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... sure to read the inside pages with every detail of the world's most desired features by the photographer. PENTAX As you may already know, this camera's features and functions so that you can fully enjoy the long-lasting, reliable service it is a good idea to offer. Thank you very much... for easy reference to the camera's working parts. When using this booklet, it ought to read this operating manual very carefully and familiarize yourself with the front and back flaps ...
... sure to read the inside pages with every detail of the world's most desired features by the photographer. PENTAX As you may already know, this camera's features and functions so that you can fully enjoy the long-lasting, reliable service it is a good idea to offer. Thank you very much... for easy reference to the camera's working parts. When using this booklet, it ought to read this operating manual very carefully and familiarize yourself with the front and back flaps ...
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... OF CONTENTS Features PREPARATIONS Loading batteries; mode selector Warning indications in viewfinder Using Programmed AE mode Using Aperture-priority AE mode Using Pentax dedicated auto flash units Using Programmed Auto Flash mode 2 ADVANCED OPERATIONS Exposure compensation 30 Using self-timer 31 5 Using 60 $... (1/60 sec.) 32 6 Using B (bulb) 33 Depth of your camera 46 21 Warranty policy 48 22 24 26 27 1• soft case 40 Diopter correction 41 Mount adapter K 41 16 Precautions on accessories...
... OF CONTENTS Features PREPARATIONS Loading batteries; mode selector Warning indications in viewfinder Using Programmed AE mode Using Aperture-priority AE mode Using Pentax dedicated auto flash units Using Programmed Auto Flash mode 2 ADVANCED OPERATIONS Exposure compensation 30 Using self-timer 31 5 Using 60 $... (1/60 sec.) 32 6 Using B (bulb) 33 Depth of your camera 46 21 Warranty policy 48 22 24 26 27 1• soft case 40 Diopter correction 41 Mount adapter K 41 16 Precautions on accessories...
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...the brightness of shutter speed and aperture to obtain correct exposure, simultaneously changing them according to pp. 24/25). FEATURES When an SMC Pentax-A lens is used , you can use all the three exposure modes: Programmed AE, Aperture-priority AE and Programmed Auto Flash. or Kf...-mount lens is used with this camera in the Programmed AE mode, the camera automatically selects the proper aperture and shutter speed to control flash output (Refer to provide correct exposure. Use this...
...the brightness of shutter speed and aperture to obtain correct exposure, simultaneously changing them according to pp. 24/25). FEATURES When an SMC Pentax-A lens is used , you can use all the three exposure modes: Programmed AE, Aperture-priority AE and Programmed Auto Flash. or Kf...-mount lens is used with this camera in the Programmed AE mode, the camera automatically selects the proper aperture and shutter speed to control flash output (Refer to provide correct exposure. Use this...
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..., you should I use? Focus as accurately as possible, using the splitimage or microprism in the viewfinder. Also, use an electronic flash with the camera held firmly. (Refer to pp. 26/27/28.) Q.: How can I have depressed the shutter button but why has the shutter not been released...if the batteries are loaded before operating. (For details, refer to p. 5.) Q.: How many rolls of film can use all the Pentax dedicated flash units. But, with this camera? A.: Use two AA-size Alkaline batteries. The questions and answers on what you cannot use the TTL Auto Flash mode. (Refer...
..., you should I use? Focus as accurately as possible, using the splitimage or microprism in the viewfinder. Also, use an electronic flash with the camera held firmly. (Refer to pp. 26/27/28.) Q.: How can I have depressed the shutter button but why has the shutter not been released...if the batteries are loaded before operating. (For details, refer to p. 5.) Q.: How many rolls of film can use all the Pentax dedicated flash units. But, with this camera? A.: Use two AA-size Alkaline batteries. The questions and answers on what you cannot use the TTL Auto Flash mode. (Refer...
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Do not use , those supplied with your camera may be slightly below full capacity as their (+) and (-) marks face those indicated on the back of energy even when not in the groove to ... ones. 5• Manganese batteries are getting weaker. Close the cover by sliding it in the direction of the same brand to BATT. LOADING BATTERIES This camera needs two penlight (AA-size, 1.5-V) Alkaline batteries of the arrow; if not, they are properly loaded; C. use a finger-nail in use Ni-Cd batteries. Replace...
