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O Select switch
O Shutter releasebutton
O LCD panel(p.6)
@ Main switch (p.20)
O Hot shoe (p.77)
@ B u i l t - i nf l a s h ( p . 3 7 )
O Flash pop-up button (p.38)
@ Mode dial
9 Drive mode switch (p.47) i
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@ Mufti-functionbutton (p.42,6g)
\-:-, (D Back cover release lever (p.22)
@ Mid-roll rewind button (p.26)
(D Focus mode switch (p.33,49)
(D Mirror
(E Af coupler
@ Lens information contacts
@ Lens lock button (p.19)
@ L e n s m o u n t i n d e x( p . 1 8 )

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 FORSAFEUSEOF YOURCAMERA
Although we have carefully designed this camera lor safe operation, please be sure to follow Y,
precautionsgiven on this page. ni

A WARNING This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could resutt in Pr
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serious injury to the operator.
A CAUTION This mark indicates precautions that, if not foltowed, could result in
minor or medium injury to the operator or damageto the equipment.

A wARNING A cAUnoN
o The electronic circuits inside the camera contain o Do not use the flash near anyone'seyes, as it may
high voltage working parts. Never attempt to disas- hurt them. Be particularlycareful with the flash
semble the camera yourself. around infants.
. Never touch internal parts of the camera if they be- . Nevertry to disassemble, short or rechargethe bat-
come exposed from dropping the camera or for tery. Also,do not disposeof the batteryin fire, as it
some other reason, as there is danger of an electric may explode.
shock. . Removethe batteriesfrom the cameraimmediately
. Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. if they becomehot or beginto smoke.Be carefulnot
Make sure that small children do not get the strap burn yourselfduring removal.
caught around their neck.
o Do not look directly at the sun through the camera,
as viewing the sun for an extended period may dam-
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age your eyes.
. Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of chil- i
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dren. Seek medical assistance immediately if acci-
dentally swallowed.
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 PRECAUTIONS
FORYOURCAMERA
YourPentax camera is a high-precisionmecha-
nism.Handle it with great care.
Precautionswhen taking pictures
o Do not use the camera where it may come in con-
tact with rain, water, or any other liquid, because
the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant.
Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing
water, or any other liquid wipe it off immediately
with a dry soft cloth.
o Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit solid ob-
jects. lf the camera suffers a shock or impact, take
it to a Pentax service center for inspection.
o Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibra-
tions, shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect
the camera when carrying it in a motorcycle, car,
boat, etc.
. Condensation on the interior or exterior of the cam-
era may be extremely harmfulto the camera mecha-
nism as it may cause rust. Furthermore, if the
camera is taken from warm temperature to a sub-
freezing one or vice versa, the formation of icelets
may cause damage. In such a case. put the camera
into a case or plastic bag so that any changes in
temperature difference is minimized. Do not remove
it from the bag until temperature has stabilized.
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on the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose
your picture with a margin of safety at the edges.
Precautions for storage
. Avoid leaving the iamera'for an extended period in
places where the humidity and temperature are very
high, such as in a car.
o Do not store the camera in a closet with mothballs
or in an area where chemicals are handled. Store it
in a place with good dry air circulation to prevent
the growth of fungus.
Precautions for proper care
. Nevertouchthe shuttercurtainor mirrorwith your
finger or any other object.
o Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accu-
mulated on the lens or viewfinder.
. Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or
benzene to clean the camera.
o Electrical problems may often be caused by water,
dirt or dust at points of electrical contact. Also
check for battery leakage, traces of dirt or grease,
or corrosion due to salinity-orgas. lf you cannot cor-
rect the problems, have your camera inspected at a
Pentax service center. Repairsof this nature are not
covered under the terms of the warranty and
charges may be assessed.

