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k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
If its a mki k-5 i had the same problem with the same lens. I don't think anything can be done and its down to the focussing system. I and others have reported the mkii and mkiis is far more consistent with correct focus if fast lenses...
Posted by cabstar on 19/09/2013 - 10:41
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
thank you very much for your replies, I have cleaned the contacts but not with a "good" cloth so I'll give it another try.., the autofocus is set to the center and now there aren't any other lenses or bodies to test (all my friends have Nikons :lol: ) it's the mkI k-5 yes, If there is anyth...
Posted by Exiles on 19/09/2013 - 11:05
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
If its a mki k-5 i had the same problem with the same lens. I don't think anything can be done and its down to the focussing system. I and others have reported the mkii and mkiis is far more consistent with correct focus if fast lenses... +1 - K5mki can be very frustrating with certain lenses an...
Posted by Dodge69 on 19/09/2013 - 11:13
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
autofocus is one of the most important things in a modern dslr cameras in my opinion, referring to your similar problems if that's so then I really don't understand all the fuss about how great k-5 mkI was in all the reviews etc.. I have heard about autofocus weakness especially in low light bu...
Posted by Exiles on 19/09/2013 - 11:27
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
I wonder if the inconsistency is due to the lens actions. Could you repeat the front/back focus test a few times for both: a) Pre-focus on infinity then focus on your target. b) Pre-focus at minimum focus distance then on the target. Is each set of results then consistent? What is the differ...
Posted by gwing on 19/09/2013 - 13:07
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
I agree with Gary (cabstar) that the problem is most likely with the K-5 mk1. I have the same issues with mine, on all AF lenses. It's impossible to calibrate as sometimes it back focusses and sometimes it front focusses, not just in poor light either. No such issues with the K-5iis and the same ...
Posted by davidstorm on 19/09/2013 - 23:21
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
If there is somewhere a k-5 mkI that works fine then there is something that can be done to sort the focusing problem out.., if not there is no chance to keep the camera.. Unfortunately I see apart from one or two cases (Mr Riley's for example) that this model is faulty, worse than that nobody so...
Posted by davidstorm on 19/09/2013 - 23:49
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
Exiles, you don't give your location in your profile. If you want to say where you are, could be one if us is local enough to meet up with a lens or two for you to try, which could help you decide whether its the body or lens that's the issue. I can't thank you enough for your kind gesture but u...
Posted by Exiles on 20/09/2013 - 15:19
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
There are plenty of K-5's out there that focus fine - they all have a 'II' on the end of their model name! I readily accept that the second generation K5's have better focusing ability, particularly in low light, but I don't recognize your characterization of the K5 in relation to my copy of the cam...
Posted by CMW on 20/09/2013 - 19:04
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
What infuriates me is that so many people were saying 'how blooming marvellous' the K5 was when it came out, re: focussing issues and now there are plenty above slagging it off. I still have to work in a certain way (pre-focus on a trajectory) with moving subjects and can't help but wonder if Can...
Posted by pgweber on 20/09/2013 - 19:19
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
When you say plenty of people Peter, not that many actually. The K-5 was, and is, an amazing camera. In terms of focus speed it's pretty snappy as far as I can see. It depends also on the lens of course and I was quite happily tracking birds in Scotland.
Posted by johnriley on 20/09/2013 - 19:24
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
When you say plenty of people Peter, not that many actually. The K-5 was, and is, an amazing camera. In terms of focus speed it's pretty snappy as far as I can see. It depends also on the lens of course and I was quite happily tracking birds in Scotland. Care to share John?
Posted by Blythman on 20/09/2013 - 19:36
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
Care to share John? I'll have a look when I can. Not sure there's anything scintillating as they were too far away, but the focus was locking on just fine. Centre focus by the way.
Posted by johnriley on 20/09/2013 - 19:41
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
I took some test shots again and it's disappointing, it was set at -4 giving a raw of fair results in the afternoon, I had to take it to -7 some shots ago and now it back focuses thus I have to move the adjustment again which is meaningless. I don't now what to do, excuse my whining but I reall...
Posted by Exiles on 20/09/2013 - 20:59
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
I took some test shots again and it's disappointing, it was set at -4 giving a raw of fair results in the afternoon, I had to take it to -7 some shots ago and now it back focuses thus I have to move the adjustment again which is meaningless. I don't now what to do, excuse my whining but I reall...
Posted by davidstorm on 20/09/2013 - 23:45
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
I think Exiles that your problem is a faulty camera. It's not a design fault. It needs sending back for a quote for repair. I'm not sure what your location is, but there must be an approved repair house to return it to.
Posted by johnriley on 21/09/2013 - 07:56
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
Just thought I'd mention John isn't the only one who hasn't made any adjustments. I haven't either. I did initially make adjustments when I had a 55-300, but ended up back at zero And I take photos in low light. for example ....... Got one with my new 50mm f1.8 at ISO 8000 on Sunday. The fi...
Posted by Blythman on 25/09/2013 - 14:19
k-5 and FA50 f1.4 losing autofocus..
I never had any Focusing problems with my K5mk1. I just now tried my F50mm f1,4 and it instantly snaps in to focus. Regards, Horst
Posted by Horst on 25/09/2013 - 14:51
The © Symbol Woes?
As always straight to the point... I do some voluntary work for a local conservation group. They also hold some public events/fund raisers. Over the school holidays they held some "summer Tuesday" events to try and engage and entertain the local kids. I was asked to document these events with me ...
Posted by bettyswolloks on 20/09/2013 - 22:36
