Got a Q? Then get a MX-1!

Adam · 03-03-2013, 02:31 PM

Seriously, why not? The Q is great with adapted lenses, while the MX-1 is great for pointing and shooting!

See the review here:

Pentax MX-1 Review

Or just get the MX-1

Am I the only one on the forum who's got one?

Adam
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SpartanD63 · 03-03-2013, 02:41 PM

If it wasn't for the fact that I just got a DA* and I'm not allowed to buy anything more right now... xD

panoguy · 03-03-2013, 03:24 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Am I the only one on the forum who's got one?

Probably the only one with a Q and the MX-1.

To my mind, they are almost at opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of buyers... unless you count the "buy it because it has a Pentax badge on it (somewhere)" types. (Hey, I know it's your job!)

treebeard · 03-03-2013, 04:26 PM

Originally posted by SpartanD63

If it wasn't for the fact that I just got a DA* and I'm not allowed to buy anything more right now... xD

Are you SURE you are not allowed to buy anything?

cali92rs · 03-03-2013, 05:02 PM

Once this thing drops about 100 bucks, I will snatch it up

I for one think the swiveling LCD is a big selling point (it was knocked in the review). It makes candids much easier because you don't have to bring the camera up to your face and you can accurately frame a shot at shoe level! The small negative that it makes it "less visually appealing" is greatly outweighed by the added utility.

**LaurenOE** · 03-03-2013, 05:09 PM

I'm kinda tapped out "trying out new genres" of Pentax cameras.
First the Q and then the K-01.

Enough already with "trying new things". It's about time we got the new APS-C camera and the new flash.

If the price drops a bit more, say for around $250, then I might pick one up. But at $500 that's too close to a K5 classic.

**monochrome** · 03-03-2013, 05:31 PM

After 2 Q's, 01, 02 Q > K adapter , tripod foot and some little stuff, with absolutely serious intent, I told my wife, "No more buying until a FF." She said, "You can't go that long."

**LaurenOE** · 03-03-2013, 05:49 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

After 2 Q's, 01, 02 Q > K adapter , tripod foot and some little stuff, with absolutely serious intent, I told my wife, "No more buying until a FF." She said, "You can't go that long."

The only thing(s) on my radar are

1) Sigma 85mm f1.4
2) Samyang Tilt shift 24mm
3) D FA 100 f2.8 Older style non-WR.
4) Sigma 500mm f4.5
5) Last blow-out of the Q
6) Last blow-out of the K-01
7) Another O-GPS-1
8) Two K3 bodies and grips in April
9) The FF next year
10) K30 sub $500
11) New Flash

I guess there are probably others, but at this point, the MX-1 is not even on the list.

robtcorl · 03-03-2013, 06:57 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

The only thing(s) on my radar are

1) Sigma 85mm f1.4
2) Samyang Tilt shift 24mm
3) D FA 100 f2.8 Older style non-WR.
4) Sigma 500mm f4.5
5) Last blow-out of the Q
6) Last blow-out of the K-01
7) Another O-GPS-1
8) Two K3 bodies and grips in April
9) The FF next year
10) K30 sub $500
11) New Flash

I guess there are probably others, but at this point, the MX-1 is not even on the list.

Gulp!

stormtech · 03-03-2013, 07:08 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

The only thing(s) on my radar are

8) Two K3 bodies and grips in April

April? As in the year 2013?

**LaurenOE** · 03-03-2013, 08:17 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

April? As in the year 2013?

Yep. Pentax has to give us the APS-C upgrade to the K5 within the next 90 days.
They don't have much of a choice given that the FF frame and 645DII are on their way. If they wait any longer, it will be a mess.

**LaurenOE** · 03-03-2013, 08:19 PM

Originally posted by robtcorl

Gulp!

LOL..."On the Radar" means if an opportunity arises, then I will buy one of those items! So many rumors swirl at any given time, that I have multiple radar "targets" that I think about. At the moment the MX-1 is not a target.

**monochrome** · 03-03-2013, 08:32 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

Yep. Pentax has to give us the APS-C upgrade to the K5 within the next 90 days.
They don't have much of a choice given that the FF frame and 645DII are on their way. If they wait any longer, it will be a mess.

I could swear on one of the Denver Open Box Sale threads someone wrote he was told by a Pentax Rep, "Good things are coming," but when pressed he wouldn't elaborate. Try as I might, I can't find the post.

{EDIT] Found it!

I might just have to start using my 2012 sig line again.

Be of good cheer . . . . .

stormtech · 03-03-2013, 08:36 PM

Originally posted by LaurenOE

Yep. Pentax has to give us the APS-C upgrade to the K5 within the next 90 days.
They don't have much of a choice given that the FF frame and 645DII are on their way. If they wait any longer, it will be a mess.

Wow - that's even more that I didn't know......

K-3
FF
645DII

Guess I need to broaden my news reading.

**LaurenOE** · 03-03-2013, 09:18 PM

Originally posted by stormtech

Wow - that's even more that I didn't know......

