Pentax K-5 wins Photokina STAR award

uccemebug · 09-28-2010, 02:50 AM

Way to go Pentax!! (with a side of in your face Nikon.) I hope they sell these cameras by the boxcarload.

Say, my guess about the "Pentax couple" is .. the couple from that unwatchable video?

Love the hilarity in this thread about our self-immolation as Pentax enthusiasts. Keep it coming!

lithos · 09-28-2010, 02:54 AM

Originally posted by Boris

You lost me here, Mike. If you don't mind, I'd appreciate an explanation, even in form of PM.

The Broom Cupboard is the fully-featured, high-tech studio Pentax uses to record is product promo videos:

You Tube

I'd just like to say that neither I nor Pentax are responsible for any self-harm to eyes or ears you inflict during and/or after the watching of that video.

kittykat46 · 09-28-2010, 03:03 AM

The infamous K-5 1st video.....
Don't knock them too hard....I think they might have received the camera just 5 minutes before the video shoot, and just reading from a hastily prepared script...

The K-5 is looking like an awesome camera, but the Public Relations side just wasn't ready for Prime Time...

Reportage · 09-28-2010, 03:50 AM

on that note, other cameras that are also awarded Photokina *Star* award.

Fujifilm Finepix X100
Samsung NX100
Sony SLT-A55V
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

I wonder just what was it about the 60D or the D3100/D7000 that they did not make the list?

**Rondec** · 09-28-2010, 04:09 AM

Originally posted by Reportage

on that note, other cameras that are also awarded Photokina *Star* award.

Fujifilm Finepix X100
Samsung NX100
Sony SLT-A55V
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

I wonder just what was it about the 60D or the D3100/D7000 that they did not make the list?

I am actually a little surprised that the K5 did make the list. Didn't seem like there was that much new as compared to the K7, just a whole lot better sensor. But I guess there really aren't that many new features in the 60D or D7000 cameras either. I guess auto focus with video, but I think the A55 does a better job with that. I think that Pentax makes a hit because of their packaging -- small and very well built.

uccemebug · 09-28-2010, 04:16 AM

Originally posted by lithos

The Broom Cupboard is the fully-featured, high-tech studio Pentax uses to record is product promo videos:

(sobbing) make it stop! Seriously, can anyone get past the 30 second mark? I passed that on to my buddy who works in a neighbouring city for Sony's camera division. I could hear the laughing on the breeze.

Originally posted by Reportage

Fujifilm Finepix X100

Well, sure!

causey · 09-28-2010, 04:16 AM

No reward for Canon/Nikon... Interesting.

Jonson PL · 09-28-2010, 07:08 AM

Thanks for the info, good to hear

johnmflores · 09-28-2010, 07:54 AM - **1 Like**

2010 September 26

In an unprecedented move, Photokina representatives have retracted the Star award recently awarded to the Pentax K-5 at the 2010 edition of the show. Chair of the Star Selection Committee, Lowe Crumplerberger, was quoted as saying, "The Pentax K-5, by all appearances, seems to a be a significant improvement upon the K-7, and more importantly, a viable alternative to offerings by other manufacturers. Many on the selection committee shared this view, and lauded Pentax on taking this path.

"However, after announcing the Star award, it has come to our attention that ten or perhaps fifteen people on PentaxForums.com are dissatisfied with the specifications of the camera as well as Pentax's inability to control rumors and misinformation being spread on the Internet. In light of this, and despite the considered opinions of the industry and press, we must regretfully retract the Star Award. The camera is crap."

Blue · 09-28-2010, 08:19 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Rondec

I am actually a little surprised that the K5 did make the list. Didn't seem like there was that much new as compared to the K7, just a whole lot better sensor. But I guess there really aren't that many new features in the 60D or D7000 cameras either. I guess auto focus with video, but I think the A55 does a better job with that. I think that Pentax makes a hit because of their packaging -- small and very well built.

Its responses like this that mystify me. How anyone can consider a completely different sensor and af system as just an upgrade doesn't compute. Just because the new camera shares the magnesium shell with the K-7 as well as some of the interface doesn't mean they are the same camera. With a different, higher mp and ISO sensor, it has to be a different beast, never mind the new af. Furthermore, both have the magnesium shell in the front whereas the Nikon K-7 wannabe has it in the back with plastic in the front.

Blue · 09-28-2010, 08:22 AM

Originally posted by johnmflores

2010 September 26

In an unprecedented move, Photokina representatives have retracted the Star award recently awarded to the Pentax K-5 at the 2010 edition of the show. Chair of the Star Selection Committee, Lowe Crumplerberger, was quoted as saying, "The Pentax K-5, by all appearances, seems to a be a significant improvement upon the K-7, and more importantly, a viable alternative to offerings by other manufacturers. Many on the selection committee shared this view, and lauded Pentax on taking this path.

