Ricoh K3 Manual

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u Caution• Be sure to insert an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard in the SD2 slot. 
If it is inserted in the SD1 slot, the wireless LAN function 
cannot be used. When an Eye-Fi card or a Flucard is not 
inserted in the SD2 slot, the [Wireless Memory Card] settings 
of the  D3 menu cannot be set.
• Be sure to set up a wireless LAN access point on a computer  for the card connection.
• For RAW images and movie files, the success of transfer  depends on the specifications and settings of the Eye-Fi card 
in use.
• Images may not be transferred when the battery level is low.
• It may take time to transfer a large number of images. The  camera may turn off if the internal temperature of the camera 
becomes high.
• For precautions on the Eye-Fi card, refer to “About Eye-Fi  Cards” (p.102).
t  Memo• A smartphone can be used to operate this camera when a 
Flucard compatible with this camera is used. Refer to the 
Flucard manual for details on how to use the card.
• When an Eye-Fi card is used, 100 images can be stored in a  single folder. For RAW+ images, two files are counted as one 
image.
• In Step 2, select [Communication Info] to check the Wireless  LAN information, and [Firmware Info/Options] to check the 
firmware version of the cards.
• When [Reset Transfer Settings] is selected in Step 2, the  [Action Mode] setting is returned to their default values. 
						

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×: Not available
Restrictions on the Combinations of Special Functions
Composition Adjust.HDR Capture Save RAW DataDistortion 
CorrectionDigital Filter
Flash×
Drive Mode
Continuous Shooting××
Exposure Bracketing×
Mirror Lock-up Shooting×
Multi-exposure×× ×
Interval Shooting×
Interval Composite×× ××
Interval Movie Record××
HDR Capture×
AA Filter Simulator× 
						

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All exposure modes are available when DA, DA L, or FA J lens 
is used, or when a lens with an 9 position is used with the 
aperture ring set to the  9 position.
When they are used in a position other than  9, or other lenses 
are used, the following restrictions apply.
x : Available    #: Restricted    ×: Not available
*1 Lenses with a maximum aperture of F2.8 or faster. Only available at  the 9 position.
*2 Lenses with a maximum aperture of F5.6 or faster.
*3 Available when using the built-in flash, AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, 
AF360FGZ, AF360FGZ II, AF200FG or AF160FC. *4 Only available with compatible lenses.
*5 Distortion Correction and Peripheral Illumination Correction are 
disabled when a DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm lens is used.
*6 To use an FA SOFT 28mm F2.8 lens, FA SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, or 
F SOFT 85mm F2.8 lens, set [27. Using Aperture Ring] to [Enable] in 
the E4 menu. Pictures can be taken with the aperture you set, but 
only within a manual aperture range.
*7 Only available with an FA 31mm F1.8 Limited, FA 43mm F1.9  Limited, or FA 77mm F1.8 Limited lens.
*8 Fixed to [Spot].
*9 J with the aperture open. (The aperture ring has no effect on the 
actual aperture value.)
u  Caution• When the aperture ring is set to a position other than  9 or a 
lens without an  9 position or accessories such as an auto 
extension tube or auto bellows are used, the camera will not 
operate unless [27. Using Aperture Ring] is set to [Enable] in 
the  E4 menu. Refer to “Using the Aperture Ring” (p.83) for 
details.
Functions Available with Various 
Lenses
Lens
[Mount type]
FunctionDA
DA L
D FAFA J
FA *6F *6AM
P
[KAF]
[KAF2]
[KAF3]
[KAF]
[KAF2][KAF][KA][K]
Autofocus
(Lens only)
(With AF adapter 1.7x)
*1x – x
– x
– –
#–
#
Manual focus
(With focus indicator)
*2(With matte field) xxxxx
Quick-shift focus    #*4××××
Focus point selection mode 
[Auto] xxx
   #*8×
AE Metering [Multi-segment] xxxx×
G/H /I /J /K  mode xxxx    #*9
L mode xxxx #
P-TTL auto flash *3xxxx×
Power zoom –×–––
Automatically obtaining the 
lens focal length information xxx
××
Lens Correction
x*5   ×*7×××
Lens names and mount names
DA lenses with a motor and FA zoom lenses with power 
zoom use the K
AF2 mount. DA lenses with a motor and no AF 
coupler use the KAF3 mount.
