Pentax 12050 Digital Camera User Manual
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1. Lens DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED DA 55 300mm f 4 5 8ED 50 135mm equivalent to 50 200mm equivalent to 55 300mm equivalent to Focal length approx 76 5 207mm in approx 76 5 306mm in approx 84 5 460mm in 35mm format 35mm format 35mm format Elements in groups 18 14 11 10 12 8 Angle of view 31 5 11 9 31 5 8 1 29 5 4 Aperture 2 8 f 4 1 5 6 f 4 1 5 8 Minimum aperture f 22 f 22 1 32 f 22 1 32 Mount type Kare mount Kar mount Kar mount DLL 3n 1 1m 3 6ft 1 4m 4 67t QT ER OR Approx 0 17x Approx 0 24x Approx 0 28x Filter size 67mm 52mm 58mm Lens hood PH RBK 67mm PH RBB 52mm PH RBG 58mm Max Diameter 76 5mm x 136mm 66 5mm x 78 5mm 71mm x 111 5mm x Length 3 0in x 5 4in 2 6in x 3 1in 2 8in x 4 5in Approx 685g 24 20z Approx 255g 90z Approx 440g 15 520z Weight with hood approx 765g with hood approx 285g with hood approx 470g 27 00z 100z 16 60z Soft case 590 160 880 120 580 160 For customers in USA 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 v2. Changing the Focus Mode For the DA x lens BI ge c Focusing with the OK Button ssssssseeeeeeeeeeneeenenee nennen 15 Using Manual Focus 17 Using the Quick Shift Focus System 17 How to use the Quick Shift Focus System sse 18 DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM focusing 20 Precautions on close distance scale ZOOM LENS n About the ZOOM ring erroe ttn ttn reve ti re ir dere About the zoom lock switch sssesssseesseeeeenneeeee nennen nennen MACRO LENS Magnification Scale esses nennen nennen enne ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD eese nnne nnn nnns nter nnne Screw on Type DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited dedicated lens hood Screw on Type DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited dedicated lens hood Bayonet Type enint rini ce seien Pe n rea eta nc i Bayonet Type DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood About the PL filter windOW esseesseeseneeeeennennnenen rennen Built in lens hood FILTERS Precaution on filters Attaching the 30 5mm filter to the DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited lens Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited lens terrm ren ee pe an Pe oe e E
3. 1 To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place 4 Memo Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted After mounting the lens gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place 2 To remove the lens Hold down the lens unlock button on the camera body and turn the lens counterclockwise EID LENS CAP Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward 4 Memo When not using the lens be sure to attach the lens cap Attach the dedicated lens cap over the lens hood on the DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited DA 35mm f 2 8 Macro Limited DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF and DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited Also with the DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited it is possible to mount the F49mm lens cap option by removing the lens hood Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens then screw the lens cap onto the lens hood EID FOCUSING Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode and manual focus mode For details refer to your camera operating manual For the DA lens The focus mode switch on the DA lens is used to change
4. 5 4 180 100 99 61 Aperture f 4 f 3 5 1 4 5 f 4 Minimum aperture 1 32 f 22 1 32 f 22 Mount type Kare mount Kar mount Kar mount Minimum focus 1 4m 4 67ft 0 14m 0 46ft Approximately 2 5cm 0 3m 0 98ft distance from front of lens Maximum magnification Approx 0 24x Approx 0 39x Approx 0 12x Filter size 77mm Cannot be mounted 77mm Lens hood PH RBK 77mm Built in PH RBI 77mm Max Diameter B3mm x 184mm 68mm x 71 5mm 84mm x 87 5mm x Length 3 3in x 7 4in 2 7in x 2 8in 3 3in x 3 4in Approx 1070g 37 740z with hood approx 1160g Approx 430g 15 20z Weight 40 9102 Approx 320g 11 30z with hood approx 457g with hood tripod attachment approx 1240g 43 730z 16 102 Soft case 120 210 S80 80 100 120 Lens DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF SDM DA 17 70mm f 4 AL IF SDM 16 45mm equivalent to 16 50mm equivalent to 17 70mm equivalent to Focal length approx 24 5 69mm in approx 24 5 76 5mm in approx 26 107mm in 35mm format 35mm format 35mm format Elements in groups 13 10 15 12 17 12 Angle of view 83 35 83 31 5 79 23 Aperture f 4 f 2 8 f 4 Minimum aperture 1 22 f 22 1 22 Mount type Kar mount Karz mount Kars mount Minimum focus Io 28m 0 92 0 3m 0 98ft 0 28m 0 92ft TERR Approx 0 26x Approx 0 21x Approx 0 31x Filter size 67mm 77mm 67mm Lens hood PH RBL
5. DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 8 5 4 5ED IF DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL II DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL DA 18 250mm f 3 5 6 3ED AL IF DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED DA 55 300mm f 4 5 8ED DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited DA 35mm 1 2 8 Macro Limited DA 40mm 2 8 Limited DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited Using Manual Focus Set the focus mode to MF and turn the focusing ring to focus manually See page 14 for information about changing the focus mode Using the Quick Shift Focus System If the focus mode is set to autofocus you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved Manually turn the focusing ring to finely adjust the focus You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF The Quick Shift Focus System is not available with the DA 18 250mm f 3 5 6 3ED AL IF How to use the Quick Shift Focus System 1 Using Autofocus Set the focus mode switch to autofocus then press the shutter release button halfway to autofocus With the C 20D 70D or istD camera you can also press the AF button to focus With the K200D K100D Super KTIOD K100D istDL2 iatDS2 ia DL Or is Ds camera set as explained in Focusing with the OK Button on page 15 you can focus by pressing the OK button 2 Hold down the shutter release button halfway or hold down the AF button or OK button then turn the focusing ring to finely adjust focus 3 Finally press the shutter release butt
6. between the autofocus and manual focus modes the focus mode switch on the camera is always set to autofocus To use the autofocus set the switch to the AF position To use the manual focus set the switch to the MF position Using Autofocus Set the focus mode to autofocus Press the shutter release button halfway to autofocus With the 20D 70D or ia D camera you can also press the AF button to autofocus See page 14 for information about changing the focus mode Focusing with the OK Button With the C200D K100D Super K1TIOD KK100D iatDL2 iatiDS2 iatDL or ia D s camera set as explained below autofocusing by pressing the shutter release button halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to autofocus K 200D K100D Super K TIOD KK 100D istDL2 iat DS2 iat DL iatDSs On the C Custom menu select Enable AF for OK btn when shooting 4 Memo For details on the setting procedure refer to the camera operating manual CAUTION During autofocusing the focusing ring of the following lenses will rotate To prevent malfunction do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing Particularly be careful when the Focus Mode is set to AF C AF continuous The camera continues adjusting the focus while the AF button is pressed or the shutter release button is pressed halfway
7. diameter filter to the back of the filter Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited lens With the DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited lens attach the 49mm diameter filter to the front of the lens To use it together with the dedicated lens hood screw it on over the filter that is attached Memo The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX depending on the type Circular polarizing filters and vignetting Circular polarizing filters are thicker than regular filters Depending on the lens that is mounted and the shooting conditions vignetting may occur in the four corners of the image Refer to the Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters on the following page for information on compatibility of the PENTAX circular polarizing filters currently not available with various lenses There are two types of PENTAX circular polarizing filters The A type on the left in the diagram below and the B type on the right in the diagram below The B type filter is thinner than the A type filter a p A type B type Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters PENTAX circular polarizing filters are not currently available PENTAX does not produce a circular polarizing filter with a 62mm diameter that can be used with the DA 18 250mm f 3 5 6 3ED AL IF YES Compatible YES
8. hood built into the lens body The hood cannot be removed from the lens DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF e DA35mm 1 2 8 Macro Limited Lenses marked with an have built in sliding hoods which should be extended E gt FILTERS Make sure the filter size matches the lens then screw the filter onto the front of the lens 5 Memo The compatible filter size for each lens is listed on pages 46 51 Filters cannot be mounted on the DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF Precaution on filters Since a filter becomes a part of the optical system when attached on the lens handle it in the same way you handle the lens with care to dust dirt and scratches Normally attaching two or more filters on a lens does more harm than good However attaching a circular polarizing filter and another filter would not be a problem Use a circular polarizing filter with an autofocus camera for proper exposure and autofocusing Attaching the 30 5mm filter to the DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited lens Normally you attach the 49mm filter to the front of the lens But you can also screw a 30 5mm filter to the back of the dedicated hood Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited lens It is possible to attach a 49mm diameter filter to the front of the DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited lens but not when the dedicated lens hood is attached To use a filter with the dedicated lens hood screw a 43mm
