HOYA CORPORATION PENTAX Imaging Systems Division 2-35-7, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.jp) SLR Digital Camera PENTAX Europe Imaging 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, Systems S.A.S. FRANCE (European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (France - http://www.pentax.fr) PENTAX Imaging Systems Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg, GmbH GERMANY (http://www.pentax.
Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX X Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities. Lenses you can use In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an s (Auto) position on the aperture ring. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.59 and p.337.
To users of this camera • Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation. • The liquid crystal panel used in the monitor is manufactured using extremely high precision technology.
2 • Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods. • Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or mouth. • Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the use of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical attention immediately.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause equipment breakdown. • Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Attempting to charge other types of batteries may cause an explosion or heating, or may damage the battery charger. About the Battery Warning • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately.
4 3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or SD Memory Cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep them out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed. Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any rain or water drops. • Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause it to break or malfunction. • Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using a tripod. Cleaning Your Camera • Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, or benzine.
6 Contents For Using Your Camera Safely.............................................................1 Care to be Taken During Handling .......................................................4 Contents ...............................................................................................6 Composition of the Operating Manual ................................................13 Before Using Your Camera 15 X Characteristics .................................................................
Initial Settings .............................................................................. 63 Setting the Display Language.............................................................63 Setting the Date and Time ..................................................................67 Basic Operations 69 Basic Shooting Operation ........................................................... 70 Holding the Camera............................................................................
8 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake .......................................................................................... 139 Using the Shake Reduction Function ...............................................139 Shooting with Self-timer....................................................................143 Shooting with Remote Control (Optional) .........................................145 Shooting with the Mirror Lock-up Function .......................................
Shooting Settings 199 Setting a File Format ................................................................. 200 Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels ...................................................200 Setting the JPEG Quality Level ........................................................201 Setting a File Format ........................................................................202 Setting the White Balance ......................................................... 205 Fine-tuning the White Balance.
10 Rotating Images ......................................................................... 249 Deleting Multiple Images ........................................................... 250 Deleting Selected Images.................................................................250 Deleting a Folder ..............................................................................252 Deleting All Images...........................................................................
Setting the Guide Display Time ........................................................293 Setting the Initial Menu Tab Displayed .............................................294 Setting the Status Screen Display ....................................................295 Setting the Display for Instant Review ..............................................296 Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor ............................................297 Adjusting the Color of the Monitor ...............................
12 Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert)........................................................................................341 Removing Dust with a Blower...........................................................343 Optional Accessories ................................................................ 345 Error Messages .......................................................................... 351 Troubleshooting.........................................................................
13 Composition of the Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using Your Camera Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names and functions of various parts. 2 Getting Started Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions. 3 Basic Operations Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures.
14 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. 1 Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation. Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera.
1 Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and the names and functions of working parts before use. X Characteristics ..........................................16 Checking the Contents of the Package ..............18 Names and Functions of Working Parts ............19 Display Indicators ................................................24 How to Change Function Settings ......................39 Using the Mode Dial .............................................
16 1 X Characteristics Before Using Your Camera • Features a 23.7×15.7 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 16.28 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. • Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type. • Features an AF sensor with 11 focusing points. The central 9 focusing points are wide cross area sensors.
Shake Reduction (SR) Shake Reduction (SR) on the X features a PENTAX original system which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds, compensating for camera shake. The camera may generate some operating noise when it is shaken, such as when changing the composition of a picture. This is normal and not a malfunction.
18 Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included.
Names and Functions of Working Parts Built-in flash Strap lug Hot shoe Strap lug Self-timer lamp /Remote control receiver Lens mount index Lens unlock button Speaker Microphone Viewfinder X-sync socket Mirror AF coupler Lens information contacts Diopter adjustment lever LCD Panel Image plane indicator Microphone terminal mini HDMI terminal (Type C) PC/AV terminal DC input terminal Terminal cover Monitor Tripod socket Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Cable release terminal Card access lamp Ba
20 Capture Mode Functions of buttons, dials and levers used during shooting are noted. 1 7 Before Using Your Camera 1 2 3 8 9 4 0 5 a 6 b c e f g h i j k l m d 1 m button Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing this button to set the EV compensation value. (p.119) 2 o button Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing this button to set the ISO sensitivity. (p.95) 3 Shutter release button Press to capture images. (p.72) 4 Main switch Move to turn the power on/off (p.62) or to preview (p.135).
21 7 E button Press to pop up the built-in flash. (p.79) 8 Mode dial lock button 9 Mode dial Switches the exposure modes. (p.45) 0 Metering mode switching lever Changes the metering method. (p.117) a |/Y button You can assign a function to this button. (p.285) b Focus mode lever Switches between autofocus modes (l/k) (p.122) and manual focus mode (p.132). c Q button Switches to Playback mode. (p.83) d M button Turns the status screen display on the monitor on/off. (p.
22 l Four-way controller (2345) 1 Before Using Your Camera Displays the Drive Mode/Flash Mode/White Balance/Custom Image setup menu. (p.88) When the control panel or a menu screen is displayed, use this to move the cursor or change items. When the AF point switching dial is set to j (Select), use this to move the AF point. (p.128) m 3 button Displays the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.89). Next, press the four-way controller (5) to display other menus.
23 1 m button Press in the enlarged view to increase the magnification. (p.237) 2 Shutter release button 3 Main switch Move to turn the camera on and off. (p.62) Set to the | position to switch to Capture mode and preview. 4 Front e-dial (R) Use this to display the next or previous image. 5 i button Press to delete images. (p.84) 6 Q button Press to switch to Capture mode. 7 M button Press to display the shooting information on the monitor. (p.
24 Display Indicators Monitor 1 Before Using Your Camera The various information appears on the monitor depending on the status of the camera. Monitor The brightness and the color of the monitor can be adjusted. (p.297, p.298) At Start-up or when Operating the Mode Dial Guides appear on the monitor for 3 seconds (default setting) when the camera is switched on or the mode dial is turned. 1 2 P Program Automatic Exposure RAW RAW AF Cancel AF 09/09/2010 3 1 2 Exposure Mode (p.
25 Capture Mode While shooting, the status screen is displayed showing the current shooting function settings. You can change the type of the screen displayed by pressing the M button. 1 P AF.S ISO AUTO F 2.8 M ISO ±0.0 ±0±0 1600 ISO AUTO Setting Adjustment Range AUTO OFF OFF -5 4 3 2 1 200-1600 OFF 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB [ JPEG 16M JPEG 11 OFF HDR OFF OFF 16M [ 37] Status screen 37] Control panel M M M Blank Electronic level display [Electronic Level] is P (Off) by default.
26 Status screen (All items are displayed here for explanatory purposes. The actual display may differ.) P USER 1 Before Using Your Camera ISO 1 AF.S SHIFT 1/ 2000 F 2.8 +1.0 G1A1 1600 AUTO -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB JPEG 16M [1234] 1 2 3 Exposure Mode (p.100) AE Lock (p.121) Interval Shooting (p.152)/Multiexposure (p.155)/Extended Bracketing (p.160)/Digital Filter (p.162)/HDR Capture (p.215) 4 Shake Reduction (p.140)/ Horizon Correction (p.140) 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Focus Mode (p.
27 Control panel Press the M button in the status screen to display the control panel and change settings. ISO AUTO Setting Adjustment Range AUTO 200-1600 OFF OFF OFF OFF JPEG 11 HDR OFF OFF 16M [ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 37] Function name ISO AUTO Setting (p.96) AUTO AF Point Setting (p.127) Highlight Correction (p.214) Shadow Correction (p.214) Distortion Correction (p.218) Lateral Chromatic Aberration Adjustment (p.218) Cross Processing (p.225) Extended Bracketing (p.
28 Electronic level display 1 Before Using Your Camera This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level. When [Electronic Level] is set to O (On), press the M button while the control panel is displayed to view the electronic level. When [Electronic Level] is assigned to the |/Y button, press the |/Y button to switch the display on/off.
29 When holding the camera vertically If the camera is held vertically while measuring the brightness, the status screen or control panel is displayed vertically. The directions of the four-way controller (2345) also change to match the orientation of the camera. To always display the contents of the screen horizontally, set in [Status Screen] of the [R Set-up 1] menu. (p.
30 The type of information display that is shown first during playback is the same as that of the last playback in the previous session. If [Playback Info Display] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.312) of the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu, the [Standard] screen is always displayed first when the camera is turned on. 1 Before Using Your Camera Detailed information display Use the four-way controller (23) to switch between pages. Page 1 Still Picture P AF.A 1/ 2000 F2.8 ISO 200 JPEG 16M 100-0001 24mm ON +1.
31 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Highlight Correction (p.214) Shadow Correction (p.214) Distortion Correction (p.218) Lateral Chromatic Aberration Adjustment (p.218) 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Aperture value EV Compensation (p.119) Flash Exposure Compensation (p.82) Sensitivity (p.95) White Balance (p.205) White Balance fine-tuning (p.207) File Format (p.202) Recorded Pixels (p.171, p.200) Quality Level (p.171, p.201) Color Space (p.
32 1 Histogram display The following histograms can be displayed when playing back still pictures. The “Brightness histogram” shows the distribution of brightness and the “RGB histogram” shows the distribution of color intensity. Press the four-way controller (23) to switch between “Brightness histogram” and “RGB histogram”. Before Using Your Camera 1 2 3 4 100-0001 AE-L RAW 2 3 100-0001 423 11 5 23 5 1/ 2000 6 7 1 1/ 2000 9 10 6 Brightness histogram 1 2 3 4 5 6 13 F5.
33 Using the Histogram 1 Adjusting Exposure (p.119) 1 Adjusting Brightness (p.214) Understanding Brightness When the brightness is correct and there are no overly bright or dark areas, the graph peaks in the middle. If the image is too dark, the peak is on the left side, and if it is too bright, the peak is on the right side.
34 Guide Indicators The following indicators appear on the monitor to indicate the keys, buttons and e-dials that can be operated at that time.
35 Viewfinder The following information appears in the viewfinder. 2 3 1 4 5 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 AF frame (p.61) Spot metering frame (p.118) AF point (p.127) Flash indicator (p.77) Lit: when the flash is available. Blinks: when the flash is recommended but not set or is being charged. Focus Mode (p.132) Appears when the focus mode is set to \. Shutter speed Underlined when the shutter speed can be adjusted.
36 10 11 1 Before Using Your Camera 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ISO/ISO AUTO Appears when the sensitivity is displayed. Sensitivity/Remaining image storage capacity Underlined when the sensitivity can be adjusted. Displays the number of recordable images immediately after shooting. Displays the compensation value while adjusting the EV compensation. Displays the amount of deviation from the correct exposure when the exposure mode is set to a or M and [Electronic Level] is set to O (On). (p.
37 LCD Panel The following information appears in the LCD panel on top of the camera. 3 4 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 2 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Shutter speed/ Countdown of Noise Reduction processing time (p.98) Aperture value nr : Noise Reduction is activated (p.98) Multi-exposure (p.155) Mirror Lock-up Shooting (p.149) EV bar (p.119)/ Electronic Level (p.38) EV Compensation (p.119)/ Exposure Bracketing (p.157) Battery level (p.52) Flash Exposure Compensation (p.
38 Electronic level display When the camera is not level, a bar graph indicating the horizontal camera angle is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. 1 Before Using Your Camera When level (at 0°) When tilted 5° to the left When held vertically and tilted 3° to the right • [Electronic Level] is P (Off) by default. Set in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu. (p.299) • The composition can also be adjusted in the camera when the camera is stabilized using a tripod. (p.
How to Change Function Settings 39 Using the Direct Keys In Capture mode, you can set Drive Mode, Flash Mode, White Balance and Custom Image by pressing the four-way controller (2345). (p.88) Below, how to set [Flash Mode] is explained as an example. 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Capture mode. The [Flash Mode] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a flash mode. Flash Mode Flash On 0.0 MENU Cancel 3 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture.
40 While direct key operation is enabled, the guide indicators for the direct keys are displayed in blue (when [Status Screen] (p.295) in the [R Set-up 1] menu is set to [Display Color 1]). Direct key operation is not available when the AF point switching dial is set to j and the AF point is being changed. In such cases, press and hold the 4 button. (p.129) 1 Before Using Your Camera Using the Control Panel While shooting, the current settings can be checked on the status screen.
3 41 Use the front e-dial (R) or rear e-dial (S) to change the setting. JPEG Quality ISO AUTO 200-1600 OFF OFF OFF OFF HDR OFF OFF 16M [ 4 37] Press the 3 button. The camera returns to the status screen and is ready to take a picture. • Press the 4 button in Step 3 to display the detailed setting screen for the selected item. Make the detailed settings for functions such as Extended Bracketing and Digital Filter on the detailed setting screen.
42 Using the Menus 1 Before Using Your Camera This section explains how to use the menus: [A Rec. Mode], [Q Playback], [R Set-up] and [A Custom Setting] menus. Following, how to set [Program Line] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu is explained as an example. 1 Press the 3 button in Capture mode. The [A Rec. Mode 1] menu appears on the monitor. If the 3 button is pressed in Playback mode, the [Q Playback 1] menu appears.
4 43 Press the four-way controller (5). 5 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a setting. ISO NR AUTO NR AUTO sRGB PEF 1 2 3 4 5 D-Range Setting ISO AUTO Setting High-ISO NR Slow Shutter Speed NR Program Line Color Space RAW File Format MENU Cancel ISO NR AUTO NR ON sRGB PEF OK OK Press the 4 button. The setting is saved. Press the 3 button if a submenu is displayed. Next, set other items. 7 Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.
44 1 Before Using Your Camera • You can select whether to display the menu tab selected the last time first, or to always display the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu first. (p.294) • Refer to the following pages for details on each menu. • [A Rec. Mode] menu 1p.89 • [Q Playback] menu 1p.235 • [R Set-up] menu 1p.278 • [A Custom Setting] menu 1p.
Using the Mode Dial 45 You can switch the exposure modes by setting the icons on the mode dial to the dial indicator. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button. Before Using Your Camera Mode dial Dial indicator Mode dial lock button Mode 1 Characteristics Page A Lets you capture images with the saved exposure mode. Up to five settings can be saved. p.227 B Green Lets you capture images with fully automatic settings. p.
46 Mode 1 Before Using Your Camera Characteristics Page p Bulb Lets you capture images that require slow shutter speeds such as fireworks and night scenes. p.115 M Flash X-sync Speed The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 second. Use this when using an external flash that does not automatically set the sync speed. p.116 C Movie Use this to record movies. p.
2 Getting Started This chapter explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap ..............................................48 Inserting the Battery ............................................49 Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card ...........55 Attaching a Lens ..................................................59 Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ........................61 Turning the Camera On and Off .........
Attaching the Strap 48 1 Pass the end of the strap through the protective cover and triangular ring. 2 Getting Started 2 3 Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp. Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner as described above.
Inserting the Battery 49 Insert the battery into the camera. Use only a D-LI90 battery. Charging the Battery Note: AC plug cord “Listed, Type SPT-2 or NISPT-2, 18/2 flexible cord, rated 125 V, 7A, minimum 6ft (1.8m)” Indicator lamp Lithium-ion battery 3 2 1 AC plug cord Battery charger 1 Connect the AC plug cord to the battery charger. 2 Plug the AC plug cord into the power outlet. 3 Face the 2 mark on the exclusive battery up and insert it into the battery charger.
50 • Do not use the provided battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries other than rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating. • If the battery is correctly oriented and inserted into the battery charger but the indicator lamp is not lit, the battery is faulty. Use a new battery in the camera. • The maximum charging time is approximately 390 minutes (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power.
