Medium Format Digital SLR CameraOperating ManualTo ensure the best performance from your camera,please read the Operating Manual before using the came
8Regarding User RegistrationIn order to better serve you, we request that you complete the user registration, which can be found on the CD-ROM supplie
98Appendix6Caution• Error messages related to a memory card appear for each card slot being used. If an error message appears, take the appropriate ac
99Appendix6The focus cannot be locked.AF Mode of Live View is set to f (Tracking).Set [Contrast AF] to e, g, h or i. (p.46)The camera is not recognize
100Appendix6IndexSymbolsA menu ... R5, R15C menu ... R8, R24B menu...
101Appendix6Copyright Holder... R33Copyright Information ... R33Create New Folder...
102Appendix6Format ... 36, R38Framerate ... R24Function settings...
103Appendix6Movie menu ... R8, R24Movie mode ... 51Movie SR ...
104Appendix6Sequential Numbering ... R33Set-up menu ... R9, R28Shade (White Balance)... 53
105Appendix6WARRANTY POLICYAll our cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of
106Appendix6For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
107Appendix6Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries1. In the European UnionThese symbols on the products,
1Before Using Your CameraChecking the Contents of the Package ... 10Names and Functions of Working Parts ... 11Disp
• Specifications and external dimensions are subject to change without notice.53071 Copyright © RICOH IMAGING COMPANY, LTD. 2014R01DTC14 Printed in Ph
10Before Using Your Camera1Checking the Contents of the PackageThe following accessories are packaged with this camera.Check that all accessories are
11Before Using Your Camera1Names and Functions of Working Parts* The front and rear views show the camera with the Hot shoe cover FK removed.Caution•A
12Before Using Your Camera11 Shutter release buttonPress to capture images. (p.38)In playback mode, press halfway to switch to capture mode.2 ISO butt
Before Using Your Camera113e Rear e-dial (R)Changes the values for camera settings such as exposure. (p.49)You can change the menu tabs when a menu sc
14Before Using Your Camera11Hold the camera grip with your right hand and hold the top of the monitor with your left hand.2Slowly lower until it stops
Before Using Your Camera115Display IndicatorsThe various indicators appear on the monitor depending on the camera settings and shooting conditions.Wit
16Before Using Your Camera1Memo• In [Live View] of the A3 menu, you can change the settings of the items displayed on the monitor during Live View. (w
Before Using Your Camera117A modeWhen shooting with Live ViewC modeMemo• Items that can be selected vary depending on the current camera setup.• If no
Thank you for purchasing our PENTAX 645Z medium format digital SLR camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order to get the most ou
18Before Using Your Camera1You can change the type of information displayed in standby mode by pressing G while the control panel is displayed. Use CD
Before Using Your Camera119The captured image and shooting information are displayed in single image display of the playback mode.Press G to change th
20Before Using Your Camera1Detailed Information Display3334134567 81237111092213 14 1815191716212835 3629 30 31 322423 25 26 2722342038134567 83739913
Before Using Your Camera121Use AB to switch between the Histogram Display and RGB Histogram Display.Histogram Display/RGB Histogram Display1 Histogram
22Before Using Your Camera1 EV bar scaleShows the difference between the proper and current exposure values in L or N mode. If the value exceeds the
Before Using Your Camera123Memo• Press 8 to illuminate the LCD panel. (w p.R20)• The item 13 appears when the camera is connected to a computer using
