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OPERATING MANUAL

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11-2005 DA_Cover_E 05.11.10 2:27 PM Page 3 FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX-DA lens. This smc PENTAX-DA lens features a “Quick-Shift Focus System” that lets you finely adjust the focus manually after the focus has been adjusted in addition to allowing you to enjoy taking pictures using autofocus or manual focus by mounting on the PENTAX -series digital SLR camera. For further information on the use of this function, refer to p11. smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used only with PENTAX cameras.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 1 FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation, please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. WARNING CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in serious injury to the user. This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 2 2 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE 1. Storage and mildew prevention • Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag, and store it in a dry, well-ventilated place. • Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet, wardrobe, drawer, vehicle, or where insect repellent or medicine is kept. • Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity, where there is a risk of mildew growth.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 4 smc PENTAX-DA LENS 4 Focusing ring Lens hood attaching index Distance scale window Distance scale Depth-of-field scale Depth-of-field scale Mounting index Distance index Note: The DA lens does not have an aperture ring. Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto “A” position, so accessories without an auto “A” setting cannot be used with this lens.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 5 5 About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the PENTAX - series digital SLR camera. The KAF -mount of the DA lens is similar to conventional SLR lenses, but the DA lens cannot be used on 35 mm SLR cameras. KAF-mount AF coupler Lens-information contacts CAUTION Be careful not to damage or dirty the lens-information contacts and AF coupler on the mount surfaces of the camera and lens.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 6 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 6 1 2 1. To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. ✍ Memo: • • Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted. After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place. 2.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 7 LENS CAP 1 7 2 1. Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward as shown above. 2. Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens, then screw on the lens cap. ✍ Memo: • • When not using the lens, be sure to attach the lens cap. The lens cap for the DA FISH-EYE 10-17 mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) is mounted by fitting it over the lens hood.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 8 FOCUSING 8 1 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera’s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode and manualfocus mode. For details, refer to your camera’s manual. 1. Using Autofocus Set the camera’s focus mode to autofocus. Press the shutter button halfway to autofocus. With the camera, you can also press the AF button to autofocus.
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-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 9 9 Focusing with the OK Button With the or camera set as explained below, autofocusing by , pressing the shutter button halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to autofocus. : On the C Custom menu, select “Enable AF” for “OK btn when / / shooting”. ✍ Memo: • For details on the setting procedure, refer to the camera’s instruction manual. CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 10 10 2 2. Using Manual Focus Set to MF with the camera’s focus mode, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 11 11 Using the Quick-Shift Focus System ( -series cameras only) If you use the lens with an -series camera and the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. Just turn the focusing ring to manually touch-up the focus. You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. How to use the Quick-Shift Focus System 1.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 12 12 CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. - DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL (IF) - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited • When using the Quick-Shift Focus System, keep pressing the shutter button (or AF button) after you achieve focus and before taking a picture.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 13 13 Close-distance scale Precautions on close-distance scale (For DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL, DA18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL) In the close-distance scale range (the distance scale in the orange area), when shooting at the maximum aperture, image quality deterioration in the picture corners may result because of the optical characteristics of the lens. When taking a picture in this range, we recommend that you use a smaller aperture, stopping down from wide open.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 15 15 The zoom lens has a focusing ring at the front and a zoom ring behind it. Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view (lens focal length). ✍ Memo: • The focusing point may shift slightly by changing the focal length. First adjust the zoom and then adjust focus. About the zoom ring Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide-angle.