Other precautions
o The temperature range at which this camera
functions properly is SOt to -10t
14 " F ) .
. A camera which has been submerged in water
usually cannot be repaired. lf such an accident
should occur, it is advisable to contact a Pentax
Service Center immediately.
o To maintain optimum performance, it is recom-
mended that the camera be inspected everyone
or two years. lf the camera has not been used for
an extended period, or is being prepared for an im-
portant photographic session, it is recommended
that you have the camera inspected or test shoot
with it.
o Repairs deemed necessary due to usage of this
p r o d u c t i n a n i n d u s t r i a lo r c o m m e r c i a l a p p l i c a t i o n
may not be covered under the terms of the
Pentax warranty.
o The PENTAX warranty provides only for the re-
pair of defects in materials or workmanship.
Damage of any kind cannot be repaired at no
charge under the terms of the warranty. lf the dif-
ficulty is caused as a direct result of the product
being used in conditions as outlined in the
"Precautions for Your Camera" section or any
other operation contrary to the instructions out-
l i n e d i n t h i s m a n u a l , c h a r g e s w i l l b e a s s e s s e da n d
a repair quotation will be provided.
PRECAUTIONS
FORBATTERY
USAG
o Use two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type).
o Misuse of the battery can cause hazards such as
(122'F to leakage, overheating, explosion, etc. The battery
should be inserted with the "*" and "-" sides fac-
ing correctly.
. Battery performance may be temporarily hindered
in low temperatures, but will recover in normal
temperatures.
o Keep a spare battery on hand for replacement
convenience when shooting outdoors or while
traveling.
o lf the built-in flash is used continuously. the bat-
tery may become warm, but it does not mean that
the battery is faulty; it is one of the battery's char-
acteristics.
o Replace the batteries at the same time. Do not
mix battery brands, type or an old battery with a
new one. lt may cause explosion or overheating.
 PRACTICALSHOOTINGGUIDE
Taking pictures of people in
various situations

Putting yourself into a picture. """""p.47

Taking a group photograph. """"""""p.56
Taking a portrait photograph. """"""'p.56
Taking a picture in strong backlit situations with the
main subject in the shade. """"""""p.81
Flash photograpny- Taking a picture of people with night scenery in
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Taking a picture in low light situations. """""""'p.37

Minimized the red-eye effect. """"""'p.43
A u t o m a t i c F l a s h F u n c t i o n s ." " " " " ' ""'p.45
Taking a picture in a open place such as a church
o r r e c e p t i o n h a | | ." " " " " ' "'p.77
Taking a portrait when the subject is in the shade. p.81
Taking a picture of people with night scenery in
the background.""""" ""p.82

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Zoominethe lens
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M a k i n ga s u b j e c tl a r g e ro r s m a l l e r . " " " " " " " " " " ' p . 3 0 Taking consecutive pictures of a moving subject. p.47
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Taking a picture of a moving subject."""""""'p.59,60
Taking a close-up picture of flower.
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Names of working parts ""'FlaPs Turning on the power """"2O
Safe use of your camera 'lnside cover Usingthe Data Back """""""""'21
P r e c a u t i o n sf o r y o u r c a m e r a """"""'1 Filmloadins ""' """"""'22
P r e c a u t i o n sf o r b a t t e r y u s a g e """"2 U n l o a d i n gf i l m " """""25
P r a c t i c a ls h o o t i n g g u i d e """""""3 . Rewinding a film in mid-roll ""26
Tableof contents """"""""""4
L C D p a n e l i n d i c a t i o n" " . ' - " " " " ' """'6 ff BAstc opERATroN(sHooilNc) 27-45
V i e w f i n d e ri n d i c a t i o n """'-i""""':""7 Using the Green Operation Mode """"'27
E a s yt o u s e ! ( F o r b e g i n n e r s ) """.'"""""""'8 S e t t i n g t h e S i n g l e - F r a m eD r i v e M o d e " " " " ""29
C a m e r a f u n c t i o n s a v a i l a b l ew i t h v a r i o u s l e n s e s " " " 1 0 Using zoom lenses ""'30
H o w t o u s e t h i s o p e r a t i n gm a n u a l ""' """"12 H o l d i n gt h e C a m e r a " " " ' """"32
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Selectingthe Autofocus Mode """'33
I. BASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION) 13-26 Taking a picture ""34
Attaching the camera strap ' """"13 . Focus Lock Function """'36
Loading the batteries "" """"14 Basic operation of the Built-in Retractable TTL Flash
o W h e n t h e b a t t e r y i s e x h a u s t e d" " " " " " " " " " " " 1 7 (RTF) """"""':" "'37
A t t a c h i n gt h e l e n s """"".'""'18 o Red-eyeReduction Flash Function """""""""43
O p e r a t i n gt h e s h u t t e r r e l e a s eb u t t o n """2O o Automatic flash function """'45
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tightening the fitting screw in the tripod FGM 70mm f /4, Toom 28-80mm, Toom 28-
socket. 200mm
3. Attach the front case. 85mm t,/1.4, Macro 100mm, Zoom 28-
FuL 105mm, Toom 70-200mm, F Zoom 80-
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 (16)EFFECT
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SPEED
A correct exposure is established by a combination of
shutter speed and aperture setting according to the
subject brightness. There are many correct combina-
tions of shutter speed and aperture for a particular sub-
ject brightness. Different shutter speed and aperture
settings produce different effects.

