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Set the focus mode switch to I AF ].

o When you depressthe shutter releasebutton halfway
down, the lens automaticallyfocuses.
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Set the focus mode switch to I AF ].

1. Focus on the subject with the autofocus
frame [t f] indicated in red in the photograph. When the shutter releasebutton is depressed
halfway
down,
the
lens
automatically focuses.
2. When the subject is in focus, the focus indicator [O] lights up and an audible PCV beeping signal is emitted.

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. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway

down, the shutter speed and aperture setting are displayed in the viewfinder and the on LCD panel.
o When I I ] Utints in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel, the use of the built-in flash is recommended.
For more details on the built-in flash, see page 37.
. The audible PCV signal can be turned OFF. See details
on page 69.
o During autofocus operation, the focusing ring should
not be obstructed with your fingers, hands, or any
other object.

T he fo cu s indic at or I O ] U l i n ts w h e n th e c a mera is not able to obtain proper focus for one of

the following reasons.
C The subjectis too close.Adjust the camera-tosubjectdistance.
@ The subjectis difficult to autofocus.See"HARD-TOAUTOFOCUS"subject on page 52.

3. To release the shutter, gently depress the

shutter release button fully.
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focus.
o Depress the shutter release button halfway down.
While I O] is on, the camera-to-subject distance is
fixed (focus lock). To refocus on another subject, lift
your finger off the shutter release button.

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When the camera senses subject movement during the

autofocus operation, the camera will automatically
switch the focus mode to the predictive autofocus
mode to measure the speed of a moving Subject, and
predict where it will be at the moment of shutter release
to maintain sharp focus on the subject-

. lf the subject is moving too fast, the shutter may not

release.

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Focus Lock Function

Purpose
The camera focuses with the autofocus frame in the
center of the viewfinder. When the main subject is off
the autofocus frame, the main subject will not be focused properly. Use the focus lock technique to bring
,the main subject into focus.
How

to use

1. When the composition does not allow the

autofocus frame to be placed over the most
important subject in the picture, the camera
t will focus on the background as shown in the
illustration.

2.To prevent this, center the autofocus frame

on the main subject and keep depressing the
shutter release button halfway down. The infocus indicator remains on, indicating that
the focus is temporarily locked.
3. While holding the shutter release button halfway down, re-aim the camera or recompose
the picture, then depress the shutter release
button all the way to release the shutter.

o Lifting your finger off the shutter release button

clearsthe in-focusindicator[O] in the viewfinderand
cancelsthe focus lock function.
. To refocus on another subject, lift your finger off the
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The Flash-Recommended
lf the built-in flash is recommended, the flashrecommended indicator Il ] starts blinking in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel when the shutter release
button is depressed halfway down.
o In the Picture Mode and the Aperture-Priority AE
Mode, the flash-recommended indicator | | I blinks
when you attempt to photograph a subject in low
light, or in a backlit situation. In the Shutter-Priority
AE Mode and Metered Manual Mode, the flashrecommended indicator blinks only when attempting
to photograph a subject in a backlit situation.

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Using the built-in flash

lf tEll is displayedon the LCD panel,it indicatesthat
the automaticflash function is set. Delete it from the
LCD panel.See page45 for more details.

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1. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the

flash.
. The built-inflash starts chargingautomatically.When
it is fully charged,I t]
appearson the LCD panel.
When the shutter releasebutton is depressedhalfway down, I I ] also appearsin the viewfinder.
. When the built-inflash is used, using a lens hood is
NOT recommendedas it may obstructthe path of the
light coniingfrom the flash,causingvignettingin the
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using the
the flash unit discharges.
flash, retract the built-i'n flash by pressing it
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. The shutter cannot be released until the flash is fully

charged.
. lf the built-in flash is used continuously, the battery
may become warm, but it does not mean the battery
is faulty; it is one of the battery's characteristics.
. With the built-in flash poppep-up, an external flash
cannot be attached to the hot shoe. lf you would like
to use an external flash together with the built-in
f lash, see the f lash connections on page 77.

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Flash effective range in the Picture Mode with

o This effectiverangetable is only applicablewhen the

ISO 100 (4OO) is used

exposure mode is set in the Picture Mode. When any

other exposure mode is used, see page 71.
e The minimum effective range is always 0.7m (2.6ft)
or
even if a lens with a maximum aperture f /28
srnaller is in use. When a subject is shot at a distance
closer than 0.7m (2.6ft), the correct exposure cannot
be obtained, and you will see vignetting in the picture
corners.

