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In addition to easy daylight sync photography with built-in dark locations with TTL auto, the AF360FGZ also allows wireless TTL auto (P-TTL auto) photography and high-speed sync. Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Auto-flash AF360FGZ. It is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. Check that all the items have been included before use. ● Case ● Operating manual (this product. Bundled Items The following items are supplied with this manual) ● Certification PENTAX is a clip-on type flash which enables accurate focus adjustments even in AF-assist spotbeam.
In addition to easy daylight sync photography with built-in dark locations with TTL auto, the AF360FGZ also allows wireless TTL auto (P-TTL auto) photography and high-speed sync. Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Auto-flash AF360FGZ. It is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. Check that all the items have been included before use. ● Case ● Operating manual (this product. Bundled Items The following items are supplied with this manual) ● Certification PENTAX is a clip-on type flash which enables accurate focus adjustments even in AF-assist spotbeam.
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... gases, salt, etc. Otherwise, the TTL auto mechanism may cause explosion or overheating. ● When using the flash unit off with cameras and accessories made by the other than PENTAX standard) electrical contacts for the hot shoe or grip. Precautions for Your Flash Unit ● Never use organic solvents... such as in a car. ● Be careful not to subject the flash unit to strong vibrations, shock or pressure...
... gases, salt, etc. Otherwise, the TTL auto mechanism may cause explosion or overheating. ● When using the flash unit off with cameras and accessories made by the other than PENTAX standard) electrical contacts for the hot shoe or grip. Precautions for Your Flash Unit ● Never use organic solvents... such as in a car. ● Be careful not to subject the flash unit to strong vibrations, shock or pressure...
Operation Manual
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... Power On Function 14 Select Button (S)/Adjustment Dial Functions 15 Camera Format and Flash Coverage Angle 17 Using the Flash Modes 22 P-TTL Auto Flash 23 TTL Auto Flash 24 Auto Flash 25 Manual Flash 27 Using the Sync Mode 29 Leading Curtain Sync Mode 30 Trailing Curtain Sync...49 Slow-Speed Sync Photography 50 Bounce Flash 51 AF Spotbeam 53 Wide-Angle Panel and Catchlight Panel 54 Modeling Flash/Test Flash 55 Connecting the AF360FGZ with the Extension Cord 56 Supported Functions for PENTAX Cameras 57 Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode.......... 57 Cameras that Support Each ...
... Power On Function 14 Select Button (S)/Adjustment Dial Functions 15 Camera Format and Flash Coverage Angle 17 Using the Flash Modes 22 P-TTL Auto Flash 23 TTL Auto Flash 24 Auto Flash 25 Manual Flash 27 Using the Sync Mode 29 Leading Curtain Sync Mode 30 Trailing Curtain Sync...49 Slow-Speed Sync Photography 50 Bounce Flash 51 AF Spotbeam 53 Wide-Angle Panel and Catchlight Panel 54 Modeling Flash/Test Flash 55 Connecting the AF360FGZ with the Extension Cord 56 Supported Functions for PENTAX Cameras 57 Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode.......... 57 Cameras that Support Each ...
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... 19, 24, 34, 48, 58 (Digital camera) Format indicator : 35mm ➝ 645 ➝ 67 Flash mode indicator : P-TTL ➝ A ➝ M ➝ SB Flash exposure : -3.0 to +1.0 steps, 0.5 step increments compensation indicator ISO indicator : ISO 25 to 4CH > Wireless mode...Bounce flash warning : Flash output adjustment indicator : NN/ X X f/stop : F2 to F22 (When set to ISO 100) @ Channel indicator : 1 to 1600 Bar graph Effective flash range indicator : Minimum distance - Maximum distance (in P-TTL, TTL, A modes) Minimum distance (in manual mode) AF ...
... 19, 24, 34, 48, 58 (Digital camera) Format indicator : 35mm ➝ 645 ➝ 67 Flash mode indicator : P-TTL ➝ A ➝ M ➝ SB Flash exposure : -3.0 to +1.0 steps, 0.5 step increments compensation indicator ISO indicator : ISO 25 to 4CH > Wireless mode...Bounce flash warning : Flash output adjustment indicator : NN/ X X f/stop : F2 to F22 (When set to ISO 100) @ Channel indicator : 1 to 1600 Bar graph Effective flash range indicator : Minimum distance - Maximum distance (in P-TTL, TTL, A modes) Minimum distance (in manual mode) AF ...
