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... unfolded for difficulties resulting from the Programmed AE mode. Spot metering - Please read this camera has a variety of Pentax autofocus SLR photography! The built-in flash 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 use the auto bracketing...
... unfolded for difficulties resulting from the Programmed AE mode. Spot metering - Please read this camera has a variety of Pentax autofocus SLR photography! The built-in flash 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 use the auto bracketing...
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...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-...Viewfinder indication 3 Easy to use ! (For beginner) 4 Camera and lens mount 6 Camera functions available 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 ...
...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-...Viewfinder indication 3 Easy to use ! (For beginner) 4 Camera and lens mount 6 Camera functions available 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 ...
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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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....) 8. Composing the scene with the red mark, and close the back cover. 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...
....) 8. Composing the scene with the red mark, and close the back cover. 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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... Compatibility Chart Mount type Lens type (A) KAF2-mount Pentax-FA lens (B) K.F-mount (C) K. change information between the camera and lens for power zoom. Pentax FA lenses incorporate new con- 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...
... Compatibility Chart Mount type Lens type (A) KAF2-mount Pentax-FA lens (B) K.F-mount (C) K. change information between the camera and lens for power zoom. Pentax FA lenses incorporate new con- 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...
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... X x x x x O*6 x O*6 x O x*7 x Notes: * 1. Lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2-8 or larger. (See AF Adapter instruction manual.) * 2. Manual focusing using the focus indicator (Fl) [ O in the viewfinder. * 3. Pentax-FA zoom lenses only. * 5. However, when the main switch is used . Exception of the multi(8)-segment metering pattern. weighted metering or spot metering is set...Approx. Lenses without lens information contacts), center- f-stop indication FA lens [KAF.] O - CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES WilMI Function Lens [Mount type] Autofocus (Lens only) (Lens ...
... X x x x x O*6 x O*6 x O x*7 x Notes: * 1. Lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2-8 or larger. (See AF Adapter instruction manual.) * 2. Manual focusing using the focus indicator (Fl) [ O in the viewfinder. * 3. Pentax-FA zoom lenses only. * 5. However, when the main switch is used . Exception of the multi(8)-segment metering pattern. weighted metering or spot metering is set...Approx. Lenses without lens information contacts), center- f-stop indication FA lens [KAF.] O - CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS LENSES WilMI Function Lens [Mount type] Autofocus (Lens only) (Lens ...
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SOME BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHY V. These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera: I and II, " BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)" and " BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)." NM HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections. • ...Be sure to read sections I . OTHER • If you to begin taking pictures with this camera - details can be found in the following sections, allowing you want to optimize the use of this new...
SOME BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PHOTOGRAPHY V. These sections introduce only the basic functions of the camera: I and II, " BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)" and " BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)." NM HOW TO USE THIS OPERATING MANUAL This manual is organized into the following sections. • ...Be sure to read sections I . OTHER • If you to begin taking pictures with this camera - details can be found in the following sections, allowing you want to optimize the use of this new...
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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. (1) ATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP SIM BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) I.
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n.10 - 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 warn you. ON -USER - OFF 4. USER - starts blinking, the shutter cannot be different ...
n.10 - 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 warn you. ON -USER - OFF 4. USER - starts blinking, the shutter cannot be different ...
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Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, at tach the lens to the camera body, and turn it . For storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. * Prevent unexpected operation of the FA zoom lens while you hear a click. * The body mount cap is at the factory. (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. ensure that the main switch is designed to the right until you are mounting it fully to protect the camera against scratches and dust at OFF
Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, at tach the lens to the camera body, and turn it . For storage, the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is available. * Prevent unexpected operation of the FA zoom lens while you hear a click. * The body mount cap is at the factory. (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. ensure that the main switch is designed to the right until you are mounting it fully to protect the camera against scratches and dust at OFF
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... it 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. Clean the contacts with the mount side facing upward. 3 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) O 3. Dirt...
... it 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. Clean the contacts with the mount side facing upward. 3 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) O 3. Dirt...
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... is 1.5D to the left or right until the autofocus frame ( 3 appears in the illustra- NM (4) ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER 3 0 0 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 . Aim the camera at a bright object.
... is 1.5D to the left or right until the autofocus frame ( 3 appears in the illustra- NM (4) ADJUSTING THE VIEWFINDER DIOPTER 3 0 0 BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 1 . Aim the camera at a bright object.
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...71r Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully down down fully (second position) allows you selected. However, available exposure modes differ depending on the Pentax function as you to learn where the first position is. * The exposure meter stays on the exposure meter and the autofocus mechanism. ... release button down half way (first position) turns on for about 10 seconds after the button is available. Depressing it down to prevent camera shake. * Before loading a roll of this position. [ OFF ]: OFF position (for Programmed AE mode. However, the desired exposure modes...
...71r Not pressed Pressed halfway Pressed fully down down fully (second position) allows you selected. However, available exposure modes differ depending on the Pentax function as you to learn where the first position is. * The exposure meter stays on the exposure meter and the autofocus mechanism. ... release button down half way (first position) turns on for about 10 seconds after the button is available. Depressing it down to prevent camera shake. * Before loading a roll of this position. [ OFF ]: OFF position (for Programmed AE mode. However, the desired exposure modes...
