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... AUTO FOCUS ZOOM LENS) 19 TTL electronic focus (with regular SMC Pentax Interchangeable lenses) 30 Manual focus 38 Exposure on "Auto" 39 Auto exposure compensation 42 Manual exposures at "M" 44 Holding the camera 48 Unloading the film 49 Self-timer/Multiple exposures 50 Using a ...tripod/Time exposures at "B" 51 Flash photography (with Pentax dedicated flash units) 52 Other flash units 53 Shooting pointers 54 Depth-...
... AUTO FOCUS ZOOM LENS) 19 TTL electronic focus (with regular SMC Pentax Interchangeable lenses) 30 Manual focus 38 Exposure on "Auto" 39 Auto exposure compensation 42 Manual exposures at "M" 44 Holding the camera 48 Unloading the film 49 Self-timer/Multiple exposures 50 Using a ...tripod/Time exposures at "B" 51 Flash photography (with Pentax dedicated flash units) 52 Other flash units 53 Shooting pointers 54 Depth-...
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Because the focus control is integrated into the camera body, the Pentax auto focus zoom is a truly unique camera which has a host of features to make SLR photography easier than ever before. Either way you use it informs you with Mount Adaptor K), the same ... Electronic Focus Control (TTL-EFC) System has improved focusing accuracy and convenience for SLR cameras. Welcome to focus with more compact than the conventional external auto focusing systems for everyone. When the ME-F is used with the new Pentax AF Zoom 35mm-70mm f/2.8 Auto Focus Lens, this new system will help you...
Because the focus control is integrated into the camera body, the Pentax auto focus zoom is a truly unique camera which has a host of features to make SLR photography easier than ever before. Either way you use it informs you with Mount Adaptor K), the same ... Electronic Focus Control (TTL-EFC) System has improved focusing accuracy and convenience for SLR cameras. Welcome to focus with more compact than the conventional external auto focusing systems for everyone. When the ME-F is used with the new Pentax AF Zoom 35mm-70mm f/2.8 Auto Focus Lens, this new system will help you...
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...and offers a wide range of special purpose photo capabilities from its revolutionary focusing system, the ME-F has several other Pentax interchangeable lenses. Also, read the section which gives you the basics of operating your camera in order to make the most of all in its easy handling, compact body. Use of the... camera with the Auto Focus Lens is pertinent for the booklet entitled, "PENTAX LENSES AND ACCESSORIES.") HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL To get in the auto exposure mode. Be sure to first read the ...
...and offers a wide range of special purpose photo capabilities from its revolutionary focusing system, the ME-F has several other Pentax interchangeable lenses. Also, read the section which gives you the basics of operating your camera in order to make the most of all in its easy handling, compact body. Use of the... camera with the Auto Focus Lens is pertinent for the booklet entitled, "PENTAX LENSES AND ACCESSORIES.") HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL To get in the auto exposure mode. Be sure to first read the ...
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green LED glows at base of viewfinder. • Press either focus button on lens. • Take photo when lens stops turning; Mount the lens. (Page 12). UfF "/ 'D.' =le * • Set camera electro focus selector to ON. 21); AUTO FOCUS (WITH SMC PENTAX AF 35mm-70mm ZOOM LENS) PAGE 19 AUTO FOCUS • Insert the lens batteries (Page • Set the power switch to -2.8 • Center subject in split-image center spot of finder. • 6
green LED glows at base of viewfinder. • Press either focus button on lens. • Take photo when lens stops turning; Mount the lens. (Page 12). UfF "/ 'D.' =le * • Set camera electro focus selector to ON. 21); AUTO FOCUS (WITH SMC PENTAX AF 35mm-70mm ZOOM LENS) PAGE 19 AUTO FOCUS • Insert the lens batteries (Page • Set the power switch to -2.8 • Center subject in split-image center spot of finder. • 6
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...indication. and "M") normally flicker depending on four 1.5-volt mini batteries (S76, etc.) which are functioning. this point to flicker.* Although the camera will glow continuously if the voltage supply for both the AUTO and M electronic exposure modes until the display goes out completely, all four ...place. "UNDER" - To insert the batteries: Open the battery compartment cover by sl iding it locks in the chamber, with your Pentax ME-F operate on the operating modes; To check batteries: Press the shutter button partway and observe the viewfinder LED shutter speed display. One...
