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Digital Camera Operating Manual To ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 2
also. Regarding trademarks PENTAX, PENTAX Q and smc PENTAX are trademarks of HOYA Systems Incorporated. The DNG logo is either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems cases in this manual. This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image Matching enabled digital still cameras - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 3
due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock. • Do not aim the camera at the sun or other intense sources of light when taking pictures or leave the camera sitting in direct sunlight with the lens cap off. Doing so may cause the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 4
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 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 5
an explosion or fire. • Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may cause an explosion or leakage. • 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 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 6
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 battery a day before use or on the day of use is recommended. • The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 7
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 camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it in a dry and well-ventilated place. • Avoid using or storing the camera Setting - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 8
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. Refer to p.209 for details. Thank you for your cooperation. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 9
Storage Capacity and Playback Time (when Using a Fully Charged Battery 40 Using the AC Adapter (Optional 40 Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card 43 Attaching a Lens 45 Turning the Camera On and Off 47 Initial Settings 48 Setting the Display Language 48 Setting the Date and Time 50 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 10
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 59 Reviewing Exposure Modes 74 Setting the Exposure 75 Setting the Sensitivity 75 85 Focusing 86 Setting the Focus Method 86 Setting the Autofocus Method - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 11
Displaying the Preview 95 Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake 96 Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function 96 Shooting Color Space 123 Setting the White Balance 124 Adjusting the White Balance Manually 125 Fine-tuning the White Balance 127 Adjusting Brightness - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 12
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 148 Correcting Lens Distortion 149 Playback Functions 151 Playback - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 13
Display 190 Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory 195 Resetting the Menus 196 Checking the Camera Version Information 197 File Management Settings 198 Formatting an SD Memory Card 198 Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect 199 Changing the Naming System for Folders 200 Selecting - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 14
Cord 217 Appendix 219 Default Settings 220 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations...........226 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor 227 Removing Dust by Shaking the CMOS Sensor (Dust Removal) ..... 227 Optional Accessories 228 Error Messages 232 Troubleshooting 234 Main Specifications 237 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 15
9 Explains the general camera settings and file management settings such as the monitor display settings and the image folder naming system. 9 Connecting to a Computer 10 Explains how to connect the camera to a computer, and includes installation instructions and a general overview of the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 16
14 The symbols used in this Operating Manual are explained below. 1 Indicates reference page number explaining a related operation. Indicates useful information. Indicates precautions to take when operating the camera. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 17
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 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 18
cover FK (Installed on camera) Body mount cover (Installed on camera) USB cable I-USB7 Before Using Your Camera Strap O-ST115 Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI68 Battery charger D-BC68P AC plug cord Software (CD-ROM) S-SW115 Operating Manual (this manual) Quick Guide Refer to p.228 for - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 19
the Working 17 Parts Before Using Your Camera Speaker AF assist light/ Self-timer lamp Strap lug Remote control receiver Card cover Hot shoe Strap lug Battery cover Monitor Microphones Lens mount index (red dot) 1 Built-in flash Lens information contacts CMOS sensor Remote control receiver - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 20
Capture Mode Here, you can learn which parts and how they work when shooting. 1 The factory default setting of each part is explained here, but some parts have multiple functions and work differently depending on the selected setting. 1 3 Before Using Your Camera 2 4 5 8 6 7 9 0 a b c d - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 21
easily later on. (p.138) 5 Lens unlock button Press to detach a lens. (p.46) 6 Q button Switches to Playback mode. (p.61) 7 Flash pop-up switch Slide to pop up the built-in flash. (p.59) 8 Power switch Press to turn the camera on and off. (p.47) 19 9 mc button Press to set the EV compensation and - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 22
20 Playback Mode Here, you can learn which parts and how they work during playback. 1 1 2 Before Using Your Camera 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 0 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 23
settings, such as resetting the values. (p.62, p.144) 21 7 4 button Confirms the setting you selected in the menu or playback screen. 8 Four-way controller 1 (2345) Before Using Your Camera to Button Names In this Operating Manual, the buttons of the fourway controller are referred to in the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 24
be adjusted. (p.193) Before Using Your Camera Capture Mode While shooting, the current shooting function settings are displayed on the monitor. You can Mode (p.57) 3 Drive Mode (p.64) 4 White Balance (p.124) 5 Custom Image (p.131) 6 Interval Shooting (p.104)/ HDR Capture (p.130)/ Digital Filter (p. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 25
using Multi-exposure 13 Multi-exposure (p.107) 22 Face detection frame (when [Autofocus Method] is set to [Face Detection]) (p.87) 14 AF frame (p.55) Before Using Your Camera * Indicator 14 is displayed in white. When the subject is in focus, a green square frame is displayed instead. It turns - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 26
Pixels (p.109) 16 JPEG Quality (p.123) 17 Sound (p.109) 18 Current date and time (p.50) 19 Image storage capacity • Settings that cannot be changed due to the current camera setup cannot be selected. • If no operations are made within 30 seconds in the control panel, the standard display will - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 27
Camera 25 Playback Mode The camera switches the type of information displayed when you press the M button during playback. Standard display Captured image, file format and operation guide session. If [Playback Info Display] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.195) of the [A Rec. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 28
(23) to switch between "Brightness histogram" 1 and "RGB histogram". Before Using Your Camera 1 23 4 23 100-0001 4 23 100-0001 10 5 1/2000 F2.8 200 If [Bright/Dark Area] (p.154) of the [Q Playback 1] menu is set to O (On), bright (overexposed) portions blink red and dark (underexposed) - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 29
05/05/2011 10:30 AM ±0 30 31 Before Using Your Camera Movie 100-0001 10'10" 1/125 F8.0 125 G1A1 0.0 ±0 White Balance fine-tuning (p.127) 2 Capture Mode (p.69) 18 Highlight Correction (p.128) 3 Protect setting Flash Exposure Compensation (p.58) 26 Lens focal length 27 Digital Filter (p. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 30
Before Using Your Camera 28 Using the Histogram Number of pixels→ A histogram shows the the part to the right is cut off (bright (overexposed) portions with no detail). This camera can be set so that it displays the Bright/Dark Area warning during Capture or Playback mode. 1Playing Back Images - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 31
that color is too intense. 1Setting the White Balance (p.124) 1 Before Using Your Camera Guide Indicators The following indicators appear on the monitor by setting the power frequency in [Flicker Reduction] (p.184) of the [R Set-up 1] menu to that used in your region. • If the camera position - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 32
Before Using Your Camera 30 How to Change Function Settings Function settings can be changed using the direct keys, control panel or menus. 1 This section explains the basic ways to change function settings. Using the Direct Keys In Capture mode, you can set Sensitivity, White Balance, Flash Mode - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 33
2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select an item you want to change the setting for. You cannot select items that cannot be changed as a result of current camera settings. 3 Press the 4 button. The setup screen of the selected item appears. Custom Image Bright JPEG Quality [ 37] 4 Use - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 34
by turning the e-dial after selecting the item 1 you want to change in Step 2. Detailed settings such as parameters can be changed after pressing the 4 button. Before Using Your Camera Using the Menus This section explains how to use the following menus: [A Rec. Mode], [C Movie], [Q Playback - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 35
(23) 123 to select an item. HDR Capture Multi-exposure Interval Shooting D-Range Setting High-ISO NR Distortion Correction 1 MENU Exit Before Using Your Camera 4 Press the four-way controller (5). Available settings are displayed in the pop-up menu or submenu. 123 HDR Capture Multi - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 36
Camera • You can select whether to display the menu tab selected the last time first, or 1 to always display the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu first. (p.192) • Refer to the following pages for details on each menu. - [A Rec. Mode] menu 1 p.65 - [C Movie] Menu 1p.67 - [Q Playback] menu 1p.153 - [R Set - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 37
