Pentax ZX-10 Autofocus SLR Camera Operating Manual

 OPERATING MANUAL
Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and
welcome to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus pho-
tography! This compact and light weight camera is an
autofocus SLR camera that offers higher levels of so-
phistication and performance. Incorporating a broad
range of advanced technologies and highly accurate
automation, this camera will perform superbly for the
most exacting photographer.
The major features of this camera are:
* Multi (3-point) autofocus system
* Smart picture mode
* Automatic on/off flash function with the built-in
flash popped up
The camera explaining in this operating manual features
the panorama function and data function.
Read this instruction manual carefully to get a full ex-
planation of operations before use.
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The names of the camera's working parts are listed on
the front and back flaps in this operating manual. Keep
the flaps unfolded for quick reference while reading this
manual.
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Lenses and accessories produced by other manu-
facturers are not made to our precise specifica-
tions and therefore may cause difficulties with, or
actual damage to, your Pentax camera. We do
not assume any responsibility or liability for diffi-
culties resulting from the use of lenses and ac-
cessories made by other manufacturers.
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS ||
8 Viewfinder eyepiece
9 Eyecup FH (p.45) |
O Panorama lever (p.50) e 9
@ Exposure compensation button (p.66)
© Film information window x
G Pressure plate
Q Back cover
O Film leader end mark (p.23)
@ Battery chamber cover screw
(p.14)
® Battery chamber cover (p.14)
& Sprocket (p.23)
E Tripod socket E
E DX-information pins (p.23)
E Film chamber
In any case, however, shipping charges and customs
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date of your purchase when required please keep the This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
. bill - h h { subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any in-
for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for terference received, including interference that may cause unde-
servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to sired operation.
the manufacturer's authorized representatives or their Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible
approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly or Somp lance could void the user's authority to operate the
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to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the This equipment has been tested and found comply with the limits
service charge, and only after you accept the quoted for a Class B digital device, pursuent to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
service charge, instruct the service station to proceed These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
with the servicing. harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate frequency energy and, if not in-
stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
The local warranty policies available from harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
Pentax distributors in some countries can su- no guarantes that interference will occur in a particular installa-
persede this warranty policy. Therefore, we tion. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to
recommend that you review the warranty card radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
. . . the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
supplied with your product at the time of pur- the interference by one or more of the following measures:
chase, or contact the PENTAX distributor in * Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
: Н - * Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
your country for more information and to re * Consult the dealer or an experienced radio.” TV technician for
ceive a copy of the warranty policy. help.
This Cless B digital apparatus mests all requirements of the
Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
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All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona
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against defects of material or workmanship for a 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 liquid dam-
age, mishandling, tampering, battery or chemical corro-
sion, operation contrary to operating instructions, or
modification by an unauthorized repair shop. The manu-
facturer or its authorized representatives shall not be li-
able for any repair or alterations except those made
with its written consent and shall not be liable for dam-
ages 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 manufacturer
or its representatives under all guarantees or warran-
ties, whether expressed or implied, is strictly limited to
the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided. No
refunds will be made on repairs by non-authorized
Pentax service facilities.
WARRANTY POLICY
Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period
Any Pentax which proves defective during the 12-
month warranty period should be returned
to the dealer from whom you purchased the equipment
or to the manufacturer. If there is no representatives 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
equipment can be returned to you owing to the compli-
cated customs procedures required. If the equipment IS
covered by warranty, repairs will be made and parts re-
placed free of charge, and the equipment will be re-
turned to you upon completion of servicing. If the
equipment is not covered by warranty, regular charges
of the manufacturer 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 procedure and warranty policy.
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Self-timer
Mirror -
Film Loading - -
Film Wind & Rewind
Exposure Meter
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Electronically-controlled type with delay time of 12 sec. Start by depressing of shutter release button,
Operation confirmation: By PCV beep tone. Cancelable after operation
Instant-return mirror with AF secondary mirror
Film advances automatically to 1st frame after back cover is closed, Film information window is provided
Auto wind “rewind by built-in motor, Consecutive or Single advance mode, Approx.2
frames” sec.(consecutive mode), Auto rewinding starts at end of roll, Film rewind completion of rewind-
ing is displayed on the LCD panel, Mid-roll rewind button will rewind film in mid-roll
TTL multi(6) -segment metering, Metering range from EVO to EV21 at ISO100 with 50mm f. 1.4 lens
Exposure Compensation: + 3EV in 0.5EV step increments
Flash
Flash sync
Power Source
Battery Exhaustion
Warning
Dimension and Weight
Date Model
Date mechanism
Imprinting mode
Power source -
Number of prints
Dimention and Weight
Supplied Accessories
Series-control, Retractable TTL Auto Flash (RTF). Guide number: 11 (150100 /m), Itlumination angle cov-
ers 28mm lens angle of view, Flash-sync-speed in the range from 1.100 sec. to a slower speed, Day-light-
sync flash, Slow-speed-sync flash, Contrast-control flash (ISO range = 25 - 400), Automatic flash function,
Red-eye reduction flash function
Hot shoe with X-contact with couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range = 25-800
Two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 or equivalent)
Battery exhaustion symbol [ CB] is lit (blinking when the shutter is locked: no indication on the right-hand
edge of the viewfinder.)
135.0mm(W)x90.5mm(H)x62.5mm(D) (5.3°x3.6°x2.5") 350g(12.3 ог) body only without batteries
Crystal quartz controlled LCD with digital clock, auto calendar up to 2019. Possible to print both standard
and panorama format picture. 7-segment, 6-digit liquid crystal digital display
year / month day, day ” month year, month “day.” year, day.” hour.” minute, and “------ “ (blank:
3V lithum battery (CR 2025 or equivalent)
-Approx. 5000
135.00mm{W)x90.5mm{H)x62.5mm(D) (5.3"x3.6"x25")365g( 12.902) body only with out batteries.
Hot Shoe Cover Fc, Release Socket Cap F, Camera Strap Fe, Eye Cup Fa, Finder Cap
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTIFICATION OR ANY OBLIGATION ON THE PART
OF THE MANUFACTURER.
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Туре — — — TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR with built-in TTL auto flash (RTF)
Format ———————24x36mm (approx. 13x36 in panorama format)
Usable Film —— 35mm perforated cartridge film. DX-coded film with 1SO 25-5000; ISO 6-6400 when manually set
Smart Picture Mode, Picture Mode (Green Operation Mode, Portrait Program Mode, Landscape Program
Mode, Close-up Program Mode, Action Program Mode), Shutter-Priority AE Mode, Aperture-Priority AE
Mode, Metered Manual Mode, Bulb Mode, TTL Flash Mode
Exposure Modes
Shutter ————Electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane shutter, Electromagnetic release,Speed range:(1) Auto
1/ 2000-30 sec.(stepless), (2) Manual 1/ 2000-30 sec.(3) Bulb, Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF
position.
Lens Mount — — Pentax Karz bayonet mount (K-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts and power contacts)
Compatible Lens Pentax Kar-, Kar-.Ka-, and K-mount lenses are usable. Autofocus is possible using AF Adapter with Ka-mount
lenses.
Autofocus System —TTL phase-matching multi(3-point) autofocus system, AF operational brightness range: EV-1 to 18(at ISO
100 with f71.4 lens), Focus lock available using shutter release button, Focus Mode: AF (predictive AF
provided), Manual [ MF ]
Power Zoom ——3-Speed Intelligent Power Zoom lens with built-in motor with FA zoom lens
Viewfinder — Ñ——Pentamirror finder, Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen, Field of view:92%, Magnification:0.77X(with
50mm lens at 09), Diopter: -1 diopter, Panorama format frame
Viewfinder Indication —Focus Information: In-focus (Green lamp [O] is lit), front or back focus signals and unable-to-focus indi-
cator (Green lamp blinks), Shutter speed indication, Aperture indication, Flash ready indication [ is lit,
Bar graph(exposure compensation) Over or Under exposure indication in Metered Manual Mode, [Bg] ex-
posure compensation indication, Green Operation Mode [ 68) , Portrait Program Mode [ FY]. Landscape
Program Mode [ 9]. Close-up Program Mode (3). Action Program Mode [ 6]
External LCD panel——[ M ] = Metered Manual Mode, [3] = Green Operation Mode, (Ü&]] = Portrait Program Mode, Aryl
Indication — Landscape Program Mode, [ (&]] = Close-up Program Mode, [(X)) = Action Program Mode, Shutter
speed indication, Aperture indication, [$] = Built-in flash ready indication, [2] = blinking slowly flash
recommended warning, [5] = blinks rapidly Inappropriate lens warning, [@®] = Red-eye reduction flash
mode, [ BI} 1 = Automatic flash function, ISO indication, [@___ ] = Film status information, [a] =
Battery exhaustion warning, Exposure counter, [em] = PCV signal indication, (B43 = Exposure compensa-
tion, Exposure compensation value
Symptoms
Causes
Remedies Reference
({] blinks in the viewfinder. | The subject is too close or difficult to | Focus manually by using the matte P.48
autofocus. field. `
The built-in flash does по! | The battery is dead. Replace the battery. P14
charge.
The power zoom system does | The lens is in the manual zoom mode. | Push the power zoom ring forward until P.32
not function.
the words [POWER ZOOM? appear.
The lens focuses when zoom-
ing.
The camera focuses automatically
when the power zoom operated.
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IV OTHERS
TROUBLESHOOTING
What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies.
Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items.
The subject is difficult to autofocus.
field.
Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference
The shutter does not release. | The main switch is [OFF] Turn ON the main switch. P.20
The low battery warning [EM] appears. | Replace the battery. P.14
The battery is improperly installed. Install the battery properly. P.14
The mode dial is set at [ISO SET]. — |S* the exposure compesation dial to| P71
Self-timer mode is being set. Cancel the self-timer mode. Р.44
The built-in flash is being charged. Wait until the flash is fully charged. P.38
Indicators do not appear on the | The main switch is [OFF]. Turn ON the main switch. P.20
LCD panel. No battery has been installed. Install the battery. P.14
The battery is improperly installed. Install the battery properly. P.14
The battery is dead. Replace the battery. P.14
The camera does not focus. AF frame is not placed over the subject. | Move the camera until the AF frame P.35
[= TJ] covers the subject.