2 51 Face the 2 mark on the battery towards outside of the camera, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (3) and insert the battery. 3 Battery lock lever 3 Close the battery cover (4) and turn the battery cover unlock knob towards CLOSE (5) to lock. 4 5 Stow the battery cover unlock knob after closing the battery cover. Use the AC adapter kit K-AC50 (optional) when using the camera for a prolonged period. (p.53) 2 Getting Started Insert until the battery locks.
52 Battery Level Indicator You can confirm remaining battery level by checking the w/A displayed on the status screen and LCD panel. Status Screen 2 LCD Panel Battery Level Getting Started w (Green) A Battery is full. x (Green) B Battery is close to full. y (Yellow) C Battery is running low. z (Red) D lit Battery is almost empty. D blinks The camera turns off after displaying the message. (D continues blinking on the LCD panel.
53 • Battery performance temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries on hand and keep them warm in your pocket. Battery performance will return to normal when returned to room temperature. • Have extra batteries ready when traveling overseas, taking pictures in cold climates, or taking a lot of pictures.
54 2 4 Connect the AC plug cord to the AC adapter. 5 Plug the AC cord into the power outlet. • Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. • Make sure connections are secure between the terminals. SD Memory Card or data may be corrupted if disconnected while the card is being accessed. Getting Started • Be sure to read the manual of the AC adapter kit K-AC50 when using the AC adapter.
Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card 55 This camera uses either an SD Memory Card or an SDHC Memory Card (commercially available). Both cards are referred to as SD Memory Cards hereafter. Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD Memory Card. 1 2 Make sure the camera is turned off. Slide the card cover in the direction of the arrow and then lift it to open (1´2). 1 2 3 Insert the card all the way with the SD Memory Card label facing toward the monitor.
56 2 Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. Getting Started 4 Close the card cover (3) and then slide it in the direction of the arrow (4). 4 3 Be sure to fully close the card cover. The camera will not turn on if the card cover is open. Precautions When Using the SD Memory Card • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch.
57 Recorded Pixels and Quality Level When the File Format is JPEG Choose the number of recorded pixels (size) and quality level (JPEG data compression rate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken. Pictures with larger recorded pixels or more stars (E) are clearer when printed. However, the number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card) decreases with larger file sizes.
58 JPEG Recorded Pixels, JPEG Quality and Approximate Image Storage Capacity (When using a 2 GB SD Memory Card) JPEG Quality JPEG Rec. Pixels 2 Z Premium C Best D Better E Good Getting Started p (4928×3264) 134 214 379 749 J (3936×2624) 208 332 585 1138 P (3072×2048) 339 543 945 1807 i (1728×1152) 1041 1617 2793 5121 • The number of storable images may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, shooting mode and SD Memory Card, etc.
Attaching a Lens 59 Attach a proper lens to the camera’s body. When you use one of the following lenses with the X, all the camera’s exposure modes will be available. (a) DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses (b) Lenses with an s (Auto) position, when used in the s position • When lenses described in (b) are used in a position other than s, some functions will be restricted. Refer to “Notes on [27. Using Aperture Ring]” (p.339).
60 4 Remove the front lens cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. 2 Getting Started To detach the lens, hold down the lens unlock button (4) and turn the lens counterclockwise. 4 • We assume no responsibility nor liability for accidents, damages and malfunctions resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts and an AF coupler. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system.
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter 61 Adjust the viewfinder diopter to suit your eyesight. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, slide the diopter adjustment lever sideways. You can adjust the diopter from approximately -2.5 to +1.5 m-1. 2 Look through the viewfinder and slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right. Getting Started 1 Adjust the lever until the AF frame in the viewfinder is focused. Point the camera at a white wall or other bright and consistent surface.
Turning the Camera On and Off 62 1 2 Turn the main switch to [ON]. The camera will turn on. Set the main switch to the position [OFF] to turn off the camera. Getting Started • Always turn the camera off when not in use. • The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. To reactivate the camera, turn it on again or perform any of the following. - Press the shutter release button halfway. - Press the Q button, 3 button or M button.
Initial Settings If the [Date Adjustment] screen appears, set the date and time by following the procedure in “Setting the Date and Time” (p.67). 2 MENU Cancel OK OK Date Adjustment Date Format mm / dd / yy 24h Date 01 / 01 / 2010 Time 00 : 00 Settings complete MENU Cancel Setting the Display Language You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc.
64 2 Press the 4 button. The [Initial Setting] screen appears in the selected language. Press the four-way controller (3) twice and proceed to Step 10 on p.65 if W (Hometown) does not have to be changed. Initial Setting English New York Text Size Standard Settings complete 2 Getting Started MENU Cancel 3 Press the four-way controller (3). The cursor moves to W. 4 Press the four-way controller (5). The [W Hometown] screen appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a city.
10 65 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select [Standard] or [Large]. Selecting [Large] increases the text size of the selected menu items. Initial Setting English New York Text Size Standard Large Settings complete MENU Cancel Press the 4 button. Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete]. Initial Setting English New York Text Size Standard Settings complete MENU Cancel 13 OK OK Press the 4 button. The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.
66 When the Wrong Language is Set If you mistakenly select the wrong language in the [Language/u] screen and proceed to the [Date Adjustment] screen, you can perform the following operation to set the language back. If you have proceeded to switch the camera to Capture mode (and the camera is ready to take a picture), perform the following operation from Step 2 to set the language back. 2 Getting Started 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press the 3 button once to display the guides on the monitor.
67 Setting the Date and Time Set the current date and time and the display style. 1 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [mm/dd/yy]. Use the four-way controller (23) to choose the date format. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/ mm/dd]. Date Adjustment Date Format mm / dd / yy 24h Date 01 / 01 / 2010 Time 00 : 00 Settings complete MENU Cancel 3 OK OK Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to [24h].
68 7 Press the four-way controller (5). The frame moves to the month. 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to set the month. Set the day and year in the same manner. Next, set the time. If you select [12h] in Step 4, the camera switches between am and pm depending on the time. 2 Getting Started 9 Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete].
3 Basic Operations This chapter explains basic operations for shooting by setting mode dial to Green mode (automatic exposure according to the program line set to j) to ensure successful capturing. For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation ...................................70 Using a Zoom Lens ..............................................76 Using the Built-in Flash .......................................
70 Basic Shooting Operation Holding the Camera How you hold the camera is important when taking pictures. • Hold the camera firmly with both hands and keep your elbows close to your body. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture. 3 Basic Operations Horizontal position Vertical position • To reduce camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object such as a table, tree, or wall.
71 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings The X features various exposure modes, focus modes, and drive modes for expressing your photographic vision. This section explains how to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. 1 Set the mode dial to B. Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button. The exposure mode changes to B (Green) mode. In B, a proper exposure is determined by the camera and the shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set.
72 3 Look through the viewfinder to view the subject. A zoom lens can be used to change the size of the subject in the viewfinder. (p.76) 4 3 Basic Operations Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject comes into focus. AF assist light turns on in a dark or backlit location, but the flash does not pop up automatically.
6 73 Review the captured image on the monitor. 3 Delete • Refer to p.103 for details on using B (Green) mode. • You can set the camera so that pressing the = button will focus automatically, in the same way as pressing the shutter release button halfway. (p.124) • You can display the Optical Preview and check the composition, exposure, and focus before taking pictures. (p.135) Basic Operations The image appears for 1 second on the monitor shortly after capturing (Instant Review).
74 Operating the shutter release button The shutter release button has two working positions. Not pressed 3 Pressed halfway Pressed fully (first position) (second position) Basic Operations Pressing it down halfway (first position) displays the indicators in the viewfinder and the autofocus system operates. Pressing it fully (second position) takes a picture. • Press the shutter release button gently when taking a picture to prevent camera shake.
75 Subjects that are difficult to focus on The autofocus mechanism is not perfect. Focusing may be difficult when taking pictures under the following conditions. These also apply to manual focusing using the focus indicator ] in the viewfinder. If the subject cannot be focused automatically, set the focus mode lever to \ and use the manual focus mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder. (p.
Using a Zoom Lens 76 Enlarge the subject (telephoto) or capture a wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust the subject to the desired size and take pictures. 1 3 Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide angle. Basic Operations Wide Angle Telephoto • The smaller the number displayed for the focal length, the wider the angle. The larger the number, the more magnified the image appears.
Using the Built-in Flash 77 Use the following procedures to take pictures in low light or backlit conditions and when you want to use the built-in flash. The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from 0.7 m to 5 m. Exposure will not be properly controlled and vignetting (darkening of the corners of the image due to a lack of light) may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and set sensitivity. (p.
78 Flash Mode Function G Slow-speed Sync Sets to a slow shutter speed depending on the brightness. For example, when using this to shoot a portrait with the sunset in the background, both the person and the background are captured beautifully. Slow-speed Sync+ Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before H Red-eye Reduction the main flash is discharged with Slow-speed Sync. 3 Basic Operations I Trailing Curtain k Sync Discharges the flash immediately before closing the shutter curtain.
3 79 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. Using Built-in Flash Press the E button. The built-in flash pops up and begins charging. When the flash is fully charged, E appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. (p.35, p.37) 2 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. When the mode dial is at B, the flash is not discharged if the lighting conditions do not require flash for correction even when the flash is popped up.
80 3 3 Push down on the portion indicated in the illustration to retract the built-in flash. Using Red-eye Reduction Flash Basic Operations “Red-eye” is the phenomenon where eyes look reddish in photographs taken in dark environments with a flash. This is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash in the retina of the eye. Red-eye occurs because pupils are dilated in dark environments. This phenomenon cannot be averted but the following measures can be used to combat it.
81 Daylight-Sync Shooting In daylight conditions, the flash will eliminate shadows when a portrait picture is taken with a shadow cast on a person’s face. Use of the flash in this way is called Daylight-Sync shooting. [Flash On] is used when shooting with Daylight-Sync shooting. Without Daylight-Sync With Daylight-Sync The picture may be overexposed if the background is too bright.
82 Compensating for Flash Output You can change the flash output in a range of -2.0 to +1.0. The flash compensation values are as follows for 1/3 EV and 1/2 EV. Step Interval Flash Compensation Value 1/3 EV -2.0, -1.7, -1.3, -1.0, -0.7, -0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0 1/2 EV -2.0, -1.5, -1.0, -0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0 Set interval of steps in [1. EV Steps] (p.120) of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. 3 Basic Operations 1 Turn the rear e-dial (S) in the [Flash Mode] screen.
Playing Back Pictures 83 Playing Back Images You can play back captured images with the camera. Use the provided “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” software to play back pictures using a computer. Refer to “Using the Provided Software” (p.320) for details on the software. Press the Q button. The camera enters Playback mode and the most recently captured image (image with the highest file number) is displayed on the monitor. (For movies, only the first frame is displayed on the monitor.
84 • Refer to “Playback Functions” (p.233) for details on the playback mode functions. • When the file format of the last captured image is JPEG, and its data still remains in the buffer memory, you can additionally save the image in RAW format by pressing the L button during playback. If the image was shot using any of the following settings, the corresponding RAW image listed is saved.
3 85 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete]. Select a file format to delete for images saved in RAW+ format. Delete JPEG Deletes only the JPEG image. 100-0105 Delete Cancel OK OK Deletes only the RAW Delete RAW image. 4 Press the 4 button. The image is deleted. When deleting multiple images at once, refer to “Deleting Multiple Images” (p.250). 3 Basic Operations Deletes images in both Delete file formats.
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4 Shooting Functions This chapter describes the various basic and advanced shooting functions available with the X. How to Operate the Shooting Functions ............88 Setting the Exposure ...........................................93 Focusing .............................................................122 Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting (Preview) .....................135 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake ......................................
88 How to Operate the Shooting Functions You can change capture-related settings using the direct keys, control panel, [A Rec. Mode] menu or [A Custom Setting] menu. For details on how to use the menus, refer to “Using the Menus” (p.42). Direct Keys Setting Items 4 Press the four-way controller (2345) in Capture mode to set the following items.
89 Rec. Mode Menu Setting Items The following settings can be performed in the [A Rec. Mode 1-5] menus. Press the 3 button in Capture mode to display the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. Menu Item Function *1 p.230 Sets the exposure mode when the mode dial is set to A. p.230 File Format *2 Sets the file format. p.202 JPEG Recorded Pixels *2 Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format. p.200 JPEG Quality *2 Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. p.
90 Menu A3 4 Shooting Functions A4 A5 Item Function Page D-Range Setting *2 Expands the dynamic range and prevents bright and dark areas from occurring. p.214 ISO AUTO Setting *2 Sets the range of automatic correction in AUTO. p.96 High-ISO NR Sets whether to use Noise Reduction when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity. p.98 Slow Shutter Speed Sets whether to use Noise Reduction in NR slow speed shooting. p.99 Program Line Selects Program Line. p.
91 Custom Setting Menu Setting Items Set the [A Custom Setting 1-4] menus to fully use the functions of a SLR camera. Menu A1 Item Function Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. p.120 2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. p.95 3. Expanded Sensitivity Expands the lower and upper sensitivity limits. p.95 4. Meter Operating Time Sets the exposure metering time. p.118 5. AE-L with AF Locked Sets whether to lock the exposure value when the focus is locked. p.
92 Menu A3 4 Shooting Functions A4 Item Function Page 15. AF.S Setting Sets the action priority for when the focus mode is set to l and the shutter release button is fully pressed. p.123 16. AF.C Setting Sets the action priority for Continuous Shooting when the focus mode is set to k. p.123 17. AF Assist Light Sets whether to use the AF assist light when autofocusing in dark locations. p.124 18. AF with Remote Control Sets whether to use autofocus when shooting with remote control. p.
Setting the Exposure 93 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed Correct exposure of the subject is determined by a combination of shutter speed and aperture setting. There are many correct combinations of shutter speed and aperture value for a particular subject. Different combinations produce different effects. Effect of Shutter Speed Using slower shutter speed If the subject is moving, the image will be blurred because the shutter is open longer.
94 4 Opening the aperture (reduce the aperture value) Objects closer and farther than the focused subject will be more out of focus. For instance, if you take a picture of a flower against a landscape with the aperture open, the landscape in front and behind the flower will be blurred, emphasizing only the flower. Shooting Functions Closing the aperture (increase the aperture value) The range in focus expands forward and backward.
95 Setting the Sensitivity You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the surroundings. The sensitivity can be set to [AUTO] or within a sensitivity range equivalent to ISO 100 to 12800. The default setting is [AUTO]. 1 Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the o button in Capture mode. The sensitivity displayed on the status screen and LCD panel and in the viewfinder changes. Press the | button to set the sensitivity to [AUTO]. 4 AF.S 1/ 200 ISO AUTO F 5.
96 • The sensitivity can also be changed by pressing the o button once, taking your finger off the button and turning the rear e-dial (S). In this case, the sensitivity is fixed when the o button is pressed again or the exposure metering timer (p.118) elapses. • When the exposure mode is set to B (Green), L (Shutter & Aperture Priority) or C (Movie), the sensitivity is fixed to [AUTO] and the setting cannot be changed.
3 97 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to set the maximum sensitivity. ISO AUTO Setting ISOAUTO 100 - 3200 AUTO ISO Parameters MENU Cancel 4 5 7 Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [AUTO ISO Parameters] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the parameter and press the 4 button.
98 Reducing Image Noise (Noise Reduction) When shooting with a digital camera, image noise (image roughness or unevenness) becomes noticeable in the following situations. - when shooting with a long exposure - when shooting with a high sensitivity setting - when the temperature of the CMOS sensor is high You can reduce image noise by using Noise Reduction. However, images shot with Noise Reduction will take longer to save. High-ISO NR 4 Reduces noise at high sensitivity (ISO) settings.