FA single focal length lenses (non-zoom lenses), DA or DA 
L lenses without a motor, and D FA, FA J and F lenses use 
the K
AF mount.
Refer to respective lens manuals for details. 
						

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Depending on the lens being used, the use of the built-in flash 
may be limited.The Shake Reduction function operates by obtaining the lens 
information such as focal length. Set the focal length when 
using a lens of which the focal length information cannot be 
automatically obtained.
1Turn the camera off.
2Attach a lens to the camera and turn the camera 
on.
The [Input Focal Length] screen appears.
3Use  AB to set the focal 
length.
Press  C to select a value from 
the list.
When using a zoom lens, select 
the actual focal length which the 
zoom is set to.
4Press  E.The camera returns to standby mode.
t Memo• The focal length setting can be changed in [Input Focal 
Length] of the  A3 menu.
• When using a lens without an  9 position or a lens with an  9 
position with the aperture ring set to a position other than  9, 
set [27. Using Aperture Ring] to [Enable] in the  E4 menu. 
(p.83)
Compatibility with the Built-in Flash
LensRestrictions when using the  built-in flash
DA FISH-EYE 10-17mm 
F3.5-4.5 ED (IF)/
DA 12-24mm F4 ED AL/
DA 14mm F2.8 ED (IF)/
FA
k300mm F2.8 ED (IF)/
DAk560mm F5.6 ED AW/
FAk600mm F4 ED (IF)/
FAk250-600mm F5.6 ED 
(IF) The built-in flash is not available 
due to vignetting.
F FISH-EYE 17-28mm 
F3.5-4.5 Vignetting may occur if the focal 
length is less than 20 mm.
DA 16-45mm F4 ED AL When the focal length is less than 
28 mm, or when the focal length 
is 28 mm and the shooting 
distance is 1 m or less, vignetting 
may occur.
DA
k16-50mm F2.8 ED 
AL (IF) SDM When the focal length is 20 mm 
or less or when the focal length is 
35 mm and the shooting distance 
is less than 1.5 m, vignetting may 
occur.
DA 17-70mm F4 AL (IF) 
SDM When the focal length is less than 
24 mm or when the focal length is 
35 mm and the shooting distance 
is 1 m or less, vignetting may 
occur.
DA 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 
ED AL (IF) Vignetting may occur if the focal 
length is less than 35 mm.
DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 
ED SDM Vignetting may occur if the focal 
length is less than 24mm.
FAk28-70mm F2.8 ALVignetting may occur if the focal 
length is 28 mm and the shooting 
distance is less than 1 m.
FA SOFT 28mm F2.8/
FA SOFT 85mm F2.8 The built-in flash always 
discharges fully.
Setting the Focal LengthA
3
LensRestrictions when using the 
built-in flash
I n p u t   F o c a l   L e n g t hInput Focal Length
O KOK
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The shutter can be released even if the aperture ring of the D 
FA, FA, F or A lens is not set to the 9 position or a lens without 
an  9 position is attached.
Select [Enable] in [27. Using Aperture 
Ring] of the  E4 menu.
The following restrictions apply depending on the lens being used.
t  Memo• If the aperture ring is set to a position other than  9, the 
camera operates in  J mode regardless of the mode dial 
setting except when set to L , M  or N  mode.
• [F--] appears for the aperture indicator in the status screen,  Live View screen and viewfinder and on the LCD panel.Using the Aperture RingE4
Lens UsedExpo-
sure 
ModeRestriction
D FA, FA, F, A, M 
(lens only or with 
automatic diaphragm 
accessories such as 
auto extension tube K)
J The aperture remains open.
The shutter speed changes in 
relation to the open aperture 
but an exposure deviation may 
occur.
D FA, FA, F, A, M, S 
(with diaphragm 
accessories such as 
extension tube K) J
Pictures can be taken with a 
set aperture value but an 
exposure deviation may occur.
Manual diaphragm 
lens such as reflex 
lens (lens only) J
FA SOFT 28mm/
FA SOFT 85mm/
F SOFT 85mm
(lens only) JPictures can be taken with a 
set aperture value in the 
manual aperture range.
The exposure can be checked 
with Optical Preview.
All lenses LPictures can be taken with a 
set aperture value and shutter 
speed.
The exposure can be checked 
with Optical Preview.
