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odinkos · 05-25-2016, 03:38 AM

I was having a pretty random thought today when I was thinking about buying a new car. If Pentax cameras were cars what kind of car would they be? Cannon and Nikon would probably be Ford and Toyota, or something like that, but what about Pentax? Please elaborate if you can!

**clackers** · 05-25-2016, 03:51 AM

"Subaru" has been discussed in the past, amongst others. ☺

dsmithhfx · 05-25-2016, 07:53 AM

Pentax should ~~make~~ badge a full-frame, self-driving car.

**Apet-Sure** · 05-25-2016, 09:06 AM

I have both a Subaru and a Pentax, and yes, I love them both. No, I do not hug trees; I've actually cut down quite a few. Both of these brands do have their own unique features. My friend who is a professional mechanic has a very high regard for Subaru. Pentax has a reputation for rugged cameras. IMO, the comparison of these brands is a good one.

Love - it's what makes a Pentax a Pentax.

**wtlwdwgn** · 05-25-2016, 10:43 AM

+1 on the Subies!

RussH · 05-25-2016, 11:37 AM

A few years ago I would have said Saab but now it has to be Subaru

DennisH · 05-25-2016, 11:44 AM - **2 Likes**

Saab - solid, quirky, and dooooomed!

RussH · 05-25-2016, 12:44 PM - **1 Like**

A few years ago I would have said Saab but now it has to be Subaru

odinkos · 05-25-2016, 01:23 PM

My buddy keeps saying Subaru too. I've never owned one, but he says they're a lot like Pentax cameras in the fact that they're offbeat but highly reliable. Guess I'll have to test drive one soon.

bakerking31 · 05-25-2016, 01:30 PM

In addition to subaru and Saab, Volvo comes to mind.

Volvo is known for safety and reliability. Pentax is known for its weather resistance and durability both of which match up well with volvo's strengths

Saab was odd, and had a pioneering spirit. They had many things that made them stand out, like the ignition in the center ...

Although I would rather have a subaru lol.

**Alex645** · 05-25-2016, 02:01 PM

I would agree with Subaru, but they are partially owned by Toyota. So here's a vote for Mazda....another company at a distance from Canikon/Honota. But lots of efficient effort that are fun to drive, thinking outside of the box (rotary engines), and a loyal following.

**Des** · 05-25-2016, 02:31 PM - **2 Likes**

Skoda. Long heritage, small market share, excellent engineering/build quality/reliability, great value, quirky design, minimal marketing, misunderstood and even ridiculed by those who don't know, knowing looks between owners.

JENSEN7474 · 05-25-2016, 02:46 PM

The Subaru analogy makes me queasy, odd car with poor drivers in the slow lane, do not insult Pentax, which is a Volvo for sure. Solid, strong, advanced engineering and upscale and stylish or Range Rover for the same reasons!

lesmore49 · 05-25-2016, 02:50 PM

The Jeep Wrangler. Rugged, outdoorsy, very capable and versatile.

rrstuff · 05-25-2016, 04:28 PM

Originally posted by Des

Skoda. Long heritage, small market share, excellent engineering/build quality/reliability, great value, quirky design, minimal marketing, misunderstood and even ridiculed by those who don't know, knowing looks between owners.

"small market share,"?

You haven't been to europe recently.... this is one of the most popular brands, at least since it was bought out by VW a longer while ago (10+ years?).

05-25-2016, 03:38 AM	#1
odinkos Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 46	Pentax and cars. I was having a pretty random thought today when I was thinking about buying a new car. If Pentax cameras were cars what kind of car would they be? Cannon and Nikon would probably be Ford and Toyota, or something like that, but what about Pentax? Please elaborate if you can!

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05-25-2016, 03:51 AM	#2
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	"Subaru" has been discussed in the past, amongst others. ☺

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dsmithhfx Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Toronto Posts: 5,154	Pentax should ~~make~~ badge a full-frame, self-driving car.

05-25-2016, 09:06 AM	#4
Apet-Sure Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Goldsboro North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,872	I have both a Subaru and a Pentax, and yes, I love them both. No, I do not hug trees; I've actually cut down quite a few. Both of these brands do have their own unique features. My friend who is a professional mechanic has a very high regard for Subaru. Pentax has a reputation for rugged cameras. IMO, the comparison of these brands is a good one. Love - it's what makes a Pentax a Pentax.

05-25-2016, 10:43 AM	#5
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,853	+1 on the Subies!

05-25-2016, 11:37 AM	#6
RussH New Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 17	A few years ago I would have said Saab but now it has to be Subaru

05-25-2016, 11:44 AM - 2 Likes	#7
DennisH Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Stratford, CT Photos: Gallery Posts: 730	Saab - solid, quirky, and dooooomed!

05-25-2016, 12:44 PM - 1 Like	#8
RussH New Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Posts: 17	A few years ago I would have said Saab but now it has to be Subaru

05-25-2016, 01:23 PM	#9
odinkos Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 46 Original Poster	My buddy keeps saying Subaru too. I've never owned one, but he says they're a lot like Pentax cameras in the fact that they're offbeat but highly reliable. Guess I'll have to test drive one soon.

05-25-2016, 01:30 PM	#10
bakerking31 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 109	In addition to subaru and Saab, Volvo comes to mind. Volvo is known for safety and reliability. Pentax is known for its weather resistance and durability both of which match up well with volvo's strengths Saab was odd, and had a pioneering spirit. They had many things that made them stand out, like the ignition in the center ... Although I would rather have a subaru lol.

05-25-2016, 02:01 PM	#11
Alex645 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2015 Location: Kaneohe, HI Photos: Albums Posts: 3,527	I would agree with Subaru, but they are partially owned by Toyota. So here's a vote for Mazda....another company at a distance from Canikon/Honota. But lots of efficient effort that are fun to drive, thinking outside of the box (rotary engines), and a loyal following.

05-25-2016, 02:31 PM - 2 Likes	#12
Des Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Victoria Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 6,424	Skoda. Long heritage, small market share, excellent engineering/build quality/reliability, great value, quirky design, minimal marketing, misunderstood and even ridiculed by those who don't know, knowing looks between owners.

05-25-2016, 02:46 PM	#13
JENSEN7474 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 38	The Subaru analogy makes me queasy, odd car with poor drivers in the slow lane, do not insult Pentax, which is a Volvo for sure. Solid, strong, advanced engineering and upscale and stylish or Range Rover for the same reasons!

05-25-2016, 02:50 PM	#14
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,350	The Jeep Wrangler. Rugged, outdoorsy, very capable and versatile.

05-25-2016, 04:28 PM	#15
rrstuff Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Pasadena, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 1,126	Originally posted by Des Skoda. Long heritage, small market share, excellent engineering/build quality/reliability, great value, quirky design, minimal marketing, misunderstood and even ridiculed by those who don't know, knowing looks between owners. "small market share,"? You haven't been to europe recently.... this is one of the most popular brands, at least since it was bought out by VW a longer while ago (10+ years?).

Pentax and cars.

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