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.... Hold the film cartridge with its protruding end in. * Always load or unload a film in the photo. See page 106. * Before loading a film for the camera. This camera can set a DX-coded film speed within the range ISO 25 to 5000. * If you operate the... OBJECT WHILE LOADING FILM. * When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is automatically set for the first time after purchase, open the camera's back cover, slide the back cover release lever in the film chamber first and then push its operation. * THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINE-PRECISION MATERIAL...
.... Hold the film cartridge with its protruding end in. * Always load or unload a film in the photo. See page 106. * Before loading a film for the camera. This camera can set a DX-coded film speed within the range ISO 25 to 5000. * If you operate the... OBJECT WHILE LOADING FILM. * When DX-coded film is used, the correct film speed is automatically set for the first time after purchase, open the camera's back cover, slide the back cover release lever in the film chamber first and then push its operation. * THE SHUTTER CURTAINS ARE FINE-PRECISION MATERIAL...
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... blinking. 2. When you take important pictures, rewind the film when the film reaches the end of the frame. * Using the Pentax function, you can leave the rewound the film leader outside of frames on the LCD panel and the exposure counter counts frame numbers in... FILM 2 em0. 0 a BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) ) . After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. * When automatic rewinding 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. Then...
... blinking. 2. When you take important pictures, rewind the film when the film reaches the end of the frame. * Using the Pentax function, you can leave the rewound the film leader outside of frames on the LCD panel and the exposure counter counts frame numbers in... FILM 2 em0. 0 a BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) ) . After the last frame of the roll is exposed, the camera rewinds the film automatically. * When automatic rewinding 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. Then...
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...Available functions in the user position: Exposure mode Drive mode Light metering mode Built-in the [USER] position. In the User position, the camera automatically selects the best combination of automatic exposure modes and drive modes. However, when the [USER-SET] function is set NOT at A... position.) Aperture-Priority AE (Aperture ring is selected in the camera's main switch USER position, your desired functions can be set at A position.) Single frame film advance Multi(8)-segment metering Leading-shutter-curtainsync ...
...Available functions in the user position: Exposure mode Drive mode Light metering mode Built-in the [USER] position. In the User position, the camera automatically selects the best combination of automatic exposure modes and drive modes. However, when the [USER-SET] function is set NOT at A... position.) Aperture-Priority AE (Aperture ring is selected in the camera's main switch USER position, your desired functions can be set at A position.) Single frame film advance Multi(8)-segment metering Leading-shutter-curtainsync ...
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...) in the zoom scale window, the wider the angle. 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 a picture. * The smaller the number shown in the view... the zoom ring to the desired position and depress the shutter release button to use the power zoom (motorized zoom) 0 function. * When mounting an existing Pentax-F Zoom lens, this camera al- finder.
...) in the zoom scale window, the wider the angle. 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 a picture. * The smaller the number shown in the view... the zoom ring to the desired position and depress the shutter release button to use the power zoom (motorized zoom) 0 function. * When mounting an existing Pentax-F Zoom lens, this camera al- finder.
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... angle). Turning the power zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to the existing Pentax F lenses. 1. 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 manual; zooming can be operated manually using the same ring.
... angle). Turning the power zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to the existing Pentax F lenses. 1. 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 manual; zooming can be operated manually using the same ring.
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... vertically BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) For best results, be sure to avoid camera shake. a table, tree, or the wall of a building, for instance. * When taking a picture at slow shutter speeds of 1 /30 second or slower, or when using a ..., a tripod and optional "Cable switch F" are recommended. 1)\ O , * When using a ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to hold the camera correctly. * While taking a picture, hold your breath and gently depress the shutter release button. (Sudden force on the shutter release button will...
... vertically BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) For best results, be sure to avoid camera shake. a table, tree, or the wall of a building, for instance. * When taking a picture at slow shutter speeds of 1 /30 second or slower, or when using a ..., a tripod and optional "Cable switch F" are recommended. 1)\ O , * When using a ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to hold the camera correctly. * While taking a picture, hold your breath and gently depress the shutter release button. (Sudden force on the shutter release button will...
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The camera will 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 and f/4.5. While [ 0 ] is held in the Servo Autofocus Mode (Focus Mode Switch at the first picture...down halfway. Shooting in the Single Autofocus Mode (Focus Mode Lever at [SINGLE].) * The shutter cannot be at the consecutive mode, the camera focuses only the first picture. See "Using the Focus Lock Function." From the second picture, the pictures are taken consecutively with the drive...
The camera will 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 and f/4.5. While [ 0 ] is held in the Servo Autofocus Mode (Focus Mode Switch at the first picture...down halfway. Shooting in the Single Autofocus Mode (Focus Mode Lever at [SINGLE].) * The shutter cannot be at the consecutive mode, the camera focuses only the first picture. See "Using the Focus Lock Function." From the second picture, the pictures are taken consecutively with the drive...