Pentax 645Z Q&A with Ricoh Imaging

JCPentax · 04-14-2014, 06:41 PM

Originally posted by clawhammer

Thanks for answering my early question even though it wasn't exactly on-topic

I've got one more: When will high-ISO samples be available?

Not sure, but we will get them posted as soon as they are available.

eliallan · 04-14-2014, 06:44 PM

Are there any video samples available? Video is not a market Pentax really goes after, but depending on how the video is processed off the sensor it could be very good or very bad from a sensor this big. I'd be interested in any thoughts you might have on how it works with the 645Z. Thanks!

JCPentax · 04-14-2014, 06:47 PM

Originally posted by eliallan

Are there any video samples available? Video is not a market Pentax really goes after, but depending on how the video is processed off the sensor it could be very good or very bad from a sensor this big. I'd be interested in any thoughts you might have on how it works with the 645Z. Thanks!

No samples yet, but members of the press seemed very excited when we briefed them on the camera. The 645Z should offer shallower depth of field and more dynamic range than cameras with smaller sensors.

**jatrax** · 04-14-2014, 06:53 PM - **1 Like**

JC thank you for answering questions and spending some time here. It is very much appreciated and hope you will consider doing something similar in the future. The community here very much wants to learn about and support Pentax and the best way to build a mutual relationship is with dialog.

Thanks again!

VoiceOfReason · 04-14-2014, 06:59 PM

Any chance of an adapter and crop modes?

JCPentax · 04-14-2014, 07:00 PM

Originally posted by jatrax

JC thank you for answering questions and spending some time here. It is very much appreciated and hope you will consider doing something similar in the future. The community here very much wants to learn about and support Pentax and the best way to build a mutual relationship is with dialog.

Thanks again!

You are very welcome. We are always lurking in the background listening to what is said on Pentax Forums (not in an "NSA" way

), but will try to take a more active roll.

mikemike · 04-14-2014, 07:24 PM

I didn't see it mentioned in the specs, but I assume max sync speed is still 1/180

Adam · 04-14-2014, 07:30 PM

Originally posted by mikemike

I didn't see it mentioned in the specs, but I assume max sync speed is still 1/180

1/125s as per the specs

Ayoh · 04-14-2014, 08:03 PM

It seems the only advantage that medium format rivals have over the Pentax offering is leaf shutter lenses for high speed studio sync. What solution do you offer for professional studio photographers who need fasts sync speeds with studio flash?

Kunzite · 04-14-2014, 11:43 PM

Originally posted by JCPentax

The 645Z will be available through our retail partners nationwide as well as on the web store. We have been talking to them about this camera for several weeks and there is a lot of excitement at retail.

---------- Post added 04-14-2014 at 07:17 PM ----------

We are absolutely making a huge push with medium format. There is a tremendous opportunity for Ricoh Imaging due to the specifications and the price of the 645Z.

What a difference from the 645D launch, when (IIRC) you were not sure if there is a large enough market! Could you comment a bit about what was changed since then? It's Hoya vs. Ricoh? Something else? Thank you.

P.S. Thanks for not giving up on us

04-14-2014, 07:00 PM	#21
JCPentax Inactive Account Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 146 Original Poster	Originally posted by jatrax JC thank you for answering questions and spending some time here. It is very much appreciated and hope you will consider doing something similar in the future. The community here very much wants to learn about and support Pentax and the best way to build a mutual relationship is with dialog. Thanks again! You are very welcome. We are always lurking in the background listening to what is said on Pentax Forums (not in an "NSA" way), but will try to take a more active roll. Last edited by JCPentax; 04-14-2014 at 07:11 PM.

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by mikemike I didn't see it mentioned in the specs, but I assume max sync speed is still 1/180 1/125s as per the specs Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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04-14-2014, 06:41 PM	#16
JCPentax Inactive Account Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 146 Original Poster	Originally posted by clawhammer Thanks for answering my early question even though it wasn't exactly on-topic I've got one more: When will high-ISO samples be available? Not sure, but we will get them posted as soon as they are available.

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eliallan Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Flagstaff, AZ Photos: Albums Posts: 43	Are there any video samples available? Video is not a market Pentax really goes after, but depending on how the video is processed off the sensor it could be very good or very bad from a sensor this big. I'd be interested in any thoughts you might have on how it works with the 645Z. Thanks!

04-14-2014, 06:47 PM	#18
JCPentax Inactive Account Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 146 Original Poster	Originally posted by eliallan Are there any video samples available? Video is not a market Pentax really goes after, but depending on how the video is processed off the sensor it could be very good or very bad from a sensor this big. I'd be interested in any thoughts you might have on how it works with the 645Z. Thanks! No samples yet, but members of the press seemed very excited when we briefed them on the camera. The 645Z should offer shallower depth of field and more dynamic range than cameras with smaller sensors.

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jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	JC thank you for answering questions and spending some time here. It is very much appreciated and hope you will consider doing something similar in the future. The community here very much wants to learn about and support Pentax and the best way to build a mutual relationship is with dialog. Thanks again!

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VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	Any chance of an adapter and crop modes?

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mikemike Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: New Orleans Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,053	I didn't see it mentioned in the specs, but I assume max sync speed is still 1/180

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Ayoh Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Melbourne Posts: 341	It seems the only advantage that medium format rivals have over the Pentax offering is leaf shutter lenses for high speed studio sync. What solution do you offer for professional studio photographers who need fasts sync speeds with studio flash?

04-14-2014, 11:43 PM	#25
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,132	Originally posted by JCPentax The 645Z will be available through our retail partners nationwide as well as on the web store. We have been talking to them about this camera for several weeks and there is a lot of excitement at retail. ---------- Post added 04-14-2014 at 07:17 PM ---------- We are absolutely making a huge push with medium format. There is a tremendous opportunity for Ricoh Imaging due to the specifications and the price of the 645Z. What a difference from the 645D launch, when (IIRC) you were not sure if there is a large enough market! Could you comment a bit about what was changed since then? It's Hoya vs. Ricoh? Something else? Thank you. P.S. Thanks for not giving up on us