Does the K-1 rattle?

besoterio · 05-17-2016, 05:55 AM

Can anyone tell me whether their new K-1 has a rattle when shook?

Upon delivery the shipping box fell from a table to the floor about three feet. Not terrible but when I opened it I found that the vendor did not protect the camera inside. The camera was pretty much shuffling around inside the shipping box. I took the camera out and shook it to listen for damage -- it has a rattle. I'm wondering if it's fine and the rattle is the articulated screen. I have no point of reference. My K-3 has no rattle and no articulated screen.

robthebloke · 05-17-2016, 06:19 AM

1. Don't shake it
2. Yes - it's the sensor moving (When it's turned on, the shake reduction system will hold it in place)

Ron_Man · 05-17-2016, 07:07 AM

I don't have a K-1 (yet) but none of my cameras rattle when I shake them while they're off.

But when turned on, my K-3 does "shuffle" a bit when moving and I'd have to stick my ear up close to actually hear it.

besoterio · 05-17-2016, 07:15 AM

Originally posted by robthebloke

1. Don't shake it
2. Yes - it's the sensor moving (When it's turned on, the shake reduction system will hold it in place)

Thank you.

besoterio · 05-17-2016, 07:20 AM

Originally posted by robthebloke

1. Don't shake it
2. Yes - it's the sensor moving (When it's turned on, the shake reduction system will hold it in place)

Thank you very much.

Na Horuk · 05-17-2016, 07:24 AM

There are already threads about this, even a PF blog post about the famous Pentax clunk, rattle sound. Its the sensor that floats in there for the SR mechanism. It is robust, but don't rattle the camera just to make sounds. Its not a musical instrument, and you might damage something inside if you shake it too much.

The sound is normal. Google more about it, it is present in Pentax DSLRs for years now

Oh, and congrats on getting a K-1

ajack · 05-17-2016, 07:25 AM

How hard are you shaking it? If I gently shake my K-1 the only rattling I hear is from the triangular ring strap attachments.

Adam · 05-17-2016, 09:18 AM

Originally posted by besoterio

Can anyone tell me whether their new K-1 has a rattle when shook?

Upon delivery the shipping box fell from a table to the floor about three feet. Not terrible but when I opened it I found that the vendor did not protect the camera inside. The camera was pretty much shuffling around inside the shipping box. I took the camera out and shook it to listen for damage -- it has a rattle. I'm wondering if it's fine and the rattle is the articulated screen. I have no point of reference. My K-3 has no rattle and no articulated screen.

The sensor SR assembly moves around more or less freely. It's normal to hear that inside the camera, on any Pentax model with SR (including your K-3). The K-1 sounds a little different but in all likelihood, yours is fine. Just be sure to check to see that the photos are good

saladin · 05-17-2016, 12:59 PM - **5 Likes**

Yes it does. Its going to rattle Nikon, canon, sony......

besoterio · 05-17-2016, 05:05 PM

Originally posted by saladin

Yes it does. Its going to rattle Nikon, canon, sony......

Ha ha. That's what I'm hoping! I've been following the reviews on DP Review. I hope they blow canon and nikon out of the water.

---------- Post added 05-17-16 at 05:07 PM ----------

Originally posted by Adam

The sensor SR assembly moves around more or less freely. It's normal to hear that inside the camera, on any Pentax model with SR (including your K-3). The K-1 sounds a little different but in all likelihood, yours is fine. Just be sure to check to see that the photos are good

Thank you. I wasn't shaking it hard but hearing that sound after a fall was unsettling. The images are outstanding BTW.

**clackers** · 05-17-2016, 05:58 PM

Originally posted by ajack

How hard are you shaking it? If I gently shake my K-1 the only rattling I hear is from the triangular ring strap attachments.

Yes, hold those still as you shake, and suddenly the 'sensor noise' may go away.

Alanuss · 05-25-2016, 01:52 PM

My K1 is also rattling. It stops when the mirror is locked up and also stops when I have the shutter half pressed for focussing. The rattle is quite loud and I can feel it thro' the body if I just turn the camera upside down and back. (Gently of course). It's more like a "clunk." I haven't dropped mine and have only had it 4 days. I think it must be the shake reduction but it is very loud and I didn't notice anything for the first 2 days of use. Photos are great, everything seems to work fine but.....

**squareeyes** · 05-26-2016, 08:19 AM

InBody stabilizing is noisy. It is how Pentax DSLRs work.

**Kerrowdown** · 05-29-2016, 06:26 AM

I developed a new rattle on my K1

When the grip finally arrived, I used the camera strap mounting point on it. So now the camera hangs sideways, same as in my old LX days.

For no real reason except I prefer it that way, because the strap now no longer comes over the top of the camera body, when it's wrapped around my right hand.

The new rattle was coming from the plastic covered strap clip, mounted to the captive post on the body. It's of a split ring construction, but boy it's a wee tough one to get off, but she's gone now and is all quiet and well, in the land of Kerrowdown once again.

seanix · 05-29-2016, 09:09 AM

Originally posted by Adam

It's normal to hear that inside the camera, on any Pentax model with SR (including your K-3).

My K20D does not do this. This was the first thing I noticed on the K-1. Probably a lot of people like me are upgrading from older bodies like the K10D or K20D with earlier versions of SR.

