The problem with the mirror is 1 of 3 things, 1 mirror box is distorted from being dropped, 2 mirror motor striped teeth or burnt out, 3 batteries. Try fresh good quality batteries first, that fixes lots of problems in cameras. if its the mirror box or motor then its time to go camera shopping.
This camera came out in 1997 so is an old model. It was brought out as a very basic model, no frills. 1 hour of a camera tech's time is worth double what the camera is worth so dont even bother getting it repaired.
SOURCE: shutter trouble pentax ZX-50
why is most camers that are run by batteries do not last any length of time, i am about to report this to wnct trouble shutter yo see if the camers are dezine to run batteries down , to sell more battiers , whitch means that the camer company is in cohoops with the battier company , witch come be a law suite fog all cammer owners by elvin pender ph 919 242 4031
SOURCE: Mirror locked up
Older cameras like this are notorious for locking up after not being used for quite some time. Though, it is an easy fix, it does require some steady hands and a good memory of where everything was after you're taken it out or apart. The best solution for this is, once you've taken it apart and have access to the mirror, is to have a q-tip with a little vasoline on the tip, apply a thin (very thin) layer along all springs and joints surround the mirror and around the edges of the mirror opening, while avoiding getting any vasoline on the mirror itself. I've worked with cameras all my life and have worked at camera shops, and what I've explained here is exactly what a camera repair place would do. But, if you don't feel comfortable with small parts and tiny screws, a camera shop will gladly fix it for you, and not at a bad price.
So, Good luck! Hope this helps. I hope you're out taking photos soon!
Olivia~*
SOURCE: can the shutter curtain be replaced on a Pentax
It can be replaced only by a trained service technician. Check the Pentax website for a service center near you.
SOURCE: the mirror on my pentax pz1 (film) camera is stuck
Mirror lockup often occurs if the batteries are flat.
Try new batteries first and if the problem remains please report back for further options.
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SOURCE: THE SHUTTER STUCK OPEN AND NOTHING HAPPENS, EXCEPT
loader gear broken,get it replaced ,get it done by a camera tec.
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