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Pentax 16961 Digital Camera User Manual

1. Z MEMO Step 10 UNLOADING A FILM 1 The film automatically 36 rewinds at the end of the iia roll ig During rewinding _ blinks 34 on the LCD panel indicating that I the film is being rewound the exposure counter counts frame numbers in reverse rewound blinks on the LCD panel D remove the film When removing the film from the camera avoid direct sun light A roll of 24 exposure film takes about 13 seconds to rewind Before opening the back cover check that is blinking The shutter may be released a frame or more after the specified number of frames have been used as indicated on the film cartridge However those extra frames may be lost in processing When you take important pictures rewind the film when the film reaches the number of frames indicated on the film cartridge see page 51 and load a new film If the custom function CF10 is set to 2 the film is not automatically rewound See pages 134 and 139 Step 11 REWINDING A FILM IN MID ROLL If you wish to unload the film before exposing all the frames use this function switch to ON then use the strap clasp s protrusion to press the mid roll rewind button 2 Rewind starts When the film is fully rewound blinks on the LCD panel e Before openin
2. 1 1201 13 20 22 24 EV ay 64 45 i 32 22 i 16 Bomm 8 28mm 56 2 4 28 zili 2 14 Ww 30 8 2 12 1 8 wao 1 25 1 500 1 2000 1 8000 lis0100 Action Program Mode At ISO 100 FA J 28 80mm f 3 5 5 6 AL lens 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Ev IF 64 45 4 32 22 2 16 80mm i 8 28mm 56 2 4 28 a 2 14 W 30 s 2 a2 4 8 wao 125 1 800 1 2000 1 8000 lisoto0 Close up Program Mode At ISO 100 FA J 28 80mm f 3 5 5 6 AL lens 10 20 22 24 EVI Fl 6 64 45 af 32 22 16 o 80mm amp 56 2 28mm 4 28 F 2 14 Wl so 8 2 12 18 wao 1 125 1 500 1 2000 1 8000 iso1001 OTHERS SPECIFICATIONS TABLE Type TTL autofocus auto exposure 35mm SLR with built in TTL auto flash RTF Format 24x36mm Usable Film 35mm perforated cartridge film DX coded film with ISO 25 5000 non DX coded films with ISO 6 6400 Exposure Modes Auto Picutre Mode Picture Mode Standard Program Mode Portrait Program Mode Landscape Program Mode Close up Program Mode Action Program Mode Night scene Program Mode Shutter Priority AE Mode Aperture Priority AE Mode Metered Manual Mode Bulb Mode TTL Flash Mode Shutter
3. no z E a Wu a fo a WW Oo A a lt Notes on Accessories If you use any special effect filter Magic Image Attachment or Stereo Adapter autofocus and manual focus using the focus indicator in the viewfinder cannot be used In this case use manual focus using the viewfinder s matte field See page 95 USING THE BUILT IN FLASH Auto Pop up Flash Function In this mode the built in flash pops up and discharges automatically in low light and backlight condition Press the flash mode button until appears on the LCD panel Press the shutter release button halfway down and the built in flash automatically pops up when the flash is required discharge the appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel Tv Av 125 o EH __o md EN amisi gi 4 MEMO e The built in flash automatically retracts only when the power is turned off Push down the built in flash into the camera body when not in use e The built in flash does not discharge when not required even though it is been in the up position e When the built in flash is used using the lens hood is NOT recommended as it may obstruct the path of the light coming from the flash causing vignetting in the picture corners e Note that the built in flash automatically pops up in necessary conditions even if an inappro
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5. 14 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 15 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Bic tiauh a ea ae ele ety eared a eA 18 HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL 20 BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION 21 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP 22 Step 2 LOADING THE BATTERIES 23 Low Battery Warning 26 Step 3 TURNING ON THE POWER 27 Step 4 ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME 28 Step 5 IMPRINTING THE DATE ORTIME 30 Step 6 AITACHINGALENS 32 Step 7 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER S DIOPTER 34 Step 8 LOADING FILM 35 Step 9 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON i inion Sah Ala adive shew awe bal 37 k TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING 39 Step 1 SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 40 Step 2 SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE 41 Step 3 SETTING MULTI 16 SEGMENT METERING MODE cies fel isle en ty she aS Al Ws at es 42 Step 4 SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF S 43 Step 5 SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTOM ieee eae ee otek Ee ey ER 44 Step 6 SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH 45 Step 7 USING THE ZOOM LENS 46 Step 8 HOLDING THE CAMERA 47 Step 9 TAKING A PICTURE 48 Step 10 UNLOADING A FILM 50 Step 11 REWINDING A FILM IN MID ROLL 51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED ISO MANUALLY
6. 4 MEMO To cancel the selected focus point set the focus point mode switch to no 2 E a WW a a Wu Oo A a lt ABOUT FOCUSING Using the Focus Lock If the subject is not covered by any of the focus points the camera cannot automatically focus the subject In this situation you can aim the focus point on the subject use focus lock then recompose the picture 1 Set the focus mode switch to AFS subject you wish to focus on is not on any of the focus points you can use focus lock The figure to the right shows the person is not focused and the background is focused instead Aim the center of the viewfinder over the subject then press the shutter release button halfway down When the subject comes into focus the focus indicator lights up and the audible PCV signal beeps If is blinking the subject is not in focus The focus is locked while is lit focus lock pressing the shutter release ee O i button halfway down me 4 MEMO e Turning the zooming ring in focus lock mode may cause the subject out of focus e The audible PCV signal can be turned off See page 87 no z E a Wu a fo a WW Oo z a lt po ABOUT FOCUSING Previewing the Depth of Field Before taking a picture you can check the depth of field in the viewfinder 1 Ad
7. Turn the main preview switch to ON z oF EO ae Wee a og ow OE ge eo oo SA MWALI Turn the main preview switch to OFF 4 MEMO e Be sure to turn the main preview switch off to prevent accidental battery drain when not in used e f appears on the LCD panel the batteries are nearly exhausted Replace the batteries with new ones If you remove the batteries you need to adjust the time Do not remove the batteries unless the batteries are low or exhausted The LCD panel will be illuminated for about 10 seconds after turning the main preview switch to the amp position The depth of field can be checked in the viewfinder by turning the main preview switch to the amp 2 position See page 100 for previewing the depth of field If you change custom function number CF 15 to 2 the LCD illuminates automatically in low light condition You can turn off the illumination function by setting CF15 to 3 See pages 134 and 141 g Step 4 ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME 1 Turn the power ON and 4 press the DATE button to pare C display date mode on the LCD panel a 0 The display changes from TV AV L J to the date mode 2 Keep pressing the DATE button for 3 seconds on the date mode display the year digits will start to blink 3 Each time the DATE button is pressed the blinking digits change in the following order Year Mont
8. When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens 2 The built in flash pops up automatically 3 Before shooting confirm that the flash is fully charged With the Metered Manual Mode 1 Press the flash pop up button to activate the built in flash 2 Set the exposure mode to the Metered Manual Mode 3 Select an appropriate shutter speed slower than 1 125 of second and aperture combination for a correct exposure on the LCD panel 4 Before shooting confirm that the flash is fully charged 4 MEMO e The slow speed sync can also be used with the shutter priority AE mode set Confirm that the exposure warning is not appearing in the viewfinder e In the slow speed sync shooting use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake no z lt a Wu a fo a WW Oo A a lt USING THE BULB EXPOSURE MODE This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is held down KKT OWEN WAPA EEE E ta dois EMA ANA AAPA EEAS J With the Metered Manual Mode turn the select dial to change the shutter speed until bu appears on the LCD panel oO MEMO e When using this mode use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach the optional Cable Switch CS 2
9. 4 MEMO e When taking a daylight sync photograph with displayed on the LCD panel the flash may not discharge Set the flash mode to Flash ON to discharge flash in daylight a gi L With Daylight Sync a T Without Daylight Sync Using other types of flash Use of non Pentax flash units may damage the camera For the best results use a Pentax dedicated flash unit FLASH RECOMMENDED INFORMATION pee ato Somers ALONG cares ene gen oe The flash recommended i indicator in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel blink slowly to warn 30 56 EE __o mst O and recommend you to use the flash when you attempt to take a picture in low light and backlight condition Z MEMO e In the Shutter Priority AE Mode and Metered Manual Mode the flash recommended indicator 4 blinks only when attempting to photograph a subject in a backlight situation e 4 stops blinking when the flash is fully charged e 4 will not appear in Bulb mode YA Z o 5 rd Wu a fe A m 8 2 a lt INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARNING WHEN THE BUILT IN FLASH IS USED inappropriate F or FA lens L will blink rapidly in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down 4 MEMO e See page 114 for more details on compatibility of F FA and FA J lenses with the built in flash
10. Confirm that the focus mode switch is set to AES and select the data mode to imprint or not Ii and frame the subject with H ee the focus points E Fe Then press the shutter k M release button halfway down The lens adjusts focus automatically i When the subject is in focus the ay focus indicator in the viewfinder lights up The focus indicator blinks when the camera is unable to obtain proper focus due to the following reasons 1 The subject is too close Adjust the camera to subject distance 2 The subject is difficult to be focused See Hard to Autofocus Subjects on page 101 Confirm that the shutter speed aperture value and picture mode in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel Gently press the shutter release button completely The built in flash pops up automatically when the subject is not lighted adequately yA fe EG mz 26 ee oO ae faa Zn MEMO When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens The shutter cannot be released in the AF S mode if the subject is out of focus Press the shutter release button halfway down While L lights on the camera to subject distance is fixed Focus lock To re focus on another subject lift your finger off the shutter release button then press it halfway again
11. control See page 59 Multiple exposure shooting Pictures can be exposed on the same frame multiple times See page 61 Consecutive Shooting Pictures can be taken consecutively while the shutter release button is held down Press the drive mode button D Saas until appears on the Dau LCD panel Ww Av litre 125 60 EE _ o K UM AA 2 Shoot consecutive frames 1 Press the shutter release button halfway down to focus the subject 2 Press and hold down the shutter release button completely 3 To stop taking consecutive pictures take your finger off of the shutter release button 4 MEMO e When the focus mode switch is set to AF S single the focus is locked for the first frame and used for subsequent consecutive frames When the focus mode switch is set to AF C continuous the camera tries to focus on the subject each time the shutter is released however the focus may be incomplete for consecutive frames The shutter cannot be released while the built in flash is being charged To enable shutter release before the built in flash is ready use custom function number CF7 See pages 134 and 138 no z E a Wu a fo a WW Oo A a lt SELECTING A DRIVE MODE Self Timer Mode After pressing the shutter release button the picture will be taken about 12 sec later Use the self timer when you
12. e The diopter can be adjusted from 2 0 to 1 0m1 per meter Step 8 S LOADING FILM slide up the back cover release lever in the direction of the arrow BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION the film chamber as shown in the illustration Pull the film leader out far enough to reach the take up spool Be careful not to touch the shutter curtains film leader end mark orange colored and make sure that the film leader is positioned under the film retainer as shown in the illustration LOADING FILM Close the back cover and turn the main switch to ON The film will advance to frame 1 automatically and the LCD panel will display the exposure counter 1 and film status information 6 If the film is not loaded properly amp blinks on the LCD panel Open the back cover and load the film again 4 MEMO e We suggest that you first operate the camera with no film loaded to become familiar with its operations Always load and unload the film in the shade or avoid direct sunshine The shutter curtains are made from fine precision material Do not touch them with your fingers or any other object while loading the film Automatic film speed setting When DxX 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 52 Infrared film cannot
13. 1 Does not link AF and AE AF only 2 Links AF and AE CF4 Setting the AF function to the AE lock button e Custom Function number CF4 e Setting number a re y 1 The AE lock function is assigned to the AE lock button 2 The AF function is assigned to the AE lock button OTHERS CUSTOM FUNCTIONS CF5 Setting the film speed manually The film speed of DX coded film can be set automatically or manually e Custom Function number CF5 aS gt e Setting number fF S 1 Sets film speed automatically 2 Sets film speed manually 9 d CF6 Superimposing the focus points e Custom Function number CF6 a Setting number 1 Superimposes the focus points 2 Disables the superimpose function CF7 Enabling shutter release before the built in flash is fully charged e Custom Function number CF7 e Setting number a ee ae 1 Disables shutter release until the flash is ready 2 Enables shutter release before 4 the flash is charged CF8 Using the built in flash as a wireless control for the AF360FGZ When the AF360FGZ is used and the camera flash mode is set to wireless you can assign the wireless control function to the built in flash e Custom Function number CF8 e Setting number 1 Discharges the built in flash to adjust the exposure 2 Built in f
