Pentax M MZ-S Guide

OPERATING MANUAL
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WELCOME
Thank you very much for buying the Pentax MZ-S
camera. Please read this manual before using the
camera in order to get the most out of all the features
and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a
valuable tool in helping you to understand all the
camera's capabilities.
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The MZ-S has the following features:
* The heavy-duty body enhanced with the magnesium alloy.
e Six-focus-point SAFOX VII allows the six focus points in the
viewfinder to auto focus even when the desired subject is not
in the center; shooting with a fixed focusing point is also
available. |
* Shutter speed of maximum of 1/6000.
* Exposure data including shutter speed, aperture,etc. can be
imprinted for each frame on a film. | Ш
Slanted camera top facilitates visibility and controllability.
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FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA
Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation,
please be sure to follow precautions given on this page.
/\ WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if
not followed, could result in serious injury
to the operator.
/\ CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that, if
not followed, could result in minor or
medium injury to the operator or damage
to the equipment.
S This mark indicates prohibited matters.
A This mark indicates that caution should be
taken.
LAA WARNING | |
Q The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working
parts. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself.
Never touch internal parts of the camera if they become exposed from
dropping the camera or for some other reason, as there is danger of an
electric shock.
S Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Make sure that small
children do not get the strap caught around their neck.
S Do not look directly at the sun through the camera, as viewing the sun for
may damage your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g: shutter blades,
etc.)
A Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical
assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed.
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Do not use the flash near anyone's eyes, as it may hurt them. Be particu-
larly careful with the flash around infants.
O Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the battery. Also, do not dis-
pose of the battery in fire, as it may explode.
; A Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or
begin to smoke. Be careful not burn yourself during removal.
PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA
Your Pentax camera is a high-precision mechanism. Handle it with great care.
Precautions when taking pictures
Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water, or any
other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant.
Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid
wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth.
Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects. If the camera suffers a
shock or impact, take it to a Pentax service center for inspection.
Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibrations, shock or pressure.
Use a cushion to protect the camera when carrying it in a motorcycle, car,
boat, etc.
Condensation on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely
harmful to the camera mechanism as it may cause rust. Furthermore, if the
camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa,
the formation of icelets may cause damage. In such a case, put the camera
into a case or plastic bag so that any changes in temperature difference is
minimized. Do not remove it from the bag until temperature has stabilized.
Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on the extreme edges of
the film frame. Compose your picture with a margin of safety at the edges.
When a macro or telephoto lens is attached to the camera, the top part of
the viewfinder may look dark due to the tens blocking the mirror. However,
this does not affect the picture taken.
Precautions for storage
Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in places where the humidity
and temperature are very high, such as-in a car.
Do not store the camera in a closet with moth balis or in an area where
chemicals are handled. Store it in a place with good dry air circulation to pre-
vent the growth of fungus.
Precautions for proper care
« Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your finger or any other object.
« Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or
viewfinder.
Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzene to clean the
camera.
Electrical problems may often be caused by water, 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 warranty and charges may be assessed.
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Other precautions
. 10°C MES to ore at which this camera functions properly is 50°C to -
A camera which has been submerged in water usually cannot be repaired
such an accident should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service
Center immediately.
To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the camera be
inspected every one or two years. If the camera has not been used for an
extended period, or is being prepared for an important photographic session
itis recommended that you have the camera inspected or test shoot with it
Repairs deemed necessary due to usage of this product in an industrial or
commercial application may not be covered under the terms of the Pentax
warranty.
* The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in materials or
workmanship. Damage of any kind cannot be repaired at no charge under
the terms of the warranty. If the difficulty is caused as a direct result of the
product being used in conditions as outlined in the "Precautions for Your
Camera" section or any other operation contrary to the instructions outlined
in his manual, charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will be pro-
vided.
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE
. Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR-2 type).
° Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage, overheating,
explosion, etc. The battery should be inserted with the "+" and “-" sides fac-
ing correctly. |
. Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures, but
will recover in normal temperatures. |
* Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement convenience when shooting
outdoors or while traveling.
If the built-in flash is used continuously, the battery may become warm, but it
does not mean that the battery is faulty; it is one of the battery's characteris-
tics.
* Replace the 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.
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FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA cc 1
PRECAUTIONS FORF YOUR CAMERA ..................... 2
PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE ..................—. 3
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS -..................eeeeeeeeeeee.... 8
USING THIS OPERATING MANUAL ere 10
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THINGS TO DO .............e--.—erauecacanoocacaranonvecoxarnaneearananeanmene 11
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES -................m.ee2eeeeeeemeen0.. 12
STEP 1 Attaching the Strap 12
STEP 2 Loading the Batteries ..…......…..….….… .... 13
STEP 3 Attaching a Lens ..............—....eeeeeeeeeee.e=. 14
STEP 4 Imprinting the date or time 16
STEP 5 Ajdjusting the viewfinders
diopter ..................e.eemeemmeeenee EEK 17
STEP6 Film loading .....................---.ereeeeeeemee.. 18
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BASIC OPERATIONS ....eceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eee ee ener eee eeenens 21
QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING ve 22
POWER ON/OFF oie, 22
QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING:..............e.e000evienios 24
TAKING A PICTURE... 27
BUILT-IN FLASH-SMART FLASH... 30
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH ......... eee, 30
SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE .....33
UNLOADING FILM... eee, 34
REWINDING THE FILM... crc rerrrrarnes 34
SETTING THE FILM SPEED(ISO)
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IMPRINTING EXPOSURE DATA... 37
REPLACING THE BATTERIES... 40
REPLACING THE CAMERA'S
BATTERIES «o.oo eee eee eee, 40
REPLACING THE DATA BACK'S
BATTERY... eee, 42
ADJUSTING THE DATA BACKartiereeeee 44
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
CAMERA OPERATIONS ............ eee 48
CONSECUTIVE-FRAME DRIVE... 48
MULTIPLE EXPOSURES ON A SINGLE FRAME..49
SELF-TIMER MODE o.oo ooo eee. 51
AUTO BRACKETING ...............0.00emeeeenie es 53
SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE 56
ABOUT THE HOLD SWITCH... 57
USING PROGRAMMED AE MODE... 57
USING SHUTTER-PRIORITY AE MODE …………… 59
USING APERTURE-PRIORITY
AE MODE o.oo eee eee eee eterna ns 61
USING METERED MANUAL MODE..........c.coco....... 62
BULB EXPOSURES MODE... 64
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION recu. 65
AE LOCK FUNCTION o.oo eee. 66
SWITCHING THE METERING MODE -...............eevmee.. 68
USING MULTI(6)-SEGMENT METERING .............. 68
USING CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING............. 69
USING SPOT METERING «o.oo, 70
ABOUT FOCUSING...................emeee es 72
USING AUTOFOCUS..............—.ereeen 72
FOCUSING MANUALLY ooo, 76
SELECTING THE FOCUS POINT неее: 78
USING FOCUS LOCK oes, 80
PREVIEWING THE DEPTH OF FIELD................... 82
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH «ooo. 84
SETTING THE FLASH MODE ker 84
ADVANCED TECHNIQUES WITH THE BUILT-IN
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USING EXTERNAL FLASH ooo. 91
FLASH FEATURES «o.oo ee 91
USING TTL AUTO FLASH o.oo. 92
USING HIGH-SPEED SYNC WITH
THE AF360FGZ ........................i eee. 93
WIRELESS FLASH (AF360FGZ ONLY ).................. 96
USING BOTH THE BUILT-IN FLASH AND
EXTERNAL FLASH................eeenem 97
USING CONTRAST-CONTROL-SYNC
FLASH MODE oes. 99
USING SLOW-SPEED SYNC coves. 101
WHEN USING FLASH o.oo 103
APPENDIX
PENTAX FUNCTIONS oes 106
SETTING PENTAX FUNCTIONS .....................e.e... 108
SETTING A PENTAX FUNCTION......................... 110
ACCESSPORIES (OPTIONAL) ………….…………cerrere 123
TROUBLE SHOOTING ovo. 128
SPECIFICATIONS TABLE «o.oo 132
WARRANYTY POLICY ooo 136
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Exposure mode reset button Self-timer lamp Drive switch |
Sets the drive mode to the single-frame (t&#" p.24), consecutive-frame
Cable release | ( LE" p.48), multi-exposure ( 137" p.49), or self-timer mode (t&"p.51).
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Shutter release
button
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LCD panel
Displays the current exposure mode, Metering mode switch
Strap lug shutter speed, aperture, flash firing 1° p.25, 66, 68, 69, 71
Flash function | status, frame counter, and other infor- Sets the metering mode to
button | mation. multi-segment, spot, or
35" p.95, 96 center-weighted metering. +
Select dial F
Main/Preview Sets various modes and . . |
switch settings LCD illuminator E
| | button rá p.23 ;
Lens mount Focus mode switch | lluminates the LCD :
index lamp (47 p.26, 73, 74, 76, 77, 80 | Hot shoe | panel.
5 p.15 Sets the focus mode to autofocus For a Pentax-dedicated x
; | (single/continuous) or manual — external flash unit.
Focus point mode switch focus. E p.92, 94, 98
ti" p.25, 78
Sets the focus point mode to Lens unlock button 2P syn A
automatic or manual selection. terminal И
Hold switch ts” p.57
Prohibits the alterations of exposure mode and shutter AE lock button
speed by the select dial or exposure mode button. 15° p.66
Lock release button Tripod socket Locks the current expo-
sure setting for 20 sec.
