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Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and
welcome to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus SLR
photography! This camera is an autofocus 35mm SLR
camera featuring 15 different Pentax exclusive func-
tions, a power zoom mechanism, and one-touch switch-
ing to the Shutter-priority AE mode or the Aperture-
priority AE mode from the Programmed AE mode. The
built-in flash in this camera has a variety of features in-
cluding the exposure compensation and auto bracket-
ing photography. Its also possible to use the trailing-
shutter-curtain sync flash mode. Combined with the
intelligent Power Zoom lenses, the Image size tracking,
Zoom clip mode and Zoom effect shooting capabilities
are made possible.
Other major features are:
* Predictive autofocus
* 3 different metering systems
- Multi(8)-segment metering
- Spot metering
- Center-weighted metering
* User-set function
* Enable to use the auto bracketing mode in the Manual
exposure mode.
Please read this operating manual thoroughly before
use.
The names of the working parts are shown on the front
and back flaps, so keep them unfolded for quick refer-
ence,
icon indicators used in this manual
Operation direction
Automatic operation
Attention
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turers.
Lenses and accessories produced by other
manufacturers are not made to our precise
specifications and therefore, may cause difficul-
ties with or actual damage to your Pentax cam-
era. We do not assume any responsibilities or
ability for difficulties resulting from the use of
lenses and accessories made by other manufac-
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NAMES OF
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WORKING PARTS
Q Hot shoe cover FD (p.107)
@ Shutter release button (p.15)
© TV direct dial
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@ Preview button (p.117)
€ Main switch (p.15)
@ LCD panel (p.2)
Q RTF built-in flash (p.31)
O Mode set button
{ Flash pop-up button (p.32)
O Strap lug (p.9)
€ Self-timer lamp (p.67)
ΠBack cover release lever (p.16)
€ Release socket cap FD (p.57)
E Focus mode switch (p.27)
& AF coupler
E Power supply contacts
E Lens mount index (p.12)
€ Lens information contacts
li Lens lock button (p.13)
E Hand grip
@& Distance scale window
E Power zoom ring (p.24)
& Aperture, zoom index
“E Aperture scale
“E Aperture-A index (p.22)
% Aperture-A lock button (p.22)
T Aperture ring (p.22)
I Zoom scale window (p.24)
€ Auto zoom switch (p.78)
E Zoom set button (p.80.82)
E Focusing ring (p.35)
€ Distance scale index
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+ e Zooming the lens - ——
PRACTICAL SHOOTING GUIDE
Taking a picture when the main subject is not in the Autofocus
frame. "éd ARRET EEE TETE TUE 30
Changing the in-focus range. ODE 53
Confirming the in-focus range through the viewfinder --------- 117
Flash photography
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Taking a picture in low light situations. << 31
Minimizing the red-eye effect. ren 30
Taking a portrait picture whose face is cast in the shadow. ---92
Taking a picture of people with night scenery in the background.
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Deliberately changing the amount of discharged flash light. ---95
Taking a picture in a roomy place such as a church or wedding
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Making a subject larger or smaller. ee 23
Taking a picture at a memorized focal length. -----------------———- 79
Taking a picture of the moving subject always the same size. 81
Taking a special effect picture by zooming the lens. ---------=---"- 84
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Exposure modes
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Taking a picture with your desired exposure setting. -------::47,61
Taking a portrait picture in a backlit situation. ----=-====-e———. 61,92
Taking 3 pictures with different exposure levels, --сосоттооооеоо- 71
Portrait photography
Taking a picture of people in a backlit situation shadow
on the face.
Putting yourself into a picture. —"—-=<<<-><<=<<ercseccecces 66
Taking a picture of people with night scenery in background. 93
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Landscape photography — — — — —
Taking a picture of night sceneny. -:-----:=="=======ee=sereeeneneeeee 56
Taking a picture of people with night scenery, + 93
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Taking à picture of a fast moving subject. --------"-">->->-- 51
Taking pictures of a fast moving subject consecutively. -------- 63
Taking more than 2 pictures on the same frame. ----::--:.=-..-- 64
Using a tripod and taking a close-up picture. -:':-------=-======.—.- 69
Taking 3 same pictures consecutively instead of making extra
prints at a iab. EE HE AB eA EA RAE BA EEE A EA RAS BAAN AEA BEd Nan RANA NAAT RE Er 68
Taking a horizontally dynamic panoramic picture. 76
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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and lllumination of the LCD panel Heer 2
Viewfinder indication PP PE EEE rita 3
Easy to usel (For beginner) PE EE EEE 4
Camera and lens mount ------:-1ere=rerrerenerereacevenearane nace arecanes 6
Camera functions available with various lenses <--=*-=1===- 7
How to use this operating manual --::--===-"=======reeeeeerte— 8
I. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) --:-------==--="-- 9 — 20
Attaching the camera Strap ernennen een en Kane nee 9
Installing the battery RARE ESP PE EEE EE ES 10
Mounting the lens --<<<"<<w<<cececeeeeeece eee ec 0eme NEC eee 12
Adjusting the viewfinder diopter -----"=--==-===e=rrreertt 14
Using the shutter release button +-:::----":=-="--eTeiemett 15
Main switch operation RE AAA A EEE 1 5
Film loading acsornacáracerorareercononvetarerpmacerocararrátutonoamrmnrActenE 16
Untoading the film -------+--eeeeerereaeanere cone c nr raaaanc enc nrr enanas 19
IE BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 44 21~33
Using the basic exposure mode ©" 21
Using zoom lenses -***e<reoniererecarareneaaca none oarecara carmen ctanene. 23
Holding the camera —<<<<<<eeeeecereeeeeeeeececeeeeecee 26
Selecting an autofocus mode +44 ee een em 27
Autofocusing rracrecsareranetetarar racarenneóriónanmevavereceremotorarrercao 28
Using the focus lock function" 30
Taking a picture LE EEE EE 31
Using the built-in flash(RTF) +++ rer namen 31
111. ADVANCED OPERATION -----ееееееееенеееееееееетооо! 34-118
Focusing on a subject manually +---========+====r5eeereertTttet 34
Hard-to-autofocus Subjects +14 mes ee mem 37
Switching metering modes Ppesaroometevarnanmrovon ecc an eorean rerareAE 39
About the multi(8)-segment metering +" 40
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About the center-weighted metering‘ 10er 41
About memory Falo] SET ssn 42
Selecting an exposure mode «cocoa eee 43
Using the Hyper programmed AE mode -:---::-=:="=*===rre 45
Using the Hyper manual mode recette 47
Using the Shutter-priority AE mode +44 51
Using the Aperture-priority ÀÂE mode “0er 53
Using the manual (bulb) mode -::---"--"+-=e=ee0reeetetettt see 56
Using the manual shutter speed of 250 (1,250 second) ---58
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Selecting a drive mode --"<<<<<<<<<<<"<<eeeeeneeeeneescacencees 62
Using the multi-frame consecutive mode-"" 63
Using the multi-exposure mode ---0x""<<< 44rr er rre ee 64
Using the 12-second-delay self-timer mode << 66
Using the 2-second-delay self-timer mode -:---""-=*======""""="" 68
Using the triple-frame self-timer mode- ототоооотоотеееетооотет ето: 69
Using the auto bracketing mode 446444 nee 71
Using the auto bracketing mode with flash----=---=-======="===""- 73
Using the USER-SET function <<< ее етееетектт? 74
Taking a panoramic format picture -------===<r=-ereeeteeTt 76
Extended power zoom functions +48 meer 78
Using the zoom-clip mode CeEvenrssastseet ee msi s aan sts dr rsa = 79
Using the image-size tracking mode -— 81
Using the zoom effect mode “""" 84
Using the built-in flash (RTF) --=--=-=-====eereeeereeeeenererentTatTe 87
Using the red-eye reduction flash function ++ етот ееееоееоооо! 90
Using the trailing-curtain-sync flash with the built-in flash ---91
Taking a daylight-sync flash picture ---=-=====-=*===re=teeett 92
Taking a slow-shutter-synch flash picture “<< 93
About the AF spotbeam << eee 94
Exposure compensation with flash + 95
Selecting the desired programmed exposure ling ++" a6
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Setting the film speed (1SO) manualiy -+--==--=====e===re=== 106
Using a Pentax dedicated external flash >" 107
About contrast-control flash photography -+-----5--eeeete—oo 110
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Interchangeable focusing SCreeN 14 ee een He 112
Soft case FDP enracciorermaranvosrarrána tonaanerrederarameerertecraranmemE 1 14
Effects of aperture and shutter speed --::::75-00000eeeeeiiet 115
Depth of field ++ eee eee 117
About the infrared index <<" ett 118
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Precautions on battery <<<" nn 119
Precautions for your camera} ee 120
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Specifications =…<<<<<eceneeeeeennss 124
Program [11 - CL LL LT TC e cet e cree ter ere certe 126
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: Hyper Programmed AE (p.45)
: Programmed AE (p.22)
: Aperture-Priority AE (p.53)
: Exposure Compensation (p.47,59,71 and
95)
:1S0 Film Speed (p.106)
: Ty Direct Dial Indication
: Shutter-Priority AE (p.51)
: Hyper Manual (p.47)
: Image Size Tracking (p.81)
: Zoom Clip Mode (p.79)
: Zoom Effect (p.84)
: Ty Value (Shutter Speed)
: Aperture
: Multi(8)-Segment Metering Mode (p.40)
: Self-Timer with 12-Sec Delay (p.66)
: Self-Timer with 2-Sec Delay (p.68)
: Triple-Frame Consecutive Self-Timer
(p.69)
: Traihng-Shutter-Curtain Sync Flash (p.91)
: Red-eye Reduction Flash (p.90)
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: Exposure Compensation indication with
flash light (p.95)
: Built-in RTF Information (p.31)
: Exposure Compensation (p.61)
: Av Direct Dial Information
: Pentax Functions (p.98)
: PCV Audible Signal (p.100)
: Battery Exhaustion Warning (p.11)
: Film Counter, Multi-Exposure Counter,
Exposure counter indication(p.18,64),
Exposure Compensation,
Exposure Compensation with flash (p.61,
95). Compensation value range of Auto
Bracketing (p.72)
: Film Status Information (p.19)
: Single-Frame Mode (p.62)
: Multi-Frame Consecutive Mode (p.63)
: Auto Bracketing indication (p.71)
: Multi-Exposure indication (p.64)
lllumination for LCD panel
By pressing the exposure compensation button
| ‚and G metering mode switch button simul-
taneously, the LCD panel will stay illuminated for
about 10 seconds.
VIEWFINDER INDICATION
C 3 : Autofocus Frame (p.28)
(5) - Built-in RTF Information (p.31)
5 - External Flash Information (p.107)
0 Booo - Tv Value (Shutter Speed)
a) - Exposure Compensation with flash (p.95)
e - Exposure Compensation (p.61)
1983 ¥* : Exposure-Value Memory Lock (p.42)
Fad O : Focus Indication (p.28)
= Far : Av Value (Aperture Value)
= x : Panorama Indicator (p.76)
* J : Bar-Graph (p.47,59,71,95)
== - Multi(8)-Segment Metering Mode (p.40)
* The horizontal lines in the viewfinder indicate the
panorama format frame.
* The circle surrounding the autofocus frame indicates
the spot metering area.
e When you shoot a picture in standard format, make
sure that the panorama indicator [ = ] does not ap-
pear in the viewfinder.
EASY TO USE! (For beginners)
1. Battery installation 2. Mounting the lens
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Open the battery chamber cover and put in a battery Align the red indexes on the lens and camera and turn
‚2CR5; according to the markings { -, } on the bat- the lens to the right until it seats with a click.! See page
tery chamber cover. (See page 10.) 12.)
3. Positioning the aperture ring 4. Selecting the power zoom mode 5. Selecting the user position
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While holding the aperture-A-lock Push the power zoom ring forward Set the main switch to the
button, turn lens aperture ring to until it clicks and the words USER position. :See page 15.:
the A position.‘ See page 22.: POWER ZOOM appear beneath
the power zoom ring and set the
Auto Zoom Switch to P . ‘See
page 24 :
6. Film loading
7. Selecting the autofocus mode
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Open the back cover of the camera, insert a roll of film,
Set the focus mode switch to [SINGLE]. (See page
align the end of the film leader with the red mark, and 27.)
close the back cover. The film should advance to the
first frame automatically.(See page 16.)
8. Composing the scene with the power zoom ring
9. Focus on the subject and shoot
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Aim the AF frame | C J) ] towards subject, depress
the shutter release button halfway down to lock focus,
and then depress it fully to take a photo. (See page 28.)
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While looking through the viewfinder, turn the power
zoom ring to the right or left until you obtain the desired
composition. (See page 24.)
RD CAMERA AND LENS MOUNTS
Lens Mount and Camera Body Compatibility Chart
Mount type Lens type
Camera name
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CA) Kar:-mount ~ Pentax-FA lens
(B) Ku-mount
I Pentax-F lens
(C) K, mount
Pentax-A lens
(OD) K-mount | Pentax-M lens —
and Pentax lens
| Se _SMC TAKUMAR lens,
(A) through (D): basically K-mount (bayonet) lenses.
(A) and (B): autofocus lenses.
(C) through (E): non-AF (manual-focus) lenses.
— (E) Screw mount
(E): Can be fitted to this camera with the optional Pentax "Mount Adapter K”.
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Z-1p/PZ-1,, Z-1 /PZ-1
Z-10 /PZ-10,Z-20,PZ-20
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(A) through (C): Have "A"(auto)” position on the lens aperture ring.
Pentax FA lenses incorporate new contacts to ex-
change information between the camera and lens for
power zoom. Pentax FA lenses operate on existing K-
mount cameras. Pentax FA lenses incorporate new con-
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SFX,/SF1..SF7/SF10,SFX/SF-1 |
Super-A Super Program,
P30. P3,,P30;
LX. K1000
tacts as follows : |
| Kar--mount lens
K-Mount Lens Compatibility Chart
* Power supply contacts ; * Power supply contacts
* AF coupler ; © AF coupler
* Lens-information contacts | * Lens information
contacts
K.~mount lens
* AF coupler
* Lens-information, , Lens-information
contacts
K.-mount lens
contacts K-mount lens
CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES
Function Lens FA lens F lens A lens M lens S lens
[Mount type] (Karz) [Kar] (Kal [K] [Screw]
Autofocus (Lens only) | O 1 O 1 xX xX X
(Lens with AF Adapter 1.7X) — НО Ox1 | Ox1 | x S
Manual focus (with FI) *2 ~~} | Ox3 | Ox3 1 _QOx3 Po Ox3 | x
(with Matte field) O O O oO | О —
Power zoom fe ce Qx4 |... Ree Xf X шщ x
Zoom elip he Ora | Xd E x box
Image size tracking fr Ox4 | SS x qi a x.
Auto zoom effect О * 4 X X x | x
Hyper-Programmed AE O Ox5 O x x
Programmed AE O O*5 O x x
Aperture-Priority AE O O O O*6 O*6
Shutter-Priority AE O О *5 O X X
Hyper Manual O O O O*6 Ox6
Programmed TTL Auto Flash Jr OQ OQ Xho x.
TTL Auto Flash O © О O O
Multi(8)-segment metering O O O х * 7 х * 7
Approx. f-stop indication O O x X x
Notes:
* 1. Lenses with a maximum aperture of f./2.8 or larger. (See AF Adapter instruction manual.)
. Manual focusing using the focus indicator (FI) [ O ] in the viewfinder.
. Lenses with a maximum aperture of f,/5.6 or larger.
. Pentax-FA zoom lenses only.
. Exception of Pentax-F Soft 85mm 2.8.
. Lenses without lens information contacts, the aperture cannot be set with Ay direct dial.
. For lenses made earlier than Pentax-M (lenses without lens information contacts), center- weighted metering
or spot metering is used instead of the multi(8)-segment metering pattern. However, when the main switch is
set to the [USER] position, only the center-weighted metering system can be used.
