Using the Fn Menu... 102

Capture Mode...102 Playback...103
Using the Mode Dial.. 104

Function Reference

Setting the Recorded Pixels and Quality Level.. 108
Setting the Image Tone...108 Setting the Recorded Pixels...109 Setting the Quality Level..110 Setting the Saturation/Sharpness/Contrast..111 Setting the White Balance...112 Setting the Sensitivity...115 Setting the Color Space...117

Focusing... 118

Using the Autofocus...118 Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)..121 Selecting the Focus Point (Focus Point)..123 Fixing the Focus (Focus Lock)...125
Setting the Exposure... 127
Effect of Aperture and Shutter Speed..127 Selecting the Metering Method..130 Changing the Exposure Mode...132 Setting the Exposure..141 Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket)..143 Setting Auto Bracket...145
Using the Built-in Flash... 146
Compensating Flash Output...146 Allowing Shooting while Charging Flash..147 Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode..147
Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash..149 DA, D FA , FA J, FA and F Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash...151 Using an External Flash (Optional)...153
Settings During Playback... 160
Changing Playback Display Method..160 Displaying Hot Spot Warning..160 Setting the Slideshow Display Interval...161

Camera Settings... 162

Formatting the SD Memory Card..162 Turning the Beep On and Off..163 Changing the Date and Time and the Display Style..163 Setting the World Time...164 Setting the Display Language...167 Turning the Guide Display On and Off...167 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Monitor.168 Selecting the Video Output Format...168 Setting Auto Power Off...169 Resetting the File Number...169 Setting the Instant Review...170
Resetting to Default Settings.. 171
Resetting Rec. Mode/Playback/Set-up Menu..171 Resetting the Custom Function Menu...172

Appendix

Default Settings... 174 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations.. 177 Notes on [Using Aperture Ring].. 179 Cleaning the CCD... 180 Optional Accessories... 182
AC Adapter D-AC10...182 Cable Switch CS-205..182 Remote Control F....182 Flash Accessories....182 For Viewfinder...183 Camera Case...184 Others....184
Error Messages... 185 Troubleshooting... 187
Main Specifications.. 189
Specification for Remote Control (Optional)..191
Glossary... 192 Index.... 196 WARRANTY POLICY... 200

Composition of the Operating Manual
This operating manual contains the following chapters.
1 Before Using Your Camera
Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names of various parts.

2 Getting Started

Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read it and follow the instructions.

3 Basic Operations

Explains the procedures for taking, playing back, and printing still pictures. Read it to learn all of the basic operations about capturing, playing back, and printing.

4 Menu Reference

Explains the functions of J by buttons and menus.

5 Function Reference

Introduces functions to further enhance your J experience.

6 Appendix

Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various resources.
The symbols used in this operating manual are explained below.
Shows reference page number explaining a related operation. Shows useful information. Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.
Check the package contents and names of working parts before use.
J Camera Characteristics..12 Checking the Contents of the Package.13 Names of Working Parts..14

J Camera Characteristics

Features a 23.515.7 mm CCD with 6.1 million effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range. Features an AF sensor with 11 focusing points. The central 9 are wide cross area sensors. Improved manual focusing using a viewfinder similar to a conventional 35 mm SLR camera, with 0.95 magnification. Also features a superimpose function in which the focus points on the viewfinder illuminate red. Use CR-V3, AA lithium batteries, rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries or AA alkaline batteries. Concepts of Universal Design have been implemented to various parts of the camera. The high resolution LCD monitor features large characters, and buttons are easier to use.
The captured area (view angle) will differ for J and 35 mm SLR cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35 mm film and CCD are different. Sizes for 35 mm film and CCD 35 mm film : 3624 mm J CCD : 23.515.7 mm Angles of view being equal, the focal length of a lens used with a 35 mm camera must be approximately 1.5 times longer than that of J. To obtain a focal length framing the same area, divide the focal length of the 35 mm lens by 1.5. Example) To capture the same image as a 150 mm lens attached to a 35 mm camera 1501.5=100 Use a 100 mm lens with the J. Inversely, multiply the focus distance of the lens used with J by 1.5 to determine the focus distance for 35 mm cameras. Example) If 300 mm lens is used with J 3001.5=450 Focus distance is equivalent to 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera.

