Pentax 67II User Manual

Operating ManualTo ensure the best performance from your camera, please read the Operating Manual before using the camera.To ensure the best performa

8IndicatorsThe indicators displayed on the LCD panel and viewfinder show the following information.LCD Panel Viewfinder: Film counter [Page 29]: Film

9To Take the Following Kinds of Pictures FlashPage● To take a picture in a dark place or indoors58● To take a picture of a subject with a night scene

10To Start Taking Pictures Right Away1Load the BatteriesRemove the battery chamber cover and load two CR123A batteries. [Page 14]2 3Attach the LensAli

114Turn the Shutter Speed Dial to bTurn the dial while holding down the button indicated in the diagram. This sets the Aperture-Priority AE Mode. [Pag

12Structure of this ManualFor effective use of this manual, the contents have been arranged in the following order.BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]Page 1

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]13Attaching the Camera StrapPress the lock plate of the clasp in the direction of the arrow with a coin or similar object

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]14Loading the BatteriesRemove the battery chamber cover with a coin or similar object as shown in the illustration.Load t

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]15Battery life and bulb exposure time[20°C], using new batteries, based on our testing conditions.Battery life and the bu

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]16Turning the Power ONSet the main switch to i.The power is turned off when the main switch is set to d.● When the camera

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]17Low Battery WarningWhen the batteries are nearly exhausted, the low battery warning H appears on the LCD panel as a war

Welcome to the Fantastic World of Pentax Medium Format PhotographyThis medium format 672 camera gives an image area four times larger than that of the

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]18Attaching the Lens Remove the body mount cap by turning it in the direction of the arrow.Align the red dots on the came

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]19How to removeTo remove the lens, turn it to the left while depressing the lens release lever.● To protect the lens agai

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]20Depressing the Shutter Release ButtonThe shutter release button has two positions.Depressing it halfway (first position

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]21About Interchangeable ViewfinderFour types of optional interchangeable viewfinders are available.● When the AE Pentapri

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]22Remove the cover as illustrated.Attaching the viewfinderPlace the viewfinder on the upper part of the camera as illustr

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]23Depress the viewfinder unlock button to remove the viewfinder.

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]24Setting the Film Speed (ISO)Depress the film speed set button. The ISO indicator on the LCD panel blinks.While depressi

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]25Loading the Film Open the back cover by sliding the back cover release lever.Depress and shift the pressure plate accor

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]26Unfold the crank of the film spool retainer knob, turn the knob to the left and pull down.Install the emptied spool to

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]27Tear off the tape from the film and install the film to the spool retainer in the same manner as installing the emptied

1FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERAAlthough we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this pag

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]28Turn the wind lever while lightly pressing the film leader.Confirm that the film leader is evenly wound onto the spool.

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]29Close the back cover. Keep turning the wind lever until the wind lever stops. The film counter indicator A , film type

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]30CAUTIONAlign the start mark of the film and the p mark of the camera as shown in step of page 28.With a 220 film load

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]31Unloading the Film After the last frame of the roll is exposed, o and E on the LCD panel blink.The film speed indicator

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]32Confirm that G is displayed on the LCD panel. Open the back cover.Unfold the crank of the film spool retainer knob, tur

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]33Adjusting the Viewfinder DiopterAim the camera at a bright subject. While looking through the viewfinder, turn the diop

BASIC OPERATION [PREPARATION]34Installing the Correction LensTurn the rubberized eyepiece frame to the left and remove it.Install the desired correcti

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]35Using the Apperture-Priority AE ModeSet the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop.Turn the shutter speed dial to b whil

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]36Using the Multi (6)-Segment Metering ModeSet the metering mode selector to K.L is displayed in the viewfinder.In the Multi

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]37Multi (6)-Segment MeteringThis camera incorporates a high-precision six-segment TTL metering system. Light values are meas

2Precautions for Your CameraYour Pentax camera is high-precision mechanism. Handle it with great care.Precautions when taking pictures● Do not use the

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]38Holding the Camera For best results, be sure to hold the camera correctly as shown in the illustrations.Hold the camera fi

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]39Taking a Picture The viewfinder appears as illustrated below. You can use ➀ or ➁ for focusing.➀ Microprism fieldTurn the f

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]40While looking through the viewfinder, turn the focusing ring to the right or left until the image appears sharp and crisp.

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]41Depress the shutter release button halfway down. The shutter speed and film counter indicator are displayed in the viewfin

BASIC OPERATION [SHOOTING]42When the shutter is in the uncocked position, the film advance indicator o appears on the LCD panel.● Do not try to cock t

ADVANCED OPERATION43Using the Self-Timer ModeSet the main switch to r.Focus on the subject and then depress the shutter release button fully.The Self-

ADVANCED OPERATION44Eyepiece Shutter When using the camera in a situation where your eye will not remain at the viewfinder when taking the picture, su

ADVANCED OPERATION45Multiple-Exposure ModeAfter taking the first picture as normal, move the multi-exposure lever in the direction of the arrow. Cock

ADVANCED OPERATION46Depress the shutter release button. The film counter indicators in the viewfinder and on the LCD panel stop blinking.➥➥● To expose

ADVANCED OPERATION47Selecting an Exposure ModeUsing the Aperture-Priority AE ModeWhen the desired aperture is selected, the camera automatically selec

3Precautions for Battery UsageOther precautions● The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50 °C to –10 °C (122 °F to 14 °F).●

ADVANCED OPERATION48When the shutter release button is depressed halfway down, the shutter speed, the metering mode, and the film counter indicator wi

