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04/03/2004 08:25:18 PM · #1 |
I bought a Pentax istD recently and have many images rendered useless by getting "green slimed."
This occurs in areas of bright contrast. Outdoor and indoor alike. I get it in specular highlights on indoor flash photos.
I took a series of the same outdoor scene at ISO ratings of 200/400/800/1600 in order. Worst at 200 and then non-existent at 1600.
Any ideas??
ISO 200
ISO 400
ISO 800
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04/03/2004 08:49:47 PM · #2 |
That is just plain weird.
I have no idea what causes this, but I would return that camera soooo fast!
Get it replaced or fixed.
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04/03/2004 09:09:21 PM · #3 |
| I don't own a DSLR and don't know much about them but I would think that the lens may not be secured and light is seeping in without going through the lens. |
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04/03/2004 09:46:20 PM · #4 |
Did you try setting it back to the default settings?
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04/03/2004 10:23:13 PM · #5 |
| try using another lens to see if thats what the problem is. I would definately take it to a shop while it's still under warranty |
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04/03/2004 10:39:48 PM · #6 |
Thanks for the posts so far.
I did try different settings, different lenses and upgraded the firmware. All to no avail.
I am awaiting a reply from Pentax. I am still withion the 30 nday return limit. If i get no satisfaction from the Pentax reply I will return for refund.
I now suspect defective CCD. |
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04/03/2004 11:12:14 PM · #7 |
Originally posted by brewinj:
Thanks for the posts so far.
I did try different settings, different lenses and upgraded the firmware. All to no avail.
I am awaiting a reply from Pentax. I am still withion the 30 nday return limit. If i get no satisfaction from the Pentax reply I will return for refund.
I now suspect defective CCD. |
My advice: Return it, take the cash, and start over. If it's broken and Pentax offers to fix it, you will have to wait; if they offer you a replacement, chances are it will be a refurb (at least that's how the computer industry works). Take the money, walk out of the store, buy it somewhere els so you can start another 30 day's with return privileges again (often if you exchange, you lose this privilege). If it does it again, return it again and buy something else!
Just my 2 cents worth. |
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04/04/2004 02:03:27 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by nshapiro:
[quote]My advice: Return it, take the cash, and start over. If it's broken and Pentax offers to fix it, you will have to wait; if they offer you a replacement, chances are it will be a refurb (at least that's how the computer industry works). Take the money, walk out of the store, buy it somewhere els so you can start another 30 day's with return privileges again (often if you exchange, you lose this privilege). If it does it again, return it again and buy something else! |
Just my 2 cents worth.
Sound advice. Thank you. I think I will feel better returning it!text
Message edited by author 2004-04-04 14:06:18. |
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04/04/2004 02:31:38 PM · #9 |
Get a Rebel !
Also how many lenses did you try,that one looks like the lense is crooked!
Message edited by author 2004-04-04 14:37:55. |
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04/04/2004 03:03:26 PM · #10 |
you might try sending a message to some of the people here at DPC that own the camera. i was interested in the Pentax for a while and i talked with Lafaminit. he seemed perfectly happy with it and didn't say anything about having this problem.
if no one else is having problems like this then i would suggest taking the camera back for a replacement.
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04/04/2004 07:23:12 PM · #11 |
Originally posted by pitsaman:
Get a Rebel !
Also how many lenses did you try,that one looks like the lense is crooked! |
I tried two different lenses and had same results. I made sure that I mounted the lenses correctly and that they were secure. Thanks. |
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04/04/2004 07:26:53 PM · #12 |
Originally posted by sher9204:
you might try sending a message to some of the people here at DPC that own the camera. i was interested in the Pentax for a while and i talked with Lafaminit. he seemed perfectly happy with it and didn't say anything about having this problem.
if no one else is having problems like this then i would suggest taking the camera back for a replacement. |
Thanks Sher. I have sent the camera back with request for a replacement. I researched the camera fairly thoroughly. Aside from some minor shortcomings which I could live with, all the reviews were positive.
I would like to venture into a Nikon or Canon BUT I have such an investment in 35mm lenses with Pentax that I can't. I own 2 Pentax 35mm which have been great workhorses. |
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