So I made this post thinking it would help make it easy to put up all my Pentax gears for sale. I was dead wrong. Are all you guys working for Pentax

? Even my girlfriend is telling me I should try to keep the K-1 now.
Originally posted by c.a.m
@EdMaximus,
Your various Pentax kits have certainly served you well and your images certainly show your skill.
Best of luck in your future endeavours, whatever you shoot with. Take care.
- Craig
Thanks mate.
Originally posted by rekrabm
I have a Sony alpha 7 III and a K-3 and have got some really nice shots out of both cameras.
I always pull out the Pentax when I don’t want to have to think like an engineer to figure out the user interface.
With the Pentax, I find it easier to think like an artist. The Sony shots seem to be more technical somehow.
The ultimate reason why it's been so hard to get rid of Pentax has been cause it always feels intuitive in my hand.
It took me a few months to get the hang of holding the A7RIII. And overcoming the menu was the most daunting task.
Things got easier after I program settings in the camera for the three shooting scenarios I use the most and I also bookmarked my frequently used menu items.
Now I have to figure out things for video settings.
Originally posted by biz-engineer
Here is the evidence of fantastic images taken with Pentax cameras. IMO switching brands is mostly a commercially influenced thing and emotional decision.
This was absolutely a commercially influenced decision. Even with the earlier Pentax, I never felt like I was at a disadvantage when it comes to taking a good photo. I shoot more like a film guy when it comes to my own work so the slow focus didn't bother me... It was only when I started losing jobs or get in awkward situations on set specifically due to my camera (tethering, compatibility issue, etc) that I started to look elsewhere.
Originally posted by Merv-O
My signature photo below represents my current Pentax commitment. I also use Leica equipment (kit) but I will always have Pentax at this point. The Leicas produce a soulful color and beautiful imagery and classic experience, but when I want more avant garde technology and range, the Pentaxes are always there. Case in point, took recent trip to Wine Country, shot over 1,000 pics in 3 days, Camera? KP....recently went to shoot some photos of a farm with prancing horses: camera of choice? K-1.....Ed Maximus feels he needs to move on, I respect his decision. I thought about it too. But the ergonomics, quality of build, and interface of the Pentax DSLRs keeps me in the fold. Speed is plentiful on the K-1 and KP if your technique is solid. The slightly older bodies in my arsenal work well too. Not to mention weather sealing; the reason why my Leica kits can stay at home in any harsh weather.
If you're on this Forum, you don't need a morale boost. I'm simply stating that if you took great photos with a K-100D in 2008, great photos in 2013 with a K-5 and great photos in 2019 with a K-1, then the chances are you will shoot great photos with anything (even Sony, LOL)--you've reached a professional skill level. Good luck to you Ed Maximus. Perhaps we'll cross paths again someday.
Thanks mate. Funnily I did the same thing on my last trip a couple months ago.I left my Sony kit behind for the Pentax K-1.
Originally posted by StiffLegged
Fine work! All the best with your future career, you've amply demonstrated it's the photographer that counts in the end. btw, I love the alligator/cayman? shot.
Thanks. That alligator shot is a good summary of my first couple of years learning photography. I used to spend hours chasing them to get a decent photo.
Originally posted by Apet-Sure
I firmly believe that the right camera for you is the one that blends technical proficiency and ergonomics into a tool that inspires you and doesn't get in the way of the creative flow. Sometimes it's the 'pixie dust' sprinkled on the camera that makes you know it's the right gear for you. Hey, Sony sells a lot of cameras for a good reason, right? I hope your new rig lifts you up to even loftier photography heights than you've already attained.
If I'm not mistaken, my K-5IIs has a Sony sensor. I bought it after reading all the glowing reviews about image quality, among other things.
You are absolutely right. Every Pentax I've held in my hand always felt like an extension to myself, even the Pentax 6x7 eventho it's a bazooka.... Still getting used to the ergonomics of the Sony. The G Master lenses are giants comparing to the FA lenses I'm so used to. I'm sure with enough usage, the system will feel like a part of me. But at least for now, it doesn't get in the way of me taking good photos.
Originally posted by Kerrowdown
Good luck on your new equipment route.
Many here, myself included tend to run multiple brands and formats... in fact whatever it takes to get the job done.
In fact I'm quite surprised for you as a professional, for all of the cost of a K1 and a FA 77mm is nowadays, why you don't just keep 'em, especially when such a high percentage of your portfolio was based on this pairing.

My girlfriend gave me this same reasoning. I'm buying a backup Sony body, a few lenses, and a Mamiya RZ67 soon. So I wanted to make some space for them. I hate being bugged down with too many gears specially if I won't be using them. But now why do I feel like I need to sit on this decision and think for a bit?