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

Product type	Digital SLR camera
Brand	PENTAX
Model	K-50
Lens mount	Pentax K mount (compatible with DA, DA L, D FA, FA J lenses and lenses with A position)
Sensor	CMOS 23.6 x 15.8 mm (APS-C)
Effective pixels	16.1 megapixels (4928 x 3264)
ISO sensitivity	100 – 25600 (in 1/3 EV steps)
Shutter speed	30 s – 1/6000 s, Bulb
Exposure modes	Auto Picture, Scene (SCN), Program AE, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual, Bulb
Autofocus system	TTL phase-detection autofocus with 11 focus points
Image stabilizer	Sensor-shift stabilization (Shake Reduction)
Built-in flash	Yes, guide number 12 (ISO 100/m)
Recording formats	JPEG (★ to ★★★), RAW (DNG), RAW+JPEG
Storage media	SD, SDHC, SDXC memory cards
Video recording	Full HD (1920×1080) up to 30 fps, with sound
Power source	Rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI109, AA battery tray D-BH109 (optional), AC adapter K-AC128 (optional)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	129.0 × 96.5 × 70.0 mm (without protrusions)
Weight	Approx. 650 g (with battery and card), 590 g (body only)
Included accessories	D-LI109 battery, D-BC109 charger, I-USB7 USB cable, O-ST132 strap, S-SW138 software CD, body cap, eyecup FR, hot shoe cover FK
Maintenance and cleaning	Built-in ultrasonic CMOS sensor cleaning; use a blower for dust; contact after-sales service for professional cleaning
Operating temperature	10°C to 40°C
Safety	Do not disassemble; avoid magnetic fields; use only specified chargers and batteries; keep out of reach of children
Warranty	12 months (see conditions in the manual)

Frequently Asked Questions - K50 PENTAX

What is the battery life of the D-LI109 battery?

With a new battery at 23°C, you can take approximately 480 photos without flash or 410 with flash (CIPA standard). Playback time is approximately 270 minutes. Results vary depending on conditions.

Which lenses are compatible with the K-50?

Lenses DA, DA L, D FA, FA J as well as those with an A position on the aperture ring are fully compatible. Other lenses can be used but with limitations (refer to page 290 of the manual).

How to clean the CMOS sensor?

You can use the Sensor Cleaning function in the menu. For stubborn dust, use a blower following the procedure on p.297. For deep cleaning, contact PENTAX after-sales service (fee-based service).

Can I use AA batteries?

Yes, with the battery tray D-BH109 (optional). Use four lithium AA, Ni-MH rechargeable, or alkaline batteries. Set the battery type in the [Preferences 3] menu for accurate charge measurement.

How to set the built-in flash?

Press the flash (lightning bolt) button to raise it. Use the navigation button (▲) in pause mode to change the flash mode (Auto, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync, etc.). See section p.72 for details.

Does the camera record videos?

Yes, the K-50 can record Full HD (1920×1080) at 30 fps videos with sound. You can adjust quality, frame rate, and recording level in the [Video] menu. Maximum duration depends on the memory card.

How to save an image in RAW format?

In the [File format] menu, select RAW or RAW+JPEG. You can also press the RAW/Fx button right after a shot to save a RAW version of the last JPEG image (if the data is still in the buffer).

Which memory card should I use?

Use an SD, SDHC, or SDXC card. For video, choose a high-speed card (Class 10 or UHS-I). Format any new card or one used on another device in the [Format] menu.

How to adjust the viewfinder diopter?

Remove the eyecup, look into the viewfinder and slide the diopter adjustment lever left or right until the AF frame is clear. Replace the eyecup after adjustment.

What to do if the error message 'Memory card full' appears?

Transfer your images to a computer or delete some photos. You can also use a higher capacity card. If the card is protected, check the write-protect switch on the side of the card.

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

( ) 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

OK (Bouton OK) ....22, 24, 114

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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