Finally have my own Q

**LaurenOE** · 11-09-2012, 10:25 AM

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My K5's had a baby!!!

**crewl1** · 11-09-2012, 10:31 AM

Originally posted by jpzk

Questions: 1. Shooting JPEG first, to get used to the Q ? 2. Any sense in installing the software (CD) that came with it ? I have CS5 and Faststone Image Viewer already on my computer. 3. What would be the optimal SD card to use ? 4. Any specific settings which would render the learning phase easier ? 5. Any sense in updating the firmware yet ? Seems that the firmware updating is not done the same way as I usually do with my K7, K5 ... frankly, I haven't had the time to check that yet. Cheers! JP

1. Your call, it lets you try the image filters which are fun.
2. I did not, I use LR4 and it fits right into the flow that I use for the K-5
3. See https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-q/204434-sd-card-type-best-used-q.html
4. None that I can think of learning, there are some settings recommended in the thread 'Share your shots with the Q' for tuning the sharpness, etc.
5. It can wait, till you want to use adapted lenses, but the Peaking is nice if you want that.

Originally posted by LaurenOE

Add another question - Where is the lens hood for the standard zoom?

You will have tobuy one, not sure if it comes with the lens when by itself. I got this one Professional Replacement Lens Hood MH RA40 5 for Pentax Q 8 5mm Lens Silver | eBay

**crewl1** · 11-09-2012, 10:32 AM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

My K5's had a baby!!!

Oh I see you have the zoom - I got this hood for mine Professional Replacement Lens Hood Ph SBA 40 5 for for Pentax 5 15mm 2 8 Black | eBay

**jpzk** · 11-09-2012, 10:36 AM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

My K5's had a baby!!!

JP

**jpzk** · 11-09-2012, 10:38 AM

Originally posted by crewl1

Originally posted by jpzk Questions: 1. Shooting JPEG first, to get used to the Q ? 2. Any sense in installing the software (CD) that came with it ? I have CS5 and Faststone Image Viewer already on my computer. 3. What would be the optimal SD card to use ? 4. Any specific settings which would render the learning phase easier ? 5. Any sense in updating the firmware yet ? Seems that the firmware updating is not done the same way as I usually do with my K7, K5 ... frankly, I haven't had the time to check that yet. Cheers! JP 1. Your call, it lets you try the image filters which are fun.
2. I did not, I use LR4 and it fits right into the flow that I use for the K-5
3. See Which SD card type is best used for the Q?
4. None that I can think of learning, there are some settings recommended in the thread 'Share your shots with the Q' for tuning the sharpness, etc.
5. It can wait, till you want to use adapted lenses, but the Peaking is nice if you want that.

Thanks for the info, much appreciated.
Just one thing: so if I shoot RAW, I can always just "dump" the RAW file into CS5 and Camera RAW will open it "as usual", right?

JP

**crewl1** · 11-09-2012, 10:48 AM

I don't have either of those programs running but with LR4 I can process the RAW as usual as I do with the K-5 RAW.

I'll let others who have that software confirm.

**LaurenOE** · 11-09-2012, 10:49 AM

Originally posted by crewl1

Oh I see you have the zoom - I got this hood for mine Professional Replacement Lens Hood Ph SBA 40 5 for for Pentax 5 15mm 2 8 Black | eBay

Is it a bayonnet or screw into the lens threads?

**crewl1** · 11-09-2012, 11:04 AM

Bayonet on the zoom, screw on the 01 prime. On the zoom it even stores in reverse position, really cute like it's trying to be a big lens.

**LaurenOE** · 11-09-2012, 11:07 AM

Originally posted by crewl1

Bayonet on the zoom, screw on the 01 prime.

So that hood does both?
How well does the bayonet fit on the zoom?

**LaurenOE** · 11-09-2012, 11:07 AM

Originally posted by crewl1

Bayonet on the zoom, screw on the 01 prime. On the zoom it even stores in reverse position, really cute like it's trying to be a big lens.

Gotcha!

