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Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera) Eyecup FR (Installed on camera) Body mount cover (Installed on camera) Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI109 Battery charger D-BC109 AC plug cord Strap O-ST132 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW156 Start Guide Lenses you can use Lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an 9 (Auto) position on the aperture ring. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.113.
Introducing the K-S2 1 Getting Started 2 Taking Pictures 3 Playback Functions 4 Sharing Images 5 Changing the Settings 6 Appendix 7 1
How to Use This Manual How to Use This Manual 1 Introducing the K-S2 ............................p.7 Gives you an overview of the K-S2. Read this and get to know your K-S2! Names and Functions of the Working Parts .......................................................................p.7 How to Change Function Settings ............. p.18 Menu List ...................................................... p.21 Reviewing Images .......................................p.42 3 Taking Pictures.........
4 Playback Functions ..............................p.77 Appendix....................................................p.110 Provides other resources to get the most from your K-S2. Playback Mode Palette Items .....................p.77 Restrictions on Each Capture Mode ..........p.110 Changing the Playback Method ................. p.78 Functions Available with Various Lenses .......................................................................p.113 Connecting the Camera to a Computer .....
Contents How to Use This Manual .........................2 Contents Introducing the K-S2 ...............................7 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ...... 7 Turning the Camera On ............................................... 36 Setting the Display Language ...................................... 37 Setting the Date and Time ........................................... 37 Setting the LCD Display ............................................... 38 Formatting a Memory Card .....................
Setting the AF Mode during Live View ......................... 57 AF Fine Adjustment ..................................................... 58 Setting the Drive Mode ....................................... 59 Setting the White Balance ................................. 68 Adjusting the White Balance Manually ........................ 70 Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature ................................................................ 70 Controlling the Image Finishing Tone ..............
Appendix ..............................................110 Restrictions on Each Capture Mode ............... 110 Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions ................................................................... 112 Contents Functions Available with Various Lenses ...... 113 Using the Aperture Ring ............................................ 115 Setting the Focal Length ............................................ 116 Functions when Using an External Flash ......
Names and Functions of the Working Parts Speaker 1 Hot shoe Introduction Microphone Built-in flash Image plane indicator AF assist light Strap lug Lens mount index Mirror Microphone terminal Remote control receiver Lens unlock button AF coupler Microphone Lens information contacts Strap lug Diopter adjustment lever Card access lamp Viewfinder Card slot for SD Memory Cards NFC mark HDMI terminal (type D) Vari-angle monitor Terminal cover USB terminal (micro B) Connection cable cover Batter
1 EV Compensation button (J) Press to change the exposure compensation value. (p.48) In playback mode, the last JPEG image taken can also be saved in RAW format. (p.43) Operating Controls 1 Introduction 1 2 6 3 4 7 5 8 c 9 d 2 Green button (M) Resets the value being adjusted. 3 Shutter release button (0) Press to capture images. (p.40) In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode. 4 Main switch Turns the power on/off, or switches to C (movie) mode. (p.36, p.
a Four-way controller (ABCD) Displays the Sensitivity, White Balance, Flash Mode or Drive Mode setup menu. (p.18) When a menu or the control panel is displayed, use this to move the cursor or change the item to set. Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette. (p.77) f Playback button (3) Switches to playback mode. (p.42) Press the button again to switch to capture mode.
About the indicator lamps 1 Introduction The main switch lamp, self-portrait shutter button lamp, and E lamp turn off in the following situations. • From the time when 0 is pressed halfway until the end of shooting • While f is pressed • During playback mode • While a menu is displayed • During Auto Power Off You can set the lamp lighting settings in [Indicator Lamps] of the D3 menu. (p.
Status Screen Live View 1 11 11 1114 1600 G1A1 +1.0 12345 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 3 4 5 12 13 15 16 17 5´00˝ Capture mode (p.45) AE Lock (p.49) Focus Method (p.54) Custom Image (p.71) Digital Filter (p.73)/HDR Capture (p.74) GPS positioning status (p.117) Wireless LAN status (p.89) AE Metering (p.52) Shake Reduction/ Horizon Correction (p.22) Battery level E-dial guide Shutter speed Aperture value EV Compensation (p.48)/Bracketing (p.
Control Panel A mode 1 Custom Image Bright 12345 1 2 Introduction 5 10 15 20 02/02/2015 10:23 6 11 16 21 3 7 12 17 22 26 8 13 18 23 4 9 14 19 27 When shooting with Live View Custom Image Bright 12345 1 2 5 10 15 20 02/02/2015 10:23 6 11 16 21 3 7 12 17 22 26 8 13 18 23 4 9 14 19 27 C mode Custom Image Bright 1:23'45" 1 2 5 15 21 02/02/2015 10:23 1 2 3 4 5 12 6 Function name Setting Memory card Number of recordable still pictures/Movie recordable time Custom Image (p.
Shooting Info Display 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. Status Screen Displays the settings for shooting with the viewfinder. (p.11) Displays the camera angle. A scale indicating the horizontal camera angle appears at the 1/ 250 F5.6 1600 0.0 center of the screen, Electronic Example: and a scale indicating Tilted 1.
Detailed Information Display Playback Mode 1 Introduction The captured image and shooting information are displayed in single image display of the playback mode. Press G to change the type of information displayed in single image display. Use CD to select the type and press E. 100-0001 100-0001 1/ 2000 100-0001 G 5000K F2.8 G1A1 Standard Information Display +1.0 1600 +1.5 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 ±0 55.
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 AE Metering (p.52) Shutter speed Aperture value Sensitivity (p.51) EV Compensation (p.48) White Balance (p.68) White Balance finetuning (p.69) Digital Filter (p.73) HDR Capture (p.74) Clarity Enhancement (p.76) Distortion Correction (p.75) Peripheral Illumination Correction (p.75) Lateral Chromatic Aberration Adjustment (p.75) Diffraction Correction (p.75) Color Fringe Correction (p.87) Highlight Correction (p.74) Shadow Correction (p.74) AA Filter Simulator (p.
t Memo Viewfinder 1 When shooting with the viewfinder, the following information appears in the viewfinder. Introduction 2 1 1 4 5 13 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 AF frame (p.40) Spot metering frame (p.52) 3 AF point (p.56) 4 Flash indicator (p.53) 5 Focus Method (p.54) 6 Shutter speed 7 Aperture value 8 Focus indicator (p.40) 9 EV bar scale/Electronic Level (p.17) 10 ISO/ISO AUTO 16 3 11 Sensitivity (p.51)/ Exposure compensation value 12 AE Lock (p.49) 13 Change AF Point (p.
