K-5 no shutter sound

gludo · 04-21-2020, 05:42 PM

I recently bought a used K-5 from a camera store in Japan via eBay. Overall I am very happy with it. It is in great condition, takes amazing pictures, and I got a great deal. However, when I press the shutter button it makes no sound. The AF beeps, and the photo shows on the screen, but I hear nothing from the shutter. I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Is there something I can do? I don't thinks it's a bad enough issue to send it back to Japan.

bertwert · 04-21-2020, 05:53 PM

Originally posted by gludo

I recently bought a used K-5 from a camera store in Japan via eBay. Overall I am very happy with it. It is in great condition, takes amazing pictures, and I got a great deal. However, when I press the shutter button it makes no sound. The AF beeps, and the photo shows on the screen, but I hear nothing from the shutter. I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Is there something I can do? I don't thinks it's a bad enough issue to send it back to Japan.

From reports the K-5 does a have a fairly quiet shutter, but you should still hear something... Especially if it's working and taking photos - in which case there probably isn't anything wrong with it.

If you're really worried, you could attach a video here for people to listen to.

mkgd1 · 04-21-2020, 06:04 PM

If it's working, maybe its fine. How are the pictures?
BTW welcome to the forum.

gludo · 04-21-2020, 06:28 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by bertwert

From reports the K-5 does a have a fairly quiet shutter, but you should still hear something... Especially if it's working and taking photos - in which case there probably isn't anything wrong with it.

If you're really worried, you could attach a video here for people to listen to.

Thanks for the quick reply.

In every other way the camera seems to be working perfectly. It wouldn't do any good to post a video because there is nothing to hear. It's just strange to press the shutter and hear nothing.

---------- Post added 04-21-20 at 06:32 PM ----------

Originally posted by mkgd1

If it's working, maybe its fine. How are the pictures?
BTW welcome to the forum.

Thank you.

The pictures are great. I am really very impressed. I guess I'll just have to get used to it.

MarkJerling · 04-21-2020, 06:37 PM - **8 Likes**

Originally posted by gludo

I recently bought a used K-5 from a camera store in Japan via eBay. Overall I am very happy with it. It is in great condition, takes amazing pictures, and I got a great deal. However, when I press the shutter button it makes no sound. The AF beeps, and the photo shows on the screen, but I hear nothing from the shutter. I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Is there something I can do? I don't thinks it's a bad enough issue to send it back to Japan.

Welcome to the forum!
If you're seeing the image appear on the screen but you don't hear the mirror, it may not be the camera that needs a diagnostic visit!

I'm reminded of the story of the old lady who goes to the doctor and says: "Doctor, I seem to be having a problem with flatulence - it's virtually continuous, but luckily the farts are silent and there's no bad smells."
So the doctor writes her a prescription and and three days later she's back. "Doctor, the farts are worse than before! Now they smell terrible!"

To which the doctor replies: "Now that we've fixed your sinuses, we'll work on your hearing."

Unregistered User 8 · 04-21-2020, 08:08 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by gludo

I thought at least I would hear the mirror.

Hi Tim. If you have a K-5, then yes, you will hear the photograph being taken and no setting will change that.
But if you have the X-5 ( bridge camera ) instead, it can be set to silent shutter noise.

EDIT - Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications

Paul the Sunman · 04-22-2020, 02:30 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by pjv

Hi Tim. If you have a K-5, then yes, you will hear the photograph being taken and no setting will change that.
But if you have the X-5 ( bridge camera ) instead, it can be set to silent shutter noise.

EDIT - Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications

Well spotted pjv. That sounds the likely cause.

I hope the op didn't pay too much for it!

Unregistered User 8 · 04-22-2020, 02:44 AM

Originally posted by Paul the Sunman

Well spotted pjv. That sounds the likely cause.

I hope the op didn't pay too much for it!

Thanks Paul. Yes, fingers crossed for Tim.

**aslyfox** · 04-22-2020, 03:54 AM

Originally posted by pjv

Hi Tim. If you have a K-5, then yes, you will hear the photograph being taken and no setting will change that.
But if you have the X-5 ( bridge camera ) instead, it can be set to silent shutter noise.

EDIT - Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications

Quote:

Description:
The Pentax X-5 is a "bridge" point-and-shoot digital camera featuring many of the advanced features of DSLR and mirrorless cameras condensed into a single-lens body. Its shape resembles that of the Pentax K-5 DSLR and it will be available in both silver and black. It features a quarter-VGA electronic viewfinder as well as a 3-inch LCD on the back, both of which can be used for shooting videos and stills.

The Pentax X-5 was launched in August, 2012 at a price of just $279.

This appears to be a successor to the Pentax X-90, though the latter has not been available for several years.

Read more at: Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications

the most recent entry in the " user reviews " shows why PJV had such quick knowledge

**Larrymc** · 04-22-2020, 05:24 AM

How about posting an image here with the EXIF data intact and we should be able to tell whether you have a K-5 or an X-5. Oh and welcome to the forum!

jddwoods · 04-22-2020, 05:46 AM

Posting a cell phone picture of the camera will quickly settle to all whether it is a K-5 or X-5.

