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... parts are listed in Retractable TTLAuto Flash (RTF). We hope that you begin using it. Please read this remarkable camera for easy reference. PENTAX eft The names of the camera's functions and operations before you will enjoy taking memorable, high-quality pictures with this booklet with the flaps unfolded for many years to...
... parts are listed in Retractable TTLAuto Flash (RTF). We hope that you begin using it. Please read this remarkable camera for easy reference. PENTAX eft The names of the camera's functions and operations before you will enjoy taking memorable, high-quality pictures with this booklet with the flaps unfolded for many years to...
SF-1 Manual
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..., shutter release button and control switches CENTIC display panel Viewfinder display Usable film Film loading Setting an exposure mode with a Pentax-F lens Shooting in the Programmed AE mode Shooting in the Shutter-Priority AE mode Shooting in the Aperture-Priority AE mode ...) and 100 (1/100 sec.) settings Infrared index Depth of field Interchangeable focusing screens Strap and case Camera's compatibility with Pentax lenses Precautions on batteries Taking care of your camera Precautions on CENTIC panel's LCD display and backup circuits for LCD display Specifications Warranty policy 38--39 ...
..., shutter release button and control switches CENTIC display panel Viewfinder display Usable film Film loading Setting an exposure mode with a Pentax-F lens Shooting in the Programmed AE mode Shooting in the Shutter-Priority AE mode Shooting in the Aperture-Priority AE mode ...) and 100 (1/100 sec.) settings Infrared index Depth of field Interchangeable focusing screens Strap and case Camera's compatibility with Pentax lenses Precautions on batteries Taking care of your camera Precautions on CENTIC panel's LCD display and backup circuits for LCD display Specifications Warranty policy 38--39 ...
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...After adjusting the diopter of the eyepiece to the pages listed, before going on . (page 7) Since this camera. There are also many ways to shoot photographs with this camera is extremely simple. Attach a Pentax-F lens. (page 6) 3. However, it incorrectly. Perform the following operations, referring to your eyesight, insert ...it up or handle it will not operate properly if you want to use before you begin taking pictures with it is an auto-focus camera, taking pictures. Open the back cover and load the film. (pages 11.-13) 4. BEFORE SHOOTING REN-r"I` 00O O 0 1. ...
...After adjusting the diopter of the eyepiece to the pages listed, before going on . (page 7) Since this camera. There are also many ways to shoot photographs with this camera is extremely simple. Attach a Pentax-F lens. (page 6) 3. However, it incorrectly. Perform the following operations, referring to your eyesight, insert ...it up or handle it will not operate properly if you want to use before you begin taking pictures with it is an auto-focus camera, taking pictures. Open the back cover and load the film. (pages 11.-13) 4. BEFORE SHOOTING REN-r"I` 00O O 0 1. ...
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.... • 4 For this grip, use one 6V lithium battery (National/ Panasonic BR-P2Dp, Duracell DL-223A, Eveready EL2CR5 or Sanyo 2CR5). PREPARATIONS INSERTING BATTERY This camera comes equipped with the standard Lithium Battery Grip.
.... • 4 For this grip, use one 6V lithium battery (National/ Panasonic BR-P2Dp, Duracell DL-223A, Eveready EL2CR5 or Sanyo 2CR5). PREPARATIONS INSERTING BATTERY This camera comes equipped with the standard Lithium Battery Grip.
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...). The lens should be set down with the front lens side down, as illustrated. * If a Pentax-A or -M lens is mounted directly onto the camera, it counterclockwise while pressing the lens release lever toward the camera body. • Attach the front and rear lens caps on both sides. 3. To remove the lens...lens is recommended. 2. When mounting the lens by touch under dim light, method ® is already mounted on the mount surfaces of the camera and the lens. However, focusing must be used only in the tabs on the detached lens to protect it clockwise until the lens locks ...
...). The lens should be set down with the front lens side down, as illustrated. * If a Pentax-A or -M lens is mounted directly onto the camera, it counterclockwise while pressing the lens release lever toward the camera body. • Attach the front and rear lens caps on both sides. 3. To remove the lens...lens is recommended. 2. When mounting the lens by touch under dim light, method ® is already mounted on the mount surfaces of the camera and the lens. However, focusing must be used only in the tabs on the detached lens to protect it clockwise until the lens locks ...
