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Operating Manual
HOYA CORPORATION
PENTAX Imaging Systems Division
2-35-7, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
(http://www.pentax.jp)
PENTAX Europe Imaging 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex,
Systems S.A.S. FRANCE
Digital Camera
(European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentax.eu)
(France - http://www.pentax.fr)
PENTAX Imaging Systems Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg,
GmbH GERMANY
(http://www.pentax.de)
PENTAX Imaging Systems PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langl
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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX Q Digital Camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the camera’s capabilities. Lenses you can use Lenses that can be used with this camera are Q-mount lenses. Regarding copyrights Images taken with the PENTAX Q that are for anything other than personal enjoyment cannot be used without permission
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1 To users of this camera • Do not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage the stored data, or affect the product’s internal circuitry and cause camera misoperation. • The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor is manufactured using extremely high precision technology. Altho
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2 • Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn yourself. • Do not cover the flash with clothing when discharging the flash. Discoloration may occur. • Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long periods. • Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments. Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin or in your eyes or mouth. • Depending o
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3 • Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI68. Attempting to charge other types of batteries may cause an explosion or heating, or may damage the battery charger. About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Warning • If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get medical attention immediately. Caution • Only use the specified battery with this came
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4 Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera • When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience problems abroad. • 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
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5 Cleaning Your Camera • Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner, alcohol, or benzine. • Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens. • Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.) Storing Your Camera • Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow
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6 • Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered using commercially available software. If you are going to discard, give away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information. • The data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at
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7 Contents For Using Your Camera Safely ............................................................ 1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................... 4 Contents............................................................................................... 7 Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................... 13 Before Using Your Camera 15 Checking the Contents of the Package......................................16 Names and
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8 Basic Operations 53 Basic Shooting Operation ...........................................................54 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings.............................. 54 Using a Zoom Lens ......................................................................56 Using the Built-in Flash ...............................................................57 Setting the Flash Mode ...................................................................... 57 Shooting with the Flash.........
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9 Checking the Depth of Field (Preview).......................................94 Assigning the Preview Function to the Green Button ........................ 94 Displaying the Preview....................................................................... 95 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake.............................................................................................96 Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function....................... 96 Shooting wi
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10 Setting the Green Button and E-dial Functions.......................144 Setting the Green Button Operation................................................. 144 Setting the E-dial Operation in e Mode .......................................... 146 Setting the Green Button Operation in a Mode .............................. 147 Setting the Lens Functions .......................................................148 Setting the ND Filter................................................................
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11 Editing Images 171 Changing the Image Size...........................................................172 Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels (Resize) ........................ 172 Cropping Out Part of the Image (Cropping) ..................................... 173 Processing Images.....................................................................174 Processing Images with Digital Filters ............................................. 174 Editing Out the Unwanted Red-eye Effect ............
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12 Using the Flash 211 Using the Built-in Flash .............................................................212 Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode ................................ 212 Using the Slow-speed Sync ............................................................. 212 Using the Trailing Curtain Sync ....................................................... 213 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash...................... 213 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash .
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13 Composition of the Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the following chapters. 1 Before Using Your Camera 1 Explains the provided accessories and the names and functions of various parts. 2 Getting Started 2 Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this chapter and follow the instructions. 3 3 Basic Operations Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures. 4 4 Shooting Functions Explains the shooting-related functions
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14 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation. 1 Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera.
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1 Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and the names and functions of working parts before use. Checking the Contents of the Package ..............16 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ......17 How to Change Function Settings ......................30
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Before Using Your Camera 16 Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with your camera. Check that all accessories are included. 1 Hot shoe cover FK Body mount cover USB cable (Installed on camera) (Installed on camera) I-USB7 Strap Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger O-ST115 battery D-LI68 D-BC68P AC plug cord Software (CD-ROM) Operating Manual S-SW115 (this manual) Quick Guide Refer to p.228 for information on optional accessories.
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Before Using Your Camera 17 Names and Functions of the Working Parts Speaker Lens mount index (red dot) 1 AF assist light/ Built-in flash Self-timer lamp Strap lug Lens information Remote control contacts receiver CMOS sensor Card cover Microphones Hot shoe Remote control receiver Card access Strap lug lamp Battery cover Monitor HDMI terminal (Type D) Terminal cover Connection cable cover Tripod socket PC/AV terminal
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Before Using Your Camera 18 Capture Mode Here, you can learn which parts and how they work when shooting. The factory default setting of each part is explained here, but some parts have 1 multiple functions and work differently depending on the selected setting. 13 2 4 5 8 6 9 7 0 a b c d
