Installing the SD Memory Card
SD Memory
Card socket
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SD Memory
Card
This camera uses an SD Memory Card. Captured images and sound files are saved on the SD Memory Card if a card is inserted in the camera. They are saved in the built-in memory if a card is not inserted.
(p.30)
• Be sure to use this camera to format an SD Memory Card that is
unused or has been used on another camera. Refer to “Formatting an SD Memory Card or the Built-in Memory” (p.126) for
instructions on formatting.
• Make sure that the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card.
The still picture storage capacity varies depending on the capacity of the SD Memory Card and the selected number of recorded pixels
and quality level. (p.28)
Backing Up Data
The camera may not be able to access data in the built-in memory in the case of a malfunction. Use a computer or other device to back up important data in another location.
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Open the battery/card cover.
Pull the battery/card cover in the direction of 1 and flip the cover open in the direction of 2.
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Insert the SD Memory Card into the SD Memory Card socket so that the label is facing toward the LCD monitor.
Push the card in until it clicks. Images and sound may not be recorded correctly if the card is not inserted all the way.
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Close the battery/card cover and slide it back into place.
Removing the SD Memory Card
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Open the battery/card cover.
2
Push the card into the SD Memory Card socket to eject it.
Pull the card out.
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Precautions When Using an SD Memory Card
• The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to
LOCK protects the existing data by prohibiting recording of new data, deletion of existing data or formatting of the card.
r appears on the LCD monitor when the card is write-protected.
Write-protect switch
• Care should be taken when removing the SD Memory Card immediately after using the camera, as the card may be hot.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn the camera off while data is being saved to the card, images or sound files are being played back, or the camera is connected to a computer with the USB/AV cable, as this may cause the data to be lost or the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and store away from high temperature.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card during formatting as this may damage the card and render it unusable.
• The data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following circumstances. PENTAX does not accept any liability for data that is deleted
(1) when the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
(2) when the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.
(3) when the card has not been used for a long time.
(4) when the card is ejected or the batteries are removed while the data on the card is being recorded or accessed.
• The SD Memory Card has a limited service life. If it is not used for a long time, the data on the card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a backup of important data on a computer.
• Avoid using or storing the card where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the card in direct sunlight or where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to condensation.
• When using an SD Memory Card with a slow recording speed, recording may stop while you are taking movies even when there is adequate space in the memory, or shooting and playback may take a long time.
• For information on compatible SD Memory Cards, visit the PENTAX website or contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center.
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Recorded Pixels and Quality Level of Still Pictures
Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of still pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken.
Higher quality levels and numbers of pixels produce clearer images, but the resulting increase in data volume reduces the total number of pictures that can be taken (stored in the camera's built-in memory or on the SD Memory Card).
The quality of the captured photo or printed picture also depends on the quality level, exposure compensation, resolution of the printer and a variety of other factors, so you do not need to select more than the required number of pixels. As a rough guide, i (1600×1200) is adequate for making postcard-size prints. Refer to the table below for the appropriate settings according to use.
Appropriate Number of Recorded Pixels According to Use
Recorded Pixels a 3072×2304 f 2592×1944 g 2304×1728 h 2048×1536 i 1600×1200 l 1024× 768
Use
For printing high quality photos or A4-size pictures, or editing images on a PC.
For making postcard-size prints.
m 640× 480 For posting on a website or attaching to e-mail.
The default setting is a (3072×2304).
Appropriate Quality Level According to Use
C
D
E
Best
Better
Good
Lowest compression rate. Suitable for photo prints.
Standard compression rate. Suitable for viewing the image on a computer screen.
Highest compression rate. Suitable for posting on a website or attaching to e-mail.
The default setting is D (Better).
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level for still pictures on the [A Rec. Mode] menu.
Selecting the Recorded Pixels 1p.72
Selecting the Quality Level 1p.74
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Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Image Storage Capacity
(Approximate numbers of pictures)
C (Best)
Built-in
Memory
128MB
D (Better)
Built-in
Memory
128MB
E (Good)
Built-in
Memory
128MB a 3072×2304 2 pictures 34 pictures 5 pictures 67 pictures 8 pictures 101 pictures f 2592×1944 3 pictures 48 pictures 7 pictures 93 pictures 11 pictures 135 pictures g 2304×1728 4 pictures 60 pictures 10 pictures 121 pictures 15 pictures 174 pictures h 2048×1536 6 pictures 75 pictures 13 pictures 152 pictures 19 pictures 222 pictures i 1600×1200 10 pictures 121 pictures 18 pictures 203 pictures 27 pictures 306 pictures l 1024× 768 21 pictures 244 pictures 37 pictures 408 pictures 48 pictures 533 pictures m 640× 480 44 pictures 490 pictures 70 pictures 767 pictures 94 pictures 1023 pictures
• The above figures may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, shooting mode and SD Memory Card, etc.
Recorded Pixels of Movies
Choose the recorded pixels according to how you intend to use the movies you have taken.
The higher the number of recorded pixels, the clearer the details, but the bigger the file size.
Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels in [Movie] on the
[A Rec. Mode] menu.
Selecting the Recorded Pixels for Movies 1p.88
Appropriate Number of Recorded Pixels According to Use m (640×480) Suitable for viewing on a TV or computer screen.
D (320×240) Suitable for posting on a website or attaching to e-mail.
The default setting is m (640×480).
Recorded Pixels and Recording Time of Movie and Sound
(Approximate recording time)
Movie Sound
Built-in
Memory
128 MB
Built-in
Memory
128 MB m 640×480
D 320×240
13 sec.
27 sec.
2 min.
26 sec.
4 min.
52 sec.
17 min.
19 sec.
3 hr.
5 min.
44 sec.
• The above figures are based on PENTAX standard shooting conditions and may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions and type of SD
Memory Card used.
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