4 99 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Setting] and press the four-way controller (5). The screen to set the noise reduction level according to the sensitivity appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a sensitivity value and use the four-way controller (45) to set the level of noise reduction which is applied to the selected sensitivity.
100 3 Auto Determines conditions such as shutter speed, sensitivity, and internal temperature, and automatically applies Noise Reduction as necessary. (default setting) On Applies Noise Reduction when the exposure time is longer than 1 second. Off Does not apply Noise Reduction. Press the 3 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. • Processing may take a while when shooting with Slow Shutter Speed NR set to [On]. Pictures cannot be taken while an image is being processed.
101 Exposure Mode Characteristics Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture K Sensitivity value to obtain a proper exposure according to the Priority set sensitivity. EV Change Compen- Shutter sation Speed Change Change Aperture SensiValue tivity Page z × × Other than AUTO p.105 Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects. z z × z p.107 Lets you set the desired c aperture value for Aperture controlling the depth of Priority field. z × z z p.
102 Program Line In [Program Line] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, you can choose from the following Program Lines. When [eLINE] is selected for the | button setting in e/K mode or L/a mode (p.282), exposure is regulated according to the set Program Line. Setting Characteristics j Auto Camera determines the appropriate settings. k Normal Basic Program Automatic Exposure (default setting) l Hi-speed Priority Program Automatic Exposure that prioritizes high shutter speeds.
103 Using the B (Green) Mode Lets you capture images with fully automatic settings. In B mode, pictures are taken with the following settings. Program Line File Format Sensitivity Metering Method AF Point AUTO AF Point Setting White Balance Custom Image High-ISO NR Slow Shutter Speed NR Shake Reduction Color Space j (AUTO) JPEG AUTO L (Multi-segment Metering) S (Auto) 11 AF Points F (Auto) Bright Auto Auto k (On) sRGB If the 3 button is pressed in 9 mode, the menu for Green Mode appears.
104 • In B mode, the following functions are not available.
2 105 Confirm the shutter speed and aperture value. Confirm the settings using the status screen, viewfinder or LCD panel. P AF.S 1/ 125 ISO AUTO F 5.6 100 -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB JPEG 16M [ 37] Using the K (Sensitivity Priority) Mode You can set the sensitivity to suit the brightness of the subject. The shutter speed and aperture value are automatically set according to the selected sensitivity to obtain a proper exposure. 1 Set the mode dial to K.
106 2 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the sensitivity. The set values are displayed in the status screen and viewfinder and on the LCD panel. Sv 4 AF.S 1/ 30 ISO F 4.5 Shooting Functions 100 -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB JPEG 16M [ 37] • You can set the sensitivity to a value equivalent to ISO 100 to 12800. [AUTO] is not available. • Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.
107 Using the b (Shutter Priority) Mode Lets you set the desired shutter speed for expressing moving subjects. When taking pictures of a fast moving subject, you can increase the shutter speed to make the subject look still or decrease the shutter speed to have the subject show movement. The aperture value is automatically set to give a proper exposure depending on the shutter speed. 1 Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed (p.93) 1 Set the mode dial to b.
108 • Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.119) • The shutter speed can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.120) • The proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed when the sensitivity is not set to [AUTO] (p.95).
109 Using the c (Aperture Priority) Mode Set the aperture value for controlling the depth of field. The depth of field is deeper and the front and back of the focused object is clear when the aperture is set to a large value, small lens opening. The depth of field is shallower and the front and back of the focused object is blurred when the aperture is set to a small value, large lens opening. The shutter speed is automatically set to the proper exposure depending on the aperture value.
110 • Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.119) • The aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.120) • The proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected aperture value when the sensitivity is not set to [AUTO] (p.95).
2 111 Turn the front e-dial (R) to adjust the shutter speed. The shutter speed can be set within the range of 1/8000 to 30 seconds. 3 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the aperture value. 4 TAv AF.S 1/ 1000 ISO AUTO F 4.5 100 -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB JPEG 16M [ 37] • Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the m button to change the EV compensation value. (p.119) • The shutter speed and aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1.
112 Exposure Warning If the subject is too bright or too dark, the sensitivity will blink on the status screen and LCD panel and in the viewfinder. In such situations, change the shutter speed and aperture. When the indication stops blinking, you can take a picture with proper exposure. Use a commercially available ND (Neutral Density) Filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark. 4 Using the a (Hyper-manual) Mode Shooting Functions You can set the shutter speed and aperture value.
3 113 Turn the front e-dial (R) to adjust the shutter speed. The shutter speed can be set within the range of 1/8000 to 30 seconds. 4 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the aperture value. 4 M AF.S 1/ 125 ISO F 5.6 100 -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB JPEG 16M [ 37] While adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value, the difference from the proper exposure (EV value) is displayed Difference from the in a bar graph. The proper exposure is set proper exposure when V is in the middle of the EV bar.
114 • The sensitivity cannot be set to [AUTO] in a mode. When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and the exposure mode is changed to a mode, the sensitivity is also changed to the lowest value set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Sensitivity Correction” (p.96). • The shutter speed and aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.
115 Using the p (Bulb) Mode This setting is useful when shooting night scenes and fireworks which require long exposures. 1 Set the mode dial to p. F 5.6 Bulb ISO 100 -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 11 AWB JPEG 16M 2 4 AF.S [ 37] Press the shutter release button. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is kept pressed. The following functions are not available in p mode.
116 • The aperture value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV. Set the exposure steps in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. (p.120) • The Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when the exposure mode is set to p mode. • Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) or Remote Control (optional) to prevent camera shake when using p mode. Connect the cable switch to the cable release terminal (p.19).
117 • Turn the rear e-dial (S) to adjust the aperture value. • Press the | button to retain the shutter speed at 1/180 second and automatically adjust the aperture value. • The sensitivity cannot be set to [AUTO] in M mode. When the sensitivity is set to [AUTO] and the exposure mode is changed to M mode, the sensitivity is also changed to the lowest value set in “Setting the Range of Automatic Sensitivity Correction” (p.96).
118 Linking AE to AF Point during Multi-segment Metering In [6. Link AE to AF Point] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu (p.91), you can link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area during multi-segment metering. 4 1 Off Exposure is set separately from the AF point. (default setting) 2 On Exposure is set in accordance with the AF point. Shooting Functions MCenter-weighted Metering Metering is weighted at the center of the viewfinder.
119 Adjusting Exposure This allows you to deliberately overexpose (brighten) or underexpose (darken) your picture. The exposure steps can be selected from 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV in [1. EV Steps] of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. You can adjust the EV compensation value from -5 to +5 (EV). 1 Turn the rear e-dial (S) while pressing the m button. The exposure is adjusted. 4 P AF.S 1/ 100 ISO F 5.
120 EV Compensation for a and M modes For example, if the EV compensation value is set to +1.5 for a (Hyper-manual) and M (Flash X-sync speed) modes, an underexposure of 1.5 EV is displayed on the EV bar. If you set the exposure value so that the V is displayed at the center of the EV bar, the image will be captured with the compensated value. 4 Changing the Exposure Steps Shooting Functions Set the exposure compensation steps to increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV in [1.
121 Locking the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock) AE Lock is a function that locks the exposure prior to taking a picture. Use this when the subject is too small or is backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained. 1 Set the exposure and press the L button. The camera locks the exposure (brightness) at that instant. @ is displayed in the status screen and viewfinder while the AE Lock is engaged.
Focusing 122 You can focus with the following methods. = Autofocus The camera automatically focuses on the subject when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. \ Manual focus Manually adjust the focus.
123 When the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject comes into focus, the focus is locked (focus lock) at that position. To focus on another subject, take your finger off the shutter release button first, then press the shutter release button halfway again. l Single mode • The AF assist light turns on as necessary. (p.124) • Set the action priority for when the shutter release button is pressed fully in [15. AF.S Setting] of the [A Custom Setting 3] menu (p.92).
124 2 Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway. The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus. (When blinking, the subject is not in focus.) 1Subjects that are difficult to focus on (p.75) 4 Shooting Functions Focus indicator AF Assist Light You can set whether or not to use the AF assist light during l mode in [17. AF Assist Light] of the [A Custom Setting 3] menu (p.92).
3 125 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select [Enable AF]. AF Button Enable AF Cancel AF AF is performed when the AF button is pressed MENU Cancel OK OK Enable AF Autofocus is performed by using the = button or the shutter release button. (default setting) Cancel AF \ appears in the viewfinder while the = button is pressed. Autofocus is not performed when the shutter release button is pressed.
126 AF Fine Adjustment You can adjust the AF focusing position. • Be sure to use [AF Fine Adjustment] only when necessary. Care should be taken as adjusting the autofocus may make it difficult to capture images with the appropriate focus. • Any camera shake during test shooting may make it difficult to obtain the accurate focusing position. Therefore, always use a tripod when taking test shots. 1 4 2 Select [26. AF Fine Adjustment] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
5 127 Press the 4 button. The adjustment value is saved. 6 Press the 3 button three times. The camera returns to Capture mode. 7 Take a test picture. You can easily check the focusing point by enlarging the image during Digital Preview (p.138) or Live View (p.165). Even when an adjustment value has been saved using [Apply One], if you press the 4 button with [Apply All] selected in Step 3, the [Apply All] value is used instead of the [Apply One] value.
128 • AF point(s) are not illuminated red in the viewfinder when [Off] is selected for [14. Superimpose AF Area] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu (p.91). • The focusing area is fixed to U regardless of this setting when using lenses other than DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens. (p.337) Setting the Focus Position in the Viewfinder 1 Set the AF point switching dial to j. V appears in the viewfinder and the AF point can be changed.
129 Available operations 4 button Press and hold 4 button Returns the AF point to the center of the AF frame. Disables changing the AF point and enables direct key operation of the four-way controller (2345). To enable changing the AF point, press the 4 button while direct key operation is enabled. You will hear a beep when switching between enabled and disabled. The AF point(s) light red in the viewfinder (Superimpose AF Area) and you can check where you set the AF point.
130 Locking the Focus (Focus Lock) If the subject is outside the range of the focusing area, the camera cannot automatically focus on the subject. In this case, focus the camera on the subject in the focusing area, lock the focus at that position (Focus Lock), and then recompose your picture. 1 2 Set the focus mode lever to l. Frame the desired composition for your picture in the viewfinder. 4 Shooting Functions Example) The person is out of focus and the background is focused instead.
131 5 Recompose the picture while keeping the shutter release button pressed halfway. • The focus is locked while the focus indicator ] is displayed. • Turning the zoom ring with the focus locked may cause the subject to be out of focus. • The beep that sounds when the image is focused can be turned off. (p.288) 4 Shooting Functions Locking Exposure when the Focus is Locked Set [5. AE-L with AF Locked] in the [A Custom Setting 1] menu (p.91) to lock the exposure value while the focus is locked. 5.
132 Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) When you adjust the focus manually, you can use either the focus indicator or the matte field in the viewfinder. Using the Focus Indicator The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when the subject is in focus even during manual focus. You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ]. 4 1 Set the focus mode lever to \.
133 The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus. Focus indicator • Adjust the focus manually using the matte field in the viewfinder when the subject is difficult to focus (p.75) and the focus indicator will not appear. • The beep that sounds when the image is focused can be turned off. (p.288) 4 You can manually adjust the focus using the matte field in viewfinder. 1 2 Set the focus mode lever to \.
134 Shooting in Catch-in Focus Mode When [25. Catch-in Focus] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu (p.92) is set to [On], if the focus mode is set to l and one of the following types of lenses is attached, catch-in focus shooting is enabled and the shutter is released automatically when the subject comes into focus.
Checking the Composition, Exposure and Focus Before Shooting (Preview) 135 You can use the preview function to check depth of field, composition, exposure and focus before taking a picture. There are two preview methods. | Preview Method Description Optical Preview For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder. e Digital Preview For checking the composition, exposure and focus on the monitor.
136 4 Press the 4 button. 5 Press the 3 button three times. The camera is ready to take a picture. • While shooting with Interval Shooting, Multi-exposure or Live View, Optical Preview is used regardless of the setting. • Digital Preview can also be assigned to the |/Y button. If Optical Preview is assigned to the Preview dial and Digital Preview is assigned to the |/Y button, you can use both preview functions easily. Refer to p.285 for assigning a function to the |/Y button.
137 Displaying the Optical Preview 1 2 Position the subject inside the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway to focus on the subject. You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder while the main switch is set to the position |. During this time, no shooting information is displayed in the viewfinder, and the shutter cannot be released. 3 Take your finger off the main switch. Optical Preview is ended and the camera is ready to take a picture.
138 Displaying the Digital Preview 1 Focus on the subject, then compose the picture in the viewfinder and turn the main switch to |. When Digital Preview is assigned to the |/Y button, press the |/Y button. 4 Shooting Functions The icon (|) appears on the monitor during preview and you can check the composition, exposure and focus. AE.L Available operations Rear e-dial (S) L button 2 Enlarges the preview image. (p.237) Saves the preview image. Select [Save as] and press the 4 button.
Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake 139 Using the Shake Reduction Function The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that occurs when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful for taking pictures in situations where camera shake is likely to occur. The Shake Reduction function allows you to take pictures at approximately 4 steps slower shutter speed without a risk of the camera shake.
140 Reducing Vertical and Horizontal Camera Shake 1 2 Select [Shake Reduction] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select k or l and press the 4 button. k Uses Shake Reduction. (default setting) l Does not use Shake Reduction. 4 Shooting Functions 3 1 2 3 4 5 Movie Live View Electronic Level Horizon Correction Shake Reduction Input Focal Length MENU Cancel OK OK Press the 3 button.
3 141 Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. 4 Aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter release button halfway. The following indicators appear on the status screen. q Shake Reduction On + Horizon Correction On r Shake Reduction Off + Horizon Correction On • The Shake Reduction function will not fully work (for about 2 seconds) right after turning on the camera or restoring from Auto Power Off.
142 When the Focal Length Cannot Be Automatically Detected The Shake Reduction function operates by obtaining the lens information such as focal length. If the camera uses a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens, the lens information is automatically obtained when the Shake Reduction function is activated. If you use a lens whose information such as focal length cannot be automatically obtained (p.
143 To change the focal length setting, use [Input Focal Length] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu (p.90). Shooting with Self-timer This camera has the following two types of self-timers. Self-timer g (12 sec.) Z Self-timer (2 sec.) Shutter is released after about 12 seconds. Use this mode to include the photographer in the picture. A mirror pops up immediately after the shutter release button is pressed. The shutter is released after about 2 seconds.
144 6 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused. 7 4 Press the shutter release button fully. Shooting Functions For g, the front and back self-timer lamps start blinking slowly and blink rapidly 2 seconds before the shutter is released. The beep is heard and the rate increases. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed fully.
145 • Select a mode other than g or Z in the [Drive Mode] screen to cancel the Self-timer shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.312) of the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu. • The Shake Reduction function is automatically turned off when g or Z is set. • You can set the camera so that the beep does not sound. (p.288) • The exposure may be affected if light enters the viewfinder. Use the AE Lock function (p.
146 1 Mount the camera onto a tripod. 2 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. The [Drive Mode] screen appears. 4 3 Shooting Functions 4 Use the four-way controller (45) to select h. Press the four-way controller (3) and use the four-way controller (45) to select h, i, or i. Drive Mode Remote Control MUP W appears on the LCD panel. The selftimer lamp will blink and the camera is in a stand-by status. MENU Cancel 5 OK OK Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture.
7 147 Point the remote control unit towards the remote control receiver on the front or back of the camera and press the shutter release button on the remote control. The operating distance of the remote control unit is approximately 4 m from the front of the camera and approximately 2 m from the back of the camera. After a picture is taken, the self-timer lamp lights for 2 seconds and then returns to blinking. Approx. 4m Approx.
