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE • Only use the specified batteries with this camera. Use of other batteries can cause a fire or explosion. • Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 5
on the camera. • Refer to "Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card" (p.43) regarding the SD Memory Card. • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact PENTAX Service Center for professional - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 6
order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX website. Thank you for your cooperation. Refer to the PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual for more information. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 7
Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (New Batteries 39 Using the AC Adapter (Optional 40 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card 42 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 44 Attaching the Lens 46 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter 48 Turning the Camera On and Off 49 Initial Settings 50 Setting - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 8
57 Basic Shooting Operation 58 Holding the Camera 58 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings 59 Using a Zoom Lens 64 Using the Built-in Flash 65 Setting Flash Mode 65 Compensating Flash Output 70 Allowing Shooting while Charging the Flash 71 Playing Back Pictures 72 Playing Back - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 9
Digital Filters 132 Using the Flash 135 Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode 136 Using Slow-Speed-Sync 136 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash............138 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash 139 Using an External Flash 159 Setting the White Balance 159 Setting - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 10
Pixels and Quality Level (Resize 188 Cutting Out Part of the Image (Cropping 190 Processing Images with Digital Filters 192 Editing RAW Images 195 Editing a RAW Image 195 Printing from the Camera 199 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF 200 Printing Single Images 200 Settings for All - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 11
Camera Settings 9 211 How to Operate the Set-up Menu 212 Set-up Menu Setting Items 212 Formatting the SD Memory Card Display for Instant Review 222 Setting the Video Output Format and Power Settings ........225 Selecting the Video Output Format 225 Setting Auto Power Off 225 Setting the Battery - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 12
CCD 243 Removing Dust by Shaking the CCD (Dust Removal 243 Detecting Dust on the CCD (Dust Alert 244 Removing Dust with a Blower 246 Optional Accessories 248 Error Messages 252 Troubleshooting 255 Main Specifications 258 Glossary 262 Index 267 WARRANTY POLICY 272 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 13
. 1 Before Using Your Camera 1 Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names and functions of various parts. 2 Getting Started 2 Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. 3 3 Basic Operations Explains - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 14
12 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. 1 Shows reference page number explaining a related operation. Shows useful information. Shows precautions to take when operating the camera. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 15
1 Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and names and functions of working parts before use. e/y Camera Characteristics .......... 14 Checking the Contents of the Package 16 Names and Functions of Working Parts 17 Display Indicators 22 How to Change Function Settings 30 Using the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 16
on the monitor. When you are already familiar with the camera's operation, you can also assign 4 other functions to the g button making the camera's setup more convenient. • A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the camera. The large text, high-contrast monitor and easy-to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 17
between the e/y and 35 mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for cameras. Example) If 300 mm lens is used with the e/y 300×1.5=450 Focal length is equivalent to a 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera. Shake Reduction (SR) Shake Reduction (SR) on the e/y features a PENTAX - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 18
accessories are included. 1 Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera) Eyecup FQ (Installed on camera) Body mount cover (Installed on camera) Before Using Your Camera USB cable I-USB7 Strap O-ST84 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW84 Four AA lithium batteries Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 19
button Built-in flash UP USB/Video terminal Terminal cover Hot shoe 1 Strap lug Mirror AF coupler Lens information contacts Diopter adjustment lever Viewfinder Card access lamp Monitor Tripod socket Battery cover unlock lever Battery cover * In the second illustration, the camera is shown with - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 20
18 Capture Mode Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during shooting are noted. 1 The factory default settings are explained here. Depending on the button, these settings can be changed. 1 5 2 6 3 Before Using Your Camera 4 MF AF 7 9 0 8 a UP b c d e - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 21
lens. (p.47) 5 mc button Sets the EV compensation and aperture values. (p.91, p.98, p.104) 6 Mode dial Changes Capture mode. (p.80) 7 Focus mode lever Switches between autofocus mode (p.109) and manual focus mode (p.116). 8 K button Press to pop up the built-in flash Mode/Flash Mode/White Balance/ - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 22
20 Playback Mode Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during playback are noted. 1 3 1 2 MF AF Before Using Your Camera 4 5 UP 6 7 8 9 0 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 23
to show shooting information on the monitor. (p.24) 7 3 button 1 Before Using Your Camera Press to display the [Q Playback 1] menu (p.166). Next, press the fourway controller (5) to Button Names In this Operating Manual, the buttons of the fourway controller are referred to in the following way. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 24
be adjusted. (p.221, p.222) At Start-up or when Operating the Mode Dial Guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds (default setting) when the camera is switched on or the mode dial is turned. Select Off for [Guide display] in [R Set-up 1] menu to not show indicators. (p.220) 1 P Program Automatic - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 25
Sensitivity (p.87) 11 Flash Mode (p.65) 12 Flash exposure compensation (p.70) 24 7 11 13 14 10 12 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 13 Drive Mode (p.76) 14 White Balance (p.159) 15 Custom Image (p.157) 16 Focus mode (p.109) 17 AE metering (p.101) 18 Shake Reduction (p.121) 19 Digital Filter (p.132) 20 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 26
only when the M button is pressed. (p.221) Before Using Your Camera Playback Mode The camera switches display information when you press the M button during playback. Standard Histogram displayed first by setting [Playback Display] to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.229) in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 27
7 Shutter speed 8 Shake Reduction 9 Drive Mode 10 Exposure bracket 11 Aperture 12 EV Compensation 13 Flash exposure compensation 14 Folder number-File number 15 Focus mode 16 AF area 17 Lens focal length 18 Image Tone 19 Saturation/Filter Effect 20 Hue/Toning 21 Contrast 22 Sharpness/Fine Sharpness - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 28
. Press the four-way controller (23) to switch between "Brightness histogram" and "RGB histogram". 1 1 2 1 43 2 Before Using Your Camera 100-0001 3 23 4 100-0001 7 8 6 23 6 RGB 9 5 Brightness histogram 5 RGB histogram 1 File format 6 Switch Brightness histogram/ 2 Folder number - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 29
Camera Dark image Image with few bright or dark areas Bright image When the image is too dark, the part Setting the Display for Instant Review (p.222) Understanding Color White Balance adjusted well. If only one color is lopsided to the left, that color is too intense. 1 Setting the White Balance (p. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 30
The following information appears in the viewfinder. 1 2 1 1 Before Using Your Camera 34 5 67 8 9 10 11 1 AF frame (p.48) 2 Spot metering frame (p.101) 3 Flash status (p.65) Lit: when flash is available. Blinks: when flash is recommended but not set. 4 Picture mode icon (p.80) The icon - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 31
is focused. Blinks: when the subject is not in focus. 9 Number of recordable images/EV Compensation/Sensitivity Before Using Your Camera Displays the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded pixel setting. 1 The difference from the appropriate exposure value appears - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 32
Mode, White Balance and Sensitivity. (p.76) Following, how to set Flash Mode will be explained as an example. 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode. The [Flash Mode] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a flash mode. 3 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 33
31 Using the Control Panel Before Using Your Camera While shooting, the current settings can be checked an item you want to change the setting for. You cannot select the item that cannot be changed. Flash Mode Auto discharge AWB ISO AUTO 400 AF.A OFF JPEG 10M 3 Press the 4 button. The setup - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 34
32 4 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a setting value. JPEG Quality 128 1 OK OK 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. You can also change settings by turning the e-dial after selecting the setting you - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 35
Camera 33 2 Press the four-way controller (5). 123 Custom Image Each time the four-way controller is Digital AF point Instant Review MENU Cancel OK OK 6 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the camera is turned off improperly (such as by removing the battery while the camera is on). - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 36
= button or the shutter release button is pressed, an explanation does Press the button which you would like to know not appear and instead the camera returns to Capture mode. Exit 4 Press the g button or the 4 button. Press the g button to exit the help screen. Press the 4 button to return to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 37
chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap 36 Inserting the Batteries 37 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card ......... 42 Attaching the Lens 46 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter 48 Turning - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 38
