Kx Action shots blurry

MPrince · 05-24-2011, 09:20 AM

There's no exif data included with that photo, but to stop motion blur of a person, you'll need at least 1/250, and probably 1/500 for a child.

But keep in mind, motion blur is not necessarily a bad thing-it can add to the impact of an image, and I think it does add to the image you posted.

Also forget the running man and other scene modes. Take creative control of your photography so that the camera does what YOU want it to do, not what it chooses to do. There are a multitude of books and online tutorials in addition to this forum to help you learn what you need to know so you can transition from taking snapshots to making photographs.

macky112 · 05-28-2011, 08:50 AM

to OP, I was unable to look up ISO info from image you posted, but maybe you can try pressing the right button to bring up ISO range, and make it AUTO 100-3200 (or 200-3200).

I was thinking maybe you accidentally locked ISO at 200

rydalot · 07-04-2011, 05:56 AM

I have misplaced my manual (new mommy brain at work again!) but I remember reading it when I first got going I was overwhelmed by the size of it! I am so thankful to forums like this full of knowledgeable people to help. I tried the ISO and it was already at 200-3200 so I went to TV and changed it to 1/250 and no more blur! Thank you everyone for your help!

wasser · 07-04-2011, 08:46 AM

Happy to hear you got it figured out rydalot. As for the missing manual, you can always use a PDF version:

Pentax K-x Camera Manual PDF

airmanflames · 07-04-2011, 12:04 PM

Shutter speed , Aperture, ISO sensitivity all work together Like others have said to freeze motion you must us high shutter speed At lest 1/100 or more. You can keep you ISO low, And use your F stop to adjust your Exposure, or you Can bump up your ISO and keep a wide F stop to keep a shallow depth of field. I would recommend learning more about exposure and how it works.

**Just1MoreDave** · 07-04-2011, 12:11 PM

It's worth downloaing a manual to have it. It may not make sense the first time but in small chunks it's OK.

Digital Cameras and Accessories - Official PENTAX Imaging Web Site

slip · 07-04-2011, 05:40 PM

more light, the faster you can set the shutter speed. less light slower shutter speed. that is the rule of thumb I always follow.

cheers

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05-24-2011, 09:20 AM	#16
MPrince Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: WV Posts: 1,495	There's no exif data included with that photo, but to stop motion blur of a person, you'll need at least 1/250, and probably 1/500 for a child. But keep in mind, motion blur is not necessarily a bad thing-it can add to the impact of an image, and I think it does add to the image you posted. Also forget the running man and other scene modes. Take creative control of your photography so that the camera does what YOU want it to do, not what it chooses to do. There are a multitude of books and online tutorials in addition to this forum to help you learn what you need to know so you can transition from taking snapshots to making photographs.

05-28-2011, 08:50 AM	#17
macky112 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Irvine, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 45	to OP, I was unable to look up ISO info from image you posted, but maybe you can try pressing the right button to bring up ISO range, and make it AUTO 100-3200 (or 200-3200). I was thinking maybe you accidentally locked ISO at 200

07-04-2011, 05:56 AM	#18
rydalot New Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 4 Original Poster	I have misplaced my manual (new mommy brain at work again!) but I remember reading it when I first got going I was overwhelmed by the size of it! I am so thankful to forums like this full of knowledgeable people to help. I tried the ISO and it was already at 200-3200 so I went to TV and changed it to 1/250 and no more blur! Thank you everyone for your help!

07-04-2011, 08:46 AM	#19
wasser Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: northern ca Photos: Gallery Posts: 427	Happy to hear you got it figured out rydalot. As for the missing manual, you can always use a PDF version: Pentax K-x Camera Manual PDF

07-04-2011, 12:04 PM	#20
airmanflames New Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 9	Shutter speed , Aperture, ISO sensitivity all work together Like others have said to freeze motion you must us high shutter speed At lest 1/100 or more. You can keep you ISO low, And use your F stop to adjust your Exposure, or you Can bump up your ISO and keep a wide F stop to keep a shallow depth of field. I would recommend learning more about exposure and how it works.

07-04-2011, 12:11 PM	#21
Just1MoreDave Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Aurora, CO Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,340	It's worth downloaing a manual to have it. It may not make sense the first time but in small chunks it's OK. Digital Cameras and Accessories - Official PENTAX Imaging Web Site

07-04-2011, 05:40 PM	#22
slip Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 2 hours north of toronto ontario canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,535	more light, the faster you can set the shutter speed. less light slower shutter speed. that is the rule of thumb I always follow. cheers