New Pentax cameras 2013

the swede · 05-14-2013, 12:53 PM

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Germswissfrancan.

Nooo! You did it again!

gazonk · 05-14-2013, 01:12 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

Your science and my science, it seems, are in conflict.

Oops, this is literally a HOT topic, so as much as I would like to comment on this (and I tend to agree with you): Isn't it time to take this to the General Talk part somewhere?

We really, really need news on new cameras now

thibs · 05-14-2013, 01:55 PM

Originally posted by gazonk

Oops, this is literally a HOT topic, so as much as I would like to comment on this (and I tend to agree with you): Isn't it time to take this to the General Talk part somewhere?

We really, really need news on new cameras now

And a modo

**Ash** · 05-14-2013, 02:16 PM

We shall get back on topic now. Global warming can be discussed in the plethora of threads addressing it in General Talk.

**monochrome** · 05-14-2013, 02:17 PM

Originally posted by gazonk

Oops, this is literally a HOT topic, so as much as I would like to comment on this (and I tend to agree with you): Isn't it time to take this to the General Talk part somewhere?

We really, really need news on new cameras now

I agree. But I do get bored waiting for the cameras.

I recently blocked News and Rumors and General Talk and I just reset my bookmark to open directly in the Mirrorless Forum. Now the only threads on Browse New Posts are Pictures and Marketplace.

tclausen · 05-14-2013, 03:46 PM

Originally posted by the swede

Nooo! You did it again!

Ah, I see that the occupational force has also infiltrated this forum....don't let the past 400 years fool you, we're watching you, one of these days our provinces will return to us

Back on topic a bit, I'm visiting Japan this week for work, and found an occasion to stop by Yodobashi - a huge Japanese camera (& other gadget) shop. Pentax is relatively prominently displayed, and they seem to stock the full series of everything. That's, of course, not surprising, Yodobashi prides itself on having....everything in stock.

What was of note, however, was that I didn't see any physical copy of the new APS-C GR, much to my disappointment. Rather large displays, card-board displays etc. with it, an oddly, a much advertised Ricoh GR gadget bag - but no sight of the camera. Didn't have time to inquire the sales-staff, though

Got to play with the MX-1, man that's a nice camera. Two things struck me, however: (i) it's got a lens cap, which renders it a little less obvious as a "grab and shoot" widget, and (ii) it's somewhat bigger. While it feels solid and good, I can't help but wonder that either a bigger sensor in it (like the GR) or a more compact/pocketable form-factor....as well as an integrated-lens-cover....would help it in the battle with similar form-factor cameras from the competition. That is, if they want to sell it to the masses, not to enthusiasts.

Racer X 69 · 05-14-2013, 09:45 PM

Originally posted by tclausen

You're doing this on purpose

Maybe.

Originally posted by GoremanX

You know what's really funny? Reading the first page of this thread, and then skipping right to the last page (before this post)... then trying to guess what the hell transpired in the intervening pages that caused the discussion to devolve to such a ridiculous state.

Have you come to a conclusion then?

Originally posted by the swede

Nooo! You did it again!

The Devil made me do it.

Originally posted by Ash

We shall get back on topic now. Global warming can be discussed in the plethora of threads addressing it in General Talk.

So with higher ISO settings available these latest digital cameras generate considerable heat when recording long exposures. Surely that excess heat can't be good for the climate, can it?

Class A · 05-15-2013, 12:09 AM

I didn't see this one mentioned anywhere else yet...

**Digitalis** · 05-15-2013, 02:46 AM

Originally posted by Class A

I didn't see this one mentioned anywhere else yet...

that is because it isn't real...

Class A · 05-15-2013, 03:11 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

that is because it isn't real...

I know, because I faked it...

Just a bit of fun. Enjoying the K-5 II, I'm noticing a few differences to the K100D.

NickLarsson · 05-15-2013, 04:40 AM

Originally posted by tclausen

What was of note, however, was that I didn't see any physical copy of the new APS-C GR, much to my disappointment. Rather large displays, card-board displays etc. with it, an oddly, a much advertised Ricoh GR gadget bag - but no sight of the camera.

Because it seems it's already out of stock over there.

cali92rs · 05-15-2013, 04:54 AM

Originally posted by Class A

I didn't see this one mentioned anywhere else yet...

Attachment 172225

It is so good, Pentax decided to bypass the K-6 and go directly to the K-6ii

Mistral75 · 05-15-2013, 06:08 AM

A bit of reading for those who intend to stay (almost) on topic:

Weekend Humor: Pentax Finally Enters the Full Frame Market - The Phoblographer

VoiceOfReason · 05-15-2013, 09:27 AM

I guess that one article showing 2 new Pentax DSLRs in April was wrong.

Quicksand · 05-15-2013, 09:45 AM

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

I guess that one article showing 2 new Pentax DSLRs in April was wrong.

Relax, give it some time. Today is only April 45.

