5 Function Reference. Pentax L
Reklaam
Reklaam
5
Function Reference
Introduces functions to further enhance your
L
experience.
Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level
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Focusing .............................................................118
Setting the Exposure .........................................127
Using the Built-in Flash .....................................146
Settings During Playback ..................................160
Camera Settings .................................................162
Resetting to Default Settings ............................171
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Setting the Recorded Pixels and
Quality Level
Setting the Image Tone
Set the basic color tone of pictures. The default setting is [ F (Bright)].
F
G
Bright
Natural
Images are finished brightly, with high contrast and sharp.
Images are finished naturally and suitable for retouching.
A
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Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Cancel OK OK
Settings cannot be changed in Picture mode (p.47). Setting is fixed to
F
(bright).
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Setting the Recorded Pixels
You can select the number of recorded pixels from P (3008×2008/
3008×2000), Q (2400×1600) and R (1536×1024). The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The file size will also differ according to quality level settings. The default setting is
[ P 3008×2000 (JPEG)].
P
Q
R
3008×2008 (RAW)
3008×2000 (JPEG)
2400×1600
1536×1024
Suited for printing on A3 paper.
Suited for printing on A4 paper.
Suited for printing on A5 paper.
Set in [Recorded Pixels] in the [
A
Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Cancel OK OK
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Recorded Pixels cannot be selected if the Quality Level is set to RAW. (Fixed at 3008×2008)
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Setting the Quality Level
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You can set the image quality level. The file size will also differ according to the Recorded Pixels settings. The default setting is [ C (Best)].
|
C
D
E
RAW
Best
Better
Good
RAW data is CCD output data saved without processing.
Effects such as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation and
Sharpness are not applied to the image but such information is saved. Transfer to a PC, apply effects with the enclosed PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.1 and create
JPEG and TIFF images.
Lowest compression rate, suited for printing large pictures such as A4 size. Image is saved in JPEG format.
Standard compression rate, suited for viewing as photographs or on your computer screen. Image is saved in JPEG format.
Highest compression rate, suitable for attaching to e-mail or posting on websites. Image is saved in JPEG format.
Set in [Quality Level] in the [
A
Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Cancel OK OK
Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast
Select from five levels of Saturation, Sharpness and Contrast. The default setting is [0 (Standard)] for all.
Saturation Set the color saturation.
Sharpness Make the image outlines sharp or soft.
Contrast Set the image contrast.
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Set [Saturation], [Sharpness] and [Contrast] in the [
A Rec. Mode] menu.
Settings cannot be changed in Picture mode (p.47).
Towards + : Higher saturation
Towards – : Lower saturation
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Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Exit
Towards + : Sharper
Towards – : Less sharp
Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Exit
Towards + : Higher contrast
Towards – : Lower contrast
Rec. Mode
Image Tone
Recorded Pixels
Quality Level
Saturation
Sharpness
Contrast
Exit
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Setting the White Balance
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The color of the subject changes with the light source. For example, the same white object will be a different shade of white in daylight than under a light bulb. In cameras using film, this is adjusted by changing the film or using filters. In digital cameras, the whiteness is adjusted using white balance. The default setting is [ F (Auto)].
F Auto
Set to automatically adjust the white balance. (About 4000 to 8000K)
Set when taking pictures in sunlight. (About 5200K) G Daylight
H
^
Shade
Cloudy
Set when taking pictures in the shade. (About 8000K)
Set when taking pictures on cloudy days. (About 6000K)
J
I b
K
Fluorescent
Light
Tungsten
Light
Flash
Manual
Set this when taking pictures under fluorescent lighting.
Select the type of fluorescent light, from W (white)
(4200K), N (neutral white) (5000K), and D (daylight)
(6500K).
Set when taking pictures under light bulb or other tungsten light. (About 2850K)
Set to take pictures using the built-in flash.
(About 5400K)
Set to take pictures by manually adjusting the white balance.
The color temperature (K) is an estimate. This does not indicate precise colors.
Set [White Balance] in the Fn menu. (p.102)
OK
• Refer to p.113 for manual adjustment method.
• White balance cannot be adjusted in Picture mode (p.47).
Color Temperature
The color of light shifts towards blue as the color temperature rises, and towards red as the color temperature falls. Color temperature describes this change in light color in terms of absolute temperature (K: Kelvin).
This camera is capable of setting the white balance to enable taking pictures with natural coloring under a variety of lighting conditions.
2000
Red tint
3000 4000 5000 6000
Blue tint
8000 10000 12000 [ K ]
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Adjusting the White Balance Manually
You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. With Manual White Balance, the camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance preset
values provided in the camera (p.112). This provides the optimum white
balance for your surroundings.
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Set the mode dial to e , b , c , or a .
2
Press the { button.
The Fn menu appears.
3
Press the four-way controller ( 4 ).
The White Balance screen appears.
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4
Use the four-way controller ( 3 ) to select [ K (Manual)].
OK
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Press the four-way controller
( 5 ).
The message screen appears.
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Fully display a white or gray sheet of paper in the viewfinder under the light to adjust white balance.
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Press the shutter release button fully.
Slide the focus mode lever to \ when the shutter cannot be released.
[OK] appears on the LCD monitor when setting is completed.
[NG] appears when setting is not completed successfully.
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Press the 4 button.
• No image is recorded when the shutter release button is pressed to adjust the white balance.
• Press the { button when adjustment is unsuccessful to set again.
• You can set the range to measure white balance when setting manually.
White balance is measured using the entire screen using multi-segment
metering (p.130) if [Entire screen] is selected for [Man. WB Measurement] in
[ A
Custom] menu (p.101). White Balance is only adjusted in the spot
metering area (p.131) if [Spot Metering Area] is selected.
• If picture is extremely overexposed or underexposed, white balance may not be adjusted. In this case, adjust appropriate exposure and adjust the white balance.
Setting the Sensitivity
You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings.
The sensitivity can be set to [AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 200 to 3200. The default setting is [AUTO].
Set [Sensitivity] in the Fn menu. (p.102)
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OK
Captured images can show more noise if higher Sensitivity is set.
Setting the Range of Automatic Correction in AUTO
Set range to automatically correct sensitivity when Sensitivity is set to
[AUTO]. The sensitivity is automatically corrected in the range of [ISO 200-
400] by default.
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2
3
4
ISO 200-400
ISO 200-800
ISO 200-1600
ISO 200-3200
Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 400.
Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 800.
Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 1600.
Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO
200 to 3200.
