Ricoh 15530, 15541 Setting the Focus Method

3

Shooting

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t Memo

• The flash modes that can be selected vary depending

onthe exposure mode.

• You cannot take pictures while the flash is being charged.

Ifyou want to take picture s while the flash is being charged,

set [20. Release While Charging] in the E3 menu.

• Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash

may be limited. (p.84)

• When the built-in flash is used in J mode, the shutter speed

automatically changes over a range from 1/180 seconds to

aslow shutter speed depending on the lens being used.

Theshutter speed is locked at 1/180 seconds when a lens

other than a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA or F lens is used.

• When the built-in flash is used in I, K or L mode, any

desired shutter speed of 1/180 seconds or slower can be set.

• The built-in flash is optimum for a subject at a distance from

approx. 0.7 m to 5 m. Vignetting may occur when used at

adistance closer than 0.7 m (this distance varies slightly

depending on the lens being used and the sensitivity setting).

• For details on using an external flash, refer to “Functions

when Using an External Flash” (p.86).

Set the focus mode switch to v

orw.

The autofocus methods for shooting with the viewfinder differ

from those for shooting with Live View.

t Memo

• You can use I to focus on

thesubject. The I button

operation can be set in

[Button Customization]

of the A4 menu. (p.73)

Exposure Modes Selectable Flash Mode

TA, B (No flash compensation)

G, H, JC, D, E, F, H, K, 8, 9

I, K, L, MC, D, G, K, 8, 9

NC, D, K, 8, 9

Sensitivity Guide

Number Sensitivity Guide

Number

ISO 100 Approx. 13 ISO 3200 Approx. 73.5

ISO 200 Approx. 18.4 ISO 6400 Approx. 104

ISO 400 Approx. 26 ISO 12800 Approx. 147

ISO 800 Approx. 36.8 ISO 25600 Approx. 208

ISO 1600 Approx. 52 ISO 51200 Approx. 294

Setting the Focus Method

Shooting with

the viewfinder

TTL phase-matching autofocus

Select from x, y, or z mode

which enables automatically switching

between x and y.

Set the focusing point in [AF Point]. (p.46)

Faster autofocus performance than

“contrast detection AF” is possible.

Shooting with

Live View

Contrast detection AF

Face Detection and Tracking are available.

(p.46)

