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    SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual For optimum camera performance, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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    this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera's capabilities. Lenses you can use In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an Aperture s (Auto) position. To use any other lens or accessory, see
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    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 the telephoto lens attached, as viewing the
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    (such as at a wedding or during traveling). Pictures cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (SD Memory Card), etc. • Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as
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    on the camera. • Refer to "Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card" (p.30) 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 do not press forcefully on the LCD monitor
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    the Strap 24 Inserting the Batteries 25 Batteries 26 Battery Level Indicator 27 Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries 27 Using the AC Adapter (Optional 28 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card 29 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 31 Turning the Camera On
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    Lens 48 Using the Built-in Flash 49 Using the Built-in Flash 49 Other Shooting Modes 53 Continuous Shooting 53 Self-Timer Shooting 55 Remote Control Shooting (Remote Control F: Sold Separately) ........59 Using Mirror Lock Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake 62 Playing Back Still Pictures
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    107 Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 108 Setting the Image Tone 108 Setting the Recorded Pixels 109 Setting the Quality Focus (Focus Lock 123 Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus 125 Setting the Exposure 127 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed 127 Selecting the Metering
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    and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash 151 Using an External Flash (Optional 153 Settings During Playback 160 Changing Playback Display Method 160 Displaying Bright Portion Warning 160 Setting the Slideshow Display Interval 161 Camera Settings 162 Formatting the SD Memory Card 162
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    Settings 174 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .......... 178 Notes on [Using Aperture Ring 180 Cleaning the CCD 181 Optional Accessories 183 Error Messages 186 Troubleshooting 188 Main Specifications 190 Specifications for Remote Control F (Optional 192 Glossary 193 Index
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    manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using Your Camera 1 Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts. 2 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be 3 sure to read it and follow the instructions
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    10 Memo
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    1 Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and names of working parts before use. L Camera Characteristics 12 Checking the Contents of the Package 13 Names of Working Parts 14
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    Universal Design have been implemented to various parts of the camera. The large, high-resolution LCD monitor and easy-to-use menus make the camera easier to operate. The captured area (view angle) will differ between the L and 35 mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size
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    on camera) Eyecup FN (Installed on camera) ME Viewfinder cap Before Using Your Camera Body mount cover (Installed on camera) USB cable I-USB17 Video cable I-VC28 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW34 Strap O-ST10 AA Alkaline batteries* (four) Operating Manual (this manual) PENTAX PHOTO Browser
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    14 Names of Working Parts Before Using Your Camera Camera 1 Lens mount index Shutter release button Main switch Self-Timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Lens unlock button 3 button i button M button Q button Mirror AF coupler Focus mode lever Lens information contacts e-dial L/Z button Four-way
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    K button Mode dial Strap lug Cable switch terminal USB/Video terminal DC input terminal Terminal cover LCD monitor 15 Before Using Your Camera Built-in flash Hot shoe mc button 1 LCD panel Diopter adjustment lever Card cover Card cover unlock lever Card access lamp Viewfinder
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    . Before Using Your Camera LCD monitor While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial Guides appear on the LCD monitor for three seconds when powered on or setting dial mode. Select [Off] for [Guide display] in [H Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.99) 1 2 34 5 6 1600 7 Auto Picture Program 06 / 25
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    3456 16 7 8 17 9 10 11 18 12 13 Before Using Your Camera 1 Focus mode (p.118) 2 Shooting mode (p.104) 3 AE metering (p.130) 4 Flash mode (p.49) 5 Drive mode (p.102) 6 Auto bracket (p.145) 7 ISO sensitivity (p.115) 8 Image tone (p.108) 9 Quality level (p.110) 10 Recorded pixels (p.109) 11
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    160) Before Using Your Camera Detailed Information 100-0001 Aperture (p.136) 9 EV compensation (p.141) 10 Saturation (p.111) 11 Shooting mode (p.104) 12 AE metering (p.130) 13 Flash mode (p.49) 14 Drive mode (p.102) 15 Auto bracket (p.145) 16 Sharpness (p.111) 17 ISO sensitivity (p.115) 18 Image
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    19 Histogram Display 1 2 100-0046 3 1 Before Using Your Camera 4 1 Capture quality (Image file type) 2 Image folder number and file number (p.169) 3 Protect icon (p.77) 4 Histogram • Areas where blooming occurred blink if Bright Portion warning is on. (p.160) • Press the four-
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    1 1 Before Using Your Camera 34 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 Autofocus frame (p.39) 2 Spot metering frame (p.130) 3 Flash status (p.49) Appears when flash is available and blinks when flash is recommended but not set. 4 Manual white balance (p.113) Appears when manual white balance is in use
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    output. Blinks quickly when compensating exposure and flash output. Adjusted value appears where number of recordable images is shown. Before Using Your Camera 11 Number of recordable images/EV compensation 1 Show the number of recordable images with current quality and recorded pixel setting
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    following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. 1 Before Using Your Camera 1 72 8 3 9 4 5 610 11 1 Shutter speed (p.134) 5 Focusing area (p.121) 2 Aperture (p.136) No indicator : Wide 3 Flash mode (p.49) M : Spot b : Built-in flash is ready 6 AE metering (p.130
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    from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap 24 Inserting the Batteries 25 Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card .........29 Turning the Camera On and Off 32 Initial Settings 33 Attaching the Lens 37 Adjusting the Viewfinder
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    24 Attaching the Strap 1 2 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure on the inside of the clasp. Getting Started 2 Pass the other end of the strap through the other strap lug on the camera, then secure on the inside of the clasp.