14. 52 SELECTING A DRIVE MODE 54 Consecutive Shooting 55 Self Timer Mode 56 Remote Control Shooting 59 Multiple Exposures on a Single Frame 61 AUTO BRACKETING 63 aea a THE PICTURE MODES 66 1 Standard Program Mode 68 2 z Portrait Program Mode 69 3 lat Landscape Program Mode 70 4 18 Close up Program Mode 71 5 Action Program Mode 72 6 al Night Scene Program Mode 73 SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE 74 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed 74 Using the Shutter Priority AE Mode 76 Using the Aperture Priority AE Mode 78 Using the Metered Manual Mode 80 Slow Speed Sync Mode 83 USING THE BULB EXPOSURE MODE 84 ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION 85 AE LOCK FUNCTION 86 TURNING OFF THE AUDIBLE PCV SIGNAL 87 SWITCHING THE METERING MODE 88 Using Multi 16 Segment Metering 88 Using Center Weighted Metering 89 Using Spot Metering 90 ABOUT FOCUSING 91 Using the AF Single Mode AF S 92 Using the AF Continuous Mode AF C 93 Manual Focusing 94
15. Imprinting mode 1 Year Month Day 2 Day Hour Minute 3 No imprint 4 Month Day Year 5 Day Month Year ISO range ISO 25 5000 Automatic setting Dimension and 122mm W x 84mm H x 63 5mm D 4 8 x3 3 x2 5 Weight 335g 11 8 oz body only without batteries SPECIFICATIONS AND EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE OTHERS SPECIFICATIONS TABLE Specification for Remote Control Optional Remote control Infrared remote control Starts after approx 3 sec by pressing the shutter release button on the remote control The operating distance of the remote control is approx 5 m from the front of the camera One 3V lithium battery CR1620 About 30 000 commands can be issued using the remote control If the battery is exhausted please have it replaced at your local Pentax Service center there is a charge for this service Dimention 22mm W x 53mm H x 6 5mm D Weight 7g Power source For customers in U S A STATEMENT OF FCC 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 equip
16. When the AF360FGZ is used the LCD panel on the AF360FGZ will also light up e If you change custom function number CF 15 to 2 the LCD illuminates automatically under low light condition You can turn off the illumination function by setting CF15 to 3 See pages 134 and 141 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS Focus points Spot metering Flash status information Night scene program mode Action program mode Close up program mode Landscape program mode Portrait program mode Standard program mode Focus indicator Shutter speed 7254s 2 A F88 Aperture value AE lock Bar graph 4 Exposure compensation e 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 The frame number on the film will be upside down in relation to the picture Keep this in mind when ordering copies of prints 4 MEMO e The selected focus point is superimposed in red the surrounding area is also dimly lit in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down The superimpose function can be canceled using the custom function CF6 See pages 134 and 138 QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING Load the batteries Open the battery chamber cover and load two CR2 Lithium batteries See page 23 Set the date and time You can skip this step if you do not imprint the data at this time but the date and time shou
17. When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel is also displayed in the viewfinder no A o zi a Wu a O a Wu O a a lt 4 MEMO e This mode favors smaller apertures to maximize the depth of field ensuring sharp focus of a close up subject SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES 5 S Action Program Mode This mode selects a faster shutter speed to capture a moving subject Set the mode dial to S e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel RJ is also displayed in the viewfinder 4 MEMO e This mode freezes the action and prevents blurred images This mode is especially convenient for active photography It is also suitable for portraits with blurred background e In this mode the camera focuses on the subject continuously when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down and the shutter can be released whenever the subject is in focus or out of focus 6 Ds Night Scene Program Mode This mode is useful when taking a portrait photograph with a night scene in the background Set the mode dial to gt s e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the shut
18. a tripod Connect the extension cord F5P to the Off camera shoe adapter F 6 Press the flash pop up button to activate the built in flash 7 Confirm that the all flash units are fully charged 8 Focus on the subject and take a picture akhoOnND 4 MEMO e The AF500FTZ can be connected directly to the Extension cord F5P without Off camera shoe adapter F e The AF400T flash cannot be used with the built in flash simultaneously because the 4P sync cord B from the AF400T will interrupt the function of the built in flash no z z a Wu a fo a Wu Oo z a lt USING EXTERNAL FLASH Red eye Reduction Flash Function The red eye reduction flash function with an external flash attached can also be used depending on what type of an external flash is attached and it may have any restrictions for usage See pages 116 and 117 for more details Trailing Shutter Curtain Sync Flash When using the built in flash and the external flash simultaneously the trailing shutter curtain flash function for the built in flash also operates when the external flash is set to the trailing shutter curtain flash function Before shooting confirm that both flash units are fully charged Multi burst Flash with the Pentax Dedicated Flash When using more than one external flash make sure that they are of the same type or a combination of type B and type C or type C and type D as described on pages 116 and 117 Refer to the seco
19. consecutive mode Auto rewinding starts at end of roll Film rewind completion of rewinding is displayed on the LCD panel Mid roll rewind Exposure Meter TTL multi 16 segment metering Metering range from EVO to EV21 at 1SO100 with 50mm f 1 4 lens Center weighted and Spot metering mode can be set Exposure 3 EV in 0 5 EV step increments Compensation AE lock Exposure is memorized for 20 seconds Flash Series control Auto popup TTL Auto Flash RTF Guide number 11 ISO100 m Illumination angle covers 28mm lens angle of view Flash sync shutter in the range from 1 125 sec to a slower speed Day light sync flash Slow shutter sync flash Contrast control sync flash ISO range 25 800 Automatic flash function automatically retracted when the power is turned off Red eye reduction flash function Flash sync Hot shoe with X contact which couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes ISO range 25 800 Automatic flash Red eye reduction flash function Possible to use high speed sync wireless flash mode P TTL mode with AF360FGZ Custom Function 17 functions can be set Power Source Two 3V lithium batteries CR2 or equivalent auto power off after 3 min Battery Exhaustion Battery exhaustion symbol a is lit The shutter is locked and no indication in the viewfinder when starts blinking Date module Crystal quartz controlled LCD with digital clock auto calendar
20. e Taking a picture while this warning is appeared may cause vignetting in the picture corners or semi circular vignetting at the bottom of the picture e If any lens other than F FA and FA J is attached this warning function does not work e Note that the auto pop up function works even if this warning appears on the LCD panel ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT IN FLASH 1 When Using the Auto Picture and Picture Modes e The camera automatically chooses an optimum combination of shutter speed and aperture according to the ambient brightness allowing you to take a flash photograph with ease e The shutter speed automatically changes to approximately 1 125 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 The slowest shutter speed in the Night scene program mode is 1 second When lenses other than an FA J F and FA are used or the Action program mode is used the shutter speed is fixed to 1 125 of second 2 Shutter Priority AE Mode e When taking a fast moving subject you can increase a subject blur effect Any desired shutter speed 1 125 sec or slower can be set for taking a flash photograph e In this mode the aperture automatically changes according to the ambient brightness making a flash photograph easy 3 Aperture Priority AE Mode e When you want to change the depth of field or shoot any far a
21. external flash ON 4 Set the flash mode switch to P TTL auto 5 Confirm that the flash is fully charged 6 Focus on the subject and take a picture 4 MEMO e The P TTL is available with the AF360FGZ flash unit only When other than the AF360FGZ flash unit is set set the camera into the TLL flash mode e When the flash is ready fully charged the 4 will light in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down e If 4 is lit in on the LCD panel the external flash also discharges automatically If the subject is bright enough the flash does not discharge therefore may not suitable for daylight sync shooting e Never press the flash pop up button when any external flash unit is attached to this camera The built in flash will pop up and strike the external flash If you want to use any external flash and built in flash at the same time see page 124 e Read the operating manual of the flash unit for more details Using High Speed Sync Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ With the AF860FGZ you can use a flash sync speed faster than 1 125 sec High speed sync flash mode can also be used while the flash unit is attached to the camera or in a wireless configuration Using hi speed sync flash on the camera 1 Remove the hot shoe cover Fx from the camera 2 Attach the flash unit to the hot shoe 3 Set the mode dial to M Av or TV 4 Turn on the external flash unit 5 Set the
22. flash unit s sync mode switch to HS high speed sync 6 Confirm that the flash is fully charged 7 Focus on the subject and take the picture MEMO When the flash is ready fully charged the 4 will light in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down The High speed sync flash mode is only available when the shutter speed is faster than 1 125 sec The High speed sync flash mode does not work in the auto picture mode and the picture mode Read the operating manual of the flash unit for more details no z E a Wu a fo a Wu Oo A a lt i USING EXTERNAL FLASH Using wireless High speed sync flash with the AF360FGZ 1 Place the flash unit at the desired location 2 Set the flash unit s power switch to WIRELESS 3 Set the flash unit s sync mode switch to HS high speed sync 4 Set the wireless mode switch to S Slave 5 Press the flash pop up button to enable the built in flash to be used 6 Press the flash mode button until 2 o fy is displayed e 7 Confirm that both the built in flash E and external flash unit are fully charged S 8 Focus on the subject and take the picture 4 MEMO e When the built in flash is ready fully charged the 4 will light in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down e The high speed sync is only available when the
23. from rain splashing water or any other liquid wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth e Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects If the camera suffers a shock or impact take it to a Pentax service center for inspection e Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibrations shock or pressure Use a cushion to protect the camera when carrying it ina motorcycle car boat etc e Condensation on the interior or exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as it may cause rust Furthermore if the camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing 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 e Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on the extreme edges of the film frame Compose your picture with a margin of safety at the edges Precautions for storage e Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in places where the humidity and temperature are very high such as in a car e Do not store the camera in a closet with moth balls 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 len
24. in the viewfinder is metered by 16 different zones as shown in the illustration switch to mj 4 MEMO e When a lens other than an FA J FA F or A lens is attached the center weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi segment metering mode This type of lens can only be used when custom function number CF 17 is set to 2 See pages 134 and 142 Using Center Weighted Metering This mode does not automatically compensate for back lighted or spotlighted scenes like the multi 16 segment metering mode Creative exposure control is decided by the user MEMO e The metering pattern in the illustration shows that the upper part of the pattern in the center of the viewfinder has more sensitivity to light than the lowest part This metering mode does not compensate for backlit subjects Ly Lf Li RY zali KNX YA Parnes LR YAI MERE AA aa ETI ui AA WA au LES OX NN switch to ADVANCED OPERATIONS O SWITCHING THE METERING MODE Using Spot Metering This mode measures light only in the small area in the center of the viewfinder You can use AE lock see page 86 to lock the spot metering exposure and recompose to take the picture MEMO e With spot metering the exposure is weighted on the small area at the center as shown in the illustration Q ale
25. the end of the film unwound CF12 Setting the self timer delay time 1 Self timer delay of 12 sec 2 Self timer delay of 2 sec with mirror lock up CF13 Setting the shutter release delay time with the remote control 1 Picture taken after 3 sec 2 Picture taken immediately CF14 Setting auto focusing during remote control operation 1 Auto focusing not used 2 Auto focusing used CF15 Setting the LCD panel illumination 1 Illuminated when the main preview switch is set to preview 82 2 Illuminated automatically in low light condition 3 Not illuminated CF16 Setting the mode dial illumination 1 lluminates 2 Does not illuminate CF17 Enabling shutter release with the aperture ring set to other than the A position Disables shutter release if the aperture ring is not set to the A position Enables shutter release
