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Asahi Pentax ZX-50 Operating Manual

1. Open the back cover insert a roll of film align the end 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 24 8 Composing the scene with the zoom ring While looking through the viewfinder turn the zoom ring to the right or left until you obtain the desired com position See page 30 Set the focus mode switch to AF See page 33 9 Focus on the subject and shoot Focus J on the subject Depress the shutter re lease button fully to take a photo See page 34 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES The following conditions a correct exposure may not be obtained because the camera always set the maximum ap erture even if you set your desired f stop 1 When a lens without the A position on the aperture ring is attached 2 When an F or FA lens is attached with the aperture ring set other than the A position Function l Lens Mount type Autofocus Lens only Lens with AF Adapter 1 7X Manual focus with Fl 4 with Matte field Multi 2 segment metering 1 As an F and FA Soft lens do not have the A position on the aperture ring a correct exposure may not be ob tained 2 A correct exposure may not be obtained 3 Lenses with a maximum aperture of f 2 8 or larger See AF Adapter operating manual 4 Manual focusing using the focus indicator FI O in the viewfinder
2. 16 speed EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED A correct exposure is established by a combination of shutter speed and aperture setting according to the subject brightness 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 If 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 high shutter speed will allow the Image of a moving subject to be frozen A higher shutter speed also helps prevent camera shake Open aperture 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 hi
3. way down re aim the camera or recompose the picture then depress the shutter release button all the way to release the shutter e Lifting your finger off the shutter release button clears the in focus indicator in the viewfinder and cancels the focus lock function e To refocus on another subject lift your finger off the shutter release button 7 BASIC OPERATION FOR THE BUILT IN RETRACTABLE TTL FLASH RTF Tv Jo Av 4 6 The Flash Recommended Indicator if the built in flash is recommended the flash recommended indicator 4 starts blinking in the view finder and on the LCD panel when the shutter release button is depressed halfway down e n the Picture Mode and the Aperture Priority AE Mode the flash recommended indicator 5 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 attempting to photograph a subject in a backlit situation SNILOOHS NOILVH3dO DISVA ll ONILOOHS NOILvuado ossva iasg Tv Jo jJ 4 Av M 5 Q Using the built in flash It E is displayed on the LCD panel it indicates that the automatic flash function is set Delete it from the LCD panel See page 45 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 charg
4. OPERATING MANUAL De r zT Pm a o ee e zm Tt aes e Pa 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 Read this instruction manual carefully to get a full ex planation of operations before use 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 Icon indicators used in this manual Operation direction Automatic operation Attention Lamp blinking Correct incorrect 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 p Q Select switch O Shutter release button LCD panel p 6 O Main switch p 20 O Hot sho
5. 10 C 122 F to 14 F 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 everyone 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 PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE 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 Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures but will recover in nor
6. 5 Lenses with a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or larger 6 The bar graph in the viewfinder does not light up Notes The A F and FA lenses are the bayonet mount lenses e The A F and FA lenses have A auto position on existing K mount lenses The screw mount lens CANNOT be used to this camera because correct exposures will not be obtained EEEDHOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections allowing you to optimize the use of the camera Il ADVANCED OPERATIONS Page 46 89 I BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION Page 13 26 IV OTHER INFORMATION Page 90 99 Il BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING Page 27 45 If you want to begin taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible read section and Il BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION and BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING These sections introduce only the basic functions of this camera More detailed information can be found in section Il and section IV 1 ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP T T rom d 4 t I BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION NOIL VHVd3Hd NOILVH3dO 2ISV8 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 ENID 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES 1 Open the battery chamber cover by using a 2 Load two 3V lithium batteries CR2 or co
7. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position 2 Set the mode dial to M M appears on the LCD panel to indicate that the Manual Exposure Mode is set e If a lens without the A position or an F or FA lens with the aperture set other than A position is attached the bar graph in the view finder will blink 3 Change the shutter speed by moving the se lect switch or the aperture by moving the se lect switch while holding down the exposure compensation button To obtain the proper exposure change the aperture setting or the shutter speed until the dot is displayed in the center of the bar graph in the veiwfinder e When the shutter release button is depressed half way the shutter speed aperture and bar graph will be displayed in the viewfinder e The bar underneath the shutter speed will be dis played and the bar underneath the aperture indication will also be displayed when the exposure compensa tion button is depressed e When the dots are displayed to the side on the bar graph it indicates overexposure and when the dots are displayed to the O 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 3or 3 steps 3EV GO or in dicator will blink 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 I
8. tion may occur sIn the Contrast Control Sync Flash Mode the top flash sync speed is 1 60 of second 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 80 The Built in flash can be operated with any type of Pentax TTL dedicated flash unit SNOILVH3dO G39NVAQV lil S Overview of Flash Function CAMERA FUNCTION Slow speed sync in the Shutter Priority AE Mode or Metered Manual Mode Contrast control flash mode 4 TYPE A Built in flash TYPE B AFSOOFTZ 6 AF330FTZ TYPE C AFAOOFTZ AF240FT TYPE D AF400T AF280T AF220T AF200T AFO80C AF140C AF200S AF200S AF160 AF140 SNOILVH3dO Q39NYAQV Il TYPE E Notes 1 When using a Type D flash except AF200S and AF220T in the MS Manual Sync or M Manual Mode or when using a Type E flash set the cam era s exposure mode to the Aperture Priority AE Mode Metered Manual or Bulb The Picture Mode and Aperture Priority AE Modes cannot be used because the actual required aperture value may change TYPE A After the flash is charged the camera automatically switches to the flash sync speed utomatic aperture setting in the Picture Mode or Shutter Priority AE Mode Flash confirmation in the viewfinder EE ME TTL auto flash le ad TYPE