Electronic Level 1 Introduction You can check whether the camera is tilted by displaying the electronic level. The electronic level for the horizontal camera angle can be displayed in the EV bar scale in the viewfinder, and the electronic levels for the vertical and horizontal camera angles can be displayed on the Live View screen. (p.11) Select whether to display the electronic level in [Electronic Level] of the A3 menu. (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 icon in this manual) Menus Press F. Using the Direct Keys A Sensitivity p.51 B White Balance p.68 C Flash Mode p.53 D Drive Mode p.59 Using the Control Panel You can set frequently used shooting functions. Press G in standby mode.
Using the Menus F Most functions are set from the menus. The functions that can be set on the control panel can also be set from the menus. 1 Menu tabs Press F to exit the menu screen. 2 Press D to display the pop-up menu. Exit 2 Clarity Enhancement Lens Correction D-Range Settings High-ISO NR Slow Shutter Speed NR GPS Press F to cancel the pop-up menu. Use AB to select an item.
t Memo 1 Introduction 20 • For the Custom Setting menus (E1-5), you can show the setting screen of the next item in order of the menus on the monitor by turning R while the submenu of the currently selected item is displayed. • Press F to display the first tab of the proper menus for the camera settings at that time. To display the menu tab last selected first, set in [25 Save Menu Location] of the E4 menu. • Settings are returned to their default values with [Reset] of the D3 menu.
Menu List 1 Menu Item Exposure Mode *1 Custom Image *2 *4 Scene Mode *3 *4 *4 Image Capture Settings A1 File Format JPEG Recorded Pixels *4 JPEG Quality *4 RAW File Format AF Mode *4 AF Settings AF Active Area *4 AF Assist Light *4 AE Metering *4 Digital Filter *4 HDR Capture *4 HDR Bracket Value *4 Capture Auto Align Function Default Setting Temporarily changes the exposure mode when the mode dial G is set to O or P.
Menu 1 Introduction Item Clarity Enhancement *4 Distortion Correction *4 Peripheral Illumin. Corr.
Menu Instant Review E-Dial Programming G H I J K L M m n p o Rotation Direction Function Sets the Instant Review display time. Displays the magnified image during Instant Review. Saves the RAW data during Instant Review. Deletes the displayed image during Instant Review. Displays the histogram during Instant Review. Sets overexposed areas to blink red during Instant Review. Default Setting 1sec.
Menu 1 Introduction Button Customization Function Sets the function for when P is pressed. AF/AE-L Button AF/AE-L Button (Movie) Self-portrait Shutter Button Sets the function for when f is pressed. Sets the function for when f is pressed in C mode. Sets whether to use the self-portrait shutter button as the shutter release button when taking self-portraits. Default Setting One Push File Format Enable AF1 Enable AF1 Memory Determines which settings to save when the power is turned off.
Movie Menu Menu Item Recording Sound Level *1 C1 Digital Filter *1 HDR Capture *1 Clarity Enhancement *1 Movie SR *1 *1 Function Sets the number of recorded pixels and the framerate of the movie. Sets the Recording Sound Level for recording. Applies a digital filter effect when recording a movie. Sets the type of high dynamic range shooting. Enhances the texture and surface details of the subject. Activates the Shake Reduction function. Default Setting Page u/30p p.44 Auto No Filter Off Off On p.
Set-up Menus 1 Menu Introduction Item Language/W Date Adjustment World Time Text Size D1 Sound Effects LCD Display Guide Display Display Color LCD Display Settings USB Connection HDMI Out D2 Folder Name Create New Folder File Name Sequential Numbering File No. Reset File Number Copyright Information 26 Function Default Setting Changes the display language. English Sets the date and time and the display format.
Menu Item Flicker Reduction Auto Power Off D3 Indicator Lamps Self-timer Remote Control Wi-Fi Reset Pixel Mapping Dust Removal Sensor Cleaning D4 Format Firmware Info/Options Certification Marks Page – p.36 p.10 1 Introduction Other Indicator Lamps Function Default Setting Cuts down on the screen flicker by setting the power 50Hz frequency. Sets the time until the camera turns off automatically if no 1min. operations are made for a certain period of time.
Custom Setting Menus 1 Menu Item Introduction Function Sets the adjustment steps for exposure. Default Setting 1/3 EV Steps Page p.48 2 Sensitivity Steps Sets the adjustment steps for ISO sensitivity. 3 Meter Operating Time Sets the meter operating time. 1 EV Step p.51 10sec. 4 AE-L with AF Locked – Sets whether to lock the exposure value when the focus is locked. Off – 5 Link AE and AF Point Sets whether to link the exposure and AF point in the focusing area. Off p.
Menu Item Function Default Setting Sets the adjustment steps for the Color Temperature option of Kelvin the white balance. Page 16 Superimpose AF Area Displays the active AF point in red in the viewfinder. On p.16 17 AF.S Setting Sets the action priority for when the autofocus mode is set to x and 0 is fully pressed. Focus-priority p.55 18 1st Frame Action in AF.C Sets the action priority for the first frame when the autofocus mode is set to y and 0 is fully pressed. Releasepriority p.
Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the end of the strap 2 through the strap lug and secure it on the inside of the clasp. Attaching a Lens 1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Remove the body mount Getting Started cover (1) and lens mount cover (2). After removing the cover, be sure to put the lens down with the lens mount side facing upward. 2 Attach the other end in the same manner.
To remove the lens Attach the lens cap, and then turn the lens counterclockwise while pressing the lens unlock button (4). Using the Battery and Charger Use the battery D-LI109 and battery charger D-BC109 exclusively developed for this camera. 4 • When attaching or removing the lens, choose an environment that is relatively free of dirt and dust. • Keep the body mount cover attached on the camera when a lens is not attached.
3 Face the A mark on the battery up, and insert it into the battery charger. 2 Getting Started Insert the battery into the battery charger at an angle, and then fit into place. The indicator lamp is lit while charging and turns off when the battery is fully charged. u Caution • Do not use the battery charger D-BC109 to charge batteries other than the battery D-LI109. Charging other batteries may cause damage or heating.
2 Face the A mark on the battery towards the outside of the camera, and insert the battery until it locks into place. We recommend the use of the optional AC adapter kit K-AC128 when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device. 2 3 Close the battery cover. 1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Open the battery cover. Remove the battery if it is inserted in the camera. 3 Pull out the connection cable cover on the right side of the battery chamber.
6 Connect the DC coupler and the AC adapter. The following memory cards can be used with this camera. • SD Memory Card • SDHC Memory Card • SDXC Memory Card In this manual, these cards are referred to as memory cards. 2 Getting Started 1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the memory card cover in the direction of 1 and then rotate it to open as shown by 2. 7 Connect the AC adapter to the AC plug cord, and plug the cord into the power outlet.