Getting Started 36 Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure it on the inside of the clasp. 2 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure it on the inside of the clasp. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 39
are rechargeable and are economical. A commercially available battery charger that is compatible with the batteries is required. These are easily obtainable when your usual batteries run out but they may not support all the camera functions AA alkaline batteries under certain conditions. We do not - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 40
Be sure to fully close the battery cover. The camera will not turn on if the battery cover is open. • Use the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.40) • Check the battery orientation if the camera does not operate properly after replacing the batteries. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 41
off and on again. If { appears, you can use the camera. Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (New Batteries) Batteries AA lithium batteries Normal (Temperature) recording (23°C) 1650 ( 0°C) 1400 Flash photography Playback 50% use 100% use time 1000 800 750 minutes 850 690 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 42
) We recommend using the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting to your computer. 1 Make sure the camera is turned off. If batteries were inserted into the camera, open the battery cover and remove the batteries. See Step 1 on p.38. 2 Open the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 43
shown in the illustration. 2 5 Close the battery cover. See Step 3 on p.38. Memory Card and data will be corrupted if disconnected while the camera is recording or reading data. • Close the electric cable cover when not using the AC adapter. Be sure to read the AC adapter kit K-AC84 Operating Manual - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 44
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Getting Started This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card. (Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (user supplied). 2 • Do not remove - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 45
that is deleted if (1) the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user. (2) the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference. (3) the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time. (4) the SD Memory Card is ejected or the battery is removed while the data on the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 46
to condensation. • For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website. • Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards used with other cameras. 1 Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.214) • Please note that formatting the SD Memory Card will not necessarily delete the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 47
or the high quality and editable RAW format. For RAW file format, you can select the PENTAX original PEF format or general-purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems. On a 1 GB SD Memory Card, you can record up to 59 images in PEF format or 58 images in DNG format. 1 Setting - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 48
With factory default settings, the camera will not work with other lenses and accessories. Set [19. Using aperture ring] in the [A Custom Setting 3] menu to [Permitted] to use them. (p.241) 1 Check that the camera is turned off. 2 Remove the body mount cover (1) and lens mount cover (2). Be sure to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 49
• We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. When - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 50
lever until the AF frame in the viewfinder is focused. Point the camera at a white wall or UP other bright and consistent surface. AF frame • The Eyecup FQ is attached , use the optional diopter UP correction lens adapter M. However, the Eyecup FQ must be removed to use this adapter. (p.250) - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 51
, turn it on again or perform any of the following. • Press the shutter release button halfway. • Press the Q button. • Press the M button. • By default, the camera is set to power off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity. You can change the setting in [Auto Power Off] in the [R Set-up 2] menu - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 52
50 Initial Settings Getting Started The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the [Language/ ] date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on. If the [Date Adjust] screen appears, set the date and time by following the procedure - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 53
-way controller (3). The cursor moves to [DST] (daylight saving time). 7 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). 8 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. 9 Press the four-way controller (3). The cursor moves to [Text Size]. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 54
Setting New York Text Size English Std. Settings are completed MENU Cancel OK OK 13 Press the 4 button. The [Date Adjust] screen appears. In this manual, the menu screens hereafter are described with [Text Size] set to [Std.]. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 55
mode (and the camera is ready to take a picture), perform the following operations from Step 2 to set the correct language. 1 Press the 3 button once to 2 display the guides on the P ίυΈρθ ু൲Ⴚ monitor. The screen shown on the right is an P example of the guides displayed. The displayed - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 56
54 • When [Hometown] and the date and time are not set, the [Initial Setting] screen or [Date Adjust] screen will be displayed when the camera is turned on again. • If you have not proceeded to the [Date Adjust] screen, you can reselect a language using the four-way controller (5) in the [ - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 57
55 6 Press the four-way controller (3). The frame moves to [Date]. 7 Press the the 3 button. Pressing the 3 button while adjusting the date cancels the settings made so far and switches the camera to Capture mode. If the power is turned on without the date and time set, the [Date Adjust] screen - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 58
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Picture) to ensure successful capturing. For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation 58 Using a Zoom Lens 64 Using the Built-in Flash 65 Playing Back Pictures 72 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 60
Operations Horizontal position Vertical position • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object such as a table, . • When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. • Do not use - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 61
by simply pressing the shutter release button. 1 Set the mode dial to I. The camera will select the optimal capture mode for the subject. 3 1 Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode mode. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway in =, the lens focuses automatically. (p.109) MF AF - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 62
change the size of the subject in the viewfinder. 1Using a Zoom Lens (p.64) MF AF Basic Operations 4 Position the subject inside )/ s (Landscape)/q (Macro)/\ (Moving Object)/. (Night Scene Portrait). The flash pops up automatically when necessary. 1 Operating the shutter release button (p.62) - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 63
with the e-dial. (p.167) You can delete the image during Instant 3 Review by pressing the i button. (p.73) Delete Basic Operations • You can set the camera so that pressing the = button will focus automatically, in the same way as pressing the shutter release button halfway. (p.110) • You - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 64
and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it fully (second position) takes a picture. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture to prevent camera shake. • Practice pressing the shutter release button halfway/fully to learn where the first position and second position are. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 65
Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions. These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator ] in the viewfinder. (a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall in the focusing area. (b) Subjects which do not reflect much light within the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 66
) with a zoom lens. Adjust the subject to the desired size and take pictures. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. Turn the zoom ring clockwise for magnified the image appears. • Power Zoom functions (Image Size Tracking, Zoom Clip, and Auto Zoom Effect) are not compatible with this camera. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 67
taking a test shot to confirm this. 1 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash (p.139) • When using the built-in flash, remove the lens hood before shooting. • The built-in flash fully discharges for lenses without a function to set aperture lens ring to s (Auto). Basic Operations Setting - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 68
2 Use the four-way controller (45) 3 to select a flash mode. Turn the e-dial to perform Flash exposure compensation. (p.70) When the mode dial is set to e, K, b, c or a, g and i appear gray and cannot be selected. 3 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 69
when set to l (Night Snap) in H (Scene) mode. 2 Press the shutter release button halfway. 3 The built-in flash pops up if necessary and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, b appears in the viewfinder. (p.28) Basic Operations 3 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 70
button. Basic Operations The built-in flash pops up and begins 3 charging. Flash On mode is used regardless of the flash mode settings. When the flash is fully charged, b appears in the viewfinder. (p.28) 2 Press the shutter release button fully. The flash discharges and the picture is taken - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 71
to the subject if a zoom lens is in use. 3 • Use a flash that supports red-eye reduction. • Position the flash as far away from the camera as possible when using an external flash. The red-eye reduction function on this camera reduces red-eye by discharging the flash twice. With the red-eye - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 72
used when shooting with Daylight-Sync Shooting. Taking pictures 1 Pop up the flash manually and confirm that Flash Mode is set to E. (p.68) 3 2 Confirm that the flash is fully charged. 3 Take a picture. Basic Operations Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync The picture may be overexposed - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 73
is too close, aperture is low or sensitivity is high. • The flash compensation is also effective for external flash units which support P-TTL auto flash mode. Allowing Shooting while Charging the Flash You can set to enable shooting while the flash is being charged. Set [On] for [14. Release when - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 74