9. Ill SNOILvHado daoNvAav il PICTURE MODE Ea TED EU A Y wo 55 i ee ae AE p You can also select your desired Picture Mode manu 2 To select the desired picture mode move the ally The picture mode has a total of 5 modes as follows select switch until Ium superimposes on the see details for each mode on page 55 59 picture mode displayed on the LCD panel How to set l e When the lens aperture ring is set to a position other Set the lens aperture ring to A than the position a correct exposure may not be ob 1 Set the mode dial to G amp tained To the right Green Operation Portrait Program Landscape Program ge Close up Program p ction Program Mode Eg Mode LA Mode d Mode LS 7 Mode X To the left x 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 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 MW Move the select switch until LJ superim poses on e When the shutter release button is depressed haif way the shutter speed and aperture setting are dis played in the viewfind
10. Sure may not be obtained 2 Set the mode dial to Tv e ME wieS Sb Qi p JA 3 Select the desired shutter speed by moving the select switch e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and aperture indication will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel e The bar underneath the shutter speed will also be dis played Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the aperture set ting 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 ob tain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is ad justed Select a darker subject if the subject ts too bright Use a flash if it is too dark SNOILVH3dO Q39NVAOV iil 62 PENTAX 35 eimi 00000000 shutter speed ts 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 g against a blurred background For details on the effect 2 Set the mode dial to Av of the aperture setting see page 87 sure may not be obtained gt O lt gt 2 O m E Using the Aperture Priority AE Mode How to set y 1 Set the lens aper
11. a lens to prevent unex pected operation of the lens 3 To remove the front lens cap squeeze the tabs on both sides in the direction of the arrow e We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manu facturers e 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 e 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 NOIL Vu Vd3ud NOILVH3dO DISVA 4 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON 5 TURNING ON THE POWER 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 1 J Y e To prevent camera shake depress the shutter release button gently e Before loading a roll of film slowly depress the shutter release button to learn where the first position is The LCD indication stays on for about 10 seconds after the button is released from the halfway position i Depress
12. 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 4 Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 28 70mm 5 Vignetting will occur at focal lengths between 80 90mm 8 SETTING THE FILM SPEED ISO MANUALLY 3 This camera automatically reads the film speed from the film s DX code However the film speed setting can be changed If you use a non DX coded film set the film speed manually How to set 1 Set the mode dial to ISO SET 2 Move the select switch until the desired ISO is displayed on the LCD panel 3 After the SO is set set the mode dial to any other position other than ISO SET e To change the ISO turn the select switch to the left for a smaller number lower film speed or right for a larger number higher film speed The shutter cannot be released with the mode dial set at ISO SET e ISO is displayed when the film speed is set manu ally SNOILVH3dO Q32NVAGV ill SNOILVH3dO OJONVAQV Iii 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 Open the back cover Ensure that a film is not loaded 2 Loosen the battery cover f
13. 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 SNOILVH3dO GZONVAGV iil COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THE BUILT IN FLASH SNOILvuadO aa3oNvAOv I compatible incompatible because of vignetting Lens name Compatibility Lens name Compatibility F Fish Eye Zoom 17 28mm f 3 5 4 5 x FA Zoom 100 300mm f 4 5 5 6 i F Zoom 24 50mm f 4 Da 1 F or FA Zoom 250 600mm f 5 6 x FA Zoom 28 70mm f 4 L FA20mm f 2 8 x FA Zoom 28 70mm f 2 8 FA 24mmf 2 FA Zoom 28 80mm f 3 5 4 7 bos F Zoom 28 80mmf 3 5 4 5 NX 2 FA Zoom 28 105mm f 4 5 6 3 FA Zoom 28 200mm f 3 8 5 6AL A A F Zoom 35 70mmf 3 5 4 9 F Zoom 35 80mm f 4 5 6 D F Zoom 35 105mm f 4 5 6 is F Zoom 35 135mm f 3 5 4 5 O FA Zoom 70 200mm f 4 5 6 uw F Zoom 70 210mm f 4 5 6 FA Zoom 80 200mm f 2 8 5 F Zoom 80 200mm f 4 7 5 6 Me F Zoom 100 300mm f 4 5 5 6 e For FA 28mm f 2 8 F or FA 50mm f 1 4 F or FA 50mm f 1 7 FA Bbmmf 1 4 For FA 135mm f 2 8 FA 200mm f 2 8 FA 300mm f 2 8 For FA 300mm f 4 5 F or FA 600mm f 4 F or FA MACRO 50mm f 2 8 F or FA MACRO 100mm f 2 8 1 Focal lengths between 28 50mm lens vignetting will not occur But the inappropriate lens warning will appear at focal lengths
14. ds ay At ISO 100 with F35 80mm f 4 5 6 lens At ISO 100 Wim F35 80mm f die 5 6 lon x 4 4 In Portrait Program Mode gt 4 me k lee MK 07584 88 ty At ISO 100 with F35 80mm f 4 56 lens Action Program Mode Close up Program Mode e A a ARAN Ev R 7 8 a wow Ug 3232 4 15 16 0018 19 20 2 EV i N A Ne UXMC Ue Fee JS S ENS NY Ew bw SEN A 1 N N AP 4 22 N NX OON f 4 i Ne x x N E Ts i amp t6 p EN M x INS e aq Bm n e Am gt reo omo m dm m ow Sh 0 56 ING 35mm 1 4 4 13500 A e 23 A 3 2 4 Ou S 14 4 ta E E Er a odios d cR ess ls E A 4 25 4 y 4 n Eolo 8 bt 3X 0 125 250 50 1000 2000 Lok both ooo A L ise X RR O8 ds 0 4 Bo s 3 60 125 250 500 1000 2000 At ISO 100 with F35 80mm f 4 5 6 lens At ISO 100 with F35 80mm f 4 5 6 lens SY3H LO iiil SYJHLO Ilii All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are quaranteed 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 repre
15. 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 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 e Never touch the shutter curtain or mirror with your finger or any other object e Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accu mulated on the lens or viewfinder e Never use solvents such as paint thinner alcohol or benzene to clean the camera e Electrical problems may often be caused by water dirt or dust at points of electrical contact Also check for battery 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 Other precautions The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50 C to
16. 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 lt press the SELECT button until will blink And press the ADJUST button 6 in sync with a time signal to set the second to zero 4 Press the SELECT button to stop the ad justed hour minute from blinking e 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 The working temperature for data printing is 0 50 C Use DX coded films with ISO rating from 25 1600 f high speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 1600 is used the imprinted characters may blur e If film with ISO rating of 50 or slower is used the printed characters may be dark or dim f you release the shutter while the blinking data is being corrected the data cannot be imprinted 11 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 Fc 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 fully charged 5 Proceed as if the built in flash were being used e When the flash is fully charged the ready lamp on the flash unit lights up When the shutter
17. light 2 When the film is fully rewound only a blinks on the LCD panel NOIL VuVd3Hd NOIL VH3dO DISVS 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 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 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 roll rewind button by using the protruding part of the strap clamp Do not depress the button with an object having a sharp tip Before opening the back cover check that Q is blinking II BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING 1 USING THE GREEN OPERATION MODE 1 For easy picture taking use this mode You simply de press the shutter release button The camera selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed automatically Confirm that the lens aperture ring is set to the A position if the aperture ring is set to a position other than the A position a correct exposure may not be obtained Ho