9. the lens The lens is a precise optical instrument Be careful not to let it fall or subject it to strong shocks or pressure Use a cushion or similar pad to protect the lens from the vibrations of motorcycles or other vehicles boats etc Avoid subjecting the lens to rapid changes in temperature otherwise condensation can occur on both the inside and the outside of the lens Put the lens in a plastic bag or camera bag and take it out after the lens has reached ambient temperature Do not leave the camera with the lens cap off attached to a tripod or other rigid camera support The inner parts of the camera can be damaged by direct sunlight Have the lens inspected by a dealer every one or two years to maintain its high performance CONTENTS FOREWORD USING YOUR LENS SAFELY ectetuer atrae Eenesn Lease aere ubica era Din 1 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE eee 2 FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX DA LENS eene 6 smc PENTAX DA LENS iss About the DA lens mount esee eene nn nennen 8 About lenses with a supersonic motor seessseeeeenneneeenen 9 Precautions for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on Ihe JC IOD noehueseesnoie MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS LENS CAP qu Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm 2 8 Limited 13 gez lcc
10. 67mm PH RBJ 77mm PH RBM 67mm Max Diameter 72mm x 92mm 84mm x 98 5mm 75mm x 93 5mm x Length 2 8in x 3 6in 3 3in x 3 9in 3 0in x 3 7in Approx 365g 12 90z Approx 565g 19 90z Approx 485g 17 10z Weight with hood approx 390g with hood approx 600g with hood approx 515g 13 802 21 202 18 202 Soft case S90 140 100 140 S90 140 Lens DA 18 55mm 1 3 5 5 6 AL I1 DA18 55mm f 8 5 5 6 AL DA 18 250mm 1 3 5 6 3ED AL IF 18 55mm equivalent to 18 55mm equivalent to 18 250mm equivalent to Focal length approx 27 5 84mm in approx 27 5 84mm in approx 27 5 383mm in 35mm format 35mm format 35mm format Elements in groups 1 1 8 12 9 16 13 Angle of view 76 29 76 29 76 6 5 Aperture 1 3 5 1 5 6 f 3 5 1 5 6 1 3 5 1 6 3 Minimum aperture f 22 1 38 f 22 1 38 1 22 1 45 Mount type Kar mount Kar mount Kar mount Minimum focus Io 25m 0 82ft 0 25m 0 82ft 0 45m 1 5ft nion Approx 0 34x Approx 0 34x Approx 0 28x Filter size 52mm 52mm 62mm Lens hood PH RBA 52mm PH RBA 52mm PH RBB 62mm Max Diameter 68mm x 67 5mm 68mm x 67 5mm 75mm x 85 5mm x Length 2 7in x 2 6in 2 7in x 2 6in 3 0in x 3 4in Approx 220g 7 760z Approx 225g 7 90z Approx 455g 16 00z Weight with hood approx 245g with hood approx 250g with hood approx 470g 8 6402 8 80z 16 60z Soft case 80 120 S80 120 80 120
11. Compatible in some conditions NO Incompatible Circular polarizing filter Circular polarizing filter Lens A type B type Compatibility Notes Compatibility Notes DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF NO _ Vignetting occurs YES DES Meg Use a filter with a Use a filter with a DA 21mm 3 2 AL Limited YES diameter of 49mm YES diameter of 49mm Can be mounted and used However the built in imi lens hood cannot be DA 35mm f 2 8 Macro Limited YES withdrawn while the A YES type circular polarizing filter is attached S Use a filter with a Use a filter with a DA 40mm 1 2 8 Limited YES diameter of 49mm YES diameter of 49mm DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited YES YES Lens Circular polarizing filter A type Circular polarizing filter B type Compatibility Notes Compatibility Notes DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM YES Can be mounted and used However when the A type of circular polarizing filter is mounted the mount of the dedicated bayonet hood interferes with the filter s mount so it cannot be mounted on that YES Vignetting occurs i x2 Vignetting occurs at focal x DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF YES lengths below 15mm YES cd lengths DN 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF NO Vignetting occurs YES DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF YES YES SDM Lens Circular polarizing filter A type Circular polarizing filter B type Co
12. F SDM DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF SDM DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF SDM smc PENTAX DA LENS Focusing ring Lens hood attaching index Distance scale window ln e A l Distance scale 2216 8 T 8 zj Depth of field scale o 2 Mounting index emm Note Depth of field scale Distance index The DA lens does not have an aperture ring Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto A position so accessories without an auto A setting cannot be used with this lens The DA lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the PENTAX digital SLR cameras There are three mounts for the DA lens the Kas Karz and Kars Kar mount Karz mount Kars mount Lens information AF coupler Lens information Lens information AF coupler Contacts contacts contacts Power supply contacts Power supply contacts Lenses with a supersonic motor Lenses with a supersonic motor supersonic motor only Refer to the next page for more information on lenses with supersonic motors CAUTION Be careful not to damage or dirty the lens mount surfaces as this can result in failure or malfunction About lenses with a supersonic motor The lenses in the table below are equipped with internal supersonic motors When mounted on a camera body that supports supersonic motor