Effect of Shutter Speed

-- The shutter speed determines the film exposure time, or
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 III ADVANCED OPERATION ..46-89 o Compatibility of F and FA lenses with the
S e l e c t i n ga D r i v e M o d e b u i l t - i nf l a s h " " ""'72
r C o n s e c u t i v eF r a m e M o d e " " " : " " " """"""""'47 Setting the film speed (lSO) manually """""""""73
r Self-Timer """' """"""'47 fn s t a l l i n gt h e b a t t e r y i n t h e D a t a B a c k " " " " " " " " " 7 4
M a n u a lf o c u s i n g """"""'49 Adjusting the data on the Data Back """"""'75
o Using the snap-in focus function """51 Using a Pentax Dedicated ExternalFlash """""""'77
U s i n gt h e P i c t u r e M o d e """"""""54 o C o n t r a s t - C o n t r o l - S y n cF l a s h P h o t o g r a p h V ' . ' : ' . " ' 7 9
. G r e e n O p e r a t i o nM o d e """""""55 D a y l i g h t - s y n cs h o o t i n g """""':""'81
o Portrait Program Mode ".'"""""""56 S l o w - s p e e d - s y n cs h o o t i n g """""":" """82
o L a n d s c a p eP r o g r a m M o d e """""""'57
o C l o s e - u pP r o g r a m M o d e ""'58 A C C E S S O R T E S( O p f l O N A L ) ...............83
o Action Program Mode """""'59 Camera case " """"85
S e l e c t i n ga n E x p o s u r eM o d e " ' """""""'60 Effects of aperture and shutter speed """"86
. U s i n g t h e S h u t t e r - P r i o r i t yA E M o d e .....6Q Depth of field ':""""""' """""'88
. U s i n g t h e A p e r t u r e - P r i o r i t yA E M o d e " " " " " " " ' 6 2 The infrared index """"""""89
. Using the Metered Manual Mode """64
. Bulb Exposure Mode """""66 lV. OTHERS ..............'.....90-99
About ExposureCompensation """" """"68 Troubleshooting ""'90
Turning off the audible PCV signal """"'69 S p e c i fi c a t i o n s "" " "92
Advanced operation for the Built-in Retractable Flash Programlines """"""'94
(RTF) .....70 Warranty policy """""96

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: Portrait Program Mode (P'56) : Battery exhaustion warning (p.17)

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: Close-up Program Mode (P'58) % : Exposure compensation (P.68)

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(D : R e d - e y e r e d u c t i o n f l a s h i n d i c a t i o n ( p . 4 3 ) ec : Exposure counter 1P.24)

Jn-o-eip"sure com'iensation value (p.68)
@ : Automatic flash function information (p'45)
LCD (Liquid-Crystal DisPlaY)
(Smart flash information)
When the LCD is exposed to high temperatures over ap-
proximately 60'C, it may blacken, but when the tem-
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tl : Autofocus (AF) frame (p.34)

Ex:ta: Shutterspeed
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 EASYTO USE (For beginners)
1. Loading the batteries 2. Attaching the lens 3. Turning on the power

Open the battery chamber cover by using Align the red indexes on the Slide the main switch to ON. (See
a coin. Load two batteries (CR2 type) ac- lens and camera.Turn the lens page 20.)
cording to the markings (+, -) on the to the right until it seats with a
battery chamber cover. (See page 14.) click. (See page 18.)

4. Positioning the aperture ring 5. Setting the mode dial

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While holding down the aperture- Be sure to set the lens aperture Set the mode dial to tCIEDl. (See
A-lock button, turn the lens aper- ring to the I A ] position. p a g e 2 8 . ) . T h e G r e e n 'O p e r a t i o n
ture ring to the t A l posrtron. Mode will be set.
6. Loading film 7. Selecting the Autofocus Mode

Open the back cover, insert a roll of film, align the end Set the focus mode switch to I AF ]. (See page 33.)
of the film leader with the red mark, and close the back
cover. The film should advance to the first frame auto-
matically.(See page 24.)

