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    PENTAX l ZX-50 OPERATING MANUAL ?/ tLI
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    the flaps unfolded for quick reference while reading this manual. Lenses and accessories produced by other manufacturers are not made to our precise specifications and therefore may cause difficulties with, or actual damage to, your Pentax camera. We do not assume any responsibility or liability
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    O Flash pop-up button (p.38) O Mode dial O Drive mode switch (p.47) CD Strap lug (p.13) Release socket (p.67) • Multi-function button (p.42,69) ® Back cover release lever (p.22) D Mid-roll rewind button (p.26) O Focus mode switch (p.33,49) (I) Mirror ffi AF coupler eO Lens information contacts Lens
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    eyes, as it may hurt them. Be particularly careful with the flash around infants. • Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the bat- tery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode. • Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be
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    , dirt or dust at points of electrical contact. Also check for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to salinity. or gas. If you cannot correct the problems, have your camera inspected at a Pentax service center. Repairs of this nature are not covered under the terms of the
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    FOR BATTERY USAGE Other precautions • The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50'C to -10 C (122' F to 14"F). • A camera which has been submerged in water usually cannot be repaired. If such an accident should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center
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    Automatic Flash Functions. pA5 Taking a picture in a open place such as a church or reception hall. p.77 Taking a portrait when the subject is in the shade p.81 Taking a picture of people with night scenery in the background. p.82 Zooming the lens Making a subject larger or smaller. p.30
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    lenses 10 How to use this operating manual 12 I. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Attaching the camera strap Loading the batteries • When the battery is exhausted Attaching the lens Operating the shutter release button 13-26 13 14 17 18 20 Turning on the power 20 Using the Data Back 21 Film
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    • Compatibility of F and FA lenses with the built-in flash 72 Setting the film speed (ISO) manually 73 Installing the battery in the Data Back 74 Adjusting the data on the Data Back 75 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 77 • Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Photography 79 Daylight-sync
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    Action Program Mode (p.59) : Flash information (p.37,38) : Red-eye reduction flash indication (p.43) 'J A : Automatic flash function information (p.45) (Smart flash information) ISO : Manual-set film speed (p.73) Tv 2000 : Shutter speed Av 22 : Battery exhaustion warning (p.17) : Aperture value
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    VIEWFINDER INDICATION : Autofocus (AF) frame (p.34) : Shutter speed : Aperture value : Flash status information (p.37,38) : In-Focus indicator (p.34) : Exposure compensation (p.68) : Bar graph (p.65,68)
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    ) 1. Loading the batteries 2. Attaching the lens 3. Turning on the power Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin. Load two batteries (CR2 type) according to the markings ( , -) on the battery chamber cover. (See page 14.) Align the red indexes on the lens and camera. Turn the lens to the
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    the back cover, insert a roll of film, align the end of the film leader with the red mark, and close the back cover. The film should advance to the first frame automatically. until you obtain the desired composition. (See page 30.) Focus [ ] on the subject. Depress the shutter re lease button fully to take
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    Zoom clip Auto zoom effect Picture Mode Programmed AE Aperture-Priority AE Shutter-Priority AE Manual Exposure Programmed TTL Auto Flash TTL Auto Flash Multi(2)-segment metering FA lens _K., *1 *5 - F lens _K.,, *1 , , *5 A lens [K.: x *3 *5 M lens [lc_ *2 * 3 "* 5 r'...*2 '.*6
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    larger. * 6. The bar graph in the viewfinder does not light up. • The A, F, and FA lenses are the bayonet mount lenses. • The A, F, and FA lenses have "A" (auto) position on existing K-mount lenses. • The screw mount lens CANNOT be used to this camera because correct exposures will not be obtained.
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    ®HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections, allowing you to optimize the use of the camera: I . BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Page 13 - 26 III. ADVANCED OPERATIONS Page 46 - 89 11. BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) Page 27 - 45 IV. OTHER INFORMATION Page 90 -
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    (1) ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP IEEE BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) I . BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Gii Fit the strap on the camera as illustrated. • There is a pocket on the strap so you can store the finder cap, release socket cover, hot shoe cover or any other small accessory as illustrated.