148 4 Shooting Functions • By default, you cannot adjust the focus with the remote control unit. Focus on the subject first with the camera before operating with the remote control. When [18. AF with Remote Control] is set to [On] in the [A Custom Setting 3] menu (p.92), you can use the remote control unit to adjust the focus. (AF cannot be used with the remote control unit during Live View.) • When using the Remote Control Waterproof O-RC1, AF can be operated with the S button.
149 Shooting with the Mirror Lock-up Function Use the Mirror Lock-up function if camera shake is evident even when the remote control or cable switch is used with a tripod. For Mirror Lock-up Shooting, press the shutter release button to raise the mirror up and press it again to release the shutter. The following two types of Mirror Lock-up shooting are available. d Mirror Up e Mirror Lock-up shooting with the shutter release button. Mirror Lock-up shooting with the remote control.
150 5 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. 6 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused. 7 Press the shutter release button fully. The mirror pops up and you will hear a beep. The AE Lock function is enabled with the exposure value set immediately before the mirror pops up. 4 Shooting Functions 8 Press the shutter release button fully again.
Taking Pictures Continuously 151 Continuous Shooting Pictures can be taken continuously while the shutter release button is kept pressed. The following two types of Continuous Shooting are available. Continuous g Shooting (Hi) For JPEG image with p/C, up to approx. 30 frames are taken continuously at a maximum of approx. 7.0 fps. For JPEG image with p/C, pictures are taken Continuous h Shooting (Lo) continuously at a maximum of approx. 1.6 fps until the SD Memory Card is full.
152 5 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. The focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused. 6 Press the shutter release button fully. Pictures are taken continuously while the shutter release button is fully pressed. Take your finger off the shutter release button to stop. • If the focus mode is set to l (Single mode), the focus position is locked in the first frame and pictures are taken continuously at the same interval.
2 153 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Interval]. Interval Shooting Start Shooting Interval When taking two or more pictures, set the Number of Shots wait time until the next picture is taken. Start Interval Use the four-way controller (45) to Start Time select the number of hours, minutes, and MENU Cancel seconds, and use the four-way controller (23) to set the time. You can set up to 24 hours, 00 minutes, and 00 seconds.
154 6 Press the shutter release button halfway. The focus indicator ] appears when focused. 7 4 Press the shutter release button to start interval shooting Press the shutter release button fully. Shooting Functions When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. When set to [Set Time], shooting starts at the set time. For shooting multiple pictures, pictures are taken at the interval set in Step 2.
155 Multi-exposure You can create a composite picture by taking multiple frames. • Multi-exposure is not available in the following situations. - when the exposure mode is set to B (Green) or C (Movie) - when Digital Filter, HDR Capture or Cross Processing is set • When Multi-exposure is set, the following functions are not available. - Exposure Bracketing, Extended Bracketing or Interval Shooting (The function selected last is used) - Lens Correction 1 The [Multi-exposure] screen appears.
156 7 Take a picture. The composite picture is displayed in Instant Review each time the shutter release button is pressed. Press the i button during Instant Review to discard pictures taken up to that point and take pictures again from the first frame. The pictures are saved when the set number of shots is taken, and then the [Multi-exposure] screen appears again.
Shooting while Adjusting the Settings (Auto Bracketing) 157 Auto Bracketing is a function for shooting while automatically changing the camera settings. There are two Auto Bracketing modes: Exposure Bracketing and Extended Bracketing. You can set Auto Bracketing Order in [8. Auto Bracketing Order] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu (p.91).
158 1 Press the four-way controller (2) in Capture mode. The [Drive Mode] screen appears. 2 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to select l. Press the four-way controller (3) and use the four-way controller (45) to select l, b, or c. Drive Mode Exposure Bracketing MUP -5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 +5 3image(s) MENU Cancel 4 Shooting Functions l 4 Exposure Bracketing ±0.5EV OK OK Takes pictures with the shutter release button. Exposure b Bracketing + Self-timer Takes pictures with the self-timer.
Available operations m button + Rear e-dial (S) | button 6 159 Adjusts the EV compensation when taking only underexposed or overexposed images with Exposure Bracketing. Images are taken with an EV compensation value set to 0 (intermediate value). (Up to ±8 EV) Resets the compensation value to ±0. Press the 4 button. The value for the first image blinks on the monitor. The camera is ready to take a picture. 7 Press the shutter release button halfway. 8 Press the shutter release button fully.
160 Shooting while Adjusting Other Settings (Extended Bracketing) You can save pictures with three different levels of White Balance, Saturation, Hue, High/Low Key Adjustment, Contrast and Sharpness. Unlike Exposure Bracketing, three pictures are saved each time the shutter is released. • When Extended Bracketing is set, the file format is always set to [JPEG] and cannot be changed. You cannot use Extended Bracketing when the file format is set to [RAW] or [RAW+].
4 5 161 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Bracketing Amount] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the bracketing amount and press the 4 button. Select [±1] (default setting), [±2], [±3] or [±4]. For [White Balance], select from [BA±1] (default setting), [BA±2], [BA±3], [GM±1], [GM±2] or [GM±3]. Saturation Bracketing Amount MENU Cancel ±1 ±2 ±3 ±4 OK OK Press the 3 button twice. The camera returns to Capture mode. 7 Take a picture.
162 Taking Pictures Using Digital Filters You can apply a filter when taking pictures. The following filters can be selected. Filter Name 4 Effect Parameter Shooting Functions Toy Camera For taking pictures that Shading Level: +1 to +3 look as if taken with a toy Blur: +1 to +3 camera. Tone Break: Red/Green/Blue/Yellow Retro For taking pictures with the look of old photos. High Contrast For taking pictures with high contrasts.
163 Filter Name Effect Parameter High Contrast: OFF/+1 to +5 Soft Focus: OFF/+1 to +3 Tone Break: OFF/Red/Green/Blue/ Yellow Customize and save a Custom Filter *1 filter to your own preferences. Shading Type: 6 types Shading Level: -3 to +3 Distortion Type: 3 types Distortion Level: OFF/Weak/ Medium/Strong Invert Color: OFF/ON Color *2 Color: Red/Magenta/Blue/Cyan/ Green/Yellow Color Density: Light/Standard/Dark *1 Not available when the exposure mode is set to C (Movie).
164 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a filter. OFF Starburst AE.L MENU Cancel 3 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the parameter and the four-way controller (45) to adjust the parameter’s value. Check OK OK Shape Shooting Functions AE.L MENU Cancel Check OK OK Available operations 4 Main switch (|) Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the filter effect applied. (Not available when the exposure mode is set to C (Movie).
Shooting with Live View 165 You can shoot a picture while displaying the real-time image on the monitor. • During Live View, nothing is displayed in the viewfinder. • Holding the camera by hand and shooting while viewing the monitor may cause camera shake. Use of a tripod is recommended. • The field of view of the image display is nearly 100%. • You can use the provided AV cable (I-AVC7) or a commercially available HDMI cable to display Live View images on a TV or monitor. (p.
166 Setting Live View You can set the display and autofocus mode for Live View. 1 Select [Live View] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Live View] screen appears. 2 4 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select an autofocus method.
5 167 Use the four-way controller (23) to select a grid display type and press the 4 button. Select from [Off] (default setting), e (4x4 Grid), f (Golden Section) or g (Scale). Live View Autofocus Method Show Grid Info Overlay Histogram Bright/Dark Area MENU Cancel 6 OFF OK OK Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Info Overlay], [Histogram] or [Bright/Dark Area]. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. 8 Press the 3 button twice.
168 Taking a Still Picture 1 Select an exposure mode. Set the mode dial to any mode other than C. 2 Press the U button. 4 Shooting Functions The mirror pops up and a real-time image is displayed on the monitor. Press the U button again to exit Live View. Live View display (All of the indicators are displayed here for explanatory purposes.) 1 P 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 P USER SHIFT 11 9 10 12 13 14 15 +1.0 -5 4 3 2 1 2000 F2.8 16 17 1 2 3 4 +5 ISO 3200 18 19 20 [ 1234 ] 2000 F2.
169 18 19 20 21 Aperture value EV bar Sensitivity Remaining image storage capacity 22 Main face detection frame (Face Detection AF) 23 Face detection frame (Face Detection AF) Available operations M button Enlarges the image. 2, 4, or 6 times original size (when the focus mode is =) 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 times original size (when the focus mode is \) | button Returns the position of the display area to the center (during enlarged view).
170 4 Press the shutter release button fully. The picture is taken. • When the focus mode is set to k and [Autofocus Method] is set to i, the camera focuses on the center of the screen when autofocus starts and then automatically tracks the subject when it is in focus. When [Autofocus Method] is set to I, the camera automatically tracks the detected face. • Images captured in magnified display are recorded at normal size.
Recording Movies 171 You can record movies using Live View. Changing the Movie Settings You can record movies with monaural audio in AVI file format. 1 Select [Movie] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Movie] screen appears. Press the four-way controller (5), use the four-way controller (23) to select the number of recorded pixels, and press the 4 button.
172 5 6 7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Sound] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select g or Z and press the 4 button. g Records sound. (default setting) Z Does not record sound. Set Cross Processing and Digital Filter as necessary. Refer to p.225 for details on Cross Processing and p.162 for Digital Filter.
173 Connecting a Microphone You can connect a commercially available stereo microphone to the microphone terminal on the camera and record stereo sound. Using an external microphone can also help to reduce the possibility of recording camera operation sounds. The following specifications are recommended for external microphones. • Plug: Stereo mini plug (ø3.5 mm) • Format: Stereo electret condenser • Power: Plug-in Power Method (operating voltage of 2.0 V or lower) • Impedance: 2.
174 Recording Movies 1 4 Set the mode dial to C. Live View for movie recording is displayed. Sound HD Shooting Functions +1.5 -2 1 F2.8 1 +2 00 : 30'00" Recordable Time Shake Reduction Available operations Rear e-dial (S) Changes the aperture value when [Movie Aperture Control] is set to [Fixed]. (default setting) | button Sets the aperture value to obtain a proper exposure. (default setting) Returns the position of the display area to the center (during enlarged view).
175 Four-way controller Changes the AF point (when Change AF point is (2345) enabled). Moves the display area (during enlarged view). *1 Available only when [Autofocus Method] is I or i, and the focus mode is l or the AF point switching dial is set to j (Select). 2 Position the subject on the monitor and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. When the focus mode is set to \, turn the focusing ring until the subject is clearly visible on the focusing screen.
176 • You can record movies continuously up to 4 GB or 25 minutes. When the SD Memory Card is full, recording stops and the movie is saved. • Live View images in C mode are displayed according to the [Live View] settings (p.166) made in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu. However, the Bright/ Dark Area warning is not displayed during movie recording. • You can set the functions for when the front/rear e-dial or the | button is operated. (p.
177 Playing Back Movies Recorded movies can be played back in Playback mode in the same manner as saved images. 1 Press the Q button. The camera switches to Playback mode. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a movie to play back. The first frame of the movie is displayed on the monitor. 3 100-0001 Movie playback starts. Available operations Movie 10min00sec Four-way controller (2) Pauses/Resumes playback.
178 • You can use the provided AV cable I-AVC7 or a commercially available HDMI cable to play back the recorded movies on a TV screen or other AV devices. (p.256) • Even if you used an external microphone to record movie sound in stereo, monaural sound is played back when you output the movie via the PC/AV terminal. When you output the movie via the mini HDMI terminal, sound is played back in stereo.
179 Editing Movies Movies can be divided and unwanted segments can be deleted. 1 Press the Q button. The camera switches to Playback mode. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to choose a movie to play back. The first frame of the movie is displayed on the monitor. 3 4 Press the four-way controller (3). 4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select [ (Movie Editing) and press the 4 button. The movie editing screen appears. 5 Select point(s) where you want to divide the movie.
180 6 Press the i button to delete unwanted segments. The screen to select segment(s) to delete is displayed. 00 min 02 sec 10 min 00 sec Select segments for deletion MENU OK Available operations Four-way controller (45) 4 button 4 3 button Shooting Functions 7 Moves the selection frame Confirms/cancels a selection of a segment to delete Exits the screen to select segments to delete Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears.
5 Using the Flash This chapter provides details on the built-in flash of X and describes how to take pictures with the external flash. Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode ....................................................................182 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash .......................................................185 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash .......186 Using an External Flash (Optional) ...................
182 Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode Using the Flash in b (Shutter Priority) Mode • When taking a moving subject, you can use the flash to change the blur effect. • Any desired shutter speed of 1/180 sec. or slower can be set for taking a flash photograph. • The aperture value automatically changes according to the ambient brightness. • The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 sec. when a lens other than a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens is used.
183 Using e/K/c Mode 1 Set the mode dial to e, K or c. 2 Press the E button. The built-in flash pops up. 3 Press the four-way controller (3). The [Flash Mode] screen appears. 4 Select G or H and press the 4 button. The shutter speed is set slower to give a proper exposure for the background. Take a picture. Using b/L/a Mode 1 Set the mode dial to b, L or a. 2 Press the four-way controller (3). The [Flash Mode] screen appears. 3 4 Select E or F and press the 4 button.
184 Using the Trailing Curtain Sync Trailing Curtain Sync discharges the flash immediately before the shutter curtain closes. When shooting moving objects with a slow shutter speed, Trailing Curtain Sync and Slow-speed Sync produce different effects depending on when the flash is discharged. For example, when shooting a moving car with Trailing Curtain Sync, trailing light is captured while the shutter is open and the flash captures the car immediately before the shutter is closed.
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash 185 Relationships between the guide number, aperture and distance must be considered when shooting with the flash to obtain a correct exposure. Calculate and adjust the shooting conditions if the flash output is not sufficient. Sensitivity ISO 100 ISO 200 ISO 400 ISO 800 ISO 1600 Built-in Flash Guide Number Approx. 13 Approx. 18.4 Approx. 26 Approx. 36.8 Approx. 52 Sensitivity Built-in flash guide number ISO 3200 Approx. 73.5 ISO 6400 Approx.
186 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Depending on the lens used with the X, even if a lens without a hood is attached, the use of the built-in flash may not be available or may be limited due to vignetting. DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, and FA lenses not listed below can be used without problems. * The following lenses were evaluated without a hood. Unavailable due to vignetting Lens Name DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5ED (IF) DA12-24mm F4ED AL DA14mm F2.8ED (IF) 5 FAE 300mm F2.
Using an External Flash (Optional) 187 Using an optional external flash AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF200FG or AF160FC enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode, depending on the external flash being used. See the chart below for details. (z: Available #: Restricted ×: Not available) Flash Built-in Flash AF540FGZ AF360FGZ AF200FG AF160FC Red-eye reduction flash z z z Auto flash discharge z z z After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash sync speed.
188 About the Display Panel for AF360FGZ The AF360FGZ itself does not have the function to set the FORMAT size to [DIGITAL]. However, when it is used with a SLR Digital Camera, the difference in focal length between a 35 mm camera and the X is automatically calculated based on the difference in angle of view and is displayed on the panel (when using DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens).
189 • P-TTL Auto is only available with an AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF200FG or AF160FC flash unit. • The b will light in the viewfinder when the flash is ready (fully charged). • For details such as operation method and effective distance, please refer to the external flash manual. • The flash does not discharge if the subject is bright enough when the flash mode is C or i. Therefore, it may not be suitable for Daylight-Sync shooting.