2 Getting StartedAttaching the Strap ... 26Attaching a Lens ...
26Getting Started2Attaching the Strap1Pass the end of the strap through the triangular ring.2Secure the end of the strap on the inside of the clasp.At
27Getting Started24Remove the front lens cap by pushing the top and bottom portions as indicated in the illustration.Caution• When attaching or removi
1We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked with the
28Getting Started2When using the D FA645 lens (for digital cameras), all of the functions of this camera are available. Lenses for our medium format f
29Getting Started2Using the Lens Shutter of the LS LensThe PENTAX 645LS lenses have a built-in leaf shutter which allows for high speed flash synchron
30Getting Started2Using the Battery and ChargerUse the battery D-LI90 and battery charger D-BC90 exclusively developed for this camera.1Connect the AC
31Getting Started21Open the battery cover.Lift the battery cover unlock knob, turn it towards OPEN to unlock, and then pull the cover open.2Face the A
32Getting Started2We recommend using the optional AC adapter kit K-AC132 when using the monitor for a long time or when connecting to the camera to a
33Getting Started2Inserting a Memory CardThe following memory cards can be used with this camera.• SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, and SDXC Memory C
34Getting Started2Power1Turn the main switch to [ON].The first time the camera is turned on after purchase, the [Language/W] screen appears.Memo• Alwa
35Getting Started26Use CD to select T or S and press E.The camera returns to the [Initial Setting] screen.7Press B.The cursor moves to [Text Size].8Pr
36Getting Started2Memo• Pressing F while setting the date and time cancels the settings and switches the camera to standby mode. The [Initial Setting]
37Getting Started25Press A to select [Format] and press E.Formatting starts.When formatting is completed, the D4 menu reappears.6Press F.The camera re
2• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of the battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power plug and discontinue using. Continue
38Getting Started2Testing Your CameraTake some test pictures to ensure that the camera is functioning properly.1Turn the camera on.2Turn the Stills/Mo
39Getting Started21Press K in Step 4 on p.38.The Live View image is displayed on the monitor.2Position the subject inside the AF frame on the monitor
40Getting Started2Memo•When Hv is displayed on the monitor, the JPEG image that was just taken can also be saved in RAW format (Save RAW Data).• Refer
41Getting Started2You can use the direct keys in standby mode to directly set functions.The following explains how to set the flash mode as an example
42Getting Started2This section explains how to use the menus: [A Rec. Mode], [C Movie], [B Playback], [D Set-up] and [E Custom Setting].The following
3 Shooting FunctionsFocusing ... 44Exposure Setting ...
44Shooting Functions3Focusing1Switch the focus modes between AF and MF on the lens.The autofocus method for shooting with the viewfinder differ from t
45Shooting Functions31Turn R while pressing 6.The AF area appears on the status screen and LCD panel.Proceed to Step 2 when a mode other than J or D i
46Shooting Functions3You can select an autofocus mode when shooting with Live View.1Turn R while pressing 6.The screen for selecting an autofocus mode
47Shooting Functions3Exposure Setting1Turn the metering mode switching dial.The set metering mode is displayed on the status screen, Live View screen
3 Warning• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of small children.1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may
48Shooting Functions3The following are the available exposure modes. (x: Available ×: Not available)Memo• Set the program line in [Program Line] of t
49Shooting Functions31Turn the mode dial while pressing the mode dial lock button.2Use Q or R to change settings.Q and/or R appear on the status scree
50Shooting Functions3The compensation value can be set between -5 and +5 EV (-2 and +2 EV in C mode).1Turn R while pressing J.e is displayed on the st
51Shooting Functions3Movie Recording1Turn the Stills/Movie switching dial to C.Live View is displayed.2Focus on the subject.In v mode, press the shutt
52Shooting Functions31Display the movie to play back in single image display of the playback mode.Available operationsMemo• In [Movie Edit] of the pla
53Shooting Functions3White BalanceThe following settings are available.Memo• When u is set, even if various light sources are present at the shooting
54Shooting Functions35Press E.The camera returns to standby mode.Memo• The settings for the white balance can be set in the E2 menu. (w p.R40)You can
55Shooting Functions3You can save up to three color temperature settings. (The default setting is [5000K].)1Select p in Step 2 on p.53, and press B.2S
56Shooting Functions3Drive ModeYou can choose from the following drive modes.Memo•Only 4 (Remote Control Off), Q or Y can be selected in C mode.• The
57Shooting Functions31Press A in standby mode.The Drive Mode setting screen appears.2Select O and press B.3Select O or P and press E.The camera return
4• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases, or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the camera to dry off any
58Shooting Functions31Press A in standby mode.The Drive Mode setting screen appears.2Select V and press B.3Select V, 2, W or X, and press B.4Select [C
59Shooting Functions31Press A in standby mode.The Drive Mode setting screen appears.2Select Y and press B.3Set the shooting conditions.4Press E to fin
60Shooting Functions31Press A in standby mode.The Drive Mode setting screen appears.2Select 3 and press B.3Set the shooting conditions.4Press E to fin
61Shooting Functions3In C mode, you can use [Interval Movie Record] to take still pictures at a set interval from a set time and save them as a single
62Shooting Functions3You can use Exposure Bracketing to take 2 (standard exposure and underexposure, or standard exposure and overexposure), 3 or 5 im
63Shooting Functions3This raises the mirror.This function can be used with another drive mode set by pressing A.1Turn the Mirror Up dial.The camera is
64Shooting Functions3Flash Mode1Remove the hot shoe cover of the camera.2Attach the flash and turn on the camera.Caution• Do not use high-voltage or h
65Shooting Functions3The following flash modes are available. The flash modes that can be set vary depending on the exposure mode.1Press B in standby
66Shooting Functions3The following functions are available when using this camera with our flashes. (x: Available ×: Not available)Flash Compatibilit
67Shooting Functions3PreviewTurn the main switch to U to use the preview function.There are two preview methods.1Select [Button Customization] in A4 m
5• Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or formatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the original data. Deleted da
68Shooting Functions3Custom ImageSelect the desired picture style from the following modes and enjoy taking pictures with a creative finishing tone.*1
69Shooting Functions34Set the parameters.Available operations5Press E.The screen of Step 2 reappears.6Press E.The camera returns to standby mode.Memo•
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4 Playback and Processing FunctionsSetting the Playback Functions ... 72Displaying a Single Image ...