4 Rotate the memory card cover as shown by 3, and slide it in the direction of 4. How to Open the Monitor The following procedure explains how to open the monitor with the LCD screen facing inward. 4 3 horizontally while holding the top and bottom of it. 2 Rotate the monitor 180° forward. 2 Getting Started u Caution • Do not remove the memory card while the card access lamp (orange) is lit. • If the memory card cover is opened while the power is on, the camera turns off.
u Caution 2 Getting Started 36 • To close the monitor with the LCD screen facing inward, rotate the monitor 180° backward in Step 2. • When the monitor is closed with the LCD screen facing inward, you cannot play back images and display the menus unless the camera is connected to an AV device equipped with an HDMI terminal. • Do not hold the camera by the monitor or rotate the monitor beyond its movable range. • Do not carry the camera or put it in a bag with the monitor open.
7 Use AB to select [Std.] or Setting the Display Language 1 Use ABCD to select the desired language and press E. Initial Setting Selecting [Large] increases the text size of the selected menu items. Text Size Settings complete 8 Press B to select [Settings Std. OK Cancel English New York Text Size Std. Large New York Initial Setting complete] and press E. Settings complete Cancel 2 Press B to move the frame to F and press D. The [Date Adjustment] screen appears.
5 Use AB to set the month. Set the day, year and time in the same manner. Formatting a Memory Card Date Adjustment Date Format mm/dd/yy Date 01/01/2015 Time 00:00 OK Cancel Getting Started 6 Press B to select [Settings Date Adjustment complete] and press E. Date Format mm/dd/yy The [LCD Display] screen appears. Date 02/02/2015 Time 10:00 Settings complete OK Cancel Select the display color of the status screen, control panel and menu cursor from colors 1 to 12.
Basic Shooting Operation Take pictures using the Auto Picture (R) mode in which the camera automatically selects the optimal capture mode. 4 Turn the mode dial and align the dial indicator to R. 2 Shooting with the Viewfinder Getting Started 1 Remove the front lens cap by pushing the top and bottom portions as indicated in the illustration. When a retractable lens is attached, extend the lens before turning the camera on. y How to Use a Retractable Lens (p.40) 2 Turn the camera on.
6 Position the subject inside How to Use a Retractable Lens the AF frame and press 0 halfway. 2 The focus indicator (P) appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus. Getting Started Focus indicator 7 Press 0 fully. The captured image is displayed on the monitor (Instant Review). Available operations during Instant Review L Deletes the image. R Magnifies the image. J Saves the RAW data (only when a JPEG image was taken and the data remains in the buffer).
Shooting While Viewing the Live View Image 1 Press K in Step 5 of You can take self-portraits while checking the Live View image by facing the lens and the LCD screen of the monitor toward yourself. “Shooting with the Viewfinder” (p.39). 1 In Step 2 of “Shooting The Live View image is displayed on the monitor. K Magnifies the image. Use R to change the magnification (up to 10×). Use ABCD to change the area to display. Press M to return the display area to the center.
u Caution 2 Getting Started • The self-portrait shutter button does not work with a halfway press and needs to be fully pressed down. If the button is pressed when the focus mode is set to v, a picture is taken after autofocus is performed. Even if the subject is not in focus, the shutter release has priority over focusing the subject and a picture is taken. • When the self-portrait shutter button can be used for shooting, other button/dial operations are disabled.
2 Review the captured image. Available operations C/Q to the left Displays the previous image. Displays the next image. L Deletes the image. R to the right Magnifies the image (up to 16×). Use ABCD to change the area to display. Press M to return the display area to the center. Press E to return to the entire image display. R to the left Switches to the thumbnail display (p.78). J Saves the RAW data (only when a JPEG image was taken and the data remains in the buffer).
Configuring the Capture Settings Movie Capture Settings v/C1 Set the file format for movies in the control panel or [Movie Capture Settings] of the C1 menu. Image Capture Settings 3 v/A1 Recorded Pixels 1920x1080 1:23'45" Framerate 1:23'45" OK Cancel OK Set the file format, recorded pixels, and quality level for still pictures in the control panel or [Image Capture Settings] of the A1 menu.
Scene Modes Taking Still Pictures Select the capture mode that suits the subject and shooting conditions. The following capture modes are available on this camera. Capture Mode Page The scene mode selection screen appears. 2 Select a scene mode. For capturing portraits. Reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone Cancel p.39 b Portrait p.45 c Landscape p.46 d Macro p.47 u Caution • The functions that can be set vary depending on the capture mode. Refer to “Restrictions on Each Capture Mode” (p.
j Night Scene 3 Shooting Used for shooting at night. Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure levels k Night Scene HDR (-1, ±0, +1) to create a single composite image from them. For taking snapshots in poorly lit l Night Snap places. For capturing images of food. Saturation will be rather high to m Food make food look appetizing. For capturing moving pets. o Pet For capturing moving kids. Reproduces healthy and bright p Kids skin tone.
1 Set the mode dial to the desired exposure mode. Exposure Modes x: Available Mode Change Shutter Speed #: Restricted × : Not available Change EV Change Aperture CompenSensitivity Value sation 30 30 4.
t Memo 3 Shooting • The settings for exposure can be specified in increments of 1/3 EV steps. In [1 EV Steps] of the E1 menu, you can change the adjustment steps to 1/2 EV steps. • The correct exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed and aperture value when the sensitivity is set to a certain sensitivity. • In L mode, the difference from the correct exposure is displayed on the EV bar scale while exposure is adjusted. • In M mode, some functions are not available. (p.
Locking the Exposure To lock the exposure before shooting, use the AE Lock function. This function can be used by assigning [AE Lock] to the f button. (p.100) Recording Movies 1 Turn the main switch to C. 3 Shooting The indicator lamp lights red and the Live View image is displayed. Sound 10'30" Recordable Time 2 Set the mode dial to the desired capture mode. The following settings are available depending on the capture mode. J/K/L The camera operates in the selected exposure mode.
4 Press 0 fully. Movie recording starts. In the upper left area of the monitor, “REC” blinks and the size of the recorded movie file is displayed. 5 Press 0 fully again. Movie recording stops. 3 Shooting 50 6 Return the main switch to the [ON] position to exit C mode. The camera returns to shooting with the viewfinder in A mode. u Caution • When recording a movie with sound, the camera operation sounds are also recorded.
