Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Welcome to the Fantastic World of Pentax Medium Format Photography This medium format 672 camera gives an image area four times larger than that of the 35 mm SLR camera, assuring the photographer of fine-grained, superior quality image definition on enlargements. The Aperture-Priority AE Mode and the metering modes of the Multi (6) Segment Metering, Center-Weighted Metering and Spot Metering Modes are available when the AE Pentaprism Finder 672 is attached.
FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this page. WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to the operator. WARNING ● Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Make sure that small children do not get the strap caught around their neck.
Precautions for Your Camera Your Pentax camera is high-precision mechanism. Handle it with great care. Precautions when taking pictures ● Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water, or any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid, wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth. ● Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid objects.
Precautions for Battery Usage Other precautions ● The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50 °C to –10 °C (122 °F to 14 °F). ● A camera which has been submerged in water usually cannot be repaired. If such an accident should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax Service Center immediately. ● To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended that the camera be inspected every one or two years.
Table of Contents FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA..................... 1 Precautions for Your Camera .................................. 2 Precautions for Battery Usage................................. 3 Names of Working Parts.......................................... 6 Indicators ................................................................. 8 To Take the Following Kinds of Pictures ................. 9 To Start Taking Pictures Right Away ..................... 10 Structure of this Manual......................
Table of Contents Selecting an Exposure Mode........................... ● Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode........ ● Using the Metered Manual Mode.............. ● Using the Bulb Exposure Mode ................ About Exposure Compensation....................... Switching the Metering Mode .......................... ● Using the Center-Weighted Metering Mode ..................................... ● Using the Spot Metering Mode ................. Using the Memory Lock Function ....................
Names of Working Parts Top front AE Pentaprism Finder 672 [Page 21] Exposure compensation dial release button [Page 54] Metering mode selector [Page 36, 55, 56] Film speed set lever [Page 24] Shutter speed dial [Page 47, 49, 52] Exposure compensation dial [Page 54] Shutter speed dial lock button [Page 35, 50] Wind lever [Page 28, 41] LCD panel [Page 8] Strap lugs [Page 13] Viewfinder unlock button [Page 22] Multi-exposure lever [Page 45] Shutter release button [Page 20] Cable release socket [Page 53]
Bottom back Battery chamber cover [Page 14] Film spool retainer knob [Page 26] Accessory guide hole Tripod socket Lens release lever [Page 19] 5Psync terminal [Page 58] Memo holder [Page 29] Dedicated flash contacts [Page 59] Film type indicator [Page 25] X-sync terminal [Page 62] Memory lock button [Page 57] Back cover release lever [Page 25] Eyepiece shutter lever [Page 44] Film speed set button [Page 24] Back cover Diopter adjustment dial [Page 33] 7
Indicators The indicators displayed on the LCD panel and viewfinder show the following information. LCD Panel Viewfinder * As the periphery of the image may be cut off when the image is printed out, compose your image with extra space around it.
To Take the Following Kinds of Pictures Flash Page ● To take a picture in a dark place or indoors 58 ● To take a picture of a subject with a night scene in the background 63 Exposure (Brightness) ● To take a picture with brightness manually adjusted Page 49, 54 ● To take a picture into the sun with the subject’s face lightened 54 ● To measure the brightness of a specific narrow area 56 ● To store the exposure in the camera temporarily 57 Subject Photography Page ● To take a picture of yours
To Start Taking Pictures Right Away 1 2 3 Load the Batteries Attach the Lens Set the F-Stop Remove the battery chamber cover and load two CR123A batteries. [Page 14] Align the red dots on the camera and lens mount, attach the lens to the camera body, and turn it to the right until it locks. [Page 18] Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop. [Page 35] 7 10 8 Turn the Power On Set the Film Speed Set the main switch to i.
4 5 Turn the Shutter Speed Dial to b Turn the dial while holding down the button indicated in the diagram. This sets the Aperture-Priority AE Mode. [Page 35] 6 Set Exposure Compensation to a Set the Multi (6)-Segment Metering Mode Turn the exposure compensation dial to the a position. [Page 54] Set the metering mode selector to K. [Page 36] 9 10 Load Film Adjust the Focus and Take a Picture Open the back cover and load the film correctly.
