Pentax Digital Camera Lens User's Manual
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1. smc PENTAX DA INTERCHANGEABLE LENS OPERATING MANUAL FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX DA lens This smc PENTAX DA lens features a Quick Shift Focus System that lets you finely adjust the focus manually after the focus has been adjusted in addition to allowing you to enjoy taking pictures using autofocus or manual focus by mounting on the PENTAX xZa D series digital SLR camera For further information on the use of this function refer to p11 smc PENTAX DA lens can be used only with PENTAX xia D series SLR cameras It is not compatible with film SLR cameras Please read this operating manual carefully before using the lens to ensure that it is used properly In addition also refer to your camera s operating manual x In this operating manual smc PENTAX DA lens is shortened to DA lens x Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS cam Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product N WARNING This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed could result in serious injury to the user N CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed2. Built in Flash e External Flash Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built in Flash 2 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS o o o o smc PENTAX DA LENS Focusing ring Ze LA Lens hood d attaching index Distance scale MEN 37 Distance scale Depth of field scale Mounting index deme Note The DA lens does not have an aperture ring Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto A position so accessories without an auto A setting cannot be used with this lens Depth of field scale Distance index About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the PENTAX x s D series digital SLR camera The Kar mount of the DA lens is similar to conventional SLR lenses but the DA lens cannot be used on 35 mm SLR cameras Kar mount AF coupler Lens information contacts CAUTION Be careful not to damage or dirty the lens information contacts and AF coupler on the mount surfaces of the camera and lens Otherwise failure or malfunction may result MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place Memo Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens otherwise the lens will
3. could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment N WARNING Never look at the sun through the lens or camera Serious damage to the retina or total loss of eyesight may occur A CAUTION Do not leave the lens in direct sunlight without lens caps Direct sunlight passing through the lens will be intensified and should it focus on flammable materials fire may occur EB PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE Storage and mildew prevention Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag and store it in a dry well ventilated place Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet wardrobe drawer vehicle or where insect repellent or medicine is kept Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity where there is a risk of mildew growth Store the lens with a desiccant in a dry cabinet airtight container or plastic bag Leaving a saturated desiccant in the storage container can cause damage to the lens Be sure to read the instructions that come with the desiccant before use The lens is not waterproof When using the lens in a rain or mist be careful not to allow it to get wet 3 Never use any organic solvent such as thinner alcohol or benzine etc to remove dust on the lens 4 The lens is a precise optical instrument Be careful not to let it fall or subject it to strong shocks or pressure Use a cushion or similar pad to protect
4. not be properly mounted After mounting the lens gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place 2 To remove the lens Hold down the lens unlock button on the camera body and turn the lens counterclockwise LENS CAP 1 Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward as shown above 2 Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens then screw on the lens cap Memo e When not using the lens be sure to attach the lens cap e The lens cap for the DA FISH EYE 10 17 mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF is mounted by fitting it over the lens hood ES FOCUSING Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode and manual focus mode For details refer to your camera s manual 1 Using Autofocus Set the camera s focus mode to autofocus Press the shutter button halfway to autofocus With the s D camera you can also press the AF button to autofocus Focusing with the OK Button With the 4222252 xistDL ia Ds camera set as explained below autofocusing by pressing the shutter button halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to autofocus iat D S2 xisE DL ia DS On the C Custom menu select Enable AF for OK btn when shooting Memo For details on the setting procedure refer to the camera s instruction manua