Playing Back Movies Setting the Exposure 1 Display the movie to play 100-0001 back in single image display of the playback mode. Sensitivity 10'30" Available operations Plays back/pauses a movie. D Forwards a frame (when paused). Press and hold D Fast-forwards playback. C Reverses a frame (when paused). Press and hold C Fast-reverses playback. B Stops playback. R Adjusts the volume (21 levels). J Saves the displayed frame as a JPEG file (when paused).
Noise Reduction when Shooting with a High ISO Sensitivity 3 You can select the desired Noise Reduction setting when shooting with a high ISO sensitivity in the control panel or [High-ISO NR] of the A2 menu. AE Metering v/A1 Choose the part of the sensor to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. Set in the control panel or [AE AE Metering Multi-segment Metering] of the A1 menu.
Available operations Using the Built-in Flash 1 Press C in standby mode. 2 Select a flash mode. Reduction The camera returns to standby mode. ±0 EV OK Automatically measures the ambient light and determines whether to use the flash. Flash On Discharges a flash for each picture. D Flash On + Red-eye Reduction Discharges a pre-flash for red-eye reduction before the main flash and discharges a flash for each picture.
3 • When the built-in flash is used in J mode, the shutter speed automatically changes over a range from 1/180 seconds to a slow shutter speed depending on the lens being used. The shutter speed is locked at 1/180 seconds when a lens other than a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens is used. • 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.
Setting the AF Mode when Shooting with the Viewfinder v/A1 1 Press G in standby mode. 2 Select [AF Mode] and press E. • The following settings for autofocus operation can be set in the E3 menu. AF Mode OK Switches automatically between z x and y modes according to Auto-select mode the subject. x Single mode When 0 is pressed halfway and the subject comes into focus, the focus is locked at that position. The AF assist light turns on as necessary.
Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) v/A1 1 Press G in standby mode. 2 Select [AF Active Area] and press E. The camera returns to standby mode. If you selected E or 8 in Step 3, proceed to Step 5. 5 Select the desired AF The [AF Active Area] screen appears. 3 3 Select the desired focus Shooting point selection mode and press E. point. 1/ F 250 250 5.
Setting the AF Mode during Live View v/A3 1 Press G in standby mode in Live View. 2 Select [Contrast AF] and press E. Use the frame that appears on the monitor to change the position and size of the AF area. The [Contrast AF] screen appears. 3 Select an autofocus mode and press E. Contrast AF Face Detection OK Available operations OK Detects and tracks faces of people. Face The main face detection frame for AF Detection and AE is displayed in yellow. Tracks the subject in focus.
AF Fine Adjustment E4 1 Select [27 AF Fine Adjustment] in E4 menu and press D. 3 The [27 AF Fine Adjustment] screen appears. Shooting 2 Select [Apply All] or [Apply One] and press E. Apply All Applies the same adjustment value to all lenses. Apply One Saves an adjustment value for the lens being used. (Up to 20 values) 3 Select [Setting] and adjust the value.
Setting the Drive Mode You can choose from the following drive modes. Star Stream (w/x/y) Single Frame Shooting Takes pictures at a set interval from a set time and saves them as a single movie file using the Bright composite mode of Interval Composite. (p.67) u Caution Cancel OK Continuous Shooting Continuously takes pictures while (Z/b) 0 is kept pressed. (p.60) Self-timer (O/P/Y) Releases the shutter about 12 seconds or 2 seconds after 0 is pressed. (p.
3 Use CD to select O, P, or Y. Continuous Shooting 1 Press D in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select Z and press B. Continuous Shooting (H) O Releases the shutter after about 12 seconds. P Releases the shutter after about 2 seconds. Y Continuously takes pictures. (The shutter is released after about 12 seconds.) Proceed to Step 7 when O or P is selected. 3 Shooting Cancel OK 3 Use CD to select Z or b, and press E. Z Continuously takes pictures at high speed.
8 Press 0 halfway. 9 Point the remote control unit towards the remote Remote Control 1 Press D in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select Q and press B. control receiver on the front of the camera, and press the shutter release button on the remote control unit. Remote Control t Memo OK 3 Use CD to select Q, R, or S. R Releases the shutter after about 3 seconds. S Continuously takes pictures. 3 Shooting Cancel • The maximum operating distance of the remote control unit is approx.
6 Press E. Bracketing The screen of Step 2 reappears. 1 Press D in standby mode. 7 Set the bracket value. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select T and press B. Available operations Bracketing 3 Shooting ±0.3EV Cancel Takes pictures with the self-timer. U Takes pictures with remote control. operation mode. Adjusts the exposure compensation value. M Resets the compensation value to the default setting. The camera returns to standby mode. 9 Take three pictures.
Select from [Average], [Additive], or [Bright]. Number of Shots Select from 2 to 2000 times. Shooting Speed/ Self-timer/ Select the operation mode. Remote Control Multi-exposure Composite Mode 1 Press D in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select V and press B. Multi-exposure Composite Mode Number of Shots 6 Press E. The screen of Step 2 reappears. Average 0002 times OK 3 Use CD to select V, z, W, or X. 7 Press E. The camera returns to standby mode. 8 Shoot.
Interval Shooting 1 Press D in standby mode. 3 Standby Interval Select from the minimum time or 1 second to 24 hours. Shooting Start Interval Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time. Start Time Set the shooting start time when [Start Interval] is set to [Set Time]. Self-timer/ Remote Control Select the operation mode. Interval Shooting Interval Number of Shots 00 : 00´02˝ 0002 times Parameter Adj. Cancel OK 3 Use CD to select q, r, or s. 6 Press E.
t Memo Interval Composite Star and moon trails can be captured in one image. 1 Press D in standby mode. The Drive Mode screen appears. 2 Select t and press B. Interval Composite Interval Number of Shots 3 00 : 00´02˝ 0002 times Parameter Adj. Cancel OK 3 Use CD to select t, u, or v. u Takes pictures with the self-timer. v Takes pictures with remote control. Shooting • A new folder is created when Interval Shooting is performed, and the captured images are saved there.
Interval Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours. Standby Interval Select from the minimum time or 1 second to 24 hours. Number of Shots Select from 2 to 2000 times. 3 Shooting Start Interval Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time. Start Time Set the shooting start time when [Start Interval] is set to [Set Time]. Composite Mode Select from [Average], [Additive], or [Bright]. Save Process Select Z to save images in the middle of processing.
Recorded Pixels Select from z, u, or t. Interval Select from 2 seconds to 24 hours. Standby Interval Select from the minimum time or 1 second to 24 hours. Select from 8 to 2000 times. (When Number of Shots [Recorded Pixels] is set to z, select from 8 to 500 times.) Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time. Start Time Set the shooting start time when [Start Interval] is set to [Set Time]. Self-timer/ Remote Control Select the operation mode.