The subject is too close. Increase the camera-to-subject dis- P.35
tance.
The focus mode is set to [MF]. Set the focus mode switch to [AF]. P.34
Focus manually by using the matte P.48
(19) INFRARED INDEX
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When infrared film and an "R2” or "O2" filter are used,
the focal point is different from that of ordinary film ex-
posed in visibie light. The autofocus system cannot
compensate for this difference automatically.
1. Focus on a subject as usual.
2. Set the focus mode switch to [ MF ] and turn
the focusing ring to the left by the distance
indicated on the infrared index.
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* As shown in the illustration, if 35 is read
from the zoom scale, adjust the distance
scale to 35 on the infrared index (red line).
* In the autofocus mode, the focus cannot compensate
for infrared pictures.
* To set the proper exposure level for infrared pictures,
refer to the instructions accompanying the film. The
Auto Exposure Mode does not give a correct expo-
sure. Use the Metered Manual Mode.
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(18) DEPTH OF FIELD
Zoom 35-80 mm f/4-5.6 lens focused at the distance of 2m with the lens focal length 35mm.
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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.
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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.
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(17) EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED
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Slow shutter speed
A correct exposure is established by a combination of
shutter speed and aperture setting according to the
subject brightness. There are many correct combina-
tions of shutter speed and aperture for a particular sub-
ject brightness. Different shutter speed and aperture
settings produce different effects.
Effect of Shutter Speed
The shutter speed determines the film exposure time, or
the length of time that light is allowed to strike the film.
the subject is moving the image will be blurred when
a slow shutter speed is used. It is possible to enhance
the effect of motion, (The movement of a wave or wa-
terfall) by intentionally using a slower speed. Choosing
a higher shutter speed will allow the image of a moving
subject to be frozen. A higher shutter speed also helps
prevent camera shake.
(16) CAMERA CASE
1 2
The soft case is available as an option and consists of a
front and a back cover.
1. Open the front case and place the camera
body in the back case.
2. Fasten the back case to the camera body by
tightening the fitting screw in the tripod
socket.
3. Attach the front case.
* Choose one of the front cases in accordance with the
table to the right.
* The back case Fc is the same back case indicated with
the Soft case S,M and L.
Front case comes in three sizes, S, M and L
Case
Applicable F, FA-lens
FS
20mm, 28mm, 50mm f1.4, f/1.7, Fish-
Eye Zoom 17-28mm, Zoom 35-80mm
24mm, Macro 50mm, 135mm, Zoom 28-
Р.М 70mm f,/4, Soft 85mm
85mm f, 1.4, Macro 100mm, Zoom 28-
FsL | 80mm, Zoom 28-105mm, Zoom 70-200mm,
F Zoom 80-200mm
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Notes on accessories
¢ “Auto Bellows A” cannot be used in combination with
the double cable release. When taking a vertical pho-
tograph, position the camera with the grip facing up-
ward.
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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(15) ACCESSORIES (OPTION)
A number of dedicated accessories are available for this
camera.
* Cable Switch F
À shutter release cord designed for use with the MZ-
10/ZX-10, MZ-5/ZX-5, Z-1P /PZ-1P, Z-70/PZ-70,
2-1 ‚”Р2-1, 2-20 /Р2-20, 2-10 //Р2-10.
* Magnifier Fs
A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central
area of the viewfinder.
* AF500FTZ
A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spotbeam
and large guide number of 50 in meters (ISO 100). It
features the slave sync flash function, multiple flash
burst, contrast-control flash, leading / trailing-curtain
flash mode.
* AF330FTZ
A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built-in AF spotbeam
and guide number of 33 in meters (ISO 100). It fea-
tures the contrast-control flash, leading. trailing-
curtain sync flash mode.
* Hot Shoe Adapter Fc, Extension Cord F5P and
Off-Camera-Shoe Adapter.
The adapters and cord which allow the AF240FT,
AF33OFTZ, AFA00FTZ 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 a non-
autofocus lens with a maximum aperture of f 72.8 or
larger.
* Macro Flash AF140C
A TTL macro flash unit with the guide numbers 14 in
meters (1SO 100).
* 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 is available in
sizes of 49mm, 52mm, 67mm and 77mm.
* AA-Battery Pack Fc
The battery pack which takes four AA batteries can
attach at the bottom of the camera, instead of using
the lithium batteries.
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Purpose
It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground
subject against a dimly-ht background by using the
flash to properly expose the foreground subject anda
slow-shutter-speed to expose the low light background.
How to set
With the Metered Manual Mode set
1. Depress the flash pop-up button to activate
the built-in flash.
2 Set the camera's exposure mode to the
Metered Manual Mode.
3. Select an appropriate shutter speed(slower
than 1,7100 of second) and aperture combi-
nation for a correct exposure.
4. Release the shutter.
(14) SLOW-SPEED-SYNC SHOOTING
How to set
With the Shutter-Priority AE Mode set
1.Set the camera's exposure mode to the
Shutter-Priority AE Mode.
2. Set the desired shutter speed.
e |f the aperture in the viewfinder and the LCD panel
blink, a correct exposure will not be obtained for the
background. Adjust the shutter speed until the blink-
ing stops.
3. Depress the flash-pop up button to activate
the built-in flash.
4. Release the shutter.
e In the slow-speed-sync shooting, use of a tripod IS rec-
ommended to prevent camera shake.
(13) DAYLIGHT-SYNC SHOOTING
With Daylight-Sync
Purpose
In daylight conditions, when a portrait picture is taken
with a person's face cast in shadow, discharging the
flash will eliminate the shadow.
Daylight-sync photography is obtained in the
same manner as the normal flash photography,
so you simply depress the shutter release but-
ton.
* |f the background is too bright, it may be overexposed.
* When taking a daylight-sync photograph in the Smart
Picture Mode or Picture Mode, the flash may not dis-
charge even if the flash is in the popped-up position.
Before shooting, confirm that | (F3 ; is not displayed
on the LCD panel.
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Overview of Flash Function
CAMERA FUNCTION TYPEA TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D TYPE E
After the flash is charged, the camera automatically
switches to the flash-sync speed. O O O О O
Automatic aperture setting in the Smart Picture
Mode, Picture Mode or Shutter-Priority AE Mode O O O O*1 O*1
Flash confirmation in the viewfinder O O
=— TTL auto flash O O O О*2
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Slow-speed sync in the Shutter-Priority AE Mode or
3 Metered Manual Mode O O O о O*3
> AF spotbeam O O
= Trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash ( * 4) * 5 O O
5 Contrast-control flash mode (+ 4) O
9 TYPE À : Built-in flash * 2. Only the AF200S, flash does not operate.
m TYPE B : AF500FTZ( * 6), AF330FTZ * 3. Only the Metered Manual Mode can be used.
>» TYPEC: AF400FTZ, AF240FT x 4. The shutter speed is 1,760 of second or slower.
© TYPED : AF400T, AF280T, AF200T, AFOSOC, * 5. Trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash combined with
= AF140C, AF200Sa TYPE Bor TYPE C flash.
TYPE E : AF200S, AF160, AF140, x 6. Multi-burst and slave-sync flash are possible.
Notes: Using other type of a flash
* 1. When using a Type D flash (except AF200S,) in Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera.
the MS (Manual Sync) or M (Manual) Mode or For the best results, use a Pentax dedicated flash unit.
when using a Type E flash, set the camera's expo-
sure mode to the Aperture-Priority AE Mode,
Metered Manual or Bulb. The Smart Picture Mode,
Picture Mode and Aperture-Priority AE Modes can-
not be used because the actual required aperture
value may change.
* When using the Three-Level Auto (red, green, and yel-
low settings) Mode, the aperture value is fixed as
shown in the table. When the flash is fully charged,
the shutter speed varies within the shutter speed
range of 1.7100 of second to a slower speed which
does not cause camera shake. The slowest shutter
speed varies according to the lens focal length. When
a non-autofocus lens is in use, the shutter speed will
be set to 1.7 100 of second.
AF200T AF280T AF400T
Red f2.8 f/4 f 4
Green 175.6 f. 8 f 8
Yellow f. 11
with ISO 100
Notes on Pentax dedicated flash units
When the built-in flash is used in combination with a
Pentax dedicated flash unit, if the trailing-shutter-
curtain-sync flash mode is set for the dedicated flash
unit, the built-in flash also operates in the trailing-
shutter-curtain-sync flash mode. Ensure that both flash
units are fully charged before releasing the shutter.
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 fight discharged
from two units.
1. Put the AF500FTZ or AF330FTZ in the
Contrast-Control Flash Mode. See the flash
connections on page 75.
2. Ensure that both flash units are fully charged
and then shoot.
* The ratio of the amount of flash light is 1 (built-in
flash) : 2 (dedicated flash unit).
* Do not combine an accessory with a different number
of contacts such as a "Hot Shoe Grip” as a malfunc-
tion may occur.
* In the Contrast-Control-Syne Flash Mode, the top
flash sync speed is 1,760 of second.
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Multi-burst flash with the Pentax dedicated
flash
When discharging more than 2 Pentax dedicated
flashes, make sure that they are of the same type, com-
bine the Type B with Type C or Type D with Type E.
Refer to the overview of Flash Function on page 78.
The Built-in flash can be operated with any type of
Pentax TTL dedicated flash unit.
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AF500FTZ and AF330FTZ
* These flash units feature a built-in infrared spotbeam
to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-
contrast conditions.