13. PENTAX smc PENTAX DA INTERCHANGEABLE LENS OPERATING MANUAL FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX DA lens Please read this operating manual carefully before using the lens to ensure that it is used properly In addition also refer to your camera operating manual smc PENTAX DA lens can be used exclusively with PENTAX digital SLR cameras This lens is not compatible with film SLR cameras e In this operating manual smc PENTAX DA lens is shortened to DA lens Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance PENTAX and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA CORPORATION SDM is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION USING YOUR LENS SAFELY GE Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product N WARNING This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed could result in serious injuries to the user ZN CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed could result in minor or medium injuries to the user or damage to the equipment Z WARNING Never look at the sun through the lens or camera for a long time Serious damage to the retina or total loss of eyesight may occur particularly when looking directly through the len
14. RN pee es 33 Attaching a filter and the dedicated lens hood to the DA 70mm f 2 4 IE mcd ESTE 34 Circular polarizing filters and vignetting 35 Compatibility table for PENTAX circular polarizing filters 36 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH i Built in Flash P External Flash iim inen e aera cares Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built in Flash TRIPOD MOUNT scccteswentcasececcnconsiecnsesetuessseicercecsveuctentievsdesaccsencsedeaheusvedicedeodisastdansendd Removing the Tripod Mount 0 eee eee eee eeee sees sees seeeseaeeseeeeeetnaeeeaeeeea MAIN SPECIFICATIONS syitindin ea aaia x FEATURES OF THE smc PENTAX DA LENS The smc PENTAX DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for digital cameras Its image circle is specialized for the image sensor 23 5 x 15 7mm and its optical system is optimized for the characteristics of digital images When autofocusing is finished it is possible to make fine adjustments by hand using the Quick Shift Focus System see page 18 for details Lenses that have SDM in their name are equipped with a supersonic motor When mounted on a camera that supports supersonic motors the autofocus is quiet and smooth The following lenses are dust and water resistant because each part is individually sealed This makes it difficult for dust and water to enter inside the lens DA 300mm 4ED I
15. S DA 55 300mm f 4 5 8ED YES YES YES YES Except for the DA 35mm f 2 8 Macro Limited DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited and DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited do not use the lens hood when using the built in flash This is to prevent obstruction of the flash coverage by the lens hood 1 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is 35mm or less or when the focal length is 16 to 50mm and the shooting distance is below 1 5 m 2 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is 28mm or less or when the focal length is 16 to 50mm and the shooting distance is below 1 5 m 8 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is 20mm or less or when the focal length is 35mm and the shooting distance is below 1 5 m 4 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 28mm or when the focal length is 28mm and the shooting distance is 1 m or less 5 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 35mm or when the focal length is 35mm and the shooting distance is 1 m or less 6 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 35mm 7 Vignetting occurs when the focal length is below 24mm or when the focal length is 24mm and the shooting distance is 1 m or less ETB TRIPOD MOUNT DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM is equipped with the tripod mount To position the camera vertically or horizontally loosen the camera position shift lock screw turn the camera 90 to the right or left as desired and tighten the lock screw firmly The tripod mount is detachable Tri
16. ce scale to align while focusing Always check the focus using the view finder before taking a picture This is especially true with manual focus and the Quick Shift Focus System When focusing with manual focus or the Quick Shift Focus System the mechanism allows the focusing ring to rotate freely after it is set to oo infinity or the minimum focus distance Close distance scale Precautions on close distance scale For DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL II DA18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL In the close distance scale range the orange area on the distance scale when shooting at the maximum aperture image quality deterioration in the picture corners may result because of the optical characteristics of the lens When taking a picture in this range we recommend that you use a smaller aperture stopping down from full aperture E gt ZOOM LENS Focusing index Focusing ring ft LUE Distance cae p Zoom index A Uc as 35 28 A Pom pega PENTAX 1645 Mounting index WT Lens hood attaching index Zoom ring Focal length scale lt The zoom lens has a focusing ring on the front side and a zoom ring on the rear side Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view lens focal length 45 Memo e The focusing point ma