Checking the Contents of the Package
The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included.
Hot shoe cover FK (Installed on camera)
Eyecup FL (Installed on camera)

ME Viewfinder cap

Body mount cover (Installed on camera)

USB cable I-USB17

Video cable I-VC28

Software (CD-ROM) S-SW28

Strap O-ST10
Lithium batteries CR-V3 (two)
Operating Manual (this manual)
PENTAX PHOTO Browser 2.0/ PENTAX PHOTO Laboratory 2.0

Names of Working Parts

Camera
Lens mount index Shutter release button

Main switch

Mirror AF coupler Focus mode lever
Self-Timer lamp/ Remote control receiver Lens unlock button
Lens information contacts
e-dial L/Z button Four-way controller 3 button 4 button { button Battery cover

i button

M button Q button

Tripod socket

K button Mode dial Strap lug Built-in flash Hot shoe mc button LCD panel Diopter adjustment lever Card cover Card cover unlock lever Card access lamp Viewfinder
Cable switch terminal USB/Video terminal DC input terminal Terminal cover LCD monitor

LCD Monitor Indications

The following indicators appear on the LCD monitor depending on the status of the camera.

LCD monitor

While Power is On or Operating Mode Dial
Guides appear on the LCD monitor for three seconds when powered on or setting dial mode.
Select [Off] for [Guide display] in [H Set-up] to not show indicators. (p.99)

Auto Picture Program

12 / 24 / : 25
Flash mode (Active mode appears) (p.49) Drive mode (p.102) AE metering (p.130) Switch distance measuring point (p.123) White balance (p.112) Sensitivity (p.115) Shooting mode (Mode dial position) (p.104) World time warning display (p.164) Date and time (p.163)
* Indicators 3,4,5 and 6 only appear when the setting other than the default setting is selected. 8 only appears when World Time is On.

Capture Mode

Press the M button in capture mode to display the capture function settings on the LCD monitor for 15 seconds. Detailed Information
Detailed Info Detailed Info
ISO 800 sRGB 100mm 100 mm 12 / 24 / : 25
Focus mode (p.118) Shooting mode (p.104) AE metering (p.130) Flash mode (p.49) Drive mode (p.102) Auto bracket (p.145) ISO sensitivity (p.115) Image finishing (p.108) Quality (p.110)

Recorded Pixels and Quality Level
Choose the number of pixels (size) and quality level (data compression rate) of pictures according to how you intend to use the pictures you have taken. Pictures with larger recorded size or the more E are clearer when printed. The number of pictures that can be taken (the number of pictures that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card) becomes less with larger file sizes. The quality of the captured photo or printed picture depends on the quality level, exposure control, resolution of the printer and a variety of other factors so you do not need to select more than the required number of pixels. For example, to print in postcard size, 1.5M size is enough. Set the appropriate recorded size and quality level depending on purpose. Choose the appropriate number of recorded pixels and quality level for images on the [A Rec. Mode] menu. 1Setting the Recorded Pixels (p.109) 1Setting the Quality Level (p.110) Recorded Pixels, Quality Level and Approximate Image Storage Capacity
Quality Level Recorded Pixels

RAW 11

(30082008) (30082000) (24001600) (15361024)

C Best 106

D Better 173

E Good 271

The above table shows the approximate image storage capacity and recording time when using a 128MB SD Memory Card. The above figures may vary depending on the subject, shooting conditions, shooting mode and SD Memory Card, etc.
Turning the Camera On and Off
Move the main switch to [ON] position.
The camera will turn on. Move the main switch to [OFF] position to turn off the camera.
Always turn the camera OFF when not in use. The power will automatically turn off when you do not perform any operations within a set period of time. (Default setting is 1 minute) (p.169)