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    (2) LOADING THE BATTERIES 1 2 I BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1. Open the battery chamber cover by using a 2. Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or coin, etc. as shown in the illustration. equivalent as shown in the illustration.
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    except the audible PCV signal switching, red-eye reduction flash function and auto- matic flash function of the built-in flash. • The optional "AA-Battery Pack FG" is also available for this camera instead of using the lithium batteries. • Replace the battery at the same time. Do not mix bat
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    using 24 exposure film rolls at 10 , 14 General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography (using flash 100% of the times) Bulb exposure time about 30 rolls about 15 rolls about 7 rolls about 2 hours CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing
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    be released and all indicators in the viewfinder disappear. Replace the battery as soon as possible. See page 14 for replacing the batteries. • Replace two batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery brands, type or an old battery with a new one. It may cause explosion or overheating. * Low
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    factory. For storage. the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. 2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, attach the lens to the camera body, and turn it fully to the right until you hear a click. • Ensure that the camera's main switch is in the OFF position before attaching
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    direction of the arrow. • We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages 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 cause damage to the electrical system
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    releases the shutter. When taking a picture, depress the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake. • To prevent camera shake, depress the shutter release button gently. • Before loading a roll of film, slowly depress the shutter release button to learn where the first position is. • The
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    your photograph, try to avoid brightly-colored subject in that corner. • To adjust the data, see page 75. • The data back operates on a 3V lithium battery. If the data imprinted on the picture or the data displayed on the LCD panel become weak or invisible, the
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    ISO ratings from 25 to 5000. 0z • When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is 1-2 automatically set for the camera. If you use a non-DX m m coded film, you can set the film speed manually. See page 73. • Before loading film for the first time after purchase, 5 open the back cover
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    to reach the take -up spool. THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINEPRECISION MATERIAL. DO NOT TOUCH THEM WITH YOUR FINGERS OR ANY OTHER OBJECT WHILE LOADING FILM. • If you have pulled out too much film, push it back into the cartridge to reduce the slack. • The DX information pins in the
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    not loaded properly, I e__I on the LCD panel blinks, indicating that the film is not loaded properly. Open the back cover and load the film once again. 5. Close the back cover and set the main switch to [ ON 1. The film automatically advances to the first frame. • Check that I I and are displayed
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    , [--- ] blinks on the LCD panel, indicating that the film is being rewound, the exposure counter counts frame numbers in reverse. • Never open the back cover until the whole film roll is completely rewound. • When removing the film from the camera, protect it from exposure to direct sun light.
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    extra frames may be lost in processing. When you take important pictures, rewind the film when the film reaches the number of frames indicated on the film cartridge. Rewinding a film in mid-roll If you wish to unload the film before exposing all the frames, use this function. Set the main switch to
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    c7i For easy picture taking, use this mode. You simply de- press the shutter release button. The camera selects O O the best combination of aperture and shutter speed automatically. z O Confirm that the lens aperture ring is set to the [ A I position. If the aperture ring is set to a position
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    DNI.LOOHS NOI1VH3d0 2 IMMO co 5 2. Set the mode dial to the GlaiiI position. 3 XVJLNME1 OFF ON qui, A A (.1';gO Ay 5.6 I 3. Move the select switch until [ 01 superim- poses on I • See page 54 for any other exposure mode.
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    (2) SETTING THE SINGLE-FRAME DRIVE MODE 99 • One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is depressed. • See page 46 for other available function. Set the drive mode switch to the [E3 ] position.
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    DNI100HS NOIIVIDd0 OISVS MED P• .6- • • Telephoto ',. (3) USING ZOOM LENSES Using the zoom function makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) or smaller (wide angle Clip Mode, Auto Zoom Effect Mode and Power Zoom function do not operate with this camera even if an FA lens is attached. Wide angle
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    makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle). L- *'" 5 2/ ifltl 28755801 PENTAX 28-80 0C001000( 80 FIf 28 ---, 28I A22 16 11 8 56 3.5 [IC Using the manual zoom function with an FA zoom lens attached Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body until the wards [POWER ZOOM] are hidden.
