Pentax Rainbow K-x

**Aristophanes** · 05-12-2010, 07:47 PM

This one doesn't take photos...

nulla · 05-12-2010, 08:00 PM

Originally posted by stanleyk

I showed this to three women I worked with who are much younger than me. They were dying to get one. So, I guess for every "I'm switching to Nikon" so I can be taken seriously person, there are probably quite a few lined up to buy something like this.

I think it looks pretty cool.

I bet it sells out pronto.

I'm 49 so I'm kind of "the camera body needs to be black or silver" fuddy duddy, but I'm guessing a lot young people really like the colors. Good for them. I'm boring.

I agree and I too am a black body man... but this is one great way to get the Pentax name accross and on top of that introduce young ones into DSLR's and with such a fine sensor with great IQ to boot.

cheers

Neil

kelvybear · 05-12-2010, 09:04 PM

Sure, why not produce products for the next up and coming generation?

unique cameras = more exposure. Exposure is good.

Loyal pentax customers will still get our annual or bi-annual camera upgrades.

Good that pentax is going for the younger population who may become loyal users.

p.s. k-x does a very nice job. In some situations, it's nicer than my K20d

tsangpo · 05-12-2010, 11:33 PM

I was with some non-photographer friends a week or so ago (I'm 21) when we saw someone with one of the stormtropper kits and they were pretty impressed, imagine what one of these would do.

Also, something like this would be awesome for going street shooting - be as conspicuous as possible, no one would take you seriously.

ibk · 05-13-2010, 01:02 AM - **1 Like**

I really don't get the negativity about this model.

I see it like this:
The biggest retail music store in Japan decided to make something new. They wanted a colorful camera. Who does colored cameras? Pentax. OK, lets order 1000 rainbow colored cameras, which shows "No music, no life" on it's welcome screen. Done.

How long it took for Pentax to do it? I guess 1 week (probably less). Is it worth? Yes!

Because this camera is not targeted at us (photographers). I think it's more than clear.
Because photographers do not look for cameras at music stores!
This camera will be sold only at the online store of Tower records, where no other cameras are sold. Perfect.

I think it's a very good marketing opportunity which they took advantage.

thibs · 05-13-2010, 01:43 AM

Originally posted by Al_in_the_Shire

I totally agree. And I think Pentax has made some wonderful cameras.

It's sort of like when Chrysler bought Jeep. They never understood what made a Jeep a Jeep, and pretty much killed the brand. Hoya has no clue what made Pentax such a great camera. But here's a hint for them, it wasn't Jolly Rancher or Lego Robot camo.

Which why Hoya could pull K-7 and K-x. Indeed they don't understand Pentax, you're right.

thibs · 05-13-2010, 01:47 AM

Originally posted by Grimlock

Am I not the only one who, upon looking at the picture of that special edition, thought the K-X assembly plant went completely f$%@$# bonkers one day and the Pentax higher-ups went "Eh, we'll say they're 'special editions' and get rid of 'em that way"?

Do anyone remember this special edition, as most special editions from Pentax, are local Japan market only ?

Geez, if an american car brand made a special edition for the 4th July I'm sure a bunch of Americans would buy it. What the hell does it change for us? I don't care but if that makes anyone happy, good for them and good for Pentax.

Adam · 05-13-2010, 01:59 AM

Perfect idea- recycle all the extra colored plates from other K-x's made in the factory, and combine them into a single motley K-x! Interesting & brilliant, but certainly not attractive to the eye like other special Pentax bodies.

EricT · 05-13-2010, 02:40 AM

Originally posted by thibs

Do anyone remember this special edition, as most special editions from Pentax, are local Japan market only ?

[...]

This is the keyword here, JAPAN. Have you guys ever been to Japan? It's very common to dress like this:

Don't you think a rainbow K-x would go well with that outfit?

**NaClH2O** · 05-13-2010, 03:53 AM

Originally posted by EricT

This is the keyword here, JAPAN. Have you guys ever been to Japan? It's very common to dress like this:

Don't you think a rainbow K-x would go well with that outfit?

OMG! Someone animated the camera!
Not only would it go well with that outfit, it is that outfit!

NaCl(I wonder if she has "no music - no life" written on her back!)H2O

omega leader · 05-13-2010, 04:57 AM

Originally posted by Al_in_the_Shire

I don't want a Leica. I want a nice semi pro body that will handle a bit higher ISO like the other companies, with a shutter that wont cause a tsunami half way around the world every time you take a photo.

Al your not the target audience for the KX, you should buy the K7, that is the camera that Pentax is targeting at you.

The KX is not for enthusiasts. It's just like a Camery.

nakey · 05-13-2010, 05:13 AM

Originally posted by EricT

This is the keyword here, JAPAN. Have you guys ever been to Japan? It's very common to dress like this:

Don't you think a rainbow K-x would go well with that outfit?

OMG! *head blows*

THAT'S FREAKING BRILLIANT!! FRUiTs and the Harajuku bound aren't the type to carry a "serious black" camera.

I can see a shiro-loli carrying a white K-x. How about a 2 tone, silver and black K-x, in leather eveready case, with a DA LTD? perfect for EGA! something bright pink for an ama-loli perhaps?

Sure, it's a small market, but like this and the Kore Ja Nai roboto one, it's all Japanese.

Localised Marketing. a red/white/blue K-x for Americans. Green and Gold for the Aussies. Maybe one in Hatsune Miku colours like the JR bulletrain (though i like Project Diva colours better =3)

and, if none of them suits you, you still can get it in black....

EricT · 05-13-2010, 06:59 AM

Here's a Harajuku outfit that would also go well with this camera:

Miserere · 05-13-2010, 08:53 AM

Originally posted by NaClH2O

I'm months past my 61st and not only is it brilliant but I really want one! It's so ugly it's beautiful!

