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AnalogMan · 11-18-2013, 04:02 PM - **1 Like**

Hi All! I just received a Pentax Q with the 02 Zoom and the 03 Fish Eye lenses, 3 batteries (1 Pentax, 2 Wasabi), 2 chargers (1 Pentax, 1 Wasabi), an Optio case which camera, batteries and lenses all fit in, and all cables and a Pentax strap.

This is my Q. There are many like it but this one is mine...

Here it is next to my trusty A300. The Sony isn't a big camera by any means but the Q makes it look huge...

So far, I'm blown away with what this little camera is capable of!

I am a long time Minolta guy and have recently paired down my film "shooters" to a Maxxum 9xi and a Maxxum 9000 and my DSLRs are a Sony A200 and A300, so all my Minolta/Sony lenses are A mounts. I haven't seen any example shots using Minolta A mount lenses so I opted to purchase a Fotodiox Minolta A mount adaptor for the Q. Not being sure of how the A mounts are going to preform on the Q, I decided to stay away from the more expensive adaptors like the Novoflex.

I am waiting for the adaptor to be delivered so I'm hoping that I will be able to share some "Q" shots with you soon!

Mike

(P.S. - If this is typical of what Pentax cameras are like, I just might have to get Pentax DSLR!)

jimr-pdx · 11-18-2013, 04:18 PM

The nice thing about the Q is that its menu system is practically identical to the K-5 - so if you mean that p.s. you can make the transition with little effort! I came across from the A200 myself, some days I really miss the old metal-jacket 35-105 and 100-200mm

hnikesch · 11-18-2013, 04:48 PM

Welcome to the fun of the Q, check the adapted lens chart in the stickies above, and search the adapter threads so you know what to expect and enjoy your Q

AnalogMan · 11-18-2013, 05:38 PM

Originally posted by jimr-pdx

The nice thing about the Q is that its menu system is practically identical to the K-5 - so if you mean that p.s. you can make the transition with little effort! I came across from the A200 myself, some days I really miss the old metal-jacket 35-105 and 100-200mm

Thanks for the tip on the K-5! The more that I use the menu on the Q, the easier it gets to move around it. I don't have the 35-105 but I do have the 100-200mm. I'm looking forward to putting that on the Q!

Originally posted by hnikesch

Welcome to the fun of the Q, check the adapted lens chart in the stickies above, and search the adapter threads so you know what to expect and enjoy your Q

Thank you sir! I checked the adapted chart and didn't see any Minolta A mounts listed. I'll comb through the rest of the thread and see if I can see something!

Mike

**crewl1** · 11-18-2013, 05:41 PM

Originally posted by AnalogMan

This is my Q. There are many like it but this one is mine...

Excellent! yes I don't think we have indexed any A mounts, feel free to add some to the list. Enjoy your Q.

AnalogMan · 11-18-2013, 06:05 PM

Originally posted by crewl1

Excellent! yes I don't think we have indexed any A mounts, feel free to add some to the list. Enjoy your Q.

Thanks Larry! Hopefully I can get some useful information to the adapted list for the A mount!

Mike

Hinomaru · 11-18-2013, 06:11 PM

Originally posted by AnalogMan

Hi All! I just received a Pentax Q with the 02 Zoom and the 03 Fish Eye lenses, 3 batteries (1 Pentax, 2 Wasabi), 2 chargers (1 Pentax, 1 Wasabi), an Optio case which camera, batteries and lenses all fit in, and all cables and a Pentax strap.

This is my Q. There are many like it but this one is mine...

Here it is next to my trusty A300. The Sony isn't a big camera by any means but the Q makes it look huge...

So far, I'm blown away with what this little camera is capable of!

I am a long time Minolta guy and have recently paired down my film "shooters" to a Maxxum 9xi and a Maxxum 9000 and my DSLRs are a Sony A200 and A300, so all my Minolta/Sony lenses are A mounts. I haven't seen any example shots using Minolta A mount lenses so I opted to purchase a Fotodiox Minolta A mount adaptor for the Q. Not being sure of how the A mounts are going to preform on the Q, I decided to stay away from the more expensive adaptors like the Novoflex.

I am waiting for the adaptor to be delivered so I'm hoping that I will be able to share some "Q" shots with you soon!

Mike

(P.S. - If this is typical of what Pentax cameras are like, I just might have to get Pentax DSLR!)

Welcome on board Mike! You're gonna have a ball with your combo especially the 03 Fish Eye which I've also acquired recently - it is so much fun!
Q w/03 is more fun than a Nintendo. Oops, my age is showing!

Rick

AnalogMan · 11-18-2013, 06:20 PM

Originally posted by Hinomaru

...Q w/03 is more fun than a Nintendo. Oops, my age is showing!

