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03-16-2022, 04:20 PM   #1
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Pentax DSLR Repair Shop in Calgary AB

Hi Pentax People,

My K-50 has suffered from "The Black Screen of Death" aka iris control solenoid failure.

I've read that it can be fixed yourself, but reading the instructions, I'm not convinced I'd be able to manage it without losing / damaging the many tiny parts that would be released upon opening the camera casing.

Can anyone recommend a good camera repair shop in Calgary AB, who could carry out the necessary repair work to fix/ replace the iris control solenoid?

Thanks - D

03-16-2022, 04:32 PM   #2
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I don't know of anything local. I am in Okotoks. I think you will have to send it away.

https://www.ricoh-imaging.ca/support/repairs/

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03-16-2022, 05:49 PM   #3
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Here's something that I just Googled - might be worth a check. They might at least be able to provide a referral.

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03-17-2022, 12:02 AM   #4
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QuoteOriginally posted by DafTekno Quote
Hi Pentax People,

My K-50 has suffered from "The Black Screen of Death" aka iris control solenoid failure.

I've read that it can be fixed yourself, but reading the instructions, I'm not convinced I'd be able to manage it without losing / damaging the many tiny parts that would be released upon opening the camera casing.

Can anyone recommend a good camera repair shop in Calgary AB, who could carry out the necessary repair work to fix/ replace the iris control solenoid?

Thanks - D
The Sticky at the top of this sub-forum (link below) lists the repairers worldwide.
While none are listed as being in Calgary, a referral might be possible from one of the other Canadian businesses listed.

Best of luck with getting a repair.

Pentax Repair Facilities (Wordwide listing) - PentaxForums.com

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Sun Camera in Toronto may be able to do it - they are the authorized service centre. I've had good experiences dealing with them.

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The Camera Store in Calgary sells some Ricoh product, and may be able to refer you somewhere. I've had mostly positive experiences dealing with them (only 1 problem ever).

https://thecamerastore.com/
03-17-2022, 01:22 PM   #6
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Sun Camera does good work. They fixed an Olympus lens from my daughter's camera and did a proper job at a fair price.

Also, here is the link to the Ricoh-Pentax repair center in Toronto:
https://www.ricoh-imaging.ca/support/repairs/

There's a phone number listed there, so a call to them might be a good start.

Best of luck with the repair.
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