Official Pentax K-1 Summer 2018 Giveaway Discussion Thread

Adam · 08-02-2018, 05:59 PM - **2 Likes**

Guys, I've been getting some complaints from users who are experiencing disruptions in their browsing experience due to a flood of posts, mostly in the photo-sharing sections. While I'm excited by the enthusiasm and increased level of participation, I'd like to ask everyone to refrain from posting just to raise that progress bar

"Brute forcing" the counter is definitely not in the spirit of the giveaway, and while it hadn't been an issue in prior months, I may add a cap on spikes in activity if we continue receiving such feedback.

Thanks in advance!

Adam
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Adam · 08-02-2018, 06:03 PM

Just over 45k in both June and July.

Originally posted by Marnie642

I will continue to ask questions on the site to help me with my photography, but 180 posting in a month is a little to much. I try to post per requirements but, If I just say Hi! several times a day, will that count?

You can still enter the raffle without 180 posts, you just won't be guaranteed an entry. If you want a more relaxing experience throughout the month, that might be the better route to pursue.

Originally posted by JHfwp

I recall someone asking if it would be possible to exchange the camera for cash if they won, but I can't find that thread. Does anyone recall the answer?

We will not convert the prize into cash. Substitution for a different camera might be possible, but certainly not encouraged.

Of course we can't stop you from reselling the camera on your own, should you decide to do so

JHfwp · 08-02-2018, 07:32 PM

Originally posted by Adam

We will not convert the prize into cash. Substitution for a different camera might be possible, but certainly not encouraged.

Of course we can't stop you from reselling the camera on your own, should you decide to do so

Thanks Adam. I would never think of selling it. On the other hand, a small part of me wonders if it might not be my best and only chance of upgrading to a 645z in the near future.

Either would be a dream come true. But honestly, just making the raffle, as I have the last couple months, has been quite fun.

VoiceOfReason · 08-07-2018, 03:13 PM - **1 Like**

If I win August that sucker will be another astro camera! The K1 is amazing at it. Too bad my skill isn't quite up to it.

xtcck · 08-21-2018, 08:40 AM

Originally posted by ogl

No any chances for me

Why no?

**othar** · 08-21-2018, 09:01 AM

Forgive me if this is already asked and answered, but do lens reviews count for the 180 post limit to get a secure place in the raffle?
I will probably post them anyway, just not in August otherwise.

**Cerebum** · 08-21-2018, 01:41 PM

Originally posted by VoiceOfReason

If I win August that sucker will be another astro camera! The K1 is amazing at it. Too bad my skill isn't quite up to it.

In my case it will be another piece of kit that is significantly more capable than I am :'(

**aslyfox** · 08-21-2018, 01:46 PM

Originally posted by othar

Forgive me if this is already asked and answered, but do lens reviews count for the 180 post limit to get a secure place in the raffle?
I will probably post them anyway, just not in August otherwise.

contact Adam through a PM

VoiceOfReason · 08-21-2018, 01:59 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Cerebum

In my case it will be another piece of kit that is significantly more capable than I am :'(

It is very easy to grow in to. The controls are intuitive and the menus are just like you are used to in Pentax land.

**RobA_Oz** · 08-21-2018, 02:20 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Cerebum

In my case it will be another piece of kit that is significantly more capable than I am :'(

When you think about it, you probably don’t have a viewing port or a bayonet mount, let alone the ability to turn photons into digital data that’s able to be interpreted by a smart phone, so I wouldn’t worry about capability. I’d only worry when your camera starts taking photos on its own, and they’re better than yours.

VoiceOfReason · 08-21-2018, 02:36 PM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

When you think about it, you probably don’t have a viewing port or a bayonet mount, let alone the ability to turn photons into digital data that’s able to be interpreted by a smart phone, so I wouldn’t worry about capability. I’d only worry when your camera starts taking photos on its own, and they’re better than yours.

If that happens it's time for an exorcism. Or time to worry about the robots taking over. Either way...

**Cerebum** · 08-21-2018, 03:36 PM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

When you think about it, you probably don’t have a viewing port or a bayonet mount, let alone the ability to turn photons into digital data that’s able to be interpreted by a smart phone, so I wouldn’t worry about capability. I’d only worry when your camera starts taking photos on its own, and they’re better than yours.

And how do you know I don't have those bits surgically implant.........OK, yeah, that would be stupid

ogl · 08-21-2018, 06:51 PM

Originally posted by xtcck

Why no?

very complex method of choice

Mark Ransom · 08-21-2018, 07:39 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Guys, I've been getting some complaints from users who are experiencing disruptions in their browsing experience due to a flood of posts, mostly in the photo-sharing sections. While I'm excited by the enthusiasm and increased level of participation, I'd like to ask everyone to refrain from posting just to raise that progress bar

"Brute forcing" the counter is definitely not in the spirit of the giveaway, and while it hadn't been an issue in prior months, I may add a cap on spikes in activity if we continue receiving such feedback.