Set in [ISO Corction in AUTO] in the [
A
ISO Corction in AUTO
ISO 200-400
ISO 200-800
ISO 200-1600
ISO 200-3200
Corrects sensitivity automatically in the range of ISO 200 to 400
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Sensitivity is not corrected in the following.
• Exposure mode is a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode
• Flash is discharged
• Auto bracketing
• EV Compensation
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ISO Sensitivity Warning Display
ISO Sensitivity Warning appears in the viewfinder when the set sensitivity is exceeded. Set a sensitivity that is not regularly used to avoid forgetting to reset when sensitivity is raised. ISO Sensitivity Warning is not displayed by default.
1 Off
2
3
4
5
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600
ISO 3200
ISO Sensitivity Warning is not displayed.
ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 400 is set or exceeded.
ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 800 is set or exceeded.
ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 1600 is set or exceeded.
ISO Sensitivity Warning is displayed when ISO 3200 is set.
Set in [ISO Snstvty Wrn Dspl] in the [
A
ISO Snstvty Wrn Dspl
Off
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600
ISO 3200
ISO sensitvty wrning not displayed in vewfnder
[ o (ISO Sensitivity Warning)] appears in the viewfinder when the set sensitivity is set or exceeded.
ISO Sensitivity Warning is not displayed if sensitivity is automatically corrected
Setting the Color Space
You can set the color space to use. The default setting is [1 (sRGB)].
1
2 sRGB Set to sRGB color space.
AdobeRGB Sets to AdobeRGB color space.
A
Color Space sRGB
AdobeRGB
Sets to sRGB color space
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Color Space
Color ranges for various input/output devices, such as digital cameras, monitors, and printers, differ.
This color range is called the Color Space.
To recreate different color spaces in different devices, standard color spaces have been proposed. This camera supports sRGB and
AdobeRGB.
sRGB is mainly used for devices such as a PC.
AdobeRGB covers a wider area than sRGB and is used for occupational uses such as industrial printing.
An image created in AdobeRGB may appear lighter than an image created in sRGB when output from a sRGB compatible device.
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Focusing
You can focus with the following methods.
= Autofocus
\ Manual focus
The camera is focused when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Manually adjust the focus.
Using the Autofocus
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You can choose the autofocus area from [Wide] and [Spot]. (p.121)
You can also choose the autofocus mode from l (Single mode) where the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject and the focus is locked at that position, and k (Continuous mode) where the subject is kept in focus by continuous adjustment while the shutter
release button is pressed halfway. (p.122)
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Set the focus mode lever to
= .
2
Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway.
Focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused.
(If it is blinking, the subject is not in focus.)
1 Hard-to-Autofocus Subjects (p.46)
Focus indicator
• In l (Single mode), the focus is locked (focus lock) while ] is lit. To focus on another subject, take your finger off the shutter release button first.
• During \ (Moving Object) mode or when the focus mode is set to k
(Continuous mode) (p.122), focus is adjusted continuously, tracking the
moving object as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway.
• The shutter cannot be released until the subject is in focus in l (Single
mode) (p.122). If the subject is too close to the camera, move back and take
the picture. Adjust the focus manually if the subject is difficult to focus (p.46).
• In l (Single mode), press the shutter release button halfway. The built-in flash will discharge automatically several times, enabling the autofocus to focus on the subject easier if the subject is in a dark area and the built-in flash is up.
• Regardless if the camera is set to l (Single mode) or k (Continuous mode), the camera automatically tracks the subject if it is determined to be a moving object.
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Use the 4 Button to Focus on the Subject
You can set so that the focusing performed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway is canceled and is performed when the 4 button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use autofocus while using manual focus.
Set [3 (Enable AF)] in [OK btn when shooting] in the [
A Custom] menu.
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OK btn when shooting
Off
Spot AF
Enable AF
Cancel AF
AF with shutter release button disabled so AF performed with OK button
Only use this function with lenses that are compatible with Quick Shift Focus.
• Select [4 (Cancel AF)]. \ appears in the viewfinder while the 4 button is pressed. Autofocus does not activate when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use manual focus while using autofocus.
• You can focus using the focus ring and release the shutter while 4 button is pressed when using a lens compatible with Quick Shift Focus. (Take your finger off the 4 button to immediately return to AF mode.)
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Setting the Focusing Area
You can choose the area on which the autofocus focuses. The default setting is [ N (Wide)].
N
6
Wide
Spot
The camera targets the wide area in the center of the screen (within the focusing area) and focuses on the nearest object.
The camera narrows the focusing area to facilitate focusing on a specific subject.
Set in [Focusing Area] in the [ A
Rec. Mode
Instant Review
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Focusing Area
1 sec
AF Mode
Flash Exp. Comp.
0.0
Cancel OK OK
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If [2 (Spot AF)] is selected for [OK btn when shooting] (p.120) in the [
A Custom] menu, the camera switches to [ 6 (Spot)] for as long as the 4 button is held down when the focusing area is set to [ N (Wide)].
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Setting the AF Mode
You can choose from the following two autofocus modes. The default setting is [ l (Single mode)].
l k
Single mode
Continuous mode
When the shutter release button is pressed halfway to focus on the subject, the focus is locked at that position.
The subject is kept in focus by continuous adjustment while the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
Set [AF Mode] in the [ A
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Rec. Mode
Instant Review
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Focusing Area
1 sec
AF Mode AF.S
Flash Exp. Comp.
AF.C
Cancel OK OK
• Settings cannot be changed in Picture mode (p.47).
• k (Continuous mode) can be set when the mode dial is set to e , b , c or a . The autofocus mode is set to k in \ (Moving Object) of Picture mode.
Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)
If the subject is outside of the range of the focusing area, the camera cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this situation, you can aim the focusing area on the subject, use focus lock and recompose the picture.
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Frame the desired composition for your picture in the viewfinder.
You can use focus lock function when the subject you wish to focus on is not inside the focusing area.
(Example)
The person is out of focus and the background is focused instead.
2
Center the subject to focus in the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway.
The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus. (If it is blinking, the subject is not in focus.)
3
Lock the focus.
Keep the shutter release button pressed halfway. The focus will remain locked.
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4
Re-compose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway.
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• The focus is locked while the focus indicator ] is lit.
• Turning the zooming ring in focus lock mode may cause the subject to be out of focus.
