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e_kb502_om.book Page 2 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual 1 Introducing the K-3 ...................................... p.6 Gives you an overview of the K-3. Read this and get to know your K-3! Taking Pictures .......................................... p.37 Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures! F Names and Functions of the Working Parts ..... p.7 F Taking Still Pictures ..........................
e_kb502_om.book Page 3 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 4 Playback Functions ................................... p.61 F Playback Mode Palette Items .......................... p.61 F Changing the Playback Method........................ p.62 F Connecting the Camera to a Computer ........... p.66 F Editing and Processing Images ....................... p.67 5 Changing the Settings ...............................p.73 Explains how to change other settings. F Camera Settings .................................
e_kb502_om.book Page 4 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Contents Contents How to Use This Manual .......................... 2 Basic Shooting Operation .................................... 33 Introducing the K-3 .................................... 7 Reviewing Images ................................................ 36 Configuring the Capture Settings ......................... 37 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ............7 Buttons and Dials ...................................................
e_kb502_om.book Page 5 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Setting the White Balance ....................................54 Adjusting the White Balance Manually ........................ 55 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature ..... 56 Controlling the Image Finishing Touch .................56 Correcting Images ................................................59 Brightness Adjustment ................................................. 59 Lens Correction .............................................
e_kb502_om.book Page 6 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Introduction 1 Introduction Regarding copyrights Images taken with this camera that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are cases where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display.
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e_kb502_om.book Page 8 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Buttons and Dials 1 Introduction 1 7 2 3 8 9 4 0 5 a b 6 d c h i e j f k l m n o g p 1 EV Compensation button (J) Press to change the exposure compensation value. (p.39) 2 ISO button (N) Press to change the ISO sensitivity. (p.41) 8 3 Shutter release button Press to capture images. (p.34) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode. 4 Main switch Move to turn the power on/off or to preview. (p.31, p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 9 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM p MENU button (F) Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.18) 1 Monitor Display Capture Mode With this camera, you can take pictures while looking through the viewfinder or while viewing the image on the monitor. When using the viewfinder, you can take pictures while checking the status screen displayed on the monitor and the viewfinder.
e_kb502_om.book Page 10 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Status Screen 1 Live View 4000 4 000 F 5.6 1/ 12800 12800 1 2 3 8 9 10 8 Introduction 14 12345 12345 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 +1.0 G1A1 2000 Exposure Mode (p.38) AE Lock Digital Filter (p.58)/ HDR Capture (p.59) Wireless LAN status (p.80) GPS positioning status (p.87) Shake Reduction/ Horizon Correction Battery level E-dial guide Shutter speed Aperture value EV Compensation (p.39)/Exposure Bracketing (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 11 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Control Panel A mode ISO AUTO Setting Adjustment Range 1 2 12345 12345 8 13 18 09/09/2013 10:30 5 9 14 19 3 3 10 15 20 6 11 16 21 27 28 1 2 3 3 4 4 7 12 17 22 C mode Exposure Setting Program AE 1:23'45" 1:23'45" 23 16 18 09/09/2013 10:30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Function name Setting Card slot number (p.37) Number of recordable still pictures/movie recordable time ISO AUTO Setting (p.41) Highlight Correction (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 12 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 1 Introduction Shooting Info Display When the camera is held vertically You can change the type of information displayed in standby mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed. Use CD to select the type and press E. When the camera is rotated to the vertical position, the status screen and control panel are displayed in a vertical position.
e_kb502_om.book Page 13 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Detailed Information Display Still pictures 100-0001 +1.0 1/ 2000 F2.8 1600 5000K +1.5 G1A1 55.0mm 09/09/2013 10:30 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 2 4 3 1 9 13 14 16 21 25 26 27 5 6 7 10 11 15 18 17 19 22 23 29 30 28 100-0001 10'10" F8.0 1600 5000K 0.0 G1A1 55.0mm 09/09/2013 10:30 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 35 12 20 36 24 31 32 33 34 37 1 2 3 4 Captured image Rotation information (p.64) Exposure Mode (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 14 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Histogram Display/RGB Histogram Display 1 1 2 34 5 Introduction 100-0001 6 AB 2 34 When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information appears in the viewfinder. 5 2 100-0001 6 3 12 13 1 1/ 2000 7 F2.8 200 14 +0.