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2.6 - 10.8ft (2.6-15.7ft)

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approx.O.7 - 2.8m (0.7- 4.0m)

2.3 - 9.ztt (2.3-13.1ft)
a p p r o x .O . 7- 2 . 4 m ( 0 . 7 - 4 . O m )
2.3 - 7.9f1 (2.3-13.1ft)
a p p r o x .O . 7 - 2 . O m ( 0 . 7 - 4 . 0 m )
2.3 - 6.6ft (2.3-13.1ft)

The effectiverangeof the flash dependson the maximum apertureof the lens is in use.
A lenswith a maximumapertureof t,/1.4 is markedas
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tnappropriate lens warning when the built-in
flash is used
When using an inappropriateF- or FA- lens, I t ] *itt
blink in the viewfinderand on the LCD panelwhen the
shutter releasebutton is depressedhalfway down' For
m o r e d e t a i l so n C O M P A T I B I L I T Y O F F A N D F A
LENSES WITH THE BUILT-IN FLASH' see page

72.
. Taking a picture while this warning is displayed may
cause vignetting in the picture corners or semicircular vignetting at the bottom of the picture'
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warning will not appear.

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. The Automatic flash function will be set only with the

Picture Mode set. lf any other mode is set, the Redeye reduction or Forced emission mode will be set.
. When the built-in flash is retracted, depressing the
multi-function button switches the audible pCV signal
ON and OFF.

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Depress the multi-function button with the

built-in flash popped up
At each press of the multi-function button, the flash
mode on the LCD panel switches as shown in the chart.

F o r c e d R e d - e y er e d u c t i o nA u t o m a t i c f l a s h R e d - e y er e d u c t i o n
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(Smartftash)
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which reduces the red-eye phenomenon utilizing

preflash. In this mode, the preflash is discharged just
before the shutter is released which reduces the diameter of the pupil of the eye. Then the main flash is discharged while the pupils are smaller, which in turn
reduces the red-eye effect.

How to set
1. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the
flash.
2. Depress the multi-function button until [ <E]
appears on the LCD panel.

How to cancel
With the built-inflash popped-up,depress the multifunction button until [<E] disappearsfrom LCD panel.

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o Depress the multi-function button only when the builtin flash popped-up. lf multi-function button is depressed with the built-in flash retracted, the PCV
SignalMode will be changed.
o When the AFSOOFTZ is attached and the slave flash
function is in use, the Red-eye reduction flash function cannot be used as the slave flash is discharged
when the preflash of the built-in flash is discharged.
o When only a dedicated flash is in use and is discharged, the red-eye reduction display from the LCD
panel is disregarded.

About Red-eye Phenomenon

Shooting portr-aits with flash in a dark environment
often causes a subject's eyes to turn out reddish in the
print. This phenomenon, commonly known as "RedEye", is caused by the reflection of the electronic flash
in the retina of your subjects eye. lt can be reduced by
taking the photo in a brighter light condition or by
shooting with a wider angle lens at a closer distance, or
by employing the red-eye reduction flash feature. When
using a Pentax dedicated flash unit off the camera, it
may also help to position the flash as far away from the
camera as possible.

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o ln the Picture Mode, the automatic flash function will

only operate when the subject is in a low light or
backlit condition.
. Depress the multi-function button with the built-in
flash in its popped up position. lf the button is dspressed with the built-in flash in its retracted position,
the PCV audible beep mode will be switched on,/oft-

1. Push the flash pop-up button to activate the

f l a sh .
2. Depress the mutti-function button until [El]
appearson the LCD Panel.

How to cancel
With the built-in flash in its popped up position, depress
the multi-function button until I El ] disappears from
the LCD panel.

A UTOMA T I C F LA S H F U N C T IO N
( SMAR T F LA S H F UNC T IO N )
This is a convenient built-in flash mode that the flash
discharges only when it is necessary even if the flash is
in the popped-up position.

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(1) SELECTING
A DRIVEMODE
This camera has a total of three drive modes as shown.

Types of Drive Modes

Single-Frame Mode
l r r ] : O n e p i c t u r ei s t a k e n e a c h t i m e t h e s h u t t e rr e leasebutton is depressed.

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[EL] : Picturescan be taken consecutivelywhile holding down the shutter releasebutton. See page
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Self-timer Mode
' I O ] : A p i c t u r ew i l l b e t a k e n w i t h a l 2 - s e c o n d - d e l a y .
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1. Consecutive-Frame
Consecutive pictures can be taken by holding down the
shutter release button.
How to set
Set the drive

mode switch

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o The camera focuses on the subject frame by frame in

this mode.
o The shutter cannot be released while the built-in flash
is being charged.

