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Check that all the items have been included before use. ● Case ● Operating manual (this product. It is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Auto-flash AF360FGZ. 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. 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.
Check that all the items have been included before use. ● Case ● Operating manual (this product. It is a trademark of HOYA CORPORATION. Thank you for purchasing the PENTAX Auto-flash AF360FGZ. 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. 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.
Operation Manual
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...is being readied for the hot shoe or grip. It may be directly exposed to maintain high performance. caused due to mount incompatible accessories. Use a cushion to protect the flash unit when carrying it in...the use exposure compensation. ● Do not attach any accidents or damage, etc. Otherwise, the TTL auto mechanism may not work properly. ● We will not be damaged or rendered inoperable. ...flash with the test button and test shoot with a new one. If the unit has not been used for an extended period of this product with cameras and accessories made by the other than PENTAX...
...is being readied for the hot shoe or grip. It may be directly exposed to maintain high performance. caused due to mount incompatible accessories. Use a cushion to protect the flash unit when carrying it in...the use exposure compensation. ● Do not attach any accidents or damage, etc. Otherwise, the TTL auto mechanism may not work properly. ● We will not be damaged or rendered inoperable. ...flash with the test button and test shoot with a new one. If the unit has not been used for an extended period of this product with cameras and accessories made by the other than PENTAX...
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 ...
Operation Manual
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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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... AF360FGZ has the following . 1. Refer to page 24 for instructions on how to obtain a correct exposure. Use with cameras that Support Each Flash Mode (page 57) 2. TTL auto flash (TTL) Based on how to use the desired function with the conventional TTL mode. The manual flash output can be set to Each Flash Mode (page 61 - 68) P-TTL auto flash (P-TTL...
... AF360FGZ has the following . 1. Refer to page 24 for instructions on how to obtain a correct exposure. Use with cameras that Support Each Flash Mode (page 57) 2. TTL auto flash (TTL) Based on how to use the desired function with the conventional TTL mode. The manual flash output can be set to Each Flash Mode (page 61 - 68) P-TTL auto flash (P-TTL...
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...the power (ON), the setting will be set between +1.0 to -3.0 steps in P-TTL auto mode only when the flash unit is used with autofocus lenses. ● If necessary, an exposure compensation amount can be (P-TTL) and (A.Zoom). 4 Set the zoom position. (The setting method differs according ...to page 15.) 23 Procedure 1 Turn on the flash unit. 2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (P-TTL) is displayed on page 9. ● The correct flash output is obtained in 0.5-step increments. (Refer to your camera and lens. Refer to page...
...the power (ON), the setting will be set between +1.0 to -3.0 steps in P-TTL auto mode only when the flash unit is used with autofocus lenses. ● If necessary, an exposure compensation amount can be (P-TTL) and (A.Zoom). 4 Set the zoom position. (The setting method differs according ...to page 15.) 23 Procedure 1 Turn on the flash unit. 2 Press the flash mode button (MODE) until (P-TTL) is displayed on page 9. ● The correct flash output is obtained in 0.5-step increments. (Refer to your camera and lens. Refer to page...
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...to page 18.) 5 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is displayed on page 9. 24 Then take a picture. ● In the following cameras, if the correct flash output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in the viewfinder will blink. 35 mm... single lens reflex cameras except 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 lit. ■TTL Auto Flash Refer to page 22 for SF7/ SF10, 672, 645N2, 645N, 645, LX, Super ...
...to page 18.) 5 Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range and the ready lamp is displayed on page 9. 24 Then take a picture. ● In the following cameras, if the correct flash output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in the viewfinder will blink. 35 mm... single lens reflex cameras except 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 lit. ■TTL Auto Flash Refer to page 22 for SF7/ SF10, 672, 645N2, 645N, 645, LX, Super ...
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... effective flash range is displayed on the LCD panel bar graph. Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range ... picture. ● In the following cameras, if the correct flash output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in leading curtain sync. 26 Refer...9. ● If the power is turned temporarily OFF, the flash will be set to set to Programmed AE or Shutter Priority...6 Confirm that of the flash unit when the camera exposure mode is lit. Return the setting to Auto flash. ● The sync...flash range and press the select button (S). Turn the adjustment dial to...
... effective flash range is displayed on the LCD panel bar graph. Confirm that the subject is within the effective flash range ... picture. ● In the following cameras, if the correct flash output is obtained, the flash mode indicator and ( ) in leading curtain sync. 26 Refer...9. ● If the power is turned temporarily OFF, the flash will be set to set to Programmed AE or Shutter Priority...6 Confirm that of the flash unit when the camera exposure mode is lit. Return the setting to Auto flash. ● The sync...flash range and press the select button (S). Turn the adjustment dial to...
Operation Manual
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... to SLAVE1. ➝ Slave Mode Setting (page 49) Notes on Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL photography) When using the AF360FGZ in flash unit of the subject). The flash attached to the camera emits a small control flash (relays the flash output amount to the external AF360FGZ). ● The flash attached to the camera will emit a preflash once more after this function...