K-3
FF
645DII

Guess I need to broaden my news reading.

03-03-2013, 02:31 PM	#1
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Got a Q? Then get a MX-1! Seriously, why not? The Q is great with adapted lenses, while the MX-1 is great for pointing and shooting! See the review here: Pentax MX-1 Review Or just get the MX-1 Am I the only one on the forum who's got one? Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

03-03-2013, 08:32 PM	#13
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by LaurenOE Yep. Pentax has to give us the APS-C upgrade to the K5 within the next 90 days. They don't have much of a choice given that the FF frame and 645DII are on their way. If they wait any longer, it will be a mess. I could swear on one of the Denver Open Box Sale threads someone wrote he was told by a Pentax Rep, "Good things are coming," but when pressed he wouldn't elaborate. Try as I might, I can't find the post. {EDIT] Found it! I might just have to start using my 2012 sig line again. Be of good cheer . . . . . Last edited by monochrome; 03-05-2013 at 07:04 AM.

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panoguy Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Washington, D.C. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,327	Originally posted by Adam Am I the only one on the forum who's got one? Probably the only one with a Q and the MX-1. To my mind, they are almost at opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of buyers... unless you count the "buy it because it has a Pentax badge on it (somewhere)" types. (Hey, I know it's your job!)

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treebeard Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Windham, NH Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 793	Originally posted by SpartanD63 If it wasn't for the fact that I just got a DA* and I'm not allowed to buy anything more right now... xD Are you SURE you are not allowed to buy anything?

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cali92rs Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 3,354	Once this thing drops about 100 bucks, I will snatch it up I for one think the swiveling LCD is a big selling point (it was knocked in the review). It makes candids much easier because you don't have to bring the camera up to your face and you can accurately frame a shot at shoe level! The small negative that it makes it "less visually appealing" is greatly outweighed by the added utility.

03-03-2013, 05:09 PM	#6
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	I'm kinda tapped out "trying out new genres" of Pentax cameras. First the Q and then the K-01. Enough already with "trying new things". It's about time we got the new APS-C camera and the new flash. If the price drops a bit more, say for around $250, then I might pick one up. But at $500 that's too close to a K5 classic.

03-03-2013, 05:31 PM	#7
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	After 2 Q's, 01, 02 Q > K adapter , tripod foot and some little stuff, with absolutely serious intent, I told my wife, "No more buying until a FF." She said, "You can't go that long."

03-03-2013, 05:49 PM	#8
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by monochrome After 2 Q's, 01, 02 Q > K adapter , tripod foot and some little stuff, with absolutely serious intent, I told my wife, "No more buying until a FF." She said, "You can't go that long." The only thing(s) on my radar are 1) Sigma 85mm f1.4 2) Samyang Tilt shift 24mm 3) D FA 100 f2.8 Older style non-WR. 4) Sigma 500mm f4.5 5) Last blow-out of the Q 6) Last blow-out of the K-01 7) Another O-GPS-1 8) Two K3 bodies and grips in April 9) The FF next year 10) K30 sub $500 11) New Flash I guess there are probably others, but at this point, the MX-1 is not even on the list.

03-03-2013, 06:57 PM	#9
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by LaurenOE The only thing(s) on my radar are 1) Sigma 85mm f1.4 2) Samyang Tilt shift 24mm 3) D FA 100 f2.8 Older style non-WR. 4) Sigma 500mm f4.5 5) Last blow-out of the Q 6) Last blow-out of the K-01 7) Another O-GPS-1 8) Two K3 bodies and grips in April 9) The FF next year 10) K30 sub $500 11) New Flash I guess there are probably others, but at this point, the MX-1 is not even on the list. Gulp!

03-03-2013, 07:08 PM	#10
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Originally posted by LaurenOE The only thing(s) on my radar are 8) Two K3 bodies and grips in April April? As in the year 2013?

03-03-2013, 08:17 PM	#11
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by stormtech April? As in the year 2013? Yep. Pentax has to give us the APS-C upgrade to the K5 within the next 90 days. They don't have much of a choice given that the FF frame and 645DII are on their way. If they wait any longer, it will be a mess.

03-03-2013, 08:19 PM	#12
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by robtcorl Gulp! LOL..."On the Radar" means if an opportunity arises, then I will buy one of those items! So many rumors swirl at any given time, that I have multiple radar "targets" that I think about. At the moment the MX-1 is not a target.

03-03-2013, 08:36 PM	#14
stormtech Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: In the boonies (NW Penna) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,744	Originally posted by LaurenOE Yep. Pentax has to give us the APS-C upgrade to the K5 within the next 90 days. They don't have much of a choice given that the FF frame and 645DII are on their way. If they wait any longer, it will be a mess. Wow - that's even more that I didn't know...... K-3 FF 645DII Guess I need to broaden my news reading.

03-03-2013, 09:18 PM	#15
LaurenOE Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Back in Florida, but worldwide gigs! Photos: Albums Posts: 3,690	Originally posted by stormtech Wow - that's even more that I didn't know...... K-3 FF 645DII Guess I need to broaden my news reading.