Exposure compensa-
Battery tion dial 12 p.65
chamber cover i >
Auto bracketing dial rá" p.53
B A set number of frames is taken con- AF button rá p.26 4
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hamb secutively automatically while the Activates autofocusing. "
chamber cover exposure is bracketed by +1 or +1/2 |
release lever sto ;
Р. Diopter adjustment
Back cover
release lever Battery grip contacts Flash pop-up button 1° p.30,84 lever t& p.17
cover Pops up the built-in flash to enable
Mid-roll rewind button ts p.35 flash photography.
USING THIS OPERATING MANUAL
This operating manual consists of the following sections.
* Things to Check
This section is before "Things to Do," and it explains cautions for
using the camera and accessories, as well as the names of work-
ing parts.
+ Things to Do
Explains the procedures to be followed before you use the camera
for the first time.
It also explains how to load and rewind the film.
+ Basic Operations
» Explains the easiest way to take pictures with the camera set to
single-frame mode, programmed AE mode, multi-segment
metering mode, automatic focus point selection, and AF mode.
Using the Built-in Flash: Explains how to use the built-in flash.
+ Advanced Operations
~The camera's features are explained in detail.
e Picture-taking Techniques: Consecutive-frame mode, multi-
exposure mode, self-timer mode, auto bracketing
* Setting the Exposure: Autoexposure modes (Programmed AE,
Shutter-Priority AE, Aperture-Priority AE), metered manual
exposure, bulb exposure, exposure compensation
* Setting the Metering Mode: Multi-segment metering, center-
weighted metering, spot metering
* Focusing: Focus modes, focus point selection, manual focusing
+Flash Photography
« Tips: Tips on using flash in backlit conditions and at night, flash
exposure settings, and effective flash range.
* Using a Pentax-Dedicated External Flash: Explains the opera-
tion for dedicated external flash units and high-speed sync and
wireless mode features with the AF360FGZ.
SET UP
THINGS TO DO
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES .................. 12
Step 1 Attaching the Strap ...............==————— 12
Step 2 Loading the Batteries ..................—... 13
Step 3 Attaching a Lens creer 14
Step 4 Imprinting the date or time ................. 16
Step 5 Adjusting the viewfinders diopter ....... 17
Step 6 Film loading... HE 18
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BEFORE TAKING PICTURES
Things to do before using the camera for the first time.
(Step 12 Attaching the Strap
1 Pass the end of the strap
through the strap lug from
underneath, then pass the strap
through the clasp from under-
neath.
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The strap's clasp can be used to rewind
the film in mid-roll or to alter the date or
time. Position the clasp away from the
camera body.
Follow the same procedure to
attach the other end of the strap
to the other strap lug.
Ея Using the strap pocket
The strap also has a pocket which can
store the viewfinder cap, release socket
cover, hot shoe cover or any other small
accessory as illustrated.
<P Loading the Batteries
| 1 As shown in the illustration,
open the battery chamber cover
by turning it with a coin.
2 As shown in the illustration, load
the two lithium CR2 batteries or
y equivalent into the chamber with
the batteries’ positive (+) con-
tacts pointing down.
3 Push in the battery chamber
cover firmly and use a coin to
turn the cover clockwise to
close.
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der About the Batteries
Be sure to use two lithium CR2 batter-
les. ;
* |f you want to use size-AA batteries,
use the optional Battery Grip BG-10.
« When taking the camera to unfamiliar
areas or when using in cold environ-
ments, take a spare set of batteries.
« See "Replacing the Batteries” to
replace the batteries and read the cau-
tions regarding the batteries. (rE p.41)
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1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap. |
2 Align the red dots on the lens and camera while attaching
The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from dust and
scratches upon factory shipment. For long-term camera storage, the
optional accessory “Body Mount Cap K” is also available.
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« When attaching the lens in the dark, turn on the camera's main switch
and press the lens unlock button to turn on the lens mount index lamp
on the camera.
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the lens to the camera, then turn the lens clockwise until
Handling the Lens
it clicks in place.
* To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens
« We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the
« After attaching the lens, try and turn the lens counterclockwise to make use of lenses made by other manufacturers.
sure it is locked in place.
* Use a soft, dry cloth to keep the electrical contacts on the body mount
and lens mount clean. Dirt or corrosion on the contacts can cause
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| * To set the correct date and time, see SA
"Setting the Date and Time" on page ee.
Imprint the date or time within the picture. 44. = 7
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Data back's display looks light or shows œ |
1 On the camera’s back cover, a8 —— В nothing, replace the Data back's bat- o |
press the DATE button to set the tery. (t# p.42) 8
desired imprinting format. Л * The date of the first frame will be :
Each time you press the DATE but- SELECT imprinted in the multi-exposure mode. 3
ton, the display will change in the DATE O) OO 1
following sequence: — 1 |
ADJUST :
| | ED Adjusting the viewfinder's diopter
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May 1, 2001, 2:10 PM. | o to y
YY indicates the year's last two digits, Adjust the viewfinders diopter to sult your eye s vision.
MM is the month, DD is the day, hh is
the hour, and mm is the minute. 7 Look through the viewfinder and .
[YY MM DD] »[01 5 1] | point the camera to a well-lit :
[DD hh mm]---[ 1 14:10] scene. Then move the diopter |
[-- -- --] Blank adjustment lever left or right |
| until the autofocus frame in the |
[MM DD Мей 5 101 | finder looks sharp.
[DD MMYY]—[ 1 5 01] й
| The diopter can be adjusted from -2.5 to
go TT 7 +1.5m (per meter).
The date or time is imprinted on the lower
right corner of the picture. If this part of
the picture is light-colored (white, yellow,
etc.), the imprinted date or time may be
difficult to distinguish.
CTH Film loading
Automatic film speed setting
This camera is designed to use DX- coded films with ISO
ratings from 25 to 5000.
We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to
become familiar with its operations.
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When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is automatically set
for the camera. If you use a non-DX coded film, you can set the film
speed manually. ( 1" p.36)
« You cannot use an infra-red film. This camera uses infra-red rays to
detect film transport so it may sensitize the film.
1 To open the back cover, slide the
back cover release lever in the
direction of the arrow.
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Remove the protective cover
* Before loading film for the first time |
after purchase, open the back cover
and remove the protective card.
* Be careful not to touch the shutter cur-
tains with the protective card.
e Always load and unload film in the
shade or by using your body to shade
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2 Place the film cartridge in the
film chamber as shown in the
illustration.
As shown in the illustration, pull
the film leader out only far
enough to reach the take -up
spool.
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The shutter curtains are fine-precision
material. Do not touch them with your
fingers or any other object while loading
film.
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* The DX information pins in the film
chamber are used to read film speed.
Keep them clean and free from scratch-
es. To remove smudges, wipe them
gently with a soft, dry cloth.
* |f there is dirt on the film detector, film
cannot be wound properly.
Wipe them gently with a soft, dry cloth.
BEFORE TAKING PICTURES
— Imprint data emitter
Film detector
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film leader end mark and make
sure that the film leader is posi-
tioned under the film retainer as
shown in the illustration.
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bent, straighten it or cut off the bent
portion.
* If you have pulled out too much film,
push it back into the cartridge to
reduce the slack.
Close the back cover.
Turn the main switch to [ON].
The film will advance to frame 1 automati-
cally, and the LCD panel will display the
exposure counter and film status informa-
tion.
E Incorrect film loading
If the film is not loaded
properly, the LCD panel will
display E . Open the back
cover and load the film
again.
Film leader end mark
Exposure counter
Film status
information
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BASIC
BASIC OPERATIONS
QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING ................ 22
POWER ON/OFF Loos 22
QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING ............... 24
TAKING A PICTURE... 27
BUILT-IN FLASH-SMART FLASH ................ 30
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH ................... 30
SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION
MODE eerie een 33
UNLOADING FILM... 34
REWINDING THE FILM ........................... 34
SETTING THE FILM SPEED(ISO)
MANUALLY eens 36
IMPRINTING EXPOSURE DATA .............. 37
REPLACING THE BATTERIES..............—..... 40
REPLACING THE CAMERA'S
BATTÉRIES.......…....…….…eececcesresssescancecceces 40
REPLACING THE DATA BACK'S
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ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK ................. 44
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QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING
| POWER ON/OFF
1 Turn on the camera.
1. Turn the main switch to ON.
2 Turn off the camera.
(1) After you finish taking pictures, turn
the main switch to OFF.
Be sure to turn the main switch to OFF to
prevent accidental drain on the batteries.
"QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING
ET About the LCD Panel
The LCD panel displays the following indications:
Exposure mode
The exposure mode is indicated. It can be
set to P (Programmed AE), Tv (Shutter-
— ^^ Priority AE), Av (Aperture-Priority AE), or
M (Metered Manual). 14p.56
a = Shutter speed/Aperture display
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The shutter speed and aperture are indi-
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D ) т ) 7 HS Other indications
- -—0 The ISO film speed, low battery warning,
~~ flash firing status, frame counter, and
other information are displayed.