...indication. and "M") normally flicker depending on four 1.5-volt mini batteries (S76, etc.) which are functioning. this point to flicker.* Although the camera will glow continuously if the voltage supply for both the AUTO and M electronic exposure modes until the display goes out completely, all four ...place. "UNDER" - To insert the batteries: Open the battery compartment cover by sl iding it locks in the chamber, with your Pentax ME-F operate on the operating modes; To check batteries: Press the shutter button partway and observe the viewfinder LED shutter speed display. One...
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... uncommon, keep batteries out of the'reaCh of battery failure during busy picture-taking sessions. When shooting in a warm pocket. • When not using the camera for TTL Electronic Focusing System: See page 37. Li 25 X B • -16._ IMPORTANT! . or ....ekposa-... .excessive •a •larecau-:.• Always; Never•throw:•...
... uncommon, keep batteries out of the'reaCh of battery failure during busy picture-taking sessions. When shooting in a warm pocket. • When not using the camera for TTL Electronic Focusing System: See page 37. Li 25 X B • -16._ IMPORTANT! . or ....ekposa-... .excessive •a •larecau-:.• Always; Never•throw:•...
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... on the lens. • Seat the lens in the left hand and match the red dot on the camera body with the front element down; • 12 LENS MOUNTING NOTE: Mounting instructions are difficult to see page... laid on the lens barrel with a "click." Removing the lens: To remove the lens, hold the camera in the body mount and turn it clockwise until it becomes necessary to put the lens down without the ... with the right hand. In the dark when the red dots are the same for both regular SMC Pentax Lenses and the AF zoom lenses. (for screw-mount lenses, see , align the raised white node ...
... on the lens. • Seat the lens in the left hand and match the red dot on the camera body with the front element down; • 12 LENS MOUNTING NOTE: Mounting instructions are difficult to see page... laid on the lens barrel with a "click." Removing the lens: To remove the lens, hold the camera in the body mount and turn it clockwise until it becomes necessary to put the lens down without the ... with the right hand. In the dark when the red dots are the same for both regular SMC Pentax Lenses and the AF zoom lenses. (for screw-mount lenses, see , align the raised white node ...
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... of the white needles in place by inserting the leader at least the width of one of the faster manual shutter speeds. ■ Open the camera back by lifting up sharply on the spool by returning the film rewind knob to its original position. 12 • ,' X B% ■ Draw the film leader... engaged properly on the film rewind knob. If you advance the film with the dial set to "AUTO," remove the lens cap and aim the camera toward a bright light source to "125X."
... of the white needles in place by inserting the leader at least the width of one of the faster manual shutter speeds. ■ Open the camera back by lifting up sharply on the spool by returning the film rewind knob to its original position. 12 • ,' X B% ■ Draw the film leader... engaged properly on the film rewind knob. If you advance the film with the dial set to "AUTO," remove the lens cap and aim the camera toward a bright light source to "125X."
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... • When you are sure the film has engaged properly, close the back cover and wind the film rewind crank in the direction of the camera flickers. ■ Wind the film by checking to see that the film advance indicator on back of the arrow to "Auto." You can be sure...
... • When you are sure the film has engaged properly, close the back cover and wind the film rewind crank in the direction of the camera flickers. ■ Wind the film by checking to see that the film advance indicator on back of the arrow to "Auto." You can be sure...