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    AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries. This camera is packaged with AA alkaline batteries for checking the camera's functionality but some other kinds of batteries are also compatible. Refer to "Batteries" (p.26) for details on compatible batteries and when to use
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    These are rechargeable and are economical. AA lithium batteries Recommended in cold climates. Provided with the camera. These are easily obtainable when your usual batteries run out but they may not support AA alkaline batteries all the camera functions under certain conditions. We do not
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    on the LCD panel. { lit ¶ : Battery is full. } lit : Battery is running low. ¶ 2 ? lit ¶ : Battery is almost empty. ? blink : The camera turns off after displaying a message. Getting Started Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time (new batteries) Batteries CR-V3 AA
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    cord terminal and the power outlet. SD Memory Card and data will be corrupted if disconnected while camera is recording or reading data. • Be sure to read the AC adapter D-AC10 operating manual when using the AC adapter. • The rechargeable batteries in your camera will not charge when connected to
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    the SD Memory 29 Card Captured images are recorded on the SD Memory Card. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card (market product). • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while card access lamp is lit. • Format new SD Memory Card. Also format SD Memory Card
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    changes in temperature or to condensation. • For information on compatible SD Memory Card, visit the PENTAX website or contact your nearest PENTAX customer service center. • Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Card used with other cameras. 1Formatting the SD Memory Card (p.162)
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    pictures you have taken. Pictures with larger recorded size or the more E are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card the approximate image storage capacity and recording time when using a 128MB SD Memory Card. •
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    On and Off 1 2 Move the main switch to [ON] position. The camera will turn on. Move the main switch to [OFF] position to turn off the camera. Getting Started • Always turn the camera off when not in use. • The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set
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    to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on. 2 Setting the Display Language You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following
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    34 4 Press the four-way controller (3). The cursor moves to [W]. 5 Press the four-way controller (45) to select the city. 6 Press the four-way controller (3). 2 The cursor moves to DST (daylight saving time). Getting Started 7 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O (On) or P (Off). 8
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    35 Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display style. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Date Adjust Date Style mm/dd/yy24h 2 Date 01 / 01 / 2005 Time 00 : 00 Cancel OK OK Getting Started 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to
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    the time. If you select [12h] in Step 4, the setting switches between am and pm depending on the time. 9 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take pictures. If you set the date and time with the menu operations, the screen will return to the [H Set-up] menu. Press the 4 button
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    Lens 37 Getting Started All camera exposure modes are available when using DA, D FA, FA J or other lenses with Aperture s (Auto) position. Some functions are restricted when lenses are not set to Aperture s (Auto). Also see "Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]" (p.180). Other lenses and accessories
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    • 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. Clean
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    it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways camera leaves the factory. Diopter adjustment is available with the eyecup attached. However, adjustment is easier with the eyecup removed as shown above. To remove the eyecup, pull one side of the Eyecup
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    40 Memo
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    for Scenes 47 Using the Zoom Lens 48 Using the Built-in Flash 49 Other Shooting Modes 53 Playing Back Still Pictures 63 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment .........70 Processing Images with Filters 71 Deleting Images 73 Setting the Printing Service (DPOF 79 Printing Using PictBridge 83
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    gently when taking a picture. 3 Basic Operations Horizontal position Vertical position • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object this. • When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid
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    so it will choose the optimum settings based on the subject lighting, distance and motion. 1 Set the mode dial to I. The camera will select the optimal capturing mode for the subject. 3 1Selecting the Appropriate Capturing Mode for Scenes (p.47) Basic Operations 2 Set the focus mode lever
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    of the subject. 1Using the Zoom Lens (p.48) Basic Operations 4 3 Manually lift the flash when Flash mode is not set to [Auto].) 1OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON (p.45) 1Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects (p.46) 1Using the Built-in Flash (p.49) 5 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture
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    halfway (first position) turns on the viewfinder and LCD panel indicators and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it fully (second position) takes the picture. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture to prevent camera shake. • Practice pressing the shutter release button
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    46 Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions (a to f below). These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator ] in the viewfinder. If the subject cannot be focused automatically, set
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    U (Normal), = (Portrait), s (Landscape), q (Macro), \ (Moving Object), . (Night Scene Portrait), a (Flash OFF) with the mode dial if desired image is not captured. The modes are as follows. I (Auto Picture) U (Normal) = (Portrait) Selects automatically from Normal, Portrait, Landscape, Macro, and
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    capture a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust it to the desired size and take the picture. 1 3 Turn the zoom ring to the right or magnified the image appears. • Power Zoom functions (Image Size Tracking, Zoom Clip, and Auto Zoom Effect) are not compatible with this camera. Wide Angle
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    test shot to confirm this. 1DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash (p.151) • 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). B Auto discharge
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    be selected. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a flash mode. 4 Press the 4 button twice. The camera is ready to take a picture. OK Exit Flash Mode Auto discharge OK OK Using Auto Discharge B, C (Automatic Flash Popup) 1 Set the mode dial to I, U, =, q, or .. 2 Press the shutter
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    51 Switch between Auto discharge mode and Manual discharge mode (Flash ON) by pressing the K button while the built-in flash is popped up. If Auto discharge is set, E appears on the LCD panel. 3 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. 4 Push down on the portion indicated in
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    shoot from closer if a zoom lens is in use. • Use a flash that supports red-eye reduction. 3 • 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
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    Other Shooting Modes 53 Continuous Shooting Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is held down. 1 Press the { button. 3 Basic Operations The Fn menu appears. Fn 200 OK Exit
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    Basic Operations The Drive Mode options screen appears. 3 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to select j. 4 Press the 4 button twice. The camera is ready to take pictures. Drive Mode Single frame shooting OK OK Drive Mode Continuous shooting OK OK 5 Press the shutter release button halfway. The
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    to enable shutter release before the builtin flash is ready. (p.147) Self-Timer Shooting This camera has two types of self-timers: g and r. g Shutter will be released after about 12 seconds. Use this mode to include the photographer in the picture. A mirror pops up immediately after shutter