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    . Sudden force on the shutter release button will cause camera shake, making the picture blurred. • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object - a table, tree, or a wall for instance. • When using an ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight
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    (9NIIOOHS) NOIIVId3d0 9ISV8 (5) SELECTING THE AUTOFOCUS MODEM= Ezai -liF AF 0 O Set the focus mode switch to [ AF ]. • When you depress the shutter release button halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. • See page 49 for manual focusing.
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    the subject with the autofocus frame [C i indicated in red in the photo- •. graph. When the shutter release button is de- pressed halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. 2. When the subject is in focus, the focus indi- cator [0 lights up and an audible PCV beep- ing signal is emitted.
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    flash, see page 37. • The audible PCV Signal can be turned OFF. See details on page 69. • During autofocus operation, the focusing ring should not be obstructed with your fingers, hands, or any other object. The focus indicator [0 ] blinks when the camera [0] is on, the camera-to-subject distance is
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    focus. How to use 1. When the composition does not allow the autofocus frame to be placed over the most important subject in the picture, the camera will focus on the background as shown in the illustration. 2. To prevent this, center the autofocus frame on the main subject and keep depressing the
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    RETRACTABLE TTL FLASH (RTF) Li 1 In L A 8 Alt 4 3.Tv3o AA ° fr j;1414/ 1 v` The Flash-Recommended Indicator If the built-in flash is halfway down. • In the Picture Mode and the Aperture-Priority AE Mode, the flash-recommended indicator [ ] blinks when you attempt to photograph a subject in low
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    30 Av 4.5 a__! I; si Using the built-in flash If 5A ] is displayed on the LCD panel, it indicates that the automatic flash function is set. Delete it from the LCD panel. See page 45 for more details. 1. Push the flash the built-in flash is used, using a lens hood is NOT recommended as it may obstruct
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    release button fully, and the flash unit discharges. After using the flash, retract the built-in flash by pressing it down into the camera body. • The shutter cannot be released until the flash is fully co charged. • If the built-in flash is used continuously, the battery fn may become warm, but
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    4m ' 0.7- 4.0m 2.3 - 7.9ft ' 2.3-13.1ft approx. 0.7 - 2.0m • 0.7- 4.0m' 2 3 - 6.6ft • 2.3-13 lft The effective range of the flash depends on the maxi mum aperture of the lens is in use. A lens with a maximum aperture of f 1 .4 is marked as 1:1.4 on its barrel. • This effective range table is only
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    is used When using an inappropriate F- or FA- lens, 14 ] will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the shutter release button is depressed halfway down. For more details on COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH, see page 72. • Taking a picture while this warning is
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    with the Picture Mode set. If any other mode is set, the Redeye reduction or Forced emission mode will be set. • When the built-in flash is retracted, depressing the multi-function button switches the audible PCV signal =MN , MINN. ON and OFF. co F AF 0 0 z en Depress the multi-function
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    Red eye Reduction Flash Function This camera includes a red-eye reduction flash function, which reduces the red-eye phenomenon utilizing preflash. In this mode, the preflash is discharged just before the shutter is released which reduces the diameter of the pupil of the eye. Then the main flash is
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    retina of your subjects eye. It can be reduced by taking the photo in a brighter light condition or by shooting with a wider angle lens at a closer distance, or by employing the red-eye reduction flash feature. When using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the camera, it may also help to position the
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    the subject is in a low light or backlit condition. • Depress the multi-function button with the built-in flash in its popped up position. If the button is depressed with the built-in flash in its retracted position, the PCV audible beep mode will be switched on off. How to cancel With
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    (1) SELECTING A DRIVE MODE III . ADVANCED OPERATIONS This camera has a total of three drive modes as shown. Types of Drive Modes Single-Frame Mode o : One picture is taken each time the shutter re- lease
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    the shutter release button. How to set Set the drive mode switch to [lad. • The camera focuses on the subject frame by frame in this mode. • The shutter cannot be released while the built-in flash is being charged. 2. Self-Timer Mode The self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and is
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    as shown in the illustration. • When using accessories such as the finder cap, remove the Eyecup F.. The Eyecup F. comes from the factory fitted to the camera's viewfinder accessory grooves.