Rick

Thanks for the welcome Rick! (My age is showing too!)

Mike

**barondla** · 11-19-2013, 01:06 AM

Congratulations on the Q kit and welcome to the forums. The Q is so much fun. So many things to experiment with. The Q will cause an explosion in creativity.

Since the Q came with multiple batteries you are set. Do check that Q has all its shots....er firmware updates. We want healthy Q.

Don't be surprised if the Q leads to other Pentax cameras. It is ok to have fun taking pictures. Pentax understands this.

Post some Q pics when you get the chance.
thanks
barondla

AnalogMan · 11-19-2013, 06:50 AM

Thanks for the welcome barondla! Yes, I made sure that my Q is up to date with it's "shots"

I downloaded the latest firmware right after I got it. I promise to share my pics with you if you all promise not to laugh...

!

I do look forward to using this little jewel and if it leads to other Pentaxes, so be it!

Mike

**monochrome** · 11-19-2013, 07:10 AM

Welcome AnalogMan!! You're already having fun!

From experience - Best Advice>> do NOT allow anyone with whom you live in close proximity to "borrow" your Q or you'll need to find another. Really.

AnalogMan · 11-19-2013, 12:58 PM

Thanks for the tip monochrome! You needn't worry. The first time I let someone look at it, I immediately felt separation anxiety and found myself grabbing it back!

Mike

**TER-OR** · 11-19-2013, 01:30 PM

Welcome aboard! It's a surprisingly good little camera. I accidentally turned on the color selection back in the summer and got some really cool images totally by accident...

I did buy one of these little hoods. It fits both the 02 and the 01 lenses, and works well on the 01. I haven't tried it much on the 02, I don't know how it might affect the wide end.

Amazon.com: EzFoto 40.5mm Silver Tilted Metal Lens Hood Shade for Leica, Contax Zeiss, Voigtlander, Pentax Q prime, NIKKOR 1 Prime Lens: Electronics

AnalogMan · 11-19-2013, 05:11 PM

Thanks for the welcome TER-OR! I can see how you could accidentally do a lot of things with the Q. I am constantly amazed at all the different settings that are available with this little gem!

Mike

AnalogMan · 11-20-2013, 02:34 PM

I just posted some of my first "Q" shots...https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/136-pentax-q/172196-lets-share-shots-q-218.html#post2586230

Mike

11-18-2013, 04:02 PM - 1 Like	#1
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37	New Guy with a "Q"... Hi All! I just received a Pentax Q with the 02 Zoom and the 03 Fish Eye lenses, 3 batteries (1 Pentax, 2 Wasabi), 2 chargers (1 Pentax, 1 Wasabi), an Optio case which camera, batteries and lenses all fit in, and all cables and a Pentax strap. This is my Q. There are many like it but this one is mine... Here it is next to my trusty A300. The Sony isn't a big camera by any means but the Q makes it look huge... So far, I'm blown away with what this little camera is capable of! I am a long time Minolta guy and have recently paired down my film "shooters" to a Maxxum 9xi and a Maxxum 9000 and my DSLRs are a Sony A200 and A300, so all my Minolta/Sony lenses are A mounts. I haven't seen any example shots using Minolta A mount lenses so I opted to purchase a Fotodiox Minolta A mount adaptor for the Q. Not being sure of how the A mounts are going to preform on the Q, I decided to stay away from the more expensive adaptors like the Novoflex. I am waiting for the adaptor to be delivered so I'm hoping that I will be able to share some "Q" shots with you soon! Mike (P.S. - If this is typical of what Pentax cameras are like, I just might have to get Pentax DSLR!)

11-19-2013, 06:50 AM	#10
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Thanks for the welcome barondla! Yes, I made sure that my Q is up to date with it's "shots" I downloaded the latest firmware right after I got it. I promise to share my pics with you if you all promise not to laugh...! I do look forward to using this little jewel and if it leads to other Pentaxes, so be it! Mike

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11-18-2013, 04:18 PM	#2
jimr-pdx Pentaxian Join Date: May 2010 Location: now 1 hour north of PDX Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,897	The nice thing about the Q is that its menu system is practically identical to the K-5 - so if you mean that p.s. you can make the transition with little effort! I came across from the A200 myself, some days I really miss the old metal-jacket 35-105 and 100-200mm

11-18-2013, 04:48 PM	#3
hnikesch Veteran Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 1,316	Welcome to the fun of the Q, check the adapted lens chart in the stickies above, and search the adapter threads so you know what to expect and enjoy your Q

