Picture of K-1

bwDraco · 02-13-2016, 07:57 AM

There are rule-of-thirds and diagonal frame lines visible on the mirror; however, these do not reflect the APS-C sub-frame. Given that prior statements by Ricoh indicate that such a frame can be displayed in the viewfinder, this likely means there is a translucent polymer-network LCD in the viewfinder. That's precisely what a camera of this caliber needs; even entry-level models on the Canon and Nikon lineup have this feature.

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Not a Number · 02-13-2016, 08:04 AM

Originally posted by bwDraco

Given that prior statements by Ricoh indicate that such a frame can be displayed in the viewfinder, this likely means there is a translucent polymer-network LCD in the viewfinder.

LCDs use polarized light to increase the contrast on the "black" areas. How will this work with a polarizing filter on the lens?

bwDraco · 02-13-2016, 08:06 AM

Also noticed the AF frame on the mirror. It's reassuring that the sides of the AF frame span beyond the vertical rule-of-thirds lines, which means that it's not going to be a tiny cluster in the center. The AF grid would cover a substantial majority of the 16x24mm APS-C frame area.

---------- Post added 02-13-16 at 10:09 AM ----------

Originally posted by Not a Number

LCDs use polarized light to increase the contrast on the "black" areas. How will this work with a polarizing filter on the lens?

Not sure how this would be an issue, but I know Nikon has done this for more than 15 years (it was first used in the F80) and Canon has been using this technology since the EOS 7D was introduced in 2009.

Last edited by bwDraco; 02-13-2016 at 08:42 AM. Reason: Misspoke, meant "mirror" and not "viewfinder"

**ffking** · 02-13-2016, 08:10 AM

One thing at least is clear: the camera is called K-1 because there's no room for anything more

shakereduced · 02-13-2016, 08:27 AM

Originally posted by totsmuyco

How big is this handsome beast compared to its competitors? I hope it's a lot smaller and lighter.

Going by features, the DSLRs closest to the K-1 would be the Canon 5d3 and Nikon D810. The K-1 is 136.5 x 110 x 85.5 mm and weighs 925 g. The 5d3 is 152 x 116.4 x 76.4 and weighs 950 g. The D810 is 146 x 123 x 81.5 and weighs 980 g. So the K-1 is smaller and lighter than those.

Compared to Nikon and Canon's smaller full frame cameras with lesser specs, it's closer in size but weighs more. (Canon 6d is 144.5 x 110.5 x 71.2 and weighs 770 g, and Nikon D750 is 140.5 x 113 x 78 and weighs 840 g).

Also, if Sony is keeping the A99 around, that measures in at 147 x 111.2 x 78.4 and weighs 812 g.

DeadJohn · 02-13-2016, 08:31 AM

Originally posted by monochrome

Is that a wired remote door or an AC input door below the SDXC card door? What is that symbol?

Wired remote. My K-5 has the same symbol.

beholder3 · 02-13-2016, 08:37 AM

Originally posted by bwDraco

Also noticed the AF frame in the viewfinder.

Is there a larger picture available than these 500x440 pixel thingies? In these I cant see anything in the viewfinder.

bwDraco · 02-13-2016, 08:41 AM

Originally posted by beholder3

Is there a larger picture available than these 500x440 pixel thingies? In these I cant see anything in the viewfinder.

Scratch that, I meant "reflex mirror".

Mistral75 · 02-13-2016, 08:41 AM

Originally posted by beholder3

Is there a larger picture available than these 500x440 pixel thingies? In these I cant see anything in the viewfinder.

Not yet

. Don't look at the viewfinder, look at the mirror that reflects the focussing screen.

**monochrome** · 02-13-2016, 08:56 AM

Originally posted by Mistral75

Not yet

. Don't look at the viewfinder, look at the mirror that reflects the focussing screen.

Well I'll be . . . .

mee · 02-13-2016, 09:00 AM

Originally posted by bwDraco

Scratch that, I meant "reflex mirror".

Last night I was looking at that and wondering. There are two fat lines/rectangles to each side of center.. about a third out. And in center is a circle. Theres 45 degree, thin lines on the corner segments.

Does indeed look like a lot of guides/feedback available in the viewfinder.

Mistral75 · 02-13-2016, 09:05 AM

Originally posted by mee

Last night I was looking at that and wondering. There are two fat lines/rectangles to each side of center.. about a third out. And in center is a circle. Theres 45 degree, thin lines on the corner segments.

Does indeed look like a lot of guides/feedback available in the viewfinder.

There is also one bracket in each of the outer segments of the middle row, towards the centre of the screen.

Big Dave · 02-13-2016, 09:08 AM

It looks like it has a flip out screen. It is a beautiful camera. It seems t be a improved Nikon D810. I am moving on personally, when ever I use my K5II, I find myself missing the finder features of my A7II. Previewing my shots in the finder is wonderful. The LCD is always hard to see in bright sunlight.

gedasst · 02-13-2016, 09:14 AM

NO TOP Screen ?????