• The beep can be turned off. (p.163)
• You cannot set focus lock when the focus mode is set to k (Continuous mode) or the capture mode is set to \ (Moving Object). In k (Continuous mode) or \ (Moving Object) mode, the autofocus continues to focus on the subject until the shutter is released. (Continuous Autofocus)
Fixing Exposure when Focus is Locked
Set [AE-L with AF locked] in the [
A
Custom] menu (p.100) to fix the
exposure value while focus is locked. Exposure is not fixed by default during focus lock.
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2
Off
On
Exposure is not fixed when focus is locked
Exposure is fixed when focus is locked
AE-L with AF locked
Off
On
AE is not locked when the focus is locked
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)
When you adjust the focus manually, you can either check with the focus indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus.
Using the Focus Indicator
You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ] .
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Set the focus mode lever to
\ .
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2
Look through the viewfinder, press the shutter release button halfway and turn the focusing ring.
The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus.
Focus indicator
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• Use the matte field in the viewfinder when the subject is difficult to focus
(p.46) and the focus indicator will not stay lit.
• The beep can be turned off. (p.163)
Using the Viewfinder Matte Field
You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field.
1
Set the focus mode lever to
\ .
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2
Look through the viewfinder and turn the focusing ring until the subject looks sharp on the screen.
Setting the Exposure
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Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed
Correct exposure of the subject is determined by the combination of shutter speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a particular subject. Different combinations produce different effects.
Effect of Shutter Speed
The shutter speed determines the length of time that light is allowed to strike the CCD. Adjust the amount of light striking the CCD.
Using slower shutter speed
If the subject is moving, the image will be blurred because the shutter is open longer.
It is possible to enhance the effect of motion (rivers, waterfalls, waves, etc.) by intentionally using a slower shutter speed.
Using faster shutter speed
Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow freezing the action of a moving subject.
A faster shutter speed also helps preventing camera shake.
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Effect of Aperture
Adjust the amount of light hitting the CCD by changing the aperture.
Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value)
Objects closer and farther than the focused subject will be more out of focus. For instance, if you take a picture of flower against a landscape with the aperture open, the landscape in front and behind the flower will be blurred, emphasizing only the flower.
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Closing the aperture (increase the aperture value)
The range in focus expands forward and backward. For instance, if you take a picture of flower against a landscape with the aperture narrowed, the landscape in front and behind the flower will be in focus.
Depth of Field
When you focus on a portion of the subject, there is a range in which object closer and farther will also be in focus. This focused range is called the depth of field.
• The depth of field for the L differs depending on the lens but compared to a 35 mm camera, the value is roughly one aperture setting lower (the focused range becomes narrower).
• The wider the wide-angle lens, and the farther away the subject, the wider the depth of field is. (Some zoom lenses do not have a scale for depth of field because of their structure.)
Depth of Field
Area of focus
Aperture
Lens focal length
Distance to the subject
Shallow
Narrow
Open
(Smaller value)
Longer
(Telephoto)
Near
Deep
Wide
Close
(Larger value)
Shorter
(Wider)
Far
How to Check Depth of Field
When you focus on a portion of the subject, there is a range in which object closer and farther will also be in focus. This focused range is called the depth of field. If you use Depth of Field confirmation, you can check the depth of field in the viewfinder before taking a picture.
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Focus on the subject.
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2
Turn the main switch to | while looking through the viewfinder.
You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder while holding the main switch.
• No shooting information is displayed in the viewfinder, and the shutter cannot be released while the main switch is in the preview position ( | ).
• You can check the depth of field in all exposure modes.
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Selecting the Metering Method
Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. [Multi-segment metering], [Center-weighted metering] or [Spot metering] mode can be selected. The default setting is
[Multi-segment].
L Multi-segment
M
N
Centerweighted
Spot metering
Segment the screen in 16 parts, meter each portion and determine the appropriate exposure.
Measure the entire screen with an emphasis on the center and determine the exposure.
Measure only the center of the screen and determine exposure.
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A
Rec. Mode
Instant Review
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Focusing Area
1 sec
AF Mode
Flash Exp. Comp.
0.0
Cancel OK OK
Using the Multi-Segment Metering
The scene in the viewfinder is metered in
16 different zones as shown in the illustration when using the multi-segment metering. This mode automatically determines what level of brightness is in which portion.
The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J,
FA, F or A lens. (Can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture ring]
in the [ A
Linking AF Point and AE During Multi-Segmented
Metering
In [Link AF Point and AE] (p.100) of the [
A Custom] menu, you can link the exposure and focus point in the focusing area during multisegment metering. The default setting is [1 (Off)].
1
2
Off
On
Exposure is set separately from focus point.
Exposure is set in accordance with focus point.
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Using the Center-Weighted Metering
Metering is weighted at the center of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by experience, instead of leaving it to the camera. The illustration shows that sensitivity increases as the pattern height increases (center). This mode does not automatically compensate for backlit scenes.
Using the Spot Metering
With spot metering, brightness is measured only within a limited area at the center of the screen as shown in the illustration. You can use this in
combination with the AE lock (p.142)
when the subject is extremely small and proper exposure is difficult to obtain.
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Setting the Meter Operating Time
Set the metering time in [Meter Operating Time] in the [
A Custom]
menu (p.100). The default setting is [1 (10 sec)].
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2
3
10 sec Metering time is set to 10 seconds.
3 sec Metering time is set to 3 seconds.
30 sec Metering time is set to 30 seconds.
Changing the Exposure Mode
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This camera features five exposure modes along with the picture modes.
Use the mode dial (p.104) to change the exposure mode.
Exposure
Mode
Description e
(Program) b (Shutter
Priority) c
(Aperture
Priority) a p
(Manual)
(Bulb)
Shutter speed and aperture are automatically set for taking pictures at the proper exposure.
Set shutter speed and use to express moving subjects. Take pictures of fast moving subjects that look still or subjects that show movement.
Set aperture and use when you want to adjust the depth of field.
Use to blur the background or be sharp from front to back.
Combine set shutter speed and aperture to create the picture you have in mind.
Use to capture images that require slow shutter speeds such as fireworks and night scenes.
Exposure
Compensation
Change
Shutter
Speed
Change
Aperture
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Using the e (Program) Mode
Shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set for taking pictures at the proper exposure.
Perform the following to adjust the exposure.
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Set the mode dial to e .
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2
Turn the e-dial while pressing the m c button and adjust the exposure.
The EV Compensation is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
The shutter speed and aperture value are also displayed while adjusting the exposure.
EV Compensation
• Set EV Compensation in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set exposure setting
steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [
A
• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity]
to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.115)
• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.