190 Using Flash in Wireless Mode By using two external flashes (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) or using the built-in flash with one or more external flashes, you can shoot in P-TTL flash mode without connecting the flash units with a cord. • Set the power switch of the external flash to WIRELESS. • Two or more AF540FGZ/AF360FGZ external flashes are required to use high-speed flash sync in wireless mode. This function cannot be used in combination with the built-in flash.
191 Using the Built-in Flash in Wireless Mode Set the camera to wireless flash mode when using an external flash in combination with the built-in flash. 1 Press the four-way controller (3). The [Flash Mode] screen appears. 2 Select r and press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. The channel for the built-in flash is displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel. The factory default setting is CH1. Flash Mode Wireless Mode 0.
192 Wireless Shooting Using a Combination of the Built-in Flash and an External Flash Unit 1 2 3 Remove the external flash unit after the channel is set on the camera, and place it at the desired location. Set the camera flash to r mode, and press the E button. Confirm that both flashes are fully charged and then take a picture. Using a Combination of External Flash Units 5 Using the Flash 1 2 3 Set the wireless mode of the external flash directly connected to the camera to [MASTER] or [CONTROL].
193 Wireless Flash Control (P-TTL Flash Mode) When using external flash units (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) for wireless shooting, the following information is exchanged between the flash units before the flash is discharged. Press the shutter release button fully. È 1 The flash directly connected to the camera emits a control flash (relays the flash mode of the camera). 2 The wireless remote flash emits a test flash (relays confirmation of subject).
194 Trailing Curtain Sync When using the built-in flash with an external flash (AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ) that is set to the Trailing Curtain Sync mode, the built-in flash will also use this mode. Confirm that both flash units are fully charged before shooting.
195 Multiple Flash Shooting Using Extension Cords You can combine two or more external flashes (AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ or AF200FG) or you can use two or more external flashes in combination with the built-in flash. You can use the extension cord connection terminal on the flash to connect the AF540FGZ. You can connect AF360FGZ or AF200FG units as shown in the illustration below.
196 Contrast-Control-Sync Flash Combining two or more external flashes (AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ or AF200FG) or using an external flash in combination with the built-in flash allows multiple flash photography (contrast-control-sync flash photography). This is based on the difference between the amounts of light discharged from multiple units. • The AF200FG must be combined with the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ.
197 X-sync Socket You can connect an external flash to the camera with a sync cord by using the X-sync socket. Remove the Sync socket 2P cap and connect a sync cord to the X-sync socket. 5 Using the Flash • The use of high-voltage or high-current external flashes may cause a camera breakdown. • Flashes with reversed polarity (the center of the sync plug is minus) cannot be used due to the risk of damaging the camera and flash.
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6 Shooting Settings This chapter describes how to set the save format for pictures taken and other settings. Setting a File Format ..........................................200 Setting the White Balance .................................205 Correcting Images ..............................................214 Setting the Image Finishing Tone .....................222 Storing Frequently Used Settings ....................
Setting a File Format 200 Setting the JPEG Recorded Pixels You can select the number of recorded pixels from p, J, P and i. The more pixels there are, the larger the picture and the bigger the file size. The file size will also vary according to the [JPEG Quality] setting. The default setting is p.
201 Setting the JPEG Quality Level You can set the image quality level (compression ratio). The file size will also vary according to the [JPEG Recorded Pixels] setting. The default setting is C (Best). Z Premium Images will be clearer but file size will be larger. C Best D Better E Good 1 2 Images will be grainier but file size will be smaller. Select [JPEG Quality] in the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
202 Setting a File Format You can set the format of image files. JPEG Captures images in JPEG format. (default setting) You can change the number of recorded pixels in [JPEG Recorded Pixels] and the image quality level in [JPEG Quality]. RAW RAW format is a CMOS sensor output format saved without processing. Effects of White Balance, Custom Image and Color Space are not applied to the captured images, but they are saved as actual original information.
203 Setting the RAW File Format You can select PEF or DNG format in [RAW File Format] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu (p.90) when capturing images in RAW format.
204 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Cancel after 1 shot] and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. RAW/Fx Button RAW One Push File Format Cancel after 1 shot JPEG RAW+ RAW RAW+ RAW+ RAW+ MENU O The recording format returns to the original file format after a picture is taken. (default setting) The setting is canceled when the following operations are performed.
Setting the White Balance 205 White balance is a function for adjusting the color of an image so that white objects appear white. Set the white balance if you are not satisfied with the color balance of pictures taken with white balance set to F (Auto), or to intentionally apply a creative effect to your images. Setting Color Temperature *1 Automatically adjusts the white balance. (default setting) Approx. 4,000 to 8,000K For use when taking pictures in sunlight. Approx.
206 1 Press the four-way controller (4) in Capture mode. The [White Balance] screen appears. After the power is turned on, the last image taken is displayed in the background. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the white balance. White Balance Auto CTE AE.L K1 MENU Cancel Check OK OK Available operations Main switch (|) L button 6 Shooting Settings 3 Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the setting applied. Saves the background image.
207 Fine-tuning the White Balance You can fine-tune the white balance setting. 1 Perform the desired settings in Step 2 on p.206. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). The fine-tuning screen appears. 3 Fine-tune the white balance. Shade Seven levels (225 patterns) are available on the G-M and B-A axes. G G1 ±0 A B M ±0 MENU Cancel Check OK OK 6 Available operations Four-way controller (45) | button 4 Adjusts the tone of the colors between green (G) and magenta (M).
208 Adjusting the White Balance Manually You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. With the manual white balance, the camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely adjusted with the white balance preset values provided in the camera. This provides the optimum white balance for your surroundings. Up to three settings can be saved. 1 2 Select K in Step 2 on p.206 and press the four-way controller (5).
6 7 209 When a spot area is selected, use the four-way controller (2345) to move the frame to the position you want to measure. Press the 4 button. The white balance fine-tuning screen appears when measuring is completed. Adjust the white balance as necessary. (p.207) 1 Manual White Balance SHUTTER Adjust ±0 ±0 G M AE.L ±0 MENU Cancel 8 A B Check OK OK Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [White Balance] screen. 9 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture.
210 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature Use figures to set the color temperature. Up to three settings can be saved. 1 2 Select K in Step 2 on p.206 and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select K1 to K3 and press the four-way controller (5). The [Color Temperature] screen appears. 3 Adjust the color temperature with the front or rear e-dial.
4 211 Press the 4 button. The settings are saved and the camera returns to the [White Balance] screen. Turn the main switch to | to display Digital Preview with the set color temperature. 5 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. Color Temperature The color of light shifts towards blue as the color temperature rises, and towards red as the color temperature falls. Color temperature describes this change in light color in terms of absolute temperature (K: Kelvin).
212 Setting the Color Space You can select a color space to use. sRGB Sets to sRGB color space. (default setting) AdobeRGB Sets to AdobeRGB color space. Set in [Color Space] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu (p.90). 6 1 2 3 4 5 D-Range Setting ISO AUTO Setting ISO High-ISO NR NR AUTO Slow Shutter Speed NR NR AUTO Program Line Color Space sRGB RAW File Format PEF AdobeRGB OK OK MENU Cancel Shooting Settings The file naming system changes depending on the color space setting as shown below.
213 Saving the White Balance Setting of a Captured Image You can copy the white balance setting of a captured image and save it as Manual White Balance. Up to three settings can be saved. Only the white balance setting of still pictures captured with this camera can be copied. The following images cannot be selected. - Multi-exposure image - Index image - Still pictures captured from a movie 1 2 In Playback mode, display the image with the white balance setting you want to copy.
Correcting Images 214 The camera and lens properties can be automatically adjusted for when taking pictures. Adjusting Brightness Adjusts the brightness and reduces the occurrence of overexposed and underexposed areas. D-Range Setting Expands the dynamic range and enables a more ample gradation expression by the CMOS sensor and reduces the occurrence of overexposed and underexposed areas. 6 1 Shooting Settings Select [D-Range Setting] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5).
5 215 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Off], [Low], [Medium] or [High] and press the 4 button. D-Range Setting Highlight Correction Shadow Correction MENU Cancel 6 OFF OK OK Press the 3 button twice. The camera is ready to take a picture. When [Highlight Correction] is set to [On], the minimum sensitivity is set to ISO 200. When [3. Expanded Sensitivity] is set to [On] in the [A Custom Setting 1] menu (p.91), the minimum sensitivity is set to ISO 160.
216 2 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select [Off], [Auto], [Standard], [Strong 1], [Strong 2] or [Strong 3]. HDR Capture HDR Capture Auto Align 4 OFF HDR HDR HDR HDR MENU Cancel 3 HDR HDR AUTO OK OK Press the 4 button. Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Auto Align] and use the four-way controller (45) to select P or O. HDR Capture HDR Capture Auto Align HDR AUTO MENU 6 Shooting Settings 5 P [Shake Reduction] is fixed to l (Off).
217 • During HDR Capture, pressing the 3 button while an image is being saved cancels the process and saves the image as a standard image. • When both [Shake Reduction] and [Auto Align] are set to on, be careful of the following points. - Make sure to hold the camera firmly so that the composition of the picture does not change while the three images are taken. If there is a great difference of the composition between three images, [Auto Align] may not be possible.
218 Lens Correction Reduces distortions and lateral chromatic aberrations occurring due to lens properties. Distortion Distortion is the phenomenon in which the center of the image appears inflated (barrel distortion) or the center of the image appears pinched (pincushion distortion). Distortion occurs more easily when using a zoom lens or a small diameter lens, and straight walls or the horizon in the image appear curved.
219 • Corrections can only be made when using DA, DA L, D FA or some FA lenses (p.337). [Lens Correction] cannot be selected when an incompatible lens is attached. • [Distortion Correction] is disabled when using a DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm. • The Lens Correction function is disabled when using an accessory such as a close-up ring or rear converter that is attached between the camera and the lens.
220 Adjusting the Composition Adjusts the Shake Reduction unit in the X-Y direction or rotation direction for a better composition position and a more level camera. Use this when you want to adjust the composition, such as when using a tripod. 1 Select [Composition Adjust.] in the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Composition Adjust.] screen appears. 2 Select [Start Adjustment] and press the 4 button.
4 221 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to normal Live View and is ready to take a picture. • The saved adjustment value is reset when Live View is ended. • When using the composition adjustment function frequently, you can assign the function to the |/Y button. (p.
222 Setting the Image Finishing Tone Setting Custom Image You can set the image finishing tone before shooting. Select from the following nine modes for the image finishing tone: Bright (default setting), Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Muted, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film and Monochrome. You can adjust the following parameters. Parameter Setting Setting Values Sets the color saturation. Saturation • Not available when [Reversal Film] or [Monochrome] is selected. -4 to +4 Sets the color.
223 Image finishing tone is fixed to [Bright] and the parameters cannot be changed in the following conditions. - when the exposure mode is set to B (Green) - when Cross Processing is set 1 Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode. The screen to select a custom image appears. After the power is turned on, the last image taken is displayed in the background. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image finishing tone. Bright R Y M B G C AE.
224 Available operations Front e-dial (R) Rear e-dial (S) | button Main switch (|) L button 5 Switches between enabling and disabling contrast settings. Switches between [Sharpness], [Fine Sharpness] and [Extra Sharpness]. When set to [Fine Sharpness] or [Extra Sharpness], image outlines can be captured with more detail. Resets the set value. Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the setting applied. (Not available during Live View.) Saves the background image.
225 Setting Cross Processing Cross processing is the procedure of deliberately processing a film in the wrong type of chemicals to create an image with different colors and contrast. This camera features digital cross processing, which is done internally. • When Cross Processing is set, the file format is fixed to [JPEG] and cannot be changed. You cannot use Cross Processing when the file format is set to [RAW] or [RAW+].
226 Saving the Cross Processing Setting of a Captured Image The outcome of cross processing varies each time a picture is taken. If you are able to take a cross processed image that you like, you can save the Cross Processing settings used in that image. A total of 3 Cross Processing settings can be saved for still pictures and movies. To save Cross Processing setting for movies, set from [Movie] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu with the mode dial set to C (Movie).
Storing Frequently Used Settings 227 You can save the current camera settings in the A mode and easily retrieve them. The following settings can be stored.
228 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save Settings] and press the four-way controller (5). Save USER Mode Save Settings Rename USER Mode Check Saved Settings Reset USER Mode The [Save Settings] screen appears. MENU 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [A1] to [A5] and press the four-way controller (5).
3 229 Enter the text. Up to 18 single-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols can be entered. Text selection cursor USER1 Rename USER Mode Finish USER1 Text input cursor Delete One Character OK Enter MENU Cancel Available operations Moves the text selection cursor. Rear e-dial (S) | button Moves the text input cursor. Switches between upper and lower case letters. 4 button Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor.
230 3 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [Save USER Mode] screen. USER1 USER1 P 2.0x5 200-800 AWB G1 A1 11 ISO AUTO -0.5 +1.0 JPEG 16M MENU ±0 ±0 ±0 NR ON ±0 WB ON BA ±1 ± 0 1 ±0 AdobeRGB ±0 OK OK ISO NR AUTO Using Saved USER Settings You can easily retrieve saved settings. 1 Set the mode dial to A. The A mode guide appears. 6 2 Shooting Settings Use the four-way controller (45) or the rear e-dial (S) to select [A1] to [A5].
4 231 Take a picture. • The A mode guide appears for 30 seconds regardless of the [Guide Display] setting in the [R Set-up 1] menu. • [A1] to [A5] can also be selected ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR from [USER Mode] in the [A Rec. Mode USER1 USER Mode sRGB 1] menu. USER2 Exposure Mode PEF • [USER Mode] and [Exposure Mode] are USER3 File Format displayed in the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu JPEG Recorded Pixels USER4 USER5 JPEG Quality only when the mode dial is set to A.
232 Resetting to Default Settings Resets the settings saved in A1 to A5 to the default settings. 1 Select [Reset USER Mode] in Step 3 of “Saving the Settings” (p.227) and press the four-way controller (5). The [Reset USER Mode] screen appears. 2 3 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [A1] to [A5] and press the four-way controller (5). Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Reset] and press the 4 button.
7 Playback Functions This chapter describes how to use the various playback functions in Playback mode. Playback Functions Operation ..........................234 Setting the Playback Display Method ...............236 Enlarging Images ...............................................237 Displaying Multiple Images ...............................238 Playing Back Images Continuously ..................246 Rotating Images .................................................249 Deleting Multiple Images .............
234 Playback Functions Operation Make settings related to playing back images in the playback mode palette or [Q Playback] menu. Refer to “Using the Menus” (p.42) for details on how to use the menus. Playback Mode Palette Setting Items Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode to display the playback mode palette. You can display the playback mode palette even when a movie is paused. Image Rotation 7 Playback Functions Rotates captured images.
235 Item Function Page K Save as Manual WB *1 You can copy the white balance setting of a captured image and save it as Manual White Balance. p.213 h RAW Development *1 Converts RAW images to JPEG format. p.271 p Index *1 Joins a number of images together and creates a new image with them. p.243 g Image Comparison *1 Displays two images side-by-side. p.241 [ Movie Editing *3 Divides a movie and extracts segments from it. p.179 Z Protect Protects images from being accidentally erased. p.
Setting the Playback Display Method 236 You can set the initial magnification when enlarging images, whether to display the Bright/Dark Area warning, and whether to automatically rotate images that are shot with the camera held vertically in Playback mode. 1 2 Select [Quick Zoom] in the [Q Playback 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the magnification and press the 4 button. Select from [Off] (default setting), [×2], [×4], [×8], [×16] or [×32].
Enlarging Images 237 Images can be magnified up to 32 times in Playback mode. 1 Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image in Playback mode. 100-0001 JPEG 1/ 2000 2 F5.6 ISO 200 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to the right (toward y). 100-0001 The image enlarges at each click (1.2 times to 32 times). x20 7 Available operations Moves the area to enlarge. Enlarges the image (up to 32 times).