ADVANCED OPERATION49Using the Metered Manual ModeThe Metered Manual Mode is a convenient exposure mode for taking pictures using the same shutter spee

ADVANCED OPERATION50To set the shutter speed dial to a position other than b, turn the shutter speed dial while holding down the shutter speed dial lo

ADVANCED OPERATION51When the shutter release button is depressed halfway, the shutter speed and bar graph (the illustration indicates –1EV), the meter

ADVANCED OPERATION52Using the Bulb Exposure ModeThis mode is useful for the long exposures required for shooting night scenes and fireworks. The shutt

ADVANCED OPERATION53F will be displayed in the viewfinder when the shutter release button is depressed halfway.In the Bulb Exposure Mode, use a steady

ADVANCED OPERATION54About Exposure CompensationTurn the exposure compensation dial to the desired compensation value.To set the exposure compensation

ADVANCED OPERATION55Switching the Metering ModeUsing the Center-Weighted Metering ModeThe Center-Weighted Metering Mode is an orthodox metering system

ADVANCED OPERATION56Using the Spot Metering ModeThe Spot Metering Mode measures light only in the small area in the center of the viewfinder.Set the m

ADVANCED OPERATION57Using the Memory Lock FunctionDepress the memory lock button h. The exposure level is memorized and n is displayed in the viewfind

4Table of ContentsFOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA... 1Precautions for Your Camera ... 2Precautions for Ba

ADVANCED OPERATION58Using a PENTAX Dedicated External FlashUsing the TTL Auto FlashCompatible flash units are AF540FGZ, AF360FGZ, AF500FTZ, AF400FTZ,

ADVANCED OPERATION59Using the AF400T Flash Unit* To attach the AF400T flash unit to the 672 camera, an optional bracket for AF400T and 4P sync cord A

ADVANCED OPERATION60Exposure Compensation with the TTL Flash UnitIf the exposure compensation is combined with the TTL flash unit, only the amount of

ADVANCED OPERATION61AF540FGZ, AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ and AF360FGZ● In the Aperture-Priority AE Mode or when the shutter speed is set in the range of 1/30

ADVANCED OPERATION62Overview of Flash FunctionUsing other types of flash● Use of non-Pentax flash units may damage the camera. For the best results, u

ADVANCED OPERATION63Slow-Speed-Sync ShootingSet the camera’s exposure mode to the Metered Manual Mode.Turn the flash on.Select an appropriate shutter

ADVANCED OPERATION64Checking the Depth-of-FieldSlide the depth-of-preview lever on the lens until the letters g appears.The aperture will stop down to

ADVANCED OPERATION65Mirror Lock-Up Wind the film.Slide the mirror lock-up lever upward. The mirror goes up and stays in the up position.Release the sh

ADVANCED OPERATION66Time Exposure ModeSet the lens aperture ring to the desired f-stop.Slide the time exposure set lever as shown in the illustration.

ADVANCED OPERATION67Depress the shutter release button. The shutter remains open.Slide the time exposure set lever to the original position. The time

5Table of ContentsSelecting an Exposure Mode... 47● Using the Aperture-Priority AE Mode... 47● Using the Metered Manual

ADVANCED OPERATION68Infrared Index Focus on a subject as usual and memorize the focusing point on the lens distance scale.Turn the focusing ring to th

ADVANCED OPERATION69Accessories (Optional)A number of dedicated accessories are available for this camera. For further information, contact your local

ADVANCED OPERATION70●Interchangeable Focusing ScreenTwelve types of focusing screens including the standard focusing screen are available.Refer to the

ADVANCED OPERATION71BA-61/BB-61BH-61/BJ-61BE-60BG-60BA-81/BB-81BH-81/BJ-81BE-80BG-80SMC PENTAX FISH-EYE 35mm/4.5 NNOOM : Especially compatibleN : Comp

ADVANCED OPERATION72Notes on Accessories● When using the AE Pentaprism Finder 672 or Pentaprism Finder 672 in conjunction with the magnifier or eyecup

ADVANCED OPERATION73Aperture and Shutter Speed EffectsDeciding the appropriate exposure for an object that you want to photograph (the subject) is all

ADVANCED OPERATION74The Effect of ApertureAperture refers to adjusting the amount of light that hits the film, by widening or narrowing the beam, or “

ADVANCED OPERATION75Custom FunctionThe Pentax 672 offers “Custom Functions” to modify the camera’s operation to suit personal preferences. Modificatio

OTHERS76TroubleshootingWhat appears troublesome may be easily remedied. Here are some problems that may occur and their remedies. Before contacting a

OTHERS77Error Display in the Event of Incorrect OperationIn the event of unusual operation of the camera, [E] followed by double figures, e.g. [E-13],

6Names of Working PartsAE Pentaprism Finder 672 [Page 21]Exposure compensation dial release button [Page 54]Exposure compensation dial [Page 54]Wind l

OTHERS78SpecificationsType 6 ✕ 7 format SLR cameraFormat 55 ✕ 70 mmUsable film 120 roll film (10 exposures), 220 roll film (21 exposures), ISO 6 to 64

OTHERS79Mirror Instant-return mirror with lock-up deviceFilm winding With rapid wind lever (7 pre advance angle and 190 advance angle)Exposure meter T

OTHERS80WARRANTY POLICYAll PENTAX cameras purchased through authorized bona fide photographic distribution channels are guaranteed against defects of

OTHERS81In any case, however, shipping charges and customs clearance fees to be borne by the sender. To prove the date of your purchase when required,

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7Accessory guide holeBattery chamber cover [Page 14]Film spool retainer knob [Page 26]Memo holder [Page 29]Film type indicator [Page 25]Memory lock bu