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NAMES OF WORKING PARTS I 1 OCIIITAX 0/ 0of Coa O Select switch O Shutter release button O LCD panel (p.6) O Main switch (p.20) O Hot shoe (p.77) O Built-in flash (p.37) O Flash pop-up button (p.38) O Mode dial O Drive mode switch (p.47) CD Strap lug (p.13) Release socket (p.67) • Multi-function button (p.42,69) ® Back cover release lever (p.22) D Mid-roll rewind button (p.26) O Focus mode switch (p.33,49) (I) Mirror ffi AF coupler eO Lens information contacts Lens lock button (p.19) O Lens mount index (p.18)
NAMES OF WORKING PARTS I 1 OCIIITAX 0/ 0of Coa O Select switch O Shutter release button O LCD panel (p.6) O Main switch (p.20) O Hot shoe (p.77) O Built-in flash (p.37) O Flash pop-up button (p.38) O Mode dial O Drive mode switch (p.47) CD Strap lug (p.13) Release socket (p.67) • Multi-function button (p.42,69) ® Back cover release lever (p.22) D Mid-roll rewind button (p.26) O Focus mode switch (p.33,49) (I) Mirror ffi AF coupler eO Lens information contacts Lens lock button (p.19) O Lens mount index (p.18)
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...you cannot correct the problems, have your picture with rain, water, or any other object. • Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accu- PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is taken from rain, splashing water, or any changes in contact with a margin of fungus. Store it to... in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzene to prevent the growth of safety at a Pentax service center. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any other liquid, because the camera is minimized...
...you cannot correct the problems, have your picture with rain, water, or any other object. • Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accu- PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA Your Pentax camera is taken from rain, splashing water, or any changes in contact with a margin of fungus. Store it to... in places where the humidity and temperature are very high, such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzene to prevent the growth of safety at a Pentax service center. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any other liquid, because the camera is minimized...
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... Flash Functions. p.47 Taking a group photograph. p.36 Changing the in a open place such as a church or reception hall. p.56 Taking a portrait photograph. p.82 Zooming the lens Making a subject larger or smaller. p.81 Taking a picture of night scenery. p.62 Flash photography Taking a picture in the background. p.82 Landscape photography 14 Taking a picture...
... Flash Functions. p.47 Taking a group photograph. p.36 Changing the in a open place such as a church or reception hall. p.56 Taking a portrait photograph. p.82 Zooming the lens Making a subject larger or smaller. p.81 Taking a picture of night scenery. p.62 Flash photography Taking a picture in the background. p.82 Landscape photography 14 Taking a picture...
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BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Attaching the camera strap Loading the batteries • When the battery is exhausted Attaching the lens Operating the shutter release button 13-26 13 14 17 18 20 Turning on the power 20 Using the Data Back 21 Film loading 22 ...
BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) Attaching the camera strap Loading the batteries • When the battery is exhausted Attaching the lens Operating the shutter release button 13-26 13 14 17 18 20 Turning on the power 20 Using the Data Back 21 Film loading 22 ...
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... page 18.) 4. Loading the batteries 2. Be sure to set . Turn the lens to I GM 1 . (See page 28.). The Green Operation Mode will be set the lens aperture ring to the markings ( , -) on the battery chamber cover. (See... power Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin. Turning on the lens and camera. Positioning the aperture ring 35 00 0 0 0( A 216 118 XIALN3d While holding down the aperture A-lock ...button, turn the lens aper ture ring to ON. (See page 20.) 5. OFF' ON al al a Tv Av J S ...
... page 18.) 4. Loading the batteries 2. Be sure to set . Turn the lens to I GM 1 . (See page 28.). The Green Operation Mode will be set the lens aperture ring to the markings ( , -) on the battery chamber cover. (See... power Open the battery chamber cover by using a coin. Turning on the lens and camera. Positioning the aperture ring 35 00 0 0 0( A 216 118 XIALN3d While holding down the aperture A-lock ...button, turn the lens aper ture ring to ON. (See page 20.) 5. OFF' ON al al a Tv Av J S ...
