Pentax Film SLR Repair Resources

**monochrome** · 03-28-2019, 03:52 PM - **1 Like**

I’m sending Advance a mint black ME-F with a frozen shutter that Eric declined to repair, and a nice working 645 with bunged threads where you attach the eyecup to the viewfinder. I have a replacement viewfinder assembly. Eric doesn’t work on 645’s.

I’ll report on my experience.

Last edited by monochrome; 04-01-2019 at 12:50 PM.

nickthetasmaniac · 03-28-2019, 05:56 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by gordon_l34

Hi All,

f16 at Margate , Brisbane does repairs to all cameras and lens

If you Google f16, his web page will come up.

Regards,
Gordon.

Just an update. I’ve spoken with Alan at F16 and I’ll be sending an SV and two takumars for a service. I’ll report back here on how it goes. He also commented that he can fabricate SV shutter curtains.

**gofour3** · 03-29-2019, 10:01 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by monochrome

I’m sending Advamce a mint black ME-F with a frozen shutter that Eric declined to repair

Good stuff! My ME-F is in Winnipeg waiting for a CLA. I was quoted $115CDN ($84USD) for the work by Computech Camera Repair. They send you a quote and you approve/reject it and then pay when the work is done. There is a $10CDN fee for rejected quotes.

Phil.

**monochrome** · 03-29-2019, 11:20 AM

Originally posted by gofour3

Good stuff! My ME-F is in Winnipeg waiting for a CLA. I was quoted $115CDN ($84USD) for the work by Computech Camera Repair. They send you a quote and you approve/reject it and then pay when the work is done. There is a $10CDN fee for rejected quotes.

Phil.

Thanks. Guideline for me.

Astro-Baby · 03-29-2019, 04:01 PM

Also need to add MWCameraRepairs

Did sterling work on another OM1 and handles Pentax and other makes.

**monochrome** · 04-01-2019, 01:07 PM - **1 Like**

I spoke with the Admin Manager of the Repair Department at Advance Camera. Theses are their terms and the process:
Send your cameras. Include a note with issues, your mailing address, email address and telephones. They will diagnose and quote a repair estimate by email. You will pay return shipping if estimate is declined. 4-6 weeks turnaround is normal. 6 month warranty.

Here are their price ranges for a standard CLA for the cameras I’m sending:

SV = $140-$165 (shutter hangs intermittently)
K = $140-$165 (very slow shutter on Slow speeds)
ME-F $140-$165 (mirror will not return)
645 = Quote (replace Viewfinder assembly - I have the parts).

They were extremely pleasant and delighted to hear from me.

Originally posted by monochrome

I’m sending Advance a mint black ME-F with a frozen shutter that Eric declined to repair, and a nice working 645 with bunged threads where you attach the eyecup to the viewfinder. I have a replacement viewfinder assembly. Eric doesn’t work on 645’s.

I’ll report on my experience.

**gofour3** · 04-02-2019, 08:35 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by gofour3

Good stuff! My ME-F is in Winnipeg waiting for a CLA. I was quoted $115CDN ($84USD) for the work by Computech Camera Repair. They send you a quote and you approve/reject it and then pay when the work is done. There is a $10CDN fee for rejected quotes.

Phil.

***UPDATE***

Received an email from Computech yesterday indication my ME-F & P50 are ready. I called them to pay with my CC and the cameras are on the way back to me.

Will update after I get them back and test. So far so good.

Phil.

**gofour3** · 04-05-2019, 08:41 AM - **1 Like**

Got my P50 & ME-F back yesterday from Computech Camera Repairs.

The P50's broken film rewind/back door release knob shaft has been repaired. Looks good and that repair cost $75.00CDN ($55USD)

The ME-F had a CLA,and that cost $115.00CDN ($84USD)

There was a bit of tax on both and shipping back to YVR. So the grand total was $225.75CDN. ($165USD)

Will test both to make sure all is well.

So far I'm happy with their service and it's nice to have the transaction done in Canadian dollars. Also no customs issues to deal with.

Computech is a good option for Canadians.