Displaying Multiple Images 238 Multi-image Display Screen You can display 4, 9, 16, 36 or 81 thumbnail images on the monitor at the same time. The default setting is nine image-display. 1 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to the left (toward f) in Playback mode. The multi-image display screen appears. Up to nine thumbnail images are displayed at once.
239 Available operations Four-way controller (2345) M button Moves the selection frame. Displays the [Multi-img Display Setting] screen. Use the four-way controller (45) to select the number of images to display at the same time. Multi-img Display Setting Display Type MENU Cancel INFO OK OK (Display Type cannot be selected when developing multiple RAW images (p.272).) i button 2 Selects multiple images and deletes them. (p.250) Press the 4 button.
240 2 Select the folder you want to display. The number of images saved in the selected folder appears at the top right of the screen. 100 101 12345 102 103 104 105 100_0105 Available operations Four-way controller Moves the selection frame. (2345) Deletes the selected folder and all the images in it. (p.252) i button 3 Press the 4 button. The multi-image display screen for the selected folder appears.
The calendar display screen appears. Only the dates when pictures were taken are displayed. Number of images shot on this date 2010. 9 WED 22 FRI 24 MON 27 2010. 10 THU 7 SUN 10 WED 13 SAT 16 Shooting 241 2/5 Delete INFO Thumbnail Available operations Four-way controller (23) Four-way controller (45) Rear e-dial (S) to the right (y) M button i button 3 Selects a shooting date. Selects an image taken on the selected shooting date. Displays the selected image.
242 3 Select two images you want to compare using the e-dials and compare them at left and right. 100-0001 x2 MENU 100-0001 x2 OK Available operations 4 button Four-way controller (2345) | button Returns a position of the enlarged area to the center. Front e-dial (R) When the selection frame is placed on the left or right image, the previous or next image is displayed. Enlarges or reduces the image.
243 Joining Multiple Images (Index) Join a number of images together and display them as an index print. You can also save the displayed index print as a new image. You can select the images to include in the index print or have them randomly-arranged. This function is not available for movies. 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode. The playback mode palette appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select p (Index) and press the 4 button. The [Index] screen appears.
244 7 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Backgrnd.] and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the background color and press the 4 button. Index Layout 12 Images Backgrnd. Selection You can select a white or black background. Create an index image MENU Cancel 9 10 OK OK Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Selection] and press the four-way controller (5).
12 245 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save] or [Reshuffle] and press the 4 button. Save Reshuffle Cancel MENU OK OK Save The index image is saved as a P and C file. Reshuffle Reselects the images to be included in the index and displays a new index image. However, if [Thumbnail] is selected for [Layout], this item is not displayed. After the index image is saved, the camera returns to Playback mode and the index image is displayed.
Playing Back Images Continuously 246 You can play back all images saved on your SD Memory Card successively in the slideshow. Setting the Slideshow Display Sets how images will be displayed during the Slideshow. 1 Select [Slideshow] in the [Q Playback 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The screen to make the slideshow settings appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select an item you want to change. The following items can be changed.
3 247 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to change the setting and press the 4 button. Start Interval Screen Effect Repeat Playback MENU Cancel 3sec. 5sec. 10sec. 30sec. OK OK Starting the Slideshow 1 Select [Start] in Step 2 on p.246 and press the 4 button. Or, select u (Slideshow) in the playback mode palette and press the 4 button. The start screen is displayed and the slideshow begins. Start OK 7 4 button Pauses playback. Press again to resume playback.
248 2 Stop the slideshow. Slideshow ends when one of the following operations is performed during playback or pause. - the four-way controller (3) is pressed *1 - the Q button is pressed *1 - the 3 button is pressed *1 - the shutter release button is pressed halfway or fully *2 - the mode dial is turned *2 - the = button is pressed *2 - the main switch is turned to | *2 *1 After slideshow ends, the camera switches to normal Playback mode. *2 After slideshow ends, the camera switches to Capture mode.
Rotating Images 249 When pictures are taken with X held vertically, the vertical position sensor activates and rotation information is added to the image to enable playback with the correct image orientation. You can change the rotation information and save the image using the following procedure. • When [23. Saving Rotation Info] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu (p.92) is set to [Off], the image rotation information is not saved when shooting. • When [Auto Image Rotation] (p.
Deleting Multiple Images 250 Deleting Selected Images You can delete multiple images in the multi-image display at once. Deleted images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. • You can select up to 100 images at a time. 1 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to the left (toward f) in Playback mode. The multi-image display screen appears. 7 Playback Functions 2 Press the i button. The screen to select the images to delete is displayed.
251 Available operations 4 Four-way controller (2345) 4 button Moves the selection frame. Rear e-dial (S) Displays a full screen display of the image selected with the selection frame. When the image is displayed full screen, press the four-way controller (45) to display the previous or next image. Adds O and selects an image. Press again to return to P. Protected images (Z) cannot be selected. Press the i button. The delete confirmation screen appears.
252 Deleting a Folder You can delete a selected folder and all the images in it. 1 Turn the rear e-dial (S) two clicks to the left (toward f) in Playback mode. The folder display screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select a folder to delete and press the i button. 100 101 12345 102 The delete folder confirmation screen appears. 103 104 105 100_0105 7 Playback Functions 3 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete].
253 Deleting All Images You can delete all saved images at once. Deleted images cannot be restored. 1 Select [Delete All Images] in the [Q Playback 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The confirmation screen for deleting all images is displayed. 2 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Delete All Images]. All images will be deleted from memory Delete All Images Cancel OK OK 3 7 Press the 4 button.
Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) 254 You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. Even protected images are deleted if the inserted SD Memory Card is formatted. Protecting a Single Image 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode. The playback mode palette appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select Z (Protect) and press the 4 button. The screen to select the protection setting method is displayed.
6 255 Press the 4 button. The image is protected and the Y icon appears at the top right of the screen. Repeat Steps 4 to 6 to protect other images. 7 Press the 3 button. The camera returns to Playback mode. Protecting All Images 1 2 Select [All Images] in Step 3 on p.254 and press the 4 button. Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Protect] and press the 4 button. 7 Protect Unprotect MENU OK OK Playback Functions All images saved on the SD Memory Card are protected.
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device 256 You can connect the camera to a TV or other device with a video input terminal or HDMI terminal and play back images. • If you intend to use the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter kit K-AC50 (optional) is recommended. (p.53) • For an AV device with multiple video input terminals, check the operating manual of the AV device, and select a suitable video input terminal for connecting the camera.
4 257 Turn the AV device and camera on. The camera turns on in video mode, and the camera information is displayed on the screen of the connected AV device. Even if you used an external microphone to record movie sound in stereo, monaural sound is played back. Selecting the Video Output Format When the hometown is set at the time of initial setting (p.63), the video output format is set in accordance with that region.
258 Connecting the Camera to an HDMI Terminal Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect the camera to a device with an HDMI terminal. 1 2 7 3 Playback Functions 4 Turn the AV device and camera off. Open the terminal cover and connect the HDMI cable to the mini HDMI terminal. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI input terminal on the AV device. Turn the AV device and camera on.
259 Selecting the HDMI Output Format Set the output signal format of the HDMI terminal. 1 2 Select [HDMI Out] in the [R Set-up 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select the HDMI output format. Auto The maximum size corresponding to the AV device and camera is automatically selected.
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8 Processing Images This chapter describes how to process pictures taken and edit RAW images. Changing the Image Size ...................................262 Processing Images with Digital Filters .............265 Developing RAW Images ...................................
Changing the Image Size 262 Changes the number of recorded pixels and quality level of the image, and saves the image as a new file. Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels and Quality Level (Resize) Changes the number of recorded pixels and quality level of the selected image and saves it as a new image. The number of recorded pixels can be reduced while still obtaining an image with good quality. • Only JPEG files captured with this camera can be resized.
6 263 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. 7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as] and press the 4 button. Saves the image as a new file The resized image is saved as a new image. Save as Cancel MENU OK OK Cutting Out Part of the Image (Cropping) Cuts out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new image.The aspect ratio can also be changed. • Only JPEG and RAW files captured with this camera can be cropped.
264 4 Specify the size and position of the area to crop by using cropping frame. MENU OK INFO 3:2 Available operations Rear e-dial (S) Changes the size of the cropping frame. Four-way controller (2345) Moves the cropping frame. M button Changes the aspect ratio. Select from [3:2], [4:3], [16:9] or [1:1]. The image can also be rotated from -45° to +45° in increments of 1°. Aspect Ratio Image Rotation 3:2 ±0° MENU | button 8 Processing Images 5 Rotates the cropping frame in 90° increments.
Processing Images with Digital Filters 265 You can edit captured images using digital filters. The following filters are available. Filter Name Effect Parameter Creates an image that looks Shading Level: +1 to +3 Toy Camera as though it was shot with a Blur: +1 to +3 toy camera. Tone Break: Red/Green/Blue/Yellow Toning (B-A): 7 levels Retro Creates an image with the look of an old photo. High Contrast Enhances the contrast in the image.
266 Filter Name Color Effect Parameter Color: Red/Magenta/Blue/Cyan/ Adds a color filter to the image. Select from 18 filters Green/Yellow (6 colors × 3 tones). Color Density: Light/Standard/Dark Extracted Color 1: Red/Magenta/ Blue/Cyan/Green/Yellow Extract Color Extracts two specific colors Extractable Range of Color 1: -2 to +2 and shoots the rest of the Extracted Color 2: Red/Magenta/ image in black and white.
267 Only JPEG and RAW files captured with this camera can be edited using the Digital Filter. Applying the Digital Filter 1 2 Select an image for applying the digital filter in Playback mode. Press the four-way controller (3). The playback mode palette appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select D (Digital Filter) and press the 4 button. The screen to select a filter appears. 4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select a filter and press the 4 button.
268 6 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. 7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Use filters in combination] or [Save as]. Select [Use filters in combination] when you want to apply additional filters to the same image. Continue selecting filters? Use filters in combination Save as Cancel MENU 8 OK OK Press the 4 button. If [Use filters in combination] was selected, the camera returns to Step 4.
4 269 To check the parameter details, press the M button. 100-0001 Reapplies following digital filter effects from previous image You can check the filter parameters. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. MENU 5 9. 13. 10. 14. 11. 15. 12. 16. INFO Details 17. - 18. - 19. - 20. - OK OK Press the 4 button. The image selection screen appears. 6 Use the four-way controller (45) to select an image for applying the same filter effects and press the 4 button.
270 Searching for the Original Image Searches for and displays the original image prior to digital filter application. 1 Select [Searching for the original image] in Step 3 on p.268 and press the 4 button. The original image prior to digital filter application is retrieved.
Developing RAW Images 271 You can convert captured RAW files into JPEG or TIFF files. Only RAW files captured with this camera can be edited. RAW files and JPEG files captured with other cameras cannot be edited on this camera. Developing One RAW Image 1 Select a RAW image in Playback mode. 2 Press the four-way controller (3). The playback mode palette appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select h (RAW Development) and press the 4 button.
272 5 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. 6 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as] and press the 4 button. RAW JPEG Saves the image as a new file The RAW image is developed and saved as a new image. Save as Cancel MENU 7 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Continue] or [Exit]. Select [Continue] to edit other images. OK OK Image developed and stored. Continue developing? Continue Exit OK OK 8 Press the 4 button.
3 273 Press the L button. The development confirmation screen appears. 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Develop images as shot] or [Develop images with modified settings]. To change parameters, select [Develop images with modified settings]. Refer to “Specifying the Parameters” (p.274) for details. The screen to select a parameter appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (2345) to set [File Format], [Recorded Pixels] and [Quality Level].
274 Specifying the Parameters Specify the parameters for developing RAW images. The following parameters can be changed. Parameter 8 Value Page Processing Images File Format JPEG/TIFF Recorded Pixels *1 p (4928×3264)/J (3936×2624)/ P (3072×2048)/i (1728×1152) p.200 Quality Level *1 Z (Premium) / C (Best) / D (Better) / E (Good) p.201 Custom Image Bright/Natural/Portrait/Landscape/Vibrant/ Muted/Bleach Bypass/Reversal Film/ Monochrome p.
2 275 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the value. Press the four-way controller (5) to display the setting screen for White Balance and Custom Image. 3 Press the 4 button. The save confirmation screen appears. 4 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Save as] and press the 4 button. The RAW image is developed and saved as a new image. • You cannot save the background image and use Digital Preview with White Balance and Custom Image.
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9 Changing Additional Settings This chapter describes how to change additional settings. How to Operate the Set-up Menu ......................278 Formatting the SD Memory Card ......................281 Customizing Buttons and Dials ........................282 Setting the Beep, Date and Time, and Display Language ............................................................288 Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display.....293 Setting the Folder/File Number .........................
278 How to Operate the Set-up Menu Perform general settings related to the camera in the [R Set-up] menu. Refer to “Using the Menus” (p.42) for details on how to use the menus. Set-up Menu Setting Items Perform the following settings in the [R Set-up 1-4] menus. Press the 3 button in Capture/Playback mode and use the four-way controller (45) to display the [R Set-up 1-4] menus. Menu Item Page Language/u Changes the language in which menus and messages appear. p.
279 Menu R2 R3 Function Page Brightness Level Changes the brightness of the monitor. p.297 LCD Color Tuning Adjusts the color of the monitor. p.298 Video Out Sets the output format when connecting to an AV device with a video input terminal. p.257 HDMI Out Sets the HDMI output format when connecting to an AV device with an HDMI terminal. p.259 USB Connection Sets the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer. p.
280 [R Set-up 1] menu [R Set-up 2] menu 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 English Date Adjustment World Time Text Size Beep Guide Display Status Screen MENU Exit Standard 3sec. [R Set-up 3] menu Brightness Level LCD Color Tuning Video Out HDMI Out USB Connection Folder Name Create New Folder MENU Exit NTSC Auto MSC Date [R Set-up 4] menu 1 2 3 4 9 ±0 1 2 3 4 File Name IMGP Copyright Information Auto Power Off 1min.
Formatting the SD Memory Card 281 Use this camera to format (initialize) an SD Memory Card that is unused or has been used on other cameras or digital devices. Formatting deletes all the data saved on the SD Memory Card. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card may be damaged and become unusable. • Formatting deletes all data, either protected or unprotected. Be aware. 1 Select [Format] in the [R Set-up 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Format] screen appears.
Customizing Buttons and Dials 282 You can set the functions for when the |/Y button, = button or Preview dial is operated, or when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Setting the Function for the E-dials For each exposure mode, you can set the functions for when the front and rear e-dials or | button are operated. 1 Select [E-Dial Programming] in the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [E-Dial Programming 1] screen appears.