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F lens _K.,, *1 , , *5 A lens [K.: x *3 *5 M lens [lc_ *2 * 3 "* 5 r'...*2 '.*6 Function Lens .Mount type. Autofocus i Lens only) Lens with AF Adapter 1.7X) Manual focus with Fl: *4 with the aperture ring set your desired f 'stop. 1. 1M CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS...a correct exposure may not be obtained because the camera always set the maximum aperture even if you set other than the A position. When a lens without the A position on the aperture ring is attached with Matte field , Power zoom Image size tracking Zoom clip Auto zoom effect Picture Mode ...
F lens _K.,, *1 , , *5 A lens [K.: x *3 *5 M lens [lc_ *2 * 3 "* 5 r'...*2 '.*6 Function Lens .Mount type. Autofocus i Lens only) Lens with AF Adapter 1.7X) Manual focus with Fl: *4 with the aperture ring set your desired f 'stop. 1. 1M CAMERA FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH VARIOUS...a correct exposure may not be obtained because the camera always set the maximum aperture even if you set other than the A position. When a lens without the A position on the aperture ring is attached with Matte field , Power zoom Image size tracking Zoom clip Auto zoom effect Picture Mode ...
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.... • The A, F, and FA lenses have the A position on existing K-mount lenses. • The screw mount lens CANNOT be used to this camera because correct exposures will not be obtained. * 3. As an F and FA Soft lens do not have "A" (auto) position on the aperture ring, a correct exposure may not be obtained. Notes: * 1.
.... • The A, F, and FA lenses have the A position on existing K-mount lenses. • The screw mount lens CANNOT be used to this camera because correct exposures will not be obtained. * 3. As an F and FA Soft lens do not have "A" (auto) position on the aperture ring, a correct exposure may not be obtained. Notes: * 1.
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...7 rolls about 8 hours Battery Life using 24 exposure film rolls at CM without a lens attached. Battery Life itsimi 24 exposure film rolls at 20 C. 68 F General existing light photography about ...100 rolls Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography ( using flash 100% of the battery. Actual battery life...when the mode dial is set at 10 , 14 General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography (using flash 100 0i) of the times) about 25 rolls about...
...7 rolls about 8 hours Battery Life using 24 exposure film rolls at CM without a lens attached. Battery Life itsimi 24 exposure film rolls at 20 C. 68 F General existing light photography about ...100 rolls Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography ( using flash 100% of the battery. Actual battery life...when the mode dial is set at 10 , 14 General existing light photography Flash photography (using flash 50% of the times) Flash photography (using flash 100 0i) of the times) about 25 rolls about...
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... (PREPARATION) 1. the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is designed to prevent unexpected operation of the lens. Remove the body mount cap 0 and rear lens cap 0 as shown in the OFF position before attaching a lens to protect the camera against scratches and dust at the factory. For storage. Align the red dots on... the camera and lens mount, attach the lens to the camera body, and turn it fully to the right until you hear a click. • Ensure that the camera's main switch is in ...
... (PREPARATION) 1. the optional accessory "Body Mount Cap K" is designed to prevent unexpected operation of the lens. Remove the body mount cap 0 and rear lens cap 0 as shown in the OFF position before attaching a lens to protect the camera against scratches and dust at the factory. For storage. Align the red dots on... the camera and lens mount, attach the lens to the camera body, and turn it fully to the right until you hear a click. • Ensure that the camera's main switch is in ...
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...; We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of the lens against damage after removal, be sure to set the lens down with a soft, dry cloth. * How to remove To remove the lens, turn it to the electrical system. dirt, dust, or corrosion may cause damage... to the left while depressing the lens-lock-release button. • To protect the contacts and AF coupler of lenses made by other manufacturers. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Clean the contacts with the ...