8. Composing the scene with the zoom ring 9. Focus on the subiect and shoot

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While looking through the viewfinder, turn the zoom Focus [ [ ] I on the subject. Depress the shutter re-
ring to the right or left until you obtain the desired com- lease button fully to take a photo. (See page 34.)
position. (See page 30.)
recAMERAFUNcT|oNsAvA|LABLEw|THVAR|oUsLENsEs
The following conditions, a correct exposure may not be obtained because the camera always set the maximum ap-
erture even if you set your desired t/stop.
1 . W h e n a l e n s w i t h o u t t h e A p o s i t i o n o n t h e a p e r t u r e r , i n gi s a t t a c h e d .
2. When an F or FA lens is attached with the aperture ring set other than the A position.
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lMount tYPej [Ko'e] * 1 [Ko'] * 1 lK^l [K] *2
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Manual focus (with Fl) * 4 C*5 O*s O*5 O*5
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Power zoom X X X X

lmaqe size trackinq X X X X

Zoom clio X X X X
Auto zoom effect X X X X

Picture Mode o X

Proqrammed AE o o X
Aoerture-PriorityAE o o A*2
Shutter-PrioritvAE o o o A*2
Manual Exoosure o o A*6
Proqrammed TTL Auto Flash o o X

TTL Auto FIaSh c C

Multi(2)-seqment meterinq o o o X
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* 1. As an F and FA Soft lens do not have the A position on the aperture ring, a correct exposure may not
tained.
x2. A correct exposure may not be obtained'
t* * 3. Lenses with a maximum aperture of t,/2.8 or larger. (See AF Adapter operating manual.)
x 4. Manual focusing using the focus indicator (Fl) (O) in the viewfinder.
x 5. Lenses with a maximum aperture of tr/5.6 or larger.
x 6. The bar graph in the viewfinder does not light up.
I . The A, F, and FA lenses are the bayonet mount lenses.
. The A, F, and FA lenses have "A" (auto) position on existing K-mount lenses.
* . The screw mount lens CANNOT be used to this camera because correct exposures will not be obtained.

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FTT HOWTO USETHISOPERATINGMANUAL
This manual is organized into the following sections, allowing you to optimize the use of the camera:

I. BASIC OPERATION .J:

M. ADVANCED OPERATIONS
( P R E P A R A T I O NP) a s e 13 - 2 6 Pase 46 - 89

II. BASIC OPERATION

( S H O O T I N G )P a g e2 7 - 4 5

o lf you want to begin taking pictures with this new camera as soon
as possible, read section I and ll, 'BASIC
OPERATIoN (PREPARATIoN)" and "BAS|c OPERAT|oN (sHooflNG).'
These sections introduce only the basic functions of this camera. More detailed information can be found in section
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remain unchanged except the audible PCV signal
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. The LCD display as shown above is displayedwhen
the modedial is set at tGIEDlwithout a lensattached. Bulb exposuretime about 2 hours

CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing condi-

tions. Actual battery life and performance may vary
d r a s t i c a l l yd e p e n d i n g o n u s a g e o f A u t o f o c u s , F l a s h a n d
external conditions such as temperature and freshness
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resulting from the use of lenses made by other manu- againstdamageafter removal,be sure to set the lens
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formation contacts and an AF coupler. dirt, dust, or
corrosion may cause damage to the electrical system.
Clean the contacts with a soft, dry cloth.

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autofocus frame to be placed over the most
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About Red-eye Phenomenon
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pressed with the built-in flash retracted, the PCV often causes a subject's eyes to turn out reddish in the
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A DRIVEMODE
This camera has a total of three drive modes as shown.

