Did you buy a 2nd Q?

Docrwm · 11-25-2012, 09:34 AM

UPDATE - There is a new Poll on this topic at
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-q/214567-did-you-buy-2nd-q-update.html

With the price as low as $189 in Australia and $279 (briefly) in the US for the Q kit, I'm wondering how many people bought a 2nd Q kit?

Last edited by Docrwm; 02-07-2013 at 05:13 AM.

drougge · 11-25-2012, 09:39 AM

Not yet at least. But I just bought my first one. I might try to buy a kit with the 06 zoom later. (I guess that will be a Q10 then.) (Not quite as cheap here in Sweden anyway.)

**LaurenOE** · 11-25-2012, 09:42 AM

Yep. I got two.
I hope "2s" don't come in "3s".
With Black Friday at B&H for the DA* 50-135 f/2.8 - Yep. I did it again.
So the Qs were an awesome deal and then the 50-135.
I can't afford much more.
Good thing there are two Pentaxians in my home. I couldn't "justify" all these Pentax Purchases if it was just me.
I wonder if Pentax realizes how much money I spent with them in 2012?

bluefoam · 11-25-2012, 11:24 AM

The poll isn't showing the results for me...

I have the q and both prime lenses. I'll get the wide angle when it's released. I'd like the 06, but I can't justify it...

Docrwm · 11-25-2012, 11:27 AM

Originally posted by bluefoam

The poll isn't showing the results for me...

I have the q and both prime lenses. I'll get the wide angle when it's released. I'd like the 06, but I can't justify it...

Results show after you enter your choices. If you have entered your choices and they still aren't showing up then refresh the page.

What wide angle, the one on the roadmap?

bluefoam · 11-25-2012, 12:15 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

Results show after you enter your choices. If you have entered your choices and they still aren't showing up then refresh the page.

What wide angle, the one on the roadmap?

Yep, the one in the roadmap. Still can't see the results though. I'll try a different browser.

hnikesch · 11-25-2012, 03:41 PM

Only the Black Q and 01 for my and I also can't see the results,

Hans

JHD · 11-25-2012, 04:00 PM

Didn't vote but one Q is enough.

selar · 11-25-2012, 04:07 PM

One is enough, I'm not too impressed with the IQ. They look like they've been taken with a P&S.

Why are the Poll results hidden, BTW?

ndjedinak · 11-26-2012, 04:53 AM

I don't see a poll, but I'm on tapatalk.

In any case, I did buy a 2nd Q. My wife often takes the Q when she travels, and I missed having it around. I considered waiting for the Q10, but I really like the jewel-like miniature magnesium construction, and I'm happy with the IQ, so I stuck with the ur-Q.

Selar, the Q's results can look P&S-like, but only if processed like a P&S image. Try shooting with fine sharpness +1, NR low, shadow and highlight compensation OFF, and reversal film setting. Use custom WB indoors and outdoors if the light is blue. Or shoot RAW. Shot RAW, the results remind me much of my old Nikon D200, up to ISO640. That's pretty astonishing to me.

Sandy Hancock · 11-26-2012, 04:58 AM

I'm not sure where I fit in to the survey. I have Q + 01 + 03, but have Q10 + 02 + 06 + K-Q adaptor on back-order.

Blue · 11-26-2012, 05:05 AM

you left out an option. "My mirrorless is a K-01."

Docrwm · 11-26-2012, 06:08 AM

Originally posted by Blue

you left out an option. "My mirrorless is a K-01."

This is the Q section, away with you!

LeRolls · 11-26-2012, 04:30 PM

I could see myself getting another Q to add to my collection every year. I will most likely wait till the end of next year to see what deals are available for the Q10. If they continue with the trend of cutting the prices by 50% or more then I will have no problem with being a year behind every time I bite the bullet.

In the meantime I am absolutely loving my current original Q and will continue to bulk up on accessories/lenses for it that will hopefully transfer over to future Qs as well.

Biro · 11-26-2012, 10:36 PM

I bought the original Q with the 01 prime when the price dropped to $399. I still think it was a pretty good deal. I added both the 02 zoom and the OVF not long afterward - before the sub-$300 close-out deals started. Oh well. After the New Year, I'm sure I'll add the 06 zoom and the Q-to-K mount adaptor (I have plenty of K-mount lenses). After that, I'll probably be done. None of the toy lenses interest me.