e_kb502_om.book Page 15 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo LCD Panel 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Shutter speed Multi-exposure (p.52) Aperture value Mirror Lock-up Shooting (p.52) AE Metering (p.42) AF point (p.46) Flash Exposure Compensation (p.43) EV bar scale/ Electronic Level (p.16) EV Compensation (p.39)/ Exposure Bracketing (p.51) HDR Capture (p.59) Wireless LAN connection (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 16 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Electronic Level 1 Introduction You can check whether the camera is tilted horizontally by displaying the electronic level. The electronic level can be displayed in the EV bar scale in the viewfinder and/or LCD panel, or on the Live View screen. Select whether to display the electronic level in [Electronic Level] of the A3 menu. (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 17 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Using the Control Panel G You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in standby mode. File Format 12345 12345 100-3200 1 Introduction Use ABCD to select an item. 09/09/2013 10:23 Use R to change settings. Press E to make detailed settings. File Format Cancel Press F to cancel setting operation. 12345 12345 OK Press E to confirm the selected item and return to the control panel.
e_kb502_om.book Page 18 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Using the Menus 1 F Most functions are set from the menus. Functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus. 1 2 3 4 Introduction Memory Card Options Image Capture Settings AF Assist Light Digital Filter HDR Capture Lens Correction Menu numbers Press F to exit the menu screen. D-Range Settings ISO AUTO Setting High-ISO NR Slow Shutter Speed NR Program Line GPS Press D to display the pop-up menu.
e_kb502_om.book Page 19 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Menu List 1 Rec. Mode Menu Item Exposure Modes *1 Memory Card Options *2 File Format *2 JPEG Recorded Image Capture Pixels *2 Settings JPEG Quality *2 RAW File Format A1 AF Assist Light Digital Filter *2 *2 HDR Capture Lens Correction Function Page G p.76 Sets the recording method for when two memory cards are inserted. W p.37 Sets the file format of images. Sets the recording size of images saved in JPEG format.
e_kb502_om.book Page 20 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Menu 1 A2 Item Function Introduction Slow Shutter Speed NR *2 Sets the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a slow shutter speed. Program Line Selects Program Line. GPS Sets the camera action for when the optional GPS unit is used. Contrast AF *2 Focus Peaking *2 Live View Grid Display Histogram Display Highlight Alert Composition Adjust.
e_kb502_om.book Page 21 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Menu Item E-Dial A4 Programming Default Setting Zoom Instant Review On Save Preview Image Sets whether to enable saving an image displayed in Digital Preview. On Histogram Display Displays the histogram during Digital Preview. Off Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Digital Preview.
e_kb502_om.book Page 22 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Movie Menu 1 Menu Item Function Introduction Exposure Setting *1 Memory Card Options *1 Movie Capture Settings *1 C1 Recording Sound Level *1 Page m p.40 Selects one of memory cards inserted in SD1 and SD2 slots for recording movies. SD1 p.37 u/30p p.37 Auto – Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate. Sets the Recording Sound Level and the volume level for recording.
e_kb502_om.book Page 23 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Set-up Menu Menu Item Page English p.31 Changes the display language. Date Adjustment Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.32 World Time Switches between the date and time display of your hometown city and that of a specified city. Hometown p.76 Text Size Sets whether to magnify the text size when selecting a menu. Standard p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 24 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Menu 1 Introduction D3 D4 24 Default Setting Page Flicker Reduction Item Cuts down on screen flicker by setting the power frequency. Function 50Hz – Auto Power Off Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no operations are made for a certain period of time. 1 min. p.31 Select Battery Sets the camera action for when the optional battery grip is attached to the camera. Auto Select/ Auto-detect p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 25 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Custom Setting Menu Menu Item Page 1/3 EV Steps p.39 1 EV Step p.41 Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. 2. Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 3. Meter Operating Time Sets the meter operating time. 10sec. – 4. AE-L with AF Locked Sets whether to lock the exposure value when the focus is locked. Off – 5. Link AE and AF Point Sets whether to link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area.
e_kb502_om.book Page 26 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Menu 1 Introduction E3 E4 26 Item Function Default Setting Page 15. AF.S Setting Sets the action priority for when the focus mode is set to x and the shutter release button is fully pressed. Focus-priority p.45 16. 1st Frame Action in AF.C Sets the action priority for the first frame when the focus mode is set to y and the shutter release button is fully pressed. Releasepriority p.45 17. Action in AF.
e_kb502_om.book Page 27 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Getting Started Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the end of the strap through the protective cover and triangular ring. Attaching a Lens 1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Remove the body mount 2 Getting Started cover (1) and lens mount cover (2). After removing the cover, be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward. 2 Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp.
e_kb502_om.book Page 28 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM u Caution 2 Getting Started • When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust. • Keep the body mount cover on the camera when a lens is not attached. • Be sure to attach the lens mount cover and lens cap to the lens after removing it from the camera. • Do not insert your fingers inside the lens mount of the camera or touch the mirror.
