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pathdoc · 03-09-2016, 04:49 AM

Originally posted by rod_grant

As for nonPentaxians; forget it. They are not going to even know that Pentax still make cameras.

I met a non-Pentaxian who didn't know they made digital, but was impressed by the film legacy. When I told her about the back-compatibility, she stated how unimpressed she was with her own brand on that score. Yes, she's a Canon shooter. FTR she was impressed by the 35 Limited Macro on the K-5.

bossa · 03-09-2016, 05:14 AM

Originally posted by mskcrk

CRK is not being sold. We are introducing a new computer system PRONTO which is causing some temporary delays in deliveries.
CRK has been family owned since 1934 and we intend to keep it that way.
Thank you for your interest and for your support of Pentax.
Malcolm Kennedy

And there I was thinking that I was the only one who could end a thread in a heartbeat.

..Oops!

mskcrk · 03-10-2016, 09:36 PM

We are really hopeful that with the launch of the great new full frame Pentax K-1 that the distribution of Pentax will dramatically improve.

We do have the full range of cameras available for demonstration in all of our offices.

All of the dealers mentioned in your post have accounts with us and buy other merchandise regularly , for Pentax we will do our best to improve distribution.

There is a reasonable range at TEDS.

We appropriate very much this feedback.

Kind regards

Malcolm Kennedy

pathdoc · 03-11-2016, 05:07 AM

Originally posted by mskcrk

We do have the full range of cameras available for demonstration in all of our offices.

Something to bear in mind next time I am in Australia. Do I just call in, or do I have to make an appointment? And can I bring my own lenses and SD cards with me?

mskcrk · 03-12-2016, 04:55 PM

We do usually have staff available but probably better to make an appointment by e-mail.
clem@crkennedy.com.au
Yes of course welcome to bring your lenses and SD cards with you.

raider · 03-14-2016, 04:47 PM

I have had quick delivery from CRK in the past and things I ordered are all shipped and received about 1-2 days later.....and I guess I am taking things for granted.

I ordered a Q battery from CRK on 10th March and it is my fault that I ordered the battery this late considering that I need it for an overseas trip on the 20th March....but it appears that they have factory warehouse to sort out and there is a delay. the stock is there. just the order status remain "ready for picking" till today. Wife rang CRK today on my behalf and was told that shipment may get delayed.

And I might not get the battery in time for my trip.

mskcrk · 03-14-2016, 10:56 PM

Originally posted by raider

I have had quick delivery from CRK in the past and things I ordered are all shipped and received about 1-2 days later.....and I guess I am taking things for granted.

I ordered a Q battery from CRK on 10th March and it is my fault that I ordered the battery this late considering that I need it for an overseas trip on the 20th March....but it appears that they have factory warehouse to sort out and there is a delay. the stock is there. just the order status remain "ready for picking" till today. Wife rang CRK today on my behalf and was told that shipment may get delayed.

And I might not get the battery in time for my trip.

By Thursday 17/03 our Store will have caught up. I am pretty confident you will receive your battery on time. Normally we pride ourselves on having the best logistics in the industry , but with the change over to a new computer system we have had some delays.

disco_owner · 03-15-2016, 02:30 AM

Hi Malcolm , and thanks for chiming in here. I met you at K3 launch in Sydney when it was 1st released. It would be so great if we could have a K1 Launch to celebrate pentax 1st FF DSLR at same location so Pentaxians can attend and try out the camera and new DFA lenses. I would even be willing to pay a door entry for a chance to win a K1.

**rod_grant** · 03-15-2016, 03:17 AM

Originally posted by disco_owner

I would even be willing to pay a door entry for a chance to win a K1

You might only get 2nd prize:

Originally posted by disco_owner

WishList:Sigma 500 4.5

p38arover · 03-15-2016, 03:29 AM

Originally posted by disco_owner

Hi Malcolm , and thanks for chiming in here. I met you at K3 launch in Sydney when it was 1st released. It would be so great if we could have a K1 Launch to celebrate pentax 1st FF DSLR at same location so Pentaxians can attend and try out the camera and new DFA lenses. I would even be willing to pay a door entry for a chance to win a K1.

I, too, attended the Sydney K-3 launch and also hope that there will be a K-1 launch.

**vrphoto** · 03-15-2016, 08:21 PM - **1 Like**

A plea for all the Melbournian Pentaxians who would love to attend a K1 launch - in Melbourne

noelpolar · 03-15-2016, 09:37 PM

Melbourne and Sydney are so yesterday......to ensure a more intimate and memorable affair..... I suggest Goolwa as the most appropiate venue.

The launch could be at the Murray Mouth aboard the Spirit of the Coorong.....DFA 150-450 territory.

disco_owner · 03-15-2016, 10:44 PM

Originally posted by rod_grant

You might only get 2nd prize:

Yes , I think that's wishful thinking of me on both counts Rod. Someone did win a K3 at the launch , Hence my comment. Sigma 500 F4.5 is beyond my reach. Ill just continue to dream..

**rod_grant** · 03-15-2016, 10:52 PM

Originally posted by disco_owner

continue to dream

My dream is that I actually get better at making images to justify the gear that I already have.

disco_owner · 03-15-2016, 11:03 PM

Originally posted by rod_grant

My dream is that I actually get better at making images to justify the gear that I already have.

Good for you Rod , Would love to see you get up close and personal with birds without them flying off.

I dont have any long lenses. my longest lens was Sigma70-200 which i sold to a respective buyer in Hong Kong.

