New Camera: Pentax K20D GPS Tracker

Class A · 12-15-2008, 04:56 AM

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Some Nikon cameras allow a Garmin GPS system to be connected and use it to record the coordinates. I'd prefer this (simple!) solution over a GPS receiver and antenna in the camera.

*isteve · 12-15-2008, 11:52 AM

Originally posted by ryan s

We got that insert ad last weekend printed with the info from the only BnM in town that sells Pentax. It's printed on yellow paper, no less!

I was hoping for at least a mention of Pentax somewhere on a back page or something...nope...100% Nikon :ugh:

Camera stores have overcommitted to Nikon pre-orders and are now desperate to sell them and this means they dont sell Pentax any more? Obviously they stopped selling Canon, Oly, Sony, Panasonic and everything else too.

Das Boot · 12-15-2008, 04:19 PM

I think here in the US - Canon is Coke, Nikon is Pepsi, and Pentax/Sony/Olympus (Pensonoly) are RC cola.

-Brian

*isteve · 12-15-2008, 04:52 PM

Originally posted by the_int21h

I think here in the US - Canon is Coke, Nikon is Pepsi, and Pentax/Sony/Olympus (Pensonoly) are RC cola.

-Brian

Actually, more like vodka and coke - not available in all counties

m8o · 12-16-2008, 09:54 AM

I just came upon this thread. This addition piques my interest more than the wireless built into the Samsung grip. As I wanted to capitalize on the end-of-year promotion, I'm hoping I'll be able to do so with whatever diddy is announced. But also having a handheld GPS, I also know how 'limited' they are when compact size, and how important the antenna is to good functionality. I wonder if it'll be reliably useful.

pentaxmz · 12-19-2008, 01:02 AM

Originally posted by kristoffon

There's a GPS for Nikons that goes on the flash mount. Its not really cheap. I think that's a pretty silly feature for a camera since it'll drive cost/price up and most people shooting with a DSLR won't care... The few who do could have as add-on or simply carry a GPS along and check the timestamps..

Hey folks, I just found this:

GPS Adapter for Nikon D200 D3 D700 D300 Fuji S5 MC-35 - eBay (item 350108899014 end time Jan-09-09 20:36:27 PST)

Why isn't something like this available for the Pentax K20D?

I would buy this in a heartbeat if it were available!

Mike.P® · 12-19-2008, 06:39 AM

We have just been informed on the UK Pentax forum that the GPS K20D is infact just a plain body with a add on GPS unit (an extra £25).

Blue · 12-19-2008, 10:17 AM

Originally posted by Mike.P®

We have just been informed on the UK Pentax forum that the GPS K20D is infact just a plain body with a add on GPS unit (an extra £25).

That is interesting. Do you know of a link yet?

regken · 12-19-2008, 10:49 AM

Originally posted by Mike.P®

We have just been informed on the UK Pentax forum that the GPS K20D is infact just a plain body with a add on GPS unit (an extra £25).

Called Pentax US in Golden, CO. Spent some time waiting while the customer service rep tried to find someone that knew anything about it. Nothing!! As usual they are either in the dark ( seems to be their preferred state of mind) or there is no formal announcement yet.

Mike.P® · 12-19-2008, 11:46 AM

The information came from a UK Pentax pro dealer who said he will be getting a very small stock today/tomorrow.

Link HERE to forum posting.

regken · 12-19-2008, 12:16 PM

The same guy on the dpreview forum said he is getting stock today.

Blue · 12-19-2008, 07:26 PM

I don't know. For some reason, I can just imagine some guys in a board room in Tokyo drinking sake and laughing their arses off at us.

Mike.P® · 12-20-2008, 12:41 AM

Originally posted by Blue

I don't know. For some reason, I can just imagine some guys in a board room in Tokyo drinking sake and laughing their arses off at us.

I don't think they would need the Sake to do that, they only have to look at our economy atm

KungPOW · 12-20-2008, 02:00 AM

Originally posted by pentaxmz

Hey folks, I just found this:

GPS Adapter for Nikon D200 D3 D700 D300 Fuji S5 MC-35 - eBay (item 350108899014 end time Jan-09-09 20:36:27 PST)

Why isn't something like this available for the Pentax K20D?

I would buy this in a heartbeat if it were available!

maybe something like this?

Jobo GPS photo tagging GPS Gadgets Your source for GPS gadgets, tech and news

raider · 12-20-2008, 02:42 AM

If the k30D comes with GPS, does that mean the location name will be saved as part of the EXIF info?

