Medium Format Digital SLR Camera
Operating Manual
To ensure the best performance from your camera,
please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.
Thank you for purchasing our PENTAX 645Z medium format digital
SLR camera. Please read this manual before using the camera in order
to get the most out of all the features and functions. Keep this manual
safe, as it can be a valuable tool in helping you to understand all the
camera’s capabilities.
Lenses you can use
In general, lenses that can be used with this camera are D FA645 and
FA645 lenses, and 645 lenses that have an Aperture 9 (Auto) position.
To use any other lens or accessory, see p.28 of this manual.
Regarding copyrights
Images taken with this camera that are for anything other than personal
enjoyment cannot be used without permission according to the rights as
specified in the Copyright Act. Please take care, as there are cases
where limitations are placed on taking pictures even for personal
enjoyment during demonstrations, performances or of items on display.
Images taken with the purpose of obtaining copyrights also cannot be
used outside the scope of use of the copyright as laid out in the
Copyright Act, and care should be taken here also.
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States of America and other countries.
Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the
U.S. and/or other countries.
SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
Eye-Fi, the Eye-Fi logo and Eye-Fi connected are trademarks of Eye-Fi,
Inc.
This product includes DNG technology under license by Adobe
Systems Incorporated.
The DNG logo is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the
United States and/or other countries.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This product supports PRINT Image Matching III. PRINT Image
Matching enabled digital still cameras, printers and software help
photographers to produce images more faithful to their intentions.
Some functions are not available on printers that are not PRINT Image
Matching III compliant.
Copyright 2001 Seiko Epson Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
PRINT Image Matching is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
The PRINT Image Matching logo is a trademark of Seiko Epson
Corporation.
AVC Patent Portfolio License
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the
personal use of a consumer or other uses in which it does not receive
remuneration to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard
(“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a
consumer engaged in a personal activity and/or was obtained from a
video provider licensed to provide AVC video. No license is granted or
shall be implied for any other use.
Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
To users of this camera
• Do not use or store this camera in the vicinity of equipment that
generates strong electromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields.
Strong static charges or the magnetic fields produced by equipment
such as radio transmitters could interfere with the monitor, damage
the stored data, or affect the camera's internal circuitry and cause
camera misoperation.
• The liquid crystal panel used for the monitor is manufactured using
extremely high precision technology. Although the level of functioning
pixels is 99.99% or better, you should be aware that 0.01% or fewer
of the pixels may not illuminate or may illuminate when they should
not. However, this has no effect on the recorded image.
• In this manual, the generic term “computer(s)” refers to either a
Windows PC or a Macintosh.
• In this manual, the term “battery(ies)” refers to any type of batteries
used for this camera and its accessories.
There is a possibility that the illustrations and the display screen of the
monitor in this manual are different from the actual ones.
FOR USING YOUR CAMERA
SAFELY
We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using
this camera, we request your special attention regarding items marked
with the following symbols.
Warning This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could
cause serious personal injuries.
Caution
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could
cause minor or medium personal injuries, or loss of
property.
ABOUT THE CAMERA
Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas
are present inside the camera, with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise
damaging the camera, never touch the exposed portion. There is
a risk of electric shock.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other strong light sources
when taking pictures or leave the camera sitting in direct sunlight
with the lens cap off. Doing so may cause the camera to
malfunction or cause a fire.
• Do not look at the sun or other strong light sources through the
lens. Doing so may lead to a loss of eyesight or cause vision to
be impaired.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange
odor, stop use immediately, remove the battery or the AC
adapter, and contact your nearest service center. Continued use
can cause a fire or electrical shock.
Caution
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk
of low temperature burns when holding such portions for long
periods.
• Should the monitor be damaged, be careful of glass fragments.
Also, be careful not to allow the liquid crystal to get on your skin
or in your eyes or mouth.
• Depending on your individual factors or physical condition, the
use of the camera may cause itching, rashes or blisters. In case
of any abnormality, stop using the camera and get medical
attention immediately.
