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Cynog Ap Brychan · 06-30-2015, 03:23 AM

I often add vignetting to my photographs in post processing, so it's not always a problem!

LXNights · 06-30-2015, 12:22 PM

Originally posted by Pål Jensen

I seriously doubt a Tamron rep knows anything about a Pentax FF apart from what he reads on this forum...

He knows more than he will tell. Tamron is aware of Pentax's resurgence. When the full frame comes out, it will much easier to make FF lenses for the camer as oppose to designing APS-C glass, to the point where Tamron can afford to cater to pentax users. The same cannot be said for someone like Olympus, not as much, anyway.

Stavri · 06-30-2015, 01:26 PM

It seems the 42mpx rumor is persisting on the web. Kenspo did say that Pentax late 2015 unveiling and 2016 release is due to them waiting on the availability of the latest (Sony) sensors. Given that FF dslrs have a longer lifespan between reiterations having the latest sensor would be a very smart move on Pentax and their consumer base.

D1N0 · 06-30-2015, 01:42 PM

Originally posted by Stavri

Kenspo did say that Pentax late 2015 unveiling and 2016 release is due to them waiting on the availability of the latest (Sony) sensors.

I don't think he said that. He only said he didn't think from what Ricoh told him the 42mp a7r2 sensor would be in the FF, but he could be wrong about that because of them 'playing around'. Maybe sony has a new sensor that's still up their sleeve. Or maybe it'll be a variation on the A7RII sensor based on a Pentax prescription. or aimed at dslrs.

cfraz · 06-30-2015, 01:53 PM

Originally posted by Stavri

2016 release

Link?

Stavri · 06-30-2015, 01:54 PM

Originally posted by D1N0

I don't think he said that. He only said he didn't think from what Ricoh told him the 42mp a7r2 sensor would be in the FF, but he could be wrong about that because of them 'playing around'. Maybe sony has a new sensor that's still up their sleeve. Or maybe it'll be a variation on the A7RII sensor based on a Pentax prescription. or aimed at dslrs.

Well he's been "criticized" for not paying attention to such details in the past...( like the K3ii would have a new sensor), so I wouldn't read to much into his past posts...
I've been skeptical of Sony's marketing strategy on their Tier 1 sensor products, so I'm not holding my breath on such speculations...

**Pål Jensen** · 06-30-2015, 02:29 PM - **1 Like**

The 42mp rumor originated here based on nothing but the existence of the sensor.

bxf · 06-30-2015, 04:15 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by rawr

Good idea. I must try it next time I cut the lawn.

Probably a bad idea to risk spoiling your lawn. However, do feel free to experiment on mine

D1N0 · 06-30-2015, 04:17 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Stavri

Well he's been "criticized" for not paying attention to such details in the past...( like the K3ii would have a new sensor), so I wouldn't read to much into his past posts...
I've been skeptical of Sony's marketing strategy on their Tier 1 sensor products, so I'm not holding my breath on such speculations...

I' d rather speculate on the basis of what Kenspo says than on the basis of what other people say he said, but actually didn't.

tromboads · 07-01-2015, 04:37 AM - **1 Like**

Just give us the 16MP sensor from the D4 / DF and be done with it!

kenspo · 07-01-2015, 07:10 AM

Originally posted by tromboads

Just give us the 16MP sensor from the D4 / DF and be done with it!

VoiceOfReason · 07-01-2015, 07:19 AM

A low MP sensor would be the fastest way for me to not buy an FF.

enoeske · 07-01-2015, 07:22 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

A low MP sensor would be the fastest way for me to not buy an FF.

A very high MP sensor would be the fastest way for me to not buy a FF

And your opinion is just as valid as mine.

**Rondec** · 07-01-2015, 07:36 AM - **1 Like**

Assuming similar performance with regard to SNR and dynamic range between low and high megapixel sensor, why wouldn't you choose the higher megapixel sensor?

The biggest problem with the lower megapixel sensors to me, is the fact that they really lose dynamic range in low iso situations. DXO Mark tested DF at dynamic range of 13.1 EVs at base iso, D810 at 14.8 EVs at base iso. Difference in high iso is just 2800 versus 3200 -- a tiny difference.

kenspo · 07-01-2015, 07:41 AM

Cant please everyone

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06-30-2015, 03:23 AM	#166
Cynog Ap Brychan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Gloucester Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,199	I often add vignetting to my photographs in post processing, so it's not always a problem!

