Pentax K-r User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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Alex StephensJul 26, 2025
Why the shutter cannot be released on Pentax Digital Camera?
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  Michelle DavisJul 26, 2025
  If the shutter of your Pentax Digital Camera cannot be released, there might be several reasons. First, check that the lens aperture ring is set to the 's' position, or select '[Permitted]' in '[22. Using Aperture Ring]' of the '[A Custom Setting 4]' menu. Also, wait until the built-in flash finishes charging. Ensure your SD Memory Card has available space, or delete unwanted images. Finally, wait until any ongoing recording is finished.
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Jessica NelsonJul 30, 2025
Why autofocus does not work on Pentax Digital Camera?
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  Timothy HarperJul 30, 2025
  If the autofocus on your Pentax Digital Camera isn't working, it could be due to several reasons. The subject might be difficult to focus on if it has low contrast, dark colors, intricate designs, or is rapidly moving. Try locking focus on an object at the same distance, or use manual focus. Ensure the subject is within the focusing area in the viewfinder. If the subject is too close, move away. Also, verify that the focus mode is set to =.
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johnstaffordAug 4, 2025
What to do if built-in flash does not discharge on Pentax Digital Camera?
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  raymond76Aug 4, 2025
  If the built-in flash on your Pentax Digital Camera isn't discharging, it could be because the flash mode is set to C or C and the subject is bright. Try setting the flash mode to b (Manual Flash Discharge) or D (Manual Flash+Red-eye Reduct.). Also, ensure the mode dial is not set to a (Flash Off). Finally, check that H (Scene) mode is not set to A (Night Scene), K (Sunset), n (Stage Lighting), Z (Night Scene HDR), U (Candlelight), or E (Museum).
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Valerie NguyenAug 8, 2025
Why the focus cannot be locked on Pentax Digital Camera?
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  Felicia PhillipsAug 8, 2025
  If the focus cannot be locked on your Pentax Digital Camera, and [AF Mode] is set to k, autofocus will not lock. Set [AF Mode] to l (Single mode) and use the focus lock. Also, if the Capture mode is set to \ (Moving Object) in Picture mode, or n (Stage Lighting), l (Night Snap), R (Kids), or Y (Pet) in H (Scene) mode, change the Capture mode to another setting.
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Stephanie CombsAug 11, 2025
Why Shake Reduction does not work on Pentax Digital Camera?
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  nbeanAug 12, 2025
  If the Shake Reduction on your Pentax Digital Camera isn't working, first ensure that [Shake Reduction] is turned on. If using a lens where focal length information isn't available, set the focal length in the [Input Focal Length] screen. If the shutter speed is too low, turn off [Shake Reduction] and use a tripod. If the subject is too close, move away or use a tripod with Shake Reduction off.
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Caleb DeleonAug 16, 2025
Why AE Lock function does not operate on Pentax Digital Camera?
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  Geoffrey LevyAug 16, 2025
  If the AE Lock function on your Pentax Digital Camera isn't working, it might be because the shutter speed is set to h. Change the shutter speed to any other mode.
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Justin EdwardsAug 20, 2025
What to do if USB connection with a computer does not work properly for Pentax Digital Camera?
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  marynunezAug 20, 2025
  If the USB connection with a computer isn't working properly for your Pentax Digital Camera, check that [USB Connection] in the [R Set-up 2] menu is set to [MSC]. If it's set to [PTP], change it to [MSC].

Pentax K-r Specifications

General

Megapixel	12.4 MP
Camera type	SLR Camera Body
Sensor type	CMOS
Image stabilizer	Yes
Image sensor size	1/2.3 \
Image formats supported	JPG
Maximum image resolution	4288 x 2848 pixels
Still image resolution(s)	1728 x 1152, 3072 x 2048, 3936 x 2624, 4288 x 2416
Optical zoom	- x
Focal length range	- mm
Interface	AV
Power source type	AC, Battery
Aperture range (F-F)	-
Camera shutter speed	1/6000 - 30 s
Focus	TTL
Focus adjustment	Auto
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Centre weighted Auto Focus, Continuous Auto Focus, Multi Point Auto Focus, Selective Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity	200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, Auto
Light exposure correction	± 2EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter type	Electronic
Flash modes	Auto, Flash off, Manual, Pre-flash, Red-eye reduction, Slow synchronization
Flash guide number	16 m
Scene modes	Beach, Candlelight, Children, Close-up (macro), Fireworks, Museum, Night landscape, Night portrait, Portrait, Self-portrait, Snow, Sunset, Landscape (scenery)
Image editing	Crop, Rotating, Trimming
White balance	Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten
Camera playback	Movie, Single image, Slide show
Self-timer delay	2, 12 s
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional 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
Video resolutions	640 x 480, 1280 x 720 pixels
Motion JPEG frame rate	25 fps
Video formats supported	AVI
Maximum video resolution	1280 x 720 pixels
Memory slots	1
Internal memory	- MB
Compatible memory cards	SD, SDHC
Field of view	96 %
Display diagonal	3 \
Display resolution (numeric)	921000 pixels
Magnification	0.85 x
PictBridge	No
USB version	2.0
Product color	Black
Battery type	D-LI109, AA
Battery life (CIPA standard)	470 shots