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Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera) Eyecup Fs (Installed on camera) ME viewfinder cap Sync socket 2P cap (Installed on camera) Body mount cover (Installed on camera) Triangular ring and protective cover (Installed on camera) Battery grip terminal cover (Installed on camera) Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90 Battery charger D-BC90 AC plug cord Strap O-ST132 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW140 Operating Manual (this manual) Lenses you can use Lenses that can b
Introducing the K-3 1 Getting Started 2 Taking Pictures 3 Playback Functions 4 Changing the Settings 5 Appendix 6 1
v How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual 1 Introducing the K-3 ...............................p.7 Gives you an overview of the K-3. Read this and get to know your K-3! Names and Functions of the Working Parts .............................................................p.7 Taking Pictures ......................................p.35 Once you’ve confirmed that the camera works properly, try out the camera and take lots of pictures! Configuring the Capture Settings ..............p.
4 Playback Functions ..............................p.59 Playback Mode Palette Items .....................p.59 Changing the Playback Method ................. p.60 Connecting the Camera to a Computer ..... p.64 Editing and Processing Images ................. p.65 Appendix ...................................................p.80 Provides various resources. Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions .....................................................p.
Contents Contents How to Use This Manual .........................2 Basic Shooting Operation ................................. 31 Introducing the K-3 ..................................7 Reviewing Images .............................................. 34 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...... 7 Taking Pictures ......................................35 Buttons and Dials ........................................................... 8 Monitor Display .................................................
Setting the White Balance ................................. 52 Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera ................... 75 Adjusting the White Balance Manually ........................ 53 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature ................................................................ 54 File Management Settings ................................. 75 Controlling the Image Finishing Touch ............ 54 Correcting Images ..............................................
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.
Names and Functions of the Working Parts 1 Hot shoe Speaker Strap lug Strap lug AF assist light X-sync socket Headphone terminal Microphone Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Mirror Introduction Built-in flash AF coupler Lens mount index Lens unlock button Image plane indicator Lens information contacts Diopter adjustment dial LCD panel Dial indicator Viewfinder Dual card slot for SD Memory Cards Microphone terminal USB terminal (micro B) Self-timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Card acc
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.37) 2 ISO button (N) Press to change the ISO sensitivity. (p.39) 8 3 Shutter release button Press to capture images. (p.32) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode. 4 Main switch Move to turn the power on/off or to preview. (p.29, p.
p MENU button (F) Displays a menu. Press this button while the menu is displayed to return to the previous screen. (p.17) 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.
Status Screen 1 4000 4 000 F 5.6 Live View 1/ 12800 12800 1 2 3 8 9 10 Introduction 8 14 12345 12345 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 +1.0 G1A1 2000 Exposure Mode (p.36) AE Lock Digital Filter (p.56)/HDR Capture (p.57) Wireless LAN status (p.78) GPS positioning status (p.85) Shake Reduction/ Horizon Correction Battery level E-dial guide Shutter speed Aperture value EV Compensation (p.37)/Exposure Bracketing (p.49) EV bar scale Sensitivity (p.
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.35) Number of recordable still pictures/movie recordable time ISO AUTO Setting (p.39) Highlight Correction (p.57) Shadow Correction (p.57) Digital Filter (p.
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. To not display images in the vertical position, set [Auto Screen Rotation] to [Off] in [LCD Display] of the D1 menu. (p.
19 20 21 22 Detailed Information Display Still pictures 100-0001 1/ 2000 F2.8 1600 +1.5 5000K G1A1 55.0mm 09/09/2013 10:30 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 2 1 13 3 4 9 10 11 15 18 14 16 6 7 8 20 19 22 23 29 30 31 32 33 34 28 35 12 17 21 25 26 27 5 36 24 37 Movies 100-0001 10'10" 1/ 125 F8.0 1600 5000K 0.0 G1A1 55.
9 Aperture value 10 Sensitivity 11 EV Compensation 1 Introduction Viewfinder When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information appears in the viewfinder. 2 3 1 1 4 5 13 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 AF frame (p.32) Spot metering frame (p.40) 3 AF point (p.44) 4 Flash indicator (p.41) 5 Focus Method (p.42) 6 Shutter speed 7 Aperture value 8 Focus indicator 9 EV bar scale/Electronic Level (p.
