Notes on [22. using aperture ring, P.284, P.284) – Pentax K-X User Manual
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When [22. Using Aperture Ring] is set to
[Permitted] in the [A Custom Setting 4]
menu, the shutter can be released even if the
aperture ring of the D FA, FA, F or A lens is
not set to the s (Auto) position or a lens
without an s position is attached. However,
the features will be restricted as shown below.
Restrictions on using lenses with aperture ring set to a position other than s
Notes on [22. Using Aperture Ring]
Lens Used
Exposure
Mode
Restriction
D FA, FA, F, A, M (lens
only or with auto
diaphragm accessories
such as auto extension
tube K)
c
(Aperture
Priority) mode
The aperture remains open regardless
of the aperture ring position. The
shutter speed changes in relation to
the open aperture but an exposure
error may occur. In the viewfinder,
[F--] appears for the aperture indicator.
D FA, FA, F, A, M, S (with
diaphragm accessories
such as extension tube K)
c
(Aperture
Priority) mode
Pictures can be taken with the
specified aperture value but an
exposure error may occur. In the
viewfinder, [F--] appears for the
aperture indicator.
Manual diaphragm lens such
as reflex lens (lens only)
c
(Aperture
Priority) mode
FA, F SOFT 85mm, FA
SOFT 28mm (lens only)
c
(Aperture
Priority) mode
Pictures can be taken with the
specified aperture value in the manual
aperture range. In the viewfinder, [F--]
appears for the aperture indicator.
When the depth of field is checked
(Optical Preview), exposure metering
starts and the exposure can be
checked.
All lenses
a
(Manual)
mode
Pictures can be taken with the set
aperture value and shutter speed. In
the viewfinder, [F--] appears for the
aperture indicator. When the depth of
field is checked (Optical Preview),
exposure metering starts and the
exposure can be checked.
The camera operates in c (Aperture Priority) mode regardless of the mode
dial setting other than a (Manual) mode when the aperture is set to other than
the s position.
22.
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2
MENU
OK
OK
Using Aperture Ring
Prohibited
Permitted
Shutter will release when
Cancel
aperture ring is not set to the
"A" position