Lack of K-3 II Body Cap

wmsnyder65 · 06-01-2018, 04:55 PM

So I just purchased a new K-3 II and it came with a cheap plastic cover on the lens mount. I can't believe Ricoh would be that cheap??

Adam · 06-01-2018, 11:41 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by wmsnyder65

So I just purchased a new K-3 II and it came with a cheap plastic cover on the lens mount. I can't believe Ricoh would be that cheap??

A lot of people complain about those plastic covers, but they are actually very good because they don't scratch the contacts on the lens mount (unlike earlier film-era caps) and are quick to put on/take off.

Only with the release of the K-1 (2016) did Pentax create a bayonet body cap that doesn't touch the contacts. I'd expect this cap to be used on future bodies; it's already included with the KP.

It's called the "body cap K II" if you want to try to get one separately.

wmsnyder65 · 06-02-2018, 06:21 AM

My main problem is it does not lock on the body, it can fall off too easily.

Craig66 · 07-01-2018, 09:04 PM

As Adam said. You can buy a Pentax K mount body cap as a separate item. There are many versions available online, but I'd get a Ricoh/Pentax made one. Same as on the K1.

Pentax Body Cap ? K Mount | Digital Camera Warehouse

MarkJerling · 07-01-2018, 09:12 PM

Originally posted by wmsnyder65

My main problem is it does not lock on the body, it can fall off too easily.

I rather like it. When changing lenses, it's easy to put on and take off, which is what I do to prevent dust getting to the sensor. It's never fallen off yet.

**microlight** · 07-02-2018, 05:34 AM - **1 Like**

I have no idea where my K-3II body cap is, as I’ve never actively used a body cap with any camera. It just seems like an extra unnecessary step when changing lenses or putting the camera away after use - so my body cap tends to be the last lens that I used, then I’ll change it for the appropriate lens on next use. As many here probably also have, I use a lens change technique that seems to minimises the time that the camera throat is open and the bayonet end of the lens is uncovered.

**c.perkins** · 07-02-2018, 08:12 AM

My experience with those slip fit body covers is 50/50.
A couple fit good and snug and a couple fall right off with a slight shake.
Have gone to bayonet style.

stevebrot · 07-02-2018, 09:22 AM

Originally posted by microlight

I have no idea where my K-3II body cap is, as I’ve never actively used a body cap with any camera.

The cap from my K-3 is in the shipping box...I think

I tend to keep a lens on the camera so that it may be used to take a picture when I need it to. The only times I use a body cap is when sending a body in for service.

Steve

**Mikesul** · 07-02-2018, 09:27 AM

Originally posted by stevebrot

The cap from my K-3 is in the shipping box...I think

I tend to keep a lens on the camera so that it may be used to take a picture when I need it to. The only times I use a body cap is when sending a body in for service.

Steve

I agree. Just use a lens.

pschlute · 07-15-2018, 03:02 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Mikesul

I agree. Just use a lens.

The DA 40mm 2.8 makes an excellent multi purpose body cap.

**monochrome** · 07-15-2018, 03:44 PM

I store cameras* with a push-on body cap mounted but my active cameras (K-1, KP) always have a lens mounted. AFA the new Pentax locking body caps, I attach the rear cap from the mounted lens to the body cap and slip the pair in a pocket in my camera bag.

* Film cameras, K10D, K-01 etc.

reh321 · 07-16-2018, 07:12 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by monochrome

I store cameras* with a push-on body cap mounted but my active cameras (K-1, KP) always have a lens mounted. AFA the new Pentax locking body caps, I attach the rear cap from the mounted lens to the body cap and slip the pair in a pocket in my camera bag.

* Film cameras, K10D, K-01 etc.

I store all cameras the same. In bag with lens ready to go. This is true of my "retired" cameras as well as "active" cameras
The only difference is that "retired" camera has battery in bag itself instead of in camera.

teogin · 07-27-2018, 02:51 AM

Some times we need covers for the lens, the flash gun place and the viewfinder.
For example it is difficult to find some accessories for older bodies and I wonder if Pentax could publish the prototypes in order to give me the opportunity to print an accessory for my Pentax Z-1 (Viewfinder cup etc.)

wmsnyder65 · 07-28-2018, 04:16 AM

Originally posted by reh321

I store all cameras the same. In bag with lens ready to go. This is true of my "retired" cameras as well as "active" cameras
The only difference is that "retired" camera has battery in bag itself instead of in camera.

I usually store the camera with lens attached also but still use the cap once in a while.

torashi · 08-17-2018, 05:48 PM

My K-5 came with one of those and I've never had a problem with it. It's even quicker to work with.