Exposure mode P ............... Programmed AE Mode 1d p.24, 57
TV oe Shutter-Priority AE Mode tr p.59
Av ............. Aperture-Priority AE Mode t& p.61
M. Metered Manual Mode ta p.62
Flash indications ® .............. Red-eye reduction flash indication E:2p.33, 85
cessrecce nee Automatic flash information tr p.84
ye, Flash status information t& p.30, 84
cessera uses Wireless flash mode "p.86, 95
HS ............ High-speed sync mode tá p.85, 93
Other indications ISO ........... Manual-set fiim speed Lx" p.36
errr Pentax function 14 p.106
1) RR Audible PCV signal E p.52, 73, 74, 77, 110
Cl... Battery exhaustion warning t= p.40
Bl. Imprinting exposure data information 1” p.37
Q___0 ..Рит status information tr p.20,34
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To see the LCD panel in the dark press
the LCD illumination button. The panel will
light up for about 10 seconds.
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| QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING
For quick and easy shooting, set your camera for single-
frame shooting, Programmed AE, multi-segment metering,
automatic focus point mode, and autofocus.
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To load the batteries and film or to attach
the lens, see "Things to Do” (t&" p.11)
1 Set the single-frame drive mode.
(1/Set the main switch to [ON] position.
(2)Set the drive switch to[ O1.
One picture is taken each time the
shutter release button is pressed.
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The drive mode can also be set to con-
secutive-frame mode (t&" p.48), self-
timer (t& p.51), or .
multiple-exposure mode ( 147 p.49).
(1)Turn the aperture ring to the [A] р
position while holding down the a № 2824 -
aperture-A lock button on the lens. ПИН || | il
[P] appears on the LCD panel to indi- uu
cate that the Programmed AE Mode is A В
set.
When [P] is not displayed on the LCD
panel, press the exposure mode reset
button.
Set the multi(6)-segment meter-
ing mode.
(Set the metering mode switch to
[#5].
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« When multi-segment metering is set,
the scene’s brightness is metered by
six segments within the image area. So
even in backlit conditions, the subject
will not be underexposed because the
other metering segments can detect
the condition and the camera can com-
pensate the exposure accordingly.
» The center-weighted metering and spot
— metering are also available. tá” p.69, 70
Automatic selection of the Six
Focus Points
(1)Set the focus point mode switch to
the down position at [A].
When the focus point mode is set to
[A], the camera selects one of the six
focus points to focus even when the
subject is not at the center.
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You can also manually select one of the
six focus points to focus the subject.
па” p.78
Set autofocus
(1 :Set the focus mode switch to the
down position at [AF.S].
When the single AF mode [AF.S] has
been set, press the shutier release but-
ton halfway down to focus. The picture
cannot be taken unless focus is
achieved. The focus will remain locked
as long the shutter release button is
held in the halfway down position.
Other focusing methods
You can also focus in the following ways:
« MF---Focus manually. 23° р.7б
* AFC---Continuous focus. ta” p.74
* AF button--- This button works in the
same way as shutter release button
pressed halfway. Convenient especially
in a situation where it's hard press the
shutter release button halfway down.
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| TAKING A PICTURE
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points in the viewfinder. Cover the sub- bl (5) 10 3
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Focus point
Er Holding the camera
» Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand supporting the camera and
lens as shown in the illustrations.
* To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid
object - a table, tree, or a wall for instance.
« Although there are individual differences among photographers, in gen- |
eral the shutter speed for a hand held camera is the inverse of the focal |
| length. For example, 1/60 of second when focal length is 50mm, and
1/125 of second when it is 100mm. A tripod should be used for shutter :
| speeds slower than this. |
| * When using a telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total |
weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake.
dr Using a Zoom Lens
+ Using the Manual Zoom Lens
To photograph a wider area, turn the
zoom ring to the left. To magnify the sub-
ject, turn the zoom ring to the right.
+ Using the manual zoom function
with a Power Zoom lens attached
Pull the power zoom ring toward the cam-
era body until the words [POWER ZOOM]
are hidden and turn the zoom ring to the
right or left.
+ Using the power zoom function with
_ à power zoom lens attached
(Push the power zoom ring forward until
the words [POWER ZOOM] appear
beneath the power zoom ring.
(2) Turning the power zoom ring to the
right brings the subject closer (telepho-
to) and turning it to the left makes the
subject smaller (wide angle). To stop
zooming, release the power zoom ring.
+ Using the Power Zoom Function
* If a power zoom ring is attached, three
zooming speeds are available.
Turning the power zoom ring fully to the
right or left, zooms the lens quickly.
* Turning it slightly gives you slow opera-
tion. At an intermediate position, the
lens zooms at medium speed.
release button halfway down to focus the subject.
« When the main switch is turned off with the power zoom lens attached,
the lens automatically retracts to its shortest physical length.
QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING | -
Zooming the lens with the power zoom function automatically focuses
the lens on the subject. However, for final focusing, press the shutter
Taking the picture 4
(ULightly press the shutter release but-
ton halfway down with your finger.
The exposure information (focus point,
shutter speed, aperture, flash status)
will be displayed in the viewfinder.
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The viewfinder indication stays on for 10
seconds after the button is released from
the halfway position.
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Flash status indicator:
Blinks when flash is required in
indoor or low-light environments.
Press the flash pop-up button to
pop up the built-in flash. ts" p.30
On completion of recharging, the
indicator remains lit.
Focus point indicator:
The focus point that achieves
focus Will light up. If the sub-
ject cannot be focused all
points will light up.
F4.5 —— Aperture
Shutter speed
Focus indicator:
Lights when focus is
achieved. If it blinks,
it indicates that focus
has not been
achieved.
Check the exposure information in the viewfinder and press the
shutter release button completely.
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BUILT-IN FLASH - SMART FLASH
The basic procedure for using the built-in flash is explained
below.
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To set the built-in flash's flash mode or when using an external flash unit,
refer to “Using external flash” on page 91.
| USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
You can set the built-in flash to fire even when there is
adequate existing light.
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* When using the built-in flash, do not attach a hood to the lens. The
hood will obstruct part of the flash.
* Asa rule of thumb the distance for using the built-in flash (which varies
with the lens used) is within about four meters (using ISO 400 film).
1 Enabling the built-in flash
(Make sure the camera is on, then
press the flash pop-up button.
The built-in flash pops up and starts to
recharge automatically.
When the built-in flash is charged and
ready to fire, [$] is displayed on the
LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
BUILT-IN FLASH - SMART FLASH |
ET What to do if an indication other than [4] is displayed
Hold down the flash-function button and turn the select dial.
The flash mode is indicated on the LCD panel as shown below.
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in “Using Built-in Flash” on page 85.
* Auto flashing [8] can only be selected in the Programmed AE mode.
JET Flash recommendation indicator
When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down, if [%] blinks in
the viewfinder and on the LCD panel, it is recommended that you use
flash. |
Also, if a telephoto lens is used and the subject is beyond the effective
range of the built-in flash, use of a tripod is recommended to prevent
camera shake.
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The [%] indicator may blink in the following modes:
* Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Programmed AE Mode
The [4] indicator will blink if the subject is dark or backlit.
* Shutter-Priority AE Mode or Metered Manual Mode
The indicator will blink if the subject is backlit. (It will not blink for a dark
subject.)
* Center-weighted metering or Spot metering
The indicator will blink only if the subject is dark. (It will not blink for a
backlit subject.)
2 Firing the built-in flash
(¿Check that [$] is displayed in the
viewfinder or on the LCD panel, then
press the shutter release button.
When the shutter release button is
pressed all the way down the built-in
flash will fire and then will start to re-
charge automatically.
When [%] is displayed again on the
LCD panel or in the viewfinder, you can
take another flash picture.
* The shutter cannot be released while the built-in flash is being
recharged.
* If the built-in flash is used continuously, the batteries will get warm, but
it does not mean that the batteries are faulty.
E When [4] blinks
When using an F or FA lens not suited for flash photography, [4] will blink
in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the flash is ready and the
shutter release button is pressed halfway down. Taking a picture while this
warning is displayed may cause vignetting in the picture corners or semi-
circular vignetting at the bottom of the picture.
See F and FA Lens Compatibility Table ra p.89
J Retracting the built-in flash
(After using the built-in flash, push
down the flash head to lock it in the
closed position.
VET AF illuminator
When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down where it is hard
for autofocus to work, such as in a dark place, the built-in flash dis-
charges continuously to provide illumination, making it easy for the auto-
focus to work. The effective range of AF illumonator is approx. 1m to 5m.
| SETTING THE RED-EYE REDUCTION MODE
Red-eye reduction mode: To make the eye’s iris smaller,
a low-output flash fires right before the picture is taken.
This is to reduce the chances of red eye from occurring in
the subject's eyes.
1 Setting the red-eye roduction mode
(Turn the main switch to [ON]
While pressing the flash-function button, turn the select dial until
[ E ] appears on the LCD panel.
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UNLOADING FILM| |
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UNLOADING FILM + Rewinding a film in mid-roil :
; : ; If you wish to unload the film before exposing all the frames, use this Y
Film rewind (auto/manual), setting the ISO for non-DX- function posing i
coded film, and exposure data imprinting are covered here.
| REWINDING THE FILM * If film that has been rewound in mid-roll is reloaded into the camera, > a
picture-taking can start from the specified frame. ( 1" p.118) |
* At the end of the film rewind, you can also leave the film leader outside = ==.