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Single-Frame Mode
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When the autofocus function or the viewfinder's in-
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The autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect.
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use the manual focus mode to focus the lens on the
subject with the aid of the matte field in the viewfinder
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2. The bar graph and Wl pensation cannot be canceled even if the power is
appear in the view-
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FLASH
When using the Picture Mode When using the Aperture-PriorityAg Mode
. The camera automatically chooses an optimum com- o In this mode, the shutter speed automatically changes
bination of shutter speed and aperture according to with the ambient brightness, making flash photogra-
the subject brightness, allowing you to take a flash phy easy. The shutter speed changes in the range of
photograph with ease. 1rl1OO sec. to a slower shutter speed which does not
o The shutter speed automatically changes to approxi- cause camera shake. The slowest shutter speed de-
mately 1,/1OO sec. or to a slower speed which does pends on the focal length of the lens in use. When a
not cause camera shake. The slowest shutter speed Pentax non-autofocus lens is used or the Action
-- depends on the focal length of the lens fitted to the Program Mode is set, the camera uses the shutter
- camera. When a Pentax non-autofocus lens is used or speed of 1,/100 second.
the Action Program Mode is set, the camera uses the
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Lens name Lens name
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loaded.
2. Loosen the battery cover fixing screw with a
phillips head screwdriver, and then remove
the battery chamber cover.
3. Replace the old battery with a new battery
with the * side facing up.
4. Reinstall the battery chamber cover, and
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lf you purchased the DATE MODEL, read this
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O DATE button
O S E L E C Tb u t t o n
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1. Press the SELECT button @ to make the
hour, minute or second ( : ) you want to
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Using the TTL Auto Flash Mode is in its popped up position. When the built-in flash and
1. Removethe hot shoe cover Fc and attach a the external flash are used simultaneously, use the fol-
Pentax dedicatedflash unit. lowing optional accessories.
2 .Tu rn ON t he f las h. r Hot Shoe Adapter Fe
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to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-
contrast conditions
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angle of dischargeaccordingto the lens focal length
only when an F or FA lens is in use.
o The AF500FTZ features a wireless slave-sync flash
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e The flash effective range appears on the LCD panel
only when an A, F, or FA lens is in use.
0 o Multiple flash burst on a single frame is possible with
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o o These flash units feature the contrast-control-sync
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o o In the Picture Mode, Shutter-Priority AE, or Aperture-
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I ter speed is adjusted according to the ambient bright-
matically even if the flash is set to the Manual Mode.
_-{ o When the flash is charged and left unused for about 3
o the lens focal length. The shutter speed varies within
z minutes, the power automatically switches off to save
o t h e s h u t t e r s p e e d r a n g e o f 1/ 1 0 0 s e c o n d t o a s l o w e r
battery power. Depressing the shutter release button
halfway down will restart charging of the flash units.
AF?4OFT and AF4OOFTZ
o Theseflashunitsfeaturea built-ininfraredspotbeam
to assist the autofocus system in dim light and low-
contrast conditions.
o In the Picture Mode, Shutter-Priority AE, or Aperture-
Priority AE, the TTL Auto Flash Mode will be set auto-
matically even if the flash unit is set to Manual Mode.
o When the flash unit is charged and left unused for
about 5 minutes, the power will automatically switch
off to save battery power. Depressing the shutter re-
lease button halfway down will restart charging of the
flash unit.
AF200T, AFZ2OT,AF280T, and AF4OOT
r lf the TTL Auto Mode is selected, these flash units can
be used for daylight-sync shooting, because the shut-
ness. The slower shutter speed varies according to
speed which does not cause camera shake. However,
when a non-autofocus lens (A-lens) is in use, the
shutter speed is set to 1/100 second. The aperture
value will also be fixed but will vary depending on
what ISO film is loaded.
. When using the Three-Level Auto (red, green, and yel- Contrast-Control-SyncFlash Photography
low settings) Mode, the aperture value is fixed as Using the AF330FTZ or AF500FTZ in combination with
shown in the table. When the flash is fully charged, the built-in f lash allows twin flash photography
the shutter speed varies within the shutter speed (contrast-control-synch flash photography). This is
range of 1,/100 of second to a slower speed which based on the difference between the amount of light
does not cause camera shake. The slowest shutter discharged from two units.
speed varies according to the lens focal length. When
a non-autofocus (A-lens) lens or the Action Program 1. Put the AF5OOFTZ or AF330FTZ in the --
M o d e i s i n u s e , t h e s h u t t e r s p e e d w i l l b e s e t t o 1, / 1 O O Contrast-Control-SyncFlash Mode. See the -
of second. flash connection on page 77.
AF2OOT AF28OT AF4OOT 2. Ensurethat both flash units are fully charged c'
Red f ,/2.8 f,/4 fr/4 and then shoot.
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of contacts such as a "Hot Shoe Grip" as a malfunc-
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Pentax dedicated f lash unit, if the trailing-shutter-
curtain-sync flash mode is set for the dedicated flash Multi-burst flash with the Pentax dedicated
unit, the built- in flash also operates in the trailing- flash
shutter-curtain-sync flash mode. Ensure that both flash When discharging more than 2 Pentax dedicated
units are fully charged before releasing the shutter. flashes, make sure that they are of the same type, com-
bine the Type B with Type C or Type D with Type E.
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The Built-in flash can be operated with any type of
Pentax TTL dedicated flash unit.
 Overview of Flash Function
CAMERA FUNCTION TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D TYPE E
After the flash is charged, the camera automatically
switches to the flash-sync speed. o o o o o
Automatic aperture setting in the Picture Mode or
Shutter-Priority AE Mode o o O*1 O*t
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Slow-speed sync in the Shutter-Priority AE Mode or
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! * 3. Only the Metered Manual Mode can be used.
TYPE C : AF400FTZ. AF24OFT * 4. The shutter speed is 1/60 of second or slower.
I TYPE D : AF400T, AF280T, AF22OT,AF2OOT,
o * 5. Trailing-shutter-curtain sync flash combined with
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T Y P EE : A F 2 O O SA. F l 6 0 , A F l 4 0 , * 6. Multi-burst and slave-sync flash are possible.