Initial Settings

The first time the camera is turned on after purchasing, the Initial Settings screen appears on the LCD monitor. Follow the procedure below to set the language displayed on the LCD monitor and the current date and time. Once setting is done, these will not need to be set again when turning your camera on.
Setting the Display Language
You can choose the language in which the menus, error messages, etc. are displayed from the following: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Korean, Chinese (traditional/simplified) and Japanese.
Press the four-way controller (5).
Initial Settings English New York DST Cancel
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select your applicable language.
The default setting is English.
English Franais Deutsch Espaol Italiano

Use the 4 Button to Focus on the Subject
You can set so that the focusing performed when the shutter release button is pressed halfway is canceled and is performed when the 4 button is pressed. Set [2 (Enable AF)] in [OK btn when shooting] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.100)
OK btn when shooting Center of AF Point Enable AF Cancel AF AF with shutter release button disabled so AF performed with OK button
Select [3 (Cancel AF)]. \ appears in the viewfinder while the 4 button is pressed. Autofocus does not activate when the shutter release button is pressed. This is useful when you wish to temporarily use manual focus while using autofocus. You can focus using the focus ring and release the shutter while 4 button is pressed when using a lens compatible with Quick Shift Focus. (Let go of the 4 button to immediately return to AF mode.) Only use this function with lenses that are compatible with Quick Shift Focus.
Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)
When you adjust the focus manually, you can either check with the focus indicator in the viewfinder or use the viewfinder matte field to adjust focus.
Using the Focus Indicator
You can manually adjust the focus using the focus indicator ].
Set the focus mode lever to \.
Look through the viewfinder and press the shutter release button halfway and turn the focusing ring.
The focus indicator ] appears and you will hear a beep when the subject comes into focus.
Focus indicator Use the matte field in the viewfinder when the subject is difficult to focus (p.46) and the focus indicator will not stay lit. The beep can be turned off. (p.163)
Using the Viewfinder Matte Field
You can manually adjust the focus using the viewfinder matte field.
Look through the viewfinder and turn the focusing ring until the subject looks sharp on the screen.
Selecting the Focus Point (Focus Point)
Choose the part of the viewfinder to set focus to. The default setting is [N (Auto)]. The selected focus point lights red in the viewfinder.

Auto Select Center

The camera selects the optimum focus point even if the subject is not centered. Set the AF area to one of the eleven areas in the AF area. Set the focus to the center of the viewfinder.
Set in [Swtch dst msr pt] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu (p.98).
Rec. Mode Instant Review Auto Bracket AE Metering Swtch dst msr pt Flash Exp. Comp. Cancel 1 sec
Focus point is not displayed in the viewfinder when [2 (Off)] is selected for [Superimpose AF Area] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.100)
Setting the Focus Position in the Viewfinder
Select [S (Select)] in [Swtch dst msr pt] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. Look through the viewfinder and check the position of the subject.
Use the four-way controller (2345) to select the desired focus point.

Focus on the subject.