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... off the top of film box and insert it into the Memo Holder on the back cover of the camera. UI OFF .,J.) • • 16 • • 25 • • 40 50 • • • 80 • • 125 160 • • • 250 320 ...
... off the top of film box and insert it into the Memo Holder on the back cover of the camera. UI OFF .,J.) • • 16 • • 25 • • 40 50 • • • 80 • • 125 160 • • • 250 320 ...
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... the "M" electro-touch manual mode, the shutter speed dial has been eliminated on framing and composition. X [3 • • 16 THE SHUTTER MODE DIAL Because the camera selects the shutter speed in the "AUTO" exposure mode and pushbuttons are used to set the shutter speed in relation to the preset lens aperture...
... the "M" electro-touch manual mode, the shutter speed dial has been eliminated on framing and composition. X [3 • • 16 THE SHUTTER MODE DIAL Because the camera selects the shutter speed in the "AUTO" exposure mode and pushbuttons are used to set the shutter speed in relation to the preset lens aperture...
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.... (See "MANUAL EXPOSURE AT M" - As the shutter operates without batteries, it allows you to still operate the camera in the "AUTO" mode, with electronic flash units other than Pentax dedicated flash units (See page 53). "L" (Lock): Set the shutter dial to "L" and the shutter button may ...freeze the shutter speed at this instance, set to "M," you may be made at any one of the camera's electronic exposure system. "M" (Manual):...
.... (See "MANUAL EXPOSURE AT M" - As the shutter operates without batteries, it allows you to still operate the camera in the "AUTO" mode, with electronic flash units other than Pentax dedicated flash units (See page 53). "L" (Lock): Set the shutter dial to "L" and the shutter button may ...freeze the shutter speed at this instance, set to "M," you may be made at any one of the camera's electronic exposure system. "M" (Manual):...
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... (the only size additions being a micro motor and a battery compartment). Moreover, because the auto focus control is more compact than with regular SMC Pentax interchangeable lenses, skip to the electronic focusing section (See page 30). Also, be sure to read this new system, you can automatically focus by simply... on the lens. With this section carefully to fully understand all the benefits it has to offer. AUTO FOCUS (WITH SMC PENTAX AF 35mm - 70mm ZOOM LENS) The SMC Pentax AF 35mm-70mm Auto Focus Zoom Lens allows you to fully realize the potential of your lens is inside the...
... (the only size additions being a micro motor and a battery compartment). Moreover, because the auto focus control is more compact than with regular SMC Pentax interchangeable lenses, skip to the electronic focusing section (See page 30). Also, be sure to read this new system, you can automatically focus by simply... on the lens. With this section carefully to fully understand all the benefits it has to offer. AUTO FOCUS (WITH SMC PENTAX AF 35mm - 70mm ZOOM LENS) The SMC Pentax AF 35mm-70mm Auto Focus Zoom Lens allows you to fully realize the potential of your lens is inside the...
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... focus lens is now ready for the motor to the direction inside the compartment. Be sure to insert the batteries exactly as described on the camera (in place. To open the compartment, press the dial down and turn to turn to the OPEN position.
... focus lens is now ready for the motor to the direction inside the compartment. Be sure to insert the batteries exactly as described on the camera (in place. To open the compartment, press the dial down and turn to turn to the OPEN position.
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... INI OFF • Set the power switch on the front of the lens to -2.8. • Press either of the focusing buttons on top of the camera to ON. • Look through the viewfinder and center your subject in the viewfinder will stop turning; Make sure that the points of highest contrast... bisect the splitimage line. • Set the shutter mode dial of the camera to "Auto" (other settings except "B" may also be used) ZOO° • • Set the electro-focus button on the lens barrel...
... INI OFF • Set the power switch on the front of the lens to -2.8. • Press either of the focusing buttons on top of the camera to ON. • Look through the viewfinder and center your subject in the viewfinder will stop turning; Make sure that the points of highest contrast... bisect the splitimage line. • Set the shutter mode dial of the camera to "Auto" (other settings except "B" may also be used) ZOO° • • Set the electro-focus button on the lens barrel...