C a n c e lCancelO KOK
S h u t t e r   w i l l   r e l e a s e   w h e nShutter will release whena p e r t u r e   r i n g   i s   n o t   s e t   t o   t h eaperture ring is not set to the A    p o s i t i o nA position
U s i n g  A p e r t u r e   R i n gUsing Aperture Ring2 7 .27.D i s a b l eDisable11E n a b l eEnable22
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Using an optional external flash AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, 
AF360FGZ, AF360FGZ II, AF200FG or AF160FC enables a 
variety of flash modes, such as P-TTL auto flash mode.
x: Available    #: Restricted    ×: Not available
*1 Available only when using a DA, DA L, D FA, FA J, FA, F or A lens.
*2 Shutter speed of 1/90 seconds or slower.
*3 When combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or  AF360FGZ II, 1/3 of the flash discharge can be output by the built-in 
flash and 2/3 can be output by the external flash. *4 Available only when combined with the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, 
AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II.
*5 Multiple AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II units,  or a combination of an AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or 
AF360FGZ II unit and the built-in flash is required.
u Caution• Never press the 1  button when any external flash unit is 
attached to the camera. The built-in flash will hit the external 
flash. If you want to use both at once, set the wireless mode 
or connect them using an extension cord.
• Flashes with the reversed polarity (the center contact on the  hot shoe is minus) cannot be used due to the risk of damaging 
the camera and/or flash.
• Do not combine with accessories that have a different  number of contacts, such as a Hot Shoe Grip, as a 
malfunction may occur.
• Combining with flashes from other manufacturers may cause  equipment breakdown.
t  Memo• With the AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II, AF360FGZ, or 
AF360FGZ II, you can use the high-speed sync flash to 
discharge the flash and take a picture at a shutter speed 
faster than 1/180 seconds. Select an exposure mode (such 
as  I ) which allows you to set the shutter speed.
• By using two external flashes (AF540FGZ, AF540FGZ II,  AF360FGZ, or AF360FGZ II) or using the built-in flash with 
one or more external flashes, you can use the wireless mode 
to shoot in P-TTL flash mode without connecting the flash 
units with a cord. In this case, set the camera channel on the 
external flashes. The set channel can be checked on the 
status screen, Live View screen, LCD panel, and in the 
viewfinder.
• You can connect an external flash  to the camera with a sync cord by 
using the X-sync socket. Remove 
the Sync socket 2P cap to connect 
a sync cord to the X-sync socket.
Functions when Using an 
External Flash
Flash
Camera FunctionBuilt-in FlashAF540FGZAF540FGZ IIAF360FGZAF360FGZ II
AF200FGAF160FC
Red-eye reduction flash xxx
Auto Flash Discharge xxx
Automatically switching to 
the flash sync speed xxx
Aperture value is 
automatically set in G  mode 
and  I mode. xxx
P-TTL auto flash    x
*1   x*1   x*1
Slow-speed Sync xxx
Flash Exposure 
Compensation xxx
AF assist light of external 
flash
×x×
Trailing Curtain Sync *2xx×
Contrast control sync flash 
mode    #*3x
   #*4
Slave flash×x×
High-speed sync×x×
Wireless flash    #*4   x*5× 
						

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The following functions are available when the optional GPS 
unit O-GPS1 is attached to this camera.
t Memo• Refer to the manual of the GPS unit for details on how to 
attach the unit and information on the unit’s functions.
• To display [Electronic Compass], refer to “Shooting Info  Display” (p.12).
u  Caution• “Simple Navigation” cannot be used with this camera.
1Set the mode dial to  M.
2Select [GPS] in  A2 menu and press  D.The [GPS] screen appears.
3Select [ASTROTRACER] and press  D.The [ASTROTRACER] screen appears.
4Set [Action in B Mode] to 
a  and press E .
5To set the desired exposure time, first set 
[Timed Exposure] to [ON].
You can set the exposure time between 010 and 500 in 
[Exposure Time].
6Press F three times.The camera returns to standby mode.
7Press the shutter release button fully.Shooting starts.
8Press the shutter release button fully again.Shooting stops.
When [Timed Exposure] is enabled, shooting ends 
automatically after the set time has elapsed.
u Caution• When ASTROTRACER is activated, the drive mode cannot 
be set to [Mirror Lock-up Shooting] and [Multi-exposure].
