Does it seem like there are a lot of new forum members lately?

**pentaxus** · 11-19-2020, 03:47 PM

Another vote for K-70 raffle.

dave_roe · 11-19-2020, 04:10 PM - **1 Like**

A contest does get those who were more a visitor than a member. Plus I think with world event what they are folks are spending more time inside and looking for ways to continue a hobby with little risk.

Joining give them an opportunity to hang out with folks with the same interests.

**RobA_Oz** · 11-19-2020, 04:16 PM - **1 Like**

I concur with those who’ve noticed a recent increase, especially since the start of the current raffle season. Nonetheless, an increase in membership is a good thing at any time, and if only a minority stick around and contribute then so much the better.

In any event, it gives the lie to those who disparage the number of Pentax users as being so small as can be readily dismissed. Activity and dedication to the craft are what’s important.

automorphism · 11-19-2020, 05:47 PM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

In any event, it gives the lie to those who disparage the number of Pentax users as being so small as can be readily dismissed. Activity and dedication to the craft are what’s important.

There are definitely fewer people that use Pentax compared to Nikon or Canon or Sony...but actually I kind of think this is a positive. I was just thinking today that this forum is a pretty nice community and I think part of the reason is our shared use of a more niche brand that is a little different.

**UncleVanya** · 11-19-2020, 06:05 PM - **3 Likes**

I, for one, welcome the lurkers turned members.

Not a Number · 11-19-2020, 06:41 PM

More people are posting on the welcome threads as it is an easy way to up your post count for the raffle

The thread "bumps" make them more noticeable.

heinamj · 11-19-2020, 06:47 PM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Covid-19, K-70 raffle.
Full stop.

Agreed Vanya...

**jpzk** · 11-19-2020, 07:28 PM

Originally posted by aslyfox

" disappear " can be a misleading term if you judge " participation " by posting

members can gain from the forums by simply reading the posts and gaining the knowledge available here without posting

however, imho, the more involved a member is, the more the member gains

YMMV

You're making this way too much complicated !

Added note: I think that this increase might also be due by the recent announcement of the upcoming K3III.

**aslyfox** · 11-19-2020, 07:38 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by jpzk

You're making this way too much complicated !

. . . .

moi ???

shirley not

Breakfastographer · 11-19-2020, 10:57 PM

COVID-19 is just a conspiracy to bring Pentax users together. There, I said what you were all thinking.

pkboy · 11-20-2020, 12:33 AM

Joined to lurk cause I got a new (to me) camera. Started posting because of the raffle

**Rondec** · 11-20-2020, 03:39 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Breakfastographer

COVID-19 is just a conspiracy to bring Pentax users together. There, I said what you were all thinking.

Pentax Forums is one of the few places around where you don't have to wear a mask when you are hanging out with friends.

SimonC · 11-20-2020, 04:12 AM

Originally posted by Rondec

Pentax Forums is one of the few places around where you don't have to wear a mask when you are hanging out with friends.

I suspect this is the case. Many hobbies have seen an increase in numbers.

**barondla** · 11-20-2020, 11:08 AM

@Adam also has NikonForums and CanonForums. He could tell us if all have shown a similar increase in new users or only this site has. Fascinating topic.

Thanks,
barondla

bdery · 11-20-2020, 11:42 AM

Originally posted by normhead

I found the fact that Pentax is still improving their optical Viewfinder quite encouraging.
Honestly, these days, who does that?

Indeed. AF and video are the two main drivers of improvements these days for camera bodies. Pentax is still developing cameras focused on the experience of taking a picture.

It seems, also, that some lens makers are realizing what Pentax understood a long time ago with their Limited, that compact, moderately fast prices with great performances can be wonderful in a camera bag.

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pentaxus Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 1,313	Another vote for K-70 raffle.

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dave_roe Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rome, Italy Photos: Albums Posts: 584	A contest does get those who were more a visitor than a member. Plus I think with world event what they are folks are spending more time inside and looking for ways to continue a hobby with little risk. Joining give them an opportunity to hang out with folks with the same interests.

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RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	I concur with those who’ve noticed a recent increase, especially since the start of the current raffle season. Nonetheless, an increase in membership is a good thing at any time, and if only a minority stick around and contribute then so much the better. In any event, it gives the lie to those who disparage the number of Pentax users as being so small as can be readily dismissed. Activity and dedication to the craft are what’s important.

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automorphism Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ontario, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 791	Originally posted by RobA_Oz In any event, it gives the lie to those who disparage the number of Pentax users as being so small as can be readily dismissed. Activity and dedication to the craft are what’s important. There are definitely fewer people that use Pentax compared to Nikon or Canon or Sony...but actually I kind of think this is a positive. I was just thinking today that this forum is a pretty nice community and I think part of the reason is our shared use of a more niche brand that is a little different.

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,400	I, for one, welcome the lurkers turned members.

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jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by aslyfox " disappear " can be a misleading term if you judge " participation " by posting members can gain from the forums by simply reading the posts and gaining the knowledge available here without posting however, imho, the more involved a member is, the more the member gains YMMV You're making this way too much complicated ! Added note: I think that this increase might also be due by the recent announcement of the upcoming K3III.

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aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by jpzk You're making this way too much complicated ! . . . . moi ??? shirley not

11-19-2020, 10:57 PM	#40
Breakfastographer Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2018 Posts: 673	COVID-19 is just a conspiracy to bring Pentax users together. There, I said what you were all thinking.

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Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,652	Originally posted by Breakfastographer COVID-19 is just a conspiracy to bring Pentax users together. There, I said what you were all thinking. Pentax Forums is one of the few places around where you don't have to wear a mask when you are hanging out with friends.

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SimonC Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Trearddur Bay, Isle of Anglesey Posts: 466	Originally posted by Rondec Pentax Forums is one of the few places around where you don't have to wear a mask when you are hanging out with friends. I suspect this is the case. Many hobbies have seen an increase in numbers.

11-20-2020, 11:08 AM	#44
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,714	@Adam also has NikonForums and CanonForums. He could tell us if all have shown a similar increase in new users or only this site has. Fascinating topic. Thanks, barondla

11-20-2020, 11:42 AM	#45
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357	Originally posted by normhead I found the fact that Pentax is still improving their optical Viewfinder quite encouraging. Honestly, these days, who does that? Indeed. AF and video are the two main drivers of improvements these days for camera bodies. Pentax is still developing cameras focused on the experience of taking a picture. It seems, also, that some lens makers are realizing what Pentax understood a long time ago with their Limited, that compact, moderately fast prices with great performances can be wonderful in a camera bag.