e_kb502_om.book Page 29 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo • The maximum charging time is approximately 390 minutes (it depends on temperature and remaining battery power). Charge in a location where the temperature is between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). battery towards outside of the camera, and insert the battery until it locks into place. 3 2 u Caution • Insert the battery correctly. If the battery is inserted incorrectly, it may not be removed.
e_kb502_om.book Page 30 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Using the AC Adapter We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132 when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device. 2 1 Make sure that the camera Getting Started is turned off, and open the terminal cover. 2 Align the A marks on the DC Inserting a Memory Card The following memory cards can be used with this camera.
e_kb502_om.book Page 31 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 4 Close the card cover, and slide it in the direction of 4. Initial Settings 4 Turn the camera on and make the initial settings 3 • Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp is lit. • If the card cover is opened while the power is on, the camera will turn off. Do not open the cover while the camera is in use. • Use this camera to format (initialize) a memory card that is unused or has been previously used on other devices. (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 32 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 3 Use CD to select a city. Use R to change the region. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.96) for cities that can be selected as a hometown. 2 Setting the Date and Time Hometown 1 Press D, and use AB to select the date format. New York DST Cancel OK Getting Started MENU The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. complete] and press E. The [Date Adjustment] screen appears. Cancel 4 Press B, and then press D.
e_kb502_om.book Page 33 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Formatting a Memory Card D4 1 Press F. Take pictures in T mode in which the camera automatically sets the optimal exposure. The A1 menu appears. 2 Use Q or R to display D4 menu. 3 Use AB to select [Format] and press D. 1 Remove the front lens cap by 5 Press A to select [Format] and press E. Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the D4 menu reappears.
e_kb502_om.book Page 34 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 5 Set the mode dial to T 7 Position the subject inside while pressing the mode dial lock button. the AF frame and press the shutter release button halfway. P appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus. 2 Getting Started Focus indicator y Setting the Sound Effects (p.23) 8 Press the shutter release button fully. Mode dial lock button The captured image is displayed on the monitor (Instant Review).
e_kb502_om.book Page 35 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Shooting with Live View • You can use I to focus on the subject. (p.44) • You can preview the image on the monitor and check the depth of field before shooting. (p.48) • You can set the operation and display settings during Instant Review in [Instant Review] of the A4 menu (p.20). When [Display Time] is set to [Hold], Instant Review will be displayed until the next operation. 1 Press K in Step 6 on p.34.
e_kb502_om.book Page 36 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Reviewing Images Review the captured image on the monitor. 2 1 Press B. Switches between the SD1 card and SD2 card. H Saves the RAW image (only when the data is available). G Changes the type of information displayed (p.12). Getting Started t Memo • When Hv is displayed on the monitor, the JPEG image that was just taken can also be saved in RAW format (Save RAW Data).
e_kb502_om.book Page 37 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Shooting Configuring the Capture Settings Memory Card Settings A1/v The recording method for when two memory cards are inserted can be set in [Memory Card Options] of the A1 menu or the control panel. Sequential Use When the memory card in SD1 slot becomes full, data is saved to the card in SD2. Y Save to Both Saves the same data to the memory cards in SD1 and SD2.
e_kb502_om.book Page 38 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 1 Turn the mode dial to select the desired exposure Taking Still Pictures mode. Select the exposure mode that suits the subject and shooting conditions. The following exposure modes are available on this camera.
e_kb502_om.book Page 39 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo EV Compensation The compensation value can be set between -5 and +5 EV (-2 and +2 EV in C mode). 1 Press J, and then turn R. e and the compensation value are displayed on the status screen, Live View screen, LCD panel and in the viewfinder during adjustment. Available operations J Starts/ends adjusting the compensation value. M Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.
e_kb502_om.book Page 40 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Recording Movies 1 Turn the Stills/Movie switch to C. Live View is displayed. Sound 3 Shooting 10'30" Recordable Time 2 Focus on the subject. In v mode, press the shutter release button halfway. 3 Press a. Movie recording starts. In the upper left area of the monitor, “REC” blinks and the size of the file being recorded is displayed. 4 Press a again. Movie recording stops.
e_kb502_om.book Page 41 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Playing Back Movies Setting the Exposure 100-0001 Sensitivity 10'00" Available operations Plays back/pauses a movie. D Forwards a frame (when paused). Press and hold D Fast-forwards playback. C Reverses a frame (when paused). Press and hold C Fast-reverses playback. B Stops playback. R Adjusts the volume (21 levels). H Saves the displayed frame as a JPEG file (when paused).