5. When attaching the lens hood hold the focus ring and zoom ring securely to prevent them from turning When the lens hood is not in use it can also turned around and attached in the reversed position PH RBL 67mm GTi N AX me mm About the PL filter window If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the DA lens you can easily turn the filter via the PL filter window on the bayonet type hood Lens hood with PL filter window DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 18 55mm 3 5 5 6 AL DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1 Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above 2 Turn the outer rim of the circular polarizing filter from the PL filter window as shown above MATA 3 Attach the PL filter window cap Memo e When shooting be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to make that the lens hood is being used to maximum effect FILTERS 19 Make sure the filter size matches the lens then screw the filter onto the front of the lens Memo The compatible filter size for all the lenses are listed on pages 24 26 Filters cannot be mounted on the DA FISH EYE 10 17 mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF Precaution on filters Since the filter becomes a part of the optics when attached on the lens handle it in the same way you hand
6. lens DA FISH EYE 10 17 mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF External flash units cannot be used because their coverage angle is not compatible 12 24 mm f 4ED AL IF Pentax external flash units which support TTL auto flash and that cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR or 16mm lens on a digital SLR can be used from 16mm to 24mm AF540FGZ and 60 2 can be used from 13mm to 24mm with the wide angle panel In both cases it is possible to use the lens hood Please note that at focal lengths less than 13mm the corners of the picture will not be fully illuminated Other external flash units are not recommended because their coverage angle is not wide enough to cover the angle of view of the lens DA 16 45 mm f 4ED AL PENTAX external flash units which support TTL auto flash and that cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR or 16mm lens on a digital SLR can be used it is also possible to use the lens hood For more information refer to the manual for the external flash unit Please check your camera instruction manual for information on which flashes can be used with your PENTAX Digital SLR Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built in Flash Lens Compatibility Notes DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF No DA 40mm 1 2 8 Limited YES DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF No DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF No Vignetting may occur at a focal length less than 28mm and also may occur DARASIITUSEBUAE YES at a focal length 28mm when object distan
7. AL Focal length 1 mm equivalent to 16 45 mm equivalent to 18 55 mm equivalent to 5 37mm in 35mm format 24 5 69mm in 35mm format 27 5 84mm in 35mm format Usable camera xis D series xist D series xis D series Elements in groups 13 11 13 10 12 9 Angle of view 99 61 83 35 76 29 Aperture f 4 1 4 1 3 5 1 5 6 Minimum aperture 1 22 1 22 1 22 1 38 Mount type Kar mount Kar mount Kar mount Minimum focus o 3m 0 9884 0 28m 0 92ft 0 25m 0 82ft REOR Approx 0 12x Approx 0 26x Approx 0 34x Filter size 77mm 67mm 52mm Lens hood PH RBI 77mm PH RBL 67mm PH RBA 52mm Max Diameter 84mm x 87 5mm 72mm x 92mm 68mm x 67 5mm x Length 3 3in x 3 4in 2 8in x 3 6in 2 x 2 6in Weight 430 g 15 202 Orie diri m 225g 7 90z g 13 80z with hood 250 g 8 80z with hood 457 g 16 10z Soft case 100 120 590 140 580 120 Lens DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED 50 200 mm equivalent to Focal length 76 5 306mm in 35mm format Usable camera za iD series Elements in groups 11 10 Angle of view 31 5 8 1 Aperture f 4 1 5 6 Minimum aperture f 22 f 32 Mount type Kar mount Minimum focus distance 1 1m 3 6ft Maximum magnification 0 24 Filter size 52mm Lens hood PH RBB 52mm Max Diameter 66 5 x 78 5mm x Length 2 6in x 3 1in d 255 g 9oz Weight with hood 285 g 1002 Soft case 580 120 For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FC
8. C COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired 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 to 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 radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV tech