Recorded Pixels 3 Shooting Select from z, u, or t. Select from the minimum time or 1 Standby Interval second to 24 hours. Select from 8 to 2000 times. (When Number of Shots [Recorded Pixels] is set to z, select from 8 to 500 times.) Select whether to take the first picture Start Interval now or at a set time. Set the shooting start time when Start Time [Start Interval] is set to [Set Time]. Select the fade-out effect level of light Fade-out trails from Off, Low, Medium, or High.
u Caution Available operations when shooting with the viewfinder R Selects the type of [Fluorescent]. P Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the white balance setting applied. J • The Digital Preview operation in Step 2 cannot be performed when the drive mode is set to [Multi-exposure], [Interval Shooting], or [Interval Composite]. t Memo Saves the preview image (only when the image can be saved). 3 Press G. Auto White Balance The fine-tuning screen appears.
Adjusting the White Balance Manually Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature You can measure the white balance at a selected location. 1 Select o in Step 2 of Specify the white balance with the color temperature. 1 Select p in Step 2 of “Setting the White Manual White Balance “Setting the White Balance” (p.68). 3 Balance” (p.68). WB± Cancel Adjust Check OK Shooting 2 Under the light you wish to measure the white balance of, select a white area as the subject, and press 0 fully.
Available operations when shooting with the viewfinder Controlling the Image Finishing Tone 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. Custom Image v/A1 press E. J Saves the preview image (only when the image can be saved). Proceed to Step 6 if you do not need to change the parameters. 3 3 Press G. The parameter setting screen appears. 4 Set the parameters.
6 Press E. The control panel reappears. 3 Use Q to select a cross processed image. 7 Press F. Save as Favorite 1 Save as Favorite 2 Save as Favorite 3 Cancel The camera returns to standby mode. u Caution 3 Shooting • This function is not available when in R or S mode. • The Digital Preview operation in Step 2 cannot be performed when the drive mode is set to [Multi-exposure], [Interval Shooting], or [Interval Composite].
Digital Filter v/A1/C1 4 Set the parameters. Extracted Color 1 1 Select [Digital Filter] in the control panel, and press E. The Digital Filter setting screen appears. Cancel 2 Select a filter. Extract Color Shading Invert Color Unicolor Bold Bold Monochrome Available operations when shooting with the viewfinder P Uses Digital Preview to preview the background image with the selected effect applied. J Saves the preview image (only when the image can be saved).
HDR Capture Correcting Images v/A1/C1 Takes three consecutive images at three different exposure levels to create a single composite image with them. 1 Select [HDR Capture] in the control panel, and Brightness Adjustment press E. 3 Highlight Correction/Shadow Correction v/A2 Shooting Expands the dynamic range and enables a wider range of tones to be recorded by the CMOS sensor and reduces the occurrence of overexposed/underexposed areas.
t Memo • In Y mode or when k of S mode is selected, specific HDR settings are used and HDR Capture cannot be set. • The Auto Align feature can be set if you access [HDR Capture] from the A1 menu. • When the drive mode is set to [Interval Shooting], [Auto Align] is fixed to [Off]. Lens Correction The following features can be set in [Lens Correction] of the A2 menu. v/A2 Lens Correction Distortion Correction Peripheral Illumin. Corr.
Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator v/A3 By shaking the Shake Reduction unit, a moiré reduction effect simulating that of a low-pass filter can be achieved. Set in the control panel or [AA Filter 99999 AA Filter Simulator Off Simulator] of the A3 menu. Texture Enhancement Images with the texture and surface details enhanced can be captured. Set in the control panel or [Clarity Enhancement] of the A2/C1 menu.
Item Function Page j Save Cross Processing Saves the settings used for an image captured in Cross Processing mode of Custom Image as your “Favorite” settings. p.72 k Develops RAW images into RAW *3 JPEG images and saves Development them as new files. p.87 l Movie Edit *4 Playback Mode Palette Items Playback functions can be set from the playback mode palette as well as the B1 menu (p.25). Press B in single image display of the playback mode to display the playback mode palette.
Changing the Playback Method 1 Press L in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.78). Displaying Multiple Images You can display 6, 12, 20, 35 or 80 thumbnail images at the same time. 1 Turn R to the left in 4 Deleting Selected Images 2 Select the images to 001/500 100-0505 delete. 100-0505 playback mode. Playback The multi-image display screen appears. Available operations ABCD Moves the selection frame. E Confirms/cancels the selection of the image to delete. Moves the selection frame.
• Use the same steps to select multiple images for the following functions. • RAW Development (p.87) • Protect (p.106) Displaying Images by Folder The folder display screen appears. Images are grouped and displayed by shooting date. 1 Press G in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.78). 1 Turn R to the left in Step 1 of “Displaying Multiple Images” (p.78). Displaying Images by Shooting Date The display style selection screen appears.
Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) 1 Select h in the playback mode palette. Slideshow starts. Start 4 When you take pictures with the camera held vertically, image rotation information is saved when shooting. When [Auto Image Rotation] in the B1 menu is set to [On], the image is automatically rotated based on the rotation information during playback (default setting). The rotation information of an image can be changed by following the procedure below.
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 a USB cable. Make sure to have a commercially available USB cable equipped with a micro B terminal. Playback 1 Turn the computer on. 2 Turn the camera off. 4 3 Open the terminal cover of the camera, and connect the USB cable to the USB terminal. 4 Connect the USB cable to the USB port of the computer. 5 Turn the camera on. The camera is recognized as a removable disk. The E lamp of the camera blinks slowly.
Cropping Out Part of the Image (Cropping) Editing and Processing Images Crops out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new file. Changing the Image Size 1 Display the image to edit in single image u Caution display. • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized or cropped. • Images already resized or cropped to the minimum file size cannot be processed. Changes the number of recorded pixels of the selected image, and saves it as a new file.
Correcting Color Moiré Processing Images with Digital Filters 1 Display the image to edit in single image Reduces color moiré in images. 1 Display the image to edit in single image display. 2 Select b in the playback mode palette. display. 2 Select c in the playback mode palette. The screen to select a digital filter appears. 3 Select a filter. If the image cannot be edited, [This image cannot be processed] appears. 4 3 Use CD to select the Playback correction level and press E.
5 Set the parameters. Recreating Filter Effects Brightness Retrieves the filter effects of the selected image and applies the same filter effects to other images. Cancel OK Available operations AB Selects a parameter. CD Adjusts the value. The screen of Step 3 reappears. 7 Press E. The save confirmation screen appears. 8 Select [Apply additional filter(s)] or [Save] and press E. Select [Apply additional filter(s)] when you want to apply additional filters to the same image.
