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FrancisK7 · 12-06-2012, 07:18 PM

I just bought a DFA 100/2.8 WR since I just signed up for a macro class. It occured to me it would be so much simpler to work in my studio if I could output my RAW files automatically to my PC/Lightroom as I shoot so I could see on my 30" monitor (calibrated U3011) whether I missed focus or not.

Out in the field I can rely on LV (or focus indicator) but in the studio, why not?

What would I need for such a setup? I was thinking Eye-fi SD cards but I don't think they can upload on the fly?

**Miguel** · 12-06-2012, 07:40 PM - **1 Like**

See here. Search works well too.

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/digital-processing-software-printing/2070...lightroom.html

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FrancisK7 · 12-06-2012, 07:46 PM

Originally posted by Miguel

See here. Search works well too.

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/digital-processing-software-printing/2070...lightroom.html

M

Thanks! I did not know the English word was "tether" so it was making my research difficult!

rawr · 12-06-2012, 07:49 PM

If your monitor has a HDMI input, you could also just directly plug the camera's HDMI out into the monitor, switch to LiveView, and check focus directly before taking a shot.

FrancisK7 · 12-06-2012, 07:52 PM

My U3011 has two HDMI inputs so it's definitely a possibility. Monoprice sells very cheap HDMI cables, so getting a long one would be a non issue.

That's still not true tethering and now that I know which word to use I realize the options are very limited. That's strange.

Adam · 12-06-2012, 07:54 PM

You could use your USB cable and PK_tether, I believe.

subphylum · 12-06-2012, 09:31 PM

Get a new Eye Fi. You can shoot then see your results on your computer pretty quickly.

12-06-2012, 07:18 PM	#1
FrancisK7 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Montreal Photos: Gallery Posts: 474	Output to monitor as you shoot? I just bought a DFA 100/2.8 WR since I just signed up for a macro class. It occured to me it would be so much simpler to work in my studio if I could output my RAW files automatically to my PC/Lightroom as I shoot so I could see on my 30" monitor (calibrated U3011) whether I missed focus or not. Out in the field I can rely on LV (or focus indicator) but in the studio, why not? What would I need for such a setup? I was thinking Eye-fi SD cards but I don't think they can upload on the fly?

12-06-2012, 07:54 PM	#6
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	You could use your USB cable and PK_tether, I believe. 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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subphylum New Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 15	Eye Fi Get a new Eye Fi. You can shoot then see your results on your computer pretty quickly.

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12-06-2012, 07:40 PM - 1 Like	#2
Miguel Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Near Seattle Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,743	See here. Search works well too. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/digital-processing-software-printing/2070...lightroom.html M

12-06-2012, 07:46 PM	#3
FrancisK7 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Montreal Photos: Gallery Posts: 474 Original Poster	Originally posted by Miguel See here. Search works well too. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/digital-processing-software-printing/2070...lightroom.html M Thanks! I did not know the English word was "tether" so it was making my research difficult!

12-06-2012, 07:49 PM	#4
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	If your monitor has a HDMI input, you could also just directly plug the camera's HDMI out into the monitor, switch to LiveView, and check focus directly before taking a shot.

12-06-2012, 07:52 PM	#5
FrancisK7 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Montreal Photos: Gallery Posts: 474 Original Poster	My U3011 has two HDMI inputs so it's definitely a possibility. Monoprice sells very cheap HDMI cables, so getting a long one would be a non issue. That's still not true tethering and now that I know which word to use I realize the options are very limited. That's strange.

Output to monitor as you shoot?

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