2. Self-Timer Mode
The self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and is
useful for taking group shots that include the photographer. The shutter will be released about 12 seconds
after the shutter release is depressed.

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2. Focus
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later.
. When the self-timer is in operation, the
audible pCV
signal is heard and the rate increases for the last two
seconds.

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move away from the viewfinder, attach the supplied
finder cap as shown in the illustration.
* When using accessories such as the finder cap, remove the Eyecup F". The Eyecup Fs comes from the
factory fitted to the camera's viewfinder accessory
grooves.

How to cancel
To cancel the self-timer operation after it has been activated, move the drive mode switch to a position other
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When mounting a non-autofous lens (A-lens) with a
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f ,/5.6), you can use the manual focus mode to focus
the lens with the aid of the in-focus indicator [O] in the
viewfinder.
. When the subject comes into focus. the focus indicator [O] lights up in the viewfinder and an audible PCV
signal is heard. The audible PCV signal can be canceled. See page 69.

How to focus
1. Set the focus mode switch to [MF].
2. While looking through the viewfinder, turn
the focusing ring to the right or left while
holding the shutter release button halfway
down.
3. When the subject comes into focus, the infocus indicator t O I lights up in the viewfinder. Depress the shutter release button
fully to take the photograph.

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When the autofocus function or the viewfinder's infocus indicator [O] cannot be used for focus confirmation for the following reasons, focus on the subject in
the manual focus mode with the aid of the matte field in
the viewfinder as you would with a non-AF SLR camera.

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b) The maximum aperture of the lens in use is smaller
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Using the snap-in focus function

When the subject comes to the point where the lens
was prefocused, the shutter is automatically released.

How to use

1. Use a non-autofocus (A-lens) lens.

2. Set the focus mode switch to [AF].
3. Focus at the point where you wish to capture the
subject.
4. Using the optional "Cable Switch F", keep the trigger
release button depressed so that the autofocus and
metenng systems stay actrve.
5. The camera releases the shutter automatically when
the subject comes into focus at the point selected.

How to focus on the subject

1. Set the focus mode switch to I MF ].
2. While looking through the viewfinder, turn
the focusing ring to the right or left until the
image in the viewfinder is clearest.

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SUBJECTS
The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect.
Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size
of your subject. the autofocus system may not operate.
In such a case, set the focus mode switch to I MF ] and
use the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the
subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder
(see page 51).
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Subjects which may fool the autofocus system include:

a) Extremely low-contrast subjects such as a white wall
in the autofocus frame [[
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b) Subjects which don't reflect much light in the
autofocus frame [[ ]].
c) Subjects which are moving too fast.
d) Multiple subjects in the foreground and background
of the autofocus frame [[ ]1.
e) Subjects positioned against reflected light or strong
backlight or with extremely bright backgrounds.

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Notes on accessories

Using a Polarizing Filter

The following condition does not allow autofocusing or

manualfocusing with the in-focus indicator in the viewfinder. Use the manual focus mode to focus on the subject with the aid of the matte field surrounding the
autofocus frame'

When using an ordinary polarizing filter; the half mirror

incorporated into the autofocus system reduces the effectiveness of the autofocus function when used in
combination with an ordinary polarizing filter. Use a
CIRCULAR POLARIZING FILTER for proper autofocus
operation.

. When using special effect filters or "Magic lmage

Attachment" or "Stereo Adapter"

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You can also select your desired Picture Mode manually.The picture mode has a total of 5 modes as follows.
See details for each mode on page 55 - 59.

2.To select the desired picture mode, move the

select switch until [l-'l] superimposeson the
picture mode displayed on the LCD panel.

How to set

. When the lens aperture ring is set to a position other

than the A position, a correct exposure may not be obtained.

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and aperture setting in the viewfinder will blink. lf the
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For easy picture taking, use the Green Operation Mode.

You simply depress the shutter release button. The
camera selects the best combination of aperture and
shutter speed setting.
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Set the mode dial to tgEDl.

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This mode is suitable for taking portrait photography.

How to set
Set the mode dial to t@D].
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crisp focus against the out-of-focus background, while
the wide angle lens enables you to shoot group photography or snapshots in sharp and clear focus with the extended depth-of-f ield.

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This mode is idealfor landscapephotographyand scenic snapshots.