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Using the b (Shutter Priority) Mode
Set shutter speed and use to express moving subjects. Set the shutter speed faster and capture fast moving subjects as if they are still or slow down the shutter and capture lively images. Aperture value is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on the shutter speed.
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Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.127)
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Set the mode dial to b .
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2
Turn the e-dial and adjust the shutter speed.
The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the
LCD panel.
• Turn the e-dial while pressing the m c button and change the EV
• Set the shutter speed in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting
A
• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.115)
• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.
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Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, the aperture value will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If the subject is too bright, choose a faster shutter speed. If it is too dark, choose a slower shutter speed. When the aperture value indication stops blinking, you can take the picture with proper exposure.
If both the shutter speed and aperture value are blinking, this indicates being out of metering range and the proper exposure cannot be obtaind even if the shutter speed is adjusted.
Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright.
Use a flash if it is too dark.
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Using the c (Aperture Priority) Mode
Set aperture and use when you want to adjust the depth of field. The depth of field is deeper and the front and back of the focused object is clear when aperture is set to a large value. The depth of field is shallower and the front and back of the focused object is blurred when aperture is set to a small value.
Shutter speed is automatically set to appropriate exposure depending on the aperture value.
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Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.127)
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Set the mode dial to c .
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2
Turn the e-dial and adjust the aperture value.
The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
• Turn the e-dial while pressing the m c button and change the EV
• Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting
A
• You can automatically correct the sensitivity if appropriate exposure cannot
be set with the set criteria. Set [Sensitivity] to [AUTO] in the Fn menu. (p.115)
• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.
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Exposure Warning
If the subject is too bright or too dark, the shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. If the subject is too bright, set the aperture smaller (larger number), and when too dark, open the aperture further
(smaller number). Once blinking stops, you can take the picture.
If both the shutter speed and aperture value are blinking, this indicates being out of metering range and the proper exposure cannot be obtained even if the aperture is adjusted.
Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright.
Use a flash if it is too dark.
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Using a (Manual) Mode
You can set the shutter speed and aperture value. This mode is suitable to take pictures of your choice by combining them. This mode is convenient for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination or taking intentionally under-exposed (darker) or overexposed (brighter) photographs.
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Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.127)
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Set the mode dial to a .
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2
Turn the e-dial and adjust the shutter speed.
3
Turn the e-dial while pressing the m c button and adjust the aperture.
The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Of the shutter speed and aperture, the value being adjusted Difference from the appropriate exposure is underlined in the viewfinder. While adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value, the difference with the appropriate exposure (EV value) appears at the bottom right of the viewfinder. The appropriate exposure is set when [0.0] is displayed.
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• When in a (Manual) mode, the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 200 when sensitivity is set to [AUTO].
• Blinks when the difference with appropriate exposure is over ±3.0.
• Set the shutter speed and aperture values in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV.
Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [
A
• Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.
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Exposure Warning
You are out of the measuring area if the shutter speed and aperture blink.
Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright.
Use a flash if it is too dark.
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About the L Button
The aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted to the appropriate exposure at that moment if the L button is pressed in a (Manual) mode.
You can choose from the following three adjustment methods in [AE-
L bttn on M expsr] in the [ A Custom] menu.
1 Program Line The aperture and shutter speed are adjusted automatically.
2 Tv Shift
The aperture is locked and the shutter speed is adjusted automatically.
3 Av Shift
The shutter speed is locked and the aperture is adjusted automatically.
Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens aperture when lens aperture is not set to s position.
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Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] (p.180)
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Using the p (Bulb) Mode
This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks.
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Set the mode dial to p .
• Turn the e-dial to adjust the aperture value.
• Set the aperture value in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting
A
• Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) to prevent camera shake when using p (bulb) mode. Connect the cable switch to the cable
• Bulb shooting is available when using the remote control shooting mode
(p.59). The shutter remains open as long as the optional remote control’s
shutter release button is held down.
• Noise reduction is a process to reduce noise (image roughness or
unevenness) caused by low shutter speed. Set in [Noise Reduction] in the
[ A
• When in p (Bulb) mode, the sensitivity is equivalent to ISO 200 when sensitivity is set to [AUTO].
Setting the Exposure
This allows you to deliberately over-expose (brighten) or under-expose
(darken) your picture. You can adjust the EV Compensation from –2 to +2
(EV) in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV.
Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [
A
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1
Set the compensation with the e-dial while the m c button is pressed.
m c button
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2
Confirm the compensation value in the viewfinder m is displayed during compensation.
m blinks when the flash is popped up if the flash compensation is set.
Compensation value
Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to a
(Manual) or p (Bulb) mode.
The exposure compensation cannot be canceled by turning the camera off or by setting any other exposure mode.
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Changing the Exposure Setting Steps
Set Exposure Setting Steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in [
A Custom] to increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV.
Expsr Setting Steps
1/2 EV Steps
1/3 EV Steps
Exposure setting steps are set to 1/2 EV
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Recording the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock)
AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. Use this when the subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained.
1
Press the L button.
The camera memorizes the exposure
(brightness) at that instant.
Press it again to unlock.
• @
is displayed in the viewfinder while the AE lock is engaged. (p.20)
• The exposure remains in memory for twice as much time as the metering timer after releasing the L button. The exposure remains locked as long as the L button is kept pressed or the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway.
• You will hear a beep when the L button is pressed. The beep can be
• AE lock is not available when the exposure mode is a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode.
• The combination of shutter speed and aperture value changes depending on the zooming position even while the AE lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focal length.
However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock.
• If the exposure mode is a (Manual), the aperture and/or shutter speed are automatically adjusted to set the appropriate exposure when the L button is pressed.
• Exposure can be fixed when focus is locked. Set in [AE-L with AF locked] in
the [ A
Changing the Exposure and Shooting
(Auto Bracket)
You can take continuous pictures with different exposure when the shutter release button is pressed. The first frame is exposed with no compensation, the second frame is under-exposed (negative compensation) and the third is over-exposed (positive compensation).
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Normal exposure Under-exposure
1
Press the { button in capture mode.
The Fn menu appears.
Fn
Over-exposure
OK
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2
Press the four-way controller ( 2 ).
The Drive Mode options screen appears.
3
Use the four-way controller ( 5 ) to select [ V (Auto Bracket)].
OK
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4
Press the 4 button twice.
Shooting is ready and ] is displayed on the LCD panel.
5
5
Press the shutter release button halfway.
Focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused.
6
Press the shutter release button fully.
Three continuous pictures will be taken, the first with no compensation, the second with negative compensation, and the third with positive compensation.
• When the focus mode is set to l (Single mode), the focus is locked in the first frame position and used for subsequent continuous frames.
• The auto bracketing exposure setting will remain effective for twice as much
time as the metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds) (p.132) when you
release your finger from the shutter release button during auto bracketing, and you can take the next picture at the next compensation value. In this case, auto focusing works for each frame. After about twice as much time as the metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds), the camera returns to settings for taking the first picture.
• You can combine Auto Bracket with the built-in flash or external flash (P-TTL auto only) to change only the flash output continuously. However, when using an external flash, holding the shutter release button down to take three continuous frames may cause the second and third frame to be taken before the flash is fully recharged. Always take one frame at a time after confirming that charging is complete.
• Auto Bracket is not available when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode.
Setting Auto Bracket
Change the shooting order and steps of Auto Bracket.
Bracketng amount
(Step interval)
1/2EV
1/3EV
Shooting images
±0.5, ±1.0, ±1.5, ±2.0
±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, ±2.0
0 ´ – ´ +, – ´ 0 ´ +, + ´ 0 ´ –
* Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [
A
Set in [Auto Bracket] in the [
A
Auto Bracket
Bracketng amount
Shooting images 0
0.5
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Taking Only Over-exposed or Under-exposed Pictures
You can use the auto bracketing mode for only under-exposure or over-exposure shots by combining the operation with exposure
compensation (p.141). The auto bracketing is performed in both
cases on the basis of the specified exposure compensation value.
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Using the Built-in Flash
Compensating Flash Output
You can change the flash output in a range of –2.0 to +1.0. The Flash
Compensation values are as follows for 1/3EV and 1/2EV.
Step interval
1/2EV
1/3EV
Flash Compensation
–2.0, –1.5, –1.0, –0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0
–2.0, –1.7, –1.3, –1.0, –0.7, –0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0
* Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [
A
Set in [Flash Exp. Comp.] in the [
A
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Rec. Mode
Instant Review
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Focusing Area
AF Mode
Flash Exp. Comp.
Cancel
1 sec
1.0
0.5
0.0
0.5
OK OK
• m blinks in the viewfinder when the flash pops up during Flash
• If the maximum flash output is exceeded when corrected to the plus (+) side, no compensation will be effective.
• Compensating to the minus (–) side may not effect the image if the subject is too close, aperture is low or sensitivity is high.
Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash
You can set to enable shooting while flash is being charged.
Set [2 (On)] for [Release when Chrging] in the [
A
Pictures cannot be taken while the flash is charging by default.
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Release when Chrging
Off
On
Enables shutter release while the built-in flash is charging
Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode
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Using the Flash in b (Shutter Priority) Mode
• When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to change the blur effect.
• Any desired shutter speed 1/180 sec. or slower can be set for taking a flash photograph.
• The aperture value automatically changes according to the ambient brightness.
• The shutter speed is fixed at 1/180 sec. when lens other than DA,
D FA, FA J, FA, F or A is used.
Using the Flash in Av (Aperture Priority) Mode
• You can set the desired aperture to take a flash photograph when you want to change the depth of field or shoot a subject farther away.
• The shutter speed automatically changes with the ambient brightness.
• The shutter speed shifts automatically anywhere from 1/180 sec. to a
slow shutter speed (p.42) that reduces camera shake. The slowest
shutter speed depends on the focal length of the lens in use.
• The shutter speed is fixed at 1/180 sec. when lens other than DA,
D FA, FA J, FA or F is used.
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Using Slow-Speed-Sync
You can use slow-speed-sync when shooting portraits with the sunset in the background. Both the portrait and the background are captured beautifully.
• Slow-speed-sync slows the shutter speed. Use a tripod to avoid camera shake. The picture will also blur if the subject moves.
• Slow-speed-sync shooting can also be performed with an external flash.
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Using b (Shutter Priority) Mode
1 Set the mode dial to b .
b (Shutter Priority) mode is set.
2 Use the e-dial to set the desired shutter speed.
The background is not properly corrected if aperture value is flashing when shutter speed is set. Set the shutter speed so that aperture does not flash.
3 Press the K button.
The flash pops up.
4 Take the picture.
Using a (Manual) Mode
1 Set the mode dial to a .
a (Manual) mode is set.
2 Set the shutter speed (under 1/180 sec.) and aperture value to obtain correct exposure.
3 Press the K button.
The flash pops up.
In a (Manual) mode, pop up the flash at any time.
4 Take the picture.
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Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in
Flash
A set criteria is necessary between the guide number, aperture and distance when shooting with the flash.
Calculate and adjust the shooting conditions if flash is not sufficient.
Flash guide number for built-in flash
Sensitivity
ISO200
ISO400
ISO800
ISO1600
ISO3200
Built-in flash guide number
15.6
22
31
44
62
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Calculating Shooting Distance from Aperture Value
The following equation calculates the distance of the flash for aperture values.
Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide Number ÷ Selected aperture
Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ÷ 5*
* The value 5 used in the formula above is a fixed value which applies only when using the built-in flash alone.
Example
When sensitivity is [ISO200] and aperture value is F4
L1 = 15.6 ÷ 4 = approx. 3.9 (m)
L2 = 3.9 ÷ 5 = approx. 0.8 (m)
Therefore, the flash can be used in a range of about 0.8 m to 3.9 m.
The flash cannot be used when the distance is less than 0.7 m. When the flash is used at closer than 0.7 m, it causes vignetting in the picture corners, light is distributed unevenly and the picture may be overexposed.
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Calculating Aperture Value from Shooting Distance
The following equation calculates the aperture value for shooting distances.
Aperture Value Used F = Guide number ÷ shooting distance
When sensitivity is [ISO200] and shooting distance is 5.2 m, aperture value is:
F = 15.6 ÷ 5.2 = 3
If the resulting number (3, in the above example) is not available as a lens aperture, the smaller number that is closest (2.8, in the above example) is generally used.
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DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash
When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA and F lenses with the L without the hood, built-in flash compatibility is shown below.
Yes : Available
# : Available depending on other factors
No : Unavailable due to vignetting
Following are evaluated without a hood.
Lens Name
F Fish-eye
17-28 mm F3.5-4.5
DA16-45 mm F4ED AL
FA J18-35 mm F4-5.6 AL
#
#
#
Compatibility
Vignetting may occur if focal length is less than 20 mm.
