Pentax K-70 camera registered by the Korean Radio Research Agency

OoKU · 05-19-2016, 07:25 AM - **1 Like**

Ricoh registered a new Pentax K-70 camera with the Korean Radio Research Agency (RRA). My guess is that this new camera will be announced during the Photokina show in September and it will be a replacement for the current K-50 model. Stay tuned for additional details.

Via Digicame-info
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RonHendriks1966 · 05-19-2016, 07:27 AM

This makes sense. K-50 replacement with 20mp sensor, wifi and af-system from K-3.

Imp · 05-19-2016, 07:37 AM

So would it be without an articulating screen, same body styling as the K-50? It seems strange to run the K-x0 line simultaneously to the new K-sx line... that wouldn't be good if the entry level camera lineups got confused and messy like the Canon lineup. Do we need 3 APS-C models? Just some thoughts...

Not a Number · 05-19-2016, 07:41 AM - **2 Likes**

Hasn't Ricoh said numerous times the K-S2 was not a replacement for the K-50? Would would it be stranges - the S series are supposed to independent of of the K series.

Imp · 05-19-2016, 07:44 AM

Originally posted by Not a Number

Hasn't Ricoh said numerous times the K-S2 was not a replacement for the K-50? Would would it be stranges - the S series are supposed to independent of of the K series.

That makes sense... but what are the major differences? They are going to continue the K-x0 line without adding an articulating screen, or headphone inputs, or...

I'm interested with what they're going to do with this camera, just because I have no idea what level camera it'll be at.

Kenspo!! Tell us something!

FantasticMrFox · 05-19-2016, 08:12 AM

Weird, I always thought the K-S2 is the K-50 replacement. How are they going to differentiate between the two feature wise?

**UncleVanya** · 05-19-2016, 08:22 AM

Originally posted by FantasticMrFox

Weird, I always thought the K-S2 is the K-50 replacement. How are they going to differentiate between the two feature wise?

Pentax stated the kS series was not the same line but everyone ignores this.

The KS-2 lacks s PTTL mastering flash, and it has a lower buffer capacity (effectively due to higher sensor density I assume). I had always hoped a new replacement for the k-50 would rectify this.

JPT · 05-19-2016, 08:23 AM

This is just my guess, but I think the idea of the K-S line is that it is supposed to be for more consumer-oriented, flashy designs. On the other hand, K is for more classic, enthusiast-oriented designs. The other possibility is that they are justretiring the K-S branding because it wasn't received very well.

I notice that the K-50 has now moved off the current products list on this page.
?? | RICOH IMAGING
It was definitely still there at the weekend.

Biro · 05-19-2016, 08:33 AM

Pentax, at one time, offered three current APS-C cameras. So it's not impossible for them to do it again. But here's a thought: What if the K-70 is truly beefed up over the K-50 and becomes the K-3 replacement with the K-S line taking over the K-50's position? I'm sure I'm over thinking this. But what are they going to call the next premium APS-C camera? K-1 is taken.

Adam · 05-19-2016, 08:53 AM

Originally posted by Biro

Pentax, at one time, offered three current APS-C cameras. So it's not impossible for them to do it again. But here's a thought: What if the K-70 is truly beefed up over the K-50 and becomes the K-3 replacement with the K-S line taking over the K-50's position? I'm sure I'm over thinking this. But what are they going to call the next premium APS-C camera? K-1 is taken.

Well, they have 5 right now (K-50, K-3, K-3 II, K-S1, K-S2) so I wouldn't want to see a downgrade

Since the K-50 is out of production at the moment and is turning 3 years old (base hardware 4 years old), it would make sense for an updated model to replace it.

If they registered it with a radio agency then one thing is for sure: it'll have Wi-Fi.

As for market placement, it would still make sense to have entry-level, upper entry-level, mid-range, and advanced offerings. I do agree, however, that it might be worthwhile for Pentax to make an even higher specced APS-C model than the K-3 primarily for those who want to shoot action.

CarlJF · 05-19-2016, 09:01 AM

The K-50 certainly is due for an update! The K-70 could be to the K-3/K3ii what the K-50 was to the K-5/K5ii. Same sensor, same AF, same SR, but lower built quality and without some expert/pro features (double SD slot, battery grip, sync port...).

I hope it will have wireless control from the pop up flash!

starbase218 · 05-19-2016, 09:10 AM

Originally posted by JPT

This is just my guess, but I think the idea of the K-S line is that it is supposed to be for more consumer-oriented, flashy designs. On the other hand, K is for more classic, enthusiast-oriented designs.

That might be, but I wonder if the design alone is enough of a differentiator.

Originally posted by JPT

The other possibility is that they are justretiring the K-S branding because it wasn't received very well.

I don't think they have to retire the K-S line. They could just bring out new K-S cameras occasionally, which means they might not even have a K-S camera at all times. For naming, I'd say just count up. They did this with the K-S1 and K-S2, and they have done so with battery grips for ages (D-BG1/2/3/4/5/6...)

The K-S3 could be the "digital ME Super" some have been waiting for (except maybe not make it fullframe).

So whenever a K-S model is about to come out, you know it's something out of the ordinary, like a retro camera.

Quicksand · 05-19-2016, 09:33 AM - **3 Likes**

So the K-5 replaced the K-7.

And the K-70 will replace the K-50.

OK, sure. Why not?

**LaurenOE** · 05-19-2016, 09:36 AM - **1 Like**

Somewhere in all these APS-C choices...with be the camera with advanced video.

FantasticMrFox · 05-19-2016, 09:37 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Pentax stated the kS series was not the same line but everyone ignores this.

The KS-2 lacks s PTTL mastering flash, and it has a lower buffer capacity (effectively due to higher sensor density I assume). I had always hoped a new replacement for the k-50 would rectify this.