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    56 2 Press the { button. Basic Operations 3 The Fn menu appears. Fn 3 Press the four-way controller (2). 200 OK Exit
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    The Drive Mode options screen appears. 4 Use the four-way controller (45) to select g or r. 5 Press the 4 button twice. The camera is ready to take pictures. 57 Drive Mode Single frame shooting OK OK 3 Drive Mode Self-Timer (12 secs) OK OK Basic Operations 6 Confirm in the viewfinder that the
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    viewfinder when the exposure mode is set to a (Manual) (p.138).) • Remove the Eyecup FN by pulling one side out and toward you when using accessories such as the ME viewfinder cap. Removing the Eyecup FN Attaching the ME Viewfinder cap 8 Turn the camera off after shooting. The next time the power
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    be released immediately after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed. i The shutter will be released three seconds after the shutter release button on the remote control unit is pressed. 3 1 Mount the camera to a tripod. Basic Operations 2 Press the { button. The Fn
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    the camera is in remote control wait status. Drive Mode Remote Control Unit OK OK 5 Press the 4 button twice. The camera is ready to take pictures. 6 the remote control. You can set [AF in remote control] to [On] in the custom function. (p.100) • When using the Remote Control Unit, flash does not
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    -in flash, raise the flash into position first. • The camera automatically returns to single frame shooting after the remote control shooting mode is left unused for five minutes. • The remote control unit battery can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Contact PENTAX service center
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    1 Mount the camera to a tripod. 2 Use the { button and the four-way controller (2) to select [r (2 sec. Self-Timer)]. (p.55) 3 Focus on the subject. 4 Press the shutter release button fully. The mirror pops up and the picture is taken two seconds later. AE lock is enabled with the exposure value set
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    Playing Back Still Pictures 63 Playing Back Images You can play back captured still pictures with the camera. Use the included PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1 software to play back using a PC. Refer to the "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1 Operating Manual" for details. 3 1 Press the
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    0001 100-0001 100-0001 OK OK OK OK 1 Press the Q button after taking a picture. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the four-way controller (3). The image is rotated 90° counterclockwise each time the button is pressed.
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    . Enlarging Playback Images 3 You can magnify images up to 12 times when displaying. Basic Operations 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor. 100
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    66 2 Turn the e-dial to the right (toward y). ×2 . 0 Image enlarges at each calibration and can be enlarged to 12 times the original. Turn in [Mag to Strt Zm Plybk] in [A Custom] menu. (p.101) Basic Operations Nine-Image Display You can display nine images on the LCD monitor at the same time.
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    1 Press the Q button. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed on the LCD monitor. 67 100-0046 Basic Operations 2 Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f). Up to nine thumbnail images will be displayed at once. Press the four-way controller (2345) to select
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    68 Slideshow You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card successively. To start continuous playback, use the menu screen displayed on the LCD monitor. 3 Basic Operations 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image to be displayed first. The most
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    3 Press the four-way controller (5). Start screen is displayed and slideshow begins. 69 Start Press any button to end slideshow. Press the shutter release button or the Q button, slide the main switch to | (preview) or turn the mode dial to change to Capture mode. 3 Set the display time for
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    on the TV. 3 Turn the TV and camera on. • If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter (optional) is recommended. (p.28) • For AV equipment with multiple video IN jacks (such as TVs), check the operating manual of the AV device, and select the video IN jack
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    edit shot images using digital filters. Processed images are saved under a different name. • RAW images cannot be processed using the digital filter. • Additionally, set digital filters from the [Q Playback] menu. 3 Basic Operations Digital Filter B&W Sepia Soft Slim Convert to a black and white
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    if slim filter is selected. Select softness from three levels if soft filter is selected. Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image. The image appears in the set slimness or softness. Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. Use the four-way controller (2) to select [Save
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    Deleting Images Deleting a Single Image 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. 2 Press the i button. The Delete screen appears. 73 3 100-
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    . • Protected images cannot be deleted. 1 32 Press the Q button. Press the i button twice. The Delete All screen appears. Basic Operations 3 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All] and press the 4 button. All images are deleted. Delete all images on memory card? Delete All
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    cannot be deleted. • Only files in the same folder can be selected at once. 1 Press the Q button. The most recently captured image (image with the largest file number) is displayed first on the LCD monitor. 3 100-0046 Basic Operations 2 Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f). Nine thumbnail
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    the four-way controller (2345) to move to the images to delete and press the 4 button. Image is selected and O appears. Press { button to select all images. (The selection of images may take time to complete depending on the number of images.) 5 Press the i button. The Delete confirmation screen
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    erased. Even protected images are deleted if the SD Memory Card is formatted. Basic Operations 1 Press the Q button and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image. The most recently captured images (image with the largest file number) are displayed first on the LCD monitor. 2 Press the
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    . 2 Press the Z button twice. The Protect all images screen appears. 3 Basic Operations 3 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect] and press the 4 button. All images saved in the SD Memory Card are protected. Protect all images Protect Unprotect OK OK Select [Unprotect] in step
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    prints by taking the SD Memory Card with recorded images to a store for a printing service. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies or to imprint the date. DPOF settings cannot be applied to RAW images. 3 Printing Single Images Set the following items
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    Date Fn All images 01 OK OK Basic Operations 6 Press the 4 button. The DPOF settings are saved and the camera returns to playback status . Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo processing lab, the date may not be imprinted on the pictures
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    four-way controller (2). The DPOF screen appears. OK Exit 3 100-0046 Copies Date Fn All images 00 OK OK 3 Press the { button. The screen for making DPOF settings for all images appears. DPOF setting for all images Copies Date 02 OK OK 4 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose the number
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    . The DPOF settings for all the images are saved and the camera returns to playback status. The number of copies specified in settings for all images applies to all the images. Before printing, check that the number is correct. Settings for single images are canceled when settings are made for
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    printing error may occur if the selected number of copies exceeds 500. • You cannot use the camera to select multiple images for printing on a single sheet. Make the settings on the printer. For details, refer to the operating manual for your printer. • See the "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/PENTAX PHOTO
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    Mode] menu appears. 3 Basic Operations 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select the [H Set-up] menu. Set-up Format Beep Date Adjust World Time Guide display Exit English 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Transfer Mode]. 4 Press the four-way controller (5). A pop-up menu appears.