18. release button is depressed halfway down 4 appears in the view finder indicating the flash is ready e 5 5 E 5 5 5 55 55 5 5 5 5 AAA 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 e Hot Shoe Adapter Fs e Off Camera Shoe Adapter F e Extension Cord F5P HOTSHOE ADAPTER Fo OFF CAMERA SHOE F7 5P SYNC CORDF EXTENSION CORD F5P SNOILVH3dO GJDNVACYV iil sNoi1vu3do azonvaaw Jf 18 AF500F TZ and AF330FTZ e 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 AFSOOFTZ 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 Multiple flash burst on a single frame is possible with the AF500FTZ e These flash units feature the contrast control sync flash See page 79 for more details In the Picture Mode Shutter Priority AE or Aperture Priority AE the TTL Auto Flash Mode will be set auto matically even if the flash is set to the Manual Mode When the flash is charged and left u
19. the focus mode switch to AF Focus manually by using the matte field The subject is difficult to autofocus Symptoms nes JO Remedes Reference Pictures are overexposed A non A position lens is used Attach an A F or FA lens P 10 P27 P60 Qi blinks in the viewfinder The subject is too close or difficult to Focus manually by using the matte autofocus field The built in flash does not The battery is dead Replace the battery P 14 charge y The power zoom system does The camera does not have the power Push the power zoom ring forward until not function zoom function the words POWER ZOOM appear SH3HLO AT Type Format Usable Film Exposure Modes SY3HLO Hil Shutter Lens Mount Compatible Lens Autofocus System Viewfinder Viewfinder Indication External LCD panel Indication SPECIFICATIONS TTL autofocus auto exposure 35mm SLR with built in TTL auto flash RTF 24x36mm 35mm perforated cartridge film DX coded film with ISO 25 5000 non DX coded films with ISO 6 6400 Picture Mode Green Operation Mode Portrait Program Mode Landscape Program Mode Close up Program mode Action Program Mode Aperture Priority AE Mode Shutter Priority AE Mode Metered Manual Mode Bulb Mode TTL Flash Mode 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 Shu
20. the shutter release button fully to take the photograph SNOILVH3dO GAONVAGV i SNOILVu3dO Q39NVAQY Ili When the autofocus mode or the in focus indi cator is not usable for focusing When the autofocus function or the viewfinder s in focus indicator 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 thanf 5 6 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 A lens 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 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 SNOILVH3dO Q3O9NVAOV iil SNOILVH3d0 g3oNvAav Il HARD TO AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTS Tae aut
21. 0 TABLE OF CONTENTS Turning on the DOWEM erar irkaii didai ene e sees one 20 Using the Data Back eem 21 Film loading A wee ee ew 22 Unloading Tlie rr ira o 25 e Rewinding a film in mid roll nnn 26 I BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING 00000 0000 27 45 Using the Green Operation Mode vv rrr 27 Setting the Single Frame Drive Mode 29 Using 266m lansos Suite doo cc pa 30 Holding the Camera 39 Selecting the Autofocus Mode serene 33 Taking a picture ee ra rro rar rra rra 34 e Focus Lock Function ee MH 36 Basic operation of the Built in Retractable TTL Flash RTF er rr rr rr rr rr rr 37 e Red eye Reduction Flash Function vores 43 e Automatic flash function ee eerste eens 45 Ill ADVANCED OPERATION eeens 46 89 Selecting a Drive Mode ra os 46 e Consecutive Frame Mode Bees 47 Self Tire ss iii indie ares rU Ead 47 Manual focusing PESE hod caw e be Rad dE UE E MU Ex d 49 Using the snap in focus function I 51 Using the Picture Mode 0 0er teoroncoorannaco ran ranacancno noo 54 e Green Operation Mode ee 55 e Portrait Program Mode eee 56 e Landscape Program Mode ig ieee edie shine i eMe wA a Ste Ride VS CIE 57 e Close up Program Mode Mee 58 Action Program Mode Ree ee eee eer 59 Selecting an Exposure Mode ee rro rana rro 60 e Using the Shutter Priority AE Mode 60 e Using the Aperture Priority AE Mode e 62 Using the Metered Manual Mode eee 64 e Bulb Exposure ole se ee 66 About Exposure Compensation 9 68 Turn
22. E TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D NS Q 2 Only the AF2005 flash does not operate 3 Only the Metered Manual Mode can be used 4 The shutter speed is 1 60 of second or slower 5 Trailing shutter curtain sync flash combined with TYPE B or TYPE C flash 6 Multi burst and slave sync flash are possible Using other type of a flash Use of non Pentax flash units may damage the camera For the best results use a Pentax dedicated flash unit 12 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 e If the background is too bright it may be overexposed eWhen taking a daylight sync photograph in the Picture Mode the flash may not discharge even if the flash is in the popped up position Before shooting confirm that BEY is not displayed on the LCD panel SNOILVU3dO T39NVAQY I SNOILYYJdO GIONVAGY Purpose It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subject against a dimly lit background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow shutter speed to expose the low light background How to set With the Metered Manual Mode set 1 Depress the flash pop up but
23. as 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 In any case however shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender To prove the date of your purchase when required please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year Before sending your equipment for servicing please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer s authorized representatives or their approved repair shops unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer Always obtain a quotation for the service charge and only after you accept the quoted service charge instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in some countries can su persede this warranty policy Therefore we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of pur chase or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to re ceive a copy of the warranty policy STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol
24. d halfway down 2 is displayed in the viewfinder The shut ter speed and aperture setting are also displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel This mode selects a faster shutter speed to capture a moving subject Action Program Mode A How to set Set the mode dial to G3 Move the select switch until tJ superim poses on amp e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and aperture setting are dis 52 E played in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel T e ont woo wo This mode freezes the action and prevent blurred im ages This mode is especially convenient for active pho tography It is also suitable for portraits with blurred background SNOILVH3dO Q39NVAOV 111 5 SELECTING AN EXPOSURE MODE 2 SNOILVH3d4O CIDNVAOV lil 1 LS ej C 56 __ 35 80 Using the Shutter Priority AE Mode 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 ts 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 86 How to set 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the A position When the lens aperture ring is set to a posi tion other than the A position a correct expo
25. e p 77 Q Built in flash p 37 O Flash pop up button p 38 O Mode dial O Drive mode switch p 47 Strap lug p 13 p Release socket p 67 p Multi function button p 42 69 B Back cover release lever p 22 D Mid roll rewind button p 26 Focus mode switch p 33 49 Mirror p AF coupler p Lens information contacts D Lens lock button p 19 D Lens mount index p 18 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 AN WARNING This mark indicates precautions that if not followed could result in serious injury to the operator AN CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that if not followed could result in minor or medium injury to the operator or damage to the equipment A WARNING The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts Never attempt to disas semble the camera yourself e 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 an extended period may dam age your eyes Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of chil dren Seek medical assi
