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**THoog** · 02-09-2015, 07:55 AM

Originally posted by IchabodCrane

we already saw a transition in this thinking with the K-30 gaining colors beyond black and then the K-50 came out in multiple colors on it's launch date.

Huh? The only change was making multiple colors available in the US - they've been available in Japan all along. IIRC, the color history is something like this:

K-m/K2000 : Black at first, then a limited edition olive green (not in US), then the famous white "Stormtrooper" (both non-US and US).
K-x: Launched in US with Black/White/Navy, eight colors in Japan with custom options.
K-r: Launched in US and Europe with Black/White/Red, later five more colors in Europe, all twelve in Japan with custom options. All eight became available in US very late in cycle (I think WalMart online still has some purple ones).
K-30: Launched in US with Black/White/Crystal Blue, eight colors in Japan in satin and crystal versions, with custom options. All 16 colors became available in US just before the K-50 launched.
K-50: Launched in US with Black/White/Red, with ability to special order custom colors.

Last edited by THoog; 02-09-2015 at 09:09 AM.

IchabodCrane · 02-09-2015, 08:07 AM

Originally posted by THoog

Huh? The only change was making multiple colors available in the US - they've been available in Japan all along. IIRC, the color history is something like this:

K-m/K2000 : Black at first, then a limited edition olive green (not in US), then the famous white "Stormtrooper" (both non-US and US).
K-x: Launched in US with Black/White/Navy, eight colors in Japan with custom options.
K-r: Launched in US and Europe with Black/White/Red, later five more colors in Europe, all eight in Japan with custom options. All eight became available in US very late in cycle (I think WalMart online still has some purple ones).
K-30: Launched in US with Black/White/Crystal Blue, eight colors in Japan in satin and crystal versions, with custom options. All 16 colors became available in US just before the K-50 launched.
K-50: Launched in US with Black/White/Red, with ability to special order custom colors.

Thanks. I mis-stated what I meant. Unless I'm wrong (quite possible), it's only recently we've seen mufti-colored models instead of just models available in a few colors. Does that make more sense?

And sorry for being so unclear!

Not a Number · 02-09-2015, 08:20 AM

If the K-S2 has interval shooting, an AC adapter jack and USB tethering I would seriously consider this camera as an upgrade for my K10D. Lack of those on the K-S1 made it Not-For-Me. If I had a more current flagship I would have considered the K-S1 as a second body. More advanced tethering via WiFi (e.g. interval/time-lapse) would work if the apps could run on a PC or Mac would work instead of USB.

More colors would be nice.

bobell69 · 02-09-2015, 08:55 AM

Found this Russian link which shows the new DAL version of the retractable lens, but also shows the KS2 in multiple colours ????? ??????????? Pentax K-S2 ? SMC PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 DC WR RE - 7 ??????? 2015

mamethot · 02-09-2015, 09:03 AM

Why not! ;-)

**THoog** · 02-09-2015, 09:16 AM

Originally posted by Not a Number

If the K-S2 has interval shooting, an AC adapter jack and USB tethering I would seriously consider this camera as an upgrade for my K10D. Lack of those on the K-S1 made it Not-For-Me. If I had a more current flagship I would have considered the K-S1 as a second body. More advanced tethering via WiFi (e.g. interval/time-lapse) would work if the apps could run on a PC or Mac would work instead of USB.

More colors would be nice.

I'm pretty sure it will have an AC option (there's a rubber plug in the same place as the K-30/50), but I think it's in the form of a dummy battery with a cord.

Maybe we will see additional color "collections" later, like the K-S1. Be careful what you wish for! ('Sweets' collection, anyone?)

severalsnakes · 02-09-2015, 09:23 AM

Originally posted by bobell69

Found this Russian link which shows the new DAL version of the retractable lens, but also shows the KS2 in multiple colours ????? ??????????? Pentax K-S2 ? SMC PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 DC WR RE - 7 ??????? 2015

Looking great! I like the white and grey with green shoes! ^_^ I hope they get even more wild!

Thanks so much for sharing.

JimC1101 · 02-09-2015, 09:31 AM

Originally posted by Mistral75

Supports O-GPS1 GPS unit

(I have corrected my previous post)

In Photo Rumors it is stated as:

•Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1

I wonder what that really means. Maybe we will know tomorrow. It looks like a great upgrade though.

Mistral75 · 02-09-2015, 09:42 AM

Originally posted by bobell69

Found this Russian link which shows the new DAL version of the retractable lens, but also shows the KS2 in multiple colours ????? ??????????? Pentax K-S2 ? SMC PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 DC WR RE - 7 ??????? 2015

It's not the smc DA L version but the HD DA one: you can read HD on the top right of the picture.