Structure of this Manual For effective use of this manual, the contents have been arranged in the following order. BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Page 13 to 34 BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] Page 35 to 42 ADVANCED OPERATION Page 43 to 75 OTHERS Page 76 to 81 ● If you want to start taking pictures right away, please read “BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]”, and “BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]”. You can enjoy simple photography even with a minimal knowledge of operating the camera.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Attaching the Camera Strap ● Adjust the length of the strap with the buckle. ● After fitting the strap and adjusting the length, pull the strap hard to confirm that the strap is securely attached to the camera. 1 Press the lock plate of the clasp in the direction of the arrow with a coin or similar object. 2 Place the clasp onto the strap lug with the part indicated by the arrow enclosed by the dotted line facing out, and return the lock plate to the original position.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Loading the Batteries ● If any indicators are not displayed on the LCD panel even though a battery is loaded, confirm that the battery chamber cover is closed at the correct angle. ● Do not replace the battery while winding up the film. If you do so, the film counter on LCD panel advances by two from the current display and the number of pictures that can be taken decreases by one. ● Do not wind up the film when the battery is not loaded in the camera.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Battery life and bulb exposure time [20°C], using new batteries, based on our testing conditions. ➥➥ ● This camera requires battery power for operation. Always use two CR123A lithium batteries or the batteries included in the package. ● The ISO film speed and number of exposed frames are unchanged even if the batteries are replaced. ● Keep spare batteries on hand for convenient replacement when shooting while traveling abroad or in cold places, or when shooting many pictures.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Turning the Power ON Set the main switch to i. The power is turned off when the main switch is set to d. ● When the camera is not in use, make sure that the main switch is set to d to prevent battery drain if the shutter release button is accidentally depressed.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Low Battery Warning ● Do not replace the battery while winding up the film. If you do so, the film counter on LCD panel advances by two from the current display and the number of pictures that can be taken decreases by one. When the batteries are nearly exhausted, the low battery warning H appears on the LCD panel as a warning. Replace the batteries as soon as possible. See page 14 for replacing the batteries.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Attaching the Lens ● See the operation manual “INTERCHANGEABLE LENSES” for 67 lenses when attaching or removing an outer bayonet lens for a large lens. ● Do not operate the lens release lever shown in page 19 when attaching the lens. Doing so may result in the lens not being able to be attached to the camera properly. ● We assume no responsibility nor liability for damages resulting from the use of lenses made by other manufacturers.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] ● To protect the lens against damage after removal, be sure to set the lens down with the mount side facing upward. How to remove To remove the lens, turn it to the left while depressing the lens release lever.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Depressing the Shutter Release Button Not pressed ● To prevent the camera shake, depress the shutter release button gently. ● Before loading a roll of film, slowly depress the shutter release button to learn where the first position is. ● The indicators in the viewfinder stay on for about 10 seconds after the button is released from the halfway position. Depressing the shutter release button down halfway keeps the indicators in the viewfinder on.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] About Interchangeable Viewfinder Four types of optional interchangeable viewfinders are available. AE Pentaprism Finder 672 ● When the AE Pentaprism Finder 672 is attached to the 672 camera, the Aperture-Priority AE Mode and the Metered Manual Mode are usable. ● The Pentaprism Finder, Folding Focusing Hood or Rigid Magnifying Hood used for 67 camera can also be attached to the 672 camera. ● The TTL Pentaprism Finder used for the 67 camera cannot be used to the 672 camera.