Pentax Q in the Flesh

hcarvalhoalves · 06-22-2011, 09:41 PM

1. I like the design, ergonomic-wise it seems best than anything that size. That's a point Pentax always get done right.
2. Mode dial: M / Av / Tv ... Nice to know this camera has photographer blood.
2. Not being compatible with K-mount is bummer, but for that size it really can't be.
3. Sensor too small. I hope the IQ is not crap.
4. 800 USD is simply too expensive.
5. Also, the black version is beautiful.

I have mixed emotions about this product. I would certainly buy one with kit lens + a wide if the IQ is good, but 800 USD is just crazy.

UdonUdon · 06-22-2011, 09:43 PM

Originally posted by ogl

The Pentax Q is expected to begin shipping in Japan by this August. Availability of camera and lenses in the US market will follow in early Fall 2011, and US-market pricing is expected to be in the region of US$800 inclusive of the 47mm-equivalent f/1.9 kit lens.
The PENTAX 02 Standard Zoom will cost around US$300, while the PENTAX 03 Fish-Eye is expected to ship for around $130. The lo-fi PENTAX 04 Toy Lens Wide and PENTAX 05 Toy Lens Telephoto lenses should cost around $80 apiece. Other accessories will include a shoe-mount optical viewfinder for around $250, as well as a 40.5mm polarizing filter and two lens hoods for the Pentax 01 and 02 lenses with price not yet disclosed.

Absolutely insane prices....

I will agree with you on that. I can by some nice limiteds with all that money.

Andi Lo · 06-22-2011, 09:46 PM

Well whoever wishes for a digital Auto110 surely got it. Sensor size disappointing but we already expected that from the rumors...

rawr · 06-22-2011, 09:46 PM

Originally posted by ogl

Absolutely insane prices....

Wait until it hits the US market towards the end of the year, and after all the new models from Sony, Panasonic etc hit the street. Those prices won't stay that high.

UdonUdon · 06-22-2011, 09:50 PM

Imaging Resource has a good preview, and some really interesting images.

dj_saunter · 06-22-2011, 09:51 PM

this is a fail for me.

**7samurai** · 06-22-2011, 09:55 PM

Did they build this for the Japan market? or the world market?
I can see it selling in Japan, but with camera phones pushing 8-10 meg, they better have amazing IQ to justify carrying it in addition to your phone.

bhairavp · 06-22-2011, 09:55 PM

Did anyone notice 1/2000 sec flash sync?
Hope they implement something similar in the K-5 successor.

adr1an · 06-22-2011, 09:58 PM

Originally posted by bhairavp

Did anyone notice 1/2000 sec flash sync?
Hope they implement something similar in the K-5 successor.

Its due to the Electronic Shutter ala Nikon D70x sorta... only way you could sync that high without relying on HSS etc...

devorama · 06-22-2011, 10:03 PM

I am fascinated by this camera for its:
1/2000 sec flash sync with 47mm and zoom lens
in camera HDR mode
Green Button
+/- button puts last jpeg to RAW
intervelometer!
magnesium alloy body
leaf shutters in the premium lenses
retro syling

But I don't know if I can bring myself to pay $800 for a camera with 1/2.3 sensor. But I'm sure this camera will be a blast to use.

1 Snap Music! · 06-22-2011, 10:03 PM

For this? I don't see it!

sifun · 06-22-2011, 10:05 PM

imaging-resource also have samples if you want to see ISO quality

ogl · 06-22-2011, 10:09 PM

Originally posted by sifun

imaging-resource also have samples if you want to see ISO quality

3 MP - yes. Not bad for 3 MP photos.

deadwolfbones · 06-22-2011, 10:15 PM

$800 pricetag torpedoes any interest I may have had.

1 Snap Music! · 06-22-2011, 10:17 PM

Especially since one can get better image quality, at a lower price with the below, which is just about the same size:

Sony NEX-3 with 16mm F2.8 Lens: $549.99

06-22-2011, 10:03 PM	#86
1 Snap Music! Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 39	800 us?!?! For this? I don't see it!