26. wish to include yourself in the picture Mount the camera on the tripod e If you use a large tripod see MEMO on page 58 Press the drive mode button until appears on the LCD panel esib EE __o an RS 4 AUTO as 3 Press the shutter release button halfway down to compose and e pas focus on the subject Oee When the subject is in focus lights up in the viewfinder Press the shutter release button completely The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed two seconds before the shutter is released Also the audible PCV signal is heard and the rate increases for the last two seconds 4 MEMO e The audible PCV signal can be turned off See page 87 e To stop the self timer operation after it has been activated press the drive mode button again MEMO Preventing stray light entering the eyepiece e When using accessories such as the finder cap remove the Eyecup Fw by pulling it sideways either to the right or left then pull it towards you e Under exposure may occur if light enters the viewfinder during self timer operation in all auto exposure modes If you intend to move away from the viewfinder attach the supplied finder cap or use AE lock function see page 86 no z z a Wu a fo a WW O A a lt Attaching the viewfinde
27. 05 after opening the release socket cap e Up to approx 5 hours of time exposure are possible with new lithium batteries at ambient temperatures e With the remote control shooting mode the shutter remains open as long as the optional remote control s shutter release button held down ABOUT EXPOSURE COMPENSATION The exposure compensation allows you to deliberately over exposure brighten or under exposure darken a subject or compensate for difficult lighting conditions which may fool the camera s built in exposure meter The exposure compensation range is 3 EV to 3 EV in 0 5 EV steps 1 While holding down the AV button turn the select dial to set the desired compensation value on the LCD panel value in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel About the bar graph If the dots are on the minus side f the b h it indicat d e of the bar graph it indicates under SINGO exposure If they are in the plus side it indicates over exposure 2 stop EV bottom of bar graph Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates 0 5 step 0 5 EV te SIOPiEV Top ot bar graph A MEMO In increments of 0 5 stop EV Exposure compensation does not work in the metered manual mode and bulb exposure mode e The exposure compensation cannot be canceled even if the power is turned OFF or any other exposure mode is set e The bar graph
28. 2 AL FA 43mm f 1 9 Limited FA 50mm f 1 4 1 7 FA 77mm f 1 8 Limited FA 85mm 1 4 IF FA 135mm 2 8 IF FA 200mm f 2 8 ED IF FA 300mm 2 8 ED IF FA 300mm 4 5 ED IF FA 400mm f 5 6 ED IF FA 600mm 4 ED IF FA MACRO 50mm f 2 8 FA MACRO 100mm 2 8 3 5 FA MACRO 200mm 4 0 ED IF FA Soft 28mm 2 8 FA Soft 85mm 2 8 OJOJOJC O X O X X O O O O O O O O O Xxx no z lt a Wu a fo a Wu Oo A a lt q USING EXTERNAL FLASH Flash Functions FLASH CAMERA FUNCTION Red eye reduction flash O 9 Automatic flash discharge After the flash is charged the camera automatically switches to the flash sync speed O OO O O O B O ONA O JO O Om Automatic aperture setting in the Auto Picture Picture Mode or Shutter Priority AE Mode O O O N Flash confirmation in the viewfinder P TTL auto flash w OJO O TTL auto flash R Slow speed sync AF illuminator Trailing shutter curtain sync flash a Contrast control sync flash mode Slave flash Multiple burst flash A High speed sync Wireless flash x X xX xX x O x O O XIX 0 00 0 0 0 000 XIXI XIXIXIOIOIOIOIXIO O XIXIXIXIXIXIXIOIOI XIX XIXIXIXIXIXI XIOIXI XIX A Built in flash B AF860FGZ
29. 3 Setting AF AE at the focus point 1 Does not link AF and AE AF only 2 Links AF and AE CF4 Setting the AF function to the AE lock button 1 The AE lock function is assigned to the AE lock button 2 The AF function is assigned to the AE lock button CF5 Setting the film speed manually 1 Sets film speed automatically 2 Sets film speed manually Superimposing the focus points Superimposes the focus points 2 Disables the superimpose function CF7 Enabling shutter release before the built in flash is fully charged 1 Disables shutter release until the flash is ready 2 Enables shutter release before the flash is charged CF8 Using the built in flash as a wireless control for the AF360FGZ 1 Discharges the built in flash to adjust the exposure 2 Built in flash controls the AFS60FGZ CF9 Setting the flash pop up button s function during wireless operation with the AF360FGZ 1 Disables the built in flash 2 Discharges the built in flash once for a test 3 Discharges the built in flash consecutively for modeling ICF10 Setting the film rewind method 1 Automatically rewinds the film at the end of the roll 2 Disables automatic film rewind To rewind the film press the mid roll rewind button CF11 Setting the status of the end of the film when rewound 1 Rolls up the film completely 2 Leaves
30. 330FTZ AF500FTZ and the built in flash 1 Place the flash unit a part from the camera Refer to page 124 for connecting the dedicated external flash 2 Press the flash pop up button to activate the built in flash 3 Set the flash synch mode to the Contrast Control Synch mode 4 Confirm that both flash units are fully charged and then amp z press the shutter release button to take a picture 2 4 MEMO 0 e The ratio of the amount of flashlight is 1 built in flash 2 dedicated m flash unit A a lt Do not combine an accessory with a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur e In the Contrast Control Synch Mode the fastest flash synchronization speed is 1 60 second D USING EXTERNAL FLASH Using Both the Built in Flash and External Flash To use the built in flash and dedicated external flash simultaneously follow the procedure below The following accessories sold separately are required Hot Shoe Adapter Fa Off Camera Shoe Adapter F Extension Cord F5P Hot shoe Off Camera Taw Adapter Fa Shoe Adapter F Ya Extension Cord F5P Hot shoe Hot shoe Off Camera Adapter Fa Adapter F Shoe Adapter F Extension Extension Cord F5P cnr Cord F5P Remove the hot shoe cover Fx from the camera Attach the hot shoe adapter Fea to the camera Connect the extension cord F5P to the hot shoe adapter Fa Attach the Off Camera shoe adapter F to
31. AF500FTZ AF330FTZ C AF400FTZ AF240FT D AF400T AF280T AF220T AF200T AFO80C AF140C AF201SA AF200SA E AF200S AF160 AF140 4 MEMO 1 Available with the AF280T or AF400T only when the flash confirmation indicator in the viewfinder is off and TTL auto is set 2 When using a type D flash except AF200SA and AF201SA in the MS Manual Sync or M Manual Mode or when using a Type E flash set the camera exposure mode to the Aperture Priority AE Mode Metered Manual or Bulb Picture mode and Shutter priority AE cannot be used because the actual required aperture value may change 3 Only applied to the AF360FGZ when an FA J FA F or A lens is used 4 With the AF201SA and AF200SA TTL auto cannot be used 5 The shutter speed will be 1 60 sec or slower 6 With the combination of the built in flash and the type B or C flash trailing shutter curtain sync flash is possible 7 Exception of AF360FGZ and AF330FTZ no z E a Wu a o a Wu Oo a a lt USING EXTERNAL FLASH Using P TTL Auto Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ Use this flash mode with the AF360FGZ flash unit The optimum flash amount is discharged to match the subject s brightness P TTL auto flash which pre fires the flash using the 16 segment metering allows more precise control P TTL is available with external wireless flash mode 1 Remove the hot shoe cover Fx from the camera 2 Attach the flash unit to the hot shoe 3 Turn the
32. E lock function is in use e The automatic flash function can also be used with the external flash e Even if is displayed on the LCD panel the built in flash does not pop up automatically when the external flash has been mounted When the built in flash is popped up and auto pop up is canceled the flash discharges even when not required The built in flash will not discharge when Flash OFF is set 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 subject s eye It can be reduced by taking a picture 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 Red eye Reduction Flash Function This camera includes a red eye reduction flash function which reduces the red eye phenomenon utilizing preflash In this mode the preflash is discharged just before the shutter is released which reduces the diameter of the pupil of the eye Then the main flash is discharged while the pupils are smaller which in turn reduces the red eye effect 4 MEMO e If the red eye reduction is used while
33. Electronically controlled vertical run focal plane shutter Electromagnetic release Speed range 1 Auto 1 4000 30 sec step less 2 Manual 1 4000 30 sec 1 2 steps 3 Bulb Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position Pentax Kar bayonet mount K mount with AF coupler lens information contacts Compatible Lens Pentax Karz Kar mount lenses Ka mount lenses Autofocus System TTL phase matching autofocus system AF operational brightness range EV 1 to 18 at ISO 100 with f 1 4 lens Focus lock available using shutter release button Focus Mode AF S single AF C predictive continuous MF manual Body Mount Viewfinder Penta mirror finder Natural Bright Matte focusing screen Field of view 90 Magnification 0 7X with 50mm f 1 4 lens at 0 Diopter 2 to 1 0 m1 Viewfinder Focus Information In focus Green lamp is lit front or back focus Indication signals and unable to focus indicator Green lamp blinks Shutter speed indication Aperture indication Flash ready indication 4 is lit Bar graph exposure compensation Over or Under exposure indication in Metered Manual Mode exposure compensation indication Picture mode Standard Program TA Portrait Program Aa Landscape Program Close up Program SJ Action Program s Night Scene Program AE lock indication External LCD is lit Built in flash ready 4 Blinking Flash recommended warning or inappropr
34. FILM 50 Step 11 REWINDING A FILM IN MID ROLL 51 SETTING THE FILM SPEED ISO MANUALLY 52 z fe EG mz W 26 ee Oo ae faa ba Step 1 SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE ps ae E 7 Press the drive mode button _ mm until appears on the OO Oqa LCD panel lt d MEMO e One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed e The drive mode can also be set to consecutive shooting mode self timer mode remote control shooting mode multiple exposure shooting mode or auto bracketing See page 54 Step 2 SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE This Auto picture mode allows you to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button The camera automatically selects one of the picture modes depending on the camera to subject distance and image magnification 1 Set the mode dial to the amp The selected picture mode appears in the viewfinder In the Auto picture mode the camera automatically selects one z Eg of 5 picture modes standard ae portrait C landscape DA bs close up and action FX 26 according to the requirement of the scene When standard is selected MEMO e When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on
35. ION SHOOTING ADVANCED OPERATIONS OTHERS Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcome to the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography This compact and lightweight camera is an autofocus SLR camera that offers higher levels of sophistication and performance Incorporating a broad range of advanced technologies and highly accurate automation this camera will perform superbly for the most exacting photographer e Read this instruction manual carefully to get a full explanation of operations before use The camera does not operate when a lens with the following conditions attached Only FA J lens or the lens that has the a position can be used The camera does not operate under the following conditions unless custom function CF17 is changed to 2 see pages 134 and 142 e When a lens without an TA position is used e When an F or FA lens is used and the aperture ring is set to a position other than the 4 position e When accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are used Lenses and accessories produced by other manufacturers are not made to meet our precise specifications and therefore may cause difficulties with or actual damage to your Pentax camera We do not assume any responsibility or liability for difficulties resulting from the use of lenses and accessories made by other manufacturers the manufacturer will be serviced free of char
36. ISO200 GN15 6 ISO50 gt GN7 8 IS0400 GN22 ISO100 gt GN11 Example If an 1SO100 film is used at an aperture of f 3 5 the flash effective distance is obtained as follows For maximum distance Guide Number 11 f 3 5 3 14m For minimum distance 3 14 5 0 63m gt 0 7m Minimum distance of the built in flash Thus the flash effective distance is from approx 0 7m to 3 14m 2 Calculating the aperture according to the camera to subject distance Aperture Guide Number Camera to subject distance Example If the camera to subject distance is 2 5m and ISO 100 film is used the effective aperture is obtained as follows Guide Number 11 Distance 2 5m 4 4 If the calculated aperture value is different from an indicated f stop for instance f 4 4 select the next smaller aperture value Set at f 4 in this case no z E a WW a fo a Wu Oo a a lt D ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT IN FLASH F FA and FA J Lenses Compatibility with the Built in Flash If an FA J F or FA lens incompatible with the built in flash is used pressing the shutter release button halfway down causes rapid blinking of L in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as a warning If you take a flash picture with an incompatible lens the corner of the picture may look dark or there may be a dark semi circular area on the lower part of the picture O compatible A Vignetting will occur u
37. Selecting the Focus Point 96 Setting the Focus Point to the Center of the Viewfinder 97 Using the Focus Lock 98 Previewing the Depth of Field 100 Hard to Autofocus Subjects 101 Notes on Accessories 101 USING THE BUILT IN FLASH 102 Auto Pop up Flash Function 102 Selecting the Various Built in Flash Modes 104 About Red eye Phenomenon 105 Red eye Reduction Flash Function 105 Flash Effective Range for the Auto Picture Mode and Picture Mode 105 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS POP UP THE BUILT IN FLASH MANUALLY 106 Daylight Sync Shooting 108 FLASH RECOMMENDED INFORMATION 109 INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARNING WHEN THE BUILT INFLASHISUSED 110 ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT IN FLASH Wa a uiine aae 111 1 When Using the Auto Picture and Picture Modes 111 2 Shutter Priority AE Mode 111 3 Aperture Priority AE Mode 111 4 Metered Manual Mode 112 F FA and FA J Lenses Compatibility with the Built in Flash 114 USING EXTERNAL FLASH 116 Flash Functions 0000000ee 116 Using P TTL Auto Flash Mode with the AFS60FGZ_ 118 Usi
