compatibility k5 and fa 28-105 power zoom

matt_48 · 08-27-2011, 08:52 AM

Halo! I'm not speak English good, so...
I want to know, how it work function "power zoom" on k5 body
In video mode. I need smooth transfocation.
Thanks!

Svyatosha · 08-27-2011, 11:06 AM

Pentax Lens Power Zoom

Which Camera Bodies Support Power Zoom?

All five modes are supported by the PZ series of film bodies.

Certain other bodies like the K10D, MZ-5, MZ-5N, ZX-5 and ZX-5N support the first two modes mentioned above.

Adam · 08-27-2011, 11:16 AM

The lens will zoom electrically, with 2 or 3 speed settings depending on how far you turn the lens. You'll definitely get a smooth zooming experience- however, the zoom motor might be audible in your videos.

tcarnell · 09-30-2011, 05:40 AM

I also own a K-5 and bought a Power Zoom 100-300 from ebay. Although the lens is usable, the powered zoom works, none of the 'fun' Power Zoom functions seem to be available - I dont know if this is because there is a problem with the lens or the K-5 does not support them.

I am a bit dissapointed as the K-5 manual and website clearly states that Power Zoom lenses are supported.

With modern SLR's having video recording capabilities, these additional Power Zoom functions become even more interesting...

I have asked Pentax support about this... I'll post the reply (which is likely to be ambiguous, defensive and non-committal :-)

PS: although I am not an experienced photography, I think the lens is great, especially with the K-5 SR system.

TomE · 09-30-2011, 06:07 AM

The only thing the functions with the Pentax DSLR's is the power zoom, the other functions such as zooming during exposure that worked on the PZ-1 do not work.

Tom

08-27-2011, 08:52 AM	#1
matt_48 New Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Kyiv Posts: 7	compatibility k5 and fa 28-105 power zoom Halo! I'm not speak English good, so... I want to know, how it work function "power zoom" on k5 body In video mode. I need smooth transfocation. Thanks!

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08-27-2011, 11:06 AM	#2
Svyatosha Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Kaliningrad Photos: Albums Posts: 28	Pentax Lens Power Zoom Which Camera Bodies Support Power Zoom? All five modes are supported by the PZ series of film bodies. Certain other bodies like the K10D, MZ-5, MZ-5N, ZX-5 and ZX-5N support the first two modes mentioned above.

08-27-2011, 11:16 AM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	The lens will zoom electrically, with 2 or 3 speed settings depending on how far you turn the lens. You'll definitely get a smooth zooming experience- however, the zoom motor might be audible in your videos.

09-30-2011, 05:40 AM	#4
tcarnell New Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 8	I also own a K-5 and bought a Power Zoom 100-300 from ebay. Although the lens is usable, the powered zoom works, none of the 'fun' Power Zoom functions seem to be available - I dont know if this is because there is a problem with the lens or the K-5 does not support them. I am a bit dissapointed as the K-5 manual and website clearly states that Power Zoom lenses are supported. With modern SLR's having video recording capabilities, these additional Power Zoom functions become even more interesting... I have asked Pentax support about this... I'll post the reply (which is likely to be ambiguous, defensive and non-committal :-) PS: although I am not an experienced photography, I think the lens is great, especially with the K-5 SR system.

09-30-2011, 06:07 AM	#5
TomE Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 299	The only thing the functions with the Pentax DSLR's is the power zoom, the other functions such as zooming during exposure that worked on the PZ-1 do not work. Tom