So where does it sit, above or below the K-X0 series?! Because to me the K-S2 looks slightly better specced (swivel screen etc.), but the difference is so small that I have trouble seeing them as two separate lines

05-19-2016, 07:25 AM - 1 Like	#1
OoKU Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 740	Pentax K-70 camera registered by the Korean Radio Research Agency Ricoh registered a new Pentax K-70 camera with the Korean Radio Research Agency (RRA). My guess is that this new camera will be announced during the Photokina show in September and it will be a replacement for the current K-50 model. Stay tuned for additional details. Via Digicame-info ?????????PENTAX K-70???? - ????info

05-19-2016, 08:53 AM	#10
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by Biro Pentax, at one time, offered three current APS-C cameras. So it's not impossible for them to do it again. But here's a thought: What if the K-70 is truly beefed up over the K-50 and becomes the K-3 replacement with the K-S line taking over the K-50's position? I'm sure I'm over thinking this. But what are they going to call the next premium APS-C camera? K-1 is taken. Well, they have 5 right now (K-50, K-3, K-3 II, K-S1, K-S2) so I wouldn't want to see a downgrade Since the K-50 is out of production at the moment and is turning 3 years old (base hardware 4 years old), it would make sense for an updated model to replace it. If they registered it with a radio agency then one thing is for sure: it'll have Wi-Fi. As for market placement, it would still make sense to have entry-level, upper entry-level, mid-range, and advanced offerings. I do agree, however, that it might be worthwhile for Pentax to make an even higher specced APS-C model than the K-3 primarily for those who want to shoot action. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	This makes sense. K-50 replacement with 20mp sensor, wifi and af-system from K-3.

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Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Hasn't Ricoh said numerous times the K-S2 was not a replacement for the K-50? Would would it be stranges - the S series are supposed to independent of of the K series.

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Imp Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Washington, DC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,749	Originally posted by Not a Number Hasn't Ricoh said numerous times the K-S2 was not a replacement for the K-50? Would would it be stranges - the S series are supposed to independent of of the K series. That makes sense... but what are the major differences? They are going to continue the K-x0 line without adding an articulating screen, or headphone inputs, or... I'm interested with what they're going to do with this camera, just because I have no idea what level camera it'll be at. Kenspo!! Tell us something!

05-19-2016, 08:12 AM	#6
FantasticMrFox Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Munich Posts: 2,339	Weird, I always thought the K-S2 is the K-50 replacement. How are they going to differentiate between the two feature wise?

05-19-2016, 08:22 AM	#7
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,459	Originally posted by FantasticMrFox Weird, I always thought the K-S2 is the K-50 replacement. How are they going to differentiate between the two feature wise? Pentax stated the kS series was not the same line but everyone ignores this. The KS-2 lacks s PTTL mastering flash, and it has a lower buffer capacity (effectively due to higher sensor density I assume). I had always hoped a new replacement for the k-50 would rectify this.

05-19-2016, 08:23 AM	#8
JPT Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,821	This is just my guess, but I think the idea of the K-S line is that it is supposed to be for more consumer-oriented, flashy designs. On the other hand, K is for more classic, enthusiast-oriented designs. The other possibility is that they are justretiring the K-S branding because it wasn't received very well. I notice that the K-50 has now moved off the current products list on this page. ?? \| RICOH IMAGING It was definitely still there at the weekend.

05-19-2016, 08:33 AM	#9
Biro Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,200	Pentax, at one time, offered three current APS-C cameras. So it's not impossible for them to do it again. But here's a thought: What if the K-70 is truly beefed up over the K-50 and becomes the K-3 replacement with the K-S line taking over the K-50's position? I'm sure I'm over thinking this. But what are they going to call the next premium APS-C camera? K-1 is taken.

05-19-2016, 09:01 AM	#11
CarlJF Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Quebec City Posts: 1,185	The K-50 certainly is due for an update! The K-70 could be to the K-3/K3ii what the K-50 was to the K-5/K5ii. Same sensor, same AF, same SR, but lower built quality and without some expert/pro features (double SD slot, battery grip, sync port...). I hope it will have wireless control from the pop up flash!

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starbase218 Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Planet Earth, Sol system, Milky Way galaxy, Universe Posts: 1,119	Originally posted by JPT This is just my guess, but I think the idea of the K-S line is that it is supposed to be for more consumer-oriented, flashy designs. On the other hand, K is for more classic, enthusiast-oriented designs. That might be, but I wonder if the design alone is enough of a differentiator. Originally posted by JPT The other possibility is that they are justretiring the K-S branding because it wasn't received very well. I don't think they have to retire the K-S line. They could just bring out new K-S cameras occasionally, which means they might not even have a K-S camera at all times. For naming, I'd say just count up. They did this with the K-S1 and K-S2, and they have done so with battery grips for ages (D-BG1/2/3/4/5/6...) The K-S3 could be the "digital ME Super" some have been waiting for (except maybe not make it fullframe). So whenever a K-S model is about to come out, you know it's something out of the ordinary, like a retro camera.

05-19-2016, 09:33 AM - 3 Likes	#13
Quicksand Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Ohio (formerly SF Bay Area) Posts: 1,519	So the K-5 replaced the K-7. And the K-70 will replace the K-50. OK, sure. Why not?

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FantasticMrFox Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Munich Posts: 2,339	Originally posted by UncleVanya Pentax stated the kS series was not the same line but everyone ignores this. The KS-2 lacks s PTTL mastering flash, and it has a lower buffer capacity (effectively due to higher sensor density I assume). I had always hoped a new replacement for the k-50 would rectify this. So where does it sit, above or below the K-X0 series?! Because to me the K-S2 looks slightly better specced (swivel screen etc.), but the difference is so small that I have trouble seeing them as two separate lines