Announcing the PentaxForums Million-Post Giveaway

**rparmar** · 04-15-2010, 08:11 AM

No offense taken Chris. I just thought I would explain my side of it. Personally I am enjoying the opportunity to see more shots by bbluesman and others than I normally would.

The contest is also forcing me to be creative under pressure, which is good practice. But if the contest hadn't coincided with a week where I am basically free, it would have been a diffferent story!

srymBroBob · 04-15-2010, 08:34 AM

If I won the K-x, I'd take it to Burma and take pictures of orphans

jct us101 · 04-15-2010, 08:38 AM

Originally posted by srymBroBob

If I won the K-x, I'd take it to Burma and take pictures of orphans

Wow, I don't think I've ever heard a better story in a thread like this.

...

kacansas03 · 04-15-2010, 11:23 AM

I still hope someone who is really in need of a great recent technology camera gets a good prize from this giveaway. As I said before I also hope the surprise prizes end up going to a new forum member!

srymBroBob · 04-15-2010, 11:48 AM

How does the K-x compare with the K20, besides megapixels?

kacansas03 · 04-15-2010, 11:54 AM

From the reviews I have read the only thing they didn't like was the 'AA' power source and the reviewers just are not thinking of how that can help you use your camera. Have you ever run out of power shooting somewhere well away from your charger? That is the moment you wish you could just put in 4 more AA's.

Originally posted by srymBroBob

How does the K-x compare with the K20, besides megapixels?

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 12:57 PM ----------

Sorry didn't answer the core question. K-x is an evolution beyond the K20 with more features, easier to use, lighter, convenient AA batteries, very high ISO capable and more and more.

Originally posted by srymBroBob

How does the K-x compare with the K20, besides megapixels?

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 01:18 PM ----------

You would think that the 1,000,000 post should be today! Although I am confused just how they calculate the absolute millionth post. But then I am confused a lot anyway.

Blue · 04-15-2010, 12:33 PM

Originally posted by kacansas03

From the reviews I have read the only thing they didn't like was the 'AA' power source and the reviewers just are not thinking of how that can help you use your camera. Have you ever run out of power shooting somewhere well away from your charger? That is the moment you wish you could just put in 4 more AA's.

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 12:57 PM ----------

Sorry didn't answer the core question. K-x is an evolution beyond the K20 with more features, easier to use, lighter, convenient AA batteries, very high ISO capable and more and more.

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 01:18 PM ----------

You would think that the 1,000,000 post should be today! Although I am confused just how they calculate the absolute millionth post. But then I am confused a lot anyway.

1. Some people like AA on a general use body . . .

2. The K-x isn't necessarily and evolution beyond the K20d and wasn't intended to be. There are several differences . . . this isn't the thread to get into that.

3. The confusion with the 1,000,000 post has to do with reconcile the counter and deleted posts in the thread tracking system.

kacansas03 · 04-15-2010, 02:41 PM

I like the idea that the camera or special prize may go to someone outside the U.S. Well are we to the first 1,000,000 post spot yet Adam???? It sure seems like it should happen today. I think I am thrilled just to watch and see who wins something. I have gotten into the spirit of the give away.!!!

Mr. A.S. · 04-15-2010, 03:49 PM

I think my #999 999...

kacansas03 · 04-15-2010, 04:05 PM

Oh Boy if you are right the forum is almost there!!! Now If only I could make up my mind what lens I might want as a true walk around zoom. Ah, life's little decisions!

jct us101 · 04-15-2010, 04:29 PM

Looks like we're just about at 10,000 to go, which would mean about 5 more days.

So I think that the Pentax is officially going to be over next Sunday (not this one, but the next one).

NoobCA · 04-15-2010, 05:40 PM

While it’s doubtful that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me.

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:42 PM ----------

While it’s unlikely that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me. I can't afford a digital SLR without your help

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:45 PM ----------

I'm not sure exactly how this will help me in the algorithm race, but I really want this camera. I think it is so awesome. I can't say much more because I've never had a digital SLR and I've just had film, but I think this would be a great way for me to start. Please pick me!

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:49 PM ----------

I want to throw my hat in the ring for this awesome camera. I would really like to try a digital SLR and this one is the right one for me.