explains your first steps from purchasing the camera to taking pictures. Be sure to read this and follow the instructions. Attaching the Strap 36 Inserting the Battery 37 Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card .......... 43 Attaching a Lens 45 Turning the Camera On and Off 47 Initial Settings 48 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 38
36 Attaching the Strap 1 Pass the end of the strap through the strap lug, then secure it on the inside of the clasp. 2 2 Attach the other end of the strap in the same manner as described above. Getting Started - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 39
Inserting the Battery 37 Getting Started Insert the battery into the camera. Use the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI68 exclusively developed for the PENTAX Q. Charging the Battery 2 When using the battery for the first time, or when the battery has not been used in a long time, or when [ - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 40
the battery with a new one in the following cases: 2 - If the indicator lamp blinks or may have reached the end of its service life) The maximum charging time is approximately out of the camera for long periods of time. If this occurs, follow the procedure described in "Setting the Date and - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 41
the battery with the 2 mark facing toward the lens. To remove the battery, push the battery lock Battery is full. Battery is close to full. Battery is running low. Battery is almost empty. The camera turns off after displaying the message. y or z (Red) may appear even when the battery level is sufficient - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 42
temporarily decreases as the temperature decreases. When using the camera in cold climates, have extra batteries at hand and AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting the camera to a computer or AV device. 1 Make sure that the camera is turned - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 43
3 Pull down the connection cable cover (1) on the bottom side of the battery chamber, and insert the DC coupler into the battery chamber. To remove the DC coupler, push the battery lock lever in the direction of the arrow (2) with your finger. Remove the DC coupler when it pops out slightly. 4 Close - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 44
plug cord into the power outlet. • Make sure the camera is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the AC adapter. the AC 2 adapter is in use. Be careful as you will not be able to set the camera upright on a table, etc. • After removing the DC coupler, return the connection cable cover - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 45
as SD Memory Cards hereafter.) Make sure the camera is turned off before inserting or removing the SD camera will turn off. Do not open the cover while the camera is in use. • Use this camera writing may stop during recording. 1 Make sure that the camera is turned off. 2 Slide the card cover in the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 46
44 Push the SD Memory Card in once to remove. Getting Started 2 4 Close the card cover, and then slide it in the direction of the arrow (3→4). 4 3 For details on the approximate number of images that can be recorded on an SD Memory Card, refer to "Approximate Image Storage Capacity" (p.242). - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 47
it. • Do not insert any fingers into the camera mount or touch the CMOS sensor. • The camera body and lens mount incorporate lens information contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion may damage the electrical system. Please contact a PENTAX Service Center for professional cleaning. • We assume no - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 48
cap by pushing the indicated portions inward. 2 To remove the lens, attach the lens cap first, hold down the lens unlock button (4), and turn the lens counterclockwise. 4 If the lens is removed while the power is on, the monitor will turn off, and the shutter release button will be locked. Do not - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 49
period of time (Auto Power Off). By default, the camera is set to turn off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity. You can change the setting in [Auto Power Off] of the [R Set-up 2] menu. (p.190) • To turn the camera on in the playback mode, press the power switch while holding down the Q button - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 50
current 2 date and time. Once these settings are made, you will not need to set them again the MENU Cancel OK OK next time you turn on your camera. If the [Date Adjustment] screen appears, set the date and time by following the procedure in "Setting the Date and Time" (p.50). Date Adjustment - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 51
[DST] (daylight saving time), and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. 6 Press the four-way controller (3) to select [Settings complete], and press the 4 button. The [Date Adjustment] screen appears. Initial - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 52
. Time 00:00 Choose [mm/dd/yy], [dd/mm/yy] or [yy/ Settings complete mm/dd]. MENU Cancel OK OK 2 Press the four-way controller (5), and use to set the month. Date Format mm/dd/yy 24h Set the day and year in the same manner. Next, set the time. If you select [12h] in Step 2, the camera - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 53
return to the [R Set-up 1] menu. In this case, press the 3 button. OK OK 2 Getting Started Pressing the 3 button while setting the date and time cancels the settings made up to that point and switches the camera to Capture mode. After initial settings are complete, if the camera power is turned - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 54
52 Memo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 55
dial to n (Auto Picture) to have the camera select the optimum settings based on the subject. For information about advanced functions and settings for taking pictures, refer to chapter 4 and onward. Basic Shooting Operation 54 Using a Zoom Lens 56 Using the Built-in Flash 57 Reviewing Images 61 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 56
modes, focus modes, and drive modes. This section explains how to take pictures by simply pressing the shutter release button. 3 1 Set the mode dial to n. The camera will select the optimal capture mode for the subject. 1Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode (p.69) 2 View the subject on the monitor - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 57
. (p.155) You can delete the image during Instant Review by pressing the d/i button. 1Deleting a Single Image (p.62) • The shutter sound and the beep that sounds when the image is focused can be turned off. (p.186) • You can set the camera so that pressing the d/i button will focus automatically - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 58
wider area (wide angle) with a zoom lens. Adjust the subject to the desired size and take pictures. 1 Turn the zoom ring to the right or left. The angle of view changes. 3 The following functions can be set on the camera depending on the lens being used. - Setting whether to use the ND filter built - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 59
on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting. (p.213)) For details on the built-in flash and instructions on how to take pictures with an external flash, refer to "Using the Flash" (p.211). 3 Setting the Flash Mode Flash Mode Function C Auto Flash Discharge The camera - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 60
Auto Flash Discharge The camera is ready to take a picture. 0.0 MENU Cancel OK OK Compensating Flash Output You can change the flash output in a range of -2.0 to +1.0. The following flash compensation values can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV depending on the lens being used. Step - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 61
(-) side may have no effect if the subject is too close, the aperture is set to a large opening, or sensitivity is high. • The flash output compensation is also effective for external flash units which support P-TTL auto flash mode. Basic Operations Shooting with the Flash 1 Select a flash mode - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 62
retracted, which may cause 3 vignetting to occur depending on the lens being used. Vignetting may also occur at other times depending on the flash discharge while it is retracted, set [10. Flash When Retracted] (p.68) to [Do Not Discharge Flash] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu. • You cannot take - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 63
Reviewing Images 61 Basic Operations Playing Back Images You can play back captured images with the camera. 1 Press the Q button. The camera pressing the mc button during Instant Review or playback. If the image was shot using any of the following settings, the corresponding image listed is - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 64
62 Deleting a Single Image You can delete images one by one. • Deleted images cannot be restored. • Protected images cannot be deleted. (p.199) 1 Press the Q button, and use the four-way controller (45) to select an image to delete. 3 2 Press the d/i button. The delete confirmation screen appears. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 65
Functions This chapter describes the various basic and advanced shooting functions available with this camera. How to Operate the Shooting Functions 64 Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode .......... 69 Setting the Exposure 75 Focusing 86 Checking the Depth of Field (Preview 94 Using the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 66
4 Press the four-way controller (2345) in Capture mode to set the following items. Shooting Functions Key Item 2 Sensitivity 3 White Balance 4 Flash Mode 5 Drive Mode Function Sets the ISO sensitivity. Adjusts the color balance to match the type of the light source illuminating the subject - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 67
Rec. Mode 1] menu. Shooting Functions Menu Item Function Page Custom Image *1 Sets the image finishing tone such as color and contrast before Sets the quality of images saved in JPEG format. A1 Color Space Sets the color space to use. Focus Method *1 Selects the autofocus or manual - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 68