Using the GPS Unit
Electronic 
Compass The current latitude, 
longitude, altitude, 
direction, and 
Coordinated 
Universal Time 
(UTC) are displayed.
ASTRO-
TRACER Tracks and captures celestial bodies.
By matching the movement of the camera’s 
built-in Shake Reduction unit with the 
movement of celestial bodies, celestial bodies 
can be captured as individual points even when 
shooting with a long exposure setting. (p.85)
GPS Time 
Sync Automatically adjusts the camera’s date and 
time settings using information acquired from 
GPS satellites.
N  36°45.410N  36°45.410W140°02.000W140°02.00089m89m
09/09/201309/09/201310:00:0010:00:00
0°
Shooting Celestial Bodies 
(ASTROTRACER)A
2
A c t i o n   i n   B   M o d eAction in B ModeA S T R O T R A C E RASTROTRACER
P r e c i s e   C a l i b r a t i o nPrecise CalibrationT i m e d   E x p o s u r eTimed ExposureE x p o s u r e   T i m eExposure TimeG P S   L E D   I n d i c a t o r sGPS LED Indicators 
						

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t Memo• In rare cases, the camera may not operate correctly due to 
static electricity. This can be remedied by taking the battery 
out and putting it back in again. If the camera operates 
correctly, it does not require any repairs.
Troubleshooting
ProblemCauseRemedy
The camera does 
not turn on. Battery is not 
installed properly.
Check the orientation of the 
battery.
The battery power 
is low. Charge the battery.
The shutter cannot 
be released. The built-in flash is 
being charged.
Wait until charging is finished.
There is no 
available space on 
the memory card. Insert a memory card with 
available space or delete 
unwanted images.
Data being 
processed. Wait until processing is 
finished.
The lens aperture 
ring is set to a 
position other than 
9 Set the lens aperture ring to the 
9
 position or select [Enable] in 
[27. Using Aperture Ring] of the 
E 4 menu. (p.83)
Autofocus does 
not work. The subject is 
difficult to focus 
on.v
 cannot work well for low-
contrast objects (the sky, white 
walls, etc.), dark colors, 
intricate designs, rapidly-
moving objects or scenery shot 
through a window or a net-like 
pattern.
Lock focus on another object 
located at the same distance as 
your subject, then aim at the 
target and take a picture. 
Alternatively, use w .
The subject is too 
close. Move away from the subject 
and take a picture.
The focus cannot 
be locked. AF Mode of Live 
View is set to 
f.Set [Contrast AF] to 
e, g , 
h  or  i. (p.44)
The built-in flash 
does not 
discharge. The flash mode is 
set to 
A or  B. When the flash mode is set to 
A
 or B , the flash will not 
discharge if the subject is 
bright.
Change the flash mode. (p.41)
The camera is not 
recognized when it 
is connected to a 
computer. The USB 
connection mode 
is set to [PTP].
Set [USB Connection] to [MSC] 
in the 
D2 menu.
Dust or dirt 
particles appear in 
images. The CMOS sensor 
is dirty or dusty. Activate [Dust Removal] from 
the 
D4 menu. The Dust 
Removal function can be 
activated every time the camera 
is turned on and off.
Refer to “Sensor Cleaning” 
(p.87) if the problem persists.
There are pixels in 
the monitor or 
captured images 
that do not light up 
or remain lit. There are 
defective pixels in 
the CMOS sensor. Activate [Pixel Mapping] from 
the 
D4 menu.
It takes about 30 seconds to 
correct the defective pixels, so 
be sure to install a fully charged 
battery.
ProblemCauseRemedy 
						

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Dust Alert is the function that detects dust adhering to the 
CMOS sensor and visually displays the location of the dust.
Make sure that the camera is in the following status.
• Attach a DA, DA L, FA J lens or a D FA, FA or F lens that has an  9 position, and set the aperture ring to the  9 position.
• Turn the Stills/Movie switch to  A.
• Set the focus mode switch to  v.
1Select [Dust Alert] in  D4 menu and press D.The [Dust Alert] screen appears.
2Fully display a white wall or other bright subject 
with no detail in the viewfinder and press the 
shutter release button fully.
After image processing is performed, the Dust Alert image 
appears.
If [The operation could not be completed correctly] appears, 
press  E and take another picture.