Turn the main switch to | while looking through the viewfinder.
You can check the depth of field in the viewfinder while holding down the main switch.
No shooting information is displayed in the viewfinder, and the shutter cannot be released while the main switch is in the preview position (|). You can check the depth of field in all exposure modes.
Selecting the Metering Method
Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and determining exposure. [Multi-segment metering], [Center-weighted metering] or [Spot metering] mode can be selected. The default setting is [Multi-segment].
Multi-segment Centerweighted Spot metering
Segment the screen in 16 parts, meter each portion and determine the appropriate exposure. Measure the entire screen with an emphasis on the center and determine the exposure. Measure only the center of the screen and determine exposure.
Set in [AE Metering] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) 5
Using the Multi-Segment Metering
The scene in the viewfinder is metered in 16 different zones as shown in the illustration when using the multi-segment metering. This mode automatically determines what level of brightness is in which portion.
The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens. (Can only be used if permission is set in [Using aperture ring] in the [A Custom] menu (p.101).)
131 Linking AF Point and AE During Multi-Segmented Metering
You can link the exposure and focus point during Multi-segment metering in [Link AF Point and AE] in the [A Custom] menu (p.100). The default setting is [1 (Off)].
Off On Exposure is set separately from focus point. Exposure is set in accordance with focus point.
Using the Center-Weighted Metering
Metering is weighted at the center of the screen. Use this metering when you want to compensate the exposure by experience, instead of leaving it to the camera. The illustration shows that sensitivity increases as the pattern height increases (center). This mode does not automatically compensate for backlit scenes.

Set the mode dial to a.

Turn the e-dial while pressing the mc button and adjust the aperture.
The shutter speed and aperture value are displayed on the viewfinder and the LCD panel. Of the shutter speed and Difference from the aperture, the value being adjusted is appropriate exposure underlined in the viewfinder. While adjusting the shutter speed or aperture value, the difference with the appropriate exposure (EV value) appears at the bottom right of the viewfinder. The appropriate exposure is when [0.0] is displayed.
Blinks when the difference with appropriate exposure is over 3.0. Set the shutter speed and aperture values in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.142) Set the aperture to the s position while holding down the auto-lock button when using a lens with an aperture ring.
You are out of the measuring area if the shutter speed and aperture blink. Use an ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too dark.

About the L Button

The aperture and shutter speed are automatically adjusted to the appropriate exposure at that moment if the L button is pressed in a (Manual) mode. Shutter speed is adjusted to appropriate exposure according to lens aperture when lens aperture is not set to s position. 1 Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] (p.179)

Using the p (Bulb) Mode

This mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks.

Set the mode dial to p.

Turn the e-dial to adjust the aperture value. Set the aperture value so that EV Compensation is performed in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.142) Use a sturdy tripod and the cable switch CS-205 (optional) to prevent camera shake when using p (bulb) mode. Connect the cable switch to the cable switch terminal (p.15). Bulb shooting is available when using the remote control shooting mode (p.59). The shutter remains open as long as the optional remote controls shutter release button is held down. Noise reduction is a process to reduce noise (image roughness or unevenness) caused by low shutter speed. Set in [Noise Reduction] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.100)
This allows you to deliberately over-expose (brighten) or under-expose (darken) your picture. You can adjust the EV Compensation from 2 to +2 (EV) in increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV. Set in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.142)
Set the compensation with the e-dial while the mc button is pressed.
Confirm the compensation value in the viewfinder
m is displayed during compensation. m blinks when the flash is popped up if the flash compensation is set.

Compensation value

Exposure compensation is not available when the exposure mode is set to a (Manual) or p (Bulb) mode. The exposure compensation cannot be canceled by turning the camera off or by setting any other exposure mode.

Changing the Exposure Setting Steps
Set Exposure Setting Steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in [A Custom] to increments of 1/2EV or 1/3EV.
Expsr Setting Steps 1/2 EV Steps 1/3 EV Steps
Exposure setting steps are set to 1/2 EV
Recording the Exposure Before Shooting (AE Lock)
AE Lock is a function that memorizes the exposure prior to taking the picture. Use this when the subject is too small or backlit and a proper exposure setting cannot be obtained.

Press the L button.