e_kb502_om.book Page 42 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Noise Reduction when Shooting with a High ISO Sensitivity You can set the Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity in [High-ISO NR] of the A2 menu. 3 A2 Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. High-ISO NR Auto Low Medium High Custom Off 1 Turn R while pressing 2. Cancel OK Shooting Auto Applies Noise Reduction at optimally calculated levels throughout ISO range.
e_kb502_om.book Page 43 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Using the Built-in Flash X H Trailing G Curtain Sync 1 Press B in standby mode. 2 Select a flash mode. Flash On K Manual Flash Discharge 0.0 Cancel Auto Flash Discharge Automatically measures the ambient light and determines whether to use the flash. Auto Discharges a pre-flash for B Flash+Redred-eye reduction before eye Reduction an automatic flash. C Flash On Discharges a flash for each picture.
e_kb502_om.book Page 44 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo • The flash modes that can be selected vary depending on the exposure mode. Exposure Modes 3 T A, B (No flash compensation) G, H, J C, D, E, F, H, K, 8, 9 I, K, L, M C, D, G, K, 8, 9 N C, D, K, 8, 9 Shooting • You cannot take pictures while the flash is being charged. If you want to take pictures while the flash is being charged, set [20. Release While Charging] in the E3 menu.
e_kb502_om.book Page 45 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Setting the AF Mode when Shooting with the Viewfinder v 1 Turn Q while pressing b. F 250 2 50 5.6 3200 3200 12345 12345 x Single mode When the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject comes into focus, the focus is locked at that position. (Default setting) The AF assist light turns on as necessary.
e_kb502_om.book Page 46 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) v 1 Turn R while pressing b. Auto J (27 AF Points) 3 Shooting Zone Select I E Select Expanded F Area AF (S) Expanded G Area AF (M) Expanded H Area AF (L) D Spot Out of the 27 AF points, the camera automatically selects the optimum focusing point. (Default setting) Out of the selected 9 AF points, the camera automatically selects the optimum focusing point.
e_kb502_om.book Page 47 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM AF Fine Adjustment Selecting the Desired Focusing Area E4 You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area). You can precisely fine tune your lenses with the camera’s autofocus system. 1 Set [AF Mode] to g or h. 2 Press c. 3 Select the AF area. 1 Select [26. AF Fine Adjustment] in E4 menu and press D. The [26. AF Fine Adjustment] screen appears. Available operations ABCD Changes the position of the AF area.
e_kb502_om.book Page 48 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) • Optical Preview is always used when the drive mode is set to [Mirror Lock-up Shooting], [Multi-exposure], [Interval Shooting] or [Interval Composite], or when ASTROTRACER is activated. • The display settings and camera operation during Digital Preview can be changed in [Digital Preview] of the A4 menu. (p.21) • The preview function can also be assigned to P. (p.
e_kb502_om.book Page 49 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Setting the Drive Mode W You can choose from the following drive modes. Normal capture mode. Continuous Shooting (Z/a/b) Continuously takes pictures while the shutter release button is kept pressed. The number of pictures that can be taken continuously varies according to the shutter speed. Self-timer (O/P) Releases the shutter about 12 seconds or 2 seconds after the shutter release button is pressed.
e_kb502_om.book Page 50 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Continuous Shooting Self-timer 1 Press A in standby mode. 1 Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select Z and press B. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select O and press B. Continuous Shooting (H) Self-timer (12 sec.) 3 Shooting Cancel OK OK 3 Select Z, a, or b and press E. 3 Select O or P and press E. u Caution 4 Press the shutter release button halfway, then fully. The camera returns to standby mode.
e_kb502_om.book Page 51 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Remote Control Exposure Bracketing 1 Press A in standby mode. 1 Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select Q and press B. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select T and press B. 3 Select T, 1, or U and press B. 4 Use Q to select the number of shots. Remote Control OK 3 Select Q, R, or S and press E. The camera returns to standby mode. The self-timer lamp blinks. 4 Press the shutter release button halfway.
e_kb502_om.book Page 52 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Mirror Lock-up Shooting Multi-exposure 1 Press A in standby mode. 1 Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select V and press B. 3 Select V, 2, W or X, and press B. 4 Select [Composite Mode]. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select c and press B. Mirror Lock-up Shooting 3 Multi-exposure Shooting Cancel OK Composite Mode Number of Shots 3 Select c or d and press E. Cancel The camera returns to standby mode.