12-19-2008, 01:02 AM	#81
pentaxmz Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 659	3rd party gps add-on for both Nikon and Canon - why not Pentax K20D? Originally posted by kristoffon There's a GPS for Nikons that goes on the flash mount. Its not really cheap. I think that's a pretty silly feature for a camera since it'll drive cost/price up and most people shooting with a DSLR won't care... The few who do could have as add-on or simply carry a GPS along and check the timestamps.. Hey folks, I just found this: GPS Adapter for Nikon D200 D3 D700 D300 Fuji S5 MC-35 - eBay (item 350108899014 end time Jan-09-09 20:36:27 PST) Why isn't something like this available for the Pentax K20D? I would buy this in a heartbeat if it were available!

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12-15-2008, 04:56 AM	#76
Class A Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 11,251	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Some Nikon cameras allow a Garmin GPS system to be connected and use it to record the coordinates. I'd prefer this (simple!) solution over a GPS receiver and antenna in the camera.

12-15-2008, 11:52 AM	#77
*isteve Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London, England Posts: 1,187	Originally posted by ryan s We got that insert ad last weekend printed with the info from the only BnM in town that sells Pentax. It's printed on yellow paper, no less! I was hoping for at least a mention of Pentax somewhere on a back page or something...nope...100% Nikon :ugh: Camera stores have overcommitted to Nikon pre-orders and are now desperate to sell them and this means they dont sell Pentax any more? Obviously they stopped selling Canon, Oly, Sony, Panasonic and everything else too.

12-15-2008, 04:19 PM	#78
Das Boot Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sparkle City, South Cackalacky Photos: Gallery Posts: 689	I think here in the US - Canon is Coke, Nikon is Pepsi, and Pentax/Sony/Olympus (Pensonoly) are RC cola. -Brian

12-15-2008, 04:52 PM	#79
*isteve Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London, England Posts: 1,187	Originally posted by the_int21h I think here in the US - Canon is Coke, Nikon is Pepsi, and Pentax/Sony/Olympus (Pensonoly) are RC cola. -Brian Actually, more like vodka and coke - not available in all counties

12-16-2008, 09:54 AM	#80
m8o Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 40°-55'-44" N / 73°-24'-07" W [on LI] Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,092	I just came upon this thread. This addition piques my interest more than the wireless built into the Samsung grip. As I wanted to capitalize on the end-of-year promotion, I'm hoping I'll be able to do so with whatever diddy is announced. But also having a handheld GPS, I also know how 'limited' they are when compact size, and how important the antenna is to good functionality. I wonder if it'll be reliably useful.

12-19-2008, 06:39 AM	#82
Mike.P® Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Milton, Hampshire, UK Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,154	We have just been informed on the UK Pentax forum that the GPS K20D is infact just a plain body with a add on GPS unit (an extra £25).

12-19-2008, 10:17 AM	#83
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	Originally posted by Mike.P® We have just been informed on the UK Pentax forum that the GPS K20D is infact just a plain body with a add on GPS unit (an extra £25). That is interesting. Do you know of a link yet?

12-19-2008, 10:49 AM	#84
regken Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bangor, Maine Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,377	Originally posted by Mike.P® We have just been informed on the UK Pentax forum that the GPS K20D is infact just a plain body with a add on GPS unit (an extra £25). Called Pentax US in Golden, CO. Spent some time waiting while the customer service rep tried to find someone that knew anything about it. Nothing!! As usual they are either in the dark ( seems to be their preferred state of mind) or there is no formal announcement yet.

12-19-2008, 11:46 AM	#85
Mike.P® Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Milton, Hampshire, UK Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,154	The information came from a UK Pentax pro dealer who said he will be getting a very small stock today/tomorrow. Link HERE to forum posting.

12-19-2008, 12:16 PM	#86
regken Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bangor, Maine Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,377	The same guy on the dpreview forum said he is getting stock today.

12-19-2008, 07:26 PM	#87
Blue Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Florida Hill Country Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 17,377	I don't know. For some reason, I can just imagine some guys in a board room in Tokyo drinking sake and laughing their arses off at us.

12-20-2008, 12:41 AM	#88
Mike.P® Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Milton, Hampshire, UK Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,154	Originally posted by Blue I don't know. For some reason, I can just imagine some guys in a board room in Tokyo drinking sake and laughing their arses off at us. I don't think they would need the Sake to do that, they only have to look at our economy atm

12-20-2008, 02:00 AM	#89
KungPOW Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Vancouver, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,699	Originally posted by pentaxmz Hey folks, I just found this: GPS Adapter for Nikon D200 D3 D700 D300 Fuji S5 MC-35 - eBay (item 350108899014 end time Jan-09-09 20:36:27 PST) Why isn't something like this available for the Pentax K20D? I would buy this in a heartbeat if it were available! maybe something like this? Jobo GPS photo tagging GPS Gadgets Your source for GPS gadgets, tech and news

12-20-2008, 02:42 AM	#90
raider Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,989	If the k30D comes with GPS, does that mean the location name will be saved as part of the EXIF info?