How to set
Set the mode dial to tGtrD1.
Move the select switch until I t]
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down, the shutterspeedand aperturesetting are also
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This mode is useful for close-up photography.

This mode favors smaller apertures to maximize the
depth of field, ensuring sharp focus of a close-up subJect.
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This mode selects a faster shutter speed to

moving subject.

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When the desired shutter speed is selected, the appropriate aperture is automatically set by the camera for a
proper exposure according to the brightness of the subject. This mode is suitable for freezing the action with a
fast shutter speed or capturing a flowing dynamic
image with a slow shutter speed. For details on the effect of the shutter speed, see page 86.

How to set
1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A posltion.
'When the lens aperture ring is set to a position other than the A position, a correct exposure may not be obtained.
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be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
. The bar underneath the shutter speed will also be displayed.

x Exposure Warning
lf the subject is too bright or too dark, the aperture setting in the viewfinder blink. When the subject is too
bright, choose a faster shutter speed. lf it is too dark,
choose a slower shutter speed. When the shutter speed
indication stops blinking, you can take the picture. lf
both selected shutter speed and aperture blink, it means
that the exposure is out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the shutter speed is adjusted. Select a darker subject if the subject is too
bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.

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Furpose
When the desiredapertureis selected,an appropriate
shutterspeedis automaticallyset by the camera for a
properexposure.This mode is ideal for shooting landscapes with increaseddepth of field, or a portrait
againsta blurredbackground.For detailson the effect
of the aperturesetting,see page 87.

How to set
1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position.
' When the lens aperture ring is set to a position other than the A position, a correct exposure may not be obtained.
2. Set the mode dial to I Av ].

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3. Set the desired f-stop by moving the select

switch.
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down, the shutter speed and the aperture indication
will be displayed in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel.
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displayed.

* E xposureW arni ng
lf the subject is too bright or too dark. the selected shutter speed will blink in the viewfinder and on the LCD
panel as a warning as shown. When the subject is too
b r i g h t , c h o o s e a s m a l l e r a p e r t u r e , i f a v a i l a b l e ;w h e n i t i s
too dark, choose a larger aperture, if available. When
the shutter speed indication stops blinking, you can
take the picture. lf both shutter and aperture blink, it
means that the exposure is out of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure even if the aperture is
adjusted. Select a darker subject if it is too bright, or
use a flash if it is too dark.

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Purpose
The manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure
mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed
and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively
under or overexposured photographs.

How to set
1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position.
2. Set the mode dial to t M l.
. I M ] appears on the LCD panel to indicate that the
Manual Exposure Mode is set.
. lf a lens without the A position or an F or FA lens with
the aperture set other than A position is attached, the
bar graph in the view finder will blink.

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bar graph, it indicates overexposure and when the
dots are displayed to the I O] side, it indicates underexposure.
o Moving one dot on the bar graph indicates O.S step
(0.5EV). However, when under or over exposure is
set beyond * 3 or - 3 steps (3EV), [O] or [O] in' dicator will blink.
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3. Ghange the shutter speed by moving the select switch or the apbrture by moving the select switch while holding down the exposure
compensation
button.
r To obtain the proper exposure, change the aperture
setting or the shutter speed until the dot is displayed
in the center of the bar graph in the veiwfinder.
o When the shutter release button is depressed halfway, the shutter speed, aperture and bar graph will be
displayed in the viewfinder.
o The bar underneath the shutter speed will be displayed and the bar underneath the aperture indication
will also be displayed when the exposure compensation button is depressed.

* Exposure Warning
lf the subject is too bright or too dark, both shutter
speed and aperture setting will blink in the viewfinder as
a warning as shown. lt means that the exposure is out
of metering range, unable to obtain a correct exposure
even if the aperture is adjusted. Select a darker subject
or use a flash if it is too dark.

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This mode is useful for the long exposures required for
shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is held
down.

. L M I appearson the LCD panel.

. When the shutter release button is depressed halfway, Ihx] and the aperture indication appear in the
viewfinder and on the LCD panel.
. The bar underneath [h r, ] appears in the viewfinder.

How to set

1. Set the lens aperture ring to the A position.

2 . Se t the m ode dial t o t M l .
3. Adjust the shutter speed to slower side by
moving the select switch until [h r] appears
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4. Select the desired aperture by moving the select switch while depressing the exposure
compensation button.
o Up to approx.B hours of time exposureare possible
with a new lithium batteryat room temperatures.

x When using this mode, use a steady tripod to

prevent camera shake and attach the optional "Cable Switch F" after removing the
Release Socket Gap F.

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