Notes: Using other type of a flash

* 1. When usinga Type D flash (except AF200S^ dnd Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera.
AF22OT)in the MS (Manualsync) or M (Manual) For the best results, use a Pentax dedicated flash unit.
Mode or when usinga Type E flash, set the cam-
era's exposure mode to the Aperture-priority AE
Mode,MeteredManualor Bulb.The PictureMode
and Aperture-PriorityAE Modes cannot be used
becausethe actual required aperture value may
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fi2) DAYLIGHT-SYNC
Purpose
whena portraitpictureis taken
ln daylightconditions,
with a person's face cast in shadow, discharging the
flash will eliminate the shadow.

Daylight-sync photography is obtained in the

same manner as the normal flash photography,
so you simply depress the shutter release but- --
ton. -
o lf the background is too bright, it mav be overexposed. 0
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Picture Mode, the flash may not discharge even if the z
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SHOOTTNG
How to set
With the Shutter-Priority AE Mode set
1. Set the camera's exposure mode to the
Shutter-Priority AE Mode.
2. Set the desired shutter speed.

-- o lf the aperture in the viewfinder and the LCD panel

- blink, a correct exposure will not be obtained for the
background. Adjust the shutter speed until the blink-
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o o In the slow-speed-sync shooting, use of a tripod is rec-
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1. Depress the flash pop-up button to activate
the built-in flash.
2. Set the camera's exposure mode to the
Metered Manual Mode.
3. Select an appropriate shutter speed(slower
than 1 ,/1OO of second) and aperture combi-
nation for a correct exposure
4. Release the shutter.
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(14) ACCESSORIES
A numberof dedicatedaccessoriesare availablefor this Hot Shoe Adapter Fc and Extension Gord FSP and Off-
camera. Camera-Shoe Adapter
The adapters and cord which allow the AF220T, AF24OFf,
o CableSwitchF
AF330FTZ, AF4}OFTZ and AF500FTZ to be used off the
A shutterreleasecorddesignedforusewiththeMZ-50|ZX-50, camera, while maintaining full electronic coupling to the
MZ-10lZX-10, MZ-\|ZX-',Z-70lPZ-70, Z-1/PZ-1,Z-20|PZ-20, camera.
z-10lPz-10.
Macro Flash AFl40C
o MagnifierFe
A TTL macro flash unit with a guide number of 14 in meters --
A viewfrnderaccessoryfor magnifying thecentralareaof the (rso1oo). -
viewfinder.
RefconverterA
o AF500FTZ
Rightanglefinderwhichattachesto the grooveson both
A TTLAutoZoomflashwitha built-inAFspotbeam andlarge sidesof theviewfinder. Theviewfindermagnification is able
guidenumberof 50 in meters(lSO 100).lt featuresthe trt
to switchfrom1X to 2X. >
slave-sync flashfunction,multipleflashburst,contrast-con- z,
trol-sync flashmode.
flash,leading/trailing-curtain-sync Filters o
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Skylight,Cloudy,UV,Y2,02,R2,andCircularPolarizing Fil- tr
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ter are available.Eachfilteris availablein sizesof 49mm, !
A TTL Auto ZOomflashwith a built-inAF spotbeamand trt
52mm,67mm a n d7 7 m m . 7
guidenumberof33 in meters(lSO100).ltfeatures contrast- =
control-sync flashmode.
flash,leading/trailing-curtain-sync AA Battery Pack Fc C'
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at thebottomof thecamera,insteadof usingthelithiumbat-
A TTL Auto flash with the guide numberol 22 in meters teries.
(lSO100).lt featuresthe bounce-flash.
lf the MZ-50is beingusedwhileconnected to CableSwitch
F and/orExtensionCord F5P in an area where a high
electromagnetic field is discharged,the batterywarning
www.butkus.us indicator( - ) may appear and start blinking.lf this
condition arises,the shuttercannotbe released.
 Notes on accessories When the following accessories are combined with this
" . The following conditions, a correct exposure may not camera, a correct exposure may not be obtained.
be obtained because the camera always set the maxi-
mum aperture even if you set your desired f ,/stop. Accessories for close-up photography
1. When a lens without the A position on the aperture Auto extension tube set K
ring is attached. Auto extension tube K 50mm
2. When an F or FA lens with the aperture set to a posi- Auto extension tube 100mm
tion other than the A position is used. Helicoid extension tube K
= o Above mentioned inconvenience will occur when an F Auto bellows-A
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,/ f A 85mm Soft lens or FA 28mm Soft lens is at- 49mm and 52mm Reverse Adapter K