to lens properties. p.149 Shooting Functions Quick Dial Assigns functions to the quick dial. p.138 Green Button Assigns functions to the d/i button. p.144 LCD View Options Sets the monitor display in Capture mode. p.191 A3 Instant Review Sets the Instant Review display settings. p.192 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 69
the [C Movie 1] menu. Menu Item Function Page Recorded Pixels *1 Sets the number of recorded pixels or size of the movie. Sound *1 C1 Exposure Setting Sets whether to record sound together with movies. p.109 Sets whether to set the exposure manually. Movie SR *1 Activates the Movie SR - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 70
as well. p.97 5. WB When Using Sets the white balance setting when using Flash flash. p.125 6. AWB in Tungsten Light Sets whether to adjust the tungsten light color tone when the white balance is set to F (Auto White Balance). - 7. AF Release Options Sets the action priority for when the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 71
settings suited for your photographic vision. In this manual, the capture modes are referred to as follows. Capture Mode Mode Page n (Auto Picture) mode The camera ) mode Records a movie. p.111 1 Turn the mode dial to set the desired capture mode on the mode dial to the dial indicator. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 72
70 • Set the guide display time in [Guide Display] of the [R Set-up 1] menu. (p.191) • The scene mode selection screen appears when the mode dial is set to H (p.72) Shooting Functions Auto Picture Modes When set to n (Auto Picture) mode, the camera automatically selects the optimal mode from the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 73
71 Scene Modes Shooting Functions By setting the mode dial to H (Scene), you can choose from the as dusk or at night. . Night Scene Portrait Even though the flash is used, the camera will use slow shutter speeds so the background areas beyond the flash reach will also appear correctly - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 74
mode is fixed to a (Flash Off) in K, d, A, Z, p, y, U, n 4 and E. To prevent camera shake, either set [Shake Reduction] to k (On) or mount the camera on a tripod. Shooting Functions Selecting a Scene Mode 1 Set the mode dial to H. The camera switches to the H mode, and the scene mode selection - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 75
into a single image. This can produce a more noticeable blur effect that was difficult to achieve with conventional compact cameras. In u mode, images are captured using the following settings: - Exposure control Open aperture priority - Sensitivity Fixed to AUTO - File Format Fixed to JPEG - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 76
camera while taking a picture. • If holding the camera by hand while shooting, set [Shake Reduction] to k (On). • The function may not work as effectively as expected if a lens other than an AF lens c Aperture Priority a Manual Characteristics Automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 77
value. 4 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. • When the capture mode is set to Z (Night Scene HDR)/l (Night Snap set to a (Manual), [ISO AUTO] is not displayed. When the sensitivity is set to AUTO and the mode dial is set to a, the sensitivity is fixed to the last set - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 78
Exposure Mode This camera features the following four exposure modes. The settings available for each exposure mode are as follows. z: Available #: Restricted ×: Not available Exposure Mode EV Compensation e Program z b Shutter Priority z c Aperture Priority z a Manual × Change Shutter - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 79
adjusted by this operation in e/b/c mode. (p.80) • A proper exposure may not be obtained with the selected shutter speed and aperture value when the sensitivity is set to the fixed value (p.75). • Use an optional ND (Neutral Density) filter if the subject is too bright. Use a flash if it is too - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 80
time exceeds 32 seconds. • Use a sturdy tripod to prevent camera shake during Bulb shooting. • The upper sensitivity limit for Bulb shooting is ISO 1600. • We recommend using the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) when shooting with a long exposure setting as the battery drain is high during Bulb - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 81
between -3 and +3 depending on the lens being used. Step Interval 1/3 EV 1/2 EV Exposure Setting Value ±0.3, ±0.7, ±1.0, ±1.3, ±1.7, not available when the capture mode is set to a (Manual). • The set compensation value is not canceled by turning the camera off or by switching to another capture - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 82
to \ (Moving Object)/Z (Night Scene HDR)/Z (Pet)/R (Kids)/p (HDR) of H (Scene) mode - when the shutter speed is set to h - when HDR Capture is set • Exposure Bracketing cannot be used with Interval Shooting or Multiexposure at the same time. (The function selected last is used.) 1 Press the four - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 83
set to i (Remote Continuous Shooting). 4 4 Press the four-way controller (3), and turn the e-dial to set the bracket value. The bracket value can be set in increments of 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV depending on the lens Rec. Mode 3] menu (p.144).) 5 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 84
and is used for subsequent images. • Switch to a mode other than l or c in the Drive Mode setting screen to cancel Exposure Bracketing. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off if [Drive Mode] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.195) of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. • You can combine Exposure - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 85
Set the exposure, and press the d/i button. The camera lens is changed • AE Lock is not available when the shutter speed is set set [1. AE-L with AF Locked] (p.68) of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu to [Off]. • When the shutter speed or aperture value is changed while AE Lock is engaged in a (Manual - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 86
. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) AE Metering to select a metering method, and Multi-segment press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. MENU Cancel OK OK • You can also change the setting from the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. • In [2. Link AE to AF Point] (p.68) of the [A Custom - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 87
MENU Cancel OK OK Auto Low/High Applies Noise Reduction at optimally calculated levels throughout ISO range. (default setting) Applies Noise Reduction at constant chosen level throughout ISO range. 3 Press the 3 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. The card access lamp blinks and the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 88
method, and press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. MENU Cancel OK OK Refer to "Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings" (p.54) for information on how to take pictures in = mode. Refer to "Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)" (p.92) for information on how to - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 89
halfway. The shutter is released by pressing the shutter release button fully even if the subject is not in focus. Sets the focusing area to the desired area. (default setting) F AF Select The sensor is divided into 25 areas (5 horizontal by 5 vertical), (25 Points) and you can select a wider or - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 90
Method to select an autofocus method, AF Select (25 Points) and press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. MENU Cancel OK OK • You can also change the setting from the [Focus Settings] (p.65) of the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu. • [Autofocus Method] is fixed to D when the capture - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 91
the Desired Focusing Area You can set the position and range of the autofocusing area (AF area). 1 Select [AF Select (25 Points)] or [Select] in Step 3 on p.88, and press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. 2 Press the M button twice. The camera is ready to take a picture - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 92
the d/i Button You can set the camera to perform focusing by pressing the d/i button. Use this setting when the autofocus by pressing button and the camera is ready to take a picture. 4 While viewing the subject on the monitor, press the d/i button. The autofocus system operates. When Enable - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 93
focus on the subject. In this case, focus the camera on the subject in the focusing area, lock the focus at that position (Focus Lock), and then recompose your picture. 1 Set [Focus Method] to =. Refer to "Setting the Focus Method" (p.86) for details. 2 Set [Autofocus Method] to [AF Select (25 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 94
Lighting) of H (Scene) mode. In such cases, the autofocus continues to focus on the subject until the shutter is released (Continuous Autofocus). 4 Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) Manually adjust the focus. 1 Set [Focus Method] to \. Refer to "Setting the Focus Method" (p.86) for details - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 95
press the 4 4 button. The magnification can be changed with the e-dial while the image is enlarged. 4 Press the 3 button twice. MF Assist is set and the camera is ready to take a picture. 5 Turn the focusing ring, or press the 4 button. The image on the monitor is enlarged. 6 Check that the subject - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 96
Functions You can check the depth of field by stopping down the aperture of the lens to the actually set value. Assigning the Preview Function to the Green Button First, assign the Preview function to Preview function is assigned to the d/i button and the camera is ready to take a picture. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 97
95 Displaying the Preview 1 View the subject on the monitor, and press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. 2 Press the d/i button. You can check the depth of field on the monitor while the d/i button is pressed. 4 3 Take your finger off the d/i button. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 98
dimly lit locations, such as indoors, at night, 4 on cloudy days and in the shade - When taking telephoto pictures • The Shake panning or shooting night scenes. In this case, it is recommended to turn off the Shake Reduction function and use the camera with a tripod. 1 Press the M button - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 99
