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**FozzFoster** · 06-26-2021, 05:30 PM - **3 Likes**

Hi all,

We really enjoy referencing the Pentax K-Mount lineup and roadmap!
Please take a look at this PentaxTips video providing a brief overview of this current Pentax manufactured K-Mount availability:
(June 26 2021)

Youtu.be

Let me know what you think!

**ramseybuckeye** · 06-26-2021, 07:09 PM - **1 Like**

Pretty well done, I did notice one small error, and would make a suggestion. The error was saying the PLM lens only works on cameras newer than the K-50, I’m sure you meant to say K-50 and newer. My suggestion would be instead of doing voice overs while showing static images of the roadmap instead show people using the lenses, at least some of the time. Use the media as intended and not as a substitute for a slide show. An example would be for a lens that you talk extensively about, start with the roadmap, maybe do a fade to actual video of the lens mounted and then fade to someone using it, maybe some sample photos. I think you could make it much more appealing.

You have a great script and excellent clear voices and mostly some good information for new, intermediate, or potential Pentax users. I just think you need some more visual pop to keep people watching. I know there is an audience for this as you see threads every day that this video could answer questions.

**FozzFoster** · 06-26-2021, 07:32 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ramseybuckeye

You have a great script and excellent clear voices and mostly some good information for new, intermediate, or potential Pentax users. I just think you need some more visual pop to keep people watching. I know there is an audience for this as you see threads every day that this video could answer questions.

I appreciate your creative and constructive criticism, ramsey

and points well taken
we do have a video planned in the works that shows more handling of equipment rather than screen shots, but since the K-Mount catalogue is so large there will undoubtedly still remain some static image presentation

---------- Post added 06-26-21 at 08:34 PM ----------

Originally posted by ramseybuckeye

The error was saying the PLM lens only works on cameras newer than the K-50, I’m sure you meant to say K-50 and newer.

I've added a note in the description of the video - thanks again

pid · 06-27-2021, 03:15 AM - **1 Like**

well done

JPT · 06-27-2021, 05:24 AM - **1 Like**

It's a good overview of the lenses, and in fact that there aren't many guides of this kind, either spoken or written, makes it quite helpful for people considering Pentax. A lot of people assume thare aren't many lenses for K-mount, but ether are actually plenty and most needs are catered for.

**pentaxus** · 06-27-2021, 03:54 PM - **1 Like**

Makes me want to buy more lenses.

**mikesbike** · 06-27-2021, 08:08 PM - **1 Like**

A nice guide. As to a look towards what is soon to come, very soon should be the new DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 PLM lens. At last a good multi-use lens having good AF for video use, and better AF for other uses.

There have also been a least some mention of a new DFA 70-300mm as a versatile FF tele zoom lens, but I have not seen anything further about this. Seems like a good idea, as I know it is possible from past offerings by other brands to make one that is not too large yet can offer very good performance, and at a moderate cost.

**DWS1** · 06-27-2021, 08:31 PM - **1 Like**

Well done.

Fogel70 · 06-27-2021, 10:54 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by JPT

It's a good overview of the lenses, and in fact that there aren't many guides of this kind, either spoken or written, makes it quite helpful for people considering Pentax. A lot of people assume thare aren't many lenses for K-mount, but ether are actually plenty and most needs are catered for.

There is the official Pentax K-mount Lenses and accessories brochure, but it is a pity that they have not updated it since 2017.
http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/pdf/pentax_acc.pdf

**Apet-Sure** · 06-28-2021, 11:33 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by FozzFoster

Let me know what you think!

I think I can't afford any new lenses.

Nice video though.

sneeds · 07-07-2021, 10:40 AM - **1 Like**

Thanks for this - it looks great!

**FozzFoster** · 07-07-2021, 12:44 PM

Originally posted by sneeds

Thanks for this - it looks great!

Glad you liked it! Welcome to the Forums!