? tion on the lens aperture ring. Microscope adapter K

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Eye Zoom 17-28mm,7oom 35-80mm =
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tightening the fitting screw in the tripod FUM 70mm t,/4, Toom 2B-BOmm, Zoom 28-
socket. 200mm
3. Attach the front case. 85mm t,/1.4, Macro 100mm, Zoom 28-
FNL 105mm, Zoom 70-200mm, F Zoom 80-
. Chooseone of the front cases in accordancewith the 200mm
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the Soft case S,M and L.
 A correct exposure is established by a combination of
shutter speed and aperture setting according to the
subject brightness. There are many correct combina-
tions of shutter speed and aperture for a particular sub-
ject brightness. Different shutter speed and aperture
settings produce different effects.

Effect of Shutter Speed

-- The shutter speed determinesthe film exposure time, or
- the length of time that light is allowed to strike the film.
lf the subject is moving the image will be blurred when
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a slow shutter speed is used. lt is possible to enhance
z the effect of motion, (tfre movement of a wave or wa-
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The aperture increases or reduces the amount of re-
flected light from an object which, passes through the
lens, controlling how much light strikes the film. lf the
aperture is opened up to increase the amount of light,
objects in front of and behind an in-focus subject will
not be focused. That is, the range of focus (depth of
field) becomes small. lf the aperture is closed down to
reduce the amount of light, the depth of field increases.
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with the aperture open, the landscape in front of and be-
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posed in visible light. The autofocus system the distance !
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refer to the instructions accompanying the film. The
cated on the infrared index. Auto Exposure Mode does not give a correct expo_
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 IV OTHERS TROUBLESHOOTING
What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies.
Before contacting a Pentax service center, check the following items.

Symptoms Causes Remedies Feference

The shutter does not release.
The main switch is [OFF] Turn ON the main switch. P.20
The low battery warning [a] 3pps315. Replace the battery. P.14
The battery is improperly installed. Install the battery properly. P.14
Set the mode dial to the another posi- P.73
The mode dial is set at [lSO SET].
tion.
Self-timer mode is being set. Cancel the self-timer mode. P.48

-- The built-in flash is being charged. Wait until the flash is fully charged. P.39

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- Indicators do not appear on the The main switch is IOFFI Turn ON the main switch. P.20
LCD panel. l n s t a l l the battery. P.14
o No battery has been installed.
I The battery is improperly installed. Install the battery properly. P.14
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(t The battery is dead. Replace the battery.

The camera does not focus. AF frame is not placed over the subject. Move the camera until the AF frame P.34
I C I I coversthesubject.
The subject is too close. lncrease the camera-to-subject dis- P.35
tance.
The focus mode is set to IMF j. Set the focus mode switch to [AF]. P.33
Focus manually by using the matte P.51
The subject is difficult to autofocus.
f ield.
 Symptoms Gauses Remedies Reference

Pictures are overexposed. A non-A position lens is used. Attach an A, F, or FA lens.

P.10.P27,P60

IO] U t i n t si n t h e v i e w f i n d e r . The subject is too close or difficult to Focus manually by using the matte
P.5t
autofocus. f ield.