26. ed amp appears on the LCD panel When the shutter release button is depressed half way down 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 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 If 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 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 77 ONLLOOHS NOILVH3dO DISVA ll INILOOHS NOILVyIdO DISVB 40 Flash effective range in the Picture Mode with ISO 100 400 is used Maximum Lens Aperture Effective Range approx 0 8 39m 08 56m 26 12 8ft 26 184ft 3 3m 0 8 4 8m 6 10 8ft 2 6 15 7 ft approx 0 7 28m 07 40m 2 3 9 2ft 2 3 13 1ft approx 0 7 0 7 40m 23 Za 13 Tft approx 0 7 23 The effective range of the flash depends on the maxi mum aperture of the lens is in use A lens with a maximum ap
27. ed Manual Mode any combination of aperture and shutter speed slower than 1 100 can be set In this mode the expo sure of the background can be controlled by the man ual exposure while the flash properly exposes the foreground subject Calculating the flash effective distance accord ing to the camera to subject distance Maximum flash distance Guide Number Selected aperture Minimum flash distance Maximum flash distance Dx 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 ISO200 gt GN15 6 iSO25 gt GN5 5 ISO50 GN 7 8 ISO400 GN22 If an 150100 film is used at an aperture of f 2 8 the flash effective distance is obtained as follows Guide Number 11 2 8 3 9m 3 9 5 0 8m 11 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 f 3 choose the next smallest aperture ring number f2 8 in this
28. elease button halfway down the lens automatically focuses e See page 49 for manual focusing DNILOOHS NOILVH3dO DISVY ll 6 TAKING A PICTURE Set the focus mode switch to AF 1 Focus on the subject with the autofocus frame J indicated in red in the photo graph When the shutter release button is de pressed halfway down the lens automatically focuses 2 When the subject is in focus the focus indi cator O lights up and an audible PCV beep ing signal is emitted DNILOOHS NOILVH3dO DISVE e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and aperture setting are dis played in the viewfinder and the on LCD panel e 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 e The audible PCV Signal can be turned OFF See details on page 69 e 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 The subject is too close Adjust the camera to subject distance The subject is difficult to autofocus See HARD TO AUTOFOCUS subject on page 52 3 To release the shutter gently depress the shutter release button fully e The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out o
29. er and on the LCD panel SNOILVY3dO Q39NVAGV lil SNOILYYJdO Q39NVAGV Ili PIN Portrait Program Mode cil gx f A wbo Av 9 5 This mode is suitable for taking portrait photography How to set Set the mode dial to gh Move the select switch until 1 superim poses on amp When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and aperture setting are dis played in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel 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 Landscape Program Mode La This mode is ideal for landscape photography and sce nic snapshots How to set Set the mode dial to Gl Move the select switch until J superim poses on a J e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and aperture setting are also displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel SNOLLVHad0 G3ONVAGY Ill SNOILVH3dO Q39NVAQV Il 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 AD Move the select switch until C superim poseson When the shutter release button is depresse
30. erture of f 1 1 4 on its barrel 1 4 is marked as e This effective range table is only applicable when the exposure mode is set in the Picture Mode When any other exposure mode is used see page 71 e 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 Inappropriate lens warning when the built in flash is used When using an inappropriate F or FA lens amp 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 rin WITH THE BUILT IN FLASH see page 72 e 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 e When lenses other than an F or FA are used this warning will not appear ONILOOHS NOIL VH3dO DISVA il DNILOOHS NOILVH3dO 2ISV8 li Depress the multi function button with the built in fiash popped up At each press of the multi function button the flash mode on the LCD panel switches as shown in the chart 4 Forced Red eye reduction Automatic flash Red eye reduction emission 1p 43 Smart flash p 38 p 45 Automat c flash Smart flash The Automatic flash function wi
31. f focus e 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 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 release DNILOOHS NOILVHadO olsva ff DNILOOHS NO LV83dO 2ISVS Il ou wn s NS e ri lr Vas Focus Lock Function Purpose The camera focuses with the autofocus frame in the center of the viewfinder When the main subject is off the autofocus frame the main subject will not be fo cused properly Use the focus lock technique to bring the main subject into focus How to use 1 When the composition does not allow the autofocus frame to be placed over the most important subject in the picture the camera will focus on the background as shown in the illustration 2 To prevent this center the autofocus frame on the main subject and keep depressing the shutter release button halfway down The in focus indicator remains on indicating that the focus is temporarily locked While holding the shutter release button half
32. fully charged the shutter speed varies within the shutter speed range of 1 100 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 A lens lens or the Action Program Mode is in use the shutter speed will be set to 1 100 of second AFzoor AF280T AF400T Red 1 28 ta 1 4 Yeaw M 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 T9 Contrast Control Sync Flash Photography Using the AF330FTZ or AF500FTZ in combination with the built in flash allows twin flash photography contrast control synch flash photography This is based on the difference between the amount of light discharged from two units 1 Put the AF500FTZ or AF330FTZ in the Contrast Control Sync Flash Mode See the flash connection on page 77 2 Ensure that both flash units are fully charged and then shoot e 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
33. ght 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 ONILOOHS NOIL VH3dO DISVS ll DNLLOOHS NOILVHU3dO DISVA 1 E 4 HOLDING THE CAMERA Camera held vertically Camera held horizontally 5 2 it tit Un Hold the camera firmly with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations e 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 mak ing the picture blurred e To reduce camera shake support your body or the camera on a solid object a table tree or a wall for in stance e 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 is the inverse of the focal length For ex ample 1 50 of second when the focal length is 50mm and 1 100 of second when it is 100mm Using a tripod is recommended when the shutter speed ts slower than this B SELECTING THE AUTOFOCUS MODE GENE f Set the focus mode switch to AF e When you depress the shutter r
34. h 100 of the times about 2 hours CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing condi tions Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of Autofocus Flash and external conditions such as temperature and freshness of the battery Bulb exposure time o A Wu Low Battery Warning When the batteries are nearly exhausted the battery symbol ca appears on the LCD panel to warn you Replace the batteries as soon as possible See page 14 for replacing the batteries 17 e When the low battery warning CM 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 NOIL VHVd3Hd NOILVH3dO DISVA NOILYYYd3J d NOLLVUIAO DISVA 1 Remove the body mount cap and rear lens cap as shown in the illustration e The body mount cap is designed to protect the cam era against scratches and dust at the factory For stor age the optional accessory Body Mount Cap K is available 2 2 Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount attach the lens to the camera body and turn it fully to the right until you hear a click e Ensure that the camera s main switch is in the OFF position before attaching