using the camera with a tripod. • You can also change the setting from the camera or restoring from Auto Power Off. Wait for the Shake Reduction function to work stably and properly, and then press the shutter button gently. • The Shake Reduction function is available with any PENTAX Q-mount lens - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 100
the capture mode is set to \ (Moving Object)/Z (Pet)/R (Kids) of H (Scene) mode. Shooting Functions 1 4 Mount the camera onto a tripod. 2 Self-timer (12 sec.) The camera is ready to take a picture. MENU Cancel OK OK 5 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 101
is pressed. Shooting Functions • Select a mode other than g or Z in the Drive Mode setting screen to cancel the self-timer shooting. The setting is canceled when the camera is turned off 4 if [Drive Mode] is set to P (Off) in [Memory] (p.195) of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu. • The Shake Reduction - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 102
HDR)/ Z (Pet)/R (Kids)/p (HDR) of H (Scene) mode - when the shutter speed is set to h - when HDR Capture is set 1 Mount the camera onto a tripod. 2 Press the four-way controller (5) in Capture mode. The Drive Mode setting screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to select h. 4 Press the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 103
Reduction function is automatically turned off when h, i or i is set. • The remote control shooting may not be available in backlit conditions. • The Remote Control F can send a remote control signal about 30,000 times. Contact a PENTAX Service Center to replace the battery (this will involve a fee - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 104
available in the following situations. - when the capture mode is set to Z (Night Scene HDR) or p (HDR) of H (Scene) mode - when the shutter speed is set to h - when HDR Capture is set • You cannot save additional RAW images during Instant Review or playback when g or h is selected. • The number of - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 105
Hi) The camera is ready to take pictures continuously. MENU Cancel OK OK 4 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. 5 is complete when using the built-in flash. You can set the camera to enable the shutter release before the built-in flash is ready in [11 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 106
to C (Movie) or u (Blur Control) mode, or Z (Night Scene HDR)/w (Quick Macro)/p (HDR) of H (Scene) mode - when the shutter speed is set to h - when Digital Filter is set • Interval Shooting cannot be used with Exposure Bracketing or Multiexposure at the same time. (The function selected last is used - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 107
[Start Shooting], and press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a series of interval pictures. 11 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. 12 Press the shutter release button fully. When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], the first picture is taken. When - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 108
used regardless of the current drive mode setting. • Although each shot taken is displayed on the monitor with Instant Review, they cannot be enlarged or deleted. • If the Auto Power Off function turns the camera off before starting Interval Shooting, the camera automatically turns on again when the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 109
when [File Format] is set to [RAW] or [RAW+] - when the capture mode is set to C (Movie) or mode - when Digital Filter or HDR Capture is set • Multi-exposure cannot be used with Exposure controller (45) to select O or P. When set to O (On), the exposure is adjusted automatically according - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 110
each time the shutter release button is pressed. Press the d/i button during Instant Review to discard pictures taken up to that point and take pictures again from the first frame. The pictures are saved when the set number of shots is taken, and then the screen in Step 3 appears again. If any - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 111
109 Shooting Functions In this camera, you can record movies with the following format. • Frame rate • Sound • File format 30 fps Monaural MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Changing the Settings for Movie Recording Settings for recording movies can be changed in the [C Movie] menu. 1 Set the mode dial to - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 112
Auto] or [Manual], and press the 4 button. 4 Auto Takes pictures with auto exposure. (default setting) Manual Allows you to set the shutter speed Functions k Uses Shake Reduction. (default setting) l Does not use Shake Reduction. 9 Press the 3 button. The camera is ready to record a movie. [ - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 113
Rec. Mode 3] menu (p.144). Resets the exposure setting when [Exposure Setting] is set to [Manual] (if [Green Button] is assigned to the d/i button). 3 Press the shutter release button halfway. The autofocus system operates. When [Focus Method] is set to \, turn the focusing ring until the subject - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 114
tripod and do not operate the camera while recording. • When recording a movie, regardless of the focus method setting, recording starts when the shutter release button is pressed fully even if the subject is not in focus. • While recording a movie, the autofocus system does not operate. • The flash - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 115
varies depending on [Interval]. Select whether to take the first picture now or at a set time. Start Interval Selecting [Now] starts recording immediately. When [Set Time] is selected, set [Start Time]. Start Time Set the time at which to start shooting. 4 This mode is available only when the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 116
set the time. Press the four-way controller (5) to finish the setting or [Set Time], set the time. Press the four-way controller (5) to finish the setting system operates. 12 Press the shutter release button fully. When [Start Interval] is set to [Now], a picture is taken immediately, Instant Review - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 117
• When recording with Interval Movie, use the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) or install a fully charged battery. If the battery is not sufficiently charged, it may become depleted during recording and cause recording of the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 118
116 • You can use the optional AV cable I-AVC7 or a commercially available HDMI cable to play back recorded movies on a TV screen or other AV devices. (p.168) • QuickTime is required to play back movies transferred to a computer. (p.204) Shooting Functions Capturing a Still Picture from a Movie - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 119
117 Editing Movies Movies can be divided and unwanted segments can be deleted. Shooting Functions 1 In Playback mode, use the four-way controller (45) to select a movie to edit. The first frame of the movie is displayed on the monitor. 2 Press the four-way controller (3). The playback mode - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 120
118 5 Press the d/i button. The screen to select segment(s) to delete is displayed. 6 Use the four-way controller (45) to move the selection frame, and press the 4 button. The segment(s) to delete are specified. Press the 4 button again to cancel the selection. 00'00" 00'00" Select segments for - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 121
5 Shooting Settings This chapter describes image file formats and camera operating settings in capture mode. Setting a File Format 120 Setting the White Balance 124 Adjusting Brightness 128 Setting the Image Finishing Tone 131 Setting the Green Button and E-dial Functions 144 Setting the Lens - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 122
Color Space 5 Space], and press the four-way controller (5). MENU Refer to p.121 - p.123 for details about the settings. 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to change the settings, and press the 4 button. 4 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 123
purpose DNG (Digital Negative) format designed by Adobe Systems. Effects of White Balance, Custom Image and Color Space are not applied to Format] setting. Aspect Ratio Select the horizontal and vertical ratio of images from K, J, I (default setting) or L. The aspect ratio of the camera monitor is - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 124
) J 5 a 3456×2304 f 2688×1792 i 1920×1280 E 4000×3000 (default setting) k 3456×2592 I f 2688×2016 h 1920×1440 k 2992×2992 (default setting) P 2592×2592 L g 2016×2016 i 1440×1440 Shooting Settings • The more pixels there are, the bigger the file size. The file size will - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 125
AdobeRGB Covers a wider range of color than sRGB and is used for commercial uses such as industrial printing. The file naming system changes depending on the color space setting as shown below. For sRGB: IMGPxxxx.JPG For AdobeRGB: _IGPxxxx.JPG "xxxx" indicates the file number and is displayed as - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 126
adjust the white K Manual balance according to the lighting when - taking pictures. *1 The color temperatures (K) shown above are all estimates. These do not indicate precise colors. *2 CTE = Color Temperature Enhancement The white balance is fixed to F when the capture mode is set to n (Auto - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 127
WB When Using Flash] (p.68) of the [A Custom Setting 1] menu. Shooting Settings Adjusting the White Balance Manually You can adjust the white balance depending on the light source when taking pictures. With the manual white balance, the camera can store delicate shades that cannot be precisely - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 128
sheet of paper on the monitor, or select a white area as the subject. 3 Press the shutter release button fully. Set [Focus Method] to \ when the shutter cannot be released. Adjust the white balance as necessary. (p.127) 4 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. • No image is - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 129
adjustment value. (Available only when [Green Button] is assigned to the d/i button in [Green Button] of the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu (p.144).) 4 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the White Balance setting screen. 5 Press the 4 button. The camera is ready to take a picture. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 130
