K50 - Digital SLR Camera PENTAX - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Digital SLR camera (DSLR)
Brand	PENTAX
Model	K-50
Dimensions (W × H × D)	129.0 × 96.5 × 70.0 mm (excluding protrusions)
Weight	Approx. 650 g (with battery and memory card), 590 g (body only)
Power supply	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI109 (supplied) or AA battery holder D-BH109 (4 AA batteries optional); AC adapter K-AC128 optional
Sensor	APS-C CMOS (23.7 × 15.7 mm) with built-in low-pass filter
Effective pixel count	16.0 megapixels (4928 × 3264)
Lens mount	K mount (compatible lenses: DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, and lenses with A position)
Viewfinder	Reflex with mirror, approx. 96% coverage, diopter adjustment)
Screen	7.6 cm (3.0-inch) TFT color LCD with approx. 921,000 dots
Built-in flash	GN 12 (ISO 100); modes Auto, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync, etc.
Exposure modes	Auto (Auto picture), Scene (SCN), Program (P), Shutter priority (Tv), Aperture priority (Av), Manual (M), Sensitivity priority (Sv), Shutter/aperture priority (TAv), Bulb (B)
Image stabilization	Sensor shift (Shake Reduction); horizon correction and Movie SR
Video recording	Full HD (1920 × 1080, 30p/25p/24p) with stereo sound; H.264 formats
Storage	SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card (Eye-Fi compatible)
Battery life	Approx. 480 shots (50% flash) per CIPA with D-LI109 battery
Connectivity	USB 2.0 (High-Speed), AV output (NTSC/PAL), wired remote terminal
Main functions	TTL phase detection autofocus (11 points), TTL exposure metering, HDR, digital filters, intervalometer, double exposure, optional GPS
Maintenance and cleaning	Sensor cleaning (vibration); blower for mirror; lens cleaned with brush; avoid solvents
Safety	Do not disassemble, avoid shocks, do not look at the sun through the lens, use only recommended accessories
Spare parts and repairability	D-LI109 battery, D-BC109 charger, USB cable, strap; annual checkup recommended; PENTAX service center
General information	12-month warranty; manufactured by PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CO., LTD.; compatible with PRINT Image Matching III
Supplied software	SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.0 LE (CD-ROM)

Frequently Asked Questions - K50 PENTAX

Which lenses are compatible with the Pentax K-50?

Lenses from the DA, DA L, D FA, FA J series as well as those with an A position on the aperture ring are fully compatible. Older lenses set to a position other than A limit certain functions.

How to use the built-in flash?

Press the Flash pop-up button located on the top of the camera. The flash raises and charges automatically. You can select the flash mode using the navigation button or the menu.

Can I use AA batteries in the K-50?

Yes, with the optional battery holder D-BH109. Use four lithium AA, rechargeable Ni-MH or alkaline AA batteries. Set the battery type in the Preferences 3 menu before use.

How to clean the CMOS sensor?

The camera has a vibration cleaning function accessible via the menu. For deep cleaning, use a blower following the instructions on pp.296-297. Avoid any direct contact with the sensor.

Which memory card should I use?

The K-50 accepts SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards. For video recording, use a high-speed card (Class 10 or UHS-I). Eye-Fi cards are also compatible.

How to activate burst mode or intervalometer?

In the Drive mode menu, select Burst (p.133) or Intervalometer (p.135). You can set the number of shots and interval.

Does the K-50 have image stabilization?

Yes, the Shake Reduction system moves the sensor to compensate for shake. It is enabled by default. For videos, Movie SR provides electronic stabilization.

How to manually adjust white balance?

Press the INFO button to display the adjustment screen, then select White balance. You can choose a preset or use the color temperature (Kelvin). Manual measurement is also possible (p.160).

Can I use an external flash?

Yes, the K-50 is compatible with P-TTL flashes mounted on the hot shoe. It supports wireless and high-speed sync modes (pp.272-280).

How to transfer photos to a computer?

Connect the camera to the computer using the supplied USB I-USB7 cable. Set the USB connection mode to MSC (mass storage) or PTP in the Preferences menu. The photos are then accessible as an external drive.

USER MANUAL K50 PENTAX

Batterie lithium-ion rechargeable D-L1109

① Bouton (Correction IL)

① Bouton (Correction IL)

14 Sur-impression (p.138)

Increments IL	Valeur de correction de l'exposition
1/3 IL	±0,3; ±0,7; ±1,0; ±1,3; ±1,7; ±2,0; ±2,3; ±2,7; ±3,0; ±3,3; ±3,7; ±4,0; ±4,3; ±4,7; ±5,0
1/2 IL	±0,5; ±1,0; ±1,5; ±2,0; ±2,5; ±3,0; ±3,5; ±4,0; ±4,5; ±5,0

Affichage 4/9/16/36/81 imagettes

Amplification des tons

Assistance AF 19, 70, 112

AUTO (Image auto.),

mode 68,90

rechargeables Ni-MH .... 52

Bouchon de boftier 59

Boussole electronique ... 30, 299

Bouton de navigation

( ) 22, 24, 41, 80

Bouton vert 21, 179

INFO (Bouton INFO) .... 21, 24, 25, 31, 200

Info/optionsprograme 243

(Bouton Lecture) ..21, 24, 76

MENU (Bouton
MENU) 22, 24, 44

Mer & Neige 92

Portrait nocturne 90, 91

RAW/Fx, bouton 21, 182

Réglages capture image ....154

Réglages capture video 141

Réglages plaque dynamiq ....164

For customers in USA STATEMENT OF FCC COMPLIANCE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For customers in Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply.

The lithium battery used in this camera contains perchlorate material, which may require special handling.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Declaration of Conformity

According to 47CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for

Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals

We: PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION

Located at: 633 17th Street, Suite 2600 Denver, Colorado 80202 U.S.A. Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]

Declare under sole responsibility that the product identified herein complies with 47CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on the statistical basis as required by 47CFR §2.909. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47CFR §15.101 to §15.109.

Product Name: Digital Camera

Model Number: K-50

Contact person: Customer Service Manager

Date and Place: May, 2013, Colorado

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DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

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GERMANY
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PENTAX RICOH IMAGING AMERICAS CORPORATION

633 17th Street, Suite 2600, Denver, Colorado 80202, U.S.A.
(http://www.pentaximaging.com)

PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CANADA INC.

1770 Argentina Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3S7, CANADA (http://www.pentax.ca)

PENTAX RICOH IMAGING CHINA CO., LTD.

23D, Jun Yao International Plaza, 789 Zhaojiabang Road, Xu Hui District, Shanghai, 200032, CHINA (http://www.pentax.com.cn)