Phil.

disconnekt · 04-05-2019, 10:47 PM - **1 Like**

Anyone recommend a place in the US that repairs M42 screwmount camera's?
I have a Sears TLS (rebadged Ricoh Singlex TLS) I plan to CLA down the road when I have the money, just dont where to start looking that isnt too expensive.

nickthetasmaniac · 01-19-2020, 10:06 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by gordon_l34

Hi All,

f16 at Margate , Brisbane does repairs to all cameras and lens

If you Google f16, his web page will come up.

Regards,
Gordon.

Following up on this for posterity.

I've just received back two SV's from F16 Camera Service.

Alan ended up replacing the shutter curtains in both, as well as completing a regular CLA. Cost was $145AUD each. It's took a while (I think Alan was waiting on a sheet of the shutter curtain material) but I'm more than happy with the outcome. Also really good to know that there are techs out there than can still manufacture parts for these older cameras (for an acceptable price too).

So, a good option to keep in mind if you want to keep your old cloth focal-plane body on the road

**termy** · 01-20-2020, 07:51 PM

Originally posted by gordon_l34

Hi All,

f16 at Margate , Brisbane does repairs to all cameras and lens

If you Google f16, his web page will come up.

Regards,
Gordon.

g'day Gordon
(and also nickthetasmaniac).

I was wondering if you guys (or any other Aussies here), has any experience with Nagami Cameras in Melbourne.

Also good to know about f16 in Brisbane.

I've got a couple of old AF lenses that need cleaning up, but not sure which might ok to handle AF lenses.

Nagami Cam's website >>

Nagami Camera Service

nickthetasmaniac · 01-20-2020, 08:49 PM

Originally posted by termy

g'day Gordon
(and also nickthetasmaniac).

I was wondering if you guys (or any other Aussies here), has any experience with Nagami Cameras in Melbourne.

Also good to know about f16 in Brisbane.

I've got a couple of old AF lenses that need cleaning up, but not sure which might ok to handle AF lenses.

Nagami Cam's website >>

Nagami Camera Service

I just had Yoshi at Nagami repair and service an Olympus OM1n and a couple of Zuiko lenses. He did a very good job, but I don’t have any experience getting AF lenses serviced...

Beepaitch · 01-30-2020, 10:11 AM

Just noticed this thread while searching for something else, and wanted to mention Pierro Pozella at PPP Repairs.

In Instagram circles he's very very highly recommended across all marques and models.

I've not used him yet - so this is not a personal recommendation - but I will be sending a P30T to him very soon.

**aslyfox** · 01-30-2020, 11:13 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by stevebrot

. . . General criteria for recommendation here should include:

Firsthand experience with successful Pentax camera repair

i have had one experience with this craftsman in Topeka Kansas - he repaired my D FA 150-450mm which literally fell apart

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/189-repairs-warranty-service/348367-dfa-...ml#post4699584

Camera Repair - phototronic.biz

Phototronic (aka Fix Old Cameras)
Call (785.233.0231), or drop in.
Love to talk camera repair with you, so please do contact Phototronic during customer counter hours.

phototronic.biz
119 NE US Highway 24 STE B, Topeka, KS 66608, US

(785) 233-0231

Customer Counter Hours
Mon through Friday 12:30 pm – 06:00 pm

Quote:
Reasonable turnaround time

**pres589** · 01-30-2020, 06:35 PM - **1 Like**

I want to second aslyfox's recommendation of Phototronic in Topeka. I went there a few times to drop off and pick up a couple film cameras. All I can add is that as of 2019 the guy (I can't remember his name, and it's a one-man operation) charges a minimum of one hour's time to do repair/eval/etc work. At the time he was charging $67 or some such an hour. He's brand agnostic; Canon, Nikon, etc is fine as well as old stuff like my Ricoh TLS. I really liked working with him and could see myself mailing him a camera or lens for repair (I no longer live near Topeka).

04-01-2019, 01:07 PM - 1 Like	#21
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Advance Camera Repair Department conversation I spoke with the Admin Manager of the Repair Department at Advance Camera. Theses are their terms and the process: Send your cameras. Include a note with issues, your mailing address, email address and telephones. They will diagnose and quote a repair estimate by email. You will pay return shipping if estimate is declined. 4-6 weeks turnaround is normal. 6 month warranty. Here are their price ranges for a standard CLA for the cameras I’m sending: SV = $140-$165 (shutter hangs intermittently) K = $140-$165 (very slow shutter on Slow speeds) ME-F $140-$165 (mirror will not return) 645 = Quote (replace Viewfinder assembly - I have the parts). They were extremely pleasant and delighted to hear from me. Originally posted by monochrome I’m sending Advance a mint black ME-F with a frozen shutter that Eric declined to repair, and a nice working 645 with bunged threads where you attach the eyecup to the viewfinder. I have a replacement viewfinder assembly. Eric doesn’t work on 645’s. I’ll report on my experience.