When the focal length is less than 28 mm or when the focal length is 28 mm and the shooting distance is less than 1m, vignetting may occur.
Vignetting may occur if focal length is 18 mm and the shooting distance is less than 1m.
DA18-55 mm F3.5-5.6 AL
FA20-35 mm F4AL
FA24-90 mm F3.5-4.5AL (IF)
FA28-70 mm F4AL
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
FA
*
28-70 mm F2.8AL
#
Vignetting may occur if focal length is between 28 and 35 mm and the shooting distance is less than 1m.
FA J28-80 mm F3.5-5.6
FA28-80 mm F3.5-5.6
FA28-90 mm F3.5-5.6
FA28-105 mm F4-5.6
FA28-105 mm F4-5.6 (IF)
FA28-105 mm F3.2-4.5AL (IF)
FA28-200 mm F3.8-5.6AL (IF)
FA35-80 mm F4-5.6
FA70-200 mm F4-5.6
FA J75-300 mm F4.5-5.8AL
FA
*
80-200 mm F2.8ED (IF)
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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5
Lens Name
FA80-320 mm F4.5-5.6
FA80-200 mm F4.7-5.6
FA100-300 mm F4.7-5.8
FA
*
250-600 mm F5.6ED (IF)
DA14 mm F2.8ED (IF)
FA20 mm F2.8
FA
*
24 mm F2AL (IF)
FA28 mm F2.8AL
FA31 mm F1.8AL Limited
FA35 mm F2AL
DA40 mm F2.8 Limited
FA43 mm F1.9 Limited
FA50 mm F1.4
FA50 mm F1.7
FA77 mm F1.8 Limited
FA
*
85 mm F1.4 (IF)
FA135 mm F2.8 (IF)
FA
*
200 mm F2.8ED (IF)
FA
*
300 mm F2.8ED (IF)
FA
*
300 mm F4.5ED (IF)
FA
*
400 mm F5.6ED (IF)
FA
*
600 mm F4ED (IF)
D FA Macro 50 mm F2.8
D FA Macro 100 mm F2.8
FA Macro 50 mm F2.8
FA Macro 100 mm F2.8
FA Macro 100 mm F3.5
FA
*
Macro 200 mm F4ED (IF)
FA Soft 28 mm F2.8
FA Soft 85 mm F2.8
Compatibility
#
#
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Built-in flash always discharges fully.
Built-in flash always discharges fully.
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Using an External Flash (Optional)
Using the optional external flash AF360FGZ enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode, high-speed flash sync mode, and wireless mode. See the chart below for details.
(Yes: Available #: Restricted No: Not available)
Flash
Camera Function
Red-eye reduction flash
Automatic flash discharge
After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash sync speed.
Aperture is automatically set in e (Program) mode and b (Shutter Priority) mode.
Auto check in the viewfinder
P-TTL auto flash (appropriate sensitivity:
200 to 3200)
Slow-speed sync
Flash Exposure Compensation
AF illuminator
Rear curtain sync flash
Contrast-control-sync flash
Slave flash
Multiple flash
High-speed flash sync
Wireless flash *5
*2
*2 mode
Built-in
Flash
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
# *3
#
*4
No
No
No
No
*1
AF360FGZ
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
*1
*1 When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens.
*2 Shutter speed of 1/90 sec. or slower.
*3 Can be combined with AF360FGZ for rear curtain sync flash.
*4 When combined with the AF360FGZ, 1/3 of the flash discharge can be output by the builtin flash and 2/3 can be output by the external flash.
*5 Two or more AF360FGZ units are required.
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About the LCD Panel Display for AF360FGZ
The AF360FGZ will automatically convert the field angle differential between 35 mm format and the L depending on the focal length of the lens you are using. (When using DA, D FA, FA J, FA or F lenses)
The conversion indicator appears and the format size indicator disappears when the exposure metering timer of the L is on. (It returns to 35 mm format display when the exposure metering timer is turned off.)
Lens focal length
AF360FGZ
LCD panel
Exposure metering timer
Off
Exposure metering timer
On
85mm 77mm 50mm 35mm 28mm 24mm 20mm 18mm
85mm
58mm
70mm 50mm
48mm 34mm
35mm
24mm
28mm 24mm
19mm 16mm *
*
* Using wide adaptor
Using P-TTL Auto Mode
Use this flash mode with the AF360FGZ flash unit. When flash mode is set to “P-TTL auto”, the flash pre-fires right before taking pictures using 16segment metering and allows more precise control. P-TTL auto is available in wireless flash mode when two or more AF360FGZ units are used.
1 Remove the cover of the hot shoe and attach the AF360FGZ.
2 Turn on the AF360FGZ.
3 Set the AF360FGZ flash mode to P-TTL auto.
4 Confirm that the flash is fully charged and then take the picture.
• P-TTL auto is only available with the AF360FGZ flash unit.
• The b will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged).
• For details such as operation method and effective distance, please read the external flash manual.
• The flash does not discharge when the subject is bright enough when Flash
Mode is B or C . Therefore, it may not suitable for daylight-sync shooting.
• Never press the flash pop up button when any external flash unit is attached to the camera. The built-in flash will hit the external flash. If you want to use
both at once, see p.157 for the connection method.
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Using High-Speed Flash Sync Mode
With the AF360FGZ, you can discharge the flash to take a picture at a shutter speed faster than 1/180 second. High-speed flash sync can be used with the flash attached to the camera, or wireless.
Attaching and Using the AF360FGZ on the Camera
1 Remove the hot shoe cover and attach the AF360FGZ.
2 Turn the mode dial and set the exposure mode to a .
3 Turn on the AF360FGZ.
4 Set the AF360FGZ sync mode to HS b (high-speed flash sync.).
5 Confirm that the AF360FGZ is fully charged and then take the picture.
• The b will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged).
• High-speed flash sync is only available when the shutter speed is faster than
1/180 sec.
• High-speed flash sync is not available when the exposure mode is set to p
(Bulb).
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Using in Wireless Mode
Shoot using the flash without connecting the camera and flash with a cord by using two AF360FGZ units.The High-speed sync mode is also available in wireless mode.
Be sure to set the two AF360FGZ units to the same channel. See the
AF360FGZ operating manual for details.