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... line. Best results are obtained if you obtain a larger image for telephoto. This way you focus at the telephoto setting first, then adjust to the camera. ZOOMING: To zoom, pull the lens barrel out for wide angle settings, and pull back for focusing, and foreground matter which bisects the split-image...
... line. Best results are obtained if you obtain a larger image for telephoto. This way you focus at the telephoto setting first, then adjust to the camera. ZOOMING: To zoom, pull the lens barrel out for wide angle settings, and pull back for focusing, and foreground matter which bisects the split-image...
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...: Auto Focus is also no longer rotates on while using the lens for manual focus - Use with other 35mm Pentax cameras featuring the standard Pentax Bayonet Mount. Also set the switch to several months depending upon frequency of operation of time. 27. When inserting the lens ...in its case or storing, however, set the power switch to light. When the lens no longer possible when camera battery voltage is insufficient...
...: Auto Focus is also no longer rotates on while using the lens for manual focus - Use with other 35mm Pentax cameras featuring the standard Pentax Bayonet Mount. Also set the switch to several months depending upon frequency of operation of time. 27. When inserting the lens ...in its case or storing, however, set the power switch to light. When the lens no longer possible when camera battery voltage is insufficient...
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in the continuous mode with some tripods at the 70mm focal length setting because the battery compartment will be used with moving subjects, focus will hit against the tripod. Tripod: Depending upon the size of both the camera body mount and lens mount clean; wipe occasionally with the auto focus lens, use only the single-frame mode; Winder: When using a winder with a dry cloth to keep them from becoming oily. PRECAUTIONS Auto Focus Contacts: Be sure to keep the auto focus contacts of the tripod seat, the lens cannot be correct only for the first frame. • 28
in the continuous mode with some tripods at the 70mm focal length setting because the battery compartment will be used with moving subjects, focus will hit against the tripod. Tripod: Depending upon the size of both the camera body mount and lens mount clean; wipe occasionally with the auto focus lens, use only the single-frame mode; Winder: When using a winder with a dry cloth to keep them from becoming oily. PRECAUTIONS Auto Focus Contacts: Be sure to keep the auto focus contacts of the tripod seat, the lens cannot be correct only for the first frame. • 28
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... are using the ME-F with regular SMC Pentax lenses (both bayonet K-mount lenses and screw-mount lenses with electronic focus guidance whereby you that focus is extremely accurate and can obtain correct focus by simply turning the barrel in the direction of the cameras built-in well lit rooms. Be sure... to read the instructions carefully so that focusing will become as easy and simple as possible. • 30 When used with any of over 30 regular SMC Pentax lenses, this system provides you with mount ...
... are using the ME-F with regular SMC Pentax lenses (both bayonet K-mount lenses and screw-mount lenses with electronic focus guidance whereby you that focus is extremely accurate and can obtain correct focus by simply turning the barrel in the direction of the cameras built-in well lit rooms. Be sure... to read the instructions carefully so that focusing will become as easy and simple as possible. • 30 When used with any of over 30 regular SMC Pentax lenses, this system provides you with mount ...
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..., zooms, telephotos, macro and bellows lenses. When using these "IF- To engage the electronic focusing system: Switch the electro-focus selector on top of the camera to lenses having a maximum aperture of f/3.5 to OFF and focus in the conventional manner with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger. (f/2, 1.7, 1.2 etc.). MP 0l Ss 1 F-1'1, )tuaFFli...
..., zooms, telephotos, macro and bellows lenses. When using these "IF- To engage the electronic focusing system: Switch the electro-focus selector on top of the camera to lenses having a maximum aperture of f/3.5 to OFF and focus in the conventional manner with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or larger. (f/2, 1.7, 1.2 etc.). MP 0l Ss 1 F-1'1, )tuaFFli...