Does my old glass justify purchasing the K-01?

AntonV · 03-20-2012, 12:28 PM

gonna stop by adorama & b&h tomorrow with my old glass and an sd card. think they'll bust my chops if I want to test my lenses on their floor model?

JinDesu · 03-20-2012, 12:31 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by AntonV

gonna stop by adorama & b&h tomorrow with my old glass and an sd card. think they'll bust my chops if I want to test my lenses on their floor model?

I would ask on the B&H forum here or contact them beforehand. Sometimes they have nice people at the counter, sometimes not so nice.

However, testing the Focus Peaking with the DA 40mm XS is pretty fun by itself.

Medium FormatPro · 03-20-2012, 04:45 PM

Originally posted by AntonV

gonna stop by adorama & b&h tomorrow with my old glass and an sd card. think they'll bust my chops if I want to test my lenses on their floor model?

I've been doing business with B&H for many years now and would give the company an overall score of 9.6 out of 10. The only things I would change are rather minor ones; such as... A place for travelers (such as myself) to place their gadget bags on a very short term basis; so they don't seem like a security risk almost looking as though they might try to run out the door with a bag full of goodies.

But not just for this posting, but in general... Even for someone purchasing a two hundred dollar point & shoot; should be given the proper (as catered as practically possible) customer/client service as possible. IF they don't (any store in general) give that courtesy to you, then walk -take the business elsewhere.

WWWench · 03-20-2012, 08:11 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by monochrome

I think it is high time to start some kind of K-01 Manual Focus Image Post thread or Social Group or Album or some such

How-To-Hold-It demonstration articles and images
How-To settings articles (Green Button mapping of DOF preview metering, M Mode settings, etc.)
Images - Images - Images.

What say you. Although I'm not quite finished learning the camera, shall we few end this discussion the hard way?

++ 1 I vote for a 'sticky' on using legacy glass because K-01 is different from the K'# dSLR and the existing Adam post would be a fine start. I even find switching AF lens to MF is more accurate, faster and fun.

K-01 and FA31 using Focus Peaking - Ned's Photo Journal

Last edited by WWWench; 03-21-2012 at 10:39 AM. Reason: add

AntonV · 03-22-2012, 10:31 AM

just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh.

I'll definitely be buying this camera.

**monochrome** · 03-22-2012, 10:34 AM

Originally posted by AntonV

just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh.

I'll definitely be buying this camera.

I've done pretty well so far messing with my 200mm. It is all about TORSO steadiness since you don't use the forehead as a rest. I made the strap shorter and brace the cam against my neck (pull outward) and stand with my left foot pointing at the subject. I need practice but this has potential. Focus Peaking is awesome - bright white outlines = in focus..

JinDesu · 03-22-2012, 10:36 AM

Originally posted by AntonV

just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh.

I'll definitely be buying this camera.

Sexy. And I completely agree - I'm not that big and strong (well maybe), and I found the K-01 to handle perfectly fine in my hands and feel balanced. I am slightly miffed at the DP Review preview of the K-01 where they say it is barely balanced with the 40mm XS and would be terrible with any other lens. It felt really good in my hands.

To get Focus peaking, go into Menu - and it is probably the 4th or 5th tab to my memory. It's labeled Focus Peaking ,IIRC.

Frogfish · 03-22-2012, 10:44 AM

Originally posted by monochrome

I see the Q for $499 but not the K-01. And a K-5 body for $979. I've pre-ordered a K-01 instead of a K-5, but I'm getting cold feet and for $230 a VF would be nice.

That Vivitar 70-210 if its the Series 1 is an awfully nice manual zoom lens.

For that price difference it's an absolute no-brainer. The K5 is a simply stunning camera and Pentax will have to pull something special out of the hat for many people to upgrade their K5's. I bought a second one to replace my backup (K7) after just a few month's with the first.

EDIT. Oops I see you have already bought the K-01 ! Enjoy your new camera - I hope it proves to be awesome for you.