Correction to select [Auto], [On] or [Off], and Auto press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. MENU Cancel OK OK • When [Highlight Correction] is set to [On], the minimum sensitivity is set to ISO 250. • The selectable items are limited in the following shooting modes - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 131
controller (45) Shadow Correction to select [Auto], [On] or [Off], and Auto 5 press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. Shooting Settings MENU Cancel OK OK You can also set Highlight Correction and Shadow Correction in [D-Range Setting] (p.66) of the [A Rec. Mode 2] menu. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 132
are taken. If there is a great difference between the three images due to camera movement, the message [The operation could not be completed correctly] appears, and the image will not be saved. Shooting Settings 1 Press the M button in Capture mode. The control panel appears. 2 Use the four - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 133
finishing tone. Image Tone Image Bright Saturation, hue, and contrast will be rather high to create a bright sharp image. (default setting) Natural Creates a natural look that is close to the actual color. Portrait Landscape Reproduces a healthy and bright skin tone. Increases color - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 134
. 5 The screen to select a parameter appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a parameter you want to change. Saturation Shooting Settings MENU Cancel OK OK The following parameters can be changed according to the selected image finishing tone. I Image Tone Parameter Saturation - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 135
processed image as a favorite in advance through the playback mode palette. (p.134) Shooting Settings 6 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the settings. The background image changes according to the settings. You can check the saturation and hue with the radar chart. Available operations - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 136
134 8 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. You can also change the settings from the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.65). Shooting Settings Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured Image The outcome of cross processing varies each time a picture is taken. If you take a - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 137
Settings You can apply a filter effect when taking pictures. The following filters can be selected. Filter Name Effect Parameter Toy Camera For taking pictures that look as if taken with a toy camera of the image black and white. Extracted Color 1: as though it was painted. Lessens the tone of - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 138
any images before pressing the 4 button, the last image taken is displayed in the background. 3 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select a filter. Toy Camera Shooting Settings 4 Press the mc button. The parameter setting screen appears. Parameter Adj. MENU Cancel OK OK - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 139
four-way controller (45) to adjust the parameter's value. 137 Blur MENU Cancel OK OK 6 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. • You can also change the settings from the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.65). • Select [Not use any filters] in Step 3 to finish shooting with digital - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 140
the Quick Dial You can save frequently used functions to the quick dial to easily load and use the desired settings when taking pictures. Save up to four settings to each of the following functions. • Smart Effect (p.140) • Custom Image (p.131) • Digital Filter (p.135) • Aspect Ratio (p.121) You - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 141
such as ones made through the menus. 5 1 In Capture mode, turn the quick dial to select the position 1 to 4. The saved setting is loaded, and the camera is ready to take a picture. Shooting Settings 2 Take the picture. 3 After taking pictures, return the quick dial to the position 0. The - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 142
button. The screen for making detailed Smart Effect settings appears. 4 Use the four-way controller (2345) to choose an effect. Brilliant Color Shooting Settings MENU Cancel OK OK 5 Press the 4 button. The camera returns to the screen for setting the quick dial function. 6 Repeat Steps 2 to - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 143
1 Turn the quick dial to select the position 1 to 4. The Smart Effect settings are loaded, and the camera is ready to take a picture. 2 Press the four-way controller (3) to change the settings. The parameter setting screen appears. 3 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the parameters - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 144
142 Saving the Camera Settings You can save the current camera settings and retrieve them later on by the quick dial operation. 1 Set necessary settings. 2 Select from USER 1 to 3 in Step 4 USER 1 on p.140. USER 1 Shooting Settings USER Mode Manager MENU Cancel OK OK 3 5 Press the d/i button. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 145
If you take an image that you like, you can save the image along with the settings used in that image to make it even easier to take pictures. 1 Select from USER 1 to 3 for which settings were saved on the screen in Step 2 on p.142. 2 Press the d/i button. The save confirmation screen - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 146
the file format. Simultaneously saves an One Push File Format image in both JPEG and RAW formats, regardless of the [File Format] setting. You can set whether to apply the setting to only one image or not, and select the file format when the 5 AE Lock d/i button is pressed. (p.145) The exposure - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 147
is pressed - the mode dial is turned 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to choose a file format. The left side is the [File Format] (p.121) setting and the right side is the file format when the d/i button is pressed. 4 Press the four-way controller (5), use the four-way controller Green Button - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 148
Cancel OK OK P SHIFT Automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture value to obtain a proper exposure (Program shift). (default setting) b Sets the shutter speed. c Sets the aperture value. OFF Disables the e-dial operation when turned in e mode. 4 Press the 3 button twice. The screen - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 149
function of the d/i button when the capture mode is set to a (Manual) mode. Shooting Settings 1 Select [Green Button] in Step 2 on p.144 press the Action in M Mode AvSHIFT 4 button. E-dial in Program OFF Sets the aperture and 5 shutter speed to the Program Line exposure MENU Cancel OK - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 150
the four-way controller (45) ND Filter to select [Off] or [On], and press Off the 4 button. The camera returns to the control panel. MENU Cancel OK OK • You can also change the setting from the [A Rec. Mode 1] menu (p.65). • This function is fixed to [Off] when an ND filter is not - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 151
149 Correcting Lens Distortion Reduces lens distortions occurring due to lens properties. 1 Select [Distortion Correction] in the [A Rec. menu appears again. Shooting Settings The effects of the Distortion Correction function may be barely noticeable in some cases depending on the shooting - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 152
150 Memo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 153
6 Playback Functions This chapter describes how to use the various playback functions. Playback Functions Operation 152 Setting the Playback Display Method 154 Enlarging Images 155 Displaying Multiple Images 156 Playing Back Images Continuously 162 Displaying Rotated Images 164 Deleting - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 154
Exit OK OK Item s Image Rotation *1 Function Displays the rotated image. Page p.164 D Digital Filter *1 Changes the color tone of images, adds softening . p.163 s Save Cross Processing h RAW Development *1 Saves the settings for an image captured in Cross Processing mode in Custom Image to - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 155
be performed when a RAW image is displayed. *3 This can be performed only when a movie is displayed. Page p.117 p.159 p.201 153 Playback Menu Items You can perform the following settings in the [Q Playback] menu. Press the 3 button in Playback mode to display the [Q Playback 1] menu. Menu - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 156
OK OK 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Bright/Dark 6 Area], and use the four-way controller (45) to select O or P. When set to O, bright portions blink red and dark portions blink yellow. 4 Press the 3 button. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 157
the side). Switches information display On/Off. • You can enlarge the image by following the same procedure during Instant Review (p.55). (M button is not available.) • The default setting for the first click (minimum magnification) is 1 times. You can change this in [Quick Zoom] of the [Q Playback - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 158
Playback Functions Multi-image Display Screen You can display 4, 9, 20, 42 or 90 thumbnail images on the monitor at the same time. The default setting is nine image-display. 1 Turn the e-dial to the left (toward f) in Playback mode. The multi-image display screen appears. Up to nine thumbnail - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 159
157 Displaying Images by Folder Images will be grouped and displayed by folder in which they are saved. 1 In the multi-image display screen, turn the e-dial to the left (toward f) again. The folder display screen appears. The number of images saved in the selected folder appears at the top right - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 160
-image display screen, press the M button. The [Multi-img Display Setting] screen appears. 2 Press the M button again. The calendar display screen . Turn to the left (f) to return to the calendar display. The camera returns to the multi-image display screen. Deletes selected images. 3 Press the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 161
