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Pentax K10D User Manual

Pentax K10D
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Function Reference
Choose the part of the screen to use for measuring brightness and
determining exposure. L (Multi-segment metering), M (Center-weighted
metering) or N (Spot metering) mode can be selected. The factory default
setting is L (Multi-segment metering).
Set with the metering mode lever. (p.18)
The scene in the viewfinder is metered in
16 different zones as shown in the
illustration when using the multi-segment
metering. This mode automatically
determines what level of brightness is in
which portion.
Selecting the Metering Method
L
Multi-segment
metering
Segments the screen in 16 parts, meters each portion
and determines the appropriate exposure.
M
Center-
weighted
metering
Measures the entire screen with an emphasis on the
center and determines the exposure.
N
Spot metering
Measures only the center of the screen and determines
exposure.
Using the Multi-Segment Metering
The center-weighted metering mode is automatically set even if you select the
multi-segment metering mode when using a lens other than a DA, D FA, FA J, FA,
F or A lens, or when lens aperture ring is set at other than
s
. (Can only be used if
permission is set in [Using aperture ring] (p.35) in the [
A
Custom Setting] menu.)

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Pentax K10D Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel10.2 MP
Sensor typeCCD
Maximum image resolution3872 x 2592 pixels
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Color depth3x8, 3x12, 3x22 bit
Digital SLRYes
Video capabilityNo
Camera shutter speed1/4000 - 30 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows 2000/XP, Mac OS X 10.2+
Filter size23.5 mm
FocusTTL
Auto focusing (AF) modesCentre weighted Auto Focus
Flash modesAuto
Display diagonal2.5 \
Display resolution (numeric)210000 pixels
USB version2.0
Photo effectsblack&white, Sepia
White balanceauto, Cloudy, daylight, flash, Fluorescent, manual, Shade, Tungsten
Camera playbackSlide show
Self-timer delay2, 12 s
MaterialPolycarbonate
Product colorBlack
Compatible memory cardssd
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
Light exposure modesaperture priority AE, auto, manual, shutter priority AE
Camera shutter typeElectronic
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth101 mm
Width141.5 mm
Height70 mm
Weight710 g

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