06-30-2015, 12:22 PM	#167
LXNights Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: New England Photos: Gallery Posts: 150	Originally posted by Pål Jensen I seriously doubt a Tamron rep knows anything about a Pentax FF apart from what he reads on this forum... He knows more than he will tell. Tamron is aware of Pentax's resurgence. When the full frame comes out, it will much easier to make FF lenses for the camer as oppose to designing APS-C glass, to the point where Tamron can afford to cater to pentax users. The same cannot be said for someone like Olympus, not as much, anyway.

06-30-2015, 01:26 PM	#168
Stavri Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: at a Bean & Leaf Photos: Albums Posts: 1,832	It seems the 42mpx rumor is persisting on the web. Kenspo did say that Pentax late 2015 unveiling and 2016 release is due to them waiting on the availability of the latest (Sony) sensors. Given that FF dslrs have a longer lifespan between reiterations having the latest sensor would be a very smart move on Pentax and their consumer base.

06-30-2015, 01:42 PM	#169
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	Originally posted by Stavri Kenspo did say that Pentax late 2015 unveiling and 2016 release is due to them waiting on the availability of the latest (Sony) sensors. I don't think he said that. He only said he didn't think from what Ricoh told him the 42mp a7r2 sensor would be in the FF, but he could be wrong about that because of them 'playing around'. Maybe sony has a new sensor that's still up their sleeve. Or maybe it'll be a variation on the A7RII sensor based on a Pentax prescription. or aimed at dslrs.

06-30-2015, 01:53 PM	#170
cfraz Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Oregon, USA Posts: 521	Originally posted by Stavri 2016 release Link?

06-30-2015, 01:54 PM	#171
Stavri Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: at a Bean & Leaf Photos: Albums Posts: 1,832	Originally posted by D1N0 I don't think he said that. He only said he didn't think from what Ricoh told him the 42mp a7r2 sensor would be in the FF, but he could be wrong about that because of them 'playing around'. Maybe sony has a new sensor that's still up their sleeve. Or maybe it'll be a variation on the A7RII sensor based on a Pentax prescription. or aimed at dslrs. Well he's been "criticized" for not paying attention to such details in the past...( like the K3ii would have a new sensor), so I wouldn't read to much into his past posts... I've been skeptical of Sony's marketing strategy on their Tier 1 sensor products, so I'm not holding my breath on such speculations...

06-30-2015, 02:29 PM - 1 Like	#172
Pål Jensen Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Norway Photos: Albums Posts: 4,371	The 42mp rumor originated here based on nothing but the existence of the sensor.

06-30-2015, 04:15 PM - 1 Like	#173
bxf Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lisbon area Posts: 1,660	Originally posted by rawr Good idea. I must try it next time I cut the lawn. Probably a bad idea to risk spoiling your lawn. However, do feel free to experiment on mine

06-30-2015, 04:17 PM - 3 Likes	#174
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	Originally posted by Stavri Well he's been "criticized" for not paying attention to such details in the past...( like the K3ii would have a new sensor), so I wouldn't read to much into his past posts... I've been skeptical of Sony's marketing strategy on their Tier 1 sensor products, so I'm not holding my breath on such speculations... I' d rather speculate on the basis of what Kenspo says than on the basis of what other people say he said, but actually didn't.

07-01-2015, 04:37 AM - 1 Like	#175
tromboads Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Melbs Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,240	Just give us the 16MP sensor from the D4 / DF and be done with it!

07-01-2015, 07:10 AM	#176
kenspo Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Oslo Posts: 2,207	Originally posted by tromboads Just give us the 16MP sensor from the D4 / DF and be done with it!

07-01-2015, 07:19 AM	#177
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	A low MP sensor would be the fastest way for me to not buy an FF.

07-01-2015, 07:22 AM - 1 Like	#178
enoeske Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Surprise, Az Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,136	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason A low MP sensor would be the fastest way for me to not buy an FF. A very high MP sensor would be the fastest way for me to not buy a FF And your opinion is just as valid as mine.

07-01-2015, 07:36 AM - 1 Like	#179
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Assuming similar performance with regard to SNR and dynamic range between low and high megapixel sensor, why wouldn't you choose the higher megapixel sensor? The biggest problem with the lower megapixel sensors to me, is the fact that they really lose dynamic range in low iso situations. DXO Mark tested DF at dynamic range of 13.1 EVs at base iso, D810 at 14.8 EVs at base iso. Difference in high iso is just 2800 versus 3200 -- a tiny difference.

07-01-2015, 07:41 AM	#180
kenspo Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Oslo Posts: 2,207	Cant please everyone