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Remove the cover as illustrated. ● When the AE Pentaprism Finder is not attached properly, [PErr] may appear on the LCD panel. Attaching the viewfinder Place the viewfinder on the upper part of the camera as illustrated and press it down until it clicks two times. Detaching the viewfinder Turn the viewfinder unlock button in the direction of the arrow to align the red dots on the camera.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Depress the viewfinder unlock button to remove the viewfinder.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Setting the Film Speed (ISO) 1 Depress the film speed set button. The ISO indicator on the LCD panel blinks. 2 While depressing the film speed set button, move the film speed set lever to change the film speed. 3 To change the film speed to a larger number (higher film speed), move the lever toward the front repeatedly until the desired ISO appears on the LCD panel.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Loading the Film 1 Open the back cover by sliding the back cover release lever. 2 Depress and shift the pressure plate according to the film type (120 or 220) you use. 3 The pressure plate you set will be indicated in the film type indicator. Be sure to set the proper film speed before the film is loaded. See page 24 for setting the film speed. ● Film drag will occur or the end of the film cannot be detected when the 220 pressure plate is set for a 120 film.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] ● If the film spool retainer knob does not fit in the proper position, turn the spool in the direction of the arrow as shown in the illustration. 26 4 Unfold the crank of the film spool retainer knob, turn the knob to the left and pull down. 5 Install the emptied spool to the spool retainer as illustrated. 6 Push in the film spool retainer knob and turn it to the direction of the arrow.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] 7 Tear off the tape from the film and install the film to the spool retainer in the same manner as installing the emptied spool so that the letters on the leader paper are facing outwards. 8 Turn the wind lever until the slot of the empty spool faces upward. 9 Draw the film leader from the film roll, and insert the tip of the leader into the spool’s slit. ● If a battery is not loaded, the spool will not turn even if the wind lever is turned.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] ● When the film does not advance even if the wind lever is turned, turn the wind lever twice after closing the back cover. Then release the shutter, open the back cover and repeat the film winding procedure from step 10 . 28 10 Turn the wind lever while lightly pressing the film leader. 11 Confirm that the film leader is evenly wound onto the spool. 12 Turn the wind lever until the arrow marking on the leader paper aligns with the p mark on the camera.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] 13 Close the back cover. Keep turning the wind lever until the wind lever stops. The film counter indicator A , film type C or D, film symbol u, and o advising you to wind up the film will appear on the LCD panel. 14 B appears on the LCD panel when the film is properly loaded.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] CAUTION Align the start mark of the film and the p mark of the camera as shown in step 12 of page 28. With a 220 film loaded, the dotted line appears as illustrated. This is not a start mark. Do not align this line with the p mark. Doing so may result in the first three frames not being exposed. ● The film counter indicator is also displayed in the viewfinder. ● Always unload the film in the shade or using your body to shade the film holder.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Unloading the Film 1 After the last frame of the roll is exposed, o and E on the LCD panel blink. 2 The film speed indicator will disappear when you wind up the film. Repeat winding the film several times. 3 Wind the leader paper until G appears on the LCD panel.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] 4 Confirm that G is displayed on the LCD panel. Open the back cover. 5 Unfold the crank of the film spool retainer knob, turn the knob to the left and pull down. 6 Fold the end of the leader paper and then affix the paper seal securely on the back of the paper leader to prevent accidental unwinding of the exposed roll. ● Always unload the film in the shade or using your body to shade the film holder.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter ● The diopter adjustment range is +1.5 m–1 to –2.5 m–1 (per meter). Aim the camera at a bright subject. While looking through the viewfinder, turn the diopter adjustment dial to the left or right until the microprism grid appears in the sharpest focus. ● Be sure to adjust the diopter before use.
BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION] Installing the Correction Lens ● The diopter adjustment range can be changed from –5.5 to –1.5 or –0.5 to +3.5 by changing the optional correction lenses. 34 1 Turn the rubberized eyepiece frame to the left and remove it. 2 Install the desired correction lens as illustrated.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] Using the Apperture-Priority AE Mode When the desired aperture is selected, an appropriate shutter speed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposure. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop. 2 Turn the shutter speed dial to b while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button. ● The shutter speed dial can be released from b to another position in the same manner as step 2 . ● See page 49 for the Metered Manual Mode.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] Using the Multi (6)Segment Metering Mode In the Multi (6)-Segment Metering Mode, the metering system automatically measures light in six different zones, enabling proper exposure value in a wide variety of normal and adverse lighting conditions. ● The Center-Weighted Metering Mode and Spot Metering Mode are also available in this camera. See page 55 and 56 for more details.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] Multi (6)-Segment Metering This camera incorporates a highprecision six-segment TTL metering system. Light values are measured in six segments within the image field, enabling an optimal exposure to be made under a variety of lighting conditions. With conventional averaged metering systems, underexposure of the subject results from the brightness of the background affecting the overall metering.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] Holding the Camera ● To reduce the camera shake, support your body or the camera on a solid object- a table, tree, or a wall for instance. ● When using an ultratelephoto lens, a tripod that is heavier than the total weight of the camera and lens is recommended to avoid the camera shake. Camera held horizontally Camera held vertically For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly as shown in the illustrations.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] Taking a Picture The viewfinder appears as illustrated below. You can use ➀ or ➁ for focusing. ➀ Microprism field Turn the focusing ring until the image on the microprism appears sharp and crisp. ● Adjust the diopter before use if the view from the viewfinder is not clear. See page 33. ➁ Matte field Turn the focusing ring until the image on the matte field appears sharp and crisp. ● An interchangeable focusing screen is available. See page 70.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] While looking through the viewfinder, turn the focusing ring to the right or left until the image appears sharp and crisp.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] ● You can also display the indicators in the viewfinder by pressing the memory lock button h instead of depressing the shutter release button halfway down. This is useful when you are using a Cable Release. However, if you press the memory lock button h in the Aperture-Priority AE Mode, the memory lock function is set. Press the memory lock button h again before taking a picture. 2 Depress the shutter release button halfway down.
BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING] When the shutter is in the uncocked position, the film advance indicator o appears on the LCD panel. ● Do not try to cock the shutter when o is not displayed on the LCD panel.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using the 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. 1 Set the main switch to r. 2 Focus on the subject and then depress the shutter release button fully. ● When the self-timer is in operation, the audible PCV signal is heard and the rate increases for the last two seconds.
ADVANCED OPERATION Eyepiece Shutter ● In normal photography, set the eyepiece shutter to the up position. 1 When using the camera in a situation where your eye will not remain at the viewfinder when taking the picture, such as when using the Self-Timer Mode, set the eyepiece shutter to the down position. 2 Depress the shutter release button.
ADVANCED OPERATION Multiple-Exposure Mode 1 After taking the first picture as normal, move the multi-exposure lever in the direction of the arrow. Cock the shutter while holding down the lever. 2 The film does not advance at this stage, so the second shot will be imposed on the previous shot. 3 The film counter indicator in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel blinks when the wind lever is set back to its original position.
ADVANCED OPERATION 4 Depress the shutter release button. The film counter indicators in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel stop blinking. ➥➥ ● To expose the third shot, set the multi-exposure lever in the lock position in the same manner as step 1 after taking the second shot. ● When using the Multi-Exposure Mode, you usually get the best results using a flash to illuminate the main subject against a dimly-lit background. ● Once the Multi-Exposure Mode is set, it cannot be canceled normally.
ADVANCED OPERATION Selecting an Exposure Mode Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode When the desired aperture is selected, the camera automatically selects an appropriate shutter speed for a proper exposure. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop position. 2 Turn the shutter speed dial to b while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button.
ADVANCED OPERATION 3 ● The shutter speed dial can be released from b to another position while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button. ● The Aperture-Priority AE Mode does not operate unless the AE Pentaprism Finder 672 is attached. 48 When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed, the metering mode, and the film counter indicator will be displayed in the viewfinder.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using the Metered Manual Mode The Metered Manual Mode is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter speed and aperture setting combination, or taking creatively under or over exposed photographs. 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop setting. 2 Set the shutter speed dial to a desired shutter speed other than b.
ADVANCED OPERATION To set the shutter speed dial to a position other than b, turn the shutter speed dial while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button. ● To set the shutter speed dial to e or a position other than e, turn the shutter speed dial while holding down the shutter speed dial lock button. 50 In flash photography, when you use the flash sync shutter speed of 1/30 of a second or a nondedicated external flash unit, set the shutter speed dial to the e (1/30 of a second) position.