...; We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of the lens against damage after removal, be sure to set the lens down with a soft, dry cloth. * How to remove To remove the lens, turn it to the electrical system. dirt, dust, or corrosion may cause damage... to the left while depressing the lens-lock-release button. • To protect the contacts and AF coupler of lenses made by other manufacturers. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Clean the contacts with the ...
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... set to the [ A I A ] position, turn the aperture ring while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. If the aperture ring is set 1. II. BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) (1) USING THE GREEN OPERATION MODE OEM 5 2m PENTAX 35 - 8U 35 0000000 0 cx; -O u nnnim m s A 16 11 8 5-64 -4 MAL N 3d z "c7i For easy picture taking...
... set to the [ A I A ] position, turn the aperture ring while holding down the aperture-A lock button on the lens. If the aperture ring is set 1. II. BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) (1) USING THE GREEN OPERATION MODE OEM 5 2m PENTAX 35 - 8U 35 0000000 0 cx; -O u nnnim m s A 16 11 8 5-64 -4 MAL N 3d z "c7i For easy picture taking...
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... Image Size Tracking Mode, Zoom Clip Mode, Auto Zoom Effect Mode and Power Zoom function do not operate with this camera even if an FA lens is attached. DNI100HS NOIIVIDd0 OISVS MED P• .6- • • Telephoto ',. (3) USING ZOOM LENSES Using the zoom function makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) or smaller...
... Image Size Tracking Mode, Zoom Clip Mode, Auto Zoom Effect Mode and Power Zoom function do not operate with this camera even if an FA lens is attached. DNI100HS NOIIVIDd0 OISVS MED P• .6- • • Telephoto ',. (3) USING ZOOM LENSES Using the zoom function makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) or smaller...
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L- *'" 5 2/ ifltl 28755801 PENTAX 28-80 0C001000( 80 FIf 28 ---, 28I A22 16 11 8 56 3.5 [IC Using the manual zoom function with an FA zoom lens attached Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body until the wards [POWER ZOOM] are hidden. " c's e PINTAX 35-80 00000 A 16 118 5.64 XVJ.N3d Turning the zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle).
L- *'" 5 2/ ifltl 28755801 PENTAX 28-80 0C001000( 80 FIf 28 ---, 28I A22 16 11 8 56 3.5 [IC Using the manual zoom function with an FA zoom lens attached Pull the power zoom ring toward the camera body until the wards [POWER ZOOM] are hidden. " c's e PINTAX 35-80 00000 A 16 118 5.64 XVJ.N3d Turning the zoom ring to the right makes the subject appear larger (telephoto) and turning it to the left makes the subject appear smaller (wide angle).
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For example, 1 . 50 of second when the focal length is 50mm, and 1 . 100 of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. • Although there are individual differences among photographers, in general the shutter speed for instance. • When using an ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than this..., tree, or a wall for a hand held vertically ON11OOHS NOI1VH3dO DISV8 • Hold the camera firmly with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations. • While taking a picture, hold your body or the camera on a solid object -
For example, 1 . 50 of second when the focal length is 50mm, and 1 . 100 of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid camera shake. • Although there are individual differences among photographers, in general the shutter speed for instance. • When using an ultra-telephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than this..., tree, or a wall for a hand held vertically ON11OOHS NOI1VH3dO DISV8 • Hold the camera firmly with your left hand supporting the camera and lens as shown in the illustrations. • While taking a picture, hold your body or the camera on a solid object -
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(9NIIOOHS) NOIIVId3d0 9ISV8 (5) SELECTING THE AUTOFOCUS MODEM= Ezai -liF AF 0 O Set the focus mode switch to [ AF ]. • When you depress the shutter release button halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. • See page 49 for manual focusing.
(9NIIOOHS) NOIIVId3d0 9ISV8 (5) SELECTING THE AUTOFOCUS MODEM= Ezai -liF AF 0 O Set the focus mode switch to [ AF ]. • When you depress the shutter release button halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. • See page 49 for manual focusing.
