Pentax MZ-6 manual Using this Operating Manual

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USING THIS OPERATING MANUAL

This operating manual consists of the following sections.

◆Things to Check

This section is before "Things to Do," and it explains cautions for using the camera and accessories, as well as the names of work- ing parts.

◆Things to Do

Explains the procedures to be followed before you use the camera for the first time.

It also explains how to load and rewind the film.

◆Basic Operations

•Explains the easiest way to take pictures with the camera set to single-frame mode, programmed AE mode, multi-segment metering mode, and AF mode.

•Using the Built-in Flash: Explains how to use the built-in flash.

◆Advanced Operations

The camera's features are explained in detail.

•Picture-taking Techniques: Consecutive-frame mode, multi- exposure mode, self-timer mode, auto bracketing

•Setting the Exposure: Auto Picture mode, Shutter-Priority AE, Aperture-Priority AE, metered manual exposure, bulb exposure, exposure compensation

•Focusing: Auto focus mode, manual focusing

◆Flash Photography

•Tips: Tips on using flash in backlit conditions and at night, flash exposure settings, and effective flash range.

•Using a Pentax-Dedicated External Flash: Explains the opera- tion for dedicated external flash units and high-speed sync and wireless mode features with the AF360FGZ.

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