Frogfish · 03-22-2012, 10:47 AM

Originally posted by AntonV

just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh.

I'll definitely be buying this camera.

Now you just have to decide on the colour - 3 choices await you

**monochrome** · 03-22-2012, 11:23 AM

Originally posted by Frogfish

For that price difference it's an absolute no-brainer. The K5 is a simply stunning camera and Pentax will have to pull something special out of the hat for many people to upgrade their K5's. I bought a second one to replace my backup (K7) after just a few month's with the first.

EDIT. Oops I see you have already bought the K-01 ! Enjoy your new camera - I hope it proves to be awesome for you.

It is a perfect camera for me but I am a special case, trying to stretch my enjoyment of the hobby beyond the visual impairment level that would stop many people. Focus Peaking is wonderful.

Now if they put this feature (or better) in a K-5 body (or better) with the current sensor (or better) with a bright, 100% optical viewfinder close to my LX (or better) - well then I'll have a great dSLR and a great backup/walking around camera.

philbaum · 03-22-2012, 04:26 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

It is a perfect camera for me but I am a special case, trying to stretch my enjoyment of the hobby beyond the visual impairment level that would stop many people. Focus Peaking is wonderful.

Now if they put this feature (or better) in a K-5 body (or better) with the current sensor (or better) with a bright, 100% optical viewfinder close to my LX (or better) - well then I'll have a great dSLR and a great backup/walking around camera.

I have no doubt that the K5 replacement will be very impressive by including great features from the K01 and the K5 both. I probably won't buy it having the K5 and will wait for another year. But i'll enjoy Pentax making progress with the camera.

03-20-2012, 08:11 PM - 1 Like	#34
WWWench Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Palm Springs, CA Posts: 65	Originally posted by monochrome I think it is high time to start some kind of K-01 Manual Focus Image Post thread or Social Group or Album or some such How-To-Hold-It demonstration articles and images How-To settings articles (Green Button mapping of DOF preview metering, M Mode settings, etc.) Images - Images - Images. What say you. Although I'm not quite finished learning the camera, shall we few end this discussion the hard way? ++ 1 I vote for a 'sticky' on using legacy glass because K-01 is different from the K'# dSLR and the existing Adam post would be a fine start. I even find switching AF lens to MF is more accurate, faster and fun. K-01 and FA31 using Focus Peaking - Ned's Photo Journal Last edited by WWWench; 03-21-2012 at 10:39 AM. Reason: add

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03-20-2012, 12:28 PM	#31
AntonV New Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 19 Original Poster	gonna stop by adorama & b&h tomorrow with my old glass and an sd card. think they'll bust my chops if I want to test my lenses on their floor model?

03-20-2012, 12:31 PM - 1 Like	#32
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by AntonV gonna stop by adorama & b&h tomorrow with my old glass and an sd card. think they'll bust my chops if I want to test my lenses on their floor model? I would ask on the B&H forum here or contact them beforehand. Sometimes they have nice people at the counter, sometimes not so nice. However, testing the Focus Peaking with the DA 40mm XS is pretty fun by itself.

03-20-2012, 04:45 PM	#33
Medium FormatPro Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Charleston & Pittsburgh Photos: Albums Posts: 1,668	Originally posted by AntonV gonna stop by adorama & b&h tomorrow with my old glass and an sd card. think they'll bust my chops if I want to test my lenses on their floor model? I've been doing business with B&H for many years now and would give the company an overall score of 9.6 out of 10. The only things I would change are rather minor ones; such as... A place for travelers (such as myself) to place their gadget bags on a very short term basis; so they don't seem like a security risk almost looking as though they might try to run out the door with a bag full of goodies. But not just for this posting, but in general... Even for someone purchasing a two hundred dollar point & shoot; should be given the proper (as catered as practically possible) customer/client service as possible. IF they don't (any store in general) give that courtesy to you, then walk -take the business elsewhere.