e_kb502_om.book Page 53 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Interval Shooting Interval Composite 1 Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select Y and press B. 3 Set the shooting conditions. Interval Shooting 00:00'02" 0002 times Now Cancel Interval Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours. Number of Shots Select from 2 to 2000 shots. conditions. Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time.
e_kb502_om.book Page 54 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Interval Movie Record Setting the White Balance In C mode, you can use [Interval Movie Record] to take still pictures at a set interval from a set time and save them as a single movie file (Motion JPEG, file extension: .AVI). 1 Press C in standby mode. The White Balance setting screen appears. 1 Turn the Stills/Movie switch to C and press A. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select Y and press B. 3 3 Set the shooting conditions.
e_kb502_om.book Page 55 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 3 Press G. Adjusting the White Balance Manually The fine-tuning screen appears. Measure the white balance of a given scene. G3 A2 Check Cancel ±0 OK Available operations 1 Select o in Step 2 on p.54 and press B. 2 Select from o1 to o3. Manual White Balance Adjust: Green-Magenta CD Adjust: Blue-Amber M Resets the adjustment value to the default setting.
e_kb502_om.book Page 56 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature Controlling the Image Finishing Touch Specify the white balance with the color temperature. When you want to take pictures with a slightly different style, you can set the desired picture style before shooting. Try out the various settings, and find your best picture style. Shooting 1 Select p in Step 2 on p.54, and press B. 2 Select from p1 to p3. 3 3 Press G. 4 Adjust the color temperature.
e_kb502_om.book Page 57 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 3 Press G. Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured Image The parameter setting screen appears. 4 Set the parameters. Saturation Check Cancel AB Selects a parameter. CD Adjusts the value. Q Switches between [Contrast], [Contrast Highlight Adjustment] and [Contrast Shadow Adjustment]. R Switches between [Sharpness], [Fine Sharpness] and [Extra Sharpness]. (Not available in C mode).
e_kb502_om.book Page 58 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Digital Filter A1/v 4 Set the parameters. Extracted Color 1 1 Select [Digital Filter] in A1 menu and press D. The Digital Filter setting screen appears. 2 Select a filter. 3 MENU Select [No Filter] to not shoot with a digital filter.
e_kb502_om.book Page 59 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 4 Set whether to use Auto Align or not. Correcting Images Brightness Adjustment T Uses Auto Align. (Default setting) S Does not use Auto Align. 5 Press F twice. The camera returns to standby mode. Highlight Correction/ Shadow Correction A2/v u Caution • When the sensitivity is set to less than ISO 200, [Highlight Correction] cannot be set to [On].
e_kb502_om.book Page 60 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Composition Adjustment A3 It allows you to adjust the composition of your image using the Shake Reduction mechanism. Use this when you want to adjust the composition, such as when using a tripod during Live View shooting. t Memo Shooting Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator 1 Select [AA Filter Simulator] in A3 menu 0 0 0 Adjust the composition of the image and press D. 2 Select [TYPE1] or [TYPE2] and press E.
e_kb502_om.book Page 61 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Playback Item Playback Mode Palette Items Playback functions can be set in the playback mode palette as well as the B1 menu (p.22). Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette. Item Image Rotation Rotates captured images.
e_kb502_om.book Page 62 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Deleting Selected Images Changing the Playback Method 1 Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”. 2 Select the images to delete. Displaying Multiple Images 001/500 100 _ 0505 You can display 6, 12, 20, 35 or 80 thumbnail images at the same time. (Default setting: 12 Thumbnail Display) 1 Turn R to the left 4 100 _ 0505 in playback mode. Available operations Playback The multi-image display screen appears.
e_kb502_om.book Page 63 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Displaying Images by Folder Displaying Images by Shooting Date 1 Turn R to the left in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”. The folder display screen appears. 100PENTX 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 Available operations Moves the selection frame. L Deletes the selected folder. 1 Select G in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”. The display style selection screen appears. 123 2 Select [Calendar Filmstrip Display]. 2 Press E.
e_kb502_om.book Page 64 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) 1 Select Z in the playback mode palette. Slideshow starts. Available operations 4 Playback E Pauses/resumes playback. C Displays the previous image. D Displays the next image. B Stops playback. R Adjusts the volume of the movie. After all images are played back, the camera returns to single image display.
e_kb502_om.book Page 65 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Connecting the Camera to an AV Device Connect to an AV device, such as a TV, equipped with an HDMI terminal to display Live View images while shooting or to play back images in playback mode. Make sure to have a commercially available HDMI cable equipped with an HDMI terminal (type D). 1 Turn the AV device and camera off. 2 Open the terminal cover of the camera, and connect the cable to the HDMI terminal.
