Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake

Use the Mirror Up function if camera shake is evident even when cable switch (optional) or remote control unit (optional) is used.

When shooting with the 2 sec. Self-Timer, the mirror pops up and the shutter is released 2 seconds after you press it, thereby avoiding the vibration of the mirror.

Follow the procedure below to take a picture with the Mirror Up function.

1 Mount the camera onto a tripod.

2 Use the {button and the four-way controller (m) to select Z(2 sec. Self-Timer).

1Self-Timer Shooting (p.60)

3 Focus on the subject.

4 Press the shutter release button fully.

The mirror pops up and the picture is taken 2 seconds later. AE lock is enabled with the exposure value set immediately before the mirror goes up.

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Pentax K100 D specifications Using Mirror Up Function to Prevent Camera Shake, Self-Timer Shooting p.60