Back Images You can play back captured pictures with the camera. Use the included "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3" software to play back pictures using a computer. Refer to the "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 Operating Manual" for details. 3 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. The - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 75
73 Deleting Images You can delete one image at a time. • Deleted images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image to delete. 3 2 Press the i button. The Delete screen appears. Basic Operations 3 Use the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 76
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Functions 76 Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode .......... 80 Setting the Exposure 85 Focusing 109 Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting (Digital Preview 119 Using Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake 121 Continuous Shooting 130 Taking Pictures Using - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 78
items. Shooting Functions Key or Button 2 3 4 5 Item Function Page Drive Mode Flash Mode White Balance Sensitivity Selects Continuous shooting, Selftimer, Remote control or Auto Bracket shooting. Adjusts the method of flash discharge. Adjusts the color balance to match the type of the light - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 79
tone such as color and contrast before shooting an image. p.157 Digital Filter* Applies filter effects to take pictures. p.132 File Format* the part of the screen to focus on. p.113 Instant Review Sets whether to display Instant Review, histogram and Bright/Dark area warning. p.222 Memory - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 80
menu to fully use the functions of a SLR camera. Menu Item Function Page 1. EV Steps white balance. p.162 9. = Button Function Sets the function assigned to the = button. p.105 p.110 10. AF in remote control A2 Sets whether to use Autofocus when shooting with remote flash is charging. p.71 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 81
to change the White Balance setting when using flash to [Flash]. p.160 17. Display Sensitivity Sets whether to switch the number of recordable images in the viewfinder to the - sensitivity display. When set to [On], if the AF Mode is set to f or l and a manual focus lens is A3 18. Catch-in - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 82
take pictures with settings suited for your photographic vision. In this manual, Capture modes are referred to as follows. Picture mode H (Portrait)/ s (Landscape)/ q (Macro)/ \ (Moving Object)/ . (Night Scene Portrait)/ a (Flash Off) A (Night Scene)/ Q (Surf & Snow)/ K (Food)/ K (Sunset)/ n (Stage - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 83
. Other settings are the same as the Normal mode in I. Shooting Functions In ., even though the flash is used, the camera will use slow shutter speeds so the background areas beyond the flash's reach will also appear correctly exposed in the picture (1 Slow-Speed Sync (p.136)). To prevent - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 84
is prohibited. For taking snapshots in poorly lit place. Shooting Functions The flash is deactivated in A, K, n, m, and E. To prevent camera shake, either use the Shake Reduction function or mount the camera on a tripod. Selecting a Shooting Scene 1 Set the mode dial to H. The Scene mode status - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 85
a Scene mode. SCN Night Scene Q RZ l Used for night scenes. Use a tripod, etc. to prevent shaking MENU Cancel OK OK 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • When the 3 button is pressed while the mode dial is set to H (Scene), the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 86
a sense of movement. c (Aperture Priority) Lets you set the desired aperture for controlling the depth of field. Use it to obtain a blurred or sharp background. a (Manual) Lets you set shutter speed and aperture to capture the picture with creative intent. Shooting Functions - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 87
speed. Using faster shutter speed Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow freezing the action of a moving subject. A faster shutter speed also helps preventing camera shake. Effect of Aperture By changing the aperture, you can control the depth of the area that appears in focus in the picture - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 88
the e/y differs depending on the lens but compared to a 35 mm camera, the value is roughly one aperture setting lower (the focused range becomes narrower). • The wider the wide-angle lens, and the farther away the subject, the deeper the depth of field is (some zoom lenses do not have a scale for - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 89
AUTO to select the ISO sensitivity. Sensitivity 100 200 AUTO 100-800 400 800 4 1600 3200 D-Range OK OK 3 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. Shooting Functions • [Sensitivity] cannot be used to set the sensitivity when the exposure - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 90
100800] by default. Turn the e-dial to set the upper sensitivity limit in the [Sensitivity] screen. When the exposure mode is set to a (Manual), the sensitivity cannot be set to [AUTO]. Checking the Sensitivity in Capture Mode 4 Press the 4 button in Capture mode. The set sensitivity is displayed - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 91
89 Noise Reduction When you use a digital camera to shoot with a long exposure or high sensitivity the [A Custom Setting 2] menu (p.78). Shooting Functions Changing the Exposure Mode This camera features the following five exposure modes. The settings available for each exposure mode are - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 92
moving subjects. c (Aperture Priority) Lets you set aperture for controlling the depth of field. Yes No Yes Yes p.96 Lets you set shutter 4 a (Manual) speed and aperture to capture the picture with creative No intent. Other Yes Yes than p.98 Auto * In [13. e-dial in Program] in the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 93
1] menu. (p.105) • You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO]. (p.87) • When using a lens with an aperture ring, set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button on the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 94
92 e mode and e-dial You can set the action for the e-dial when turned in e (Program) mode. Set in [13. e-dial in Program] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu (p.78). 1 Off Disables e-dial operation while Program Automatic Exposure is set. Program Automatically adjusts the aperture value and - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 95
of 1/2 EV or 1/3 EV. Set in [1. EV Steps] in the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.105) • You cannot set the sensitivity in the [Sensitivity] screen. • When using a lens with an aperture ring, set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button on the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 96
94 Using the b (Shutter Priority) Mode Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects. When taking pictures of a fast moving subject, you can increase the shutter speed to make the subject look still or decrease the shutter speed to have the subject show movement. Aperture - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 97
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO]. (p.87) • When using a lens with an aperture ring, set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button on the ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. Shooting Functions - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 98
96 Using the c (Aperture Priority) Mode Set aperture for controlling the depth of field. The depth of field is deeper and the front and back of the focused object is clear when aperture is set to a large value. The depth of field is shallower and the front and back of the focused object is blurred - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 99
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO]. (p.87) • When using a lens with an aperture ring, set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button on ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. Shooting Functions - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 100
98 Using a (Manual) Mode You can set the shutter speed and aperture value. This mode is suitable to take pictures of your choice by combining them. This mode - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 101
• When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and exposure mode is set to a (Manual) mode, the sensitivity is set to a value equivalent to ISO 100 if the Dynamic [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.105) • When using a lens with an aperture ring, set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 102
100 Using AE Lock If [9. = Button function] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu is set to [AE Lock], you can press the = button to memorize the exposure value. (p.105) Example: If the shutter speed is 1/125 sec and aperture is F5.6 and is recorded with the = button, and the shutter speed is changed to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 103
a sturdy tripod to prevent camera shake during bulb shooting. • Bulb shooting is available when using the remote control shooting mode (p.128). 1600. 101 4 Shooting Functions Selecting the Metering Method Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 104
metering method. AE Metering Multi-segment 4 OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. Shooting Functions Using the not available when using a lens other than a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens, or when lens aperture ring is set at other - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 105
of the screen. 4 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 automatically compensate for backlit scenes. Using - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 106
compensation. Av 1/9 0 123 F 4.0 +1.5 E AWB ISO 400 AF.A OK OFF JPEG 10M Compensation value • Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to a (Manual). • The EV compensation cannot be canceled by turning the camera off or by setting any other exposure mode. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 107
2] menu. 9. AF Button function Enable AF1 Enable AF2 Cancel AF AE Lock AF button is assigned to AE Lock function 2 Press the = button. The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at that instant. @ is displayed in the status screen and viewfinder while the AE lock is engaged. Press it again to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 108
or the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway. The exposure remains in memory for a period between 0.5× to 2× the metering timer even after taking your value changes depending on the zooming position even while the AE lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which the maximum aperture - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 109