01-30-2020, 11:13 AM - 2 Likes	#29
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by stevebrot . . . General criteria for recommendation here should include: Firsthand experience with successful Pentax camera repair i have had one experience with this craftsman in Topeka Kansas - he repaired my D FA 150-450mm which literally fell apart https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/189-repairs-warranty-service/348367-dfa-...ml#post4699584 Camera Repair - phototronic.biz Phototronic (aka Fix Old Cameras) Call (785.233.0231), or drop in. Love to talk camera repair with you, so please do contact Phototronic during customer counter hours. phototronic.biz 119 NE US Highway 24 STE B, Topeka, KS 66608, US (785) 233-0231 Customer Counter Hours Mon through Friday 12:30 pm – 06:00 pm Quote: Reasonable turnaround time he warns you to keep in touch with him as he tends to work on what is needed first, not what has been given to him first - Quote: Request Quick Time Each customer and their equipment should be treated with care and consideration. Unlike most repair shops that process repairs in a chronological order, at Phototronic equipment is repaired on an as needed basis, thus avoiding completed equipment sitting on the shelf waiting to be picked up, while needed equipment goes un-repaired Quote: Reasonable rates including evaluation and shipping fees extremely happy with the cost of repair Quote: Free Estimates Classic and Vintage Camera Repair, Digital Camera Repair, Lens Repair, also Repairing -- Camcorders and all eras of Photographic Equipment and Vintage Audio Visual Equipment Quote: Formal training with focus on Pentax product is a plus. Apprentice under a master is even better! I don't believe he has this Quote: Suggestions for resources outside the United States will be celebrated and graciously received. Thanks in advance, Steve Last edited by aslyfox; 01-30-2020 at 11:37 AM.

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03-28-2019, 03:52 PM - 1 Like	#16
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	I’m sending Advance a mint black ME-F with a frozen shutter that Eric declined to repair, and a nice working 645 with bunged threads where you attach the eyecup to the viewfinder. I have a replacement viewfinder assembly. Eric doesn’t work on 645’s. I’ll report on my experience. Last edited by monochrome; 04-01-2019 at 12:50 PM.

03-28-2019, 05:56 PM - 1 Like	#17
nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Originally posted by gordon_l34 Hi All, f16 at Margate , Brisbane does repairs to all cameras and lens If you Google f16, his web page will come up. Regards, Gordon. Just an update. I’ve spoken with Alan at F16 and I’ll be sending an SV and two takumars for a service. I’ll report back here on how it goes. He also commented that he can fabricate SV shutter curtains.

03-29-2019, 10:01 AM - 1 Like	#18
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,091	Originally posted by monochrome I’m sending Advamce a mint black ME-F with a frozen shutter that Eric declined to repair Good stuff! My ME-F is in Winnipeg waiting for a CLA. I was quoted $115CDN ($84USD) for the work by Computech Camera Repair. They send you a quote and you approve/reject it and then pay when the work is done. There is a $10CDN fee for rejected quotes. Phil.

03-29-2019, 11:20 AM	#19
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by gofour3 Good stuff! My ME-F is in Winnipeg waiting for a CLA. I was quoted $115CDN ($84USD) for the work by Computech Camera Repair. They send you a quote and you approve/reject it and then pay when the work is done. There is a $10CDN fee for rejected quotes. Phil. Thanks. Guideline for me.

03-29-2019, 04:01 PM	#20
Astro-Baby Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Reigate, Surrey Posts: 764	Also need to add MWCameraRepairs Did sterling work on another OM1 and handles Pentax and other makes.