"However, after announcing the Star award, it has come to our attention that ten or perhaps fifteen people on PentaxForums.com are dissatisfied with the specifications of the camera as well as Pentax's inability to control rumors and misinformation being spread on the Internet. In light of this, and despite the considered opinions of the industry and press, we must regretfully retract the Star Award. The camera is crap."

bobell69 · 09-28-2010, 08:23 AM

Originally posted by jon.partsch

And that's a good thing - but it seems to me that the tide of negativity is starting to turn (knock on wood)

The Nikon D7000 was notably NOT named among the 12 illustrious products receiving the award

Perhaps Nikon was not chosen because their new camera is certainly a clone of the K-7 with a new sensor. Seems that Nikon is chasing Pentax. Therefore Pentax deserves the award as the leader and not the follower in the technology. As for Canon, it looks like they have dropped the ball once again with the launch of the 60d. It can't compare with either the new Nikon Camera or the K5. On the other hand they have been announcing bucket loads of new lenses that make me envious.

**dadipentak** · 09-28-2010, 08:45 AM

This is really terrific news! Pentax should celebrate by offering it with a 2year warranty. Seriously--it would be a great way to leverage the triumph.

Blue · 09-28-2010, 09:03 AM

Originally posted by dadipentak

This is really terrific news! Pentax should celebrate by offering it with a 2year warranty. Seriously--it would be a great way to leverage the triumph.

That's a good idea only make it a 1 + 2 = 3 yr thing like they were doing with the K20d.

Ned: Could you put down your D-Lux-5 or X1 and come over here a minute.

Ubuntu_user · 09-28-2010, 09:13 AM

Originally posted by johnmflores

2010 September 26

In an unprecedented move, Photokina representatives have retracted the Star award recently awarded to the Pentax K-5 at the 2010 edition of the show. Chair of the Star Selection Committee, Lowe Crumplerberger, was quoted as saying, "The Pentax K-5, by all appearances, seems to a be a significant improvement upon the K-7, and more importantly, a viable alternative to offerings by other manufacturers. Many on the selection committee shared this view, and lauded Pentax on taking this path.

"However, after announcing the Star award, it has come to our attention that ten or perhaps fifteen people on PentaxForums.com are dissatisfied with the specifications of the camera as well as Pentax's inability to control rumors and misinformation being spread on the Internet. In light of this, and despite the considered opinions of the industry and press, we must regretfully retract the Star Award. The camera is crap."

You had me for a minute... By the time I made it to the end I was laughing violently.

09-28-2010, 07:54 AM - 1 Like	#24
johnmflores Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Somerville, NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,361	Breaking news: Star award retracted 2010 September 26 In an unprecedented move, Photokina representatives have retracted the Star award recently awarded to the Pentax K-5 at the 2010 edition of the show. Chair of the Star Selection Committee, Lowe Crumplerberger, was quoted as saying, "The Pentax K-5, by all appearances, seems to a be a significant improvement upon the K-7, and more importantly, a viable alternative to offerings by other manufacturers. Many on the selection committee shared this view, and lauded Pentax on taking this path. "However, after announcing the Star award, it has come to our attention that ten or perhaps fifteen people on PentaxForums.com are dissatisfied with the specifications of the camera as well as Pentax's inability to control rumors and misinformation being spread on the Internet. In light of this, and despite the considered opinions of the industry and press, we must regretfully retract the Star Award. The camera is crap."

09-28-2010, 08:23 AM	#27
bobell69 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Courtenay BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 498	Originally posted by jon.partsch And that's a good thing - but it seems to me that the tide of negativity is starting to turn (knock on wood) The Nikon D7000 was notably NOT named among the 12 illustrious products receiving the award Perhaps Nikon was not chosen because their new camera is certainly a clone of the K-7 with a new sensor. Seems that Nikon is chasing Pentax. Therefore Pentax deserves the award as the leader and not the follower in the technology. As for Canon, it looks like they have dropped the ball once again with the launch of the 60d. It can't compare with either the new Nikon Camera or the K5. On the other hand they have been announcing bucket loads of new lenses that make me envious. Last edited by bobell69; 09-28-2010 at 08:31 AM.

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09-28-2010, 02:50 AM	#16
uccemebug Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 962	Way to go Pentax!! (with a side of in your face Nikon.) I hope they sell these cameras by the boxcarload. Say, my guess about the "Pentax couple" is .. the couple from that unwatchable video? Love the hilarity in this thread about our self-immolation as Pentax enthusiasts. Keep it coming!

09-28-2010, 03:03 AM	#18
kittykat46 Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 923	The infamous K-5 1st video..... Don't knock them too hard....I think they might have received the camera just 5 minutes before the video shoot, and just reading from a hastily prepared script... The K-5 is looking like an awesome camera, but the Public Relations side just wasn't ready for Prime Time...

