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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
04-07-2011, 10:50 AM
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Thanks Buddy!!!! I appreciate it.
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-04-2011, 11:06 AM
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Thanks allot! I think I am getting this now.
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-03-2011, 10:04 AM
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Ok thanks for pointing that out my lack of experience is definitely showing here... I guess I am confusing EV steps "Step Interval" and bracket value thinking they were one thing. I think this means that when using AEB in Exposure Bracketing Mode it uses its own set of values listed in manual to achieve 1-2EV stops for 3-5 exposures? I might be confusing EV range with EV steps. I purchased the camera its on the way I am sure I will get this down when it gets here.
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-03-2011, 04:38 AM
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Thanks yeah they really need to change page 116 the information is misleading and almost cost them a sale. I guess i could be reading it wrong.
they say this:
Set the exposure steps in {1.EV Steps} in the {C Custom Setting 1} menu (p.85) to increments of 1/3 OR 1/2 EV.
I dont get why they limit the information to those step values when they go way beyond that. Even the screen captures of the menu option only show 1/3 and 1/2 step options. Not allot of local shops carry Pentax so i coulndnt see for myself...
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-01-2011, 10:15 AM
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no worries thanks for taking the time to respond
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-01-2011, 10:07 AM
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Guys thanks a million I cant wait to get this camera!
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
02-01-2011, 07:46 AM
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Hello,
I was hoping someone could help thanks in advance. I am purchasing a K7 for HDR photography. I need some answers on the bracketing options for AEB. My question is what are the max values in terms of steps\stops when using AEB. the manual and most websites say the camera only offers 1/2, 1/3 steps which makes no sense since this has so much hype for HDR. Many other HDR resources and a couple threads on this forum indicate the K7 can achieve up to 2 stops well which is it?
here is a thread that indiactes 1-2 stops are possible but doesnt confirm. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-dslr-discussion/115483-exposure-va...o-bracket.html
I really need 1-2 full steps between exposures like most HDR photographers want can some one confirm the k7 has the option to go above 1/2 step up to 2 in the exposre mode. and why would pentax only list 1/3, 1/2 in manual if it goes beyond that I have wasted a ton of time on this:(.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-31-2011, 02:54 PM
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I was hoping you can help me I am about to buy the K7 specifically for HDR but held back because the step values listed in manual for AEB only being 1/3 and 1/2 step increments. I really want 1 to 2 full steps inbetween exposures like you suggested in this thread.
In reading your last post it was exactly what i was trying to find out can you tell me what the max value of steps you see avaialble when in bracketing mode on your K7? is it 3 or 5 exposures at 2 steps? Have you tried it at 1-2 steps if so? thanks!
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
01-01-2011, 05:33 AM
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Thats good insight thanks very much. I still haven't made a decision id love to jump on the k-5 but too expensive. Thanks for giving your input on lenses ill have to check out the DA 10-17 FE
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
12-24-2010, 05:41 PM
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just reading a little more I would think I would be fine at an ISO of 100-300 in most cases since I am going to use a tripod most the time. I guess with the k-7 i can make up for iso with good lens and post processing if it became a problem.
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
12-24-2010, 11:48 AM
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Thanks for your input Adam,
I plan to process all HDR photos manually the built in feature was just a bonus to me.
I guess I am not so concerned with in-camera HDR processing as much as being able to shoot in low light but you brought something to my attention I didn't realize the K-7 doesn't have auto alignment for that HDR in-camera feature didnt know that seems pretty important if your going o use it. K-r review was helpful thanks for sharing that link.
I also want to make sure that I have ample EV spacing I cant determine which is best 3 steps at 3 ev spacing or 5 steps at 2 ev spacing or is the total range most important for HDR k-7 having 8 ev vs k-x & r having 6 ev range.
based on what i see i would then agree the K-7 is the best fit for me even with High Iso issues.
Any thoughts on lenses for wide angle landscapes? high budget low budget? thanks
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
12-24-2010, 08:45 AM
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Hello all I am new to the forum and professional photography. I have been taking bracketed photos from a cybershot point and shoot getting pretty amazing results so now I have decided to step it up and get into something on the prosumer level.
I have been reading reviews and forums including several threads on this site about 20 hours of research and have ruled out Canon D60 & Nikon D90 due to low AEB dynamic range shorter steps.
I have decided to go Pentax for the obvious (more features, WR) but now need some accurate feedback on the High ISO debate for the K-7 vs K-X & R as it relates to low light HDR.
I plan to shoot HDR mostly on a tripod for sunrise, sunset, moon, nightscape I live on the ocean and play in the elements.
I really need some closure on the AEB settings for these cameras so many sites have the specs reporting different values I dont know who to believe. Which of these Pentax cameras has the best offerings for AEB specifically to shoot HDR. K-5 is out of budget for those wondering.
lastly what wide angle lense should i get for optimal hdr results?
thanks everyone in advance I have the k-7 in the cart just waiting to pull the trigger.
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