Pentax ES User Manual

Asahi Pentax ES Operating Manual Excerpts
Reproduced for Historical and Reference Purposes by Paul M. Provencher
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Pentax ES Specifications

General

Type	35mm SLR
Lens Mount	Pentax K mount
Shutter	Focal-plane shutter
Exposure Modes	Manual
Metering	TTL center-weighted
Viewfinder	Pentaprism
Flash	Hot shoe

Summary

How the Asahi Pentax ES Works

Film Loading and Winding

Detailed steps for loading film into the camera and winding it correctly.

Setting ASA Film Speed

Understand how to set the camera's ASA film speed for accurate exposure readings.

Exposure Factor Control Dial

Discover how to use the exposure factor dial for intentional over or under-exposures.

Diaphragm Setting

Guidance on setting the diaphragm for different lighting conditions during automatic operation.

TTL Metering and Automatic Shutter

Master TTL metering and automatic shutter operation for correct exposures.

Film Unloading

Follow the procedure for safely rewinding and removing exposed film from the camera.

Battery Check and Replacement

Learn how to check the battery status and replace it when necessary for camera operation.