BED HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL
This manual is organized into the following sections, allowing you to optimize the use of the camera:
|. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)
Il. BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)
Il. ADVANCED OPERATIONS
IV. SOME BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHY
V. OTHER
* If you want to begin taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible, read sections | and II, ” BASIC
OPERATION (PREPARATION)" and“ BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)." These sections introduce only the basic
functions of this camera - details can be found in the following sections.
* Be sure to read "BATTERY PRECAUTIONS" (page 119), "TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA" and "WARRANTY
POLICY” (page 128) before using your camera.
(1) ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP
|. BASIC OPERATIO N Fit the strap on the camera as illustrated.
(PREPARATIO N) * There is a pocket on the strap so you can store the
finder cap. release socket cover, hotshoe cover or
any other small accessory as illustrated.
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. Open the battery chamber cover by sliding the re-
lease lever in the direction of the arrow.
. Insert the battery, making sure the plus.” minus
markings match the markings ( - ,—) on the battery
chamber cover.
. To close the battery chamber cover, slide the release
lever in the direction of the arrow while holding down
the battery chamber cover.
* Use one 6V lithium battery (2CR5) or equivalent.
A. Set the main switch to [USER] or [ON] and check
that the LCD panel shows the information as shown
above.
* The LCD display as shown above may be different if
a lens 1s attached.
* Low Battery Warning
When the battery is nearly exhausted, the battery sym-
bol [ <= | appears on the LCD panei to warn you.
Replace the battery as soon as possible.
* When the low battery warning | <= ] starts blink-
ing, the shutter cannot be released and ail indications
in the viewfinder disappear.
* When the battery is replaced, all camera settings ex-
cept the exposure counter, Pentax function settings,
the User-set function, and film speed [180] return to
initial settings.
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(3) MOUNTING THE LENS
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1. Remove the body mount cap € and the rear lens cap
@ as shown in the illustration.
2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, at-
tach the lens to the camera body, and turn it fully to
the right until you hear a click.
* The body mount cap is designed to protect the cam-
era against scratches and dust at the factory. For
storage, the optional accessory “Body Mount Cap K"
is avallable.
Prevent unexpected operation of the FA zoom lens
while you are mounting it, ensure that the main
switch is at | OFF
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3. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the tabs on
both sides in the direction of the arrows.
* We assume no responsibility nor liability for dam-
ages resulting from the use of lenses made by other
manufactures.
+ The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens in-
formation contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or
corrosion may often cause damage to the electrical
system. Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth.
How to remove
To remove the lens, turn it to the left while depressing
the lens-lock-release button.
* To protect the contacts and AF coupler of the lens
against damage after removal, be sure to set it down
with the mount side facing upward.
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BED (4) ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER
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Detach the Eyecup F, from the accessory mounting
grooves of the viewfinder as shown in the ilustra-
tion.
. Aim the camera at a bright object. While looking
through the viewfinder, move the diopter adjustment
lever to the left or right until the autofocus frame
C J - appears in the sharpest focus.
, After adjustment, reattach the Eyecup Fo into the ac-
cessory mounting grooves of the viewfinder.
* To attach the Eyecup Fo, slide it down the grooves on
both sides of the viewfinder.
* The diopter adjustment range is - 1.5D to 25D
(diopters).
(5) USING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON | (6) MAIN SWITCH OPERATION
The shutter release button has two positions. —
Depressing it down half way (first position) turns on — ON
the exposure meter and the autofocus mechanism. — PE. —
Depressing it down fully (second position) allows you — o
to release the shutter. When taking a picture, gently de- — >
press the shutter release button down to prevent cam- == q
era shake. — ©
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x Before loading a roll of film, slowly depress the shut- >
ter release button to learn where the first position Is. The main switch has three positions. o
* The exposure meter stays on for about 10 seconds =
after the button is released from the halfway posi- [ON]: Full-feature position. =
tion. Depressing the shutter release button down All functions of this camera available. 55
halfway keeps the exposure meter activated. However, available exposure modes differde- 2
pending on the Pentax function as you se- >
lected. See page 100. ©
[ USER ]: User position. =
Easy picture taking mode only for
Programmed AE mode. When the lens aper-
ture ring is set to other than A position, only
the Aperture-priority AE mode is available.
For other available functions, see page 21.
Pressed halfway Pressed fully However, the desired exposure modes and
down down other functions can be set when [USER-SET]
Not pressed (first position) (second position) function is set at this position.
[ OFF ]: OFF position (for when the camera is not in
use).
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(7) FILM LOADING
We suggest that first you operate the camera with
no film loaded to become familiar with its operation.
THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINE-PRECISION
MATERIAL. DO NOT TOUCH THEM WITH YOUR
FINGERS OR ANY OTHER OBJECT WHILE
LOADING FILM.
When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed
is automatically set for the camera. This camera can
set a DX-coded film speed within the range ISO 25 to
5000.
If you use a Non-DX coded film, manually set the ISO
film speed. See page 106.
Before loading a film for the first time after purchase,
open the back cover and remove the protective card
as shown in the photo. MAKE SURE NOT TO TOUCH
THE SHUTTER CURTAIN.
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1. To open the camera's back cover, slide the back
cover release lever in the direction of the arrow.
2. Hold the film cartridge with the protruding end down.
Slide the top end in the film chamber first and then
push its protruding end in.
Always load or unload a film in the shade or by using
your body to shade the camera.
_ Hold the film cartridge with your fingers and pull the
film leader out far enough from the cartridge to reach
the take-up spool as shown in the illustration. Ensure
that your fingers or the end of the film leader does
not touch the shutter curtain. If you have pulled out
too much film, push it back into the cartridge to re-
duce the slack.
The DX information pins in the film chamber are used
to read film speed. Keep them clean and free from
scratches. To remove smudges, wipe gently with a
soft, dry cloth.
4. Align the film leader with the film leader end mark
O as shown.
+ Ensure that the film is placed properly between the
film guides ©. Make sure that the film perforations
properly engage with the sprocket teeth @ .
* If the film leader is extremely bent, straighten it or
cut off the bent portion.
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Film loaded with slack
5. Close the back cover and set the main switch to
USER. or (ON: position. The film automatically ad-
vances to the first frame. Check that [ | — and
[@____ are displayed on the LCD panel.
Film loaded flat
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* The film counter indication advances one each time
the shutter is released.
* If the film is not prop-
erly loaded, (QE _ _ |
on the LCD blinks, it
indicates that the film
has not loaded prop-
erly. Open the back
cover and load the
film once again.
(9) UNLOADING FILM
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1. After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the camera 2. Open the back cover and remove the film.
rewinds the film automatically.
x When removing the film from the camera, protect it
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* When automatic rewinding is not specified with the from exposure to direct sun light.
Pentax function No.12 selection 1 (no automatic * Aroll of 24-exposure film takes about 10 seconds to
rewind), rewind the film as explained in "Rewinding a be rewound.
Film in Mid-Roll”on the next page. Then remove the * The shutter may be released a frame or more even
film. after the specified number of frames have been used
* During rewinding, [ ——— | blinks on the LCD panel up as indicated by number of frames on the film can-
and the exposure counter counts frame numbers in ister. However, those extra frames may be lost in the
reverse. processing.
x When the film is fully rewound, [| @ J blinks and When you take important pictures, rewind the film
the exposure counter disappears. Before opening the when the film reaches the end of the frame.
back cover, check that [ © |] is blinking. * Using the Pentax function, you can leave the re-
wound the film leader outside of the film cartridge.
See page 104.
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Rewinding a Roll of Film in Mid-Roll
If you wish to unload the film before exposing all the
frames,use this function.
* This function does not work when the main switch is
in the OFF! position.
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. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
A, direct dial two clicks in the direction of the arrow.
* Before opening the back cover, check that ” ©
is blinking.
II. BASIC OPERATION
(SHOOTING)
This camera offers an advanced range of automatic ex-
posure modes and drive modes. For easy picture-taking,
set the main switch in the [USER] position. in the User
position, the camera automatically selects the best
combination of aperture and shutter speed setting, al-
lowing you to take pictures simply by depressing the
shutter release button.
Available functions with the [USER] position are men-
tioned to the right. Any other functions are not avail-
able. However, when the [USER-SET] function is
selected in the camera's main switch USER position,
your desired functions can be set. See details on page
74.
Available functions in the user position:
Exposure mode
Programmed AE
(Aperture ring is set at A
position.)
Aperture-Priority AE
(Aperture ring is set NOT
at A position.)
Drive mode
Single frame film advance
Light metering mode
Multi(8)-segment meter-
Ing
Built-in flash mode
Leading-shutter-curtain-
sync flash
Flash exposure compen-
sation
not available
Exposure compensation
not available
Auto bracketing mode
not available
Program line
: normal
(1) USING THE BASIC EXPOSURE MODE
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1. Turn the aperture ring to [A! as shown in the illustra- 2. Set the main switch to ‘USER’.
tion.
* [P. appears on the LCD panel to indicate that the
x To move the lens aperture ring to “A” (Auto) or to a Programmed AE is selected.
manual f. stop setting, hold down the aperture-A
lock button to turn the aperture ring.
(2) USING ZOOM LENSES ZE
Using the zoom function makes the subject appear
larger (telephoto) or smaller (wide angle) in the view-
finder.
Turn the zoom ring to the desired position and depress
the shutter release button to take a picture.
* The smaller the number shown in the zoom scale
window, the wider the angle. Conversely, the larger
the number, the more magnified the image appears.
* Using a Pentax-FA zoom lens with this camera al-
lows you to use the power zoom (motorized zoom)
function.
* When mounting an existing Pentax-F Zoom lens, this
camera can be used only in the manual mode.
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Using the Power Zoom Function
* Only Pentax-FA zoom lenses offer the power zoom
function.
. Pentax-FA zoom lenses have an auto-zoom switch.
Set this switch to _P_. For some lenses, set the auto-
zoom switch to PZ’.
. Push the power zoom ring forward until the words
.POWER ZOOM] appear beneath the power zoom
ring.
. Turning the power zoom ring to the right brings the
subject closer (telephoto) and turning it to the left
makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle). To
stop zooming, release the power zooming ring.
* 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.
Zooming the lens with the power zoom function
automatically focuses the lens on the subject. (This
function can be canceled with the Pentax Function
No.13.) However, for final focusing, depress the
shutter release button halfway down to focus the
subject.
When the main switch is turned off while a Pentax-
FA zoom lens is in use, the lens automatically re-
tracts to its shortest physical length.
Using the manual zoom function
x When the zoom ring is pulled towards the camera
body, the zooming mode is switched to manual;
zooming can be operated manually using the same
ring. When switched to manual zooming,FA Zoom
lenses work in a manner similar to the existing
Pentax F lenses.
_ Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body
until the words [POWER ZOOM] are hidden.
- Turning the power zoom ring to the right makes the
subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to
the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide
angle).
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(3) HOLDING THE CAMERA
Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically
For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly. * When using a ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is
heavier than total weight of the camera and lens is
* While taking a picture, hold your breath and gently recommended to avoid camera shake.
depress the shutter release button. (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 the wall
of a building, for instance.
* When taking a picture at slow shutter speeds of
1.730 second or slower, or when using a telephoto
lens, a tripod and optional “Cable switch F” are rec-
ommended.
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(4) SELECTING AN AUTOFOCUS MODE
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( When you depress the shutter release button, the
lens automatically focuses. As soon as the subject is
( = Zr in focus, the shutter is released. For normal use, se-
Sng lect this position. The shutter cannot be released if
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If the shutter release button is held at the halfway
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mode switch to [SINGLE] or [SERVO]. For basic You can focus on a subject manually. Select this po-
shooting, set the mode switch to [SINGLE] mode. sition when the subject is difficult to focus. (See
page 37.)
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1. Aim the AF frame CC 3
finder toward the subject.
2. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down, the lens automatically focuses.
* If your composition does not allow the AF frame
| C 3 ! to be aimed on the subject, use the focus-
lock technique to focus on the subject. See page 30.
* When the subject is in focus, the green indicator
[ © | inthe viewfinder lights up with the audible
PCV signal.
* The audible PCV signal can be turned off by the
Pentax function No.1. See page 100.
(5) AUTOFOCUSING
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* During an autofocus operation, the focusing ring
should not be obstructed with your fingers, hands, or
any other object.
If O blinks continuously, it indicates that the sub-
ject is hard to achieve focus for the following reasons.
O The subject is too close.
@ The subject is difficult to focus for the autofocus
system. See page 37.
* To take a picture, depress the shutter release button
down fully.
* When using the SMC Pentax-F Soft 86mm 2.8
lens, set the aperture between f/ 2.8 and f7 4.5. See
page 38.
Predictive AF Mode
When the focus mode switch is set to [SERVO,] the
camera senses subject movement during the autofocus
operation. The camera will automatically switch the
focus mode to predictive autofocus mode to measure
the speed of a fast-moving subject, and predict where it
will be at the moment of shutter release, to maintain
sharp focus on wherever the subject may move.
Shooting in the Single Autofocus Mode
(Focus Mode Lever at [SINGLE].)
* The shutter cannot be released until! the subject
comes into focus.
* Depress the shutter release button down halfway.
While [ © 1 is on, the-camera-to-subject distance
is fixed (focus lock). See "Using the Focus Lock
Function.” See page 30.
* Once [ O | is lit in the viewfinder, the focus is
fixed. To focus on an other subject, lift your finger off
the shutter release button. Aim the camera again,
and then depress the shutter release button to the
halfway position.
* If the focus mode switch is set at [SINGLE] with the
drive mode at the consecutive mode, the camera fo-
cuses only the first picture. From the second picture,
the pictures are taken consecutively with the focus
locked at the first picture.
Shooting in the Servo Autofocus Mode
(Focus Mode Switch at [SERVO].)
* The shutter can be released whether or not your sub-
ject is in focus. If the shutter release button is held in
the halfway position, the camera continuously fo-
cuses on anything within the AF frame { C 3].
* The Servo Autofocus mode allows sharp pictures to
be taken of moving subjects because of the predic-
tive autofocus function.
* The focus lock function is not active.
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The camera focuses with the AF frame in the center of
the viewfinder. When the main subject is off the AF
frame, use the focus-lock technique to bring the main
subject into focus.
1.
When the composition does not allow the AF frame
"CJ Tin the center of the viewfinder to be placed
over the most important subject in the picture, the
camera will focus on the background as shown in the
illustration.
. To prevent this, aim the AF frame towards the sub-
ject and keep depressing the shutter button halfway
down. The in-focus indicator remains on, indicating
that the focus is temporarily locked.
. While maintaining pressure on the shutter release
button halfway down, reaim the camera or recom-
pose the picture, then depress the shutter release
button all the way to release the shutter.
The focus-lock does not act when the focus mode
switch is at _SERVO].
Lifting your finger off the shutter release button
clears the in-focus indicator | O _ in the viewfinder
and cancel the focus lock function.
After taking a picture, the focus is locked if the shut-
ter release button is kept halfway depressed instead
of lifting up your finger from the shutter release but-
ton. In this halfway depressed position, you can re-
lease the shutter as many times as you wish in the
focus-locked situation.
(6) TAKING A PICTURE
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When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, the shutter speed and aperture setting are dis-
played in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. To re-
lease the shutter, gently depress the shutter release
button fully down. The camera automatically winds the
film and the exposure counter indication advances by
one.
* When [ (Y) ) blinks in the viewfinder and on the
LCD panel,the use of the built-in flash is recommend.
* When you shoot a picture in standard format, make
sure that the panorama indicator [ ] disappears
in the viewfinder.
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When a subject is shot in dark or in a backlit situation in
the Hyper Programmed, Programmed(when the main
switch is at USER) or the Aperture-Priority AE mode,
the flash recommended indicator |! ($) ] in the view-
finder and on the LCD pane! blink when the shutter re-
lease button is depressed halfway down. In the Shutter-
Priority AE and Hyper Manual Mode, the flash-
recommended indicator appears only when a subject is
shot in a backlit situation.