About the Battery Charger and AC Adapter
Warning
• Always use the battery charger and AC adapter exclusively
developed for this camera, with the specified power and voltage.
Using a battery charger or AC adapter not exclusive to this
camera, or using the exclusive battery charger or AC adapter
with an unspecified power or voltage can cause a fire, electric
shock, or camera breakdown. The specified voltage is 100 - 240V
AC.
• Do not disassemble or modify the product. This can cause a fire
or electrical shock.
• If the generation of smoke or strange odor from the product or
other abnormality occurs, immediately discontinue using and
consult your nearest service center. Continued use can cause a
fire or electrical shock.
• If water should happen to get inside the product, consult your
nearest service center. Continued use can cause a fire or
electrical shock.
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• If you see a lightning flash or hear thunder during use of the
battery charger or AC adapter, unplug the power plug and
discontinue using. Continued use can cause damage to the
product, fire or electrical shock.
• Wipe off the power plug if it should become covered with dust.
Accumulated dust may cause a fire.
• To reduce the risk of hazards, use only CSA/UL certified power
supply cord set, cord is Type SPT-2 or heavier, minimum NO.18
AWG copper, one end with a molded-on male attachment plug
cap (with a specified NEMA configuration), and the other is
provided with a molded-on female connector body (with a
specified IEC nonindustrial type configuration) or the equivalent.
Caution
• Do not place or drop heavy objects on or forcefully bend the AC
plug cord. Doing so may damage the cord. Should the AC plug
cord be damaged, consult your nearest service center.
• Do not touch or short-circuit the terminal area of the AC plug cord
while the cord is plugged in.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. This can cause an
electric shock.
• Do not drop the product, or subject it to violent impact. This can
cause the product to breakdown.
• Do not use the battery charger D-BC90 to charge batteries other
than the rechargeable lithium-ion battery D-LI90. Attempting to
charge other types of batteries may cause an explosion or
heating, or may damage the battery charger.
About the Battery
Warning
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with your
eyes, do not rub them. Flush your eyes with clean water and get
medical attention immediately.
Caution
• Only use the specified battery with this camera. Use of other
batteries may cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble the battery. Disassembling the battery may
cause an explosion or leakage.
• Remove the battery from the camera immediately if it becomes
hot or begins to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during
removal.
• Keep wires, hairpins, and other metal objects away from the +
and - contacts of the battery.
• Do not short the battery or dispose of the battery in fire. This can
cause an explosion or fire.
• If any leakage from the battery should come in contact with skin
or clothing, it may cause irritation to the skin. Wash the affected
areas thoroughly with water.
• Precautions for D-LI90 Battery Usage:
USE SPECIFIED CHARGER ONLY.
- RISK OF FIRE AND BURNS.
- DO NOT INCINERATE.
- DO NOT DISASSEMBLE.
- DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT.
- DO NOT EXPOSE TO HIGH TEMP. (140°F / 60°C)
SEE MANUAL.
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Keep the Camera and its Accessories out
of the Reach of Small Children
Warning
• Do not place the camera and its accessories within the reach of
small children.
1. If the product falls or is operated accidentally, it may cause
serious personal injuries.
2. Wrapping the strap around a neck may cause suffocation.
3. To avoid the risk of a small accessory such as the battery or
memory cards from being swallowed by mistake, keep them
out of the reach of small children. Seek medical attention
immediately if an accessory is accidentally swallowed.
Care to be Taken During Handling
Before Using Your Camera
• When traveling, take the Worldwide Service Network listing that
is included in the package. This will be useful if you experience
problems abroad.
• When the camera has not been used for a long time, confirm that
it is still working properly, particularly prior to taking important
pictures (such as at a wedding or when traveling). Contents of the
recording cannot be guaranteed if recording, playback or
transferring your data to a computer, etc. is not possible due to a
malfunction of your camera or recording media (memory cards),
etc.