17. fication in the manual focus mode and adjust focus by moving the camera closer or further from the subject ED ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection use of the lens hood is recommended Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it The hood is telescopic Extend it fully to use it 4 Memo The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX depending on the type PENTAX X attaching N pc es 7 b Screw on Type DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited dedicated lens hood Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it C Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens and push both parts straight toward each other Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in the clockwise direction to lock it as viewed from the front of the lens until it clicks into position 4 Memo When attaching the lens hood hold the focusing ring and zoom ring securely to prevent them from turning When the lens hood is not in use it can also be turned around and attached in the reversed position When attaching the lens hood align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens and push both parts straight toward each other Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in a clockwise di
18. ge angle is not wide enough to cover the angle of view of the lens DA 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF SDM DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL PENTAX external flash units which cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR or 16mm lens on a digital SLR can be used with the lens hood without problems For more information refer to the manual for the external flash unit Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built in Flash Compatibility Lens MAELDS xistDS2 A 200D K20D zist D j K 100D Super J lACIDL isEDL2 K70D K110D K 100D DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF NO NO NO NO DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited YES YES YES YES DA 35mm f 2 8 Macro Limited YES YES YES YES DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited YES YES YES YES DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited YES YES YES YES DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM YES YES YES YES DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM YES YES YES YES DA FISH EYE 10 17mm 364 SED IF i NO NO NO No DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF NO NO NO NO DATI 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF YES YES 2 YES 3 YES 3 DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL YES 4 YES 4 YES 4 YES 4 DA 17 70mm f 4 AL IF SDM YES 5 YES 6 YES 7 YES 7 DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL II YES YES YES YES DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL YES YES YES YES DA 18 250mm f 3 5 6 3ED AL IF YES 6 YES 6 YES 6 YES 6 DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF SDM YES YES YES YES Compatibility 2R 3 K200D x istD ist DS ist DS2 IC100D Super 20D istDL istDL2 gt K10D Kr10D K100D DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED YES YES YES YE
19. mpatibility Notes Compatibility Notes Can be mounted and used However when the A type of circular polarizing filter is mounted the mount DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL YES of the dedicated bayonet YES hood interferes with the filters mount so it cannot be mounted on that Vignetting occurs DA 17 70mm f 4 AL IF SDM NO YES when the focal length is 17mm DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL II Can be mounted and used However when the DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL A type of circular polarizing DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED YES filter is mounted the mount YES DA 55 300mm f 4 5 8ED of the dedicated bayonet hood interferes with the filters mount so it cannot be mounted on that 1 PENTAX depending on the type 2 3 circular polarizing filters ters The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by Vignetting occurs at focal lengths below 15mm with other PENTAX filters such as the Skylight besides circular polarizing fi The dedicated hood cannot be mounted if a filter is mounted on the front of the lens including 4 Memo Filters including circular polarizing filters cannot be mounted on the DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF lens NB PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH Built in Flash The built in flash can not be used when the distance is less than 0 7m When the flash is used within 0 7m it causes incorrect exposure control and vigne
20. oid the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help For customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada Memo HOYA CORPORATION PENTAX Imaging Systems Division PENTAX Europe GmbH 2 36 9 Maeno cho Itabashi ku Tokyo 174 8639 JAPAN http www pentax jp J
