K1 shutter release problem

Kim-Hock Tan · 06-16-2019, 11:47 PM

I own a Pentax K1. It's 2 years old. Now I've a problem with the shutter release button. Often than not after taking 1 photo, the shutter release will not open. Please advise. Thank you.

Adam · 06-16-2019, 11:55 PM

Originally posted by Kim-Hock Tan

I own a Pentax K1. It's 2 years old. Now I've a problem with the shutter release button. Often than not after taking 1 photo, the shutter release will not open. Please advise. Thank you.

Are you using lens distortion corrections, skin tone corrections, clarity enhancements, or HDR? All of these add some lag before the next shot can be taken.

Kim-Hock Tan · 06-17-2019, 01:58 AM

I was saying I did not use any of the tools mentioned in your reply. The problem I have is after proper focusing and taking the first shot, I will be unable to depress the shutter button again. I need to switch off the power, and switch it on again before I can I shoot again. This happens all the time.

biz-engineer · 06-17-2019, 02:21 AM

My intuition tell me that it's like bounce-reduction capacitor behind the shutter button line, doesn't charge or doesn't discharge (depending on implementation). It only discharges when you switch off the camera because when you switch-off there is an active reset taking place. I'd send it for repair with a clearly written description of the symptoms.

**Kerrowdown** · 06-18-2019, 03:17 PM

Welcome to the forum, I hope you do manage to get your issue resolved quickly.

Tri_BK · 08-27-2019, 06:41 AM

In my case, it happens that the shutter does not release in the very first shot from power on. First there is no sound of shutter after triggering button and the result display is in black. I found several times but could not recreate that. Have anyone see the same issue and solve it? My K1 is in firmware 1.51

06-16-2019, 11:47 PM	#1
Kim-Hock Tan New Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Bedok Reservoir Road Posts: 3	K1 shutter release problem I own a Pentax K1. It's 2 years old. Now I've a problem with the shutter release button. Often than not after taking 1 photo, the shutter release will not open. Please advise. Thank you.

06-16-2019, 11:55 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by Kim-Hock Tan I own a Pentax K1. It's 2 years old. Now I've a problem with the shutter release button. Often than not after taking 1 photo, the shutter release will not open. Please advise. Thank you. Are you using lens distortion corrections, skin tone corrections, clarity enhancements, or HDR? All of these add some lag before the next shot can be taken. 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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06-17-2019, 01:58 AM	#3
Kim-Hock Tan New Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Bedok Reservoir Road Posts: 3 Original Poster	I was saying I did not use any of the tools mentioned in your reply. The problem I have is after proper focusing and taking the first shot, I will be unable to depress the shutter button again. I need to switch off the power, and switch it on again before I can I shoot again. This happens all the time.

06-17-2019, 02:21 AM	#4
biz-engineer Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 12,232	My intuition tell me that it's like bounce-reduction capacitor behind the shutter button line, doesn't charge or doesn't discharge (depending on implementation). It only discharges when you switch off the camera because when you switch-off there is an active reset taking place. I'd send it for repair with a clearly written description of the symptoms.

06-18-2019, 03:17 PM	#5
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,819	Welcome to the forum, I hope you do manage to get your issue resolved quickly.

08-27-2019, 06:41 AM	#6
Tri_BK Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 43	In my case, it happens that the shutter does not release in the very first shot from power on. First there is no sound of shutter after triggering button and the result display is in black. I found several times but could not recreate that. Have anyone see the same issue and solve it? My K1 is in firmware 1.51