Do not use , those supplied with your camera may be slightly below full capacity as their (+) and (-) marks face those indicated on the back of energy even when not in the groove to ... ones. 5• Manganese batteries are getting weaker. Close the cover by sliding it in the direction of the same brand to BATT. LOADING BATTERIES This camera needs two penlight (AA-size, 1.5-V) Alkaline batteries of the arrow; if not, they are properly loaded; C. use a finger-nail in use Ni-Cd batteries. Replace...
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... they become stained, wipe them with the red dot on lens barrel with a click. • rrTAX • 6 ATTACHING AND DETACHING LENS To mount or interchange Pentax K, KA and Kf mount lenses follow the steps below. • Remove the body mount cap and the rear lens cap. Align the raised node on... rear lens caps to protect the lens from dust and stains. This method allows lens mounting by touch. When mounting the lens in on the camera body with a clean, dry cloth. Seat the lens in the body mount and turn and lock as above. • To remove the lens cap, press...
... they become stained, wipe them with the red dot on lens barrel with a click. • rrTAX • 6 ATTACHING AND DETACHING LENS To mount or interchange Pentax K, KA and Kf mount lenses follow the steps below. • Remove the body mount cap and the rear lens cap. Align the raised node on... rear lens caps to protect the lens from dust and stains. This method allows lens mounting by touch. When mounting the lens in on the camera body with a clean, dry cloth. Seat the lens in the body mount and turn and lock as above. • To remove the lens cap, press...
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... selector to "PROGRAM" and partially depress the shutter button, the exposure meter will be released. BATT. C. ( 23121INIPS ANNE S.OVASICE 7• Use this device when the camera is locked. MODE SELECTOR, SHUTTER BUTTON, SHUTTER BUTTON LOCK Mode Selector Turn the mode selector by using the lever and set the dial to your...
... selector to "PROGRAM" and partially depress the shutter button, the exposure meter will be released. BATT. C. ( 23121INIPS ANNE S.OVASICE 7• Use this device when the camera is locked. MODE SELECTOR, SHUTTER BUTTON, SHUTTER BUTTON LOCK Mode Selector Turn the mode selector by using the lever and set the dial to your...
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... with DX film, its ISO film speed is automatically set the ISO dial to the film speed indicated on . DX FILM When this camera is loaded with this camera is very important to set by releasing the lock release and slightly rotating the dial from 25 - 16OO. The usable film speed of... your film is locked in position, by the camera, no matter what setting appears on the film package to obtain correct exposure. Np. 89 25 . The usable ISO range of the same type. SETTING...
... with DX film, its ISO film speed is automatically set the ISO dial to the film speed indicated on . DX FILM When this camera is loaded with this camera is very important to set by releasing the lock release and slightly rotating the dial from 25 - 16OO. The usable film speed of... your film is locked in position, by the camera, no matter what setting appears on the film package to obtain correct exposure. Np. 89 25 . The usable ISO range of the same type. SETTING...
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... sunlight with your finger-nail. 2. Pull the rewind knob upwards until the back cover snaps open. 3. LOADING FILM 1 2 3 4 Always load or unload film in the camera in place by pushing it with your body. 1.
... sunlight with your finger-nail. 2. Pull the rewind knob upwards until the back cover snaps open. 3. LOADING FILM 1 2 3 4 Always load or unload film in the camera in place by pushing it with your body. 1.
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... with the 0 film leader end mark (red bar); As illustrated, pull the film leader out so that the film is loaded, do not leave the camera out of the case for a long time. 4 a. slack flat 0 5 11• 4.
... with the 0 film leader end mark (red bar); As illustrated, pull the film leader out so that the film is loaded, do not leave the camera out of the case for a long time. 4 a. slack flat 0 5 11• 4.
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... this case will automatically continue releasing the shutter and advancing the film until "1" appears on the back cover helps you depress the shutter button, the camera will be released at 1/1000 sec., making sure that the film is set to "1," you are now ready to start shooting. The film-loaded indicator...
