Why Matt Bishop still shoots with Pentax.

superpowerpinger · 10-23-2020, 09:41 AM - **9 Likes**

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Kunzite · 10-23-2020, 10:04 AM

That was brilliant, and some of his statements, oh boy...

KiloHotelphoto · 10-23-2020, 11:23 AM

The K1 is a great landscape camera and can produce some amazing images.

All the reasons he mentions for shooting Pentax are kind of true about every brand though. I think Astro tracer is the only thing other brands don’t have.

Wonder if he’s ever used the 645Z? I’ll have to check out some of his other videos.

BigMackCam · 10-23-2020, 12:38 PM

Originally posted by KiloHotelphoto

All the reasons he mentions for shooting Pentax are kind of true about every brand though. I think Astro tracer is the only thing other brands don’t have.

I think his point is that with the K-1 and K-1II, any thoughts he had of moving to another brand were completely extinguished and - even four years on - he has no reason to need or want for more. The combination of features and performance from the cameras and lenses satisfy his requirements to an extent that he clearly feels pretty passionate about them... which is nice coming from a demanding and accomplished photographer

pschlute · 10-23-2020, 12:42 PM - **1 Like**

He has nailed it in one

The K1/K1II is the best landscape camera out there.

**ivanvernon** · 10-23-2020, 01:17 PM

Originally posted by pschlute

He has nailed it in one

The K1/K1II is the best landscape camera out there.

Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something.

---------- Post added 10-23-20 at 04:17 PM ----------

Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something.

BigMackCam · 10-23-2020, 01:21 PM

Originally posted by ivanvernon

Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something.

---------- Post added 10-23-20 at 04:17 PM ----------

Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something.

It's the D FA15-30, isn't it? He refers to it being super-wide and part of the trio...

Kunzite · 10-23-2020, 01:30 PM

Yes, it's the 15-30, ironic how his best Pentax lens is a Tamron

**ivanvernon** · 10-23-2020, 01:33 PM

Originally posted by BigMackCam

It's the D FA15-30, isn't it? He refers to it being super-wide and part of the trio...

Thanks. A committed landscape photographer would have picked up on this, I am sure.

**BarryE** · 10-23-2020, 01:54 PM

He obviously doesn't mind weighty gear. I was out in the woods this week using my lightweight, but heavy to me, 70-210 f4 - my normal way of working. The idea of lugging my heavy 15-30 around in the woods is a non-starter. Or is it? Why not give it ago and prove myself wrong.

I don't think I learnt much from this video - I was already very happy with the K-1, but, I think I'll try the 15-30 in the woods and hopefully I'll be proven wrong, again. The 70-200/210 mm in woodland is much easier to compose with - I find using wide angle lenses hard. Easy, however, is lazy. Easy is also a protection against failing to return with something. Not a sound approach for improvement.

I suppose listening to these types of videos, typically on 1.5 speed, sometimes sparks ideas, which is probably why I do it.

So thanks, OP, for posting the link.

**stevebrot** · 10-23-2020, 02:55 PM

I am in the minority, but was not impressed by the video. The answer to the question, "why does Matt Bishop still shoot Pentax" is partially because he is a sponsored professional, hence his exposure to pre-release product (e.g. D FA 70-210/4) and interest in promoting the brand.

Steve

**ramseybuckeye** · 10-23-2020, 03:16 PM

Very smart guy, and excellent photographer.

Kunzite · 10-23-2020, 03:24 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by stevebrot

I am in the minority, but was not impressed by the video. The answer to the question, "why does Matt Bishop still shoot Pentax" is partially because he is a sponsored professional, hence his exposure to pre-release product (e.g. D FA 70-210/4) and interest in promoting the brand.

As does any brand ambassador. Why would a Pentax one necessarily emphasis his ties to the brand, in an effort to attack his own credibility?
The fact is - as we're talking about a professional photographer which must get results - that Pentax gear meets his needs.

KiloHotelphoto · 10-23-2020, 03:27 PM

Originally posted by stevebrot

I am in the minority, but was not impressed by the video. The answer to the question, "why does Matt Bishop still shoot Pentax" is partially because he is a sponsored professional, hence his exposure to pre-release product (e.g. D FA 70-210/4) and interest in promoting the brand.

Steve

I had no idea Pentax had brand ambassadors.

**SSGGeezer** · 10-23-2020, 03:37 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Kunzite

Yes, it's the 15-30, ironic how his best Pentax lens is a Tamron

With Pentax Coatings, just like the amazing DFA 24-70.

I love the 24-70 that much I wouldn't care who helped design it.

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10-23-2020, 10:04 AM	#2
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,085	That was brilliant, and some of his statements, oh boy...

