new hampshire john Posted August 21, 2004 Share Posted August 21, 2004 Howdy, all - I'm looking for a USB cable (etc.) for a *ist-D I just picked up used with no peripherals. I've only seen it for separate sale at B&H, and they're out of it at the moment -- anyone got a source? TIA, JB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k2photo Posted August 22, 2004 Share Posted August 22, 2004 I looked on Froogle and only found the rip-off artists seem to carry it (Focus Camera, etc.). What I do is use a CF card reader on my computer instead. These are extremely cheap, and save much battery life. I rarely use my Pentax USB features because it is USB 1.1, which is very slow. A CF reader can work at USB 2.0, which can make a 1gb card dump in 3-minutes instead of 35-minutes via Pentax's USB 1.1. If you need it immediately, you can pick a CF reader up at any local electronics store. I like the Bytecc USB 5.25" 7-IN-1 Memory Reader/Writer one for desktops because it's so convenient. The only reason you should need the USB cable is to use the remote commander for studio work. In that case, I guess B&H looks like the only option. Hope this helps, enjoy the camera...it's a beauty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jochen_S Posted August 22, 2004 Share Posted August 22, 2004 I agree with Allen. Maybe some computer store can help? Aren't there any other cameras with the same kind of cable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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