K-01 Leaked Photos

parsons · 02-01-2012, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by bossa

"Some Ocker"? Beer without an 'r'? I resent your negativity mate. I'm an Australian and Strine isn't my lingo - I'm no Ocker. If any people on this planet have a major speech defect it's Kiwi's.

not trying to gang up or anything but "Kiwi's" shouldn't have an apostrophe

lets all just get along

LFLee · 02-01-2012, 03:59 PM

First... nice that Pentax come out with a APS-C size mirrorless camera. At least we see what is possible with Ricoh-Pentax.

2nd, this camera is ugly. I can't believe it. It's like half GXR, half retro Pentax, a strange hybrid. Damn Mark.

I rather they make it a GXR k-mount module if it is not WR; or just go all the way for a retro look. This look is like an old nanny wearing a miniskirt trying to look young. >__<

twitch · 02-01-2012, 04:03 PM

No way is the K-01 ugly, now the Ricoh GXR is ugly, really ugly. This K-01 looks fantastic to me.... I guess I must be in the target demographic

bossa · 02-01-2012, 04:12 PM

Originally posted by parsons

not trying to gang up or anything but "Kiwi's" shouldn't have an apostrophe

lets all just get along

cheers.. you're right.. I guess they don't take ownership of that issue then.

**EricBrown** · 02-01-2012, 04:13 PM

I think it looks pretty cool, looks way better then others in its class. I can understand it is not for everyone. Change is good

Transit · 02-01-2012, 04:17 PM

Originally posted by bossa

"Some Ocker"? Beer without an 'r'? I resent your negativity mate. I'm an Australian and Strine isn't my lingo - I'm no Ocker. If any people on this planet have a major speech defect it's Kiwi's.

Apologies, no offence intended. Lame attempt at humour.
Ocker just means Aussie over here and it all sounds like strine to us.
Pete

bossa · 02-01-2012, 04:21 PM

Originally posted by Transit

Apologies, no offence intended. Lame attempt at humour.
Ocker just means Aussie over here and it all sounds like strine to us.
Pete

Thanks.

"Some Ocker" sounded dismissive and I got kinda roused because we aren't all like that.

PS: Ocker is in fact a negative term describing a jingoistic and unsophisticated Australian who speaks Strine. A Yobbo, a Bogan.. an idiot etc

bogiesbad · 02-01-2012, 04:25 PM

I am afraid to buy one...if I lose it I will have to get a hold of Marc to get it back.

LFLee · 02-01-2012, 04:29 PM

Spending more time looking at it... it is actually the tube-like thing that protrude out to accommodate the dial destroying the look. Its like a factory exhaust pipe, or like an old man smoking a pipe....and really no need to be there.
I hope it sell.... so we have a chance at a FF camera.

and.... the new DA 40 lens is ugly too compare to the 40mm ltd.

I was really hoping the design by that guy will beat every mirrorless camera in the market.

bossa · 02-01-2012, 04:33 PM

Getting back to the pictures: Are these real pictures or 3D mockups?

It looks to be a K-r replacement in some respects, due to limited features, so I would hope there's another big surprise announcement soon as well as this. Or perhaps this is an elaborate hoax.

There's no DOF preview on the On/OFF latch either.. maybe there's a function button for that.

bossa · 02-01-2012, 04:37 PM

The more I look at these shots the more I think it's a fake. They look like 3D renderings. I guess we'll find out soon enough.

selar · 02-01-2012, 04:54 PM - **1 Like**

My first reaction (and those that I showed the pictures to) was: "OMG, Ricoh has painted Pentax with its ugly brush!"

bentax · 02-01-2012, 05:14 PM

The on /off switch looks to be anoying in its squareness under your shutter finger

calculator01 · 02-01-2012, 05:19 PM

I'd also say it looks to be more of a replacement to my beloved K-R.

I say that with a disappointed tone. Looks GREAT for a mirrorless, but TERRIBLE for an SLR.

pcarfan · 02-01-2012, 05:27 PM

Ricoh had no time to do anything other than just give a nod to this. To me the design looks like an SUV?truck engine/motor, I almost want to pour oil down the mode dial.

It is definitely not ugly, a masculine design. Definitely not as bad as Ricoh GXR or the Samsung NX 100 or NX 10 (NX 200 is lovely) or even the V1.

Different than the NEX and 4/3rds and I think that's a good thing, but these are all decent looking cameras.

Overall the looks is neutral to me...not like a Fuji X100 where you want to get the camera almost just for looks (lol). I like the button. mode dial layouts. But due to the size and the placement the user experience should be much more pleasant than other mirrorless.

I will enjoy holding and using it. But, as I already have the K-5 and a K-7 I am not planning to get one.

Why are they still not showing the back where there could be a VF?

I hope pentax tweaked the CDAF over the K-5 (otherwise it will be a tough sell) and they price competitively against the NEX-5 or NEX-7 depending on whether it has an EVF or not. I am so glad Pentax chose to keep the K-mount for it's mirrorless venture.

Overall it has the potential to be an excellent product!

P.S: If they are still hiding an EVF and Pentax had tweaked CDAF to be par with competition and priced under US$1k, then this would be a HUGE hit. Then I might get one eventually.