The auto zoom function will automatically adjust the
angle of discharge according to the lens focal length
only when an F or FA lens is in use.
e The AF500FTZ features a wireless slave-sync flash
function.
e The flash effective range appears on the LCD panel
only when an A, F, or FA lens is in use.
e Multiple flash burst on a single frame is possible with
the AF500FTZ,
e These flash units feature the contrast-control-sync
flash. See page 77 for more details.
e In the Smart Picture Mode, Picture Mode, Shutter-
Priority AE, or Aperture-Priority AE, the TTL Auto
Flash Mode will be set automatically even if the fiash
is set to the Manual Mode.
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 units.
AF240FT, AF400FTZ
e These flash units feature a built-in infrared spotbeam
to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-
contrast conditions.
e In the Smart Picture Mode, Picture Mode, Shutter-
Priority AE, or Aperture-Priority AE, the TTL Auto
Flash Mode will be set automatically even if the flash
unit is set to the Manual Mode.
e When the flash unit is charged and left unused for
about 5 minutes, the power will automatically switch
off to save battery power. Depressing the shutter re-
lease button halfway down will restart charging of the
flash unit.
AF200T, AF280T, and AF400T
e If the TTL Auto Mode is selected, these flash units can
be used for daylight-sync shooting, because the shut-
ter speed is adjusted according to the ambient bright-
ness. The slower shutter speed varies according to
the lens focal length. The shutter speed varies within
the shutter speed range of 1,100 second to a slower
speed which does not cause camera shake. However,
when a non-autofocus lens or the Action Program
Mode is in use, the shutter speed is set to 1,100 sec-
ond. The aperture value will also be fixed but will vary
depending on what ISO film is loaded.
(12) USING A PENTAX DEDICATED EXTERNAL FLASH
If the built-in flash is not powerful enough, a Pentax
dedicated external flash should be used.
Using the TTL Auto Flash Mode
1. Remove the hot shoe cover F. and attach a
Pentax dedicated flash unit.
2. Turn ON the flash.
3. Set the flash unit to the TTL Auto Mode.
4. Ensure that the flash is tully charged.
5. Proceed as if the built-in flash were being
used.
* When the flash is fully charged, the ready lamp on the
flash unit lights up. When the shutter release button is
depressed halfway down, [ $ | appears in the view-
finder indicating the flash is ready.
Using the built-in flash and the external flash si-
multaneously
An external flash cannot be used when the built-in flash
IS in its popped up position. When the built-in flash and
the external flash are used simultaneously, use the fol-
lowing optional accessories.
* Hot Shoe Adapter F;
To be attached to the hot shoe of the camera.
* Off-Camera Shoe Adapter F
To be attached to the Hot Shoe Bracket of the
External flash. A tripod can be installed at the bottom
of the Off-Camera Shoe Adapter
* Extension Cord F5P
Connection cord for the Hot Shoe Adapter F; and Off-
Camera Shoe Adapter.
HOTSHOE ADAPTER F.
OFF-CAMERA SHOE 57
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Adjusting the hour minute
1. Press the SELECT button @ to make the
hour, minute or second ( : ) you want to
change blink.
2. Change the data ( hour or minute ) with the
ADJUST button ©.
3. To change the second ( : ), press the SELECT
button 6 until ” : ” will blink. And press the
ADJUST button © in sync with a time signal
to set the second to zero.
à. Press the SELECT button € to stop the ad-
justed hour/ minute from blinking.
* The digit increases one each time you press the
ADJUST button. Holding the button for 2 to 3 sec-
onds will change the digits continuously.
Operational precautions
e The working temperature for data printing is 0-50°C.
e Use DX-coded films with 1SO rating from 25 - 1600.
e if high-speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 or faster
is used. the imprinted characters may blur.
e If film with 1SO rating of 60 or slower is used, the
printed characters may be dark or dim.
e If you release the shutter while the blinking data is
being corrected, the data cannot be imprinted.
(11) ADJUSTING THE DATA
If you purchased the DATE MODEL, read this section.
O DATE button
O SELECT button
O ADJUST button
Note:
Carefully press the button with the protrusion part of
the camera's strap clamp.
Do not press the buttons with an object having have a
sharp tip.
Adjusting the year - month ‘day
1.Press the SELECT button @ to make the
Year, month or day you want to change blink.
2. Change the date with the ADJUST button
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3. Press the SELECT button @ to stop the digit
from blinking, after you have changed the
date. The adjusted date has been entered.
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ton is depressed. Holding the button for about 2 to 3
seconds will change the digits continuously.
(10) INSTALLING THE BATTERY IN THE DATA BACK
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If you purchased the DATE MODEL, read this section.
Replace the battery when the data information on a pic-
ture or the LCD panel becomes weak or invisible.
The battery will last for approx. 3 years.
1. Ensure that a film is not loaded. then open
the back cover.
2_ Loosen the battery cover fixing screw with a
phillips head screwdriver, and then remove
the battery chamber cover.
3. Replace the old battery with a new battery
with the + side facing up.
A. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and
tighten the battery chamber fixing screw.
e If the data indication does not appear on the LCD
panel, it means that the battery has not been installed
properly or the battery voltage is too low.
e After the battery is replaced, adjust the data by the
following adjustment procedures described on the
next page.
e The data back uses one 3V lithium battery, type
CR2025.
(9) SETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLY
This camera automatically reads the film speed from 3. After the ISO is set, set the mode dial to any
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be changed. If you use a non-DX coded film, set the film
speed manually. * To change the ISO, turn the select switch to the left
for a smaller number (lower filrn speed, or right for a
How to set larger number (higher film speed).
1. Set the mode dial to [ISO SET). * The shutter cannot be released with the mode dial set
2. Move the select switch until the desired ISO at [ISO SET].
IS displayed on the LCD panel. ® [ ISO | IS displayed on the LCD panel when the film
speed is set manually.
COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH
[O = compatible X = incompatible because of vignetting]
Lens name Compatibility Lens name Compatibility
F Fish-Eye Zoom 17-28mm f/3.5-4.5 X FA20mm f/2.8 X
F Zoom 24-50mm f/4 A*1 FA*24mm f/2 X
FA Zoom 28-70mm f/4 O F or FA 28mm f/2.8 ©
FA*Zoom 28-70mm f/ 2.8 X F or FA 50mm f/1.4 O
=— FA Zoom 28-80mm f/ 3.5-4.7 O F or FA 50mm f/1.7 O
ve F Zoom 28-80mm f/ 3.5-4.5 A*2 FA*B5mm f/1.4 O
3 FA Zoom 28-105mm f/4-5.6 A *3 F or FA 135mm f/2.8 O
> F Zoom 35-70mm f/3.5-4.5 O FA*200mm 2.8 O
2 F Zoom 35-80mm f/4-5.6 O FA*300mm f/72.8 X
О F Zoom 35-105mm f/4-5.6 O F or FA*300mm f/4.5 X
9 F Zoom 35-135mm f/ 3.5-4.5 O F or FA*600Omm f/4 X
= FA Zoom 70-200mm f/4-5.6 O F or FA MACRO 50mm f/2.8 O
> F Zoom 70-210mm f/4-5.6 O F or FA MACRO 100mm f/2.8 O
9 FA*Zoom 80-200mm f/2.8 A*4 F or FA Soft 85mm f/2.8 O
mn F Zoom 80-200mm f/4.7-5.6 O
F Zoom 100-300mm f/4.5-5.6 O
FA Zoom 100-300mm f/ 4.5-5.6 O
F or FA* Zoom 250-600mm f 5.6 x
* 1 : Focal lengths between 28-50mm, vignetting will not occur But, inappropriate lens warning will appear at focal
lengths between 24-35mm.
* 2 : Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 28-35mm.
* 3 : Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 28-35mm. With the focal length set at 35mm, it will occur when
the camera-to-subject distance is closer than 1.5m.
x 4 : Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 80-90mm.
Calculating the flash effective distance accord-
ing to the camera-to-subject distance.
Maximum flash distance Guide Number + Selected
aperture
Minimum flash distance
5 x
Maximum flash distance +
When the distance to the subject is less than 0.7m
(2.3ft), the flash cannot be used. if the flash is used
within that distance. it causes vignetting in the picture
corners, light is distributed unevenly and the picture
may be overexposed.
* The value 5 used in the formula above was obtained
from the built-in flash.
The guide number (GN) depends upon the film speed
used as shown below.
15025 — GN5.5 ISO200 — GN15.6
ISO50 — GN78 150400 — GN22
150100 — GN11
If an ISO100 film is used at an aperture of f/ 2.8, the
flash effective distance is obtained as follows:
Guide Number (11) = 72.8 = 39m
3.9 — 5 = 6.8m
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Thus, the flash effective distance is from approx. 0.8m
to 3.9m.
Calculating the aperture according to the
camera-to-subject distance
Aperture = Guide Number — Camera-to-subject dis-
tance
If the calculated aperture value is different than an indi-
cated f-stop on the aperture ring, for instance 13,
choose the next smallest aperture пло питЬег (1,72 8
in this case).
Calculating the camera-to-subject distance in
the Shutter-Priority AE Mode
The camera-to-subject distance can be calculated using
the above mentioned formula. However, in the Shutter-
Priority AE Mode, the-camera-to-subject distance will
change depending on what aperture is set.
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When using the Smart Picture Mode or Picture
Mode
e The camera automatically chooses an optimum com-
bination of shutter speed and aperture according to
the subject brightness, allowing you to take a flash
photograph with ease.
e The shutter speed automatically changes to approxi-
mately 1/7 100 sec. or 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. When a Pentax non-AF lens is used, the cam-
era uses the shutter speed of 1/7 100 second.
When using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode
e Shutter speeds slower than 17100 of second can be
set.
e In this mode, the aperture automatically changes ac-
cording to the ambient brightness, making flash pho-
tography easy.
When using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode
e In this mode, the shutter speed automatically changes
with the ambient brightness, making flash photogra-
phy easy. The shutter speed changes in the range of
1,/100 sec. to a slower shutter speed which does not
cause camera shake. The slowest shutter speed de-
pends on the focal length of the lens in use. The shut-
ter speed of 1,/100 sec. is automatically set when a
Pentax non-autofocus lens is in use.