06-27-2021, 10:54 PM - 1 Like	#9
Fogel70 Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Photos: Albums Posts: 3,062	Originally posted by JPT It's a good overview of the lenses, and in fact that there aren't many guides of this kind, either spoken or written, makes it quite helpful for people considering Pentax. A lot of people assume thare aren't many lenses for K-mount, but ether are actually plenty and most needs are catered for. There is the official Pentax K-mount Lenses and accessories brochure, but it is a pity that they have not updated it since 2017. http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/pdf/pentax_acc.pdf Last edited by Fogel70; 06-27-2021 at 11:31 PM.

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06-26-2021, 07:09 PM - 1 Like	#2
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,295	Pretty well done, I did notice one small error, and would make a suggestion. The error was saying the PLM lens only works on cameras newer than the K-50, I’m sure you meant to say K-50 and newer. My suggestion would be instead of doing voice overs while showing static images of the roadmap instead show people using the lenses, at least some of the time. Use the media as intended and not as a substitute for a slide show. An example would be for a lens that you talk extensively about, start with the roadmap, maybe do a fade to actual video of the lens mounted and then fade to someone using it, maybe some sample photos. I think you could make it much more appealing. You have a great script and excellent clear voices and mostly some good information for new, intermediate, or potential Pentax users. I just think you need some more visual pop to keep people watching. I know there is an audience for this as you see threads every day that this video could answer questions.

06-26-2021, 07:32 PM - 1 Like	#3
FozzFoster Custom User Title Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Alberta Photos: Albums Posts: 6,808 Original Poster	Originally posted by ramseybuckeye You have a great script and excellent clear voices and mostly some good information for new, intermediate, or potential Pentax users. I just think you need some more visual pop to keep people watching. I know there is an audience for this as you see threads every day that this video could answer questions. I appreciate your creative and constructive criticism, ramsey and points well taken we do have a video planned in the works that shows more handling of equipment rather than screen shots, but since the K-Mount catalogue is so large there will undoubtedly still remain some static image presentation ---------- Post added 06-26-21 at 08:34 PM ---------- Originally posted by ramseybuckeye The error was saying the PLM lens only works on cameras newer than the K-50, I’m sure you meant to say K-50 and newer. I've added a note in the description of the video - thanks again

06-27-2021, 03:15 AM - 1 Like	#4
pid Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 567	well done

06-27-2021, 05:24 AM - 1 Like	#5
JPT Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,821	It's a good overview of the lenses, and in fact that there aren't many guides of this kind, either spoken or written, makes it quite helpful for people considering Pentax. A lot of people assume thare aren't many lenses for K-mount, but ether are actually plenty and most needs are catered for.

06-27-2021, 03:54 PM - 1 Like	#6
pentaxus Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 1,320	Makes me want to buy more lenses.

06-27-2021, 08:08 PM - 1 Like	#7
mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,562	A nice guide. As to a look towards what is soon to come, very soon should be the new DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 PLM lens. At last a good multi-use lens having good AF for video use, and better AF for other uses. There have also been a least some mention of a new DFA 70-300mm as a versatile FF tele zoom lens, but I have not seen anything further about this. Seems like a good idea, as I know it is possible from past offerings by other brands to make one that is not too large yet can offer very good performance, and at a moderate cost.

06-27-2021, 08:31 PM - 1 Like	#8
DWS1 Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Arkansas, USA Posts: 1,169	Well done.

06-28-2021, 11:33 AM - 1 Like	#10
Apet-Sure Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Goldsboro North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,872	Originally posted by FozzFoster Let me know what you think! I think I can't afford any new lenses. Nice video though.

07-07-2021, 10:40 AM - 1 Like	#11
sneeds New Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Posts: 13	Thanks for this - it looks great!

07-07-2021, 12:44 PM	#12
FozzFoster Custom User Title Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Alberta Photos: Albums Posts: 6,808 Original Poster	Originally posted by sneeds Thanks for this - it looks great! Glad you liked it! Welcome to the Forums!

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