The camera memorizes the exposure (brightness) at that instant. Press it again to unlock.
@ is displayed in the viewfinder while the AE lock is engaged. (p.20) The exposure remains in memory for twice as much time as the metering timer after releasing the L button. The exposure remains locked as long as the L button is kept pressed or the shutter release button is kept pressed halfway. You will hear a beep when the L button is pressed. The beep can be turned off. (p.163) AE lock is not available when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode. The combination of shutter speed and aperture value changes depending on the zooming position even while the AE lock is engaged when using a zoom lens for which maximum aperture varies depending on the focus length. However, the exposure value does not change and the picture is taken at the brightness level set by the AE lock. If exposure mode is a (Manual), aperture and shutter speed are adjusted to set the appropriate exposure when the L button is pressed. Exposure can be fixed when focus is locked. Set in [AE-L with AF locked] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.126)
Changing the Exposure and Shooting (Auto Bracket)
You can take continuous pictures with different exposure when the shutter release button is pressed. The first frame is exposed with no compensation, the second frame is under-exposed (negative compensation) and the third is over-exposed (positive compensation).

Normal exposure

Under-exposure

Over-exposure

Press the { button in capture mode.
Use the four-way controller (5) to select [V (Auto Bracket)].

Drive Mode Auto Bracket

Shooting is ready and ] is displayed on the LCD panel.
Focus indicator ] appears in the viewfinder when focused.
Three continuous pictures will be taken, the first with no compensation, the second with negative compensation, and the third with positive compensation.

When the focus mode lever is set to =, the focus is locked in the first frame position and used for subsequent continuous frames. The auto bracketing exposure setting will remain effective for twice as much time as the metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds) (p.131) when you release your finger from the shutter release button during auto bracketing, and you can take the next picture at the next compensation value. In this case, auto focusing works for each frame. After about twice as much time as the metering timer (default setting is 20 seconds), the camera returns to settings for taking the first picture. You can combine Auto Bracket with the built-in flash or external flash (TTL and P-TTL auto only) to change only the flash output continuously. However, when using an external flash, holding the shutter release button down to take three continuous frames may cause the second and third frame to be taken before the flash is fully recharged. Always take one frame at a time after confirming that charging is complete. Auto Bracket is not available when the exposure mode is set to p (Bulb) mode.

Setting Auto Bracket

Change the shooting order and steps of Auto Bracket.
Bracketng amount (Step interval) 1/2EV 1/3EV 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 0.3, 0.7, 1.0, 1.3, 1.7, 2.+, 0 +, + 0

Shooting images

* Set interval of steps in [Expsr Setting Steps] in the [A Custom] menu. (p.142)
Set in [Auto Bracket] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98)
Auto Bracket Bracketng amount Shooting images 0.5 0
Taking Only Over-exposed or Under-exposed Pictures
You can use the auto bracketing mode for only under-exposure or overexposure shots by combining the operation with exposure compensation (p.141). The auto bracketing is performed in both cases on the basis of the specified exposure compensation value.
Compensating Flash Output
You can change the flash output in a range of 2.0 to +1.0. The Flash Compensation values are as follows for 1/3EV and 1/2EV.
Step interval 1/2EV 1/3EV Flash Compensation 2.0, 1.5, 1.0, 0.5, 0.0, +0.5, +1.0 2.0, 1.7, 1.3, 1.0, 0.7, 0.3, 0.0, +0.3, +0.7, +1.0
Set in [Flash Exp. Comp.] in the [A Rec. Mode] menu. (p.98) 5
Rec. Mode Instant Review Auto Bracket AE Metering Swtch dst msr pt Flash Exp. Comp. Cancel 1 sec 1.0 0.5 0.0 0.5
m blinks in the viewfinder when the flash pops up during Flash Compensation. (p.20) If the maximum flash output is exceeded when corrected to the plus (+) side, no compensation will be effective. Compensating to the minus () side may not effect the image if the subject is too close, aperture is low or sensitivity is high.