LCD Panel Electronic Level 5 6 7 8 9 15 1 2 3 4 Shutter speed Multi-exposure (p.50) Aperture value Mirror Lock-up Shooting (p.50) 5 AE Metering (p.40) 6 AF point (p.44) 7 Flash Exposure Compensation (p.41) 8 EV bar scale/Electronic Level (p.15) 9 EV Compensation (p.37)/Exposure Bracketing (p.49) 10 HDR Capture (p.57) 11 Wireless LAN connection (p.78) 16 17 18 19 12 Battery level 13 GPS unit connected (p.85) 14 Sensitivity (p.39)/EV Compensation (p.37) 15 Flash Mode (p.41) 16 Drive Mode (p.
How to Change Function Settings 1 The camera functions and their settings can be selected and changed by using the following ways. Introduction Direct keys Press ABCD in standby mode. Control panel Press G in standby mode. (indicated with the v mark in this manual) Menus Press F. Using the Control Panel You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in standby mode. Use ABCD to select an item. File Format 12345 12345 100-3200 Using the Direct Keys A Drive Mode p.
Using the Menus 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 Menu numbers Use AB to select an item. Exit Press F to exit the menu screen. 1 2 3 4 D-Range Settings ISO AUTO Setting High-ISO NR Slow Shutter Speed NR Program Line GPS Press D to display the pop-up menu. Exit 1 1 2 3 4 Memory Card Options Image Capture Settings AF Assist Light Digital Filter HDR Capture Lens Correction Press D to display the submenu.
Menu List 1 Introduction Rec. Mode Menu Menu Function Default Setting Page Exposure Modes *1 Item Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode dial is set to O, P or Q. G p.74 Memory Card Options *2 Sets the recording method for when two memory cards are inserted. W p.35 File Format *2 JPEG Recorded Image *2 Capture Pixels Settings JPEG Quality *2 RAW File Format A1 q Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. m p.35 Sets the RAW file format.
Menu Item Function Slow Shutter Speed NR A2 Selects Program Line. GPS Sets the camera action for when the optional GPS unit is used. *2 Focus Peaking Live View Sets the AF Mode for shooting with Live View. *2 Auto – Normal p.37 – p.85 Face Detection p.44 Off p.45 Grid Display Displays the grid during Live View. Off Displays the histogram during Live View. Off Highlight Alert Bright (overexposed) areas blink red during Live View. Off Composition Adjust.
Menu 1 Item Introduction Digital Preview E-Dial Programming A4 Function Sets whether to display a magnified image during Digital Preview. 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.
Movie Menu Menu Item Page Sets the exposure mode for C mode. Function m p.38 Memory Card Options *1 Selects one of memory cards inserted in SD1 and SD2 slots for recording movies. SD1 p.35 u/30p p.35 Auto – Movie Capture Settings *1 Sets the number of recorded pixels and framerate. C1 Recording Sound Level *1 Sets the Recording Sound Level and the volume level for recording. Digital Filter *1 *1 No Filter p.56 HDR Capture *1 Sets a digital filter effect when taking pictures.
Set-up Menu 1 Menu Item Introduction Default Setting Page English p.29 Sets the date and time or display format. 01/01/2013 p.30 World Time Switches between the date and time display of your hometown city and that of a specified city. Hometown p.74 Text Size Sets whether to magnify the text size when selecting a menu. Standard p.
Menu Item Default Setting Page Wireless Memory Card – p.78 Reset Resets the settings of the direct keys and for the items of the A menu, C menu, B menu, D menu, control panel, and playback mode palette. – – Pixel Mapping Maps out and corrects any defective pixels on the CMOS sensor. – p.86 Dust Alert Detects dust adhering to the CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust on the monitor. – p.87 Dust Removal Cleans the CMOS sensor by shaking it. – p.
Menu 1 E2 Introduction E3 Item Function Default Setting Page 12. AWB in Tungsten Light Sets the tungsten light color tone for when the white balance is set to g (Auto White Balance). Subtle Correction p.53 13. Color Temperature Steps Sets the adjustment steps for color temperature. Kelvin p.54 14. Superimpose AF Area Sets whether to display the active AF point in red in the viewfinder. On p.14 15. AF.
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 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. 2 Getting Started cover (1) and lens mount cover (2).
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. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts.
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. • Wipe the electrodes of the battery with a soft dry cloth before inserting.
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 terminal of the AC adapter and DC input terminal of the camera, and connect. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord, and plug the cord into the power outlet.
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 t Memo • For details on how the data is recorded when two memory cards are inserted, refer to “Memory Card Settings” (p.35). • When using an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard, refer to “Using a Wireless Memory Card” (p.78). 2 1 Turn the main switch to Getting Started u Caution • Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp is lit.
