Adjusting back focus with K5

MikeD · 11-24-2011, 02:55 PM

Hi
I can't find the page in the K5 manual where it tells how to adjust for back focus or front focus with a lens like the Tamron 17-50. I am about to order one and have heard that many of them need to be corrected for back or front focus in camera. If I do get one with that kind of issue I would rather adjust than send back if possible.

Adam · 11-24-2011, 03:03 PM

The adjustment menu is cleverly hidden in the custom function list. First you have to go into the custom function, then select setting 2 (I think) and then you will be able to apply an adjustment.

**Ash** · 11-24-2011, 04:21 PM

It is a fine focus adjustment, so if it's wildly off it will need physical calibration with your camera by a qualified repairer.

humbr · 11-24-2011, 05:11 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Adam

The adjustment menu is cleverly hidden in the custom function list. First you have to go into the custom function, then select setting 2 (I think) and then you will be able to apply an adjustment.

Custom, 4, Item 26 is where you want to go.

Gerrit

MikeD · 11-26-2011, 02:10 PM

Thanks to all of you. Do you know if this is somewhere in the manual I can't seem to find it in the manual. I haven't gone to the in camera menu to adjust anything as I haven't had the need to, I would like to be able to just go to the manual if I can, if not I will write your instructions in my manual.

**Ex Finn.** · 11-26-2011, 04:03 PM

Page 126 in the manual.

11-24-2011, 02:55 PM	#1
MikeD Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: traverse city MI Posts: 346	Adjusting back focus with K5 Hi I can't find the page in the K5 manual where it tells how to adjust for back focus or front focus with a lens like the Tamron 17-50. I am about to order one and have heard that many of them need to be corrected for back or front focus in camera. If I do get one with that kind of issue I would rather adjust than send back if possible.

11-24-2011, 03:03 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	The adjustment menu is cleverly hidden in the custom function list. First you have to go into the custom function, then select setting 2 (I think) and then you will be able to apply an adjustment. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	It is a fine focus adjustment, so if it's wildly off it will need physical calibration with your camera by a qualified repairer.

11-24-2011, 05:11 PM - 1 Like	#4
humbr Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: St Catharines Posts: 62	Originally posted by Adam The adjustment menu is cleverly hidden in the custom function list. First you have to go into the custom function, then select setting 2 (I think) and then you will be able to apply an adjustment. Custom, 4, Item 26 is where you want to go. Gerrit

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MikeD Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: traverse city MI Posts: 346 Original Poster	Thanks to all of you. Do you know if this is somewhere in the manual I can't seem to find it in the manual. I haven't gone to the in camera menu to adjust anything as I haven't had the need to, I would like to be able to just go to the manual if I can, if not I will write your instructions in my manual.

11-26-2011, 04:03 PM	#6
Ex Finn. Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southern Maryland. Espoo. Kouvola. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,975	Page 126 in the manual.