the selected image (when the selection frame is placed on the left or right image). M button Switches information display On/Off. 4 Press the 3 button. The camera returns to the normal Playback mode. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 162
the displayed index print as a new image. You can have the camera select the images to include or you can select the images to include controller (2345) to select p (Index), and press the 4 button. The Index setting screen appears. 3 Press the four-way controller (5), use the four-way controller 6 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 163
color, and press the 4 button. You can select a white or black background. 8 Use the four-way controller (23) to from all of the images saved. w Manual Individually select images you want to include in the index image is saved, the camera returns to Playback mode and the index image is displayed. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 164
Playing Back Images Continuously You can play back all images saved on your SD Memory Card successively in the slideshow. Setting the Slideshow Display Sets how images will be displayed during Slideshow. 1 Select [Slideshow] in the [Q Playback 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 165
switches to normal Playback mode. *2 After slideshow ends, the camera switches to Capture mode. For movies, only the first frame is displayed and then the next image is displayed after the set interval has elapsed. To play a movie during a slideshow, press the 4 button while the first frame is - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 166
164 Displaying Rotated Images You can change the rotation information of an image and save it. Images with changed image rotation information are displayed at the changed orientation during playback. • You cannot change the rotation information of the following images. - Protected images - Images - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 167
6 The screen to select images to delete is displayed. The screen temporarily changes to 42-image display when [Multi-img Display Setting] (p.156) is set to 90-image display. 3 Select the images to delete. Playback Functions Available operations MENU Delete OK Four-way controller Moves the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 168
166 4 Press the d/i button. The delete confirmation screen appears. 5 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Select & Delete], and press the 4 button. The selected images are deleted. Playback Functions Deleting a Folder You can delete a selected folder and all the images in it. 1 Turn the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 169
167 Deleting All Images You can delete all saved images at once. 1 Select [Delete All Images] in the [Q Playback 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The confirmation screen for deleting all images is displayed. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Delete All Images], and press - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 170
terminals, check the operating manual of the AV device, and select a suitable video input terminal for connecting the camera. • You cannot output the camera continuously for a long period, use of the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) is recommended. (p.40) Playback Functions Connecting the Camera - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 171
camera information is displayed on the screen of the connected AV device. When using the video output, images/movies are output at normal resolution regardless of the resolution supported by the AV device. To output HD video, use the HDMI output or transfer to and play back on a computer. Setting - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 172
Format By default, the maximum resolution is automatically selected to suit the AV device and camera. However, if it fails to play back images/movies properly, change the setting. 1 Select [HDMI Out] in the [R Set-up 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). 2 Use the four-way controller (23 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 173
7 Editing Images This chapter describes how to edit the captured images. Changing the Image Size 172 Processing Images 174 Developing RAW Images 180 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 174
the number of recorded pixels, and saves the image as a new file. • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be resized. • Images already resized to S or Z with this camera cannot be resized. 1 Select an image to resize in Playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3). The playback - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 175
and saves it as a new image. The aspect ratio can also be changed. • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be cropped. • Images already resized to S or Z with this camera cannot be cropped. 1 Select an image to crop in Playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3). The playback - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 176
Blue/ Monochrome image such as a black-and- Infrared Filter white photo. Toning (B-A): 7 levels Creates an image that Shading Level: Low/Medium/High Toy Camera looks as though it was shot Blur Intensity: Low/Medium/High as though it was painted. Saturation: OFF/Low/Medium/High Editing Images - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 177
eye Creates an image that looks as though it was shot Low/Medium/High with a fish-eye lens. Retro Toning (B-A): 7 levels Creates an image with the look of an old photo. Frame Sharpness: -3 to +3 Only JPEG and RAW images captured with this camera can be edited using the Digital Filter. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 178
176 1 Select an image for applying the digital filter in Playback mode, and press the four-way controller (3). The playback mode palette appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (2345) to select D (Digital Filter), and press the 4 button. The screen to select a filter appears. 3 Use the four-way - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 179
filters, including a digital filter used during shooting (p.135), can be combined to the same image. Editing Images Recreating Filter Effects Retrieves the setting of an image with filter effects and apply the same filter effects to other images. 1 Select a filter-processed image in Playback mode - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 180
178 5 Press the 4 button. The image selection screen appears. 6 Use the e-dial to select an image for applying the same filter effects, and press the 4 button. 100-0001 Performs digital filter processing to this image You can only select an image that has not been processed with a filter. The - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 181
subject to appear with red eyes. • Only JPEG images captured with this camera can be used for the Red-eye Edit function. • The Red-eye Edit function does not work on images where red eyes cannot be detected on the camera. An error message appears in Step 3. 1 Select an image to edit in Playback - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 182
Only RAW images captured with this camera can be edited. RAW images and JPEG images captured with other cameras cannot be edited on this camera. Developing One RAW Image 1 parameter you want Image Capture Settings to change. You can select a different image by turning the e-dial. MENU - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 183
Auto/Low/High Auto/On/Off On/Off Page p.121 p.122 p.123 p.123 p.131 p.124 - p.85 p.129 p.149 Editing Images 5 Use the four-way controller (45) to change the value. Press the four-way controller (5) to display the setting screen for White Balance and Custom Image. 7 6 Press the 4 button. The - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 184
) to select [Develop images as shot] or [Develop images with modified Develop images as shot 7 settings], and press the 4 button. Develop images with modified settings To change parameters, select [Develop images with modified settings]. MENU OK OK 5 Use the four-way controller (2345) to - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 185
8 Changing Additional Settings This chapter describes how to change additional settings. How to Operate the Set-up Menu 184 Camera Settings 186 File Management Settings 198 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 186
Set-up Menu Perform general settings related to the camera in the [R Set-up] menu. For details on how to use the menus, refer to "Using the Menus" (p.32). Set-up Menu Items Perform the following settings in the [R Set 186 8 Sets the length of time that the guides are Guide Display displayed - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 187
198 Firmware Version Info Displays the camera's firmware version. p.197 [R Set-up 1] menu [R Set-up 2] menu 123 Language English Date Adjustment World Time Sound Effects Guide Display 3sec. LCD Display Settings Flicker Reduction 50 Hz MENU Exit [R Set-up 3] menu 123 Video Out HDMI - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 188
the Sound Effects, Date and Time, and Display Language Setting the Sound Effects You can turn the camera operation sound on or off, or change its volume. The sound for the following items can be set. • In-focus • AE-L (AE Lock operation sound) • Self-timer • Remote Control • One Push File Format - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 189
the Time (Hometown) for [Setting the Time]. This setting is reflected in the date and Destination London Hometown New York 16:00 10:00 time that appear in the guide display and MENU control panel. 3 Press the four-way controller (3) to move the frame to X (Destination), and press the four - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 190
saving time (DST). 6 Press the 4 button. The destination setting is saved and the camera returns to the [World Time] screen. 7 Press the 3 DST setting. 8 • X appears in the control panel and guide display (p.69) if [Setting the Time] is set to X (Destination). Also, the video output setting (p. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 191
Santiago Caracas Buenos Aires Sao Paulo Rio de Janeiro Europe Lisbon Madrid London Paris Amsterdam Milan Rome Copenhagen Berlin Prague Stockholm Budapest Warsaw Athens Helsinki Moscow Africa/ NTSC NTSC NTSC NTSC PAL PAL PAL PAL PAL PAL NTSC Changing Additional Settings 189 8 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 192
, etc. are displayed. The camera supports the following languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Finnish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Turkish, Greek, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and Japanese. Set in [Language/u] (p.184) of - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 193