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    ) with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger (f/1.2 to f/5.6), you can use the manual focus mode to focus the lens with the aid of the in-focus indicator [0] in the viewfinder. • When the subject comes into focus, the focus indicator [0] lights up in the viewfinder
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    be used for focus confirmation for the following reasons, focus on the subject in the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder as you would with a non-AF SLR camera. IMM a) The in-focus indicator 1 0 ; blinks because the subject is difficult to autofocus. b) The maximum
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    non-autofocus (A-lens) lens. 2. Set the focus mode switch to [AF]. 3. Focus at the point where you wish to capture the subject. 4. Using the optional "Cable Switch F", keep the trigger release button depressed so that the autofocus and metering systems stay active. 5. The camera releases the shutter
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    of your subject, the autofocus system may not operate. In such a case, set the focus mode switch to 1_MF , and use the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder (see page 51). Subjects which may fool the autofocus system
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    the manual focus mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field surrounding the autofocus frame. • When using special effect filters or "Magic Image Attachment" or "Stereo Adapter". Using a Polarizing Filter When using an ordinary polarizing filter; the half mirror incorporated into
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    THE PICTURE MODE 2 SNOI1V1i3dO O30NVACIV -__ You can also select your desired Picture Mode manually The picture mode has a total of 5 modes as follows. See details for each mode on page 55 - 59. How to set Set the lens aperture ring to A H 1. Set the mode dial to ii OFF. ON N---------' ;(ri45,vi
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    . If the subject is too bright, select a darker subject. Use a flash if the subject is too dark. OFF. ON *Pt r• Tv6 0 Av5.6 use the Green Operation Mode. You simply depress the shutter release button. The camera selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed setting. How to set
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    Portrait Program Mode IM This mode is suitable for taking portrait photography. 50 F9.5 How to set Set the mode dial to [OW . Move In this mode, the telephoto lens produces a portrait in crisp focus against the out-of-focus background, while the wide angle lens enables you to shoot group
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    Landscape Program Mode OFF ON AUZia Tv&O :6 1_1 So FIG This mode is ideal for landscape photography and scenic snapshots. How to set Set the mode dial to [OW. Move the select switch until [ poses on [ A]. superim- • When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed
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    SNOLLYEI3dO O3ONVACIV Close-up Program Mode IT OFF ON .5 •C t, Ty6o **13.0 Q__! itk So FOB This mode is useful for close-up photography. This mode favors smaller apertures to maximize the depth of field, ensuring sharp focus of a close-up subject. How to set Set the mode dial to [cm]. Move the
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    Action Program Mode IE. U OFF ON te A 410,;int Tv6o Av11.0 ts : q. bM •-g -•47.010,• t-- So F 4.0 59 This mode selects a faster shutter speed to capture a moving subject. How to set Set the mode dial to [61i1)]. Move the select switch until [0 ] superim- poses on [ yC ]. • When the shutter
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    , the appro- 0 z priate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the sub- ject speed, see page 86. 2 0 How to set 1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position. • When the lens aperture ring is set to a posi- tion other than the A
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    of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is adjusted. Select a darker subject if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.
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    PENTAX 35-80 35 0 00000 2216 11 8 5-64 XVLN3d • Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode Purpose When the desired aperture is selected, an appropriate shutter speed is automatically set by the camera How to set 1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position. • When the lens aperture ring is set to a
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    out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted. Select a darker subject if it is too bright, or use a flash if it is too dark.
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    or overexposured photographs. How to set 1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position. 2. Set the mode dial to M • M I appears on the LCD panel to indicate that the Manual Exposure Mode is set. • If a lens without the A position or an F or FA lens with the aperture set other than A position is
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    means that the exposure is out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted. Select a darker subject or use a flash if it is too dark.
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    1 2 OD 5 t m PENTAX 35.80 50 35 ) 0 0 0 n-t tqz216 11 I ILIVI OFF ON M Av I I .+6 0--1 The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is held down. How to set 1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position. 2. Set the mode dial to [ M 3. Adjust the shutter speed to slower
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    depressing the exposure compensation button. • Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with a new lithium battery at room temperatures. * When using this mode, use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach the optional "Cable Switch F" after removing the Release Socket Cap F.
