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**Mutters** · 08-21-2020, 01:04 AM

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Not a lot to see here.

AB

**yucafrita** · 08-21-2020, 01:10 AM - **1 Like**

If the picture is final, the LCD is definitely fixed. The enlargement is undoubtedly. The eye sensor is nice.

But, why is the viewfinder yellow?

**BigMackCam** · 08-21-2020, 01:17 AM

Originally posted by yucafrita

why is the viewfinder yellow?

Coatings, most probably...

sundown · 08-21-2020, 01:18 AM

Originally posted by yucafrita

But, why is the viewfinder yellow?

Because this is is what the coating looks like under an angle.

**yucafrita** · 08-21-2020, 01:21 AM

Ahh, coating. Never noticed. My K-1 has it, indeed. My MZ-S not. I never paid attention to that.Thanks!

BarneyL · 08-21-2020, 02:03 AM - **12 Likes**

New episode of the series "Flagship without a name and specification".

Stay tuned for more non-news on Ricoh Imaging TV. Next time, we will discuss the materials used in the eyecup.

bxf · 08-21-2020, 02:19 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by BarneyL

New episode of the series "Flagship without a name and specification".

Stay tuned for more non-news on Ricoh Imaging TV. Next time, we will discuss the materials used in the eyecup.

Haha, despite the implied negativity, I enjoy good sarcasm

Paul the Sunman · 08-21-2020, 02:22 AM

What is the short slit facing downward at the base of the rear screen, and how is it compatible with weather sealing?

deus ursus · 08-21-2020, 02:23 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Paul the Sunman

What is the short slit facing downward at the base of the rear screen, and how is it compatible with weather sealing?

It's the reflection of the eyecup.

**BigMackCam** · 08-21-2020, 02:25 AM

Originally posted by Paul the Sunman

What is the short slit facing downward at the base of the rear screen, and how is it compatible with weather sealing?

The reflection of the viewfinder in the LCD screen (note how it's exactly the same position and width). The screen is inset slightly, unlike the K-3II where it sticks out beyond the OVF.

**robbiec** · 08-21-2020, 02:26 AM - **1 Like**

I always found that the O-ME53 gave a useful bit of extra nose relief which I will continue to use on K-New if compatible, looks to be though. Still unknown if the LCD is touch or not though.

**PJ1** · 08-21-2020, 02:27 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by Mutters

Not a lot to see here.

Originally posted by yucafrita

the LCD is definitely fixed.

Can't agree with either statement. In the images that compare the K-new with the K-3ii , the K-3ii the LCD has a smooth finish integrating it with the body. On the K-new there appears to be an air gap at the right edge. On the last image there would appear to be an air gap all round (or at least on the two sides visible). That does not mean there won't be a flush finish on the final version, but the same indicators have been there for months and I think this is the final version. I would say the LCD is movable. My guess is that you press on the bottom right of the LCD to release it.

Kunzite · 08-21-2020, 02:43 AM - **6 Likes**

Originally posted by PJ1

Can't agree with either statement. In the images that compare the K-new with the K-3ii , the K-3ii the LCD has a smooth finish integrating it with the body. On the K-new there appears to be an air gap at the right edge. On the last image there would appear to be an air gap all round (or at least on the two sides visible). That does not mean there won't be a flush finish on the final version, but the same indicators have been there for months and I think this is the final version. I would say the LCD is movable. My guess is that you press on the bottom right of the LCD to release it.

It doesn't matter if you "can" agree or not: the screen is fixed. And there is no "gap", the screen is simply glued to the camera. Unsurprisingly, it looks very similar to the GR III's.

P.S. Since they're presenting the camera and not a concept, it's safe to assume this is more or less the final version (or, at least, that no major changes would occur).

**PJ1** · 08-21-2020, 03:05 AM

Originally posted by Kunzite

it looks very similar to the GR III's.

It looks nothing like it to my eye. I guess we will see in a few months. (I am not looking for an argument. I never deny evidence I can see with my eyes and I don't care who disagrees.)

MMVIII · 08-21-2020, 03:10 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by PJ1

Can't agree with either statement. In the images that compare the K-new with the K-3ii , the K-3ii the LCD has a smooth finish integrating it with the body. On the K-new there appears to be an air gap at the right edge. On the last image there would appear to be an air gap all round (or at least on the two sides visible). That does not mean there won't be a flush finish on the final version, but the same indicators have been there for months and I think this is the final version. I would say the LCD is movable. My guess is that you press on the bottom right of the LCD to release it.

I'm afraid this is just not the case. Unless there will be a major change in construction, this is not a movable option.
The pictures show a close to final version, but there seems to be another variant, that has been shown in the videos. It has another texture on the joystick and the 'empty' button is labelled...
As Alex said, this screen seems ti be the same as in the GR III, just turned 180 degrees. There is no indication of any possibility to move it.

08-21-2020, 01:04 AM	#1
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08-21-2020, 01:10 AM - 1 Like	#2
yucafrita Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 459	If the picture is final, the LCD is definitely fixed. The enlargement is undoubtedly. The eye sensor is nice. But, why is the viewfinder yellow?