e_kb502_om.book Page 66 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Connecting the Camera to a Computer Connect the camera to a computer using an USB cable. Make sure to have a commercially available USB cable equipped with a micro B terminal. Playback 1 Turn the computer on. 2 Turn the camera off. 4 3 Open the terminal cover of the camera, and connect the USB cable to the USB terminal. USB 3.0 USB 2.0 4 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the computer. 5 Turn the camera on.
e_kb502_om.book Page 67 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Editing and Processing Images Changing the Image Size u Caution Copying an Image Copies images between memory cards in SD1 and SD2 slots. 1 Select an image saved on the memory card from which the images have to be copied, and display it in single image display. and press E. 4 Select the image(s) or folder to copy. Refer to Step 2 of “Deleting Selected Images” (p.62) for how to select image(s) or a folder. 5 Press G.
e_kb502_om.book Page 68 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 3 Specify the size and position 4 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press E. of the area to crop by using the cropping frame. u Caution • The Color Moiré Correction function can be used only for the JPEG images captured with this camera. Processing Images with Digital Filters Available operations 4 Playback R Changes the size of the cropping frame. ABCD Moves the cropping frame.
e_kb502_om.book Page 69 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 5 Set the parameters. Brightness Recreating Filter Effects Retrieves the filter effects of the selected image and applies the same filter effects to other images. Cancel OK Available operations AB Selects a parameter. CD Adjusts the value. The save confirmation screen appears. 7 Select [Apply additional filter(s)], [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2], and press E.
e_kb502_om.book Page 70 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 7 Select [Save to SD1], [Save to SD2] or [Reshuffle], Creating a Composite Image (Index) Joins a number of images together and creates a new image with them. 1 Select X in the playback mode palette. The Index setting screen appears. 2 Select [Layout]. 4 Select from l (Thumbnail), k (Square), m (Random1), n (Random2), o (Random3) or p (Bubble). Playback OK OK 3 Select the number of images from 12, 24 or 36 in [Images].
e_kb502_om.book Page 71 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 5 Use CD to move the selection frame and press E. 3 Select the image(s) or a folder. 00 ' 05" 10 ' 00" The segments to delete are Select segments for deletion specified. (Multiple segments MENU OK can be deleted at once.) Press E again to cancel the selection. t Memo • Select dividing points in chronological order from the beginning of the movie.
e_kb502_om.book Page 72 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 6 Set the parameters. 100-0001 Image Capture Settings Available operations 4 Playback AB Selects a parameter. CD Changes the value. Q Selects a different image (when in single image display). For Image Capture Settings and Lens Correction, press D and use AB to select an item. For White Balance, Custom Image and Digital Filter, press D to display the setting screen. 7 Press E. The save confirmation screen appears.
e_kb502_om.book Page 73 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo Settings Camera Settings • If you select [Rotation Direction] in Step 2, you can reverse the effect obtained by turning Q or R. Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions A4 You can set the functions for when P or I is pressed, or when the main switch is turned to U. Setting the Q/R/M Operation 1 Select [Button Customization] in A4 menu For each exposure mode, you can select the parameters for when Q and R are turned and M is pressed.
e_kb502_om.book Page 74 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Setting Enable AF1 AF Button Enable AF2 Cancel AF 5 Settings Preview Dial Optical Preview Digital Preview Function Autofocus is performed when I is pressed. Autofocus is performed when I is pressed and not when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. While I is pressed, autofocus is not performed even when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Activates the Optical Preview. Activates the Digital Preview.
e_kb502_om.book Page 75 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Saving Frequently Used Settings A4 Camera settings can be saved to O, P, and Q of the mode dial and used repeatedly. The following settings can be saved.
e_kb502_om.book Page 76 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 4 After entering the text, move the text selection Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified City cursor to [Finish], and press E. The [Rename USER Mode] screen reappears. The date and time set in Initial Setting (p.31) serve as the date and time of your present location and are reflected in the shooting date and time for images.
e_kb502_om.book Page 77 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM t Memo • Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.96) for cities that can be selected as a hometown or destination. • Select [F Hometown] in Step 3 to change the city and DST settings for the hometown. • G appears in the control panel when [Time Setting] is set to G.
e_kb502_om.book Page 78 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Selecting the Folder/File Settings D2 Enter 5 single-byte alphanumeric characters. Refer to Steps 3 and 4 of “Editing a Setting Name” (p.75) for how to enter text. Folder Name 5 Press F twice. When images are captured with this camera, a folder is automatically created and the captured images are stored in the new folder. Each folder name consists of a sequential number from 100 to 999 and a string of 5 characters.