AF MF

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Contents

Main Introduction Getting Started Shooting Playback Settings Appendix PENTAX SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual Checking the Contents of the Package Page How to Use This Manual 2 How to Use This Manual Introducing the K-3 Getting Started Taking Pictures How to Use This Manual Playback Functions Changing the Settings Appendix Contents Contents 4 Getting Started..................... ................... 27 Taking Pictures........................................ 38 Playback Functions.................. ...............61 Changing the Settings............................. 73 Appendix..................................................82 Page Names and Functions of the Working Parts e_kb502_om.book Page 7 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Page 9 Monitor Display Capture Mode 4000 5.6 12800 5.6 Page 250 5.6 1600 5.6 Playback Mode Page 14 AB 5 7 8 9 12 61011 Viewfinder 15 LCD Panel 16 Electronic Level How to Change Function Settings Using the Direct Keys 17 Using the Control Panel 18 Using the Menus 19 Menu List Rec. Mode Menu Page Page 22 Movie Menu Playback Menu 23 Set-up Menu Page 25 Custom Setting Menu Page 1 2 1 2 3 Attaching the Strap Attaching a Lens 1 2 3 the battery charger. Using the Battery and Charger 2 Charging the Battery 1 2 battery towards outside ofthe camera, and insert thebattery until it locks intoplace. 3 Inserting/Removing the Battery 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 slide it in the direction of 4. 1 2 Initial Settings 3 4 anduse CD to select S or T. The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen. 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 Formatting a Memory Card Basic Shooting Operation 5 6 7 8 35 1 2 the AF frame on the monitor and press the shutter release button halfway. Shooting with Live View 1 2 Reviewing Images 37 Configuring the Capture Settings Memory Card Settings Image Capture Settings Movie Capture Settings 1 mode. 4.5 100 30 1 EV Compensation 2 3 4 Recording Movies 41 1 turnR. Playing Back Movies Setting the Exposure Sensitivity 1 Noise Reduction when Shooting witha High ISO Sensitivit y A2 AE Metering 1 2 3 output or when K is selected, press B and then use R to adjust the value. 5 Using the Built-in Flash Setting the Focus Method AF MF 45 1 pressingb. Setting the AF Mode when Shooting withthe Viewfinder 46 2 Selecting the Focusing Area (AF Point) v Setting the AF Mode during Live View 47 1 2 3 1 2 3 the value. Selecting the Desired Focusing Area 1 2 3 4 Checking the Depth of Field (Preview) Setting the Drive Mode 50 2 3 4 Continuous Shooting Self-timer 51 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5 Remote Control 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5 2 3 5 2 3 conditions. 5 Interval Shooting Interval Composite 1 2 3 5 1 2 Interval Movie Record Setting the White Balance 55 1 2 3 balance of, select a white area as the subject, andpress the shutter relea se button fully. 4 Adjusting the White Balance Manually 56 1 2 4 1 2 touch. 4 1 2 3 processed image. 4 Saving the Cross Processing Settings of a Captured Image 58 1 2 4 7 Digital Filter 1 2 [HDR 1], [HDR 2] or [HDR 3], 3 in[Exposure Bracket Value]. 1 Anti-Aliasing Filter Simulator 2 3 4 5 1 2 Composition Adjustment A3/v Playback Mode Palette Items 62 1 inplayback mode. 2 1 2 3 1 of Displaying Multiple Images. 2 1 Images by Folder, and press L. 2 1 Images. 2 Filmstrip Display]. 3 1 2 3 thedesired rotation direction Playing Back Images Continuously (Slideshow) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Connecting the Camera to a Computer Page 68 3 of the area to crop by using the cropping frame. 5 2 3 thelevel and press E. 4 2 3 Correcting Color Moir Processing Images with Digital Filters 5 e_kb502_om.book Page 69 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Available operations The save confirmation screen appears. 7 1 2 3 in[Images]. 4 5 theselection frame 6 7 8 5 method and press E. RAW Development 6 7 8 73 1 2 3 foreach exposure mode 4 1 2 [AF Button] or [Preview Dial] and press D. 3 Camera Settings 4 1 inStep 3 of Setting t he Button Operation (p.73). 2 3 P is pressed. 1 2 3 4 5 1 4 cursor to [Finish], and press E. 1 2 1 2 4 5 toselect S or T. Using the Saved USER Mode Displaying the Local Date and Time of the Specified City 1 2 or[Select a folder] 3 5 1 2 3 4 Selecting the Folder/File Settings D2 1 2 3 4 File Name 1 2 Copyright Data]. 3 4 1 2 Setting the Copyright Information D2 Using a Wireless Memory Card 3 4 Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions e_kb502_om.book Page 83 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Functions Available with Various Lenses 84 1 2 3 length. Compatibility with the Built-in Flash Setting the Focal Length 85 Using the Aperture Ring Functions when Using an External Flash 87 1 2 3 4 toaand press E. 5 Troubleshooting 89 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 90 e_kb502_om.book Page 90 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Error Messages e_kb502_om.book Page 91 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM e_kb502_om.book Page 92 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM e_kb502_om.book Page 93 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM e_kb502_om.book Page 94 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM (When using the fully charged battery) e_kb502_om.book Page 95 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM (When using a 2 GB memory card) Approximate Image Storage Capacity and Playback Time Approximate Image Storage Capacity by Size q 24M 111 252 495 37 p 14M 189 423 819 o6M 418 917 1707 r 2M 1024 2119 3615 96 List of World Time Cities Operating Environment for USB Connection and Provided Software Windows Macintosh Page Page Page Page Warning e_kb502_om.book Page 102 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter Caution For Using Your Camera Safely Warning Caution Warning e_kb502_om.book Page 103 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Care to be Taken During Handling Before Using Your Camera About the Battery and Charger Cleaning Your Camera e_kb502_om.book Page 104 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM Storing Your Camera About Eye-Fi Cards About SD Memory Cards Trademarks AVC Patent Portfolio License e_kb502_om.book Page 105 Monday, October 14, 2013 4:14 PM connected WARRANTY POLICY Page 108 Declaration of Conformity According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals Page Page Page Introduction Getting Started Shooting Playback Settings Appendix PENTAX SLR Digital Camera Operating Manual