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When the shutter release button is emitted. graph. pressed halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. 2. cator [0 lights up and an audible PCV beep- When the subject is in the photo- •. MIME. MINN Co C) -0 • • • • e O 2 O O 2 (6) TAKING A PICTURE Set the focus mode switch to r AF . 1. Focus on the subject with the autofocus frame [C i indicated in red in focus, the focus indi- ing signal is de-
When the shutter release button is emitted. graph. pressed halfway down, the lens automatically focuses. 2. cator [0 lights up and an audible PCV beep- When the subject is in the photo- •. MIME. MINN Co C) -0 • • • • e O 2 O O 2 (6) TAKING A PICTURE Set the focus mode switch to r AF . 1. Focus on the subject with the autofocus frame [C i indicated in red in focus, the focus indi- ing signal is de-
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... the built-in flash starts charging automatically. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the flash. • The built-in flash is used, using a lens hood is depressed half- (DNILOOHS) NOLIV83dO 0ISVEI ill e'er ICILAS YO I ;
... the built-in flash starts charging automatically. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the flash. • The built-in flash is used, using a lens hood is depressed half- (DNILOOHS) NOLIV83dO 0ISVEI ill e'er ICILAS YO I ;
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... 2.3 - 9.2ft 2.3-13.1ft ' approx. 0.7 - 2.4m ' 0.7- 4.0m 2.3 - 7.9ft ' 2.3-13.1ft approx. 0.7 - 2.0m • 0.7- 4.0m' 2 3 - 6.6ft • 2.3-13 lft The effective range of the lens is in use . When a subject is shot at a distance closer than 0.7m 2.6ft the correct exposure cannot be obtained, and you will see page 71.... • The minimum effective range is always 0.7m 2.6ft even if a lens with a maximum aperture f 2.8 or smaller is in use . A lens with a maximum aperture of f 1 .4 is marked as 1:1.4 on the maxi mum aperture of the flash depends on ...
... 2.3 - 9.2ft 2.3-13.1ft ' approx. 0.7 - 2.4m ' 0.7- 4.0m 2.3 - 7.9ft ' 2.3-13.1ft approx. 0.7 - 2.0m • 0.7- 4.0m' 2 3 - 6.6ft • 2.3-13 lft The effective range of the lens is in use . When a subject is shot at a distance closer than 0.7m 2.6ft the correct exposure cannot be obtained, and you will see page 71.... • The minimum effective range is always 0.7m 2.6ft even if a lens with a maximum aperture f 2.8 or smaller is in use . A lens with a maximum aperture of f 1 .4 is marked as 1:1.4 on the maxi mum aperture of the flash depends on ...
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41 Inappropriate lens warning when the built-in the picture corners or semicircular vignetting at the bottom of the picture. • When lenses other than an F or FA are used When using an inappropriate F- lens, 14 ] will blink in the viewfinder and on COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH, see page 72. • Taking a picture while this warning is displayed may cause vignetting in flash is depressed halfway down. For more details on the LCD panel when the shutter release button is used , this warning will not appear. (ONIIOOHS) NOI1V83dO OISVEI or FA-
41 Inappropriate lens warning when the built-in the picture corners or semicircular vignetting at the bottom of the picture. • When lenses other than an F or FA are used When using an inappropriate F- lens, 14 ] will blink in the viewfinder and on COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH, see page 72. • Taking a picture while this warning is displayed may cause vignetting in flash is depressed halfway down. For more details on the LCD panel when the shutter release button is used , this warning will not appear. (ONIIOOHS) NOI1V83dO OISVEI or FA-
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... by taking the photo in a brighter light condition or by shooting with a wider angle lens at a closer distance, or by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the built-in the print. When using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the camera, it may also help to turn out reddish...
... by taking the photo in a brighter light condition or by shooting with a wider angle lens at a closer distance, or by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the built-in the print. When using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the camera, it may also help to turn out reddish...