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smc PENTAX-DA
INTERCHANGEABLE LENS
OPERATING MANUAL
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11-2005 DA_Cover_E 05.11.10 2:27 PM Page 3 FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX-DA lens. This smc PENTAX-DA lens features a “Quick-Shift Focus System” that lets you finely adjust the focus manually after the focus has been adjusted in addition to allowing you to enjoy taking pictures using autofocus or manual focus by mounting on the PENTAX -series digital SLR camera. For further information on the use of this function, refer to p11. smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used only with PENTAX
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 1 FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS 1 Although we have carefully designed these lenses for safe operation, please pay special attention to items marked with the following symbols when using this product. WARNING This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in serious injury to the user. CAUTION This symbol indicates precautions that if not followed, could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment. WARNING •
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 2 2 PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE 1. Storage and mildew prevention • Take the lens out of the protective case or camera bag, and store it in a dry, well-ventilated place. • Avoid storing the lens in a poorly ventilated location such as a closet, wardrobe, drawer, vehicle, or where insect repellent or medicine is kept. • Avoid storing the lens in areas of high temperature and humidity, where there is a risk of mildew growth. Store the lens with a desi
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 3 CONTENTS 3 FOREWORD ° FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR LENS ···························································································· 1 ° PRECAUTIONS AND LENS MAINTENANCE ········································································· 2 ° smc PENTAX-DA LENS ·········································································································· 4 ° • About the DA Lens Mount ···········································
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 4 4 smc PENTAX-DA LENS Focusing ring Lens hood attaching index Distance scale Distance scale window Depth-of-field scale Depth-of-field scale Distance index Mounting index Note: The DA lens does not have an aperture ring. Aperture settings are controlled automatically as if set to the auto “A” position, so accessories without an auto “A” setting cannot be used with this lens.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 5 5 About the DA lens mount The DA lens is an interchangeable lens specifically designed for the PENTAX - series digital SLR camera. The KAF -mount of the DA lens is similar to conventional SLR lenses, but the DA lens cannot be used on 35 mm SLR cameras. KAF-mount AF coupler Lens-information contacts CAUTION Be careful not to damage or dirty the lens-information contacts and AF coupler on the mount surfaces of the camera and lens. Otherwise, failure or
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 6 6 MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE LENS 1 2 1. To mount the lens on the camera body Attach the lens while aligning the red dots on the lens and body, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks in place. Memo: ✍ • Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted. • After mounting the lens, gently turn the lens counterclockwise to make sure it is locked in place. 2. To remove the lens Hold down
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 7 LENS CAP 7 1 2 2 1. Take off the lens cap by pressing the two tabs inward as shown above. 2. Attaching the dedicated lens cap to DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited First screw the dedicated hood onto the front of the lens, then screw on the lens cap. Memo: ✍ • When not using the lens, be sure to attach the lens cap. • The lens cap for the DA FISH-EYE 10-17 mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) is mounted by fitting it over the lens hood.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 8 8 FOCUSING 1 Changing the Focus Mode Use the camera’s focus mode switch to change between the autofocus mode and manual- focus mode. For details, refer to your camera’s manual. 1. Using Autofocus Set the camera’s focus mode to autofocus. Press the shutter button halfway to autofocus. With the camera, you can also press the AF button to autofocus.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 9 9 Focusing with the OK Button With the or camera set as explained below, autofocusing by , pressing the shutter button halfway will be disabled and the OK button can be used instead to autofocus. : On the C Custom menu, select “Enable AF” for “OK btn when // shooting”. Memo: ✍ • For details on the setting procedure, refer to the camera’s instruction manual. CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate. • To prevent ma
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 10 10 2 2. Using Manual Focus Set to MF with the camera’s focus mode, and turn the focusing ring to focus manually.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 11 11 Using the Quick-Shift Focus System ( -series cameras only) If you use the lens with an -series camera and the focus mode is set to autofocus, you can focus manually after autofocus is achieved. Just turn the focusing ring to manually touch-up the focus. You can do this without changing the focus mode to MF. How to use the Quick-Shift Focus System 1. Using Autofocus Set the camera’s focus mode switch to autofocus, then press the shutter button half
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 12 12 CAUTION During autofocusing, the focusing ring of following lenses will rotate. • To prevent malfunction, do not touch the focusing ring during autofocusing. - DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5ED (IF) - DA 12-24mm f/4ED AL (IF) - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED - DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited • When using the Quick-Shift Focus System, keep pressing the shutter button (or AF button) after you achieve focus and before takin
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 13 13 Close-distance scale Precautions on close-distance scale (For DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL, DA18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL) In the close-distance scale range (the distance scale in the orange area), when shooting at the maximum aperture, image quality deterioration in the picture corners may result because of the optical characteristics of the lens. When taking a picture in this range, we recommend that you use a smaller aperture, stopping down from wide open.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 14 14 ZOOM LENS Focusing index Lens hood attaching index Focusing ring Distance scale Zoom ring Focal length scale Zoom index Mounting index
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 15 15 The zoom lens has a focusing ring at the front and a zoom ring behind it. Turn the zoom ring to set the desired angle of view (lens focal length). Memo: ✍ • The focusing point may shift slightly by changing the focal length. First adjust the zoom and then adjust focus. About the zoom ring Turn the zoom ring clockwise for telephoto and counterclockwise for wide-angle.
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 16 16 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of the lens hood is recommended. 12 Lens hood attaching index 1. Screw-on Type If the lens hood is dedicated to the DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited, screw it onto the front of the lens. 2. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. At
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 17 17 1 2 About the PL filter window If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the DA lens, you can easily turn the filter via the PL filter window on the bayonet-type hood. Lens hood with [PL filter window] - DA 14mm f/2.8ED (IF) - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL - DA 50-200mm f/4-5.6ED How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1. Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above. 2. Turn the
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11-2005 DA_Body_E 05.11.10 2:29 PM Page 18 18 3 3. Attach the PL filter window cap. Memo: ✍ • When shooting, be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to make that the lens hood is being used to maximum effect.
