K-50 Shutter Noise?

ofer4 · 06-15-2013, 03:51 PM

Hi, gang -

Once folks start getting their hands on K-50's, could someone please comment on the volume of the shutter/mirror? While I love my K-r, this issue is one that perpetually irks me. I don't want this thread to turn into a discussion about the K-r, but if someone could compare the shutter noise of the K-50 to the K-5 and/or K-30 (or K-r), this would be very useful info.

Thanks!
Ryan

Adam · 06-15-2013, 04:00 PM

It's the same as that of the K-30. I'll be able to post a video of it early next week.

john5100 · 06-15-2013, 04:05 PM - **1 Like**

I asked this question about the K30 and folks told me that it was no different than Canon or Nikon DLSRs. I went to the camera store and tested that theory and they were right. The D7000, 60D, and 5D MK III were just as loud. The shutter sound doesn't bother me anymore.

VisualDarkness · 06-15-2013, 04:44 PM

Originally posted by john5100

I asked this question about the K30 and folks told me that it was no different than Canon or Nikon DLSRs. I went to the camera store and tested that theory and they were right. The D7000, 60D, and 5D MK III were just as loud. The shutter sound doesn't bother me anymore.

Yep, it's Pentax fault for spoiling us with some of their cameras!

ofer4 · 06-15-2013, 07:31 PM

Originally posted by Adam

It's the same as that of the K-30. I'll be able to post a video of it early next week.

Darn. I remember the consensus being that the K-30 was only slightly quieter than the K-r. The K-5 was in a different league.

john5100 · 06-15-2013, 07:42 PM

Yes the K5 is SUPER quiet.

Adam · 06-20-2013, 05:48 PM - **1 Like**

Here's a video showing the K-50 shutter sound:

You Tube

Adam
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ofer4 · 06-21-2013, 12:03 PM

Thanks, Adam. Sounds K-30ish, as commented above.

seventysixersfan · 06-21-2013, 12:51 PM

I wish they offered a K-5-like quiet shutter in a K-30/50-type body. Put in an input mic jack and that would really seal the deal for me!

(My K-01 has a silent shutter and an input mic jack but obviously it lacks a good grip, VF, autofocus speed, etc. So I'd basically like to buy a K-5 that has the K-30's focus peaking feature and better video capabilities. Guess I should wait for yet another future generation...).

06-15-2013, 03:51 PM	#1
ofer4 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 428	K-50 Shutter Noise? Hi, gang - Once folks start getting their hands on K-50's, could someone please comment on the volume of the shutter/mirror? While I love my K-r, this issue is one that perpetually irks me. I don't want this thread to turn into a discussion about the K-r, but if someone could compare the shutter noise of the K-50 to the K-5 and/or K-30 (or K-r), this would be very useful info. Thanks! Ryan

06-15-2013, 04:00 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	It's the same as that of the K-30. I'll be able to post a video of it early next week. 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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06-15-2013, 04:05 PM - 1 Like	#3
john5100 Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,725	I asked this question about the K30 and folks told me that it was no different than Canon or Nikon DLSRs. I went to the camera store and tested that theory and they were right. The D7000, 60D, and 5D MK III were just as loud. The shutter sound doesn't bother me anymore.

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VisualDarkness Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Uppsala, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,439	Originally posted by john5100 I asked this question about the K30 and folks told me that it was no different than Canon or Nikon DLSRs. I went to the camera store and tested that theory and they were right. The D7000, 60D, and 5D MK III were just as loud. The shutter sound doesn't bother me anymore. Yep, it's Pentax fault for spoiling us with some of their cameras!

06-15-2013, 07:31 PM	#5
ofer4 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 428 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam It's the same as that of the K-30. I'll be able to post a video of it early next week. Darn. I remember the consensus being that the K-30 was only slightly quieter than the K-r. The K-5 was in a different league.

06-15-2013, 07:42 PM	#6
john5100 Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,725	Yes the K5 is SUPER quiet.

06-21-2013, 12:03 PM	#8
ofer4 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 428 Original Poster	Thanks, Adam. Sounds K-30ish, as commented above.

06-21-2013, 12:51 PM	#9
seventysixersfan Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,054	I wish they offered a K-5-like quiet shutter in a K-30/50-type body. Put in an input mic jack and that would really seal the deal for me! (My K-01 has a silent shutter and an input mic jack but obviously it lacks a good grip, VF, autofocus speed, etc. So I'd basically like to buy a K-5 that has the K-30's focus peaking feature and better video capabilities. Guess I should wait for yet another future generation...).