3 Use CD to select a city. 2 Use R to change the region. Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.94) for cities that can be selected as a hometown. Setting the Date and Time Hometown 1 Press D, and use AB to select the date format. New York DST Cancel Date Getting Started and use CD to select S or T. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. Cancel OK OK 4 Press B, and then press D. The frame moves to the month if the date format is set to [mm/dd/yy].
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 5 Press A to select [Format] and press E. Formatting starts. When formatting is completed, the D4 menu reappears. Format SD1 SD2 Getting Started memory card slot in which the memory card to format is inserted and press D.
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.22) 8 Press the shutter release button fully. Mode dial lock button The captured image is displayed on the monitor (Instant Review).
t Memo Shooting with Live View • You can use I to focus on the subject. (p.42) • You can preview the image on the monitor and check the depth of field before shooting. (p.46) • You can set the operation and display settings during Instant Review in [Instant Review] of the A4 menu (p.19). When [Display Time] is set to [Hold], Instant Review will be displayed until the next operation. 1 Press K in Step 6 on p.32. The Live View image is displayed on the monitor.
G Reviewing Images t Memo Review the captured image on the monitor. 2 • When Hv is displayed on the monitor, the JPEG image that was just taken can also be saved in RAW format (Save RAW Data). 1 Press B. Getting Started The camera enters playback mode and the most recently captured image is displayed (single image display). 100-0001 1/ 2000 F2.8 200 0.0 2 Review the captured image. Available operations 34 Changes the type of information displayed (p.12).
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. Y Z Sequential Use When the memory card in SD1 slot becomes full, data is saved to the card in SD2. Save to Both Saves the same data to the memory cards in SD1 and SD2. Separate RAW/JPEG Saves the RAW data to the memory card in SD1, and JPEG data to the card in SD2.
1 Turn the mode dial to select the desired Taking Still Pictures exposure mode. Select the exposure mode that suits the subject and shooting conditions. The following exposure modes are available on this camera.
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.
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. u Caution • When recording a movie with sound, the camera operation sounds are also recorded.
Playing Back Movies Setting the Exposure 100-0001 Sensitivity 10'00" 1 Press N, and then turn R. 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).
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.
Using the Built-in Flash 1 Press B in standby mode. 2 Select a flash mode. X Press M to reset the value to 0.0. For [Wireless], first press B, then use CD to select 8 or 9. Flash On +0.7 Cancel OK 3 4 Press E. OK Automatically measures the ambient light and determines whether to use the flash. The camera returns to standby mode. 5 Press 1. The built-in flash is popped up. Shooting Cancel Auto Flash Discharge Flash On output or when K is selected, press B and then use R to adjust the value.
• When the built-in flash is used in I, K or L mode, any desired shutter speed of 1/180 seconds or slower can be set. • The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from approx. 0.7 m to 5 m. Vignetting may occur when used at a distance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly depending on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting). Sensitivity Guide Number Sensitivity Setting the Focus Method Set the focus mode switch to v or w. Guide Number 3 ISO 100 Approx.
Setting the AF Mode when Shooting with the Viewfinder t Memo v 1 Turn Q while pressing • The following settings pertaining to AF operations can be set in the E3 menu. 15. AF.S Setting b. Focus-priority (default setting), Release-priority 16. 1st Frame Action in Release-priority (default setting), AF.C Auto, Focus-priority F 250 5.6 3200 12345 12345 When the shutter release button is pressed halfway and the subject comes x into focus, the focus is locked at that Single mode position.
Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) Available operations v 1 Turn R while pressing b. J 3 Auto (27 AF Out of the 27 AF points, the camera automatically selects the optimum Points) focusing point. (Default setting) Out of the selected 9 AF points, the I Zone Select camera automatically selects the optimum focusing point. Shooting E Select Sets the focusing point to the user selected point from 27 points. Sets the focusing point to the user selected point from 27 points.
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. 2 Select [Apply All] or [Apply One] and press E. Apply All Applies the same adjustment value to all lenses.
t Memo Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) Turn the main switch to U to use the preview function. There are two preview methods. 3 Shooting Optical Preview For checking the depth of field with the viewfinder. (Default setting) Digital Preview For checking the composition, exposure and focus on the monitor. (The maximum display time: 60 seconds) You can magnify the image or save the preview image. Setting the Preview Method A4 1 Select [Button Customization] in A4 menu and press D.
