SLR Digital Camera
Operating Manual
For optimum camera performance, please read the
Operating Manual before using the camera.
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FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY
We have paid close attention to the safety of this product. When using this product,
we request your special attention regarding items marked with the following
symbols.
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause
serious personal injuries.
Warning
This symbol indicates that violating this item could cause minor
Caution
or medium personal injuries, or material losses.
ABOUT THE CAMERA
Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the
camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera,
never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.
• Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Take care that small children do
not hang the strap over their necks.
• Do not look directly at the sun through the camera with a telephoto lens attached, as
viewing the sun may damage your eyes. Viewing the sun directly with a telephoto lens
may lead to a loss of eyesight.
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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. Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.
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.
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• 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 on a user's physical condition, some users may experience itching, break
out in a rash or suffer from eczema. If an abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue
using the camera and seek medical attention.
About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively developed for this
product, with the specified power and voltage. Using a battery charger or AC adapter
not exclusive to this product, or using the exclusive battery charger or AC adapter with
an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric shock, or camera
breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire or electrical shock.
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• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or other abnormality
occurs, immediately discontinue using and consult a PENTAX Service Center.
Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult a PENTAX Service Center.
Continuing to use the product can cause a fire or electrical shock.
• If thunderstorm should be present during use of the battery charger, unplug the power
cord and discontinue use. Continuing to use the product can cause damage to the
equipment, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the plug of the power cord if it should become covered with dust. This can
cause a fire.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL Certified power supply cord set, cord
is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18 AWG copper, one end with a molded-on
male attachment plug cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is
provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a specified IEC nonindustrial
type configuration) or the equivalent.
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 plug or unplug the power cord with wet hands. This can cause an electric
shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can cause equipment
breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger to charge batteries other than the rechargeable
lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Attempting to charge other types of batteries may cause
an explosion or heating, or may damage the battery charger.
About the Battery
Warning
• Be sure to store the battery out of the reach of small children. Placing in mouth may
cause an electrical shock.
• 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 camera. Use of other batteries may cause an
explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion
or leakage.
• The battery should be inserted correctly, observing (+) and (-) marks on the battery
and the camera. Not inserting battery correctly may cause an explosion or a fire.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes hot or begins to
smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the + and - contacts of the
battery. When storing a battery removed from the camera, be sure to attach the
provided protective cap to avoid shorting.
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• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can cause an explosion
or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin or clothes, wash the
affected areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI90 Battery Usage:
- USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F / 60°C).
About the SD Memory Card
Warning
• Be sure to store the SD Memory Card out of the reach of small children.
The SD Memory Card may be swallowed by mistake. Seek medical attention
immediately if a memory card is accidentally swallowed.
Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera
• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network 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). Pictures and sound 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 Battery and Charger
• Storing the battery fully charged may decrease the battery performance. Avoid storing
in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long time, the battery will
over-discharge and shorten the battery’s usage span.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed exclusively for the battery
charger D-BC90. Do not use it with other devices.
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your Camera
• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity. Do not leave the
camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get very high.
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• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or pressure. Use a cushion to
protect the camera from vibrations of motorcycles, automobiles, or ships.
• The temperature range for camera use is -10°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
• The monitor may appear black under high temperatures, but will return to normal as
temperatures normalize.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This is due to liquid
crystal properties, and is not a fault.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the inside and outside of
the camera. Place the camera in your bag or a plastic bag, removing the camera after
temperature of the camera and surroundings are equalized.
• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salts. These could
cause a camera breakdown. Wipe dry any rain or water drops on the camera.
• Please do not press forcefully on the monitor. This could cause breakage or
malfunction.
• Be careful not to over tighten the tripod screw when using a tripod.
Cleaning Your Camera
• Do not clean the product with organic solvents such as thinner or alcohol benzene.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or viewfinder. Never use a
spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please contact 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 on the camera. Remove from
the case and store in a dry and well-ventilated location.
Other Precautions
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to maintain high
performance.
Memory Card.
• Please note that deleting the data recorded on an SD Memory Card or formatting an
SD Memory Card using a camera or computer will not necessarily delete the data so
that they cannot be recovered using off the shelf data recovery software. Such data
should be handled and managed at your own risk.
Regarding Product Registration
In order to better serve you, we request that you complete the product registration,
which can be found on the CD-ROM supplied with the camera or on the PENTAX
website. Thank you for your cooperation.
Refer to the provided “Quick Guide” for more information.
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Contents
Viewfinder...........................................................................................31
Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time
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Shooting (Preview) .................................................................... 129
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Shooting while the Exposure is Automatically Changed (Exposure
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Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels and Quality Level
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Composition of the Operating Manual
This Operating Manual contains the following chapters.
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Explains camera characteristics, accessories and the names and functions of
various parts.
Explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to
read it and follow the instructions.
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Explains the procedures for taking and playing back pictures.
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Explains the shooting-related functions.
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Explains how to use the built-in flash and the external flash.
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Explains the procedures for configuring image processing and setting the file format.
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Explains the procedures for playing back, deleting, and protecting pictures.
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Explains the procedures for changing the image size, using image filters and
processing pictures taken in RAW format.
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Explains the procedures for changing the camera settings, such as the monitor
settings and the image file naming convention.
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10 Appendix
Explains troubleshooting, introduces optional accessories and provides various
resources.
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The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below.
Shows reference page number explaining a related operation.
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Shows useful information.
Shows precautions to take when operating the camera.
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Q Characteristics
• Features a 23.4×15.6 mm CMOS sensor with approximately 14.6 million
effective pixels for high precision and a wide dynamic range.
• Features Shake Reduction (SR), an image sensor shifting shake
reduction system. This enables you to capture sharp pictures with
minimal camera shake regardless of the lens type.
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• Features an AF sensor with 11 focusing points. The central 9 focusing
points are wide cross area sensors.
• Features a viewfinder similar to that of a conventional 35 mm camera,
with a magnification of approximately 0.9 and field of view of
approximately 100%, for easier manual focusing. Also features a
superimpose function in which the AF points on the viewfinder illuminate
red.
• Features a large 3.0-inch monitor with approximately 921,000 dots, a
wide viewing angle and brightness and color adjusting functions for
high-precision viewing performance.
• Features a Live View function for shooting while viewing the subject in
real-time on the monitor.
• Movies can be recorded by taking advantage of the camera lens
properties. The camera can also output composite and HDMI video so
that you can watch recorded images and movies on a TV or high-quality
monitor.
• A user-friendly design has been implemented in various parts of the
camera. The large text, high-contrast monitor and easy-to-use menus
make the camera easier to operate.
• The body exterior is magnesium alloy, and the dials, buttons, joints, and
retractable parts of the camera are dust-proof and water-resistant.
• Features Dust Removal function to shake the CMOS sensor and
remove the collected dust.
• Features Hyper-program and Hyper-manual modes that let you take
pictures with the intended exposure. Also features Sensitivity Priority
mode Kthat automatically adjusts aperture and shutter speed
according to the set sensitivity, and Shutter & Aperture Priority mode
Lthat automatically adjusts sensitivity according to the set aperture
and shutter speed.
• Features Digital Filter to internally process the image in the camera. You
can use digital filters such as Star Burst or Soft while taking pictures or
to process images after taking pictures.
• Features Custom Image which allows you to adjust settings while
previewing the edited image, enabling a wider range of expression.
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• Records in the versatile JPEG format or the high quality and fully
editable RAW format. You can also select JPEG+RAW and record in
both formats. Pictures taken in RAW format can be easily processed
internally by the camera.
• Features Custom Image and White Balance which allow you to readjust
images shot in JPEG format without affecting the image quality.
• Supports the optional Battery Grip D-BG4 with vertical shutter release
button. If a battery (D-LI90) is inserted in both the camera and grip, the
battery with more power is prioritized. This enables you to get the best
camera performance for an extended period. A menu item also allows
you to prioritize a battery and use its full power before switching to the
other battery.
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The captured area (view angle) will differ between the Q and 35 mm SLR
cameras even if the same lens is used because the format size for 35 mm film
and CMOS sensor are different.
Sizes for 35 mm film and CMOS sensor
35 mm film
: 36×24 mm
Q CMOS sensor : 23.4×15.6 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 Q. To obtain an angle
of view 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
150÷1.5=100
Use a 100 mm lens with the Q.
Inversely, multiply the focal length of the lens used with the Q by 1.5 to
determine the focal length for 35 mm cameras.
Example) If 300 mm lens is used with the Q
300×1.5=450
Focal length is equivalent to a 450 mm lens on a 35 mm camera.
Shake Reduction (SR)
Shake Reduction (SR) on the Q features a PENTAX original system
which uses magnetic force to move the image sensor at high speeds,
compensating camera shake.
The camera may generate some operating noise when it is shaken, such
as when changing the composition of a picture. It is not a malfunction.
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Checking the Contents of the
Package
The following accessories are packaged with your camera.
Check that all accessories are included.
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Hot shoe cover FK
Eyecup FR
ME viewfinder cap
(Installed on camera)
(Installed on camera)
Sync socket 2P cap
(Installed on camera)
Body mount cover
(Installed on camera)
Triangular ring and
protective cover
(Installed on camera)
USB cable
I-USB7
AV cable
I-AVC7
Strap
O-ST53
Rechargeable lithium-ion
battery D-LI90
Battery charger
D-BC90
AC plug cord
Software (CD-ROM)
S-SW90
Operating Manual
(this manual)
Quick Guide
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