Л the cartridge. (15 p.118) >
* Always unload film in the shade or by using your body to shade the Turn the main switch to ON. ©
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* Never open the back cover until the whole film roll is completely rewound. ¿Use the Strap clasp's rod to press m
When the film count reaches [30], an audible PCV signal beeps for the mid-rolt rewind button. >
about two seconds for film depletion warning with a blinking [Q] on the Em o
LCD panel. 5
Avoid using anything other than the strap
+ Automatic film rewinding clasp’s rod to press the mid-roll rewind
button. If you have to use some other
E instrument such as a ballpoint pen, be
sure to press the button gently without
The shutter may be released a frame or more after the specified number excessive force.
of frames have been used as indicated on the film cartridge. However,
those extra frames may be lost in processing. When you take important
pictures, rewind the film when the film reaches the number of frames indi-
cated on the film cartridge.
(3)Before opening the back cover,
check that [ Q ] is blinking.
(The film automatically rewinds at the
end of the roll.
During rewinding, [ — — ©] blinks on
the LCD panel, indicating that the film
Is being rewound.
When the film is fully rewound, [@]
blinks and the exposure counter disap-
pears from the LCD panel.
(2'Before opening the back cover,
check that [ @] is blinking.
| SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY
The 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.
1 Load the film.
1 Load the non-DX-coded film.
2 Setting the ISO speed
1 Hold down the lock release button
and turn the exposure compensation
dial to [ISO].
(2 Turn the select dial to set the ISO
speed.
* The ISO speed can be set from ISO 6
to 6400 in 1/3-EV increments.
« [ISO] is displayed when the film speed
is set manually.
(3) After setting the ISO speed, hold
down the lock release button and turn
the exposure compensation dial to [0].
der Resetting the ISO speed
e |f the exposure compensation dial is
positioned at [ISO] with the non-DX-
coded film loaded, pressing the expo-
sure mode reset button sets the ISO
speed to 100.
e If the exposure compensation dial is
positioned at {ISO} with the DX-coded
film loaded, pressing the exposure
mode reset button cancels the manual-
ly-set ISO film speed.
| IMPRINTING EXPOSURE DATA
The following exposure data can be imprinted on the nega-
tive: Exposure mode, shutter speed, aperture, exposure
compensation value and auto bracketing. (Imprinting is
enabled by default.)
Check the setting.
(Turn the main switch to [ON].
[ B)] displayed on the LCD panel indi-
cates that exposure data imprinting is
enabled.
Enable or disable the data
imprinting.
{1'Hold down the lock release button
and turn the exposure compensation
dial to [D].
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(2 Turn the select dial to display [OFF]
or [ONJon the LCD panel.
* If the exposure data imprinting is dis-
abled with the exposure compensation
dial set to other than @ , the M indica-
tion disappears and the total number of
film rolls is reset to [001].
:3-Hold down the lock release button
and turn the exposure compensation
dial to [0].
Imprinting exposure data
* The exposure data will be imprinted on
the negative as shown below. Before
frame 1, the total number of film rolls,
the ISO speed and imprint density will
be imprinted.
* The exposure data imprint density varies
with the films. You are recommended to
make a test shooting. If the density is
too low or too high, adjust it using the
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* In the multi-exposure mode, the first frame of data is imprinted.
* There are some cases where the imprint data is superimposed over the
film perforations or text printed on film.
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Total No. of film rolls
Cumulative count of film rolls is imprinted.
Counted up to 999 and recycled back to 001.
The count is also reset to 001 if the exposure
data imprinting is set to OFF.
ISO speed
Loaded DX-coded film speed and manually set
ISO speed is imprinted; ISO 6 to 6400 can be
imprinted.
Imprint density
Selected item in the Pentax Function F15 is
imprinted.
Exposure mode
Configured exposure mode is imprinted:
M (Metered Manual Mode)/ Tv (Shutter-Priority
AE Mode)/ Av (Aperture-Prioriy AE Mode)/
P (Programmed AE Mode).
Metering system
Defined metering system marking is imprinted:
[ «x ] (Multi-segment)/ [ [=] ] (Center-weighted)/
[ E] ] (Spot)
Shutter speed
The shutter speed displayed in the viewfinder is
imprinted. For bulb exposure, [BU] is imprinted.
For 1-second shutter speed, [17] is imprinted.
Aperture Aperture displayed in the viewfinder is imprint-
ed. When non-F/FA lenses or accessories hav-
ing no information contacts as helicoid exten-
sion tube is used, [F--] is imprinted.
Exposure When the exposure compensation is not
compensation value
enabled, [+0.0] is imprinted. When either expo-
sure compensation or auto bracketing alone is
used, either compensation value is imprinted.
If both auto bracketing and exposure
compensation value are used, the sum is
displayed.
Auto bracketing exposure
[AEB] is displayed when the pictures are taken
in auto bracketing mode.
Exposure data imprinting is powered by the camera body battery (CR-2)
instead of the button cell for date and time imprinting.
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REPLACING THE BATTERIES
| REPLACING THE CAMERA’S BATTERIES
When the camera’s lithium CR2 batteries are exhausted,
replace with a new set.
+ When the batteries are
exhausted
When the batterigs are exhausted, the
LCD panel will display the low battery
warning <a.
Keep a set of new lithium CR2 batteries
handy. Even while the low battery warning
Is displayed, as long as the shutter works,
a proper exposure will be obtained.
+ When the batteries
must be replaced
When the low battery warning —a
blinks, the information display in the
viewfinder will be off and the shutter will
not work. Replace the lithium CR2 batter-
les with new ones. ( E” p.13)
REPLACING THE BATTERIES | | |
« When replacing the batteries, replace all of them at the same time. Do
not use old and new batteries together. All the batteries should be of |
the same type and brand
« When the batteries are replaced, the following settings will take effect. Em 74 +
All other settings will remain unchanged. a
Red-eye reduction with built-in flash: ....................... Disabled O
Automatic firing when built-in flash is popped up:.....Disabled ea
Wireless flash SYNC: …..…..…...rccrreceren rennes cernes Disabled :
High-speed-flash synC:.................c.1m.. 0... Disabled ;
Imprinting exposure data:...........c........ ees Enabled
e |f the camera has not been used for a long time, the LCD panel may
still display the low battery warning <a even with a new set of batter-
ies. In this situation, turn on the camera and press the shuiter release
button halfway down. When the low battery warning «= turns off, you
can continue using the camera.
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The number of 24-exposure film rolis that can be taken with a new set of
batteries is indicated below.
Number of film rolls Number of film rolls
at 20°C/68°F at -10°C/14°F i
General existing light photography about 50 rolls about 30 rolis i
Flash photography À
(using flash 50% of the times) about 15 rolls about 10 rolis ;
Flash photography
(using flash 100% of the times) about 8 rolls about 5 rolls
Bulb exposure time about 8 hours about 2 hours
« CR? batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions. Actual bat-
tery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of
autofocus, built-in flash and external conditions such as temperature
and freshness of the battery.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES | |
| REPLACING THE DATA BACK'S BATTERY (3)Remove the old battery.
If the date/time display or imprinting looks faint, replace the
lithium CR2025 battery.
o Resetting the ISO speed |
* Replace the battery when the data information on a picture or the LCD
panel becomes weak or invisible. The battery will last for approximately 2
3 years. The data back uses one 3V lithium battery, type CR2025. Install a new battery.
* After replacing the battery, set the correct date and time. ( tsi* p.44)
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(Dinstall a new battery with the + side
facing up.
1 Remove the battery.
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.1 Ensure that a film is not loaded, then
open the back cover.
(2)Reinstall the battery chamber cover,
and tighten the battery chamber fix-
ing screw.
(2.Loosen the battery cover fixing
screw (located near the upper left
side of the pressure plate ) with a
Phillips head screwdriver and then
remove the battery chamber cover.
| ADJUSTING THE DATA BACK
Use the strap clasp's rod to press the buttons. Do not press the buttons
with an object having a sharp tip.
1 Adjusting the year/month/day.
.1 Press the [SELECT] button to make the year, month or day you
want to change blink. The digits blink in the following order.
The digits blink in the following order.
Year- Month - Day - Year
(2 Change the date with the [ADJUST] button.
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The digit increases by one each time the [ADJUST] button is pressed.
Holding the button for about 2 to 3 seconds will change the digits continu-
ously.
3 Press the [SELECT] button to stop the digit from blinking, after
you have changed the date. The adjusted date has been entered.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES |
2 Adjusting the hour/minute.
1‘Press the [SELECT] button to make the hour, minute or second
( :) you want to change blink.
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The digits blink in the following order.
Hour > Minute > :-> Hour
(Change the data ( hour or minute ) with the [ADJUST] button.
The digit increases by one each time the [ADJUST] button is depressed.
Holding the button for about 2 to 3 seconds will change the digits continu-
ously.
.3'To change the second ( : ), press the [SELECT] button until “ : “
will blink, and then press the [ADJUST] button in sync with a time
signal to set the second to zero.
(4'Press the [SELECT] button to stop the adjusted hour/minute from
blinking.
E Operational precautions
* To select or cancel the date imprinting or to select the format, see
“Imprinting the Date and Time” on page 16.
* If the imprinting looks too light or if the Data back's display looks light
or shows nothing, replace the Data back's battery. (15" p.42)
The working temperature for data printing is 0°C - 50°C (32°F - 122°F).
« Imprinted data may appear too light under the low temperature.
* Use DX-coded films with ISO rating from 25 - 1600.
+ If high-speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 or faster is used, the
imprinted characters may blur.
« If film with ISO rating of 50 or slower is used, the printed characters
may be dark or dim. :
« If you release the shutter while the blinking data is being corrected, the
data cannot be imprinted.
