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pinholecam · 03-02-2012, 06:47 AM

The guys in Singapore has already got their K-01 today.
Fantastic price too.
About $755 with the 40xs.

**DigiMack** · 03-02-2012, 07:10 AM

Well Adam, it sounds as though you are going to be working over-time to get all this K-01 testing done. Just to help things along, we will be sitting here on the side lines cheering you along. YEA ADAM. RAH, RAH, RAH, SHOOT 'EM, SHOOT'EM, SHOOT'EM GOOD! YEA ADAM!

frank · 03-02-2012, 07:51 AM

Originally posted by ogl

Inform us, please, about buffer in JPEG and in RAW

Sure, I'd also try the 40XS on film camera over the weekend and see how it works

garethwebber · 03-02-2012, 07:56 AM

Originally posted by riff

Splendid! Personally how well MF lenses work with the K-01 is the biggest question for me.

+1

Does focus peaking work well for MF?

jogiba · 03-02-2012, 08:02 AM

Originally posted by frank

Sure, I'd also try the 40XS on film camera over the weekend and see how it works

The 40XS only covers the APS-C sensor and will vignette in a 35mm SLR.

ogl · 03-02-2012, 08:09 AM

Originally posted by jogiba

The 40XS only covers the APS-C sensor and will vignette in a 35mm SLR.

it's not 100% APS-C lens. DA40/2.8 has some vignetting at f/2.8, but at f4 is "full-grown" lens at FF.

it's Canon 24/1.4L on FF.

I can say that DA40/2.8 is better at film camera.

frank · 03-02-2012, 08:23 AM

Originally posted by jogiba

The 40XS only covers the APS-C sensor and will vignette in a 35mm SLR.

Yeah, I know. Pentax said so for all their DA lenses (including DA*200 and DA*300), but some DA lenses can be used on film cameras just fine

jogiba · 03-02-2012, 11:41 AM

I tried my 10-24mm Tamron on my PZ-1P SLR and it does not vignette from 13-24mm.

Adam · 03-02-2012, 01:16 PM

I'll have the camera on Thursday (for sure)...so there review will be posted on Sunday morning

Doesn't give me much time to do all the testing, but it'll happen, as will a "in practice" shootout against the K-5.

This is off the record, but while I think that the the K-01 will make a great point-and-shoot and a great video camera, it won't replace the K-5/3 in the bag.

repaap · 03-02-2012, 01:22 PM

Originally posted by Adam

This is off the record, but while I think that the the K-01 will make a great point-and-shoot and a great video camera, it won't replace the K-5/3 in the bag.

Yeah, I won't tel anyone

I'm waiting for your review! Some how I have high exeptations for this cam.

riff · 03-02-2012, 01:29 PM

Originally posted by Adam

This is off the record

Off the record, posted on the forum? Me thinks not.

I think the K-01 with a Zacuto Z-Finder may well replace the K-5 for shooting MF lens. At least I hope so.

Regardless, looking forward to the review.

Adam · 03-02-2012, 02:22 PM

Originally posted by repaap

Some how I have high exeptations for this cam.

The JPEG IQ should be better than that of the K-5, for one (obviously), and RAW IQ should be identical, but most won't care

Welfl · 03-02-2012, 03:34 PM

Originally posted by Adam

RAW IQ should be identical, but most won't care

Adam, I wrote this comment shortly before you posted your comment regarding RAW IQ:

I'm sure the K-01's dynamic range is already high on your list of features to investigate without anyone having to suggest it; however, aside from focus peaking and color depth, that is what interests me most with regard to the K-01 (I'm almost willing to overlook the K-01's toy-like design and relatively high price for the sake of having focus peaking).

I know the K-01 has the same sensor as the K-5, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will have precisely the same dynamic range. I say this (in part) because, as you know, the same sensor is also used in several cameras from competing manufacturers, yet none of them have the almost supernatural dynamic range of the K-5 (or so my research tells me; please correct me if I am wrong). Since the K-01 is supposedly a "budget" [sic] camera, its dynamic range may not fully match that of the K-5. If it is extremely close, that will be good enough for me, thanks to the added benefit of focus peaking.

P.S. Would it be realistic / sensible / practical / useful / educational for you to post some sample RAW files from your K-01 for PentaxForum members to download and manipulate to their hearts' content? I don't know if PentaxForums.com is capable of allowing such downloads, but I thought I would ask anyway.

Thank you.

Adam · 03-02-2012, 03:57 PM

RAW files will be made available, as we've done in the past for all our premium in-depth reviews.

luizpaulo · 03-02-2012, 06:11 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Adam

This is off the record, but while I think that the the K-01 will make a great point-and-shoot and a great video camera, it won't replace the K-5/3 in the bag.

I don't think the K-01's purpose is to replace a K-5, but to attract a different kind of crowd that currently buys Pentax (which is good, Pentax needs to atract a greater public) and as backup/walk around camera for K-5. I hope it's reviews show that in can fulfill it's promise. I hope it succeeds and further people interest in the Pentax brand and on the K mount. Success means new and better cameras and more lenses

03-02-2012, 08:09 AM	#36
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	Originally posted by jogiba The 40XS only covers the APS-C sensor and will vignette in a 35mm SLR. it's not 100% APS-C lens. DA40/2.8 has some vignetting at f/2.8, but at f4 is "full-grown" lens at FF. it's Canon 24/1.4L on FF. I can say that DA40/2.8 is better at film camera. Last edited by ogl; 03-02-2012 at 08:48 AM.

