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Comment by Mannesty posted on weird bug with my K5 at 14/11/2011 - 10:18
It's conceivable, but unlikely, that you have two problems, one with the card slot, and possibly a faulty SD card.
There would seem to be a problem with your camera's SD card slot as it shows a card present, when there is none.
You could also try another card.
I wouldn't even try a firmware update to V1.11 until this issue is fixed.
If the camera is still in warranty, talk to your supplier.
There would seem to be a problem with your camera's SD card slot as it shows a card present, when there is none.
You could also try another card.
I wouldn't even try a firmware update to V1.11 until this issue is fixed.
If the camera is still in warranty, talk to your supplier.
Comment by Mannesty posted on weird bug with my K5 at 14/11/2011 - 07:47
I think forum rule 2 covers it Chris.
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... Pentax User reserves the right to edit or remove any material posted on the Forum at its discretion ...
and... Pentax User reserves the right to edit or remove any material posted on the Forum at its discretion ...
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3g. Please keep discussion to Pentax or Pentax releated subjects and images. Images taken with other brandes may be linked to if of Pentax-releated interest.
3g. Please keep discussion to Pentax or Pentax releated subjects and images. Images taken with other brandes may be linked to if of Pentax-releated interest.
Comment by Mannesty posted on What is allowed in general chat? at 13/11/2011 - 23:30
These focussing screens are made of a plastic material and should never be cleaned with any solvent, including sensor cleaning fluid which is mostly methanol.
I've never had the need to clean a screen from a DSLR, but in the past, I've had to for film cameras. I washed them in warm soapy water, dried them with a lint free cloth, and re-fitted them with no ill effects.
Careless use of metal tools to remove/refit them can cause damage, but they are tougher than you might think.
I've never had the need to clean a screen from a DSLR, but in the past, I've had to for film cameras. I washed them in warm soapy water, dried them with a lint free cloth, and re-fitted them with no ill effects.
Careless use of metal tools to remove/refit them can cause damage, but they are tougher than you might think.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Messed-up clearing viewfinder at 13/11/2011 - 23:22
The links didn't copy across John, only the text, and I'm not about to copy and paste the contents of each link.
The article proclaims that these are "the Top 5 Best Pentax lenses reviewed by Pentax User", but the list is limited to only the lenses reviewed, which is an incomplete list. There are many more that have not been reviewed.
Perhaps the heading was just poorly worded.
Why was it deemed necessary to add the 'Buy now' links at the end of each lens, which take you off to Amazon or WarehouseExpress? Curious, since SRS is supposed to be the official partner of this site.
The article proclaims that these are "the Top 5 Best Pentax lenses reviewed by Pentax User", but the list is limited to only the lenses reviewed, which is an incomplete list. There are many more that have not been reviewed.
Perhaps the heading was just poorly worded.
Why was it deemed necessary to add the 'Buy now' links at the end of each lens, which take you off to Amazon or WarehouseExpress? Curious, since SRS is supposed to be the official partner of this site.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Is this really what PUP is for? at 13/11/2011 - 22:48
DrOrloff wrote:
I can't.
I can't.
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Here are the Top 5 Best Pentax lenses reviewed by Pentax User:
1 SMC-FA Pentax 200mm f/2.8 ED (IF)
SMC-FA 200mm f/2.8 ED (IF) Pentax 200mm Sample Photo
A compact super-telephoto lens with a silent focusing motor, full time manual focus override, weather sealing and a bright f/2.8 maximum aperture. Buy now.
2 SMC Pentax FA 77mm f/1.8 Limited
SMC Pentax FA 77mm f/1.8
The 77mm is a hand assembled lens, made to the highest standards as is evident from its aluminium construction and the fine, precise quality of the engravings. Buy now.
3 SMC Pentax DA 35mm f/2.4 AL
pentax-35mm-large
With a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 53.5mm, this is a modern version of a traditional standard lens. It is very well made using plastics that even extend to the mount. Buy now.
4 SMC Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 AL Limited
pentax-31mm-large
The 31mm is beautifully constructed using high grade materials, with impeccable finish and engraving. The lens cap is deep and secures firmly, aided by its plush green velvet lining. Buy now.
5 SMC Pentax 70mm f/2.4 Limited Pancake
pentax-70mm-limited
This 70mm lens, designed for the digital SLR, is much more compact and machined out of aluminium to a very high standard. Buy now.
Here are the Top 5 Best Pentax lenses reviewed by Pentax User:
1 SMC-FA Pentax 200mm f/2.8 ED (IF)
SMC-FA 200mm f/2.8 ED (IF) Pentax 200mm Sample Photo
A compact super-telephoto lens with a silent focusing motor, full time manual focus override, weather sealing and a bright f/2.8 maximum aperture. Buy now.
2 SMC Pentax FA 77mm f/1.8 Limited
SMC Pentax FA 77mm f/1.8
The 77mm is a hand assembled lens, made to the highest standards as is evident from its aluminium construction and the fine, precise quality of the engravings. Buy now.
3 SMC Pentax DA 35mm f/2.4 AL
pentax-35mm-large
With a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 53.5mm, this is a modern version of a traditional standard lens. It is very well made using plastics that even extend to the mount. Buy now.
4 SMC Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 AL Limited
pentax-31mm-large
The 31mm is beautifully constructed using high grade materials, with impeccable finish and engraving. The lens cap is deep and secures firmly, aided by its plush green velvet lining. Buy now.
5 SMC Pentax 70mm f/2.4 Limited Pancake
pentax-70mm-limited
This 70mm lens, designed for the digital SLR, is much more compact and machined out of aluminium to a very high standard. Buy now.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Is this really what PUP is for? at 13/11/2011 - 22:29
johnriley wrote:
There are lots of things that have been done here to try and make things better for everyone and offer new functionality.
Perhaps it would be a good idea to let the membership know what these changes are so that we might give some feedback and feel a little involved with the development of the site.There are lots of things that have been done here to try and make things better for everyone and offer new functionality.
Apart from being notified of downtime due to maintenance, I have no clue what's being changed for my, or others, benefit.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Is this really what PUP is for? at 13/11/2011 - 19:10
Having installed the Minolta scanner software on Windows 7, it works.
I ran the setup utility as Administrator, and already had Vuescan installed.
Whether it's using the Minolta or Vuescan driver, I have yet to check.
The only thing I couldn't find was anywhere to tell the Minolta software to scan only 4 negs. All of my neg strips are in 4's.
I ran the setup utility as Administrator, and already had Vuescan installed.
Whether it's using the Minolta or Vuescan driver, I have yet to check.
The only thing I couldn't find was anywhere to tell the Minolta software to scan only 4 negs. All of my neg strips are in 4's.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Negative Scaning at 13/11/2011 - 18:12
Thanks Ken, but no need. I found mine.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Negative Scaning at 13/11/2011 - 16:44
You pull that spring clip forward and the focussing screen and it's cradle (the metal frame) will hinge down. You can then remove the screen with a pair of tweezers.
Comment by Mannesty posted on Messed-up clearing viewfinder at 13/11/2011 - 15:26
I have a "lesser" problem with the SD card in my *istDL.
4Gb SDHC card, camera reads 346 shots when in Raw mode and counts down after each shot as normal. Switch to Jpeg and counter reads 999 but will not count down. (firmware 1.03, which allows the camera to use SDHC cards).
It's not that serious it's just annoying and I can live with it. But are there any suggestions as to what could be wrong?