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
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CONSECUTIVE-FRAME DRIVE .................. 22m... 48
MULTIPLE EXPOSURES ON A SINGLE FRAME......49 |
SELF-TIMER MODE ......coo ic 51 |
AUTO BRACKETING ................20022 2er ener EE 53 |
SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE -............002. re... 56
ABOUT THE HOLD SWITCH ............. 0222222 57
USING PROGRAMMED AE MODE.......................... 57
USING SHUTTER-PRIORITY AE MODE................... 59
USING APERTURE-PRIORITY AE MODE ................ 61
USING METERED MANUAL MODE .......................... 62
BULB EXPOSURES MODEerrrrrr een 64
EXPOSURE COMPENSATIÓN -...........e....e.enmeeneeeeene. 65
AE LOCK FUNCTION …......…………rerisserencensenmeseeser cernes 66
SWITCHING THE METERING MODE 68
USING MULTI(6)-SEGMENT METERING..................... 68
USING CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING ................ 69
USING SPOT METERING... 70
ABOUT FOCUSING .....cooii ccc 72
USING AUTOFOCUS... mee EEE nee 72
FOCUSING MANUALLY ................ enn ane nee rares 76
SELECTING THE FOCUS POINT eee 78
USING FOCUS LOCK oii, 80
PREVIEWING THE DEPTH OF FIELD....................... 82
CAMERA OPERATION
CAMERA OPERATION 2
Besides single-frame drive mode, the camera can be set
. Shooting consecutive frames
(Press the shutter reiease button halfway down to focus the sub-
as follows: ject. | i
° Consecutive-frame drive mode: Pictures can be taken 7 Press and hold down the shutter release button completely. -
consecutively while holding down the shutter release but- (3iTo stop taking consecutive pictures, take your finger off the shut- ;
ton. «p.48 | ter release button. 1
« Multi-exposure mode: Expose the same frame multiple erm ly
imes. «ir p.43 When the f d itch i t to AF.S (single), the f is locked E ;
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* Self-timer mode: A picture will be taken with a 12-sec- for the first frame and used for subsequent consecutive frames. =
ond- delay. Mirror lock-up can also be set to prevent When the focus mode switch is set to AF.C (consecutive), the focus is zs
camera shake. wr p.51 set for each consecutive picture taken. The consecutive picture will be o
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until the multi-exposure mode is cancelled.
For example, you can first take a picture of a dark back-
ground, then use flash to photograph someone on the
same frame.
Keep the shutter release button pressed to take pictures
continuously.
1 Setting the consecutive-frame
drive mode
11 Turn the main switch to [ON].
2 Turn the Drive switch to [ =1].
CAMERA OPERATION
1 Setting the multi-exposure mode | SELF-TIMER MODE
17 Turn the main switch to ON.
:2)Turn the drive switch to [ @ ].
The frame counter will blink and show the
same frame number until the multi-expo-
sure mode is canceiled.
| After you pressing the shutter release button, the picture ,.
will be taken about 12 sec. later. Use the self-timer when
you want to be in the picture or when you use mirror lock- |
up to prevent camera shake. |
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2 Using the multi-exposure mode
Setting the self-timer mode
1 Take the first picture. (Turn the main switch to ON.
2: Take the second picture. Turn the drive switch to [ À ]. '
Subsequent pictures will be exposed
on the same frame until the multi-expo-
sure mode is cancelled.
der Preventing stray light from entering the eyepiece
3 Cancelling the multi-exposure Underexposure may occur if light enters the viewfinder during self-timer
mode operation. If you intend to move away from the viewfinder, attach the
supplied finder cap or use AE lock function ( 15" p.66).
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(1)Turn the drive switch to any setting
except [ © ].
The multi-exposure mode is cancelled,
and the film advances to the next
frame.
The multi-exposure mode remains in
effect even after the main switch is
Detaching Eyecup FL Attaching the finder cap
turned [OFF]. To cancel the multi-expo- = 5 Cd 2 .
sure mode, turn the drive switch to Using the self-timer mode
another setting. (1'Press the shutter release button
halfway down to focus the subject.
3 Cancelling the self-timer mode
.2'Press the shutter release button
completely.
The shutter will be released about 12
seconds after the shutter release is
pressed. The audible PCV signal is
heard and the rate increases for the
last two seconds.
Turn the drive switch to a setting
except [© ].
The self-timer mode is cancelled.
The self-timer mode can be cancelled
even during the self-timer is activated
by placing the drive switch to other than
the [© ] position.
E Mirror lock-up
With mirror lock-up, you can prevent camera shake caused by the
reflex mirrors movement. When the shutter release button is pressed,
the reflex mirror stays up and the shutter is released about 2 seconds
later.
To enable mirror lock-up, use Pentax Function No. 14 set to 2 (2-sec.
mirror lock-up). (t&°p.119) Then use the self-timer mode.
| AUTO BRACKETING
When you press the shutter release button, three consecu-
tive frames will be taken at different exposures. The first
frame is exposed correctly. The second frame is underex-
posed, and the third frame is overexposed.
The bracketing amount can be set to +1/2EV or +1EV.
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Auto bracketing can also be used together with exposure compensation
to bracket all the frames on the + or - side. ( 16" p.65).
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« If the exposure compensation amount is small, the effect will not be so
noticeable with print film.
« The number of auto bracketed frames and the bracketing sequence
can be altered with a Pentax Function. ES" p.113,114
Setting the auto bracketing
mode [+1/2]EV step |
(Turn the main switch to [ON]. |
(72 Set the auto bracketing dial to [+1/2]
or [+1] EV.
CAMERA OPERATION
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halfway down to focus the subject.
The bar graph is displayed in the
viewfinder and the current exposure
compensation amount blinks.
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When the focus mode switch is set to
AF.S (single), the focus is locked for the
first frame and used for subsequent
consecutive frames.
When the focus mode switch is set to
AF.C (continuous), the focus is set for
each consecutive picture taken. The
consecutive picture will be taken
regardless of the focusing status.
Hold down the shutter release button.
In the viewfinder, the bar graph indi-
cates the correct exposure for the first
frame. For the second frame, it indi-
cates the minus side for underexpo-
sure. For the third frame, it indicates
the plus side for overexposure.
If you let go of the shutter release but-
ton during auto bracketing, the auto
bracketing exposure setting will remain
effective for about 20 sec. After that,
the auto bracketing exposure for the
first bracketed frame will take effect.
3 Cancelling auto bracketing
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The auto bracketing mode is cancelled.
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CAMERA OPERATION
kr Auto bracketing in combination with the drive modes
You can combine consecutive-frame drive mode, self-timer mode and
multi-exposure mode in addition to a single-frame shooting for auto brack-
eting.
ETE Taking pictures underexposed or overexposed only
You can use the auto bracketing mode for only underexposure or overex-
posure shots by combining the operation with exposure compensation.
( 45 p.65)
eTaking pictures of overexposure only
[+1/2] step (EV) ...... Turn the exposure compensation dial to [+1/2].
1st frame=+1/2EV, 2nd frame=+0EV, 3rd frame=+1EV
[+1] step (EV) ........ Turn the exposure compensation dial to [+1].
1st frame=+1EV, 2nd frame=+0EV, 3rd frame=+2EV
e Taking pictures of underexposure only
[+1/2] step (EV) ...... Turn the exposure compensation dial to [-1/2].
1st frame=-1/2EV, 2nd frame=-1EV, 3rd frame=+0EV
[+1] step (EV) ........ Turn the exposure compensation dial to [-1].
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The following exposure modes are provided.
Programmed AE Mode: The camera automatically
selects the best combination of aperture and shutter
speed settings. p.57
Shutter-Priority AE Mode: You set the shutter speed
and the camera sets the aperture automatically. r# p.59
Aperture-Priority AE Mode: You set the aperture and
the camera sets the shutter speed automatically. t p.61
Metered Manual: You set both the shutter speed and
aperture while the camera indicates the proper exposure.
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Bulb exposure: The shutter remains open as long as
the shutter release button is held down. p.64
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[P]
( Programmed AE ) Exposure
compensation
SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE
| ABOUT THE HOLD SWITCH
You can keep the exposure mode or shutter speed from
being changed if the select dial is inadvertently rotated or
exposure mode button is pressed.
(1; Slide the [HOLD] switch to the right.
Operation of the select dial or exposure
mode button is disabled.
Rotating the select dial or pressing the
exposure mode button would cause the
[HOLD] characters to blink in the LCD
panel.
(2) To turn off the hold mode, slide the [HOLD]
switch back to the left position.
Features other than the exposure mode and shutter speed remain enabled
even while the [HOLD] switch is in the right position. For example, rotating
the select dial or pressing the exposure mode button is effective for setting
the film speed or the Pentax functions even in the [HOLD] mode.
| USING PROGRAMMED AE MODE
For easy picture taking, use this mode. In the Programmed
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Exposure compensation: It allows you to deliberately
overexposure or underexposure a subject. t& p.65
AE lock:You can lock the exposure setting before you
take the picture. t# p.66
AE Mode, the camera automatically selects the best combi-
nation of aperture and shutter speed setting allowing you to
take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button.
1 Setting Programmed AE Mode
(Turn the main switch to [ON].
‘2Set the lens aperture ring to [ À ]
position while holding down the
aperture-A lock button on the lens.
[P] appears on the LCD panel to indi-
cate that the Programmed AE Mode is
set.
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press the exposure mode reset button.
Using Programmed AE Mode
‘Look through the viewfinder and
frame the subject.
.2 Press the shutter release button
haifway down.