03-22-2012, 10:31 AM	#35
AntonV New Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 19 Original Poster	just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh. I'll definitely be buying this camera.

03-22-2012, 10:34 AM	#36
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by AntonV just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh. I'll definitely be buying this camera. I've done pretty well so far messing with my 200mm. It is all about TORSO steadiness since you don't use the forehead as a rest. I made the strap shorter and brace the cam against my neck (pull outward) and stand with my left foot pointing at the subject. I need practice but this has potential. Focus Peaking is awesome - bright white outlines = in focus..

03-22-2012, 10:36 AM	#37
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by AntonV just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh. I'll definitely be buying this camera. Sexy. And I completely agree - I'm not that big and strong (well maybe), and I found the K-01 to handle perfectly fine in my hands and feel balanced. I am slightly miffed at the DP Review preview of the K-01 where they say it is barely balanced with the 40mm XS and would be terrible with any other lens. It felt really good in my hands. To get Focus peaking, go into Menu - and it is probably the 4th or 5th tab to my memory. It's labeled Focus Peaking ,IIRC.

03-22-2012, 10:44 AM	#38
Frogfish Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Shanghai Posts: 4,490	Originally posted by monochrome I see the Q for $499 but not the K-01. And a K-5 body for $979. I've pre-ordered a K-01 instead of a K-5, but I'm getting cold feet and for $230 a VF would be nice. That Vivitar 70-210 if its the Series 1 is an awfully nice manual zoom lens. For that price difference it's an absolute no-brainer. The K5 is a simply stunning camera and Pentax will have to pull something special out of the hat for many people to upgrade their K5's. I bought a second one to replace my backup (K7) after just a few month's with the first. EDIT. Oops I see you have already bought the K-01 ! Enjoy your new camera - I hope it proves to be awesome for you.

03-22-2012, 10:47 AM	#39
Frogfish Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Shanghai Posts: 4,490	Originally posted by AntonV just got back from Adorama. They had no problems letting me play around with the K-01 and my old lenses that I brought in. The screen on this camera is fantastic. I think it will do just fine without a VF. Even with my 200mm lens, I was able to keep it fairly steady and take focused pictures. I couldn't figure out how to use focus peaking, so I'll be gong back soon. Too bad the floor model didn't have the XS lens on it.....really wanted to see it in the flesh. I'll definitely be buying this camera. Now you just have to decide on the colour - 3 choices await you

03-22-2012, 11:23 AM	#40
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Frogfish For that price difference it's an absolute no-brainer. The K5 is a simply stunning camera and Pentax will have to pull something special out of the hat for many people to upgrade their K5's. I bought a second one to replace my backup (K7) after just a few month's with the first. EDIT. Oops I see you have already bought the K-01 ! Enjoy your new camera - I hope it proves to be awesome for you. It is a perfect camera for me but I am a special case, trying to stretch my enjoyment of the hobby beyond the visual impairment level that would stop many people. Focus Peaking is wonderful. Now if they put this feature (or better) in a K-5 body (or better) with the current sensor (or better) with a bright, 100% optical viewfinder close to my LX (or better) - well then I'll have a great dSLR and a great backup/walking around camera.

03-22-2012, 04:26 PM	#41
philbaum Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Port Townsend, Washington State, USA Posts: 3,659	Originally posted by monochrome It is a perfect camera for me but I am a special case, trying to stretch my enjoyment of the hobby beyond the visual impairment level that would stop many people. Focus Peaking is wonderful. Now if they put this feature (or better) in a K-5 body (or better) with the current sensor (or better) with a bright, 100% optical viewfinder close to my LX (or better) - well then I'll have a great dSLR and a great backup/walking around camera. I have no doubt that the K5 replacement will be very impressive by including great features from the K01 and the K5 both. I probably won't buy it having the K5 and will wait for another year. But i'll enjoy Pentax making progress with the camera.