02-01-2012, 05:27 PM	#120
pcarfan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dayton, Ohio Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,978	Ricoh had no time to do anything other than just give a nod to this. To me the design looks like an SUV?truck engine/motor, I almost want to pour oil down the mode dial. It is definitely not ugly, a masculine design. Definitely not as bad as Ricoh GXR or the Samsung NX 100 or NX 10 (NX 200 is lovely) or even the V1. Different than the NEX and 4/3rds and I think that's a good thing, but these are all decent looking cameras. Overall the looks is neutral to me...not like a Fuji X100 where you want to get the camera almost just for looks (lol). I like the button. mode dial layouts. But due to the size and the placement the user experience should be much more pleasant than other mirrorless. I will enjoy holding and using it. But, as I already have the K-5 and a K-7 I am not planning to get one. Why are they still not showing the back where there could be a VF? I hope pentax tweaked the CDAF over the K-5 (otherwise it will be a tough sell) and they price competitively against the NEX-5 or NEX-7 depending on whether it has an EVF or not. I am so glad Pentax chose to keep the K-mount for it's mirrorless venture. Overall it has the potential to be an excellent product! P.S: If they are still hiding an EVF and Pentax had tweaked CDAF to be par with competition and priced under US$1k, then this would be a HUGE hit. Then I might get one eventually. Last edited by pcarfan; 02-01-2012 at 05:36 PM.

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02-01-2012, 03:47 PM	#106
parsons Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: ENGLAND Posts: 389	Originally posted by bossa "Some Ocker"? Beer without an 'r'? I resent your negativity mate. I'm an Australian and Strine isn't my lingo - I'm no Ocker. If any people on this planet have a major speech defect it's Kiwi's. not trying to gang up or anything but "Kiwi's" shouldn't have an apostrophe lets all just get along

02-01-2012, 03:59 PM	#107
LFLee Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southern California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,292	First... nice that Pentax come out with a APS-C size mirrorless camera. At least we see what is possible with Ricoh-Pentax. 2nd, this camera is ugly. I can't believe it. It's like half GXR, half retro Pentax, a strange hybrid. Damn Mark. I rather they make it a GXR k-mount module if it is not WR; or just go all the way for a retro look. This look is like an old nanny wearing a miniskirt trying to look young. >__<

02-01-2012, 04:03 PM	#108
twitch Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,571	No way is the K-01 ugly, now the Ricoh GXR is ugly, really ugly. This K-01 looks fantastic to me.... I guess I must be in the target demographic

02-01-2012, 04:12 PM	#109
bossa Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Adelaide Posts: 4,546	Originally posted by parsons not trying to gang up or anything but "Kiwi's" shouldn't have an apostrophe lets all just get along cheers.. you're right.. I guess they don't take ownership of that issue then.

02-01-2012, 04:13 PM	#110
EricBrown Site Supporter Join Date: May 2011 Location: Arlington, VA USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,060	I think it looks pretty cool, looks way better then others in its class. I can understand it is not for everyone. Change is good

02-01-2012, 04:17 PM	#111
Transit Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Whanganui NZ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,624	Originally posted by bossa "Some Ocker"? Beer without an 'r'? I resent your negativity mate. I'm an Australian and Strine isn't my lingo - I'm no Ocker. If any people on this planet have a major speech defect it's Kiwi's. Apologies, no offence intended. Lame attempt at humour. Ocker just means Aussie over here and it all sounds like strine to us. Pete

02-01-2012, 04:21 PM	#112
bossa Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Adelaide Posts: 4,546	Originally posted by Transit Apologies, no offence intended. Lame attempt at humour. Ocker just means Aussie over here and it all sounds like strine to us. Pete Thanks. "Some Ocker" sounded dismissive and I got kinda roused because we aren't all like that. PS: Ocker is in fact a negative term describing a jingoistic and unsophisticated Australian who speaks Strine. A Yobbo, a Bogan.. an idiot etc

02-01-2012, 04:25 PM	#113
bogiesbad Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Lower AL Photos: Albums Posts: 355	I am afraid to buy one...if I lose it I will have to get a hold of Marc to get it back.

02-01-2012, 04:29 PM	#114
LFLee Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Southern California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,292	Spending more time looking at it... it is actually the tube-like thing that protrude out to accommodate the dial destroying the look. Its like a factory exhaust pipe, or like an old man smoking a pipe....and really no need to be there. I hope it sell.... so we have a chance at a FF camera. and.... the new DA 40 lens is ugly too compare to the 40mm ltd. I was really hoping the design by that guy will beat every mirrorless camera in the market.

02-01-2012, 04:33 PM	#115
bossa Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Adelaide Posts: 4,546	Getting back to the pictures: Are these real pictures or 3D mockups? It looks to be a K-r replacement in some respects, due to limited features, so I would hope there's another big surprise announcement soon as well as this. Or perhaps this is an elaborate hoax. There's no DOF preview on the On/OFF latch either.. maybe there's a function button for that.

02-01-2012, 04:37 PM	#116
bossa Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Adelaide Posts: 4,546	The more I look at these shots the more I think it's a fake. They look like 3D renderings. I guess we'll find out soon enough.

02-01-2012, 04:54 PM - 1 Like	#117
selar Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,042	My first reaction (and those that I showed the pictures to) was: "OMG, Ricoh has painted Pentax with its ugly brush!"

02-01-2012, 05:14 PM	#118
bentax Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: West Australia Posts: 190	The on /off switch looks to be anoying in its squareness under your shutter finger

02-01-2012, 05:19 PM	#119
calculator01 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Photos: Albums Posts: 817	I'd also say it looks to be more of a replacement to my beloved K-R. I say that with a disappointed tone. Looks GREAT for a mirrorless, but TERRIBLE for an SLR.