About the Battery and Charger
• To keep the battery in optimum condition, avoid storing it in a fully
charged state or in high temperatures.
• If the battery is left inserted and the camera is not used for a long
time, the battery will over-discharge and shorten the battery’s life.
• Charging the battery a day before use or on the day of use is
recommended.
• The AC plug cord provided with this camera is developed
exclusively for the battery charger D-BC90. Do not use it with
other devices.
Precautions on Carrying and Using Your
Camera
• Do not subject the camera to high temperatures or high humidity.
Do not leave the camera in a vehicle, as the temperature can get
very high.
• Do not subject the camera to strong vibrations, shocks, or
pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera from vibrations of
motorcycles, automobiles, or ships.
• The temperature range for camera use is -10°C to 40°C (14°F to
104°F).
• The monitor may appear black at high temperatures, but will
return to normal at normal temperatures.
• The monitor may respond more slowly at low temperatures. This
is due to liquid crystal properties, and is not a malfunction.
• Sudden temperature changes will cause condensation on the
inside and outside of the camera. Place the camera in your bag
or a plastic bag, and remove it after temperatures of the camera
and surroundings are equalized.
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• Avoid contact with garbage, mud, sand, dust, water, toxic gases,
or salt. These could cause the camera to breakdown. Wipe the
camera to dry off any rain or water drops.
• Do not press on the monitor with excessive force. This could
cause it to break or malfunction.
• Be careful not to overtighten the screw in the tripod socket when
using a tripod.
Cleaning Your Camera
• Do not clean the camera with organic solvents such as thinner,
alcohol, and benzine.
• Use a lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens. Never
use a spray blower for cleaning as it may damage the lens.
• Please contact your nearest service center for professional
cleaning of the CMOS sensor. (This will involve a fee.)
• Periodic inspections are recommended every one to two years to
maintain high performance.
Storing Your Camera
• Do not store the camera with preservatives or chemicals. Storage
in high temperatures and high humidity can cause mold to grow
on the camera. Remove the camera from its case and store it in
a dry and well-ventilated place.
• Avoid using or storing the camera where it may be exposed to
static electricity or electrical interference.
• Avoid using or storing the camera in direct sunlight or in locations
where it may be exposed to rapid changes in temperature or to
condensation.
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About SD Memory Cards
• The SD Memory Card is equipped
with a write-protect switch. Setting
the switch to LOCK prevents new
data from being recorded on the
card, the stored data from being
deleted, and the card from being
formatted by the camera or
computer.
Write-protect
switch
• The SD Memory Card may be hot when removing the card
immediately after using the camera.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card or turn off the power while
the card is being accessed. This may cause the data to be lost or
the card to be damaged.
• Do not bend the SD Memory Card or subject it to violent impact.
Keep it away from water and store away from high temperatures.
• Do not remove the SD Memory Card while formatting. The card
may be damaged and become unusable.
• Data on the SD Memory Card may be deleted in the following
circumstances. We do not accept any liability for data that is
deleted if
1. the SD Memory Card is mishandled by the user.
2. the SD Memory Card is exposed to static electricity or
electrical interference.
3. the SD Memory Card has not been used for a long time.
4. the SD Memory Card or the battery is removed while the card
is being accessed.
• If the SD Memory Card is not used for a long time, the data on the
card may become unreadable. Be sure to regularly make a
backup of important data on a computer.
• Format new SD Memory Cards. Also format SD Memory Cards
previously used with other cameras.
• Please note that deleting data stored on an SD Memory Card, or
formatting an SD Memory Card does not completely erase the
original data. Deleted data can sometimes be recovered using
commercially available software. If you are going to discard, give
away or sell your SD Memory Card, you should ensure that the
data on the card is completely deleted or the card itself is
destroyed if it contains any personal or sensitive information.
• The data on your SD Memory Card should be managed at your
own risk.