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. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the flash.
. The flash unit starts charging automatically. When it
is fully charged, | ) |, the flash-sync-speed and
the aperture appear in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel.
. Depress the shutter 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.
With ISO 100 film
Maximum
Lens Effective Range
Aperture
About 1 - bm
1714-28 (397. 165ft)
About 0.8 - 4m
1/ 3.5 (2.29 - 13.11)
. About 0.7 - 3m
1/47 | (229.98f)
About 0.7 -2.5m
1/56 | (229.824)
Effective Range for Programmed TTL Auto Flash{at
ISO 100)
The effective range of the flash depends on the maxi-
mum aperture of the lens in use. A lens with a maximum
aperture of f. 1.4 is marked as 1:1.4 on its barrel.
* In the Hyper Programmed AE or Programmed AE
mode when the main switch is set ¡USER] position,
the built-in flash functions as a programmed TTL
auto flash.
* The minimum distance for the Programmed TTL
flash is always approx. 0.7m even a lens with a maxi-
mum aperture of {4.5 or smaller is in use.
* When a subject 1s shot at a distance closer than
0.7m, correct exposure cannot be obtained, and you
will see vignetting in the picture corners.
Notes on Flash Usage
Inappropriate Lens Warning
When using the F- or FA- lenses mentioned below,
[| E | will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel when the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down after the flash has been fully charged.
* Lenses wider than 28mm
e Lenses with the focal length 300mm or longer (ex-
cept when using the FA Zoom 100-300mm at a focal
length of 300mm)
Even if using lenses focal length range between 28 -
300mm, some F and FA lenses may light up this
warning.
Taking a picture while this warning is displayed will
cause vignetting in the picture corners or semi-
circular vignetting at the bottom of the picture. Keep
in mind that the lens other than an F or FA in use, this
warning will not be displayed.
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Do not use a lens hood as it may obstruct the light
coming from the flash.
Shooting subjects with F 24-50mm zoom lens at the
focal length between 28 - 35mm does not cause
vignetting in the picture corners, though the inappro-
priate lens warning [ №} |] appears.
Shooting subjects at a distance closer than 1m with
an FA Zoom 28 - 105mm lens in the wide-angle
range (35-40mm) length may cause vignetting in
the picture corners. Take the picture at a distance of
1m or longer in this case.
The vignetting will occur all focal length range of the
FA 28 - 70mm lens. Do not use this lens with the
built-in flash.
Shooting with FA80 - 200mm zoom lens, using the
focal lengths longer than 135mm will not occur the
vignetting.
This camera includes a Red-eye Reduction flash
function, which reduces the red-eye phenomenon by
using preflash. See page 90.
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When mounting an existing K.- or K mount lens (non-
autofocus lens) with a maximum aperture of f /5.6 or
larger (f/1.2 to f /5.6), use the manual focus mode to
focus the lens with the aid of the in-focus indicator
- O in the viewfinder.
How-To-Manual Focus
1. Set the focus mode switch to [MANUAL].
. While looking through the viewfinder, turn the focus-
ing ring to the right or left while holding the shutter
release button halfway down.
. When the subject comes into focus, the in-focus indi-
cator [ © ] lights up in the viewfinder.
Depress the shutter release button fully to take a pic-
ture.
When the subject comes into focus, the in-focus indi-
cator [ O ] lights up in the viewfinder and an audi-
ble PCV signal is heard. The audible PCV signal can
be canceled by using the Pentax Function No.1.
When using a Kar- or Kar2-mount lens, you can also
use this method if the focus mode switch is set to
[MANUAL].
If an old type screw-mount lens is used with a Mount
Adapter K, the in-focus indicator [ O ]inthe view-
finder cannot be used.
Using the Snap-in Focus Function
If the focus mode switch is at [SINGLE] when a Ka- or
K-mount lens is used together with the optional "Cable
Switch F”, "snap-in focus” is possible where the shutter
is automatically released when a subject comes into
focus.
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. Use a K,- or K-mount lens.
‚ Set the focus mode switch to [SINGLE].
. Focus at the point where you wish to capture the
subject.
. Using the optional “Cable Switch F”, keep the trigger
release button depressed so that the autofocus and
metering system stay active.
. The camera releases the shutter automatically when
the subject comes into focus at the point selected.
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When autofocus cannot be used
When the autofocus function or the viewfinder's
infocus indicator { O |] cannot be used for focus con-
firmation for the following reasons, focus on the sub-
ject in the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte
field in the viewfinder as you would with a non-AF SLR
camera.
a) The in-focus indicator blinks because the subject is
difficult to autofocus.
b) The maximum aperture of the lens in use is smaller
than f / 5.6.
c) A bellows 100mm f / 4, Shift 28mm f /3.5(shifted).
or Reflex lens in use.
d) An old type screw-mount lens is fitted with an op-
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. Set the focus mode switch to [MANUAL'.
. While looking through the viewfinder, turn the focus-
ing ring to the right or left until image in the view-
finder is clearest. Then, depress the shutter release
button fully to take a picture.
(2) HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS
a) Extremly low-contrast subjects such as a white wall
in the AF frame [ C J J.
b) Subjects which don’t reflect much light in the AF
frame { C J]
c) Subjects which are moving too fast.
d) Subjects with horizontal lines or with finely complex
or detailed patterns in the AF frame [Cc 3].
e) Multiple subjects in the foreground and background
of the AF frame [ C J J.
f) Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong
backlight or with extremly bright backgrounds.
The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect.
Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size
of your subject, the autofocus system may not operate.
In such a case, use the focus-lock technique on a sub-
ject near the actual one and equidistant from the lens,
or set the focus mode switch to [MANUAL] and use
the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the subject
with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder.
Subjects which may foo! the autofocus system include:
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Notes on Accessories
The following conditions do not allow autofocusing or
manualfocusing which uses the in-focus indication in
the viewfinder. Use the manual-focus mode to focus on
the subject with the aid of a matte field surrounding the
AF frame.
a) When using special effect filters or "Magic Image
Attachment” or "Stereo Adapters”
b) When using an ordinally polarizing filter: a 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 autofocus operation.
c) When using Extension Tubes or an Auto Bellows for
close-up photography.
Note on the SMC Pentax F SOFT 85mm f - 2.8 lens
When shooting at a distance closer than approx. 1.5m,
set the lens to a manual f-stop setting between f /2.8
and f/4.5. A smaller aperture (f/75.6 to f732) may
cause the autofocus system and the viewfinder's focus
indicator to malfunction. To remedy this problem, tem-
porarily set the lens to f/4.5. After focusing on the
subject, lock focus, and set the lens to the required f-
stop.
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The spot metering measures light in only the smail area
in the center of the viewfinder. When shooting using
the spot metering mode, place the part of the subject
you wish to measure in the center of the viewfinder.
However, if the brightness difference between the spot
area and the surrounding spot area is too great, the ex-
posure should be determined in consideration of the
overall brightness. Otherwise, the picture will come out
improperly exposed.
About Center-Weighted Metering
In the center-weighted metering mode, the camera does
not automatically compensate the measuring light such
as a backlit situation as when the multi (8)-segment me-
tering mode is in use.
The metering pattern in the illustration above, the
higher part of the pattern (in the center of the view-
finder) indicates more sensitive than the lower part.
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About Memory Lock
The memory lock function enables an exposure level to
be memorized before shooting. The Memory lock func-
tion is very effective when used along with Spot meter-
Position the area to be measured fully in the Spot meter-
IN9 area and press the memory lock button (ML.
* As soon as the memory lock button [ML] is pressed,
a 10 second timer starts and the camera stores the
measured exposure level until the time expires.
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depress the ML” button.
The audible PCV signals can be heard when the mem-
ory lock button | Lis depressed. This function can
be canceled by the Pentax function No.1.
* During memory lock operation, [ * is displayed in
the viewfinder.
* To cancel memory lock, depress the memory lock
button "ML; again while the memory is locked.
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(4) SELECTING AN EXPOSURE MODE
Set the main switch to [ON] (full-feature position).
With the lens aperture ring set at [A] position.
Two exposure modes can be selected as shown below
in accordance with the rotation of the TV direct dial
while holding down the mode set button. For details of
each exposure mode, see page 100.
If the Pentax function No.2 selection 1 (all exposure
modes can be set) is selected, six exposure modes
can be set as shown in the illustration to the right.
Upon delivery from the factory. the selection of all
Pentax function are set to zero(0). Only the Hyper
Programmed AE mode and the Hyper Manual Mode
can be set.
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With the lens aperture ring set at other than (A! posi-
tion.
Two exposure modes can be selected as shown below.
Similar manner to when the lens aperture ring set the at
‘A. position.
* If the Pentax Function No.2 selection 1 is set, four
Exposure modes can be selected as shown in the il-
lustration to the right. Upon delivery from the fac-
tory, the selection of all Pentax functions are set to
zero (0). Only the Aperture-Priority AE and the
Hyper Manual modes can be selected.
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Turn the lens aperture ring from _A_(auto) to a manual
f-stop setting in the following cases.
* When checking the depth of field using the preview
button.
When using accessories such as the Extension Tube
Set which do not allow the automatic diaphragm con-
trol for exposure.
When using old type flash unit which does not allow
the use of the TA” position of the lens aperture ring.
1) Using the Hyper Programmed AE Mode Turn the aperture ring to [Ai (auto) position.
This mode is basically a Programmed AE mode which 1. Set the main switch to [ ON ].
can switch to the Shutter-Priority AE mode or Aperture- 2. Set the mode dial to [ MODE |. While holding down
Priority AE mode with a single action. the Mode set button, turn the Tv direct dial until
[ HyP ] appears on the LCD panel.
3. When the shutter release button is halfway de-
pressed, the shutter speed and aperture setting will
be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
* You can changed the program line from the Normal
program to the High-speed-shutter-priority, Depth-
of-field-priority, or MTF (Modulation Transfer
Function) program. For more details see page 96.
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Changing the Shutter Speed
Turning the Ty direct dial while in the Hyper
Programmed AE mode will select the Shutter Priority
AE mode directly. See page 51.
* You can set the shutter speed only within the avail-
able aperture range. Using the Pentax function, you
can cancel the shutter speed shift. See page 101.
* If the proper aperture setting cannot be automati-
cally selected because it is out of the available aper-
ture range, the shutter speed automatically changes.
The (M _ mark on the LCD panel and the bar un-
derneath the shutter speed indication in the view-
finder blink. You can cancel the shutter speed shift
by using the Pentax function No.5. See page 101.
Depressing the . IF | button will return you to the
Hyper Programmed AE mode. At this time, the audi-
ble PCV signal is heard. The audible PCV signal can
be canceled by the Pentax function No.1.
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If the subject is too bright or dark, the shutter speed
and aperture setting in the viewfinder and on the
LCD panel blink. Use an ND (neutral density) filter if
the subject is too bright. Use a flash if the subject is
too dark.
Changing the Aperture
Turning the A, direct dial while in the Hyper
Programmed AE mode will select the Aperture-Priority
AE mode directly. See page 53.
* You can set the aperture only within the available
shutter speed range. Using the Pentax function, you
can cancel the aperture shift. See page 101.
* If the shutter speed cannot be selected automatically
because it is out of the available shutter speed range,
the aperture changes automatically. ” U) on the
LCD panel and the bar underneath the viewfinder
blink. You can cancel the aperture shift by using the
Pentax function No.5. See page 101.
Depressing the [IF] button will return you to the
Hyper Programmed AE mode. At this time, the audi-
ble PCV signal is heard. It can be canceled by using a
Pentax function No.1.
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2) Using the Hyper Manual Mode
When the shutter release button is halfway depressed,
the metering mode starts function. A proper exposure
can be obtained by selecting a combination of shutter
speed and aperture according to the meter’s indication.
You can set your desired exposure value for your re-
quirements.
The Hyper Manual Mode of this camera is a convenient
manual exposure mode that enables you to obtain the
correct exposure with a depress of the [IF] button.
With the Aperture Ring at [A]
1. Set the main switch to [ON].
> Set the Mode dial to [MODE]. While holding down
the Mode set button, turn the Ty direct dial until
[HM] appears on the LCD panel.
3. When the shutter release button is halfway de-
pressed, a shutter speed, an aperture setting and bar
graph will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the
LCD panel.
x The [ © 1.0 U J on the LCD panel and the bars
underneath the shutter speed and the aperture value
in the viewfinder indicate that you can change these
settings.
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When the IF button is depressed, the shutter
speed and the aperture setting are automatically ad-
justed and the correct exposure is immediately ob-
tained.
Moving the dot into the center of the bar graph indi-
cates that the proper exposure is obtained. Turn the
A. direct dial to change the aperture setting or Ty di-
rect dial to change the shutter speed to obtain your
desired exposure value.
Depressing the IF] button will shift the aperture set-
ting and shutter speed according to the program line.
(This program line can be changed by using the
Pentax function No.6.) At this time, the audible PCV
signal is heard. It can be canceled by the Pentax func-
tion No.1.
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When the shutter release button is depressed while
depressing the [IF button, the shutter speed and ap-
erture setting will be changed to obtain the correct
exposure even if the the brightness of the subject is
changed. The exposure is adjusted in a similar man-
ner to as when the Programmed AE mode is set.
When the dots on the bar graph in the viewfinder are
displayed tothe = © | side ( ® in the viewfinder),
it indicates that exposure biases to overexposure.
When the dots are displayed to the ” & | side
( = in the viewfinder), it indicates that the expo-
sure biases to underexposure.
When the exposure biases beyond - or - 2EV,
‚© or @ ‘(a orwinthe viewfinder) will
blink.
The one dot on the bar graph indicates 0. 3EV step.
If the subject 15 too bright or dark and the out of the
metering range, the shutter speed and aperture set-
ting blink in the viewfinder and the LCD panel. Use a
neutral density (ND) filter if the subject is too bright
or a flash if it is too dark.
Hyper Manual Mode Combined with Memory Lock
Function
When the Hyper Manual mode is selected with the aper-
ture ring at [A], the camera will memorized the expo-
sure level if the [ML] button is depressed. See the
explanation of the Memory Lock Function on page 42.
If the shutter speed is changed by turning the Ty direct
dial, the aperture also changes to maintain the same ex-
posure value. If the aperture is changed using the A, di-
rect dial, the shutter speed also changed to maintain the
same exposure value.
How to use
1. Set the aperture ring to the [A] position.
2. Set the exposure mode to the Hyper Manual mode.
3. Depressing the [ML] button memorizes the expo-
sure value.
4. Change the shutter speed with the Tv direct dial and
the aperture setting with the Ay direct dial.
For instance
The Memory lock button is depressed with the shutter
speed of 1,125 sec. and aperture setting of f /”8.
When the shutter speed changes to 1,7250 sec. with
the Ty direct dial, the aperture setting changes to
f 5.6 automatically.
* When the shutter speed changes to 1/60 sec. with
the Tv direct dial, the aperture setting changes to
1711 automatically.
* When the aperture setting changes to f/5.6 with
the Av direct dial, the shutter speed changes to
1/7 250 sec. automatically.
e When the aperture setting changes to f/ 11 with the
Av direct dial, the shutter speed changes to 1.60
sec. automatically.
As mentioned above, after the Memory lock is set, the
exposure value is unchanged even if the shutter speed
or the aperture setting is changed.
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When the Lens Aperture Ring is at a position other
than "A" auto:
1.
2.
Set the aperture ring to the desired position (other
than |A ).
Set the mode dial to [MODE]. While holding down
the mode set button, turn the Ty direct dial until “Hy
M appears on the LCD panel.
. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down, the shutter speed, the approximate aper-
ture setting and the bar graph are displayed in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Adjust the aperture
value by the lens aperture ring and the shutter speed
by the Ty direct dial.
Adjust the exposure as when the aperture ring is set
to | A]. But if the [IF_ button is depressed, only the
shutter speed is changed. See page 48.
