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Pentax *ist User Manual

Pentax *ist
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BASIC OPERATION
(PREPARATION)
BASIC OPERATION
(SHOOTING)
ADVANCED OPERATIONSOTHERS
Using High-Speed Sync Flash Mode with the
AF360FGZ
With the AF360FGZ, you can use a flash sync speed faster than
1/125 sec. High-speed sync flash mode can also be used while
the flash unit is attached to the camera or in a wireless
configuration.
Using hi-speed sync flash on the camera
1. Remove the hot shoe cover F
K from the camera.
2. Attach the flash unit to the hot shoe.
3 Set the mode dial to M, Av or TV.
4 Turn on the external flash unit.
5. Set the flash units sync mode switch to HS (high-speed
sync.).
6. Confirm that the flash is fully charged.
7. Focus on the subject and take the picture.
MEMO
When the flash is ready (fully charged), the will light in the
viewfinder when the shutter release button is pressed halfway down.
The High-speed sync flash mode is only available when the shutter
speed is faster than 1/125 sec.
The High-speed sync flash mode does not work in the auto picture
mode and the picture mode.
Read the operating manual of the flash unit for more details.

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Pentax *ist Specifications

General IconGeneral
Camera TypeDigital SLR
ISO Range200-3200
Battery Type4x AA batteries
Focus Points11
Resolution6.1 MP
Shutter Speed30-1/4000 sec + Bulb
Viewfinder TypeOptical (pentaprism)
Storage MediaSD card

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