Should have known better.
Jul 31, 2013 08:07:38 #
Has anyone been as foolish as me and put a Ricoh 28mm lens on a Pentax K100D and notice it doesn't come back off. I was hoping someone could suggest how to remove it without harming the camera. I know it was stupid so I don't need any help or suggestions with that part. Seems there is pin on the lens that isn't needed or wanted on the newer dslrs. Any help appreciated. I really like the camera but don't desire a dedicated wide angle. Thanks in advance.
Jul 31, 2013 08:26:04 #
No, I think most people will only use lenses that are made for the cameras they use, it's like putting diesel in a petrol engine, 99.999999999999999999% of people wouldn't.
If there was a lock pin on the lens that has engaged in the camera, then it's a camera shop expensive dismantle bill that will far exceed the cost of a "dedicated" lens
If there was a lock pin on the lens that has engaged in the camera, then it's a camera shop expensive dismantle bill that will far exceed the cost of a "dedicated" lens
Jul 31, 2013 08:26:52 #
Jul 31, 2013 08:36:53 #
Here is a page that not only tells how to get the stuck lens off, also tells how to remove pin so you can use the lens...has pictures too!
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/19214685
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/19214685
Jul 31, 2013 09:09:46 #
I can see that some may want to do this to their gear but why, god, lenses are cheap enough pre owned in fact less than £100
Jul 31, 2013 09:12:15 #
Thanks wrr. I appreciate it. Thanks to you too Jr. I see you are still maintaining your holier than thou attitude.
Jul 31, 2013 09:30:34 #
PRETENDER wrote:
Thanks wrr. I appreciate it. Thanks to you too Jr. I see you are still maintaining your holier than thou attitude.
Hahaha that is a matter of conjecture, One person refers to me here as "old man" as in "well old man, I like that shot" to some he would sound patronising, to others it is simply "how he speaks, and was brought up.
I didn't say you were an I***** for doing it, I simply said most people, and rightly so, would not have done it
Jul 31, 2013 09:42:26 #
I stand corrected. I guess I should be satisfied you acknowledged my problem. What would the world be like without we who not perfect. Thanks anyhow.
Jul 31, 2013 10:28:42 #
That's the reason I said "oooops" cuz I can see myself doing the same in other areas of my endeavours..... and have.... Been there done that... glad someone knew how to fix it.....
Jul 31, 2013 11:42:49 #
After all that if you still have a problem getting it off, we have a camera repairman on the forum, Rick RIggins. He has done some work for several on the forum. His prices are VERY reasonable because he works out of his house and keeps his over head down. He has done some work for me and I am very satisfied. He has a website, here's a link
http://www.discountcamerarepair.com/
http://www.discountcamerarepair.com/
Jul 31, 2013 18:41:04 #
Jul 31, 2013 19:14:22 #
JR1 wrote:
No, I think most people will only use lenses that are made for the cameras they use, it's like putting diesel in a petrol engine, 99.999999999999999999% of people wouldn't.
Maybe not but I once managed to put petrol into my diesel.
Fortunately I realized it before starting the engine. Siphoning out 20+ gallons of petrol mixed with some gallons of diesel wasn't pretty. Think about what you do with the stuff. Fortunately the station was out in the boondocks...
It has something to do with being mindful. I continue to work on that.
Jul 31, 2013 21:29:13 #
Aug 1, 2013 05:58:16 #
wrr wrote:
Here is a page that not only tells how to get the stuck lens off, also tells how to remove pin so you can use the lens...has pictures too!
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/19214685
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/19214685
I'd say all is not lost. Just had a good look at the above link. It would be a fiddley job but I reckon it would work. :D
Aug 1, 2013 16:55:12 #
wrr wrote:
Here is a page that not only tells how to get the stuck lens off, also tells how to remove pin so you can use the lens...has pictures too!
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/19214685
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/19214685
thanks, that was interesting...a locksmith's shimmy would be good to use.....if you can find one....
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