35. iewfinder eyepiece Eyecup Fn p 48 O Exposure compensation button p 65 67 68 O Film information window Pressure plate O Back cover Film leader end mark p 23 O Battery chamber cover screw p 14 Battery chamber cover p 14 Sprocket p 23 P Tripod socket 14 DX information pins p 23 Film chamber MEMO MY 56721 ENG 4 Asahi Optical Co Lid 11 1 Nagatachce labore Creda ku Tokyo Wht GAPAN Pentax Europe n v Werweldsaan 35 1930 Zaventem BELO LM Pentax GmbH Juhus Visseler Strasse 104 D 22527 Hamburg GERMANY Pentax U K Limited Pentax House Heron Orte Langley Slough SLISPN L K Pentax France S A 22014 rue lean Pouimarch 95100 Argenteuil Cedex FRANCE Pentax Benelux B V itor Netherlands Spenveld 25 815 HER Breda NETHERLANDS dor Belum amp Luxemburg Veeiveldlaan 35 194 Zaventem BELGIUM Pentax Schweiz AG Industriestrasse 2 3305 Phetbkep SWITZERLAND Pentax Scandinavia AB I Box 65i 75127 Lropsca SWEDEN Pentax Corporation 35 Inverness Drive East Englewood Colorado IMS USA Pentax Canada Inc 3131 0 niversal Drive Missssdupa Ontario 4X 2E5 CANADA Copyright C Asahi Optical Co itd 199
36. in etc as shown in the illustration equivalent as shown in the illustration NOIL VuVd3Hd NOI1vu3aO oisva 3 Turn the battery chamber cover screw in the direction of the arrow to lock it securely e When the batteries are replaced all camera settings remain unchanged except the audible PCV signal switching red eye reduction flash function and auto matic flash function of the built in flash The optional AA Battery Pack F is also available for this camera instead of using the lithium batteries Replace the battery at the same time Do not mix bat tery brands type or an old battery with a new one NOILVHVd3Hd NOILVH3dO DISVA NOI1VyYVd3JYA NOIL VH3dO TISVA n 4 Slide the main switch to the ON position and check that the LCD panel shows the informa tion as shown above e The LCD display as shown above is displayed when the mode dial is set at GIG without a lens attached Battery Life using 24 exposure film rolls at 200 68 F General existing light photography about 100 rolls Flash photography about 25 rolls using flash 50 of the times about 12 rolls Flash photography using flash 100 of the times Bulb exposure time about 8 hours Battery Life using 24 exposure tilm rolls at 10 14 General existing light photography about 30 rolls Flash photography using flash 50 of the times about 15 rolls about rolls Flash photography using flas
37. information Ca Battery exhaustion warning Exposure counter PCV signal indication Exposure compen sation Exposure compensation value Self timer 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 Mirror Instant return mirror with AF secondary mirror Film Loading Film advances automatically to 1st frame after back cover is closed Film information window 1s provided Film Wind amp Rewind 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 Exposure Meter TTL multi 2 segment metering Metering range from EV1 to EV17 5 at 150100 with 50mm f 1 4 lens Exposure Compensation 3EV in 0 5EV step increments Flash Series control Retractable TTL Auto Flash RTF Guide number 11 150100 m Illumination 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 sync flash ISO range 25 400 Automatic flash function Red eye reduction flash function Flash sync Hot shoe with X contact with couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes ISO range 25 800 Power Source Two 3V lithium bat
38. ing off the audible PCV signal 69 Advanced operation for the Built in Retractable Flash RTF ir acacia sia 70 Compatibility of F and FA lenses with the built in flash eoeooooororcorcacconacracacoronocorconoacracas 72 Setting the film speed ISO manually SACRE waa e Edu 73 Installing the battery in the Data Back eerstes 74 Adjusting the data on the Data Back e 75 Using a Pentax Dedicated External Flash 77 Contrast Control Sync Flash Photography 79 Daylight sync shooting TP TM TERES 81 Slow speed sync shooting Bee 82 ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL c000rorrrrororrarccnanonccnono 83 Camera CASO n rne eh err tuse seta ehh 85 Effects of aperture and shutter speed ere 86 Depth of field m R Iee 88 The infrared index cce e lide Pra UR CDU MEL 89 IV OTHERS eee e 90 99 Troubleshooting Vade vae VR EI ee Ma ab a Eae r A 90 Specifications O RA AREA aa 92 Program lines EA a a a ia 94 Warranty policy A gore bald bie M MES re v Pa E ee 96 LCD PANEL INDICATION Bor WER HB Metered Manual Mode p 64 Green Operation Mode p 55 Portrait Program Mode p 56 Landscape Program Mode p 57 Close up Program Mode p 58 Action Program Mode p 59 Flash information p 37 38 Red eye reduction flash indication p 43 Automatic flash function information p 45 Smart flash information ISO Manual set film speed p 73 Tv cooo Shutter speed ca Battery exhau
39. ing the shutter release button down halfway 1 The power is turned ON when the main keeps the LCD indicator on switch is moved to the right 2 The power is turned OFF when the main switch is moved to the left NOILYYYdJ d NOILVH3dO DISVA m J 4 e When not in use ensure that the main switch is set to mm the OFF position y ip 7 Y 7 1d Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully down down first position Second position 6 USING THE DATA BACK 21 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 e M on the LCD indicates Month e When the shutter is released the bar mark in the display blinks for a few seconds to indicate that the data has been fni Year ien HE Day Month gt 81 No MN rr Day Year Day S Heus Minute e indicates that no data will be imprinted e f 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 75 The data back operates on a 3V lithium battery If the data imprinted on the picture or the data di
40. is not turned off when the Self A o z mn When using the Picture Mode 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 SNOlLvuado azonvaav II mately 1 100 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 autofocus lens is used or the Action Program Mode is set the camera uses the shutter speed of 1 7 100 second When using the Shutter Priority AE Mode e Shutter speeds slower than 1 100 of second can be set In this mode the aperture automatically changes ac cording to the ambient brightness making flash pho tography easy 7 ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT IN FLASH RTF When using the Aperture Priority AE Mode n 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 47100 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 When a Pentax non autofocus lens is used or the Action Program Mode is set the camera uses the shutter speed of 1 100 second Metered Manual Mode e When using the built in flash in the Meter
41. ixing 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 4 Reinstal the battery chamber cover and tighten the battery chamber fixing screw e f 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 10 ADJUSTING THE DATA If you purchased the DATE MODEL read this section DATE button SELECT button 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 e 3 Press the SELECT button 6 to stop the digit from blinking after you have changed the date The adjusted date has been entered SNOILVH3dO Q32NVAGV lit e The digit increases by one each time the ADJUST but ton is depressed Holding the button for about 2 to 3 seconds will change the digits continuously SNOILVH3dO OJONVAOY iii 16 Adjusting the hour minute 1 Press the SELECT button to make the
