Poll to gauge how many members would buy a FF Pentax

simon6z · 11-01-2014, 11:30 PM

If they drop Sony sensor and used a foeveon one I will get it

MarkJerling · 11-02-2014, 12:53 AM

Originally posted by simon6z

If they drop Sony sensor and used a foeveon one I will get it

There's a thought! Let's hope they don't wait for an April 1st launch!

Jean Poitiers · 11-02-2014, 01:05 AM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

24 would be plenty.
Man, that D750 is tempting....

Agreed ... and true for that D750.

Then again, I just may stay with APS-C a while longer even after a FF appears ... a K-3 next for me?

MarkJerling · 11-02-2014, 01:07 AM

Originally posted by Jean Poitiers

Agreed ... and true for that D750.

Then again, I just may stay with APS-C a while longer even after a FF appears ... a K-3 next for me?

K-5 will have to do, for me, until they release a FF.

simon6z · 11-02-2014, 02:17 AM

April fool but I do hope they explore other options than put in Sony sensor. Not that it's no good but still a normal Bayer sensor not so interesting

ElJamoquio · 11-02-2014, 09:13 AM

Foveon sensors have a theoretical advantage. Eventually they might be able to surpass Bayer sensors.

For now, Bayer sensors are still the best of what's available.

MarkJerling · 11-03-2014, 02:29 AM

Happy to see we've had a few more voters. Hopefully we can hit the 300 votes number, which will help improve accuracy with the poll.

---------- Post added 11-03-14 at 10:52 PM ----------

Originally posted by luftfluss

I voted: No, I don't need or want FF.

I'm more pleased with my K-01 + DA Ltd's + legacy glass than I've ever been with any photographic equipment. There's such a joy to shooting, I waste many shots in compositions that I know are doomed to fail even before I press the shutter button... but somehow the K-01 + whichever lens, for a few seconds of nearly religious belief, convinces me that it will all work out. It often doesn't, but that's okay... because there is tomorrow.

Thanks for voting!

LensBeginner · 11-03-2014, 03:53 AM

Maybe, but not now... my purse is still recovering from "mandatory" purchases (flash, a good tripod).
Voting now.

MarkJerling · 11-03-2014, 12:29 PM

Originally posted by LensBeginner

Maybe, but not now... my purse is still recovering from "mandatory" purchases (flash, a good tripod).
Voting now.

Thank you!

FantasticMrFox · 11-05-2014, 07:51 AM

As a student I can't actually afford a FF right now or in the next couple of years. But some time in the future I'd like to upgrade to one.

I personally consider many features listed in the first post unnecessary. I think a realistic configuration (and one I'd be very happy with) would be a scaled up K3 (similar body, weather proofing and all) with a 24-36 MP sensor and just the standard improvements in other areas (better AF system with more AF points, faster processor, improved JPEG engine etc. pp.).

Jean Poitiers · 11-05-2014, 07:57 AM

Originally posted by Jean Poitiers

Agreed ... and true for that D750.

Then again, I just may stay with APS-C a while longer even after a FF appears ... a K-3 next for me?

Just to quote myself and clarify a thought ...

Going away from APS-C means that I loose use of some lenses, one being my much loved DA 15 Ltd.

So, there is a "downside to FF" for certain lenses on the road map. Maybe I could aways keep the K-5 just for the 15, etc. ...

Guess that I may cross that FF bridge when I (we) get to it ... if ever

J

redcat · 11-05-2014, 08:03 AM

Originally posted by Jean Poitiers

one being my much loved DA 15 Ltd.

I'm very interested in the FF and the only lens I want to have in wide angle is this lens, you have experienced a lot of lens, do you find any FF lens equivalent to this one ?

rawr · 11-05-2014, 08:12 AM

Originally posted by Jean Poitiers

Going away from APS-C

There is nothing in the camera rule book that says you have to ditch APS-C (and stop using your favorite lenses) when you get a FF.

Jean Poitiers · 11-05-2014, 08:43 AM

Originally posted by redcat

I'm very interested in the FF and the only lens I want to have in wide angle is this lens, you have experienced a lot of lens, do you find any FF lens equivalent to this one ?

I have a Tamron Adaptall-2 SP 17/3.5 (151B) that I really liked (stopped down) before I acquired the DA 15 Ltd. The 15 is much better.

I am really not a "wide-angle oriented" person, but the 15 really helped me to change/alter some of my perspectives ...

I use the 15 quite a bit and would sell the SP 17. But the 17 has the FF and Adaptall-2 advantage in that I have adapters for my various collected film bodies.

Salut, J

---------- Post added 11-05-14 at 16:45 ----------

Originally posted by rawr

There is nothing in the camera rule book that says you have to ditch APS-C (and stop using your favorite lenses) when you get a FF.

I know and agree 100%.

I am now explaining to the family CFO that a FF would be wonderful for the legacy glass ... PLUS THERE'S A NEED TO KEEP THE K-5 !!!

redcat · 11-05-2014, 09:05 AM

Originally posted by Jean Poitiers

The 15 is much better

I didn't try a lot of wide angle lens, but it's hard to beat DA 15 in term of sharpness, color and close up capability ! thanks for your experience

View Poll Results: Will you buy a FF Pentax, if one was available?
Yes, if it is a Pentax branded camera.	79	18.20%
Yes, if it is a Pentax and/or Ricoh branded camera.	100	23.04%
Yes, if it had the sort of specs you mention.	60	13.82%
Yes, but only if it's priced no higher than, for instance, the D750.	57	13.13%
No, I've bought a FF made by a different supplier.	17	3.92%
No, I don't need or want FF.	83	19.12%
No - I would like to, but I cannot afford to buy a new camera.	27	6.22%
Yes, but only if it's available in forty-seven color combinations.	11	2.53%
Voters: 434. You may not vote on this poll

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11-01-2014, 11:30 PM	#136
simon6z Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 84	If they drop Sony sensor and used a foeveon one I will get it

11-02-2014, 12:53 AM	#137
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,422 Original Poster	Originally posted by simon6z If they drop Sony sensor and used a foeveon one I will get it There's a thought! Let's hope they don't wait for an April 1st launch!

