Pentax w Digital Camera User Manual


 
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Settings
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Notes on setting “F stop other than A”
When the “F stop other than A” in the custom functions is set to “On”, the
shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of an attached lens is not
set to the s position. However, the features will be restricted as shown in
the table below.
Lenses Exposure mode Restriction
FA, F, A, M, S (lens only,
or with auto diaphragm
accessories such as
auto extension tube K
Aperture-Priority
AE mode
The aperture remains wide open
regardless of the aperture ring
position. The shutter speed varies
according to the aperture ring
position, however, an exposure
error may occur. Aperture value
displays [F--] in the viewfinder and
[AV--] on the LCD panel.
FA, F, A, M, S (with
manual diaphragm
accessories such as
extension tube K
Aperture-Priority
AE mode
Pictures can be taken with the
specified aperture value,
however, an exposure error may
occur.
Aperture value displays [F--] in the
viewfinder and [AV--] on the LCD
panel.
Manual diaphragm lens,
such as reflex lens
(lens only)
Aperture-Priority
AE mode
FA, F Soft 85mm
FA Soft 28mm
(lens only)
Aperture-Priority
AE mode
Pictures can be taken with the
specified aperture value and
shutter speed, however, the built-
in light meter does not operate,
therefore, the exposure cannot be
evaluated. Aperture value
displays [F--] in the viewfinder and
[AV--] on the LCD panel.
All lenses Metered Manual Pictures can be taken with the
aperture value manually specified,
however, an exposure error may
occur. Aperture value displays
[F--] in the viewfinder and [AV--]
on the LCD panel.