Flash photos with Pentax K5: Is there anyone else having these problems???
654967
I use manual mode only with my Pentax K-5. That solves my flash problem. That also limits my versatility. I have used Pentax cameras since the K1000. This is probably my last Pentax. The K-5 is just too much to tolerate.
2069953
Same here, I got my D50 nearly 3 years ago and also have been plagued by the sticky shutter problem starting after 1.5 years. I have been taking lots of photos (29500 shutter releases so far) and used the extended warranty. I'm also disappointed by this shutter and considering returning the camera again for repair.I envy the time where people would keep their film camera for 20+ years... (maybe they did not take that many photos :)
1751159
This could very well be a SD card issue.... I've seen this happen on one of my friend's SLRs when they tried using a older SD card (that is not class 6 or higher).... Even if urs is class 6, it might not be a bad idea to try using a different SD Card, as the one that u mite be using now might be defective..... Good luck.....
2147958
Hmm...I have the same problem with my Olympus. Would the "sports mode" make any difference? Can flash be used in that mode? --Zach Kaplan
968017
No this is not normal Do you have another memory card you have formatted in the K5? If yes than the 32gb could be defective.
945719
No! Twice now I have had it sent back for service (at my expense) and Pentax ignores my emails and voice messages! They have the worst customer service I have ever had the displeasure to experience!!!
790038
Have you tried changing the ISO (the equivalent of film speed)? Perhaps it's set too low. I'd try either 400 or 800 if you're shooting indoors. Also try either the sports mode or night (not night tripod) in the Scene Position. I've had no problems with shooting indoors without flash and I get pretty good pics. If the lighting is extremely low, I prop the camera on something. If the kids are moving fast, either use flash or the settings I mentioned above. I've not had any problems with the picture quality indoors with mine. Hope this helps.
1634146
Pentax K-5II autofocus is excellent. I locked myself in a dark closet to see how good it was and I was able to focus and shoot pretty fast. I moved from a Pentax K20D and had the same issue with the camera... loved the pics but the autofocus sucked. I know people who have moved from the Nikon 60D and Cannon 5D to the Pentax K-5ii impressed by the AF speed. Hope this helps. Good luck!
793191
Thanks - I tried that and it helped a lot. I kept the ISO at 100, but moved to better light to try some photos and the shutter priority mode helped. Actually, the "use tripod" sign still flashed, but the photos were sharp (sharp enough for my purposes.) I also figured out a few more things that helped with trial and error.
2001060
yes, one of the real joys of Pentax. I have Pentax, Sigma and Tamron lenses I have used on Pentax cameras over the years and have had no problem upgrading/switching. Presently on a trip to Yellowstone and Glacier Parks to hopefully capture some of their fall colors and this will be my first serious outing with the new K5II....looking forward to it. Anyway, I highly recommend Pentax......
1700413
I bought and returned lens years ago and moved on to a Nkion system. I had problems with the lens back-focusing on the K10 which had no way of adjusting the focus in camera, so be aware of this issue depending on which body you have. As I recall, the lens was new in Pentax box with warranty. I would check the return policy just in case.
2242491
I was in same boat with 4 pentax lenses from my old K1000. I love my new K500, but so far none of my old lenses seem to work. All are full manual lenses, so it may depend on whether you have manual or auto lenses (have an A on aperture ring). Suggest going to Ricoh/Pentax website and download K500 owner manual. To be honest, the standard lens that comes with K500 does everything my old lenses did - and much more. Fantastic photos and gobs of features.
1816399
I'm habing the same issue. Have tried seeting camera to MXP and FXP and am getting lots of grainyness and aritfacts. Anyone have and solve this issue?
2219302
I am doing a shoot right now and my shutter speed is at 200 on my 6D and it is fine. However on my Pentax K5II it does not work over 100 shutter speed. Strange
617437
no, returning this one, a big disappointment, one of the worst point and shoot i've owned, the flash is the worst among other problems no amount of firmware will ever fix
90945
I got that too. I kept trying to insert and reset. Finally it said "formatting" and that was the last she wrote, i.e., the camera froze there. Packed it up and returned it the next day. I bought a (slightly) used Flip on eBay. I know opinions differ, but I had used (and loved) a Flip for years, had broken the lens and was looking to replace with something newer... hence the Kodak, which I found was shabbily made. Now back to another Flip. Even though Cisco dumped them, the Flip videos import as mP4's, and for my purposes, that works great and couldn't be happier with my new (used) Flip. Good luck!
1332144
There is a firmware update which totally eliminates this problem. Go to Kodak's website and download the firmware. Complete instructions are available for completing the update.