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Comment by PeterKR posted on From the dark reaches of space... at 21/11/2025 - 19:43
The mind boggles !
Another fantastic set of images.
I do hope you are wrapping up well these freezing cold nights ?
Best regards
Peter
Another fantastic set of images.
I do hope you are wrapping up well these freezing cold nights ?
Best regards
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on From the dark reaches of space... at 21/11/2025 - 19:16
LennyBloke wrote:
This is an excellent little set - quite eerie to see it at night with no people around
Many thanks LennyBloke.This is an excellent little set - quite eerie to see it at night with no people around
'After hours' has the great advantage that you have the freedom to chose your PoV without having anyone blocking the best view !
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on More views of Portmeirion by night at 21/11/2025 - 19:12
Stimulated by John Riley's feature on Portmeirion I re-visited my shots from our holiday there in 2022.
What Day Visitors miss out on is the magical atmosphere at night. Some from that holiday are included in John's selection of members shots but here are a few more.
All were taken with my K1ii and DFA 24-70.
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Thanks for viewing
Peter
What Day Visitors miss out on is the magical atmosphere at night. Some from that holiday are included in John's selection of members shots but here are a few more.
All were taken with my K1ii and DFA 24-70.
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Thanks for viewing
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on More views of Portmeirion by night at 21/11/2025 - 15:04
richandfleur wrote:
One option on the aperture motor is to fire off lots of shots in high speed burst mode.
I've heard of some success with this waking it back up.
It's a temporary fix, if it's early days. If it's more serious, like it's failed outright, then this wont change a thing.
As above though, not saying this is definitely what it is, there are other potential reasons.
It happened to me though, and after reading a bit it is a known fault with the model.
My K50 had not been used for over a year but I decided to take it on holiday as a 2nd camera. We stopped en route and I gave the K50 an outing.One option on the aperture motor is to fire off lots of shots in high speed burst mode.
I've heard of some success with this waking it back up.
It's a temporary fix, if it's early days. If it's more serious, like it's failed outright, then this wont change a thing.
As above though, not saying this is definitely what it is, there are other potential reasons.
It happened to me though, and after reading a bit it is a known fault with the model.
The result was the dreaded black screen !
I tried manual mode with a low f # & high ISO & got a visible image..
I then suspected I had got the solenoid problem so when I reached my destination I searched the PU forum and found this suggestion.
I put the K50 on sport mode and fired off several quick succession shots in live mode so I could see what was happening.
BINGO ! After this treatment the K50 appeared to be fully working.
To be doubly sure I also fitted the AA battery adaptor in place of the Pentax Li battery.
I have used this camera lots of times over 3days without problem.
Hopefully it was simply a case of mechanical sticking after a long period of un use ?
Many thanks for the tip !
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on K50 pictures completely dark at 19/03/2025 - 22:20
cbrog wrote:
You don't mention what lens you are using. I have had the odd lens, (my DFA 100 macro when new for example), where the aperture has been slow to to close down - leading to over-exposure. Indeed I had to send that particular lens in for repair.
I had the same ‘sticky aperture’ problem with my DFA 100 Macro so sent it for cleaning and this cured the problem.You don't mention what lens you are using. I have had the odd lens, (my DFA 100 macro when new for example), where the aperture has been slow to to close down - leading to over-exposure. Indeed I had to send that particular lens in for repair.
Good luck with your problem.
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on K200D - First image overexposed at 04/10/2024 - 22:24
Just checked on Ricoh Japan and there is now an update for the K1ii to v 2.42
Peter
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on My K1 !! will not update at 24/04/2024 - 11:05
Lovely work.
But I’m amazed no one has commented about the shape of the lake in the distance having a horses head shape ! Spooky !
Peter
But I’m amazed no one has commented about the shape of the lake in the distance having a horses head shape ! Spooky !
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on Bannau Brycheiniog Wild Horses at 20/03/2024 - 23:04
That was well worth the effort - as they say 'you won't win if you don't take part' and that is a winner. I especially like the capture of the raindrops.
Best regards
Peter
Best regards
Peter
Comment by PeterKR posted on Lone Survivor. at 06/12/2023 - 19:35
bforbes wrote:
This was the first episode of a storyline that I hope will continue?PeterKR wrote:
Bill Ward on BBC TV today.
Did anyone else spot Bill Ward on Doctors today.
He was demonstrating a differerent creative talent - this time at a potters wheel !
Well done Bill
Peter
Did he get through it alive this time. Because he does not have a good track record when it comes to TV showsBill Ward on BBC TV today.
Did anyone else spot Bill Ward on Doctors today.
He was demonstrating a differerent creative talent - this time at a potters wheel !
Well done Bill
Peter
It ended with us guessing if he's a good guy or a bad one ? He claimed to be 'Mr Nice Guy' !
Watch this space - as they say !
Comment by PeterKR posted on Another pointless thread at 06/09/2023 - 19:11
Thank you!
I have a diesel heater in my van, but these were shot in my back garden. So I was sat in my living room gawking at my tablet controlling the kit!
But what a good idea !
Best regards
Peter