09-28-2010, 03:50 AM	#19
Reportage Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 739	on that note, other cameras that are also awarded Photokina Star award. Fujifilm Finepix X100 Samsung NX100 Sony SLT-A55V Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 I wonder just what was it about the 60D or the D3100/D7000 that they did not make the list?

09-28-2010, 04:09 AM	#20
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Originally posted by Reportage on that note, other cameras that are also awarded Photokina Star award. Fujifilm Finepix X100 Samsung NX100 Sony SLT-A55V Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 I wonder just what was it about the 60D or the D3100/D7000 that they did not make the list? I am actually a little surprised that the K5 did make the list. Didn't seem like there was that much new as compared to the K7, just a whole lot better sensor. But I guess there really aren't that many new features in the 60D or D7000 cameras either. I guess auto focus with video, but I think the A55 does a better job with that. I think that Pentax makes a hit because of their packaging -- small and very well built.

09-28-2010, 04:16 AM	#21
uccemebug Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 962	Originally posted by lithos The Broom Cupboard is the fully-featured, high-tech studio Pentax uses to record is product promo videos: (sobbing) make it stop! Seriously, can anyone get past the 30 second mark? I passed that on to my buddy who works in a neighbouring city for Sony's camera division. I could hear the laughing on the breeze. Originally posted by Reportage Fujifilm Finepix X100 Well, sure!

09-28-2010, 04:16 AM	#22
causey Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Arlington, VA Photos: Albums Posts: 3,757	No reward for Canon/Nikon... Interesting.

09-28-2010, 07:08 AM	#23
Jonson PL Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Copenhagen Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,842	Thanks for the info, good to hear

09-28-2010, 08:19 AM - 1 Like	#25
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by Rondec I am actually a little surprised that the K5 did make the list. Didn't seem like there was that much new as compared to the K7, just a whole lot better sensor. But I guess there really aren't that many new features in the 60D or D7000 cameras either. I guess auto focus with video, but I think the A55 does a better job with that. I think that Pentax makes a hit because of their packaging -- small and very well built. Its responses like this that mystify me. How anyone can consider a completely different sensor and af system as just an upgrade doesn't compute. Just because the new camera shares the magnesium shell with the K-7 as well as some of the interface doesn't mean they are the same camera. With a different, higher mp and ISO sensor, it has to be a different beast, never mind the new af. Furthermore, both have the magnesium shell in the front whereas the Nikon K-7 wannabe has it in the back with plastic in the front.

09-28-2010, 08:22 AM	#26
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by johnmflores 2010 September 26 In an unprecedented move, Photokina representatives have retracted the Star award recently awarded to the Pentax K-5 at the 2010 edition of the show. Chair of the Star Selection Committee, Lowe Crumplerberger, was quoted as saying, "The Pentax K-5, by all appearances, seems to a be a significant improvement upon the K-7, and more importantly, a viable alternative to offerings by other manufacturers. Many on the selection committee shared this view, and lauded Pentax on taking this path. "However, after announcing the Star award, it has come to our attention that ten or perhaps fifteen people on PentaxForums.com are dissatisfied with the specifications of the camera as well as Pentax's inability to control rumors and misinformation being spread on the Internet. In light of this, and despite the considered opinions of the industry and press, we must regretfully retract the Star Award. The camera is crap."

09-28-2010, 08:45 AM	#28
dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	This is really terrific news! Pentax should celebrate by offering it with a 2year warranty. Seriously--it would be a great way to leverage the triumph.

09-28-2010, 09:03 AM	#29
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by dadipentak This is really terrific news! Pentax should celebrate by offering it with a 2year warranty. Seriously--it would be a great way to leverage the triumph. That's a good idea only make it a 1 + 2 = 3 yr thing like they were doing with the K20d. Ned: Could you put down your D-Lux-5 or X1 and come over here a minute.

09-28-2010, 09:13 AM	#30
Ubuntu_user Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,545	Originally posted by johnmflores 2010 September 26 In an unprecedented move, Photokina representatives have retracted the Star award recently awarded to the Pentax K-5 at the 2010 edition of the show. Chair of the Star Selection Committee, Lowe Crumplerberger, was quoted as saying, "The Pentax K-5, by all appearances, seems to a be a significant improvement upon the K-7, and more importantly, a viable alternative to offerings by other manufacturers. Many on the selection committee shared this view, and lauded Pentax on taking this path. "However, after announcing the Star award, it has come to our attention that ten or perhaps fifteen people on PentaxForums.com are dissatisfied with the specifications of the camera as well as Pentax's inability to control rumors and misinformation being spread on the Internet. In light of this, and despite the considered opinions of the industry and press, we must regretfully retract the Star Award. The camera is crap." You had me for a minute... By the time I made it to the end I was laughing violently.