Setting the Drive Mode W Interval Composite (3) Takes still pictures at a set interval and merges them into a single image. Star and moon trails can be captured in one image. Interval Movie Record (Y) Takes still pictures at a set interval from a set time and saves them as a single movie file. Available only in C mode. 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.
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 The camera returns to standby mode. • You cannot take pictures while the flash is being charged.
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.
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. The camera returns to standby mode. 4 Press the shutter release button halfway, then fully.
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 1 Press A in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select 3 and press B. 3 Set the shooting Interval Shooting conditions. conditions. 00:00'02" 0002 times Now Cancel Interval Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours. Number of Shots Select from 2 to 2000 shots. Start Interval OK Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time.
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. Shooting 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 The White Balance setting screen appears. 2 Select the White Balance.
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 1 Select o in Step 2 on p.52 and press B. 2 Select from o1 to o3. Manual White Balance Available operations Adjust: Green-Magenta CD Adjust: Blue-Amber M Resets the adjustment value to the default setting. 4 Press E. The screen of Step 2 reappears. 5 Press E. The camera returns to standby mode.
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.52, and press B. 2 Select from p1 to p3. 3 3 Press G. 4 Adjust the color Custom Image 1 Press D in standby mode.
3 Press G. Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured Image The parameter setting screen appears. 4 Set the parameters. Saturation Check Cancel OK The outcome of Cross Processing varies each time a picture is taken. If you take a cross processed image that you like, you can save the Cross Processing settings used in that image so that you can repeatedly use the same settings. 1 Press B in single image display of playback 3 mode. AB Selects a parameter. CD Adjusts the value.
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. Shooting Shading Invert Color Unicolor Bold Bold Monochrome Available operations when shooting with the viewfinder Main switch to U H Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the filter effect applied.
4 Set whether to use Auto Align or not. Correcting Images T Uses Auto Align. (Default setting) S Does not use Auto Align. Brightness Adjustment 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]. HDR Capture Lens Correction A1/v Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure levels to create a single composite picture with them.
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. • The adjusted composition is saved even if Live View is ended or the camera is turned off. To reset the saved adjustment value when Live View is ended, set [Composition Adjust.] to [Off] in [Memory] of the A4 menu. (p.
Item Playback Mode Palette Items Playback functions can be set in the playback mode palette as well as the B1 menu (p.21). Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette. Item Function Changes the rotation information of images. p.62 T Digital Filter *1 Processes images with digital filters. p.66 h Color Moiré Correction *1 *2 Reduces color moiré in images. p.66 Changes the number of recorded pixels or size of the image. p.
Changing the Playback Method Deleting Selected Images 1 Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images”. Displaying Multiple Images 2 Select the images to 1 Turn R to the left in 4 100 _ 0505 100 _ 0505 playback mode. Playback The multi-image display screen appears. Available operations Available operations ABCD Moves the selection frame. Q Shows the next/previous page. d Switches between the SD1 card and SD2 card. G Shows the display style selection screen. L 2 Press E.
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 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 Available operations ABCD Images will be grouped and displayed by shooting date. 2 Select [Calendar Filmstrip Display].
Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) 1 Select Z in the playback mode palette. Slideshow starts. Available operations E Pauses/resumes playback. C Displays the previous image. 4 D Displays the next image. B Stops playback. Playback R Adjusts the volume of the movie. After all images are played back, the camera returns to single image display.
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.
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 t Memo • Refer to “Operating Environment for USB Connection and Provided Software” (p.94) for system requirements to connect the camera to a computer or to use the software.
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. press E. 4 Select the image(s) or folder to copy. Refer to Step 2 of “Deleting Selected Images” (p.60) for how to select image(s) or a folder. 5 Press G. The save confirmation screen appears.
3 Specify the size and 4 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press position of the area to crop by using the cropping frame. E. u Caution • The Color Moiré Correction function can be used only for the JPEG images captured with this camera. Available operations R Changes the size of the cropping frame. ABCD Moves the cropping frame. 4 G Changes the aspect ratio or Image Rotation setting. Playback M Rotates the cropping frame (only when possible).
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 1 Display a filter-processed image in single image display. 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.
t Memo Creating a Composite Image (Index) • The file name format for index image is “INDXxxxx.JPG”. 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). 1 Display the movie to edit in single image display. 2 Select c in the playback mode palette. The movie editing screen appears.
