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Simen1 · 03-03-2016, 03:38 AM - **1 Like**

You could probably drive nails with the K-5II too, but I have no intention of finding out for sure.

Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all.

**WPRESTO** · 03-03-2016, 08:49 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

actually, you probably could use a K-1 to do this.

Must give it a try as soon as I pop it out of the box.

If memory serves (older I get, the more vacations it takes) I've a camera hit the ground three times, always when I was careless not fully respreading tripod legs when moving one spot to another. Only one permanent damage: killed the light meter on a Canon EF. However, my K20 has a cracked base plate and I've no idea how it happened (not driving nails). Camera still works perfectly, however. I'm not convinced that metal is always superior to plastic. Sometimes it seems a bit like thinking the quality of a car is in the sound a door makes when slammed and a tire makes when kicked.

Nicolas06 · 03-03-2016, 02:35 PM

Originally posted by Simen1

You could probably drive nails with the K-5II too, but I have no intention of finding out for sure.

Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all.

And why so? I mean objectively rather than say Sony give me better videos blablabla...

A pro video cam, very different than DSLR, and if you are serious about video you'd much preffer your video cam. There no ways around that. They are simply better suited.

reh321 · 03-03-2016, 04:19 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Simen1

Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all.

I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices; I do not like scanner/printer combinations, for example. If both video and stills are important, then I firmly believe the user should buy one specialized device for each. Pentax should do what they do best, and leave the fancy alternatives to those who have the resources to develop multiple product lines.

**monochrome** · 03-03-2016, 05:01 PM

Originally posted by Simen1

You could probably drive nails with the K-5II too, but I have no intention of finding out for sure.

Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all.

Null hypothesis. There is no relationship benefit to any video capability in a dSLR.

Simen1 · 03-04-2016, 01:29 AM

Originally posted by reh321

I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices; I do not like scanner/printer combinations, for example. If both video and stills are important, then I firmly believe the user should buy one specialized device for each. Pentax should do what they do best, and leave the fancy alternatives to those who have the resources to develop multiple product lines.

Good point. I recently bought a printer and a separate scanner and a few days ago I put my old printer, scanner, copyer for sale. I got no responses yet so I might give it away for free.

Originally posted by monochrome

Null hypothesis. There is no relationship benefit to any video capability in a dSLR.

I guess that is true, video is not my strong side. I just use it occasionally since its built in, I have it with me, and my low quality camcorder have been in a drawer for the last couple of years.

noelpolar · 03-04-2016, 02:24 AM

I only occasionally use my K5II or K3 for video..... short grabs mostly whilst on holiday..... I must admit I was very impressed with the quality given all the negetive stuff people have posted ....... just shows ya!

So many on this forum are 1 percenters....

**ffking** · 03-04-2016, 03:09 AM

Originally posted by reh321

I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices

me neither

gazonk · 03-04-2016, 04:21 AM

Originally posted by reh321

I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices;

Agreed, I much prefer 100-in-1 devices (AKA smartphones)

DagT · 03-04-2016, 05:02 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by reh321

I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices.

Like zoom lenses?

D1N0 · 03-04-2016, 05:07 AM

Originally posted by DagT

Like zoom lenses?

zoom lenses have are infinity in one devices

bxf · 03-04-2016, 05:48 AM

Originally posted by WPRESTO

If memory serves (older I get, the more vacations it takes)...

...my K20 has a cracked base plate and I've no idea how it happened...

I'm seeing a worrying pattern here

Dieseler · 03-04-2016, 08:38 AM

Originally posted by Digitalis

actually, you probably could use a K-1 to do this.

For those who want a camera to drive nails:

Youtu.be

(it even comes with a phone).

Cynog Ap Brychan · 03-04-2016, 10:23 PM

Best use for anything Sony!

BrianL · 03-05-2016, 01:59 AM

Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan

Best use for anything Sony!

Apart from their sensors, of course. 😀
Brian

03-04-2016, 05:48 AM	#762
bxf Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lisbon area Posts: 1,660	Originally posted by WPRESTO If memory serves (older I get, the more vacations it takes)... ...my K20 has a cracked base plate and I've no idea how it happened... I'm seeing a worrying pattern here Last edited by bxf; 03-04-2016 at 07:45 PM.