42. liberately 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 and WM appear in the view finder amp is displayed on the LCD panel Bisan who Shi E e Exposure compensation does not work in the 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 O 5EV step However when under or over exposure is set beyond 3 or 3 steps 3EV the dot will blink How to cancel Set the compensation value to O The exposure com pensation cannot be canceled even if the power is turned OFF or any other exposure mode is set 6 TURNING OFF THE AUDIBLE PCV SIGNAL GN Timer is in operation e To turn the audible PCV signal back on depress the multi function button to make the 9 appear on the LCD panel gt O lt gt The audible In Focus PCV signal can be turned off e Change the PCV Signal Mode only when the built in z flash is retracted If the PCV Signal Mode is switched How to cancel with the built in flash popped up the flash mode will Depress the multi function button to erase be changed D m from the LCD panel e The audible PCV signal
43. ll be set only with the Picture Mode set If any other mode is set the Red eye reduction or Forced emission mode will be set e When the built in flash is retracted depressing the multi function button switches the audible PCV signal ON and OFF 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 ts 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 reduces the red eye effect How to set 1 Push the flash pop up button to activate the flash 2 Depress the multi function button until amp appears on the LCD panel How to cancel With the built in flash popped up depress the multi function button until disappears from LCD panel SNILOOHS NOI1VH3dO DISVA ONILOOHS NOILVH3dO DISVA e Depress the multi function button only when the built in flash popped up If multi function button is de pressed with the built in flash retracted the PCV signal Mode will be changed When the AF5OOFTZ 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 e When only a dedicated flash is in use and is dis charged the red eye reduction dis
44. lowing two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any in terference received including interference thet may cause unde sired operation Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 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 harmfut interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will occur in a particular installa tion 1f this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canedian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations ZB NAMES OF WORKING PARTS II O Shutter curtain V
45. m 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 e 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 elf the end of the film leader is extremely bent straighten it or cut off the bent portion NOIL VuVd3Hd NOILVH3AdO DISVA l NOIL Vu Vd3ud NOlL vado oisva 21 Film loaded with slack No Film loaded flat Yes e f the film is not loaded properly Q __ on the LCD panel blinks indicating that the film Is not loaded properly Open the back cover and load the film once again 5 Close the back cover and set the main switch to ON The film automatically advances to the first frame e Check that and Q___ are displayed on the LCD panel e The film counter indication advances one each time the shutter is released cet ase i i rho B a3b 1 The film automatically rewinds at the end of the roii e During rewinding blinks on the LCD panel in dicating that the film is being rewound the exposure counter counts frame numbers in reverse e 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
46. mal temperatures Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling e f 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 lt may cause explosion or overheating PRACTICAL SHOOTING GUIDE Taking pictures of people in various situations Focusing Focus on the subject which is not in the center of the viewfinder e 224024a4504242004009002202640080090989090 99909299 9904049 p 36 Changing the in focus range np o rnoororarsnrontrnson oro o p 62 Flash photography Taking a picture in low light situations 0 p 37 Minimized the red eye effect 0886066 p 43 Automatic Flash Functions mnn p 45 Taking a picture in a open place such as a church or reception hall womb rrr rire eee ee eee eee Se eee eee eee p 77 Taking a portrait when the subject is in the shade p 81 Taking a picture of people with night scenery in the background s4 96068 t4 959 tee ee eee eee See ee eee eee eee eo p 82 ces Zooming the lens Making a subject larger or smaller 706 p 30 Exposure modes Taking a picture with the desired exposure setting hoaseeoecvovstuessoceqpeoctevatoastp veseectsaneqaevetieenoceeseceupet p 64 68 Taking a picture in st
47. n AF spotbeam and guide number of 33 in meters ISO 100 It fea tures the contrast control sync flash leading trailing curtain sync flash mode e AF220T A TTL Auto flash with the guide number of 22 in me ters ISO 100 It features the bounce flash Hot Shoe Adapter Fc Extension Cord F5P and Off Camera Shoe Adapter The adapters and cord which allow the AF220T AF240FT AF330FTZ AF400FTZ and AF5OOFTZ to be used off the camera while maintaining full elec tronic coupling to the camera Macro Flash AF140C A TTL macro flash unit with the guide numbers 14 in meters ISO 100 Refconverter 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 O2 R2 and Circular Polarizing Filter are available Each filter is available in sizes of 49mm 52mm 67mm and 77mm AA Battery Pack Fo The battery pack which takes four AA batteries can attach at the bottom of the camera instead of using the lithium batteries t SNOILYY3dO QJJNYAQAY iil SNOILV 3d0 GIONVAGY lil S Notes on accessories The following conditions a correct exposure may not be obtained because the camera always set the maxi mum aperture even if you set your desired f stop 1 When a lens without the A position on the aperture ring is attached 2 When an F or FA lens with the aperture set to a posi tion other tha
48. n the A position is used Above mentioned inconvenience will occur when an F FA 85mm Soft lens or FA 28mm Soft lens is at tached because these lenses do not have the A posi tion on the lens aperture ring When the following accessories are combined with this camera a correct exposure may not be obtained Accessories for close up photography Auto extension tube set K Auto extension tube K 50mm Auto extension tube 100mm Helicoid extension tube K Auto bellows A 49mm and 52mm Reverse Adapter K Extension tube K Microscope adapter K Mount adapters Adapter K for 645 lens 67 lens adapter K 15 CAMERA CASE 85 The soft case is available as an option and consists of a front and a back case 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 e Choose one of the front cases in accordance with the table to the right e The back case Fe 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 20mm 28mm 50mm t7 1 4 1 7 Fish Eye Zoom 17 28mm Zoom 35 80mm 24mm Macro 50mm 135mm Zoom 28 70mm f 4 Zoom 28 80mm Zoom 28 200mm 85mm f 1 4 Macro 100mm Zoom 105mm Zoom 70 200mm F Zoom 80 200mm SNOILVH3dO Q3ONVAQGY lli sNOILve3d0 a3oNvAav IIl Slow shutter
49. nd 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 SNOILVH3dO G3ONVAGV lil 17 DEPTH OF FIELD Zoom 35 80 mm f 4 5 8 lens focused at the distance of 2m with the lens focal length 35mm Camera to subject distance m Depth of field refers to the range around the optimum The Range Allowed for Focusing focusing point of the subject in which the elements at The in focus range varies depending on the aperture in different distances are in focus The depth of field in use Zoom lenses do not have a depth of field scale for creases as the aperture is closed down the focal length mechanical considerations SNOILVH3dO Q39NVAGOV Ili of the lens becomes shorter or the subject is positioned farther away 18 INFRARED INDEX When infrared film and an R2 or O2 filter are used the focal point is different from that of ordinary film ex posed in visible light The autofocus system cannot compensate for this difference automatically 1 Set the focus mode switch to MF 2 Focus on a subject manually and turn the fo cusing ring to the left by the distance indi cated on the infrared index 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 e in the autofocus mode the focus cannot compensate for infrared pictures To