4 Press the 3 button twice. The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Changing Additional Settings Setting the Guide Display Time Set the length of time that the guides (p.69) are displayed on the monitor when the Capture mode is changed. Select from [3 sec.] (default - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 194
The screen that was displayed before selecting the menu appears again. Changing Additional Settings 8 Setting the Display for Instant Review You can set the Instant Review (p.55) display settings. 1 Select [Instant Review] in the [A Rec. Mode 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 195
-way controller (45) to select O or P. Enlarge Instant Review You can enlarge the image with the e-dial. (p.155) Histogram Settings] in the [R Set-up 1] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [LCD Display Settings] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) LCD Display Settings - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 196
out and correcting defective pixels in the CMOS sensor. 1 Select [Pixel Mapping] in the [R Set-up 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Pixel Mapping] screen appears. monitor. Use the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) or install a fully charged battery. Changing Additional Settings - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 197
You can select which function settings to save when the camera is turned off. The following function settings can be saved. Function Flash Mode Drive Mode White Balance Custom Image Sensitivity EV Compensation Default Setting O O O O O O Function Default Setting Flash Exposure Comp. O Focus - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 198
the direct keys and for the items of the [A Rec. Mode] menu, [C Movie] menu, [Q Playback] menu, [R Set-up] menu, and playback mode palette can be reset to default values. 1 Select [Reset] in the [R Set-up 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Reset] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 199
PENTAX website for more information and procedural details regarding updates. 1 Select [Firmware Version Info] in the [R Set-up 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The firmware versions for the camera and lens the AC adapter kit K-AC115 (optional) or install a fully charged battery. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 200
, either protected or unprotected. Be aware. 1 Select [Format] in the [R Set-up 3] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Format] screen appears an SD Memory Card is formatted, the volume label assigned to the card is "PENTAX Q". When this camera is connected to a computer, the SD Memory - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 201
select Z (Protect), and press the 4 button. The screen to select how to change the settings is displayed. 3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Single Image] or [All images. 6 Press the 3 button. The camera returns to Playback mode. 100-0001 Protect Unprotect OK OK Changing Additional - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 202
a naming system for folders to store images. Date PENTX The two digits of the month and day on which the picture was taken are assigned as the folder name in the form of [xxx_MMDD]. [xxx] is a sequential number from 100 to 999. [MMDD] (month and day) appears according to the display format set in - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 203
SD Memory Card. A folder is created with the number following the number of the folder currently being used. 1 Select [Create New Folder] in the [R Set-up 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). The [Create New Folder] screen appears. 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Create - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 204
date will be printed. P The date will not be printed. Repeat Steps 4 to 6 to make DPOF settings for other images (up to 999). 7 Press the 4 button. The DPOF settings for the selected image is saved and the camera returns to Playback mode. • Depending on the printer or printing equipment at the photo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 205
9 Connecting to a Computer This chapter explains how to connect the camera to a computer, install the supplied CD-ROM, etc. Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer 204 Saving Images on a Computer 205 Using the Provided Software 207 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 206
"SILKYPIX Developer Studio". We recommend the following system requirements to connect the camera to a computer or to use the software of Windows Intel Pentium-compatible processor (Pentium 4, Athlon XP or higher recommended) • Supports multi-core processors (Intel Core i5, i7; Core 2 Quad, Duo; AMD - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 207
Saving Images on a Computer 205 Setting the USB Connection Mode Set the USB connection mode when connecting the camera to a computer. 1 Select [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up 2] menu, and press the four-way controller (5). 2 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [MSC] or [PTP], and press - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 208
USB cable to connect the PC/AV terminal of the camera and the computer. 3 Turn the camera on. The camera is recognized as a removable disk or an SD Memory Card with a volume label "PENTAX Q". If the "PENTAX Q" dialog appears when the camera is turned on, select [Open folder to view files using - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 209
Using the Provided Software 207 "SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX" is included on the CD-ROM (S-SW115). With the SILKYPIX Developer Studio, you can develop RAW files, adjust the color of the images and other settings, and save the new images as a JPEG or TIFF file. Installing the Software - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 210
the [InstallShield Wizard] screen appears in the selected language, click [Next]. Follow the instructions on the screen to perform subsequent steps. Screen of the SILKYPIX Developer Studio When SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 for PENTAX is launched, the screen on the right appears. 9 Refer to Help for - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 211
world map for Internet Product Registration is displayed. If a computer is connected to the Internet, click the displayed country or region and then follow the instructions to register your software. Note that you can only register online if your country or area is shown. 9 Connecting to a Computer - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 212
210 Memo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 213
10 Using the Flash This chapter provides details on the built-in flash and describes how to take pictures with an external flash. Using the Built-in Flash 212 Using an External Flash (Optional 215 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 214
according to the ambient brightness. Using the Flash in c Mode • You can set the desired aperture value to take a flash photograph when you want to change the turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod to avoid camera shake. The picture will also blur if the subject moves. • Slow-speed - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 215
Shake Reduction function, or turn off the Shake Reduction function and use a tripod to avoid camera shake. Distance and Aperture when Using the Built-in Flash Relationships among the guide number, aperture and distance must be considered when shooting with the flash to obtain a correct exposure - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 216
of the flash for aperture values. Maximum flash distance L1 = Guide number ÷ Aperture value Minimum flash distance L2 = Maximum flash distance ) is generally used. 10 Lens Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Depending on the lens used with this camera, even if a lens without a hood is attached, - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 217
Camera Function Red-eye reduction flash Auto flash discharge Automatically switching to the flash sync speed Aperture value is automatically set in 03 FISH-EYE/04 TOY WIDE/05 TOY TELEPHOTO lens 10 • The built-in flash will not discharge if the camera is connected to an external flash. • Flashes - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 218
if the subject is bright enough when the flash mode is set to C or i. Therefore, it may not be suitable for daylight-sync shooting. • Never pop up the built-in flash manually when any external flash unit is attached to the camera. The built-in flash will hit the external flash. 10 Red - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 219
Shoe Adapter F can be mounted to your tripod using the tripod screw. The built-in flash will not discharge if the camera is connected to an external flash. • Do not combine with accessories that have a different number of contacts, such as a Hot Shoe Grip, as a malfunction may - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 220
218 Memo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 221
11Appendix Default Settings 220 Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations 226 Cleaning the CMOS Sensor 227 Optional Accessories 228 Error Messages 232 Troubleshooting 234 Main Specifications 237 Index 243 WARRANTY POLICY 249 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 222
) are saved even when the camera is turned off. Reset Setting Yes: The setting returns to the default setting with the reset function (p.196). No: The setting is saved even after reset. Direct Keys Item Sensitivity White Balance Flash Mode Drive Mode Default Setting AUTO (ISO 125 - 3200) F (Auto - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 223
Interval Interval Number of Shots Shooting Start Interval Start Time D-Range Highlight Correction Setting Shadow Correction High-ISO NR Distortion Correction Quick Dial 221 Default Setting Reset Setting Page Bright Yes p.131 Not use any filters Yes p.135 JPEG Yes p.121 I Yes - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 224
Yes p.191 Yes Instant Review Display Time Enlarge Instant Review Histogram Bright/Dark Area Setting Movie SR Appendix 11 Interval Movie Interval Recording Time Start Interval Start Time Default Setting a (1920×1080, K) g (On) Auto k (On) 1 sec. 5 sec. Now 12:00 AM / 00:00 Reset Setting Page - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 225
Movie Editing Image Comparison DPOF 223 Default Setting - Monochrome - Maximum size according to the setting Maximum size according to the setting - - - - Recorded Pixels: E Quality Level: C - - - Reset Setting - Yes - - - - No Yes Yes Yes - - No Page p.164 p.174 p.179 p.172 p.173 p.160 p.199 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 226
