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Pentax 21880 - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Weather Resistant Lens Manual

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    smc PENTAX-DA INTERCHANGEABLE LENS OPERATING MANUAL
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    . This lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras. • In this operating manual, "smc PENTAX-DA lens" is shortened to "DA lens." • Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance. • PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION. • SDM is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION.
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    USING YOUR LENS SAFELY 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation, please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. WARNING CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in serious injuries
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    container can cause damage to the lens. Be sure to read the instructions that come with the desiccant before use.) 2. Be careful when handling lenses camera with the lens cap off attached to a tripod or other rigid camera support. The inner parts of the camera can be damaged by direct sunlight. 8.
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    Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited 14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited 14 FOCUSING ...15 Changing the Focus Mode 15 For the DA lens 15 Using Autofocus 16 Focusing with the OK Button 16 Using Manual Focus 18 Using the Quick-Shift Focus
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    LENS ...25 Magnification Scale 25 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD 26 Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood 26 Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood 27 Bayonet Type ...27 Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood 28 About the PL filter window 29
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    5 Circular polarizing filters and vignetting 35 Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters 36 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH 40 Built-in Flash ...40 External Flash 40 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash 42 TRIPOD MOUNT ...45 Removing the Tripod Mount
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    PENTAX-DA LENS • The smc PENTAX-DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for digital cameras. Its image circle is specialized for image sensors in PENTAX mounted on a camera that supports supersonic motors, the autofocus is quiet and smooth. • The DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM uses a circular
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    because each part is individually sealed. This makes it difficult for dust and water to enter the lens. • Lenses with simplified weather-resistant construction DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR, DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR These lenses are made with a simplified weather-resistant construction by using
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    8 smc PENTAX-DA LENS Focusing ring Distance scale window Lens hood attaching index Distance scale Depth-of-field scale Mounting index Depth-of-field scale Distance index Note: • The DA lens does not have an aperture ring. Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto "A"
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    is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for PENTAX digital SLR cameras. There are three mounts for the DA lens, the KAF, KAF2 and KAF3. KAF-mount KAF2-mount KAF3-mount AF coupler Lens information contacts AF coupler Lens information contacts Lens information contacts
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    DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors (including the with firmware older than version 1.30), the autofocus is operated by the AF motor in the camera body. * In both cases focusing can be done manually
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    center of the display. will display the firmware Download and install the firmware update for the using the link below. • Firmware Download Page: http://www.pentax.jp/english/support/download_digital.html
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    12 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 2 Mounting index 1. To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. "Memo: • Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens,
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    the dedicated lens cap over the lens hood on the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited, DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF], and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited. Also, with the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited, DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited, and DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited, it is possible to mount the F49mm lens
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    14 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited Screw the lens cap to the front of the lens. Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens, then screw the lens cap onto the lens hood.
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    the camera's focus mode switch to change between autofocus mode and manual focus mode. For details, refer to your camera operating manual. For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the DA lens is used to change between the autofocus and manual focus modes (the focus mode switch on the camera is
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    the shutter release button halfway and enable focusing by pressing the OK button. "Memo: • For details on the setting procedure, refer to the camera operating manual.
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    f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR - DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 15mm f/4ED AL
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    , you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. Manually turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus. You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. The Quick Shift Focus System is not available with the following lenses. - DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED
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    19 How to use the Quick-Shift Focus System 1. Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter release button halfway to autofocus. With the , , or / cameras, you can also press the AF button to focus. With the , , , , , , or cameras set as explained
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    See the camera operating manual for details about the setting procedure. • When focusing with manual focus or the Quick-Shift DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] - DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM - DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM - DA
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    f/2.8ED [IF] SDM, DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM focusing • The mechanism does not allow the angle of rotation of the focusing ring and the distance scale to align while focusing. Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture. This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick
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    22 Precautions on close-distance scale (For DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL, DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR, DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL) In the close-distance scale range (minimum focus distance range), when shooting at the maximum aperture, image quality in the corners of the picture
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    Focusing index Focusing ring Distance scale Zoom index ZOOM LENS Mounting index 23 Lens hood attaching index Zoom ring Focal length scale
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    24 The zoom lens has a focusing ring on the front side and a zoom ring on the rear side. Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view (lens focal length). "Memo: • The focusing point may shift slightly by changing the focal length. First adjust the zoom and then adjust the focus. • The
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    MACRO LENS 25 DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from infinity to life-size [1x]. Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by denominators on the distance scale. "5" indicates "1/5x". When determining the magnification first, set the magnification in the manual focus mode and
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    26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of a lens hood is recommended. a a. Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it. The hood is telescopic. Extend it fully
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    27 b c Lens hood attaching index b. Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it. c. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood,
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    28 d Lens hood attaching index d. Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood) When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens,
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    to make manipulating the polarizing filter easier. - DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM - DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR - DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED - DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 17-70mm f/4AL [IF] SDM - DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM
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    30 How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1. Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above. 2. Turn the outer rim of the circular polarizing filter from the PL filter window as shown above. 3 3. Attach the PL filter window cap. "Memo: • When shooting,
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    in lens hood The following lenses have a lens hood built into the lens body. The hood cannot be removed from the lens. • DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] • DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited (*), DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited (*) Lenses marked with an * have a built-in sliding hood which should be extended.
