composition adjustment?

ChopperCharles · 10-22-2013, 07:56 AM

Got my K-30, and I can't see how the composition adjustment feature is useful. My understanding is it can be used to adjust for perspective when shooting a building or something from a low vantage point. But In practice, I don't see any difference in the photos taken with the composition adjustment at either extreme, compared to the normal center position. Am I missing something?

Charles.

MarkJerling · 10-22-2013, 12:28 PM

Hi Charles
So far as I'm aware, it does not alter perspective. All it's doing is shifting the sensor from side to side.
Regards,
Mark

JinDesu · 10-22-2013, 12:40 PM

Originally posted by ChopperCharles

Got my K-30, and I can't see how the composition adjustment feature is useful. My understanding is it can be used to adjust for perspective when shooting a building or something from a low vantage point. But In practice, I don't see any difference in the photos taken with the composition adjustment at either extreme, compared to the normal center position. Am I missing something?

Charles.

You Tube

The above link shows the effect of composition adjust. Is yours not working similarly?

ChopperCharles · 10-22-2013, 02:15 PM

Okay yes it does that. I guess that's useful for that situation, and perhaps more useful for macro. But I was under the impression this could be used in a tilt/shift capability, in order to correct the perspective of a building. Otherwise, I don't really see the usefulness...

Charles.

Adam · 10-22-2013, 03:03 PM

Originally posted by ChopperCharles

Okay yes it does that. I guess that's useful for that situation, and perhaps more useful for macro. But I was under the impression this could be used in a tilt/shift capability, in order to correct the perspective of a building. Otherwise, I don't really see the usefulness...

Charles.

Shift, yes, tilt, no. Still can't beat a traditional T/S lens on a full-frame.

JinDesu · 10-22-2013, 03:08 PM

Originally posted by ChopperCharles

Okay yes it does that. I guess that's useful for that situation, and perhaps more useful for macro. But I was under the impression this could be used in a tilt/shift capability, in order to correct the perspective of a building. Otherwise, I don't really see the usefulness...

Charles.

It's not really "useful" specifically for the composition adjust - it's a nice little extra to have. Helps with doing macro especially. The SR feature on Pentax cameras have many little extras that when combined - gives the k-5/k-30/k-3 quite the edge on some other cameras.

10-22-2013, 07:56 AM	#1
ChopperCharles Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Durham, nc Photos: Albums Posts: 957	composition adjustment? Got my K-30, and I can't see how the composition adjustment feature is useful. My understanding is it can be used to adjust for perspective when shooting a building or something from a low vantage point. But In practice, I don't see any difference in the photos taken with the composition adjustment at either extreme, compared to the normal center position. Am I missing something? Charles.

10-22-2013, 03:03 PM	#5
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Originally posted by ChopperCharles Okay yes it does that. I guess that's useful for that situation, and perhaps more useful for macro. But I was under the impression this could be used in a tilt/shift capability, in order to correct the perspective of a building. Otherwise, I don't really see the usefulness... Charles. Shift, yes, tilt, no. Still can't beat a traditional T/S lens on a full-frame. 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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10-22-2013, 12:28 PM	#2
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,408	Hi Charles So far as I'm aware, it does not alter perspective. All it's doing is shifting the sensor from side to side. Regards, Mark

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ChopperCharles Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Durham, nc Photos: Albums Posts: 957 Original Poster	Okay yes it does that. I guess that's useful for that situation, and perhaps more useful for macro. But I was under the impression this could be used in a tilt/shift capability, in order to correct the perspective of a building. Otherwise, I don't really see the usefulness... Charles.

10-22-2013, 03:08 PM	#6
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by ChopperCharles Okay yes it does that. I guess that's useful for that situation, and perhaps more useful for macro. But I was under the impression this could be used in a tilt/shift capability, in order to correct the perspective of a building. Otherwise, I don't really see the usefulness... Charles. It's not really "useful" specifically for the composition adjust - it's a nice little extra to have. Helps with doing macro especially. The SR feature on Pentax cameras have many little extras that when combined - gives the k-5/k-30/k-3 quite the edge on some other cameras.