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...exposure compensation and auto bracketing photography. Combined with or actual damage to your purchase of this camera has a variety of Pentax autofocus SLR photography! PENTP X Icon indicators used in this camera and welcome to use . 4--- Congratulations on the front and back flaps, so keep ...or the Aperturepriority AE mode from the use the auto bracketing mode in the Manual exposure mode. This camera is an autofocus 35mm SLR camera featuring 15 different Pentax exclusive functions, a power zoom mechanism, and one-touch switching to our precise specifications and therefore, may...
...exposure compensation and auto bracketing photography. Combined with or actual damage to your purchase of this camera has a variety of Pentax autofocus SLR photography! PENTP X Icon indicators used in this camera and welcome to use . 4--- Congratulations on the front and back flaps, so keep ...or the Aperturepriority AE mode from the use the auto bracketing mode in the Manual exposure mode. This camera is an autofocus 35mm SLR camera featuring 15 different Pentax exclusive functions, a power zoom mechanism, and one-touch switching to our precise specifications and therefore, may...
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...Unloading the film 19 II BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 21-33 Using the basic exposure mode 21 Using zoom lenses 23 Holding the camera 26 Selecting an autofocus mode 27 Autofocusing 28 Using the focus lock function 30 Taking a picture 31 Using the built-in ... the AF spotbeam 94 Exposure compensation with flash 95 Selecting the desired programmed exposure line 96 Pentax functions 98 Setting the film speed (ISO) manually 106 Using a Pentax dedicated external flash 107 About contrast-control flash photography 110 Accessories 111-118 Interchangeable focusing screen ...
...Unloading the film 19 II BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 21-33 Using the basic exposure mode 21 Using zoom lenses 23 Holding the camera 26 Selecting an autofocus mode 27 Autofocusing 28 Using the focus lock function 30 Taking a picture 31 Using the built-in ... the AF spotbeam 94 Exposure compensation with flash 95 Selecting the desired programmed exposure line 96 Pentax functions 98 Setting the film speed (ISO) manually 106 Using a Pentax dedicated external flash 107 About contrast-control flash photography 110 Accessories 111-118 Interchangeable focusing screen ...
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... and set the Auto Zoom Switch to P See page 24 ON USER OFF ssc Set the main switch to the markings , i on the lens and camera and turn lens aperture ring to the A position.( See page 22. 00 tos 65 Push the power zoom ring forward until it seats with a click...
... and set the Auto Zoom Switch to P See page 24 ON USER OFF ssc Set the main switch to the markings , i on the lens and camera and turn lens aperture ring to the A position.( See page 22. 00 tos 65 Push the power zoom ring forward until it seats with a click...
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Selecting the autofocus mode 0 Ol3000000OD esesea 0020 0 Open the back cover of the camera, insert a roll of film align the end of the film leader with the power zoom ring Set the focus mode switch to [SINGLE]. (See page ...
Selecting the autofocus mode 0 Ol3000000OD esesea 0020 0 Open the back cover of the camera, insert a roll of film align the end of the film leader with the power zoom ring Set the focus mode switch to [SINGLE]. (See page ...
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... incorporate new con- change information between the camera and lens for power zoom. Pentax FA lenses operate on the lens aperture ring. mount Pentax-F lens Pentax-A lens (D) K-mount (E) Screw mount Pentax-M lens and Pentax lens SMC TAKUMAR lens, Camera name Z-lp/PZ-1P, Z-1/PZ-1 Z-10/PZ-10,Z-20,PZ-20 SFX./SF1N,SF7/SF10,SFX/SF-1 Super-A/Super Program, P30N/P3N,P30...
... incorporate new con- change information between the camera and lens for power zoom. Pentax FA lenses operate on the lens aperture ring. mount Pentax-F lens Pentax-A lens (D) K-mount (E) Screw mount Pentax-M lens and Pentax lens SMC TAKUMAR lens, Camera name Z-lp/PZ-1P, Z-1/PZ-1 Z-10/PZ-10,Z-20,PZ-20 SFX./SF1N,SF7/SF10,SFX/SF-1 Super-A/Super Program, P30N/P3N,P30...
