KP custom，DFA*85/1.4 CP+ Exhibit

bobmaxja · 02-27-2019, 07:28 PM

Nice Pentax glove from the guy on the right.
Snap-on cover as I said I believe..

nocturnal · 02-27-2019, 07:45 PM - **1 Like**

Looking more like 645s to me

**Larrymc** · 02-27-2019, 07:49 PM

Originally posted by OoKU

All of this stuff with the KP sort of reminds me of the cosmetic "Boy Racer" modifications done to many Asian built compact cars like the Honda Civic. Not a lot of functionality but strong in cosmetic customization like the clip on cover for the prism housing. Anybody ever consider what the custom wooden grip would look like after a year or so of moderate use being held by a sweaty hand??

**monochrome** · 02-27-2019, 07:52 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Larrymc

All of this stuff with the KP sort of reminds me of the cosmetic "Boy Racer" modifications done to many Asian built compact cars like the Honda Civic. Not a lot of functionality but strong in cosmetic customization like the clip on cover for the prism housing. Anybody ever consider what the custom wooden grip would look like after a year or so of moderate use??

The same as the wooden Grip A for an LX after a year of use.

**Riggomatic** · 02-27-2019, 08:04 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

Indeed. A recent comparison of the DFA* with the FA:

That's progress for ya

Looks like your "Fit Fifty" is about to be eaten....cue the Jaws music

**Larrymc** · 02-27-2019, 08:05 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

The same as the wooden Grip A for an LX after a year of use.

So was it all shiny still or dull with the polyurethane worn off???

**monochrome** · 02-27-2019, 08:14 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Larrymc

So was it all shiny still or dull with the polyurethane worn off???

Why would the coating wear off? Especially urethane, which is more durable than shellac (did people urethane wood in 1980?).

I’ve seen 67 wooden grips where the wear from gripping is obvious, but they aren’t chipped or flaking.The rub marks are character.

OoKU · 02-27-2019, 09:07 PM - **2 Likes**

CP+2019?????????

gazonk · 02-27-2019, 11:14 PM

*What* is the purpose of that pentaprism cover? Except being the world’s first hotshoe cover that you won’t lose on your first day out with your new camera

Trickortreat · 02-28-2019, 12:17 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by nocturnal

I don't know Fuji but that is archaic, how can you have auto, program mode, shutter priority etc?

Its a working electronic controlled aperture, same thing as assigning aperture to the back wheel on any dslr, only with distinctive clicks. I prefer changing aperture on the lens barrel than body itself

funkythiru · 02-28-2019, 12:38 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by gazonk

*What* is the purpose of that pentaprism cover? Except being the world’s first hotshoe cover that you won’t lose on your first day out with your new camera

Helmet for the pentaprism?

Sandy Hancock · 02-28-2019, 12:41 AM - **2 Likes**

Now the details are out, I'm definitely *not* a fan of the pimped KP. On the other hand, it's nice to know Pentax hasn't completely given up on its quirky personality

The DFA*85 will be a home run I'm sure.

In other news, I just got my hands on my DA*11-18. First impressions are very good indeed....

reh321 · 02-28-2019, 06:49 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by gazonk

*What* is the purpose of that pentaprism cover? Except being the world’s first hotshoe cover that you won’t lose on your first day out with your new camera

Three months later, I still have mine on the KP - of course, I haven't used flash yet {not do I intend to}.

Doundounba · 02-28-2019, 09:44 AM

Well, FWIW, I think the KP Custom looks really good! Looking at the pics, they have it on display in multiple colors, so they might actually be serious about producing this... I think that would be great, but I'd really like to hear something about the timeframe for next gen top of the line APS-C body.

Mistral75 · 02-28-2019, 10:05 AM

Additional pictures, these ones taken by somebody from the Fujiya Camera shop フジヤカメラ店 (@fujiyacamera) | Twitter

There are also Pentax caps for those who would prefer such things.

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02-27-2019, 07:28 PM	#121
bobmaxja Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Laval, Quebec Canada Posts: 2,171	Nice Pentax glove from the guy on the right. Snap-on cover as I said I believe..

