K-S2 JPG settings ?

nlecaude · 08-02-2015, 09:37 AM

Hello,

I'd rather shoot JPEG than RAW due to file sizes. Anyone can recommend good settings for JPEG for the K-S2 ? I'm currently using the Natural preset but I wonder if I should tweak it ?

Thanks !

Adam · 08-02-2015, 10:18 AM

Originally posted by nlecaude

Hello,

I'd rather shoot JPEG than RAW due to file sizes. Anyone can recommend good settings for JPEG for the K-S2 ? I'm currently using the Natural preset but I wonder if I should tweak it ?

Thanks !

It really depends on what you're shooting, but natural is a good starting point for post-processing since it doesn't over-saturate colors as much. You may still need to adjust the saturation slider when shooting bright colors, though.

Also, if you're shooting with primes and no AA filter simulator, make sure you turn the sharpness setting all the way down, as otherwise your JPEGs may look over-sharpened.

Professor Batty · 08-02-2015, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Also, if you're shooting with primes and no AA filter simulator, make sure you turn the sharpness setting all the way down, as otherwise your JPEGs may look over-sharpened.

+1 on this. Pentax JPEGs are really good (I really can't do much better in RAW) but never 'presharpen' them (unless you are going straight to the web.). It is usually a good idea to save sharpening for the very last step in your workflow.

SpecialK · 08-02-2015, 10:56 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by nlecaude

Hello,

I'd rather shoot JPEG than RAW due to file sizes.

Why is this a factor? There is no one setting for every shot - which is a main benefit of making adjustments to suit the image in post-processing.

08-02-2015, 09:37 AM	#1
nlecaude New Member Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 3	K-S2 JPG settings ? Hello, I'd rather shoot JPEG than RAW due to file sizes. Anyone can recommend good settings for JPEG for the K-S2 ? I'm currently using the Natural preset but I wonder if I should tweak it ? Thanks !

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	Originally posted by nlecaude Hello, I'd rather shoot JPEG than RAW due to file sizes. Anyone can recommend good settings for JPEG for the K-S2 ? I'm currently using the Natural preset but I wonder if I should tweak it ? Thanks ! It really depends on what you're shooting, but natural is a good starting point for post-processing since it doesn't over-saturate colors as much. You may still need to adjust the saturation slider when shooting bright colors, though. Also, if you're shooting with primes and no AA filter simulator, make sure you turn the sharpness setting all the way down, as otherwise your JPEGs may look over-sharpened. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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Professor Batty Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 118	Quote: Also, if you're shooting with primes and no AA filter simulator, make sure you turn the sharpness setting all the way down, as otherwise your JPEGs may look over-sharpened. +1 on this. Pentax JPEGs are really good (I really can't do much better in RAW) but never 'presharpen' them (unless you are going straight to the web.). It is usually a good idea to save sharpening for the very last step in your workflow.

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SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,480	Originally posted by nlecaude Hello, I'd rather shoot JPEG than RAW due to file sizes. Why is this a factor? There is no one setting for every shot - which is a main benefit of making adjustments to suit the image in post-processing.

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