**crewl1** · 11-09-2012, 11:14 AM

Oh sorry - no the zoom hood is bayonet, it does not fit the 01 prime.

The 01 prime is a different hood I linked to in my first response, it screws on.

For the 01 prime there is another hood it is a vented external one but I preferred the smaller type.

**LaurenOE** · 11-09-2012, 11:20 AM

Originally posted by crewl1

Oh sorry - no the zoom hood is bayonet, it does not fit the 01 prime.

The 01 prime is a different hood I linked to in my first response, it screws on.

For the 01 prime there is another hood it is a vented external one but I preferred the smaller type.

Whew, I ordered the right one!

The Pentax version - PH-SBA 40.5 - seems to be only available in Japan at the moment.

**crewl1** · 11-09-2012, 11:32 AM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

The Pentax version - PH-SBA 40.5 - seems to be only available in Japan at the moment.

I haven't had a problem with the aftermarket copies, so don't see a reason to splurge on the branded plastic

VisualDarkness · 11-09-2012, 12:33 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

LOL.."Me too".
Add another question - Where is the lens hood for the standard zoom?
Is that something I have to buy?
Does it come with the "retail" version of this lens as opposed to the "kit"?

I don't like the fact but they only sell it separately, it should be included with such a "luxury" camera as it was when they released it. Though Canon at least does the same with many of their lenses.

Docrwm · 11-09-2012, 03:16 PM

Originally posted by crewl1

1. Your call, it lets you try the image filters which are fun.
2. I did not, I use LR4 and it fits right into the flow that I use for the K-5
3. See https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-q/204434-sd-card-type-best-used-q.html
4. None that I can think of learning, there are some settings recommended in the thread 'Share your shots with the Q' for tuning the sharpness, etc.
5. It can wait, till you want to use adapted lenses, but the Peaking is nice if you want that.

You will have tobuy one, not sure if it comes with the lens when by itself. I got this one Professional Replacement Lens Hood MH RA40 5 for Pentax Q 8 5mm Lens Silver | eBay

That is the hood that I am still waiting to have delivered. Now that I look at it the seller is in Brooklyn so I will calm down and wait a bit more for it.

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11-09-2012, 10:25 AM	#91
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. My K5's had a baby!!!

11-09-2012, 10:31 AM	#92
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by jpzk Questions: 1. Shooting JPEG first, to get used to the Q ? 2. Any sense in installing the software (CD) that came with it ? I have CS5 and Faststone Image Viewer already on my computer. 3. What would be the optimal SD card to use ? 4. Any specific settings which would render the learning phase easier ? 5. Any sense in updating the firmware yet ? Seems that the firmware updating is not done the same way as I usually do with my K7, K5 ... frankly, I haven't had the time to check that yet. Cheers! JP 1. Your call, it lets you try the image filters which are fun. 2. I did not, I use LR4 and it fits right into the flow that I use for the K-5 3. See https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-q/204434-sd-card-type-best-used-q.html 4. None that I can think of learning, there are some settings recommended in the thread 'Share your shots with the Q' for tuning the sharpness, etc. 5. It can wait, till you want to use adapted lenses, but the Peaking is nice if you want that. Originally posted by LaurenOE Add another question - Where is the lens hood for the standard zoom? You will have tobuy one, not sure if it comes with the lens when by itself. I got this one Professional Replacement Lens Hood MH RA40 5 for Pentax Q 8 5mm Lens Silver \| eBay

11-09-2012, 10:32 AM	#93
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by LaurenOE My K5's had a baby!!! Oh I see you have the zoom - I got this hood for mine Professional Replacement Lens Hood Ph SBA 40 5 for for Pentax 5 15mm 2 8 Black \| eBay

11-09-2012, 10:36 AM	#94
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by LaurenOE My K5's had a baby!!! JP