38. al Four way controller Strap lug ES Z gt A Focus point mode switch Battery chamber cover Date button Auto bracketing Tripod socket button Hot shoe za Viewfinder Metering walii VI mode switch _ Sse Flash pop up i N button Film information DA window FA LCD panel Drive mode button Flash mode button Release socket cap LCD PANEL INDICATIONS 6888 88 Bar graph p 64 81 85 Battery exhaustion one Ca 88 x TV m ISOm AV 0000 00 BATE Pe BB a amp ene Shutter speed Manual set film speed p 52 Aperture value Focus points p 96 97 Date time p 28 to 31 warning p 26 Exposure counter p 36 Film status indication p 36 50 Date mode status indication p 29 31 Audible PCV signal p 87 Auto bracket exposure p 63 Exposure compensation p 85 Automatic flash indication p 45 Red eye reduction flash indication p 105 GC Flash off indication p 104 4 Flash status indication p 102 w Wireless flash mode p 104 121 Hs High speed sync mode p 104 119 Ely Consecutive shooting p 55 Multiple exposure shooting p 61 Self timer p 56 Remote control release p 59 4 MEMO e To see the LCD panel in the dark turn the main preview switch to 2 The LCD panel will light up for about 10 seconds
39. and an FA F A lens having an LA position on the aperture ring can be used Other lenses and an FA F A lens without an A position on the aperture ring cannot be used unless custom function number CF 17 is set to 2 Function Lens FA J FA lens F lens A lens Mount type Kar Karej 3 Kar Ka Autofocus Lens only O O x With AF adapter 1 7X 1 O Manual focus With the focus indicator 2 O O O With Matte field O O Q Eleven focus points O O x Power zoom x x x 4 Auto Picture Mode Picture Mode O O O Aperture Priority AE O O O Shutter Priority AE O O O Metered Manual O O O TTL Auto Flash O O O Multi 16 segment metering O O O Notes O Functions can be used only when the aperture ring is set to the A position x Functions cannot be used 1 Lens with a maximum aperture of f 2 8 or larger smaller aperture number and with its aperture ring set to the A position 2 Lens with a maximum aperture of f 5 6 or larger smaller aperture number 3 To use an F FA soft 85mm f 2 8 lens or FA soft 28mm f 2 8 lens set custom function number CF 17 to 2 Pictures can be taken with the aperture you set 4 Only the standard program mode works in the Auto picture mode 4 MEMO Kar2 and Kar mount lenses are designed to work with the Autofocus SLR camera Lenses and accessories that cannot be used wit
40. be used This camera uses infrared rays to detect film transport so infrared film may be exposed Step 9 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON The shutter release button has two positions Pressing it down halfway first position turns on the exposure meter the LCD displays and autofocus system operates 4 4 YA Lj Not Pressed halfway Pressed fully pressed down down first position second position 2 os EO ae Wee a og ow OE ge Pressing it fully second position releases the shutter When taking a picture press the shutter release button gently to prevent camera shake 4 MEMO e Before loading a roll of film slowly press the shutter release button to learn where the first position is e The LCD indication stays on for about 10 seconds after the button is released from the halfway position Pressing the shutter release button halfway down keeps the LCD indicator on 2 BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 SETTING THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODE 40 SETTING THE AUTO PICTURE MODE 41 SETTING MULTI 16 SEGMENT METERING MOD tu eae nares ema AA 42 Step 4 SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF S 43 Step 5 SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO PUT oes eo AA WAA IA Roe ale 44 Step 6 SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH 45 Step 7 USING THE ZOOM LENS 46 Step 8 HOLDING THE CAMERA 47 Step 9 TAKING A PICTURE 48 Step 10 UNLOADING A
41. built in flash automatically retracts when the power is turned off Z MEMO The built in flash does not pop up even if the flash pop up button is pressed with the flash mode is set to Flash OFF When the flash pop up button is pressed 4 disappears and uP appears on the LCD panel which indicates the flash always fires regardless of the light conditions The shutter cannot be released until the flash is fully charged To enable shutter release before the flash is charged set custom function number CF7 to 2 See pages 134 and 138 Do not use a lens hood with the built in flash as it may obstruct the path of the light coming from the flash causing vignetting in the picture corners With the built in flash popped 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 124 no 2 o zi a Wu a O a Wu O a a lt sg POP UP THE BUILT IN FLASH MANUALLY Daylight Sync Shooting In daylight conditions when a portrait picture is taken with a person s face cast in shadow discharging the flash will eliminate the shadow 1 Press the flash pop up button 4UP 2 Confirm that the flash mode is set to Flash ON 3 Confirm either the built in or the external flash is fully charged If the background is too bright it may be over exposed 4 Take a picture
42. can indicate 2 EV to 2 EV If you set a value outside this range blinks on either end of the bar o Z 9 amp ir m a o a my a lt AE LOCK FUNCTION You can lock the exposure setting before you take the picture If the subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained you can zoom in on the subject to obtain the proper exposure setting Then lock the exposure setting and recompose to take a picture Press the AE lock button AE L The measured exposure level is locked for 20 seconds To cancel the AE lock press the AE lock button again is displayed in the viewfinder MEMO e The measured exposure level remains locked as long as the AE lock button is kept pressed or the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway even after 20 seconds With the custom function number CF4 you can select the function of the AE lock button between auto focusing and auto exposure metering See page 137 When the AE lock button is pressed audible PCV signal is heard This audible PCV signal can be turned off See page 87 The auto pop up built in flash function does not work while the AE lock is in use goes off of the LCD panel AE lock does not work in the metered manual mode and bulb exposure mode If a zoom lens whose maximum apperture varies depending on the focal length the combination of shutter spe
43. charge in the popped up position bright lighting conditions The power zoom The camera does not have 18 system does not the power zoom function p function The film does not The custom function CF10 For automatic rewind when p 139 e In rare cases the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity This can be remedied by taking the batteries out and putting them back in again e When the mirror remains in the upper position take the batteries out and put them back in again Then turn the power on and turn the power off with pressing the shutter release button After the procedure is done the camera may operate correctly OTHERS PROGRAM DIAGRAMS Standard program Mode Night Scene Program Mode without Flash At ISO 100 with FA J 28 80mm 3 5 5 6 AL lens 8 w 2 1 1 1 20 2 2 EMI gy o Bomm 14 W 30 8 2 1 2 18 wao 1 25 1 500 1 2000 1 8000 lis0100 Portrait Program Mode At ISO with FA J 28 80mm f 3 5 5 6 AL lens 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 lev IF pa 64 45 n 32 22 16 o 80mm 56 of 2am 4 28 yi 2 14 WI so 8 2 12 we wao 1 25 1 500 1 2000 1 8000 liso100 Landscape Program Mode At ISO 100 with FA J 28 80mm f 3 5 5 6 AL lens
44. de The proper exposure is automatically selected 41 Portrait Program Modo iia 69 Landscape Program Modo iia 70 Close up Program Modo ia 71 Standard Program Mode 68 an A S7 NE Action Program Mod ii 72 Jo Night Scene Program Mode 220000 73 desired picture mode The selected mode is displayed in the viewfinder 4 MEMO e When using an F or FA lens set the AHERN lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens LETE Ei 7 T s A221611 8564 th The built in flash pops up and discharges automatically in low light and backlight conditions when is displayed on the LCD panel a Z o z fid WW a fe ral Wu 2 a lt SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES 1 9 Standard Program Mode To take a basic picture use the Standard program mode You simply press the shutter release button The camera selects the best combination of aperture and shutter speed setting Set the mode dial to e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel is also displayed in the viewfinder 2 La Portrait Program Mod
45. e This mode is suitable for taking portrait photography Set the mode dial to e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the shutter speed and aperture setting ae displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel LA is also displayed in the viewfinder no A o z a WW a O a Wu O a a lt 4 MEMO e 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 photography or snapshots in sharp and clear focus with the extended depth of field SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES 3 LA Landscape Program Mode This mode is ideal for landscape photography and scenic snapshots Set the mode dial to a e When the shutter release button is pressed halfway the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel a is also displayed in the viewfinder 4 MEMO e When a photo of a landscape is taken in this mode the resulting photograph will be in focus for the entire landscape including objects close up and those in the distance 4 Close up Program Mode This mode is convenient when taking close up photos of flowers and so forth Set the mode dial to W e
46. e brands or an old battery with a new one Keep spare batteries on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling Default settings after replacing the batteries When the batteries are replaced the date mode will be re set and the following camera settings will take effect All other settings will remain unchanged Built in flash Auto pop up flash Red eye reduction flash Off Wireless flash sync Off High speed sync flash Off Drive mode Single frame Audible PCV signal On Time 0 00 Imprinted date time Off Battery Life using 24 exposure film rolls at 20 C 68 F General existing light photography About 50 rolls bs Flash photography using flash 50 of the times About 17 rolls ge Flash photography using flash 100 of the times About 12 rolls am Bulb exposure time About 5 hours on Battery Life using 24 exposure film rolls at 10 C 14 F a5 General existing light photography About 30 rolls Flash photography using flash 50 of the times About 10 rolls Flash photography using flash 100 of the times About 5 rolls Bulb exposure time About 1 hours The above table is based on Pentax measuring conditions and may vary depending on shooting conditions MEMO e New CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions Actual battery life and performance may vary drastically depending on usage of autofocus built in fla
47. e 101 and the focus indicator keeps blinking use the viewfinder s matte field as described below Using the viewfinder s matte field Set the focus mode switch to MF the focusing ring to the right or the left until the subject looks sharp in the viewfinder no 2 lt a Wu a Oo a WW Oo z a lt ABOUT FOCUSING Selecting the Focus Point There are 11 focus points in the viewfinder If the focus point mode switch is set to automatic see page 44 and the camera does not select the desired focus point you can select the desired focus point manually 1 Set the focus point mode switch to SEL and check where you want to focus Use the four way controller fl ss N A Y C gt to select the GaN IS desired focus point D S The selected focus point is J AA superimposed in red in the e 4 viewfinder If you have trouble seeing feat the superimposed focus point iy 195 oe ae because of the backlit or other d conditions check it on the LCD 8 panel oO Zi MEMO AUTO e To cancel the selected focus point set the focus point mode switch to Setting the Focus Point to the Center of the Viewfinder the viewfinder which is superimposed in red is in focus when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down
48. e center of the viewfinder See pages 96 and 97 e The focused point is superimposed in red on the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down The superimpose function can be canceled using the custom function CF6 See pages 134 and 138 Step SETTING THE AUTO POP UP FLASH Press the flash mode button emm until appears on the ORO LCD panel __ a es ap E __o EER Oo g S Ks auTO 5 8 x a z o 5 Na W a ia o 2 a 2 In this mode the built in flash automatically pops up when pressing the shutter button halfway down in the low light or backlight conditions 4 MEMO The built in flash does not retract automatically except when you turn off the power push the built in flash down after use If the flash pop up button is pressed after the flash popped up automatically disappears and the camera turns into the flash on mode The auto pop up flash can only be selected in the auto picture mode and picture mode The built in flash does not discharge when not required even if it is in the up position See page 102 for more details Do not use a lens hood when the built in flash is used as it may obstruct the path of the light coming from the flash causing vignetting in the picture corners ke Step 7 USING THE ZOOM LENS 1 Turning the zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger
49. e equipment does not show evidence of impact sand or liquid damage mishandling tampering battery or chemical corrosion operation contrary to operating instructions or modification by an unauthorized repair shop The manufacturer or its authorized representatives shall not be liable for any repair or alterations except those made with its written consent and shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other indirect or consequential damages of any kind whether caused by defective material or workmanship or otherwise and it is expressly agreed that the liability of the manufacturer or its representatives under all guarantees or warranties whether expressed or implied is strictly limited to the replacement of parts as hereinbefore provided No refunds will be made on repairs by non authorized Pentax service facilities 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 representative of the manufacturer in your country send the equipment to the manufacturer with postage prepaid In this case it will take a considerable length of time before the equipment can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required If the equipment is covered by warranty repairs will be made and parts replaced free of charge and the equipment will be r
50. e may be easily remedied Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies Before contacting a Pentax service center check the following items autofocus matte field Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The shutter does not The lens aperture ring is set Set the lens aperture ring to 15 release to other than the A position the A position P Nothing is displayed The main switch is OFF Turn the main switch ON 27 p on the LCD panel The low battery warning a Replace the battery is blinking p 23 The batteries are installed Install the batteries properly p 23 upside down i ISO and film speed are Set the Exposure mode 52 displayed on the LCD panel other than ISO P The built in flash is being Wait until the flash is fully p 102l charged charged Nothing is displayed The main switch is OFF Turn the main switch ON p 27 on the LCD panel No battery has been Install the batteries 23 installed P The batteries are installed Install the batteries properly p 23 backwards The battery is dead Replace the batteries p 23 The Autofocus does The focus pointsfzijare not Move the camera until the not work placed over the subject focus points cover the p 48 subject The subject is too close Increase the camera to 9 p 48 subjec