View Poll Results: 2nd Q for You?
I own 1 Q and the original lens	26	29.89%
I own 1 Q and several lenses	34	39.08%
I own 2 Qs with 01 & 02 lenses	11	12.64%
I own 2 Qs with 01, 02 and other lens(es)	11	12.64%
I have 1 Q and another is on the way	2	2.30%
I own a Q and a Q10 (I like diversity)	0	0%
I own 2 Qs but bought the 2nd to save on the Lens and will sell the 2nd body	5	5.75%
I plan to keep both Qs	10	11.49%
My Qs are the same color	8	9.20%
My Qs are different colors	4	4.60%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 87. You may not vote on this poll

11-25-2012, 09:34 AM	#1
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Did you buy a 2nd Q? UPDATE - There is a new Poll on this topic at https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-q/214567-did-you-buy-2nd-q-update.html With the price as low as $189 in Australia and $279 (briefly) in the US for the Q kit, I'm wondering how many people bought a 2nd Q kit? Last edited by Docrwm; 02-07-2013 at 05:13 AM.

11-25-2012, 09:39 AM	#2
drougge Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Malmö Photos: Gallery Posts: 787	Not yet at least. But I just bought my first one. I might try to buy a kit with the 06 zoom later. (I guess that will be a Q10 then.) (Not quite as cheap here in Sweden anyway.) Last edited by drougge; 11-25-2012 at 09:40 AM. Reason: Sweden

11-26-2012, 10:36 PM	#15
Biro Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,200	I bought the original Q with the 01 prime when the price dropped to $399. I still think it was a pretty good deal. I added both the 02 zoom and the OVF not long afterward - before the sub-$300 close-out deals started. Oh well. After the New Year, I'm sure I'll add the 06 zoom and the Q-to-K mount adaptor (I have plenty of K-mount lenses). After that, I'll probably be done. None of the toy lenses interest me. Last edited by Biro; 11-26-2012 at 10:53 PM.

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11-25-2012, 09:42 AM	#3
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Yep. I got two. I hope "2s" don't come in "3s". With Black Friday at B&H for the DA* 50-135 f/2.8 - Yep. I did it again. So the Qs were an awesome deal and then the 50-135. I can't afford much more. Good thing there are two Pentaxians in my home. I couldn't "justify" all these Pentax Purchases if it was just me. I wonder if Pentax realizes how much money I spent with them in 2012?

11-25-2012, 11:24 AM	#4
bluefoam Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 115	The poll isn't showing the results for me... I have the q and both prime lenses. I'll get the wide angle when it's released. I'd like the 06, but I can't justify it...

11-25-2012, 11:27 AM	#5
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	Originally posted by bluefoam The poll isn't showing the results for me... I have the q and both prime lenses. I'll get the wide angle when it's released. I'd like the 06, but I can't justify it... Results show after you enter your choices. If you have entered your choices and they still aren't showing up then refresh the page. What wide angle, the one on the roadmap?

11-25-2012, 12:15 PM	#6
bluefoam Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 115	Originally posted by Docrwm Results show after you enter your choices. If you have entered your choices and they still aren't showing up then refresh the page. What wide angle, the one on the roadmap? Yep, the one in the roadmap. Still can't see the results though. I'll try a different browser.

11-25-2012, 03:41 PM	#7
hnikesch Veteran Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 1,316	Only the Black Q and 01 for my and I also can't see the results, Hans

11-25-2012, 04:00 PM	#8
JHD Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 1,406	Didn't vote but one Q is enough.

11-25-2012, 04:07 PM	#9
selar Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,042	One is enough, I'm not too impressed with the IQ. They look like they've been taken with a P&S. Why are the Poll results hidden, BTW?

11-26-2012, 04:53 AM	#10
ndjedinak Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 186	I don't see a poll, but I'm on tapatalk. In any case, I did buy a 2nd Q. My wife often takes the Q when she travels, and I missed having it around. I considered waiting for the Q10, but I really like the jewel-like miniature magnesium construction, and I'm happy with the IQ, so I stuck with the ur-Q. Selar, the Q's results can look P&S-like, but only if processed like a P&S image. Try shooting with fine sharpness +1, NR low, shadow and highlight compensation OFF, and reversal film setting. Use custom WB indoors and outdoors if the light is blue. Or shoot RAW. Shot RAW, the results remind me much of my old Nikon D200, up to ISO640. That's pretty astonishing to me.

11-26-2012, 04:58 AM	#11
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	I'm not sure where I fit in to the survey. I have Q + 01 + 03, but have Q10 + 02 + 06 + K-Q adaptor on back-order.

11-26-2012, 05:05 AM	#12
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	you left out an option. "My mirrorless is a K-01."

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11-26-2012, 06:08 AM	#13
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285 Original Poster	Originally posted by Blue you left out an option. "My mirrorless is a K-01." This is the Q section, away with you!

11-26-2012, 04:30 PM	#14
LeRolls Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: PSL, FL Posts: 4,504	I could see myself getting another Q to add to my collection every year. I will most likely wait till the end of next year to see what deals are available for the Q10. If they continue with the trend of cutting the prices by 50% or more then I will have no problem with being a year behind every time I bite the bullet. In the meantime I am absolutely loving my current original Q and will continue to bulk up on accessories/lenses for it that will hopefully transfer over to future Qs as well.