02-27-2019, 07:45 PM - 1 Like	#122
nocturnal Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery Posts: 507	Looking more like 645s to me

02-27-2019, 07:49 PM	#123
Larrymc Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Mississippi, USA Posts: 5,252	Originally posted by OoKU All of this stuff with the KP sort of reminds me of the cosmetic "Boy Racer" modifications done to many Asian built compact cars like the Honda Civic. Not a lot of functionality but strong in cosmetic customization like the clip on cover for the prism housing. Anybody ever consider what the custom wooden grip would look like after a year or so of moderate use being held by a sweaty hand??

02-27-2019, 07:52 PM - 1 Like	#124
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Larrymc All of this stuff with the KP sort of reminds me of the cosmetic "Boy Racer" modifications done to many Asian built compact cars like the Honda Civic. Not a lot of functionality but strong in cosmetic customization like the clip on cover for the prism housing. Anybody ever consider what the custom wooden grip would look like after a year or so of moderate use?? The same as the wooden Grip A for an LX after a year of use.

02-27-2019, 08:04 PM - 2 Likes	#125
Riggomatic Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Auburn, Indiana Photos: Albums Posts: 3,886	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock Indeed. A recent comparison of the DFA* with the FA: That's progress for ya Looks like your "Fit Fifty" is about to be eaten....cue the Jaws music

02-27-2019, 08:05 PM	#126
Larrymc Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Mississippi, USA Posts: 5,252	Originally posted by monochrome The same as the wooden Grip A for an LX after a year of use. So was it all shiny still or dull with the polyurethane worn off???

02-27-2019, 08:14 PM - 1 Like	#127
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by Larrymc So was it all shiny still or dull with the polyurethane worn off??? Why would the coating wear off? Especially urethane, which is more durable than shellac (did people urethane wood in 1980?). I’ve seen 67 wooden grips where the wear from gripping is obvious, but they aren’t chipped or flaking.The rub marks are character.

02-27-2019, 09:07 PM - 2 Likes	#128
OoKU Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2015 Posts: 740 Original Poster	CP+2019?????????

02-27-2019, 11:14 PM	#129
gazonk Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oslo area, Norway Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,746	What is the purpose of that pentaprism cover? Except being the world’s first hotshoe cover that you won’t lose on your first day out with your new camera

02-28-2019, 12:17 AM - 1 Like	#130
Trickortreat Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 561	Originally posted by nocturnal I don't know Fuji but that is archaic, how can you have auto, program mode, shutter priority etc? Its a working electronic controlled aperture, same thing as assigning aperture to the back wheel on any dslr, only with distinctive clicks. I prefer changing aperture on the lens barrel than body itself

02-28-2019, 12:38 AM - 1 Like	#131
funkythiru Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Chicago Posts: 291	Originally posted by gazonk What is the purpose of that pentaprism cover? Except being the world’s first hotshoe cover that you won’t lose on your first day out with your new camera Helmet for the pentaprism?

02-28-2019, 12:41 AM - 2 Likes	#132
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	Now the details are out, I'm definitely not a fan of the pimped KP. On the other hand, it's nice to know Pentax hasn't completely given up on its quirky personality The DFA85 will be a home run I'm sure. In other news, I just got my hands on my DA11-18. First impressions are very good indeed....

02-28-2019, 06:49 AM - 1 Like	#133
reh321 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: South Bend, IN, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,185	Originally posted by gazonk What is the purpose of that pentaprism cover? Except being the world’s first hotshoe cover that you won’t lose on your first day out with your new camera Three months later, I still have mine on the KP - of course, I haven't used flash yet {not do I intend to}.

02-28-2019, 09:44 AM	#134
Doundounba Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Montréal QC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,351	Well, FWIW, I think the KP Custom looks really good! Looking at the pics, they have it on display in multiple colors, so they might actually be serious about producing this... I think that would be great, but I'd really like to hear something about the timeframe for next gen top of the line APS-C body.

02-28-2019, 10:05 AM	#135
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,527	Additional pictures, these ones taken by somebody from the Fujiya Camera shop フジヤカメラ店 (@fujiyacamera) \| Twitter There are also Pentax caps for those who would prefer such things.