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akshay869 · 01-26-2015, 01:37 AM

This is a straight screenshot of a video. It was taken at 720p (24fps) and looks like the focus peaking lines have still persisted. (I have it enabled)
Has it happened to anyone else or it's just a random bug?

Secondly, my shutter button gets stuck in between. Any way to lubricate it without disassembling?

Unregistered User · 01-26-2015, 02:24 AM - **1 Like**

Check this thread... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/172-pentax-k-3/250619-focus-peaking-during-video.html

akshay869 · 01-26-2015, 10:33 AM

Thanks, I should try the search option first next time.

Besides, is anyone here having issues with their shutter button getting stuck during half press? Or it's just a irrelevant thing? I use the af button for focusing, but when I get ready to take the photo by depressing the shutter button, it gets stuck in that position once in a while.

Unregistered User · 01-26-2015, 10:59 AM

Originally posted by akshay869

Thanks, I should try the search option first next time.

Besides, is anyone here having issues with their shutter button getting stuck during half press? Or it's just a irrelevant thing? I use the af button for focusing, but when I get ready to take the photo by depressing the shutter button, it gets stuck in that position once in a while.

You could try to rinse it with lukewarm water from the tap and gently soak it while turning camera on/off and pressing the button for a while to get rid off possible gue that is stuck or have it replaced while under warranty...

akshay869 · 01-27-2015, 03:16 AM

Originally posted by Tjompen1968

You could try to rinse it with lukewarm water from the tap and gently soak it while turning camera on/off and pressing the button for a while to get rid off possible gue that is stuck or have it replaced while under warranty...

I'll try the lukewarm water method. Should I be worried about any ingression due to the water flowing at high speed?
I also have a small lubrication oil bottle that I got with my Braun trimmer, will try that as well.

Unregistered User · 01-27-2015, 06:02 AM

Originally posted by akshay869

I'll try the lukewarm water method. Should I be worried about any ingression due to the water flowing at high speed?
I also have a small lubrication oil bottle that I got with my Braun trimmer, will try that as well.

High pressure water is NOT recommended.

Using chemicals of any kind is NOT recommended.

Use ONLY water as I wrote earlier.

akshay869 · 01-27-2015, 06:58 AM

Thank you! I had to clarify the details.

stevebrot · 01-27-2015, 12:11 PM

Love the cool video effects!

OTOH, if you are having the problems you noted and your camera is still under warranty, I would suggest getting it fixed.

Steve

mamethot · 01-28-2015, 08:37 AM

I had the sticky shutter button too. One night while doing the dishes, I just soaked my finger in the dishwater (BEFORE washing the dishes :P) and then played with the shutter button for a little while. The solution somehow diluted the sticky matter and all is normal now.

I've cleaned rubber parts for engines and other mechanical objects countless number of times, never had a problem. However recommanding a warranty fix is probably the best course of action.

akshay869 · 01-28-2015, 09:45 AM

Originally posted by stevebrot

Love the cool video effects!

OTOH, if you are having the problems you noted and your camera is still under warranty, I would suggest getting it fixed.

Steve

Originally posted by mamethot

I had the sticky shutter button too. One night while doing the dishes, I just soaked my finger in the dishwater (BEFORE washing the dishes :P) and then played with the shutter button for a little while. The solution somehow diluted the sticky matter and all is normal now.

I've cleaned rubber parts for engines and other mechanical objects countless number of times, never had a problem. However recommanding a warranty fix is probably the best course of action.

I don't live anywhere near US, (I had asked my cousin to get it for me on her visit here) so I don't want to part with it when I'm madly loving this damn fine camera!

This is my first dslr and it really helps me capture photos the way I want it to.

I'll stick to trying non risky methods.

mamethot · 01-28-2015, 11:05 AM

I went ahead with this solution assuming that the weather sealing would cover for this. However getting a warranty repair is easier than for you it seems.

Unregistered User · 01-28-2015, 02:55 PM

Originally posted by mamethot

I had the sticky shutter button too. One night while doing the dishes, I just soaked my finger in the dishwater (BEFORE washing the dishes :P) and then played with the shutter button for a little while. The solution somehow diluted the sticky matter and all is normal now.

I've cleaned rubber parts for engines and other mechanical objects countless number of times, never had a problem. However recommanding a warranty fix is probably the best course of action.

Dish water is ok in my book to use for cleaning the K-3.

