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redcat · 09-07-2015, 02:23 AM

Hello,
I see recently a new trend : use the tablet/phone screen instead of the camera's LCD (for canikon of course).
Is it tethering ? I only need to see the live view on my tablet because the screen is a lot bigger (easier to fine tune focusing), I can push the button and change setting on camera.
Any solution possible for this ?
Thanks a lot !!

awaldram · 09-07-2015, 02:25 AM

Originally posted by redcat

Hello,
I see recently a new trend : use the tablet/phone screen instead of the camera's LCD (for canikon of course).
Is it tethering ? I only need to see the live view on my tablet because the screen is a lot bigger (easier to fine tune focusing), I can push the button and change setting on camera.
Any solution possible for this ?
Thanks a lot !!

Pentax flu card O-fc1

The other option for view only is HDMI but that is really more studio/large screen option as most tablet do not have hdmi in.

redcat · 09-07-2015, 02:27 AM

Originally posted by awaldram

Pentax flu card O-fc1

thanks for your quick reply, I don't really need all the features of the flu-card, I just need the Live View, any cheaper alternative exist ?

max_pyne · 09-07-2015, 02:37 AM - **1 Like**

i have an external screen (cheap from China) with a battery and HDMI in and a mounting for on top of the hot shoe.

Last edited by max_pyne; 09-07-2015 at 02:44 AM.

redcat · 09-07-2015, 02:49 AM

Originally posted by max_pyne

i have an external screen (cheap from China) with a battery and HDMI in and a mounting for on top of the hot shoe.

oh, that might be exactly what I'm looking for, what is the brand of that external screen ?

rawr · 09-07-2015, 04:27 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by redcat

the brand of that external screen

Lilliput is a popular brand of external or 'field monitors'. They are all over eBay, Amazon, B&H etc.

stevebrot · 09-07-2015, 08:54 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by redcat

I only need to see the live view on my tablet because the screen is a lot bigger (easier to fine tune focusing)

A small caution...the output in live view is not the full sensor resolution. I believe it is limited to the rear LCD resolution or even less in video capture mode. Nominal HDMI output resolution for the K-3 is 1080i in both still photo live view and playback mode. In video record mode the nominal HDMI output resolution is 720p. Actual image resolution for live view and video capture is quite a bit less. Depending on the monitor screen size and viewing distance, your ease of focus may vary.

Steve

Adam · 09-07-2015, 12:43 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

A small caution...the output in live view is not the full sensor resolution. I believe it is limited to the rear LCD resolution or even less in video capture mode. Nominal HDMI output resolution for the K-3 is 1080i in both still photo live view and playback mode. In video record mode the nominal HDMI output resolution is 720p. Actual image resolution for live view and video capture is quite a bit less. Depending on the monitor screen size and viewing distance, your ease of focus may vary.

Steve

And the flucard has similar limitations, FWIW. However, you at least you can zoom in on the image.

Originally posted by redcat

thanks for your quick reply, I don't really need all the features of the flu-card, I just need the Live View, any cheaper alternative exist ?

The card isn't going to be very costly if you get it second-hand. It's being given away for free with the K-3/K-3 II in select markets, so I'm sure you'll find one. I'd recommend going with the flucard based on your needs.

redcat · 09-08-2015, 01:51 AM

Originally posted by stevebrot

A small caution...the output in live view is not the full sensor resolution. I believe it is limited to the rear LCD resolution or even less in video capture mode. Nominal HDMI output resolution for the K-3 is 1080i in both still photo live view and playback mode. In video record mode the nominal HDMI output resolution is 720p. Actual image resolution for live view and video capture is quite a bit less. Depending on the monitor screen size and viewing distance, your ease of focus may vary.

thanks a lot, I did not know about this limit ^^

Originally posted by Adam

The card isn't going to be very costly if you get it second-hand. It's being given away for free with the K-3/K-3 II in select markets, so I'm sure you'll find one. I'd recommend going with the flucard based on your needs.

I'll definitely get one if I can find at a reasonable cost, the flucard is the best

thanksssss

Sandy Hancock · 09-08-2015, 02:59 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by redcat

I'll definitely get one if I can find at a reasonable cost, the flucard is the best

thanksssss

I have more than I need. Flip me a PM and we'll work something out.

redcat · 09-09-2015, 05:14 AM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

I have more than I need. Flip me a PM and we'll work something out.

Deal !