ADVANCED OPERATION 3 ● When the bars are displayed above the l side on the bar graph, it indicates overexposure and when the bars are displayed above the m side, it indicates underexposure. When a single bar is displayed in the center of the bar graph, it indicates correct exposure. Moving one bar above the bar graph indicates 0.3 step (0.3EV). However, when over or under exposure is set beyond +3 or –3 steps (3EV), l or m indicator will blink.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using the Bulb Exposure Mode 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. 52 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired fstop. 2 Set the shutter speed dial to c.
ADVANCED OPERATION ● The indicators in the viewfinder can be light up by depressing the Cable Release halfway. 3 F will be displayed in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is depressed halfway. 4 In the Bulb Exposure Mode, use a steady tripod to prevent camera shake and attach the optional Cable Release. ● See page 15 for the bulb exposure time when a new battery is used.
ADVANCED OPERATION About Exposure Compensation Exposure compensation allows you to deliberately overexpose (brighten) or underexpose (darken) a subject, or to compensate for difficult lighting conditions which may fool the camera’s built-in exposure meter. ● Exposure compensation does not work in the Bulb Exposure Mode. ● The exposure compensation range is –3EV to +3EV in 0.3EV step. ● Moving one bar above the bar graph indicates a 0.3EV step.
ADVANCED OPERATION Switching the Metering Mode The Spot Metering Mode or Center-Weighted Metering Mode can also be selected in this camera. Select the desired metering mode with the metering mode selector. ● These metering systems do not automatically compensate for back lighted or spotlighted scenes like the Multi (6)Segment Metering Mode. Creative exposure control is determined by the user. Using the Center-Weighted Metering Mode The Center-Weighted Metering Mode is an orthodox metering system.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using the Spot Metering Mode The Spot Metering Mode measures light only in the small area in the center of the viewfinder. 1 ● If the brightness range between the center of the picture and the surrounding areas is too great, the exposure should be determined in consideration of the overall brightness. Otherwise, the picture will come out improperly exposed. 56 2 Set the metering mode selector to the I position. I is displayed in the viewfinder.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using the Memory Lock Function The memory lock function enables an exposure level to be memorized before shooting. The memory lock function is very effective when used along with spot metering. Use memory lock function to get a correct exposure when the subject occupies only a small part of the viewfinder. Depress the memory lock button h. The exposure level is memorized and n is displayed in the viewfinder.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using a PENTAX Dedicated External Flash Using the TTL Auto Flash Compatible flash units are AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF500FTZ, AF400FTZ, AF330FTZ, AF240FT, AF280T, AF200T and AF220T. * To use above flash units, an optional hot shoe grip 672 is required. 1 2 3 4 Attach the hot shoe grip 672 to the camera. Remove the black cover (hot shoe cover Fc) on the upper part. Attach a Pentax dedicated flash unit to the hot shoe grip 672. Connect the cord to the camera’s 5P-sync terminal.
ADVANCED OPERATION Using the AF400T Flash Unit * To attach the AF400T flash unit to the 672 camera, an optional bracket for AF400T and 4P sync cord A are required. 1 Attach the AF400T to the camera using the AF400T 672 Bracket. 2 Connect the 4P sync cord A to the X-sync terminal. ● To attach a bracket for AF400T to the 672 camera, refer to the operating manual of AF400T 672 Bracket.
ADVANCED OPERATION Exposure Compensation with the TTL Flash Unit If the exposure compensation is combined with the TTL flash unit, only the amount of flash is adjusted. The brightness of the background and the amount of flash can be adjusted simultaneously by setting q to the center of the bar graph. Using External Metering Auto Flash Two- or three-level auto flash modes are available with AF200T, AF280T, and AF400T.
ADVANCED OPERATION AF540FGZ, AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ ● In the Aperture-Priority AE Mode or when the shutter speed is set in the range of 1/30 to 1/1000 of a second, the flash sync speed of 1/30 of a second (1/15 of a second in the trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash and contrast-control flash modes) is set when the flash is fully charged. ● The auto zoom function does not function with this camera. Adjust the focal length manually.