e_kb502_om.book Page 79 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM File Name File No. One of the following string of characters is used as the file name prefix depending on the [21. Color Space] setting of the E3 menu. Color Space File Name sRGB IMGPxxxx.JPG AdobeRGB _IMGxxxx.JPG Each file name consists of a string of 4 characters and a sequential number from 0001 to 9999.
e_kb502_om.book Page 80 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Setting the Copyright Information D2 Sets the photographer and copyright information embedded in Exif data. 1 Select [Copyright Information] in D2 menu and press D. The [Copyright Information] screen appears. 2 Use CD to set [Embed Copyright Data]. Copyright Information Embed Copyright Data Photographer Copyright Holder 5 Settings S Does not embed copyright information in the Exif.
e_kb502_om.book Page 81 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM 3 Specify [Auto Resize]. When set to T, JPEG images are saved to the Eye-Fi card or Flucard at the size of r. 4 Press F twice. u Caution 5 Settings • Be sure to insert an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard in the SD2 slot. If it is inserted in the SD1 slot, the wireless LAN function cannot be used. When an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard is not inserted in the SD2 slot, the [Wireless Memory Card] settings of the D3 menu cannot be set.
e_kb502_om.book Page 82 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Appendix Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions ×: Not available Composition Adjust.
e_kb502_om.book Page 83 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM *4 *5 Functions Available with Various Lenses *6 All exposure modes are available when DA, DA L, or FA J lens is used, or when a lens with an 9 position is used with the aperture ring set to the 9 position. When they are used in a position other than 9, or other lenses are used, the following restrictions apply. x: Available #: Restricted ×: Not available *7 *8 *9 Only available with compatible lenses.
e_kb502_om.book Page 84 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash may be limited. Lens 6 Appendix 84 Restrictions when using the built-in flash DA FISH-EYE 10-17 mm F3.5-4.5 ED (IF)/ DA 12-24 mm F4 ED AL/ DA 14 mm F2.8 ED (IF)/ The built-in flash is not available FAk300 mm F2.8 ED (IF)/ due to vignetting. DAk560 mm F5.6 ED AW/ FAk600mm F4 ED (IF)/ FAk250-600 mm F5.6 ED (IF) F FISH-EYE 17-28 mm F3.5-4.
e_kb502_om.book Page 85 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Using the Aperture Ring E4 The shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F or A lens is not set to the 9 position or a lens without an 9 position is attached. Select [Enable] in [27. Using Aperture 27. Using Aperture Ring 1 Disable Ring] of the E4 menu. 2 Enable Shutter will release when aperture ring is not set to the "A" position Cancel 26. 1.
e_kb502_om.book Page 86 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Functions when Using an External Flash Using an optional external flash AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, AF360FGZ II, AF200FG or AF160FC enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode.
e_kb502_om.book Page 87 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Shooting Celestial Bodies (ASTROTRACER) Using the GPS Unit The following functions are available when the optional GPS unit O-GPS1 is attached to this camera. Electronic Compass The current latitude, longitude, altitude, direction, and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) are displayed. N 36°45.410' W140°02.
e_kb502_om.book Page 88 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Troubleshooting t Memo • 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. If the camera operates correctly, it does not require any repairs. Problem The camera does not turn on. 6 Appendix The shutter cannot be released. Autofocus does not work. 88 Cause Remedy Battery is not installed properly. Check the orientation of the battery.
e_kb502_om.book Page 89 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Sensor Cleaning Removing Dust with a Blower Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the CMOS sensor with a blower. Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert) Dust Alert is the function that detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust. Make sure that the camera is in the following status.
e_kb502_om.book Page 90 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Error Messages Error Messages Error Messages Memory card full The memory card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new memory card or delete unwanted files. Not enough battery power remaining to activate Pixel Mapping Not enough battery power remaining to clean sensor No image There are no images that can be played back on the memory card.
e_kb502_om.book Page 91 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Error Messages Description The camera failed to create an image The creation of an index print image failed. This function is not available in the current mode You are trying to set a function that is not available for the exposure mode that is set. The camera will turn off to prevent damage from overheating The camera will turn off because its internal temperature gets too hot.
e_kb502_om.book Page 92 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Dual Card Slots Sequential Use, Save to Both, Separate RAW/ JPEG, Copying images between slots possible Storage Folder Folder Name: Date (100_1018, 101_1019...) or a user-assigned name (default: PENTX) Storage File File Name: user-assigned name (default: IMGP****) File No.