06-22-2011, 10:17 PM	#90
1 Snap Music! Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 39	Agreed... Especially since one can get better image quality, at a lower price with the below, which is just about the same size: Sony NEX-3 with 16mm F2.8 Lens: $549.99

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06-22-2011, 09:41 PM	#76
hcarvalhoalves Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: São Paulo, Brazil Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,019	1. I like the design, ergonomic-wise it seems best than anything that size. That's a point Pentax always get done right. 2. Mode dial: M / Av / Tv ... Nice to know this camera has photographer blood. 2. Not being compatible with K-mount is bummer, but for that size it really can't be. 3. Sensor too small. I hope the IQ is not crap. 4. 800 USD is simply too expensive. 5. Also, the black version is beautiful. I have mixed emotions about this product. I would certainly buy one with kit lens + a wide if the IQ is good, but 800 USD is just crazy.

06-22-2011, 09:43 PM	#77
UdonUdon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Photos: Albums Posts: 90	Originally posted by ogl The Pentax Q is expected to begin shipping in Japan by this August. Availability of camera and lenses in the US market will follow in early Fall 2011, and US-market pricing is expected to be in the region of US$800 inclusive of the 47mm-equivalent f/1.9 kit lens. The PENTAX 02 Standard Zoom will cost around US$300, while the PENTAX 03 Fish-Eye is expected to ship for around $130. The lo-fi PENTAX 04 Toy Lens Wide and PENTAX 05 Toy Lens Telephoto lenses should cost around $80 apiece. Other accessories will include a shoe-mount optical viewfinder for around $250, as well as a 40.5mm polarizing filter and two lens hoods for the Pentax 01 and 02 lenses with price not yet disclosed. Absolutely insane prices.... I will agree with you on that. I can by some nice limiteds with all that money.

06-22-2011, 09:46 PM	#78
Andi Lo Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Posts: 2,924	Well whoever wishes for a digital Auto110 surely got it. Sensor size disappointing but we already expected that from the rumors...

06-22-2011, 09:46 PM	#79
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Originally posted by ogl Absolutely insane prices.... Wait until it hits the US market towards the end of the year, and after all the new models from Sony, Panasonic etc hit the street. Those prices won't stay that high.

06-22-2011, 09:50 PM	#80
UdonUdon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Photos: Albums Posts: 90	Imaging Resource has a good preview, and some really interesting images.

06-22-2011, 09:51 PM	#81
dj_saunter Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 209	this is a fail for me.

06-22-2011, 09:55 PM	#82
7samurai Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA Photos: Albums Posts: 474	Did they build this for the Japan market? or the world market? I can see it selling in Japan, but with camera phones pushing 8-10 meg, they better have amazing IQ to justify carrying it in addition to your phone.

06-22-2011, 09:55 PM	#83
bhairavp Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 399	Did anyone notice 1/2000 sec flash sync? Hope they implement something similar in the K-5 successor.

06-22-2011, 09:58 PM	#84
adr1an Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Canberra Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 739	Originally posted by bhairavp Did anyone notice 1/2000 sec flash sync? Hope they implement something similar in the K-5 successor. Its due to the Electronic Shutter ala Nikon D70x sorta... only way you could sync that high without relying on HSS etc...

06-22-2011, 10:03 PM	#85
devorama Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 638	I am fascinated by this camera for its: 1/2000 sec flash sync with 47mm and zoom lens in camera HDR mode Green Button +/- button puts last jpeg to RAW intervelometer! magnesium alloy body leaf shutters in the premium lenses retro syling But I don't know if I can bring myself to pay $800 for a camera with 1/2.3 sensor. But I'm sure this camera will be a blast to use.

06-22-2011, 10:05 PM	#87
sifun Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Albums Posts: 58	imaging-resource also have samples if you want to see ISO quality

06-22-2011, 10:09 PM	#88
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	Originally posted by sifun imaging-resource also have samples if you want to see ISO quality 3 MP - yes. Not bad for 3 MP photos.

06-22-2011, 10:15 PM	#89
deadwolfbones Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Santa Fe, NM Posts: 7,451	$800 pricetag torpedoes any interest I may have had.