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Pentax K-01 - User Manual

Pentax K-01
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Thank you for purchasing this PENTAX
Digital Camera.
When you use this camera for the first time,
it is recommended you read this Quick Guide
first in order to gain a feel for the basic
operation of the camera. Refer to the
separately supplied “Operating Manual”
for further explanation of functions and
advanced operations of the camera.
Pentax_K-01_QSG.book Page 0 Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:07 PM

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Questions and Answers

  • N
    Nathan WoodsAug 13, 2025
    Why my Pentax K-01 does not turn on?
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      pittmanjamesAug 13, 2025
      Your Pentax Digital Camera might not be turning on because a battery is not installed. Ensure a fully charged battery is properly installed. Alternatively, the battery power might be low. In this case, install a fully charged battery.
  • D
    Danielle FrancisAug 17, 2025
    Why autofocus does not work on my Pentax Digital Camera?
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      Kathryn StanleyAug 17, 2025
      Autofocus may not work on your Pentax Digital Camera due to several reasons. The subject may be difficult to focus on if it has low contrast, dark colors, intricate designs, or is a rapidly moving object. Try locking focus on an object at the same distance or use manual focus. Also, ensure the subject is within the AF area on the monitor. If the subject is too close, move away and try again. Finally, check that the focus mode switch is set to = and not \.
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    Lori RiveraAug 20, 2025
    What to do if the shutter cannot be released on Pentax K-01 Digital Camera?
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      Mr. Richard Robles Jr.Aug 20, 2025
      If the shutter cannot be released on your Pentax Digital Camera, it could be due to several reasons. If the built-in flash is charging, wait until it finishes. Also, check if the SD Memory Card is full; if so, insert a card with available space. Ensure the camera isn't currently recording and wait until it finishes. If the lens aperture ring is not set to the s position, set it to s or select [Enable] in [16. Using Aperture Ring] of the [A Custom Setting 3] menu.
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    Karen HarmonAug 25, 2025
    How to fix Shake Reduction when it is not working on Pentax Digital Camera?
    • M
      Martin WhiteAug 25, 2025
      If Shake Reduction is not working on your Pentax Digital Camera, first ensure that the Shake Reduction function is set to Q (On). If you are using a lens for which the focal length information cannot be obtained, set the focal length in the [Input Focal Length] screen. If the shutter speed is too low, set [Shake Reduction] to R (Off) and use a tripod. If the subject is too close, move away from the subject, or set [Shake Reduction] to R and use a tripod.
  • R
    ronaldnovakAug 28, 2025
    Why doesn't the built-in flash discharge on my Pentax Digital Camera?
    • M
      Marc PatrickAug 28, 2025
      The built-in flash on your Pentax Digital Camera might not discharge because, if the flash mode is set to C or C, the flash will not discharge if the subject is bright. Set the flash mode to E (Manual Flash Discharge) or F (Manual Flash+Red-eye Reduction). If a mode is set, set the mode dial to any mode other than a (Flash Off). Also, if K, d, A, Z, y, U, n, or E of H mode is set, set H mode to any mode other than K (Sunset), d (Blue Sky), A (Night Scene), Z (Night Scene HDR), y (Backlight Silhouette), U (Candlelight), n (Stage Lighting) or E (Museum).
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    Sean WatsonSep 1, 2025
    What to do if USB connection with a computer does not work properly for Pentax K-01?
    • J
      jefferywilliamsSep 1, 2025
      If the USB connection with a computer is not working properly for your Pentax Digital Camera, it might be because the USB connection mode is set to [PTP]. Change this by setting [USB Connection] to [MSC] in [Interface Options] of the [R Set-up 2] menu.
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    rebeccamccoySep 4, 2025
    Why AE Lock function does not operate on Pentax K-01 Digital Camera?
    • W
      Wendy WoodwardSep 5, 2025
      The AE Lock function does not operate on your Pentax Digital Camera because p mode is set. AE Lock is not available in p mode.
  • P
    Paula RodriguezSep 8, 2025
    Why the power zoom system does not work on Pentax Digital Camera?
    • K
      Kristi HendersonSep 8, 2025
      The power zoom system may not work on your Pentax Digital Camera if the camera does not have a power zoom function. In this case, use manual zoom.

Pentax K-01 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel16.28 MP
Camera typeMILC Body
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size- \
Supported aspect ratios4:3, 16:9
Maximum image resolution4928 x 3264 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)23.7 x 15.7 mm
Still image resolution(s)1728 x 1152, 3072 x 2048, 3936 x 2624
Optical zoom- x
Focal length range- mm
Minimum aperture number-
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 12800
Light exposure modesAuto
ISO sensitivity (max)12800
ISO sensitivity (min)100
Light exposure controlProgram AE
Light exposure correction± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Fastest camera shutter speed1/4000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed30 s
Flash modesRed-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
InterfaceUSB
Power source typeBattery
Camera shutter speed1/4000 - 30 s
Video resolutions640 x 480, 1280 x 720, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedH.264, MPEG4
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Analog signal format systemNTSC, PAL
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)921000 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorBlack, Silver
Scene modesCandlelight, Children, Museum, Night, Portrait, Snow, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editingRotating
White balanceCloudy, Daylight, Fine, Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten
Camera playbackMovie
Self-timer delay2, 12 s
Camera file systemDCF 2.0, Exif 2.3
Image quality adjustmentBrightness
Mac operating systems supportedMac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
On Screen Display (OSD) languagesCHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, POL, POR, RUS, SWE, TUR
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Battery typeD-LI90
Battery life (CIPA standard)540 shots
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth59 mm
Width121 mm
Height79 mm
Weight480 g
Weight (including battery)560 g

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