51. e repaired at any charge under the terms of the warranty If the difficulty 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 outlined in this manual charges will be assessed and a repair quotation will be provided t PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY USAGE e Use two 3V lithium batteries CR2 type e Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as leakage overheating explosion etc The battery should be inserted correctly with regard to polarity and marked on the battery and the camera e Battery performance may be temporarily hindered in low temperatures but will recover in normal temperatures e Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement convenience when shooting outdoors or while traveling e f the built in flash is used continuously the battery may become warm but it does not mean that the battery is faulty it is one of the battery s characteristics e Replace the batteries at the same time Do not mix battery brands type or an old battery with a new one It may cause explosion or overheating TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA 1 PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS 10 LCD PANEL INDICATIONS 12 VIEWFINDER INDICATIONS
52. e table on page 143 Lenses Exposure mode Restriction FA F A M S lens only or with auto diaphragm accessories such as auto extension tube K Aperture Priority AE mode The aperture remains wide open regardless of the aperture ring position The shutter speed varies according to the aperture ring position however an exposure error may occur Aperture value displays F in the viewfinder and AV on the LCD panel FA F A M S with manual diaphragm accessories such as extension tube K Aperture Priority AE mode Manual diaphragm lens such as reflex lens lens only Aperture Priority AE mode Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture value however an exposure error may occur Aperture value displays F in the viewfinder and AV on the LCD panel FA F Soft 85mm Aperture Priority Pictures can be taken with the aperture value manually FA Sont 28mm AE mode specified however an lens only exposure error may occur Aperture value displays F in the viewfinder and AV on the LCD panel All lenses Metered Manual Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture value and shutter speed however the built in light meter does not operate therefore the exposure cannot be evaluated Aperture value displays F in the viewfinder and AV on the LCD panel OTHERS TROUBLESHOOTING What appears troublesom
53. ed and aperture value changes depending on the zooming position even while the AE lock is working However the exposure value does not vary therefore a picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock TURNING OFF THE AUDIBLE PCV SIGNAL You can change the audible PCV signal on or off when the self timer remote control AE lock function is in use or when the subject is in focus Set the mode dial to MN Turn the select dial to display 9 or oFF onthe LCD panel appears on the LCD panel when 00 is selected no z E a Wu a fo a Wu Oo A a lt 3 Set the mode dial to the position other than a60 and S0 Zn MEMO e The shutter cannot be released when the mode dial is set to aS or fisol 88 SWITCHING THE METERING MODE Multi 16 segment metering center weighted metering or spot metering mode can be selected in this camera Select the desired metering mode with the metering mode switch Using Multi 16 Segment Metering This mode automatically measures light in 16 different zones enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of normal and backlight conditions Even backlit subjects do not become dark 4 MEMO e When multi segment metering the scene
54. er it has been activated press the drive button or turn the main preview switch off If you want the camera to operate immediately without a 3 second delay after pressing the shutter release button on the remote control use custom function number CF 13 See pages 134 and 140 The remote control may not operate in backlit conditions The remote control does not work while the flash is being charged e When the remote control shooting mode is left unused for 5 minutes the single frame drive mode will be automatically set The built in flash will not be popped up automatically in the remote control shooting mode See page 150 for the remote control specification Multiple Exposures on a Single Frame Pictures can be exposed on the same frame multiple times For example it is possible to take a picture of a dark background then a picture of a bright or flash lit subject on the same frame Press the drive mode button until appears on the LCD panel The frame number on the LCD panel blinks a Z o z fid w a fo ral WW o a a lt SELECTING A DRIVE MODE The frame number and on the LCD panel blink Take the second picture The frame number stops blinking and the film is advanced to the next frame then the camera returns into single frame drive mode 4 MEMO e To expose the third shot press the drive mode b
55. erate Diopter correction lens adapter M Diopter correction lenses that slide into the eyepiece groove on the camera are available If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly choose one of the eight correction lenses M of 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 and 3 m Eyecup Fu Camera Cases Soft case CF 12 Strap Strap Fm About Polarizing Filter When using an ordinary polarizing filter the half mirror incorporated into the autofocus system reduces the effectiveness of the autofocus function when used in combination with an ordinary polarizing filter Use a CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER for proper autofocus operation OTHERS CUSTOM FUNCTIONS The camera provides 17 custom functions so you can set the camera according to your shooting preferences NO Setting Exposure Functions CF 1 Setting the auto bracketing sequence CF2 Setting the shooting mode after auto bracket shooting CF3 Setting AF AE at the focus point CF4 Setting the AF function to the AE lock button CF5 Setting the film speed manually Autofocus Functions CF6 Superimposing the focus points Flash Functions CF7 Enabling shutter release before the built in flash is fully charged CF8 Using the built in flash as a wireless control for the AF360FGZ CF9 Setting the flash pop up button s function during wireless operation with the AF360FGZ Film Rewind Functions CF10 Se
56. esult in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment Z WARNING e The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself Never touch internal parts of the camera if they become 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 may damage your eyes and or parts of the camera e g shutter curtains etc Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed A CAUTION e Never try to disassemble short or recharge the battery 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 to burn yourself during removal e Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is a high precision mechanism Handle it with great care Precautions when taking pictures e Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain water or any other liquid because the camera is not weather water or liquid resistant Should the camera get wet
57. eturned to you upon completion of servicing If the equipment is not covered by warranty regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will apply Shipping charges are to be borne by the owner If your Pentax was purchased outside of the country where you wish to have it serviced during the warranty period the manufacturer s representatives in that country may charge regular handling and servicing fees Notwithstanding this your Pentax returned to PENTAX Setting of Custom Functions xis Custom Functions 1 Set the mode dial to 3 Use the four way 2 Use the four way controller Y to controller lt gt to select the setting number Setting number select the custom function number you wish to set To set the custom function Custom Functions Custom Function number Use the four way controller CF Jel i Alv r To set the setting number Use the four way controller a CF1 Setting the auto bracketing sequence 1 correct exposure under exposure over exposure 2 under exposure correct exposure over exposure 3 over exposure correct exposure under exposure CF2 Setting the shooting mode after auto bracket shooting 1 Returns to single frame shooting 2 Remains in auto bracketing CF
58. f its structure SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Using the Shutter Priority AE Mode When the desired shutter speed is selected the appropriate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a faster shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic image with a slower shutter speed See page 74 for the effect of shutter speed Set the mode dial to Tv speed by turing the select dial and aperture value in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel m oO 4 MEMO e When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the selected aperture value will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel as a warning as shown a When the subject is too bright n D choose a faster shutter speed d If it is too dark choose a slower N shutter speed When the shutter speed indication stops blinking you can take the picture If both selected shutter speed and aperture blink it means that the exposure is out of metering range unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is adjusted Use an ND Neutral Density filter or select a darker subject if the subject is too brig
59. film z oz EO q ae Wee a og Wu ou qt m i Step6 ATTACHING A LENS lens and camera while attaching the lens to the camera then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place As shown in the illustration remove the front lens cap To detach the lens hold down the lens unlock button and turn the lens counterclockwise Z MEMO The body mount cap protects the inside of the camera from dust and scratches upon factory shipment For long term camera storage the optional accessory Body Mount Cap K is available After attaching the lens try to turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler Dirt dust or corrosion may cause damage to the electrical system Clean the contacts with a soft and dry cloth We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers To protect the lens information contacts and AF coupler of the lens against damage after removal be sure to place the lens down with the mount side upward z o EO t ce Wee a og m Se mi m St 7 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER S DIOPTER and point the camera to a well lit scene Then turn the diopter adjustment dial until the indications such as focus points and TV AV displays in the viewfinder look sharp 4 MEMO
60. g the back cover check that is blinking and the exposure counter disappears from the LCD panel oO E e fo x 2 z o z fid WW a fo 9 2 m remove the film SETTING THE FILM SPEED ISO MANUALLY 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 7 Load the non DX coded film Set the mode dial to jiso 2 Turn the select dial to set the ISO film speed desired mode position other than iso asm and Z MEMO e The shutter cannot be released when the mode dial is set to WAT or ISO e ISO is displayed when you set a film speed other than the DX coded film speed 3 ADVANCED OPERATIONS SELECTING A DRIVE MODE This camera has a total of five drive modes as shown Single frame drive mode E One picture is taken each time the shutter release button is pressed See page 40 Consecutive shooting f Pictures can be taken consecutively while the shutter release button is held down See page 55 Self timer mode A picture will be taken with a 12 second delay See page 56 Remote control shooting ei The shutter can be released with the optional remote
61. ge 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 This warranty policy does not affect the customer s statutory rights e The local warranty policies available from Pentax distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy Therefore we recommend that you review the warranty card supplied with your product at the time of purchase or contact the PENTAX distributor in your country for more information and to receive a copy of the warranty policy OTHERS 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 wW AR N l N a This mark indicates precautions that if not a followed could result in serious injury to the user CA TI 0 N a This mark indicates precautions that if not AN U a followed could r
62. h Day Hour Minute Select the desired digits tor left to change the digits to change the blinking digits The digits increase by one each time the select dial is turned right and the digits decrease when turned to left 5 After you have changed the digits press the DATE button to confirm them and adjust the next digits When you have changed the minutes press the DATE button to start the clock and return the LCD panel to the AV TV display 6 Press the DATE button to select the date mode you wish to imprint on your pictures Confirm that is displayed on the LCD panel See Page 30 for details MEMO e Be sure to set the date and time after you load the batteries e If you replace the batteries the time is reset to 0 00 Be sure to set the time The date remains the same as when the batteries were removed Operational precautions e The working temperature for data printing is 10 C 50 C 14 F 122 F e If high speed film with an ISO rating of 1000 or faster is used the imprinted characters may blur e If film with ISO rating of 50 or slower is used the imprinted characters may be dark or dim e If you release the shutter while the data is blinking the data cannot be imprinted YA oz EO 42 ee Wee a og W Se ah m g9 Step 5 IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME POENE MORESO E T A OT O EEA EEAS Ya Press the DATE button 4 The c