... this case will automatically continue releasing the shutter and advancing the film until "1" appears on the back cover helps you depress the shutter button, the camera will be released at 1/1000 sec., making sure that the film is set to "1," you are now ready to start shooting. The film-loaded indicator...
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... a secure, well-balanced posture without straining yourself. HOLDING CAMERA Proper holding and operating your camera before inserting your hands. For long exposures or while using a tree, building wall, table, etc. The grips on this camera will help you keep a steady hold on the shutter release... tripod and a cable release in the illustration should be drawn to stabilize your camera. AY> 0 19• Practice holding of the camera is a good idea to your body. In any case, hold the camera. It is essential to a minimum. The portion marked 0 in order to reduce...
... a secure, well-balanced posture without straining yourself. HOLDING CAMERA Proper holding and operating your camera before inserting your hands. For long exposures or while using a tree, building wall, table, etc. The grips on this camera will help you keep a steady hold on the shutter release... tripod and a cable release in the illustration should be drawn to stabilize your camera. AY> 0 19• Practice holding of the camera is a good idea to your body. In any case, hold the camera. It is essential to a minimum. The portion marked 0 in order to reduce...
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"1000" or "30" flickers fast to warn you against camera shake. When beyond the metering rangesir shutter/aperture coupling range. "1000" or "30" flickers at "V or "60," "P" flickers, warning you to control the amount of ... mode. WARNING INDICATIONS IN VIEWFINDER Shutter speed display P.. ..1000 P 30 1000 30 What it is within the metering range. • Refer to page for the camera's meter to measure the light. • The out-of-shutter/aperture-coupling-range refers to the situation in which enables you of the error •...
"1000" or "30" flickers fast to warn you against camera shake. When beyond the metering rangesir shutter/aperture coupling range. "1000" or "30" flickers at "V or "60," "P" flickers, warning you to control the amount of ... mode. WARNING INDICATIONS IN VIEWFINDER Shutter speed display P.. ..1000 P 30 1000 30 What it is within the metering range. • Refer to page for the camera's meter to measure the light. • The out-of-shutter/aperture-coupling-range refers to the situation in which enables you of the error •...
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... is also set to ON. The table indicates what dedicated functions work when the camera is used with Pentax dedicated auto flash units. • If the AF200T, AF280T or AF400T is used with the camera in the TTL Auto Flash mode, the dedicated functions are indicated in the viewfinder,... and 2 only in the table, when the camera is used in the Aperture-priority AE mode. • When the Pentax dedicated auto flash is used with this camera easily allows the Programmed Auto Flash photography with the camera set automatically. USING PENTAX DEDICATED AUTO FLASH UNITS Using the AF200SA flash unit ...
... is also set to ON. The table indicates what dedicated functions work when the camera is used with Pentax dedicated auto flash units. • If the AF200T, AF280T or AF400T is used with the camera in the TTL Auto Flash mode, the dedicated functions are indicated in the viewfinder,... and 2 only in the table, when the camera is used in the Aperture-priority AE mode. • When the Pentax dedicated auto flash is used with this camera easily allows the Programmed Auto Flash photography with the camera set automatically. USING PENTAX DEDICATED AUTO FLASH UNITS Using the AF200SA flash unit ...
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USING PROGRAMMED AUTO FLASH MODE When using any Pentax dedicated flash in the Programmed Auto Flash mode, you can set the camera in the viewfinder while you choose. (At ISO 100) AF200T AF280T AF400T Red f/2.8 f/4 f/4 Green f/5.6 f/8 Yellow - - f/8 f/11 (AF200SA: f/4 at the sync speed of ...AF280T and AF400T are compatible. • When the 5 mark and "P" appear in either Programmed AE or Aperturepriority AE mode. (1) Attach the flash to the camera. (2) Set the flash mode selector of your flash to AUTO (red, green, or yellow). (This does not apply to work at ISO 100) ■...