283 Exposure Mode e K R Front E-dial | Button b (Shutter speed) c (Aperture) }e (Return to e) c (Aperture) b (Shutter speed) }e (Return to e) m (EV Compensation) eSHIFT (Program Shift) eLINE (Program Line) eSHIFT (Program Shift) m (EV Compensation) eLINE (Program Line) – – – – o (Sensitivity) – o (Sensitivity) – – eSHIFT (Program Shift) o (Sensitivity) eLINE (Program Line) o (Sensitivity) eSHIFT (Program Shift) eLINE (Program Line) m (EV Compensation) o (Sensitivity) – o (
284 Exposure Mode R Front E-dial – S Rear E-dial c (Aperture) c (Aperture) c | Button – – – m (EV Compensation) c (Aperture) – c (Aperture) m (EV Compensation) – o (Sensitivity) c (Aperture) o AUTO c (Aperture) o (Sensitivity) o AUTO b (Shutter speed) c (Aperture) c (Aperture) b (Shutter speed) eLINE (Program Line) L /a bSHIFT (Shutter speed shift) cSHIFT (Aperture shift) – – p 9 c (Aperture) c (Aperture) – – Changing Additional Settings o (Sensitivity) c (Aperture) – c (A
285 Exposure Mode R Front E-dial – c (Aperture) c (Aperture) C | Button S Rear E-dial – m (EV Compensation) c (Aperture) c (Aperture) m (EV Compensation) cSHIFT (Aperture shift) – 5 Press the 4 button. 6 Press the 3 button three times. The camera is ready to take a picture. Setting the Function for the Buttons You can set the functions for when the |/Y button, = button, Preview dial (main switch |) is operated, or when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
286 3 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select a function. The following functions can be assigned to each button. Button |/Y button Setting Page One Push File Format Temporarily changes the file format. p.203 Exposure Bracketing Sets the Exposure Bracketing. p.157 Digital Preview Displays the Digital Preview. p.138 Electronic Level Displays the Electronic Level on the monitor. p.28 Composition Adjust. Displays the [Composition Adjust.] screen. p.
287 4 Press the 4 button. 5 Press the 3 button three times. The camera is ready to take a picture.
Setting the Beep, Date and Time, and Display Language 288 Setting the Beep You can turn the camera operation beep on or off, or change its volume. By default, all available items are set to O (On), and the volume level is set to [3]. The following items can be set. • • • • • • In-focus AE-L (AE Lock operation sound) Self-timer Remote Control Mirror Up One Push File Format (operation sound when [One Push File Format] is assigned to the |/Y button) • Press OK for 1 sec.
5 289 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Changing the Date and Time Display You can change the initial date and time settings, and set their display formats. Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/mm/dd] for the date display format, and [12h] (12-hour display) or [24h] (24-hour display) for the time display format. Set in [Date Adjustment] in the [R Set-up 1] menu (p.278). 1 Setting the Date and Time (p.
290 3 Press the four-way controller (3). The selection frame moves to X (Destination setting). 4 Press the four-way controller (5). The [X Destination] screen appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (45) to select a destination city. Turn the rear e-dial (S) to change the region. The location, time difference and current time of the selected city appear. Destination London DST MENU Cancel +06:00 16:00 6 Press the four-way controller (23) to select [DST].
291 List of World Time Cities Region North America Central and South America Europe Region Africa/ West Asia East Asia City Dakar Algiers Johannesburg Istanbul Cairo Jerusalem Nairobi Jeddah Tehran Dubai Karachi Kabul Male Delhi Colombo Kathmandu Dacca Yangon Bangkok Kuala Lumpur Vientiane Singapore Phnom Penh Ho chi Minh Jakarta Hong Kong Beijing Shanghai Manila Taipei Seoul Tokyo Guam 9 Changing Additional Settings City Honolulu Anchorage Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles Calgary Denver Chicago M
292 Region Oceania City Perth Adelaide Sydney Noumea Wellington Auckland Pago Pago Setting the Display Language You can change the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed. The camera supports the following languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and Japanese. Set in [Language/u] of the [R Set-up 1] menu (p.278).
Adjusting the Monitor and the Menu Display 293 Setting the Text Size You can set the text size of an item selected on the respective menu screens to [Standard] (normal display) or [Large] (magnified display). Set in [Text Size] of the [R Set-up 1] menu (p.278). 1 2 3 4 English Date Adjustment World Time Text Size Beep Guide Display Status Screen MENU Cancel Standard Large 3sec.
294 Setting the Initial Menu Tab Displayed Set the initial menu tab displayed on the monitor when the 3 button is pressed. 1 Select [24. Save Menu Location] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [24. Save Menu Location] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Reset Menu Location] or [Save Menu Location] and press the 4 button. 24.
295 Setting the Status Screen Display You can set whether to display the status screen on the monitor and set the display color of the status screen, control panel and playback mode palette. 1 Select [Status Screen] in the [R Set-up 1] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Status Screen] screen appears. 2 3 4 Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. O Displays the status screen. (default setting) P Does not display the status screen.
296 Setting the Display for Instant Review You can set the Instant Review display settings. 1 Select [Instant Review] in the [A Rec. Mode 5] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Instant Review] screen appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (5) and use the four-way controller (23) to select a display time. Instant Review Display Time Histogram Bright/Dark Area Enlarge Instant Review MENU Cancel 3 4 5 1sec. 3sec. 5sec. Off OK OK Press the 4 button.
297 Adjusting the Brightness of the Monitor You can adjust the brightness of the monitor. Adjust the settings when the monitor is hard to see. 1 Select [Brightness Level] in the [R Set-up 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Brightness Level] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (45) to adjust the brightness. Brightness Level +2 You can select from 15 brightness levels. The value is reset to ±0 when the | button is pressed. MENU Cancel 3 Press the 4 button.
298 Adjusting the Color of the Monitor You can adjust the color of the monitor. 1 Select [LCD Color Tuning] in the [R Set-up 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [LCD Color Tuning] screen appears. 2 Adjust the color. Seven levels (225 patterns) are available on the G-M and B-A axes. LCD Color Tuning G B ±0 ±0 MENU Cancel A M ±0 OK OK Available operations Four-way controller (23) Adjusts the tone of the colors between green (G) and magenta (M).
299 Setting the Electronic Level Display This camera is equipped with an electronic level for detecting whether the camera is level, as indicated on the bar graph in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel and monitor. Select whether to display the bar graph. 1 2 3 Select [Electronic Level] in the [A Rec. Mode 4] menu. Use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. O Displays the bar graph of the electronic level. P Does not display the bar graph of the electronic level.
Setting the Folder/File Number 300 Changing the Naming System of the Folder You can select a naming system of the folder for storing images. Date The two digits of the month and day on which the picture was taken are assigned as the folder name in the form of [xxx_MMDD]. [xxx] is a sequential number from 100 to 999. [MMDD] (month and day) appears according to the display style set in [Date Adjustment] (p.289).
301 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Create folder] and press the 4 button. A folder with a new number is created. Create New Folder Creates a new storage folder with the following name: 101 PENTX Create folder Cancel OK OK Only one folder can be created using this operation. Multiple empty folders cannot be created consecutively. Selecting the File Number Setting You can select a method for assigning the file number of an image when saved to a new folder. Set in [File No.] of [Memory] (p.
302 Setting the File Name You can change the file names of images. The default naming conventions are as follows depending on the [Color Space] (p.212) setting in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. “xxxx” indicates the file number. This is displayed as a four-digit sequential number. (p.301) Color Space File Name sRGB IMGPxxxx.JPG AdobeRGB _IGPxxxx.JPG For sRGB, you can change [IMGP] (4 characters) to the desired characters.
3 303 Change the text. Text selection cursor File Name Finish Text input cursor MENU Cancel OK Enter Available operations Four-way controller (2345) Rear e-dial (S) 4 button 4 Moves the text selection cursor. Moves the text input cursor. Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor. After entering the text, move the text selection cursor to [Finish] and press the 4 button. The file name is changed. 5 Press the 3 button twice.
304 Selecting the Power Settings Setting the Auto Power Off Function You can set the camera to turn off automatically if unused after a certain length of time. Select from [1min.] (default setting), [3min.], [5min.], [10min.], [30min.] or [Off]. Set in [Auto Power Off] of the [R Set-up 3] menu (p.279). 1 2 3 4 File Name Copyright Information Auto Power Off Select Battery Reset MENU Cancel IMGP 1min. 3min. 5min. 10min. 30min.
305 Selecting a Battery You can set the battery priority to the camera or the battery grip when the optional battery grip D-BG4 (p.345) is attached. 1 Select [Select Battery] in the [R Set-up 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Select Battery] screen appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (5). Select Battery Auto Select MENU 3 Auto Select Priority is given to the battery with the most remaining power.
306 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the AA battery type and press the 4 button. When set to [Auto-detect], the camera will automatically detect the type of batteries being used. Select Battery AUTO AA Battery Type AUTO Auto-detect Ni-MH Nickel-Metal Hydride AL Alkaline Li Lithium MENU Cancel 6 OK OK Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.
Setting the Photographer Information 307 The camera type, shooting conditions and other information are automatically embedded in captured images in the Exif data format. You can embed photographer information in this Exif. Use the provided “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” software (p.322) to check the Exif information. 1 Select [Copyright Information] in the [R Set-up 3] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Copyright Information] screen appears.
308 4 Enter the text. Up to 32 single-byte alphanumeric characters and symbols can be entered. Text selection cursor Photographer Finish Text input cursor Delete One Character MENU Cancel OK Enter Available operations Four-way controller (2345) Moves the text selection cursor. Rear e-dial (S) | button Moves the text input cursor. Switches between upper and lower case letters. Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor.
Setting the DPOF Settings 309 You can order conventional photograph prints by taking the SD Memory Card with recorded images to a store for printing. DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) settings allow you to specify the number of copies and whether to imprint the date. • DPOF settings cannot be applied to RAW images. • You can make DPOF settings for up to 999 images. 1 Press the four-way controller (3) in Playback mode. The playback mode palette appears.
310 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select the number of copies. You can set up to 99 copies. K appears at the top right of the screen for images with DPOF settings. To cancel the DPOF settings, set the number of copies to [00]. 6 Turn the rear e-dial (S) to select O or P for printing the date. O The date will be printed. P The date will not be printed. 100-0105 Copies MENU 01 Date Date OK OK Repeat Steps 4 to 6 to make DPOF settings for other images (up to 999). 7 Press the 4 button.
Correcting Defective Pixels in the CMOS Sensor (Pixel Mapping) 311 Pixel Mapping is a function for mapping out and correcting defective pixels in the CMOS sensor. 1 Select [Pixel Mapping] in the [R Set-up 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Pixel Mapping] screen appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Pixel Mapping] and press the 4 button. Defective pixels are mapped and corrected, and the screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.
Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory) 312 You can select which function settings to save when the camera is turned off. The following function settings can be saved. Function Flash Mode Default Setting O Function Default Setting Cross Processing P Drive Mode O Extended Bracketing O White Balance O Digital Filter P Custom Image O HDR Capture P Sensitivity O Playback Info Display O EV Compensation O File No. O Flash Exposure Comp.
4 313 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. • Set [File No.] to O (On) to continue the sequential numbering for the file name even if a new folder is created. Refer to “Selecting the File Number Setting” (p.301). • When the [R Set-up] menu is reset (p.335), all Memory settings return to the default values.
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10 Connecting to a Computer This chapter explains how to connect the camera to your computer, install the supplied CD-ROM, etc. Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer ............................................................316 Saving Images on Your Computer ....................317 Using the Provided Software ............................
316 Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer The captured still pictures and movies can be transferred to a computer by connecting the X using a USB cable and can be managed using the provided software. We recommend the following system requirements to connect your camera to a computer or to use the software “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” included on the CD-ROM (S-SW110).
Saving Images on Your Computer 317 Setting the USB Connection Mode Set the USB connection mode when connecting to a computer via the provided USB cable (I-USB7). The default setting is [MSC]. 1 2 Select [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up 2] menu and press the four-way controller (5). Use the four-way controller (23) to select [MSC] or [PTP]. Refer to p.318 for details.
318 MSC and PTP MSC (Mass Storage Class) A general-purpose driver program that handles devices connected to the computer via USB as a memory device. Also indicates a standard for controlling USB devices with this driver. By simply connecting a device that supports USB Mass Storage Class, you can copy, read, and write files from a computer without installing a dedicated driver.
3 319 Turn your camera on. The camera is recognized as a removable disk or an SD Memory Card with a volume label “K-5”. If the “K-5” dialog appears when the camera is turned on, select [Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer] and click the OK button. 4 Save the captured images to your computer. Drag and drop the image file(s) or the folder containing the image files in your camera to the hard disk of your computer or the desktop. 5 Disconnect your camera from your computer.
Using the Provided Software 320 “PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4” is included on the CD-ROM (SSW110). Using the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4, you can manage images saved on your computer, and develop RAW files taken with the X and adjust the color of the images. Compatible file formats: .bmp (BMP)/.jpg (JPEG)/.pef (files recorded in PENTAX’s original RAW format)/.png (PNG)/.tif (TIFF)/.dng (DNG format RAW file) Installing the Software You can install the software from the provided CD-ROM.
3 321 Click [PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4]. For Windows, proceed to Step 4. For Macintosh, follow the instructions on the screen to perform subsequent steps. 4 5 Select the desired language in the [Choose Setup Language] screen and click [OK]. When the [InstallShield Wizard] screen appears in the selected language, click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen to perform subsequent steps.
322 Screens of the PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 When PENTAX Digital Camera Utility 4 is launched, the following screen (browser) appears. The screenshots used in this explanation are for Windows. Browser tab set (default setting) You can perform the file management functions such as viewing and organizing the images. 1 2 3 4 3 10 Connecting to a Computer 5 1Menu Bar This executes functions or makes various settings. For Macintosh, the Menu bar appears at the top of the desktop.
3Control Panel Shooting information and settings of the selected image appear in this panel. The set of tab pages displayed in Control Panel can be changed by pressing the Browser, Laboratory and Custom buttons on the Tool bar. 323 4File Display Pane The file list and the images in the selected folder appear here. 5Status Bar Information on the selected item appears. Laboratory tab set (default setting) The control panel for adjusting the image appears here.
324 Custom tab set (default setting) The screen display can be customized here. The Custom tab pages enable you to customize whether to show/hide the various tab pages in accordance with your needs. By default, all tab pages are displayed. Viewing Detailed Information on the Software Refer to Help for details on using the software program. 10 1 Connecting to a Computer Click the bar. button on the Tool Or, select [PENTAX Digital Camera Utility Help] from the [Help] menu.
325 Regarding Product Registration To better serve you, please take a moment to register your software. Click [Product Registration] on the screen in Step 3 on p.321. A world map for Internet Product Registration is displayed. If your computer is connected to the Internet, click the displayed country or region and then follow the instructions to register your software. Note that you can only register online if your country or area is shown.
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11 Appendix Default Settings ..................................................328 Resetting the Menus ..........................................335 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations .....................................................337 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor ...............................340 Optional Accessories .........................................345 Error Messages ..................................................351 Troubleshooting ............................................
328 Default Settings The table below shows the factory default settings. The functions set in Memory (p.312) are saved even when the camera is turned off. Reset Setting Yes: The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.335). No : The setting is saved even after reset. Direct Keys Reset Setting Page Drive Mode 9 (Single Frame Shooting) Yes p.151 p.143 p.145 p.157 p.149 Flash Mode Depends on the capture mode Yes p.77 White Balance F (Auto) Yes p.
329 Item Type Extended Bracketing Bracketing Amount Digital Filter Default Setting Reset Setting Off Yes BA±1 (White Balance)/ ±1 (other than White Balance) Yes Not use any filters Yes HDR Capture HDR Capture Off Yes Auto Align P (Off) Yes Multiexposure Number of Shots 2 times Yes Auto EV Adjustment P (Off) Yes Interval 1 sec.
330 Item Autofocus Method Live View Yes Off Yes Info Overlay O (On) Yes Histogram P (Off) P (Off) P (Off) P (Off) Yes k (On) Electronic Level Horizon Correction Shake Reduction Input Focal Length p.140 Yes p.140 p.142 Yes Yes Histogram P (Off) P (Off) Yes O (On) Yes P (Off) P (Off) Yes O (On) Yes Bright/Dark Area Enlarge Instant Review e Rb, Sc, |´e K R–, So, |– b Rb, S–, |– c R–, Sc, |– E-Dial Programming L/a 11 p.299 Yes 1 sec.