05-17-2016, 05:55 AM	#1
besoterio New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 5	Does the K-1 rattle? Can anyone tell me whether their new K-1 has a rattle when shook? Upon delivery the shipping box fell from a table to the floor about three feet. Not terrible but when I opened it I found that the vendor did not protect the camera inside. The camera was pretty much shuffling around inside the shipping box. I took the camera out and shook it to listen for damage -- it has a rattle. I'm wondering if it's fine and the rattle is the articulated screen. I have no point of reference. My K-3 has no rattle and no articulated screen.

05-17-2016, 09:18 AM	#8
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by besoterio Can anyone tell me whether their new K-1 has a rattle when shook? Upon delivery the shipping box fell from a table to the floor about three feet. Not terrible but when I opened it I found that the vendor did not protect the camera inside. The camera was pretty much shuffling around inside the shipping box. I took the camera out and shook it to listen for damage -- it has a rattle. I'm wondering if it's fine and the rattle is the articulated screen. I have no point of reference. My K-3 has no rattle and no articulated screen. The sensor SR assembly moves around more or less freely. It's normal to hear that inside the camera, on any Pentax model with SR (including your K-3). The K-1 sounds a little different but in all likelihood, yours is fine. Just be sure to check to see that the photos are good 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:

05-29-2016, 06:26 AM	#14
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,860	I developed a new rattle on my K1 When the grip finally arrived, I used the camera strap mounting point on it. So now the camera hangs sideways, same as in my old LX days. For no real reason except I prefer it that way, because the strap now no longer comes over the top of the camera body, when it's wrapped around my right hand. The new rattle was coming from the plastic covered strap clip, mounted to the captive post on the body. It's of a split ring construction, but boy it's a wee tough one to get off, but she's gone now and is all quiet and well, in the land of Kerrowdown once again. Last edited by Kerrowdown; 05-29-2016 at 06:36 AM.

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05-17-2016, 06:19 AM	#2
robthebloke Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Sydney Photos: Albums Posts: 844	1. Don't shake it 2. Yes - it's the sensor moving (When it's turned on, the shake reduction system will hold it in place)

05-17-2016, 07:07 AM	#3
Ron_Man Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: MD Posts: 221	I don't have a K-1 (yet) but none of my cameras rattle when I shake them while they're off. But when turned on, my K-3 does "shuffle" a bit when moving and I'd have to stick my ear up close to actually hear it.

05-17-2016, 07:15 AM	#4
besoterio New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 5 Original Poster	Originally posted by robthebloke 1. Don't shake it 2. Yes - it's the sensor moving (When it's turned on, the shake reduction system will hold it in place) Thank you.

05-17-2016, 07:20 AM	#5
besoterio New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 5 Original Poster	Originally posted by robthebloke 1. Don't shake it 2. Yes - it's the sensor moving (When it's turned on, the shake reduction system will hold it in place) Thank you very much.

05-17-2016, 07:24 AM	#6
Na Horuk Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Slovenia, probably Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,186	There are already threads about this, even a PF blog post about the famous Pentax clunk, rattle sound. Its the sensor that floats in there for the SR mechanism. It is robust, but don't rattle the camera just to make sounds. Its not a musical instrument, and you might damage something inside if you shake it too much. The sound is normal. Google more about it, it is present in Pentax DSLRs for years now Oh, and congrats on getting a K-1

05-17-2016, 07:25 AM	#7
ajack Forum Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Maine Posts: 95	How hard are you shaking it? If I gently shake my K-1 the only rattling I hear is from the triangular ring strap attachments.

05-17-2016, 12:59 PM - 5 Likes	#9
saladin Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: outer eastern melbourne, australia Posts: 427	Yes it does. Its going to rattle Nikon, canon, sony......

05-17-2016, 05:05 PM	#10
besoterio New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 5 Original Poster	Originally posted by saladin Yes it does. Its going to rattle Nikon, canon, sony...... Ha ha. That's what I'm hoping! I've been following the reviews on DP Review. I hope they blow canon and nikon out of the water. ---------- Post added 05-17-16 at 05:07 PM ---------- Originally posted by Adam The sensor SR assembly moves around more or less freely. It's normal to hear that inside the camera, on any Pentax model with SR (including your K-3). The K-1 sounds a little different but in all likelihood, yours is fine. Just be sure to check to see that the photos are good Thank you. I wasn't shaking it hard but hearing that sound after a fall was unsettling. The images are outstanding BTW.

05-17-2016, 05:58 PM	#11
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by ajack How hard are you shaking it? If I gently shake my K-1 the only rattling I hear is from the triangular ring strap attachments. Yes, hold those still as you shake, and suddenly the 'sensor noise' may go away.

05-25-2016, 01:52 PM	#12
Alanuss New Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 6	My K1 is also rattling. It stops when the mirror is locked up and also stops when I have the shutter half pressed for focussing. The rattle is quite loud and I can feel it thro' the body if I just turn the camera upside down and back. (Gently of course). It's more like a "clunk." I haven't dropped mine and have only had it 4 days. I think it must be the shake reduction but it is very loud and I didn't notice anything for the first 2 days of use. Photos are great, everything seems to work fine but.....

05-26-2016, 08:19 AM	#13
squareeyes Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 189	InBody stabilizing is noisy. It is how Pentax DSLRs work.

05-29-2016, 09:09 AM	#15
seanix Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Victoria, BC Photos: Albums Posts: 92	Originally posted by Adam It's normal to hear that inside the camera, on any Pentax model with SR (including your K-3). My K20D does not do this. This was the first thing I noticed on the K-1. Probably a lot of people like me are upgrading from older bodies like the K10D or K20D with earlier versions of SR.