For DPreview believers

Deedee · 02-03-2014, 04:02 AM - **1 Like**

This just in

Readers' Choice: Best Gear of 2013 Awards: Digital Photography Review

Pentax K-3 wins the best overall DSLR for 2013.

Cheers!

dansamy · 02-03-2014, 04:14 AM

And still no review of the k-3 from them...

**geomez** · 02-03-2014, 04:36 AM

I voted before owning one. Oops

Originally posted by dansamy

And still no review of the k-3 from them...

They have stated that their review is underway. Much faster I might add than it took them to review the K-5 II/s. Guess that's what happens when you have a buzz generating camera with a truly innovative new feature.

**i_trax** · 02-03-2014, 04:54 AM

lot of my friends, not even Pentax users, were voting for K-3, great camera indeed!

Steve.Ledger · 02-03-2014, 04:57 AM

A feather in RICOH's cap..

dansamy · 02-03-2014, 05:01 AM

Originally posted by geomez

I voted before owning one. Oops

They have stated that their review is underway. Much faster I might add than it took them to review the K-5 II/s. Guess that's what happens when you have a buzz generating camera with a truly innovative new feature.

I don't think it's necessary to own one to recognize that it's a great camera.

Sandy Hancock · 02-03-2014, 05:05 AM

Originally posted by dansamy

I don't think it's necessary to own one to recognize that it's a great camera.

But owning one certainly helps reinforce the opinion. I took about 3000 shots with my K-3 last Friday, in 40ºC heat during an outdoor music festival, and it consistently nailed focus and never missed a beat.

Absolutely awesome camera.

delegopa · 02-03-2014, 05:55 AM

Currently loosing my belief in DPreview. While I like the detailed reviews the constant flaming in nearly every announcement is annoying. Also the gearshop dropped some of their credibility in my opinion ...

Edit, More on topic: Also voted for the K-3. Would vote with my wallet too, but wallet said no

zmohie · 02-03-2014, 06:09 AM

Although I have not controlled it yet but Iam sure It is me not this Galloping horse!!

sadatoni · 02-03-2014, 06:35 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by dansamy

And still no review of the k-3 from them...

I'm continually amazed at how delayed Pentax DSLR reviews are on DPREVIEW.

Deedee · 02-03-2014, 07:15 AM

I hate DPreview.

I have seen in general Pentaxians hating them too.

Bottomline I feel my hate for them is the right thing to do

**rbefly** · 02-03-2014, 07:34 AM - **1 Like**

Sorry, but that header isn't a reflection of how DPR views Pentax. We all know how that story goes; Although some choose to not believe it.
No, they did the absolute minimum they were forced to do; Acknowledge the voter's results. No way to avoid it. Bury it? Yes.
Want a list of cameras that were released after the K-3 and have received a full review already? Everything in the last 2+ months.
And their anti-Pentax bias shows in so many other ways it's laughable anyone with an open mind could ignore it. Slights, continual mention of Canikony 'superiority' in any Pentax review, product placement in their own photos, wrong or misleading information (oh, yes, they're just more familiar with Canon and Nikon. I forgot), deleting threads or posts (like this one) that dare to mention their dismissive and condescending attitude, errors of omission (oh, did we miss that feature, thanks for pointing it out!, Nikon has added that too and Canon will have it soon, with much larger lens selection...back to the Pentax) siccing their pack-wolf posters on anyone who dares to complain, just an overall attitude of superiority, that sneering 'We're better than you' vibe.
Why any dedicated Pentaxian would waste 10 seconds defending DPR is beyond me. They HATE us and you can smell it a mile away.
Think I'm wrong? Go there and look for a good word, anything positive about Pentax, that was written by the staff. ANYTHING. Hope you've got several hours to spare. Find one? Good,now, read the next sentence. The one where they add a caveat; 'Yes, the camera has some notable features, but...."
Every time.
Want to prove the truth? K-3 Review. Where is it? Nearly 30 independent reviews so far. One missing. Yes, they have the camera already.
That's what they do when they aren't forced to do anything.
I've read much more balanced and unbiased views of Pentax gear on Nikon and Canon forums, then have ever appeared on DPR. What does that say?
The only way it will ever change is when (not 'If') Pentax users quit that site and complain to advertisers like B+H or Adorama about the obvious bias. When it starts to cost them money, they'll reluctantly change. Not until.
(Not) JMO,
Ron

**manishved** · 02-03-2014, 07:40 AM

Wow...this is great news ....

Deedee · 02-03-2014, 07:45 AM

Originally posted by rbefly

Sorry, but that header isn't a reflection of how DPR views Pentax.

To explain, that's why the header is for "DPReview believers" - Us Pentaxians know what Pentax is all about.

And I quote myself again

Originally posted by Deedee

I have seen in general Pentaxians hating them too. Bottomline I feel my hate for them is the right thing to do

I also agree with rest of all your points.

**monochrome** · 02-03-2014, 07:59 AM

IIRC PentaxForums itself came about because Pentax DPReview members where so regularly banned for questioning the obvious bias of the owner. It seems nothing much has changed.

02-03-2014, 04:02 AM - 1 Like	#1
Deedee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 307	For DPreview believers This just in Readers' Choice: Best Gear of 2013 Awards: Digital Photography Review Pentax K-3 wins the best overall DSLR for 2013. Cheers!