6 Press F. The screen of Step 3 reappears. 7 Press E. The save confirmation screen appears. 8 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press 4 Press G. The screen for selecting the parameter setting method appears. 5 Select the parameter 001/500 setting method and press E. 100 _ 0505 Develop images as shot Develop images with modified settings E. t Memo OK RAW Development You can develop RAW images into JPEG images, and save them as a new file. 1 Select b in the playback mode palette.
8 Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press E. When [Select single image] is selected, select [Continue] or [Exit], and press E. u Caution • Only RAW images captured with this camera can be developed. t Memo 4 Playback 70 • When [Select multiple images] or [Select a folder] is selected in Step 2, a folder with a new number is created, and the JPEG images are stored in the new folder.
t Memo 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 and For each exposure mode, you can select the parameters for when Q and R are turned and M is pressed. press D. The [Button Customization] screen appears.
Setting Function Page Autofocus is performed Enable AF1 when I is pressed. AF Button Autofocus is performed when I is pressed and Enable AF2 not when the shutter release button is pressed halfway. Cancel AF 5 Settings Optical Preview Preview Dial Digital Preview 1 Set [RAW/Fx Button] to [One Push File Format] in Step 3 of “Setting the Button Operation” (p.71). p.42 While I is pressed, autofocus is not performed even when the shutter release button is pressed halfway.
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. Exposure Mode (except for T / C) Sensitivity EV Compensation AE Metering AF point Flash Mode Drive Mode White Balance Custom Image A1-4 menu settings (with exceptions) E1-4 menu settings t Memo • The settings saved as USER mode can be displayed on the monitor when you select [Check Saved Settings] in Step 3.
4 After entering the text, move the text selection cursor to [Finish], and press E. The [Rename USER Mode] screen reappears. 1 Set the mode dial to O, P, or Q. 5 1 Select [World Time] in D1 menu. 2 Select the time you wish to ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR Settings 2 Change the settings as necessary. The exposure mode can be changed in [Exposure Mode] of the A1 menu. display in [Time Setting]. Select F (Hometown) or G (Destination).
t Memo • Refer to “List of World Time Cities” (p.94) 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. Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. A4 Flash Exposure Compensation Digital Filter HDR Capture Composition Adjust.
Selecting the Folder/File Settings D2 Enter 5 single-byte alphanumeric characters. Refer to Steps 3 and 4 of “Editing a Setting Name” (p.73) for how to enter text. Folder Name 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. You can change the folder name in [Folder Name] of the D2 menu.
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. You can set whether to continue the sequential numbering for the file name even if a new folder is created in [Sequential Numbering] of [File No.] in the D2 menu. File No.
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 Does not embed copyright information in the Exif. S (Default setting) T Embeds copyright information in the Exif.
u Caution t Memo • A smartphone can be used to operate this camera when a Flucard compatible with this camera is used. Refer to the Flucard manual for details on how to use the card. • When an Eye-Fi card is used, 100 images can be stored in a single folder. For RAW+ images, two files are counted as one image. • In Step 2, select [Communication Info] to check the Wireless LAN information, and [Firmware Info/Options] to check the firmware version of the cards.
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions ×: Not available Composition Adjust.
Functions Available with Various Lenses 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.
Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash may be limited. Lens Restrictions when using the built-in flash DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm F3.5-4.5 ED (IF)/ DA 12-24mm F4 ED AL/ DA 14mm F2.8 ED (IF)/ The built-in flash is not available FAk300mm F2.8 ED (IF)/ due to vignetting. k DA 560mm F5.6 ED AW/ FAk600mm F4 ED (IF)/ FAk250-600mm F5.6 ED (IF) 6 Appendix 82 F FISH-EYE 17-28mm F3.5-4.5 Vignetting may occur if the focal length is less than 20 mm.
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.
*4 Functions when Using an External Flash *5 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. Built-in Flash AF540FGZ AF540FGZ II AF360FGZ AF360FGZ II AF200FG AF160FC Red-eye reduction flash x x x Auto Flash Discharge x x x Automatically switching to the flash sync speed x x x Aperture value is automatically set in G mode and I mode.
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°02.000' 89m 0° 09/09/2013 10:00:00 GPS Time Sync Automatically adjusts the camera’s date and time settings using information acquired from GPS satellites.
Problem 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. Cause Battery is not installed properly. Remedy Check the orientation of the battery. The battery power Charge the battery. is low. The built-in flash is Wait until charging is finished. being charged.
