manual focus lens on K1

micl161 · 08-25-2016, 12:14 AM

I have the K1 and when I shoot with some auto lens (like FA series), I set the viewfinder to have 9 point (square) focus indicator and it works fine, however, when I switch to manual focus lens (like A series), there will only one indicator (square) left in the center, just like the spot mode. Is this normal for the manual lens or I missing some settings ? Thanks.

Adam · 08-25-2016, 12:42 AM

Originally posted by micl161

I have the K1 and when I shoot with some auto lens (like FA series), I set the viewfinder to have 9 point (square) focus indicator and it works fine, however, when I switch to manual focus lens (like A series), there will only one indicator (square) left in the center, just like the spot mode. Is this normal for the manual lens or I missing some settings ? Thanks.

Yup, it's normal. You only get center point AF confirmation with manual lenses.

micl161 · 08-25-2016, 07:00 AM

Thanks, Adam.

08-25-2016, 12:14 AM	#1
micl161 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 127	manual focus lens on K1 I have the K1 and when I shoot with some auto lens (like FA series), I set the viewfinder to have 9 point (square) focus indicator and it works fine, however, when I switch to manual focus lens (like A series), there will only one indicator (square) left in the center, just like the spot mode. Is this normal for the manual lens or I missing some settings ? Thanks.

08-25-2016, 12:42 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by micl161 I have the K1 and when I shoot with some auto lens (like FA series), I set the viewfinder to have 9 point (square) focus indicator and it works fine, however, when I switch to manual focus lens (like A series), there will only one indicator (square) left in the center, just like the spot mode. Is this normal for the manual lens or I missing some settings ? Thanks. Yup, it's normal. You only get center point AF confirmation with manual lenses. 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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08-25-2016, 07:00 AM	#3
micl161 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 127 Original Poster	Thanks, Adam.

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