21. on fully to take a picture The focusing ring on some lenses may rotate during autofocus Do not touch the focusing ring while autofocus is operating as it may cause a malfunction For more information see CAUTION on page 16 CAUTION When using the Quick Shift Focus System keep pressing the shutter release button or AF button after you achieve focus and before taking a picture If you let go of the shutter release button before taking the picture autofocus will operate all over again when you press the shutter release button again However you can use the menus to set the camera according to the procedure below so you can take the picture without autofocusing after letting go of the shutter release button See the camera operating manual for details about the setting procedure Forthe 20D fKK10D and the D IC20D KK1OD C Custom Setting menu AF by Press Halfway Off xist D Custom function gt AF with Press Halfway Off 4 Memo e Use the AF button to focus when using autofocus For the 200D K100D Super KT10D K100D iatDL2 iatDSs2 ist DL and istDS C Custom Setting menu OK btn when shooting gt Cancel AF 4 Memo When the OK button is pressed focus temporarily changes to manual focus DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM focusing The mechanism does not allow the angle of rotation of the focusing ring and the distan
22. pod Mount Attach only to a stable tripod We recommend using a fast shutter speed as large lenses may contribute to camera shake Removing the Tripod Mount To remove the mount use a coin to loosen the screw by turning it to the left Be careful not to loosen the screw too much or else it may fall out Insert a coin into the slot on the screw and turn to the left MAIN SPECIFICATIONS For use with any PENTAX digital SLR camera AL Uses an aspheric lens ED lens made with extra low dispersion glass IF inner focus type lens SDM lens with a supersonic motor Lens DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited DA 35mm f 2 8 Macro Limited Focal length 14mm equivalentto approx 21 5mm in 35mm format 21mm equivalentto approx 32mm in 35mm format 35mm equivalentto approx 53 5mm in 35mm format Elements in groups 12 11 8 5 9 8 Angle of view 90 68 44 Aperture f1 2 8 f 3 2 1 2 8 Minimum aperture 1 22 f 22 f 22 Mount type Kar mount Kar mount Kar mount Minimum focus 0 17m 0 56ft 0 2m 0 66ft 0 139m 0 46ft KE Approx 0 19x Approx 0 17x Approx 1 00x Filter size 77mm 49mm or 43mm 49mm Lens hood PH RBH 77mm MH RBA 43mm Built in Max Diameter 83 5mm x 69mm 63mm x 25mm 63mm x 46 5mm x Length 3 3in x 2 7in 2 5in x 1 0in 2 5in x 1 9in Approx 420g 14 80z Approx 140g 4 90z Weight with hood approx 455g with hood a
23. pprox 155g Approx 215g 7 580z 160z 5 502 Soft case 100 120 Dedicated case Soft case DA70 Lens DA 40mm f 2 8 Limited DA 70mm f 2 4 Limited DA 200mmf 2 8ED IF SDM 40mm equivalent to 70mm equivalent to 200mm equivalent to Focal length approx 61mm in 35mm approx 107mm in 35mm approx 307mm in 35mm format format format Elements in groups 5 4 6 5 9 8 Angle of view 39 23 8 1 Aperture 2 8 f 2 4 2 8 Minimum aperture f 22 f 22 1 22 Mount type Kar mount Kar mount Kare mount Mini f D 0 4m 1 219 0 7m 2 3ft 1 2m 4ft Maximum magnification Approx 0 13x Approx 0 12x Approx 0 20x Filter size 49mm or 30 5mm 49mm 77mm Lens hood MH RC 49mm MH RD 49mm PH RBK 77mm Max Diameter 63mm x 15mm 63mm x 26mm 83mm x 134mm x Length 2 5in x 0 6in 2 5in x 1 0in 3 3in x 5 4in Approx 90g 3 150z Approx 130g 4 590z Approx 825g 29 10z Weight with hood approx 100g with hood approx 150g with hood approx 915g 3 5oz 5 290z 32 2702 Soft case Dedicated case Soft case DA70 120 160 Lens DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM DA FISH EYE 10 17mm 3 5 4 5ED IF DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF 300mm equivalent to v 12 24mm equivalent to Focal length approx 460mm in 35mm 10 17mm 35mm conversion approx 18 5 37mm in format not possible 35mm format Elements in groups 8 6 10 8 13 11 Angle of view
24. rection as seen from the front of the lens until it stops 4 Memo Vignetting occurs if the camera is used while the hood is not completely attached The dedicated lens hood cannot be attached if a filter is attached to the front of the lens To use a filter and the dedicated lens hood together attach a 43mm diameter filter to the back of the hood Refer to page 33 PH RBL 67mm PHERBL 67mm Lm AN y About the PL filter window If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the DA lens you can easily turn the filter via the PL filter window on the bayonet type hood Lens with hood with a PL filter window DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 16 45mm f 4ED AL DA 50 200mm f 4 5 6ED DA 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF SDM DA 55 300mm f 4 5 8ED DA 17 70mm f 4 AL IF SDM DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL II DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM DA 18 55mm f 3 5 5 6 AL How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1 Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above 2 Turn the outer rim of the circular polarizing filter from the PL filter window as shown above PH RBL 67mm 3 Attach the PL filter window cap 4 Memo When shooting be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to use the lens hood to maximum effect Built in lens hood The following lenses have a lens
