Pentax K-50 - Playback Functions and Image Editing

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Playback Functions and

Image Editing

This chapter describes how to use the various playback

functions and how to edit the captured images.

How to Operate the Playback/Edit

Functions ............................................................176

Setting the Playback Display Method ..............178

Selecting the Playback Functions ....................179

Deleting Multiple Images ...................................186

Processing Images ............................................189

Developing RAW Images ...................................198

Connecting the Camera to an AV Device ......... 202

Main Page

Default Chapter3
- For Using Your Camera Safely3
- Care to be Taken During Handling6
- Contents11
- Composition of the Operating Manual17
Before Using Your Camera19
Checking the Contents of the Package20
Names and Functions of the Working Parts21
- Capture Mode22
  - Mode Dial23
  - Focus Mode Switch23
- Playback Mode24
  - Shutter Release Button25
  - Main Switch25
- Monitor Display26
  - Status Screen27
  - Live View28
- Control Panel30
- Detailed Information Display33
- Using the Histogram35
- Viewfinder37
How to Change Function Settings40
- Using the Direct Keys40
- Using the Control Panel41
- Using the Menus42
Getting Started45
Attaching the Strap46
Inserting the Battery47
- Using the Lithium-Ion Battery47
  - Battery Charger48
  - The Battery Charger48
- Using the AA Batteries50
- Battery Level Indicator51
- Using the AC Adapter52
Inserting/Removing an SD Memory Card54
Attaching a Lens56
Adjusting the Viewfinder Diopter58
Turning the Camera on and off59
Initial Settings60
- Setting the Display Language60
- Setting the Date and Time62
Basic Operations65
Basic Shooting Operation66
- Letting the Camera Choose the Optimal Settings66
Using the Built-In Flash70
- Setting the Flash Mode70
- Compensating Flash Output72
- Using the Built-In Flash73
Reviewing Images74
- Playing Back Images74
- Deleting a Single Image75
Shooting Functions77
How to Operate the Shooting Functions78
- Direct Keys Setting Items78
- Rec. Mode Menu Items79
- Movie Menu Items81
- Custom Setting Menu Items82
Selecting the Appropriate Capture Mode84
- Auto Picture Modes85
- Scene Modes86
- Selecting a Scene Mode87
- Exposure Modes88
Setting the Exposure89
- Setting the Sensitivity89
- Changing the Exposure Mode91
- Bulb Shooting93
- Adjusting the Exposure94
- Exposure Bracketing95
- Locking the Exposure before Shooting (AE Lock)98
- Selecting the Metering Method99
- Reducing the Image Noise (Noise Reduction)100
Focusing103
- Setting the Focus Mode103
- Selecting the Focusing Point (AF Point)106
- Setting the Contrast AF During Live View108
- Checking the Focus111
- Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus)112
- AF Fine Adjustment114
Checking the Depth of Field (Preview)116
- Displaying the Optical Preview116
- Displaying the Digital Preview117
Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake118
- Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function118
- Shooting with the Self-Timer121
- Shooting with a Remote Control Unit (Optional)123
- Control Unit124
Taking Pictures Continuously125
- Continuous Shooting125
- Interval Shooting127
- Multi-Exposure130
- Take the Picture131
Recording Movies132
- Changing the Settings for Movie Recording132
- Recording Movies134
- Interval Movie136
- Playing Back Movies138
- Editing Movies140
Shooting Settings143
Setting a File Format144
- File Format145
- JPEG Recorded Pixels145
- JPEG Quality146
- Color Space146
Setting the White Balance147
- Adjusting the White Balance Manually149
- Adjusting the White Balance with Color Temperature151
Correcting Images152
- Brightness Adjustment152
- High Dynamic Range Image Capture153
- Lens Correction155
- Composition Adjustment157
Setting the Image Finishing Tone159
- Custom Image159
- Digital Filter163
Customizing the Button/E-Dial Functions166
- Setting the E-Dials Operation166
- Setting the V/Y Button Operation169
- Setting the =/L Button Operation171
Saving Frequently Used Settings172
- Saving the Settings172
- Checking the Saved USER Settings175
- Using Saved USER Settings175
- Resetting to Default Settings176
Playback Functions and Image Editing177
How to Operate the Playback/Edit Functions178
- Playback Mode Palette Items178
- Functions178
- Playback Menu Items179
Setting the Playback Display Method180
Selecting the Playback Functions181
- Magnifying Images181
- Displaying Multiple Images182
- Calendar Filmstrip Display183
- Playing Back Images Continuously185
- Starting the Slideshow186
- Rotating Images187
Deleting Multiple Images188
- Deleting Selected Images188
- Deleting a Folder189
- Deleting All Images190
Processing Images191
- Changing the Number of Recorded Pixels (Resize)191
- Cutting out Part of the Image (Cropping)192
- Processing Images with Digital Filters193
- Recreating Filter Effects196
- Joining Multiple Images (Index)198
Developing RAW Images200
- Developing One RAW Image200
- Developing Multiple RAW Images202
Connecting the Camera to an AV Device204
- Connecting the Camera to a Video Input Terminal204
- Setting the Video Output Format205
Changing Additional Settings207
How to Operate the Set-Up Menu208
- Set-Up Menu Items208
Camera Settings210
- Setting the Sound Effects, Date and Time, and Display Language210
- List of World Time Cities213
- Setting the Monitor and the Menu Displays214
- Setting the Display for Instant Review216
- Battery Settings218
- Selecting Settings to Save in the Camera (Memory)219
- Resetting the Camera Settings221
- Checking the Camera Version Information222
File Management Settings223
- Formatting an SD Memory Card223
- Protecting Images from Deletion (Protect)224
- Setting the Naming System of the Folder225
- Creating New Folders226
- Setting the File Name227
- Setting the Photographer Information228
- Using an Eye-Fi Card230
- Setting the DPOF Settings233
Connecting to a Computer235
Manipulating Captured Images on a Computer236
Saving Images on a Computer237
- Setting the USB Connection Mode237
- Connecting the Camera and a Computer238
Using the Provided Software239
- Installing the Software239
Using the Flash243
- Flash Characteristics in each Exposure Mode244
Using the Built-In Flash244
- Using the Slow-Speed Sync Flash244
- Distance and Aperture When Using the Built-In Flash246
Using an External Flash (Optional)247
- Using the P-TTL Auto Flash248
- Using the High-Speed Sync Flash249
- Using Flash in Wireless Mode250
- Connecting an External Flash with an Extension Cord252
- Multiple Flash Shooting Using Extension Cords253
- Using the Contrast Control Sync Flash254
Appendix255
- Default Settings256
- A Custom Setting] Menu261
- Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations263
- This Camera264
Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations266
Default Settings266
- Setting the Focal Length266
- Using the Aperture Ring267
- Cleaning the CMOS Sensor268
- Removing Dust with a Blower269
- Turn the Camera off270
- Using the GPS Unit271
Using the GPS Unit272
- Shooting Celestial Bodies (ASTROTRACER)272
- Error Messages274
- Troubleshooting277
- Main Specifications280
- Index287
- Warranty Policy294
- Declaration of Conformity297

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