NaCl(it speaks to my inner...er...inner...er...second childhood? )H2O

Hey Salty, I always thought you were in your early 30s

Still shocked...

Yep, still...

...

KFrog · 05-13-2010, 12:27 PM

Originally posted by EricT

Here's a Harajuku outfit that would also go well with this camera:

Holy Cow! She looks like a cartoon!

05-12-2010, 09:04 PM	#33
kelvybear Inactive Account Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: CA Photos: Gallery Posts: 8	build brand recognition... more exposure... Sure, why not produce products for the next up and coming generation? unique cameras = more exposure. Exposure is good. Loyal pentax customers will still get our annual or bi-annual camera upgrades. Good that pentax is going for the younger population who may become loyal users. p.s. k-x does a very nice job. In some situations, it's nicer than my K20d

05-13-2010, 01:59 AM	#38
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05-12-2010, 11:33 PM	#34
tsangpo Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 78	I was with some non-photographer friends a week or so ago (I'm 21) when we saw someone with one of the stormtropper kits and they were pretty impressed, imagine what one of these would do. Also, something like this would be awesome for going street shooting - be as conspicuous as possible, no one would take you seriously.

05-13-2010, 01:02 AM - 1 Like	#35
ibk Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Photos: Gallery Posts: 55 Original Poster	I really don't get the negativity about this model. I see it like this: The biggest retail music store in Japan decided to make something new. They wanted a colorful camera. Who does colored cameras? Pentax. OK, lets order 1000 rainbow colored cameras, which shows "No music, no life" on it's welcome screen. Done. How long it took for Pentax to do it? I guess 1 week (probably less). Is it worth? Yes! Because this camera is not targeted at us (photographers). I think it's more than clear. Because photographers do not look for cameras at music stores! This camera will be sold only at the online store of Tower records, where no other cameras are sold. Perfect. I think it's a very good marketing opportunity which they took advantage.

05-13-2010, 01:43 AM	#36
thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001	Originally posted by Al_in_the_Shire I totally agree. And I think Pentax has made some wonderful cameras. It's sort of like when Chrysler bought Jeep. They never understood what made a Jeep a Jeep, and pretty much killed the brand. Hoya has no clue what made Pentax such a great camera. But here's a hint for them, it wasn't Jolly Rancher or Lego Robot camo. Which why Hoya could pull K-7 and K-x. Indeed they don't understand Pentax, you're right.

05-13-2010, 01:47 AM	#37
thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001	Originally posted by Grimlock Am I not the only one who, upon looking at the picture of that special edition, thought the K-X assembly plant went completely f$%@$# bonkers one day and the Pentax higher-ups went "Eh, we'll say they're 'special editions' and get rid of 'em that way"? Do anyone remember this special edition, as most special editions from Pentax, are local Japan market only ? Geez, if an american car brand made a special edition for the 4th July I'm sure a bunch of Americans would buy it. What the hell does it change for us? I don't care but if that makes anyone happy, good for them and good for Pentax.

05-13-2010, 02:40 AM	#39
EricT Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 484	Originally posted by thibs Do anyone remember this special edition, as most special editions from Pentax, are local Japan market only ? [...] This is the keyword here, JAPAN. Have you guys ever been to Japan? It's very common to dress like this: Don't you think a rainbow K-x would go well with that outfit?

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NaClH2O Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bronx NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,631	Originally posted by EricT This is the keyword here, JAPAN. Have you guys ever been to Japan? It's very common to dress like this: Don't you think a rainbow K-x would go well with that outfit? OMG! Someone animated the camera! Not only would it go well with that outfit, it is that outfit! NaCl(I wonder if she has "no music - no life" written on her back!)H2O

05-13-2010, 04:57 AM	#41
omega leader Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Niagara Region, Ontario Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 417	Originally posted by Al_in_the_Shire I don't want a Leica. I want a nice semi pro body that will handle a bit higher ISO like the other companies, with a shutter that wont cause a tsunami half way around the world every time you take a photo. Al your not the target audience for the KX, you should buy the K7, that is the camera that Pentax is targeting at you. The KX is not for enthusiasts. It's just like a Camery.

05-13-2010, 05:13 AM	#42
nakey Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Victoria, Australia Posts: 208	Originally posted by EricT This is the keyword here, JAPAN. Have you guys ever been to Japan? It's very common to dress like this: Don't you think a rainbow K-x would go well with that outfit? OMG! head blows THAT'S FREAKING BRILLIANT!! FRUiTs and the Harajuku bound aren't the type to carry a "serious black" camera. I can see a shiro-loli carrying a white K-x. How about a 2 tone, silver and black K-x, in leather eveready case, with a DA LTD? perfect for EGA! something bright pink for an ama-loli perhaps? Sure, it's a small market, but like this and the Kore Ja Nai roboto one, it's all Japanese. Localised Marketing. a red/white/blue K-x for Americans. Green and Gold for the Aussies. Maybe one in Hatsune Miku colours like the JR bulletrain (though i like Project Diva colours better =3) and, if none of them suits you, you still can get it in black....

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EricT Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 484	Here's a Harajuku outfit that would also go well with this camera:

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Miserere Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Boston Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,993	Originally posted by NaClH2O I'm months past my 61st and not only is it brilliant but I really want one! It's so ugly it's beautiful! NaCl(it speaks to my inner...er...inner...er...second childhood? )H2O Hey Salty, I always thought you were in your early 30s Still shocked... Yep, still... ...

05-13-2010, 12:27 PM	#45
KFrog Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Katy, Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 294	Originally posted by EricT Here's a Harajuku outfit that would also go well with this camera: Holy Cow! She looks like a cartoon!