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Ransome · 07-13-2020, 09:52 PM

Can I handle the Pentax camera K50 or K100D by connecting the micro-usb output from camera, to a android phone which an DSRL app is installed, for a bigger monitor for liveview shooting and video taking ?

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Adam · 07-13-2020, 09:57 PM

You cannot. However, this functionality is supported over Wi-Fi with the K-S2 and newer, via the Image Sync app. Some higher models also offer live view over HDMI, but it is not really worth the effort to try to use a phone as a monitor for that (you can use a dedicated external monitor instead).

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Ransome New Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Posts: 3	Can Pentax camera connect a phone via micro-usb for monitoring with app ? Can I handle the Pentax camera K50 or K100D by connecting the micro-usb output from camera, to a android phone which an DSRL app is installed, for a bigger monitor for liveview shooting and video taking ?

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	You cannot. However, this functionality is supported over Wi-Fi with the K-S2 and newer, via the Image Sync app. Some higher models also offer live view over HDMI, but it is not really worth the effort to try to use a phone as a monitor for that (you can use a dedicated external monitor instead). 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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