50. nused 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 and AFAOOFTZ These flash units feature a built in infrared spotbeam to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low contrast conditions In the Picture Mode Shutter Priority AE or Aperture Priority AE the TTL Auto Flash Mode will be set auto matically even if the flash unit is set to Manual Mode 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 AF220T AF280T and AFAOOT 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 A lens is in use the shutter speed is set to 1 100 second The aperture value will also be fixed but will vary depending on what ISO film is loaded e 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
51. ofocus 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 51 Subjects which may fool the autofocus system include a Extremely low contrast subjects such as a white wall in the autofocus frame 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 1 e Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong backlight or with extremely bright backgrounds Notes on accessories The following condition does 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 e When using special effect filters or Magic image Attachment or Stereo Adapter 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 SNOILVH3dO G3JDNVAGV
52. out 12 seconds later e 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 Fu comes from the factory fitted to the camera s viewfinder accessory grooves Using a manual focus lens When mounting a non autofous lens A lens with a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or larger f 1 2 to 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 O lights up in the viewfinder and an audible PCV signal is heard The audible PCV signal can be can celed See page 69 um 90000009 A S Y How to focus n a ET MEN LI 3 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 5 When the subject comes into focus the in focus indicator O lights up in the view finder Depress
53. play from the LCD panel is 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 E AUTOMATIC FLASH FUNCTION SMART FLASH FUNCTION This is a convenient built in flash mode that the flash discharges only when it is necessary even if the flash ts in the popped up position How to set 1 Push the flash pop up button to activate the tlash 2 Depress the multi function button until ED appears on the LCD panel R72 4 OR WD 0 4 T Jo Av 4 5 a_i e In the Picture Mode the automatic flash function will only operate 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 off How to cancel With the built in flash in its popped up position depre
54. rong backlit situations with the main subject in the shadow 00800nn80 68 p 81 Putting yourself into a picture tmn p 47 Taking a group photograph correr rro rra rr rr stone p 56 Taking a portrait photograph Peewee een ETHER ETE OREO OE OHS p 56 Taking a picture in strong backlit situations with the main subject in the shade aasacessov demobtt oaseovaenent tata p 81 Taking a picture of people with night scenery in the background rra rro ra rr rar rr rra rr sr rr eo p 82 Landscape photography Taking a picture of night scenery 868 p 66 Taking a picture of people with night scenery p 82 Imprinting the data on a picture 0000868 p 21 Taking consecutive pictures of a moving subject p 47 Taking a picture of a moving subject p 59 60 Taking a close up picture of flower 66686 p 58 Names of working parts 0 nnn Flaps safe use of your camera vo Inside cover Precautions for your camera c n nn 1 Precautions for battery usage sss sree 2 Practical shooting guide n8 3 Table of contents ccce 4 LCD panel indication eee 6 Viewfinder INDICATION enne nni pre pentes 7 Easy to use For beginners c 060n66n66 8 Camera functions available with various lenses 10 How to use this operating manual 00666 12 Il BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION 13 26 Attaching the camera strap sss 13 Loading the batteries se 14 e When the battery is exhausted nnn 17 Attaching the lens ccn Me 18 Operating the shutter release button crs 2
55. sentatives shall not be ti able for any reparr 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 ts expressly agreed that the hability of the manufacturer or fS representatives unger all guarantees or warran tes whether expressec 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 equip ment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required If the equipment is cov ered by warranty repairs will be made and parts re placed free of charge and the equipment will be returned to you upon completion of servicing If the equipment ts 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 w
56. 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 SNOILYH3dO OJINVAOV lll IV OTHERS TROUBLESHOOTING suo IIl 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 Reference P 20 Causes Remedies The shutter does not release The main switch is OFF Turn ON the main switch The low battery warning UN appears Replace the battery The battery is improperly installed Install the battery properly o uo Set the mode dial to the another posi The mode dial is set at ISO SET tion Self timer mode s being set Cancel the self timer mode P 48 P 39 P 20 The built in flash ts being charged Wait until the flash is fully charged indicators do not appear on the The main switch is OFF Turn ON the main switch LCD panel No battery has been installed Install the battery The battery is improperly installed Install the battery properly The battery is dead Replace the battery Move the camera until the AF frame P 34 covers the subject The camera does not focus AF frame is not placed over the subject Increase the camera to subject dis p 35 tance The subject is too close P 3 E The focus mode is set to MF Set
57. splayed on the LCD panel become weak or invisible the battery may need replacing To replace the battery see page 74 See page 75 for more detail NOILVHVd3Hd NOIL VH3dO DISVA NOIL VH VAYA NOILYYJdO DISVA 7 7 FILM LOADING 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 ISO 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 73 Before loading film for the first time after purchase open the back cover and remove the protective card DO NOT TOUCH THE SHUTTER CURTAINS i AS is eee 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 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 e f you have pulled out too much film push it back into the cartridge to reduce the slack e The DX information pins in the film chamber are used to read fil
58. ss the multi function button until disappears from the LCD panel ONILOOHS NOILVH3dO OISVS AS o pS gt le O m o o v m D gt z e Ill ADVANCED OPERATIONS 1 SELECTING A DRIVE MODE This camera has a total of three drive modes as shown Types of Drive Modes Single Frame Mode O One picture is taken each time the shutter re lease button is depressed Consecutive Frame Mode Pictures can be taken consecutively while hold ing down the shutter release button See page 47 Self timer Mode A picture will be taken with a 1 2 second delay See page 47 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 21 e The camera focuses on the subject frame by frame in this mode e 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 1 Set the drive mode switch to SNOILVH3dO Q39NVAOV Il SNOILVuado azonvaay Il 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 ab
59. stance immediately if acci dentally swallowed Z CAUTION Do not use the flash near anyone s eyes as it may hurt them Be particularly careful with the flash around infants Never try to disassemble short or recharge the bat tery Also do not dispose of the battery in fire as it may explode e Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke Be careful not burn yourself during removal PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Y our Pentax camera is a high precision mecha nism Handle it with great care Precautions for storage e Avoid leaving the camera for an extended period 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 Precautions when taking pictures e 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 it off immediately with a dry soft cloth Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid ob jects lf 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