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03-03-2016, 03:38 AM - 1 Like	#751
Simen1 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tromsø, Norway Photos: Albums Posts: 1,031	You could probably drive nails with the K-5II too, but I have no intention of finding out for sure. Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all.

03-03-2016, 08:49 AM	#752
WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,138	Originally posted by Digitalis actually, you probably could use a K-1 to do this. Must give it a try as soon as I pop it out of the box. If memory serves (older I get, the more vacations it takes) I've a camera hit the ground three times, always when I was careless not fully respreading tripod legs when moving one spot to another. Only one permanent damage: killed the light meter on a Canon EF. However, my K20 has a cracked base plate and I've no idea how it happened (not driving nails). Camera still works perfectly, however. I'm not convinced that metal is always superior to plastic. Sometimes it seems a bit like thinking the quality of a car is in the sound a door makes when slammed and a tire makes when kicked.

03-03-2016, 02:35 PM	#753
Nicolas06 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 4,854	Originally posted by Simen1 You could probably drive nails with the K-5II too, but I have no intention of finding out for sure. Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all. And why so? I mean objectively rather than say Sony give me better videos blablabla... A pro video cam, very different than DSLR, and if you are serious about video you'd much preffer your video cam. There no ways around that. They are simply better suited.

03-03-2016, 04:19 PM - 2 Likes	#754
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,185	Originally posted by Simen1 Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all. I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices; I do not like scanner/printer combinations, for example. If both video and stills are important, then I firmly believe the user should buy one specialized device for each. Pentax should do what they do best, and leave the fancy alternatives to those who have the resources to develop multiple product lines.

03-03-2016, 05:01 PM	#755
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Simen1 You could probably drive nails with the K-5II too, but I have no intention of finding out for sure. Maybe I'm heavily biased in this question, but If I had to choose between using a dslr as a 2-in-1 device or a camcorder as a 2-in-1 device, I would hands down choose the dslr in 11 of 10 cases, so I feel the other way around argument is not comparable at all. Null hypothesis. There is no relationship benefit to any video capability in a dSLR.

03-04-2016, 01:29 AM	#756
Simen1 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Tromsø, Norway Photos: Albums Posts: 1,031	Originally posted by reh321 I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices; I do not like scanner/printer combinations, for example. If both video and stills are important, then I firmly believe the user should buy one specialized device for each. Pentax should do what they do best, and leave the fancy alternatives to those who have the resources to develop multiple product lines. Good point. I recently bought a printer and a separate scanner and a few days ago I put my old printer, scanner, copyer for sale. I got no responses yet so I might give it away for free. Originally posted by monochrome Null hypothesis. There is no relationship benefit to any video capability in a dSLR. I guess that is true, video is not my strong side. I just use it occasionally since its built in, I have it with me, and my low quality camcorder have been in a drawer for the last couple of years.

03-04-2016, 02:24 AM	#757
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	I only occasionally use my K5II or K3 for video..... short grabs mostly whilst on holiday..... I must admit I was very impressed with the quality given all the negetive stuff people have posted ....... just shows ya! So many on this forum are 1 percenters....

03-04-2016, 03:09 AM	#758
ffking Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Old South Wales Posts: 6,039	Originally posted by reh321 I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices me neither

03-04-2016, 04:21 AM	#759
gazonk Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oslo area, Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,746	Originally posted by reh321 I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices; Agreed, I much prefer 100-in-1 devices (AKA smartphones)

03-04-2016, 05:02 AM - 1 Like	#760
DagT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Oslo Posts: 110	Originally posted by reh321 I have never been a fan of 2-in-1 devices. Like zoom lenses?

03-04-2016, 05:07 AM	#761
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	Originally posted by DagT Like zoom lenses? zoom lenses have are infinity in one devices

03-04-2016, 10:23 PM	#764
Cynog Ap Brychan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Gloucester Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,199	Best use for anything Sony!

03-05-2016, 01:59 AM	#765
BrianL Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 38	Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan Best use for anything Sony! Apart from their sensors, of course. 😀 Brian