Advice on whether K-01 is right for me?

Adam · 02-05-2014, 05:54 PM

Originally posted by mvaro2002

thanks so far for the answers; I am really looking forward to this camera.
Right now I have a Nikon P7700, served me very well, I just hope I will not miss all the buttons, dials and the tilt screen too much.

Another thought; I am planning to buy the set with the two kit lenses but would like to buy an 18-135mm Lens with the main aim to just carry around less glass (and therefore sell the kit lenses). In addition I am going to buy the 40mm XS or a 35mm; but thats not so urgent.
What do you all think about the 18-135?!

The 18-135mm is a lot better because of the silent autofocus IMO. No more bzzt bzzt compared to the other two lenses, plus you get a more convenient zoom range at all times.

Adam
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mvaro2002 · 02-05-2014, 06:27 PM

..alternatively a lens starting at 16 would be great. Sometimes its of great usage...so many choices

cafazucar · 02-05-2014, 08:16 PM

Interesting that you're considering that lens. I just bought myself the 18-135 and I'm pretty happy with it so far! Quiet, much more versatile as a solo walk-around lens, and it'll still be useful if I decide to upgrade to a Pentax DSLR in the future.

The AF on my copy is a little louder than I expected it to be, though. I know it's a K-01 and has the slower CDAF, but here's a video showing what I mean. It was in a darkish environment and I'd have to test it side by side with a DSLR to be sure, but let me know what you guys think.

You Tube

Edit: I directly compared it to my 40mm XS lens and WOW. No, the 18-135mm isn't completely silent, but MUCH quieter than the kit lens and in the real world (compared to my unnaturally quiet room), the sound is basically imperceptible.

dansamy · 02-05-2014, 08:17 PM

I'm seriously coveting a k-01. Maybe Pentax will announce the k-02 & some of yall will drop your 01s on the market.

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02-05-2014, 05:54 PM	#31
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Originally posted by mvaro2002 thanks so far for the answers; I am really looking forward to this camera. Right now I have a Nikon P7700, served me very well, I just hope I will not miss all the buttons, dials and the tilt screen too much. Another thought; I am planning to buy the set with the two kit lenses but would like to buy an 18-135mm Lens with the main aim to just carry around less glass (and therefore sell the kit lenses). In addition I am going to buy the 40mm XS or a 35mm; but thats not so urgent. What do you all think about the 18-135?! The 18-135mm is a lot better because of the silent autofocus IMO. No more bzzt bzzt compared to the other two lenses, plus you get a more convenient zoom range at all times. 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:

02-05-2014, 06:27 PM	#32
mvaro2002 New Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Posts: 3	..alternatively a lens starting at 16 would be great. Sometimes its of great usage...so many choices

02-05-2014, 08:17 PM	#34
dansamy Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,450	I'm seriously coveting a k-01. Maybe Pentax will announce the k-02 & some of yall will drop your 01s on the market.