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    Off File # Sensor Cleaning Cancel 0 NTSC PC PictBridge PC-F OK OK 3 Basic Operations Connecting the Camera to the Printer 1 Turn the camera off. 2 Connect the camera and PictBridge compatible printer using the USB cable supplied with the camera. The PictBridge logo is displayed on PictBridge
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    printer start-up is complete, turn the camera on. The PictBridge menu appears. 3 Select printing mode Print One Print All DPOF AUTOPRINT OK OK PictBridge menu is not displayed if [Transfer Mode] is set to [PC] or [PC-F]. Basic Operations Printing Single Images 1 Use the four-way controller (23
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    controller (2345) to choose the paper size. You can only choose a size that is supported by your printer. When the Paper Size is set to [Standard], images are printed according to the printer settings. Paper Size Standard Card L 100×150 Postcard 4"×6" Cancel 2L 8"×10" A4 Letter 11"×17" A3 OK OK
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    settings change screen appears after each item has been set. When the Paper Size is set to [Standard], images are printed according to the printer settings. Paper Type with more E supports higher quality paper. Quality with more E indicates higher print quality. 3 12 Press the 4 button twice. The
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    to insert the date or not and confirm the settings. 89 100-0046 Print all images The number of copies and the date setting that you choose apply to all of the images. Refer to "Printing Single Images" (p.86) for details on how to make the settings. 4 Press the 4 button. Copies Total 1 Date
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    Press the 4 button. The Print w/DPOF settings screen appears. Use the four-way controller (45) to check the image and print settings. Print settings are set with Print Service. (p.79) Print w/DPOF settings Copies Total 1 Date 10 OK Print Basic Operations 3 Press the 4 button. The print settings
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    4 Menu Reference Explains the functions of L by buttons and menus. Using the Button Functions 92 Using the Menu 96 Using the Fn Menu 102 Using the Mode Dial 104 When using menus and Fn menu, items which cannot be changed due to camera settings appear gray and cannot be selected.
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    Functions Menu Reference Capture Mode Functions of buttons used during shooting are noted. 1 2 4 4 3 10 5 11 6 12 7 13 8 14 9 15 1 Shutter release button Press to capture images. (p.45) 2 Main switch Move to turn the power on/off (p.32) and confirm the depth of field (Preview) (p.129
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    LCD monitor. (p.17) Menu Reference 9 Q button Switches to the Playback mode. (p.63) 10 mc button Press to set aperture and EV compensation values. adjust the appropriate exposure in a (Manual) mode. (p.140) 12 e-dial Set shutter speed, aperture, and EV compensation values. (p.134, p.136, p.141)
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    playback are noted. 1 2 4 Menu Reference 7 3 8 4 9 5 10 6 1 Shutter release button Press to switch to capture mode. 2 Main switch Move to turn the camera on and off. (p.32) 3 3 button Press to display the [Q Playback] menu (p.98). Next, press the fourway controller (45) to display [H Set-up
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    95 5 M button Press to show shooting information on the LCD monitor. (p.18) 6 Q button Press to switch to capture mode. 7 Z button Press to protect images from being accidentally erased. (p.77) 8 4 button Commit to the setting you selected in the menu or playback screen. 9 Four-way
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    the 3 button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode] menu appears on the LCD monitor. Menu Reference 2 Press the four-way controller (5). [Q Playback] menu, [H time the four-way controller is pressed. Rec. Mode Image Tone Recorded Pixels Quality Level Saturation Sharpness Contrast Exit Set-up
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    move to the pop-up menu if there is one. Rec. Mode Image Tone Recorded Pixels Quality Level Saturation Sharpness Contrast Cancel 4 OK OK , your settings will not be saved if the camera is turned off improperly (such as by removing the batteries while the camera is on). • You can use the e-dial
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    ] menu. Item Plybk dsply mthd Bright Portion Digital Filter Slideshow Function Page Set capturing information to show during playback. p.160 Set to display bright portion warning during Instant Review or Playback. p.160 Edit captured images to black and white or sepia tint, or add softening
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    Perform various settings related to the camera in the [H Set-up] menu. Item Function Page Format Format the SD Memory Card. p.162 Beep Switch the beep p.167 Guide display Set to display indicators in LCD monitor. p.167 4 Brightness Level Change the brightness of the LCD monitor.