08-21-2020, 01:17 AM	#3
BigMackCam Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North-East of England Posts: 15,990	Originally posted by yucafrita why is the viewfinder yellow? Coatings, most probably...

08-21-2020, 01:18 AM	#4
sundown Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 445	Originally posted by yucafrita But, why is the viewfinder yellow? Because this is is what the coating looks like under an angle.

08-21-2020, 01:21 AM	#5
yucafrita Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 459	Ahh, coating. Never noticed. My K-1 has it, indeed. My MZ-S not. I never paid attention to that.Thanks!

08-21-2020, 02:03 AM - 12 Likes	#6
BarneyL Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2017 Posts: 500	New episode of the series "Flagship without a name and specification". Stay tuned for more non-news on Ricoh Imaging TV. Next time, we will discuss the materials used in the eyecup.

08-21-2020, 02:19 AM - 3 Likes	#7
bxf Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lisbon area Posts: 1,591	Originally posted by BarneyL New episode of the series "Flagship without a name and specification". Stay tuned for more non-news on Ricoh Imaging TV. Next time, we will discuss the materials used in the eyecup. Haha, despite the implied negativity, I enjoy good sarcasm

08-21-2020, 02:22 AM	#8
Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,931	What is the short slit facing downward at the base of the rear screen, and how is it compatible with weather sealing?

08-21-2020, 02:23 AM - 3 Likes	#9
deus ursus Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Stårheim, Norway Posts: 575	Originally posted by Paul the Sunman What is the short slit facing downward at the base of the rear screen, and how is it compatible with weather sealing? It's the reflection of the eyecup.

08-21-2020, 02:25 AM	#10
BigMackCam Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North-East of England Posts: 15,990	Originally posted by Paul the Sunman What is the short slit facing downward at the base of the rear screen, and how is it compatible with weather sealing? The reflection of the viewfinder in the LCD screen (note how it's exactly the same position and width). The screen is inset slightly, unlike the K-3II where it sticks out beyond the OVF.

08-21-2020, 02:26 AM - 1 Like	#11
robbiec Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 1,555	I always found that the O-ME53 gave a useful bit of extra nose relief which I will continue to use on K-New if compatible, looks to be though. Still unknown if the LCD is touch or not though.

08-21-2020, 02:27 AM - 4 Likes	#12
PJ1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Mosquito Creek, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,454	Originally posted by Mutters Not a lot to see here. Originally posted by yucafrita the LCD is definitely fixed. Can't agree with either statement. In the images that compare the K-new with the K-3ii , the K-3ii the LCD has a smooth finish integrating it with the body. On the K-new there appears to be an air gap at the right edge. On the last image there would appear to be an air gap all round (or at least on the two sides visible). That does not mean there won't be a flush finish on the final version, but the same indicators have been there for months and I think this is the final version. I would say the LCD is movable. My guess is that you press on the bottom right of the LCD to release it.

08-21-2020, 02:43 AM - 6 Likes	#13
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 13,545	Originally posted by PJ1 Can't agree with either statement. In the images that compare the K-new with the K-3ii , the K-3ii the LCD has a smooth finish integrating it with the body. On the K-new there appears to be an air gap at the right edge. On the last image there would appear to be an air gap all round (or at least on the two sides visible). That does not mean there won't be a flush finish on the final version, but the same indicators have been there for months and I think this is the final version. I would say the LCD is movable. My guess is that you press on the bottom right of the LCD to release it. It doesn't matter if you "can" agree or not: the screen is fixed. And there is no "gap", the screen is simply glued to the camera. Unsurprisingly, it looks very similar to the GR III's. P.S. Since they're presenting the camera and not a concept, it's safe to assume this is more or less the final version (or, at least, that no major changes would occur).

08-21-2020, 03:05 AM	#14
PJ1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Mosquito Creek, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,454	Originally posted by Kunzite it looks very similar to the GR III's. It looks nothing like it to my eye. I guess we will see in a few months. (I am not looking for an argument. I never deny evidence I can see with my eyes and I don't care who disagrees.)

08-21-2020, 03:10 AM - 2 Likes	#15
MMVIII Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: EU Posts: 836	Originally posted by PJ1 Can't agree with either statement. In the images that compare the K-new with the K-3ii , the K-3ii the LCD has a smooth finish integrating it with the body. On the K-new there appears to be an air gap at the right edge. On the last image there would appear to be an air gap all round (or at least on the two sides visible). That does not mean there won't be a flush finish on the final version, but the same indicators have been there for months and I think this is the final version. I would say the LCD is movable. My guess is that you press on the bottom right of the LCD to release it. I'm afraid this is just not the case. Unless there will be a major change in construction, this is not a movable option. The pictures show a close to final version, but there seems to be another variant, that has been shown in the videos. It has another texture on the joystick and the 'empty' button is labelled... As Alex said, this screen seems ti be the same as in the GR III, just turned 180 degrees. There is no indication of any possibility to move it.

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