11-02-2014, 01:05 AM	#138
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by Sandy Hancock 24 would be plenty. Man, that D750 is tempting.... Agreed ... and true for that D750. Then again, I just may stay with APS-C a while longer even after a FF appears ... a K-3 next for me?

11-02-2014, 01:07 AM	#139
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,422 Original Poster	Originally posted by Jean Poitiers Agreed ... and true for that D750. Then again, I just may stay with APS-C a while longer even after a FF appears ... a K-3 next for me? K-5 will have to do, for me, until they release a FF.

11-02-2014, 02:17 AM	#140
simon6z Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 84	April fool but I do hope they explore other options than put in Sony sensor. Not that it's no good but still a normal Bayer sensor not so interesting

11-02-2014, 09:13 AM	#141
ElJamoquio Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4,873	Foveon sensors have a theoretical advantage. Eventually they might be able to surpass Bayer sensors. For now, Bayer sensors are still the best of what's available.

11-03-2014, 02:29 AM	#142
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,422 Original Poster	Happy to see we've had a few more voters. Hopefully we can hit the 300 votes number, which will help improve accuracy with the poll. ---------- Post added 11-03-14 at 10:52 PM ---------- Originally posted by luftfluss I voted: No, I don't need or want FF. I'm more pleased with my K-01 + DA Ltd's + legacy glass than I've ever been with any photographic equipment. There's such a joy to shooting, I waste many shots in compositions that I know are doomed to fail even before I press the shutter button... but somehow the K-01 + whichever lens, for a few seconds of nearly religious belief, convinces me that it will all work out. It often doesn't, but that's okay... because there is tomorrow. Thanks for voting!

11-03-2014, 03:53 AM	#143
LensBeginner Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Photos: Albums Posts: 4,696	Maybe, but not now... my purse is still recovering from "mandatory" purchases (flash, a good tripod). Voting now.

11-03-2014, 12:29 PM	#144
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,422 Original Poster	Originally posted by LensBeginner Maybe, but not now... my purse is still recovering from "mandatory" purchases (flash, a good tripod). Voting now. Thank you!

11-05-2014, 07:51 AM	#145
FantasticMrFox Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Munich Posts: 2,339	As a student I can't actually afford a FF right now or in the next couple of years. But some time in the future I'd like to upgrade to one. I personally consider many features listed in the first post unnecessary. I think a realistic configuration (and one I'd be very happy with) would be a scaled up K3 (similar body, weather proofing and all) with a 24-36 MP sensor and just the standard improvements in other areas (better AF system with more AF points, faster processor, improved JPEG engine etc. pp.).

11-05-2014, 07:57 AM	#146
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by Jean Poitiers Agreed ... and true for that D750. Then again, I just may stay with APS-C a while longer even after a FF appears ... a K-3 next for me? Just to quote myself and clarify a thought ... Going away from APS-C means that I loose use of some lenses, one being my much loved DA 15 Ltd. So, there is a "downside to FF" for certain lenses on the road map. Maybe I could aways keep the K-5 just for the 15, etc. ... Guess that I may cross that FF bridge when I (we) get to it ... if ever J

11-05-2014, 08:03 AM	#147
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939	Originally posted by Jean Poitiers one being my much loved DA 15 Ltd. I'm very interested in the FF and the only lens I want to have in wide angle is this lens, you have experienced a lot of lens, do you find any FF lens equivalent to this one ?

11-05-2014, 08:12 AM	#148
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Originally posted by Jean Poitiers Going away from APS-C There is nothing in the camera rule book that says you have to ditch APS-C (and stop using your favorite lenses) when you get a FF.

11-05-2014, 08:43 AM	#149
Jean Poitiers Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lost in translation ... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,076	Originally posted by redcat I'm very interested in the FF and the only lens I want to have in wide angle is this lens, you have experienced a lot of lens, do you find any FF lens equivalent to this one ? I have a Tamron Adaptall-2 SP 17/3.5 (151B) that I really liked (stopped down) before I acquired the DA 15 Ltd. The 15 is much better. I am really not a "wide-angle oriented" person, but the 15 really helped me to change/alter some of my perspectives ... I use the 15 quite a bit and would sell the SP 17. But the 17 has the FF and Adaptall-2 advantage in that I have adapters for my various collected film bodies. *Salut*, J ---------- Post added 11-05-14 at 16:45 ---------- Originally posted by rawr There is nothing in the camera rule book that says you have to ditch APS-C (and stop using your favorite lenses) when you get a FF. I know and agree 100%. I am now explaining to the family CFO that a FF would be wonderful for the legacy glass ... PLUS THERE'S A NEED TO KEEP THE K-5 !!!

11-05-2014, 09:05 AM	#150
redcat Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Paris Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,939	Originally posted by Jean Poitiers The 15 is much better I didn't try a lot of wide angle lens, but it's hard to beat DA 15 in term of sharpness, color and close up capability ! thanks for your experience