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bilybianca · 05-09-2016, 01:01 PM

Hi folks!
Coming from a K5 the K-1 offers things unheard of in this house. As I have been out late to try pixel shift in very low light on a sturdy tripod, I have not been able to avoid trying the HDR mode as well.
I don't expect in-camera-processing to be as effective as doing it in computer, but anyway, now that it's there...

So to the question: what are the different HDR modes for? HDR Auto, HDR1, HDR2, HDR3, HDR AV? Can't find anything about it in the manual. On the rear screen the pictures of a white house in evening sun looks different, and HDR3 outright ugly.
Are these different modes there in the K3?

Kjell

Adam · 05-09-2016, 01:04 PM

Originally posted by bilybianca

Hi folks!
Coming from a K5 the K-1 offers things unheard of in this house. As I have been out late to try pixel shift in very low light on a sturdy tripod, I have not been able to avoid trying the HDR mode as well.
I don't expect in-camera-processing to be as effective as doing it in computer, but anyway, now that it's there...

So to the question: what are the different HDR modes for? HDR Auto, HDR1, HDR2, HDR3, HDR AV? Can't find anything about it in the manual. On the rear screen the pictures of a white house in evening sun looks different, and HDR3 outright ugly.
Are these different modes there in the K3?

Kjell

Advanced HDR applies a good amount of clarity and color enhancement in addition to the HDR itself. It was introduced on the K-S2, so the K-3 doesn't have this mode. Here's an example of how it works:
Pentax K-S2 Review - General Image Quality | PentaxForums.com Reviews

HDR 1-3 affect the EV spread of the exposures, with HDR 1 being the narrowest and HDR 3 being the widest. The latter thus results in a more dramatic image, while HDR 1 delivers a more natural image.

HDR Auto picks between 1-3 based on the scene. I actually tested all 5 modes yesterday, and auto seemed to pick something that roughly corresponded to HDR 2 when I was shooting a sunset.

bilybianca · 05-09-2016, 01:09 PM

Txs lots!

Kjell

**BROO** · 05-26-2016, 07:50 AM

just wondering if the HDR function on the K1 works using legacy glass without the A setting? I have a K 24mm lens.

dsneedmd · 05-27-2016, 04:48 AM

Works with any lens.

**BROO** · 05-27-2016, 05:30 AM

Okay thanks. I will give it a try this weekend.

05-09-2016, 01:01 PM	#1
bilybianca Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hassleholm, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 334	K-1 HDR modes - what are they Hi folks! Coming from a K5 the K-1 offers things unheard of in this house. As I have been out late to try pixel shift in very low light on a sturdy tripod, I have not been able to avoid trying the HDR mode as well. I don't expect in-camera-processing to be as effective as doing it in computer, but anyway, now that it's there... So to the question: what are the different HDR modes for? HDR Auto, HDR1, HDR2, HDR3, HDR AV? Can't find anything about it in the manual. On the rear screen the pictures of a white house in evening sun looks different, and HDR3 outright ugly. Are these different modes there in the K3? Kjell

05-09-2016, 01:04 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	Originally posted by bilybianca Hi folks! Coming from a K5 the K-1 offers things unheard of in this house. As I have been out late to try pixel shift in very low light on a sturdy tripod, I have not been able to avoid trying the HDR mode as well. I don't expect in-camera-processing to be as effective as doing it in computer, but anyway, now that it's there... So to the question: what are the different HDR modes for? HDR Auto, HDR1, HDR2, HDR3, HDR AV? Can't find anything about it in the manual. On the rear screen the pictures of a white house in evening sun looks different, and HDR3 outright ugly. Are these different modes there in the K3? Kjell Advanced HDR applies a good amount of clarity and color enhancement in addition to the HDR itself. It was introduced on the K-S2, so the K-3 doesn't have this mode. Here's an example of how it works: Pentax K-S2 Review - General Image Quality \| PentaxForums.com Reviews HDR 1-3 affect the EV spread of the exposures, with HDR 1 being the narrowest and HDR 3 being the widest. The latter thus results in a more dramatic image, while HDR 1 delivers a more natural image. HDR Auto picks between 1-3 based on the scene. I actually tested all 5 modes yesterday, and auto seemed to pick something that roughly corresponded to HDR 2 when I was shooting a sunset. 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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05-09-2016, 01:09 PM	#3
bilybianca Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hassleholm, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 334 Original Poster	Txs lots! Kjell

05-26-2016, 07:50 AM	#4
BROO Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2016 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 656	just wondering if the HDR function on the K1 works using legacy glass without the A setting? I have a K 24mm lens.

05-27-2016, 04:48 AM	#5
dsneedmd Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ocala, FL Photos: Gallery Posts: 33	Works with any lens.

05-27-2016, 05:30 AM	#6
BROO Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2016 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 656	Okay thanks. I will give it a try this weekend.

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