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 05:07 PM ----------

I would love this camera. I'm a new member and I don't have a lot of money for a camera and I would love to learn about digital photography by getting a pentax!

jct us101 · 04-15-2010, 06:54 PM

Originally posted by NoobCA

While it’s doubtful that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me.

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:42 PM ----------

While it’s unlikely that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me. I can't afford a digital SLR without your help

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:45 PM ----------

I'm not sure exactly how this will help me in the algorithm race, but I really want this camera. I think it is so awesome. I can't say much more because I've never had a digital SLR and I've just had film, but I think this would be a great way for me to start. Please pick me!

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:49 PM ----------

I want to throw my hat in the ring for this awesome camera. I would really like to try a digital SLR and this one is the right one for me.

---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 05:07 PM ----------

I would love this camera. I'm a new member and I don't have a lot of money for a camera and I would love to learn about digital photography by getting a pentax!

Someone's trying to get all the bonus points that they can.

NoobCA · 04-15-2010, 08:36 PM

I totally want all the bonus points I can get. Like I said, I really want this camera and I didn't start posting until today. So, I'm a little bit behind. Also, I thought that each entry would be listed as a separate post but of course they weren't. That's why it looks so long. But at the end of the day, It doesn't hurt to give it all I've got, right?

jct us101 · 04-15-2010, 08:43 PM

Originally posted by NoobCA

I totally want all the bonus points I can get. Like I said, I really want this camera and I didn't start posting until today. So, I'm a little bit behind. Also, I thought that each entry would be listed as a separate post but of course they weren't. That's why it looks so long. But at the end of the day, It doesn't hurt to give it all I've got, right?

Your messages are all duplicates though, you're double posting a bunch of things here.

04-15-2010, 08:34 AM	#1052
srymBroBob Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: UpState NY Posts: 5	Contest If I won the K-x, I'd take it to Burma and take pictures of orphans

04-15-2010, 11:48 AM	#1055
srymBroBob Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: UpState NY Posts: 5	Contest How does the K-x compare with the K20, besides megapixels?

04-15-2010, 11:54 AM	#1056
kacansas03 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota Photos: Albums Posts: 650	K-x vs K20 From the reviews I have read the only thing they didn't like was the 'AA' power source and the reviewers just are not thinking of how that can help you use your camera. Have you ever run out of power shooting somewhere well away from your charger? That is the moment you wish you could just put in 4 more AA's. Originally posted by srymBroBob How does the K-x compare with the K20, besides megapixels? ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 12:57 PM ---------- Sorry didn't answer the core question. K-x is an evolution beyond the K20 with more features, easier to use, lighter, convenient AA batteries, very high ISO capable and more and more. Originally posted by srymBroBob How does the K-x compare with the K20, besides megapixels? ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 01:18 PM ---------- You would think that the 1,000,000 post should be today! Although I am confused just how they calculate the absolute millionth post. But then I am confused a lot anyway.

04-15-2010, 05:40 PM	#1062
NoobCA New Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: California Posts: 6	Please pick me While it’s doubtful that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me. ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:42 PM ---------- While it’s unlikely that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me. I can't afford a digital SLR without your help ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:45 PM ---------- I'm not sure exactly how this will help me in the algorithm race, but I really want this camera. I think it is so awesome. I can't say much more because I've never had a digital SLR and I've just had film, but I think this would be a great way for me to start. Please pick me! ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:49 PM ---------- I want to throw my hat in the ring for this awesome camera. I would really like to try a digital SLR and this one is the right one for me. ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 05:07 PM ---------- I would love this camera. I'm a new member and I don't have a lot of money for a camera and I would love to learn about digital photography by getting a pentax!

04-15-2010, 08:36 PM	#1064
NoobCA New Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: California Posts: 6	totally want bonus points I totally want all the bonus points I can get. Like I said, I really want this camera and I didn't start posting until today. So, I'm a little bit behind. Also, I thought that each entry would be listed as a separate post but of course they weren't. That's why it looks so long. But at the end of the day, It doesn't hurt to give it all I've got, right?

04-15-2010, 08:11 AM	#1051
rparmar Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,819	No offense taken Chris. I just thought I would explain my side of it. Personally I am enjoying the opportunity to see more shots by bbluesman and others than I normally would. The contest is also forcing me to be creative under pressure, which is good practice. But if the contest hadn't coincided with a week where I am basically free, it would have been a diffferent story!