Metered Manual Mode
e When using the built-in flash in the Metered Manual
Mode, any combination of aperture and shutter
speed slower than 1,/100 can be set. In this mode,
the exposure of the background can be controlled by
the manual exposure while the flash properly exposes
the foreground subject.
(7) TURNING OFF THE AUDIBLE PCV SIGNAL
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How to cancel
Depress the multi-function button to erase
[ * ] from the LCD panel.
* Change the PCV Signal Mode only when the built-in
flash is retracted. If the PCV Signal Mode is switched
with the built-in flash popped up, the flash mode will
be changed.
* The audible PCV signal is not turned off when the Self-
Timer is in operation.
* To turn the audible PCV signal back on, depress the
multi-function button to make the |] appear on the
LCD panel.
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The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately
overexposure (brighten) or underexposure(darken) a
subject, or compensate for difficult lighting conditions
which may fool the camera's built-in exposure meter.
How to set
1. While holding down the exposure compensa-
tion button, move the select switch to the de-
sired compensation value.
2. The bar graph which indicates the compensa-
tion value and [MZ] appear in the viewfinder.
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Picture Mode, Metered Manual Mode and Bulb
Exposure Mode.
e The exposure compensation range is -3EV to +3EV in
O.5EV stops.
e Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates 0.5EV step.
However, when under or over exposure is set beyond
+2 or - 2 steps (2EV), the dot will blink.
How to cancel
Set the compensation value to [ 0 |. The exposure com-
pensation cannot be canceled even if the power is
turned OFF or any other exposure mode is set.
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ture ring.
* Up to approx. 8 hours of time exposure are possible
with a new lithium battery at room temperatures.
* When using this mode, use a steady tripod to
prevent camera shake and attach the op-
tional "Cable Switch F* after removing the
Release Socket Cap F.
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Purpose
This mode is useful for the long exposures required for
shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter re-
mains open as long as the shutter release button is held
down.
How to set
1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-
stop other than [ A].
2 Set the mode dial to [| Tv |.
3. Adjust the shutter speed to slower side by
moving the select switch until [Leu ] appears
on the LCD panel.
e [ M ] appears on the LCD pa
in the viewfinder to indicate that the Bulb Exposure
Mode is set.
e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down with an F and FA lens in use, the approximate
aperture will be displayed in the viewfinder. When
lenses other than an F or FA series are used, no aper-
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the select switch or lens aperture ring until
the dot is displayed in the center of the bar
graph in the viewfinder.
* When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, the shutter speed, approximate aperture and
bar graph will be displayed in the viewfinder. When
lenses other than an F or FA lens is used, no approxi-
mate aperture indication will appear in the viewfinder.
* Turn either the select switch or lens aperture ring until
the dot is displayed in the center of the bar graph.
When the dots are displayed to the [©] side on the
bar graph, it indicates overexposure and when the
dots are displayed to the ! © ] side, it indicates under-
exposure.
* Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates 0.5 step
(0.5EV). However, when under or over exposure is
set beyond + 2 or - 2 steps (2EV), [® or © in-
dicator will blink.
* When using a Pentax- A 50mm f 1.2 lens with the
lens aperture ring set other than the A position, the
center weighted metering mode will be set instead of
the multi-metering mode. As the exposure will come
out about 1 stop over, set the lens aperture ring to
A, or adjust the exposure deliberately 1 stop
under.
* Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, both shutter
speed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfinder as
a warning as shown. It means that the exposure is out
of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure
even if the aperture is adjusted. Select a darker subject
or use a flash if it is too dark.
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1.Set the lens aperture ring other than the
Purpose | [ A ] position.
The manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure 2. Set the mode dial to [ Tv ].
mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed
and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively « [ M ] appears on the LCD panel to indicate that the
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the select switch.
* When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, the shutter speed and aperture value will be dis-
played in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
* Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter speed
and aperture setting in the viewfinder blink. When the
subject is too bright, choose a faster shutter speed. If it
Is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. When the
shutter speed indication stops blinking, you can take
the picture. If both selected shutter speed and aperture
blink, it means that the exposure is out of metering
range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the
shutter speed is adjusted. Select a darker subject if the
subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.
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Purpose
When the desired shutter speed is selected, the appro-
priate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a
proper exposure according to the brightness of the sub-
ject. This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a
fast shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic
image with a slow shutter speed. For details on the ef-
fect of the shutter speed, see page 84.
How to set |
1. Set the lens aperture ring to[ A 1.
2. Set the mode dial to [ Tv |.
3. Set the desired f-stop.
* When an F or FA lens is used, an approximate aper-
ture indication will appear in the viewfinder when the
shutter release button is depressed halfway. When
lenses other than an F or FA series are used, no ap-
proximate aperture indication will appear in the view-
finder.
* When the Pentax-A 50mm f.. 1.2 lens is in use with
the lens aperture ring set at a position other than the
A |] position, the center-weighted metering mode will
be set instead of the multi-metering mode. As the ex-
posure will come out about 1 stop overexposed, set
the lens aperture ring to * A - or adjust the exposure
deliberately 1 stop under.
* Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, the selected shut-
ter 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, if available; when it is
too dark, choose a larger aperture, if available. When
the shutter speed indication stops blinking, you can
take the picture. If both shutter and aperture blink, it
means that the exposure is out of metering range, un-
able to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is
adjusted. Select a darker subject tf it is too bright, or
use a flash if it is too dark.
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Purpose
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 increased depth of field, or a portrait
against a blurred background. For details on the effect
of the aperture setting, see page 85.
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1. Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-
stop other than [ A ].
2. Set the mode dial to [FSD] or [ PICT J.
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— moving subject.
How to set
Set the mode dial to [ PICT |.
Move the select switch until | CJ ! superim-
poses on | K !.
* When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, BN is displayed in the viewfinder. The shutter
speed and aperture setting are also displayed in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
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This mode freezes the action and prevent blurred im-
ages. This mode is especially convenient for active pho-
tography. It 1s also suitable for portraits with blurred
background.
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This mode is useful for close-up photography.
This mode favors smaller apertures to maximize the
depth of field, ensuring sharp focus of a close-up sub-
ject.
How to set
Set the mode dial to [ PICT |.
Move the select switch until [ CJ ] superim-
poses on [+ |.
e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, { GA] is displayed in the viewfinder. The shut-
ter speed and aperture setting are also displayed in
the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
Landscape Program Mode a)
This mode is ideal for landscape photography and sce-
nic snapshots.
How to set
Set the mode dial to [ PICT ].
Move the select switch until [ (J ] superim-
poses on [ Ai),
* When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, PY is displayed in the viewfinder. The shutter
speed and aperture setting are also displayed in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
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This mode is suitable for taking portrait photography.
How to set
Set the mode dial to [ PICT J].
Move the select switch until [ [J ] superim-
poses on | 4 |.
e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, [ E $] is displayed in the viewfinder. The shut-
ter speed and aperture setting are also displayed in
the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
In this mode, the telephoto lens produces a portrait in
crisp focus against the out-of-focus background, while
the wide angle lens enables you to shoot group photog-
raphy or snapshots in sharp and clear focus with the ex-
tended depth-of-field.
* Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter speed
and aperture setting in the viewfinder will blink. If the
subject Is too bright, select a darker subject. Use a flash
If the subject is too dark.
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For easy picture taking, use the Green Operation Mode.
You simply depress the shutter release button. The
camera selects the best combination of aperture and
shutter speed setting.
How to set:
Set the mode dial to [ PICT ).
Move the select switch until [ TJ ] superim-
poses on [<>
* When the shutter release button is depressed half-
way, _ O: will be displayed in the viewfinder. The
shutter speed and aperture setting are also displayed
In the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
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The camera incorporates the Smart Picture Mode func-
tion. In this mode, the camera automa
of 5 picture modes depending on the focal length you
have set and the image magnification. You can also se-
lect your desired Picture Mode manually. The picture
mode has a total of 5 modes as follows. See details for
tically selects one
Green Operation — Portrait Program
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How to set
Set the lens aperture
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1. Set the mode dial to [ PICT 1.
2 To select the desired picture mode, move the
[ J ] superimposes on
the picture mode displayed on the LCD panel.
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NOTES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PANORAMA FORMAT PICTURES
* With panorama format pictures, only the middie area of the frame is exposed. The number of ex-
posures available in the panorama format is equivalent to that of the standard photo size.
* The development of panorama format pictures is a 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.
* When the panorama format pictures are printed with a standard size format, the black cropped areas will appear
at the top and bottom of the picture.
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If you purchased the camera with the pano-
rama function, read this section.
You can switch between the panorama format and
standard format picture taking mode in the middle of
the roll by moving the panorama lever. The panorama
format picture allows dynamic pictures to be taken (the
panorama format is approximately 13x36mm on the
film).
1. Turn the panorama lever to | ra 1 to select
the panorama format mode.
2. Compose the scene within the panorama for-
mat frame in the viewfinder.
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the viewfinder switches to the horizontal panorama
format frame.
e Ensure that the panorama lever is turned fully to the
position you selected.
e What appears on the extreme edges of the panorama
frame may be cut off in the development process.
Compose your picture with a margin of safety.
HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS
The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect.
Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size
of your subject, the autofocus system may not operate.
In such a case, set the focus mode switch to | MF ! and
use the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the
subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder
(see page 48).
Situations that may fool the autofocus system include:
a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall
in the autofocus frame 7].
b) Subjects which don't reflect much light in the
autofocus frame [ >].
c) Subjects which are moving too fast.
d) Multiple subjects in the foreground and background
of the autofocus frame C 7).
e) Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong
backlight or with extremely bright backgrounds.
Using a Polarizing Filter
When using an ordinary polarizing filter; the half mirror
Incorporated into the autofocus system reduces the ef-
fectiveness of the autofocus function when used in
combination with an ordinary polarizing filter. Use a
CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER for proper autofocus
operation.
