K1 pics new update with da lenses this time

kenspo · 01-13-2016, 09:39 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by normhead

I'm looking forward to it Kenspo, but, first impressions are lasting impressions.

I know..all i can think is; WTF?

But they want to do everything in Japan first..so little we can do. Its when the camera is ready to ship, they want to use my pictures. I get 2 FF's so I'm happy anyway..haha

**c.a.m** · 01-13-2016, 09:40 AM

Originally posted by normhead

I'm left to think, I can take images I like with my K-3, hopefully the K-1 will be better.

I was thinking the same thing - except, "I have taken images like that with my K-5 II and non-FA Ltd lenses. Why do I need a K-1?" I think that their images would attract a bit of 'constructive criticism' if they were posted in the PF Critique forum. Geez - It shouldn't be too hard for exciting images to be produced by a K-1/FA Ltd combination - where are they?

I generally don't put much stock in marketing pitches. In this case, I'm finding Ricoh's 'teaser' series odd and frustrating. I'm intrigued by the K-1, but not finding much excitement in the teasers. It is promising that they're promoting backwards compatibility, while also acknowledging the FA Ltd greatness. They need to do more, though. Maybe we'll see the full picture in February.

edit: I do like their matter-of-fact, non-hyperbolic language in the teaser. It seems characteristic of Pentax print advertising of the past.

- Craig

bertwert · 01-13-2016, 09:42 AM

Originally posted by davidsladek

As pointed earlier, if this is not a mistake, there is the first confirmation of a new update to FA Limiteds:
• Lens used: HD PENTAX-FA 77mm F1.8 Limited

I think that just might be a typo...

kenspo · 01-13-2016, 09:42 AM

Originally posted by ffking

I've never owned a Nikon camera, and I've used Pentax cameras for over 30 years, but it would be a sad, sad day if Nikon went under, or were no longer able to drive up standards in the areas that they do

agree..we need all the big ones. Competition makes everyone better.

Canon has cancelled all ambassador deals over here. Nikon want to change theirs + that Nikon has almost everyone in their system go. They are down from around 15-20 to only 4 here. Those 4 has to do all the jobs..from beeing sales rep. to work in the storehouse

So be happy in the long run, that Ricoh thinks ahead..slowly growing and stronger.

RonHendriks1966 · 01-13-2016, 09:45 AM

Originally posted by kenspo

Nikon is playing hard. They are in deep shit, so they are going all in. Ricoh are slowly building stone by stone. There is the difference.

But not long until Pentax can show pics of rockstars

When they use them in advertisement ofcourse one has to realise that you have to pay those rockstars.

Franc · 01-13-2016, 09:53 AM

Originally posted by kenspo

Ricoh thinks ahead..slowly growing and stronger.

that alone kept me buying pentax stuff. I'm always in for the long run, not the cheap and easy part. Changing system every couple of years cost more and the other grass is always greener. Personally i rather have a system that fits my needs and that is not necessarily the top of everyone's bill!

kenspo · 01-13-2016, 09:54 AM

Originally posted by RonHendriks1966

When they use them in advertisement ofcourse one has to realise that you have to pay those rockstars.

There are some grey areas there. My pics never used in commercial use and advertisements. Ricoh uses my pics in sales towards stores, local dealers, meetings etc. And to show what the camera can produce. Then its up to the copyright holder, and that would be me

Only if i start selling pics and making an income that way, that i need to pay anyone

Last edited by kenspo; 01-13-2016 at 10:00 AM.

RonHendriks1966 · 01-13-2016, 10:34 AM

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JibbaJab · 01-13-2016, 10:42 AM

I wonder why Ricoh didn't go with the tried and true marketing technique of publishing sample photos featuring attractive young women? Then no one would complain. With only one eye in focus because it's FF, and a giant woman because it's Pentax.

RonHendriks1966 · 01-13-2016, 10:43 AM

Originally posted by kenspo

There are some grey areas there. My pics never used in commercial use and advertisements. Ricoh uses my pics in sales towards stores, local dealers, meetings etc. And to show what the camera can produce. Then its up to the copyright holder, and that would be me

Only if i start selling pics and making an income that way, that i need to pay anyone

What is the point in this? You need to sell camera's to customers and they might want to see what it is capable of.

apete · 01-13-2016, 10:48 AM

Originally posted by normhead

The suspension bridge image has OOF grass in front of parts of the bridge. The wild roses image has the background showing way too much detail, it just looks busy and the wide angle shot, come on, wait a bit until it's a sunset, and find someplace interesting to shoot. I try and do that every time I go out. They are unprofessional in so many ways, I could write pages.

Norm, that photos are intentional

They are leaving taking nice and attractive photos to Pentax community

gorme · 01-13-2016, 10:48 AM

I just noticed a 'FX2' mark above the info button... Any clue of what it could be ?

bertwert · 01-13-2016, 10:50 AM

Originally posted by gorme

I just noticed a 'FX2' mark above the info button... Any clue of what it could be ?

Function 2...

gorme · 01-13-2016, 10:52 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

Function 2...

Yep of course

But is there a button we can program or is it just a mysterious feature we still don't know ?

bertwert · 01-13-2016, 10:53 AM

Originally posted by gorme

Yep of course But is there a button we can program or is it just a mysterious feature we still don't know ?

Function buttons are programmable buttons...