Sensor Cleaning Removing Dust 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. • Attach a DA, DA L, FA J lens or a D FA, FA or F lens that has an 9 position, and set the aperture ring to the 9 position. • Turn the Stills/Movie switch to A. • Set the focus mode switch to v. 1 Select [Dust Alert] in D4 menu and press D.
Error Messages Error Messages Error Messages 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 clean sensor No image There are no images that can be played back on the memory card. This image cannot be displayed You are trying to play back an image in a format not supported by this camera. You may be able to play it back on a computer.
Error Messages Description You are trying to set a function that is not This function is not available available for the exposure mode that is in the current mode set. The camera will turn off to prevent damage from overheating The camera will turn off because its internal temperature gets too hot. Leave the camera turned off until it has had time to cool down before turning on the camera again.
Viewfinder Main Specifications Model Description Appendix 90 Pentaprism Finder Coverage (FOV) Approx. 100% Magnification Approx. 0.95× (50 mm F1.4 at infinity) Type TTL autofocus, auto-exposure SLR digital camera with built-in retractable P-TTL flash Eye-Relief Length Approx. 20.5 mm (from the view window), Approx. 22.3 mm (from the center of lens) Lens Mount PENTAX KAF2 bayonet mount (AF coupler, lens information contacts, K-mount with power contacts) Diopter Adjustment Approx. -2.5 to +1.
Autofocus System Type TTL: phase-matching autofocus Focus Sensor SAFOX 11, 27 points (25 cross type focus points in the center) Brightness Range EV -3 to 18 (ISO100, at normal temperature) AF Modes Single AF (x), Continuous AF (y), Auto select AF (z) Focus operation customizable Focus Point Selection Modes Spot, Select, Expanded Area AF (S, M, L), Zone Select, Auto (27 AF Points) AF Assist Light Dedicated LED AF assist light Continuous Shooting Max. approx. 8.
Digital Filter Extract Color, Toy Camera, Retro, High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Unicolor Bold, Bold Monochrome HDR Capture Auto, Type1, Type2, Type3 Exposure Bracket Value adjustable Auto Align (automatic composition correction) Horizon Correction SR On: corrects up to 1 degree, SR Off: corrects up to 2 degrees Composition Adjustment Adjustment range of ±1.
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. Actual results may vary depending on the shooting conditions/circumstances. Interfaces Connection Port USB 3.
List of World Time Cities The following cities can be set as Hometown and Destination.
t Memo • QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to a computer. You can download it from the following site: http://www.apple.
Index Symbols A menu .......................... C menu.......................... B menu ......................... D menu........................... E menu ........................... C mode.......................... T mode.......................... 18 21 21 22 23 38 31 Numerics 1st Frame Action in AF.C ........................................ 43 6 Appendix 96 A AA (Anti-Aliasing) Filter Simulator ......................... 58 AC adapter ...................... 28 Action in AF.C Continuous ................
Editing images ................. 65 Electronic Compass .. 12, 85 Electronic Level ......... 12, 15 Error messages ............... 88 EV Compensation ........... 37 EV Steps ......................... 37 Expanded Area AF (AF point) ......................................... 44 Exposure Bracketing ....... 49 Exposure Mode ......... 36, 74 Exposure Setting ............. 38 External flash................... 84 Extract Color (Digital Filter) .................................. 56, 66 Eye-Fi card ................
6 Appendix Pastel (Digital Filter) ........ 66 PEF ................................. 35 Peripheral Illumination Correction........................ 57 Photographer................... 78 Pixel Mapping .................. 86 Playback Info Display selection screen .............. 12 Playback menu ................ 21 Playback mode ................ 34 Playback mode palette .... 59 Portrait (Custom Image) .. 54 Posterization (Digital Filter) ........................................ 66 Power ........................
X-sync socket .................. 84 Z Zone Select (AF point) ....
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. About the Camera Warning 6 Appendix • Do not disassemble or modify the camera.
About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Care to be Taken During Handling 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. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause serious personal injuries.
• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when using a tripod. 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.
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. Eye-Fi, the Eye-Fi logo and Eye-Fi connected are trademarks of Eye-Fi, Inc.
WARRANTY POLICY 6 Appendix 104 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.
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.
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.
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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Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera) Eyecup Fs (Installed on camera) ME viewfinder cap Sync socket 2P cap (Installed on camera) Body mount cover (Installed on camera) Triangular ring and protective cover (Installed on camera) Battery grip terminal cover (Installed on camera) Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI90 Battery charger D-BC90 AC plug cord Strap O-ST132 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW140 Operating Manual (this manual) Regarding User Registration Lenses y
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