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... Programmed TTL Auto Flash TTL Auto Flash Multi(8)-segment metering Approx. CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES WilMI Function Lens [Mount type] Autofocus... O O O O O O O O F lens [KAF] O 0*3 O x X X x O*5 O*5 O O*5 O O*5 O O O A lens [KA] x O* 1 O*3 O x x x x O O O O O O O O x M lens [K] x O * 1 O*3 O x x x x x x O*6 x O*6 x O x*7 x S lens [Screw] x x O x X x x x x O*6 x O*6 x O x*7 x Notes: * 1. Pentax-FA zoom lenses only. * 5. However, when the main switch is used . f-stop indication FA lens [KAF.] O - weighted metering or spot metering is set with a maximum...
... Programmed TTL Auto Flash TTL Auto Flash Multi(8)-segment metering Approx. CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES WilMI Function Lens [Mount type] Autofocus... O O O O O O O O F lens [KAF] O 0*3 O x X X x O*5 O*5 O O*5 O O*5 O O O A lens [KA] x O* 1 O*3 O x x x x O O O O O O O O x M lens [K] x O * 1 O*3 O x x x x x x O*6 x O*6 x O x*7 x S lens [Screw] x x O x X x x x x O*6 x O*6 x O x*7 x Notes: * 1. Pentax-FA zoom lenses only. * 5. However, when the main switch is used . f-stop indication FA lens [KAF.] O - weighted metering or spot metering is set with a maximum...
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... OTHER • If you to optimize the use of this new camera as soon as possible, read "BATTERY PRECAUTIONS" (page 119), 'TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA" and "WARRANTY POLICY" (page 128) before using your camera. details can be found in the following sections, allowing you want ...to begin taking pictures with this camera - These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera: I and II, " BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)" and " BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)." BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) III. SOME BASIC PRINCIPLES OF ...
... OTHER • If you to optimize the use of this new camera as soon as possible, read "BATTERY PRECAUTIONS" (page 119), 'TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA" and "WARRANTY POLICY" (page 128) before using your camera. details can be found in the following sections, allowing you want ...to begin taking pictures with this camera - These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera: I and II, " BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)" and " BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)." BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) III. SOME BASIC PRINCIPLES OF ...
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(1) ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP SIM BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) I. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) tl 1 0 Fit the strap on the camera as illustrated. * There is a pocket on the strap so you can store the finder cap, release socket cover, hotshoe cover or any other small accessory as illustrated.
(1) ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP SIM BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) I. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) tl 1 0 Fit the strap on the camera as illustrated. * There is a pocket on the strap so you can store the finder cap, release socket cover, hotshoe cover or any other small accessory as illustrated.
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ON - Replace the battery as soon as shown above may be released and all camera settings except the exposure counter, Pentax function settings, the User-set function, and film speed [ISO] return to initial settings. 4 A Tv Av - - jig.. 6o Ai5.6 a - Set the main switch to warn ...
ON - Replace the battery as soon as shown above may be released and all camera settings except the exposure counter, Pentax function settings, the User-set function, and film speed [ISO] return to initial settings. 4 A Tv Av - - jig.. 6o Ai5.6 a - Set the main switch to warn ...
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For storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. * Prevent unexpected operation of the FA zoom lens while you are mounting it fully to the right until you hear a click. * The body mount cap is at the factory. ensure that the main switch is designed to the camera body, and turn it . (3) MOUNTING THE LENS 1 2 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 Remove the body mount cap 0 and the rear lens cap 0 as shown in the illustration. 2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, at tach the lens to protect the camera against scratches and dust at OFF
For storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. * Prevent unexpected operation of the FA zoom lens while you are mounting it fully to the right until you hear a click. * The body mount cap is at the factory. ensure that the main switch is designed to the camera body, and turn it . (3) MOUNTING THE LENS 1 2 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 Remove the body mount cap 0 and the rear lens cap 0 as shown in the illustration. 2. Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, at tach the lens to protect the camera against scratches and dust at OFF
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... damage to the left while depressing the lens-lock-release button. * To protect the contacts and AF coupler of lenses made by other manufactures. * The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the tabs on both sides in...