04-02-2019, 08:35 AM - 1 Like	#22
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,091	Originally posted by gofour3 Good stuff! My ME-F is in Winnipeg waiting for a CLA. I was quoted $115CDN ($84USD) for the work by Computech Camera Repair. They send you a quote and you approve/reject it and then pay when the work is done. There is a $10CDN fee for rejected quotes. Phil. *UPDATE* Received an email from Computech yesterday indication my ME-F & P50 are ready. I called them to pay with my CC and the cameras are on the way back to me. Will update after I get them back and test. So far so good. Phil.

04-05-2019, 08:41 AM - 1 Like	#23
gofour3 Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Vancouver, Canada Posts: 8,091	Got my P50 & ME-F back yesterday from Computech Camera Repairs. The P50's broken film rewind/back door release knob shaft has been repaired. Looks good and that repair cost $75.00CDN ($55USD) The ME-F had a CLA,and that cost $115.00CDN ($84USD) There was a bit of tax on both and shipping back to YVR. So the grand total was $225.75CDN. ($165USD) Will test both to make sure all is well. So far I'm happy with their service and it's nice to have the transaction done in Canadian dollars. Also no customs issues to deal with. Computech is a good option for Canadians. Phil.

04-05-2019, 10:47 PM - 1 Like	#24
disconnekt Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SoCal/I.E. Photos: Albums Posts: 1,699	Anyone recommend a place in the US that repairs M42 screwmount camera's? I have a Sears TLS (rebadged Ricoh Singlex TLS) I plan to CLA down the road when I have the money, just dont where to start looking that isnt too expensive.

01-19-2020, 10:06 PM - 1 Like	#25
nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Originally posted by gordon_l34 Hi All, f16 at Margate , Brisbane does repairs to all cameras and lens If you Google f16, his web page will come up. Regards, Gordon. Following up on this for posterity. I've just received back two SV's from F16 Camera Service. Alan ended up replacing the shutter curtains in both, as well as completing a regular CLA. Cost was $145AUD each. It's took a while (I think Alan was waiting on a sheet of the shutter curtain material) but I'm more than happy with the outcome. Also really good to know that there are techs out there than can still manufacture parts for these older cameras (for an acceptable price too). So, a good option to keep in mind if you want to keep your old cloth focal-plane body on the road

01-20-2020, 07:51 PM	#26
termy Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2019 Posts: 1,154	Originally posted by gordon_l34 Hi All, f16 at Margate , Brisbane does repairs to all cameras and lens If you Google f16, his web page will come up. Regards, Gordon. g'day Gordon (and also nickthetasmaniac). I was wondering if you guys (or any other Aussies here), has any experience with Nagami Cameras in Melbourne. Also good to know about f16 in Brisbane. I've got a couple of old AF lenses that need cleaning up, but not sure which might ok to handle AF lenses. Nagami Cam's website >> Nagami Camera Service

01-20-2020, 08:49 PM	#27
nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Originally posted by termy g'day Gordon (and also nickthetasmaniac). I was wondering if you guys (or any other Aussies here), has any experience with Nagami Cameras in Melbourne. Also good to know about f16 in Brisbane. I've got a couple of old AF lenses that need cleaning up, but not sure which might ok to handle AF lenses. Nagami Cam's website >> Nagami Camera Service I just had Yoshi at Nagami repair and service an Olympus OM1n and a couple of Zuiko lenses. He did a very good job, but I don’t have any experience getting AF lenses serviced...

01-30-2020, 10:11 AM	#28
Beepaitch Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Gloucestershire, UK Posts: 111	Just noticed this thread while searching for something else, and wanted to mention Pierro Pozella at PPP Repairs. In Instagram circles he's very very highly recommended across all marques and models. I've not used him yet - so this is not a personal recommendation - but I will be sending a P30T to him very soon.

01-30-2020, 06:35 PM - 1 Like	#30
pres589 Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Wichita, KS Photos: Albums Posts: 4,529	I want to second aslyfox's recommendation of Phototronic in Topeka. I went there a few times to drop off and pick up a couple film cameras. All I can add is that as of 2019 the guy (I can't remember his name, and it's a one-man operation) charges a minimum of one hour's time to do repair/eval/etc work. At the time he was charging $67 or some such an hour. He's brand agnostic; Canon, Nikon, etc is fine as well as old stuff like my Ricoh TLS. I really liked working with him and could see myself mailing him a camera or lens for repair (I no longer live near Topeka).