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Notes on accessories
The following conditions do not allow autofocusing or
manual focusing with the in-focus indicator in the view-
finder. Use the manual focus mode to focus on the sub-
ject with the aid of the matte field surrounding the
autofocus frame.
a) When using special effect filters or “Magic Image
Attachment” or “Stereo Adapter”.
b) 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
(4.9ft), set the lens to a manual f-stop setting between
f- 2.8 and f.” 4.5. À smaller aperture (15.6 to f.”32)
may cause the autofocus system and the viewfinder's
in-focus indicator to malfunction. To remedy this prob-
lem, temporarily set the lens to 74.5. After focusing
on the subject, lock focus, and set the lens to the re-
quired f-stop,
* The FA Soft lens is not required above procedures.
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How to focus on the subject
1. Set the focus mode switch to [MF].
2 While looking through the viewfinder, turn
the focusing ring to the right or left until the
image in the viewfinder is clearest.
Using the snap-in focus function
When the subject comes to the point where the lens
was prefocused, the shutter is automatically released.
How to use
1. Use a non-autofocus lens.
2 Set the focus mode switch to [AF].
3. Focus at the point where you wish to capture the
subject.
4. Using the optional "Cable Switch F”, keep the trigger
release button depressed so that the autofocus and
metering systems stay active.
5. The camera releases the shutter automatically when
the subject comes into focus at the point selected.
When the autofocus mode or the in-focus indi-
cator is unsuitable for focusing
When the autofocus function or the viewfinder's in-
focus indicator [O] cannot be used for focus confirma-
tion for the following reasons, focus on the subject in
the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte field in
the viewfinder as you would with a non-AF SLR camera.
a) The in-focus indicator "O! blinks because the sub-
ject is difficult to autofocus.
b) The maximum aperture of the lens in use is smaller
than f 5.6.
¢) A bellows 100mm f 74, Shift 28mm f 73.5 (shifted),
or Reflex lens are in use.
d) An old type screw-mount lens fitted with an optional
"Mount Adapter K".
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Using a manual-focus lens
When mounting a non-autofous lens with a maximum
aperture of 175.6 or larger (f/ 1.2 to f/ 5.6), you can
use the manual focus mode to focus the lens with the
aid of the in-focus indicator [ O] in the viewfinder.
e When the subject comes into focus, the focus indica-
tor [OO] lights up in the viewfinder and an audible PCV
signal is heard. The audible PCV signal can be can-
celed. See page 67.
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How to focus
1. Set the focus mode switch to [MF].
2. While looking through the viewfinder, turn
the focusing ring to the right or left while
holding the shutter release button halfway
down.
3. When the subject comes into focus, the in-
focus indicator [O ] lights up in the view-
finder. Depress the shutter release button
fully to take the photograph.
e |f an old type screw-mount lens is used with an op-
tional Mount Adapter K, the in-focus indicator in the
viewfinder cannot be used.
2. Focus on the subject first using the
autofocus frame and by depressing the shut-
ter release button halfway down. Then de-
press the shutter release button fully.
* The shutter will be released about 12 seconds later.
* When the self-timer is in operation, the audible PCV
signal is heard and the rate increases for the last two
seconds.
How to cancel
To cancel the self-timer operation after it has been acti-
vated, move the drive mode switch to a position other
than [© }.
* Underexposure may occur if light enters the view-
finder during self-timer operation. If you intend to
move away from the viewfinder, attach the supplied
finder cap as shown in the illustration.
* When using accessories such as the finder cap, re-
move the Eyecup F.. The Eyecup F., comes from the
factory fitted to the camera's viewfinder accessory
grooves.
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1. Consecutive-Frame Mode
Consecutive pictures can be taken by holding down the
shutter release button.
How to set
Set the drive mode switch to [=].
e The camera focuses on the subject frame by frame in
this mode.
* The shutter cannot be released while the built-in flash
is being charged.
2. Self-Timer Mode
The self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and is
useful for taking group shots that include the photogra-
pher. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds
after the shutter release is depressed.
How to set
1. Set the drive mode switch to [0].
IL. ADVANCED OPERATIONS
Types of Drive Modes
Single-Frame Mode
(OI, : One picture is taken each time the shutter re-
lease button is depressed.
Consecutive-Frame Mode
Lalit} : Pictures can be taken consecutively while hold-
ing down the shutter release button. See page
44
Self-timer Mode
! ©) : À picture will be taken with a 12-second-delay.
See page 44.
(1) SELECTING A DRIVE MODE CEE
This camera has a total of three drive modes as shown.
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AUTOMATIC FLASH FUNCTION
This is a convenient built-in flash mode that the flash
discharges only when it is necessary even if the flash is
in the popped-up position.
How to set
1. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the
flash.
2. Depress the multi-function button until LE]
appears on the LCD panel.
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will only discharge when the subject is in a low light or
backlit condition.
e Depress the multi-function button with the built-in
flash in its popped up position. If the button is de-
pressed with the built-in flash in its retracted position,
the PCV audible beep mode will be switched on.
How to cancel
With the built-in flash in its popped up position, depress
the multi-function button until [EY] disappears on the
LCD panel.
* When the AF500FTZ is attached and the slave flash
function is in use, the Red-eye reduction flash func-
tion cannot be used as the slave flash is discharged
when the preflash of the built-in flash is discharged.
* When only a dedicated flash is in use and is dis-
charged, the red-eye reduction display from the LCD
panel 1s disregarded.
About Red-eye Phenomenon
Shooting portraits with flash in a dark environment
often causes a 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 of your subjects eye. It can be reduced by
taking the photo in a brighter light condition or by
shooting with a wider angle lens at a closer distance, or
by employing the red-eye reduction flash feature. When
using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the camera, it
may also help to position the flash as far away from the
camera as possible.
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Red-eye Reduction Flash Function
This camera includes a red-eye reduction flash function,
which reduces the red-eye phenomenon utilizing
preflash. In this mode, the preflash is discharged just
before the shutter is released which reduces the diame-
ter of the pupil of the eye. Then the main flash is dis-
charged while the pupils are smaller, which in turn
reduce the red-eye effect.
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How to set
1. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the
flash.
2. Depress the multi-function button until [e]
appears on the LCD panel.
How to cancel
With the built-in flash popped up, depress the multi-
function button until [ @®] disappears on LCD panel.
Inappropriate lens warning when the built-in
flash is used
When using an inappropriate F- or FA- lens, [ $” will
blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the
shutter release button is depressed halfway down. For
more details on COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA
LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH, see page
70.
* Taking a picture while this warning is displayed may
cause vignetting in the picture corners or semi-
circular vignetting at the bottom of the picture.
* When lenses other than an F or FA are used, this
warning will not appear.
Depress the multi-function button with the
built-in flash popped up
At each press of the multi-function button, the flash
mode on the LCD panel switches as shown in the chart.
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Automatic flash
When the built-in flash is retracted, depressing the
multi-function button switches the audible PCV signal
ON and OFF.
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2. 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.
* The shutter cannot be released until the flash is fully
charged.
e |f the built in flash is used continuously, the battery
may become warm, but it does not mean the battery
is faulty; it is one of the battery's characteristics.
e With the built-in flash poppep-up, an external flash
cannot be attached to the hot shoe. If you would like
to use an external flash together with the built-in
flash, see the flash connections on page 75.
Flash effective range for the Smart Picture
Mode and Picture Mode with ISO 100 (400)
film used
Maximum Lens Aperture Effective Range
approx. 0.8 - 3.9m (0.8- 5.6m)
114 26 - 12.8ft (2.6-18.4ft)
1/2 approx. 0.8 - 3.3m (0.8- 5.6m)
2.6 - 10.8ft (2.6-15.7ft)
approx. 0.7 - 28m (0.7- 4.0m)
1/28 2.3 - 9.2ft (2.3-13.1f1)
approx. 0.7 - 24m (0.7- 4.0m)
1/35,6/4.7 23-7.9ft (2.3-13.1f)
1/56 approx. 0.7 - 20m (0.7- 4.0m)
2.3 - 6.6ft_(2.3-13.1ft)
The effective range of the flash depends on the maxi-
mum aperture of the lens is in use.
A lens with a maximum aperture of f/ 1.4 is marked as
1:1.4 on its barrel.
e This effective range table is only applicable when the
exposure mode is set at the Smart Picture Mode or
Picture Mode. When any other exposure mode is
used, see page 69.
* The minimum effective range is always 0.7m (2.6ft)
even if a lens with a maximum aperture f/2.8 or
smaller is in use. When a subject is shot at a distance
closer than 0.7m (2.6ft), the correct exposure cannot
be obtained, and you will see vignetting in the picture
corners.
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The Flash-Recommended Indicator
If the built-in flash is recommended, the flash-
recommended indicator |g ] starts blinking in the view-
finder and on the LCD panel when the shutter release
button is depressed halfway down.
* In the Smart Picture Mode, Picture Mode and the
Aperture-Prionty AE Mode, the flash-recommended
indicator [ 3] blinks when you attempt to photograph
a subject in low light, or in a backlit situation. In the
Shutter-Priority AE Mode and Metered Manual Mode,
the flash-recommended indicator blinks only when at-
tempting to photograph a subject in a backlit situa-
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Using the built- -in flash
If | PY: is displayed on the LCD panel, it indicates that
the automatic flash function is set. Delete it from the
LCD panel. See page 42 for more details.
1. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the
flash.
* The built-in flash starts charging automatically. When
it is fully charged, [ $ ] appears on the LCD panel.
When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, [ 3 ] also appears in the viewfinder.
* When the built-in flash is used, using a lens hood is
NOT recommended as it may obstruct the path of the
light coming from the flash, causing vignetting in the
picture corners.
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3. To release the shutter, gently depress the
shutter release button fully.
* The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out of
focus.