03-09-2016, 05:14 AM	#17
bossa Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Adelaide Posts: 4,546	Originally posted by mskcrk CRK is not being sold. We are introducing a new computer system PRONTO which is causing some temporary delays in deliveries. CRK has been family owned since 1934 and we intend to keep it that way. Thank you for your interest and for your support of Pentax. Malcolm Kennedy And there I was thinking that I was the only one who could end a thread in a heartbeat. ..Oops! Last edited by bossa; 03-09-2016 at 05:25 AM.

03-15-2016, 09:37 PM	#27
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Melbourne and Sydney are so yesterday......to ensure a more intimate and memorable affair..... I suggest Goolwa as the most appropiate venue. The launch could be at the Murray Mouth aboard the Spirit of the Coorong.....DFA 150-450 territory. Last edited by noelpolar; 03-15-2016 at 09:42 PM.

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03-09-2016, 04:49 AM	#16
pathdoc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,381	Originally posted by rod_grant As for nonPentaxians; forget it. They are not going to even know that Pentax still make cameras. I met a non-Pentaxian who didn't know they made digital, but was impressed by the film legacy. When I told her about the back-compatibility, she stated how unimpressed she was with her own brand on that score. Yes, she's a Canon shooter. FTR she was impressed by the 35 Limited Macro on the K-5.

03-10-2016, 09:36 PM	#18
mskcrk New Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 4	We are really hopeful that with the launch of the great new full frame Pentax K-1 that the distribution of Pentax will dramatically improve. We do have the full range of cameras available for demonstration in all of our offices. All of the dealers mentioned in your post have accounts with us and buy other merchandise regularly , for Pentax we will do our best to improve distribution. There is a reasonable range at TEDS. We appropriate very much this feedback. Kind regards Malcolm Kennedy

03-11-2016, 05:07 AM	#19
pathdoc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,381	Originally posted by mskcrk We do have the full range of cameras available for demonstration in all of our offices. Something to bear in mind next time I am in Australia. Do I just call in, or do I have to make an appointment? And can I bring my own lenses and SD cards with me?

03-12-2016, 04:55 PM	#20
mskcrk New Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 4	We do usually have staff available but probably better to make an appointment by e-mail. clem@crkennedy.com.au Yes of course welcome to bring your lenses and SD cards with you.

03-14-2016, 04:47 PM	#21
raider Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,989	I have had quick delivery from CRK in the past and things I ordered are all shipped and received about 1-2 days later.....and I guess I am taking things for granted. I ordered a Q battery from CRK on 10th March and it is my fault that I ordered the battery this late considering that I need it for an overseas trip on the 20th March....but it appears that they have factory warehouse to sort out and there is a delay. the stock is there. just the order status remain "ready for picking" till today. Wife rang CRK today on my behalf and was told that shipment may get delayed. And I might not get the battery in time for my trip.

03-14-2016, 10:56 PM	#22
mskcrk New Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 4	Originally posted by raider I have had quick delivery from CRK in the past and things I ordered are all shipped and received about 1-2 days later.....and I guess I am taking things for granted. I ordered a Q battery from CRK on 10th March and it is my fault that I ordered the battery this late considering that I need it for an overseas trip on the 20th March....but it appears that they have factory warehouse to sort out and there is a delay. the stock is there. just the order status remain "ready for picking" till today. Wife rang CRK today on my behalf and was told that shipment may get delayed. And I might not get the battery in time for my trip. By Thursday 17/03 our Store will have caught up. I am pretty confident you will receive your battery on time. Normally we pride ourselves on having the best logistics in the industry , but with the change over to a new computer system we have had some delays.

03-15-2016, 02:30 AM	#23
disco_owner Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sydney Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,629	Hi Malcolm , and thanks for chiming in here. I met you at K3 launch in Sydney when it was 1st released. It would be so great if we could have a K1 Launch to celebrate pentax 1st FF DSLR at same location so Pentaxians can attend and try out the camera and new DFA lenses. I would even be willing to pay a door entry for a chance to win a K1.

03-15-2016, 03:17 AM	#24
rod_grant Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wangaratta, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,951	Originally posted by disco_owner I would even be willing to pay a door entry for a chance to win a K1 You might only get 2nd prize: Originally posted by disco_owner WishList:Sigma 500 4.5

03-15-2016, 03:29 AM	#25
p38arover Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Western Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,084	Originally posted by disco_owner Hi Malcolm , and thanks for chiming in here. I met you at K3 launch in Sydney when it was 1st released. It would be so great if we could have a K1 Launch to celebrate pentax 1st FF DSLR at same location so Pentaxians can attend and try out the camera and new DFA lenses. I would even be willing to pay a door entry for a chance to win a K1. I, too, attended the Sydney K-3 launch and also hope that there will be a K-1 launch.

03-15-2016, 08:21 PM - 1 Like	#26
vrphoto Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Melbourne Posts: 151	A plea for all the Melbournian Pentaxians who would love to attend a K1 launch - in Melbourne

03-15-2016, 10:44 PM	#28
disco_owner Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sydney Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,629	Originally posted by rod_grant You might only get 2nd prize: Yes , I think that's wishful thinking of me on both counts Rod. Someone did win a K3 at the launch , Hence my comment. Sigma 500 F4.5 is beyond my reach. Ill just continue to dream..

03-15-2016, 10:52 PM	#29
rod_grant Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wangaratta, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,951	Originally posted by disco_owner continue to dream My dream is that I actually get better at making images to justify the gear that I already have.

03-15-2016, 11:03 PM	#30
disco_owner Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sydney Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,629	Originally posted by rod_grant My dream is that I actually get better at making images to justify the gear that I already have. Good for you Rod , Would love to see you get up close and personal with birds without them flying off. I dont have any long lenses. my longest lens was Sigma70-200 which i sold to a respective buyer in Hong Kong.

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