G'Day from Australia

Bayfella · 06-04-2018, 05:03 AM

Just joined the forum as I have finally upgraded from my istDS to a K70 and have valued the info posted here on this site.
I will be looking for info on setting tweaks from the default K70 settings to get the best jpegs possible.

normhead · 06-04-2018, 06:13 AM

Welcome to the forum. I'd help with the jpegs, but it's just not something I do. But there are lots here who do use jpegs so it won't be long before someone gets here to post some info.

bertwert · 06-04-2018, 05:55 PM

In the K-70 review I believe there are some hints for using jpegs in the recommended setting tab:
Pentax K-70 Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

Welcome to the forum!

**Kerrowdown** · 06-06-2018, 12:39 PM

Welcome aboard, enjoy the camera.

**beachgardener** · 06-16-2018, 10:29 PM

G'day mate and welcome to the forum

**mikesbike** · 06-17-2018, 10:41 AM - **1 Like**

Welcome! I shoot JPEGs most of the time and find them to be very satisfactory with the models I have chosen. One recommendation I can offer, rather than turn down sharpening, leave it at default- which is up by +1 in the "Bright" setting- and at mid-point in "Natural" or increase it to match the "Bright" setting. Then be sure to add "Fine sharpening in both cases! I have found implementing "Fine sharpening" will counteract the negative over-sharpening effects found in tests for JPEGs in some Pentax bodies, and will provide excellent imaging. The "Bright" setting is best for most images, but "Natural" may be better for skin tones and for high-contrast scenes.

I have two posts in the "New in Texas K-5..." thread in which I also explain the unique Pentax Hyper System.

Bayfella · 06-17-2018, 07:45 PM

Originally posted by mikesbike

Welcome! I shoot JPEGs most of the time and find them to be very satisfactory with the models I have chosen. One recommendation I can offer, rather than turn down sharpening, leave it at default- which is up by +1 in the "Bright" setting- and at mid-point in "Natural" or increase it to match the "Bright" setting. Then be sure to add "Fine sharpening in both cases! I have found implementing "Fine sharpening" will counteract the negative over-sharpening effects found in tests for JPEGs in some Pentax bodies, and will provide excellent imaging. The "Bright" setting is best for most images, but "Natural" may be better for skin tones and for high-contrast scenes.

I have two posts in the "New in Texas K-5..." thread in which I also explain the unique Pentax Hyper System.

Thanks for the info.

ChristianRock · 06-20-2018, 09:09 AM

G'day mate! That was a big jump, from the *istD to the K70. I'm sure you're thrilled.

---------- Post added 06-20-18 at 12:10 PM ----------

Originally posted by mikesbike

Welcome! I shoot JPEGs most of the time and find them to be very satisfactory with the models I have chosen. One recommendation I can offer, rather than turn down sharpening, leave it at default- which is up by +1 in the "Bright" setting- and at mid-point in "Natural" or increase it to match the "Bright" setting. Then be sure to add "Fine sharpening in both cases! I have found implementing "Fine sharpening" will counteract the negative over-sharpening effects found in tests for JPEGs in some Pentax bodies, and will provide excellent imaging. The "Bright" setting is best for most images, but "Natural" may be better for skin tones and for high-contrast scenes.

I have two posts in the "New in Texas K-5..." thread in which I also explain the unique Pentax Hyper System.

I second this, that is what I do also.

06-04-2018, 05:03 AM	#1
Bayfella New Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Posts: 7	G'Day from Australia Just joined the forum as I have finally upgraded from my istDS to a K70 and have valued the info posted here on this site. I will be looking for info on setting tweaks from the default K70 settings to get the best jpegs possible.

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06-04-2018, 06:13 AM	#2
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Welcome to the forum. I'd help with the jpegs, but it's just not something I do. But there are lots here who do use jpegs so it won't be long before someone gets here to post some info.

06-04-2018, 05:55 PM	#3
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	In the K-70 review I believe there are some hints for using jpegs in the recommended setting tab: Pentax K-70 Review - Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews Welcome to the forum!

06-06-2018, 12:39 PM	#4
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,819	Welcome aboard, enjoy the camera.

06-16-2018, 10:29 PM	#5
beachgardener Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,842	G'day mate and welcome to the forum

06-17-2018, 10:41 AM - 1 Like	#6
mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,549	Welcome! I shoot JPEGs most of the time and find them to be very satisfactory with the models I have chosen. One recommendation I can offer, rather than turn down sharpening, leave it at default- which is up by +1 in the "Bright" setting- and at mid-point in "Natural" or increase it to match the "Bright" setting. Then be sure to add "Fine sharpening in both cases! I have found implementing "Fine sharpening" will counteract the negative over-sharpening effects found in tests for JPEGs in some Pentax bodies, and will provide excellent imaging. The "Bright" setting is best for most images, but "Natural" may be better for skin tones and for high-contrast scenes. I have two posts in the "New in Texas K-5..." thread in which I also explain the unique Pentax Hyper System.

06-17-2018, 07:45 PM	#7
Bayfella New Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Posts: 7 Original Poster	Originally posted by mikesbike Welcome! I shoot JPEGs most of the time and find them to be very satisfactory with the models I have chosen. One recommendation I can offer, rather than turn down sharpening, leave it at default- which is up by +1 in the "Bright" setting- and at mid-point in "Natural" or increase it to match the "Bright" setting. Then be sure to add "Fine sharpening in both cases! I have found implementing "Fine sharpening" will counteract the negative over-sharpening effects found in tests for JPEGs in some Pentax bodies, and will provide excellent imaging. The "Bright" setting is best for most images, but "Natural" may be better for skin tones and for high-contrast scenes. I have two posts in the "New in Texas K-5..." thread in which I also explain the unique Pentax Hyper System. Thanks for the info.

06-20-2018, 09:09 AM	#8
ChristianRock Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: People's Republic of America Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,910	G'day mate! That was a big jump, from the *istD to the K70. I'm sure you're thrilled. ---------- Post added 06-20-18 at 12:10 PM ---------- Originally posted by mikesbike Welcome! I shoot JPEGs most of the time and find them to be very satisfactory with the models I have chosen. One recommendation I can offer, rather than turn down sharpening, leave it at default- which is up by +1 in the "Bright" setting- and at mid-point in "Natural" or increase it to match the "Bright" setting. Then be sure to add "Fine sharpening in both cases! I have found implementing "Fine sharpening" will counteract the negative over-sharpening effects found in tests for JPEGs in some Pentax bodies, and will provide excellent imaging. The "Bright" setting is best for most images, but "Natural" may be better for skin tones and for high-contrast scenes. I have two posts in the "New in Texas K-5..." thread in which I also explain the unique Pentax Hyper System. I second this, that is what I do also.