VIVITAR FIT PENTAX PK 135mm 1:2.8 LENS

ichpattnaik · 03-07-2012, 12:32 PM

Hi, I just bought a new VIVITAR FIT PENTAX PK 135mm 1:2.8 LENS, but could not able to take photo on my pentax k5. The lens fits on the body but I when clicked it blanks out the lcd and not saving any photo.

**Deimos** · 03-07-2012, 12:55 PM

maybe try enabling aperture ring in your k-5 menus

Philoslothical · 03-07-2012, 12:55 PM

Are you sure the lens is fitting properly? Some Vivitar lenses have an oversized guard beside the aperture lever, which has to be removed or cut down before use. You would be able to easily tell, as the lens would fit in the camera's mount, but it wouldn't turn and lock like a normal lens does. If you can post a picture of the Vivitar lens mount, we can also identify the issue for you.

Aside from that, I'm not sure what the issue could be. What mode are you shooting with?

Originally posted by Deimos

maybe try enabling aperture ring in your k-5 menus

Ha, or that! Why do I always forget that setting.

Adam · 03-07-2012, 01:03 PM - **1 Like**

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ichpattnaik · 03-07-2012, 01:18 PM

Lens mounts Ok, as I can heard the click sound. I am using M mode for this.

ichpattnaik · 03-07-2012, 01:31 PM

Thank you all for helping me out.
Selecting the "Using Aperture Ring" setting (#21 on the K-7, #27 on the K-5), and set it to 2 (allowed)...solved the issue. The 'How to use manual lens' guide is really helpful.

03-07-2012, 12:32 PM	#1
ichpattnaik New Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 5	VIVITAR FIT PENTAX PK 135mm 1:2.8 LENS Hi, I just bought a new VIVITAR FIT PENTAX PK 135mm 1:2.8 LENS, but could not able to take photo on my pentax k5. The lens fits on the body but I when clicked it blanks out the lcd and not saving any photo.

03-07-2012, 01:18 PM	#5
ichpattnaik New Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 5 Original Poster	Lens mounts Ok, as I can heard the click sound. I am using M mode for this. Last edited by Parallax; 03-07-2012 at 01:27 PM.

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03-07-2012, 12:55 PM	#2
Deimos Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Kingdom of Wonder Posts: 1,777	maybe try enabling aperture ring in your k-5 menus

03-07-2012, 12:55 PM	#3
Philoslothical Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1,889	Are you sure the lens is fitting properly? Some Vivitar lenses have an oversized guard beside the aperture lever, which has to be removed or cut down before use. You would be able to easily tell, as the lens would fit in the camera's mount, but it wouldn't turn and lock like a normal lens does. If you can post a picture of the Vivitar lens mount, we can also identify the issue for you. Aside from that, I'm not sure what the issue could be. What mode are you shooting with? Originally posted by Deimos maybe try enabling aperture ring in your k-5 menus Ha, or that! Why do I always forget that setting.

03-07-2012, 01:03 PM - 1 Like	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Read this guide: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-lens-articles/110657-how-use-meter...k-x-k-7-a.html 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:

03-07-2012, 01:31 PM	#6
ichpattnaik New Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 5 Original Poster	Thank you all for helping me out. Selecting the "Using Aperture Ring" setting (#21 on the K-7, #27 on the K-5), and set it to 2 (allowed)...solved the issue. The 'How to use manual lens' guide is really helpful.