3Check the sensor for dust.Use  R  to display the Dust Alert 
image at full screen display.
4Press  E.The Dust Alert image is saved and the  D4 menu reappears.
t  Memo• Only the latest Dust Alert image is saved to the SD1 slot 
memory card for approximately 30 minutes. If Sensor 
Cleaning is performed during this time, the Dust Alert image 
can be checked while cleaning the sensor. (If the SD1 slot is 
disabled, the image is not saved. You cannot check the image 
in playback mode.) Raise the mirror up and open the shutter when cleaning the 
CMOS sensor with a blower.
1Turn the camera off and remove the lens.
2Turn the camera on.
3Select [Sensor Cleaning] in 
D4 menu and press 
D .
The [Sensor Cleaning] screen appears.
4Select [Mirror Up] and press  E.The mirror rises up.
If a Dust Alert image is saved, it appears.
5Clean the CMOS sensor with a blower.
6Turn the camera off.The mirror automatically returns to its original position.
u Caution• Never use a spray blower or a blower with a brush. The 
CMOS sensor may be damaged. Do not wipe the CMOS 
sensor with a cloth.
• Do not put the tip of the blower inside the lens mount area. If  the power is turned off, this may cause damage to the shutter, 
CMOS sensor and the mirror.
• When the battery level is low, the message [Not enough  battery power remaining to clean sensor] is displayed on the 
monitor. Install a fully charged battery. If the battery capacity 
becomes low during cleaning, a warning beep will sound. In 
this case, stop cleaning immediately.
t  Memo• Please contact your nearest service center for professional 
cleaning as the CMOS sensor is a precision part.
• You can use the optional Imagesensor Cleaning kit O-ICK1  when cleaning the CMOS sensor.
Sensor Cleaning
Detecting Dust on the CMOS Sensor (Dust Alert)
E x i tExitx 1x1
Removing Dust with a Blower 
						

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Error Messages
Error MessagesDescription
Memory card full The memory card is full and no more 
images can be saved. Insert a new 
memory card or delete unwanted files.
No image There are no images that can be played 
back on the memory card.
This image cannot be  displayed You are trying to play back an image in a 
format not supported by this camera. You 
may be able to play it back on a computer.
No card in the camera There is no memory card inserted in the 
camera.
Memory card error The memory card has a problem, and 
image capture and playback are 
impossible. You may be able to play it 
back on a computer.
Failed to initialize the Eye-Fi function 
when using the Eye-Fi card. Press 
E.
Card is not formatted The memory card you have inserted is 
unformatted or has been previously used 
on another device and is not compatible 
with this camera. Use the card after 
formatting it with this camera.
Card is locked The write-protect switch on the memory 
card you have inserted is locked. (p.102)
This image cannot be  magnified You are trying to magnify an image that 
cannot be magnified.
This image is protected You are trying to delete an image that is 
protected. Remove protection from the 
image. (p.75)
Not enough battery
power remaining to
activate Pixel Mapping Appears during Pixel Mapping, Sensor 
Cleaning, or when trying to update the 
firmware if the battery level is insufficient. 
Install a fully charged battery.
Not enough battery
power remaining to
clean sensor
Not enough battery
power remaining to
update the firmware
Unable to update firmware.
There is a problem with the
firmware update file Unable to update the firmware. The 
update file is damaged. Try downloading 
the update file again.
Image folder cannot be 
createdThe maximum folder number (999) is 
being used, and no more images can be 
saved. Insert a new memory card or 
format the card.
Unable to store image The image could not be saved because of 
a memory card error.
The operation could not be 
completed correctlyThe camera was unable to adjust the 
manual white balance. Try the operation 
again.
No more images can be selected You are trying to select more than the 
maximum number of images for the 
following functions.
• Select & Delete
• Image Copy
• Index
• RAW Development
•Protect
• Eye-Fi Image Transfer
No image can be processed There are no images that can be 
processed using the Digital Filter or RAW 
Development function.
This image cannot be  processed Appears when you try to perform Resize, 
Cropping, Digital Filter, Movie Edit, RAW 
Development, or Save as Manual WB for 
images captured with other cameras, or 
when you try to perform Resize or 
Cropping for minimum file size images.
The camera failed
to create an image The creation of an index print image 
failed.
Error MessagesDescription