01-13-2016, 09:40 AM	#512
c.a.m Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,193	Originally posted by normhead I'm left to think, I can take images I like with my K-3, hopefully the K-1 will be better. I was thinking the same thing - except, "I have taken images like that with my K-5 II and non-FA Ltd lenses. Why do I need a K-1?" I think that their images would attract a bit of 'constructive criticism' if they were posted in the PF Critique forum. Geez - It shouldn't be too hard for exciting images to be produced by a K-1/FA Ltd combination - where are they? I generally don't put much stock in marketing pitches. In this case, I'm finding Ricoh's 'teaser' series odd and frustrating. I'm intrigued by the K-1, but not finding much excitement in the teasers. It is promising that they're promoting backwards compatibility, while also acknowledging the FA Ltd greatness. They need to do more, though. Maybe we'll see the full picture in February. edit: I do like their matter-of-fact, non-hyperbolic language in the teaser. It seems characteristic of Pentax print advertising of the past. - Craig Last edited by c.a.m; 01-13-2016 at 09:44 AM. Reason: Added another observation.

01-13-2016, 10:34 AM	#518
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01-13-2016, 09:39 AM - 1 Like	#511
kenspo Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Oslo Posts: 2,207	Originally posted by normhead I'm looking forward to it Kenspo, but, first impressions are lasting impressions. I know..all i can think is; WTF? But they want to do everything in Japan first..so little we can do. Its when the camera is ready to ship, they want to use my pictures. I get 2 FF's so I'm happy anyway..haha

01-13-2016, 09:42 AM	#513
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by davidsladek As pointed earlier, if this is not a mistake, there is the first confirmation of a new update to FA Limiteds: • Lens used: HD PENTAX-FA 77mm F1.8 Limited I think that just might be a typo...

01-13-2016, 09:42 AM	#514
kenspo Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Oslo Posts: 2,207	Originally posted by ffking I've never owned a Nikon camera, and I've used Pentax cameras for over 30 years, but it would be a sad, sad day if Nikon went under, or were no longer able to drive up standards in the areas that they do agree..we need all the big ones. Competition makes everyone better. Canon has cancelled all ambassador deals over here. Nikon want to change theirs + that Nikon has almost everyone in their system go. They are down from around 15-20 to only 4 here. Those 4 has to do all the jobs..from beeing sales rep. to work in the storehouse So be happy in the long run, that Ricoh thinks ahead..slowly growing and stronger.

01-13-2016, 09:45 AM	#515
RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	Originally posted by kenspo Nikon is playing hard. They are in deep shit, so they are going all in. Ricoh are slowly building stone by stone. There is the difference. But not long until Pentax can show pics of rockstars When they use them in advertisement ofcourse one has to realise that you have to pay those rockstars.

01-13-2016, 09:53 AM	#516
Franc Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Hoevelaken Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,214	Originally posted by kenspo Ricoh thinks ahead..slowly growing and stronger. that alone kept me buying pentax stuff. I'm always in for the long run, not the cheap and easy part. Changing system every couple of years cost more and the other grass is always greener. Personally i rather have a system that fits my needs and that is not necessarily the top of everyone's bill!

01-13-2016, 09:54 AM	#517
kenspo Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Oslo Posts: 2,207	Originally posted by RonHendriks1966 When they use them in advertisement ofcourse one has to realise that you have to pay those rockstars. There are some grey areas there. My pics never used in commercial use and advertisements. Ricoh uses my pics in sales towards stores, local dealers, meetings etc. And to show what the camera can produce. Then its up to the copyright holder, and that would be me Only if i start selling pics and making an income that way, that i need to pay anyone Last edited by kenspo; 01-13-2016 at 10:00 AM.

01-13-2016, 10:42 AM	#519
JibbaJab Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Southern California Posts: 362	I wonder why Ricoh didn't go with the tried and true marketing technique of publishing sample photos featuring attractive young women? Then no one would complain. With only one eye in focus because it's FF, and a giant woman because it's Pentax.

01-13-2016, 10:43 AM	#520
RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	Originally posted by kenspo There are some grey areas there. My pics never used in commercial use and advertisements. Ricoh uses my pics in sales towards stores, local dealers, meetings etc. And to show what the camera can produce. Then its up to the copyright holder, and that would be me Only if i start selling pics and making an income that way, that i need to pay anyone What is the point in this? You need to sell camera's to customers and they might want to see what it is capable of.

01-13-2016, 10:48 AM	#521
apete Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Posts: 249	Originally posted by normhead The suspension bridge image has OOF grass in front of parts of the bridge. The wild roses image has the background showing way too much detail, it just looks busy and the wide angle shot, come on, wait a bit until it's a sunset, and find someplace interesting to shoot. I try and do that every time I go out. They are unprofessional in so many ways, I could write pages. Norm, that photos are intentional They are leaving taking nice and attractive photos to Pentax community

01-13-2016, 10:48 AM	#522
gorme Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Galway - Ireland Posts: 213	I just noticed a 'FX2' mark above the info button... Any clue of what it could be ?

01-13-2016, 10:50 AM	#523
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by gorme I just noticed a 'FX2' mark above the info button... Any clue of what it could be ? Function 2...

01-13-2016, 10:52 AM	#524
gorme Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Galway - Ireland Posts: 213	Originally posted by bertwert Function 2... Yep of course But is there a button we can program or is it just a mysterious feature we still don't know ?

01-13-2016, 10:53 AM	#525
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by gorme Yep of course But is there a button we can program or is it just a mysterious feature we still don't know ? Function buttons are programmable buttons...