Steps] (p.105) in the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. Step interval Bracket value 4 1/2 EV ±0.5, ±1.0, ±1.5, ±2.0 1/3 EV ±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, ±2.0 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. 5 Press the shutter release button halfway. The - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 110
the exposure metering timer, the camera returns to settings for taking the first picture. • You can combine Auto Bracket with the built-in flash or external flash (P-TTL auto only) to change only the flash output continuously. However, when using an external flash, holding the shutter release button - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 111
Focusing 109 You can focus with the following methods. = Autofocus \ Manual focus The camera automatically focuses on the subject when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Manually adjust the focus. Using the Autofocus You can also choose the autofocus mode from l (Single mode) where - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 112
in focus.) 1 Subjects that are difficult to focus on 4 (p.63) Focus Indicator Using the = Button to Focus on the Subject You can set the camera so that the focusing is performed when the = button is pressed. Use this setting when autofocus by pressing the shutter release button halfway is not - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 113
111 2 Press the = button. Auto focusing is performed. Shooting Functions When [Cancel AF] is set, \ appears in the viewfinder while the = button is pressed. Autofocus does not activate when the shutter release button is pressed (take your finger off the = button to immediately return to normal AF - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 114
OK OK 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to the camera, move back and take a picture. Adjust the focus manually if flash is available. • When the shutter release button is pressed halfway or the = button is used to adjust the focus in f or k, the camera - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 115
Point) Choose the part of the viewfinder to set focus to. The default setting is i (Wide). i Wide The camera automatically selects the Select AF point Instant Review Shooting Functions MENU Cancel OK OK The AF point is fixed to the O (Spot) regardless of this setting with lenses other than DA, - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 116
Shooting Functions 114 Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock) If the subject is outside the range of the focusing area, the camera cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this situation, set [AF Mode] to l (Single mode). You can aim the focusing area toward the subject, use - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 117
pressed halfway. Shooting Functions • The focus is locked while the focus indicator ] is displayed. • Turning the zoom ring in focus lock mode may cause the subject to be out of focus. • The beep that sounds when the image is focused can be turned off. (p.215) • You cannot set focus lock when - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 118
to adjust focus. Using the Focus Indicator The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus even during manual focus. You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ]. 1 Set the focus mode lever to \. 4 2 Look through the viewfinder, press the shutter release - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 119
the subject is difficult to focus (p.63) and the focus indicator will not appear. • The beep that sounds when the image is focused can be turned off. (p.215) 117 Using the Viewfinder Matte Field You can manually adjust the focus using the matte field in viewfinder. 1 Set the focus mode lever to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 120
released automatically when the subject comes into focus. • Manual focus lens • DA or FA lens that has a = and \ setting on the lens (the setting on the lens must be set to \ before shooting) How to Take Pictures 1 Attach a proper lens to the camera. 4 2 Set the focus mode lever to =. 3 Set AF - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 121
of field, composition, exposure and focus before taking a picture. First, assign the Digital Preview function to the g (Help) button. 1 Select [Help button] in the [A 123 Rec. Mode 3] menu and press the Memory four-way controller (5). Help button Shake Reduction On Input Focal Length 4 MENU - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 122
Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). Shooting Functions 8 Press the 3 button twice. The Digital Preview function is assigned to the g button. 4 The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. 9 Focus on the subject, then compose the picture in - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 123
compensate for blurring caused by subject movement. To take pictures of a moving subject, increase the shutter speed. • The Shake Reduction function may not fully reduce camera shake when taking close-up shots. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake Reduction function be turned off and the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 124
operates by acquiring the lens information such as focal length. If the camera uses a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens, the lens information is automatically acquired when the Shake Reduction function is activated. If another type of lens is used, the lens information cannot be automatically - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 125
when k appears in the viewfinder. • Shake Reduction is available with any e/y compatible PENTAX lens. However, when the aperture ring is set at other than the s (Auto) position or a lens without an s position is used, the camera does not operate unless [19. Using aperture ring] is set to [Permitted - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 126
camera is turned on with the Shake Reduction function on and a type of lens that does not support automatic acquisition of lens information such as focal length (p.122) is mounted. Set the focal length manually setting is [35].) 8 10 12 15 18 20 24 28 30 35 40 45 50 55 65 70 75 85 100 120 135 150 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 127
shutter release button is pressed. Z Shutter is released after about 2 seconds. Use this mode to avoid camera shake when the shutter release button is pressed. 1 Mount the camera onto a tripod. 4 Shooting Functions 2 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. The [Drive Mode] screen - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 128
pressed fully. • You can set the camera so that the beep does not sound. (p.215) • Exposure may be affected Manual) (p.98). • Select a setting other than g or Z in the [Drive Mode] screen to cancel selftimer shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] in [Memory - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 129
Mirror Up Function Use the Mirror Up function if camera shake is evident even when remote control unit (optional) is used with a tripod. below to take a picture with the Mirror Up function. Shooting Functions 1 Mount the camera onto a tripod. 2 Select Z in the Drive Mode. Refer to Steps 1 to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 130
-way controller (3) and use the four-way controller (45) to select hor i. The self-timer lamp will blink to let you know that the camera is in remote control wait status. Drive Mode Remote control OK OK 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 131
Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when hor i is set. • The remote control may not operate in backlit conditions. • The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Contact PENTAX Service Center to replace the battery (this will involve a fee). - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 132
continuously at approximately 3.5 fps. The shooting interval will increase as the camera buffer memory fills up. When JPEG quality is set to J (Quality Level C), pictures are taken continuously at approximately 1.1 fps until the SD Memory Card is full. When the File Format is RAW, up to 4 frames - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 133
the built-in flash is ready in [14. Release when Charging] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu. (p.71) • Select a setting other than g or h in the [Drive Mode] screen to cancel continuous shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] in [Memory] (p.229) of the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 134
/+1/+2 For taking pictures with the look of old photos. White frame: Thin/Medium/ Thick Extract color For extracting a specific color and taking the rest of the picture in black and white. Red/Magenta/Cyan/Blue/ Green/Yellow • When using digital filters, the file format is always set to JPEG - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 135
controller (45) to adjust the parameter's value. Number of light sources Check OK OK 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • After you finish shooting using the digital filters, select [Not use any filters] in Step 3. • You can also apply - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 136
134 Memo - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 137
chapter provides details on the built-in flash of the e/y and describes how to take pictures with the external flash. Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode 136 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash 138 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash ....... 139 Using an External - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 138
lens other than DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A is used. Using the Flash in c (Aperture Priority) Mode 5 • You can set the desired aperture to take a flash camera shake. The slowest shutter speed depends on the focal length of the lens in use. • The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 sec. when lens - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 139
is set. Set the shutter speed so that aperture value does not blink. 3 Press the K button. The flash pops up. 4 Take a picture. 5 Using a (Manual) Mode 1 Set the mode dial to a. a (Manual) mode is set. 2 Set the shutter speed and aperture value to obtain correct exposure. Set 1/180 sec. shutter - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 140
of the flash for aperture values. Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide number ÷ Selected aperture Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ÷ number (3.1, in the above example) is not available as a lens aperture, the smaller number that is closest (2.8, in the above example) is generally used - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 141
Compatibility with the Built-in 139 Flash Depending on the lens used with the e/y, even if a lens without a hood is attached, the use of the built-in flash may not be possible or may be limited due to vignetting. DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, and FA lenses not listed below can be used without problems - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 142
