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Operating Manual
K-500
PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD.
2-35-7, Maeno-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8639, JAPAN
(http://www.pentax.jp)
PENTAX RICOH IMAGING 112 Quai de Bezons, B.P. 204, 95106 Argenteuil Cedex,
FRANCE S.A.S. FRANCE
(European Headquarters) (HQ - http://www.pentax.eu)
SLR Digital Camera
(France - http://www.pentax.fr)
PENTAX RICOH IMAGING Julius-Vosseler-Strasse 104, 22527 Hamburg,
DEUTSCHLAND GmbH GERMANY
(http://www.pentax.de)
PENTAX RICOH IMAGING PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley
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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX K-500 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 In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are DA, DA L, D FA and FA J lenses and lenses that have an s position on the aperture ring. To use any other lens or accessory, see p.54 a
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1 To users of this camera • Do not use or store this camera 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 camera’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 look at the sun or other strong light sources through the lens. Doing so may lead to a loss of eyesight or cause vision to be impaired. • If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC adapter, and contact your nearest PENTAX Service Center. Continued use can cause a fire or electrical shock. Caution • Do not place your finger over the flash when discharging the flash. You may burn yourself. • Do not c
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3 Caution • Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug cord be damaged, consult a PENTAX Service Center. • 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 breakdown. • Do not use the battery charg
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4 Caution • When using the AA battery holder D-BH109, four AA alkaline, AA lithium or AA Ni-MH batteries can be used. Do not use batteries other than those specified here. Using other types of batteries may cause the camera to function poorly, or the batteries may explode or cause a fire. • The batteries should be inserted correctly, observing (+) and (-) marks on the batteries. Inserting the batteries incorrectly may cause an explosion or fire. • When replacing the batteries, do not comb
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5 • 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 (SD Memory Card), etc. About the Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery and Battery Charger • To keep the battery in optimum
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6 • Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high performance. Storing Your Camera • Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow on the camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated place. • Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to static electricity or electrical interference. • Avoid using or storing the camera in direc
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7 About Eye-Fi Cards • An SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN ("Eye-Fi card") can be used with this camera. • Use of an access point and an Internet connection are required for transferring images via wireless LAN. For details, refer to the Eye-Fi website. (http://www.eye.fi) • Use Eye-Fi cards which have been updated to the newest firmware. • Set [Eye-Fi] to [Off], or do not use an Eye-Fi card in a location where the use of wireless LAN devices is restricted or prohibited, such as ai
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8 Memo
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9 Contents For Using Your Camera Safely ............................................................ 1 Care to be Taken During Handling ...................................................... 4 Contents............................................................................................... 9 Composition of the Operating Manual ............................................... 15 Before Using Your Camera 17 Checking the Contents of the Package......................................18 Names a
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10 Basic Operations 63 Basic Shooting Operation ...........................................................64 Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings.............................. 64 Using the Built-in Flash ...............................................................68 Setting the Flash Mode ...................................................................... 68 Using the Built-in Flash ...................................................................... 71 Reviewing Images ......
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11 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake...........................................................................................116 Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function..................... 116 Shooting with the Self-timer ............................................................. 118 Shooting with a Remote Control Unit (Optional) .............................. 120 Taking Pictures Continuously...................................................122 Continu
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12 Saving Frequently Used Settings .............................................168 Saving the Settings .......................................................................... 168 Checking the Saved USER Settings................................................ 171 Using Saved USER Settings............................................................ 171 Resetting to Default Settings ........................................................... 172 Playback Functions and Image Editing 173 How to
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13 Changing Additional Settings 203 How to Operate the Set-up Menu..............................................204 Set-up Menu Items........................................................................... 204 Camera Settings .........................................................................206 Setting the Sound Effects, Date and Time, and Display Language ......................................................................................... 206 Setting the Monitor and the Menu Dis
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14 Using the Flash 239 Using the Built-in Flash .............................................................240 Flash Characteristics in Each Exposure Mode ................................ 240 Using the Slow-speed Sync Flash ................................................... 240 Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash...................... 242 Using an External Flash (Optional)...........................................243 Using the P-TTL Auto Flash.................................
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15 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 the working parts. 2 2 Getting Started 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 basic operations for taking and playing back pictures. 4 4 Shooting Functions Explains shooting-related functi
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16 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. Indicates reference page numbers explaining a related operation. 1 Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera. In this manual, the arrow keys of the four-way controller are referred to in the following way.
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1 Before Using Your Camera Check the package contents and the names and functions of the working parts before use. Checking the Contents of the Package ..............18 Names and Functions of the Working Parts ......19 How to Change Function Settings ......................37
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Before Using Your Camera 18 Checking the Contents of the Package The following accessories are packaged with the camera. Check that all accessories are included. 1 Hot shoe cover FK Eyecup FR Body mount cover (installed on camera) (installed on camera) (installed on camera) Strap Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery charger * * O-ST132 battery D-LI109 D-BC109 AC plug cord USB cable Software (CD-ROM) I-USB7 S-SW133 Operating Manual (this manual) * The power supply set provided with this camera va