» Depress the shutter release button halfway down.
While [O] is on, the camera-to-subject distance is
fixed (focus lock). To refocus on another subject, lift
your finger off the shutter release button.
e When using the SMC Pentax-F Soft 85mm f/2.8
lens, set the aperture between f/ 2.8 and f/ 4.5. See
page 49 for more details.
Predictive Autofocus Mode
When the camera senses subject movement during the
autofocus operation, the camera will automatically
switch the focus mode to the predictive autofocus
mode to measure the speed of a moving subject, and
predict where it will be at the moment of shutter release
to maintain sharp focus on the subject.
e |f the subject is moving too fast, the shutter may not
be released.
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(6) TAKING A PICTURE
Focus on the subject with the AF frame
[= 3] indicated in red in the photograph.
When the shutter release button is de-
pressed halfway down, the lens automatic-
ally focuses.
. When the subject is in focus, the focus indi-
cator [O] lights up and an audible PCV beep-
ing signal is emitted.
* As this camera incorporates the 3-point autofocus
system, the subject will be focused properly even if
the subject is slightly off the center of the AF frame.
* When the shutter release button is depressed halfway
down, the shutter speed and aperture setting are dis-
played in the viewfinder and the LCD panel.
* When the Smart Picture Mode is set, the camera auto-
matically selects one of 5 picture modes depending on
the focal length you have set and the magnification of
the image. The icon of the selected picture mode is
displayed in the viewfinder.
* When [ $ | blinks in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel, the use of the built-in flash is recommended.
For more details on the built-in flash, see page 37.
* The audible PCV signal can be turned OFF. See details
on page 67.
* During autofocus operation, the focusing ring should
not be obstructed with your fingers, hands, or any
other object.
The focus indicator [ O | blinks when the cam-
era is not able to obtain proper focus for one of
the following reasons.
1. The subject is too close. Adjust the camera-to-
subject distance.
2. The subject is difficult to autofocus. See "HARD-TO-
AUTOFOCUS" subject on page 49.
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Set the focus mode switch to [ AF].
e For autofocus operation, set the focus mode switch to
[AF].
When you depress the shutter release button halfway
down, the lens automatically focuses.
* See page 46 for manual focusing.
(4) HOLDING THE CAMERA
Camera held horizontally
For best results, be sure to hold the camera cor-
rectly as shown in the illustrations.
Hold the camera firmly, with your left hand supporting
the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations.
While taking a picture, hold your breath and gently de-
press the shutter release button. Sudden force on the
shutter release button will cause camera shake, making
the picture blurred.
Camera held vertically
* To reduce camera shake, support your body or the
camera on a solid object - a table, tree, or a wall for in-
stance.
* When using an ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is
heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is
recommended to avoid camera shake.
* Although there are individual differences among pho-
tographers, in general the shutter speed for a hand
held camera 1s the inverse of the focal length. For ex-
ample, 1/50 of second when the focal length is
50mm, and 17 100mm of second when it is 100mm.
A tripod should be used for shutter speeds slower
than this.
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Using the Power Zoom Function
1. Push the power zoom ring forward until the
words [POWER ZOOM] appear beneath the
power zoom ring.
2. Turning the power zoom ring to the right
makes the subject larger (telephoto) and
turning it to the left makes the subject
smaller (wide angle). To stop zooming, re-
lease the power zoom ring.
e If a power zoom lens is attached, three zooming
speeds are available. Turning the power zoom ring
fully to the right or left zooms the lens quickly. Turning
it slightly gives you slow operation. At an intermediate
position, the lens zooms at medium speed.
e Zooming the lens with the power zoom function auto-
matically focuses the lens on the subject. However,
for final focusing, depress the shutter release button
halfway down to focus the subject.
e When the main switch is set to [ OFF ] while a
Pentax-FA zoom lens equipped with the power zoom
function is in use, the lens automatically retracts to its
shortest physical length.
An FA zoom lens without
the power supply contacts
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Turning the zoom ring to the right makes the
subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it
to the left makes the subject appear smaller
(wide angle).
* Using the manual zoom function with an FA
zoom lens attached
Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body until
the wards [POWER ZOOM] are hidden.
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(3) USING ZOOM LENSES
Using the zoom function makes the subject ap-
pear larger (telephoto) or smaller (wide angle)
in the viewfinder. Turn the zoom ring to the de-
sired position and depress the shutter release
button to take a picture.
e The smaller the number shown in the zoom scale win-
dow, the wider the angle. Conversely, the larger the
number, the more magnified the image appears.
e In the Smart Picture Mode, the picture mode varies
automatically according to the focal length you have
set.
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* One picture is taken each time the shutter release but-
ton is depressed.
* See page 43 for other available function.
Set the drive mode switch to the [1] position.
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2. Set the mode dial to the [ŒICD ] position.
e The selected picture mode is displayed in the view-
finder. [J] is displayed on the LCD panel to indicate
that the Smart Picture Mode is set.
e The Smart Picture Mode operates only when an FA or
F lens is attached. The Green Operation Mode oper-
ates only with an A-lens attached.
* See page 60 to 65 for any other exposure mode.
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Purpose
This Smart Picture Mode allows you to take pictures by
simply depressing the shutter release button. In this
mode, the camera automatically analyzes the camera-
to-subject distance and the magnification of the image
in the viewfinder, and it then selects one of 5 picture
modes according to the requirement of the scene. See
page 52 for the Picture Modes.
How to set
1. Turn the lens aperture ring to the | A | posi-
tion as shown in the illustration.
* To move the lens aperture ring to the | A * position,
turn the aperture ring while holding down the
aperture-A lock button on the lens. The lens aperture
ring can be released from the | A ] position in the
same manner,
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3. Open the back cover and remove the film.
* A roll of 24-exposure film takes about 13 seconds to
rewind.
* Before opening the back cover, check that [ Q } is
blinking.
e The shutter may be released a frame or more after the
specified number of frames have been used as indi-
cated by the number of frames on the film cartridge.
However, those extra frames may be lost in process-
ing. When you take important pictures, rewind the
film when the film reaches the number of frames indi-
cated on the film cartridge.
x Rewinding a film in mid-roll
If you wish to unload the film before exposing all the
frames, use this function.
Set the main switch to the ON position, and
then depress the mid-roil rewind button by
using the protruding part of the strap clamp.
e Do not depress the button with an object having a
sharp tip.
e Before opening the back cover, check that [ @ ] is
blinking.
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1. The film automatically rewinds at the end of
the roll.
* During rewinding, [-——: blinks on the LCD panel, in-
dicating that the film is being rewound, the exposure
counter counts frame numbers in reverse.
* Never open the back cover until the whole film roll is
completely rewound.
* When removing the film from the camera, protect it
from exposure to direct sun light.
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2. When the film is fully rewound, only [ @ ]
blinks on the LCD panel.
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5. Close the back cover and set the main switch
to [ ON ]. The film automatically advances to
the first frame.
e |f the film is not loaded
properly, (@__E ] on
the LCD panel blinks,
indicating that the film
is not loaded properly.
Open the back cover
and load the film once
again.
se Check that [§ ] and [@___] are displayed on the LCD
panel.
e The film counter indication advances one each time
the shutter is released.
3. As shown in the illustration, pull the film
leader out only far enough to reach the take
-up spool.
THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINE-
PRECISION MATERIAL. DO NOT TOUCH THEM
WITH YOUR FINGERS OR ANY OTHER
OBJECT WHILE LOADING FILM.
* If you have pulled out too much film, push it back into
the cartridge to reduce the slack.
* The DX information pins in the film chamber are used
to read film speed. Keep them clean and free from
scratches. To remove smudges, wipe them gently
with a soft, dry cloth.
4. Align the film leader with the film leader end
mark @ as shown.
* Make sure that the film leader is positioned under the
film retainer @ as shown in the illustration.
Make sure that the film perforations properly engage
on the sprocket tooth ® .
* If the end of the film leader is extremely bent,
straighten it or cut off the bent portion.
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We suggest that you first operate the camera
with no film loaded to become familiar with its
operations.
Automatic film speed setting
This camera is designed to use DX-coded films
with 1SO ratings from 25 to 5000.
e When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is
automatically set for the camera. If you use a non-DX
coded film, you can set the film speed manually. See
page 71.
e Before loading film for the first time after purchase,
open the back cover and remove the protective card.
DO NOT TOUCH THE SHUTTER CURTAINS.
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(7) FILM LOADING
1. To open the back cover, slide the back cover
release lever in the direction of the arrow.
2 Place the film cartridge in the film chamber
as shown in the illustration.
» Always load and unload film in the shade or by using
your body to shade the camera.
(6) USING THE DATA BACK
If you purchased the DATE model, read this
section.
The DATE model records data information on your pho-
tographs clearly on each frame that you expose.
At each press of the DATE button as shown in the illus-
tration, the mode on the LCD panel of the Data Back
switches as indicated in the chart.
* [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month".
* As shutter is released, the bar mark [= in the display
blinks for a few seconds that the data has been im-
printed.
VAS Month Day
Day Hour
Minute
Day Month И
Мо data ————— Month Day Year
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* If there is a white or yellow object in the corner of the
picture where the data is imprinting, the data may be
difficult to read. When composing your photograph,
try to avoid brightly-colored subject in that corner.
* To adjust the data, see page 73.
* The dating unit automatically switches the imprint
mode between the standard and panorama according
to the format selected.
* The data back operates on a 3V lithium battery. If the
data imprinted on the picture or the data displayed on
the LCD panel become weak or Invisible, the battery
may need replacing. To replace the battery see page
72.
* See page 73 for more details.
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22009) (4) OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON
The shutter release button has two positions.
Depressing it down halfway (first position)
turns on the exposure meter and autofocus sys-
tem. Depressing it fully (second position) re-
leases the shutter. When taking a picture,
depress the shutter release button gently to
prevent camera shake. |
e Before loading a roll of film, slowly depress the shutter
release button to learn where the first position is.
e The LCD indication stays on for about 10 seconds
after the button is released from the halfway position.