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02-13-2016, 07:57 AM	#121
bwDraco Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Photos: Albums Posts: 1,071	There are rule-of-thirds and diagonal frame lines visible on the mirror; however, these do not reflect the APS-C sub-frame. Given that prior statements by Ricoh indicate that such a frame can be displayed in the viewfinder, this likely means there is a translucent polymer-network LCD in the viewfinder. That's precisely what a camera of this caliber needs; even entry-level models on the Canon and Nikon lineup have this feature.

02-13-2016, 08:04 AM	#123
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Originally posted by bwDraco Given that prior statements by Ricoh indicate that such a frame can be displayed in the viewfinder, this likely means there is a translucent polymer-network LCD in the viewfinder. LCDs use polarized light to increase the contrast on the "black" areas. How will this work with a polarizing filter on the lens?

02-13-2016, 08:06 AM	#124
bwDraco Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Photos: Albums Posts: 1,071	Also noticed the AF frame on the mirror. It's reassuring that the sides of the AF frame span beyond the vertical rule-of-thirds lines, which means that it's not going to be a tiny cluster in the center. The AF grid would cover a substantial majority of the 16x24mm APS-C frame area. ---------- Post added 02-13-16 at 10:09 AM ---------- Originally posted by Not a Number LCDs use polarized light to increase the contrast on the "black" areas. How will this work with a polarizing filter on the lens? Not sure how this would be an issue, but I know Nikon has done this for more than 15 years (it was first used in the F80) and Canon has been using this technology since the EOS 7D was introduced in 2009. Last edited by bwDraco; 02-13-2016 at 08:42 AM. Reason: Misspoke, meant "mirror" and not "viewfinder"

02-13-2016, 08:10 AM	#125
ffking Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Old South Wales Posts: 6,038	One thing at least is clear: the camera is called K-1 because there's no room for anything more

02-13-2016, 08:27 AM	#126
shakereduced Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Posts: 40	Originally posted by totsmuyco How big is this handsome beast compared to its competitors? I hope it's a lot smaller and lighter. Going by features, the DSLRs closest to the K-1 would be the Canon 5d3 and Nikon D810. The K-1 is 136.5 x 110 x 85.5 mm and weighs 925 g. The 5d3 is 152 x 116.4 x 76.4 and weighs 950 g. The D810 is 146 x 123 x 81.5 and weighs 980 g. So the K-1 is smaller and lighter than those. Compared to Nikon and Canon's smaller full frame cameras with lesser specs, it's closer in size but weighs more. (Canon 6d is 144.5 x 110.5 x 71.2 and weighs 770 g, and Nikon D750 is 140.5 x 113 x 78 and weighs 840 g). Also, if Sony is keeping the A99 around, that measures in at 147 x 111.2 x 78.4 and weighs 812 g.

02-13-2016, 08:31 AM	#127
DeadJohn Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York Posts: 4,833	Originally posted by monochrome Is that a wired remote door or an AC input door below the SDXC card door? What is that symbol? Wired remote. My K-5 has the same symbol.

02-13-2016, 08:37 AM	#128
beholder3 Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 3,112	Originally posted by bwDraco Also noticed the AF frame in the viewfinder. Is there a larger picture available than these 500x440 pixel thingies? In these I cant see anything in the viewfinder.

02-13-2016, 08:41 AM	#129
bwDraco Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Photos: Albums Posts: 1,071	Originally posted by beholder3 Is there a larger picture available than these 500x440 pixel thingies? In these I cant see anything in the viewfinder. Scratch that, I meant "reflex mirror".

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Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,527	Originally posted by beholder3 Is there a larger picture available than these 500x440 pixel thingies? In these I cant see anything in the viewfinder. Not yet . Don't look at the viewfinder, look at the mirror that reflects the focussing screen.

02-13-2016, 08:56 AM	#131
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Mistral75 Not yet . Don't look at the viewfinder, look at the mirror that reflects the focussing screen. Well I'll be . . . .

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02-13-2016, 09:00 AM	#132
mee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7,403	Originally posted by bwDraco Scratch that, I meant "reflex mirror". Last night I was looking at that and wondering. There are two fat lines/rectangles to each side of center.. about a third out. And in center is a circle. Theres 45 degree, thin lines on the corner segments. Does indeed look like a lot of guides/feedback available in the viewfinder.

02-13-2016, 09:05 AM	#133
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,527	Originally posted by mee Last night I was looking at that and wondering. There are two fat lines/rectangles to each side of center.. about a third out. And in center is a circle. Theres 45 degree, thin lines on the corner segments. Does indeed look like a lot of guides/feedback available in the viewfinder. There is also one bracket in each of the outer segments of the middle row, towards the centre of the screen.

02-13-2016, 09:08 AM	#134
Big Dave Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 547	It looks like it has a flip out screen. It is a beautiful camera. It seems t be a improved Nikon D810. I am moving on personally, when ever I use my K5II, I find myself missing the finder features of my A7II. Previewing my shots in the finder is wonderful. The LCD is always hard to see in bright sunlight.

02-13-2016, 09:14 AM	#135
gedasst Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Klaipeda Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 78	NO TOP Screen ?????