#: Restricted No: Not available) Camera Function Flash Built-in AF540FGZ AF200FG Flash AF360FGZ AF160FC Red-eye reduction flash Yes Yes Yes Automatic flash discharge Yes Yes Yes After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash sync Yes Yes Yes 5 speed - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 143
]. However, when it is used with a SLR Digital Camera, the difference in focal length between 35 mm film camera and the e/ y is automatically calculated based on the difference in angle of view (when using DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses). The conversion indicator appears and the format size - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 144
and attach the external flash (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) to the camera. 2 Set the exposure mode to b (Shutter Priority) or a (Manual). 3 Turn on the camera and the external flash. 4 Set the external flash sync mode to HSb (high-speed flash sync). 5 Confirm that the external flash is fully charged and - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 145
to the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ operating manual for details on how to set the channel on the external flash. Using the Flash Using the Built-in Flash in Wireless Mode Set the camera to wireless flash mode when using an external flash in combination with the built-in flash. 1 Press the four-way - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 146
CONTROL Discharges both the flash directly connected to the camera and the wireless flash unit. The flash directly connected to the camera is discharged as a control flash only and does not discharge as main flash. 2 On the wireless remote flash unit, set the wireless flash mode to [SLAVE] and - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 147
the camera emits a control flash (relays the flash mode of the camera). 2 The wireless remote flash emits a test flash (relays confirmation of subject). 3 The flash directly connected to the camera emits a control flash (relays flash output to the wireless remote flash). * The flash directly - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 148
before shooting. Using the Built-in Flash with the External Flash When using the built-in flash with an external flash that does not have wireless flash mode function such as AF200FG, attach the Hot Shoe Adapter FG (optional) to the camera hot shoe and an Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F (optional) to the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 149
Shoe Adapter F (optional) to the Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F (optional) and then connect another Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F with external flash using the Extension Cord F5P (optional). Refer to the flash manual for details. • Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 150
combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur. • Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using PENTAX automatic flashes. 1 Connect the external flash to the camera indirectly - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 151
6 Shooting Settings This chapter describes how to set the save format for pictures taken and other settings. Setting the File Format 150 Setting the g Button Function 154 Setting the Image Finishing Tone (Custom Image 157 Additional Settings for Shooting 159 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 152
150 Setting the File Format Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels You can select the number of recorded pixels from J, P and i. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The file size will also differ according to the [JPEG Quality] setting. The default setting is - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 153
recordable images appears at the top right of the screen. JPEG Rec. Pixels 10M 10M 6M 128 2M 151 OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. Shooting Settings Setting the JPEG Quality Level You can set the image quality level - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 154
OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to output data saved without processing. Effects such as White Balance, Custom Image and Color Space are not transfer to a computer, apply effects with the enclosed PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3 and create a JPEG or TIFF - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 155
File Format 12345 JPEG RAW RAW+ OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. 6 Shooting PEF PENTAX original RAW file format DNG General-purpose, publicly available RAW file format designed by Adobe Systems 123 Custom Image Digital Filter - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 156
and Bright/Dark area warning during Digital Preview. (p.119) Sets the Custom Image settings. (p.157) Sets the digital filter. (p.132) Simultaneously saves [A Rec. Mode 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5). 123 Memory Help button Shake Reduction On Input Focal Length 2 Press the four-way - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 157
four-way controller (23) to select a function to assign to the g (Help) button, and press the 4 button. Help button Help function Digital Preview Custom Image Digital Filter RAW button function MENU Cancel OK OK 4 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 158
set to P (Off), the g button settings are canceled under the following conditions. • the g button is pressed again • the camera is turned off • the mode dial is turned • a menu is displayed • the camera is in Playback mode Help button RAW button function Cancel each time JPEG RAW+ RAW RAW+ RAW+ RAW - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 159
finishing tone before shooting when the exposure mode is set to e (Program), K (Sensitivity Priority), b (Shutter Priority), c (Aperture Priority) or a (Manual). Select from the following six modes for [Image Tone]: Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant and Monochrome. The default setting is - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 160
image outlines are even thinner and sharper with Fine Sharpness, making it suited for capturing fine subjects such as hair. 6 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. Shooting Settings When Image Tone is set to Monochrome, the radar chart is - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 161
For use when taking pictures using the built-in flash. (About 5400K) Use this to manually adjust the white balance according to K Manual the lighting so that white objects appear as a natural white. * The color temperature (K) is an estimate. This does not indicate precise colors. 1 Set the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 162
White Balance is easier with Digital Preview. White Balance Auto WB Check OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • White balance cannot be adjusted in Picture mode and H (Scene) mode. • Because the light source changes when the flash - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 163
delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance preset values provided in the camera. This provides the optimum white balance for your surroundings. 1 Select K (Manual) in Step 3 on p.160. White Balance Manual Shooting Settings WB SHUTTER Adjust Check OK OK 2 Under - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 164
Balance] screen. Tune using steps in "Fine-Tuning the White Balance" if fine-tuning is necessary. White Balance Manual SHUTTER Adjust Check OK OK 7 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture with the set White Balance. • No image is recorded when the shutter release button is - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 165
the colors between blue and amber. 45 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [White Balance] screen. 6 Press the 4 button. 6 The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • If [8. Adjust White Balance] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu is set to [Off] after - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 166
ranges for various input/output devices, such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers, differ. This color range is called the Color Space. To recreate different color spaces in different devices, standard color spaces have been proposed. This camera supports sRGB and AdobeRGB. sRGB is mainly used - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 167
167 Displaying Multiple Images 169 Rotating Images 175 Comparing Images 176 Slideshow 177 Deleting Multiple Images 180 Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) ...... 184 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment ....... 186 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 168
images one after another. p.177 Image Comparison You can display two images side-by-side. p.176 Changes the color tone of captured images, Digital Filter adds softening and slimming effects, or adjusts p.192 7 the brightness. Q1 Resize Changes the recorded pixels and quality level to create - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 169
change this in [Playback dsp. methd.] in [Q Playback 2] menu. • You can enlarge the image by following the same procedure during Instant Review (p.61) and Digital Preview (p.119). • The initial full display of vertical images is displayed with a magnification of 0.75 times that of horizontal images - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 170
(5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select a magnification. Select from [Off], [×2], [×4], [×8] or [×16]. Playback dsp. methd. Bright/Dark area Quick Zoom Off x2 x4 x8 x16 MENU Cancel OK OK 6 Press the 4 button. 7 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 171
Displaying Multiple Images 169 Multi-image Display Screen You can display 4, 9 or 16 images on the monitor at the same time. The default setting is 9-image display. The number of images can be changed but 9-image display is explained here. 1 Press the Q button. 100-0046 Playback Functions 1/ - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 172
170 3 Turn the e-dial to the right (towards y) or press the 4 button. A full screen display of the selected image appears. 1/2000 F5.6 100-0046 Selecting the Number of Images to Display 1 Select [Multi-img dsp. stngs.] in the [Q Playback 2] menu. 12 RAW Development Index Playback dsp. methd. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 173
171 Calendar Display/Folder Display You can display images by recording date or by folder name. Displaying Images by Recording Date Images will be grouped and displayed by recording date. 1 Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f) in the multi-image display screen. The calendar display screen - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 174
172 2 Press the M button. The folder display screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select a desired folder and press the 4 button. The multi-image display screen for the selected folder appears. 10 100 101 102 103 104 105 Delete 100PENTX • You can press the i button to - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 175