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Using in Wireless Mode
1 Place the AF360FGZ at the desired location.
2 Set the AF360FGZ power switch to [WIRELESS].
3 Set the AF360FGZ wireless mode to S (Slave).
4 Turn the camera mode dial and set the exposure mode to e , b , c or a mode.
5 Set the AF360FGZ power switch on the camera to [WIRELESS].
6 Set the AF360FGZ wireless mode on the camera to a (Master) or A
(Control).
• Wireless mode is not available for the built-in flash.
• Set the AF360FGZ wireless slave mode to SLAVE1.
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Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL Flash Mode)
The following information is exchanged between the two AF360FGZ flash units before the flash is discharged when the AF360FGZ is used for wireless flash.
Press the shutter release button fully.
1 The camera’s flash discharges a pre-flash. (The camera’s flash mode is transmitted.)
2 The external flash unit discharges a pre-flash. (The subject’s lighting condition is checked.)
3 The camera’s flash unit discharges a pre-flash. (The required flash output is transmitted to the external flash.)
* The camera’s flash will discharge another pre-flash to transmit the flash duration in HS b (High-speed sync).
4 The external flash discharges the main flash.
Set the AF360FGZ wireless slave mode to SLAVE1.
Red-Eye Reduction
As with the built-in flash, red-eye reduction is available with an external flash. This may not be available on some flashes or may have restrictions
for usage conditions. See the chart on p.153.
• The red-eye reduction feature works even when only an external flash is
• If red-eye reduction is used when the AF360FGZ is set as the slave unit or with the wireless function, the preflash for red-eye reduction will trigger the external flash. Do not use red-eye reduction when using a slave unit.
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Rear Curtain Sync Flash
When using the built-in flash with AF360FGZ that is set to the rear curtain flash function, the internal flash will also use this mode. Confirm that both flash units are fully charged before shooting.
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Using the Built-in Flash with the External Flash
As shown in the figure below, attach the hot shoe adapter F
G
(optional) to the camera hot shoe and an off-camera shoe adapter F (optional) to the bottom of the external flash, and connect these with the extension cord
F5P (optional). The off camera shoe adapter F comes with a tripod screw for securing to your tripod.
Only the P-TTL auto flash can be used in combination with the built-in flash.
When combining with the built-in flash
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Discharging Multiple Flashes
You can combine two or more AF360FGZ external flashes or you can use two or more AF360FGZ external flashes in combination with the built-in flash. Connect them as shown in the figure below: Attach an off-camera shoe adapter F (optional) to the external flash and the hot shoe adapter F
(optional) and connect the extension cord F5P (optional) to the off-camera shoe adapter F on the other external flash.
• Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip. A malfunction may occur.
• Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using the AF360FGZ.
When combining two or more external flashes
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When using multiple AF360FGZ units or an AF360FGZ unit with the built-in flash, P-TTL is used for flash control.
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Contrast-Control-Sync Flash
Combining two or more AF360FGZ or using AF360FGZ in combination with the built-in flash allows twin flash photography (contrast-control-synch flash photography). This is based on the difference between the amounts of light discharged from two units.
• Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur.
• Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using the PENTAX dedicated automatic flashes.
1 Connect the external flash to the camera indirectly. (p.157)
2 Set the sync mode for AF360FGZ to the Contrast-Control-Synch mode.
3 Turn the mode dial and set the exposure mode to e , b , c or a .
4 Confirm that both the external flash and built-in flash are fully charged and then take the picture.
5
• For contrast control synch flash photography when using two external flashes, the flash set as the contrast control flash is flash 2, and the other external flash is flash 1. When using an external flash with the built-in flash, the built-in flash is flash 1, and the external flash is flash 2.
• When using two AF360FGZ units or an AF360FGZ unit with the built-in flash,
P-TTL is used for flash control.
• The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/90 second in the Contrast-
Control-Synch mode.
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Settings During Playback
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Changing Playback Display Method
Set information to show during playback.
The camera switches display information when you press M button.
Images only Only captured images are displayed.
Image+Histgrm Images and histogram are displayed.
Image+Detailed Info Image details appear with a small image in the upper left.
Last memory Display settings are retained from previous session.
Set in [Plybk dsply mthd] in the [
Q
Plybk dsply mthd
Images only
Image+Histgrm
Image+Detailed Info
Last memory
Cancel OK OK
Refer to p.18 for various display information details.
Displaying Bright Portion Warning
If [Bright Portion] is selected on the Instant Review and playback screens, bright areas in the image blink.
The default setting is off.
OFF
Instant Review
Instnt review+Plybck
Turn off the bright portion warning.
Bright portion warning is displayed only during Instant
Review.
Bright portion warning is displayed during Instant Review and playback.
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Set in [Bright Portion] in the [
Q
Bright Portion
OFF
Instant Review
Instnt review+Plybck
Cancel OK OK
Setting the Slideshow Display Interval
You can play back all images recorded on your SD Memory Card
Set image display interval to [3 sec], [5 sec], [10 sec] or [30 sec]. The default setting is [3 sec].
Q
Playback
Plybk dsply mthd
Bright Portion
Digital Filter
Slideshow
Cancel
3 sec
5 sec
10 sec
30 sec
OK OK
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After setting, press the 4 button to start slideshow.
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Camera Settings
Formatting the SD Memory Card
Be sure to format new SD Memory Card with the camera before using the card.
Formatting will delete all the data on the SD Memory Card.
• Do not open the card cover while formatting SD Memory Card. The card may be damaged beyond use.
• Formatting will delete protected data. Be aware.
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1
H
2
Press the four-way controller ( 5 ) to display the Format screen.
3
Use the four-way controller ( 2 ) to select [Format].
Format
All data deleted
Format
Cancel
OK OK
4
Press the 4 button.
Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the camera is ready to take pictures.
Turning the Beep On and Off
You can turn the camera operation beep on or off. The default setting is
[On].
H
Set-up
Format
Beep
Date Adjust
World Time
Guide display
Exit
English
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Changing the Date and Time and the Display
Style
You can change the initial date and time settings. You can also set the display style. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd]. Choose [12 hour] or [24 hour] for time display method.
1 Setting the Date and Time (p.35)
5
Date Adjust
Date Style mm/dd/yy24h
Date
Time
Cancel
01 / 01 / 2005
00 : 00
OK OK
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Setting the World Time
The date and time selected in [Initial Settings] (p.33) serve as the date and
time of your present location.
Setting [World Time] enables you to display the local date and time on the
LCD monitor when traveling overseas.
1
H
2
Press the four-way controller
( 5 ).
World Time
The World Time screen appears.