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    132 AE-L with AF locked Set to fix exposure value when focus is locked. p.124 Recordable Image No. OK btn when shooting Set to switch number of recordable images in the LCD panel and viewfinder to number of continuous shooting recordable images when shutter release button is pressed halfway. Set
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    is not - attached to the camera when enabled. Using aperture ring Set to disable shutter release when lens aperture ring is set at other than s. p.180 Release when Chrging Set to release shutter while the built-in flash is charging. p.147 Instant Review Dsply Set to display histogram during
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    the { button while taking a picture. The Fn menu appears. Fn 200 OK Exit Press the four-way controller (2345) to set the operation. Four-way controller 2 3 4 5 Item Drive Mode Flash Mode White Balance Sensitivity Function Page Select Continuous shooting, Self-Timer, Remote control or Auto
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    the four-way controller (245) to set the operation. Four-way controller Item Function Page 4 2 DPOF Settings Set the DPOF settings. p.79 Edit captured images to black and white 4 Digital Filter or sepia tint, or add softening and p.71 slimming effects. 5 Slideshow Play back recorded
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    Item I (Auto Picture) U (Normal) = (Portrait) s (Landscape) q (Macro) \ (Moving Object) . (Night Scene Portrait) a (Flash OFF) Function Page the sky, and produces a bright image. p.47 Take vibrant pictures of flowers up close. Lets you take sharp pictures of a quickly moving subject, such
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    you want to adjust the depth of field. Use to blur or focus on the p.136 background. Lets you create the picture you have in mind by combining set shutter speed and aperture. p.138 Use to capture images that require slow shutter speeds such as fireworks and night scenes. p.140 4 Menu Reference
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    106 Memo
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    5 Function Reference Introduces functions to further enhance your L experience. Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level 108 Focusing 118 Setting the Exposure 127 Using the Built-in Flash 146 Settings During Playback 160 Camera Settings 162 Resetting to Default Settings 171
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    Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level Setting the Image Tone Set the basic color tone of pictures. The default setting is [F (Bright)]. F Bright Images are finished brightly, with high contrast and sharp. G Natural Images are finished naturally and suitable for retouching. Set in
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    1600) and R (1536×1024). The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The file size will also differ according to quality the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Rec. Mode 5 Image Tone Recorded Pixels Quality Level Saturation Sharpness Contrast Cancel OK OK Function
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    but such information is saved. Transfer to a PC, apply effects with the enclosed PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1 and create JPEG and TIFF images. Lowest compression rate, suited for printing large pictures such as A4 size. Image is saved in JPEG format. Standard compression rate, suited for viewing as
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    [Sharpness] and [Contrast] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Settings cannot be changed in Picture mode (p.47). Function Reference Rec. Mode Towards + : Higher saturation 5 Image Tone Towards - : Lower saturation Recorded Pixels Quality Level Saturation Sharpness Contrast Exit Rec. Mode
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    changing the film or using filters. In digital cameras, the whiteness is adjusted using white balance. The default setting is [F (Auto)]. F Auto Set to automatically adjust the white balance. (About 4000 to 8000K) G Daylight Set when taking pictures in sunlight. (About 5200K) H Shade Set when
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    the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. With Manual White Balance, the camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance preset values provided in the camera (p.112). This provides the optimum white balance for your surroundings
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    four-way controller (5). The message screen appears. 5 Manual White Balance Point camera at subject Press the shutter release button 6 Fully display on the LCD monitor when setting is completed. [NG] appears when setting is not completed successfully. 8 Press the 4 button. • No image is recorded
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    to 3200. The default setting is [AUTO]. Set [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. (p.102) Sensitivity AUTO 200 400 800 1600 3200 OK OK Captured images can show more noise if higher Sensitivity is set. 5 Function Reference Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO Set range to automatically
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    116 Sensitivity is not corrected in the following. • Exposure mode is a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode • Flash is discharged • Auto bracketing • EV Compensation Function Reference ISO Sensitivity Warning Display ISO Sensitivity Warning appears in the viewfinder when the set sensitivity is exceeded.
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    supports sRGB and AdobeRGB. sRGB is mainly used for devices such as a PC. AdobeRGB covers a wider area than sRGB and is used for occupational uses such as industrial printing. An image created in AdobeRGB may appear lighter than an image created in sRGB when output from a sRGB compatible device
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    118 Focusing You can focus with the following methods. = Autofocus \ Manual focus The camera is focused when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Manually adjust the focus. Using the Autofocus You can choose the autofocus area from [Wide] and [Spot]. (p.121) You can also choose the
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    be released until the subject is in focus in l (Single mode) (p.122). If the subject is too close to the camera, move back and take the picture. Adjust the focus manually if the subject is difficult to focus (p.46). (p.125) • In l (Single mode), press the shutter release button halfway. The built
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    so AF performed with OK button 5 Only use this function with lenses that are compatible with Quick Shift Focus. • Select [4 (Cancel AF)]. \ appears manual focus while using autofocus. • You can focus using the focus ring and release the shutter while 4 button is pressed when using a lens compatible
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    on the nearest object. 6 Spot The camera narrows the focusing area to facilitate focusing on a specific subject. Set in [Focusing Area] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.98). Rec. Mode Instant Review 1 sec Auto Bracket 5 AE Metering Focusing Area AF Mode Flash Exp. Comp. 0.0 Cancel OK OK
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    [AF Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.98). Rec. Mode Instant Review 1 sec Auto Bracket 5 AE Metering Focusing Area AF Mode AF.S Flash Exp. Comp. AF.C Cancel OK OK Function Reference • Settings cannot be changed in Picture mode (p.47). • k (Continuous mode) can be set when the mode dial
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    of the range of the focusing area, the camera cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this situation, you can aim the focusing area on the subject, use focus lock and recompose the picture. 1 Frame the desired composition for your picture in the viewfinder. You can use focus lock function
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    124 4 Re-compose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway. Function Reference • Locked Set [AE-L with AF locked] in the [A Custom] menu (p.100) to fix the exposure value while focus is locked. Exposure is not fixed by default during focus lock. 1 Off Exposure is not
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    check with the focus indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus. Using the Focus Indicator You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ]. 1 Set the focus mode lever to \. 5 2 Look through the viewfinder, press the shutter release button halfway
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    to focus (p.46) and the focus indicator will not stay lit. • The beep can be turned off. (p.163) Using the Viewfinder Matte Field You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field. 1 Set the focus mode lever to \. Function Reference 5 2 Look through the viewfinder and turn the
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    speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a CCD. Using slower shutter speed 5 If the subject is moving, the image will be blurred because the shutter is open longer. It is possible to helps preventing camera shake. Function Reference
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    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 wider the depth of field is. (Some zoom lenses do not have a scale for depth of field because of their structure
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    is called the depth of field. If you use Depth of Field confirmation, you can check the depth of field in the viewfinder before taking a picture. 1 Focus on the subject. 5 2 Turn the main switch to | while looking through the viewfinder. You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder while
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    Multi-segment Segment the screen in 16 parts, meter each portion and determine the 98) 5 Rec. Mode Instant Review Auto Bracket AE Metering Focusing Area AF Mode Flash Exp. Comp. Cancel 1 sec lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens. (Can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture
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    of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by 5 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
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    Reference Changing the Exposure Mode This camera features five exposure modes along with the picture modes. Use the mode dial (p. Combine set shutter speed and a (Manual) aperture to create the picture you No have in mind. Yes Yes Use to capture images that p (Bulb) require slow shutter
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    Mode Shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set for taking pictures at the proper exposure. in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. The shutter speed and aperture value are also displayed while adjusting the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using
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    moving subjects as if they are still or slow down the shutter and capture lively images. Aperture value is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on the shutter speed. 1 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.127) 1 Set the mode dial to b. Function Reference 5 2 Turn the e-dial and
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    or too dark, the aperture value will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If the subject is too bright, choose a faster shutter speed. If it is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. When the aperture value indication stops blinking, you can take the picture with proper exposure. If
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    set to appropriate exposure depending on the aperture value. 1 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.127) 1 Set the mode dial to c. 5 2 Turn the e-dial and adjust the aperture value. The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Function Reference
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    you can take the picture. If both the shutter speed and aperture value are blinking, this indicates being out of metering range and the proper exposure cannot be obtained even if the aperture is adjusted. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too
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    138 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 is convenient for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination or taking intentionally under-exposed (darker
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    the appropriate exposure adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value, the difference with the appropriate exposure (EV value) appears at the bottom right of the viewfinder. The appropriate exposure is set when [0.0] is displayed. • When in a (Manual) mode, the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO
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    Reference • Turn the e-dial to adjust the aperture value. • Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.142) • Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) to prevent camera shake when using p (bulb) mode. Connect the
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    under-expose (darken) your picture. You can adjust the EV flash is popped up if the flash compensation is set. Compensation value Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode. The exposure compensation cannot be canceled by turning the camera
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    button. The camera memorizes the remains in memory for twice lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focal length. However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock. • If the exposure mode is a (Manual), the aperture
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    143 Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket) You can take continuous pictures with different exposure when the shutter release button is pressed. The first frame is exposed with no compensation, the second frame is under-exposed (negative
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    compensation value. In this case, auto focusing works for each frame. After about twice as much time as the metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds), 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
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    menu. (p.142) Set in [Auto Bracket] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Auto Bracket Bracketng amount Shooting images 0.5 0 5 Function Reference Taking Only Over-exposed or Under-exposed Pictures You can use the auto bracketing mode for only under-exposure or over-exposure shots by combining the
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    in the viewfinder when the flash pops up during Flash Compensation. (p.20) • If the maximum flash output is exceeded when corrected to the plus (+) side, no compensation will be effective. • Compensating to the minus (-) side may not effect the image if the subject is too close, aperture is low or
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    . or slower can be set for taking a flash photograph. • The aperture value automatically changes according to the ambient brightness. • The shutter speed is fixed at 1/180 sec. when lens other than DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A is used. Using the Flash in Av (Aperture Priority) Mode • You can set the
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    . The background is not properly corrected if aperture value is flashing when shutter speed is set. Set the shutter speed so that aperture does 5 not flash. 3 Press the K button. The flash pops up. 4 Take the picture. Using a (Manual) Mode 1 Set the mode dial to a. a (Manual) mode is set. 2 Set the
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    The following equation calculates the distance of the flash for aperture values. Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide Number ÷ Selected aperture Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ÷ 5* * The value 5 used in the formula above is a fixed value which applies only when using the built-in
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    calculates the aperture value for shooting distances. Aperture Value Used F = Guide number ÷ shooting distance When sensitivity is [ISO200] and shooting distance is 5.2 m, aperture value is: F = 15.6 ÷ 5.2 = 3 If the resulting number (3, in the above example) is not available as a lens aperture, the
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    151 DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Function Reference When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA and F lenses with the L without the hood, built-in flash compatibility is shown below. Yes : Available # : Available depending on other factors No : Unavailable due to
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    Function Reference 152 5 Lens Name FA80-320 mm F4.5-5.6 FA80-200 mm F4.7-5.6 FA100-300 mm F4.7-5.8 FA*250-600 mm F5. 100 mm F3.5 FA* Macro 200 mm F4ED (IF) FA Soft 28 mm F2.8 FA Soft 85 mm F2.8 Compatibility Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes
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    details. (Yes: Available #: Restricted No: Not available) Camera Function Flash Built-in Flash AF360FGZ Red-eye reduction flash Automatic flash discharge After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash sync speed. Aperture is automatically set in e (Program) mode and
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    154 About the LCD Panel Display for AF360FGZ The AF360FGZ will automatically convert the field angle differential between 35 mm format and the L depending on the focal length of the lens you are using. (When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses) The conversion indicator appears and the format size
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    Sync Mode With the AF360FGZ, you can discharge the flash to take a picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. High-speed flash sync can be used with the flash attached to the camera, or wireless. Attaching and Using the AF360FGZ on the Camera 1 Remove the hot shoe cover and attach the
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    release button fully. 1 The camera's flash discharges a pre-flash. (The camera's flash mode is transmitted.) 2 The external flash unit discharges a pre-flash. (The subject's lighting condition is checked.) 3 The camera's flash unit discharges a pre-flash. (The required flash output is transmitted to
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    may have restrictions for usage conditions. See the chart on p.153. • The red-eye reduction feature works even when only an external flash is used. (p.52) • If red-eye reduction is used when the AF360FGZ is set as the slave unit or with the wireless function, the preflash
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    extension cord F5P (optional) to the off-camera shoe adapter F on the other external flash. • Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip. A malfunction may occur. • Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We
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    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 the PENTAX dedicated automatic flashes. 1 Connect the external flash to the camera indirectly
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    information to show during playback. The camera switches display information when you press M button. Images only Image+Histgrm Image+Detailed Info Last memory Only captured images are displayed. Images and histogram are displayed. Image details appear with a small image in the upper left. Display
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    the [Q Playback] menu. (p.98) Bright Portion OFF Instant Review Instnt review+Plybck Cancel OK OK Function Reference Setting the Slideshow Display Interval You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card successively. (p.68) Set image display interval to [3 sec], [5 sec], [10 sec
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    SD Memory Card Be sure to format new SD Memory Card with the camera before using the card. Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card. • Do not open the card cover while formatting SD Memory Card. The card starts. When formatting is completed, the camera is ready to take pictures.