When the lens in use other than an F or FA lens, the
approximate aperture setting does not appear in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
When the shutter is released while the IF button is
depressed, the shutter speed changes according to
the brightness of the subject. It can be used in a simi-
lar manner to as when the Aperture-Priority AE mode
IS set.
By depressing the preview button, you can close the
lens down to the aperture you have set, allowing you
to check the depth of field in the viewfinder. When
the exposure value 1s set and the preview button is
depressed, the exposure will not be set correctly.
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3) Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode Turn the aperture ring to “A” (auto).
When the desired shutter speed is selected, the appro- 1. Set the main switch to [ON].
priate shutter speed is automatically set by the camera 2. Set the mode dial to [MODE]. While holding down
for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the the mode set button, turn the Ty direct dial until [A]
subject. This mode is suitable for freezing the action and [Tvi appear on the LCD panel.
with a fast shutter speed or capturing a flowing dy- 3. Select the desired shutter speed using the Ty direct
namic image with a slow shutter speed.
To select the shutter-priority AE mode, select the
Pentax function No.2 selection 1.(with this setting, all
exposure modes will be selected) See page 100.
dial.
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4. When depressing the shutter release button down
halfway, the shutter speed and the aperture will be
displayed on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
|) | onthe LCD panel and the bar underneath the
shutter speed in the viewfinder indicate that you can
change the shutter speed.
Using the Pentax function, you can change the shut-
ter speed increment from 1.0 EV to 0.5 EV step. See
page 100.
+ EXPOSURE WARNING
If the subject is too bright or dark, the selected aper-
ture will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel
as a warning as shown. When the subject is too
bright, choose a faster shutter speed. If it is too dark,
choose a slower shutter speed. When the aperture
indication stops blinking, you can take a picture. If
both selected shutter speed and aperture blink, it
means that the exposure is out of metering range:
use an ND ( neutral density ) filter if the subject is
too bright or a flash if it is too dark.
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4) Aperture-Priority AE Mode
When the desired aperture is selected, an appropriate
shutter speed is automatically set by the camera for a
proper exposure. This mode is ideal for shooting land-
scapes with an increased depth of field, or a portrait
against a blurred background. To set the Aperture-
Priority AE mode with the lens aperture ring set at A,
select the Pentax function No. 2 selection 1. (with this
setting, all exposure modes can be selected. See page
100.
Turn the aperture ring to "A" (auto).
1. Set the main switch to [ON].
2. Set the mode dial to [MODE!. While holding down
the mode set button, turn the Ay direct dial until [A]
and ‘Av’ appear on the LCD.
3. Change the aperture using Ay direct dial.
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When the shutter release button is halfway de-
pressed, the shutter speed and aperture setting will
be displayed on the LCD display and in the view-
finder.
, (U and the bar underneath the aperture indicate
that you can change the aperture setting.
+ EXPOSURE WARNING
If the subject is too bright or dark, the selected shutter
speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel
as a warning as shown. When the subject is too bright,
choose a smaller aperture; when it is too dark, choose a
large aperture. When the shutter speed indication stops
blinking, you can take a picture. If both shutter and ap-
erture blink, it means that the exposure is out of meter-
ing range: use an ND (neutral density) filter if the
subject is too bright or a flash if it is too dark.
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When the Lens Aperture Ring is at a position other
than [A] (Auto).
With the aperture ring set at a manual f-stop setting,
you can select the Aperture-Priorirty AE mode.
1.
2.
Turn the lens aperture ring to a position other than
"A".
Set the mode dial to [MODE]. While holding down
the mode set button, turn the Tv direct dial until [А]
is displayed on the LCD panel.
When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down, the approximate aperture value and the
shutter speed will be displayed on the LCD panel and
in the viewfinder.
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When other than an F or FA lens in use, no approxi-
mate aperture indication will appear on the LCD
panel nor in the viewfinder.
When the main switch is set to the [USER] position
with the aperture ring at a position other than [A],
the Aperture-Priority mode is selected automatically.
By depressing the preview button, you can close the
lens down to the aperture you have set, allowing you
to check the depth of field in the viewfinder.
When the exposure value is set with the preview but-
ton depressed, the exposure will not be set correctly.
EXPOSURE WARNING
The exposure warning is as explained on page 54.
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5 Manual : Bulb: Mode When the Lens Aperture Ring is set at "A"
This mode is useful for long exposures required for 1. Set the main switch to the ON’ position.
shooting fireworks and night scenes, for instance. The 2. Set the mode dial to [MODE]. While holding down
shutter remains open as long as the shutter release but- the mode set button, turn T, direct dial until the
ton is held down. | Mand. bu | appear on the LCD panel.
To set this mode, select the Pentax function No.2 selec- 3. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
tion 1.(With this Pentax function, all exposure modes way down, | bu and the appropriate aperture are
can be selected. See page 100.) displayed in the viewfinder.
* Up to approx. 6 hours of time exposure are possible * WU | onthe LCD panel and the bar underneath the
at room temperatures with a new lithium battery. aperture in the viewfinder indicate that you can
* While depressing the shutter release button, approxi- change the aperture with the A, direct dial.
mate exposure time appears on the upper right cor-
ner of the LCD panel.
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4. Set your desired aperture setting with the Ay direct
dial.
When the Lens Aperture Ring is at a position other
than "A" (auto)
1. Turn the lens aperture ring to a position other than
[A].
2. Set the mode dial to [MODE]. While holding down
the mode set button, turn the Tv direct dial until [M]
and [ bu ] appear on the LCD panel.
3. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down, the [ bu ] is displayed in the viewfinder
and the approximate aperture is displayed on the
LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
+ When other than an F lens or FA lens is in use, no ap-
proximate aperture will appear.
* By depressing the preview button, you can close the
lens down to the aperture you have set, allowing you
to check the depth of field in the viewfinder.
* When using this mode, use a steady tripod and at-
tach the optional "Cable Switch F” after detaching
the Release socket cap Fo.
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This mode can be used when a non-dedicated flash unit
or only specified shutter speed (1250 sec.) desired.
To set the 250 (1.7250 sec.) mode, select the Pentax
function No.2 selection 1. See page 100.
With the lens aperture ring set at A position.
1. Set the main switch to “ON”.
2. Set the mode dial to (MODE). While holding down
the mode set button, turn the T, dial until the [M]
and 250! appear on the LCD panel.
3. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down, the aperture and the bar graph are dis-
played on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder.
* | U | onthe LCD panel and the bar underneath the
aperture in the viewfinder indicate that you can
change the aperture value by the A, direct dial.
4. When the [IF] button is depressed, immediately ad-
just the aperture value to obtain the correct expo-
sure.
* Moving the dot to the center indicates that the
proper exposure is obtained. After the correct expo-
sure is obtained, turn the Ay dial to change the aper-
ture to obtain your desired exposure value.
* The audible PCV is heard when the [IF] button is de-
pressed. It can be canceled by the Pentax function
No.1.
* The shutter is released while depressing the[IF] but-
ton, the aperture automatically changes to obtain the
correct exposure even if the brightness of the sub-
ject changes. It can be used in a similar manner to as
when the Aperture-Priority AE mode is set.
When the dots are displayed on the [ © | side
([ = ] in the viewfinder) on the bar graph, it indi-
cates over exposure and when displayed on the
[ @ 1side([ = ]inthe viewfinder), itindicate
under exposure. Moving one dot on the bar graph
changes 0.3EV step.
However, when over or under exposure is set beyond
the © or S 2EV.the [ © J] ([ = |] in the view-
finde or[ @ ]C([ + ] in the viewfinder) blinks
on the LCD panel.
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* If the subject is too bright or dark and out of the me-
tering range, both shutter speed and aperture value
blink on the LCD panel and in the viewfinder. Use an
ND (neutral density filter if the subject is too bright
or a flash if it is too dark.
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than A.
1.
2.
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Turn the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop other
than A position.
Set the mode dial to [mode . While holding down the
mode set button, turn the Ty direct dial until the M
and the 250 appear on the LCD panel.
. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down.the [Bar Graph and the approximate ap-
erture setting are displayed on the LCD panel and in
the viewfinder.
When a lens other than an F or FA is in use, no ap-
proximate aperture indication will appear on the LCD
panel nor in the viewfinder.
Moving the dot to the center by the lens aperture ring
Indicates that the proper exposure will be obtained.
Turn the lens aperture ring to obtain your desired ex-
posure value.
The bar graph indication and the warning the are
same as when the lens aperture ring is set the A po-
sition. See page 59.
By depressing the preview button, you can close
down to the aperture you have set, allowing you to
check the depth of field in the viewfinder. When the
exposure Is set with the preview button depressed,
the exposure will not be set correctly.
The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately
overexposure (brighten) or underexposure (darken) a
subject.
How to set
While depressing the exposure compensation button
L ], select the desired compensation value by
turning the Ty direct dial.
* Exposure compensation range is possible in the
range from +4 EV to —4EV in 0.3EV step. Using the
Pentax function, the exposure compensation step
can be selected either 0.3EV or 0.6EV step. See page
100.
*
Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates 0.3EV
step when the compensation step is set to 0.3EV.
0.5 EV when the compensation step is set 0.5EV.
However, the compensation value is set beyond ©
or $ 2 EV (+ or — 3EV with 0.5 EV step set),
[ 9 ] indicator ([ © 1 in the viewfinder) or
[ 6 ] indicator ({ = ] in the viewfinder) blink
on the LCD panel.
When the exposure compensation is in use, the bar
graph and [ ] are displayed on the LCD and in
the viewfinder.
When the Hyper manual or 250 is set, under or over
exposure is displayed when the metering switch Is
activated. But, when the metering switch is turned
off, only the exposure compensation value indicated
by the dot is displayed on the LCD panel.
Even when the main switch is set to the [OFF]
position,the exposure compensation is not canceled.
The exposure compensation does not work in the
[USER] position. But if the USER-SET function is set
at the [USER] position, it will work.
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Types of Drive Modes
| © ! : One picture is taken at each press of shutter
release button.
- To the left | LTo the right : © _ : Pictures can be taken consecutively while
| ; core holding down the shutter release button. See
| | Single-frame| OJ | page 63.
[ .: Allows you to expose one frame up to nine
- — times. See page 64.
— | Multi-frame Q | ‘© 9 ! : Three pictures are taken consecutively with
—t consecutive | the self-timer. See page 69.
> [ ®2s ] : A picture is taken with a 2-second-delay self-
o . TT timer. See page 68.
> | Multiple-exposure = | . O : À picture is taken with a 12-second-delay
5 y self-timer.Ses page 66.
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m 1 Single-frame mode can be set.
> ; However, if the user-set function is set at the USER
3 | | Self-timer with Où | position, other desired drive modes can be set. See
> 2 second delay ..—**. page 75.
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1) Consecutive Photography 2.
A picture can be taken consecutively while the shutter
release button is held down.
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1. Set the mode dial to [DRIVE).
While depressing the mode set button, turn the Ty di-
rect dial until [ E |] appears on the LCD panel.
When the focus mode switch is set at [SINGLE], the
camera focuses only the first picture. From the sec-
ond picture, the pictures are taken consecutively
with first focus remained. If you release the finger
from the shutter release button and depress it half-
way down, the camera will refocus.
The shutter cannot be released while the flash unit is
being charged. (This can be changed with the Pentax
function No.10.)
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2) Multi Exposure Shooting
This mode allows the photographer to expose Images
on the same frame in a variety of imaginative ways.
When using the multi-exposure mode, you can usually
obtain best results with using the flash and a dark back-
ground such as a night scene.
1. Set the mode dial to DRIVE].
2. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
Ty direct dial until | ; appears on the LCD panel.
- While holding down the mode set button, turn the
A, direct dial to set the multi-exposure count.
“The selected multi-exposure count appears on the
LCD panel as shown in the illustration 4 when a fin-
ger lifts up from the mode set button.
Up to nine images can be taken in one frame.
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This number is decremented each time the shutter is
released.
While pictures are being taken in the multi-exposure
mode, [ ] blinks on the LCD panel.
To cancel the multi-exposure mode, change to other
drive mode or set the main switch to [OFF] or
[USER] position. When the multi-exposure mode is
canceled by turning the main switch OFF, the single
frame | © ] is automatically selected when the
main switch is set to the [ON] position.
After all the exposures are taken, the drive mode is
switched to the single-frame mode automatically.
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3: Self-timer mode
The Self-Timer mode delays the shutter release, and is
useful for taking group shots including the photogra-
pher.
1. Set the mode dial to (DRIVE .
2. While holding down the mode set button,
Tv direct dial until | ®) appears.
turn the
3. Focus on the subject first with the AF frame by de-
pressing the shutter release button halfway down,
and then depress the shutter release button fully.
The shutter will be released about 12 seconds later.
When the Self-Timer is in operation, the self-timer
lamp and audible PCV signal are delivered at a faster
rate for the last two seconds, letting you know when
the shutter is released. By using the Pentax function
No.1, the audible PCV can be canceled.
To stop the Self-timer operation after it has been ac-
tivated before the shot is taken, move the main
switch to the [OFF] position. However, the self-
timer mode remains.
* If you back away from the viewfinder during a Self-
Timer operation, underexposure may result due to
light entering the camera through the viewfinder.
Attach the supplied finder cap or use the memory
lock function (See page 42) in an AE mode.
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When shooting objects at close range or copying pic-
tures, you can use the 2-second-delay self-timer instead
of using the Cable Switch F to prevent camera shake.
1. Set the mode dial to | DRIVE . While holding down
the mode set button, turn the TV direct dial until
‚ га | appears.
2. Focus on the subject and depress the shutter release
button in a similar manner to as when using the 12
second-delay self-timer is used. Depress the shutter
release button fully down to start the Self-Timer.
If you back away from the viewfinder during a Self-
Timer operation, under exposure may result due to
light entering the camera through the viewfinder.
Attach the supplied finder cap or use the memory
lock function (See page 42.) when taking Self-Timer
photography to prevent stray light entering the cam-
era.
When the shutter release button is depressed fully
down, the 2-second-delay self-timer starts its opera-
tion. At this time, the mirror stays up before the shut-
ter is released to prevent camera shake.
When the 2-second-delay self-timer starts, the self-
timer lamp blinks and an audible PCV signal 1s deliv-
ered at a faster rate. The audible PCV signal can be
canceled by the Pentax Function No.1.
When using the flash, confirm that it is fully charged
before the Self-Timer starts.
To cancel the Self-Timer operation after it has been
activated before the shot is taken, move the main
switch to the “OFF] position. The drive mode is auto-
matically set to the single-frame mode.
5) Triple-Frame Self-Timer Mode
in the triple-frame self-timer mode, three consecutive
pictures are taken about 12 seconds after the shutter
release button is depressed. This mode allows you to
get two additional prints of a group shot, or three differ-
ent pictures of yourself, for instance.
1. Set the mode dial to [DRIVE].
2. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
T, direct dial until [8) E] appears on the LCD panel.
x Start the triple-frame self-timer mode in a similar
manner to 12-second-delay self-timer. The timer re-
leases the shutter in the following manner.
e 12 seconds later (First frame) — 2 seconds later
(Second frame) — 2 seconds later (Third frame)
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* The camera focuses only the first picture and it is
locked. But the exposure is automatically adjusted at
each shutter release.
* After the three pictures are taken, the Single-Frame
Mode 0) is set automatically.
* When using the flash, the second and the third pic-
tures are taken 2 second after the flash has charged.
If the flash takes 16 seconds or more to charge, this
mode will be canceled.
* To cancel the self-timer operation after it has been
activated before a picture is taken, move the main
switch to the [OFF] position. When the main switch
is set to the [ON position, the single-frame mode
O | is selected automatically.
* If you back away from the viewfinder during a Self-
Timer operation, under exposure may result due to
hght entering the camera through the viewfinder.
(7) AUTO BRACKETING MODE
When you take a picture that requires the exposure
compensation and may be difficult to obtain the correct
exposure, use the auto bracketing mode to make three
bracketed exposures with different exposure levels.