9. ce is less than 1m DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL YES DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED YES Except for the DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited do not use the lens hood when using the built in flash This is to prevent obstruction of the flash coverage by the lens hood MAIN SPECIFICATIONS Lens DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited DA FISH EYE 10 17mm 1 3 5 4 5ED IF 14 mm equivalent to 40 mm equivalent to 10 17 mm 35mm conversion not Focal length 21 5mm in 35mm format 61mm in 35mm format possible Usable camera a series zist D series zist D series Elements in groups 12 11 5 4 10 8 Angle of view 90 39 180 100 Aperture 1 2 8 1 2 8 1 3 5 1 4 5 Minimum aperture 1 22 1 22 1 22 1 32 Mount type Kar mount Kar mount Kar mount Minimum focus 0 14m 0 46ft Approximately distance 0 17m 0 56ft 0 4m 1 31ft 2 5 cm from front of lens Maximum magnification Approx 0 19x Approx 0 13x Approx 0 39x Filter size 77 49mm or 30 5mm Cannot be mounted Lens hood PH RBH 77mm MH RC 49mm Built in Max Diameter 83 5mm x 69mm 63mm x 15mm x Length 3 3in x 2 7in 2 5in x 0 6in 68mm x 71 5mm 2 7in x 2 8in 5 420g 14 80z 90 2 3 1502 Weight with hood 455g 1602 with hood 100 g 3 502 320 8 11 30z Soft case 8100 120 Dedicated case 580 80 Lens DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA18 55mm 3 5 5 6
10. duced by PENTAX depending on the type 2 Vignetting occurs at focal lengths below 15 mm with other PENTAX filters such as the Skylight besides circular polarizing filters 3 Filters cannot be mounted PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH Built in Flash The built in flash can not be used when the distance is less than 0 7m When the flash is used within 0 7m it causes incorrect exposure control and vignetting in the picture corners Refer to the Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built in Flash chart on page 23 for information on the compatibility of the built in flash with the lens being used Furthermore please note that when using the s D series camera a warning indication does not appear even when taking a picture with a built in flash that is incompatible with the lens being used e f the built in flash is used with the lens hood attached to the lens the flash light will be blocked by the lens hood Always make sure to remove the lens hood before using the built in flash External Flash The external flash can be used while the lens hood is attached However the following conditions apply for some types of lens DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF The AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ external flash units can only be used when the wide angle panel is used it is also possible to use the lens hood Other external flash units are not recommended because their coverage angle is not compatible with the angel of view of the
11. l CAUTION During autofocusing the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate To prevent malfunction do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 18 55mm 3 5 5 6 AL DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED DA 40mm 2 8 Limited 2 Using Manual Focus Set to MF with the camera s focus mode and turn the focusing ring to focus manually Using the Quick Shift Focus System z4 D series cameras only If you use the lens with an za iD series camera and the focus mode is set to autofocus you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved Just turn the focusing ring to manually touch up the focus You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF How to use the Quick Shift Focus System 1 Using Autofocus Set the camera s focus mode switch to autofocus then press the shutter button halfway to autofocus With the za D camera you can also press the AF button to focus With the is Ds2 ia IDL xist DS camera set as explained by Focusing with the OK Button on page 9 you can focus by pressing the OK button 2 Hold down the shutter button halfway or hold down the AF button or OK button then turn the focusing ring to focus 3 Finally press the shutter release button fully to take a picture CAUTION During autofocusing the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate To prevent malfunction do
12. le the lens with care to dust dirt and scratches Normally attaching two or more filters on a lens is not recommended However attaching a circular polarizing filter and another filter would not be a problem Use a circular polarizing filter with Autofocus camera for proper exposure and autofocusing Attaching the 30 5mm filter to the DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited lens Normally you attach the 49mm filter to the front of the lens But as shown in the diagram you can also screw on a 30 5mm filter to the back of the dedicated hood Compatibility table for PENTAX filters Circular polarizing filter Circular polarizing filter Lens new type old type Compatibility Notes Compatibility Notes DA FISH EYE 10 17mm 1 3 5 4 5ED IF NO NO DA14mm f 2 8ED IF YES NO Vignetting occurs imitag 1 Use a filter with a diameter Use a filter with a diameter DA40mm f 2 8 Limited be py YES of 49 mm E 25 x Vignetting occurs at focal Vignetting occurs at focal Bete Santee ean UP YES lengths below 15 mm WES lengths below 15 mm x1 Can be mounted and used DA16 45mm f 4ED AL However when the old type of circular polarizing filter is DA18 55mm 1 3 5 5 6 YES YES mounted the mount of the DA50 200mm 4 5 6 0 1 dedicated bayonet hood interferes with the filter s mount so it cannot be mounted on top of that 1 The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not pro