Depressing the shutter release button down halfway
keeps the LCD indicator on.
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Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully
down down
(first position) (second position)
(5) TURNING ON THE POWER
1.The power is turned ON when the main
switch is moved to the right.
2.The power is turned OFF when the main
switch is moved to the left.
e When not in use, ensure that the main switch Issetto
the OFF position.
3. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the
tabs on both sides in the direction of the
arrow.
* We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages
resulting from the use of lenses made by other manu-
facturers.
* The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens in-
formation contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or
corrosion may 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 de-
pressing the lens-lock-release button.
* To protect the contacts and AF coupler of the lens
against damage after removal, be sure to set the lens
down with the mount side facing upward.
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(3) ATTACHING THE LENS
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1. Remove the body mount cap @ and rear lens 2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens
cap @ as shown in the illustration. mount, attach the lens to the camera body,
and turn it fully to the right until you hear a
* The body mount cap is designed to protect the cam- click.
era against scratches and dust at the factory. For stor-
age, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K” is e Ensure that the camera's main switch is in the [OFF]
available. position before attaching an FA zoom lens to prevent
unexpected operation of the lens.
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* Low Battery Warning
When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the battery
symbol CB] appears on the LCD panel to warn you.
Replace the batteries as soon as possible. See page 14
for replacing the batteries.
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* When the low battery warning [ € | starts blinking,
the shutter cannot be released and all indicators in the
viewfinder disappear. Replace the battery as soon as
possible. See page 14 for replacing the batteries.
* Replace two batteries at the same time. Do not mix
battery brands, type or an old battery with a new one.
It may cause explosion or overheating.
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Battery Life (using 24-exposure film rolls)
General existing light photography | about 120 rolls
Flash photography
(using flash 50% of the times)
Flash photography
(using flash 100% of the times) about 12 rolls
Bulb exposure time about 8 hours
about 20 rolls
CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing condi-
tions. Actual battery life and performance may vary
drastically depending on usage of Autofocus, Power
zoom and external conditions such as temperature and
freshness of the battery.
4. Slide the main switch to the ON position and
check that the LCD panel shows the informa-
tion as shown above.
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« The LCD display as shown above is given as an exam-
ple and may be different if a lens is attached.
3 e When the batteries are replaced, all camera settings
remain unchanged except the audible PCV signal
switching, red-eye reduction flash function, exposure
compensation and automatic flash function of the
built-in flash.
+ The optional "AA-Battery Pack Fc” is also available for
this camera instead of using the lithium batteries.
3. Turn the battery chamber cover screw in the
direction of the arrow to lock it securely.
(NOILVHYd3ÿd) NOILVH3dO DISVE |
(2) LOADING THE BATTERIES
1. Open the battery chamber cover by using a 2.Load two 3V lithium batteries (CR2) or
coin, etc. as shown in the illustration. equivalent as shown in the illustration.
(NOILVHVd3Hd) NOILVH3dO JISVE |
I. BASIC OPERATION
(PREPARATION)
(NOILVHVd3dd) NOILYY3dO JISVE |
Fit the strap on the camera as illustrated.
e There is a pocket on the strap so you can store the
finder cap, release socket cover, hot shoe cover or any
other small accessory as illustrated.
BNEDHOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL
This manual is organized into the following sections, allowing you to optimize the use of the camera:
II. ADVANCED OPERATIONS
1. BASIC OPERATION
Page 43 - 87
(PREPARATION) Page 13 - 26
IV. OTHER INFORMATION
Il. BASIC OPERATION
Page 88 - 96
(SHOOTING) Page 27 - 42
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this new camera as soon as possible, read section 1 and Il, "BASIC
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OPERATION (PREPARATION)” and "BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING).”
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ll and section IV.
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CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES НН
Function Lens FA lens F lens A lens M lens S lens
[Mount type] [Kar] [Kar] [Ka] [K] [Screw]
Autofocus (Lensonly) ~~ | Col O xX o X 5
(Lens with AF Adapter 1.7X) - - O1 DL 1 x
3-point autofocus © © x x x
Manual focus (with FI) * 2 3 AB Ox3 | O+*3 XX
(with Matte field) O с O e C
Power zoom (0x4 x x x x
Image size tracking x X X x x
Zoom clip X X X X X
Auto zoom effect X X X x x
Picture Mode O5 — *5 O x X
Smart Picture Mode o, o х * 6 x X
Aperture-Priority AE O O © (D O
Shutter-Priority AE Ox5 ©) * 5 O x x
Manual Exposure © © O © O
Programmed TTL Auto Flash © с O x X
TTL Auto Flash © O O © e
Multi(6)-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 72.8 or larger. (See AF Ada
* 2. Manual focusing using the focus indicator (FD (O) in the viewtin
* 3. Lenses with a maximum aperture of f 5.6 or larger.
* 4. Pentax-FA zoom lenses with the
power zoom contacts only
* 5. Exception of Pentax-F and FA Soft 85mm. 12.8.
* 6. Green Operation Mode only
* 7. The center-weighted metering
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pter operating manual.)
10 CAMERAS AND LENS MOUNTS
Lens Mount and Camera Body Compatibility Chart
Mount Type Lens Type Camera Model
(A) Kar--mount Pentax-FA lens MZ-10,/ZX-10,M2-5,/ZX-5,Z-1+ /PZ-1:,2-1 /PZ-1,
Z-10/P7-10,7-20/ P7Z-20,2-70/ PZ-70
(B) Kar-mount Pentax-F lens SFX. / SF1n, SF7/7SF10, SFX/ SF-1
(C) K, mount © Pentax-A lens Super-A / Super Ргодгат, РЗО, /”РЗд,
P30;
(D) K-mount Pentax-M lens LX,K1000
and Pentax lens
(E) Screw mount SMC TAKUMAR lens ESILSP
(A) through (D): basic K-mount (bayonet) lenses.
(A) and (B): autofocus lenses.
(C) through (E): non-AF (manual-focus) lenses.
(E): A screw mount lens can be fitted to the camera (A) through (D) with the optional
Pentax "Mount Adapter K”.
(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- K-Mount Lens Compatibility
tacts as follows:
Kar:-Mount lens
* Power supply contacts
* AF coupler Kar-mount lens
Power supply contacts e Lens information * AF coupler [e une lens
* AF coupler e Lens-information| ™* |
Р contacts Lens-information
e Lens-information contacts contacts contacts K-mount lens
7. Selecting the Autofocus Mode
Open the back cover, insert a roll of film, align the end Set the focus mode switch to | AF .. (See page 34.)
of the film leader with the red mark, and close the back
cover. The film should advance to the first frame auto-
matically. (See page 22.)
8. Composing the scene with the zoom ring 9. Focus on the subject and shoot
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While looking through the viewfinder, turn the zoom Focus [C 3] on the subject. Depress the shutter re-
ring to the right or left until you obtain the desired com- lease button fully to take a photo. (See page 35.)
position. (See page 30.)
ED EASY TO USE (For beginners)
1. Loading the batteries 2. Attaching the lens
Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin. Load Align the red indexes on the lens and camera. Turn the
two batteries (CR2 type) according to the markings lens to the right until it seats with a click. (See page
(+,—) on the battery chamber cover. (See page 14.) 18.)
3. Positioning the aperture ring 4. Setting the mode dial 5.Turning on the power
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While holding down the aperture- Set the mode dial to [(FICD ] . (See Slide the main switch to [ ON |.
A-lock button, turn the lens aper- page 28.). The Smart Picture (See page 20.)
ture ring to the { À | position. Mode will be set. |
(See page 27.)
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VIEWFINDER INDICATION
MULTI (6)-SEGMENT METERING
This camera incorporates high-precision six-segment
TTL metering system. Light values are measured in six
segments within the image field, enabling an optional
[ _] exposure to be made under a variety of lighting condi-
tions. With conventional averaged metering systems,
underexposure of the subject results from the bright-
ness of the background affecting the overall metering.
With muiti(6)-segment metering, the camera records
the brightness in six zones within the image field and
will properly expose the subject. The multi (6)-segment
: 3-point AF frame (p.35) metering system also calculates exposure values for a
scene to automatically compensate for high-contrast
and other difficult lighting conditions. Even a beginner
: Aperture value can achieve results with ease.
: Green Operation Mode (p.53)
: Portrait Operation Mode (p.54) Z
: Landscape Program Mode (p.55)
: Close-up Program Mode (p.56)
: Action Program Mode (p.57)
: Flash status information (p.37,39) uy
: In-Focus indicator (p.35)
: Exposure compensation (p.66)
: Shutter speed
* When the format is switched to panorama, the view-
: Bar graph (p.62,66) finder switches to the horizontal panorama format
frame. For details on panorama format picture taking,
see page 50.
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LCD PANEL INDICATION
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- Metered Manual Mode (p.62)
: Green Operation Mode(p.53)
- Portrait Program Mode (p.54)
: Landscape Program Mode (p.55)
- Close-up Program Mode (p.56)
- Action Program Mode (p.57)
- Flash information (p.37,39)
- Red-eye reduction flash indication (p.40)
- Automatic flash function information (p.42)
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All indications will not actually appear simul-
taneously as shown.