**aslyfox** · 04-22-2020, 06:26 AM - **2 Likes**

the op will be able to tell immediately

it is clearly marked on the front

the lens cannot be changed

it has a tilt screen on the back

as far as the rest of us knowing

well is that really all that important ?

and as far as any embarrassment that might be thought of

don't worry, we, or most, or some of us have done worse than misidentifying a camera or lens

gludo · 04-24-2020, 01:16 PM

Thanks everybody for the comments. This is a very helpful group.

As far as the camera goes:
1. It is definitely a K-5. I bought it body-only so I could use the lenses I already have.

2. I have exceptional hearing. And smell, for that matter, which isn't always a good thing.

3. Given the current social conditions, and the fact that there is nothing inside my home I wanted to take a picture of, I went outside a snapped a few shots just to make sure it works so I can leave a review for the seller. Turns out that was the problem: the shutter (mirror actually) is just so quiet that I couldn't hear it over the noise. Anyone who thinks the country is quiet has never been there. I took some pics inside, including the one below, and could indeed hear the mirror flipping up and down. Which is good, but the low sound volume may be an issue when taking pictures outside and/or in crowded environments, which is where most of my pictures are taken.

This is a really good camera. I'm glad I bought it, especially at the price: $177 with free shipping.

I know the equipment in the picture is out of focus. I just snapped the shot in Green mode without even looking at the settings or DoF. But the foam looks good!

**aslyfox** · 04-24-2020, 01:51 PM

glad to hear your success story

looking forward to whatever contributions you choose to make to the forums

remember to have fun with your gear

MarkJerling · 04-24-2020, 08:14 PM

Originally posted by gludo

Thanks everybody for the comments. This is a very helpful group.

As far as the camera goes:
1. It is definitely a K-5. I bought it body-only so I could use the lenses I already have.

2. I have exceptional hearing. And smell, for that matter, which isn't always a good thing.

3. Given the current social conditions, and the fact that there is nothing inside my home I wanted to take a picture of, I went outside a snapped a few shots just to make sure it works so I can leave a review for the seller. Turns out that was the problem: the shutter (mirror actually) is just so quiet that I couldn't hear it over the noise. Anyone who thinks the country is quiet has never been there. I took some pics inside, including the one below, and could indeed hear the mirror flipping up and down. Which is good, but the low sound volume may be an issue when taking pictures outside and/or in crowded environments, which is where most of my pictures are taken.

This is a really good camera. I'm glad I bought it, especially at the price: $177 with free shipping.

I know the equipment in the picture is out of focus. I just snapped the shot in Green mode without even looking at the settings or DoF. But the foam looks good!

Great to hear. (Spot the pun)

The K-5 is a lovely camera. I miss mine, although my daughter does put it to good use.

04-21-2020, 05:42 PM	#1
gludo New Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Missouri Posts: 3	K-5 no shutter sound I recently bought a used K-5 from a camera store in Japan via eBay. Overall I am very happy with it. It is in great condition, takes amazing pictures, and I got a great deal. However, when I press the shutter button it makes no sound. The AF beeps, and the photo shows on the screen, but I hear nothing from the shutter. I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Is there something I can do? I don't thinks it's a bad enough issue to send it back to Japan.

04-21-2020, 08:08 PM - 3 Likes	#6
Unregistered User 8 Closed Account Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,694	Originally posted by gludo I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Hi Tim. If you have a K-5, then yes, you will hear the photograph being taken and no setting will change that. But if you have the X-5 ( bridge camera ) instead, it can be set to silent shutter noise. EDIT - Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications Last edited by Unregistered User 8; 04-21-2020 at 08:21 PM.

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04-21-2020, 05:53 PM	#2
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by gludo I recently bought a used K-5 from a camera store in Japan via eBay. Overall I am very happy with it. It is in great condition, takes amazing pictures, and I got a great deal. However, when I press the shutter button it makes no sound. The AF beeps, and the photo shows on the screen, but I hear nothing from the shutter. I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Is there something I can do? I don't thinks it's a bad enough issue to send it back to Japan. From reports the K-5 does a have a fairly quiet shutter, but you should still hear something... Especially if it's working and taking photos - in which case there probably isn't anything wrong with it. If you're really worried, you could attach a video here for people to listen to.

04-21-2020, 06:04 PM	#3
mkgd1 Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Mohave county Arizona Photos: Albums Posts: 1,076	If it's working, maybe its fine. How are the pictures? BTW welcome to the forum.

04-21-2020, 06:28 PM - 1 Like	#4
gludo New Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Missouri Posts: 3 Original Poster	Originally posted by bertwert From reports the K-5 does a have a fairly quiet shutter, but you should still hear something... Especially if it's working and taking photos - in which case there probably isn't anything wrong with it. If you're really worried, you could attach a video here for people to listen to. Thanks for the quick reply. In every other way the camera seems to be working perfectly. It wouldn't do any good to post a video because there is nothing to hear. It's just strange to press the shutter and hear nothing. ---------- Post added 04-21-20 at 06:32 PM ---------- Originally posted by mkgd1 If it's working, maybe its fine. How are the pictures? BTW welcome to the forum. Thank you. The pictures are great. I am really very impressed. I guess I'll just have to get used to it.

