Hi all,

My K5II is approximately 9 months old and still under warranty having been purchased through SRS but I am trying to find out if mine is an isolated issue.

About ten days ago when using my camera in manual mode with an A50 lens, the camera suddenly locked up, with the red focus square permanently illuminated in the view finder and no response from the shutter release button. I tried switching the camera off and on but it made no difference and I noticed that the top LCD plate was illuminated and showing details of the exposure even when the camera was switched off.

I removed the battery (OEM) and replaced it which seemed to cure the fault.

Since then, and while using a variety of lenses, latterly my DA 35mm Ltd, the fault keeps returning and the only way I can get normal function again is by removing and reinserting the battery.

I was looking for any advice and to see if anyone else has experienced a similar problem before I return the camera for repair under warranty.

Very many thanks.

David,

Good luck wit trying to find one of these for sale in tip top condition. Unfortunately I was not in a position to buy when the last one came up for sale on here a few weeks ago, but still looking.

Probably goes to show what a good lens it is

Duncan, if Adobe prove to be difficult, I will still have a good book to read

Good luck with the move to the Q 07.

Got one , courtesy of Dr. Mhuni.

Many thanks to those who responded via PM

Travel kit now complete with DA 15, 35 & 70 Ltd.

I had the Redsnapper RST-283 with RSH-24 head and recently sold them on this forum.

There is no doubt that the build quality is excellent and for studio work it is a great combination but in my opinion very heavy, if you plan to take to the hills or do lengthy walks I would consider a lighter alternative.

To me and a very pleasant transaction too!

Looking to source a good quality DA 70mm Ltd lens if someone on this forum finds they are not using it at much as anticipated. Reasonable price will be paid including PayPal fees.

Lens now sold and no longer avaialble - thank you!

Bump!

Due to a time waster on another forum, this lens is still available for sale.

The lens is in excellent condition and I was going to keep it but I positively must own a DA 70mm Ltd and need to fund the purchase. Unless of course anyone fancies a trade?