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    for difficult lighting conditions 0 z which may fool the camera's built-in exposure meter. COI How to set 1. al A 6 IC -8 Tv6o A.5.101)11 -1? • Exposure compensation does not work in the Metered Manual Mode and Bulb Exposure Mode. • The exposure compensation range is -3EV to 3EV in 0.5EV
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    to erase [01] from the LCD panel. • Change the PCV Signal Mode only when the built-in flash is retracted. If the PCV Signal Mode is switched with the built-in flash popped up, the flash mode will be changed. • The audible PCV signal is not turned off when the Self- Timer is
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    depends on the focal length of the lens in use. When a Pentax non-autofocus lens is used or the Action Program Mode is set, the camera uses the shutter speed of 1 /100 second. Metered Manual Mode • When using the built-in flash in the Metered Manual Mode, any combination of aperture and shutter
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    the above mentioned formula. However, in the ShutterPriority AE Mode, the-camera-to-subject distance will change depending on what aperture is set. If an ISO100 film is used at an aperture of f/2.8, the flash effective distance is obtained as follows: Guide Number (11) = f/2.8 = 3.9m 3.9 ÷ 5 = 0.8m
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    occur. But the inappropriate lens warning will appear at focal lengths between 24-35mm. *2 : Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 28-35mm. *3 : Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 28-35mm. With the focal length set at 35mm, it will occur when the camera-to-subject distance is
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    SIMI 2 3 SNOLLVId3dO CI3ONVACIV OFF ON "•" • ri a 7Booi This camera automatically reads the film speed from the film's DX code. However, the film speed setting can be changed. If you use a non-DX coded film, set the film speed manually. How to set 1. Set the mode dial to [ ISO SET ]. 2. Move
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    the back cover. Ensure that a film is not loaded. 2. Loosen the battery cover fixing screw with a phillips head screwdriver, and then remove the battery chamber cover. 3. Replace the old battery with a new battery with the - side facing up. 4. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and tighten the
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    Carefully press the button with the protrusion part of MIM MM. the camera's strap clamp. Do not press the buttons with an object having have button 0 to stop the digit from blinking, after you have changed the date. The adjusted date has been entered. • The digit increases by one each time
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    ADJUST button. Holding the button for 2 to 3 seconds will change the digits continuously. Operational precautions • The working temperature for data printing is 0-50-C. • Use DX-coded films with ISO rating from 25 - 1600. • If high-speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 - 1600 is used, the imprinted
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    (11) USING A PENTAX DEDICATED EXTERNAL FLASH If the built-in flash is not powerful enough, a Pentax dedicated external flash should be used. Using the TTL Auto Flash Mode 1. Remove the hot shoe cover Fc and attach a Pentax dedicated flash unit. 2. Turn ON the flash. 3. Set the flash unit to the TTL
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    Flash Mode will be set automatically even if the flash is set to the Manual Mode. • When the flash is charged and left unused for about 3 minutes, the power automatically switches off to save battery speed which does not cause camera shake. However, when a non-autofocus lens (A -lens) is in use, the
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    in the table. When the flash is fully charged, the shutter speed varies within the shutter speed range of 1/100 of second to a slower speed which does not cause camera shake. The slowest shutter speed varies according to the lens focal length. When a non-autofocus (A-lens) lens or the Action Program
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    's exposure mode to the Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Metered Manual or Bulb. The Picture Mode and Aperture-Priority AE Modes cannot be used because the actual required aperture value may change. Using other type of a flash Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera. For the best results, use
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    . • If the background is too bright, it may be overexposed. • When taking a daylight-sync photograph in the Picture Mode, the flash may not discharge even if the flash is in the popped-up position. Before shooting, confirm that [ A ] is not displayed on the LCD panel. SNOLLVind0 inoNvnav ill With
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    -speed to expose the low light background. How to set With the Metered Manual Mode set 1. Depress the flash pop-up button to activate the built-in flash. 2. Set the camera's exposure mode to the Metered Manual Mode. 3. Select an appropriate shutter speed( slower than 1 100 of second) and aperture