06-01-2018, 04:55 PM	#1
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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by wmsnyder65 So I just purchased a new K-3 II and it came with a cheap plastic cover on the lens mount. I can't believe Ricoh would be that cheap?? A lot of people complain about those plastic covers, but they are actually very good because they don't scratch the contacts on the lens mount (unlike earlier film-era caps) and are quick to put on/take off. Only with the release of the K-1 (2016) did Pentax create a bayonet body cap that doesn't touch the contacts. I'd expect this cap to be used on future bodies; it's already included with the KP. It's called the "body cap K II" if you want to try to get one separately. 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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wmsnyder65 Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 52 Original Poster	My main problem is it does not lock on the body, it can fall off too easily.

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Craig66 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Sapphire Coast. NSW. Posts: 141	As Adam said. You can buy a Pentax K mount body cap as a separate item. There are many versions available online, but I'd get a Ricoh/Pentax made one. Same as on the K1. Pentax Body Cap ? K Mount \| Digital Camera Warehouse

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MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,405	Originally posted by wmsnyder65 My main problem is it does not lock on the body, it can fall off too easily. I rather like it. When changing lenses, it's easy to put on and take off, which is what I do to prevent dust getting to the sensor. It's never fallen off yet.

07-02-2018, 05:34 AM - 1 Like	#6
microlight Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 2,129	I have no idea where my K-3II body cap is, as I’ve never actively used a body cap with any camera. It just seems like an extra unnecessary step when changing lenses or putting the camera away after use - so my body cap tends to be the last lens that I used, then I’ll change it for the appropriate lens on next use. As many here probably also have, I use a lens change technique that seems to minimises the time that the camera throat is open and the bayonet end of the lens is uncovered.

07-02-2018, 08:12 AM	#7
c.perkins Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: New Lisbon, WI. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 515	My experience with those slip fit body covers is 50/50. A couple fit good and snug and a couple fall right off with a slight shake. Have gone to bayonet style.

07-02-2018, 09:22 AM	#8
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by microlight I have no idea where my K-3II body cap is, as I’ve never actively used a body cap with any camera. The cap from my K-3 is in the shipping box...I think I tend to keep a lens on the camera so that it may be used to take a picture when I need it to. The only times I use a body cap is when sending a body in for service. Steve

07-02-2018, 09:27 AM	#9
Mikesul Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 7,594	Originally posted by stevebrot The cap from my K-3 is in the shipping box...I think I tend to keep a lens on the camera so that it may be used to take a picture when I need it to. The only times I use a body cap is when sending a body in for service. Steve I agree. Just use a lens.

07-15-2018, 03:02 PM - 4 Likes	#10
pschlute Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Surrey, UK Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,198	Originally posted by Mikesul I agree. Just use a lens. The DA 40mm 2.8 makes an excellent multi purpose body cap.

07-15-2018, 03:44 PM	#11
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	I *store* cameras* with a push-on body cap mounted but my active cameras (K-1, KP) always have a lens mounted. AFA the new Pentax locking body caps, I attach the rear cap from the mounted lens to the body cap and slip the pair in a pocket in my camera bag. * Film cameras, K10D, K-01 etc.

07-16-2018, 07:12 AM - 1 Like	#12
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,177	Originally posted by monochrome I *store* cameras* with a push-on body cap mounted but my active cameras (K-1, KP) always have a lens mounted. AFA the new Pentax locking body caps, I attach the rear cap from the mounted lens to the body cap and slip the pair in a pocket in my camera bag. * Film cameras, K10D, K-01 etc. I store all cameras the same. In bag with lens ready to go. This is true of my "retired" cameras as well as "active" cameras The only difference is that "retired" camera has battery in bag itself instead of in camera.

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07-27-2018, 02:51 AM	#13
teogin Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Thessaloniki, Greece Photos: Gallery Posts: 74	Some times we need covers for the lens, the flash gun place and the viewfinder. For example it is difficult to find some accessories for older bodies and I wonder if Pentax could publish the prototypes in order to give me the opportunity to print an accessory for my Pentax Z-1 (Viewfinder cup etc.)

07-28-2018, 04:16 AM	#14
wmsnyder65 Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 52 Original Poster	Originally posted by reh321 I store all cameras the same. In bag with lens ready to go. This is true of my "retired" cameras as well as "active" cameras The only difference is that "retired" camera has battery in bag itself instead of in camera. I usually store the camera with lens attached also but still use the cap once in a while.

08-17-2018, 05:48 PM	#15
torashi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Medellín Posts: 1,322	My K-5 came with one of those and I've never had a problem with it. It's even quicker to work with.