Multiple exposure questions

Bertminator · 05-19-2014, 10:12 PM

Hi all, I have a Pentax K-50, and played a little with the multiple exposure feature of the camera, and had a couple of questions. I don't really know how to word them, but first thing I can say, is thanks to my old "Cokin" filter for double exposures, I can take nice photos of (for example) same person sitting beside themselves, but I can't get my head around what I'd do with nine multiple exposures, meaning, there'd be so much over exposure & ghosting, so I guess my question is, how can you make a nice multiple exposure shot with 9 photos, and at the same time get a wonderful shot? I've always done 2 exposures in my "old SLR" days, so I'm familiar with that. Can anyone share their photos of multiple exposure with more than 2 shots, and explain your procedure?

2nd question I have is: I used to take double exposures of the moon (shot with my old 80-200 mm "M" lens & Vivitar 2x Teleconverter), then switch to my 50 mm or 28mm lens to say take a photo of the moon over my house, but with the new DSLR, when you change out the lens, the multiple exposure feature is terminated. Other than buying a 55-200 or 55-300mm WR lens, is there a way to take a multi-exposure photo while switching lenses from photo 1 to photo 2?

Adam · 05-20-2014, 12:31 AM

Stacking 2 or maybe 3 photos in-camera is manageable, but if you want to do more (i.e. 9), I'd to it in post. Same for the moon shots.

Bertminator · 05-20-2014, 06:30 AM

Originally posted by Adam

Stacking 2 or maybe 3 photos in-camera is manageable, but if you want to do more (i.e. 9), I'd to it in post. Same for the moon shots.

It begs the question then, why offer it in a DSLR camera? There must be some practical reason for it being there.

Adam · 05-20-2014, 12:34 PM

Originally posted by Bertminator

It begs the question then, why offer it in a DSLR camera? There must be some practical reason for it being there.

It's mostly a fun feature that's there for you to experiment with, but as with most types of image processing, you get more control if you do it in post.

Digitalrev has a good video on youtube showing how to put to use:

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Al_Kahollick · 05-20-2014, 08:36 PM

Originally posted by Bertminator

Hi all, I have a Pentax K-50, and played a little with the multiple exposure feature of the camera, and had a couple of questions. I don't really know how to word them, but first thing I can say, is thanks to my old "Cokin" filter for double exposures, I can take nice photos of (for example) same person sitting beside themselves, but I can't get my head around what I'd do with nine multiple exposures, meaning, there'd be so much over exposure & ghosting, so I guess my question is, how can you make a nice multiple exposure shot with 9 photos, and at the same time get a wonderful shot? I've always done 2 exposures in my "old SLR" days, so I'm familiar with that. Can anyone share their photos of multiple exposure with more than 2 shots, and explain your procedure?

2nd question I have is: I used to take double exposures of the moon (shot with my old 80-200 mm "M" lens & Vivitar 2x Teleconverter), then switch to my 50 mm or 28mm lens to say take a photo of the moon over my house, but with the new DSLR, when you change out the lens, the multiple exposure feature is terminated. Other than buying a 55-200 or 55-300mm WR lens, is there a way to take a multi-exposure photo while switching lenses from photo 1 to photo 2?

Check the box for "Auto EV Adjustment" in the multi exposure menu. This will calculate the proper exposure for however many shots you set it for so you end up with a properly exposed final pic.

SpecialK · 05-20-2014, 09:30 PM

You can also use a dark opaque card to block off areas in front of the lens to expose only a portion of the frame, then move the card, repeat, etc. Nine is a bit much, though.

Bertminator · 05-20-2014, 11:54 PM

Originally posted by Al_Kahollick

Check the box for "Auto EV Adjustment" in the multi exposure menu. This will calculate the proper exposure for however many shots you set it for so you end up with a properly exposed final pic.

Thanks for that tip! I didn't even think about that one..erp a derp.

05-19-2014, 10:12 PM	#1
Bertminator Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 80	Multiple exposure questions Hi all, I have a Pentax K-50, and played a little with the multiple exposure feature of the camera, and had a couple of questions. I don't really know how to word them, but first thing I can say, is thanks to my old "Cokin" filter for double exposures, I can take nice photos of (for example) same person sitting beside themselves, but I can't get my head around what I'd do with nine multiple exposures, meaning, there'd be so much over exposure & ghosting, so I guess my question is, how can you make a nice multiple exposure shot with 9 photos, and at the same time get a wonderful shot? I've always done 2 exposures in my "old SLR" days, so I'm familiar with that. Can anyone share their photos of multiple exposure with more than 2 shots, and explain your procedure? 2nd question I have is: I used to take double exposures of the moon (shot with my old 80-200 mm "M" lens & Vivitar 2x Teleconverter), then switch to my 50 mm or 28mm lens to say take a photo of the moon over my house, but with the new DSLR, when you change out the lens, the multiple exposure feature is terminated. Other than buying a 55-200 or 55-300mm WR lens, is there a way to take a multi-exposure photo while switching lenses from photo 1 to photo 2?

05-20-2014, 12:31 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Stacking 2 or maybe 3 photos in-camera is manageable, but if you want to do more (i.e. 9), I'd to it in post. Same for the moon shots. 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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05-20-2014, 06:30 AM	#3
Bertminator Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 80 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam Stacking 2 or maybe 3 photos in-camera is manageable, but if you want to do more (i.e. 9), I'd to it in post. Same for the moon shots. It begs the question then, why offer it in a DSLR camera? There must be some practical reason for it being there.

05-20-2014, 08:36 PM	#5
Al_Kahollick Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 390	Originally posted by Bertminator Hi all, I have a Pentax K-50, and played a little with the multiple exposure feature of the camera, and had a couple of questions. I don't really know how to word them, but first thing I can say, is thanks to my old "Cokin" filter for double exposures, I can take nice photos of (for example) same person sitting beside themselves, but I can't get my head around what I'd do with nine multiple exposures, meaning, there'd be so much over exposure & ghosting, so I guess my question is, how can you make a nice multiple exposure shot with 9 photos, and at the same time get a wonderful shot? I've always done 2 exposures in my "old SLR" days, so I'm familiar with that. Can anyone share their photos of multiple exposure with more than 2 shots, and explain your procedure? 2nd question I have is: I used to take double exposures of the moon (shot with my old 80-200 mm "M" lens & Vivitar 2x Teleconverter), then switch to my 50 mm or 28mm lens to say take a photo of the moon over my house, but with the new DSLR, when you change out the lens, the multiple exposure feature is terminated. Other than buying a 55-200 or 55-300mm WR lens, is there a way to take a multi-exposure photo while switching lenses from photo 1 to photo 2? Check the box for "Auto EV Adjustment" in the multi exposure menu. This will calculate the proper exposure for however many shots you set it for so you end up with a properly exposed final pic.

05-20-2014, 09:30 PM	#6
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,481	You can also use a dark opaque card to block off areas in front of the lens to expose only a portion of the frame, then move the card, repeat, etc. Nine is a bit much, though.

05-20-2014, 11:54 PM	#7
Bertminator Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 80 Original Poster	Originally posted by Al_Kahollick Check the box for "Auto EV Adjustment" in the multi exposure menu. This will calculate the proper exposure for however many shots you set it for so you end up with a properly exposed final pic. Thanks for that tip! I didn't even think about that one..erp a derp.