Originally posted by Clavius I couldn't care less. They can close up shop for all I care. This video camera is the most stupid move they ever made.
I find it stupefying that people like Clavius are whining so hard about better video. Video has played a huge part of the success of many large sensored still cameras in recent years (e.g. 5D Mk 2, Panasonic GH series, etc.). There is high demand for "all-in-one" cameras that are capable of providing high quality imaging, both stills and video, at a reasonable price, something that a video capable DSLR is perfect for. At the same time every review trashes Pentax cameras for their weak video features, many of which can be easily addressed.
Therefore Ricoh is being very smart and greatly improving video, attracting the aforementioned markets, rather than people who want a deliberately crippled camera. All modern sensors are video capable, basic software already exists, and adding a few ports and buttons adds little to the cost. Don't want 'em? Don't use 'em.
Why are you even here anyway? The K-3 is guaranteed to be as good or better than the K-5 series in still imaging in every way. If this camera is crap, then all current Pentax cameras must be beyond crap to you.
Last edited by Cannikin; 10-04-2013 at 11:20 PM.