Pentax MZ-60 Manuel d'utilisateur

A3581116223.55.68035-AXEPNNTOPERATING MANUALBASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)ABCDE FGH JIKGH JIKGH JIK LMNE FGH JIK ABCDE FGH JIKGH JIKGH JIK LMNE FGH JIK

8NAMES OF WORKING PARTSSelect dialMain switch (p.16)AV buttonShutterreleasebuttonBuilt-in flashFocus modeswitch (p.27,58)Lens informationcontactsAF co

98OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTIONSLOW-SPEED-SYNC SHOOTINGIt is possible to balance the exposure of a foreground subjectagainst a dimly light background by

99BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO• The slow-speed-sync can also be used with the Shutter-Priority

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BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSOTHERSACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XXTROUBLE

102A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera.AA-BATTERY PACK FGBattery grip powered by size –AA batteries and dedicated to MZ-60

103BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSFLASH ACESSORIESAF360FGZ A TTL auto zoom flash unit with guide no. 36

104ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL)Hot Shoe Adapter F, Extension Cord F5F and Off-Camera –shoeAdapter The adapters and cords, which allow the external flash to

105BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSNotes on accessoriesThe camera does not operate when a lens with the

106What appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here aresome problems that may occur and their remedies. Beforecontacting a Pentax service center,

107BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSIn rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due tostatistic e

9Drive mode button(p.38,40)Flash modebutton (p.25)Exposure mode buttonDate mode buttonHot shoe LCD panelAE lockbutton(p.57)Flash popup button?????????

108Standard program Mode / Night Scene Program Mode without FlashAt ISO 100 with FA35 - 80mm f/4 - 5.6 lens1/230 8 2 1/8 1/30 1/125 1/500453222161185.

109BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSAction Program Mode At ISO 100 with FA35 - 80mm f/4 - 5.6 lens1/230

110SPECIFICATIONSType TTL autofocus, auto-exposure 35mm SLR with built-in TTL auto flash (RTF)Format 24x36mm Usable Film 35mm perforated cartridge fil

111BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSExternal LCD panel Indication Shutter speed, Aperture value, =

112WARRANTY POLICYAll Pentax cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographicdistribution channels are guaranteed against defects of materi

113BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSthe manufacturer will be serviced free of charge according to thispro

114For customers in U.S.A.STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCEThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following two cond

The CE marking assures that this product complies with the requirements of the EC directive for safety.57XXXAsahi Optical Co., Ltd. 2-36-9, Maeno-cho,

10LCD PANEL INDICATION: Flash status information (p. 25, 36): Flash off information (p. 26): Red-eye reduction flash indication (p. 32): Automatic fl

11: AF frame (p. 30) : Flash status information(p. 32, 36) : AE lock (p. 57): Focus indicator (p. 59): Over exposure: Correct exposure : Under exposur

121 Loading the batteriesOpen the battery cover and loadtwo CR2 Lithium batteries.See page xx2 Set the date and timeYou can skip this step if you dono

136 Set the exposure mode toStandard program mode.Move the select lever to set thepointer to whiledepressing the exposure modebutton.See page xx7 Load

14Notes:*1. As an F/FA 85mm f/2.8 Soft lenses and FA 28mm f/2.8 soft lens do not have theposition on the aperture ring, the shutter cannot be released

15✍MEMO• KAF2 and KAF mount lenses are designed to work with the Autofocus SLRcamera.• The A, F, and FA lenses have the (auto) position on the lens a

This manual is organized into the following sections.Basic Operation (Preparation)—>Page xxBasic Operation ( Shooting )—>Page xxAdvanced Operati

BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSBASIC OPERATION (PREPARATION)Step 1 PATTACHING THE CAMERA STRAP . . .

Congratulations on your purchase of this camera and welcometo the exciting world of Pentax autofocus photography! Thiscompact and lightweight camera i

1 Pass the end of the strapthrough the strap lug fromunderneath, and then passthe strap through the claspfrom underneath asillustrated.2 Follow the sa

19BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS1 Open the battery chambercover by turning it tocounterclockwise with

20✍MEMO• Be sure to use two Lithium batteries CR2 or equivalents.• Both the camera function and the data imprinting function to keep constant trackof

21BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO• CR2 batteries were used under Pentax testing conditions.• Actua

Low Battery WarningWhen the batteries are nearlyexhausted, the battery symbolappears on the LCD panelto warn you. Replace thebatteries as soon as poss

23BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSTURNING ON THE POWER1 Turn the power ON Push the main switch buttonto