About Eye-Fi Cards
• An SD Memory Card with a built-in wireless LAN (“Eye-Fi card”)
can be used with this camera.
• Use of an access point and an Internet connection are required
for transferring images via wireless LAN. For details, refer to the
Eye-Fi website. (http://www.eye.fi)
• Update your Eye-Fi card to the latest firmware before using it.
• Set [Action Mode] of [Wireless Memory Card] to [OFF], or do not
use an Eye-Fi card in a location where the use of wireless LAN
devices is restricted or prohibited, such as airplanes.
• Eye-Fi cards can be used only in the country in which the card
was purchased. Please observe all local laws governing the
Eye-Fi card usage.
• This camera features a function to enable/disable the
communication function of the Eye-Fi card, however, we do not
guarantee the operability of all Eye-Fi card functions.
• Refer to the Eye-Fi card manual for details on how to use the
card.
• Please contact the Eye-Fi card manufacturer regarding any
malfunctions or problems concerning Eye-Fi cards.
Provided Manuals
This camera comes with two manuals: “Operating Manual” (this
book) and “Menu Reference”. Use these as needed.
Operating Manual
Describes the necessary preparations before use
and the basic operations of your camera. The
“Operating Manual” contains pages 1 to 107.
Menu Reference
Describes the functions that can be set when F
is pressed and the product specifications. After you
read the “Operating Manual” and become familiar
with the basic operations of your camera, you can
carry the “Menu Reference” with you as a handy
reference guide. The “Menu Reference” contains
pages R1 to R57.
The following symbols indicate reference page numbers with
related information.
y Refer to another location within the same
document.
w Refer to a location in the other document.
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Operating Manual Contents
1 Before Using Your Camera
FOR USING YOUR CAMERA SAFELY ........................... 1
Care to be Taken During Handling ................................... 3
Provided Manuals ............................................................ 5
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Checking the Contents of the Package........................ 10
Names and Functions of Working Parts...................... 11
Operating Controls.......................................................... 12
Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor.................................. 14
Display Indicators .......................................................... 15
Monitor............................................................................ 15
Viewfinder ....................................................................... 22
LCD Panel ...................................................................... 23
Electronic Level .............................................................. 23
25
Attaching the Strap........................................................ 26
Attaching a Lens ............................................................ 26
Lens Compatibility Chart................................................. 28
Using the Battery and Charger ..................................... 30
Charging the Battery....................................................... 30
Inserting/Removing the Battery ...................................... 30
Using the AC Adapter ..................................................... 32
Inserting a Memory Card............................................... 33
Power .............................................................................. 34
Initial Settings ................................................................ 34
Language Setting............................................................ 34
Date Adjustment ............................................................. 35
Formatting a Memory Card............................................. 36
2 Getting Started
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3 Shooting Functions
Diopter Adjustment........................................................ 37
Attaching the Large Eyecup ............................................37
Testing Your Camera..................................................... 38
Shooting ..........................................................................38
Reviewing Images ...........................................................39
How to Change Function Settings................................40
Using the Direct Keys......................................................41
Using the Control Panel ..................................................41
Using the Menus .............................................................42
43
Focusing ......................................................................... 44
Selecting the Focus Mode...............................................44
Exposure Setting............................................................47
Selecting the Metering Mode...........................................47
Setting the Sensitivity ......................................................47
Changing the Exposure Mode.........................................48
AE Lock ...........................................................................50
Movie Recording ............................................................51
Playing Back Movies .......................................................52
White Balance.................................................................53
Manual White Balance ....................................................54
Color Temperature ..........................................................55
Drive Mode......................................................................56
Continuous Shooting .......................................................56
Self-timer .........................................................................57
Remote Control ...............................................................57
Multi-exposure.................................................................58
Interval Shooting .............................................................59
Interval Composite ..........................................................60
Interval Movie Record .....................................................61
Exposure Bracketing .......................................................62
Mirror Lock-up Shooting ..................................................63