The built-in f lash does not The battery is dead. Replace the battery. P.14
charge.
The power zoom system does The camera does not have the power Push the power zoom ring forward until P.31
not function. zoom function. the words IPOWER ZOOM] appear. -
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 SPECIFICATIONS
Type TTL autofocus,auto-exposure35mm SLR with built-inTTL auto flash (RTF)
Format- 24x36mm

Usab|eFi|m-35mmperforatedcartridgefi|m.DX-codedfi|mWith|So25-5O00;non-DXcodedfi|mswith|So6-6400
Exposure Modes- Picture Mode (Green Operation Mode, Portrait Program Mode, Landscape Program Mode, Close-up
Program mode, Action Program Mode), Aperture-Priority AE Mode, Shutter-Priority AE Mode, Metered
Manual Mode, Bulb Mode, TTL Flash Mode

Shutter- Electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane shutter, Electromagnetic release, Speed range (1)Auto
1 ,/2OOO-3O sec.(stepless),(2) Manual 1 /2OOO-30 sec.(3) Bulb. Shutter lock by setting Main switch in OFF
position.

Lens Mount Pentax Kar baygnet mount (K-mount with AF coupler, lens information contacts)

Gompatible Lens- Pentax Korr.,Kor.,and Ko. lenses are usable. Autofocus is possible using AF Adapter with Ko-mount lenses.
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With the K-mount lens attached, only the maximum aperturq can be used.
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Autofocus System- TTL phase-matching autofocus system, AF operational brightness range: EVO to l8(at ISO 100 withI,/1.4
o lens), Focus lock available using shutter release button. Focus Mode: AF (predictive AF provided), Manual
I IMF]
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T Viewfinder-Pentamirrorfinder,Natura|-Bright-Mattefocusingscreen,Fieldofview:92%,MagnificationO.77(with
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50mm lens at "o), Diopter: -1 diopter, Autofocus frame
Viewfinder Indication- Focus Information: In-focus (Green lamp I O] is lit), front or back focus signals and unable-to-focus indi-
cator (Green lamp blinks). Shutter speed indication, Aperture indication, Flash ready indication I t ] is lit,
Bar graph(exposure compensation),Over or Under exposure indication in Metered Manual Mode, I B ] ex-
posure compensation indication,

External LGD panel- t [rt ] : Metered Manual Mode, t@ : Green Operation Mode, f
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: Portrait Program Mode, [lI]
Indication : Landscape Program Mode. tl$ll : Close-up Program Mode, tl(ll : Action Program Mode, Shutter
s p e e d i n d i c a t i o n , A p e r t u r e i n d i c a - t i ol l nl :,B u i l t - i n f l a s h r e a d y i n F c a t i o n , ltl:blinkingslowlyflash
recommended warning, I t I : blinks rapidly Inappropriate lens warnins, [<E] : Red-eye reduction flash
moae, IEnl] : Automatii flash function. tSb indication, I O--- ] : fif. itutur information. tcrl :
Battery exhaustion warning, Exposure counter. [.lt ] : PCV signal indication, l%l - Exposure compen-
sation, Exposure compensation value
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Self-timer-=- Electronically-controlled type with delay time of 12 sec. Start by depressing of shutter release button, k
Operation confirmation : By PCV beep tone. Cancelable after operation
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Mirror-- Instant-return mirror with AF secondary mirror I
Film Loading-Film advances automatically to lst frame after back cover is closed, Film information window is provided l
Film Wind & Rewind-Auto wind,/rewind by built-in motor, Consecutive or Single advance mode, Approx.2 l
frames,/sec.(consecutive mode), Auto rewinding starts at end of roll, Fllmrewind,/completion of rewind- F
ing is displayed on the LCD panel, Mid-roll rewind button will rewind film in mid-roll
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Exposure Meter-TTL multi(2)-segment metering, Metering range from EVI to EV17.5 at lSO100 with 50mm f /1.4 lens t
Exposure Compensation:+ 3EV in O.SEV step increments
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F|ash-Series-contro|,Retractab|eTTLAutoF|ash(RTF),Guidenumber:1l(|So1oo/m),|l|uminationang|ecov-]
ers 28mm lens angle of view, Flash-sync-speed in the range from 1 ,/lOO sec. to a slower speed, Day-light-
_F
sync flash, Slow-speed-sync flash, Contrast-control-sync flash (lSO range : 25 - 4OO), Automatic flash -
function, Red-eye reduction flash function
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Flash sync- Hot shoe with X-contact with couples with Pentax dedicated auto flashes, ISO range : 25-800 qh
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