JohnX

Joined: 9th February 2009

All Forum Comments

Topics Created Topics Contributed Forum Comments Photo Comments

All Forum Comments

JohnX
phb wrote:
The lens is out of warranty unfortunately.
A good question as to who are the importers. A cannot find a reference to one. I am trying the few companies who advertise Irix lenses for sale.
Park cameras for one.

Comment by JohnX posted on Irix lens repair at 19/10/2023 - 21:23

JohnX
Is the lens still under warranty? If so, Cameraworld are obliged to help.

If out of warranty, who are the importers? Maybe they could assist?

Comment by JohnX posted on Irix lens repair at 19/10/2023 - 18:18

JohnX
PLM per your all kit shot? If so, I'd take it immediately, but suspect it's not.

Comment by JohnX posted on 16-85 HD DA ED WR DC lens. at 10/10/2023 - 11:00

JohnX
"I've used Pentax M and K series lens without any problems on my K50"

Yep, I should have said, the Ricoh pin problem, afaik, only applies to non Pentax lenses. The Ricoh reference goes back to film days when they made lenses. This has become a generic description; it also affects other lens makes.

Comment by JohnX posted on Will len’s used on a Pentax ME Super work on a Pentax K50? at 24/09/2023 - 15:31

JohnX
But, you need to watch out for the Ricoh pin problem, which I know of but not in sufficient detail to fully explain, so hopefully another forum member can expand.

Essentially, with certain lenses, the pin that operates the lens aperture can drop too far into the hole where your camera's screw drive emerges and stop you removing the lens.

Before putting any of your older lenses on your K50, make sure you won't suffer from this issue. Research it, and/or wait for expert guidance on this forum.

Comment by JohnX posted on Will len’s used on a Pentax ME Super work on a Pentax K50? at 24/09/2023 - 12:13

JohnX
davidwozhere wrote:
Go to E bay. click on 'advanced' to the right of the general search box. Enter Pentax K5, scroll down. click 'sold items', scroll down, click 'search'. You'll get the price of every one sold in recent months. ......... I just did. £115 is too cheap. They are skinning you.
Don't overlook eBays fees.

Comment by JohnX posted on K5 Replacement/Equivalant at 23/09/2023 - 08:18

JohnX
Park Cameras buy used kit, as does SRS, who will also sell on commission for you.

Comment by JohnX posted on K5 Replacement/Equivalant at 23/09/2023 - 08:17

JohnX
Take a look at my Speed Graphic closing post. They have 35mm film.

Comment by JohnX posted on Wanted: 35mm film at 04/09/2023 - 19:46

JohnX
Thank you. Glad it arrived promptly.

Comment by JohnX posted on Lowepro Nova 160 AW II camera bag. Black. New and boxed. at 28/07/2023 - 17:36

Proudly supporting Pentax User

Samsung Logo Asahi Pentax Logo