09-07-2015, 02:23 AM	#1
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939	Redirect your K3 live view to your phone/tablet screen Hello, I see recently a new trend : use the tablet/phone screen instead of the camera's LCD (for canikon of course). Is it tethering ? I only need to see the live view on my tablet because the screen is a lot bigger (easier to fine tune focusing), I can push the button and change setting on camera. Any solution possible for this ? Thanks a lot !!

09-07-2015, 12:43 PM	#8
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by stevebrot A small caution...the output in live view is not the full sensor resolution. I believe it is limited to the rear LCD resolution or even less in video capture mode. Nominal HDMI output resolution for the K-3 is 1080i in both still photo live view and playback mode. In video record mode the nominal HDMI output resolution is 720p. Actual image resolution for live view and video capture is quite a bit less. Depending on the monitor screen size and viewing distance, your ease of focus may vary. Steve And the flucard has similar limitations, FWIW. However, you at least you can zoom in on the image. Originally posted by redcat thanks for your quick reply, I don't really need all the features of the flu-card, I just need the Live View, any cheaper alternative exist ? The card isn't going to be very costly if you get it second-hand. It's being given away for free with the K-3/K-3 II in select markets, so I'm sure you'll find one. I'd recommend going with the flucard based on your needs. 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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09-07-2015, 02:25 AM	#2
awaldram Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hampshire Photos: Gallery Posts: 732	Originally posted by redcat Hello, I see recently a new trend : use the tablet/phone screen instead of the camera's LCD (for canikon of course). Is it tethering ? I only need to see the live view on my tablet because the screen is a lot bigger (easier to fine tune focusing), I can push the button and change setting on camera. Any solution possible for this ? Thanks a lot !! Pentax flu card O-fc1 The other option for view only is HDMI but that is really more studio/large screen option as most tablet do not have hdmi in.

09-07-2015, 02:27 AM	#3
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939 Original Poster	Originally posted by awaldram Pentax flu card O-fc1 thanks for your quick reply, I don't really need all the features of the flu-card, I just need the Live View, any cheaper alternative exist ?

09-07-2015, 02:37 AM - 1 Like	#4
max_pyne Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: zurich Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 409	i have an external screen (cheap from China) with a battery and HDMI in and a mounting for on top of the hot shoe. Last edited by max_pyne; 09-07-2015 at 02:44 AM.

09-07-2015, 02:49 AM	#5
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939 Original Poster	Originally posted by max_pyne i have an external screen (cheap from China) with a battery and HDMI in and a mounting for on top of the hot shoe. oh, that might be exactly what I'm looking for, what is the brand of that external screen ?

09-07-2015, 04:27 AM - 1 Like	#6
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Originally posted by redcat the brand of that external screen Lilliput is a popular brand of external or 'field monitors'. They are all over eBay, Amazon, B&H etc.

09-07-2015, 08:54 AM - 1 Like	#7
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by redcat I only need to see the live view on my tablet because the screen is a lot bigger (easier to fine tune focusing) A small caution...the output in live view is not the full sensor resolution. I believe it is limited to the rear LCD resolution or even less in video capture mode. Nominal HDMI output resolution for the K-3 is 1080i in both still photo live view and playback mode. In video record mode the nominal HDMI output resolution is 720p. Actual image resolution for live view and video capture is quite a bit less. Depending on the monitor screen size and viewing distance, your ease of focus may vary. Steve

09-08-2015, 01:51 AM	#9
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939 Original Poster	Originally posted by stevebrot A small caution...the output in live view is not the full sensor resolution. I believe it is limited to the rear LCD resolution or even less in video capture mode. Nominal HDMI output resolution for the K-3 is 1080i in both still photo live view and playback mode. In video record mode the nominal HDMI output resolution is 720p. Actual image resolution for live view and video capture is quite a bit less. Depending on the monitor screen size and viewing distance, your ease of focus may vary. thanks a lot, I did not know about this limit ^^ Originally posted by Adam The card isn't going to be very costly if you get it second-hand. It's being given away for free with the K-3/K-3 II in select markets, so I'm sure you'll find one. I'd recommend going with the flucard based on your needs. I'll definitely get one if I can find at a reasonable cost, the flucard is the best thanksssss

09-08-2015, 02:59 AM - 1 Like	#10
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	Originally posted by redcat I'll definitely get one if I can find at a reasonable cost, the flucard is the best thanksssss I have more than I need. Flip me a PM and we'll work something out.

09-09-2015, 05:14 AM	#11
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939 Original Poster	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock I have more than I need. Flip me a PM and we'll work something out. Deal !

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