This mode can also be used when the exposure mode is
set at the [Hyper Manual] mode. Also, when the flash is
in use, it is possible to use the auto bracketing exposure
mode. Before you release the shutter, confirm that the
flash is fully charged.
* The auto bracketing mode does not work when the
camera's main switch is set at the [USER] position.
However, the [USER-SET] function will operate
when the main switch is set to [USER].
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1. Set the mode dial to [ 4 1.
2. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
Ty direct dial until the bar graph and [ (/ | appear
on the LCD panel.
* To cancel the auto bracketing mode, while holding
down the mode set button, turn the Ty dial until
[ (y ] disappears from the LCD panel.
* When the auto bracketing mode is selected, the bar
graph and the exposure compensation range are dis-
played on the LCD panel. When the shutter release
button is depressed halfway down, the bar graph is
displayed in the viewfinder. With the exposure mode
set either the [Hyper Manual] or [250] mode, (un-
derexposure) or overexposure indicated by the dots
will be displayed on the LCD panel when the meter-
ing switch is activated.
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3. To set the auto bracketing range, turn the A, dial
while holding down the mode set button.
* Auto bracketing is possible in the range from 4 EV
to +4 EV in 0.3EV step.
Using the Pentax function, you can change from
0.3EV to 0.5EV step. See page 100.
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Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates 0.3EV
step. When 0.5 EV step is set, moving one dot indi-
cates 0.5EV step.
When the auto bracketing is set beyond the range
from -2EV to +2EV ( 3EV to - 3EV if EV step is
set O.5EV), | © and| © ] on the LCD panel
blink (| @ or =— inthe viewfinder).
. When the shutter release button is depressed fully
down, the camera automatically takes three pictures
according to the memorized auto bracketing value.
The first picture is taken at the exposure level the
LCD indicates, the second is underexposed, and the
third is overexposed.
When the exposure mode is set to the Hyper Manual
with the lens aperture ring set at the À position, the
aperture and the shutter speed are changed accord-
Ing to the Pentax function No.6.
The selected auto bracketing range remains until you
remove the battery.
* When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down after the first picture is taken, [
blinks on the LCD panel to indicates that the camera
is ready to take the second picture at any time. If
your finger lifts up from the shutter release button,
| % ] blinks for about 20 seconds and then stays
on to indicate that the camera is ready to take an-
other shot in the auto braketing mode.
x When the auto bracketing is combined with the self-
timer mode, the first picture is taken at the correct
exposure, the second is underexposure, and the third
is overexposure automatically.
* When the auto bracketing range is set very narrow, it
will have no effect when using negative film (espe-
cially in negative color auto development).
* In the auto bracketing mode, the camera automati-
cally measures the exposure for each shot.
* The focus is locked at the first picture and are re-
mains until three pictures are taken.
Auto bracketing exposure with flash
When the auto bracketing mode is selected with the
built-in flash or a Pentax dedicated flash is in use, the
auto bracketing mode is possible by varying the amount
as the discharged flash light. This function is useful
when the different exposures are required on the main
subject with the same exposure level as the back-
ground.
* Before taking pictures, confirm that the flash is fully
charged.
* This auto brackenting mode works properly depend-
ing on the distance to the subject or the aperture set-
ting. If the distance to the subject is relatively too far,
the flash is discharged fully to obtain the correct ex-
posure for the first picture, but overexposure cannot
be made for the 2nd picture because the flash capac-
ity may be used up.
Auto Bracketing Mode combined with the Exposure
Compensation Function
You can combine the auto bracketing mode with expo-
sure compensation function (See page 61) to compen-
sate only in the overexposure (+) or the under-
exposure (—) direction.
Example: Bracketing in the overexposure direction.
1. Select the auto bracketing mode and set the expo-
sure compensation step at 0.3EV.
2. While depressing the exposure compensation button
on the camera back, turn the Tv direct dial to shift the
overall exposure range by 0.3EV in the overexposure
(+) direction.
3. At this setting, the first picture is overexposed by
0.3EV, the second picture is exposed the correct ex-
posure and the third frame is overexposed by 0.6EV.
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(8) USER-SET FUNCTION IN THE USER POSITION
How to memorize the desired functions
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USER-SET FUNCTION is a useful function that allows
you to select the desired functions (For details, see
page 75.) and memorize them. You can obtain the
memorized functions just set the main switch to [USER
|. The initial setting of the [USER] position allows only
the functions listed on page 21 can be used. But by
using [USER-SET. function, more functions can be
used as listed on page 75.
1.
2.
Move the main switch to ON .
Select the desired exposure mode (see page 43.),
drive mode (see page 62.), metering mode (see page
39.) and the built-in flash mode (see page 90,91.)
which you want memorize into the USER-SET
FUNCTION.
The auto bracketing . Wl ‘is possible in the USER-
SET FUNCTION. See page 72.
. To memorize the functions, set the mode dial to
| |. While holding down the mode set button,
depress the ML |] button for 2 seconds until
| ML and. US ] appear on the LCD panel.
How to set the memorized functions
Just move the main switch to ON . All memorized
functions are obtained without touching the button and
dial.
* After memorized the USER-SET FUNCTION, any
other functions cannot be selected with the main
switch at the USER position.
If you want to change the function, follow the setting
procedures as mentioned on page 74.
* The memorized function remains even If the battery
Is removed.
USER-SET FUNCTION
Exposure mode
One of the exposure modes can
be selected with the lens aperture
set at A position or not at A posi-
| tion.
Drive mode
One of the drive modes can be se-
lected.
Metering mode
One of the metering modes
(Multi-segment, Center-weighted
or Spot) can be selected.
Built-in flash
One of the flash mode (Leading-
shutter-curtain-sync, Trailing-
shutter-curtain-sync or Red-eye-
reduction) can be selected.
Exposure com-
Available if User-set function
pensation IS set.
Exposure com- ditto
pensation
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Program line
One of the Program lines
(Normal,High-Shutter-Speed-
Priority, Depth-of-field-Priority,
MTF Program) can be selected.
Initializing the User-set function
1.
2.
3.
Move the main switch to [USER].
Set the mode dial to the [ ].
While holding down the mode set button, depress
the [IF] button for 2 seconds until the [ fi | and
[ US ] appear on the LCD panel.
At this time, the audible PCV signal is heard.
Be careful if the [IF] button is depressed for 2 sec-
onds with the main switch is in the [ON] position,
the Pentax functions are initialized.
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You can switch between the panoramic format and 2. Taking a panoramic format picture
standard format picture taking mode in the middle of Compose the scene within the panoramic format
the roll by moving the panorama mode selector switch. frame indicated by the oblique lines.
The panoramic format picture allows horizontally posi-
tioned dynamic pictures to be taken (13 x 36mm on * When the shutter button is depressed halfway down,
film). the panorama indicator [| =æ will light up.
1. Switching to the Panorama format picture * What appears on the extreme edges of the pano-
Move the panorama mode selector switch to ramic frame may be cut off in the development proc-
P to select the panoramic format mode. ess. Compose your picture with a margin of safety.
* Ensure that the panorama mode selector switch is
moved fully to the position you selected.
NOTES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PANORAMIC FORMAT PICTURE
x When developing the film, if you have taken only panoramic format pictures on the entire roll of film, tell the clerk
at the processing lab to develop the film with only the panoramic format. If there are both panoramic and standard
format pictures on the film, ask the clerk to develop the film with both standard and panoramic format.
* The development of panoramic format pictures is more time-consuming and expensive process than that of stan-
dard pictures. Please consult the processing lab for more details.
* Panorama format processing facilities differ depending on the area and requirement. Your local film processor or
camera dealers will advise you on all options available to you.
* With panoramic format pictures, only the middle area of the frame is exposed. The number of exposures available
in the panoramic format is equivalent to that of the standard photo size.
* When the panoramic format picture is printed with a standard size format, the black cropped areas will appear at
the top and bottom of the picture.
x Check to be sure the panorama signal [ == ] in the viewfinder disappears when you take a standard format pic-
ture. If not, the top and bottom of the picture you want to expose will be cut off as shown in diagram below.
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(10) EXTENDED POWER ZOOM FUNCTIONS
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With a Pentax-FA Zoom lens, the following Auto Zoom
Functions are made possible:
1! Zoom Clip Mode
2: Image Size Tracking Mode
3: Auto Zoom Effect Mode
Preparing for using the Auto Zoom Function
1.
Push the power zoom ring in the direction of the
arrow until the words POWER ZOOM appear be-
neath the zoom ring as shown in the illustration.
. Set the lens auto zoom switch to ‘A. For some
lenses, set the auto zoom switch to AZ].
Now you are ready to use the Auto Zoom functions.
For details of the available functions, see the subse-
quent pages.
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With the zoom clip mode, you can preset a focal length
for the desired picture area and you can recall that pre-
set focal length instantly with a single touch of the
zoom set button on the lens. The zoom clip mode is use-
ful for action photography such as sports and snap-
shots.
1. While holding down the auto zoom switch on the lens
barrel toward [ AS 1, turn the Tv direct dial until
[ ES ] blinks on the LCD panel.
2. While looking through the viewfinder, turn the zoom
ring to set the desired focal length.
* When the lens is power zoomed, the focus is also ad-
justed automatically. No indication and no audible
PCV signal will operate. The autofocusing with
power zoom function can be canceled by the Pentax
Function No. 13.
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3. Depress the lens zoom set button. ‘ &
| stops
blinking to indicate that the desired focal length has
been entered.
* The entry of another focal length clears a previous
focal length.
* The focal length stored in memory is not cleared
even if the main switch is set to the [OFF position.
However, when the battery is removed or replaced,
the stored focal length is cleared.
4.
*
Depress the Zoom Set Button to recall the focal
length from the memory . Then depress the shutter
release button fully to take a picture.
When the Zoom Set Button is depressed, the lens fo-
cuses automatically. However, no | OO indicator
nor no PCV signal will function for focus confirma-
tion.
To cancel the zoom clip mode, return the Auto Zoom
Switch to [P.. Some lenses, set the auto zoom
switch to|PZ .
If the lens is removed or changed while the camera's
main switch is set at the [ON]! or ‘USER’ position,
the stored focal length will be cleared from memory.
To prevent this, set the camera's main switch to
_OFF] before removing the lens.
@ Image Size Tracking Mode
When you set up a composition through the viewfinder
and store the image size (magnification value) in the
camera, the lens automatically zooms to maintain this
image size (magnification value) regardless of the dis-
tance to the subject.
For instance, you can shoot a child moving towards you
or away from you without a change in the image size.
1. While holding the auto zoom switch on the lens bar-
rel toward [AS], turn the Tv direct dial until { EQ]
appears on the LCD panel.
* When the focus mode switch is set to [MANUAL],
this mode cannot be used.
* To cancel the image size tracking mode, return the
auto zoom switch to [P]. For some lenses, return it
to [PZ].
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9 * At this time, the lens zooms while maintaining sharp
m picture focus. However, no. O _ indicator nor no * The entry of another focal length clears a previous
> PCV signal will operate. focal length. When the focus is made, | ©) ` lights
5 Autofocusing while the power zooming can be can- up and the PCY signal is heard. (The PCV signal can
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celed by the Pentax function No.13. be canceled by the Pentax function No.1.)
4. While the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down, the lens automatically zooms to maintain
the same image size. When the camera stops zoom-
ing, depress the shutter release button fully down.
* Releasing the shutter before completion of zooming
operation may not yield a preset image size: to get
the desired image size, release the shutter only after
the lens finishes zooming.
x The image size stored in memory is not cleared even
if the camera's main switch is set to [OFF].
*
*
If the lens is removed or replaced while the camera's
main switch is set at [ON] or [USER], the stored
image size will be cleared from memory. To prevent
this, set the camera's main switch to [OFF] before
removing the lens.
Setting the lens focal length to the middle of its
range for the desired image size will provide the most
versatility. For instance, set the 28-80mm lens to
around 50mm.
When the battery is removed, keep in mind that a
preset image size is cleared.
Shooting the fast moving subject, the image size may
not come out the same.
If the camera-to-subject distance is too close or far,
the preset image size may not be obtained as this
mode works effectively only within the constraints of
the focal length range. In addition, since the preset
image size works only on the lens currently in use,
the preset image size may not be obtained if the lens
is replaced with another.
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3 Zoom Effect Mode
In the zoom effect mode, the lens zooms automatically
from wide-angle to telephoto during an exposure, creat-
Ing a special effect in which the subject diffuses radially
outward.
Using the Pentax function No.14, you can reverse the
zooming direction.
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. While holding the auto zoom switch toward [AS],
turn the Ty direct díal until | E ! appears on the
LCD panel. For some lenses, set the auto zoom
switch to AS .
To cancel the zoom effect mode, move the auto
zoom switch to !P].
In the zoom effect mode, the leading-shutter-curtain
sync flash is selected when the dedicated flash is in
use with the trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash mode
set, even if the trailing-shutter- curtain sync flash has
been selected.
When the built-in flash is used in the zoom effect
mode, both leading-shutter-curtain sync and trailing-
shutter-curtain sync flash modes can be used.
* To emphasize the effect, choose an exposure setting
with as slow a shutter speed as possible.
* In the Hyper Programed AE or Programmed AE mode
with the main switch set only at the [USER] position,
an exposure is automatically chosen which makes
the shutter speed as slow as possible.
+ When half the designated exposure time has elapsed,
the zooming starts automatically. For instance, if the
shutter speed is 1 second, zooming starts 0.5 second
after the shutter is released.
2. Set the power zoom ring to a wide-angle position to
create distinctive effects.
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3. Depress the shutter release button fully. The lens
zooms according to the selected shutter speed, cre-
ating a dynamic zoom effect.
*
A fast shutter speed reduces the zooming time and
almost no zoom effect is obtained. For Instance, a
28-105mm zoom lens takes about 1 second to zoom
from the 28mm position to the 105mm position.
That 1s, a shutter speed of at least 2 seconds is re-
quired for a full zoom effect to be produced. If the
shutter speed is too slow, the shutter remains open
after zooming has been finished, creating two images
of one subject in two different sizes on a single
frame.
* If the zooming range is too large, the image becomes
difficult to see due to excessively increased blur.
* Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera
shake.
Manual Zoom Effect
If power zooming during exposure is enabled using the
Pentax function No.15 selection 1 (See page 105.), the
focal length can be changed with the power zoom ring
during exposure. Interesting images can be created by
adjusting the zooming speed and timing manually.
* To create manual zoom effects, set the auto zoom
switch to _P] (as for the ordinary power zoom func-
tion). For some lenses, set the auto zoom switch to
PZ].
(11) USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH (RTF)
When using the camera's built-in flash in a dark or
backlit situation, the camera automatically chooses an
optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture ac-
cording to the subject brightness, allowing you to take
a flash photograph with ease.
1.
Select the Hyper Programmed AE mode and depress
the shutter release button halfway down. In a dark or
backlit situation, [ 3) ] onthe LCD panel and in the
viewfinder will blink to recommend the use of flash.
. Depress the flash pop-up button to activated the
built-in flash.
The built-in flash starts charging automatically.
When it is fully charged, [ (3 J appears on the LCD
panel. In addition, [ (#) ] lights up in the viewfinder
when the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down.
*
. Depress the shutter release button fully to take a
flash photograph.
The shutter speed changes in the range of 1,250
sec. to a slower speed which does not cause camera
shake. The slowest shutter speed depends on the
focal length of the lens fitted to the camera (FA and
F lenses only). When a lens made before the Pentax
A-series is used, the camera uses the shutter speed
of 1/60 sec.
After taking a flash photograph, retract the built-in
flash into the camera body by pushing it in the arrow
direction as shown in the illustration.
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* When the focus mode switch is set to [SERVO], the
flash does not charge while the shutter release but-
ton is depressed halfway down.
* The shutter cannot be released while the flash
charges. Using the Pentax function No.10, you can
cancel the shutter release while the flash is being
charged.