11-18-2013, 05:38 PM	#4
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Originally posted by jimr-pdx The nice thing about the Q is that its menu system is practically identical to the K-5 - so if you mean that p.s. you can make the transition with little effort! I came across from the A200 myself, some days I really miss the old metal-jacket 35-105 and 100-200mm Thanks for the tip on the K-5! The more that I use the menu on the Q, the easier it gets to move around it. I don't have the 35-105 but I do have the 100-200mm. I'm looking forward to putting that on the Q! Originally posted by hnikesch Welcome to the fun of the Q, check the adapted lens chart in the stickies above, and search the adapter threads so you know what to expect and enjoy your Q Thank you sir! I checked the adapted chart and didn't see any Minolta A mounts listed. I'll comb through the rest of the thread and see if I can see something! Mike

11-18-2013, 05:41 PM	#5
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by AnalogMan This is my Q. There are many like it but this one is mine... Excellent! yes I don't think we have indexed any A mounts, feel free to add some to the list. Enjoy your Q.

11-18-2013, 06:05 PM	#6
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Originally posted by crewl1 Excellent! yes I don't think we have indexed any A mounts, feel free to add some to the list. Enjoy your Q. Thanks Larry! Hopefully I can get some useful information to the adapted list for the A mount! Mike

11-18-2013, 06:11 PM	#7
Hinomaru Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Silicon Valley California Photos: Gallery Posts: 122	Originally posted by AnalogMan Hi All! I just received a Pentax Q with the 02 Zoom and the 03 Fish Eye lenses, 3 batteries (1 Pentax, 2 Wasabi), 2 chargers (1 Pentax, 1 Wasabi), an Optio case which camera, batteries and lenses all fit in, and all cables and a Pentax strap. This is my Q. There are many like it but this one is mine... Here it is next to my trusty A300. The Sony isn't a big camera by any means but the Q makes it look huge... So far, I'm blown away with what this little camera is capable of! I am a long time Minolta guy and have recently paired down my film "shooters" to a Maxxum 9xi and a Maxxum 9000 and my DSLRs are a Sony A200 and A300, so all my Minolta/Sony lenses are A mounts. I haven't seen any example shots using Minolta A mount lenses so I opted to purchase a Fotodiox Minolta A mount adaptor for the Q. Not being sure of how the A mounts are going to preform on the Q, I decided to stay away from the more expensive adaptors like the Novoflex. I am waiting for the adaptor to be delivered so I'm hoping that I will be able to share some "Q" shots with you soon! Mike (P.S. - If this is typical of what Pentax cameras are like, I just might have to get Pentax DSLR!) Welcome on board Mike! You're gonna have a ball with your combo especially the 03 Fish Eye which I've also acquired recently - it is so much fun! Q w/03 is more fun than a Nintendo. Oops, my age is showing! Rick

11-18-2013, 06:20 PM	#8
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Originally posted by Hinomaru ...Q w/03 is more fun than a Nintendo. Oops, my age is showing! Rick Thanks for the welcome Rick! (My age is showing too!) Mike

11-19-2013, 01:06 AM	#9
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	Congratulations on the Q kit and welcome to the forums. The Q is so much fun. So many things to experiment with. The Q will cause an explosion in creativity. Since the Q came with multiple batteries you are set. Do check that Q has all its shots....er firmware updates. We want healthy Q. Don't be surprised if the Q leads to other Pentax cameras. It is ok to have fun taking pictures. Pentax understands this. Post some Q pics when you get the chance. thanks barondla

11-19-2013, 07:10 AM	#11
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Welcome AnalogMan!! You're already having fun! From experience - Best Advice>> do NOT allow anyone with whom you live in close proximity to "borrow" your Q or you'll need to find another. Really.

11-19-2013, 12:58 PM	#12
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Thanks for the tip monochrome! You needn't worry. The first time I let someone look at it, I immediately felt separation anxiety and found myself grabbing it back! Mike

11-19-2013, 01:30 PM	#13
TER-OR Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Dundee, IL Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,699	Welcome aboard! It's a surprisingly good little camera. I accidentally turned on the color selection back in the summer and got some really cool images totally by accident... I did buy one of these little hoods. It fits both the 02 and the 01 lenses, and works well on the 01. I haven't tried it much on the 02, I don't know how it might affect the wide end. Amazon.com: EzFoto 40.5mm Silver Tilted Metal Lens Hood Shade for Leica, Contax Zeiss, Voigtlander, Pentax Q prime, NIKKOR 1 Prime Lens: Electronics

11-19-2013, 05:11 PM	#14
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	Thanks for the welcome TER-OR! I can see how you could accidentally do a lot of things with the Q. I am constantly amazed at all the different settings that are available with this little gem! Mike

11-20-2013, 02:34 PM	#15
AnalogMan Junior Member Join Date: May 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 37 Original Poster	I just posted some of my first "Q" shots...https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/136-pentax-q/172196-lets-share-shots-q-218.html#post2586230 Mike

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