25. s N CAUTION Do not leave the lens in direct sunlight without the lens cap Direct sunlight passing through the lens will be intensified and should it focus on flammable materials fire may occur 2 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE e Storage and mildew prevention Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag and store it in a dry well ventilated place Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet wardrobe drawer vehicle or where insect repellent or medicine is kept Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity where there is a risk of mildew growth Store the lens with a desiccant in a dry cabinet airtight container or plastic bag Leaving a saturated desiccant in the storage container can cause damage to the lens Be sure to read the instructions that come with the desiccant before use The following lenses are dust and water resistant DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF SDM DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF SDM Lenses other than those listed above are not dust and water resistant Be careful not to allow dust dirt water harmful gases salt or other materials to get on those lenses When the lens is not attached to the camera body attach both the supplied lens cap and lens mount cap to protect it from dust etc 4 Never use any organic solvent such as thinner alcohol or benzine etc to remove dust on
26. s the autofocus AF is quiet and smooth Supersonic motor compatible camera body 20D K 200D K 10D K100D Super If the firmware is version 1 30 or later refer to page 10 Lens Precautions DA17 70mm f 4 AL IF SDM Lens uses a supersonic motor When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors including 70 with firmware older than version 1 30 the autofocus cannot be operated by either the AF motor in the camera body or the supersonic motor DA 16 50mm f 2 8ED AL IF SDM DA 50 135mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 200mm f 2 8ED IF SDM DA 300mm f 4ED IF SDM When the lens is mounted on a camera body that does not support supersonic motors including IK 10D with firmware older than version 1 30 the autofocus is operated by the AF motor in the camera body n both cases focusing can be done manually Precautions for using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the 70 When using lenses equipped with a supersonic motor on the 70D use the camera firmware version 1 30 or later How to Check and Update the Firmware Holding down the MENU button while turning ON the 70D will display the firmware version in the center of the display Download and install the firmware update for the 4709p using the link below Firmware Download Page http www pentax jp english support download digital html MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS
27. tting in the picture corners Refer to the Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built in Flash chart on page 42 for information on the compatibility of the built in flash with the lens being used External Flash The external flash can be used while the lens hood is attached However the following conditions apply to some types of lens DA 14mm f 2 8ED IF The AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ external flash units can only be used when the wide angle panel is used it is also possible to use the lens hood Other external flash units are not recommended because their coverage angle is not compatible with the angle of view of the lens DA 21mm f 3 2 AL Limited External flash units can be used while the lens hood is mounted without problems if it is possible to set their zoom coverage angle up to 28mm DA FISH EYE 10 17mm f 3 5 4 5ED IF External flash units cannot be used because their coverage angle is not compatible with the angle of view of the lens DA 12 24mm f 4ED AL IF PENTAX external flash units which cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR or 16mm lens on a digital SLR can be used when the lens is set from 16mm to 24mm AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ can be used from 13mm to 24mm with the wide angle panel In both cases it is possible to use the lens hood Please note that at focal lengths less than 13mm the corners of the picture will not be fully illuminated Other external flash units are not recommended because their covera
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29. y shift slightly by changing the focal length First adjust the zoom and then adjust focus e The focusing index on the zoom lens is set to match the focus point when the focal length is at telephoto The focusing index may not match the focus point for other focal lengths About the zoom ring Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle DILLO UU LOCK E D IU LOCK Red line t 2 About the zoom lock switch The DA 18 250mm f 3 5 6 3ED AL IF is equipped with a zoom ring lock This prevents the lens from extending under its own weight while you are carrying the camera 1 Set the zoom ring to the widest angle 18mm 2 Move the lock switch in the direction of The lock is engaged and the zoom ring is immovable when the red line is visible To zoom in the telephoto direction move the lock switch in the direction of Q f the switch does not move the lens may be extended Do not attempt to force the switch Check the lens and try again MACRO LENS DA 35mm 1 2 8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from infinity to life size 1x A 1 28 35mm Macro LU Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by denominators on the distance scale 5 indicates 1 5x When determining the magnification first set the magni
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