7 Select [Save] and press E. 4 Press L. The screen to select the segments to delete is displayed. t Memo • If [Searching for original image] is selected in Step 3, the original image prior to digital filter application can be retrieved. Editing Movies 1 Display the movie to edit in single image display. 4 2 Select l in the playback mode palette. The movie editing screen appears. Playback 3 Select the point where you 00 ' 00" 10 ' 00" OK Available operations 86 selection frame and press E.
Developing RAW Images You can develop RAW images into JPEG images, and save them as new files. 5 Select the parameter setting method and press E. 001/500 100-0001 Develop images as shot Develop images with modified settings 1 Select k in the playback mode palette. The screen for selecting a RAW image processing option appears. 2 Select the desired option and press E. Select single image Allows you to change Image Capture Develop Settings (JPEG Recorded Pixels and images as shot JPEG Quality).
Available operations AB Selects a parameter. CD Changes the value. Q Selects a different image (when in single image display). For Image Capture Settings and Lens Correction, press D and use AB to select an item. For Digital Filter, White Balance, and Custom Image, press D to display the setting screen. 4 7 Press E. Playback The save confirmation screen appears. 8 Select [Save] and press E. When [Select single image] is selected, select [Continue] or [Exit], and press E.
Enabling the Wi-Fi Function This camera has a built-in Wi-Fi function. By directly connecting to a communication device such as a smartphone or tablet via wireless LAN, the camera can be operated from the communication device and images can be shared with others via social networks or e-mail. The Wi-Fi function is disabled at the time of turning the camera on. Enable the function using one of the following methods. • Setting from the menus (p.89) • Pressing the self-portrait shutter button (p.
Pressing the Self-portrait Shutter Button 1 Press and hold the selfportrait shutter button. A beep sounds and [Wi-Fi enabled] appears on the screen. 2 Release the self-portrait shutter button. To disable the Wi-Fi function, press and hold the selfportrait shutter button again. 5 u Caution Sharing • When the self-portrait shutter button lamp is lit green or red, it functions as the shutter release button. In such cases, use another method to turn the Wi-Fi function on or off.
Operating the Camera with a Communication Device The following functions can be used by directly connecting the camera to a communication device via Wi-Fi and using the dedicated application “Image Sync”. Image View Displays the images saved on the memory card inserted in the camera on the communication device and imports the images to the communication device. Image Sync supports iOS and Android. Image Sync can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store.
When a Non-NFC-compatible Device is Used 1 Set the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) function to ON on the communication device. 2 Start Image Sync on the communication device. The [Choose a Network] screen appears on the communication device. 4 Enter the password, and tap [Connect]. A Wi-Fi connection is established between the camera and communication device. The list of images appears on the Image Sync screen. 3 Tap [PENTAX_xxxxxx] in the [Network List]. 5 Sharing 92 The [Enter Password] screen appears.
When an iOS Device is Used 1 Set the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) function to ON on the communication device. Screens of “Image Sync” Flick left or right on the screen to change screens. Application image list Camera image list Tap [PENTAX_xxxxxx] in the list of detected Wi-Fi networks. 2 Enter the password, and tap [Join]. A Wi-Fi connection is established between the camera and communication device. 5 3 Start Image Sync on the communication device.
Shooting with a Communication Device The Live View image of the camera and buttons for shooting are displayed on the shooting screen of Image Sync. 1 2 3 8 9 10 Shooting Images 1 Configure the basic settings on the camera. 2 Check the Live View image on the shooting screen of Image Sync. 4 5 Sharing 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 94 11 12 13 14 11 12 13 14 Settings (p.
Tap an item and select a value from the list. t Memo • Shooting can also be performed by tapping the Live View image. Set in [Touch AF] on the [Settings] screen. (p.98) Viewing Images You can view the images saved either in the camera or in the communication device. 1 2 4 5 4 When the focus mode is set to v, tap an area 5 Sharing where you want to perform autofocus in the Live View image. Autofocus is performed on the tapped area. 5 Tap the shutter release button.
Tap the image to display the fullscreen image and shooting information. Selecting the Image Storage Location When viewing images in application image list display, you can select the image storage location (album) from [Application] or [Gallery] (or [Camera Roll]). 1 Tap 4. Touch operations 5 Flick left/right Shows the previous/next image. Pinch out/in Magnifies/Reduces the image. Sharing 2 Select the album. The images in the selected album are displayed.
Selecting Multiple Images 4 Select the desired action. 1 Tap 5. t Memo Blue check marks appear. 5 Sharing 2 Tap the images to select. • When you touch and hold the desired image shown in list display or shooting information display, the same screen as Step 4 appears and you can select the action to apply. 3 Touch and hold one of the selected images.
Changing the Settings 1 Tap 6. The following settings are available. Touch AF Sets whether to perform only autofocus or perform shooting after autofocus when touching the Live View image. Recorded Pixels Changes the number of recorded pixels and the quality level. General Settings Changes the communication settings and the display language. 2 Tap [General Settings] if you change the communication settings and the display language.
Communication Settings The password and wireless channel can be changed. Device Information Language 4 Change the settings and tap 1.
GSHIFT Program Shift Program Line GLINE Camera Settings -- Customizing the Button/E-dial Functions A4 For each exposure mode, you can set the functions for when Q and R are turned and M is pressed. 1 Select [E-Dial Programming] in A4 menu and press D. Settings 100 The [E-Dial Programming] screen appears.
3 Press D and use AB to select the functions to Setting assign. Enable AF1 The following functions can be assigned to each button. Page p.102 p.62 AF/AE-L Button Enable AF2 AF/AE-L Button (Movie) Cancel AF AE Lock p.48 Selfportrait Shutter Button ON OFF – p.56 Page p.54 p.49 p.41 6 Settings RAW/Fx Button Setting Function Temporarily One Push File changes the file Format format. Sets Bracketing Bracketing shooting.
Setting the One Push File Format Selecting the Display Settings for Digital Preview Select the file format to change to when P is pressed for each [File Format] setting. Select the camera operation and type of information displayed on the monitor when Digital Preview is displayed by pressing P. 1 Set [RAW/Fx Button] to [One Push File Format] in Step 3 of “Setting the Button Operation” (p.100). of “Setting the Button Operation” (p.100). 2 Select Z or Y for [Cancel after 1 shot].