Operation Manual
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... and adjusting the amount of light at the same time, use the camera's exposure compensation. Connected Flash Mode Flash exposure compensation P-TTL Auto flash ISO / F (aperture) setting Auto flash (A) Manual flash output Manual (M) Flash output setting Wireless (W) master flash (M) Wireless (W) slave flash (S) Adjustment Range -3.0 to +1.0 levels (EV) (0.5 step increments) ISO 25 to ISO 1600, F2 to F22 (with ISO100...
... and adjusting the amount of light at the same time, use the camera's exposure compensation. Connected Flash Mode Flash exposure compensation P-TTL Auto flash ISO / F (aperture) setting Auto flash (A) Manual flash output Manual (M) Flash output setting Wireless (W) master flash (M) Wireless (W) slave flash (S) Adjustment Range -3.0 to +1.0 levels (EV) (0.5 step increments) ISO 25 to ISO 1600, F2 to F22 (with ISO100...
Operation Manual
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... off the film of the camera, the camera adjusts the flash output automatically to obtain a correct exposure. TTL auto flash (TTL) Based on how to use this flash mode. Refer to page 24 for instructions on how to use this flash mode. 22 Using the Flash Modes The AF360FGZ has the following . 1. This mode obtains more accurate results...
... off the film of the camera, the camera adjusts the flash output automatically to obtain a correct exposure. TTL auto flash (TTL) Based on how to use this flash mode. Refer to page 24 for instructions on how to use this flash mode. 22 Using the Flash Modes The AF360FGZ has the following . 1. This mode obtains more accurate results...
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...-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6 For details, refer to "Auto Check Display" on the flash unit. 2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (P-TTL) is lit. Procedure 1 Turn on page 9. ● The correct flash output is obtained in P-TTL auto mode only when the flash unit is used with autofocus lenses. ● If necessary, an exposure compensation amount...
...-S, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6 For details, refer to "Auto Check Display" on the flash unit. 2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (P-TTL) is lit. Procedure 1 Turn on page 9. ● The correct flash output is obtained in P-TTL auto mode only when the flash unit is used with autofocus lenses. ● If necessary, an exposure compensation amount...
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Refer to page 18.) 5 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in the viewfinder will blink. 35 mm single lens reflex cameras except for SF7/ SF10, 672, 645N2, 645N, 645, LX,... the zoom position. (The setting method differs according to page 22 for the features and conditions of use of this flash mode. Procedure 1 Turn on the flash unit. 2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (TTL) is displayed on page 9. 24 Then take a picture. ● In the following cameras, if the correct...
Refer to page 18.) 5 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in the viewfinder will blink. 35 mm single lens reflex cameras except for SF7/ SF10, 672, 645N2, 645N, 645, LX,... the zoom position. (The setting method differs according to page 22 for the features and conditions of use of this flash mode. Procedure 1 Turn on the flash unit. 2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (TTL) is displayed on page 9. 24 Then take a picture. ● In the following cameras, if the correct...
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... Turn the adjustment dial to set the aperture value. ● The effective flash range is displayed on page 9. ● If the power is turned temporarily OFF, the flash will be fixed in the viewfinder will be set to P-TTL or TTL auto. The setting is complete if (ISO) stops blinking. 4 Set the lens... aperture to the same aperture value as that set on the LCD panel. ● The camera's aperture value is synchronized with that of lens being used. 6 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range...
... Turn the adjustment dial to set the aperture value. ● The effective flash range is displayed on page 9. ● If the power is turned temporarily OFF, the flash will be fixed in the viewfinder will be set to P-TTL or TTL auto. The setting is complete if (ISO) stops blinking. 4 Set the lens... aperture to the same aperture value as that set on the LCD panel. ● The camera's aperture value is synchronized with that of lens being used. 6 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range...
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.... ● The AF540FGZ can be used interchangeably with AF360FGZ flash units for making both flash units discharge main flashes, refer to SLAVE1. ➝ Slave Mode Setting (page 49) Notes on Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL photography) When using the AF360FGZ in wireless mode, the following . 1. Whether your camera and the flash mode you can use this function with the...
.... ● The AF540FGZ can be used interchangeably with AF360FGZ flash units for making both flash units discharge main flashes, refer to SLAVE1. ➝ Slave Mode Setting (page 49) Notes on Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL photography) When using the AF360FGZ in wireless mode, the following . 1. Whether your camera and the flash mode you can use this function with the...
Operation Manual
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... position. ● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes other than P-TTL auto. 3 Enable the built-in flash unit so that the AF360FGZ and built-in flash unit are possible. (Refer to page 15.) ● The flash mode on the camera must be...the photograph. 1 Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ, and register the channel on the camera. Turn the camera off and then attach the AF360FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera. Set the power switch of the flash unit to (WIRELESS). Set the wireless mode switch to (S), so...
