A question about “Exposure simulation” live view.

pentax360 · 11-28-2016, 03:48 PM

Does the K-70 have “Exposure simulation” live view?
Also if it does have it, can it be turned off?

It’s nice most of the time, but not all the time (like using a fast shutter speed in the dark with a flash).

What I mean by “Exposure simulation” is the live view image looks “exactly” like the final image will be.

I'd just go check one out at a store, but since I’ve never actually been able to see a pentax in person, I have to ask.

Adam · 11-28-2016, 03:56 PM

You only get actual exposure simulation in M mode, and even then it has a limited operating EV range. It can be disabled by switching to TAv and selecting a narrow aperture range, which is a hack but it works.

In all other modes the camera attempts to maintain a well-lit live view image.

MadMathMind · 11-28-2016, 10:46 PM

Originally posted by Adam

You only get actual exposure simulation in M mode, and even then it has a limited operating EV range. It can be disabled by switching to TAv and selecting a narrow aperture range, which is a hack but it works.

This is by far the worst feature of the new cameras. The K-5IIs never did this, even in manual mode. I shoot most of my stuff with flash, often in dark rooms, and I can't see anything at all unless I hit the "AF" button. It's impossible to see what's going on.

The hack will work in some circumstances but not others for me, such as when I'm extending the camera at an arm's length, as I can barely reach the buttons, let alone the dials.

anu l · 11-29-2016, 11:42 AM

Originally posted by Adam

You only get actual exposure simulation in M mode, and even then it has a limited operating EV range. It can be disabled by switching to TAv and selecting a narrow aperture range, which is a hack but it works.

In all other modes the camera attempts to maintain a well-lit live view image.

Is this like a standard for exposure simulation implementation among all cameras these days, or just a deficiency of Pentax?

Adam · 12-01-2016, 01:31 PM

Originally posted by anu l

Is this like a standard for exposure simulation implementation among all cameras these days, or just a deficiency of Pentax?

A bit of a deficiency perhaps. Hopefully it's something they will continue to address.

11-28-2016, 03:48 PM	#1
pentax360 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: OR Posts: 436	A question about “Exposure simulation” live view. Does the K-70 have “Exposure simulation” live view? Also if it does have it, can it be turned off? It’s nice most of the time, but not all the time (like using a fast shutter speed in the dark with a flash). What I mean by “Exposure simulation” is the live view image looks “exactly” like the final image will be. I'd just go check one out at a store, but since I’ve never actually been able to see a pentax in person, I have to ask.

11-28-2016, 03:56 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	You only get actual exposure simulation in M mode, and even then it has a limited operating EV range. It can be disabled by switching to TAv and selecting a narrow aperture range, which is a hack but it works. In all other modes the camera attempts to maintain a well-lit live view image. 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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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by anu l Is this like a standard for exposure simulation implementation among all cameras these days, or just a deficiency of Pentax? A bit of a deficiency perhaps. Hopefully it's something they will continue to address. 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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11-28-2016, 10:46 PM	#3
MadMathMind Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Houston, TX Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,717	Originally posted by Adam You only get actual exposure simulation in M mode, and even then it has a limited operating EV range. It can be disabled by switching to TAv and selecting a narrow aperture range, which is a hack but it works. This is by far the worst feature of the new cameras. The K-5IIs never did this, even in manual mode. I shoot most of my stuff with flash, often in dark rooms, and I can't see anything at all unless I hit the "AF" button. It's impossible to see what's going on. The hack will work in some circumstances but not others for me, such as when I'm extending the camera at an arm's length, as I can barely reach the buttons, let alone the dials.

11-29-2016, 11:42 AM	#4
anu l Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 216	Originally posted by Adam You only get actual exposure simulation in M mode, and even then it has a limited operating EV range. It can be disabled by switching to TAv and selecting a narrow aperture range, which is a hack but it works. In all other modes the camera attempts to maintain a well-lit live view image. Is this like a standard for exposure simulation implementation among all cameras these days, or just a deficiency of Pentax?

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