Setting 3 All O (On) Guide Display 3 sec. LCD Display Settings ±0 Flicker Reduction 50 Hz Video Out According to default setting Format - Firmware Version Info - Reset Setting No No Yes No No No No Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes - Yes Yes - - - Yes - - Page p.190 p.187 p.187 p.186 p.191 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 227
[A Custom Setting] Menu Item 1. AE-L with AF Locked 2. Link AE to AF Point 3. Auto Reset Custom Functions 225 Default Setting On Off 0 - + Mode1 Auto White Balance Subtle Correction Focus-priority On Off Discharge Flash Off Reset Menu Location Disable - Reset Setting Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 228
[13. Electronic Shutter] to [Enable] in the [A Custom Setting 2] menu. You can take pictures at higher speeds with the electronic shutter than with the lens shutter. Ex.) With a 01 STANDARD PRIME lens Pictures taken at 1/2000 sec. or slower with the lens shutter and 1/2000 sec. to 1/8000 sec. with - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 229
in the image in certain situations such as when shooting against a white background. This indicates that the CMOS sensor must be cleaned. Removing Dust To activate the Dust Removal function every time the camera is turned on and off, set [Start-up Action] and [Shut-down MENU Action] to - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 230
accessories are available for this camera. Contact a PENTAX Service Center for details regarding accessories. Products marked with an asterisk (*) are the same as those supplied with the camera. Power Supply Accessories Battery Charger kit K-BC68P (*) (Kit includes Battery Charger D-BC68P and - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 231
AF160FC The AF160FC is a flash system especially designed for macro photography to take close, shadowless pictures of small objects. It is compatible with existing TTL auto flash functions and it can be used with a wide range of 11 PENTAX cameras by using provided AF160FC adapter rings - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 232
adapters and cords to use the external flash away from the camera. Hot Shoe Adapter FG Off-Camera Shoe Clip CL-10 This large clip is used for setting the AF540FGZ or AF360FGZ on a desk or table. Off-camera Shoe Adapter F Off-Camera Shoe Clip CL-10 Remote Control Used in Remote Control shooting - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 233
231 Camera Case and Strap Camera Case O-CC115 Camera Strap O-ST115 (*) Others Hot Shoe Cover FK (*) USB Cable I-USB7 (*) AV Cable I-AVC7 11 Appendix - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 234
the image capture settings. (p.120) supported by this camera. You may be able to play it back on another brand of camera or a computer. No card in the camera There is no SD Memory Card inserted in the camera. (p.43) Memory card error The SD Memory Card has a problem kit K-AC115 (optional). (p.40) - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 235
adaptor kit K-AC115 (optional). (p.40) Unable to update firmware. Unable to update the firmware. The update file is There is a problem with and perform DPOF setting again. (p.165) The operation could not be completed correctly The camera was unable to measure the manual white balance (p.125) or - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 236
Troubleshooting In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery out and putting it back in again. After these procedures are done, if the camera service center. Problem Cause Remedy The camera white , use manual focus. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 237
Method] to =. (p.86) The focus cannot be locked [Autofocus Method] is set to [Face Detection] or [Tracking] Autofocus is not locked (focus lock) when [Autofocus Method] is set to [Face Detection] or [Tracking]. The camera will continue focusing on the subject while the shutter release button is - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 238
236 Problem Cause Remedy The Shake Reduction function Set [Shake Reduction] to on. (p.96) is off Shake Reduction does not work Shutter speed is too low for the Shake Reduction function to be effective when panning or shooting night scenes, etc. Set [Shake Reduction] to off and use a tripod. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 239
Main Specifications 237 Model Description Type Lens Mount Compatible Lens Lens-interchangeable SL digital-still camera PENTAX bayonet Q-mount Q-mount lenses Image Capture Unit Image Sensor Type: CMOS sensor with a primary color filter, Size: 1/2.3-inch Effective Pixels Approx. 12.4 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 240
Golden Section, Scale display), Bright/dark area warning, Histogram White Balance Auto Preset Manual Fine Adjustment TTL by CMOS image sensor Daylight, Shade, and spot metering Metering Range EV 1.3 to 17 (ISO 125, F1.9 lens), +2 EV with Electronic Shutter enabled, +2 EV using the ND filter - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 241
Type Flash Modes Sync Speed Flash Exposure Compensation Built-in retractable P-TTL flash, Guide number: approx. 7 (ISO200/m), approx. 5.6 (ISO125/m) Angle of view Dynamic Range Setting Highlight Correction, Shadow Correction Lens Correction Distortion Correction Digital Filter Toy Camera, High - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 242
time: 5 sec. to 99 hr., Start Interval setting: immediately, from the set time Playback Functions Playback View Single frame, image comparison folder, delete instant review image Digital Filter Monochrome, Toy Camera, High Contrast, 11 RAW Development Image, White Balance, Sensitivity, High-ISO - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 243
Effect, Custom Image, Digital Filter, Aspect Ratio World Time settings for 75 cities (28 time zones) English, French, Lithium-ion Battery D-LI68 AC Adapter Kit K-AC115 (optional) Number of recordable images SD Memory Card), Approx. 180 g (body only) 11 Accessories Appendix Package Contents USB - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 244
242 Approximate Image Storage Capacity (When using a 2 GB SD Memory Card) Aspect Ratio K J I L Recorded Pixels k (4000×2248) P (3456×1944) g (2688×1512) i (1920×1080) N (4000×2664) a (3456×2304) f (2688×1792) i (1920×1280) E (4000×3000) k (3456×2592) f (2688×2016) h (1920×1440) k (2992×2992) P ( - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 245
menu .... 67, 109, 222 [Q Playback] menu .... 153, 223 [R Set-up] menu ......... 184, 224 [A Custom Setting] menu 68, 225 Q (Playback) button 19, 21, 61 d/i ( Auto Picture mode n 54, 70 Auto Power Off 190 F (White Balance) .........124 Autofocus 86 Autofocus Method 87 c (Aperture Priority) - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 246
Processing (Custom Image 131 Cross Processing (Smart Effect 140 f (White Balance 124 Custom Image 131 [A Custom Setting] menu 68, 225 D Dark areas 129 Date Adjustment 50 Date change 187 Daylight (White Balance) ......124 Default settings 220 Delete 62, 165 Delete all images 167 Delete - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 247
Flash 57, 211 Flash (White Balance) ......... 124 Flash Exposure Light (White Balance 124 Focus Lock 91 Focus Method 86 Focus Settings 87 19, 21, 62, 144 Guide Display 69, 191 Guide indicators 29 Guide number 213 H HDMI output 132 I Image Capture Settings ........120 Image Comparison - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 248
index 45 Lens unlock button 19, 46 Locking the exposure 82 Locking the focus 91 M a (Manual) mode 76 Macintosh 204 Macro b 70, 71 Manual focus 86, 92 11 Manual mode a 76 Manual White Balance ......... 125 Memory 195 Memory Card 43 3 button 19, 21, 32 Menu operation 32 Menu page display - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 249
Card 43 Select & Delete 165 Select (Autofocus Method) .....87 Self-timer 98 Self-timer lamp 17 Sensitivity 75 [R Set-up] menu ..........184, 224 Shade (White Balance) ........124 Shading (Digital Filter) 135, 174 Shadow Correction 129 Shake Reduction 96, 110 Sharpness (Custom Image) 132 - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 250
Toning (Custom Image) ....... 133 Toy Camera (Digital Filter 135, 174 Tracking 87 Trailing Curtain Sync 57, 213 Tungsten (White Balance) ... 124 b (Shutter Priority) mode Water Color (Smart Effect) ...140 White Balance 124 Windows 204 World Time 187 Write-protect 5 Z Zoom display 155 Zoom - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 251
may be charged by the manufacturer's representatives in that country. Notwithstanding this, your PENTAX returned to the manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to this procedure and warranty policy. In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 252
, instruct the service station to proceed with the servicing. • This warranty policy does not affect the customer's statutory rights. • The local warranty policies available from PENTAX distributors in some countries can supersede this warranty policy. Therefore, we recommend that you review the - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 253
or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio . The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 254
may cause undesired operation. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109. Product Name: PENTAX Digital Still Camera Model Number: PENTAX Q Contact person: Customer Service Manager Date and Place: June, 2011, Colorado - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 255
even when you don't purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the home page of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch. Note for the battery symbol (bottom two or compound in use. In this case you have to comply with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemicals involved. - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 256
Memo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 257
Memo - Pentax Q Black | Q Black Q Manual - Page 258
.pentax.de) PENTAX Imaging Systems PENTAX House, Heron Drive, Langley, Slough, Berks Limited SL3 8PN, U.K. (http://www.pentax.co.uk) PENTAX Imaging Company A Division of PENTAX of America, Inc. (Headquarters) 600 12th Street, Suite 300 Golden, Colorado 80401, U.S.A. (PENTAX Service Department
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To ensure the best performance from your camera, please
read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
To ensure the best performance from your camera, please
read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
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