The other pictures with the multiple colours are identical to those provided by Digital Camera Info two days ago, see for instance

Originally posted by JPT

More information with colour variations.

Google Translate

Looks like a new WG camera is coming too.

---------- Post added 02-07-15 at 01:14 PM ----------

And also there will be a separate HD version of the kit lens! I might be interested in that.

Kunzite · 02-09-2015, 09:46 AM

Originally posted by JimC1101

In Photo Rumors it is stated as:

•Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1

I wonder what that really means. Maybe we will know tomorrow. It looks like a great upgrade though.

It means they don't have a clue?

Docrwm · 02-09-2015, 10:03 AM

Originally posted by JimC1101

In Photo Rumors it is stated as:

•Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1

I wonder what that really means. Maybe we will know tomorrow. It looks like a great upgrade though.

I wonder as well because we had a seller dumping O-GPS1 units at $125ish this weekend on eBay (lowest for BNIB I have ever seen).

timcatn · 02-09-2015, 10:03 AM

Originally posted by kenspo

K-S2 will have one neat feature, that i cant see mentioned above. I havent heard any other dslr that have this..But correct me if im wrong..AFTER all the specs are out there :P hehe

Wil all be revealed at CP+ ?

D1N0 · 02-09-2015, 10:05 AM

Originally posted by timcatn

Wil all be revealed at CP+ ?

I think tomorrow.

simon_199 · 02-09-2015, 10:06 AM

He mentions the spec sheet, so i think we just have to wait till 23:00 CET, if i am not mistaken that's 5 hours. But i'm not good with timezone conversion :P

Mistral75 · 02-09-2015, 10:21 AM

Originally posted by JimC1101

In Photo Rumors it is stated as:

•Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1

I wonder what that really means. (...).

A translation error. Photo Rumors clearly states:

"Via Digicame-info"

and Digital Camera Info is pretty clear on this topic:

"- GPSユニットO-GPS1対応"

which means (literally translated) "GPS unit O-GPS1 support"

02-09-2015, 09:42 AM	#444
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,387	Originally posted by bobell69 Found this Russian link which shows the new DAL version of the retractable lens, but also shows the KS2 in multiple colours ????? ??????????? Pentax K-S2 ? SMC PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 DC WR RE - 7 ??????? 2015 It's not the smc DA L version but the HD DA one: you can read HD on the top right of the picture. The other pictures with the multiple colours are identical to those provided by Digital Camera Info two days ago, see for instance Originally posted by JPT More information with colour variations. Google Translate Looks like a new WG camera is coming too. ---------- Post added 02-07-15 at 01:14 PM ---------- And also there will be a separate HD version of the kit lens! I might be interested in that. Last edited by Mistral75; 02-09-2015 at 09:50 AM.

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02-09-2015, 07:55 AM	#436
THoog Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,684	Originally posted by IchabodCrane we already saw a transition in this thinking with the K-30 gaining colors beyond black and then the K-50 came out in multiple colors on it's launch date. Huh? The only change was making multiple colors available in the US - they've been available in Japan all along. IIRC, the color history is something like this: K-m/K2000 : Black at first, then a limited edition olive green (not in US), then the famous white "Stormtrooper" (both non-US and US). K-x: Launched in US with Black/White/Navy, eight colors in Japan with custom options. K-r: Launched in US and Europe with Black/White/Red, later five more colors in Europe, all twelve in Japan with custom options. All eight became available in US very late in cycle (I think WalMart online still has some purple ones). K-30: Launched in US with Black/White/Crystal Blue, eight colors in Japan in satin and crystal versions, with custom options. All 16 colors became available in US just before the K-50 launched. K-50: Launched in US with Black/White/Red, with ability to special order custom colors. Last edited by THoog; 02-09-2015 at 09:09 AM.

02-09-2015, 08:07 AM	#437
IchabodCrane Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,728	Originally posted by THoog Huh? The only change was making multiple colors available in the US - they've been available in Japan all along. IIRC, the color history is something like this: K-m/K2000 : Black at first, then a limited edition olive green (not in US), then the famous white "Stormtrooper" (both non-US and US). K-x: Launched in US with Black/White/Navy, eight colors in Japan with custom options. K-r: Launched in US and Europe with Black/White/Red, later five more colors in Europe, all eight in Japan with custom options. All eight became available in US very late in cycle (I think WalMart online still has some purple ones). K-30: Launched in US with Black/White/Crystal Blue, eight colors in Japan in satin and crystal versions, with custom options. All 16 colors became available in US just before the K-50 launched. K-50: Launched in US with Black/White/Red, with ability to special order custom colors. Thanks. I mis-stated what I meant. Unless I'm wrong (quite possible), it's only recently we've seen mufti-colored models instead of just models available in a few colors. Does that make more sense? And sorry for being so unclear!