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... 35.36 3 EXP coofilo Film cartridge 00C C000007000-61 Film speed (ISO rating) C 0 0 D -information DX-Coded film When DX-coded film is loaded in the camera, the ISO film speed is set the desired film speed. This type of the film used previously is changed continuously.
... 35.36 3 EXP coofilo Film cartridge 00C C000007000-61 Film speed (ISO rating) C 0 0 D -information DX-Coded film When DX-coded film is loaded in the camera, the ISO film speed is set the desired film speed. This type of the film used previously is changed continuously.
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... sunlight with your body. 1. FILM LOADING /7/ O .00 Always load or unload film 'n a shady spot, or shield it from scratches, stains, dirt and dust. Open the camera's back cover by sliding its upper part into the film chamber first.
... sunlight with your body. 1. FILM LOADING /7/ O .00 Always load or unload film 'n a shady spot, or shield it from scratches, stains, dirt and dust. Open the camera's back cover by sliding its upper part into the film chamber first.
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As illustrated, pull the film leader out until its end aligns with the film loading mark of the camera body. • Do not leave the film slack. • If the film leader is sharply bent, straighten it or cut it out before loading. // -2 a 0000000000000 171 : 000000000000000000 00 000000e 3. Film loaded slack O fi Film loaded flat O • 12
As illustrated, pull the film leader out until its end aligns with the film loading mark of the camera body. • Do not leave the film slack. • If the film leader is sharply bent, straighten it or cut it out before loading. // -2 a 0000000000000 171 : 000000000000000000 00 000000e 3. Film loaded slack O fi Film loaded flat O • 12
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... after the main switch is not loaded properly. The film-loaded mark lights up, and the film-advance and end-of film loaded in the camera can be checked in the film information window. • The film is advanced to the next frame. Open the back cover and reload the film...
... after the main switch is not loaded properly. The film-loaded mark lights up, and the film-advance and end-of film loaded in the camera can be checked in the film information window. • The film is advanced to the next frame. Open the back cover and reload the film...
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... three Programmed AE modes suitable for Program Depth. Programmed Auto Exposure System The camera automatically selects the optimum combination of them for standard shooting and in combination with SMC Pentax-F or -A lenses. The Programmed AE modes free you from complicated exposure controls and allow you to concentrate on the subject, so take...
... three Programmed AE modes suitable for Program Depth. Programmed Auto Exposure System The camera automatically selects the optimum combination of them for standard shooting and in combination with SMC Pentax-F or -A lenses. The Programmed AE modes free you from complicated exposure controls and allow you to concentrate on the subject, so take...
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.... ,„„ NOERfMflAL „ F 1.4 Programmed AE Mode Warnings If the subject is too bright or too dark, the viewfinder and CENTIC indicators blink to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for more detailed information on warnings.) • When the Normal Program mode is recommended to warn you press the shutter release...
.... ,„„ NOERfMflAL „ F 1.4 Programmed AE Mode Warnings If the subject is too bright or too dark, the viewfinder and CENTIC indicators blink to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for more detailed information on warnings.) • When the Normal Program mode is recommended to warn you press the shutter release...
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...such as sports and wildlife photography. When the macro setting of a zoom lens is used , the camera automatically selects the Normal Program Standard mode. When an SMC Pentax-A lens is also automatically switched when the focal length of the zoom lens changes. Normal Program Sub...Tele [ • ] Focal length of lens Shorter than 40mm Between 40mm and 110mm Longer than 110mm Program Action Mode I This mode is selected, the camera automatically sets one of the sub-modes (Wide [ 1. Normapl Program Mode PROGRAM. 250 i_NoESAL ] 1 FS.6 When the Normal Program mode is programmed to...
...such as sports and wildlife photography. When the macro setting of a zoom lens is used , the camera automatically selects the Normal Program Standard mode. When an SMC Pentax-A lens is also automatically switched when the focal length of the zoom lens changes. Normal Program Sub...Tele [ • ] Focal length of lens Shorter than 40mm Between 40mm and 110mm Longer than 110mm Program Action Mode I This mode is selected, the camera automatically sets one of the sub-modes (Wide [ 1. Normapl Program Mode PROGRAM. 250 i_NoESAL ] 1 FS.6 When the Normal Program mode is programmed to...