72Playback and Processing Functions4Setting the Playback FunctionsPlayback functions can be set in the playback mode palette as well as the B menu.Pre
73Playback and Processing Functions4Displaying a Single ImageCaution• Deleted images cannot be restored.• Protected images cannot be deleted. (p.83)1D
74Playback and Processing Functions4Changing the Playback MethodYou can display 6, 12, 20, 35 or 80 thumbnail images at the same time. (Default settin
75Playback and Processing Functions4Images are grouped and displayed by folder in which they are saved.1Turn R to the left in Step 1 of “Multi-image D
76Playback and Processing Functions4You can play back all images saved on a memory card successively.1Select Z in the playback mode palette.The start
77Playback and Processing Functions4Editing and Processing ImagesCopies images between memory cards in SD1 and SD2 slots.1Select an image saved on the
6Operating Manual ContentsFOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ... 1Care to be Taken During Handling ...
78Playback and Processing Functions4Crops out only the desired area of the selected image and saves it as a new image.1Display the image to edit in si
79Playback and Processing Functions4You can process captured images with digital filters.The following filters are available.Digital FilterFilter Name
80Playback and Processing Functions41Display the image to edit in single image display.2Select T in the playback mode palette.The screen to select a f
81Playback and Processing Functions46Use Q to select an image for applying the same filter effects.You can only select an image saved in the same memo
82Playback and Processing Functions46Press F.The screen of Step 3 reappears.7Press E.The save confirmation screen appears.8Select [Save to SD1] or [Sa
83Playback and Processing Functions47Press E.The save confirmation screen appears.8Select [Save to SD1] or [Save to SD2] and press E.When [Select sing
84Playback and Processing Functions4Connecting the Camera to an AV DeviceConnect to an AV device, such as a TV, equipped with an HDMI terminal to disp
5 Using a ComputerConnecting to a Computer ... 86Using the Provided Software ...
86Using a Computer5Connecting to a ComputerThe captured images can be transferred to a computer by connecting the camera using a USB cable and can be
87Using a Computer5Connect the camera to a computer using an USB cable.Make sure to have a commercially available USB cable equipped with a micro B te
7Flash Mode ... 64Attaching a Flash...
88Using a Computer5Using the Provided Software“Digital Camera Utility 5” is included on the provided CD-ROM (S-SW150). Using the Digital Camera Utilit
89Using a Computer51Turn the Macintosh on.Shut down other software running.2Place the CD-ROM (S-SW150) into the optical drive.The CD-ROM icon appears
90Using a Computer5When Digital Camera Utility 5 is launched, the following screen appears.Memo• The screenshots used in this explanation are for Wind
91Using a Computer51 Menu BarYou can execute a function and change various settings here.For Macintosh, the Menu bar appears at the top of the desktop
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6 AppendixOptional Accessories ... 94Error Messages ...
94Appendix6Optional AccessoriesSeveral accessories are provided for use with this camera. Please contact our service center for details regarding the
95Appendix6Auto Macro Flash AF160FCThe AF160FC is a flash system especially designed for macro photography to take close, shadowless pictures of small
96Appendix6Used for remote control shooting.Operating distance for remote controlFrom the front of camera: approx. 4 mFrom the back of camera: approx.
97Appendix6Error MessagesError Messages DescriptionMemory card fullThe memory card is full and no more images can be saved. Insert a new memory card o
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