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Comment by johnha posted on FS Pentax SFXn camera plus extras... at 06/05/2018 - 12:09
I don't think DX coding (or dirty contacts) makes a difference - putting the film in, pulling the leader across and closing the back triggers the film loading sequence. Non-DX coding film is no different, it just defaults to ISO 100 - although it may flash the ISO icon on the LCD.
Comment by johnha posted on pentax z1 film won't read at 06/05/2018 - 11:59
This may not be relevant to this issue - I've had a similar problem with my K-5 in the past when using manual focus lenses (more correctly - lenses that don't communicate focal length). If you don't set the focal length correctly, SR won't apply the correct 'corrections'. In my case it was set to 1500 with a 50mm lens on the front - SR was over-compensating hugely, blurring everything.
Might be an idea to check that the camera reports the correct focal lengths in the EXIF.
Might be an idea to check that the camera reports the correct focal lengths in the EXIF.
Comment by johnha posted on Focusing problem at 05/05/2018 - 00:30
Jonathan-Mac wrote:
I have wondered, if I had the money to spend on a FF camera, if I'd go for the K-1 or the A7iii and honestly I don't know. It's a moot point as I'm not prepared to spend that much cash on a camera, but I like to keep abreast of where the technology and market are, and where they're heading.
As I have loads of legacy glass, the K-1 would have been my choice - at least that was the plan before I used the cash to buy a P6x7...I have wondered, if I had the money to spend on a FF camera, if I'd go for the K-1 or the A7iii and honestly I don't know. It's a moot point as I'm not prepared to spend that much cash on a camera, but I like to keep abreast of where the technology and market are, and where they're heading.
Jonathan-Mac wrote:
I think the deal-breakers for me would be the reportedly poor build quality of the Sony (compared to the K-1) and that the Sony lenses are really, really expensive, even more so than Canons and Nikons. A simple 55mm f/1.8 costs £699!! It might be good but I don't see how that price can be justified.
Have they fixed the light leaks around the lens mount yet (link)?I think the deal-breakers for me would be the reportedly poor build quality of the Sony (compared to the K-1) and that the Sony lenses are really, really expensive, even more so than Canons and Nikons. A simple 55mm f/1.8 costs £699!! It might be good but I don't see how that price can be justified.
Comment by johnha posted on Pentax K1 ii vs Sony a7iii? at 04/05/2018 - 15:14
it has a unique user interface - if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.
Comment by johnha posted on FS Pentax SFXn camera plus extras... at 03/05/2018 - 23:20
Pentaxophile wrote:
People do literally change systems because of bragging rights, it's bizarre. There was a guy on here who switched from Nikon to Pentax and back about four times; I wasn't sure if he had unrealistic expectations about his new kit or he just missed this forum...
Sadly Nikon users aren't the most clued up - when the K-1 first appeared one of their forums had a thread asking what kind of lens mount did it have and would Nikon lenses fit. When the answers were 'Pentax K' & 'No' the next question was 'Why would you build this body if it doesn't accept Nikon lenses?'People do literally change systems because of bragging rights, it's bizarre. There was a guy on here who switched from Nikon to Pentax and back about four times; I wasn't sure if he had unrealistic expectations about his new kit or he just missed this forum...
Comment by johnha posted on Pentax K1 ii vs Sony a7iii? at 03/05/2018 - 23:06
KingKenny wrote:
Ref the original post, I thought I'd check just for the hell of it, and yes the manual focal length setting of my K3ii does indeed go up to 2000mm.
These chaps take backward-compatibility seriously!
That would work with many astro scopes. I've used my K-5 set to 1500mm (Tamron 500mm mirror on a 3x TC) - forgot to reset it when I went back to my 50mm - SR was over-compensating and everything was blurred until I realised.Ref the original post, I thought I'd check just for the hell of it, and yes the manual focal length setting of my K3ii does indeed go up to 2000mm.
These chaps take backward-compatibility seriously!
Comment by johnha posted on Goodness gracious me at 03/05/2018 - 18:07
Have a look at this thread, recent posts from Feb 2018 seem to suggest there may be repairers in Switzerland & Norway (not ideal but something): link
This thread has a possible fix: link
This thread discusses the 'err' message: link
This thread has a possible fix: link
This thread discusses the 'err' message: link
Comment by johnha posted on Pentax 645N Repair/Service at 03/05/2018 - 14:19
About time too - a great price for a very underrated AF SLR with a load extras to boot. I'd have gone for it but already have one (my second as I owned one back in the day).
Comment by johnha posted on FS Pentax SFXn camera plus extras... at 02/05/2018 - 22:38
I'm a bit out of touch with Pentax DSLRs - but my preferences are: Hyper exposure modes, double dial operation, good viewfinder, top-plate LCD, weather sealing, and a magnesium body. Beyond that, features like lens mount capability (since new mount types do appear) seems high on the list (I've got loads of legacy lenses so it wouldn't bother me too much), AstroTracer would be nice. Unless you have specific needs (super high ISO or fancy flash support) the above cover most of my needs.
Look to buy something that provide more than you currently need - there's little point buying something only a little bit better.
Look to buy something that provide more than you currently need - there's little point buying something only a little bit better.
Comment by johnha posted on Which Pentax DSLR to upgrade to ? at 02/05/2018 - 09:35
The AF illuminator in the flash only works if the AF mode is set to AF single - it projects a striped pattern that will focus on a zero contrast subject in total darkness - unlike my K-5 which needs contrast to do so.