241 Turn the power ON and depressthe [DATE] button to displaydate mode on the LCD panel.2 Keep depressing the [DATE]button for 3 seconds on thedate mo

25BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS5 After the data has been changed, depress the[DATE] button each time

261 At each depress of the[DATE] button, the displayon the LCD panel changesas follows.(Av/Tv)→(Datemode)→(Av/Tv)2 While the date mode isdisplayed, at

27BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO• [ M ] on the LCD indicates "Month".• Year 2000 will i

This mark indicates precautions that, if notfollowed, could result in serious injury to theperson.This mark indicates precautions that, if notfollowed

281 Remove the body mount cap1 and rear lens cap 2.2 Align the red dots on thelens and camera whilemounting the lens to thecamera body, then turn thel

29BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO• The body mount cap is designed to protect the camera against sc

301 To open the back cover,slide the back cover releaselever down in the directionof the arrow.2 Place the film cartridge inthe film chamber as showni

31BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS4 Align the film leader withfilm leader end mark 1 asshown as illustra

32✍MEMO Incorrect film loadingIf the film is not loaded properly, (E) will blink on the LCD panel Open the backcover and load the film again.Note• Au

OPERATING THE SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON33BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSThe shutter release button has two

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BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSBASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING)Step 1 SET THE STANDARD PROGRAM MODE . .XXSte

36For quick and easy shooting, set your camera for Standardprogram mode, autofocus, auto flash and single frame drive mode.This standard program mode

37BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSSET THE AUTO POP UP FLASH1 Depress the flash modebutton until appears

2PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERAYour Pentax camera is a high-precision mechanism.Handle it with great care.Precautions when taking pictures• Do not use th

38SET THE SINGLE FRAME DRIVE MODEOne picture is taken each timethe shutter release button isdepressed.Depress the drive mode button untilsingle frame

39BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO• The picture cannot be taken unless focus is achieved. The focus

40✍MEMO• The smaller the number shown on the zoom scale ring , the wider the angle.Conversely, the larger the number, the more magnified the image app

41BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSHOLDING THE CAMERA✍MEMO• While taking a picture, gently depress the sh

421 Confirm that the focus modeswitch has been set to and the lens aperture ringhas been set to , andselect the data mode toimprint or not.2 Frame th

43BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO• The shutter cannot be released if the subject is out of focus.•

44UNLODING A FILM1 The film automaticallyrewinds at the end of theroll.During rewinding, blinkson the LCD panel, indicating thatthe film is being rewo

45BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS1 Set the main switch to theON position, Depressing theDrive mode butt

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BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSADVANCED OPERATIONSSELECTING A DRIVE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3Other precautions• The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50°C to -10°C(122F˚ to 14F˚).• A camera which has been submerged

48SELECTING A DRIVE MODEThis camera has a total of six drive modes as shown.Single-Frame Drive ModeConsecutive-Frame Drive ModeSelf-timer Mode2 Second

49BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSConsecutive-Frame ModePictures can be taken consecutively while holdin

50SELECTING A DRIVE MODESelf-timer ModeThe self-timer mode delays the shutter release, and is useful fortaking group shots that include the photograph

51BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS3 Then depress the shutterrelease button fully to startthe self-timer

52AUTO BRACKET SHOOTINGWhen you depressed shutter release button, three consecutiveframes will be taken at the different exposure times. The firstfram

53BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS2 Focus on the subject by depressing the shutterbutton halfway down.Th

54SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODESYou can select your desired Picture Mode by depressing theexposure mode button. The picture mode has a total 6 modes asfoll

55BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSExposure WarningIf the subject is too bright ortoo dark, the flashreco

56• When the shutter release button is depressed halfway, theshutter speed and aperture setting are displayed on the LCDpanel.Standard program Mode Fo

57BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSPortrait Program Mode This mode is suitable for takingportrait photogr

4TABLE OF CONTENTSFOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA . . . . . . . . . . . . .2PRECAUTIONS FOR BATT

58Landscape Program Mode This mode is ideal for landscapephotography and scenic snapshots.SELECTING 6 PICTURE MODES• When the shutter release button i

59BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSClose-up Program Mode This mode is convenient when takingclose-up phot

60Action Program Mode This mode selects a faster shutterspeed to capture a moving subjectand prevents blurred images. Thismode is especially convenien

61BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSNight-scene Program Mode This mode is useful when taking aportrait pho

62A correct exposure is established by a combination of shutterspeed and aperture setting according to the subject brightness.There are many correct c

63BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSEffect of apertureThe aperture increases orreduces the amount of refle

64Aperture-Priority AE ModeWhen the desired aperture is selected, the appropriate shutterspeed is automatically set by the camera for a proper exposur

65BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS• When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down,the shutte

66Shutter-Priority AE ModeWhen the desired shutter speed is selected, the appropriateaperture is automatically set by the camera for a properexposure

67BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS• When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down,the shutte

5BASIC OPERATION (SHOOTING) 33Step 1. SET THE STANDARD PROGRAM MODE . . . .34Step 2. SET THE AUTO POP-UP FLASH . . . . . . . . . .35Step 3. SET THE S

68EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEEDMetered Manual ModeThe manual exposure mode is a convenient exposure mode fortaking pictures using the same shut

69BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS4 Move the select dial tochange the aperture valuewhile holding the AV

70EFFECT OF APERTURE AND SHUTTER SPEED✍MEMOThe AE lock does not operate in the Metered Manual Mode.Exposure WarningIf both blink in theviewfinder and

71BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS1 In the Metered ManualMode, move the select dialto change the shutter

721 Position the area to bemeasured in the viewfindermetering area and press theAE lock button . Tocancel the AE lock, pressthe AE lock button again.

73BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS1 Set the focus mode switchto .2 Frame the subject, thendepress the sh

74MANUAL FOCUSING4Depress the shutter release button fully to takea picture.When the autofocus mode or the focus indicatoris unsuitable for focusing.W

75BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS3Depress the shutter release button fully to takea picture.✍MEMOWhen t

76HARD-TO-AUTOFOCUS SUBJECTSThe autofocus system is highly precise, but not perfect.Depending on the brightness, contrast, shape, and size ofyour subj

77BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSSETTING THE FILM SPEED (ISO) MANUALLYThis camera automatically reads t

6TABLE OF CONTENTSSELECTING ANOTHER EXPOSURE MODES . . . .61-69APERTURE- PRIORITY AE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . .61SHUTTER- PRIORITY AE MODE . . . .

78USING BUILT-IN FLASH1 Depress the flash modebutton until appears onthe LCD panel.2 Depress the shutterrelease button halfwaydown, and the built-inf

79BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSSELECTING THE VARIOUS BUILT-IN FLASH MODES✍MEMO• The auto-popup flash

80USING BUILT-IN FLASHRED-EYE REDUCTION FLASH FUNCTIONThis camera includes a red-eye reduction flash function, whichreduces the red-eye phenomenon uti

81BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSFlash effective range for the Picture Mode with ISO 100 (400)film used

82✍MEMO• The built-in flash does not pop up even if the flash pop-up button is depressedwith the flash mode is set to .• This mode can be used with t

83BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS• Do not use a lens hood with the built-in flash as it may obstruct th

84DAYLIGHT-SYNC SHOOTINGIn daylight conditions, when a portrait picture is taken with aperson's face cast in shadow, discharging the flash will e

85BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSFLASH RECOMMENDED INDICATORThe flash recommendedindicator in theviewfi

86INAPPROPRIATE LENS WARING WHEN THE BUILT-IN FLASH IS USEDWhen using aninappropriate F or FAlens, will blinkrapidly in the viewfinderand on the LCD p

87BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS1.When using one of 6 Picture Modes • The camera automatically chooses

7OTHERS XXACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XXTROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XXPROGRAM LINE

88ADVANCED OPERATION FOR THE BUILT-IN FLASH 4.Metered Manual Mode• When using the built-in flash in the Metered Manual Mode,any combination of apertur

89BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS2. Calculating the aperture according to the camera-to-subjectdistance

90COMPATIBILITY OF F AND FA LENSES WITH THEBUILT-IN FLASHIf an F or FA lens incompatible with the built-in flash is used,depressing the shutter releas

91BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSLens Name CompatibilityFA Zoom 70-200mm f/4-5.6 FA* Zoom 80-200mm f/2.

92OVERVIEW OF FLASH FUNCTIONCAMERA FUNCTION A B C D ERed-eye reduction flash function Smart flash function operates After the flash is charged, the ca

93BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS✍MEMO*1. When using the AF280T or AF400T with the flash confirmation O

94USING PENTAX DEDICATED AUTO FLASH UNITSIf the built-in flash is not powerful enough, a Pentax dedicatedauto flash should be used.A Pentax dedicated

95BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSUsing both the built-in flash and the external flashAn external flash

96• The AF500FtZ can be connected directly to the Extensioncord F5P without Off-camera shoe adapter.• The AF400T flash cannot be used with the built-i

97BASIC OPERATION(PREPARATION)BASIC OPERATION(SHOOTING)ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERSContrast-Control-Sync Flash PhotographyUsing the dedicated external fl