When combining two or more external flashes
The AF500FTZ can be connected directly to the Extension cord F5P without the off-camera shoe adapter F. When using multiple AF360FGZ units or an AF360FGZ unit with the built-in flash, P-TTL is used for flash control. Other flash combinations use TTL.
Contrast-Control-Sync Flash
Using AF330FTZ/AF500FTZ with AF360FGZ or AF360FGZ in combination with the built-in flash allows twin flash photography (contrastcontrol-synch flash photography). This is based on the difference between the amounts of light discharged from two units.
Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts such as a Hot Shoe Grip as a malfunction may occur. Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause equipment breakdown. We recommend using the PENTAX dedicated automatic flashes.
Connect the external flash to the camera indirectly. (p.157) Set the sync mode for AF360FGZ to the Contrast-Control-Synch mode. Turn the mode dial and set the exposure mode to e, b, c or a. Confirm that both the external flash and built-in flash are fully charged and then take the picture.
For contrast control synch flash photography when using two external flashes, the flash set as the contrast control flash is flash 2, and the other external flash is flash 1. When using an external flash with the built-in flash, the built-in flash is flash 1, and the external flash is flash 2. When using two AF360FGZ units or an AF360FGZ unit with the built-in flash, P-TTL is used for flash control. Other flash combinations use TTL. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/90 second in the ContrastControl-Synch mode.

Settings During Playback

Changing Playback Display Method
Set information to show during playback. The camera switches display information when you press M button.
Images only Image+Histgrm Image+Detailed Info Last memory Only captured images are displayed. Images and histogram are displayed. Image details appear with a small image in the upper left. Display settings are retained from previous session.
Set in [Plybk dsply mthd] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.98) 5
Plybk dsply mthd Images only Image + Histgrm Image + Detailed Info Last memory
Refer to p.18 for various display information details.
Displaying Hot Spot Warning
If [Hot Spot wrnng] is selected on the Instant Review and playback screens, bright areas in the image blink. The default setting is off.
OFF Instant Review Turn off the hot spot warning Hot spot warning is displayed only during Instant Review.
Hot spot warning is displayed during Instant Review and Instnt review+Plybck playback.
Set in [Hot spot wrnng] in the [Q Playback] menu. (p.98)
Hot spot wrnng OFF Instant Review Instnt review+Plybck
Setting the Slideshow Display Interval

Lens names and mount names FA prime lenses (non-zoom lenses) and DA, D FA, FA J and F lenses use the KAF mount. Of the FA zoom lenses, power zoom enabled lenses use the KAF2 mount. Lenses without power zoom use the KAF mount. See the lens manual for details. This camera does not have a power zoom function. Lenses and accessories that cannot be used with this camera When aperture ring is set at other than s (Auto) or a lens without a s (Auto) position or accessories such as an auto extension tube or auto bellows are used, camera does not operate unless [Using aperture ring] is set to [2 (Permitted)] in the [A Custom] menu (p.101). Refer to Notes on [Using Aperture Ring] (p.179) for restriction that apply when [Using aperture ring] is set to [2 (Permitted)] in the [A Custom] menu. All camera exposure modes are available when using DA/FA J or lenses with Aperture s (Auto) position set to that position. Lens and Built-in Flash The built-in flash cannot be regulated and fully fires when pre A lenses or soft lenses are used. Note that the built-in flash cannot be used as the Auto Flash.
Notes on [Using Aperture Ring]
Aperture Ring Use When [Using aperture ring] is set to [2 (Permitted)] in [A Custom] menu (p.101), the shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F or A lens is not set to the s position or a lens without a s position is attached. However, the features will be restricted as shown in the table below.
The camera operates in c (Aperture Priority) mode even if the mode dial is at e or b when the aperture is set to a value other than s.