01-26-2015, 01:37 AM	#1
akshay869 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Pune Posts: 49	Video records focuspeaking This is a straight screenshot of a video. It was taken at 720p (24fps) and looks like the focus peaking lines have still persisted. (I have it enabled) Has it happened to anyone else or it's just a random bug? Secondly, my shutter button gets stuck in between. Any way to lubricate it without disassembling?

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01-26-2015, 02:24 AM - 1 Like	#2
Unregistered User Guest	Check this thread... https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/172-pentax-k-3/250619-focus-peaking-during-video.html

01-26-2015, 10:33 AM	#3
akshay869 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Pune Posts: 49 Original Poster	Thanks, I should try the search option first next time. Besides, is anyone here having issues with their shutter button getting stuck during half press? Or it's just a irrelevant thing? I use the af button for focusing, but when I get ready to take the photo by depressing the shutter button, it gets stuck in that position once in a while.

01-26-2015, 10:59 AM	#4
Unregistered User Guest	Originally posted by akshay869 Thanks, I should try the search option first next time. Besides, is anyone here having issues with their shutter button getting stuck during half press? Or it's just a irrelevant thing? I use the af button for focusing, but when I get ready to take the photo by depressing the shutter button, it gets stuck in that position once in a while. You could try to rinse it with lukewarm water from the tap and gently soak it while turning camera on/off and pressing the button for a while to get rid off possible gue that is stuck or have it replaced while under warranty...

01-27-2015, 03:16 AM	#5
akshay869 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Pune Posts: 49 Original Poster	Originally posted by Tjompen1968 You could try to rinse it with lukewarm water from the tap and gently soak it while turning camera on/off and pressing the button for a while to get rid off possible gue that is stuck or have it replaced while under warranty... I'll try the lukewarm water method. Should I be worried about any ingression due to the water flowing at high speed? I also have a small lubrication oil bottle that I got with my Braun trimmer, will try that as well.

01-27-2015, 06:02 AM	#6
Unregistered User Guest	Originally posted by akshay869 I'll try the lukewarm water method. Should I be worried about any ingression due to the water flowing at high speed? I also have a small lubrication oil bottle that I got with my Braun trimmer, will try that as well. High pressure water is NOT recommended. Using chemicals of any kind is NOT recommended. Use ONLY water as I wrote earlier.

01-27-2015, 06:58 AM	#7
akshay869 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Pune Posts: 49 Original Poster	Thank you! I had to clarify the details.

01-27-2015, 12:11 PM	#8
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Love the cool video effects! OTOH, if you are having the problems you noted and your camera is still under warranty, I would suggest getting it fixed. Steve

01-28-2015, 08:37 AM	#9
mamethot Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Greater Montreal Area Posts: 736	I had the sticky shutter button too. One night while doing the dishes, I just soaked my finger in the dishwater (BEFORE washing the dishes :P) and then played with the shutter button for a little while. The solution somehow diluted the sticky matter and all is normal now. I've cleaned rubber parts for engines and other mechanical objects countless number of times, never had a problem. However recommanding a warranty fix is probably the best course of action.

01-28-2015, 09:45 AM	#10
akshay869 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Pune Posts: 49 Original Poster	Originally posted by stevebrot Love the cool video effects! OTOH, if you are having the problems you noted and your camera is still under warranty, I would suggest getting it fixed. Steve Originally posted by mamethot I had the sticky shutter button too. One night while doing the dishes, I just soaked my finger in the dishwater (BEFORE washing the dishes :P) and then played with the shutter button for a little while. The solution somehow diluted the sticky matter and all is normal now. I've cleaned rubber parts for engines and other mechanical objects countless number of times, never had a problem. However recommanding a warranty fix is probably the best course of action. I don't live anywhere near US, (I had asked my cousin to get it for me on her visit here) so I don't want to part with it when I'm madly loving this damn fine camera! This is my first dslr and it really helps me capture photos the way I want it to. I'll stick to trying non risky methods.

01-28-2015, 11:05 AM	#11
mamethot Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Greater Montreal Area Posts: 736	I went ahead with this solution assuming that the weather sealing would cover for this. However getting a warranty repair is easier than for you it seems.

01-28-2015, 02:55 PM	#12
Unregistered User Guest	Originally posted by mamethot I had the sticky shutter button too. One night while doing the dishes, I just soaked my finger in the dishwater (BEFORE washing the dishes :P) and then played with the shutter button for a little while. The solution somehow diluted the sticky matter and all is normal now. I've cleaned rubber parts for engines and other mechanical objects countless number of times, never had a problem. However recommanding a warranty fix is probably the best course of action. Dish water is ok in my book to use for cleaning the K-3.

Video records focuspeaking

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