10-23-2020, 11:23 AM	#3
KiloHotelphoto Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Glen Mills, PA Photos: Albums Posts: 967	The K1 is a great landscape camera and can produce some amazing images. All the reasons he mentions for shooting Pentax are kind of true about every brand though. I think Astro tracer is the only thing other brands don’t have. Wonder if he’s ever used the 645Z? I’ll have to check out some of his other videos.

10-23-2020, 12:38 PM	#4
BigMackCam - Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 18,745	Originally posted by KiloHotelphoto All the reasons he mentions for shooting Pentax are kind of true about every brand though. I think Astro tracer is the only thing other brands don’t have. I think his point is that with the K-1 and K-1II, any thoughts he had of moving to another brand were completely extinguished and - even four years on - he has no reason to need or want for more. The combination of features and performance from the cameras and lenses satisfy his requirements to an extent that he clearly feels pretty passionate about them... which is nice coming from a demanding and accomplished photographer

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pschlute Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Surrey, UK Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,328	He has nailed it in one The K1/K1II is the best landscape camera out there.

10-23-2020, 01:17 PM	#6
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,012	Originally posted by pschlute He has nailed it in one The K1/K1II is the best landscape camera out there. Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something. ---------- Post added 10-23-20 at 04:17 PM ---------- Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something.

10-23-2020, 01:21 PM	#7
BigMackCam - Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 18,745	Originally posted by ivanvernon Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something. ---------- Post added 10-23-20 at 04:17 PM ---------- Wondering what that first lens was? It appears to be a prime, but he did not verbally identify it, and I cannot read the lettering. Wondering if I missed something. It's the D FA15-30, isn't it? He refers to it being super-wide and part of the trio...

10-23-2020, 01:30 PM	#8
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,085	Yes, it's the 15-30, ironic how his best Pentax lens is a Tamron

10-23-2020, 01:33 PM	#9
ivanvernon Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Medina, OH Photos: Albums Posts: 7,012	Originally posted by BigMackCam It's the D FA15-30, isn't it? He refers to it being super-wide and part of the trio... Thanks. A committed landscape photographer would have picked up on this, I am sure.

10-23-2020, 01:54 PM	#10
BarryE Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 1,537	He obviously doesn't mind weighty gear. I was out in the woods this week using my lightweight, but heavy to me, 70-210 f4 - my normal way of working. The idea of lugging my heavy 15-30 around in the woods is a non-starter. Or is it? Why not give it ago and prove myself wrong. I don't think I learnt much from this video - I was already very happy with the K-1, but, I think I'll try the 15-30 in the woods and hopefully I'll be proven wrong, again. The 70-200/210 mm in woodland is much easier to compose with - I find using wide angle lenses hard. Easy, however, is lazy. Easy is also a protection against failing to return with something. Not a sound approach for improvement. I suppose listening to these types of videos, typically on 1.5 speed, sometimes sparks ideas, which is probably why I do it. So thanks, OP, for posting the link.

10-23-2020, 02:55 PM	#11
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	I am in the minority, but was not impressed by the video. The answer to the question, "why does Matt Bishop still shoot Pentax" is partially because he is a sponsored professional, hence his exposure to pre-release product (e.g. D FA 70-210/4) and interest in promoting the brand. Steve

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10-23-2020, 03:16 PM	#12
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 15,905	Very smart guy, and excellent photographer.

10-23-2020, 03:24 PM - 1 Like	#13
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,085	Originally posted by stevebrot I am in the minority, but was not impressed by the video. The answer to the question, "why does Matt Bishop still shoot Pentax" is partially because he is a sponsored professional, hence his exposure to pre-release product (e.g. D FA 70-210/4) and interest in promoting the brand. As does any brand ambassador. Why would a Pentax one necessarily emphasis his ties to the brand, in an effort to attack his own credibility? The fact is - as we're talking about a professional photographer which must get results - that Pentax gear meets his needs.

10-23-2020, 03:27 PM	#14
KiloHotelphoto Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Glen Mills, PA Photos: Albums Posts: 967	Originally posted by stevebrot I am in the minority, but was not impressed by the video. The answer to the question, "why does Matt Bishop still shoot Pentax" is partially because he is a sponsored professional, hence his exposure to pre-release product (e.g. D FA 70-210/4) and interest in promoting the brand. Steve I had no idea Pentax had brand ambassadors.

10-23-2020, 03:37 PM - 1 Like	#15
SSGGeezer Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Indiana, U.S. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,847	Originally posted by Kunzite Yes, it's the 15-30, ironic how his best Pentax lens is a Tamron With Pentax Coatings, just like the amazing DFA 24-70. I love the 24-70 that much I wouldn't care who helped design it.