and press the four-way controller (5). 7 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a background color and press the 4 button. You can select a white or black background. Index Layout Copies 12 Backgrnd. Select Create an image MENU Cancel OK OK 9 Use the four-way controller (23) to select - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 176
images automatically from all of the images saved. Create an image w (Manual): MENU Cancel OK OK Individually select the images you want to include in a new index image. OK OK After the index is saved, the camera returns to Playback mode and the index image is displayed. • Processing may - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 177
Rotating Images 175 You can rotate the image displayed 90° counterclockwise at a time before saving it. The image rotation information is saved with the image and during playback it will be displayed in portrait orientation. You cannot save the image rotation information for protected images. 1 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 178
1 Select [Image Comparison] in the [Q Playback 1] menu. 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital Filter Resize Cropping Protect DPOF MENU Exit 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The selected image is deleted. 4 Press the 3 button. The camera returns to the normal playback mode. Playback Functions - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 179
Memory Card successively. Setting the Slideshow Display Sets how images will be displayed during the Slideshow. 1 Select [Slideshow] in the [Q Playback 1] menu. 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital 3 sec.) Off/Fade/Wipe/Zoom (Default setting: Off) P (Off)/ O (On) (Default setting - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 180
178 4 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to change the settings. Start Interval Screen effect Repeat Playback MENU Cancel 3sec 5seOcFF 10sec 30sec OK OK Starting the Slideshow 1 Select [Start] in Step 3 of p.177 and press the 4 button. The Start screen is - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 181
controller (3) is pressed *1 • Q button is pressed *1 • 3 button is pressed *1 • Shutter release button is pressed halfway or fully *2 • Mode dial is turned *2 *1 After slideshow ends, the camera returns to the normal playback mode. *2 After slideshow ends, the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 182
Deleted images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. • You can select up to 100 images at a time. 1 Press the Q button. The camera enters Playback mode and the single-image playback screen appears. 2 Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f). 7 The multi-image display screen appears - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 183
181 3 Press the i button. 9 appears on the images. 4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to move to the images to delete and press the 4 button. The image is selected and O appears. After selecting an image, turn the e-dial to MENU change to single-image playback display and check the image. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 184
182 Deleting a Folder You can delete the selected folder and all the images in it. 1 In Playback mode, turn the e-dial 2 clicks to the left (toward f). The calender/folder display screen appears. When the calendar display screen appears, press the M button. 2 Press the four-way controller (2345) - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 185
9 imgs. MENU Exit 2 Press the four-way controller (5). 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete All]. Delete all images 7 on memory card? Delete All Cancel MENU OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. All images are deleted. The confirmation screen appears when there are protected images - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 186
accidentally deleted. Even protected images are deleted if the inserted SD Memory Card is formatted. Playback Functions Protecting Single Images 1 Select [Protect] in the [Q Playback 1] menu. 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital Filter Resize Cropping Protect DPOF MENU Exit 2 Press the four - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 187
the 4 button. 2 Press the four-way controller (23) to select [Protect] and press the 4 button. Protect all images All images saved in the SD Memory Card are protected. Protect Unprotect 7 Select [Unprotect] to cancel the protect setting on all of the images. MENU OK OK Playback Functions - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 188
continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) is recommended. (p.40) • For AV equipment with multiple video IN jacks, check the operating manual of the AV device, and select the video IN jack to which the camera is connected. • Depending on the country or region, images - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 189
8 Processing Images This chapter describes how to process pictures taken and edit RAW images. Changing the Image Size 188 Processing Images with Digital Filters 192 Editing RAW Images 195 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 190
pixels and/or quality level or cropping only part of the image. Changing the Number of size. • Only JPEG files captured with this camera can be resized. • Larger numbers of recorded [Q Playback 1] menu. 8 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital Filter Resize Cropping Protect DPOF MENU Exit 2 Press - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 191
189 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [JPEG Rec. Pixels] and the four-way controller (45) to select a size. You can select J, P, i or m (640×416). JPEG Rec. Pixels JPEG Quality MENU 10M OK OK 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [JPEG Quality] and the four-way controller (45 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 192
it as a new image. • Only JPEG files captured with this camera can be cropped. • An area larger than the original image cannot be selected. 1 Select [Cropping] in the [Q Playback 1] menu. 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital Filter Resize Cropping Protect DPOF MENU Exit 2 Press the four-way - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 193
191 e-dial To set the size of the cropping area. Select from k (3680×2448), a (3456×2320), a (3264×2160), P (3008×2000), g (2464×1632), i (1824×1216) or j (1248×832). Four-way controller (2345) M button To move the cropping area. To change the orientation of the cropped area. Only available with - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 194
For taking pictures with the look of old photos. Blue/Amber: -2/-1/Off/+1/+2 White frame: Thin/Medium/ Thick 8 Extract color For extracting a specific color and taking the rest of the picture in black and white. Red/Magenta/Cyan/Blue/ Green/Yellow Illustration Creates an image that looks as - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 195
Only JPEG files and RAW files captured with this camera can be edited using the Digital Filters. 1 Select an image in Playback mode. 2 Select [Digital Filter] in the [Q Playback 1] menu. 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital Filter 8 Resize Cropping Protect DPOF MENU Exit 3 Press the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 196
. Continue selecting filters Uses filters in combination Save as Cancel MENU OK OK 8 Press the 4 button. If [Uses filters in combination] was selected, the camera will return to Step 4. If [Save as] was selected, the filter-processed image will be saved as a new image. Up to 20 filters can be - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 197
You can convert captured RAW files into JPEG files. Only RAW files captured with this camera can be edited. RAW files and JPEG files captured with other cameras cannot be edited on this camera. Editing a RAW Image 1 Select [RAW Development] in the [Q Playback 2] menu. 12 RAW Development Index - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 198
196 5 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as]. Save image as a new file Save as Cancel MENU OK OK 7 Press the 4 button. The edited image is saved under a different name. 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Exit - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 199
(p.157) F (Auto), G (Daylight), H (Shade), ^ (Cloudy), JD (Daylight colors fluorescent lights), JN (Daylight white fluorescent lights), JW (White light fluorescent lights), I (Tungsten Light), L (Flash), K (Manual) (p.159) -2.0 to +2.0 Off/Weakest/Weak/Strong sRGB/AdobeRGB On/Off Processing Images - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 200
198 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as] and press the 4 button. The RAW image is edited and saved as a new image. When the white balance is set to [Manual], press the mc button to display the measuring screen. Only the Spot measuring range is available. 8 Processing Images - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 201
9 Printing from the Camera This chapter describes how to make the printing settings. Setting the Printing Service (DPOF 200 Printing Using PictBridge 203 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 202
Service (DPOF) You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the SD Memory Card with recorded images to a store for printing. DPOF (Digital [DPOF] in the [Q Playback 1] menu. 12 Slideshow Image Comparison Digital Filter Resize Cropping Protect DPOF MENU Exit 2 Press the four-way - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 203
to 999). 100-0046 Copies 01 Date MENU Date OK OK 7 Press the 4 button. The DPOF setting for the selected image is saved and the camera returns to Playback mode. Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo processing lab, the 9 date may not be imprinted on the pictures - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 204
. DPOF setting for all images Copies 00 Date MENU Date OK OK 3 Press the 4 button. The DPOF settings for all images are saved and the camera returns to the screen that was displayed before selecting the menu. The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 205
DPOF settings (p.209) • Use of the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) is recommended when connecting the camera to a printer. The printer may not work properly or the image data may be lost if the battery set runs out of power while the camera is connected to the printer. • Do not disconnect the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 206
A pop-up menu appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [PictBridge]. 123 Brightness Level LCD Color Tuning Video Output USB Connection Auto Power Off Select battery Reset MENU Cancel ±0 NTSC PC PictBridge AUTO OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The setting is changed. 5 Press the 3 button - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 207
provided USB cable toward the S mark on the camera, and connect the USB cable to the USB/Video terminal. UP 3 Connect the other end of the USB cable to a PictBridge- compatible printer. The PictBridge logo is displayed on PictBridge compatible printers. 4 Turn the printer on. 5 After the printer - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 208