Saving Frequently Used Settings A4 Camera settings can be saved to O and P of the mode dial and used repeatedly. The following settings can be saved. Exposure Mode (G/H/ I/J/K/L/M) Sensitivity EV Compensation AF point Flash Mode Drive Mode White Balance A1-4 menu settings (with exceptions) E1-4 menu settings 1 Set the exposure mode and all of the settings to save. press D. The [Save USER Mode] screen appears. The [Save Settings] screen appears.
t Memo Available operations ABCD Moves the text selection cursor. R Moves the text input cursor. J Switches between upper and lower case letters. E Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor. L Deletes a character at the position of the text input cursor. 4 After entering the text, move the text selection cursor to [Finish], and press E. The [Rename USER Mode] screen reappears.
Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified City D1 The date and time set at the time of initial setting (“Initial Settings” (p.36)) serve as the date and time of your present location and are reflected in the shooting date and time for images. Setting the destination to a location other than your present location enables you to display the local date and time on the monitor when traveling abroad and also save images timestamped with the local date and time. 1 Select [World Time] in D1 menu.
Selecting the Folder/File Settings File Management Settings D2 Folder Name Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect) You can protect images from being accidentally deleted. u Caution • Even protected images are deleted if the inserted memory card is formatted. 1 Select f in the playback mode palette. The screen for selecting the unit for processing appears. 2 Select [Select image(s)] or 6 [Select a folder] and press E. 1 Select [Folder Name] in D2 menu and press D.
t Memo 3 Press B, and then press D. The text-entry screen appears. 4 Change the text. Enter 5 single-byte alphanumeric characters. Text selection cursor Folder Name ABCDE F GH I J K LM NOPQR S T U VWX Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 _ • A folder with a new number is created when the folder name is changed. • A maximum of 500 images can be stored in a single folder. When the number of captured images exceeds 500, a new folder is created with the number following the number of the folder currently being used.
t Memo File Name One of the following string of characters is used as the file name prefix depending on the [23 Color Space] setting of the E4 menu. Color Space File Name sRGB IMGPxxxx.JPG AdobeRGB _IMGxxxx.JPG File No. The first four characters can be changed to a character string of your choice. 1 Select [File Name] in D2 menu and press D. The [File Name] screen appears. 6 2 Select A or C and press D. Settings The text-entry screen appears. 3 Change the text. File Name .
Setting the Copyright Information D2 Sets the photographer and copyright information embedded in the Exif data. 1 Select [Copyright Information] in D2 menu and press D. Available operations ABCD Moves the text selection cursor. R Moves the text input cursor. J Switches between upper and lower case letters. E Enters a character selected with the text selection cursor at the position of the text input cursor. L Deletes a character at the position of the text input cursor.
Restrictions on Each Capture Mode #: Restricted R b Function cd im q eo f gh js tv Sensitivity × Flash Continuous Shooting Z*3 Self-timer Interval Shooting × × × × × Interval Composite × Drive Mode Remote Control 7 Bracketing Multi-exposure Appendix Interval Movie Record Star Stream Focus Method File Format RAW/RAW+ 110 ×: Not available S Capture Mode × × × × z e*3 x e*3 × × × × x*3 y*3 k l × × × × × × × × × × x*3 x*3 y*3 Y M C *1 #*2 × × × × × × Q*4
S Capture Mode R b cd im q eo Function f gh js tv k p u Y White Balance g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 g*3 Custom Image ×*5 ×*5 ×*5 ×*5 ×*5 ×*5 ×*5 × ×*6 × ×*5 ×*5 ×*5 Digital Filter HDR Capture × AA Filter Simulator #*8 Save RAW Data × C × #*8 × × ×*6 × × #*7 #*8 × × 7 Appendix [ISO AUTO] is not available. Can be set from ISO 100 to ISO 3200 only when the capture mode is set to o. Fixed to; the setting cannot be changed.
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions #: Restricted Digital Filter HDR Capture Drive Mode Appendix 112 AA Filter Simulator Continuous Shooting × #*2 Bracketing × × #*2 Multi-exposure Interval Shooting × # *1 *1 × # # × *1 #*2 #*2 Interval Composite × × × × #*2 Interval Movie Record #*1 #*1 #*1 × × Star Stream × × × × × × × File Format RAW/RAW+ Digital Filter HDR Capture *1 *2 Lens Correction ×: Not available × Flash 7 Clarity Enhancement × Ther
*1 Functions Available with Various Lenses All capture modes are available when a 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 other lenses than above are used, or a lens with 9 position is used in a position other than 9, 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 DA 15mm F4 ED AL/ available due to vignetting. k FA 300mm F2.8 ED [IF]/ DAk560mm F5.6 ED AW/ FAk600mm F4 ED [IF]/ FAk250-600mm F5.6 ED [IF] 7 Appendix 114 F FISH-EYE 17-28mm F3.5-4.
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 [28 Using Aperture 28 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 27 1 OK The following restrictions apply depending on the lens being used. Lens Restriction The aperture remains open.
Setting the Focal Length A3 The Shake Reduction function operates by obtaining lens information such as focal length. Set the focal length when using a lens that the focal length information cannot be automatically obtained. Functions when Using an External Flash Use of the following external flashes (optional) enables a variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode. x: Available 1 Set [28 Using Aperture Ring] to [Enable] in the on. The [Input Focal Length] screen appears.
*1 *2 *3 *4 *5 Available only when using a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F, or A lens. AF assist light is not available with the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ. Shutter speed of 1/90 seconds or slower. When combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II, 1/3 of the flash discharge can be output by the built-in flash and 2/3 can be output by the external flash. Available only when combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II.
Shooting Celestial Bodies (ASTROTRACER) A2 1 Set the mode dial to M. 2 Select [GPS] in A2 menu and press D. The [GPS] screen appears. 3 Select [ASTROTRACER] and press D. The [ASTROTRACER] screen appears. 4 Set [Action in B Mode] to a and press E. 7 ASTROTRACER Action in B Mode Precise Calibration Timed Exposure Exposure Time GPS LED Indicators 5 To set the desired exposure time, first set [Timed Exposure] to [ON]. Appendix You can set the exposure time between 0'10" and 5'00" in [Exposure Time].
Problem Cause Remedy The subject is difficult to focus on. v cannot work well for lowcontrast objects (the sky, white walls, etc.), dark colors, intricate designs, rapidlymoving objects or scenery shot through a window or a net-like pattern. Lock focus on another object located at the same distance as your subject, then aim at the target and take a picture. Alternatively, use w. The subject is too close. Move away from the subject and take a picture. The focus cannot be locked.
Sensor Cleaning D4 Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the CMOS sensor with a blower. 1 Turn the camera off and remove the lens. 2 Turn the camera on. 3 Select [Sensor Cleaning] in D4 menu and press D. The [Sensor Cleaning] screen appears. 4 Select [Mirror Up] and press E. The mirror rises up and the E lamp blinks slowly. 5 Clean the CMOS sensor with a blower. the camera off. 7 6 Turn The mirror automatically returns to its original position.