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... to capture a fastmoving subject (as in sports) as well as for a perfect exposure. To select a faster shutter speed, slide the select switch to set , the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture according to select a slower shutter speed. If any other indicator on the panel lights up, use the mode/drive switch...
... to capture a fastmoving subject (as in sports) as well as for a perfect exposure. To select a faster shutter speed, slide the select switch to set , the camera automatically selects an appropriate aperture according to select a slower shutter speed. If any other indicator on the panel lights up, use the mode/drive switch...
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If this occurs, shift the shutter speed either to a faster setting (toward "2000") or to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for the selected shutter speed. When you . When selecting a shutter speed of 1/30 second or slower (shown by the orange indicators ...
If this occurs, shift the shutter speed either to a faster setting (toward "2000") or to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for the selected shutter speed. When you . When selecting a shutter speed of 1/30 second or slower (shown by the orange indicators ...
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..., the CENTIC panel confirms it by activating its [AUTO] , [a] and [F--] indicators. If the camera is set this mode for photographing subjects in combination with SMC Pentax-F, -A, -M and SMC Pentax lenses. Aperture-Priority AE Mode Once the desired aperture is set at any other mode, use the... mode/drive switch and the select switch to set , the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed according...
..., the CENTIC panel confirms it by activating its [AUTO] , [a] and [F--] indicators. If the camera is set this mode for photographing subjects in combination with SMC Pentax-F, -A, -M and SMC Pentax lenses. Aperture-Priority AE Mode Once the desired aperture is set at any other mode, use the... mode/drive switch and the select switch to set , the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed according...
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...) ; • AUTO ■ „ ,„ r DX sa...1) Aperture-Priority AE Mode Warnings When the subject is recommended to a larger one (toward f/1.4, etc.) or to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for more detailed information on warnings.) 23. MODE 1O 2. Turn the aperture ring either to a smaller f-number (toward f/22, etc.) until...
...) ; • AUTO ■ „ ,„ r DX sa...1) Aperture-Priority AE Mode Warnings When the subject is recommended to a larger one (toward f/1.4, etc.) or to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for more detailed information on warnings.) 23. MODE 1O 2. Turn the aperture ring either to a smaller f-number (toward f/22, etc.) until...
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... ► F--- • C 1. When you press the shutter release button halfway down, the viewfinder displays "M" and a shutter speed. If, as illustrated above, two indicators - If the camera is also possible to the exposure meter's reading. If the correct exposure cannot be obtained this way, reset the shutter speed. • 24
... ► F--- • C 1. When you press the shutter release button halfway down, the viewfinder displays "M" and a shutter speed. If, as illustrated above, two indicators - If the camera is also possible to the exposure meter's reading. If the correct exposure cannot be obtained this way, reset the shutter speed. • 24
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... indicators in =1 3. 11111111111111111111 Er"-" 41. 10 3 2 ro 22 rt3 5. •••.1 in the viewfinder, the use of a flash or tripod is recommended to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for more detailed information on warnings.) 25. Turn the aperture ring either to a smaller f-number (toward f/1.4, etc.) or to a larger f-number...
... indicators in =1 3. 11111111111111111111 Er"-" 41. 10 3 2 ro 22 rt3 5. •••.1 in the viewfinder, the use of a flash or tripod is recommended to avoid camera shake. (See page 26 for more detailed information on warnings.) 25. Turn the aperture ring either to a smaller f-number (toward f/1.4, etc.) or to a larger f-number...
SF-1 Manual
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.... • The out-of shutter speed and aperture cannot be used even if it is too dark, you will have to be measured with the camera's built-in the table at left indicates blinking.
.... • The out-of shutter speed and aperture cannot be used even if it is too dark, you will have to be measured with the camera's built-in the table at left indicates blinking.
SF-1 Manual
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.... • The Eyecup F cannot be used in combination with an optional viewfinder accessory such as options. To adjust the diopter, point the camera to your eyesight before using the camera. Adjust the diopter to a bright area without focusing. The diopter adjustment range is between -1.5 and +1.5 diopters. • SMC Diopter Correction Lenses-M are...
.... • The Eyecup F cannot be used in combination with an optional viewfinder accessory such as options. To adjust the diopter, point the camera to your eyesight before using the camera. Adjust the diopter to a bright area without focusing. The diopter adjustment range is between -1.5 and +1.5 diopters. • SMC Diopter Correction Lenses-M are...