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... 1'41' fr 22 1611 8 5.6 4 2" ft,„ co10..vs I I II It I 3 8 26 1.5 i. !6 8 4 # 4 0 22 0 221 11 8 56 4 23 34, USING PENTAX-A SERIES LENSES AND/OR PENTAX-F SERIES LENSES When using the Pentax-A series and/or Pentax-F series lenses on the LX, be sure to set the aperture ring to a proper f-stop between f/1.4 and f/22 or f/32, not the "A" position. (If...
... 1'41' fr 22 1611 8 5.6 4 2" ft,„ co10..vs I I II It I 3 8 26 1.5 i. !6 8 4 # 4 0 22 0 221 11 8 56 4 23 34, USING PENTAX-A SERIES LENSES AND/OR PENTAX-F SERIES LENSES When using the Pentax-A series and/or Pentax-F series lenses on the LX, be sure to set the aperture ring to a proper f-stop between f/1.4 and f/22 or f/32, not the "A" position. (If...
LX Manual
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WHEN CHANGING LENSES OUTDOORS WITH FILM IN THE CAMERA, TAKE THE ADDED PRECAUTION OF AVOIDING DIRECT SUNLIGHT. This procedure provides a better balance and more convenient handling during the ... lengths, it becomes difficult to see the red dots, align the raised white node O on the lens barrel with an audible click. When mounting longer lenses such as described. In dim light situations where it 's a good idea to put the lens down . Removing the Lens To remove the lens, hold the...
WHEN CHANGING LENSES OUTDOORS WITH FILM IN THE CAMERA, TAKE THE ADDED PRECAUTION OF AVOIDING DIRECT SUNLIGHT. This procedure provides a better balance and more convenient handling during the ... lengths, it becomes difficult to see the red dots, align the raised white node O on the lens barrel with an audible click. When mounting longer lenses such as described. In dim light situations where it 's a good idea to put the lens down . Removing the Lens To remove the lens, hold the...
LX Manual
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... models to disappear. To focus, turn the lens focusing ring until the "shimmering" effect in the viewfinder aligns as one. FOCUSING The Pentax LX comes equipped with long telephoto lenses having small apertures. When using the split-image center spot simply turn the focusing ring on the lens until the image on a matte...
... models to disappear. To focus, turn the lens focusing ring until the "shimmering" effect in the viewfinder aligns as one. FOCUSING The Pentax LX comes equipped with long telephoto lenses having small apertures. When using the split-image center spot simply turn the focusing ring on the lens until the image on a matte...
LX Manual
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... the shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is designed to minimize camera vibration. To prevent any possibility of the LX camera is depressed. When shooting at "B" Although time exposures are possible in both the automatic and manual mode, use the "B" (Bulb)...exposures longer than 5.5mm (0.22 in extremely low light levels for special creative effects. Tripod Spacer To ensure proper tripod mounting when using lenses having a depth no greater than several minutes, a locking cable release is recommended. Time Exposures at "B," always mount your camera to make ...
... the shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is designed to minimize camera vibration. To prevent any possibility of the LX camera is depressed. When shooting at "B" Although time exposures are possible in both the automatic and manual mode, use the "B" (Bulb)...exposures longer than 5.5mm (0.22 in extremely low light levels for special creative effects. Tripod Spacer To ensure proper tripod mounting when using lenses having a depth no greater than several minutes, a locking cable release is recommended. Time Exposures at "B," always mount your camera to make ...
LX Manual
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... required, however, the depth of field scales engraved on either side of the depth of field scale represent f/stops. The numbers engraved on most camera lenses provide a convenient means of determining the approximate distances. DEPTH OF FIELD SCALES 5 f:4 f :5.6 1 0 Distance (m) Depth of field is the area in acceptable sharpness in front of...