04-21-2020, 06:37 PM - 8 Likes	#5
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by gludo I recently bought a used K-5 from a camera store in Japan via eBay. Overall I am very happy with it. It is in great condition, takes amazing pictures, and I got a great deal. However, when I press the shutter button it makes no sound. The AF beeps, and the photo shows on the screen, but I hear nothing from the shutter. I thought at least I would hear the mirror. Is there something I can do? I don't thinks it's a bad enough issue to send it back to Japan. Welcome to the forum! If you're seeing the image appear on the screen but you don't hear the mirror, it may not be the camera that needs a diagnostic visit! I'm reminded of the story of the old lady who goes to the doctor and says: "Doctor, I seem to be having a problem with flatulence - it's virtually continuous, but luckily the farts are silent and there's no bad smells." So the doctor writes her a prescription and and three days later she's back. "Doctor, the farts are worse than before! Now they smell terrible!" To which the doctor replies: "Now that we've fixed your sinuses, we'll work on your hearing."

04-22-2020, 02:30 AM - 2 Likes	#7
Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,843	Originally posted by pjv Hi Tim. If you have a K-5, then yes, you will hear the photograph being taken and no setting will change that. But if you have the X-5 ( bridge camera ) instead, it can be set to silent shutter noise. EDIT - Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications Well spotted pjv. That sounds the likely cause. I hope the op didn't pay too much for it!

04-22-2020, 02:44 AM	#8
Unregistered User 8 Closed Account Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,694	Originally posted by Paul the Sunman Well spotted pjv. That sounds the likely cause. I hope the op didn't pay too much for it! Thanks Paul. Yes, fingers crossed for Tim.

04-22-2020, 03:54 AM	#9
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by pjv Hi Tim. If you have a K-5, then yes, you will hear the photograph being taken and no setting will change that. But if you have the X-5 ( bridge camera ) instead, it can be set to silent shutter noise. EDIT - Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications Quote: Description: The Pentax X-5 is a "bridge" point-and-shoot digital camera featuring many of the advanced features of DSLR and mirrorless cameras condensed into a single-lens body. Its shape resembles that of the Pentax K-5 DSLR and it will be available in both silver and black. It features a quarter-VGA electronic viewfinder as well as a 3-inch LCD on the back, both of which can be used for shooting videos and stills. The Pentax X-5 was launched in August, 2012 at a price of just $279. This appears to be a successor to the Pentax X-90, though the latter has not been available for several years. Read more at: Pentax X-5 - Pentax Compact Digital Cameras - Pentax Camera Reviews and Specifications the most recent entry in the " user reviews " shows why PJV had such quick knowledge

04-22-2020, 05:24 AM	#10
Larrymc Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Mississippi, USA Posts: 5,251	How about posting an image here with the EXIF data intact and we should be able to tell whether you have a K-5 or an X-5. Oh and welcome to the forum!

04-22-2020, 05:46 AM	#11
jddwoods Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Newark, Delaware Posts: 1,035	Posting a cell phone picture of the camera will quickly settle to all whether it is a K-5 or X-5.

04-22-2020, 06:26 AM - 2 Likes	#12
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	the op will be able to tell immediately it is clearly marked on the front the lens cannot be changed it has a tilt screen on the back as far as the rest of us knowing well is that really all that important ? and as far as any embarrassment that might be thought of don't worry, we, or most, or some of us have done worse than misidentifying a camera or lens

04-24-2020, 01:51 PM	#14
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	glad to hear your success story looking forward to whatever contributions you choose to make to the forums remember to have fun with your gear

04-24-2020, 08:14 PM	#15
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by gludo Thanks everybody for the comments. This is a very helpful group. As far as the camera goes: 1. It is definitely a K-5. I bought it body-only so I could use the lenses I already have. 2. I have exceptional hearing. And smell, for that matter, which isn't always a good thing. 3. Given the current social conditions, and the fact that there is nothing inside my home I wanted to take a picture of, I went outside a snapped a few shots just to make sure it works so I can leave a review for the seller. Turns out that was the problem: the shutter (mirror actually) is just so quiet that I couldn't hear it over the noise. Anyone who thinks the country is quiet has never been there. I took some pics inside, including the one below, and could indeed hear the mirror flipping up and down. Which is good, but the low sound volume may be an issue when taking pictures outside and/or in crowded environments, which is where most of my pictures are taken. This is a really good camera. I'm glad I bought it, especially at the price: $177 with free shipping. I know the equipment in the picture is out of focus. I just snapped the shot in Green mode without even looking at the settings or DoF. But the foam looks good! Great to hear. (Spot the pun) The K-5 is a lovely camera. I miss mine, although my daughter does put it to good use.