TTL Meter Prism for Pentax 67

[xelaglen]

I bought a used 67 on Ebay and the TTL metering prism doesn't work, though the

camera itself takes great pictures. I'm new to this system so how do I check

the battery to see if it's dead? Is the light supposed to be red? Also, does

anyone know some common problems with this accessory? Much Thanks.

[edomazlicky]

Take the lens off the camera- then take off the prism and remount it. Then put the lens back on. Usually that fixes the problem with the TTL prism. If not your prism has a problem because the battery check light is supposed to be red if the battery is good.

[xelaglen]

I'll be damned, it worked! Now if I could just figure out why it keeps wiggling around, won't seat fully. Maybe the foam seals need replacing?

 

Glen

[dougmiles]

The meter runs off the same 6v battery that powers the electronically-regulated shutter, and indeed the cheery red glow of the battery check LED signifies all is well.

 

The prism should fit snuggly with only a small amount of give. If it bounces up and down and rattles around (as one of mine did not long ago) then it needs new foam.

[rothelle]

New foam will do the trick. It did it for my Pentax 67. I also picked up a 67 with a prism on ebay for a $100. All I needed was new foam and my local camera shop gave me more then what I need, if you new some just email me. Other than that you are going to love this camera. I know I do.:-)))))<div></div>

[xelaglen]

Thanks to everyone for the excellent advice. I would love to get some foam from you as there is only 1 decent repair shop in this town and they're always extremely busy. How can we connect so that I could obtain a small amount from you?

[g_t3]

Rothelle,

 

P67 with a prism for $100?? That is a great deal!