Pentax K-50 specifications Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake

116Using the Shake Reduction Function to Prevent Camera Shake

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Taking Pictures Using the Shake Reduction Function

The Shake Reduction function reduces camera shake that occurs when the shutter release button is pressed.

The Shake Reduction function works effectively when taking pictures in the following situations.

•when taking pictures in dimly lit locations, such as indoors, at night, on cloudy days and in the shade

•when taking telephoto pictures

• The Shake Reduction function does not work for blurring caused by subject movement. To take pictures of a moving subject, increase the shutter speed.

•The Shake Reduction function may not fully reduce camera shake when taking close-up shots. In this case, it is recommended to deactivate the Shake Reduction function and use the camera with a tripod.

•The Shake Reduction function will not fully work when shooting with a very slow shutter speed, for example when panning or capturing images of night scenes. In this case, it is recommended to deactivate the Shake Reduction function and use the camera with a tripod.

•The Shake Reduction function is available with any PENTAX lens compatible with this camera. However, be sure to set the focal length before using a lens for which focal length information cannot be automatically obtained. Refer to “Functions Available with Various Lens Combinations” (p.261) for details.

Reducing Vertical and Horizontal Camera Shake

1Press the Mbutton in standby mode.

The control panel appears.

2Use the four-way controller (2345) to select [Shake Reduction], and press the 4button.

The [Shake Reduction] screen appears.