User manual PENTAX SMC PENTAX DA 18-55MM F3.5-5.6 AL II

[. . . ] smc PENTAX-DA INTERCHANGEABLE LENS OPERATING MANUAL FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the smc PENTAX-DA lens. Please read this operating manual carefully before using the lens to ensure that it is used properly. smc PENTAX-DA lens can be used exclusively with PENTAX digital SLR cameras. · · · · In this operating manual, "smc PENTAX-DA lens" is shortened to "DA lens. " Illustrations shown herein may differ from the actual appearance. [. . . ] To zoom in the telephoto direction, move the lock switch in the direction of 2. Check the lens and try again. MACRO LENS DA 35mm f/2. 8 Macro Limited lens adjust focus from infinity to life-size [1x]. 25 Magnification Scale The magnification is indicated by denominators on the distance scale. When determining the magnification first, set the magnification in the manual focus mode and adjust focus by moving the camera closer or further from the subject. 26 ATTACHING THE LENS HOOD In order to avoid the deterioration in image quality from internal reflection, use of the lens hood is recommended. a a. Screw-on Type (DA 70mm f/2. 4 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it. Memo: The lens hood cannot be mounted on some circular polarizing filters that are not produced by PENTAX, depending on the type. 27 b c Lens hood attaching index b. Screw-on Type (DA 40mm f/2. 8 Limited dedicated lens hood) Screw the hood on to the front of the lens to attach it. c. Bayonet Type When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in the clockwise direction to lock it as viewed from the front of the lens until it clicks into position. Memo: · When attaching the lens hood, hold the focusing ring and zoom ring securely to prevent them from turning. · When the lens hood is not in use, it can also be turned around and attached in the reversed position. 28 d Lens hood attaching index d. Bayonet Type (DA 21mm f/3. 2 AL Limited dedicated lens hood) When attaching the lens hood, align the index on the lens hood with the attaching index on the lens, and push both parts straight toward each other. Attach the lens hood on the lens by turning the hood in a clockwise direction, as seen from the front of the lens, until it stops. Memo: · Vignetting occurs if the camera is used while the hood is not completely attached. · The dedicated lens hood cannot be attached if a filter is attached to the front of the lens. To use a filter and the dedicated lens hood together, attach a 43mm diameter filter to the back of the hood. (Refer to page 33) 29 1 2 About the PL filter window If a circular polarizing filter is attached to the DA lens, you can easily turn the filter via the PL filter window on the bayonet-type hood. Lens with hood with a PL filter window - DA 14mm f/2. 8ED [IF] - DA 16-45mm f/4ED AL - DA 16-50mm f/2. 8ED AL [IF] SDM - DA 17-70mm f/4 AL [IF] SDM - DA 18-55mm f/3. 5-5. 6 AL - DA 18-55mm f/3. 5-5. 6 AL - DA 50-135mm f/2. 8ED [IF] SDM - DA 50-200mm f/4-5. 6ED - DA 55-300mm f/4-5. 8ED - DA 200mm f/2. 8ED [IF] SDM - DA 300mm f/4ED [IF] SDM 30 How to use the lens hood with polarizing filter window 1. Remove the PL filter window cap by sliding it in the direction as shown above. Turn the outer rim of the circular polarizing filter from the PL filter window as shown above. 3 3. Attach the PL filter window cap. Memo: · When shooting, be sure the PL filter window cap is in place to use the lens hood to maximum effect. 31 Built-in lens hood The following lenses have a lens hood built into the lens body. · DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm f/3. 5-4. 5ED [IF] · DA35mm f/2. 8 Macro Limited (*) Lenses marked with an * have built-in sliding hoods which should be extended. 32 FILTERS Make sure the filter size matches the lens, then screw the filter onto the front of the lens. Memo: · The compatible filter size for each lens is listed on pages 46-51. [. . . ] 765g/ 27. 0oz) Soft case S90-160 Lens DA 50-200mm f/4-5. 6ED 50-200mm (equivalent to approx. 76. 5-306mm in 35mm format) 11-10 31. 5°­8. 1° f/4­f/5. 6 f/22­f/32 KAF-mount 1. 1m (3. 6ft) Approx. 0. 24× 52mm PH-RBB 52mm 66. 5mm × 78. 5mm (2. 6in × 3. 1in) Approx. 285g/ 10oz) S80-120 DA 55-300mm f/4-5. 8ED 55-300mm (equivalent to approx. [. . . ]