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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
02-18-2022, 09:21 AM
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I see, thanks guys. If its helps with focusing I might try it out. Too bad it doesn't have a diopter with it as well.
Thanks!
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
02-18-2022, 08:15 AM
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Hi guys,
Question regarding the Pentax O-Me53 eyecup. Under the description, its meant to fit DSLRs. Has anyone tried to see if it fits the MX or any Pentax film cameras?
Thanks!
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
01-24-2022, 06:55 PM
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Wow thanks! I'll try that out on my spare Super Program. Thanks for sharing that info. May I ask what ff or bf stands for? Would it be possible to make these adjustments yourself?
Thanks!
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
01-08-2022, 03:08 AM
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Oh wow, thats very generous of you, but I couldn't possibly. They still sell for a good amount even for parts. Thank you however, I appreciate it :).
What you posted is the most detailed guide regarding that piece, thank you very much! Right now, I dont trust myself to open up my Super A without damaging it. Currently tinkering on a ME Super SE, trying to see if I can fix it with donor parts from another camera I have.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
01-07-2022, 06:15 AM
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Thanks! Not a lot of noob friendly instructions out there for the A bodies. Any tips for the rubber covering on top of the film advance? I've seen vids where people cut the rubber tops open.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
01-07-2022, 02:13 AM
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I'm not sure if I damaged the screen or its stuff between the prism. I did use a new cleaning cloth to gently wipe it down when the blower and brush failed to do anything. I didnt realize how bad the bumper foam had degraded until I grazed it and it started breaking apart and getting everywhere. So now I have to replace the light seals and everything on it, which should be fun to learn how.
I'm currently trying to take apart an ME Super SE, mainly trying to see if I could learn how to fix it. But now I'm thinking that maybe I could somehow use its focusing screen and fit it on the Super A. I read somewhere that someone was able to shave it down to make it fit on their Super A/Program? I like the diagonal split it has on its focusing screen.
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Yeah that's a good idea for sure. I did manage to find just the focusing screen for a Super A for sale, however I'd like to try and take it apart myself. Currently trying to take apart a ME Super to learn on it.
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Forum: Film SLRs and Compact Film Cameras
01-05-2022, 08:19 PM
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Hi guys,
So I made the rookie mistake of trying to clean the focusing screen of my Super A. It ended up being dirtier instead.
Question is, will the focusing screen of the ME Super work with the Super A/Program?
Also, how difficult is it to change the focusing screen on the Super A/Program?
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
11-26-2021, 10:46 PM
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Thank you very much for the warm welcome guys, hoping to contribute someday in the future. :)
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
11-26-2021, 10:40 PM
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Thanks for the responses. I took a look at my camera's shutter release and found that it does have the threads inside.
Ordered a 3rd party soft shutter release button. I'm hoping it'll help keep my hands steady whenever I press the shutter release.
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Forum: Pentax Camera and Field Accessories
11-25-2021, 12:24 PM
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Super BUMP! :lol:
Apologies for unearthing such an old thread. That's a very nice upgrade/addition to the MX. How was the installation? Is it fairly simple or does it involve having to drill threads into the shutter release?
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Forum: Welcomes and Introductions
11-23-2021, 08:25 AM
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Hi guys!
Recently just got into photography and I thought it would be a good idea to start from the beginning (somewhat). Growing up as a kid, I remember how cool those film cameras looked. I never got the chance to try shooting them because everybody was really over-protective of their cameras (understandably). Now that I find myself a bit older, with a little more time on my hands (and money :p) I thought I'd give it film photography a try. There is just something appealing about film cameras, where you have to get each shot perfect since there is no post to fall back to.
So I did my research and looked through the history of 35mm film cameras to see which cameras would be ideal to start with. I got lucky and found an older gentleman who was selling his Pentax MX for $75 CAD :eek:. There was no way I would pass it up so I drove 2 hours away and got it. The camera is in beautiful condition, with little to no markings on the body. It came with a SMC Takumar 50mm f1.4, and the original half leather case for it (a bit oversized, gets in the way of the film advance lever). I fell in love right away, I could not stop touching and playing around with it. Luckily I ended up with a Pentax since I absolutely love the aesthetics of their lenses, specifically the M and K series. Definitely the nicest looking vintage lenses out of all the brands, hands down (for me anyway). Now I'm on a mission to collect as many lenses as I can lol.
This forum has been so helpful to me in learning more about Pentax. The information available here is amazing and I appreciate everyone who has contributed to this community.
I apologize for the long winded intro but it feels nice to vent out my my love for Pentax without people looking at me strange lol.
Thank you for your time, I look forward to lurking the forums with you all :).
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