ADVANCED OPERATION Overview of Flash Function CAMERA FUNCTION TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D After the flash is charged, the camera automatically switches to the flash-sync speed (1/30 of a second).
ADVANCED OPERATION Slow-Speed-Sync Shooting It is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subject against a dimly lit background by using the flash to properly expose the foreground subject and a slow-shutter-speed to expose the low light background. 1 Set the camera’s exposure mode to the Metered Manual Mode. 2 Turn the flash on. 3 Select an appropriate shutter speed (slower than 1/30 of a second) and aperture combination for a correct exposure. 4 Release the shutter.
ADVANCED OPERATION Checking the Depth-of-Field ● The actual range in focus and the depth of field confirmed through the viewfinder may differ to some degree. ● When the depth-of-preview lever is set at the g position, the metering mode selectores to the Center-Weighted Metering Mode automatically. 64 1 Slide the depth-of-preview lever on the lens until the letters g appears. 2 The aperture will stop down to the preset value, and the depth of field can be confirmed through the viewfinder.
ADVANCED OPERATION Mirror Lock-Up 1 Wind the film. 2 Slide the mirror lock-up lever upward. The mirror goes up and stays in the up position. 3 Release the shutter. Locking the mirror in the lockup position helps to minimize the camera vibrations that may contribute to blurred pictures. ● With the mirror in the locked-up position, the memory lock function automatically operates and the exposure is fixed. ● Mirror lock-up does not operate before winding the film.
ADVANCED OPERATION Time Exposure Mode In the Time Exposure Mode, the battery consumption is extremely minimized to save the batteries. This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and astronomical photography. ● The time exposure set lever can be set after the film is winded. ● When the battery is exhausted, this function does not operate. 66 1 Set the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop. 2 Slide the time exposure set lever as shown in the illustration.
ADVANCED OPERATION ● The shutter will not close until the time set with the dial lapses, regardless of the shutter dial position and the position of the time exposure set lever. 4 Depress the shutter release button. The shutter remains open. 5 Slide the time exposure set lever to the original position. The time exposure finishes. ● The Time Exposure Mode can be combined with the mirror lock-up function.
ADVANCED OPERATION Infrared Index 1 Focus on a subject as usual and memorize the focusing point on the lens distance scale. 2 Turn the focusing ring to the left until the point you memorized aligns with the infrared index. When infrared film and an “R2” or “O2” filter are used, the focal point is different from that of ordinary film exposed in visible light. Focus on a subject in the following manner.
ADVANCED OPERATION Accessories (Optional) A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. For further information, contact your local Pentax local service center. ●Cable Release 30 and 50 A shutter release cable designed for use with the camera equipped with threaded cable release socket. ●Magnifier 67 A viewfinder accessory for magnifying the central area of the viewfinder.
ADVANCED OPERATION ●Interchangeable Focusing Screen Twelve types of focusing screens including the standard focusing screen are available. Refer to the chart on page 71 for the combination of screens according to camera. Refer to instruction sheets supplied with each screen for changing instructions. BA-61, BA-81 (Microprism Matte) For general use. Matte screen with microprism. BB-61, BB-81 (Split-Image Matte) Matte screen with split image.
ADVANCED OPERATION Lenses Screens SMC PENTAX FISH-EYE 35mm/4.5 SMC PENTAX 45mm/4 SMC PENTAX 55mm/4 SMC PENTAX 75mm/2.8 AL SMC PENTAX 75mm/4.5 SMC PENTAX 90mm/2.8 SMC PENTAX 105mm/2.4 SMC PENTAX 165mm/2.8 SMC PENTAX 200mm/4 SMC PENTAX M* 300mm/4 ED(IF) SMC PENTAX 300mm/4 SMC PENTAX M* 400mm/4 ED(IF) SMC PENTAX 500mm/5.6 SMC TAKUMURA 600mm/4 SMC TAKUMURA 800mm/4 SMC PENTAX M* 800/6.7 ED(IF) SMC REFLEX TAKUMURA 1000mm/8 SMC PENTAX MACRO 100mm/4 SMC PENTAX MACRO 135mm/4 SMC PENTAX SHIFT 75mm/4.