Error messages Error Messages Error messages Memory card full Description The memory card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new memory card or delete unwanted files. Not enough battery power remaining to activate Pixel Mapping Not enough battery power remaining to clean sensor Description These messages appear when you try to perform Pixel Mapping or Sensor Cleaning, or to update the firmware if the battery level is insufficient. Install a fully charged battery.
Error messages Description This function is not available You are trying to set a function that is not in the current mode available for the capture mode that is set. The camera will turn off to prevent damage from overheating The camera will turn off because its internal temperature is too high. Leave the camera turned off until it has had time to cool down before turning on the camera again. Shutter release is disabled.
Main Specifications Storage Folder Folder Name: Date (100_1018, 101_1019...) or a user-assigned name (default: PENTX) Storage File File Name: user-assigned name (default: IMGP****) File No.
White Balance Type Preset Modes Fine Adjustment Method using a combination of the CMOS image sensor and the light source detection sensor Auto White Balance, Multi Auto White Balance, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent Light (D: Daylight Color, N: Daylight White, W: Cool White, L: Warm White), Tungsten Light, Flash, n, Manual White Balance, Color Temperature, Copying the white balance settings of a captured image Adjustable ±7 steps on A-B axis and G-M axis Electronically controlled vertical-run focal
Interval Shooting [Interval Shooting] Interval: 2 sec. to 24 hr., Standby Interval: minimum time or 1 sec. to 24 hr., Number of Shots: 2 to 2000 times, Start Interval: Now, Set Time [Interval Composite] Interval: 2 sec. to 24hr., Standby Interval: minimum time or 1 sec. to 24 hr., Number of Shots: 2 to 2000 times, Start Interval: Now, Set Time, Composite Mode: Additive, Average, Bright, Save Process: On, Off [Interval Movie] Recorded Pixels: z, u, t, Interval: 2 sec. to 24 hr.
Bright, Natural, Portrait, Landscape, Vibrant, Radiant, Muted, Bleach Bypass, Reversal Film, Monochrome, Cross Processing Cross Processing Random, Preset 1-3, Favorite 1-3 Extract Color, Replace Color, Toy Camera, Retro, Digital Filter High Contrast, Shading, Invert Color, Unicolor Bold, Bold Monochrome HDR Capture • Available only Auto, Type1, Type2, Type3 for Interval Bracket Value adjustable Movie Record Clarity Enhancement • Available only On, Off for Interval Movie Record Custom Image Playback Functio
Copyright Information Names of “Photographer” and “Copyright Holder” are embedded to the image file. A revision history can be checked using the provided software. Power Supply Battery Type Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI109 AC Adapter AC Adapter Kit K-AC128 (optional) Battery Life Number of recordable images: (with 50% flash usage): approx. 410 images, (without flash usage): approx. 480 images Playback time: approx.
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time List of World Time Cities The following cities can be set as Hometown and Destination.
Operating Environment for USB Connection and Provided Software With the provided software “Digital Camera Utility 5”, you can develop RAW files, make color adjustments, or check shooting information on a computer. Install the software from the provided CD-ROM (S-SW156). We recommend the following system requirements to connect the camera to a computer and to use the software. Windows Macintosh OS OS X 10.10, 10.9, 10.8, or 10.
Index Symbols 7 Appendix A menu.......................... C menu.......................... B menu.......................... D menu .......................... E menu........................... C mode.......................... b Portrait ....................... c Landscape................. d Macro ........................ e Moving Object ........... f Night Scene Portrait .. g Sunset ....................... h Blue Sky .................... i Forest ........................ j Night Scene...............
D Date Adjustment ........ 26, 37 Daylight (White Balance) ........................................ 68 DC coupler ...................... 33 Delete .............................. 43 Delete All Images ............ 25 Depth of field ................... 48 Destination .................... 105 Detailed Information Display ........................................ 14 Developing RAW images ........................................ 87 Dial .................................... 8 Dial indicator....................
Input Focal Length......... 116 Instant Review ........... 23, 40 Interval Composite .......... 65 Interval Movie Record ..... 66 Interval Shooting ............. 64 Interval Shooting Options ........................................ 65 Invert Color (Digital Filter) .................................. 73, 84 ISO sensitivity.................. 51 J JPEG ............................... 44 K Kelvin............................... 70 Kids (S)...................... 46 L 7 Appendix 132 Lamp ......................
S S mode ...................... 45 Save as Manual WB ........ 70 Save Cross Processing ... 72 Save Menu Location........ 20 Save RAW Data .. 23, 40, 43 Save Rotation Info ........... 80 Scene modes .................. 45 SD Memory Card............. 34 Select (AF Active Area) ... 56 Select (Contrast AF)........ 57 Select & Delete................ 78 Selecting the range of images ......................................... 78 Self-portrait Shutter Button ..........................
WB When Using Flash .... 69 White Balance ................. 68 Wi-Fi ................................ 89 Windows ........................ 129 Wireless LAN................... 89 World Time ....................
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.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord while the cord is plugged in. • Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an electric shock. • Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause the product to breakdown. • Do not use the battery charger D-BC109 to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI109.
Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling). Contents of the recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a malfunction of your camera or recording media (memory cards), etc.
About SD Memory Cards 7 Appendix 138 • The SD Memory Card is equipped with a write-protect switch. Setting the switch to LOCK prevents new data from being recorded on the card, the stored data from being deleted, and the card from being Write-protect formatted by the camera or switch computer. • The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card immediately after using the camera. • Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while the card is being accessed.
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WARRANTY POLICY Procedure During 12-month Warranty Period Any camera which proves defective during the 12-month warranty period should be returned to the dealer from whom you purchased the camera or to the manufacturer. If there are no representatives of the manufacturer in your country, send the camera to the manufacturer, with postage prepaid. In this case, it will take a considerable length of time before the camera can be returned to you owing to the complicated customs procedures required.
7 Appendix 142 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.
Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals 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 Product Name: SLR Digital Camera Model Number: PENTAX K-S2 Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: January, 2015, Colorado 1.
2. In other countries outside the EU These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard used products, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. 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.
Memo Checking the Contents of the Package Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera) Eyecup FR (Installed on camera) Body mount cover (Installed on camera) Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery D-LI109 Battery charger D-BC109 AC plug cord Strap O-ST132 Software (CD-ROM) S-SW156 Start Guide Lenses you can use Lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an 9 (Auto) position on the aperture ring. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.113.
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