I just got the same problem tonight with my MZ-50. It did exactly what you describe. I must admit that it is a bit frustrating, since I was saving my money to ultimately buy a digital camera in a couple of years. Has Pentax placed a crash-timer on these cameras?
Anyhow, do you know what was the problem? Was it a gear, a motor or an earthworm stuck in the casing? I'm trying to find clues to see if I can repair it myself, rather than scrap it or sell it for parts.
I just got the same problem tonight with my MZ-50. It did exactly what you describe. I must admit that it is a bit frustrating, since I was saving my money to ultimately buy a digital camera in a couple of years. Has Pentax placed a crash-timer on these cameras?
Anyhow, do you know what was the problem? Was it a gear, a motor or an earthworm stuck in the casing? I'm trying to find clues to see if I can repair it myself, rather than scrap it or sell it for parts.
Thank you in advance for you assistance,
Max,
Quebec City, Canada