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    use with the MZ50/ZX-50,MZ-10/ZX-10, MZ-5/ZX-5, Z-lp/PZ-1P , Z-70/PZ-70,Z-1/PZ-1, Z-20/PZ-20, Z-10/PZ-10. • Magnifier F8 A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder. • AF500FTZ A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spotbeam and large guide number of 50 in meters (ISO
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    inconvenience will occur when an F IMMO FA 85mm Soft lens or FA 28mm Soft lens is at- tached because these lenses do not have the A posi- tion on the lens aperture ring. When the following accessories are combined with this camera, a correct exposure may not be obtained. Accessories for close
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    Open the front case and place the camera body in the back case. 2. Fasten the back case to the camera body by tightening the fitting screw in L. Front case comes in three sizes, S, M and L Case Applicable F, FA-lens FMS 20mm, 28mm, 50mm f/1.4, f/1.7, FishEye Zoom 17-28mm, Zoom 35-80mm 24mm,
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    of Shutter Speed The shutter speed determines the film exposure time, or the length of time that light is allowed to strike the film. 4 If the subject is moving the image subject to be frozen. A higher shutter speed also helps prevent camera shake. SNOLLVU3dO CI3ONVACIV III Slow shutter speed
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    aperture 87 Effect of Aperture The aperture increases or reduces the amount of reflected light from an object which passes through the lens, controlling how much light strikes the film. If the aperture is opened up to increase the amount of light, objects in front of and behind an in-focus subject
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    5- J, / (17) DEPTH OF FIELD Zoom 3580mm f/4-5.6 lens focused at the distance of 2m with the lens focal length 35mm. SNOI1V1:Bd0 CI33NVACIV op 15 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 1 0 1 F42 F5.8 F8 Camera-tosubject F11 distance( m F16 F22 Depth of field refers to the range around the optimum
  • Pentax ZX-50 | ZX-50 Manual - Page 93
    film exposed in visible light. The autofocus system cannot compensate for this difference automatically. 1. Set the focus mode switch to [ MF ] 2. Focus on a subject manually pictures, refer to the instructions accompanying the film. The Auto Exposure Mode does not give a correct exposure.
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    IV OTHERS TROUBLESHOOTING What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The shutter does not release. The main switch is OFF
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    A, F, or FA lens. Reference P.10,P27,P60 [0] blinks in the viewfinder. The subject is too close or difficult to Focus manually by using the matte autofocus. field. The built-in flash does not The battery is dead. charge. Replace the battery. The power zoom system does The camera does not have
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    Speed range 1 Auto 1 2000-30 sec.I stepless 2 I, Manual 1 2000-30 sec. 3 Bulb, Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position Lens Mount Pentax K.. bayonet mount . K-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts.: Compatible Lens Pentax , and IC lenses are usable. Autofocus is possible
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    -roll rewind button will rewind film in mid-roll Exposure Meter TTL multi(2)-segment metering, Metering range from EV1 to EV17.5 at IS0100 with 50mm f 1.4 lens Exposure Compensation: ± 3EV in 0.5EV step increments Flash Series-control, Retractable TTL Auto Flash (RTF), Guide number:11 (150100
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    LINE Landscape Program Mode • \ \ \ \• \ \ ', N N. - • At ISO 100 with F35 - 80mm f 4 - 5.6 lens v\ \ \ \ • , \ At ISO 100 with F35 - 80mm f 4 - 5.6 lens N Portrait Program Mode \-7 \ N \N\ \\\ \ '. , \\' \\ \ \ \ \\N\\ ." \\ e \ I _A_ .1- , At ISO 100 with F35 - 80mm
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    Action Program Mode IM sea 105 15' 5, As 2. .v 1 . L a 8 15 35, 60 sis 250 s is 2003 At ISO 100 with F35 - 80mm f 4 - 5.6 lens Close-up Program Mode o IA 11 I2 •3 s,3 55 57 22 56 55 1110 • 8 56 28 5s As a. 25 is _i__1-1 _I 1 a 0 .5 JO 60 5 25 250
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    does not show evidence of impact, sand or liquid dam- age, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corro- sion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop_ The manu- facturer or its authorized representatives shall not be li- able for any
  • Pentax ZX-50 | ZX-50 Manual - Page 101
    repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. The local warranty policies available from Pentax B digital device,
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    eyepiece 0 Eyecup F. (p.48) 0 Exposure compensation button (p.65,67,68) O Film information window O Pressure plate O Back cover 0 Film leader end mark (p.23) O Battery chamber cover screw (p.14) (I) Battery chamber cover (p.14) 0 Sprocket (p.23) e Tripod socket is O DX information
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