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K-30 random exposure failure issue
Well was documenting scenarios I'd tested etc before contacting the service agents. Different batteries, different lenses, different modes and auto focus settings etc. I just fired off a few shots with no lens attached to check for physical issues on the inside and... It all sprung back...
Posted by richandfleur on 16/06/2014 - 01:29
K-30 random exposure failure issue
It started yesterday - went out to take some shots of the other halfs new Rose and about half of the shots were well over exposed. I thought it was me, then thought it was the lens so I changed it but the camera kept over exposing! I took the camera in doors,set it up on a tripod and took a load o...
Posted by jemx99 on 19/06/2014 - 20:26
K-30 random exposure failure issue
Looking back, Johns described the solution on my camera rather vaguely as: "fitted a replacement diaphragm mechanism" Which fundamentally means replaced the bit that controls/drives the aperture of the lens. It was a fairly quick fix on mine, so good luck for yours :)
Posted by richandfleur on 19/06/2014 - 22:14
K-30 random exposure failure issue
Pentax after all this time must be aware that this problem is definitely a manufacturing fault. The only good thing though is that ever since getting mine repaired it's worked faultlessly! Yes I'd hope that the repair used specifically known to be good parts, otherwise you're just reloading the gu...
Posted by richandfleur on 17/07/2016 - 22:56
K-30 random exposure failure issue
Sad to say I've just jumped ship and bought a Canon. I've had enough of the issues with the k-30, and not impressed with Pentax. It developed a fault still under warranty, got sent back to Pentax, they took 2 months to fix even though it was only a problem with the LCD screen. No communication other...
Posted by Snapshotjess on 23/12/2016 - 00:19
K-30 random exposure failure issue
Sad to say I've just jumped ship and bought a Canon. I've had enough of the issues with the k-30, and not impressed with Pentax. It developed a fault still under warranty, got sent back to Pentax, they took 2 months to fix even though it was only a problem with the LCD screen. No communication other...
Posted by JAK on 23/12/2016 - 01:27
K-30 random exposure failure issue
The only problems I've had were my ESII failed electronically. but then it was already very heavily used when I purchased it from City Camera Exchange (or was it LCE still then.) I then purchased two MEs, an MX. and a KII (either second hand or new end of line stock.) One ME was stolen, the rest ...
Posted by JAK on 23/12/2016 - 21:02
learning curve on the K3
I've got the K3 and something that hasn't been touched on for camera users is that of learning curve. In this particular context what I mean is, is the control layout. My path of progression has been Canon Powershot superzoom, Pentax K-x, Pentax K30 and now a K3. The common feature here is ...
Posted by Lancer3397 on 10/01/2014 - 20:12
learning curve on the K3
Forgive my ignorance but what is "Quick Shift" and where is it? On the lens ? Hi- Most of Pentax's DA lenses, aside from the DA-L budget lenses, have this feature. It means that you can keep the camera in autofocus mode but can over-ride that or tweak it by using the manual focus ring. For most ...
Posted by JonSchick on 11/01/2014 - 13:22
learning curve on the K3
The K30 was good, employing as it does the K3 sensor with improved focus Can only assume this should read "employing the K5 sensor"... Nice to hear your thoughts as your previous Pentax product path is similar to my own. Thanks.
Posted by richandfleur on 12/01/2014 - 09:53
learning curve on the K3
well after a week with my K3, this is one monstrously great piece of hardware. Loving the new menu features, getting used to changing focus the new way, love the lock on the mode selection (which the K30 didn't have) and I'm really enjoying the grip. I'm a bit miffed that my k30 batteries don'...
Posted by Lancer3397 on 15/01/2014 - 08:57
[Considering upgrade] Where else is K-3 strategically better than K-5IIs?
Having moved from the K5 to the K3, in open play I'm getting many more in focus shots when lighting conditions aren't great. I'm very happy with my decision to move up.
Posted by Sean282 on 14/01/2014 - 00:21
[Considering upgrade] Where else is K-3 strategically better than K-5IIs?
You don't need to own a camera to evaluate the pictures taken by it. That's the great thing about cameras, they take pictures that anyone can see. Which is a good thing as it means people who don't own a camera but are considering buying it cna make an evaluation BEFORE spending lots of money. ...
Posted by Smeggypants on 14/01/2014 - 02:27
[Considering upgrade] Where else is K-3 strategically better than K-5IIs?
AA simulator on or off? Compared with the IIs, like for like? (I know your not interested in this one but I'd like to know your thoughts, and to be honest I'm not a patient Pixel peeper!) Just wondering, it's all got me intrigued, back in my Sony A900 days, there was almost a Forum Spontaneous com...
Posted by jules on 15/01/2014 - 20:33
[Considering upgrade] Where else is K-3 strategically better than K-5IIs?
I hink the answer that comes from most (Not all) of the K3 users on here is, that they wouldn't go back to a K5IIs only but rhen most of us either have or are seeking (Me) A IIs as well... So doesn't really clear it up does it? Aww helll, they are both fantastic and we're very very lucky to have tw...
Posted by jules on 15/01/2014 - 21:39
Anyone Recommend an 2n hand autofocus 50mm Lens for K10D
The Limited lenses are on my wish list, all of them, but back in the real world where funds have to be shared with other family requirements I have found true photographic happiness with the smc Pentax-DA 1:1.8 50mm - useful for portraits or short tele, (and the smc Pentax-DA 1:2.4 35mm AL as my sta...
Posted by ronniemac on 12/01/2014 - 18:05
Anyone Recommend an 2n hand autofocus 50mm Lens for K10D
Thinking about it, on the K10 with its bigger sensor pixels you might be OK having a play with . Not a prime, bokeh monster but inexpensive, compact, sharp zoom with a handy macro focus too. £50 should sort you one and you should only lose the postage if you sell.
Posted by dougf8 on 12/01/2014 - 20:48
Question for Smeggy, maybe or others...
Specific to the K50, I'll be building up a small lightweight set up this year to hang up in the hallway at home to try to ensure I don't go out without, so to speak (I always regret it)! Now I don't want two K3's but I do want two bodies, so I can't leave home with a bag full of Lenses ad no Camer...
Posted by jules on 15/01/2014 - 22:24
Question for Smeggy, maybe or others...
You mean to say you are considering buying more kit Jules? I'm shocked! On a serious note, unless you intend to do a lot of indoor shooting in low light, of subjects that don't move or only move very slowly, I don't think you will need focus peaking. I don't think either the K-5iis or the K50...
Posted by davidstorm on 15/01/2014 - 22:32
Question for Smeggy, maybe or others...
You mean to say you are considering buying more kit Jules? I'm shocked! On a serious note, unless you intend to do a lot of indoor shooting in low light, of subjects that don't move or only move very slowly, I don't think you will need focus peaking. I don't think either the K-5iis or the K50...
Posted by jules on 16/01/2014 - 00:21