USING PROGRAMMED AUTO FLASH MODE When using any Pentax dedicated flash in the Programmed Auto Flash mode, you can set the camera in the viewfinder while you choose. (At ISO 100) AF200T AF280T AF400T Red f/2.8 f/4 f/4 Green f/5.6 f/8 Yellow - - f/8 f/11 (AF200SA: f/4 at the sync speed of ...AF280T and AF400T are compatible. • When the 5 mark and "P" appear in either Programmed AE or Aperturepriority AE mode. (1) Attach the flash to the camera. (2) Set the flash mode selector of your flash to AUTO (red, green, or yellow). (This does not apply to work at ISO 100) ■...
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...; 28 When set in Aperture-priority AE mode • Set the lens aperture to the f-stop indicated by the calculator on page 27, when the camera is set to the Programmed AE mode and used with the smaller aperture such as f/4; Auto Flash Check mark ( $ ) When a proper flash photo has been...
...; 28 When set in Aperture-priority AE mode • Set the lens aperture to the f-stop indicated by the calculator on page 27, when the camera is set to the Programmed AE mode and used with the smaller aperture such as f/4; Auto Flash Check mark ( $ ) When a proper flash photo has been...
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...8226;32 • cas • .\\ • NOD can the shutter be released even with the red-line index. • When using a clip-on this camera. • When the lens is locked in that accompany the flash unit.) • Flash units using a non-dedicated flash unit (having X contact only), set... the lens aperture to the appropriate f-stop according to the camera-to-subject distance or the program of 1/60 sec. With the Pentax dedicated flashes described on page 26, even when the lens is not fully charged, the shutter cannot be used ...
...8226;32 • cas • .\\ • NOD can the shutter be released even with the red-line index. • When using a clip-on this camera. • When the lens is locked in that accompany the flash unit.) • Flash units using a non-dedicated flash unit (having X contact only), set... the lens aperture to the appropriate f-stop according to the camera-to-subject distance or the program of 1/60 sec. With the Pentax dedicated flashes described on page 26, even when the lens is not fully charged, the shutter cannot be used ...
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... as you also use an optional accessory: Cable Switch A or Cable Release, attaching it to the cable socket on a solid tripod, and also use the Pentax Cable Release 30 or50, Time exposures can be released even if you depress the shutter button. • When shooting on this B setting, mount the... camera on the grip. As long as shown. If you keep depressing the shutter button, the shutter remains open. If the lens is used , and the ...
... as you also use an optional accessory: Cable Switch A or Cable Release, attaching it to the cable socket on a solid tripod, and also use the Pentax Cable Release 30 or50, Time exposures can be released even if you depress the shutter button. • When shooting on this B setting, mount the... camera on the grip. As long as shown. If you keep depressing the shutter button, the shutter remains open. If the lens is used , and the ...
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... move the aperture ring to the distance markings on your camera, you get further away. Your depth of field is between the distances aligned with 50mm f/1.4 00 15 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 2 1/ 1.4 1/5.6 f/11 1/22 I 0 Distance (m) Depth of field is ...
... move the aperture ring to the distance markings on your camera, you get further away. Your depth of field is between the distances aligned with 50mm f/1.4 00 15 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 2 1/ 1.4 1/5.6 f/11 1/22 I 0 Distance (m) Depth of field is ...
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... 84 48 15 r - • rs. Automatic exposure is set to "60" (1/60). AJ22711 8 5.s 4 Zr 11- The figure shows an example in which the subject-to-camera distance is not workable in this type of special photography. a m 10 15 . 1-17 2 1.1 18 8 4 4 8 A422 11 8 5.6 4 2 37. I rtm CO t0 wi t ...28 is necessary to compensate for the difference between visible light focus and infrared focus. As shown on the right, note the subject-to-camera distance on exposure control, refer to the instructions accompanying the film. The exposure must be controlled by the aperture ring, with the red...
... 84 48 15 r - • rs. Automatic exposure is set to "60" (1/60). AJ22711 8 5.s 4 Zr 11- The figure shows an example in which the subject-to-camera distance is not workable in this type of special photography. a m 10 15 . 1-17 2 1.1 18 8 4 4 8 A422 11 8 5.6 4 2 37. I rtm CO t0 wi t ...28 is necessary to compensate for the difference between visible light focus and infrared focus. As shown on the right, note the subject-to-camera distance on exposure control, refer to the instructions accompanying the film. The exposure must be controlled by the aperture ring, with the red...