Question about new K1

ds7711 · 06-24-2016, 02:24 PM

Hi all,

I'm new to pentax and just got my new K1 today.

When I was playing with it, I felt like something is not fixed and moving inside the camera. Since it never occurred to my old Nikon D7000. I was wondering whether this is normal or I should contact the reseller for a potential problem.

Thanks for your help.

Best,
Ming

Adam · 06-24-2016, 02:25 PM

Originally posted by ds7711

Hi all,

I'm new to pentax and just got my new K1 today.

When I was playing with it, I felt like something is not fixed and moving inside the camera. Since it never occurred to my old Nikon D7000. I was wondering whether this is normal or I should contact the reseller for a potential problem.

Thanks for your help.

Best,
Ming

This is normal. What you're hearing is the shake reduction mechanism inside the camera (which the D7000 doesn't have). Happy shooting!

Gimbal · 06-24-2016, 02:26 PM

It is normal, and if you look around you are not the first one to ask this question.

shaolen · 06-24-2016, 08:26 PM - **1 Like**

that's the sound of awesomeness my friend

MarkJerling · 06-24-2016, 10:03 PM

Interesting just how often this question come up.

**RobA_Oz** · 06-25-2016, 01:08 AM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

Interesting just how often this question come up.

Which suggests a note in the handbook mightn't be a bad idea.

MarkJerling · 06-25-2016, 03:37 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

Which suggests a note in the handbook mightn't be a bad idea.

Or a note on the box!

bobmaxja · 06-25-2016, 05:09 AM

Most people dont read anything when they buy new stuff!!

**RobA_Oz** · 06-25-2016, 06:26 AM

Originally posted by bobmaxja

Most people dont read anything when they buy new stuff!!

They're more likely to if it rattles!

**gaweidert** · 06-25-2016, 06:30 AM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

Interesting just how often this question come up.

New Pentaxians being created all time. Not a bad thing,

WELCOME ABOARD!!!!!!!

**Schraubstock** · 06-25-2016, 06:48 AM - **1 Like**

This should be on the box (or similar)

Maybe make this a sticky and when the question comes up next time (which it will) just point to it.

Edgar_in_Indy · 06-25-2016, 09:27 AM

Don't play with it!

Dlanor Sekao · 06-25-2016, 09:38 AM

Mine rattles....but it was the Funky tabs for the Infernal boring neck strap Tabs....Rattling on the magnesium Body !
Yes.......There should be a "STICKY" on the above SR that freaks so many people out.

06-24-2016, 02:24 PM	#1
ds7711 New Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Posts: 17	Question about new K1 Hi all, I'm new to pentax and just got my new K1 today. When I was playing with it, I felt like something is not fixed and moving inside the camera. Since it never occurred to my old Nikon D7000. I was wondering whether this is normal or I should contact the reseller for a potential problem. Thanks for your help. Best, Ming

06-24-2016, 02:25 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by ds7711 Hi all, I'm new to pentax and just got my new K1 today. When I was playing with it, I felt like something is not fixed and moving inside the camera. Since it never occurred to my old Nikon D7000. I was wondering whether this is normal or I should contact the reseller for a potential problem. Thanks for your help. Best, Ming This is normal. What you're hearing is the shake reduction mechanism inside the camera (which the D7000 doesn't have). Happy shooting! 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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Schraubstock Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,386	This should be on the box (or similar) Maybe make this a sticky and when the question comes up next time (which it will) just point to it. Last edited by Schraubstock; 11-15-2016 at 03:12 AM.

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Dlanor Sekao Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 1,457	Mine rattles....but it was the Funky tabs for the Infernal boring neck strap Tabs....Rattling on the magnesium Body ! Yes.......There should be a "STICKY" on the above SR that freaks so many people out.