Shutter-Priority AE Mode
Using the flash at the shutter speed of 1.-250 second
to freeze images of fast moving subjects or slower
(slow-shutter -sync.). In the Shutter-Priority AE mode,
the aperture setting auiomatically changes according to
the ambient brightness, making flash photography easy.
* When the Hyper Programmed AE mode is changed
to the Shutter-Priority AE mode by turning the Tv di-
rect dial, the shutter speed range can be set from
1. 250 second to the speed that results in the mini-
mum aperture setting.
* If automatic shift of shutter speed is canceled using
the Pentax function No.5 selection 1, any available
shutter speed in the range of 1 250 sec. to 30 sec.
can be used. See page 101.
Aperture-Priority AE or Hyper Manual Mode
To take pictures with a selected in-focus depth of field,
or change the distance of the subject, the flash can be
discharged at a specific aperture. In the Aperture-
Priority AE mode, the shutter speed changes with the
ambient brightness, making flash photography easy.
Aperture -Priority AE
* The shutter speed changes in the range from 1.250
sec.to a slower shutter speed which does not cause
camera shake. The slowest shutter speed automati-
cally changes depends on the focal length of the lens
attached on the camera.
* When a lens made before the Pentax A-series is
used, the camera uses the shutter speed of 1/60
sec. In the Hyper-manual mode with the IF] button
depressed, the slow shutter speed 1s set at 1/60
sec.
+ When the Hyper Programmed AE mode is changed
to the Aperture-Priority AE mode with the Av direct
dial, any aperture can be set within the shutter speed
range depending on the focal length of the lens
mounted on the camera. If the automatic shift of
shutter speed is canceled using a Pentax function
No.5 selection 1, any available aperture between the
minimum to the maximum can be selected. See page
101.
Hyper Manual Mode
* When using the built-in flash in the Hyper-Manual
mode, any combination usage of the aperture and the
shutter speed slower than 1.7250 sec. can be se-
lected.
x If the Pentax function No.7 selection 1 is set (See
page 102), a shutter speed changes to slower which
can be used as a slow-shutter-speed flash synco
mode.
Calculating Flash Effective Distance According to the
Selected Aperture
Maximum flash distance = GN + Selected aperture
Minimum flash distance = Maximum flash distance = 4.9
When the distance to the subject is less than 0.7m, flash
cannot be used. If the flash is used within that distance, it
causes vignetting the picture corners, light is distributed
unevenly and the picture may be overexposured. The value
4.9 used in the formula above was obtained from the buiit-
Guide Number is referred to as GN.
Calculating the aperture according to the camera-to-
subject distance
If the calculated aperture value is the one other than an
f-stop on the aperture ring, for instance f/3, choose
the next smallest aperture ring (f2.8 in this case).
The guide numbers depend upon the film speed used as
shown below.
SO25 — GN7 ISO 200 — GN 20
ISO50 — GN 10 ISO 400 — GN 28
in flash.
ISO 100 — GN 14
If an 1SO 100 film is used at an aperture of f/3.5, the
flash effective distance is obtained as follows:
GN14 — 13.5 = 4
4 = 4.9 = Арргох.0.8т
Thus, flash effective distance range is from approx.
0.8m to 4m.
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Red-eye Reduction Flash Function
This camera includes a red-eye reduction flash function,
which reduces the red-eye phenomenon by preflash.
With this mode, the preflash is discharged just before
the shutter is released to close the pupil of the eyes. It
can reduce the red-eye effect.
How to Set
Set the mode dial to the | % . While holding down
the mode set button, turn the Ty direct dial until the
; @ appears on the LCD panel.
* In the [USER] position, the Red-eye reduction flash
function cannot be used. However, by setting the
USER-SET function in the "USER" mode, it can be
used. See page 74.
* When the AF500FTZ is attached and the Slave Fiash
Function is in use, the Red-eye reduction flash func-
tion cannot be used as the slave flash is discharged
when the preflash is discharged.
* When a dedicated flash unit is in use and IS dis-
charged , the red-eye reduction display on the LCD
panel is disregarded.
Red-Eye Phenomenon in Flash Shooting
Shooting portraits with flash in a dark environment
often results in the subject's eyes to turn out reddish in
the print. This phenomenon, commonly known as ” Red-
Eye”, is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash
in the retina. It can be reduced by taking a photo in a
brighter light condition or by shooting with a wider
angle lens at a closer distance when using a zoom lens,
or by employing the red-eye reduction flash feature.
When using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the cam-
era, it may also help to position the flash as far away
from the camera as possible.
Trailing-Shutter-Curtain Sync Flash with the Built-in
Flash
In the trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash, the flash dis-
charges the instant the second curtain begins its travel.
In normal electronic flash photography, the flash dis-
charges at the instant the first curtain completes it
travel. This mode will freeze the subject with a blur ap-
pearing before the subject under a siow shutter condi-
tion.
How to Set
Set the mode dial to the [ % |]. While holding down
the mode set button, turn the Ty direct dial until the
[ № ] appears.
* The trailing-shutter-curtain flash function does not
work when the camera's Main Switch is set at the
A
[USER] position. However, by selecting the USER-
SET FUNCTION in the USER position, it can be used.
* When only dedicated flash is in use, the leading-
shutter-curtain sync flash mode does not operates
even if [ mM 1 is displayed on the LCD panel.
* When combining the Built-in-flash (camera side)
along with the trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash
mode with the a Pentax dedicated flash unit with the
leading-curtain synch flash mode (normal mode),
when both flashes are discharged at the same time,
the Pentax dedicated flash automatically switches to
the trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash.
x If a dedicated flash which is not equipped with the
trailing-curtain-sync mode is discharged together
with the built-in flash with the trailing-shutter-curtain
sync flash mode, both flash units discharge in the
leading-curtain sync flash mode.
* To cancel the trailing-curtain-sync flash mode, the
same procedure is required as when it was set to re-
move [ № ] from the LCD panel.
x The fastest flash-sync shutter speed is 1,125 sec.
when the built-in flash is in use with the trailing-
curtain-sync flash mode.
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With Daylight Sync
Daylight-Synchro-Shooting
When shooting in the backlit situation or the subject is
cast in the shadow, discharging the flash will expose
the subject without any shadow. In the Hyper
Programmed AE, Programmed AE(the main switch is
set at USER), Shutter-Priority AE mode, Aperture-
Priority AE mode, the shutter speed or aperture changes
according to the ambient brightness, making Daylight-
Sync flash photography easy, which would otherwise
require complicated exposure control.
Slow-Speed-Sync Shooting
It is possible to photograph subjects and background in
balanced away by using the flash to properly expose the
foreground subject and a slow-shutter-speed to expose
the low light background. The Slow-speed-sync flash
operation works in the Hyper Manual Mode and the
Shutter-Priority AE Mode.
Hyper Manual Mode
1. Depress the flash pop-up button to activate the built-
in flash.
2 Set the camera's exposure mode to the Hyper
Manual Mode.
3. Select an appropriate shutter speed/ aperture com-
bination for correct exposure. See page 47.
4. Take a picture.
x If the Pentax function No.7 selection 1 is set, the cor-
rect exposure for background is obtained by depress-
ing the [IF] button. See page 102.
+ If the Pentax function No.7 selection 0 is set and the
[IF] button is depressed, the low light background
may not be exposed properly because of the shutter
speed is slowed down to the speed that does not
cause camera shake.
Shutter-Priority AE
1. Set the camera's exposure mode to the Shutter-
priority AE mode.
9 Set the desired shutter speed slower than 1,250
second.
3. Depress the flash pop-up button to activate the built-
in-flash.
4. Take a picture.
* Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera
shake.
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About the AF Spotbeam
The accuracy of the autofocus system ts reduced in the
dark. When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way down after popping up the flash, a red beam (AF
spotbeam) is projected to help the camera accurately
focus on any subject within a 1m to 4m range
* The AF spotbeam can be used when the focus mode
switch is set to [SINGLE].
* If you do not wish to use flash, first lock the focus
with the flash released, and then retract the built-in
flash.
* If a dedicated flash unit in use projects an AF
spotbeam as in case with the AF330FTZ, the AF
spotbeam in the built-in flash does not operate.
* The AF spotbeam will not project in a bright place.
(12) EXPOSURE COMPENSATION WITH FLASH
Exposure compensation with electronic flash is possible
by using the exposure compensation function combined
with the built-in RTF flash or a dedicated TTL accessory
flash. The amount of light released by the flash will be
adjusted automatically according to the amount of
compensation you set.
How to set
Set the mode dial to [ % ]. While holding down the
mode set button, turn the AV direct dial to select de-
sired exposure compensation value.
x When the mode button is depressed, the compensa-
tion value, the bar graph, [ №) Jandl ] are
displayed on the LCD panel.
* The exposure compensation range is from -3EV to
+1EV in 0.3EV step . Using the Pentax function, the
exposure step can change from 0.3EV to O.DEV. See
page 100.
* Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates 0.3EV
step (0.5EV when the compensation step is set to
0.5EV).
x When the compensation beyond — 2EV, [ © Jon
the bar graph on the LCD blinks ([ = |] in the
viewfinder).
* Exposure compensation by discharging the flash
light can be made with the built-in flash, a dedicated
flash or the both combined.
* The exposure compensation does not operate when
the camera's main switch is set at the [USER] posi-
tion. However, it can be used by setting the USER-
SET function in the USER position. See page 74.
* To cancel this compensation, set the compensation
value to [0.0].
* When exposure compensation is in operation,
L ] is displayed on the LCD panel and in the
viewfinder.
x The compensation cannot be canceled even if the
main switch is set at the OFF position or setting to
other exposure mode.
* The compensation value may not be set correctly de-
pending on the brightness of the subject or the dis-
tance of the subject.
If the exposure compensation with flash is combined
with the exposuse compensation without using the
flash , it makes possible to adjust the brightness of
the subject on the background and the brightness of
the subject respectively.
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(13) SELECTING THE DESIRED PROGRAMMED LINE
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This camera has a total of 4 programmed lines including
the Normal program, High-speed-shutter- -priority pro-
gram, Depth-of-field-priority program and MTF program
modes allowing you to select the one specific for your
photographic purposes.
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High-speed-shutter-
priority program line, H.
Normal Program line
(no indication)
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How to set
1. Set the mode dial to MODE).
2. Set the exposure mode to the Hyper Programmed AE
mode. See page 45.
3. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
A. direct dial to select the exposure mode in the fol-
lowing order.
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Normal program line
Normal program line for general photography.
High-speed-shutter-priority program line
High-speed-shutter-priority program line is programmed
to choose the fastest possible shutter speed.
Depth-of-field-priority program line
The program depth line is designed to obtain the great-
est depth field possible.
MTF program line
The MTF program line is effective when combined with
a Pentax AF lens. It is programmed to choose the aper-
ture at which the lens is sharpest. The MTF program
line varies with the lens type. The necessary data is
stored in the FA lens in use.
* Refer to page 126 and 127 for each program line.
* The program line cannot be selected if the main
switch is set at the [USER] position. When the
[USER-SET] function mode is set, the program line
can be selected at the Hyper programed AE mode.
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FUNCTIONS
1
This camera incorporates 15 Pentax functions which 2. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
can be used to customize camera functions to your Ty direct dial until desired Pentax Function Number
taste and convenience. appears.
How to set Pentax Functions
1. Set the mode dial to | a
3. While holding down the mode set button, turn the
Av direct dial to set the selection number of each
Pentax function.
x The selection of the Pentax function is either O or 1.
For further details, see the description of each
Pentax function.
* Upon delivery from the factory, the selection of all
Pentax functions is set to zero (0).
WN x
Initializing Pentax functions
- Set the main switch to [ON].
. Set the mode dial to [ ].
- While holding down the mode set button, depress
the IF button for 2 seconds until { EL J appears on
the LCD panel. At this time, the audible PCV signal is
heard.
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Pentax Function No.1.
Turning On or Off the PCV Signal
Details:
When the subject is in focus, the self-timer is being
used, IF button or ML button is depressed, or the image
size tracking mode is being used, the PCV signal is
heard.
Selection:
O: PCV beeps
1 = PCV does not beep
Pentax Function No.2
Selecting Exposure Modes
Details:
Exposure mode can be selected when the main switch
is set at ON).
Selection:
0 - When the lens aperture ring is set at A, the Hyper
Programmed AE mode and the Hyper Manual mode can
be selected. When the lens aperture ring is set other
than À position.the Aperture-Priority AE mode and
Hyper Manual mode can be selected.
1 — All exposure modes can be selected.
Pentax Function No.3
Selecting the exposure compensation step
Details:
Selecting an exposure compensation step of 0.3 or
0.5EV.
Selection:
0 0.3EV
1 - O5EV
Pentax Function No.4
Selecting the shutter speed step
Details:
Select a shutter speed step of 1EV or 0O.5EV.
Selection:
0 - 1EV step
1 0.5EV step
Pentax Function No.b
Selecting the type of automatic Tv/ Av shift in the
Hyper Programmed AE mode.
Details:
Choose whether the shutter speed (Tv) and the aper-
ture setting (Av) should shift automatically for a cor-
rect exposure, or only a warning should be indicated
without Ay and Tv being shifted (in this case the correct
exposure will not be obtained). This occur when the
shutter speed or aperture value assigned by the Hyper
function exceeds the coupling range in the Hyper
Programmed AE mode.
Selection:
0 = The shutter speed (Tv) and aperture setting (Av)
will shift automatically.
1 = A warning will be issued and the shutter speed
(Ty) and aperture setting (Av) will not shift automati-
cally.
Pentax Function No.6
Selecting the type of Ty Av shift mode when the [iF]
button is depressed in the Hyper Manual mode.
Details:
Select the method used to set the correct exposure with
the [IF] button depressed when the aperture ring is set
to [A] in the Hyper Manual mode.
Selection:
0 = The correct exposure is obtained according to the
program line.
1 = The aperture value (Ay) is fixed and the shutter
speed (Ty) is shifted to obtain the correct exposure.
2 = The shutter speed (Tv) is fixed and the aperture
value (Av) is shifted to obtain the correct exposure.
3 = Both shutter speed and aperture setting are not
shifted. ([IF] button is disregarded.)
Note: when the lens aperture ring is set to other than A,
when the [IF] button is depressed, the shutter speed is
always shifted. However, when the selection 3 is se-
lected, the shutter speed does not shift even if the [IF]
button is depressed.
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Pentax Function No.7
Selecting the shift of the shutter speed (T,) and the
aperture value (Av) in the Hyper Manual or 250
(1.250 sec.) when the (IF) button is depressed with
the built-in flash is in use.
Details:
When the built-in flash or a Pentax dedicated TTL flash
is in use with the Hyper Manual or 250 exposure mode,
depress the IF button after the flash is charged to ob-
tain the correct exposure shifting the shutter speed and
the aperture setting in accordance with the pro-
grammed line or for obtaining the correct exposure for
the background.
Selection:
O The shutter speed and the aperture shift to obtain
the correct exposure for background.
1 The shutter speed and the aperture setting shift ac-
cording to the flash programmed line.
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Pentax function No.8
Selecting the method of film speed setting
Details:
To choose whether the film speed (ISO) is set auto-
matically according to the DX coding or manually set by
user.
Selection:
0 - Automatic setting of film speed (ISO) according to
the DX coding has priority.
1 — Manual setting of film speed (ISO) by the user has
priority.
If the selection 1 is set, the previous set ISO will be set
automatically when a new roll of film is leaded.
Pentax Function No.9
Selecting function of the [ML] button.
Details:
When the focus mode switch is set to [SINGLE] and
the [ML] button is depressed, this function determines
whether the subject is focused automatically (and the
focus is locked) before the exposure level is fixed or
only the exposure is fixed.
Selection:
0 = When the [ML] button is depressed, only exposure
level is fixed without autofocusing.
1 = When the [ML] button is depressed, the exposure
level is fixed after autofocusing (and the focus is
locked.).
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Pentax Function No.10
Selecting whether or not the shutter will release
befor the built-in flash is fully charged.