11-09-2012, 10:38 AM	#95
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by crewl1 Originally posted by jpzk Questions: 1. Shooting JPEG first, to get used to the Q ? 2. Any sense in installing the software (CD) that came with it ? I have CS5 and Faststone Image Viewer already on my computer. 3. What would be the optimal SD card to use ? 4. Any specific settings which would render the learning phase easier ? 5. Any sense in updating the firmware yet ? Seems that the firmware updating is not done the same way as I usually do with my K7, K5 ... frankly, I haven't had the time to check that yet. Cheers! JP 1. Your call, it lets you try the image filters which are fun. 2. I did not, I use LR4 and it fits right into the flow that I use for the K-5 3. See Which SD card type is best used for the Q? 4. None that I can think of learning, there are some settings recommended in the thread 'Share your shots with the Q' for tuning the sharpness, etc. 5. It can wait, till you want to use adapted lenses, but the Peaking is nice if you want that. Thanks for the info, much appreciated. Just one thing: so if I shoot RAW, I can always just "dump" the RAW file into CS5 and Camera RAW will open it "as usual", right? JP

11-09-2012, 10:48 AM	#96
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	I don't have either of those programs running but with LR4 I can process the RAW as usual as I do with the K-5 RAW. I'll let others who have that software confirm.

11-09-2012, 10:49 AM	#97
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by crewl1 Oh I see you have the zoom - I got this hood for mine Professional Replacement Lens Hood Ph SBA 40 5 for for Pentax 5 15mm 2 8 Black \| eBay Is it a bayonnet or screw into the lens threads?

11-09-2012, 11:04 AM	#98
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Bayonet on the zoom, screw on the 01 prime. On the zoom it even stores in reverse position, really cute like it's trying to be a big lens.

11-09-2012, 11:07 AM	#99
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by crewl1 Bayonet on the zoom, screw on the 01 prime. So that hood does both? How well does the bayonet fit on the zoom?

11-09-2012, 11:07 AM	#100
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by crewl1 Bayonet on the zoom, screw on the 01 prime. On the zoom it even stores in reverse position, really cute like it's trying to be a big lens. Gotcha!

11-09-2012, 11:14 AM	#101
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Oh sorry - no the zoom hood is bayonet, it does not fit the 01 prime. The 01 prime is a different hood I linked to in my first response, it screws on. For the 01 prime there is another hood it is a vented external one but I preferred the smaller type.

11-09-2012, 11:20 AM	#102
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by crewl1 Oh sorry - no the zoom hood is bayonet, it does not fit the 01 prime. The 01 prime is a different hood I linked to in my first response, it screws on. For the 01 prime there is another hood it is a vented external one but I preferred the smaller type. Whew, I ordered the right one! The Pentax version - PH-SBA 40.5 - seems to be only available in Japan at the moment.

11-09-2012, 11:32 AM	#103
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by LaurenOE The Pentax version - PH-SBA 40.5 - seems to be only available in Japan at the moment. I haven't had a problem with the aftermarket copies, so don't see a reason to splurge on the branded plastic

11-09-2012, 12:33 PM	#104
VisualDarkness Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Uppsala, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,439	Originally posted by LaurenOE LOL.."Me too". Add another question - Where is the lens hood for the standard zoom? Is that something I have to buy? Does it come with the "retail" version of this lens as opposed to the "kit"? I don't like the fact but they only sell it separately, it should be included with such a "luxury" camera as it was when they released it. Though Canon at least does the same with many of their lenses.

11-09-2012, 03:16 PM	#105
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	Originally posted by crewl1 1. Your call, it lets you try the image filters which are fun. 2. I did not, I use LR4 and it fits right into the flow that I use for the K-5 3. See https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-q/204434-sd-card-type-best-used-q.html 4. None that I can think of learning, there are some settings recommended in the thread 'Share your shots with the Q' for tuning the sharpness, etc. 5. It can wait, till you want to use adapted lenses, but the Peaking is nice if you want that. You will have tobuy one, not sure if it comes with the lens when by itself. I got this one Professional Replacement Lens Hood MH RA40 5 for Pentax Q 8 5mm Lens Silver \| eBay That is the hood that I am still waiting to have delivered. Now that I look at it the seller is in Brooklyn so I will calm down and wait a bit more for it.