e_kb502_om.book Page 93 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Shutter Built-in Flash Type Electronically controlled vertical-run focal plane shutter Shutter Speed Auto: 1/8000 to 30 seconds, Manual: 1/8000 to 30 seconds (1/3 EV steps or 1/2 EV steps), Bulb Type Built-in retractable P-TTL pop-up flash Guide number: approx.
e_kb502_om.book Page 94 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Movie File Formats MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV) *Motion JPEG (AVI) for Interval Movie Record Recorded Pixels u (1920×1080, 60i/50i/30p/25p/24p) t (1280×720, 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p) Sound Built-in monaural microphone, external microphone (stereo recording compatible) Recording Sound Level adjustable Recording Time Up to 25 minutes; automatically stops recording if the internal temperature of the camera becomes high.
e_kb502_om.book Page 95 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Power Supply Battery Type Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90 AC Adapter AC Adapter Kit K-AC132 (optional) Battery Life Number of recordable images: (with 50% flash usage): approx. 560 images, (without flash usage): approx: 720 images Playback time: approx. 370 minutes * Tested in compliance with CIPA standard using a fully charged lithium-ion battery under the temperature of 23°C.
e_kb502_om.book Page 96 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM List of World Time Cities The following cities can be set as Hometown and Destination.
e_kb502_om.book Page 97 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Macintosh OS Mac OS X 10.8 / 10.7 / 10.6 CPU Intel Core 2 Duo or higher RAM 2 GB or more HDD Program installation and start-up: 100 MB or more of available space Image file saving: Approximately 10 MB per file (JPEG) or approximately 30 MB (RAW) Monitor 1280×1024 dots, 24 bit full-color or higher t Memo • QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to a computer. You can download it from the following site: http://www.apple.
e_kb502_om.book Page 98 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Index Symbols A menu ......................... 19 C menu ........................ 22 B menu ........................ 22 D menu ......................... 23 E menu .......................... 25 C mode ........................ 40 T mode ........................ 33 Numerics 1st Frame Action in AF.C ........................... 45 6 Appendix 98 A AA (Anti-Aliasing) Filter Simulator ............... 60 AC adapter ..................... 30 Action in AF.
e_kb502_om.book Page 99 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM E F Face Detection (Contrast AF) ................. 46 File Format ..................... 37 File Name ....................... 79 File No. ........................... 79 Filter .........................58, 68 Firmware ........................ 24 Firmware Info/Options .... 24 Fish-eye (Digital Filter) ... 68 Flash .............................. 86 Flash compensation ....... 43 Flash On ........................ 43 Flash X-sync Speed .......
e_kb502_om.book Page 100 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM N Quality ............................ 37 Quick Zoom .................... 22 QuickTime ...................... 97 O R One Push File Format .... 74 One-Push Bracketing ..... 51 Operating environment ....96 Optical Preview .............. 48 P 6 Appendix 100 Q Natural (Custom Image) ............. 56 Noise Reduction ............. 42 G mode ......................... 38 Pastel (Digital Filter) ....... 68 PEF ................................
e_kb502_om.book Page 101 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM W WARRANTY POLICY ....106 Water Color (Digital Filter) .................. 68 WB Adjustable Range .... 55 WB When Using Flash ... 55 White Balance ................ 54 Wi-Fi transmission ......... 80 Windows ........................ 96 Wireless (Flash) ............. 43 Wireless LAN ................. 80 Wireless Memory Card ....80 World Time ..................... 76 X N mode ......................... 38 X-sync socket .................
e_kb502_om.book Page 102 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM For Using Your Camera Safely We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols. Warning This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious personal injuries. Caution This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of property.
e_kb502_om.book Page 103 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion 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. Caution Keep the Camera and its Accessories out of the Reach of Small Children Warning • Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children. 1.
e_kb502_om.book Page 104 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Cleaning Your Camera • Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, and benzine. • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact your nearest service center for professional cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.) • Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance.
e_kb502_om.book Page 105 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Trademarks Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries. Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
e_kb502_om.book Page 106 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM WARRANTY POLICY 6 Appendix 106 All our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from the date of your purchase.
e_kb502_om.book Page 107 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM FOR CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. ONLY Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply. The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate 6 Appendix For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
e_kb502_om.book Page 108 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals 6 We: RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION Located at: 633 17 th Street, Suite 2600 Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A. Phone: 800-877-0155 FAX: 303-790-1131 Appendix 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.
e_kb502_om.book Page 109 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM For Switzerland: Used electrical/electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even when you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch. 6 Appendix The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Union.
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e_kb502_om.book Page 111 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Regarding User Registration In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the user registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on our website. Thank you for your cooperation.
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