02-03-2014, 07:34 AM - 1 Like	#12
rbefly Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denver, Colorado Photos: Albums Posts: 2,030	Count Me Unimpressed Sorry, but that header isn't a reflection of how DPR views Pentax. We all know how that story goes; Although some choose to not believe it. No, they did the absolute minimum they were forced to do; Acknowledge the voter's results. No way to avoid it. Bury it? Yes. Want a list of cameras that were released after the K-3 and have received a full review already? Everything in the last 2+ months. And their anti-Pentax bias shows in so many other ways it's laughable anyone with an open mind could ignore it. Slights, continual mention of Canikony 'superiority' in any Pentax review, product placement in their own photos, wrong or misleading information (oh, yes, they're just more familiar with Canon and Nikon. I forgot), deleting threads or posts (like this one) that dare to mention their dismissive and condescending attitude, errors of omission (oh, did we miss that feature, thanks for pointing it out!, Nikon has added that too and Canon will have it soon, with much larger lens selection...back to the Pentax) siccing their pack-wolf posters on anyone who dares to complain, just an overall attitude of superiority, that sneering 'We're better than you' vibe. Why any dedicated Pentaxian would waste 10 seconds defending DPR is beyond me. They HATE us and you can smell it a mile away. Think I'm wrong? Go there and look for a good word, anything positive about Pentax, that was written by the staff. ANYTHING. Hope you've got several hours to spare. Find one? Good,now, read the next sentence. The one where they add a caveat; 'Yes, the camera has some notable features, but...." Every time. Want to prove the truth? K-3 Review. Where is it? Nearly 30 independent reviews so far. One missing. Yes, they have the camera already. That's what they do when they aren't forced to do anything. I've read much more balanced and unbiased views of Pentax gear on Nikon and Canon forums, then have ever appeared on DPR. What does that say? The only way it will ever change is when (not 'If') Pentax users quit that site and complain to advertisers like B+H or Adorama about the obvious bias. When it starts to cost them money, they'll reluctantly change. Not until. (Not) JMO, Ron

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02-03-2014, 04:14 AM	#2
dansamy Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,450	And still no review of the k-3 from them...

02-03-2014, 04:36 AM	#3
geomez Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Roanoke, Virginia, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,760	I voted before owning one. Oops Originally posted by dansamy And still no review of the k-3 from them... They have stated that their review is underway. Much faster I might add than it took them to review the K-5 II/s. Guess that's what happens when you have a buzz generating camera with a truly innovative new feature.

02-03-2014, 04:54 AM	#4
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621	lot of my friends, not even Pentax users, were voting for K-3, great camera indeed!

02-03-2014, 04:57 AM	#5
Steve.Ledger Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Far North Qld Posts: 3,301	A feather in RICOH's cap..

02-03-2014, 05:01 AM	#6
dansamy Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,450	Originally posted by geomez I voted before owning one. Oops They have stated that their review is underway. Much faster I might add than it took them to review the K-5 II/s. Guess that's what happens when you have a buzz generating camera with a truly innovative new feature. I don't think it's necessary to own one to recognize that it's a great camera.

02-03-2014, 05:05 AM	#7
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,275	Originally posted by dansamy I don't think it's necessary to own one to recognize that it's a great camera. But owning one certainly helps reinforce the opinion. I took about 3000 shots with my K-3 last Friday, in 40ºC heat during an outdoor music festival, and it consistently nailed focus and never missed a beat. Absolutely awesome camera.

02-03-2014, 05:55 AM	#8
delegopa Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Posts: 244	Currently loosing my belief in DPreview. While I like the detailed reviews the constant flaming in nearly every announcement is annoying. Also the gearshop dropped some of their credibility in my opinion ... Edit, More on topic: Also voted for the K-3. Would vote with my wallet too, but wallet said no

02-03-2014, 06:09 AM	#9
zmohie Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: egypt Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 435	Although I have not controlled it yet but Iam sure It is me not this Galloping horse!!

02-03-2014, 06:35 AM - 1 Like	#10
sadatoni Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Photos: Albums Posts: 87	Originally posted by dansamy And still no review of the k-3 from them... I'm continually amazed at how delayed Pentax DSLR reviews are on DPREVIEW.

02-03-2014, 07:15 AM	#11
Deedee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 307 Original Poster	I hate DPreview. I have seen in general Pentaxians hating them too. Bottomline I feel my hate for them is the right thing to do

02-03-2014, 07:40 AM	#13
manishved Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N. Calif Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,652	Wow...this is great news ....

02-03-2014, 07:45 AM	#14
Deedee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 307 Original Poster	Originally posted by rbefly Sorry, but that header isn't a reflection of how DPR views Pentax. To explain, that's why the header is for "DPReview believers" - Us Pentaxians know what Pentax is all about. And I quote myself again Originally posted by Deedee I have seen in general Pentaxians hating them too. Bottomline I feel my hate for them is the right thing to do I also agree with rest of all your points.

02-03-2014, 07:59 AM	#15
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	IIRC PentaxForums itself came about because Pentax DPReview members where so regularly banned for questioning the obvious bias of the owner. It seems nothing much has changed.