I dropped my K5 :(

Wired · 08-24-2012, 10:36 PM

I just dropped my K5 from waist height to the concrete when trying to get my house keys out of my pocket... i freaked out! my DA*55 was mounted up too...

So far, it looks like my filter took the damage and shattered. The lens looks free of any damage other wise, SDM is still operational.

The camera, still focusing, still locks, functions seem to be okay, but the LCD screen is shattered. I also hear something moving around inside more than normal...

has anyone had to replace the LCD screen? What kind of cost should I be expecting? I'm freaking out because I have a wedding on September 22 to shoot and I doubt I'll get my camera back in time....

Last edited by Wired; 08-24-2012 at 10:55 PM.

**crewl1** · 08-24-2012, 10:50 PM

Sorry to hear. I don't have experience with the replacing a shattered LCD, but it is probably a good idea to send it in to have it checked out after a drop anyway.
If you were in LA I'd offer to lend you one of mine for your gig, maybe someone up north can come through for you.
I feel for you.

Raybo · 08-24-2012, 11:05 PM

Alcohol involved?

Wired · 08-24-2012, 11:13 PM

Originally posted by Raybo

Alcohol involved?

no. none

I was stupid. I was trying to get my car keys out of my pocket, while holding onto my K5, my guitar case, and a bottle of water. something had to give... you think I would have put the guitar down? nope, too tired to think of that.

Raybo · 08-24-2012, 11:26 PM

Bummer, I always use the "alcohol" excuse (even when i'm not drinking).

I'm sad to hear about your K-5.

Nuff · 08-24-2012, 11:55 PM

I wouldn't worry about something moving inside, it's IS. Just test to see if IS is working properly and you should be good to go. Sorry to hear about the screen, but that can always be hopefully, replaced.

rawr · 08-25-2012, 12:33 AM

I recall in a thread a long time ago you were going to buy a backup camera like a K-x?
Now would be a good time to do so.

RonHendriks1966 · 08-25-2012, 03:12 AM

That's a bummer.

**Rondec** · 08-25-2012, 03:46 AM

I am afraid it won't be cheap. The only time I ever had an LCD problem was when I got caught in a big thunderstorm with my K100 and got soaked. That was going to be 250 dollars to fix, but it was internal electronics problems as well. Hope it is a quick and painless fix for you.

derekkite · 08-25-2012, 01:26 PM

I smacked my K5 when I slipped on some rocks when climbing a hill. The bottom panel was gouged. No harm in operation. When I sent it in for warranty (stains) they fixed the damage for a fee along with the sensor and a couple of other minor issues. Pentax Canada and it was a bit more than $300. Came back calibrated and working better than new.

Wired · 08-25-2012, 02:57 PM

Even if its $300 its worth it because I love this camera so much.

However I because of my 2 paying jobs (one tomorrow) and a possible 3 and 4 over the next few weeks I went and bought a K30. Had to take the wife shoe shopping after tho... So I'm waiting for that to finish up.

P.s. I just bought 3 extra batteries for my K5 on Wednesday!!! I hope the new K3 or whatever uses the same battery pack...

08-24-2012, 10:36 PM	#1
Wired Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,519	I dropped my K5 :( I just dropped my K5 from waist height to the concrete when trying to get my house keys out of my pocket... i freaked out! my DA55 was mounted up too... So far, it looks like my filter took the damage and shattered. The lens looks free of any damage other wise, SDM is still operational. The camera, still focusing, still locks, functions seem to be okay, but the LCD screen is shattered. I also hear something moving around inside more than normal... has anyone had to replace the LCD screen? What kind of cost should I be expecting? I'm freaking out because I have a wedding on September 22 to shoot and I doubt I'll get my camera back in time.... Last edited by Wired; 08-24-2012 at 10:55 PM.*

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08-24-2012, 10:50 PM	#2
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Sorry to hear. I don't have experience with the replacing a shattered LCD, but it is probably a good idea to send it in to have it checked out after a drop anyway. If you were in LA I'd offer to lend you one of mine for your gig, maybe someone up north can come through for you. I feel for you.

08-24-2012, 11:05 PM	#3
Raybo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 872	Alcohol involved?

08-24-2012, 11:13 PM	#4
Wired Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,519 Original Poster	Originally posted by Raybo Alcohol involved? no. none I was stupid. I was trying to get my car keys out of my pocket, while holding onto my K5, my guitar case, and a bottle of water. something had to give... you think I would have put the guitar down? nope, too tired to think of that.

08-24-2012, 11:26 PM	#5
Raybo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 872	Bummer, I always use the "alcohol" excuse (even when i'm not drinking). I'm sad to hear about your K-5.

08-24-2012, 11:55 PM	#6
Nuff Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sydney Posts: 671	I wouldn't worry about something moving inside, it's IS. Just test to see if IS is working properly and you should be good to go. Sorry to hear about the screen, but that can always be hopefully, replaced.

08-25-2012, 12:33 AM	#7
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	I recall in a thread a long time ago you were going to buy a backup camera like a K-x? Now would be a good time to do so.

08-25-2012, 03:12 AM	#8
RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	That's a bummer.

08-25-2012, 03:46 AM	#9
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,652	I am afraid it won't be cheap. The only time I ever had an LCD problem was when I got caught in a big thunderstorm with my K100 and got soaked. That was going to be 250 dollars to fix, but it was internal electronics problems as well. Hope it is a quick and painless fix for you.

08-25-2012, 01:26 PM	#10
derekkite Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Nelson B.C. Posts: 3,782	I smacked my K5 when I slipped on some rocks when climbing a hill. The bottom panel was gouged. No harm in operation. When I sent it in for warranty (stains) they fixed the damage for a fee along with the sensor and a couple of other minor issues. Pentax Canada and it was a bit more than $300. Came back calibrated and working better than new.

08-25-2012, 02:57 PM	#11
Wired Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, AB Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,519 Original Poster	Even if its $300 its worth it because I love this camera so much. However I because of my 2 paying jobs (one tomorrow) and a possible 3 and 4 over the next few weeks I went and bought a K30. Had to take the wife shoe shopping after tho... So I'm waiting for that to finish up. P.s. I just bought 3 extra batteries for my K5 on Wednesday!!! I hope the new K3 or whatever uses the same battery pack...

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