Details:
Selects whether the shutter can be released before the
built-in flash is fully charged or the release is locked
until charging is complete.
Selection:
0 = The shutter release is locked until the built-in flash
charges completely.
= The shutter can be released before the built-in flash
charges completely.
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Pentax Function No.11
Adjusting the film rewind
Details:
Chooses whether the film leader is rewound completely
into the cartridge or is left slightly left outside of the
film cartridge.
Selection:
O The film is rewound completely into the film car-
tridge.
1 The film leader is left outside of the film cartridge.
Pentax Function No.12
Selecting the film rewind mode
Details:
Chooses whether the film rewinds automatically or
manually when it reaches the end of the roll.
Selection:
O - Automatic start of rewinding
1 Manual start of rewinding
Note:
If manual rewinding _1] is selected, the exposure count
and film transport mark blink when the end of the film
reached. Manually rewind the film according to the di-
rection for "Rewinding the film in Mid-Roll” See page
20.
Pentax Function No.13
Selecting autofocusing when the power zoom is used.
Details:
Chooses whether the lens automatically zooms when
the power zoom operates.
Selection:
0 = The lens focuses when power zoom operates.
1 = The lens does not focus when power zoom oper-
ates.
Pentax Function No.14
Selecting the zoom direction in the zoom effect mode
Details:
Chooses whether the lens automatically zoom from
wide-angle to telephoto or vice versa.
Selection:
0 = The lens zooms from wide-angle to telephoto.
1 = The lens zooms from telephoto to wide-angle.
Pentax Function No.15
Selecting power zoom operation
Details:
Chooses whether the power zoom ring can be used dur-
ing an exposure (while the shutter is opened) after de-
pressing the shutter release button fully down or the
power zoom cannot be used while the exposure is being
made. |
Selection:
0 = Power zoom ring disabled.
1 = Power zoom ring enable during exposure.
Note:
When the selection is set to 1, set the auto zoom switch
to [P], if the power zoom is operated during the expo-
sure. For some lenses, set the auto zoom switch to
[PZ].
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This camera automatically reads the film speed from a
loaded film's DX code. However, the film speed setting
can be changed. If you use a non-DX coding film, set the
film speed manually.
2
How to change the film speed
1.
2.
Set the mode dial to 'ISO;.
While holding the mode set button, turn the T, direct
dial until desired film speed appears on the LCD
panel.
To display the current film speed (1SO), depress the
mode set button after setting the mode dial to ISO .
If the film speed read by the DX coded film cartridge
and the manually set film speed is different, ISO
appears on the LCD panel.
If a non-DX coded film is used, the previously-set film
speed 1s used.
The automatic film speed reading function can be
canceled with the Pentax function No.8.
(16) 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
1. Remove the hot shoe cover and attach a Pentax dedi-
cated flash unit.
2 Set the flash to TTL Auto mode. Ensure the camera
is in the Hyper Programmed AE, Programmed AE
(only the camera's mode is set at USER), or
Aperture-Priority AE mode.
3. Turn ON the flash.
4. Ensure that the the flash is fully charged. After the
flash ready lamp is lit, if you depress the shutter re-
lease button halfway down, [| % |] lights up in the
viewfinder.
5. Focus on the subject and takes a flash photograph.
* The shutter speed varies automatically from 1,250
sec. to a slower shutter speed that does not cause
camera shake depending on the focal length
mounted on the camera. However, when a lens made
before the Pentax A series lens in use, the slowest
shutter speed becomes 1,760 of a second.
* When the camera is in the Shutter-Priority AE mode
or the Hyper Manual mode, allowing you to select the
shutter speed / aperture combination to change the
in-focus range or increase a blur effect. If the camera
is in the shutter-Priority mode, only the shutter speed
is can be changed.
Multi-burst flash with the Pentax dedicated flash
When discharging more than 2 Pentax dedicated flash,
make sure they are the same type of the flashes (refer
to the overview of Flash Function on page 108.), com-
bine the TYPE B with TYPE C or TYPE D with TYPE E.
The built-in flash can be operated with any type of
Pentax TTL dedicated flash unit.
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Overview of Flash Function
CAMERA FUNCTION
After the flash is charged, the camera automati- |
cally selects the flash-sync speed. ~~
Automatic aperture setting in the Hyper
Programmed AE, Programmed AE or Shutter-
Priority AEmode ~~~ ~~
| Flash confirmation signal in the viewfinder a
| TTL auto flash
Slow-speed sync in Hyper | Manual or Shutter- ВЕ
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| AF spotbeam
Contrast-control flash mode (note 3)
Trailing shutter curtain fash syne (note 2) |
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TYPE A: Built-in flash
TYPE B: AF330FTZ, AF500FTZ (note 4)
TYPE C: AF400FTZ, AF240FT
ТУРЕ D: AF400T, AF280T, AF200T, AFOSOC,
AF140C, AF200SA
TYPE E: AF200S, AF160, AF140
Notes:
1. Only the AF200SA flash does not operate.
2. The shutter speed is 17125 sec. or slower.
3. The shutter speed is 1 60 sec. or slower.
4. Multi-burst and slave-synch flash with AF500FTZ
are possible.
* When using a Type D flash except AF200SA in the
MS (Manual Synch) or M (Manual) mode or a Type
E flash, set the aperture according to the calculator
chart on the back of the flash unit.
* If the camera is set in the Hyper-Programmed AE
mode , the Programmed AE mode (with the USER-
SET position) or the Shutter-Priority AE mode, the
Type D flash cannot be used as the aperture setting
changes.
Caution:
Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera.
For the best results, use the Pentax dedicated flash unit.
AF500FTZ and AF330FTZ
The aperture and shutter speed vary automatically ac-
cording to the ambient brightness, making daylight-
synch-flash possible. The aperture and shutter speed
vary in a same manner to the camera's built-in flash
See page. 87
e |f focusing on a subject is difficult in low light, the
camera automatically projects an AF spotbeam to ac-
curately measure the distance to the subject.
e These flash units have an auto zoom feature. The
angle of its discharge automatically changes accord-
ing to the focal length of the FA or F lens in use.
*e The AF500FTZ features a wireless slave-sync flash
function.
e Multiple flash burst on a single frame is possible with
AF5OOFTZ.
* These flash units feature the contrast control system.
e In the Hyper-Programmed, Programmed (when the
main switch is set to USER), Shutter-Priority, or
Aperture-Priority AE mode, even when the flash unit is
set to Manual, TTL auto flash mode will be set auto-
matically.
e When the flash is charged and left unused for about 3
minutes,the power automatically switches off to save
battery power.
Depressing the shutter release button halfway down
will restart charging of the flash unit.
AF240FT and AF400FTZ
* The aperture and shutter speed vary automatically ac-
cording to the ambient brightness, making day-light-
synch-flash possible. The aperture and shutter speed
vary in a same manner to the camera's built-in flash.
See page 88.
e Both of these units feature built-in infrared spotbeam
to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-
contrast conditions.
« In the Hyper Programmed AE, Programmed AE (when
the main switch is set to USER.), Shutter-Priority AE
or Aperture-Priority AE, TTL auto flash control system
will be set automatically.
e When the flash is charged and left unused for about 3
minutes, the power automatically switches off to save
battery power. Depressing the shutter releaase button
halfway down will restart charging of the flash unit.
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AF200T, AF280T, and AF400T
* |f the TTL auto mode is selected, these flash units can
be used for daylight-sync shooting, because the shut-
ter speed 1s adjusted (1.7250 to 1.60 sec.) accord-
Ing to the ambient brightness.
* When using the Three-Level Auto (red, green, and yel-
low settings) mode, the aperture value is adjusted as
shown in the table and the shutter speed also varies
within the shutter speed range of 1.7250 to 1. 60
sec.
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Notes on Pentax Dedicated Flash Units
When the built-in flash is used in combination with a
Pentax dedicated flash unit, the dedicated flash unit has
a priority function control over the built-in flash. Ensure
that the flash units are fully charged before releasing
the shutter.
However, if the built-in flash with the trailing-shutter-
curtain sync flash mode and the dedicated flash unit
with the trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash mode are
combined, both flash units operate in the trailing-
shutter-curtain sync flash mode.
Contrast-Control Flash Photography
Using the AF330FTZ or AF500FTZ in combination with
the built-in flash allows twin-flash photography
(contrast-control flash photography). This is based on
the difference between the amount of light discharged
from two units. The AF330FTZ or AF5OOFTZ gives out
twice as much as the built-in flash unit.
1. Put the AF500FTZ or AF330FTZ in the contrast con-
trol sync flash mode.
2. Ensure that both flash units are fully charged and
then shoot.
* When the AFB00FTZ or AF330FTZ is used off the
camera, the effect of contrast control is increased.
Use an optional "Hot Shoe Adapter F”" (two sets with
the AF330FTZ) and "Extension Cord F 5P" to connect
the dedicated flash unit to the camera. Do not com-
bine an accessory with a different number of contacts
such as a malfunction may occur.
* In the contrast control sync flash mode, the camera
operates in a similar manner to as when the leading-
curtain sync flash mode is selected except that the
camera uses 1 60 sec. of top flash speed.
(17) ACCESSORIES (OPTION)
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this
camera. For details, please see our brochures.
* Cable Switch F
A shutter release cord designed for use with the Z-1
/PZ-1, Z-1,/PZ-1,, Z-20/PZ-20/, 7-10/P2-10,
SFX,” SF1y, and SF7,/SF10 and SFX, /SF1.
* Magnifier Fe
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 50 in meters. It features slave-
sync flash function, multiple flash burst, contrast sync
flash, leading trailing-curtain-sync flash mode.
e AF330FTZ
A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spotbeam
and guide number 33 in meters. lt features contrast
control sync, leading/ trailing-curtain-sync flash
mode.
* Hot Shoe Adapter F and Extension Cord F5P
An adapter and cord which allow the 240FT,
AF330FTZ, AFAOOFTZ and AF500FTZ to be used off
the camera, while maintaining full electronic coupling
to the camera.
* AF Adapter 1.7X
An adapter for autofocus photography using KA- or K-
mount lenses with a maximum aperture of f2.8 or
larger.
* Macro flash AF140C
A TTL macro flash unit with the guide number 14 in
meters.
* Grip Strap For
A special hand grip for holding a camera firmly and se-
curely.
* Refconverter A
Right angle finder which attaches to the grooves on
both sides of the viewfinder. The viewfinder magnifi-
cation is able to switch from 1X to 2X.
* Filters
Skylight, Cloudy, UV, Y2, 02, R2, and Circular
Polarizing Filter are available. Each filter provides in
sizes of 49mm, 52mm, 58mm, 67mm and 77mm.
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FF-60( Matte field with AF frame)
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Designed to guide picture composi-
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FK-60 (Matte field with golden
section lines)
Designed for determining the
image of a subject in a frame
(scaled in millimeters).
FS-60 (Matte field with spot me-
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With circle for spot metering.
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Designed for determining the
Image size of a subject in a
frame(scaled in millimeters).
FM-60 (Matte field with pano-
rama and spot metering frame-
standard screen)
With panorama format compensa-
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Notes on Accessories e The camera mounting base on the Macro Focus Rai! IH
e "Auto Bellows A” cannot be used in combination with and copy stand has a leveling protrusion may scratch
the double cable release. When taking a vertical pho- the camera body. Do not use these accessories.
tograph, position the camera with the grip facing up-
ward.
e When vertically positioning the camera with the tripod
mount of the Pentax-F* 300mm f/4.5ED (IF) lens
with the grip facing downward, the tripod mount may
hit the camera body. Position the camera with the grip
facing upward.
e When attaching the "ADAPTER K FOR 645 LENS” to
the camera body, the camera shift lock screw of the
lens may hit the camera body. To avoid this, change
the position of the fixing screw.
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The soft case is available as an option and consists of a
front cover and a back cover.
1. Open the front cover and place the camera body in
the back cover.
2. Fasten the back cover to the camera body by tighten-
Ing the fitting screw in the tripod socket.
Soft case comes in three sizes, S, M and L
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Case | Applicable F, FA-lens
5 50mm f, 1.4, Zoom 35-70mm, etc.
M Zoom 28-80mm, Zoom 35-1 05mm, Zoom
35-80mm, etc.
Macro 100mm, Zoom 28-105mm,
Zoom 70-200mm, Zoom 28-70mm, etc.
(19) EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED
A correct exposure is established by a combination of
shutter speed and aperture setting according to the
subject brightness. Actually, there are many correct
combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a par-
ticular subject brightness. Different shutter speed and
aperture settings produce different effects.
Effect of Shutter Speed
The shutter speed determines the film exposure time, or
the amount of light striking the film as the shutter stays
open for its designated time. If the subject is moving, its
image will be blurred at a slow speed. In contrast,
choosing a high shutter speed allows a frozen image to
be taken of a moving subject. A high shutter speed also
prevents camera shakes. It is possible to enhance the
motion of a wave or a waterfall by blurring the move-
ment using a slow shutter speed.
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Effect of Aperture
The aperture increases or reduces the amount of re-
flected 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 will
not be focused. That is, the range of focus (depth of
field) becomes small. If the aperture is closed down to
reduce the amount of light, the depth of field increases.
For instance, if you shoot a person against a landscape
With the aperture open, the landscape in front of and be-
hind the person will be blurred,making the person ap-
pear to rise out of the landscape. By contrast, closing
down the aperture increases the in-focus range.
(20) DEPTH OF FIELD у
With Zoom 28~105mm (at 28mm)
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Depth of field refers to the range around the optimum
focusing point of the subject in which the elements at
different distances are in focus. The depth of field in-
creases as the aperture is closed down, the focal length
of the lens becomes shorter, or the subject is positioned
farther away.
The Range Allowed for Focusing
The in-focus range varies depending on the aperture in
use. Zoom lenses do not have a depth-of-field scale for
mechanical considerations.
The Preview Button
If the lens aperture ring is set to a other than "A" posi-
tion, the depth-of-field preview can be confirmed by de-
pressing the preview button. The aperture you have set
will be closed down. With the preview button de-
pressed, the exposure will not be set correctly.
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When an infrared film and an “R?” or “02” filter are
used, the focal point is different from that of ordinary
film (exposed in visible light) 1s used. The autofocus
system cannot compensate for this difference auto-
matically. After focusing on the subject as usual, set
the focus mode switch to "MANUAL; and turn the fo-
cusing ring to the left by the distance indicated on the
Infrared index.
As shown in the illustration, if 28 is read from the zoom
scale.adjust the distance scale to 28 on the infrared
Index (red line).
* To set the proper exposure level for infrared pictures,
refer to the instructions accompanying the film. The
Programmed AE mode does not give a correct expo-
sure. Use the Meter manual exposure mode.
(1) PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY
* Use one BV lithium battery (2CR5 type).
e The misuse of a battery can cause hazards such as
leakage, overheating, explosions, etc. The battery
should be inserted with the "+" and "—" sides facing
correctly.
« Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the bat-
tery. Also,do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it
may exploded.
e Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in
low temperatures, but will recover in normal tempera-
tures.
e Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement conven-
ience when shooting outdoors or while traveling.
« When the camera is in a bag, ensure the main switch
is off:otherwise, battery power may be wasted if the
shutter release button is accidentally pushed.
e |f the built-in flash is used continuously, the battery
may become warm, but it does not mean that the bat-
tery is faulty; it is one of the battery's characteristics.
Battery Life (using 24-exposure film rolls)
General existing light photography | About 80 rolls
Fiash photography
(using flash 50% of the time) About 25 rolls
Flash photography
(using flash 100 of the time) About 14 rolls
Bulb exposure time About 6 hours
The 2CRS5 battery was used under Pentax testing condi-
tions. Actual battery life,” performance may vary drasti-
cally depending on usage as temperature and freshness
of the battery.
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Your Pentax camera is a high-precision mechanism.
Handle it with care.
Precaution when taking pictures
* Do not use the camera in a place where the camera
may come in contact with rain or water because the
camera Is not weatherresistance. Should the camera
get wet from rain or splashing water, wipe it off imme-
drately with a dry soft cloth.
* Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit a solid object.
If the camera suffers a severe shock or impact, take it
to a Pentax service center for Inspection.
* Be careful not to subject it 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 dam-
age. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plas-
tic bag so that any changes in temperature difference
IS minimized, take it out of the bag after the tempera-
ture has stabihzed.
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 used, the upper
portion of the viewfinder may be darkened by the mir-
ror. This darkening.however, does not appear on the
development.
(2) PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA
Precaution 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 mothballs or
In a area where chemicals are handled. Store it in a
place with good air circulation to prevent the growth
of fungus.
Precaution for taking care
* Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accumu-
lated on the lens or viewfinder.
e Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or
benzine to clean the camera.
e Electrical problems may often be caused by water, dirt
or dust at points of electrical contact. Also check for
battery leak-age, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion
due to salinity or gas. If you cannot correct the prob-
lems, 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 as-
sessed.
Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your
finger or any other object.
Other precautions:
e Temperature range at which this camera function
properly is 50°C to -10°C (1 22°F to 14°F).
e A camera which has been submerged in water cannot
usually be repaired, if such an accident should occur,
it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center im-
mediately.
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 pe-
riod, or is being prepared for an important photo-
graphic session, it is recommended that you have the
camera inspected or test shoot with it.
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» Repairs made necessary due to usage of this product
in an industrial or commercial application may not be
covered under the term of the Pentax warranty.
¢ Repairs made necessary as a rebuilt of the camera
being subjected to any of the conditions warned about
in this precautions section, or any other precaution or
warning throughout this instruction manual, are not
covered under the terms of the warranty and changes
may be assessed.
LCD (Liquid-crystal display) Backup Circuit
Even if the battery is removed before the film reaches
its end.the exposure number and film speed stay In
memory.
LCD (Liquid-crystal display) Display
x When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures over
about 60°C.it may biacken, but when the tempera-
ture normalizes, it may return to normal.
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Before contacting a Pentax se
rvice center, check the following items.
(3) TROUBLESHOOTING
y occur and their remedies.
Symptoms Causes LE | _ Remedies — | Reference
“The shutter does not release. The le main switch IS [OFF]. В _ Тит ( ON the main switch. i+ Pas
The low battery warning [ca | ; appears. | Replace the battery. ~~ a pio
BB | The bi battery is improperly installed. Install the battery properly. o PIO |
“Indicators do not appear on the ' The m main switch is not 'ON:. — SE Turn ON the main switch. В PIs
LCD panel. , No battery has been installed. Install the battery. e PIO
The battery is Is improperly y installed. — _ [install stall the Ne battery properly. e P10 _
О The battery is dead. _ a Replace e the battery. nn | _ P10
~The camera does not focus. AF frame is not placed over the subject. Move the camera until the AF frame P.28
| ) | covers the subject.
The e subject is is too € > close. Increase the camera- to- subject distance. ) P28
| The focus mode switch is set to Set the focus mode switch to SINGLE! | P27 |
[MANUAL]. | r SERVO!. | _
‘The subject is 5 difficult to autofocus. “Use the focus- lock technique or focus P.30 |
| manually using the matte field. P.36 ||
[LO ) blinks in the mtn [Th su subject is IS too close c or is difficult ol Use the focus- lock technique or yr focus P.30
_ autofocus. _ manually using - the matte > field. o P.36 o
The built-in flash does not The battery IS is dead. - I — “Replace the > battery. И | P10 —_ ]
charge. The shutter release button wi was 1s pressed Release the shutter release button. | P.88
I while the focus mode switch was set to
[SERVO]. |
rec focus us cannot be locked. — “The focus lever i is set to SERVO]. _, Set the focus lever to SINGLE). a N P27 |
Drive mode cannot be set ex- The main switch is set to USER’. | the main switch to [ON]. | Р.15
_ сер! the single frame mode. | |
CI TDR —_— — HE —_— — dd
The autobracketing mode can- The main switch is set to [USER]. “Set the main switch to ON]. | Р.15
по? t be e set.
The + Hyper-P Progammed AE mode | The ma main n switch IS set t to (USER). orem ee
‘cannot be set.
[ON].
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Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference
The Hyper-Manual mode can- | The main switch is set to [USER]. Set the main switch to [ON]. Р.15
not be set.
The exposure compensation | The main switch is set to [USER]. Set the main switch to [ON]. P.15
cannot be set. .
The zoom-clip mode cannot be | The lens is set at manual zoom mode. | Push the power zoom ring of the lens P.78
set. forward until the words POWER ZOOM
appear.
The auto zoom switch on the lens is set | Set the auto zoom switch to [A]. P78
[P]. |
The image-size tracking mode | The lens is set at manual zoom mode. | Push the power zoom ring of the lens P.78
cannot be set. forward until the words POWER ZOOM
appear.
The auto zoom switch on the lens is set | Set the auto zoom switch [A].
P.78
to (PJ.
The focus mode switch is set to | Set the focus mode switch to [SINGLE] P81
[MANUAL]. or [SERVO]. -
The power zoom system does | The lens is in the manual zoom mode. | Push the power zoom ring forward until P24
not function. the words [POWER ZOOM] appear.
While shooting the power zoom | The image-tracking mode is selected. Cancel the image-size tracking mode. P.81
system operates automatically.
The zoom effect cannot be set. | The lens is in the manual zoom position. | Push the power zoom ring of the lens P.78
forward until the words POWER ZOOM
appear.
The zoom effect does not work. | The power zoom ring is turned to the | Turn the power zoom ring to the wide- P.85
telephoto side (larger number). angle side (smaller number).
The lens focuses when zoom- | The camera focuses automatically when | It is possible to cancel this function by P.105
ing. the power zoom is operated. the Pentax function.
It is possible that static electricity may caus
camera and then reinstall. If the malfunction
camera mormally.
e camera malfunctions. Should this occur, remove the battery from the
disappears the camera is not defective and you can continue to use the
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Туре:
Format:
Usable Film:
Exposure Mode:
Shutter:
Lens mount:
Compatible lens:
Autofocus System:
Power Zoom:
4) SPECIFICATIONS
Through-the-lens (TTL: autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR with built-in TTL auto flash (RTF;
24x36mm (13x36 in panoramic format:
35mm perforated cartridge film. DX-coded film with ISO 25-5000; non-DX coded film with ISO 6-64000
1 ‘Hyper Programmed AE; (2: Programmed AE: 13 Shutter-Priority AE:: 4: Aperture-Priority AE; /5)Hyper
Manual; :6 Manual (Bulb}):{7:250 :1 “250sec.)
Electrically controlled vertical-run focal-plane shutter.
Electronic-magnetic release. Shutter speed range: :1!Auto:1 -8000-30sec.(Stepless!;: 2 Manual
1.- 8B000-30sec. '31Bulb. Shutter lock by turning main switch off.
Pentax Ku: bayonet mount { K-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts and power contacts;
Pentax Kaz-, Ka-, Ka-, and K-mount lenses are usable Autofocus ($ possible using AF Adapter with K.-
mount lenses are usable.
TTL phase-matching system‘ SAFOX II:. AF operational brightness range: EV-1 to 18 ‘at ISO 100 with
f 1.4 lens!, Focus lock available using shutter release button in AF single mode, Focus mode:AF single, AF
servo {predictive AF provided’ and Manual
3 speed Intelligent Power Zoom lens with built-in motor. :1:Power zoom; (2: Image-Size Tracking; (3)
Zoom-Clip; (4! Auto Zoom Effect when combined with an FA zoom lens.
Viewfinder: Pentaprism finder, Interchangeable Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen, Field of view: 92%,
Magnification:0.8X{ with 50mm lens at >", Diopter adjustment: 2.5 to : 1.5diopters. Panorama format
frame, Spot metering area frame
Viewfinder LED & LCD Focus information:in-focus( green lamp | © is lit), front or back focus signals and unable-to-focus
indication: indicator green lamp blinks: “Shutter speed in range from 1. 8000 to 30sec “Aperture value from f.” 1.2
External LCD Panel
indication:
to 90. Dedicated flash ready indication] 5 ; is lit.RTF ready indication ` (8) ] 1s lit. Flash-
recommended display or inappropriate lens warning | (Y) | blinking. ‘Bar graph (exposure compensation
value, discharging flash ight compensation value, autobracketing value “manual mode:over exposure and
underexposure indication), [ . discharging flash light compensation value indication, ’ & | expo-
sure compensation indication, {| # ! memory lock | ME multi-segment(8) metering indication,
. EJ _ spot metering indication, | @ ‘ center-weighted metering indication, [ mmm ] panorama indication
| HyP ; =Hyper Programmed AE, (P) = Programmed AE, (A) - Shutter-Priorit AE, Aperture-Priority AE,
[HyM - Hyper Manual, (Bu) - Bulb.(250) - Shutter speed of 1.7250 sec, | ] = Image-Size Tracking,
| Es i Zoom Chip, | 6 ]=Auto Zoom Effect, Shutter speed = 1.7 8000 -30s, Aperture value -- 1.2-90,
film speed = 6-6400, 1SO indication.Bulb timer = 1s-59s, 1m-59m(blinking 1-59), Exposure compensation
value with flash = -3to +1, Autobracketing,” Exposure compensation value= — 4 to 4, Multi-exposure
counter = 2 to 9, Bar graph = Exposure compensation value, Exposure compensation with flash, Auto ex-
posure compensation value, Over or under exposure indication in manual mode, | 1 = Exposure com-
pensation, &___ | = т status information, | <= - = Battery exhaustion warning, Film counter =
0-99, [ ® |] = Red-eye reduction flash mode, | Y) = Built-in RTF flash ready indication. | [%)
blinking slowly) = Flash-recommended display, ‘ 5) 1 blinks rapidly) = inappropriate lens warning,
. - Exposure compensation value with flash, [» | trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash, | E
= Multi(8)-segment metering, Ê [®] ]=Center-weighted metering, [ E) ]=Spot metering, | ]
= Pentax function, { "D j=PCV signal indication, { El ]=S8ingle-frame shooting, =
= Consecutive shooting, [ ] =Self-timer shooting, [ O)2s ] =Self-timer with 2-sec delay, [ Oa
= Triple-frame self-timer, [ ] =Autobracketing.[ @ ]=Tv value, | 6 ]=Av value, [Tv] =Tv indi-
cation, [Av] = Av indication, [ @b ]=Multi-exposure, llluminator for LCD pane! (10 sec)
Self-timer: Electronically-controlled type with delay time of 12 sec. Start by depression of shutter release button,
Operation confirmation:By red lamp blinking, PCV beep tone and LCD panel (Self-timer indication counts in
reverse), Cancelable after operation, 2-sec. mode, 3 consecutive exposures
Mirror: Quick-return mirror with AF secondary mirror
Film Loading: Film advance automatically to 1st frame after the back cover is closed. Film information window is provided
Film Wind & Rewind: Auto wind, “rewind and auto rewind stop by built-in motor, Consecutive or Single advance mode, Approx.4
frames.” sec.( continuous mode), Auto rewinding starts at end of roll, Film rewind, completion of rewinding
is displayed on the LCD panel, Mid-roll rewind provided
Exposure Meter: TTL multi(8)-segment metering, Metering range from EVO to EV20 at ISO 100 with 50mm f/7 1.4 lens,
Center-weighted and Spot metering mode can be set
Exposure Compensation: + — 4EV in 0.3EV step increments, Bar-graph indication in the range from -2EV to + 2EV in 0.3EV incre-
ments.
Auto bracketing: Three frame consecutive shots with exposure bracketing from +7 — 0.3EV to +, — 4EV, Possible to use
with exposure compensation, Auto bracketing with manual exposure, Auto bracketing with discharging the «===.
flash light E
Memory Lock: Set by ML button, Exposure value remains locked as long as ML button is depressed. With the shutter re- «——
lease button is halfway depressed, the exposure value remains continuously O
Flash: Series-control Retractable TTL Auto Flash (RTF), Guide number:14(1SO 100,/m), lllumination angle:covers т
28mm lens angle of view,Flash-sync-speed:1/ 250 sec or slower, Day-light-sync flash, Trailing-shutter- m
curtain sync, Red-eye-reduction function, Exposure compensation with the flash, Contrast-control-flash D
sync, ISO range =25-800
Flash Sync: Hot shoe with X-contact which couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, Possible to compensate the ex-
posure with variable discharge of the flash light
Power Source: One 6V lithium battery (2CR5)
Battery Exhaustion Warning:Battery exhaustion symbol [ <= |] is lit. (blinking when the shutter is locked; no indication on the
right-hand edge of the view-finder.)
Pentax function: 15 user-defined functions
Back cover: Interchangeable
Dimensions & Weight: 152.0mm(W) X95.5mm(H) xX 74.0mm(D) (6” x3.8” x2.9" )/650g(22.90z) Body only without lithium
battery
Supplied Accessories: Hot shoe cover FD, Release socket cap FD, Camera strap FD, Eye cap FD, Finder cap
Program Line (Depth-of-field-priority Program) Program Line (MTF Program)
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All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona
fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed
against defects of material or workmanship for period
of twelve months from date of purchase. Service will be
rendered, and defective parts will be replaced without
cost to you within that period, provided the equipment
does not show evidence of impact, sand or chemical
corrosion, operation countrary to operating instruc-
tions, or modification by an unauthorized repair shop.
The manufacture or its authorized representatives shall
not be liable for any repair or alterations except those
made with its written consent and shall not be liable for
damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect
or consequential damages of any kind, whether caused
by defective material or workmanship or otherwise; and
it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufac-
turer or its representatives under all guarantees or war-
ranties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited
to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided.
No refunds will be made on repairs performed by non-
authorized Pentax service facilities.
Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any Pentax which provides defective during the 12-
month warranty period should be returned to the dealer
from whom you purchased the equipment or to the
manufacturer in your country, send the equipment or 10
the manufacturer. If there is no representative of the
manufacturer in your country, send the equipment to
the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it
will take a considerable length of time before the equip-
ment can be returned to you owing to the complicated
customs procedures required. If the equipment Is cov-
ered by warranty,repairs will be made and parts re-
placed free of charge, and the equipment will be
returned to you upon completion of servicing. If the
equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges
of the manufacture or of its representatives will apply.
Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner. If your
Pentax was purchased outside of the country where
you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period,
regular handling and servicing fees may be charged by
the manufacturer's representatives in that country.
Notwithstanding this, your Pentax returned to the
manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according
to this procedures and warranty policy.
in any case, however, shipping charges and customs
clearance fees are to be borne by the sender. To prove
the date of your purchase when required, please keep
the receipts or bills covering the purchase of your
equipment for at least a year. Before sending your
equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are
sending it to the manufacturer's authorized representa-
tives or their approved repair shops, unless you are
sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a
quotation for the service charge, and only after you ac-
cept the quoted service charge, instruct the service sta-
tion to proceed with the servicing.
This warranty policy does not apply to Pentax prod-
ucts purchased in the U.S.A. ОК. ог Canada. The local
warranty policies available from Pentax distributors
in those countries supersede this warranty policy.
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTIFI-CATION OR ANY OBLIGATION
ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURE.
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© Eyecup FD (p.14) 0
@ Diopter adjustment lever (p.14)
© Viewfinder eyepiece
© Viewfinder accessory groove (p.14)
O A, direct dial
O Shutter curtains
© Mode dial
O Film chamber
© Rewind shaft eo
E Film information window о
® DX-information pin (p.17) N
E Date back contacts
® Film guide
@ Take-up spool
® Back cover release pin
O Film leader end mark (p.17) ®
Ü Pressure plate
@ Back cover
® Panorama Mode Selector Switch (p.76)
D Tripod socket
D Sprocket (p.17)
@ Battery chamber cover (p.10) >
B Memory lock button (p.42) ® D D
e |
D IF button :
® Metering mode switch button (p.39) | EEN
D Exposure compensation button (p.61) _—V We ,
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