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New York
00:25
3
Use the four-way controller ( 45 ) to select O (On) or P
(Off).
O
P
Apply time of city set in X (Destination)
Apply time of city set in W (Hometown)
4
Press the four-way controller ( 3 ).
The selection frame moves to X . The city with X blinks.
5
Press the four-way controller ( 5 ).
The screen for magnifying the Destination region appears.
Use the four-way controller ( 45 ) to change the region to magnify.
6
Press the four-way controller ( 3 ).
The frame moves to city.
7
Use the four-way controller
( 45 ) to select the Destination city.
The current time, location and time difference of the selected city appears.
Destination
London
DST
Cancel OK OK
+05:00
05:25
8
Use the four-way controller ( 3 ) to select [DST].
9
Use the four-way controller ( 45 ) to select O (On) or P
(Off).
Select O (On) if the Destination city uses daylight saving time (DST).
10
Press the 4 button.
The World Time setting is saved.
To continue with World Time setting operations, press the 4 button to return to the World Time screen.
World Time
London
New York
01:25
11
Press the 3 button twice.
The camera is ready to take pictures.
• See “List of World Time Cities” (p.166) for cities that can be specified as a
destination.
• Select W in Step 4 to set the city and DST setting.
• X appears on the guide display screen if World Time is on ( O
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List of World Time Cities
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Region
North
America
Central and
South
America
Europe
Africa/
West Asia
Buenos Aires
Sao Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
Madrid
London
Paris
Amsterdam
Milan
Rome
Berlin
Stockholm
Athens
Helsinki
Moscow
Dakar
Algiers
Johannesburg
Istanbul
Cairo
Jerusalem
City
Honolulu
Anchorage
Vancouver
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Calgary
Denver
Chicago
Miami
Toronto
New York
Halifax
Mexico City
Lima
Santiago
Caracas
Region
Africa/
West Asia
East Asia
Oceania
City
Nairobi
Jeddah
Tehran
Dubai
Karachi
Kabul
Male
Delhi
Colombo
Kathmandu
Dacca
Yangon
Bangkok
Kuala Lumpur
Vientiane
Singapore
Phnom Penh
Ho chi Minh
Jakarta
Hong Kong
Beijing
Shanghai
Manila
Taipei
Seoul
Tokyo
Guam
Perth
Adelaide
Sydney
Noumea
Wellington
Auckland
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Setting the Display Language
You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed.
H
You can choose from eleven languages: English, French, German,
Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese (Traditional /
Simplified) and Japanese.
1 Setting the Display Language (p.33)
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English
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Svenska
Nederlands
OK OK
Turning the Guide Display On and Off
Set to display guides on the LCD monitor when main switch is on or
Exposure mode is changed. (p.16)
O
P
Guide display on
Guide display off
Set in [Guide display] in the [
H
Set-up
Format
Beep
Date Adjust
World Time
Guide display
Exit
English
5
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Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor
You can adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor. Adjust settings when the LCD monitor is hard to see.
Set in [Brightness Level] in the [
H
Set-up
Brightness Level
Video Out
Transfer Mode
Auto Power Off
File #
Sensor Cleaning
0
1 min
SerialNo
OK OK
5
Selecting the Video Output Format
When you connect the camera to AV equipment such as a TV, choose the appropriate video output format (NTSC or PAL) for playing back images.
H
1 Connecting the Camera to AV Equipment (p.70)
Set-up
Brightness Level
Video Out
Transfer Mode
Auto Power Off
File #
Sensor Cleaning
Cancel
0
NTSC
PAL
1 min
SerialNo
OK OK
The video output format varies according to region. The video output format used in North America is NTSC.
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Setting Auto Power Off
You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain length of time. Select from [1 min], [3 min], [5 min], [10 min], [30 min] or
[Off]. The default setting is [1 min].
Set in [Auto Power Off] in the [
H
Set-up
Brightness Level
Video Out
Transfer Mode
Auto Power Off
File #
Sensor Cleaning
Cancel
1 min
3 min
5 min
10 min
30 min
Off
OK OK
Auto Power Off will not work during slideshow playback, a USB connection, remote control shooting or while displaying menu or Fn menu.
5
Resetting the File Number
You can set the File Number used for the images when inserting a new SD
Memory Card. The default setting is [SerialNo].
SerialNo
Reset
The file number for the most recently captured image is placed in memory and the file number will remain continuous after inserting the new SD Memory Card.
Every time a new SD Memory Card is inserted, the file number is the smallest number. When an SD Memory Card with stored images is inserted, numbering continues from the last stored file number.
H
Set-up
Brightness Level
Video Out
Transfer Mode
Auto Power Off
File #
Sensor Cleaning
Cancel
0
NTSC
PC
1 min
SerialNo
Reset
OK OK
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Setting the Instant Review
Setting the Display Time
Select from [1 sec], [3 sec], [5 sec] or [Off]. The default setting is [1 sec].
Set in [Instant Review] in the [
A
Rec. Mode
Instant Review
Auto Bracket
AE Metering
Focusing Area
AF Mode
Flash Exp. Comp.
Cancel
1 sec
3 sec
5 sec
Off
AF.S
0.0
OK OK
5
Displaying Histogram During Instant Review
Set to display histogram during Instant Review.
Select [2 (Plybck with Hstgram) in [Instant Review Dsply] in the
[ A
Custom] menu. (p.101) The default setting is to not display histogram.
Instant Review Dsply
Normal Playback
Plybck with Hstgram
Playback with histogram is performed
Resetting to Default Settings
Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu
Settings in [ A Rec. Mode] menu, [ Q Playback] menu and [ H Set-up] menu are reset to default settings.
However, Date Adjust, Language/ reset.
, Video Out and World Time are not
1
H Set-up] menu.
2
Press the four-way controller ( 5 ) to display the [Reset] screen.
3
Use the four-way controller ( 2 ) to select [Reset].
Reset
Back to initial settings
5
Reset
Cancel
OK OK
4
Press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.
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Resetting the Custom Function Menu
5
Reset settings in [ A Custom] menu to default settings.
Settings in [ A Rec. Mode] menu, [ Q Playback] menu and [ H Set-up] menu are not reset.
1
A Custom] menu.
2
Press the four-way controller ( 5 ) and display the Reset
Custom Fnction screen.
3
Use the four-way controller ( 2 ) to select [Reset].
Reset Custom Fnction
Returns the custom function settings to initial settings
Reset
Cancel
OK OK
4
Press the 4 button.
The camera is ready to take or play back images.
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