My Letter to HOYA

*benjikan* · 05-22-2007, 03:59 AM

A Bit Arrogant, I know...But Necessary:

Hello Sir;

As you may already know, I am a Canadian Fashion Photographer based in Paris, France with over twenty five years of experience and must also say that I am recognized world wide for my work. Up until about three months ago I was Officially Sponsored by CANON France and received a lot of press for being associated with them. As of three months ago I made a very serious move to come on as a PENTAX Officially Sponsored Photographer. Now if you do not know this, I am the first known recognized Fashion Photographer to quit Canon (digital) for Pentax(digital) and Pentax France understood the importance of this from a Marketing point of view. I am also a Consulting Creative Director and Marketing Specialist and understand the importance of this event. It is saying in effect that if Benjamin Kanarek can use the Pentax K10D so can we. As a result of my visibility on about fifteen different forums, I have directly and indirectly affected the switch of Nikon and Canon users to Pentax. As you may already know, I will be appearing on behalf of Pentax France at the "Salons de la Photos" in Paris, October 3 to 7, 2007 at the their stand with my images in large format posted throughout the Pentax booth, that were taken with the Pentax K10D.

My switch to Pentax was a very serious decision and I appreciate that the Hoya-Pentax merger is also a very important event. I do not particularly need Pentax, Nikon, Canon or Sony specific brands to survive in my metier. Any good quality digital camera will suffice for me to perform my task. The reason for this point I am making is the following. I have put forth my name and reputation by backing Pentax and I would expect the same from Pentax-Hoya. I hope that you continue to develop new and novel photographic solutions for the novice and professional alike. We all know that Formula "1" race cars sporting the names Renault, Ford, Porche, etc. aid in the promotion and perception of their consumer products by acting as a "Luxury Benchmark" for those associated with the brand they purchased. That is why the need for a high end Pro Benchmark for Pentax...Let the show begin!

You may visit several of my images on many of the following sites and am looking forward to a fruitful and engaging association with the new Hoya-Pentax merger.

http://www.pentax.fr/_fr/photo/photo...o&photographes
http://www.benjaminkanarek.com
http://www.olaphoto.com
http://www.pressbook.com/homebook.as...&owner_id=5144
http://anashcreation.com/thenashgallery/BenjaminKanarek
http://www.lumas.com/?id=719&artist=616&motiv=1617

Jonson PL · 05-22-2007, 04:13 AM

I think it is fine; not hostile or negative, but very to the point.

I take it that you have written to Hiroshi Suzuki, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hoya Corporation.

*benjikan* · 05-22-2007, 04:35 AM

Originally Posted by Jonson PL

I think it is fine; not hostile or negative, but very to the point.

I take it that you have written to Hiroshi Suzuki, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hoya Corporation.

That is correct...

Ben

Lazar · 05-22-2007, 04:44 AM

I like your style Benjamin... great email

rprii · 05-22-2007, 08:09 AM

Well said . . .

Paul

*button* · 05-22-2007, 08:38 AM

Thank you, Benjamin. I thought your letter was impassioned, not arrogant. Lets hope that Mr. Suzuki takes your words to heart.

John

wll · 05-22-2007, 09:35 AM

Originally Posted by benjikan

A Bit Arrogant, I know...But Necessary:

Hello Sir;

As you may already know, I am a Canadian Fashion Photographer based in Paris, France with over twenty five years of experience and must also say that I am recognized world wide for my work. Up until about three months ago I was Officially Sponsored by CANON France and received a lot of press for being associated with them. As of three months ago I made a very serious move to come on as a PENTAX Officially Sponsored Photographer. Now if you do not know this, I am the first known recognized Fashion Photographer to quit Canon (digital) for Pentax(digital) and Pentax France understood the importance of this from a Marketing point of view. I am also a Consulting Creative Director and Marketing Specialist and understand the importance of this event. It is saying in effect that if Benjamin Kanarek can use the Pentax K10D so can we. As a result of my visibility on about fifteen different forums, I have directly and indirectly affected the switch of Nikon and Canon users to Pentax. As you may already know, I will be appearing on behalf of Pentax France at the "Salons de la Photos" in Paris, October 3 to 7, 2007 at the their stand with my images in large format posted throughout the Pentax booth, that were taken with the Pentax K10D.

My switch to Pentax was a very serious decision and I appreciate that the Hoya-Pentax merger is also a very important event. I do not particularly need Pentax, Nikon, Canon or Sony specific brands to survive in my metier. Any good quality digital camera will suffice for me to perform my task. The reason for this point I am making is the following. I have put forth my name and reputation by backing Pentax and I would expect the same from Pentax-Hoya. I hope that you continue to develop new and novel photographic solutions for the novice and professional alike. We all know that Formula "1" race cars sporting the names Renault, Ford, Porche, etc. aid in the promotion and perception of their consumer products by acting as a "Luxury Benchmark" for those associated with the brand they purchased. That is why the need for a high end Pro Benchmark for Pentax...Let the show begin!

You may visit several of my images on many of the following sites and am looking forward to a fruitful and engaging association with the new Hoya-Pentax merger.

Division Photo - Photographes - PENTAX France
Benjamin Kanarek Photographer by ftvstudio
Olaphoto.com : la photo sur le web - annuaire photographie
:: Pressbook.com - Benjamin Kanarek ::
Gallery :: Photography by Benjamin Kanarek
LUMAS - Photo. Art. Editions. - BENJAMIN KANAREK - Selection - Black Sky - White Soul I

Benjamin,

Very well said and to the point, I think they will get your message.

Bill

MShawn63 · 05-22-2007, 10:53 AM

Well stated, hopefully they will grasp the significance of someone with your reputation choosing to use Pentax over Canon and Nikon.

Shawn

*Lance B* · 05-22-2007, 09:17 PM

Ben,

I would like to thank you for sending this excellent letter to Hoya.

Cheers,
Lance

JAZZer · 05-23-2007, 01:35 AM

Ben,

It's the great letter!!!

Salute.
Iv Merkas / JAZZer

Scott Rylance · 05-23-2007, 06:04 AM

Very nicely done Ben,and I thank you as well.
I believe they sent you a reasonable response as well...if I'm not mistaken.

-spam- · 05-23-2007, 08:00 AM

Originally Posted by Scott Rylance

I believe they sent you a reasonable response as well...if I'm not mistaken.

oooh, you got my attention now. Dont keep us in suspense

*benjikan* · 05-23-2007, 05:09 PM

Originally Posted by -spam-

oooh, you got my attention now. Dont keep us in suspense

Nothing, Nada, Ziltch, Zero..Total Silence..We shall see..

Ben

PS..Perhaps it did get thrown in the waste bin...

Scott Rylance · 05-23-2007, 06:26 PM

Sorry Ben... one shouldn't assume. Here's the link form the other forum that I thought was your reponse from them.

Straight from the horses mouth: Pentax SLR Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review

Jonson PL · 05-24-2007, 01:24 AM

Originally Posted by Scott Rylance

Sorry Ben... one shouldn't assume. Here's the link form the other forum that I thought was your reponse from them.

Straight from the horses mouth: Pentax SLR Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review

Nope, that is the response that I received; originally put in this thread :

http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/p...-petition.html