63. h this camera Only FA J lenses or lenses that have the aj position on the aperture ring can be used The camera does not operate under the following conditions unless custom function number CF17 is changed to 2 see pages 134 and 142 e When a lens without an 4 position is used e When an F or FA lens is used and the aperture ring is set toa position other than the a position e When accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are used HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections If you d like to start taking pictures with this new camera as soon as possible read sections 1 and 2 BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION and BASIC OPERATION SHOOTING These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera Basic Operation Preparation gt Page 21 2 Basic Operation Shooting More information that is detailed can be found in the section 3 and section 4 Advanced Operations gt Page 127 ATTACHING THE SIRA Pia E 22 LOADING THE BATTERIES 23 TURNING ON THE POWER 27 ADJUSTING THE DATE AND TIME 28 IMPRINTING THE DATE OR TIME 30 ATTACHING ALENS 32 ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER S DIOPTER34 L ABINGIEIIM Sree E testa 35 OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON ieee ese ae teen ER te era Na 37 z of EO
64. ht Use a flash if it is too dark no z E a Wu a o a Wu Oo A a lt SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Using the Aperture Priority AE Mode When the desired aperture is selected the appropriate shutter speed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increased depth of field or a portrait against a blurred background See page 75 for the effect of aperture Set the mode dial to Av 3 aina en cree wa AN ee KAA LA Tv Av H D Confirm the shutter speed o 56 E and aperture value in the lo viewfinder or on the LCD er panel L y 4 MEMO e When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark the selected shutter 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 larger number if available when it is too dark choose a larger aperture smaller number if available When the shutter speed indication stops blinking you can take the picture If Car Li Y v A221611 8564 Saat Fitment ter a e lwo Av a ode EH __o O both shutter speed and apert
65. iate lens warning 9 Flash off Red eye reduction Auto pop up flash Automatic flash function Consecutive shooting Self timer Auto bracketing mode Exposure compensation Exposure compensation value Multiple exposure apuJ Remote control mode 1 PCV signal indication Wireless flash mode Hs High speed flash sync Shutter speed Aperture value ISO Date Time Exposure counter lt a Battery exhaustion warning 0 Film status information Preview Electronically controlled and usable in all exposure modes Tu Self timer Electronically controlled with delay time of 12 sec or or 2 sec with mirror lock up in used Start by pressing shutter release button Operation confirmation Possible to set PCV beep tone Cancellable after operation Auto Bracket Three frames consecutive shots with exposure bracketing in 0 3 0 5 1 EV Mirror Quick return mirror with AF secondary mirror Film Loading Film advances automatically to 1st frame after back cover is closed Film information window is provided Film Wind amp Auto wind rewind by built in motor Consecutive or Single advance Rewind mode Approx 2 5 frame sec
66. is out of focus If the subject is too close to the camera move back and take the picture If the camera still has difficulty focusing see page 101 the subject focus manually see page 94 Using the AF Continuous Mode AF C Set the focus mode switch to AF C _ 2 Frame the subject then press the shutter release button halfway down focus the focus indicator lights up in the viewfinder and the audible PCV signal beeps no z E a Wu a fo a WW Oo A a lt 4 MEMO e In the AF Continuous AF C mode the camera switches to the predictive AF mode automatically when a moving subject is detected It then focuses the subject continuously e In the AF Continuous AF C mode the shutter can be released even when the subject is out of focus 8 ABOUT FOCUSING Manual Focusing When you focus manually you can either check with the focus indicator or the viewfinder s matte field to adjust focus Using the focus indicator Set the focus mode switch to MF 2 Frame the subject then turn the focusing ring to the right or the left until the subject is in focus into focus the focus indicator lights up and the audible PCV signal beeps 4 MEMO e The audible PCV signal can be turned off See page 87 e If the subject is difficult to focus see pag
67. just focus to the subject viewfinder turn the main preview switch to e You can check the focused area in the viewfinder while the main preview switch is in 82 position Q 4 MEMO e While the main preview switch is in amp position no shooting information is displayed and the shutter cannot be released e The focus range display in the viewfinder may differ slightly from the actual picture Hard to Autofocus Subjects The autofocus system is highly precise but not perfect Depending on the brightness contrast shape and size of your subject the autofocus system may not operate In such a case set the focus mode switch to MF and use the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder see pages 94 and 95 Subjects which may fool the autofocus system include a Extremely low Contrast subjects such as a white wall in the focus points F b Subjects which don t reflect much light in the focus points c Subjects that are moving too fast d Multiple subjects in the foreground and background of the focus points E In this case the subject may not be in focus even if the focus indicator is lit e Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong backlight or with extremely bright backgrounds f If vertical or horizontal line patterns appear in the focus points
68. lash controls the AF360FGZ 4 MEMO e If you set CF8 to 2 the built in flash controls only the AF360FGZ and does not affect the exposure CF9 Setting the flash pop up button s function during wireless operation with the AF360FGZ e Custom Function number CF9 e Setting number 1 Disables the built in flash 2 Discharges the built in flash once for a test 3 Discharges the built in flash consecutively for modeling CF10 Setting the film rewind method e Custom Function number CF10 e Setting number e 1 Automatically rewinds the film 5 at the end of the roll 2 Disables automatic film rewind To rewind the film press the mid roll rewind button see page 51 ja CUSTOM FUNCTIONS CF11 Setting the status of the end of the film when rewound e Custom Function number CF11 Setting number 1 Rolls up the film completely 2 Leaves the end of the film unwound CF12 Setting the self timer delay time e Custom Function number CF12 e Setting number CF ie 1 Self timer delay of 12 sec 2 Self timer delay of 2 sec with mirror lock up 4 MEMO e During normal picture taking the shutter s reflex mirror goes up and creates a slight vibration With mirror lock up the reflex mirror stays up before the exposure starts This reduces camera shake caused by the mirror s movement See page 58 for setting mirr
69. ld be adjusted after loading the batteries See page 28 Attach the lens Align the red dots on the camera and lens mounts Turn the lens to clockwise until it clicks in place See page 32 MEMO e When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens QUICK AND EASY SHOOTING 4 Turn the power switch ON Turn the main preview switch to ON See page 27 diopter Turn the diopter adjustment dial left or right until the indications in the viewfinder looks sharp See page 34 Set the Auto Picture mode R Set the mode dial to the ES a position a ee See page 41 Load the film Align the film leader with film leader end mark orange colored See page 35 10 Set the autofocus mode Set the focus mode switch to AF S See page 43 Compose the subject by turning the zoom ring See page 46 Adjust the focus and take a picture Focus on the subject through the focus points and press the shutter release button to take a picture When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down auto flash pops up automatically if necessary See page 48 CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES Lenses that can be used with this camera Only an FA J lens
70. lf Js Spot metering zone switch to GJ ABOUT FOCUSING The autofocus mode AF S AF C manual focus mode and focus point modes are explained here There are three main focusing methods 1 Autofocus The camera focuses automatically There are two AF modes While you press the shutter release button halway e AF Single AF S mode locks the focus and e AF Continuous AF C mode adjusts the focus continuously See pages 92 and 93 for details 2 Manual focusing You can adjust the focus manually 3 Selecting the focus point You can select the desired focus point in the viewfinder or fix the focus point in the center position See pages 96 and 97 no z E a WW a fo a Wu Oo a a lt ABOUT FOCUSING Using the AF Single Mode AF S Set the focus mode switch to AF S press the shutter release button halfway down focus the focus indicator 4 lights up in the viewfinder and the audible PCV signal beeps 4 MEMO e While the focus indicator is lit the focus will be locked focus lock If you want to focus on another subject take your finger off from the shutter release button once to release the focus lock e If the focus indicator blinks it indicates that focus has not been achieved In the AF Single mode AF S you cannot take a picture while the subject
71. lm If the subject is moving the image will be blurred when a s fey t slow shutter speed is used a A It is possible to enhance the a effect of motion The Ma movement of a waterfall by ris intentionally using a slower TER shutter speed ji 5 l Choosing a faster shutter speed will allow the image of a moving subject to be frozen A faster shutter speed also helps prevent camera shake Slower shutter speed Faster shutter speed Effect of aperture The aperture increases or reduces the amount of reflected 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 subjects 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 stopped 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 behind the person will be blurred making the person appear to rise out of the landscape By contrast stopping down the aperture increases the in focus range o zZ z fd W a fo a Ww o a gt a lt 4 MEMO e The depth of field increases when you use a wider angle lens or the subject is farther from the camera Zoom lenses do not have a scale for depth of field because o
72. ment 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 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 e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations OTHERS WARRANTY POLICY All Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed 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 th
73. n other than asm and ISO OTHERS CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Resetting the custom functions to the default settings Setting number 1 1 Set the mode dial to Smp 2 Hold down the AE lock button for CF Ct more than 2 seconds CF and CL will be displayed on the LCD panel and all the custom functions will be reset to default setting 1 3 Set the mode dial to a position other than GET and ISO Setting the Custom Function The setting for each custom function is explained below To display the custom function number and setting number see Basic Setting of Custom Functions on page 134 CF1 Setting the auto bracketing sequence e Custom Function number CF1 Setting number 1 correct exposure gt under exposure gt over exposure 2 under exposure correct exposure gt over exposure 3 over exposure gt correct exposure gt under exposure CF2 Setting the shooting mode after auto bracket shooting e Custom Function number CF2 e Setting number 1 Returns to single frame shooting 2 Remains in auto bracketing CF3 Setting AF AE at the focus point The camera can automatically adjust the exposure according to the focused points when the camera is set to multi segment metering mode e Custom Function number CF3 e Setting number
74. nd illustration on page 124 The built in flash can be operated with any type of Pentax TTL dedicated flash unit 2 SH3HIO ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera AA Battery Grip BG 20 Battery grip powered by size AA batteries Usability is enhanced with the shutter release and AE lock buttons for vertical positioning of the camera Battery life Using 24 Exposure film rolls The number of 24 exposure film rolls that can be taken with a new set of alkaline batteries is indicated below Number of film rolls at 20 C 68 F General existing light photography approximately 75 rolls Flash photography with 50 of shooting uses flash approximately 30 rolls Flash photography with 100 of shooting uses flash approximately 20 rolls Bulb exposure time approximately 12 hours When you use the camera in cold climates it is recommended that you use the camera without the BG 20 since the performance of alkaline batteries such as those used in the BG 20 deteriorates in cold environments Cable Switch Cable switch CS 205 Lengths 0 5m Flash Accessories AF360FGZ A P TTL TTL auto zoom flash unit with maximum guide number 36 ISO 100 m Its features include AF spot beam slave sync flash multiple flash high speed sync wireless flash contrast control sync flash and leading trailing curtain sync modes AF500FTZ A TTL Auto Zoom fla
75. nder the usage conditions x incompatible because of vignetting Lens Name Compatibility F Fish Eye Zoom 17 28mm 3 5 4 5 x FA Zoom 20 35mm f 4 AL Vignetting will occur if focal length is less than 28mm FA Zoom 24 90mm f 3 5 4 5 AL IF Vignetting will occur if focal length between 24 28mm FA Zoom 28 70mm f 2 8 AL x FA Zoom 28 70mm f 4 AL O FA Zoom 28 80mm f 3 5 5 6 A Vignetting may occur in the following cases e The focal length is between 28 35mm and the camera to subject distance is 3m or less e The focal length is 35mm and the camera to subject distance is 1m or less FA J Zoom 28 80mm 3 5 5 6 AL FA Zoom 28 90mm 3 5 5 6 FA Zoom 28 105mm 3 2 4 5 AL IF FA Zoom 28 105mm f 4 5 6 IF gt 1O00 Vignetting may occur if focal length is 40mm or less FA Zoom 28 200mm f 3 8 5 6 IF Vignetting may occur if focal length is 70mm or less F FA 35 80mm f 4 5 6 O Lens Name Compatibility FA Zoom 70 200mm f 4 5 6 O FA J Zoom 75 300 f 4 5 5 8 AL O FA Zoom 80 200mm f 2 8 ED IF A Vignetting may occur if focal length is 80mm to 90mm F or FA Zoom 80 200mm 4 7 5 6 FA Zoom 80 320mm 4 5 5 6 F Zoom 100 300mm 4 5 5 6 FA Zoom 100 300mm f 4 5 5 6 FA Zoom 250 600mm 5 6 ED IF FA 20mm 2 8 FA 24mm f 2 AL IF FA 28mm f 2 8 AL FA 31mm f 1 8 AL Limited FA 35mm f
76. ng High Speed Sync Flash Mode with the AF360FGZ 119 Wireless Flash AF360FGZ Only 121 Contrast Control Sync Flash 123 Using Both the Built in Flash and External Flash 124 Red eye Reduction Flash Function 126 Trailing Shutter Curtain Sync Flash 126 Multi burst Flash with the Pentax Dedicated Flash 126 eT Zr ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL 128 AA Battery Grip BG 20 128 Cable Switch 128 Flash Accessories 129 Viewfinder and Lens Accessories 130 Camera Cases 131 Stap ei iaa ats an tid ee de eh ee 131 About Polarizing Filter 131 CUSTOM FUNCTIONS 132 Basic Setting of Custom Functions 134 Setting the Custom Function 136 TROUBLESHOOTING 144 PROGRAM DIAGRAMS 146 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 148 Specification for Remote Control Optional 150 WARRANTY POLICY 152 NAMES OF WORKING PARTS AV button Mode dial Select dial A lt Mirror Shutter release 7 button gt lt ee O peN Focus mode switch A Baan Lens information Main preview Contacts switch Lens mount Lens unlock index button AF coupler AE lock button Diopter adjustment di
