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K-5 Sensor temperature overheat and fail
I'd get another low shutter count K5. They take nice pictures and you know how to use them. As you say, a repair would probably be expensive.
Posted by bwlchmawr on 16/09/2016 - 20:29
K-5 Sensor temperature overheat and fail
I ended up getting a new K3ii. I think I might sell the K-5 for spares or repair. Such a shame as it's mint and I really loved it.
Posted by tigershoot on 21/09/2016 - 19:30
Anyone ever had any problems with the Kit lens?
If the lens and camera worked together well in the past (or even if not used together before) it may be the simple job of cleaning your auto focus sensor. It is located in the bottom of the camera body, lock your mirror up as if cleaning the sensor and you'll see it nestling in the bottom of the cam...
Posted by Nigelk on 05/11/2016 - 16:52
Sensor Dust
Hi folks A few of my photos are showing what I presume is sensor dust. A small diffuse area that is clear in sky shots. I have used a rocket blower to no avail. What I want to ask is how effective the dust alert function is on the K5iis (or equivalent). I have used this and it shows not...
Posted by Simonmac on 20/12/2016 - 17:17
Sensor Dust
Hi Simon, I've had KX, KR, K5 and now K3. The dust alert function shows bad solid dirt BUT I too have had events of marks in clear skies. I use a rocket blower and have found repeated attempts necessary sometimes (if sticky pollen for example it does take a lot) BUT no liquid cleaning kit nee...
Posted by wvbarnes on 20/12/2016 - 17:35
Sensor Dust
Thanks Bill I have the shake function enabled too. A lot quieter than the one in the K100d Super! I'll give it another go.Hi Simon, I've had KX, KR, K5 and now K3. The dust alert function shows bad solid dirt BUT I too have had events of marks in clear skies. I use a rocket blower and hav...
Posted by Simonmac on 20/12/2016 - 17:39
Sensor Dust
I have used the Pentax sensor cleaning kit which works fine when blowing failed (microscopic paint particles from a new mount converter got everywhere!). Just very gingerly touch the sensor with the sticky bud so as not to damage the sensor mount mechanism.
Posted by RobL on 20/12/2016 - 17:45
Sensor Dust
No one has mentioned the Arctic butterfly yet. I have found it really easy and useful
Posted by davem on 20/12/2016 - 19:31
Sensor Dust
I use an Arctic Butterfly brush eventually. Mostly I make copious use of the clone tool, and only when I am really fed up with doing that do I set about the sensor.
Posted by Gwyn on 20/12/2016 - 19:31
Sensor Dust
Posting at the same time Dave!:lol:
Posted by Gwyn on 20/12/2016 - 19:32
Sensor Dust
Great minds..:D:D
Posted by davem on 20/12/2016 - 19:33
Sensor Dust
I used these from Amazon last, worked well! XCSOURCE 10pcs Dry CCD Swab APS-C Frame Cleaning Kit DDR-15 for DSLR CCD CMOS Cameras SLR DC580
Posted by jemx99 on 20/12/2016 - 20:52
Mark on photos
I would guess that it is something on the sensor, especially if its in the same area of an image, and using different lenses. I'm sure someone more knowledgeable will be along soon, and possibly give you advice on how to clean it, if that's what it is. I have never leaned a sensor, so would be rel...
Posted by scarr1 on 11/01/2017 - 13:47
Mark on photos
I have never had K-50 in my hands, but it is possible there is some "sensor cleaning" mode within its menu. It would expose the sensor (lens detached) giving you a good opportunity to use your air blower. If it won't help, wet sensor clean is required
Posted by Dariusz on 11/01/2017 - 15:13
Mark on photos
Many thanks - now fixed. I had a look at various other previous posts and took guidance from them. Sensor has now been cleaned and whatever is was has gone :-)
Posted by davidruane on 11/01/2017 - 15:41
Kr autofocus problem
Try cleaning the the electrical contacts on both the camera mount and lens. Bad electrical contacts would stop it focussing.
Posted by JAK on 04/03/2017 - 12:31
Kr autofocus problem
Try cleaning the the electrical contacts on both the camera mount and lens. Bad electrical contacts would stop it focussing. Whats the best way to do that as i've checked visually and both ends look clean. Thanks again BTW for your patience in helping me
Posted by scotiaphotographic on 04/03/2017 - 12:47
Kr autofocus problem
I am experiencing same problem, does anyone have any idea? I've been using a 9 year old pentax k-r. Recently it stopped focusing with af. When I press the focus button it does activate the motor and try to focus back and forth few times then it stops without focusing. When I switch it to MF...
Posted by Onurz on 29/01/2020 - 08:51
K-5 Knocking - Mirror Problem?
Another thought. When using Live View the image on the screen is jumping up and down in line with the knocking sound. Could it be the sensor and not the mirror?
Posted by dangie on 20/03/2017 - 17:00
M and A lenses with HSS flashes on K1
I think the Metz 58 AF1 and 2 models are both supported by the V6II system .... a search or enquiry at PentaxForums or the Cacrtus community forum should confirm this. The 58 AF 2 supports P-TTL HSS (the same as the Pentax flashes) .... so the flash exposure control is automatic, with adjustmen...
Posted by McGregNi on 11/04/2017 - 09:27