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    163 Turning the Beep On and Off You can turn the camera operation beep on or off. The default setting is [On]. Set in [Beep] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.99) Set-up Format Beep Date Adjust World Time Guide display Exit English Function Reference Changing the Date and Time and the Display
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    33) serve as the date and time of your present location. Setting [World Time] enables you to display the local date and time on the LCD monitor when traveling overseas. 1 Select [World Time] on the [H Set-up] menu. (p.99) 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The World Time screen appears. World
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    4 button to return to the World Time screen. World Time London New York 5 01:25 Function Reference 11 Press the 3 button twice. The camera is ready to take pictures. • See "List of World Time Cities" (p.166) for cities that can be specified as a destination. • Select W in Step 4 to set the city
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    166 List of World Time Cities Function Reference Region City North Honolulu America Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Calgary Denver Chicago Miami Toronto New York Halifax 5 Central and Mexico City South Lima America Santiago Caracas Buenos Aires Sao Paulo Rio
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    Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. Set in [Language/ ] Guide Display On and Off Set to display guides on the LCD monitor when main switch is on or Exposure mode is changed. (p.16) O Guide display on P Guide display off Set in [Guide
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    Monitor You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. Adjust settings when the LCD monitor is hard to see. Set in [ format (NTSC or PAL) for playing back images. Set in [Video Out] in the [H Set-up] menu. (p.99) 1Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment (p.70) Set-up Brightness Level Video Out
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    OK OK Auto Power Off will not work during slideshow playback, a USB connection, remote control shooting or while displaying menu or Fn menu. 5 Function Reference Resetting the File Number You can set the File Number used for the images when inserting a new SD Memory Card. The default setting is
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    [1 sec], [3 sec], [5 sec] or [Off]. The default setting is [1 sec]. Set in [Instant Review] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) Rec. Mode Instant Review Auto Bracket AE Metering Focusing Area AF Mode Flash Exp. Comp. Cancel 1 sec 3 sec 5 sec Off AF.S 0.0 OK OK 5 Displaying Histogram During Instant
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    display the [Reset] screen. 5 3 Use the four-way controller (2) Reset to select [Reset]. Back to initial settings Reset Cancel OK OK 4 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take or play back
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    controller (2) to select [Reset]. Reset Custom Fnction Returns the custom function settings to initial settings Reset Cancel OK OK Function Reference 4 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take or play back
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    6 Appendix Default Settings 174 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations 178 Notes on [Using Aperture Ring 180 Cleaning the CCD 181 Optional Accessories 183 Error Messages 186 Troubleshooting 188 Main Specifications 190 Glossary 193 Index 198 WARRANTY POLICY 202
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    145 Yes p.130 Yes p.121 Yes p.122 Flash Exp. Comp. 0.0 Yes Yes p.146 [Q Playback] Menu Item Default Setting Last Memory Setting Reset Setting Page Plybk dsply mthd Image only Yes Yes p.160 Bright Portion Off Yes Yes p.160 Digital Filter B&W Yes* Yes p.71 Slideshow 3 sec Yes
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    175 [H Set-up] Menu Item Default Setting Last Memory Setting Reset Setting Page Format Beep - O (On) - - p.162 Yes (City) Destination (DST) Same as Hometown Yes No Same as Hometown Yes No Language/ Guide display According to default setting Yes O (On) Yes No p.167 6 Yes p.167
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    Off 10 sec Off Remaining image storage capacity Last Memory Setting Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes OK btn when shooting Off Yes Appendix AE-L bttn on M expsr Program Line Yes 6 AF in remote control FI with S lens used Off Yes Not available Yes Using aperture ring Prohibited Yes
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    Fn Menu Item Drive Mode Flash Mode White Balance ISO Sensitivity DPOF Settings Digital Filter Slideshow 177 Default Setting 9 (Single frame shooting) B (Auto) F (Auto) AUTO - B&W 3 sec Last Memory Setting No *1 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes *2 Yes Reset Setting Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Page p.53, p.55,
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    ring can be used with this camera. Refer to "Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]" (p.180) for other lenses and D FA/FA/F/A lenses with aperture ring set to a position other than s. Function Lens[Mount type] DA/D FA/ FA J/FA lens [KAF, KAF2]*3 F lens [KAF]*3 Autofocus (Lens only) Yes Yes (With AF
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    . Of the FA zoom lenses, power zoom enabled lenses use the KAF2 mount. Lenses without power zoom use the KAF mount. See the lens manual for details. This camera does not have a power zoom function. Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this camera When aperture ring is set at other than
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    . D FA, FA, F, A, M, S (with diaphragm accessories such as extension tube K) Manual diaphragm lens such as reflex lens (lens only) c (Aperture Priority) mode c (Aperture Priority) mode Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture value but an exposure error may occur. In the viewfinder
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    that the CCD must be cleaned. Please contact PENTAX service center for professional cleaning because the CCD is a precision part. • Do not use a spray type blower. • Do not clean the CCD when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode. • Always cap the lens mount area to prevent dirt and dust from
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    the CCD with a cloth. Sensor Cleaning Mirror Up to Clean CCD Turn the power OFF to end Mirror Up Cancel OK OK Appendix 8 Turn the camera off. 9 Attach the lens after the mirror returns to its original position.