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    each lens is listed on pages 47-53. • Filters cannot be mounted on the DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF]. Precaution on filters • Since a filter becomes , attaching a circular polarizing filter and another filter is not a problem. • Use a circular polarizing filter with an autofocus camera for
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    33 Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited lens It is possible to attach a 49mm diameter filter to the front of the DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited lens, but not when the dedicated lens hood is attached. To use a filter with the dedicated lens hood, screw a 43mm
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    the DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited lens, attach the 49mm diameter filter to the front of the lens. To use it together with the dedicated lens hood, screw it on over the filter that is attached. "Memo: • The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX.
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    , vignetting may occur in the four corners of the image. Refer to the "Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters" on the following page for information on compatibility of PENTAX circular polarizing filters (currently not in production) with various lenses. There are two types of
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    and used. However, the built-in lens hood cannot be withdrawn while the A type circular polarizing filter is attached. YES DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited*1 DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM*1 DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited*1 YES YES YES Use a filter with a diameter of 49mm. YES YES YES Use a filter with a diameter of 49mm
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    , the dedicated bayonet hood cannot be mounted on top of the A type circular polarizing filter. YES DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF]*2 DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM *YES *Vignetting occurs at focal lengths below 15mm. NO
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    polarizing filter (A type) Compatibility Notes Circular polarizing filter (B type) Compatibility Notes DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM *YES *Can be mounted and used
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    other PENTAX filters (such as the Skylight) besides circular polarizing filters. *3 The dedicated hood cannot be mounted if a filter including a circular polarizing filter is mounted on the front of the lens. "Memo: • Filters, including circular polarizing filters, cannot be mounted on the DA FISH
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    control and vignetting in the picture corners. • Refer to the "Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash" chart on page 42 for information on External flash units can be used while the lens hood is mounted without problems if it is possible to set their zoom [coverage angle] up to 28mm
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    41 zDA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] PENTAX external flash units which cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR, or 16mm lens angle of view of the lens. zDA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM zDA 16-45mm f/4ED AL PENTAX external flash units which cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR, or 16mm lens on a digital SLR, can be
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    DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] DA 16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM DA L 18-55mm
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    43 Compatibility Lens DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM YES YES YES YES YES YES , , YES YES YES YES YES YES / , , , , YES YES YES YES YES YES , YES YES
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    44 *5 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 35mm, or when the focal length is 35mm and the shooting distance is 1 m or less. *6 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 35mm. *7 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 24mm, or when the focal length is 24mm and the
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    -250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM and DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM are equipped with the tripod mount. To position the camera vertically or horizontally, loosen the camera position shift lock screw, turn
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    46 Removing the Tripod Mount To remove the mount, use a coin to loosen the screw by turning it to the left. Be careful not to loosen the screw too much or else it may fall out. Insert a coin into the slot on the screw and turn to the left.
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    SPECIFICATIONS 47 * For use with any PENTAX digital SLR camera. * AL = Uses an aspheric lens, ED = Lens made with extra-low dispersion glass, IF = Inner focus-type lens, SDM = Lens with a supersonic motor Lens DA 14mm f/2.8ED [IF] DA 15mm f/4ED AL Limited DA 21mm f/3.2 AL Limited Focal length
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    48 Lens DA 35mm f/2.8 Macro Limited DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited DA 55mm f/1.4 SDM Focal length 35mm (equivalent to approx. 40mm (equivalent to approx. 55mm (equivalent to approx. 53.5mm in 35mm format) 61mm in 35mm format) 84.5mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 9-8 5-4 9-8 Angle of view 44°
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    49 Lens DA 70mm f/2.4 Limited DA 200mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM Focal length 70mm (equivalent to 200mm (equivalent to 300mm (equivalent to approx. 107mm in 35mm approx. 307mm in 35mm approx. 460mm
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    -EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED [IF] DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL [IF] DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL Focal length 10-17mm (35mm conversion not possible) 12-24mm (equivalent to approx. 18.5-37mm in 35mm format) 16-45mm (equivalent to approx. 24.5-69mm in 35mm format) Elements in groups 10-8 13-11 13-10 Angle
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    16-50mm f/2.8ED AL [IF] SDM DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Focal length 16-50mm (equivalent to 17-70mm (equivalent to 18-55mm (equivalent to approx. 24.5-76.5mm in approx. 26-107mm in approx. 27.5-84.5mm in 35mm format) 35mm format) 35mm format) Elements in groups
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    52 Lens DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR DA 50-135mm f/2.8ED [IF] SDM DA L 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED Focal length 18-55mm (equivalent to 50-135mm (equivalent to 50-200mm (equivalent to approx. 27.5-84.5mm in approx. 76.5-207mm in approx. 76.5-307mm in 35mm format)
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    53 Lens DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED WR DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8ED DA 60-250mm f/4ED [IF] SDM Focal length 50-200mm (equivalent to 55-300mm (equivalent to 60-250mm (equivalent to approx. 76.5-307mm in approx. 84.5-
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    installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    55 Memo
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    56 Memo
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    57 Memo
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    Wallisellen, Postfach 367, 8305 Dietlikon, SWITZERLAND (http://www.pentax.ch) PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. (Headquarters) 600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A. (PENTAX Service Department) 12061 Tejon St. STE 600 Westminster, Colorado 80234
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smc PENTAX-DA
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS
OPERATING MANUAL