) to choose an image to print. Select printing mode Single Image All Images DPOF AUTOPRINT OK OK 100-0046 Print this image Printing from the Camera Copies 1 Date MENU Date OK OK 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the number of copies. 9 You can print up to 99 copies - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 209
You can only choose a size that is supported by your printer. When [_ Setting] is selected to the printer settings. 9 Press the 4 button. Paper Size _Setting Card L 100×150 Postcard 4″×6″ MENU C a n c e l 2L settings. [Paper Type] with more Es supports higher quality paper. [Quality] with more - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 210
select [Printing starts] and press the 4 button. All the images are printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing. Printing from the Camera - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 211
select [Printing starts] and press the 4 button. The images are printed according to the settings. Press the 3 button to cancel printing. Printing from the Camera Disconnecting the USB Cable 9 Disconnect the USB cable from the camera and printer when you have finished printing. 1 Turn off the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 212
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change the camera settings. How to Operate the Set-up Menu 212 Formatting the SD Memory Card 214 Setting the Beep Setting, Date and Time, and Display Language 215 Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display 220 Setting the Folder Name/File Number Naming Convention 224 Selecting the Video Output - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 214
monitor. p.222 Video Output Sets the output format to the AV device. p.225 R2 USB Connection Sets the USB cable connection (computer or printer). p.204 Auto Power Off Sets the time to turn off automatically. p.225 Select battery Selects the type of batteries inserted in the camera. p.226 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 215
Format Formats the SD Memory Card. p.214 [R Set-up 1] menu 123 Date Adjust World Time Text Size Guide display Folder Name Beep MENU Exit English Std. 3sec Date [R Set-up 2] menu 123 Brightness Level LCD Color Tuning Video Output USB Connection Auto Power Off Select battery Reset MENU Exit - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 216
214 Formatting the SD Memory Card Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be damaged - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 217
the Beep On and Off You can turn the camera operation beep on or off. The default setting is all O (On). There are five items that you can set: In-focus, AE-L (AE Lock button operation sound), RAW (RAW button operation sound), Self-timer and Remote Control. 1 Select [Beep] in the [R Set-up 1] menu - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 218
and time on the monitor when traveling overseas. 1 Select [World Time] in the [R Set-up 1] menu. 2 10 Press the four-way controller (5). Camera Settings The [World Time] screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to select X (Destination) or W (Hometown). This setting changes the date - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 219
twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Camera Settings • See "List of World Time Cities" (p.218) for cities in Step 4 to set the city and DST setting. • X appears in the guide display and status screen if World Time is set to X (Destination). (p.22) • - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 220
Lima Santiago Caracas Buenos Aires Sao Paulo Rio de Janeiro Europe Lisbon Madrid London Paris Amsterdam Milan Rome 10 Copenhagen Camera Settings Berlin Prague Stockholm Budapest Warsaw Athens Helsinki Moscow Region Africa/ West Asia East Asia City Dakar Algiers Johannesburg - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 221
, Korean, Chinese (Traditional/ Simplified) and Japanese. Set in [Language/ ] in the [R Set-up 1] menu (p.212). MENU Cancel OK OK 1 Setting the Display Language (p.50) 10 Camera Settings - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 222
Folder Name Beep MENU Cancel English Std. Large Date OK OK Setting the Guide Display Time Set the length of time that the guides are displayed on the monitor when the camera is turned on or the Capture mode is changed. (p.22) Select from [Off], [3 sec], [10 sec] and [30 sec]. The default - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 223
when the monitor is hard to see. Set in [Brightness Level] in the [R Set-up 2] menu (p.212). 123 Brightness Level 0 MENU Cancel OK OK 10 Camera Settings - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 224
the 4 button. 5 Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Camera Settings 10 Setting the Display for Instant Review You can set the Instant Review display time and whether or not to display the histogram and Bright/Dark area warning. The default - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 225
four-way controller (23) to select a display time, and then press the 4 button. MENU Instant Review Display Time Histogram Bright/Dark area 1sec 3sec 5sec Off MENU Cancel OK OK 4 Use the four-way . 10 The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Camera Settings - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 226
two digits of Guide display Folder Name Beep MENU Cancel English Std. 3sec Date PENTX OK OK Selecting the File Number Setting Camera Settings You can select a method for assigning the file number of an image when 10 saved to a new folder. Select O (On) or P (Off) for [File No.] in [Memory - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 227
up 2] menu (p.212). 123 Brightness Level LCD Color Tuning Video Output USB Connection Auto Power Off Select battery Reset MENU Cancel ±0 NNTTSSCC PPCAL 1min AUTO OK OK 1 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment (p.186) The default video output format differs depending on the region. When you switch - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 228
correctly determined. Please set the correct battery type. Usually, there is no problem using automatic detection. However in low temperatures and when using batteries that were stored for long periods of time, set the appropriate battery type so the camera can correctly determine the remaining - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 229
.]. Set in [20. Power lamp] setting in the [A Custom Setting 3] menu (p.78). 20.Power lamp Std. Weak Off The power lamp is lit when the camera is switched on Even if the power lamp is set to [Off], the lamp lights up while the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 230
the image sensor assembly to make adjustments Pixel Mapping Cancel OK OK When the battery level is low, [Not enough battery remaining to activate Pixel Mapping] is displayed on the monitor. Use the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) or use batteries with ample power remaining. 10 Camera Settings - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 231
settings to save when the camera is turned off. The following settings can be saved: Flash Mode, Drive Mode, White Balance, Sensitivity, EV Compensation, Flash Exp. Comp., Playback Display and File No. The default setting is O (On) for all settings. 1 Select [Memory] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 232
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11Resetting to Default Settings Resets the camera settings. Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu ... 232 Resetting the Custom Menu 233 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 234
[A Rec. Mode] menus, [Q Playback] menus and [R Set-up] menus can be reset to default settings. Language/ , Date Adjust, World Time city, Text Size, Video Output and [A Custom Setting] menu settings are not reset. 1 Select [Reset] in the [R Set-up 2] menu. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 235
Resetting the Custom Menu 233 Reset settings in [A Custom Setting] menu to default settings. 1 Select [Reset Custom function] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The [Reset Custom function] screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset]. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 236
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12Appendix Default Settings 236 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations 240 Cleaning the CCD 243 Optional Accessories 248 Error Messages 252 Troubleshooting 255 Main Specifications 258 Glossary 262 Index 267 WARRANTY POLICY 272 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 238
. The current setting (last memory) is saved when the camera is turned off. Reset Setting Yes : The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.231). No : The setting is saved even after reset. Direct Keys Item Drive Mode Flash Mode White Balance Sensitivity Default Setting - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 239
Item Display Time Instant Review Histogram Bright/Dark area Memory (Select function) Help button Digital Preview RAW button function Histogram Bright/ Off P (Off) Yes p.177 Yes Image Comparison - - p.176 Digital Filter* B&W Yes p.192 Resize Maximum size according to the setting - - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 240
238 Item Default Setting Playback Bright/Dark area dsp. methd. Quick Zoom Multi-img dsp. stngs. Delete All P (Off) P (Off) 9 imgs. (DST) Text Size Guide display Folder Name Beep Brightness Level LCD Color Tuning Video Output USB Connection 12 Auto Power Off Select battery Reset Pixel Mapping Dust - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 241
order 7. Shadow Compensation 8. Adjust White Balance 9. = Button function 10. AF in remote control 11. Slow Shutter Speed NR 12. High-ISO Noise Reduction 13. e-dial in Program 14. Release when Charging 15. Flash in Wireless Mode 16. WB when using flash 17. Display Sensitivity 18. Catch-in focus 19 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 242
(With the focus indicator)*2 (With Matte field) Five AF points Power zoom Aperture Priority Automatic Exposure Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure Manual Exposure P-TTL Auto Flash*3 Multi (16-segment) metering Automatic lens focal length acquirement when using the Shake Reduction function DA/DA - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 243
use the KAF3 mount. FA prime lenses (non-zoom lenses), DA or DA L lenses without ultrasonic motors and D FA, FA J and F lenses use the KAF mount. See the lens manual for details. Note that this camera is not equipped with a power zoom function. Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 244
S (with diaphragm accessories such as extension tube K) c (Aperture Priority) mode Manual diaphragm lens such as reflex lens (lens only) c (Aperture aperture value set manually. The camera operates in c (Aperture Priority) mode regardless of the mode dial setting other than a (Manual) mode when - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 245