The picture-taking information (focus
point area, shutter speed, aperture
value, flash status) is displayed on the
LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
(3Check the viewfinder information
and press the shutter release button
completely.
What to do if the shutter
ror speed and aperture setting
blink
If the subject is too bright or too dark, the
selected shutter speed and aperture set-
ting display in the viewfinder will blink.
When the subject is too bright, select a
darker subject. Use a flash if the subject
is too dark.
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Setting Shutter-Priority AE Mode
(DTurn the main switch to [ON].
(7)Set the lens aperture ring to [A]
position while holding down the
aperture-A lock button on the lens.
(3)Turn the select dial to set the
desired shutter speed.
The shutter speed and aperture value
will be displayed on the LCD panel.
» With the HOLD switch set to the right
position [On] the shutter speed cannot
be changed.
SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE
| USING SHUTTER-PRIORITY AE MODE
Allows the user to directly control the shutter speed. This
mode is suitable for freezing the action with a fast shutter
speed or capturing a flowing dynamic image with a slow
shutter speed. When the desired shutter speed is selected,
the appropriate aperture is automatically set by the camera
for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the
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1:Look through the viewfinder and
frame the subject.
:2 Press the shutter release button
halfway down.
The picture-taking information (focus
point area, shutter speed, aperture
value, flash status) is displayed on the
LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
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Allows the user to directly control the lens aperture. This mode
is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field,
or a portrait against a blurred background. When the desired
aperture is selected, an appropriate shutter speed is automati-
cally set by the camera for a proper exposure. When a smaller
aperture (larger f/number) is set, the depth of field will be
increased. When a large aperture (small f/number) is set, the
depth of field will be decreased.
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[Av] will be displayed on the LCD panel. If
it is not displayed, press the exposure
mode reset button.
Using Aperture-Priority AE Mode
(T’Look through the viewfinder and
frame the subject.
2'Press the shutter release button
halfway down.
The picture-taking information (focus
point area, shutter speed, aperture
value, flash status) is displayed on the
LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
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and press the shutter release button
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If the subject is too bright or too dark, the
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blink. When the subject is too bright,
choose a smaller aperture (larger f/num-
ber), if available; when it is too dark,
choose a larger aperture (smaller f/num-
ber), if available.
If the shutter speed or aperture display
blinks, it means that the camera cannot
expose the picture correctly even if the
aperture is adjusted.
If the subject is too bright, select a darker
subject. Use a flash, if it is too dark.
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Allows the user direct control over alt exposure settings. The Metered
Manual Mode is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the
same shutter speed and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively
under or over exposed photographs.
Setting the Metered Manual
Mode
(Turn the main switch to ON.
'2Hf the lens aperture ring has been set
to A, turn the lens aperture ring to
the desired aperture setting while
holding down the aperture-A lock
button.
.3 Turn the select dial to set the
desired shutter speed.
The manually-set shutter speed is dis-
played on the LCD panel.
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* With the HOLD switch set to the right position [On] the shutter speed
cannot be changed.
2 Using Metered Manual Mode
(Look through the viewfinder and frame the subject.
2 Press the shutter release button halfway down.
The picture-taking information (shutter speed, aperture value, flash sta-
tus) is displayed on the LCD panel.
If multiple { æ )dots are displayed on the bar graph, it indicates that a
correct exposure has not been set. Adjust either the aperture or shutter
speed until a dot is displayed in the center of the bar graph.
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If the [ e» ] dots are on the minus
side of the bar graph, it indicates
underexposure. If they are in the
plus side, it indicates overexposure.
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This mode is useful for the long exposures required for
shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter remains
open as long as the shutter release button is held down.
1 Setting bulb
(Turn the main switch to [ON].
(2 1f the lens aperture ring has been set
to [A], turn the lens aperture ring to
the desired aperture while holding
down the aperture-A lock button.
If the lens aperture ring has been set to
[A], the maximum aperture will be
used.
13/Turn the select dial toward the right
until [bu] is displayed on the LCD
panel.
2 Using the Bulb Mode
(Look through the viewfinder and frame the subject.
(2)Press the shutter release button halfway down.
“bu” and the aperture value (only a guideline; displayed on F and FA
lenses) is displayed in the LCD panel and the shooting information
(focusing point, bu, aperture) is displayed in the viewfinder.
(3)Keep pressing the shutter release button, and let go when the
desired exposure time elapses.
The shutter remains open for as long as the shutter release button is
held down.
Br About bulb exposures
* To prevent camera shake during bulb exposures, use a sturdy tripod and the
optional “Cable Switch CS-105, CS-130 or Release Timer Switch TS-110".
* Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible with new batter-
les at room temperature.
| EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately over-
exposure (brighten) or underexposure (darken) a subject , or
compensate for difficult lighting conditions which may fool the
camera's built-in exposure meter. The exposure compensa-
tion range is -3EV to +3EV in O.5EV steps.
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Exposure compensation does not work in the Bulb Exposure Mode.
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(Turn the exposure compensation
dial while holding down the lock
release button.
| SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE
Turn the dial to the [+] side to obtain
overexposure. —
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underexposure.
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When using exposure compensation a bar graph is dispiayed in the
viewfinder.
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-+— -3 step [EV]: lowermost tick
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With the exposure compensation of the metered manual exposure, adjust
the aperture value or shutter speed so that multiple dots in the viewfinder
are made into one.
| AE LOCK FUNCTION
You can lock the exposure setting before you take the pic-
ture. If the subject is too small for a proper exposure setting
to be obtained, you can zoom in on the subject to obtain a
proper exposure setting. Then you can lock the exposure set-
ting and recompose the shot before taking the picture.
Determining the exposure and metering modes.
‘1:Select the exposure mode from the Programmed AE (137 p.57),
Shutter-Priority AE (12 p.59) or Aperture-Priority AE (1d p.61)
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2;/Setting spot metering ( 13*p.70).
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If the subject is too small to be correctly metered for exposure or if a
small element of the scene requires more precise metering, you can use
the spot metering to narrow down the measuring area for exposure.
2 Lock the exposure setting
(1'Look through the viewfinder and
position the area to be measured
with the spot metering frame.
(Press the shutter release button
halfway down.
(3)Check the picture-taking information
in the viewfinder and press the AE
lock button [AE-L].
» In the viewfinder, [ % ] will be displayed.
The current exposure setting will be
locked for about 20 sec.
* While [ % ] is displayed, the picture can
be taken with the locked exposure set-
ting.
* To cancel AE lock, press the AE lock
button again.
(A)Recompose the picture and press the
shutter release button completely.
Depending on the reflectivity of the sub-
ject to be metered a certain amount of
exposure compensation may be required.
SETTING THE EXPOSURE MODE
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SWITCHING THE METERING MODE
Multi (6)-segment metering, center-weighted metering, or
spot metering mode can be selected in this camera.
Select the desired metering mode with the metering mode
switch.
| USING MULTI(6)-SEGMENT METERING
This mode automatically measures light in six different
zones, enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of
normal and adverse lighting conditions.
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When a lens other than an A, F or FA lens is attached, the center-weight-
ed metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi-seg-
ment metering mode.
1 Setting the multi-segment meter-
ing mode
(1 Set the metering mode switch to
[ res ].
© SWITCHING THE METERING MODE
2 Using multi-segment metering
(DFrame the subject, then press the shutter release button halfway
down.
With multi-segment metering, the scene in the viewfinder is metered by
six different zones as shown in the illustration.
(2)Check the viewfinder information, then press the shutter release
button completely.
| USING CENTER-WEIGHTED METERING
This mode does not automatically compensate for back
lighted or spotlighted scenes like the Multi(6)-Segment
Metering Mode. Creative exposure control is decided by
the user.
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Multi-segment metering is recommended for most subjects. Set the
metering mode switch to [X].
1 Setting center-weighted meter-
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(1)Set the metering mode switch to
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down. |
The metering pattern in the illustration shows that the upper part of the
pattern (in the center of the viewfinder) has more sensitivity to light
than the lowest part. This metering mode may not be able to compen-
sate for backlit subjects.
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lock the spot metering exposure and recompose to take ting cannot be locked by pressing
shutter release button halfway down.
the picture. Press the AE lock button to lock it.
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Multi-segment metering is recommended for most subjects. Set the then press the shutter release but-
metering mode switch to [ X].
ton completely.
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ABOUT FOCUSING | + Using the AF Single mode (AF.S) —
The autofocus modes (AF.S/AF.C), manual focus mode, |
and focus point modes are explained here. 1
Setting the AF Single mode
(AF.S)
| USING AUTOFOCUS (1,Slide the focus mode switch to
| [AF.S].
The camera focuses automatically. There are two AF
modes: AF Single (AF.S) mode which locks the focus while | 2
you press the shutter release button halfway, and AF
Continuous (AF.C) mode which continues to focus while
Using the AF single mode (AF.S)
(Frame the subject, then press the
shutter release button halfway down. TIC E
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not be used for focus confirmation for the following reasons, focus on the ся E = | Ze =
subject in the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte field in the т : =
viewfinder as you would with a non-AF SLR camera. (t&#"p.76) | * You can also autofocus with the AF but- 5
* The focus indicator [ @ 1 is blinking. (The subject is difficult to autofo- ton on the back cover. ВЕ Focus indicator 5
cus.) 1”p.75 » While the focus indicator [ @ 1] is lit, the
» The maximum aperture of the lens in use is smaller than f/5.6. | focus will be locked (focus lock). If you
A bellows 100mm f/4 lens, Shift 28mm /3.5 (shifted) lens, or Reflex want to focus another subject, first let
lens is in use. go of the shutter release button to
An old type screw-mount lens fitted with an optional “Mount Adapter K”. release the focus lock.