13. nician for help For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada memo memo PENTAX Corporation 2 36 9 Maeno cho Itabashi ku Tokyo 174 8639 JAPAN https www pentax co jp PENTAX Europe GmbH Julius Vosseler Strasse 104 22527 Hamburg GERMANY European Headquarters HQ http www pentaxeurope com Germany http www pentax de PENTAX U K Limited PENTAX House Heron Drive Langley Slough Berks SL3 8PN U K http www pentax co uk PENTAX France S A S 12 14 rue Jean Poulmarch 95106 Argenteuil Cedex FRANCE http www pentax fr PENTAX Benelux B V for Netherlands Spinveld 25 4815 HR Breda NETHERLANDS http www pentax nl for Belgium amp Luxembourg Weiveldlaan 3 5 1930 Zaventem BELGIUM http www pentax be PENTAX Schweiz AG Widenholzstrasse 1 Postfach 367 8305 Dietlikon SWITZERLAND http www pentax ch PENTAX Scandinavia Box 650 75127 Uppsala SWEDEN http www pentax se PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America Inc Headquarters 600 12th Street Suite 300 Golden Colorado 80401 U S A PENTAX Service Department 12000 Zuni Street Suite 100B Westminster Colorado 80234 U S A http www pentaximaging com PENTAX Canada Inc 1770 Argentia Road Missis
14. not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 18 55mm 3 5 5 6 AL DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED DA 40mm 2 8 Limited When using the Quick Shift Focus System keep pressing the shutter button or AF button after you achieve focus and before taking a picture If you let go of the shutter button before taking the picture you will have to focus all over again when you press the shutter button again In the following cases you can take the picture without autofocusing after letting go of the shutter button e With the s is D set the AF with Press Halfway Custom Function to off To autofocus press the AF button e With the za Ds2 istDL and the za Ds camera use the C Custom menu to set Cansel AF for OK btn when shooting This will enable you to focus manually while you hold down the OK button The setting procedure and more details are explained in the camera s instruction manual Close distance scale Precautions on close distance scale For DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA18 55mm 1 3 5 5 6 AL In the close distance scale range the distance scale in the orange area when shooting at the maximum aperture image quality deterioration in the picture corners may result because of the optical characteristics of the lens When taking a picture in this range we recommend that you use a smaller aperture stopping do
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16. the lens from the vibrations of motorcycles or other vehicles boats etc Avoid subjecting the lens to rapid changes in temperature otherwise condensation can occur on both the inside and the outside of the lens Put the lens in a plastic bag or camera bag and take it out after the lens has reached ambient temperature When the lens is not attached to the camera body attach both the supplied lens cap and lens mount cap to protect it from dust Do not leave the camera with the lens cap off attached to a tripod or other rigid camera support The inner parts of the camera can be damaged by direct sunlight Have the lens inspected by a dealer every one or two years to maintain its high performance CONTENTS em FOREWORD FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE smc PENTAX DA LENS e About the DA Lens Mount gt MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS LENS FOCUSING e Changing the Focus Mode e Using Autofocus gt e Focusing with the OK Button Using Manual Focus e Using the Quick Shift Focus System Za D series cameras only How to use the Quick Shift Focus System e Precautions on close distance scale ZOOM LENS About the zoom ring ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD Screw on Bayonet Type About the PL filter window FILTERS etri 19 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH
17. wn from wide open EID ZOOM LENS attaching index Focusing ring Focusing index CE SSP Lens hood s A m B Distance scale 1 Zoom ring Zoom index A Focal length scale Lc MENOS V PENTAx 16 45 1 Mounting index RU TTT d The zoom lens has a focusing ring at the front and a zoom ring behind it Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view lens focal length Memo The focusing point may shift slightly by changing the focal length First adjust the zoom and then adjust focus About the zoom ring Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle ED ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection use of the lens hood is recommended Lens hood attaching 1 Screw on Type lf the lens hood is dedicated to the DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited screw it onto the front of the lens 2 Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens and push both parts straight toward each other Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in the clockwise direction to lock it as viewed from the front of the lens until it clicks into position Memo
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