Using Grid to aid in Composition

[Learn2C]

Hello,

I have a Pentax K20D and I am trying to figure out how to activate the grid to help me in my composition. I have read the manual and cannot seem to figure out how to get this to work. Also, I have read articles where using Live View ( with the grid) is hard on the camera.. Does anyone know if this is true. I think it is a great tool and would help me but I am reluctant to use given this info.

Cheers,

[David Taylor]

Hello Carrie -
I'm not a Pentax user (Canon 5D Mk 2 and 7D here), but I found a K20D manual online - here is a link to the pdf, but it should match with your manual as well. Page 114 looks to have the answer.
"The grid and AF frame can be displayed during Live View. Set in [Live View] (p.228) in the [➤Playback] menu."
http://www.pentaximaging.com/files/s...20D_Manual.pdf
Hope this helps.

[David Taylor]

On a further note, I use Live View a TON on my 5D Mk 2 for my landscape/macro work. It has literally transformed how I photograph the landscape - it is probably the biggest advancement in photography after digital imaging and autofocus. I don't know how the Pentax system works, but the 5D Mk 2 allows me to see the exposure changes in real time (over and under) as well as view a live histogram. I can even press the Depth of Field Preview button and see the actual DOF with the active exposure. I also use the digital zoom on the Live View screen to achieve great focus accuracy on the exact spot I want it.
Hope this helps.