... damage to the left while depressing the lens-lock-release button. * To protect the contacts and AF coupler of lenses made by other manufactures. * The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. To remove the front lens cap, squeeze the tabs on both sides in...
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... illustra- tion. 2. While looking through the viewfinder, move the diopter adjustment lever to 2.5D (diopters). NM (4) ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER 3 0 0 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 . Aim the camera at a bright object. After adjustment, reattach the Eyecup Fo into the accessory mounting grooves of the viewfinder. * To attach the Eyecup Fo, slide it down...
... illustra- tion. 2. While looking through the viewfinder, move the diopter adjustment lever to 2.5D (diopters). NM (4) ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER 3 0 0 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 . Aim the camera at a bright object. After adjustment, reattach the Eyecup Fo into the accessory mounting grooves of the viewfinder. * To attach the Eyecup Fo, slide it down...
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Depressing it down half way (first position) turns on the Pentax function as you to learn where the first position is. * The exposure meter stays on for Programmed AE mode. L T -jg T 71r Not pressed Pressed halfway .... See page 100. [ USER ]: User position. However, the desired exposure modes and other functions can be set when [USER-SET] function is set at this camera available. Easy picture taking a picture, gently depress the shutter release button down fully (second position) allows you selected. When taking mode only for about 10...
Depressing it down half way (first position) turns on the Pentax function as you to learn where the first position is. * The exposure meter stays on for Programmed AE mode. L T -jg T 71r Not pressed Pressed halfway .... See page 100. [ USER ]: User position. However, the desired exposure modes and other functions can be set when [USER-SET] function is set at this camera available. Easy picture taking a picture, gently depress the shutter release button down fully (second position) allows you selected. When taking mode only for about 10...
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..., the correct film speed is automatically set a DX-coded film speed within the range ISO 25 to 5000. * If you operate the camera with no film loaded to shade the camera. xi 11111111111 2 -3 1 . (7) FILM LOADING BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) * We suggest that first you use a Non-DX coded film, manually ...film in the film chamber first and then push its operation. * THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINE-PRECISION MATERIAL. This camera can set for the first time after purchase, open the camera's back cover, slide the back cover release lever in the photo. Slide the top end in the shade or ...
..., the correct film speed is automatically set a DX-coded film speed within the range ISO 25 to 5000. * If you operate the camera with no film loaded to shade the camera. xi 11111111111 2 -3 1 . (7) FILM LOADING BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) * We suggest that first you use a Non-DX coded film, manually ...film in the film chamber first and then push its operation. * THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINE-PRECISION MATERIAL. This camera can set for the first time after purchase, open the camera's back cover, slide the back cover release lever in the photo. Slide the top end in the shade or ...
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...(PREPARATION) ) . After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. * When automatic rewinding is blinking. 2. Before opening the back cover, check that [ Q ] is not specified with the Pentax function No.12 selection 1 (no automatic rewind),rewind the film as indicated by ...number of the film cartridge. Open the back cover and remove the film. * When removing the film from the camera, protect it from exposure to direct sun ...
...(PREPARATION) ) . After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. * When automatic rewinding is blinking. 2. Before opening the back cover, check that [ Q ] is not specified with the Pentax function No.12 selection 1 (no automatic rewind),rewind the film as indicated by ...number of the film cartridge. Open the back cover and remove the film. * When removing the film from the camera, protect it from exposure to direct sun ...