77. or lock up CF13 Setting the shutter release delay time with the remote control e Custom Function number CF13 Setting number 1 Picture taken after 3 sec 2 Picture taken immediately CF14 Setting auto focusing during remote control operation e Custom Function number CF14 e Setting number re iy CJ 1 Auto focusing not used erg 4 2 Auto focusing used CF15 Setting the LCD panel illumination e Custom Function number CF15 e Setting number re Is 1 llluminated when the ae et main preview switch is set to preview 2 2 llluminated automatically in low light condition 3 Not illuminated CF16 Setting the mode dial illumination e Custom Function number CF 16 e Setting number CF ig 1 Illuminates 2 Does not illuminate OTHERS CUSTOM FUNCTIONS CF17 Enabling shutter release with the aperture ring set to other than the 4 position e Custom Function number CF17 Setting number 1 Disables shutter release if the aperture ring is not set to the A position 2 Enables shutter release 4 MEMO e When the custom function number CF17 is set to 2 the shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of an attached lens is not set to the A position However the features will be restricted as shown in th
78. osure bracketing step will d be fixed when the auto bracketing button is released Press the shutter release button halfway down to focus on the subject The bar graph is displayed in the viewfinder and the current exposure bracketing step blinks 4 Hold down the shutter release button The three pictures will be taken The exposure with no compensation for the first frame For the second frame it indicates the minus side for under exposure For the third frame it indicates the plus side for over exposure The mode returns to single frame drive mode automatically after the third picture is taken MEMO e When the focus mode switch is set to AF S single the focus is locked for the first frame and used for subsequent consecutive frames e When the focus mode switch is set to AF C continuous the camera tries to focus on the subject each time the shutter is released however the focus may be incorrect for consecutive frames If you take a finger off from the shutter release button during auto bracketing the auto bracketing exposure setting will remain effective for about 20 seconds and you can take the next picture by pressing the shutter release button again In this case auto focusing works for each frame You can combine this function with the built in flash or external flash TTL and P TTL auto only to change the amount of flash consecutively Make sure the external fla
79. priate lens for flash shooting is used See page 114 to check the compatibility between the built in flash and various lenses e When using an inappropriate F or FA lens 4 will blink rapidly in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel See page 110 for details e If the built in flash is used continuously the battery may become warm but it does not mean that the battery is faulty it s one of the battery s characteristics e The shutter cannot be released until the flash is fully charged e To enable shutter release before the flash is charged set custom function number CF7 to 2 See pages 134 and 138 2 A o zi a Wu a O a Wu O a a lt poy USING THE BUILT IN FLASH Selecting the Various Built in Flash Modes yao ih mode button the flash mode O on the LCD panel changes as shown in the chart Mo gt am gt o Auto pop up Auto pop up Wireless Red eye reduction K nia e Ww HS Flash OFF Flash ON Flash ON Wireless i Red eye reduction High speed sync MEMO The auto pop up flash mode can only be set in the auto picture mode and the picture mode See page 66 The built in flash pops up automatically when is displayed on the LCD panel However it discharges only when required Automatic flash function The auto pop up function of the built in flash does not work when the A
80. q ae Wee a og m ai qL m 2 Step 1 ATTACHING THE STRAP through the strap lug from underneath then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath Pass the other end of the strap through the protection cover and triangular ring then pass the strap through the clasp from underneath MEMO The strap s clasp can be used to rewind the film in mid roll or to alter the date or time Position the clasp away from the camera body Step 2 a LOADING THE BATTERIES 1 Open the battery chamber cover by pushing the lever as shown in the illustration BASIC OPERATION PREPARATION Load two lithium CR2 batteries or equivalent into the battery chamber with the batteries positive contacts pointing up 3 Push in the battery chamber cover firmly until it clicks in place MEMO e If the batteries are removed the time will be re set to 0 00 and the data setting will be initialized to no data imprinted See page 28 for adjusting the date and time e The camera memorizes only the exposure number and date when the batteries are removed O LOADING THE BATTERIES Z MEMO Be sure to use two lithium CR2 batteries The camera and date imprinting will not operate without batteries The optional Battery Grip BG 20 is also available for this camera to use four alkaline batteries Replace the two batteries at the same time Do not mix battery typ
81. r cap SELECTING A DRIVE MODE Press the drive mode button J I after the picture is taken O Oe The camera is released from self TT timer mode LO disappears from the LCD panel and returns to single frame drive mode g 4 MEMO e To cancel the self timer operation before it is completed press the drive mode button e If you use a large tripod be sure to install the supplied auxiliary tripod plate between the camera and pan tilt tripod head otherwise the pan tilt tripod head may contact the lens Mirror lock up function With mirror lock up you can prevent camera shake caused by the reflex mirrors movement When the shutter release button is pressed the reflex mirror stays up and the shutter is released about 2 seconds later To take a picture with mirror lock up follow the procedure below 1 Set custom function number CF 12 to 2 See pages 134 and 140 2 Press the drive mode button until appears on the LCD panel 3 Focus on the subject then fully press the shutter release button After the reflex mirror locks up the picture will be taken 2 seconds later AE lock is enabled with the exposure value immediately before mirror lock up Remote Control Shooting The shutter will be released 3 seconds after the optional remote control s shutter release button is pressed If you use a large tripod be sure to install the supplied auxiliary
82. raph If the Le dots are on the minus side N of the bar graph it indicates under 6008 exposure If they are in the plus side Our prev J it indicates over exposure If the exposure setting exceeds 2 EV or blinks 1 EV over exposure SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE 4 MEMO e The AE lock does not operate in the Metered Manual Mode e When using negative color film the finished print is not greatly affected by a certain amount of over or under exposure This is because color negative film has wide latitude If you use positive slide film which has narrow latitude you need to adjust the aperture and shutter speed to intentionally over or under expose the shot Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark both shutter speed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel It means that the exposure is out of metering range unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed and aperture are adjusted Use an ND Neutral Density filter or select a darker subject if the subject is too bright Use a flash if it is too dark Slow Speed Sync Mode It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subject against a low light background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow shutter speed to expose the low light background With the Night scene program mode 1 Set the the mode dial to 7s
83. s brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder e Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens 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 correct 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 e The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50 C to 10 C 122 F to 14 F e A camera which has been submerged in water usually cannot be repaired If such an accident should occur it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately e To maintain optimum performance it is recommended that the camera be inspected every one or two years If the camera has not been used for an extended period or is being prepared for an important photographic session it is recommended that you have the camera inspected or test shoot with it e 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 e The PENTAX warranty provides only for the repair of defects in materials or workmanship Damage of any kind cannot b
84. sh and external conditions such as temperature and freshness of the batteries Generally battery performance is temporarily deteriorated as temperature decreases When the camera is used in a cold environment keep this product warm by holding it in some protection against cold Battery performance once deteriorated due to low temperature will be recovered when the batteries are returned to room temperature See page 128 regarding battery life when Battery Grip BG 20 is used LOADING THE BATTERIES Low Battery Warning When the batteries are nearly exhausted the low battery symbol appears on the LCD panel to warn you Replace the batteries as soon as possible 4 MEMO e See page 23 for replacing the batteries e Even if the low battery symbol appears exposure will be correct as long as the shutter can be released It is recommended that you replace the batteries as soon as possible When the low battery warning starts blinking the shutter cannot be released and no indication appears in the viewfinder If the camera has not been used for a long time the LCD panel may still display the low battery warning even with a new set of batteries In this situation turn off the camera then turn it on and press the shutter release button halfway down When the low battery warning lt a turns off you can continue using the camera Step 3 TURNING ON THE POWER
85. sh is fully charged before pressing the shutter release button each time You can change the auto bracketing sequence using the custom function number CF 1 See pages 134 and 136 Auto bracketing is automatically canceled after the third frame is exposed You can change this setting using the custom function CF2 See pages 134 and 137 e You can combine this function with the consecutive shooting mode In this case you can take consecutive auto bracketing shots by pressing the shutter release button continuously e You can combine this function with the self timer mode or the remote control shooting mode In this case the camera returns to single frame drive mode after shooting the third frame Taking pictures under exposer or over exposer only You can use the auto bracketing mode for only under exposure or over exposure shots by combining the operation with exposure compensation In this case the specified exposure compensation value is used for auto bracketing See page 85 no z z a Wu a e a Wu Oo A a lt SELECTING THE PICTURE MODES The camera incorporates the Auto picture mode function In this mode the camera automatically selects one of the five picture modes depending on the camera to subject distance and image magnification You can also select your desired picture mode manually The picture mode has a total of 6 modes as follows See page 68 to 73 for details of each mode Auto picture mo
86. sh with a built in AF spot beam and maximum guide number 50 ISO 100 m It features the slave sync flash function multiple flash contrast control sync flash and leading trailing curtain sync flash mode AF220T ATTL Auto flash with a guide number of 22 ISO 100 m AF201SA An Auto flash Not TTL with a guide number of 20 ISO 100 m Macro Flash AF140C A TTL macro flash unit with a guide number of 14 ISO 100 m Off Camera shoe Clip CL 10 Enable the AF360FGZ to be used as a wireless slave flash OTHERS i ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL Hot Shoe Adapter Fc Extension Cord F5P and Off Camera shoe Adapter F The adapters and cords to use the external flash away from the camera Viewfinder and Lens Accessories Magnifier FB A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder Refconverter A Right angle finder which attaches to the grooves on both sides of the viewfinder The viewfinder magnification is able to switch from 1X to 2X 4 MEMO e Be sure to detach the Refconverter A before you open the camera back cover otherwise the back cover may strike the Refconvert A Filters Skylight UV Cloudy Y2 O2 R2 and Circular Polarizing Filter are available in sizes of 49mm 52mm 58mm 67mm and 77mm Z MEMO The hot shoe cover attached to the camera hot shoe is dedicated only for x a amp MZ L MZ 30 and MZ 7 If you use any hot shoe cover of other than the above models auto pop up doesn t op
87. shutter speed is faster than 1 125 sec e Read the operating manual of the flash unit for more details Wireless Flash AF360FGZ Only With the AF860FGZ you can discharge a flash without having a cord connection between the camera and flash unit The high speed sync mode can also be used with wireless flash See page 120 1 Place the flash unit at the desired location 2 Set the flash unit s power switch to WIRELESS 3 Set the flash unit s sync mode switch to S Slave 4 Press the flash pop up button to enable the built in flash to be used 5 Press the flash mode button until a is displayed 6 Confirm that both the built in flash and external flash unit are fully ui 2 charged d lt 7 Focus on the subject and take the amp picture ja z 3 4 MEMO lt When the flash is ready fully charged the 4 will light in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down e Read the operating manual of the flash unit for more details e The AF360FGZ can be attached directly to the camera hot shoe and used instead of the built in flash It can also be controlled in wireless mode z USING EXTERNAL FLASH Wireless flash control P TTL flash mode When the AF360FGZ is used for wireless flash the following process is executed between the built in flash and AF360FGZ before the flash is fired 1 Press the shu