... position. ● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes other than P-TTL auto. 3 Enable the built-in flash unit so that the AF360FGZ and built-in flash unit are possible. (Refer to page 15.) ● The flash mode on the camera must be...the photograph. 1 Firstly, set the wireless mode and channel of the AF360FGZ, and register the channel on the camera. Turn the camera off and then attach the AF360FGZ to the hot shoe of the camera. Set the power switch of the flash unit to (WIRELESS). Set the wireless mode switch to (S), so...
Operation Manual
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... speed. ● If the shutter speed is used for main flash. ● Refer to high-speed sync mode. 7 Confirm that the AF360FGZ and built-in the desired position. ● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to camera's operating manual for the operation of the...release button halfway down, the channel is registered on the camera. 2 Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and place it is faster than Xsync speed, the flash will be set to the modes other than P-TTL. 3 Set the zoom position. (Refer to page 18) ● Set the zoom position...
... speed. ● If the shutter speed is used for main flash. ● Refer to high-speed sync mode. 7 Confirm that the AF360FGZ and built-in the desired position. ● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to camera's operating manual for the operation of the...release button halfway down, the channel is registered on the camera. 2 Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and place it is faster than Xsync speed, the flash will be set to the modes other than P-TTL. 3 Set the zoom position. (Refer to page 18) ● Set the zoom position...
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.... ● If the shutter speed is the same or slower than the X-sync speed of the camera, the flash will be set to P-TTL mode, and when it is faster than Xsync speed, the flash will be set to high-speed sync mode. 5 Confirm that SLAVE is displayed in the upper right corner... halfway down, the channel is registered on the camera. 2 Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless) flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit attached to the camera. Place the other AF360FGZ in the desired position. Set the power switch of the LCD panel. Slide down the setting switch to...
.... ● If the shutter speed is the same or slower than the X-sync speed of the camera, the flash will be set to P-TTL mode, and when it is faster than Xsync speed, the flash will be set to high-speed sync mode. 5 Confirm that SLAVE is displayed in the upper right corner... halfway down, the channel is registered on the camera. 2 Next, set the channel of the separated (wireless) flash unit to the same channel as the flash unit attached to the camera. Place the other AF360FGZ in the desired position. Set the power switch of the LCD panel. Slide down the setting switch to...
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Bouncing the flash will decrease the flash intensity by the time it reaches the subject. Upward: 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90° Downward: 0°, -10° 51 Doing so creates softer light and shadows to make the picture look more natural. The bounce angle can tilt the flash head to aim at short distances. Therefore, this function is effective when photographing in P-TTL or TTL mode at the ceiling or wall to bounce the flash before it reaches the subject. ■Bounce Flash With the AF360FGZ, you can be set to the following angles.
Bouncing the flash will decrease the flash intensity by the time it reaches the subject. Upward: 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90° Downward: 0°, -10° 51 Doing so creates softer light and shadows to make the picture look more natural. The bounce angle can tilt the flash head to aim at short distances. Therefore, this function is effective when photographing in P-TTL or TTL mode at the ceiling or wall to bounce the flash before it reaches the subject. ■Bounce Flash With the AF360FGZ, you can be set to the following angles.
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...A photography manual and other references are recommended. 52 However, with TTL auto flash units bounce flash photography can be used. ● Bounce flash photography is greatly affected by the surrounding conditions. Confirm the flash status indicator in the viewfinder or the auto check display in the ... be recommended. ● When taking pictures. P-TTL, TTL Auto Flash Photography The amount of reflective light will change the angle, move the flash head of the flash unit while pressing the bounce lock release button. ● When using bounce flash, ( ) will be displayed on the LCD panel...
...A photography manual and other references are recommended. 52 However, with TTL auto flash units bounce flash photography can be used. ● Bounce flash photography is greatly affected by the surrounding conditions. Confirm the flash status indicator in the viewfinder or the auto check display in the ... be recommended. ● When taking pictures. P-TTL, TTL Auto Flash Photography The amount of reflective light will change the angle, move the flash head of the flash unit while pressing the bounce lock release button. ● When using bounce flash, ( ) will be displayed on the LCD panel...
Operation Manual
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... the camera exposure metering timer is taken with (TTL). Supported Functions for PENTAX Cameras ■Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode Cameras that functions related to TTL.) - You can actually use Manual flash mode (M) when the camera exposure mode is set the flash mode to manual (M), it to (P-TTL) while the camera's exposure meter is operating (while...