03-02-2012, 01:16 PM	#39
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	I'll have the camera on Thursday (for sure)...so there review will be posted on Sunday morning Doesn't give me much time to do all the testing, but it'll happen, as will a "in practice" shootout against the K-5. This is off the record, but while I think that the the K-01 will make a great point-and-shoot and a great video camera, it won't replace the K-5/3 in the bag. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

03-02-2012, 02:22 PM	#42
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	Originally posted by repaap Some how I have high exeptations for this cam. The JPEG IQ should be better than that of the K-5, for one (obviously), and RAW IQ should be identical, but most won't care Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

03-02-2012, 03:34 PM	#43
Welfl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Nebraska Posts: 281	K-01's Dynamic Range Originally posted by Adam RAW IQ should be identical, but most won't care Adam, I wrote this comment shortly before you posted your comment regarding RAW IQ: I'm sure the K-01's dynamic range is already high on your list of features to investigate without anyone having to suggest it; however, aside from focus peaking and color depth, that is what interests me most with regard to the K-01 (I'm almost willing to overlook the K-01's toy-like design and relatively high price for the sake of having focus peaking). I know the K-01 has the same sensor as the K-5, but that doesn't necessarily mean it will have precisely the same dynamic range. I say this (in part) because, as you know, the same sensor is also used in several cameras from competing manufacturers, yet none of them have the almost supernatural dynamic range of the K-5 (or so my research tells me; please correct me if I am wrong). Since the K-01 is supposedly a "budget" [sic] camera, its dynamic range may not fully match that of the K-5. If it is extremely close, that will be good enough for me, thanks to the added benefit of focus peaking. P.S. Would it be realistic / sensible / practical / useful / educational for you to post some sample RAW files from your K-01 for PentaxForum members to download and manipulate to their hearts' content? I don't know if PentaxForums.com is capable of allowing such downloads, but I thought I would ask anyway. Thank you.

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03-02-2012, 06:47 AM	#31
pinholecam Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,710	The guys in Singapore has already got their K-01 today. Fantastic price too. About $755 with the 40xs.

03-02-2012, 07:10 AM	#32
DigiMack Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 169	Well Adam, it sounds as though you are going to be working over-time to get all this K-01 testing done. Just to help things along, we will be sitting here on the side lines cheering you along. YEA ADAM. RAH, RAH, RAH, SHOOT 'EM, SHOOT'EM, SHOOT'EM GOOD! YEA ADAM!

03-02-2012, 07:51 AM	#33
frank Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,202	Originally posted by ogl Inform us, please, about buffer in JPEG and in RAW Sure, I'd also try the 40XS on film camera over the weekend and see how it works

03-02-2012, 07:56 AM	#34
garethwebber Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Kent, UK Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 104	Originally posted by riff Splendid! Personally how well MF lenses work with the K-01 is the biggest question for me. +1 Does focus peaking work well for MF?

03-02-2012, 08:02 AM	#35
jogiba Banned Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Millstone,NJ Posts: 6,491	Originally posted by frank Sure, I'd also try the 40XS on film camera over the weekend and see how it works The 40XS only covers the APS-C sensor and will vignette in a 35mm SLR.

03-02-2012, 08:23 AM	#37
frank Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,202	Originally posted by jogiba The 40XS only covers the APS-C sensor and will vignette in a 35mm SLR. Yeah, I know. Pentax said so for all their DA lenses (including DA200 and DA300), but some DA lenses can be used on film cameras just fine

03-02-2012, 11:41 AM	#38
jogiba Banned Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Millstone,NJ Posts: 6,491	I tried my 10-24mm Tamron on my PZ-1P SLR and it does not vignette from 13-24mm.

03-02-2012, 01:22 PM	#40
repaap Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,242	Originally posted by Adam This is off the record, but while I think that the the K-01 will make a great point-and-shoot and a great video camera, it won't replace the K-5/3 in the bag. Yeah, I won't tel anyone I'm waiting for your review! Some how I have high exeptations for this cam.

03-02-2012, 01:29 PM	#41
riff Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 1,408	Originally posted by Adam This is off the record Off the record, posted on the forum? Me thinks not. I think the K-01 with a Zacuto Z-Finder may well replace the K-5 for shooting MF lens. At least I hope so. Regardless, looking forward to the review.

03-02-2012, 03:57 PM	#44
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	RAW files will be made available, as we've done in the past for all our premium in-depth reviews.

03-02-2012, 06:11 PM - 1 Like	#45
luizpaulo Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 106	Originally posted by Adam This is off the record, but while I think that the the K-01 will make a great point-and-shoot and a great video camera, it won't replace the K-5/3 in the bag. I don't think the K-01's purpose is to replace a K-5, but to attract a different kind of crowd that currently buys Pentax (which is good, Pentax needs to atract a greater public) and as backup/walk around camera for K-5. I hope it's reviews show that in can fulfill it's promise. I hope it succeeds and further people interest in the Pentax brand and on the K mount. Success means new and better cameras and more lenses

K-01 shipped!

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