ISO - Manual-set film speed (p.71)
Tv 8860 - Shutter speed
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. Battery exhaustion warning (p.17)
: Aperture value
: Exposure compensation (p.66)
mi) - Audible PCV signal (p.67)
QQ... - Film status information (p.24,25)
8.8 - Exposure counter (p.24) and Exposure
compensation value (p.66)
LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display)
When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures over ap-
proximately 60°C, it may blacken, but when the tem-
perature normalizes, it should return to normal.
lli ADVANCED OPERATION -----.----........ 43-87
Selecting a Drive Mode e errvonocranarcermaaaconaradenrro 43
* Consecutive Frame Mode ----:----........... 44
e Self-Timer Mode еее. 44
Manual focusing *eneveoiocasatírmanocrnanaudreaanmaonoaaa 46
* Using the snap-in focus function ------------ 48
Taking a panorama format picture ----------..... 50
Using the Picture Mode »oorvanoterronmaseeraocanmrearaaoo 52
* Green Operation Mode--.<.--->>.--.............. 53
* Portrait Program Mode ---............... 54
* Landscape Program Mode ------+=-...e........ 55
e Close-up Program Mode ::—----"----............ 56
e Action Program Mode -----..-........ecrescare. 57
Selecting an Exposure Mode -+...--><............... 58
* Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode ------ 58
* Using the Shutter-Priority AE Mode --------- 60
* Using the Metered Manual Mode -:---------- 62
e Bulb Exposure Mode rer 64
About Exposure Compensation -+----------......... 66
Turning off the audible PCV signal ----------..-.. 67
Advanced operation for the Built-in Retractable
Flash (RTF) Bed etme thera ea strana srr an ata ranean 68
* Compatibility of F and FA lenses with the
built-in flash Settee tes tbat treed ere anne, 70
Setting the film speed (ISO) manually --------- 71
Installing the battery in the Data Back --------- 72
Adjusting the data on the Data Back -----------. 73
Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash ------ 75
* Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Photography 77
Daylight-sync shooting EE 79
Slow-speed-sync shooting nocacroovaricaariranouomeaoa 80
ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) -------.-............ 81
Camera case -----..-ree200rnireirene ci e ea 83
Effects of aperture and shutter speed: ----------- 84
Depth of field:---------.........e.ec0000riee e ene 86
The infrared index'----<".......................... 87
IV. OTHER SARA EEE 88-96
Troubleshooting ---<>"<<.................…....…... 88
Specifications + RER RER AG 90
Program lines Peenaseobacacrreractonasasenrovrxvadas, ranas 92
Warranty policy *aneoesenvecorcamarroonereenaarzoearonocare 94
Names of working parts PA EEE Flaps
Safe use of your camera + Inside cover
Precautions for your camera ‘0e een
Precautions for battery RAA AAA AAA PAPE EEE 2
Practical shooting guide enaciscocanssoaavarciracantTeDOe. 3
Table of contents ‘<<< 4
LCD panel indication ar nacu sas 1em0 0 a seven ue 00002030 A0 6
Viewfinder indication ‘+--<<"#"<-<<# ecouerenene. 7
e Multi (6) - segment metering ‘+ 7
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Camera and lens mount -<**eererereeeneereceerartes 1 O
Camera functions available with various lenses
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How to use this operating manual + 12
Attaching the camera strap aura a asus 04660000 8 1 3
Loading the batteries css mess sr AAR E EE AEE ATES re 1 4
e When the battery is exhausted ‘>< 17
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Attaching the lens ‘<<< 18
Operating the shutter release button +77 7" 20
Turning on the ромуег «еее 20
Using the Data Back ent 21
Film loading onccsooncccrosanrariarromaconmrarceraeacrcorea 22
Unloading film corevrrrerrnee nesses 25
e Rewinding a film in mid-roll +=" 26
II BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) -:----- 27-42
Using the Smart Picture Mode ©" 27
Setting the Single-Frame Drive Mode ‘<<< 29
Using zoom lenses ++ rer rer en H rennen Hrn 30
Holding the Camera ‘<> )оот: Mencocooaarorocacorres 33
Selecting the Autofocus Mode ‘>< 34
Taking a picture RAA AAA EEE EE EE 35
Basic operation of the Built-in Retractable TTL
Flash (RTF) “+c0cecceeeceeee ec tete nec recettes eee 37
e Red-eye Reduction Flash Function + 40
e Automatic flash function: еееетт: 42
PRACTICAL SHOOTING GUIDE
Focusing
Changing the in-focus range. --<—<--<. p.58
3 Flash photography
Taking a picture in low light situations. <-+----------.- p.37
Minimized the red-eye effect -------:----=====--...... p.40
Automatic Flash Functions. <<<. p.42
Taking a picture in a roomy place such as a church
or reception hall. ererrevrorivacaroreremunroooerncaleanitvnoeaaoan ea p.75 ;
Taking a portrait when the subject is in the shade. p.79
Taking a picture of people with night scenery in
the background. Homureconenmctoconrormynyebamatóvrtmnavneonarasado p.80
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Zooming the lens — --
Making a subject larger or smaller.
Cal Exposure modes --- -- -
| Taking a picture with the desired exposure setting.
. main subject in the shadow.
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Taking a picture in strong backlit situations with the
Taking pictures of people in
various situations
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Putting yourself into à picture. --<…-<<<.. p.44 ,
Taking a group photograph.………<<<<..... p.54
Taking a portrait photograph. +++. p.54
Taking a picture in strong backlit situations with the
main subject in the shade. --<…--<""<-.<... p.79
Taking a picture of people with night scenery in
the background. A EE PN ear tL bE aN dA aed aay p.80
Landscape photography
Taking a picture of night scenery. -----=----====-.ve.e.... p.64
Taking a picture of people with night scenery. ----- p.80
? Others
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Imprinting the data on a picture. ---:----+-==...er...... p.21
Taking consecutive pictures of a moving subject. p.44
Taking a horizontally dynamic panorama picture. --‘p.50
Taking a picture of a moving Subject. -------.--..... p.36,57
Taking a close-up picture.---w<<<<-<<<-<<..ereuees p.56
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PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY
Other precautions
e The temperature range at which this camera
functions properly is 50°C to -10°C (1 22°F to 14
°F).
e A camera which has been submerged in water
usually cannot be repaired. If such an accident
should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax
Service Center immediately.
To maintain optimum performance, it is recom-
mended that the camera be inspected every one
or two years. If the camera has not been used for
an extended period, or is being prepared for an im-
portant photographic session, it is recommended
that you have the camera inspected or test shoot
with it.
Repairs deemed necessary due to usage of this
product in an industrial or commercial application
may not be covered under the terms of the
Pentax warranty.
The PENTAX warranty provides only for the re-
pair of defects in materials or workmanship.
Damage of any kind cannot be repaired at no
charge under the terms of the warranty. If the dif-
ficulty is caused as a direct result of the product
being used in conditions as outlined in the
“Precautions for Your Camera” section or any
other operation contrary to the instructions out-
lined in this manual, charges will be assessed and
a repair quotation will be provided.
e Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type).
« Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as
leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. The battery
should be inserted with the “+” and "-” sides fac-
ing correctly.
e Battery performance may be temporarily hindered
in low temperatures, but will recover in normal
temperatures.
e Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement
convenience when shooting outdoors or while
traveling.
e | the built-in flash is used continuously, the bat-
tery may become warm, but it does not mean that
the battery is faulty; it is one of the battery's char-
acteristics.
Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not
mix battery brands, type or an old battery with a
new one. It may cause explosion or overheating.
PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA «ШВ
Your Pentax camera is a high-precision
mechanism. Handle it with great care.
Precautions when taking pictures
* Do not use the camera where it may come in con-
tact with rain, water, or any other liquid, because
the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant.
Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing
water, or any other liquid wipe :t off immediately
with a dry soft cloth.
Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid ob-
lects. If the camera suffers a shock or Impact, take
it to a Pentax service center for Inspection.
Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibra-
tions, 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 cam-
era may be extremely harmful to the camera mecha-
nism as it may cause rust. Furthermore, if the
camera is taken from warm temperature to a sub-
freezing one or vice versa, the formation of icelets
may cause damage. In such a case, put the camera
Into a case or plastic bag so that any changes in
temperature difference is minimized. Do not remove
it from the bag until temperature has stabilized.
Regular size color prints may cut off what appears
on the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose
your picture with a margin of safety at the edges.
Precautions for storage
* Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in
places where the humidity and temperature are very
high, such as in a car.
* Do not store the camera in a closet with mothballs
or in an area where chemicals are handled. Store it
In a place with good dry air circulation to prevent
the growth of fungus.
Precautions for proper care
* Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your
finger or any other object.
* Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accu-
mulated on the lens or viewfinder.
* Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or
benzene to clean the camera.
* Electrical problems may often be caused by water,
dirt or dust at points of electrical contact. Also
check for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease,
or corrosion due to salinity or gas. If you cannot cor-
rect the problems, have your camera Inspected at a
Pentax service center. Repairs of this nature are not
covered under the terms of the warranty and
charges may be assessed.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA
Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow
precautions given on this page.
A WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in
serious injury to the operator.
A CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in
minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to the equipment.
/N\ WARNING
e The electronic circuits inside the camera contain
high voltage working parts. Never attempt to disas-
semble the camera yourself.
* Never touch internal parts of the camera if they be-
come exposed from dropping the camera or for
some other reason, as there is danger of an electric
shock.
« Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous.
Make sure that small children do not get the strap
caught around their neck.
* Do not look directly at the sun through the camera,
as viewing the sun for may damage your eyes,
and/or parts of the camera. |
e Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of chil-
dren. Seek medical assistance immediately if acci-
dentally swallowed.
/A\ CAUTION
Do not use the flash near anyone's eyes, as it may
hurt them. Be particularly careful with the flash
around infants.
e Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the bat-
tery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it
may explode.
» Remove the batteries from the camera immediately
if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not
burn yourself during removal.
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS |
O Select switch
O Shutter release button
O LCD panel (p.6)
O Main switch (p.20)
O Hot shoe (p.75)
O Built-in flash (p.37)
@ Flash pop-up button (p.37)
© Mode dial
© Drive mode switch (p.44)
O Strap lug (p.13)
® Release socket (p.65)
® Multi-function button (p.40,42,67)
® Back cover release lever (p.22)
@® Mid-roll rewind button (p.26)
® Focus mode switch (p.34,46)
© Mirror
@® AF coupler
® Power supply contacts
® Lens information contacts
D Lens lock button (p.19)
D Lens mount index (p.18)
MEMO
56977 ENG
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