Ricoh Pentax K-3 II User Manual

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SLR Digital Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from your
camera, please read the Operating Manual
before using the camera.
Introduction
1
2
Getting Started
3
Shooting
4
Playback
5
Settings
6
Appendix

Ricoh Pentax K-3 II Specifications

General

Sensor Type	CMOS
Sensor Size	23.5 x 15.6 mm
Effective Pixels	24.35 MP
Max Resolution	6016 x 4000
Image Ratio w:h	3:2
ISO Range	100 - 51200
Lens Mount	Pentax KAF2
Focal Length Mult.	1.5x
Autofocus Points	27
Continuous Shooting Speed	8.3 fps
Viewfinder Type	Optical (Pentaprism)
LCD Screen Size	3.2"
Screen Dots	1, 037, 000
Articulated LCD	No
Max Shutter Speed	1/8000 sec
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Battery Life	720 shots
Weight	800 g (1.76 lb)
Camera Type	Digital SLR
Format	JPEG, RAW
Storage Types	SD/SDHC/SDXC
USB	USB 2.0

Summary

How to Use This Manual

Introducing the K-3 II

Names and Functions of the Working Parts

Identifies and describes all external and internal camera components and their purposes.

How to Change Function Settings

Details methods to adjust camera functions via direct keys, control panel, and menus.

Getting Started

Attaching a Lens

Instructions for correctly mounting and removing camera lenses, ensuring proper alignment.

Using the Battery and Charger

Guide on charging the camera's lithium-ion battery and safe handling of the charger.

Inserting a Memory Card

Instructions for inserting SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi, and Flucards into the camera.

Initial Settings

Covers turning the camera on and performing essential initial configurations like language and date.

Basic Shooting Operation

Explains fundamental steps for taking pictures in the default Green mode.

Shooting

Configuring the Capture Settings

Settings for memory cards, image capture, and movie capture parameters like format and pixels.

Taking Still Pictures

Guide to selecting suitable exposure modes (P, S, A, M) for still photography.

Recording Movies

Step-by-step instructions for recording video, including focus and sound options.

Setting the Exposure

Using a Flash

Setting the Focus Method

Setting the Drive Mode

Setting the White Balance

Sensor Cleaning

Playback

Deleting Selected Images

Connecting the Camera to a Computer

Developing RAW Images

Settings

Camera Settings

Saving Frequently Used Settings

File Management Settings

Appendix

Functions Available with Various Lenses

Troubleshooting

For Using Your Camera Safely