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... line not available not available not available normal Available functions in the user position: Exposure mode Drive mode Light metering mode Built-in the camera's main switch USER position, your desired functions can be set the main switch in the [USER] position. In the User position, the... camera automatically selects the best combination of automatic exposure modes and drive modes. For easy picture-taking, set . Any other functions are mentioned to take...
... line not available not available not available normal Available functions in the user position: Exposure mode Drive mode Light metering mode Built-in the camera's main switch USER position, your desired functions can be set the main switch in the [USER] position. In the User position, the... camera automatically selects the best combination of automatic exposure modes and drive modes. For easy picture-taking, set . Any other functions are mentioned to take...
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... release button to use the power zoom (motorized zoom) 0 function. * When mounting an existing Pentax-F Zoom lens, this camera al- Conversely, the larger CO the number, the more magnified the image appears. * Using a Pentax-FA zoom lens with this - 4 'arm camera can be used only in the manual mode. 0 z 0 2 Wideangle lows you to take...
... release button to use the power zoom (motorized zoom) 0 function. * When mounting an existing Pentax-F Zoom lens, this camera al- Conversely, the larger CO the number, the more magnified the image appears. * Using a Pentax-FA zoom lens with this - 4 'arm camera can be used only in the manual mode. 0 z 0 2 Wideangle lows you to take...
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... subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to manual; zooming can be operated manually using the same ring. Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body until the words [POWER ZOOM] are hidden. 2. 2 (DNI.LOONS) NOIIVII3d0 OISVS a 36 Mak% 28 4D5 010 CCS. 2. 36 Feria 18. 105 O Using the... manual zoom function * When the zoom ring is pulled towards the camera body, the zooming mode is switched to the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle). When switched to manual zooming,FA Zoom lenses work...
... subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to manual; zooming can be operated manually using the same ring. Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body until the words [POWER ZOOM] are hidden. 2. 2 (DNI.LOONS) NOIIVII3d0 OISVS a 36 Mak% 28 4D5 010 CCS. 2. 36 Feria 18. 105 O Using the... manual zoom function * When the zoom ring is pulled towards the camera body, the zooming mode is switched to the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle). When switched to manual zooming,FA Zoom lenses work...
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a table, tree, or the wall of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. IMO (3) HOLDING THE CAMERA Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly. * While taking a picture at slow shutter speeds of 1 /30 second or slower, or when using a ...instance. * When taking a picture, hold your breath and gently depress the shutter release button. (Sudden force on the shutter release button will cause camera shake, making the picture blurred.) * To reduce camera shake,support your body or the...
a table, tree, or the wall of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. IMO (3) HOLDING THE CAMERA Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly. * While taking a picture at slow shutter speeds of 1 /30 second or slower, or when using a ...instance. * When taking a picture, hold your breath and gently depress the shutter release button. (Sudden force on the shutter release button will cause camera shake, making the picture blurred.) * To reduce camera shake,support your body or the...
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... shutter release button is fixed (focus lock). Aim the camera again, and then depress the shutter release button to be released until the subject comes into focus. * Depress the shutter release button down fully. * When using the SMC Pentax-F Soft 85mm f/2.8 lens, set the aperture between f/2.8 ...the focus mode to predictive autofocus mode to measure the speed of a fast-moving subjects because of shutter release, to [SERVO,] the camera senses subject movement during the autofocus operation. To focus on wherever the subject may move. tive autofocus function. * The focus lock ...
... shutter release button is fixed (focus lock). Aim the camera again, and then depress the shutter release button to be released until the subject comes into focus. * Depress the shutter release button down fully. * When using the SMC Pentax-F Soft 85mm f/2.8 lens, set the aperture between f/2.8 ...the focus mode to predictive autofocus mode to measure the speed of a fast-moving subjects because of shutter release, to [SERVO,] the camera senses subject movement during the autofocus operation. To focus on wherever the subject may move. tive autofocus function. * The focus lock ...