Pentax ist ds - only black with a streak images

rcmeutsch · 05-31-2016, 02:30 AM

Was fine, now just dark images with a small grey partial streak on the right side.... Any ideas?

**pathdoc** · 05-31-2016, 02:37 AM

My *istDL did this except with a horizontal red line. I suspect it's the end, because when I sent it in to Ricoh they told me parts were unavailable. Perhaps yours is a different issue - loose wire or something - and can be repaired, but I would be prepared for the worst if I were you.

Adam · 05-31-2016, 03:13 AM

I'd try another memory card and a settings reset. If those don't help, it might be time to retire the camera. Perhaps there's a K-50 out there with your name on it

Best of luck!

rcmeutsch · 06-02-2016, 10:51 AM

thanks, probably time to upgrade...

05-31-2016, 02:30 AM	#1
rcmeutsch New Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 10	Pentax ist ds - only black with a streak images Was fine, now just dark images with a small grey partial streak on the right side.... Any ideas?

05-31-2016, 03:13 AM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,819	I'd try another memory card and a settings reset. If those don't help, it might be time to retire the camera. Perhaps there's a K-50 out there with your name on it Best of luck! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com's high server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover those costs by donating. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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05-31-2016, 02:37 AM	#2
pathdoc Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,760	My *istDL did this except with a horizontal red line. I suspect it's the end, because when I sent it in to Ricoh they told me parts were unavailable. Perhaps yours is a different issue - loose wire or something - and can be repaired, but I would be prepared for the worst if I were you.

06-02-2016, 10:51 AM	#4
rcmeutsch New Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 10 Original Poster	thanks, probably time to upgrade...