04-15-2010, 08:38 AM	#1053
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	Originally posted by srymBroBob If I won the K-x, I'd take it to Burma and take pictures of orphans Wow, I don't think I've ever heard a better story in a thread like this. ...

04-15-2010, 11:23 AM	#1054
kacansas03 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota Photos: Albums Posts: 650	I still hope someone who is really in need of a great recent technology camera gets a good prize from this giveaway. As I said before I also hope the surprise prizes end up going to a new forum member!

04-15-2010, 12:33 PM	#1057
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by kacansas03 From the reviews I have read the only thing they didn't like was the 'AA' power source and the reviewers just are not thinking of how that can help you use your camera. Have you ever run out of power shooting somewhere well away from your charger? That is the moment you wish you could just put in 4 more AA's. ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 12:57 PM ---------- Sorry didn't answer the core question. K-x is an evolution beyond the K20 with more features, easier to use, lighter, convenient AA batteries, very high ISO capable and more and more. ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 01:18 PM ---------- You would think that the 1,000,000 post should be today! Although I am confused just how they calculate the absolute millionth post. But then I am confused a lot anyway. 1. Some people like AA on a general use body . . . 2. The K-x isn't necessarily and evolution beyond the K20d and wasn't intended to be. There are several differences . . . this isn't the thread to get into that. 3. The confusion with the 1,000,000 post has to do with reconcile the counter and deleted posts in the thread tracking system.

04-15-2010, 02:41 PM	#1058
kacansas03 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota Photos: Albums Posts: 650	I like the idea that the camera or special prize may go to someone outside the U.S. Well are we to the first 1,000,000 post spot yet Adam???? It sure seems like it should happen today. I think I am thrilled just to watch and see who wins something. I have gotten into the spirit of the give away.!!!

04-15-2010, 03:49 PM	#1059
Mr. A.S. Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 401	I think my #999 999...

04-15-2010, 04:05 PM	#1060
kacansas03 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Twin Cities, Minnesota Photos: Albums Posts: 650	Oh Boy if you are right the forum is almost there!!! Now If only I could make up my mind what lens I might want as a true walk around zoom. Ah, life's little decisions!

04-15-2010, 04:29 PM	#1061
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	Looks like we're just about at 10,000 to go, which would mean about 5 more days. So I think that the Pentax is officially going to be over next Sunday (not this one, but the next one).

04-15-2010, 06:54 PM	#1063
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	Originally posted by NoobCA While it’s doubtful that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me. ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:42 PM ---------- While it’s unlikely that I’ll win this camera, I thought I would give this giveaway a try. Given the algorithm and the dismal chances inherent in sweepstakes and giveaways, I will probably get nothing but like I said, I’m going to try. I do not currently own a digital camera. I am still shooting with a 35mm Minolta SLR. I love this camera but I am starting to have difficulty finding the film I want and processing costs are rising. I am looking to switch to digital. I want the ability to see my pictures before I order prints. However, I don’t want to sacrifice the image quality and the creativity options that I get with an SLR. Also, if I don’t have to worry about film processing costs, I am more likely to take pictures, experiment more and learn more about photography. Also, I want to join a camera club. I was considering other brands for an entry level dSLR, but after careful research, I decided that this camera is the one for me. I really really really really really really really really really really really really want this camera. Please please please please please please please please pick me. I can't afford a digital SLR without your help ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:45 PM ---------- I'm not sure exactly how this will help me in the algorithm race, but I really want this camera. I think it is so awesome. I can't say much more because I've never had a digital SLR and I've just had film, but I think this would be a great way for me to start. Please pick me! ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 04:49 PM ---------- I want to throw my hat in the ring for this awesome camera. I would really like to try a digital SLR and this one is the right one for me. ---------- Post added 04-15-2010 at 05:07 PM ---------- I would love this camera. I'm a new member and I don't have a lot of money for a camera and I would love to learn about digital photography by getting a pentax! Someone's trying to get all the bonus points that they can.

04-15-2010, 08:43 PM	#1065
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	Originally posted by NoobCA I totally want all the bonus points I can get. Like I said, I really want this camera and I didn't start posting until today. So, I'm a little bit behind. Also, I thought that each entry would be listed as a separate post but of course they weren't. That's why it looks so long. But at the end of the day, It doesn't hurt to give it all I've got, right? Your messages are all duplicates though, you're double posting a bunch of things here.

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