02-09-2015, 08:20 AM	#438
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,328	If the K-S2 has interval shooting, an AC adapter jack and USB tethering I would seriously consider this camera as an upgrade for my K10D. Lack of those on the K-S1 made it Not-For-Me. If I had a more current flagship I would have considered the K-S1 as a second body. More advanced tethering via WiFi (e.g. interval/time-lapse) would work if the apps could run on a PC or Mac would work instead of USB. More colors would be nice.

02-09-2015, 08:55 AM	#439
bobell69 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Courtenay BC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 498	Found this Russian link which shows the new DAL version of the retractable lens, but also shows the KS2 in multiple colours ????? ??????????? Pentax K-S2 ? SMC PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 DC WR RE - 7 ??????? 2015

02-09-2015, 09:03 AM	#440
mamethot Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Greater Montreal Area Posts: 736	Why not! ;-)

02-09-2015, 09:16 AM	#441
THoog Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,684	Originally posted by Not a Number If the K-S2 has interval shooting, an AC adapter jack and USB tethering I would seriously consider this camera as an upgrade for my K10D. Lack of those on the K-S1 made it Not-For-Me. If I had a more current flagship I would have considered the K-S1 as a second body. More advanced tethering via WiFi (e.g. interval/time-lapse) would work if the apps could run on a PC or Mac would work instead of USB. More colors would be nice. I'm pretty sure it will have an AC option (there's a rubber plug in the same place as the K-30/50), but I think it's in the form of a dummy battery with a cord. Maybe we will see additional color "collections" later, like the K-S1. Be careful what you wish for! ('Sweets' collection, anyone?)

02-09-2015, 09:23 AM	#442
severalsnakes Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Kansas City, KS Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,612	Originally posted by bobell69 Found this Russian link which shows the new DAL version of the retractable lens, but also shows the KS2 in multiple colours ????? ??????????? Pentax K-S2 ? SMC PENTAX-DA L 18-50mm F4-5.6 DC WR RE - 7 ??????? 2015 Looking great! I like the white and grey with green shoes! ^_^ I hope they get even more wild! Thanks so much for sharing.

02-09-2015, 09:31 AM	#443
JimC1101 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Fremont, Ca Photos: Albums Posts: 395	Originally posted by Mistral75 Supports O-GPS1 GPS unit (I have corrected my previous post) In Photo Rumors it is stated as: •Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1 I wonder what that really means. Maybe we will know tomorrow. It looks like a great upgrade though.

02-09-2015, 09:46 AM	#445
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,131	Originally posted by JimC1101 In Photo Rumors it is stated as: •Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1 I wonder what that really means. Maybe we will know tomorrow. It looks like a great upgrade though. It means they don't have a clue?

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Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by JimC1101 In Photo Rumors it is stated as: •Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1 I wonder what that really means. Maybe we will know tomorrow. It looks like a great upgrade though. I wonder as well because we had a seller dumping O-GPS1 units at $125ish this weekend on eBay (lowest for BNIB I have ever seen).

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02-09-2015, 10:03 AM	#447
timcatn Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Trondheim Posts: 237	Originally posted by kenspo K-S2 will have one neat feature, that i cant see mentioned above. I havent heard any other dslr that have this..But correct me if im wrong..AFTER all the specs are out there :P hehe Wil all be revealed at CP+ ?

02-09-2015, 10:05 AM	#448
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,801	Originally posted by timcatn Wil all be revealed at CP+ ? I think tomorrow.

02-09-2015, 10:06 AM	#449
simon_199 Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 604	He mentions the spec sheet, so i think we just have to wait till 23:00 CET, if i am not mistaken that's 5 hours. But i'm not good with timezone conversion :P

02-09-2015, 10:21 AM	#450
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,387	Originally posted by JimC1101 In Photo Rumors it is stated as: •Built-in GPS unit O-GPS1 I wonder what that really means. (...). A translation error. Photo Rumors clearly states: "Via Digicame-info" and Digital Camera Info is pretty clear on this topic: "- GPSユニットO-GPS1対応" which means (literally translated) "GPS unit O-GPS1 support"

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