the CCD 243 Shadows may appear in the image on white backgrounds and other shooting conditions if the CCD becomes select O (On) to turn Dust Removal on every time the camera is turned on. MENU When Dust Removal is completed, the camera returns to the [R Set-up 3] menu. OK Start 12 Appendix - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 246
function: • A DA, DA L, FA J lens or a D FA, FA and F lens that has an Aperture s (Auto) position is (5). The [Dust Alert] screen appears. 3 Fully display a white wall or uniformly bright subject in the viewfinder and press the camera return to the [R Set-up 3] menu. 12 x1 OK Exit Appendix - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 247
the Dust Alert function. Note that if the direction of the lens is changed before processing is complete, dust will not be detected saved when an SD Memory Card is not inserted. 245 • Regardless of the camera settings, Dust Alert image will be taken with specific shooting conditions. • Press - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 248
to prevent dirt and dust from accumulating on the CCD when no lens is on the camera. • When the battery level is low, [Not enough battery remaining to clean sensor] is displayed on the monitor. • It is recommended to use the AC adapter kit K-AC84 (optional) when cleaning the sensor. If you are not - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 249
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. 8 Turn off the camera. 9 Attach the lens after the mirror returns to its original position. 12 Appendix - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 250
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for details regarding accessories. Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with the camera. Power Supply Accessories AC Adapter kit K-AC84 (Set includes AC - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 251
especially designed for macro photography to take close, shadowless pictures of small objects. It is compatible with existing TTL auto flash functions and it can be used with a wide range of PENTAX cameras by using the provided adapter ring. AF160FC Hot Shoe Adapter FG Extension Cord F5P Off - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 252
switched between 1× and 2×. Magnifier FB Diopter correction lens adapter M This accessory adjusts the diopter. Install it on the viewfinder. (*) Ref-converter A Diopter correction lens adapter M Remote Control F Lets you shoot pictures from within 5 m of the front of the camera. 12 Appendix - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 253
251 Camera Case/Strap Camera Case O-CC84 Camera Strap O-ST84 (*) Imagesensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1 Clean the optical parts such as the CCD and lens of this camera. Others Body Mount Cap K Hot Shoe Cover FK (*) USB Cable I-USB7 (*) Video Cable I-VC28 12 Appendix - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 254
The SD Memory Card has a problem, and image capture and playback are impossible. It may be viewable on a computer but not with this camera. Card not formatted The SD Memory Card you have inserted is unformatted or has been formatted on other device and is not compatible with this camera. Use the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 255
mapping if the battery level is insufficient. Replace the batteries with new ones or use an AC adaptor kit K-AC84 (optional). (p.40) The maximum folder number (999) and file number (9999) are being used, and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or format the card. (p.214) The - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 256
this signal is received from the printer. After two seconds, the printer resumes printing. No ink in the printer Printer has run out of ink. Replace ink and print. Paper stuck in the printer Paper is jammed in the printer. Remove paper and print. Data error A data error has occurred during - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 257
Troubleshooting 255 We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center. Problem Cause Remedy Batteries are not installed Check if batteries are installed. If not, install charged batteries. The camera does not turn on Batteries are not installed properly Check - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 258
The camera does not have the power zoom function Use manual zoom. (p.64) The USB connection with a computer does not work properly The USB Connection is set to [PictBridge] Set [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up 2] menu to [PC]. (p.204) Refer to p.11 of the "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 259
257 Problem not work The Shake Reduction function is not set properly If a lens for which focal length information cannot be acquired is used, set the In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting them - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 260
Specifications Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera with built-in retractable P-TTL flash compatible, Print Image Matching III compatible, RAW+JPEG simultaneous capturing compatible C (Best), D (Better), and E (Good) Storage Medium SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 261
K-mount with power contacts) Lens Used PENTAX KAF3 mount lenses, KAF2 mount lenses (power zoom not available), KAF mount lenses, KA mount lenses Autofocus System TTL phase-matching autofocus system, SAFOX (5-point AF), Wide/Spot switching, AF operational brightness range: EV -1 to 18 (at ISO 100 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 262
when the camera is turned on. Power Battery Exhaustion Four AA lithium, AA Ni-MH rechargeable, or AA alkaline batteries Battery exhaustion symbol ? is lit. (The shutter is locked when ? starts blinking.) In/Out Port USB/Video terminal (USB 2.0 (high speed compatible)) Video Output Format - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 263
four AA alkaline batteries and an SD Memory Card) Hot shoe cover FK, Eyecup FQ, Body mount cover, USB Cable IUSB7, Software (CD-ROM) S-SW84 (PENTAX PHOTO Browser 3/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 3), Strap O-ST84, AA lithium batteries (four), Operating Manual (this book), Quick Guide, PENTAX PHOTO Browser - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 264
, using the flash, or raising the shutter speed. Alternatively, use a tripod to stabilize the camera. As camera shake is mostly likely to occur when pressing the shutter release button, use the Shake Reduction function, the self-timer or the remote control unit to prevent camera movement. 12 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 265
contrast and appears black. DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) A digital camera file system standard support and compatibility for the images increases significantly. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) Rules for writing information onto a card with recorded images regarding the specific - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 266
the image brightness by changing the shutter speed and/or aperture value. Exif (Exchangeable image file format for digital still camera) A standard digital camera file format established by the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA). Focus point Position in the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 267
by slow shutter speed or high sensitivity shooting. NTSC/PAL These are video output formats. NTSC is mainly used in Japan, North America, are data before being internally processed by the camera. Camera settings at the time of capture, such as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation, and Sharpness can - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 268
266 Vignetting The picture edges are blackened when part of the light coming from the subject is blocked by the hood or filter ring, or when the flash is partially blocked by the lens. White Balance While shooting, color temperature is adjusted to match the light source so that the subject appears - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 269
...96 AV Equipment 186 B B&W (Digital Filter 192 Batteries 37, 226 Beep 215 Brightness (Digital Filter) ......193 Brightness Level 221 Brightness of the Monitor .....221 Built-in Flash 65 Bulb Shooting 100 C 12 Appendix Calendar display 171 Camera shake 121 Candlelight U 82 Capture - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 270
Card access lamp 17 Catch-in focus 118 CCD cleaning 243 Center-weighted 103 City names 218 Cloudy (White Balance) ....... 159 Color (Digital Exposure Mode 89 Exposure Warning ......95, 97, 99 External flash 140 Extract color (Digital Filter 132, 192 Eyecup 48 F File Format 152 File number - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 271
50 LCD Color Tuning 222 Lens 46, 240 Lens unlock button ...........19, 47 Lithium batteries 37 Lock Exposure 115 M a (Manual) Mode 98 Macro q 81 Main switch 19, 21, 49 Manual focus 116 Manual Mode a 98 Manual White Balance .........161 Matte Field 117 Memory 229 3 button .......19, 21, 30 - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 272
Print Service 200 Print Single Image 206 Printer connection 205 Program Mode e 90 Protect 184 P-TTL (Flash 145 P-TTL Auto (Flash 141 Remote Control 128 Reset 231 Resize 188 Retro (Digital Filter) ......132, 192 Rotate 175 S Saturation 157 H (Scene 82 SD Memory Card 42 Select battery - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 273
Camera (Digital Filter 132, 192 Trailing curtain sync 146 Tungsten Light (White Video cable 186 Video Output Format 225 Viewfinder 28, 48 Vignetting 266 271 W F (White Balance) .........159 White Balance 159 Wireless Mode (Flash) .........142 World Time 216 Z Zoom Display 167 Zoom Lens - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 274
, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No refunds will be made on repairs by nonauthorized PENTAX service facilities. Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any PENTAX which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 275
, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. • This warranty policy does not affect the customer's statutory rights. • The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 276
user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part -special handling may apply. 12 The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 277
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: Located at: PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. .109. Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera Model Number: e/y Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: October, 2008, - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 278
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. - Pentax 17312 | User Manual - Page 279
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pentax.se) PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. (Headquarters) 600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A. (PENTAX Service Shanghai, 200032 CHINA (http://www.pentax.com.cn) http://www.pentax.jp/english • Specifications and external dimensions are subject to
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Operating Manual
For optimum camera performance, please read
the Operating Manual before using the camera.
SLR Digital Camera
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