... required, however, the depth of field scales engraved on either side of the depth of field scale represent f/stops. The numbers engraved on most camera lenses provide a convenient means of determining the approximate distances. DEPTH OF FIELD SCALES 5 f:4 f :5.6 1 0 Distance (m) Depth of field is the area in acceptable sharpness in front of...
LX Manual
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.... Additional correction is available for your needs. Built-in "X" hotshoe. NOTE: The Pentax FA-1, FA-1W and FA-2 Finder models are fully compatible with the correction lens adaptor and SMC correction lenses. Model FA-1 Eye-Level Pentaprism Finder The standard LX viewfinder, the FA-1 combines bright eye-level pentaprism viewing, built-in diopter...
.... Additional correction is available for your needs. Built-in "X" hotshoe. NOTE: The Pentax FA-1, FA-1W and FA-2 Finder models are fully compatible with the correction lens adaptor and SMC correction lenses. Model FA-1 Eye-Level Pentaprism Finder The standard LX viewfinder, the FA-1 combines bright eye-level pentaprism viewing, built-in diopter...
LX Manual
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... versatile yet simple screen comprised of a central microprism grid on a matte field. photo lenses, or in dim light. SD-21 An all matte focusing screen with central cross hairs...300mm. SE-25 An all -matte screen especially suited for telephoto lenses longer than 300mm. SA-37 SE-20 An all -matte screen suitable for focusing small aperture telephoto or ...20 SE-25 SG-20 O S I-20 430 SG-20 Similar to the SE-20 but with no matte. f/2.8) lenses. SA-26 A microprism screen with a matte field suited for use with tele- SC-21 The standard screen featuring a...
... versatile yet simple screen comprised of a central microprism grid on a matte field. photo lenses, or in dim light. SD-21 An all matte focusing screen with central cross hairs...300mm. SE-25 An all -matte screen especially suited for telephoto lenses longer than 300mm. SA-37 SE-20 An all -matte screen suitable for focusing small aperture telephoto or ...20 SE-25 SG-20 O S I-20 430 SG-20 Similar to the SE-20 but with no matte. f/2.8) lenses. SA-26 A microprism screen with a matte field suited for use with tele- SC-21 The standard screen featuring a...
LX Manual
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...aperture visible in both automatic and manual modes; Pentax Magic Needle Loading System. Two 1.5-volt alkaline ... second to 1/30th second, yellow LEDs as multiple exposure button to virtually eliminate image cutoff with most lenses; Viewfinder Display: Focusing Screen: Film Transport: Exposure Counter Film Rewind: Power Source: Mirror: Back Cover...display for automatic film advance and automatic rewind capability. fully interchangeable with Winder LX and Motor Drive LX. Accepts Winder LX and Motor Drive LX for TTL measured shutter speeds with shoulder pad. 47 • Automatic rewind...
...aperture visible in both automatic and manual modes; Pentax Magic Needle Loading System. Two 1.5-volt alkaline ... second to 1/30th second, yellow LEDs as multiple exposure button to virtually eliminate image cutoff with most lenses; Viewfinder Display: Focusing Screen: Film Transport: Exposure Counter Film Rewind: Power Source: Mirror: Back Cover...display for automatic film advance and automatic rewind capability. fully interchangeable with Winder LX and Motor Drive LX. Accepts Winder LX and Motor Drive LX for TTL measured shutter speeds with shoulder pad. 47 • Automatic rewind...
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...its authorized representatives shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other than Pentax lenses are beyond our control, damage caused by use of such lenses will be covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will take a considerable... length of time before provided. In this case, it is not covered by this procedure and warranty policy. If your Pentax returned to the manufacturer ...
...its authorized representatives shall not be liable for damages from delay or loss of use or from other than Pentax lenses are beyond our control, damage caused by use of such lenses will be covered by warranty, regular charges of the manufacturer or of its representatives will take a considerable... length of time before provided. In this case, it is not covered by this procedure and warranty policy. If your Pentax returned to the manufacturer ...