(Check that the focus indicator [ @ ]
is lit in the viewfinder, then press the
shutter release button completely.
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И the focus indicator [ 8 ] blinks, it indicates that focus has not been
achieved. In the AF Single mode (AF.S), you cannot take a picture
while the subject is out of focus. If the subject is too close to the cam-
era, move back and take the picture. If the camera has difficulty focus-
ing the subject EZ p.75), focus manually.
+ Using the AF Continuous
1 Setting the AF Continuous Mode
(AF.C)
(1 Slide the focus mode switch to
[AF.C].
2 Using the AF Continuous mode
(AF.C) |
“Frame the subject, then press the
shutter release button halfway down.
The camera focuses automatically, and
when focus is achieved, the focus indi-
cator [ 68 ] lights and the audible PCV
signal beeps.
In the AF Continuous mode (AF.C)
mode, the camera switches to the pre-
dictive AF mode automatically when a
moving subject is detected. It then
focuses the subject continuously.
(2:Press the shutter release button
completely.
In the AF Continuous mode (AF.C)
mode, the shutter can be released even
when the subject is out of focus.
mode (AF.C)
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rr HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS |
The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect. Depending on the |.
brightness, contrast, shape, and size of your subject, the autofocus sys- |
tem may not operate. In this situation, use the focus -lock technique |
( 12 p.80) or set the focus mode switch to [MF] and use the manual focus |
viewfinder ( 13 p.76). |:
Subjects which may fool the autofocus system include: |
» Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall in the autofocus
frame.
* Subjects which don't reflect much light in the autofocus frame.
* Subjects with complex or detailed patterns.
* Subjects which are moving too fast.
* Multiple subjects in the foreground and background of the autofocus
frame.
* Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong backlight or with
extremely bright backgrounds.
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The following conditions do not allow autofocusing or manual focusing
with the focus indicator in the viewfinder. Use the manual focus mode to
focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field surrounding the
autofocus frame. ts p.76
* When using “Stereo Adapter”.
e When using Extension Tubes or an Auto Bellows for close-up photogra-
phy.
* When using an ordinary polarizing filter; the half mirror incorporated
into the autofocus system reduces the effectiveness of the autofocus
function when used in combination with an ordinary polarizing filter.
Use a CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER for proper autofocus opera-
tion.
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When shooting at a distance closer than approx.1 .5m(4.9ft), set the lens
to a manual f-stop setting between f/2.8 and f/4.5. À smaller aperture
(f/5.6 to f/32) may cause the autofocus system and the viewfinders focus
indicator to malfunction. To remedy this problem, temporarily set the lens
to 1/4.5. After focusing on the subject, lock focus, and set the lens to the
required f-stop. ©
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ro Using the snap-in focus function
When the subject comes to the point where the lens was pre-focused, the
shutter is automatically released.
:1-Use a non-autofocus lens.
.2:Set the focus mode switch to [AF.S].
:3 Focus at the point where you wish to capture the subject.
4 Using optional cable switch CS-105 or CS-130, keep the trigger button
pressed so that the autofocus and metering systems stay active.
The camera releases the shutter automatically when the subject comes
into focus at the point selected.
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| FOCUSING MANUALLY
When you focus manually, you can either look at the focus
indicator [ 6] or the viewfinder's matte field to see if the
subject is in focus.
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If the maximum aperture of the attached lens is f/5.6 or larger (f/1.2 -
f/5.6), you can use the focus indicator [ @ ] as a guide to achieve focus.
With slower lenses, you have to look at the viewfinder's matte screen.
Slide the focus mode switch to [MF].
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(DFrame the subject, then press the
shutter release button halfway down.
(2'Turn the focusing ring on the lens
until the subject is focused.
When focus is achieved, the focus indi-
cator [ 8 ] lights and the audible PCV
signal beeps.
(3iCheck that the focus indicator [ @ ]
is lit, then press the shutter release
button completely.
ABOUT FOCUSING
¢ Using the viewfinder’'s matte screen.
1 Setting manual focus (MF)
(Slide the focus mode switch to [MF].
2 Focus the subject
(1)Frame the subject, then turn the
focusing ring on the lens until the
subject is in focus.
Focus until the subject looks sharp in
the viewfinder.
(2’Check that the subject is in sharp
focus, then press the shutter release
button completely.
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There are six focus points in the viewfinder. If the focus
point mode switch is set to automatic and the camera does
not select the desired focus point, you can select the
desired focus point manually.
* If the camera cannot focus using the desired focus point, it uses the
neighboring point. You can use the Pentax Function to disabie this
capability so that the neighboring focus points are not used. (14 p.116)
* |f you are using non-F or non-FA lenses, the lower center focus point is
the only available point of the six focus points.
1 Selecting the focus point
“Look through the viewfinder and
check where you want to focus.
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“Which of the six focus points in the
viewfinder is utilized for focusing can be
identified by the lighted position in the
focusing position indicator in the bottom
of the viewfinder.
Focus point
Focusing position in the
viewfinder
The person should be
in focus, but the camera
focuses the center of
the picture instead.
ABOUT FOCUSING
'2:Push up and hold the focus point mode switch to [SEL. À ], then
turn the select dial to select the desired focus point.
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To bring the focus point back to the center, press the exposure mode
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[SEL. À ] position.
(3)When you let go of the focus point
mode switch, it will go back to the
[L] position.
Aiming the focus point
(1)Look through the viewfinder and aim
the selected focus point over the
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2:Press the shutter release button
halfway down.
The selected focus point will light in the
viewfinder's focus point area, and the
camera will focus at that point.
:3-Press the shutter release button
completely.
3 Cancelling the selected focus
point
Slide the focus point mode switch to
[A].
The selected focus point is cancelled,
and the camera selects the focus point
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The person is focused.
If the subject is not covered by any of the focus points, the
camera cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this
situation, you can aim the focus point on the subject, use
focus lock, then recompose the picture.
1 Setting the autofocus mode
Slide the focus mode switch to
[AF.S].
When you want to use focus lock, be
sure to set the focus mode to the AF
Single mode [AF.S].
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Frame the subject. If the subject you
want to focus is not on any of the
focus points, you can use focus
lock.
Figure to the right shows the person is
not focused and the background is
focused instead.
(2:Aim the center of the viewfinder over
the subject, then press the shutter
release button halfway down.
* You can lock the focus by pressing the
! shutter release button halfway down or
by pressing the AF button.
* While the focus indicator | @ ] is lit, the
focus will be locked (focus lock).
* Rotating the zooming barrel in focus
lock mode may cause the subject out of
focus.
(3)Check that the focus indicator [ @ ]
is lit in the viewfinder, then press the
shutter release button completely.
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Aim the center of the
viewfinder over the subject,
then press the shutter
release button halfway.
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| PREVIEWING THE DEPTH OF FIELD
Before shooting, you can preview the depth of field in the
viewfinder.
1 Focusing the subject.
:1.Bring focus to the subject.
2 Previewing the depth of field
(1)While looking through the viewfind-
er, turn the main switch from the
[ON] position to the [ ] position.
You can view the focused area in the
viewfinder.
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position, no shooting information is dis-
played and the shutter cannot be
released.
* The depth of field can be previewed in
any exposure mode.
* The focus range display in the viewfind-
er may differ slightly from the actual
picture.
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FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
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USING SLOW-SPEED SYNC................. 101
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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
This section explains how to set the built-in flash modes
and notes concerning the built-in flash.
| SETTING THE FLASH MODE
The following flash modes can be set:
Flash ON mode: The flash fires when you press the shut- :
ter release button. ( 145 p.30) 2 Setting the flash mode
Red-eye reduction mode: To make the eye's iris smaller, | ‘1'While pressing the flash-function button, turn the select dial.
a low-output flash fires right before the picture is taken. [
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the subject's eyes. 5
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IS also set, the built-in flash fires automatically under low- ©
light or backlit conditions. x
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* An external flash can also be made to automatically fire. |
1 Activating the built-in flash | (e)
(Check that the camera is turned on, - m} +
then press the flash pop-up button.
The built-in flash will pop up and
start charging automatically.
When the [4] appears on the
LCD panel and in the viewfind-
er, it indicates that the flash is
ready to fire.
* Auto flashing [E] can only be selected in the Programmed AE mode.
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Flash mode display
The flash fires in accordance with the flash mode indicated on the LCD
panel.
“Icon displayed Flash mode Flash status
5 Flash ON Flash fires when you press the
shutter release button.
5 + @ Flash ON + Red-eye reduction
When the flash is fired in the flash
ON mode, red-eye reduction takes
effect.”
5+ Automatic firing If the Programmed AE mode is set,
the flash fires automatically when
necessary. The flash fires automat
cally under the following conditions in
the respective metering mode. **
Multi-segment metering:
In low-light or backlit conditions
Center-weighted metering:
In low-light conditions only
Spot metering:
In low-light conditions only
5 + © + Automatic firing + Red eye
When the flash is fired in the
automatic firing mode, red-eye
reduction takes effect. *', **
Wireless Set when using a dedicated
wireless flash. t&"p.96
+HS Wireless + high-speed sync
Set when using high-speed sync with
a dedicated wireless flash. ("p.95
*1: If red-eye reduction is used while the AF360FGZ, etc. is set as a
slave unit, the preflash for red-eye reduction will trigger the slave unit
to fire. When using a slave unit, do not use red-eye reduction.