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    . Cable Switch CS-205 This is a remote shutter release cord. The cord length is 0.5 m. Remote Control F Shoot pictures from within 5 m of the front of the camera. 6 Flash Accessories Auto Flash AF360FGZ This is an auto flash unit with a maximum guide number of 36 (ISO 100/ m). Its features
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    a setting clip for using the AF360FGZ as a wireless slave flash. Hot Shoe Adapter FG Extension Cord F5P Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Use the adapters and cords to use the external flash away from the camera. For Viewfinder Magnifier FB This viewfinder accessory is for magnifying the central area of the
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    185 Camera Case Camera Case O-CC34 Others The accessories below are the same as the accessories that are packaged with the camera. ME viewfinder cap Eyecup FN 6 Strap O-ST10 Appendix
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    back an image in a format not supported by this camera. You may be able to play it back on another brand of camera or your computer. No card in camera The SD Memory Card is not inserted in the camera. (p.29) The SD Memory Card has a problem, and image 6 Memory card error capture and playback
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    of an SD Memory Card error. Settings not stored The DPOF settings file could not be saved because SD Memory Card is full. Delete unwanted images and set DPOF again. (p.73) RAW images cannot be set DPOF cannot be applied to the RAW images. RAW images are not supported RAW images cannot be
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    the lens aperture ring to the s position (p.133) or select [2 (Permitted)] in [Using aperture ring] in the [A Custom] menu (p.180). Flash is charging Wait until charging is finished. No available space Insert SD Memory Card with available on SD Memory space or delete unwanted images. (p.29, Card
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    , take the batteries out and put them back in again. Then, turn the power on. The mirror will retract. After the procedure is done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. * Refer to p.13 of the "PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1 Operating Manual" for
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    Manual(200/400/800/1600/3200: Standard Output Sensitivity) File Format Quality Level RAW, JPEG (Exif2.21), DCF compliant, DPOF compatible, Print Image Matching III compatible RAW, C (Best), D (Better), and E (Good) Storage Medium Number of Shots SD Memory Card Size Quality Level 1GB Capacity
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    , Aperture value, e-dial enabled indicator, @=AE lock, Capacity remaining and m=Exposure compensation, K=Manual white balance, k=Continuous mode, Picture mode icon, \=Manual focus, o=ISO warning LCD Panel display b is lit=Built-in flash ready, Blinking=Flash should be used or incompatible lens is
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    (D) 470 g (body only without batteries) Accessories Hot shoe cover FK, Eyecup FN, ME viewfinder cap, Body mount cover, USB Cable I-USB17, Video cable I-VC28, Software (CDROM) S-SW34, Strap O-ST10, Four AA alkaline batteries , Operating manual (this book) and PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.1/PENTAX PHOTO
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    computer. When image is opened by non-compatible software, the colors look lighter. AE Metering Brightness of subject is measured to determine exposure. In this camera, select from [Multi-segment Metering], [Center-weighted Metering] and [Spot Metering]. Aperture The aperture increases or reduces
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    writing information onto a card with recorded images regarding the specific images and number of copies to be printed. Prints can easily be made by taking images to a DPOF photo printing store. EV (Exposure Value) Exposure Value is determined by the combination of the aperture value and the shutter
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    . ND (Neutral Density) Filter A filter with many saturation levels that adjusts the brightness without affecting the picture itself. Noise Reduction Process to reduce noise (image roughness or unevenness) caused by low shutter speed. 6 Appendix NTSC/PAL These are video output formats. NTSC
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    picture, the larger the image size. Sensitivity The degree of light. With a high sensitivity, images can be shot with a high shutter speed even in dark places, reducing camera shake. However, images of pictures are blackened because the subject was blocked by the hood or filter or the flash was
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    197 Memo
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    Auto Bracket 143 Auto Picture I 43, 47 Auto Power Off 169 = (Autofocus 118 Autofocus 118 AV Equipment 70 c (Aperture Priority) mode 136 B B&W (Digital Filter 71 Batteries 25 Beep 163 Bright 108 Bright Portion 160 Brightness of the LCD Monitor 168 Built-in flash 49, 146 p (Bulb) Mode
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    95 G Guide display 16, 167 6 H High-Speed Flash Sync Mode 155 Histogram 19, 170 I Image Tone 108 M button 93, 95 Instant Review 170 ISO Sensitivity 115 ISO Sensitivity Warning Display 116 L Landscape s 47 Language 33 Last Memory 174 LCD Monitor 16 LCD panel 22 Lens 37, 178 Lens unlock
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    Sync Flash ...... 157 [A Rec. Mode] Menu .... 98, 174 Recorded Pixels 31, 109 Red-eye reduction .......... 52, 157 Remaining image storage capacity 27 Remote Control 59 Reset 171, 172 Rotate 64 S Saturation 111 SD Memory Card 29 Select&Delete 75 Self-Timer 55 Sensitivity 115 Sepia (Digital
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    Filter 71 Soft (Digital Filter 71 Spot 121 Spot Metering 131 sRGB 117 Strap 24 T Transfer Mode 84 Tungsten Light (White Balance) 112 Turning 167 TV 70 6 b (Shutter Priority) mode ....134 Appendix U USB cable 83 Using aperture ring 180 V Video cable 70 Video Output Format
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    of purchase. Service will be rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without cost to you within that period, provided the equipment does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid damage, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corrosion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or
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    , 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
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    or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the 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 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
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    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: L Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: July, 2005,
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    (Distribution & Service Center) 16163 West 45th Drive, Unit H Golden, Colorado 80403, U.S.A. (http://www.pentaximaging.com) PENTAX Canada Inc. 1770 Argentia Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7, CANADA (http://www.pentax.ca) http://www.pentax.co.jp/english • Specifications and external dimensions
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Operating Manual
For optimum camera performance, please read
the Operating Manual before using the camera.
SLR Digital Camera