k-50 shutter life

reh321 · 08-23-2019, 12:58 PM

Originally posted by R.Miller

I had a KS-2 that failed and could not get it replaced or repaired. I would look at a K-5 K-3 or KP series (K-5, K-5II, K-5IIs K3, K3II or KP). I picked up a used K-5 and am really impressed with the features and build quality.

What was the shutter count when it failed?

jaq1967 · 08-23-2019, 01:13 PM

Originally posted by ChristianRock

I would just like to add that not all K-50 cameras develop the dreaded aperture block issue... mine's getting closed to 40,000 shutter actuations (I got it with about 35,000). It does have an electronic issue that shows up sometimes then goes away, but for the most time it's been a great camera and I enjoy using it.

I do think that the K-5II and K-5IIs are better, especially for someone who wants to really learn photography.

Agreed... Although I bought 3 to repair (to resell) with this issue I also have one that I bought from new that I still use that has never had this or other electrical issues. It must be in its 10s of thousands shutter count by now. I'm sure the failure rate isn't as high on the K50 as we imagine. It is a good camera. I wouldn't be any wiser of the fault if I did surf the net looking generally at stuff.

R.Miller · 08-26-2019, 01:31 PM

Originally posted by reh321

What was the shutter count when it failed?

About 2,700 I think.

ZombieArmy · 08-31-2019, 10:49 AM

Brother has a used K30 with 40k actuations, still works like a champ.

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08-23-2019, 12:58 PM	#16
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,180	Originally posted by R.Miller I had a KS-2 that failed and could not get it replaced or repaired. I would look at a K-5 K-3 or KP series (K-5, K-5II, K-5IIs K3, K3II or KP). I picked up a used K-5 and am really impressed with the features and build quality. What was the shutter count when it failed?

08-23-2019, 01:13 PM	#17
jaq1967 Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Essex Posts: 54	Originally posted by ChristianRock I would just like to add that not all K-50 cameras develop the dreaded aperture block issue... mine's getting closed to 40,000 shutter actuations (I got it with about 35,000). It does have an electronic issue that shows up sometimes then goes away, but for the most time it's been a great camera and I enjoy using it. I do think that the K-5II and K-5IIs are better, especially for someone who wants to really learn photography. Agreed... Although I bought 3 to repair (to resell) with this issue I also have one that I bought from new that I still use that has never had this or other electrical issues. It must be in its 10s of thousands shutter count by now. I'm sure the failure rate isn't as high on the K50 as we imagine. It is a good camera. I wouldn't be any wiser of the fault if I did surf the net looking generally at stuff.

08-26-2019, 01:31 PM	#18
R.Miller Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Midwest Coastal Region USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 426	Originally posted by reh321 What was the shutter count when it failed? About 2,700 I think.

08-31-2019, 10:49 AM	#19
ZombieArmy Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 3,210	Brother has a used K30 with 40k actuations, still works like a champ.