*2: The automatic flash mode will not work in any mode except
Programmed AE. ( 14 p.84).
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
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JE Reducing Red Eye
Red eye occurs in flash pictures when the flash reflects off the eye's reti-
na. Although red eye cannot be totally prevented, it can be reduced by the
following methods:
» Take the picture in a well-lit place.
* When using a zoom lens, use the wide-angle end and a close distance.
* If you are using an external flash unit, keep it apart from the camera
lens as far as possible.
| ADVANCED TECHNIQUES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH
This section explains how to calculate the built-in flash’s
effective range and the compatibility with F and FA lenses.
# Calculating the flash effective distance according to the
camera-to-subject distance.
Calculate the effective flash range as follows:
For far distances Guide No. + Current aperture
For near distances Far distance result + 5*
*1: This formula using “5” as the divider applies only to the built-in flash.
The flash cannot be used at distances shorter than 0.7 m. Doing so will
result in irregular or obstructed flash coverage and flash overexposure.
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The Guide No. will be as follows depending on the ISO film
speed.
15025 6
ISO50 8.5
(50100 12
190200 17
150400 24
With ISO 100 film and an f/2.8 aperture, calculate the
effective flash range as follows:
For far distances Guide No. 12 + f/2.8 = approx. 4.3 m
For near distances 4.3-5 = approx. 0.9
The effective flash range is therefore approx. 0.9 m - 4.3 m.
der Calculating the flash aperture from the effective flash
range
Use the effective flash range to calculate the flash aperture as foliows:
Guide No. = flash range = Flash aperture
if the result is a number (such as 3) that is not a lens aperture value, set
it to the next smaller aperture value (2.8).
€ F and FA Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash
The compatibility of F and FA lenses with the built-in flash
is explained here.
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If an F or FA lens incompatible with the built-in flash is used, pressing the
shutter release button when the flash is ready will have the [+] blink on
the LCD panel and in the viewfinder as a warning. (1&8 p.32)
If you take a flash picture with an incompatible lens, the corners of the
picture may look dark or there may be a dark, semi-circular area on the
lower part of the picture
F and FA Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash
O = Compatible A = Vignetting will occur under the usage conditions
XxX = Incompatible because of vignetting
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Vignetting will occur at focal length
between 20-24mm.
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F Zoom 17-28mm f/3.5-4.5 X
FA Zoom 20-35mm f/4AL A |
FA Zoom 24-90mm A
f/3.5-4 SAL (IF) Vignetting may occur if the focal length
is 24-28mm.
FA* Zoom 28-70mm f/2.8AL | A
Vignetting may occur if the focal length
is less than 35 mm or the camera-to-
subject distance is closer than 1 m with
the focal length of 40 mm.
FA Zoom 28-70mm f/4AL O
FA Zoom 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 | O
FA Zoom 28-105mm O
1/3.2-4.5AL (IF)
FA Zoom 28-105mm O
f/4-5.6 (IF)
FA Zoom 28-200mm A
Vignetting may occur if the foca! length
is 28 mm or the camera-to-subject dis-
tance is closer than 1 m with the focal
length af 35 mM.
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F or FA Zoom 35-80mm f/4-5.6
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FA Zoom 70-200mm {/4-5.6
FA" Zoom 80-200mm f/2.8 ED (IF)
F or FA Zoom 80-200mm f/4.7-5.6
FA Zoom 80-320mm f/4.5-5.6
F or FA Zoom 100-300mm 1/4.5-5.6
FA Zoom 100-300mm f/4.7-5.8
FA* Zoom 250-600mm f/5.6ED(IF)
FA 20mm f/2.8
FA 24mm f/2 AL(IF)
FA 28mm /2.8
FA 31mm f/1.8 AL Limited
| FA 35mm f/2AL
FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited
FA 50mm f/1.4,1/1.7
FA 77mm f/1.8 Limited
БА’ 85mm 1/1.4 (IF)
FA 135mm 1/2.8 (IF)
FA* 200mm f/2.8 ED (IF
FA* 300mm f/4.5 ED (IF
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FA* 400mm f/5.6 ED (IF
FA” 600mm f/4 ED (IF)
FA Macro 50mm f/2.8
| FA Macro 100mm 1/2.8
| FA Macro 100mm f/3.5
| FA* Macro 200mm f/4.0 ED (IF)
FA Soft 28mm 1/2.8
| FA Soft 85mm f/2.8
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USING EXTERNAL FLASH
USING EXTERNAL FLASH
When the built-in flash cannot provide enough illumination,
use a Pentax-dedicated, external flash unit (sold separate-
ly). With an external flash unit, you can use TTL auto flash,
wireless flash (with the AF360FGZ), or high-speed sync.
| FLASH FEATURES
The features available with the built-in flash or a dedicated,
external flash (sold separately) are described below.
Check which type your external flash unit is and see which
features it has.
Camera Features ТУРЕ А | ТУРЕ В |ТУРЕ С (ТУРЕ D|TYPE E | TYPE F
Red-eye reduction O O O X O х
Automatic firing of the flash O O O O O O
When the flash is ready,
the camera switches to the flash O O O O O O
sync speed automatically.
In the Programmed AE or
Shutter-Priority AE mode, O O O O OO
the aperture is set automatically.
Flash confirmation in the viewfinder | > о ро | © X X
TTL auto flash 18” p.92 ОО ОО | O”| x
P-TTL auto flash 18 p.92 X O X X X X
Slow-speed sync tE" p.101 O O O O O O
AF illuminator ОО | О | © X X
Trailing shutter curtain sync flash: | O” | O | © O X X
Contrast-control-sync flash mode™ | X O O X X X
| Multiple-burst flash, slave flash| х | O | O | | X | X
High-speed sync x O X X X X
| Wireless flash x |O| x | Xx X X
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USING EXTERNAL FLASH
TYPE A: Built-in flash (2:Attach the flash unit.
TYPE B: AF360FGZ
TYPE C: AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ 2
TYPE D: AF400FTZ, AF240FT Set it to the TTL auto mode
TYPE E: AF400T, AF280T, AF220T, AF200T, AFO80C, AF140C, AF201SA
y it
TYPE F: AF200S, AF160, AF140 1/Turn on the flash unit's power switch.
'2;Set the flash unit's firing mode to
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tion indicator in the viewfinder is off and TTL auto is set. der
*2: With Type E flash units (except AF201SA), use the MS (Manual Sync) |
| or M (Manual) mode. With Type F flash units, use Aperture-Priority AE, * With the AF360FGZ, the flash mode is always set to P-TTL auto; |
no. manual, or bulb. Programmed AE and Shutter-Priority AE cannot be with any other flash unit, it is set to TTL auto.
used because the aperture changes. « For instructions on how to operate the flash unit, refer to the flash and
“3: With the AF201SA, TTL auto cannot be used. unit's operating manual. fn
"4. The shutter speed will be 1/90 sec. or slower. | 2
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"6: The shutter speed will be 1/60 sec. or slower. (Check that the flash is ready. m
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P-T TL auto flash, which pre-fires the flash using the six- | viewfinder when you press the shutter release button halfway down. >
segment metering, allows more precise control. | An external flash can also be made to automatically fire. Note that I
P-TTL is available with external wireless flash. the flash will not fire against an lighter subject especially during day-
| | time sync shooting.
Er usina HIGH-SPEED SYNC
P-TTL auto flash is only available in combination with the AF360FGZ.
With the AF360FGZ, you can use a flash sync speed faster
than 1/180 sec. You can use high-speed sync while the flash
unit is attached to the camera or in a wireless configuration.
With high-speed sync.
1 Attaching the Flash
:1 Remove the hot shoe cover FL from
the camera.
Put the hot shoe cover in the strap's
pocket. Ep. 12
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Attaching the Flash Unit
.1;Remove Hot Shoe Cover FL from the
camera.
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Store the Hot Shoe Cover in the strap's
pocket. t# p.12
(2 Attach the flash unit.
Set the flash unit to the HS mode.
(TSet the flash unit's firing mode to HS (high-speed sync).
For instructions on how to operate the flash unit, refer to the flash unit's
operating manual.
Using High-speed sync.
(1:Check that the flash is ready.
(2 :Focus the subject and take the picture.
* When the flash is ready (fully charged), the [+] will light in the viewfind-
er when you press the shutter release button halfway down.
The high-speed sync is only available when the shutter speed is faster
than 1/180 sec.
+ Using Wireless Flash
Positioning the Flash
Place the flash unit where you want the flash to fire.
(2Set the flash units power switch to [WIRELESS].
(Set the flash unit's sync mode to HS (high-speed sync).
(4)Set the wireless mode to S (Slave).
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For instructions on how to operate the flash unit, refer to the flash unit's
operating manual.
Set the camera to the HS mode.
(Press the flash pop-up button to enable the built-in flash to be
used.
While pressing the flash function button, turn the select dial until
[M HS] is displayed.
3Check that both the built-in flash and external flash unit are ready.
(Focus the subject and take the picture.
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« When the built-in flash is ready (fully charged), the [+] will light in the
viewfinder when you press the shutter release button halfway down.
* The high-speed sync is only available when the shutter speed is faster
than 1/180 sec.
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With the AF360FGZ, you can fire a flash without having a
cord connection between the camera and flash unit. The
high-speed sync mode can">