I see the K-50 has in-camera HDR. Does it save the 3 RAW format pictures for download, or only the single processed HDR photo?
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When using HDR it can only save in jpg format. You'd have to use exposure bracketing & software if you want to use RAW files.
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It gives you the option to save a single raw file in addition to the processed jpeg
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The K50, on a par with other 16MP digitals, will produce good quality pictures. The problem, with any digital camera, is that extreme enlargements will "pixelate"; I believe the K50 will produce what you are looking for in a 16MP camera.....JimMc
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What about low light performance? I took SD900 to Japan for cherry blossom viewing. Flash is definitely a big no no for taking those kinds of pictures at night, so I used Hi-ISO or ISO 3200 all the way. The night cherry blossom pictures turned out to be amazing. Video was fantastic too. I haven't yet read any comment on how SD800 performed in low light situations. Any experience?
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No way, I came from a K20D and the K50 is an awesome camera. Excellent Sensor and Processor give great image quality. The camera is equal to the K20D in build quality and feels durable in your hands. The K3 has more noise than I like, too may pixels . My shooting style uses iso 800 a lot and the K50 is cleaner. Good little camera.
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Yes, probably. They now have the Leica and Nikon raw file formats. So I would guess Sony is there too.
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It works perfectly with my Pentax K30, so it must also work with no problems with the K50 which is practically the same camera.
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The basic answer is "yes it works with the K-30 that I have" . I set up the camera by pressing the 4-way right arrow and then step over to the pic of the remote, select either regular or 3 second delay and press OK. When you are ready to shoot press the w/t button on the JJC remote and it will auto-focus the camera then hit the s-shutter buton and take your pic. Hope this helps, willie951.
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I'd just like to second this question, as I'm facing the same choice myself right now. A review of the Panasonic camera says that unit doesn't offer a RAW image format, but it wasn't really clear if the image compression "noise" was only visible on printouts, or if it shows up on your computer or television screen as well.
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Yes, my old K-mount lenses work fine with my K-50. However, you'll have to experiment with exposure settings and manually set the f-stop and shutter speeds (plus manual focus of course). But it's a great advantage if you already have some old high-quality lenses in your kit.
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I was a little concerned also because what I found was that this "Body Only" K-5 II was actually a K-5 II Kit with the Kit zoom lens removed. I examined the camera, cables, manuals, charger, etc. very carefully and I found no indication whatsoever that the camera had ever been used. I kept the camera and love it! This was an upgrade from a K10D so I kept my lenses, flash, filters, etc. I really believe the K-5 II is the equal of any DX sensor camera on the market. Pentax doesn't get enough respect!!
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Regular photos cannot be manipulated much because the camera is doing it for you. Raw format allows you to play with all the colors and contrasts as much a possible
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There isn't really an "old" or "new" model. There is the standard K-3, which is this one, and there is the Prestige model. There is no functional difference between them. The Prestige model has blacked-out lettering of the Pentax name on the front of the camera.
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The k-5 IIs is a great camera. For the money, especially now, it really can't be beat. Although I just recently purchased a K-3 I was more than satisfied with the K-5IIs. The image quality is excellent producing easily processed RAW files with great dynamic range. The focusing is fast and sure, better than the K-20D (obviously) and K-30 that I have previously owned. The K-50 is a good bargain and is a little more modern than the K-5IIs as far as video and live view so you can't go wrong with that. I'm still in the testing stage with the K-3 and I bought it more for the expanded AF points, video features, etc, not necessarily seeking better image quality The k-5 IIs is a great camera. For the money, especially now, it really can't be beat. Although I just recently purchased a K-3 I was more than satisfied with the K-5IIs. The image quality is excellent producing easily processed RAW files with great dynamic range. The focusing is fast and sure, better than the K-20D (obviously) and K-30 that I have previously owned. The K-50 is a good bargain and is a little more modern than the K-5IIs as far as video and live view so you can't go wrong with that. I'm still in the testing stage with the K-3 and I bought it more for the expanded AF points,... » Read More The k-5 IIs is a great camera. For the money, especially now, it really can't be beat. Although I just recently purchased a K-3 I was more than satisfied with the K-5IIs. The image quality is excellent producing easily processed RAW files with great dynamic range. The focusing is fast and sure, better than the K-20D (obviously) and K-30 that I have previously owned. The K-50 is a good bargain and is a little more modern than the K-5IIs as far as video and live view so you can't go wrong with that. I'm still in the testing stage with the K-3 and I bought it more for the expanded AF points, video features, etc, not necessarily seeking better image quality « Show Less
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Dpreview.com is making those comments based on JPEG files only. Nobody shoots JPEG anymore. RAW files are where its at and the K10D is every bit as good as my Nikon D200 or similar cameras.
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I wondered myself. Went to Panasonic site. K only reflects that color is Black. I looked on Panasonic site at point and shoot cameras, and looked at some that come in other colors, and changed color and the ending letter designated r for red, v for purple, p for pink -- etc.
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Here are a few of my favorite shots, mostly from the Amazon trip. https://www.flickr.com/photos/51739634@N08/sets/72157651296722820/All the Amazon pictures were taken with my K-30. I've since added the K-3 and have a few samples from that camera as well.
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I'm using with K-5 and it is storing geo information in DNG files. Since most people using RAW I assume it shouldn't be any different with all Pentax cameras.