Pentax K100D User Manual - Page 49

Taking Pictures Using the Shake 47 Reduction Function You can easily take sharp pictures using the Shake Reduction function by simply turning on the Shake Reduction switch. Shake Reduction The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that easily occurs when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful for taking pictures in situations where camera shake is likely to occur. The Shake Reduction function gives you approximately 2 to 3.5 steps slower shutter speed without the risk of the camera shake. The Shake Reduction function is ideal when taking pictures in the following situations. 3 • When taking pictures in dimly lit locations, such as indoors, at night, on cloudy days and in the shade • When taking telephoto pictures Blurred picture Picture taken with the Shake Reduction function Basic Operations • The Shake Reduction function does not compensate for blurring caused by movement of the subject. To take pictures of a moving subject, increase the shutter speed. • The Shake Reduction function may not fully reduce camera shake when taking close-up shots. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake Reduction function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod. • The Shake Reduction function will not fully work when shooting with a slower shutter speed, for example when shooting a moving subject or night scenes. In this case, it is recommended that the Shake Reduction function be turned off and the camera be used with a tripod. Shake Reduction Function and Lens Focal Length The Shake Reduction function operates by acquiring the lens information such as focal length. If the camera uses a DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens, the lens information is automatically acquired when the Shake Reduction function is activated. [Focal Length] cannot be set from [Shake Reduction] menu in the [A Rec. Mode] (The menu items cannot be selected). If another type of lens is used, the lens information cannot be automatically acquired even when the Shake Reduction function is activated. In this case, the [Shake Reduction] menu appears. Set [Focal Length] manually on the [Shake Reduction] menu. 1 Setting the Shake Reduction Function (p.49)