... the camera exposure metering timer is taken with (TTL). Supported Functions for PENTAX Cameras ■Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode Cameras that functions related to TTL.) - You can actually use Manual flash mode (M) when the camera exposure mode is set the flash mode to manual (M), it to (P-TTL) while the camera's exposure meter is operating (while...
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... TTL Auto Flash (TTL) Auto Flash (A) Manual Flash (M) Camera 672 645N2, 645N, Z/PZ series, MZ/ZX series (except MZ-M/ ZX-M), SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1 645, Super A/ Super Program, LX Aperture setting capable PENTAX single lens reflex cameras Aperture setting capable PENTAX single lens reflex cameras Notes - The camera exposure mode is set it to manual (M). In trailing...
... TTL Auto Flash (TTL) Auto Flash (A) Manual Flash (M) Camera 672 645N2, 645N, Z/PZ series, MZ/ZX series (except MZ-M/ ZX-M), SFXN/SF1N, SFX/SF1 645, Super A/ Super Program, LX Aperture setting capable PENTAX single lens reflex cameras Aperture setting capable PENTAX single lens reflex cameras Notes - The camera exposure mode is set it to manual (M). In trailing...
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...-eye reduction Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - AF spotbeam Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes *1: Depending on , the flash mode switches to [P-TTL] or [TTL]. Cameras that Support P-TTL Auto Flash Mode Type A (Digital single lens reflex cameras):...DS, *ist D Type B (Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex)):*ist, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6, MZ-S Flash Mode Camera type (P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto (A) auto flash (M) manual flash (SB) AF flash photography flash photography photography photography spotbeam (A) (B) (A) (B) (A), (B) (A)*1, (B) (A), (B) Leading curtain sync Yes Yes Yes...
...-eye reduction Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - AF spotbeam Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes *1: Depending on , the flash mode switches to [P-TTL] or [TTL]. Cameras that Support P-TTL Auto Flash Mode Type A (Digital single lens reflex cameras):...DS, *ist D Type B (Film cameras (35mm autofocus single lens reflex)):*ist, MZ-L/ZX-L/MZ-6, MZ-S Flash Mode Camera type (P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto (A) auto flash (M) manual flash (SB) AF flash photography flash photography photography photography spotbeam (A) (B) (A) (B) (A), (B) (A)*1, (B) (A), (B) Leading curtain sync Yes Yes Yes...
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...10, MZ-50/ZX-50 Type C: Z-10/PZ-10 Flash Mode (P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto (A) auto flash (M) manual flash (SB) AF flash photography flash photography photography photography spotbeam Camera type (A), (B), (C) (A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) (A), (B), (C) Leading curtain sync - Wireless control - flash is detached from the camera and connected by an extension ...MZ-5N, Z-1P, and Z-5P.) *2: Only when the AF360FGZ is charged Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - Automatic switching to X-sync speed when - Flash ready display in viewfinder - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes ...
...10, MZ-50/ZX-50 Type C: Z-10/PZ-10 Flash Mode (P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto (A) auto flash (M) manual flash (SB) AF flash photography flash photography photography photography spotbeam Camera type (A), (B), (C) (A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) (A), (B), (C) Leading curtain sync - Wireless control - flash is detached from the camera and connected by an extension ...MZ-5N, Z-1P, and Z-5P.) *2: Only when the AF360FGZ is charged Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - Automatic switching to X-sync speed when - Flash ready display in viewfinder - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes ...
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... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - No - - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No - Yes - (SB) AF spotbeam (D) (E) (F) --------- --- --- --------- Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No - No No No No No ... curtain sync Slow-speed sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when flash is charged Flash ready display in viewfinder Auto check display Slave flash Wireless control Red-eye reduction AF spotbeam (P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto (A) auto flash (M) manual flash flash photography flash photography photography photography (D), (E), (F) (D) (E) (F) (D) (E) (F) (D) (E) (F)...
... Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - No - - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No - Yes - (SB) AF spotbeam (D) (E) (F) --------- --- --- --------- Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No - No No No No No ... curtain sync Slow-speed sync High-speed sync Automatic switching to X-sync speed when flash is charged Flash ready display in viewfinder Auto check display Slave flash Wireless control Red-eye reduction AF spotbeam (P-TTL) P-TTL auto (TTL) TTL auto (A) auto flash (M) manual flash flash photography flash photography photography photography (D), (E), (F) (D) (E) (F) (D) (E) (F) (D) (E) (F)...