Lens used

Capture mode
Restriction The aperture remains open regardless of the aperture ring position. The shutter speed changes in relation to the open aperture but an exposure error may occur. In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the aperture indicator. Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture value but an exposure error may occur. In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the aperture indicator. Pictures can be taken with the specified aperture value in the manual aperture range. In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the aperture indicator. When depth of field is checked (Preview), AE Metering is switched on. Exposure check is possible. Pictures can be taken with the set aperture value and shutter speed. In the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the aperture indicator. When depth of field is checked (Preview), AE Metering is switched on. Exposure check is possible.
D FA, FA, F, A, M (lens only or with auto c (Aperture diaphragm Priority ) mode accessories such as auto extension tube K) D FA, FA, F, A, M, S (with diaphragm accessories such as extension tube K) Manual diaphragm lens such as reflex lens (lens only)
c (Aperture Priority) mode c (Aperture Priority) mode

Type Effective Pixels Sensor Recorded Pixels Sensitivity File Format Quality Level Storage Medium Number of Shots Size P 30082008 P 30082000 Q 24001600 R 15361029
Quality Level RAW C D E C D E C D E
Approx. 2151 Approx. 1115
Compression: C (Best) = 1/3, D (Better) = 1/6, E (Good) = 1/12

LCD Monitor

2 inch low-temperature poly-silicon TFT color LCD with approx. 210000 pixels (with backlight) e Program, b Shutter priority, c Aperture priority, a Manual, p Bulb Picture mode I Auto Picture, U Normal, = Portrait, s Landscape, q Macro, \ Moving Object,. Night Scene Portrait, a Flash OFF B&W, Sepia, Soft, Slim (only for processing after shooting)

Exposure mode

Shutter Electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane shutter, Electromagnetic release, Speed range (1) Auto 1/4000-30 sec. (step less), (2) Manual 1/4000-30 sec. [1/2 EV step or 1/3 EV step] (3) Bulb, Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF position. Pentax KAF bayonet mount (K-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts) Pentax KAF2 (not power zoom compatible), KAF mount lenses, KA mount lenses TTL phase-matching autofocus system (SAFOX VIII), AF operational brightness range: EV 1 to 18 (at ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens), Focus lock available, Focus Mode: AF/MF, adjustable focus point Penta-prism finder, Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen, Field of view: 95%, Magnification 0.95 (with 50 mm f/1.4 lens at ), Diopter: 2.5m-1 to +1.5m-1. (per meter)

Lens Mount Lens used

Autofocus System

Viewfinder

Focus information: ] is lit when in-focus and blinking when unable to focus, b is lit=Built-in flash ready, Blinking=Flash should be used or incompatible lens is being used, Shutter Viewfinder Indication speed, Aperture value, e-dial enabled indicator, Focus point, @=AE lock, Capacity remaining and m=Exposure compensation b is lit=Built-in flash ready, Blinking=Flash should be used or incompatible lens is being used, E=Auto discharge, E>=Redeye reduct Auto discharge, 9=Single frame shooting, j=Cotinuous shooting, g=Self-timer, h=Remote control shooting, ?=Battery exhaustion warning, ]=Auto bracketing exposure (exposure setting steps can be set to 1/2EV or 1/3EV), Shutter speed, Aperture value, White Balance, Capacity remaining and m=Exposure compensation, PC (mass storage)/Pb (PictBridge) appears when the USB cable is connected. Electronically controlled and usable in all exposure modes Electronically controlled with delay time of 12 sec./2 sec. (with mirror lock up). Start by pressing shutter release button. Operation confirmation: Possible to set beep. Can be cancelled after operation Quick-return mirror, mirror lock up function (available at 2 sec. self-timer) Three frames continuous shots with exposure bracketing (Selectable between 1/2EV and 1/3EV for Exposure setting steps) TTL multi (16)-segment metering, Metering range from EV1 to EV21.5 at ISO200, with 50 mm f/1.4 lens, Center-weighted and Spot metering mode can be set

Declaration of Conformity
According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for
Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals
We: Located at: PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401 U.S.A. Phone: 303-799-8000 FAX: 303-790-1131
Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR 2.909. 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. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR 15.101 to 15.109.

Product Name:

PENTAX Digital Still Camera
Model Number: J Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: October, 2004, Colorado