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 16 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD 16 In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of the lens hood is recommended. 1 2 Lens hood attaching index 1. Screw-on Type 2. If the lens hood is dedicated to the DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited, screw it onto the front of the lens. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 17 17 1 2 About the PL filter window If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the DA lens, you can easily turn the filter via the PL filter window on the bayonet-type hood. Lens hood with [PL filter window] - DA 14mm f/2.8ED (IF) - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1. Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above. 2.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 18 18 3 3. Attach the PL filter window cap. ✍ Memo: • When shooting, be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to make that the lens hood is being used to maximum effect.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 19 FILTERS 19 Make sure the filter size matches the lens, then screw the filter onto the front of the lens. ✍ Memo: • The compatible filter size for all the lenses are listed on pages 24-26. • Filters cannot be mounted on the DA FISH-EYE 10-17 mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF). Precaution on filters • Since the filter becomes a part of the optics when attached on the lens, handle it in the same way you handle the lens with care to dust, dirt and scratches.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 20 20 Compatibility table for PENTAX filters Circular polarizing filter (new type) Lens Compatibility DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) *3 NO DA14mm f/2.8ED (IF) YES 1 Notes Circular polarizing filter (old type) Compatibility NO Use a filter with a diameter of 49 mm. DA40mm f/2.8 Limited* YES DA12-24mm f/4ED AL (IF)*2 occurs at focal *Vignetting *YES lengths below 15 mm. NO Vignetting occurs. YES Use a filter with a diameter of 49 mm.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 21 PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THE LENS WITH A FLASH 21 Built-in Flash The built-in flash can not be used when the distance is less than 0.7m. When the flash is used within 0.7m, it causes incorrect exposure control and vignetting in the picture corners. • Refer to the “Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash” chart on page 23 for information on the compatibility of the built-in flash with the lens being used.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 22 22 ● DA 12-24 mm f/4ED AL (IF) Pentax external flash units which support TTL auto flash and that cover a 24mm lens on a 35mm SLR or 16mm lens on a digital SLR can be used from 16mm to 24mm. AF540FGZ and AF360FGZ can be used from 13mm to 24mm with the wide angle panel (In both cases, it is possible to use the lens hood). Please note that at focal lengths less than 13mm the corners of the picture will not be fully illuminated.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 23 23 Compatibility of DA Lenses with the Built-in Flash Lens Compatibility DA 14mm f/2.8ED (IF) No DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited YES DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) No DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL (IF) No DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL *YES DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL YES DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED YES Notes *Vignetting may occur at a focal length less than 28mm, and also may occur at a focal length 28mm when object distance is less than 1m. Except for the DA 40mm f/2.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 24 MAIN SPECIFICATIONS 24 Lens Focal length DA 14mm f/2.8ED (IF) DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) 14 mm (equivalent to 21.5mm in 35mm format) 40 mm (equivalent to 61mm in 35mm format) -series Usable camera Elements in groups 12–11 10-17 mm (35mm conversion not possible) -series 5–4 -series 10–8 Angle of view 90° 39° 180°–100° Aperture f/2.8 f/2.8 f/3.5-f/4.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 25 25 Lens Focal length DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL (IF) DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL DA18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL 12-24 mm (equivalent to 16-45 mm (equivalent to 18-55 mm (equivalent to 18.5-37mm in 35mm format) 24.5-69mm in 35mm format) 27.5-84mm in 35mm format) -series -series Usable camera -series Elements in groups 13–11 13–10 12–9 Angle of view 99°–61° 83°–35° 76°–29° Aperture f/4 f/4 f/3.5-f/5.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 26 26 Lens Focal length DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED 50-200 mm (equivalent to 76.5-306mm in 35mm format) -series Usable camera Elements in groups 11–10 Angle of view 31.5°–8.1° Aperture f/4–f/5.6 Minimum aperture f/22–f/32 Mount type Minimum focus distance Maximum magnification KAF-mount 1.1m (3.6ft) Approx. 0.24× Filter size 52mm Lens hood Max. Diameter × Length Weight PH-RBB 52mm 66.5mm × 78.5mm (2.6in × 3.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 27 27 For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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11-2005 DA_Cover_E 05.11.10 2:27 PM Page 1 PENTAX Corporation PENTAX Europe GmbH (European Headquarters) PENTAX U.K. Limited PENTAX France S.A.S. PENTAX Benelux B.V. 2-36-9,Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN (https://www.pentax.co.jp/) Julius-Vosseler-Strasse, 104, 22527 Hamburg, GERMANY (HQ - http://www.pentaxeurope.com) (Germany - http://www.pentax.de) PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.