331 Default Setting Reset Setting Cross Processing, Digital Filter, HDR Capture P (Off) Yes Other than the above functions O (On) Yes – Yes*2 Item Memory Save USER Mode Page p.312 p.227 *1 Appears only when the mode dial is set to A. *2 The saved settings are reset only with [Reset USER Mode] in the [Save USER Mode] screen. Playback Mode Palette Item Image Rotation Default Setting Reset Setting Page – – p.249 Toy Camera Yes*3 p.
332 [Q Playback] Menu Slideshow Item Default Setting Reset Setting Interval 3 sec. Yes Screen Effect Repeat Playback Quick Zoom Off Yes P (Off) Yes Page p.246 Off Yes P (Off) O (On) Yes – – p.253 Default Setting Reset Setting Page According to default setting No p.292 According to default setting No p.
333 Reset Setting Page – – p.300 IMGP/_IGP No*4 p.302 No p.307 1 min. Yes p.304 Select Battery Auto Select Yes AA Battery Type Auto-detect – Yes – p.335 – – p.311 p.341 Item Create New Folder File Name Copyright Information Embed Copyright Data Photographer Copyright Holder Auto Power Off Select Battery Reset Pixel Mapping Default Setting P (Off) – – p.305 – – Dust Removal – – Start-up Action O (On) Yes Sensor Cleaning – – p.343 Format – – p.
334 Item 14. Superimpose AF Area Default Setting Reset Setting Page On Yes p.128 15. AF.S Setting Focus-priority Yes p.123 16. AF.C Setting Focus-priority Yes p.123 17. AF Assist Light On Yes p.124 18. AF with Remote Control Off Yes p.148 19. Remote Control in Bulb Mode1 Off Yes p.116 20. Release While Charging Yes p.82 21. Flash in Wireless Mode On Yes p.191 22. LCD Panel Illumination High Yes p.37 23. Saving Rotation Info On Yes p.249 24.
Resetting the Menus 335 Resetting the Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menus Settings in the [A Rec. Mode] menu, [Q Playback] menu, [R Set-up] menu, direct keys and playback mode palette can be reset to default settings. Language/u, Date Adjustment, the city and DST settings for World Time, Text Size, Video Output, Copyright Information and [A Custom Setting] menu settings are not reset. [Reset] cannot be selected when the mode dial is set to A.
336 Resetting the Custom Menu Reset settings in [A Custom Setting] menu to default values. 1 Select [Reset Custom Functions] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu and press the four-way controller (5). The [Reset Custom Functions] screen appears. 2 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Reset] and press the 4 button. The settings are reset, and the screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again.
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations 337 Only DA, DA L and FA J lenses and D FA/FA/F/A lenses which have an s (Auto) position on the aperture ring can be used with factory default settings. Refer to “Notes on [27. Using Aperture Ring]” (p.339) for other lenses and D FA/FA/F/A lenses with aperture ring set to a position other than s. z: Functions are available when the aperture ring is set to the s position. # : Some functions are restricted. × : Functions are unavailable.
338 *1 *2 *3 *4 Lenses with a maximum aperture of F2.8 or faster. Only available at the s position. Lenses with a maximum aperture of F5.6 or faster. When using the built-in flash and AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF200FG or AF160FC. Aberration correction is available in [Lens Correction] of the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. The [Distortion Correction] setting is disabled when using the DA 10-17mm FISH-EYE lens. *5 Only available with compatible lenses. *6 To use an FA/F SOFT 85 mm F2.8 lens or FA SOFT 28 mm F2.
339 Notes on [27. Using Aperture Ring] When [27. Using Aperture Ring] is set to [Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu, the shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F or A lens is not set to the s (Auto) position or a lens without an s position is attached. However, some features will be restricted as shown below. 27.
Cleaning the CMOS Sensor 340 If the CMOS sensor becomes dirty or dusty, shadows may appear in the image in certain situations such as when shooting against a white background. This indicates that the CMOS sensor must be cleaned. Removing Dust with Ultrasonic Vibrations (Dust Removal) Dust adhering to the CMOS sensor is removed by applying ultrasonic vibrations to the filter on the front surface of the CMOS sensor for approximately one second.
341 Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) Dust Alert is a function that detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust. You can save an image indicating the dust location and display it when performing sensor cleaning (p.343). The following conditions must be met before using the Dust Alert function: - A DA, DA L, FA J lens or a D FA, FA or F lens that has an s (Auto) position is attached.
342 2 Fully display a white wall or other bright subject with no detail in the viewfinder and press the shutter release button fully. Dust Alert Checks for dust on the sensor. Press shutter release button to reveal dust location After image processing is performed, the Dust Alert image appears. MENU If the message [The operation could not be completed correctly] is displayed, press the 4 button and take another picture. 3 SHUTTER Check Check the sensor for dust.
343 Removing Dust with a Blower Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the CMOS sensor with a blower. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning because the CMOS sensor is a precision part. Cleaning services involve a fee. You can use the optional Imagesensor Cleaning kit O-ICK1 (p.350) when cleaning the CMOS sensor. • Do not use a spray type blower. • Do not perform Sensor Cleaning during Bulb shooting.
344 4 Press the four-way controller (2) to select [Mirror Up] and press the 4 button. The mirror is locked in the up position. If you used Dust Alert to detect dust on the sensor within the last 30 minutes, the Dust Alert image appears on the monitor. Clean the sensor while checking the location of the dust. 5 Sensor Cleaning Raises mirror and opens shutter for access to clean sensor. Turn the power off to finish Mirror Up Cancel Clean the CMOS sensor.
Optional Accessories 345 A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. Contact a PENTAX Service Center for details regarding accessories. Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with the camera. Power Supply Accessories Battery Charger kit K-BC90 (*) (Kit includes Battery Charger D-BC90 and AC plug cord.) Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90 (*) AC Adapter kit K-AC50 (Kit includes AC Adapter D-AC50 and AC plug cord.
346 Flash Accessories Auto Flash AF540FGZ Auto Flash AF360FGZ The AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ are PTTL auto flash units with a maximum guide number of 54 and 36 (ISO 100/m), respectively. Their features include slave-sync flash, contrast-control-sync flash, high-speed sync flash, wireless flash, slow-speed sync and trailing curtain sync flash. AF540FGZ AF360FGZ Auto Flash AF200FG The AF200FG is a P-TTL auto flash unit with a maximum guide number of 20 (ISO 100/m).
347 Hot Shoe Adapter FG Extension Cord F5P Hot Shoe Adapter FG Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Use the adapters and cords to use the external flash away from the camera. Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10 When using the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ as a wireless flash, this large clip is used for setting the external flash on a desk or table. Off-camera Shoe Clip CL-10 For Viewfinder Magnifier Eyecup O-ME53 This viewfinder accessory is for magnifying up to approximately 1.18 times.
348 Ref-converter A This is an accessory that changes the viewfinder viewing angle at 90° intervals. The viewfinder magnification can be switched between 1× and 2×. Ref-converter A Diopter correction lens adapter M This accessory adjusts the diopter. Install it on the viewfinder. If it is difficult to see the viewfinder image clearly, choose one of the eight correction of approximately -5 to +3m-1 (per meter).
349 Cable Switch CS-205 Connect to the cable release terminal and operate the camera shutter release button. The cord length is 0.5 m. Remote Control Used for Remote Control shooting. Operating distance for remote control From the front of camera: approx. 4 m From the back of camera: approx.
350 Imagesensor Cleaning Kit O-ICK1 Use this kit to clean the optical parts such as the CMOS sensor and lens of this camera.
Error Messages 351 Error message Description Memory card full The SD Memory Card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new SD Memory Card or delete unwanted images. (p.55, p.84) Data may be saved when you perform the following operations. • Change the file format to JPEG. (p.202) • Change the JPEG Recorded Pixels or JPEG Quality setting. (p.200, p.201) No image There are no images that can be played back on the SD Memory Card.
352 Error message Description Battery depleted The battery is exhausted. Install a fully charged battery in the camera. (p.49) Not enough battery power remaining to clean sensor Not enough battery power remaining to activate Pixel Mapping Appears during sensor cleaning if the battery level is insufficient. Install a fully charged battery or use an AC adaptor kit K-AC50 (optional). (p.53) Appears during pixel mapping if the battery level is insufficient.
353 Error message Description Cannot start Live View Appears if Live View is started when [27. Using Aperture Ring] is set to [Prohibited] in the [A Custom Setting 4] menu and the lens aperture ring is set to a position other than s, or a lens without an s position is being used. This function is not available in the current mode You are trying to set a function that is not available in B (Green) or C (Movie) mode.
354 Troubleshooting In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it back in again. When the mirror remains in the up position, take the battery out and put it back in again. Then, the mirror will retract when the camera is turned on again. After these procedures are done, if the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. We recommend checking the following items before contacting a service center.
355 Problem Cause Remedy Autofocus The focus mode is Set the focus mode lever to l or A. does not work set to \ (p.122) The focus cannot be locked Autofocus is not locked (focus lock) when the focus mode is set to k (A). The camera will continue focusing on the subject The focus mode is while the shutter release button is pressed set to k halfway. If there is a subject that you wish to focus on, slide the focus mode lever to l and use the focus lock. (p.
356 Main Specifications Model Description Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital-still camera with built-in retractable P-TTL flash Lens Mount PENTAX KAF2 bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens information contacts, K-mount with power contacts) Compatible Lens KAF3, KAF2 (power zoom compatible), KAF, KA mount lenses Image Capture Unit Image Sensor Primary color filter, CMOS, Size: 23.7 x 15.7 (mm) Effective Pixels Approx. 16.28 megapixels Total Pixels Approx. 16.
357 Viewfinder Type Pentaprism Finder Coverage (FOV) Approx. 100% Magnification Approx. 0.92× (50 mm F1.4 • ∞) Eye-Relief Length Approx. 21.7 mm (from the view window), Approx. 24.5 mm (from the center of lens) Diopter Adjustment Approx. -2.5 to +1.
358 Autofocus System Type TTL: phase-matching autofocus Focus Sensor SAFOX IX+, 11 points (9 cross type focus points in the center) Brightness Range EV-1 to 18 (ISO100) AF Mode Single AF (l), Continuous AF (k) Focus priority or shutter priority mode for l Focus priority or FPS priority mode for k AF Point Selection Auto: 5 points, Auto: 11 points, Select, Center AF Assist Light Dedicated LED AF assist light Metering Type TTL open aperture, 77 segmented metering, center-weighted and spot meterin
359 Flash Mode P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync are also available with PENTAX dedicated external flash. Sync Speed 1/180 sec. Flash Exposure Compensation -2.0 to +1.
360 Digital Filter Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Extract Color, Color Playback Functions Playback View Single frame, image comparison, multi-image display (4, 9, 16, 36, 81 segmentation), display magnification (up to 32x, scrolling and quick magnification available), rotating, histogram (Y histogram, RGB histogram), bright/dark area warning, detailed information display, copyright information display (photographer, copyright holder), folder display, calendar display, slideshow Delete Delete single
361 Power Supply Battery Type Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90 AC Adapter AC Adapter kit K-AC50 (optional) Battery Life Number of recordable images (with 50% flash usage): approx. 740 images, (without flash usage): approx. 980 images Playback time: approx. 440 minutes * Tested in compliance with CIPA standard. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting conditions/circumstances. Interfaces Connection Port USB 2.
362 Glossary AdobeRGB Color space recommended by Adobe Systems, Inc. for commercial printing. Wider range of color reproduction than sRGB. Covers most of the color range so colors only available when printed are not lost when editing images on a computer. When an image is opened by non-compatible software, the colors look lighter. Auto Bracketing For automatically changing exposure. When the shutter release button is pressed, several images are captured.
CMOS sensor Photography element which converts light entering through the lens into electric signals that create an image. 363 Color Space A defined range of colors from the spectrum which are used. In digital cameras, [sRGB] is defined as the standard by Exif. In this camera, [AdobeRGB], which supports a wider color gamut than sRGB, can be also used. Color Temperature This numerically expresses the color of the light source illuminating the subject.
364 Dynamic Range (D-Range) Indicated with a value expressing the light level reproducible in an image. This is the same as the term “Exposure latitude” used with silver halide film. Generally, when the dynamic range is wide, overexposed and/or underexposed areas are less likely to occur within the image, and when the dynamic range is narrow, all image tones can be reproduced sharply and accurately.
ISO Sensitivity The level of sensitivity to light. With a high sensitivity, images can be shot with a high shutter speed even in dark places, reducing camera shake. However, images taken with a high sensitivity are more susceptible to noise. 365 JPEG An image compression format. Although the image quality deteriorates a little, images can be compressed to a smaller file size than with TIFF and other formats. In this camera, select from Z (Premium), C (Best), D (Better), or E (Good).
366 RAW data Unedited image data output from the CMOS sensor. RAW data is data before being internally processed by the camera. Camera settings at the time of capture, such as White Balance, Contrast, Saturation, and Sharpness can be set for each frame after shooting. In addition, RAW data is 14 bit data that contain 64 times the information of 8 bit JPEG data. Rich gradations are possible.
Index Symbols | (Green) button .............21, 23 | (Preview) .........................135 [A Custom Setting] Menu .......................................91, 333 B (Green) mode ...........71, 103 Q (Playback) button ...................................21, 23, 83 [Q Playback] Menu ....235, 332 [A Rec. Mode] Menu .....89, 328 i (Delete) button .............23, 84 [R Set-up] Menu ..........278, 332 E (Flash pop-up) button ...21, 79 m (EV Compensation) button .................................
368 City names ...........................291 Cloudy (White Balance) .......205 CMOS sensor .......................363 Color (Digital Filter) ......163, 266 Color of the monitor ..............298 Color Space .................212, 363 Color Temperature .............................210, 211, 363 Composition Adjustment ......220 Computer .............................315 Continuous Shooting ............151 Contrast (Custom Image) .....222 Contrast AF ..........................
External flash .......................187 Extra Sharpness ...................222 Extract Color (Digital Filter) .....................................162, 266 Eyecup ...................................61 F G Green button ....................21, 23 369 H HDMI terminal ...................... 258 HDR (Digital Filter) ............... 266 HDR Capture ....................... 215 Help ...................................... 324 High Contrast (Digital Filter) .....................................
370 J JPEG ....................................365 JPEG Quality ..................57, 201 JPEG Recorded Pixels ...57, 200 K Kelvin ...................................210 L Language setting ............63, 292 Lateral chromatic aberration .............................................218 LCD Color Tuning ................298 LCD panel ..............................37 Lens ...............................59, 337 Lens Correction ....................218 Lens information contacts ......19 Lens mount index ......
Playback .................................83 Q (Playback) button ...................................21, 23, 83 Playback display ....................29 Playback mode palette .....................................234, 331 Playback time .........................52 Playing back images continuously .........................246 Posterization (Digital Filter) .............................................265 Power supply ..........................62 Press fully ...............................74 Press halfway .......
372 Starburst (Digital Filter) .....................................162, 266 Status display .......................295 Status screen .........................26 Strap .......................................48 Superimpose AF Area ....36, 127 K (Sensitivity Priority) mode .............................................105 T L (Shutter & Aperture Priority) mode ....................................110 Text Size ........................64, 293 Toning (Custom Image) .......222 Toy Camera (Digital Filter) ........
WARRANTY POLICY 373 All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase.
374 representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer. Always obtain a quotation for the service charge, and only after you accept the quoted service charge, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. • This warranty policy does not affect the customer’s statutory rights. • The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy.
For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals We: PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. Located at: 600 12 th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131 Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries 1. In the European Union These symbols on the products, packaging and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic equipments and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. Used electrical/electronic equipments and batteries must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of these products.
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