Firmware update for K200D

dws1117 · 06-27-2008, 09:46 PM

Anyone heard anything as to if or when?

dtra · 06-28-2008, 02:58 AM

why do you need a firmware update?

SpecialK · 06-28-2008, 06:26 AM

Check the Pextax page as that is where it will be when it comes...

spaggom · 06-24-2009, 12:08 PM

I'd like to have the possibility of control of my camera with a computer and the software "Pentax Remote Assistant 3", as with the K10D and K20D

wll · 06-24-2009, 03:01 PM

Originally posted by spaggom

I'd like to have the possibility of control of my camera with a computer and the software "Pentax Remote Assistant 3", as with the K10D and K20D

Not only that, but I would like four star jpegs, but I don't know if this Sony sensor can do that.

wll

lyn · 06-24-2009, 04:41 PM

Originally posted by spaggom

I'd like to have the possibility of control of my camera with a computer and the software "Pentax Remote Assistant 3", as with the K10D and K20D

K200D IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH Pentax Remote Assistant 3.

Marc Sabatella · 06-24-2009, 09:01 PM

Originally posted by wll

Not only that, but I would like four star jpegs, but I don't know if this Sony sensor can do that.

The sensor has nothing to do it. The "star" ratings are a way of controlling the amount of compression applied in the JPEG conversion. The more stars, the less compression that is applied. If the amount of compression applied by the camera at the highest setting is too much for you, then you can always shoot RAW and do the conversion yourself and choose a lower compression setting still.

WillCarney · 11-16-2009, 09:57 AM

Is there any other software that will control the K200D through the computer?

William

WillCarney · 11-17-2009, 09:59 AM

Dear Mr. Carney,
Thank you for contacting Pentax.
The K200D will not work with remote assistant software. Only the ist D, K10D and K20D models support remote assistant.
If you are in need of further assistance, please respond to this email or call our technical support center at 800-877-0155.
Sincerely,
Randall Schumacher
Pentax Imaging Technical Support

Your Email:
Is there any remote assistant software other than RA3 that will work with the K200D. I just bought one and would like to control it by computer.
William

Guess that answers that. I'll try and return my K200D and go back to film.
William

ytterbium · 11-17-2009, 10:08 AM

If you need tethered shooting you could try Eye-Fi.
It would not allow for a full control, but allow to snatch captured pictures from camera while shooting.
If interval shooting is needed, it could be done with wired remote socket and simple intervalometer.

WillCarney · 11-17-2009, 12:56 PM

Originally posted by ytterbium

If you need tethered shooting you could try Eye-Fi.
It would not allow for a full control, but allow to snatch captured pictures from camera while shooting.
If interval shooting is needed, it could be done with wired remote socket and simple intervalometer.

Full control is desireable. While self timer and mirror lock would reduce vibration actually touching the camera in any way induces movement. Shooting through a 8inch SCT takes time to settle down. I want to do complete remote photography. My Atlas mount and autoguider are both controlled by computer. It's pretty clear that the K200D is not going to work so back it goes. I will probably dump all my Pentax gear now and just start over with Canon or Nikon. Even though I have used Pentax for 40 years. Thanks anyway, Pentax just does not have it now days.

William

bobD · 11-17-2009, 12:57 PM

Originally posted by WillCarney

Is there any other software that will control the K200D through the computer?

William

Yes, for Linux. If you are computer savvy or an adventurer then this is worth a look.

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/post-processing-printing-software-darkroo...w-version.html

cheers, Bob.

Ivan-1 · 10-19-2010, 09:59 AM

будет отлично если прошивки k200d будут обновляться! я бы очень хотел увидеть в меню автоспуск затвора по таймеру и более длительные настройки выдержки

kwokstar · 10-20-2010, 03:35 AM

yeah, i agree, a lovely firmware upgrade would get me to take it out of out the drawer again !

06-27-2008, 09:46 PM	#1
dws1117 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Spring, TX. Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,157	Firmware update for K200D Anyone heard anything as to if or when?

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spaggom New Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Galicia. Spain Posts: 1	Firmware update for K200D I'd like to have the possibility of control of my camera with a computer and the software "Pentax Remote Assistant 3", as with the K10D and K20D

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lyn New Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 9	Originally posted by spaggom I'd like to have the possibility of control of my camera with a computer and the software "Pentax Remote Assistant 3", as with the K10D and K20D K200D IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH Pentax Remote Assistant 3.

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Marc Sabatella Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Denver, CO Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,685	Originally posted by wll Not only that, but I would like four star jpegs, but I don't know if this Sony sensor can do that. The sensor has nothing to do it. The "star" ratings are a way of controlling the amount of compression applied in the JPEG conversion. The more stars, the less compression that is applied. If the amount of compression applied by the camera at the highest setting is too much for you, then you can always shoot RAW and do the conversion yourself and choose a lower compression setting still.

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WillCarney Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bloomington, Illinois Posts: 66	Is there any other software that will control the K200D through the computer? William

11-17-2009, 09:59 AM	#9
WillCarney Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bloomington, Illinois Posts: 66	Dear Mr. Carney, Thank you for contacting Pentax. The K200D will not work with remote assistant software. Only the ist D, K10D and K20D models support remote assistant. If you are in need of further assistance, please respond to this email or call our technical support center at 800-877-0155. Sincerely, Randall Schumacher Pentax Imaging Technical Support Your Email: Is there any remote assistant software other than RA3 that will work with the K200D. I just bought one and would like to control it by computer. William Guess that answers that. I'll try and return my K200D and go back to film. William

11-17-2009, 10:08 AM	#10
ytterbium Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 1,076	If you need tethered shooting you could try Eye-Fi. It would not allow for a full control, but allow to snatch captured pictures from camera while shooting. If interval shooting is needed, it could be done with wired remote socket and simple intervalometer.

11-17-2009, 12:56 PM	#11
WillCarney Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bloomington, Illinois Posts: 66	Originally posted by ytterbium If you need tethered shooting you could try Eye-Fi. It would not allow for a full control, but allow to snatch captured pictures from camera while shooting. If interval shooting is needed, it could be done with wired remote socket and simple intervalometer. Full control is desireable. While self timer and mirror lock would reduce vibration actually touching the camera in any way induces movement. Shooting through a 8inch SCT takes time to settle down. I want to do complete remote photography. My Atlas mount and autoguider are both controlled by computer. It's pretty clear that the K200D is not going to work so back it goes. I will probably dump all my Pentax gear now and just start over with Canon or Nikon. Even though I have used Pentax for 40 years. Thanks anyway, Pentax just does not have it now days. William

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bobD Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Waikikamukau Photos: Albums Posts: 1,248	Originally posted by WillCarney Is there any other software that will control the K200D through the computer? William Yes, for Linux. If you are computer savvy or an adventurer then this is worth a look. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/post-processing-printing-software-darkroo...w-version.html cheers, Bob.

10-19-2010, 09:59 AM	#13
Ivan-1 New Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 1	будет отлично если прошивки k200d будут обновляться! я бы очень хотел увидеть в меню автоспуск затвора по таймеру и более длительные настройки выдержки

10-20-2010, 03:35 AM	#14
kwokstar New Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Sydney Posts: 3	yeah, i agree, a lovely firmware upgrade would get me to take it out of out the drawer again !