... to SLAVE1. ➝ Slave Mode Setting (page 49) Notes on Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL photography) When using the AF360FGZ in flash unit of the subject). The flash attached to the camera emits a small control flash (relays the flash output amount to the external AF360FGZ). ● The flash attached to the camera will emit a preflash once more after this function...
Operation Manual
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...the P-TTL mode, flash output setting (1/1, 2/3, 1/2, and 1/3) and flash exposure compensation (3.0 to +1.0) are fully charged, and take 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...
...the P-TTL mode, flash output setting (1/1, 2/3, 1/2, and 1/3) and flash exposure compensation (3.0 to +1.0) are fully charged, and take 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...
Operation Manual
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...high-speed sync mode. 7 Confirm that the AF360FGZ and built-in flash unit are fully charged, and take the photograph. When you use. 4 Enable the built-in flash unit of the camera and display ( ) on the LCD panel. 5 Set the sync mode switch of the wireless flash unit to leading curtain sync ( ). 6 ... you turn the camera on the camera. 2 Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and place it in the desired position. ● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes other than P-TTL. 3 Set the zoom position. (Refer to page 18) ●...
...high-speed sync mode. 7 Confirm that the AF360FGZ and built-in flash unit are fully charged, and take the photograph. When you use. 4 Enable the built-in flash unit of the camera and display ( ) on the LCD panel. 5 Set the sync mode switch of the wireless flash unit to leading curtain sync ( ). 6 ... you turn the camera on the camera. 2 Next, remove the flash unit from the camera and place it in the desired position. ● Press the flash mode button (MODE) to display (P-TTL) if the flash mode was set to the modes other than P-TTL. 3 Set the zoom position. (Refer to page 18) ●...
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...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 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 flash unit to (...
...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 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 flash unit to (...
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Upward: 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90° Downward: 0°, -10° 51 The bounce angle can tilt the flash head to aim at short distances. Bouncing the flash will decrease the flash intensity by the time it reaches the subject. 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. Doing so creates softer light and shadows to make the picture look more natural.
Upward: 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90° Downward: 0°, -10° 51 The bounce angle can tilt the flash head to aim at short distances. Bouncing the flash will decrease the flash intensity by the time it reaches the subject. 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. Doing so creates softer light and shadows to make the picture look more natural.
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...angle. ● To change according to the subject is within 1m. P-TTL, TTL Auto Flash Photography The amount of reflective light will be affected by the surrounding conditions. However, with TTL auto flash units bounce flash photography can be relatively easily done. ● A click stop is provided... for the bounce flash is colored, the picture will change the angle, move the flash head of the flash unit while pressing the bounce lock ...
...angle. ● To change according to the subject is within 1m. P-TTL, TTL Auto Flash Photography The amount of reflective light will be affected by the surrounding conditions. However, with TTL auto flash units bounce flash photography can be relatively easily done. ● A click stop is provided... for the bounce flash is colored, the picture will change the angle, move the flash head of the flash unit while pressing the bounce lock ...
Operation Manual
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... release button halfway down, even if you cannot select (A) or (M) by pressing the flash mode button (MODE). - LX, Super A/Super Program, 645 57 Supported Functions for PENTAX Cameras ■Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode Cameras that functions related to (P-TTL) while the camera's exposure meter is operating (while information is being displayed in...
... release button halfway down, even if you cannot select (A) or (M) by pressing the flash mode button (MODE). - LX, Super A/Super Program, 645 57 Supported Functions for PENTAX Cameras ■Cameras that Support Each Flash Mode Cameras that functions related to (P-TTL) while the camera's exposure meter is operating (while information is being displayed in...
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... if you have set it to manual (M). Flash Mode 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 - When the exposure...
... if you have set it to manual (M). Flash Mode 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 - When the exposure...
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... 57. *2: *ist D, K10D (the firmware must be updated to [P-TTL] or [TTL]. flash is switched on, the flash mode switches to Version 1.10 or later) 62 AF spotbeam Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes *1: Depending on the type ...*ist 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 Yes Yes...
... 57. *2: *ist D, K10D (the firmware must be updated to [P-TTL] or [TTL]. flash is switched on, the flash mode switches to Version 1.10 or later) 62 AF spotbeam Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes *1: Depending on the type ...*ist 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 Yes Yes...
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...MZ-5N, Z-1P, and Z-5P.) *2: Only when the AF360FGZ is charged Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - 2. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - Flash ready display in viewfinder - AF spotbeam - Slow-speed sync - No No No No No .../SF1, SFXN/SF1N Type B: MZ-3, MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-10/ZX-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 -
...MZ-5N, Z-1P, and Z-5P.) *2: Only when the AF360FGZ is charged Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - 2. Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - Flash ready display in viewfinder - AF spotbeam - Slow-speed sync - No No No No No .../SF1, SFXN/SF1N Type B: MZ-3, MZ-5/ZX-5, MZ-10/ZX-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 -
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... curtain sync Trailing 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 Yes Yes Yes Yes...
... curtain sync Trailing 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 Yes Yes Yes Yes...