ADVANCED OPERATION Notes on Accessories Autobellows ● When using the AE Pentaprism Finder 672 or Pentaprism Finder 672 in conjunction with the magnifier or eyecup, detach the rubber ring from the finder's eyepiece. If the eyepiece from which the rubber ring was detached is squeezed too tightly, it may be difficult to detach the ring. In this case, hold down and rotate the frame of the eyepiece using the back side of the strap (the side without the word PENTAX on it) to make it easier to detach the ring.
ADVANCED OPERATION Aperture and Shutter Speed Effects Deciding the appropriate exposure for an object that you want to photograph (the subject) is all about deciding the right combination of shutter speed and aperture value. However, even for subjects with the same brightness, there are several combinations of shutter speed and aperture value possible. Depending on which combination you select, the effects of the picture differ.
ADVANCED OPERATION The Effect of Aperture Aperture refers to adjusting the amount of light that hits the film, by widening or narrowing the beam, or “thickness” of light that passes through the lens. If the aperture is opened, thus widening the beam of light, the objects in front of and behind the subject in focus are blurred. In other words, the focus range becomes smaller. On the other hand, by narrowing the aperture and thus narrowing the beam of light, the focus range becomes larger.
ADVANCED OPERATION Custom Function The Pentax 672 offers “Custom Functions” to modify the camera’s operation to suit personal preferences. Modifications are made at a Pentax service center (at some charge). Please consult your local Pentax service center for details. (1) 1/2 EV Shutter-speed settings Shutter speeds can be divided into 1/2 EV steps. (2) Metering timer duration The 10-second metering timer can be changed to 5, 20 or 30 seconds.
OTHERS Troubleshooting What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies. Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items. Symptoms The shutter cannot be released. Indicators do not appear on the LCD panel. 76 Causes The last frame is exposed. Remedies Remove the film. Reference Page 31 The main switch is set to d. Set the main switch to i. Page 16 The low battery warning H appears. Replace the batteries.
OTHERS Symptoms Causes Remedies Reference The view from the viewfinder is not clear. The diopter is not adjusted. Adjust the diopter. Page 33 The spool does not turn when winding the film. No batteries have been installed. Install the batteries. Page 27 Error Display in the Event of Incorrect Operation In the event of unusual operation of the camera, [E] followed by double figures, e.g. [E-13], will appear on the LCD panel to indicate an error. When this happens, the shutter cannot be released.
OTHERS Specifications 78 Type 6 ✕ 7 format SLR camera Format 55 ✕ 70 mm Usable film 120 roll film (10 exposures), 220 roll film (21 exposures), ISO 6 to 6400 Exposure modes Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Metered Manual Mode, Bulb Mode Shutter Electronically-controlled horizontal-run focal-plane shutter, Speed range: Auto 1/1000-30 sec. (stepless), Manual 1/1000-4 sec., Bulb, X (1/30 of a second). Time Exposure Mode, Shutter lock by turning the main switch to d.
OTHERS Mirror Instant-return mirror with lock-up device Film winding With rapid wind lever (7 pre advance angle and 190 advance angle) Exposure meter TTL multi (6)-segment wide-open metering, Metering range from EV2 to EV21 at ISO100 with 105 mm f/2.4 lens in multi (6)-segment metering, Center-Weighted Metering Mode and Spot Metering Mode can be set Exposure compensation ±3EV in 0.
OTHERS WARRANTY POLICY All PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of material or workmanship for a period of twelve months from date of purchase.
OTHERS In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase when required, please keep the receipt or bills covering the purchase of your equipment for at least a year. Before sending your equipment for servicing, please make sure that you are sending it to the manufacturer’s authorized representatives or their approved repair shops, unless you are sending it directly to the manufacturer.
HOYA CORPORATION PENTAX Imaging System Division 2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (http://www.pentax.jp) PENTAX Europe GmbH Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.uk) PENTAX France S.A.S. 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex, FRANCE (http://www.pentax.