88. t distance The focus mode is set to Set the focus mode switch to p 43 IMF or AFC AFS The subject is difficult to Focus manually by using the p 94 rewind automatically when finished has been set to the setting number 2 the film is finished set the custom function CF10 to 1 Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference AE lock function does The Metered Manual Mode Set the exposure mode dial p 67 not operate or Bulb Timer Exposure to the other position p 76 Mode is being used p 78 Focus indicator Jin The subject is too close or Focus manually by using the 94 the viewfinder blinks difficult to autofocus matte field P The built in flash Low battery warning a on Replace the batteries p 23 does not charge the LCD panel blinking The built in flash does The exposure mode is being Set the mode dial other p 104 not activate when the set to than flash pop up button is depressed The built in flash The mode dial is set to Set the exposure mode dial p 66 does not pop up other than the Auto picture to the Auto picture or Picture automatically or Picture mode mode Hot shoe cover is used Use the Hot shoe cover Fx 130 other than Fk P The built in flash When the Emp appears on 45 does not discharge the LCD panel the built in P even if the flash is in flash does not dis
89. telephoto and turning it to the left makes the subject appear smaller wide angle 4 MEMO e The smaller the number shown on the zoom scale ring the wider the angle Conversely the larger the number the more magnified the image appears e 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 attached Telephoto Wide angle Step 8 HOLDING THE CAMERA e Hold the camera firmly with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations e While taking a picture gently press the shutter release button Sudden force on the shutter release button will cause camera shake making the picture blurred z o Ee gz 20 Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically oo 25 ae a 4 MEMO e To reduce camera shake support your body or the camera on a solid object a table tree or a wall for instance e When using an telephoto lens a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake e Although there are individual differences among photographers in general the shutter speed for a hand held camera is the inverse of the focal length For example 1 50 of second for focal length is 50mm and 1 100 of second for it is 100mm A tripod should be used for shutter speeds slower than this be Step 9 TAKING A PICTURE
90. ter speed and aperture setting are displayed in It is possible to photograph subjects and background in a balanced way by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow speed to expose the low light background The shutter speed automatically changes in the range of 1 125 to 1 second Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent camera shake because of the slow shutter speed in this mode If the subject is not still the picture will be blurred Check that the flash is fully charged before shooting The Standard program mode is automatically set when the built in flash is not in use If you use a large tripod be sure to install the supplied auxiliary tripod plate between the camera and pan tilt tripod head otherwise the pan tilt tripod head may contact the lens on the viewfinder and on the LCD panel 6 3 is also displayed in the g viewfinder e 4 MEMO 3 3 lt SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed A correct exposure is established by a combination of shutter speed and aperture setting according to the subject s brightness There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture for a particular subject s brightness Different shutter speed and aperture settings produce different effects Effect of shutter speed The shutter speed determines the film exposure times or the length of time that the light is allowed to strike the fi
91. the AF360FGZ or AF500FTZ etc is set as a slave unit or wireless the preflash for red eye reduction will trigger the slave unit to fire When using a slave unit do not use red eye reduction e The red eye reduction feature works even when an only external flash is used See page 126 Flash Effective Range for the Auto Picture Mode and Picture Mode As a rule of thumb the distance for using the built in flash which varies with the lens used is within about four meters using ISO 400 film 4 MEMO e The flash effective range does not come closer than 0 7m 2 6ft even if the lens aperture is very small When a subject is shot at a distance less than 0 7m 2 6ft the correct exposure cannot be obtained and you will see vignetting in the picture corners e Note the built in flash pops up even when the subject is far away or beyond the maximum flash effective range See page 112 for the flash effective range YA Z o amp pa Ww a fo a Ww o A a lt POP UP THE BUILT IN FLASH MANUALLY button to activate the flash The built in flash starts charging automatically When it is fully charged 4 appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel N Press the flash mode button 8 to select a flash mode m G See page 104 for Selecting the Various Built in Flash Modes flash push down the flash head to lock it in the closed position The
92. the lens e The Auto picture mode operates only when an FA J FA or F lens is attached When an A lens is attached the exposure mode is automatically fixed to standard Step 3 SETTING MULTI 16 SEGMENT METERING MODE This metering mode automatically measures light in 16 different zones enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of normal and backlight conditions switch to 4 MEMO e The center weighted metering and spot metering are also available See page 89 and 90 Step 4 SETTING THE AUTO FOCUS MODE TO AF S When the shutter release button is pressed halfway down the lens adjusts focus automatically Set the focus mode switch to AFS 4 MEMO You can also focus in the following ways e MF Focus manually See page 94 e AF C Continuous focus See page 93 See page 91 to 101 for various focusing methods z fe EG mz W 26 ee oO ae faa lal Step 5 SETTING THE FOCUS POINT MODE TO AUTO When the focus point mode is set to AUTO the camera selects one of the 11 focus points to focus even when the subject is not at the center 1 Set the focus point mode switch to z The focus area in the viewfinder is covered with the 11 focus points Focus area MEMO e You can also manually select one of the 11 focus points to focus on the subject or fix the focus point in th
93. tripod plate between the camera and pan tilt tripod head otherwise the pan tilt tripod head may contact the lens Press the drive mode button until appears on the LCD OOt panel Confirm that the subject is in focus by pressing the shutter release button halfway down Remote control operation does not activate focusing with the default setting Use custom function number CF 14 to focus automatically with remote control operation See pages 134 and 141 Press the shutter release button on the remote control toward the camera The self timer lamp blinks and the audible PCV signal sounds during remote control shooting Tv a Av mnn 125 8b EH ___o md ors Lai no z z a Wu a fo a WW oO A a lt O SELECTING A DRIVE MODE the self timer lamp lights for approx 2 seconds and will begin to blink slowly Press the drive mode button after the picture is taken The camera is released from remote control shooting mode and returns to single frame drive mode 4 MEMO e The operating distance of the wireless remote control is approx 5m from in front of the camera Under exposure may occur if light enters the viewfinder during remote control shooting in any picture or exposure mode except manual exposure mode Use the supplied viewfinder cap See page 57 or AE lock function see page 86 To stop the remote control operation aft
94. tter release button completely 2 The built in flash discharges a pre flash the camera s flash mode is transmitted 3 The external flash unit discharges a pre flash the subjects lighting condition is checked 4 The external flash unit discharges a pre flash the required flash output is transmitted to the external flash If HS high speed sync has also been set the built in flash will discharge another pre flash to transmit the flash duration time 5 The AF360FGZ flash unit discharges the flash Z MEMO e You can select how the built in flash is to be used either as an information controller for the external flash or as a flash to affect the exposure using the custom function number CF8 See pages 134 and 139 Channel control For wireless control channel e g CH1 for the AF360FGZ must be set on the camera Attach the AF360FGZ to the camera turning on the camera and pressing the shutter release button halfway down to set channel e The present channel is displayed for about 10 seconds when flash mode w or amp is set Contrast Control Sync Flash Using the dedicated external flash in combination with the built in flash allows twin flash photography contrast control synch flash photography This is based on the difference between the amounts of light discharged from two units Contrast control synch flash is possible with the combination of following flash units AF360FGZ AF
95. tting the film rewind method CF11 Setting the status of the end of the film when rewound Self timer Functions CF12 Setting the self timer delay time NO Setting Pages Remote Control Functions CF13 Setting the shutter release delay time with the remote 140 control CF14 Setting auto focusing during remote control operation 141 Others CF15 Setting the LCD panel illumination 141 CF16 Setting the mode dial illumination 141 CF17 Enabling shutter release with the aperture ring set to 142 other than the A position OTHERS ig CUSTOM FUNCTIONS Basic Setting of Custom Functions Follow the procedure below to set a custom function Set the mode dial to GS The custom function number and setting number will be displayed on the LCD panel Use the four way controller A Y to select the custom function number you wish to set The custom function number will be changed Setting number Custom function number Use the four way controller lt gt to select the setting number The setting number will be changed Setting number e The LCD panel shows the custom function number CF2 and setting number 2 Set the mode dial to a positio
96. ure blink it means that the exposure is out of metering range unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is adjusted Use an ND Neutral Density filter or select a darker subject if the subject is too bright Use a flash if it is too dark no z lt a Wu a fo a Wu Oo A a lt O SELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODE Using the Metered Manual Mode 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 exposed darker or over exposed brighter photographs Set the mode dial to M X 2 The bar graph appears in n56 FH the viewfinder and on the nng l LCD panel Tainen lo oO Aa N Turn the select dial to change the shutter speed Turn the select dial to change the aperture value while holding down the AV button ZI and aperture value in the viewfinder or on the LCD panel If the Le dot is in the center of the bar it indicates correct exposure 4 MEMO e When using an F or FA lens set the lens aperture ring to the A position while holding down the aperture A lock button on the lens os oo ons ra r 1 a 1856 A 22161 ke m SS SS hk a Z o zi fid w a fo ral WW o a a lt About the bar g
97. urrent date appears on the DATE C LCD panel NE SJ f f ee a ee 1 ann gt EFE __o DATE oO AUTO X d AAA AAA AAA AOA ETENI MADII ATE DED a p While the date mode is 4 displayed press the DATE vare C button to select the date CO 4 style you want to imprint on lt SJ your pictures 5 wi nF pai 1 Year Month Day 4 4 33 Day Hour Minute tS a No data imprinted 5 in Month Day Year Cc 153 4 l g G3 Day Month Year Press the shutter release button halfway or turn the select dial to return the LCD panel to the TV AV display If you have chosen any date mode other than 1 appears on the LCD panel Z MEMO M Jon the LCD indicates Month Selected date mode will be imprinted 03 imprinted on pictures indicates the year 2003 indicates that no data will be imprinted If there is a white or yellow object in the right bottom corner of the picture where the data is imprinting the data may be difficult to read Two 3V lithium batteries supply power for both the camera and the date functions If the camera batteries are removed or replaced the time and data mode will be reset to 0 00 and no data imprinted respectively You need to adjust the date and time then select the imprinting date mode The data is not properly imprinted on the frame whose number is over the maximum number specified by the
98. utton after step 2 then go to step 2 To expose more shots always press the drive mode button to let stop blinking in advance of taking the next shot If you do not press the drive mode button before taking the next shot that shot will be the last one e The multi exposure shooting mode remains in effect even after the main preview switch is turned off To cancel the multi exposure shooting mode remove the batteries once and load again After replacing the batteries be sure to set the time and date imprinting mode again See page 28 AUTO BRACKETING When you pressed shutter release button three consecutive frames will be taken at different exposures The first frame is exposed with no compensation The second frame is under exposed and the third frame is over exposed The bracketing amount can be set to 0 3 0 5 and 1 0 EV Exposure with no compensation 4 MEMO e If the exposure compensation amount is small the effect will not be noticeable on negative film especially on negative color print processed by auto print 1 Press the auto bracketing button until 6c and the bar graph appear on the LCD panel o Z o z re ui o fe A m o a a lt O AUTO BRACKETING KADA ET EEE A OFE PEIEE MYA AE A Ka EE AOA gt Turn the select dial while n3 ES holding the auto bracketing goes button to set the exposure bracketing step i ans E The exp
99. way subject you can set the desired aperture to take a flash photograph e In this mode the shutter speed automatically changes with the ambient brightness The shutter speed changes in range of 1 125 sec to a slower shutter speed that does not cause camera shake The slowest shutter speed depends on the focal length of the lens in use When any lens other than FA J FA and F is used the shutter speed is fixed to 1 125 sec YA Z o amp pa Ww a fe Pal Ww o A a lt ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT IN FLASH 4 Metered Manual Mode e When using the built in flash in the Metered Manual Mode any combination of aperture and shutter speed 1 125 or slower can be set In this mode the exposure of the background can be controlled by the manual exposure to take a flash photograph 1 Calculating the flash effective range according to the camera to subject distance Maximum flash distance Guide Number Selected aperture Minimum flash distance Maximum flash distance 5 The value 5 used in the formula above is a fixed value applied to the built in flash in this camera 4 MEMO e When the distance to the subject is less than 0 7m 2 3ft the flash cannot be used If the flash is used within 0 7m it causes vignetting in the picture corners light is distributed unevenly and the picture may be over exposed The guide number GN depends upon the film speed used as shown below ISO25 GN5 5

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