05-14-2013, 03:46 PM	#981
tclausen Veteran Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 1,397	Originally posted by the swede Nooo! You did it again! Ah, I see that the occupational force has also infiltrated this forum....don't let the past 400 years fool you, we're watching you, one of these days our provinces will return to us Back on topic a bit, I'm visiting Japan this week for work, and found an occasion to stop by Yodobashi - a huge Japanese camera (& other gadget) shop. Pentax is relatively prominently displayed, and they seem to stock the full series of everything. That's, of course, not surprising, Yodobashi prides itself on having....everything in stock. What was of note, however, was that I didn't see any physical copy of the new APS-C GR, much to my disappointment. Rather large displays, card-board displays etc. with it, an oddly, a much advertised Ricoh GR gadget bag - but no sight of the camera. Didn't have time to inquire the sales-staff, though Got to play with the MX-1, man that's a nice camera. Two things struck me, however: (i) it's got a lens cap, which renders it a little less obvious as a "grab and shoot" widget, and (ii) it's somewhat bigger. While it feels solid and good, I can't help but wonder that either a bigger sensor in it (like the GR) or a more compact/pocketable form-factor....as well as an integrated-lens-cover....would help it in the battle with similar form-factor cameras from the competition. That is, if they want to sell it to the masses, not to enthusiasts. Last edited by tclausen; 05-14-2013 at 03:52 PM.

05-15-2013, 12:09 AM	#983
Class A Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 11,251	K-6 Anyone I didn't see this one mentioned anywhere else yet... Last edited by Class A; 05-15-2013 at 02:47 PM.

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05-14-2013, 12:53 PM	#976
the swede Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 2,310	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Germswissfrancan. Nooo! You did it again!

05-14-2013, 01:12 PM	#977
gazonk Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oslo area, Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,746	Originally posted by monochrome Your science and my science, it seems, are in conflict. Oops, this is literally a HOT topic, so as much as I would like to comment on this (and I tend to agree with you): Isn't it time to take this to the General Talk part somewhere? We really, really need news on new cameras now

05-14-2013, 01:55 PM	#978
thibs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Belgium Photos: Albums Posts: 7,001	Originally posted by gazonk Oops, this is literally a HOT topic, so as much as I would like to comment on this (and I tend to agree with you): Isn't it time to take this to the General Talk part somewhere? We really, really need news on new cameras now And a modo

05-14-2013, 02:16 PM	#979
Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	We shall get back on topic now. Global warming can be discussed in the plethora of threads addressing it in General Talk.

05-14-2013, 02:17 PM	#980
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by gazonk Oops, this is literally a HOT topic, so as much as I would like to comment on this (and I tend to agree with you): Isn't it time to take this to the General Talk part somewhere? We really, really need news on new cameras now I agree. But I do get bored waiting for the cameras. I recently blocked News and Rumors and General Talk and I just reset my bookmark to open directly in the Mirrorless Forum. Now the only threads on Browse New Posts are Pictures and Marketplace.

05-14-2013, 09:45 PM	#982
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,068	Originally posted by tclausen You're doing this on purpose Maybe. Originally posted by GoremanX You know what's really funny? Reading the first page of this thread, and then skipping right to the last page (before this post)... then trying to guess what the hell transpired in the intervening pages that caused the discussion to devolve to such a ridiculous state. Have you come to a conclusion then? Originally posted by the swede Nooo! You did it again! The Devil made me do it. Originally posted by Ash We shall get back on topic now. Global warming can be discussed in the plethora of threads addressing it in General Talk. So with higher ISO settings available these latest digital cameras generate considerable heat when recording long exposures. Surely that excess heat can't be good for the climate, can it?

05-15-2013, 02:46 AM	#984
Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,694	Originally posted by Class A I didn't see this one mentioned anywhere else yet... that is because it isn't real...

05-15-2013, 03:11 AM	#985
Class A Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 11,251	Originally posted by Digitalis that is because it isn't real... I know, because I faked it... Just a bit of fun. Enjoying the K-5 II, I'm noticing a few differences to the K100D.

05-15-2013, 04:40 AM	#986
NickLarsson Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Paris, France Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,390	Originally posted by tclausen What was of note, however, was that I didn't see any physical copy of the new APS-C GR, much to my disappointment. Rather large displays, card-board displays etc. with it, an oddly, a much advertised Ricoh GR gadget bag - but no sight of the camera. Because it seems it's already out of stock over there.

05-15-2013, 04:54 AM	#987
cali92rs Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 3,354	Originally posted by Class A I didn't see this one mentioned anywhere else yet... Attachment 172225 It is so good, Pentax decided to bypass the K-6 and go directly to the K-6ii

05-15-2013, 06:08 AM	#988
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,527	A bit of reading for those who intend to stay (almost) on topic: Weekend Humor: Pentax Finally Enters the Full Frame Market - The Phoblographer

05-15-2013, 09:27 AM	#989
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	I guess that one article showing 2 new Pentax DSLRs in April was wrong.

05-15-2013, 09:45 AM	#990
Quicksand Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Ohio (formerly SF Bay Area) Posts: 1,519	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason I guess that one article showing 2 new Pentax DSLRs in April was wrong. Relax, give it some time. Today is only April 45.