60. stion warning p 17 Av OG _ Aperture value a4 Exposure compensation p 68 en Audible PCV signal p 69 Q Film status information p 24 25 eua Exposure counter p 24 and Exposure compensation value p 68 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 VIEWFINDER INDICATION Autofocus AF frame p 34 Pa co Shutter speed Fe p Aperture value 5 Flash status information p 37 38 amp In Focus indicator p 34 TA Exposure compensation p 68 nt 0 Bar graph p 65 68 r EASY TO USE For beginners 1 Loading the batteries 2 Attaching the lens 3 Turning on the power Open the battery chamber cover by using Align the red indexes on the Slide the main switch to ON See a coin Load two batteries CR2 type ac lens and camera Turn the lens page 20 cording to the markings on the tothe right until it seats with a battery chamber cover See page 14 click See page 18 4 Positioning the aperture ring 5 Setting the mode dial While holding down the aperture Be sure to set the lens aperture Set the mode dial to GH See A lock button turn the lens aper ring to the A position page 28 The Green Operation ture ring to the A position Mode will be set See page 27 6 Loading Tim ee Wi
61. t 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 SNOILVH3dO Q39NVAOV l 66 tt os gj PENTAX 35 80 O lt gt z f O Bulb Exposure Mode M appears on the LCD panel 9 When the shutter release button is depressed half n Purpose way ti and the aperture indication appear in the z This mode s useful for the long exposures required for viewfinder and on the LCD panel o shooting night scenes and fireworks The shutter re e The bar underneath appears in the viewfinder Z mains open as long as the shutter release button is held down How to set 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the A position 2 Set the mode dial to M 3 Adjust the shutter speed to slower side by moving the select switch until 5 appears on the LCD panel 4 Select the desired aperture by moving the se lect switch while depressing the exposure compensation button Up to approx 8 hours of time exposure are possible with a new lithium battery at room temperatures 67 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 SNOILVH3dO GSONVAGY iil ED 5 ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION SNOILVH3d0 Q39NVAQV Iii dr bo mu Purpose The exposure compensation allows you to de
62. teries CR2 or equivalent Battery Exhaustion Battery exhaustion symbol CM is lit blinking when the shutter is locked no indication on the right hand Warning edge of the viewfinder Dimension and Weight 135 0mm W x90 5mm H x62 5mm D 5 3 x3 6 x2 5 345g 12 2 oz body only without batteries Date model Crystal quartz controlled LCD with digital clock auto calendar up to 2019 7 segment 6 digit LCD display Power source 3V lithium battery CR2025 or equivalent Number of prints Approx 5000 Dimension and Weight 135 00mm W x 90 5mm H x 62 5mm D 5 3 x 3 6 x 2 5 360g 12 602 body only without bat teries Supplied Accessories Hot Shoe Cover Fc Release Socket Cap F Camera Strap Fc Eye Cup Fu Finder Cap SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTIFICATION OR ANY OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE MANUFACTURER SH3H LO ill PROGRAM LINE Landscape Program Mode ERO uA de de E X9 ES qu Uds aee ER e A e E AS e N ae Me x x t s v ne x b EN x ES E 1 d EON N i E n y Te n s oy A e E E E A t e AS d ede nw e NE EN i aii AN x a DRM Mu i3 Ke 7 EA ES w gt 1 s Pes E NL ES E M J k Y x N 2 s a EN C m S A X Ne A S EN 5 T s x EN x x e E x A MA XD A AS ES SAS IX ES E a Nw NON xo UM E in EN PES a L AS a H pe L idm L a l1 ad l a x de 4 tu SU cb UM t as A C5
63. ton 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 1 100 of second and aperture combi nation for a correct exposure 4 Release the shutter 13 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 If the aperture in the viewfinder and the LCD panel blink a correct exposure will not be obtained for the background Adjust the shutter speed unttl 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 14 ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera Cable Switch F A shutter release cord designed for use with the MZ 50 ZX 50 MZ 10 ZX 10 M2 5 ZX 5 Z 1e P2Z 1 2 70 PZ 70 2 1 PZ 1 Z 20 PZ 20 Z 10 PZ 10 Magnifier Fs A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder e 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 sync flash leading trailing curtain sync flash mode e AF330FTZ A TTL Auto Zoom flash with a built i
64. tter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position Pentax Ks bayonet mount K mount with AF coupler lens information contacts Pentax Ka Ka and Ka lenses are usable Autofocus is possible using AF Adapter with Ka mount lenses With the K mount lens attached only the maximum aperture can be used TTL phase matching autofocus system AF operational brightness range EVO to 18 at ISO 100 with f 1 4 lensi Focus lock available using shutter release button Focus Mode AF predictive AF provided Manual MF Pentamirror finder Natural Bright Matte focusing screen Field of view 92 Magnification 0 77 with 50mm lens at Diopter 1 diopter Autofocus frame Focus Information In focus Green lamp is t front or back focus signals and unable to focus indi cator Green lamp blinks Shutter speed indication Aperture indication Flash ready indication S lit Bar graph exposure compensation Over or Under exposure indication in Metered Manual Mode ex posure compensation indication M Metered Manual Mode ca Green Operation Mode La Portrait Program Mode a Landscape Program Mode Ly Close up Program Mode EN Action Program Mode Shutter speed indication Aperture indication 4 Built in flash ready indication blinking slowly flash recommended warning 4 blinks rapidly Inappropriate lens warning Y Red eye reduction flash mode Iu Automatic flash function ISO indication ___ Film status
65. ture ring to the A position gt ina eee Fees fe eine i When the lens aperture ring is set to a posi Bee IRIS an appropriate tion other than the A position a correct expo 2 e E Xu n T WieS aii Q gt LA 3 Set the desired f stop by moving the select switch e When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down the shutter speed and the aperture indication will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel e The bar underneath the aperture indication will also be displayed 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 1f 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 ts adjusted Select a darker subject if it is too bright or use a flash if it is too dark SNOILVH3dO GSDNVAGY li SNOILVU3dO DIDNVAQV HH ts Using the Metered Manual Mode Purpose The manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination or taking creatively under or overexposured photographs How to set 1
66. w to set 1 Turn the lens aperture ring to the A posi tion as shown in the illustration e 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 DNILOOHS NOI1VH3dO DISVA INILOOHS NOILVH3dO DISVS 1 2 Set the mode dial to the Gh position 3 XVINIdA NCC j OFF ON SS y A F T MEF Leg MM 3 Move the select switch until superim poses on e See page 54 for any other exposure mode 2 SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 29 e One picture is taken each time the shutter release but ton is depressed See page 46 for other available function Set the drive mode switch to the LO position SNILOOHS NOIL VH3dO OISV8 li ONILOOHS NOI1VH3dO DISVA il Wide angle 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 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 The Image Size Tracking Mode Zoom Clip Mode Auto Zoom Effect Mode and Power Zoom function do not operate with this camera even if an FA lens IS at tached Turning the zoom ring to the ri

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