Thanks in advance!

Can you expand on this a little bit?

I thought the whole point of having a post threshold was to get more participation on the site. That's exactly what I've been doing, and I've been trying to do it honestly, not to spike the counter. My posting has increased exponentially.

Part of that is posting in the photo sharing sections, which I've done for the very first time during the last 2 months. Are there some guidelines on proper behavior?

Adam · 08-21-2018, 07:47 PM

Originally posted by Mark Ransom

Can you expand on this a little bit?

I thought the whole point of having a post threshold was to get more participation on the site. That's exactly what I've been doing, and I've been trying to do it honestly, not to spike the counter. My posting has increased exponentially.

Part of that is posting in the photo sharing sections, which I've done for the very first time during the last 2 months. Are there some guidelines on proper behavior?

It hasn't been an issue since the start of the month.

08-02-2018, 06:03 PM	#152
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Just over 45k in both June and July. Originally posted by Marnie642 I will continue to ask questions on the site to help me with my photography, but 180 posting in a month is a little to much. I try to post per requirements but, If I just say Hi! several times a day, will that count? You can still enter the raffle without 180 posts, you just won't be guaranteed an entry. If you want a more relaxing experience throughout the month, that might be the better route to pursue. Originally posted by JHfwp I recall someone asking if it would be possible to exchange the camera for cash if they won, but I can't find that thread. Does anyone recall the answer? We will not convert the prize into cash. Substitution for a different camera might be possible, but certainly not encouraged. Of course we can't stop you from reselling the camera on your own, should you decide to do so Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

08-21-2018, 07:47 PM	#165
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Originally posted by Mark Ransom Can you expand on this a little bit? I thought the whole point of having a post threshold was to get more participation on the site. That's exactly what I've been doing, and I've been trying to do it honestly, not to spike the counter. My posting has increased exponentially. Part of that is posting in the photo sharing sections, which I've done for the very first time during the last 2 months. Are there some guidelines on proper behavior? It hasn't been an issue since the start of the month. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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08-02-2018, 05:59 PM - 2 Likes	#151
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Guys, I've been getting some complaints from users who are experiencing disruptions in their browsing experience due to a flood of posts, mostly in the photo-sharing sections. While I'm excited by the enthusiasm and increased level of participation, I'd like to ask everyone to refrain from posting just to raise that progress bar "Brute forcing" the counter is definitely not in the spirit of the giveaway, and while it hadn't been an issue in prior months, I may add a cap on spikes in activity if we continue receiving such feedback. Thanks in advance! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

08-02-2018, 07:32 PM	#153
JHfwp Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 876	Originally posted by Adam We will not convert the prize into cash. Substitution for a different camera might be possible, but certainly not encouraged. Of course we can't stop you from reselling the camera on your own, should you decide to do so Thanks Adam. I would never think of selling it. On the other hand, a small part of me wonders if it might not be my best and only chance of upgrading to a 645z in the near future. Either would be a dream come true. But honestly, just making the raffle, as I have the last couple months, has been quite fun.

08-07-2018, 03:13 PM - 1 Like	#154
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	If I win August that sucker will be another astro camera! The K1 is amazing at it. Too bad my skill isn't quite up to it.

08-21-2018, 08:40 AM	#155
xtcck Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Cherkasy Photos: Albums Posts: 39	Originally posted by ogl No any chances for me Why no?

08-21-2018, 09:01 AM	#156
othar Site Supporter Join Date: May 2014 Location: Linz Photos: Albums Posts: 3,098	Forgive me if this is already asked and answered, but do lens reviews count for the 180 post limit to get a secure place in the raffle? I will probably post them anyway, just not in August otherwise.

08-21-2018, 01:41 PM	#157
Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,828	Originally posted by VoiceOfReason If I win August that sucker will be another astro camera! The K1 is amazing at it. Too bad my skill isn't quite up to it. In my case it will be another piece of kit that is significantly more capable than I am :'(

08-21-2018, 01:46 PM	#158
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	Originally posted by othar Forgive me if this is already asked and answered, but do lens reviews count for the 180 post limit to get a secure place in the raffle? I will probably post them anyway, just not in August otherwise. contact Adam through a PM

08-21-2018, 01:59 PM - 1 Like	#159
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	Originally posted by Cerebum In my case it will be another piece of kit that is significantly more capable than I am :'( It is very easy to grow in to. The controls are intuitive and the menus are just like you are used to in Pentax land.

08-21-2018, 02:20 PM - 1 Like	#160
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	Originally posted by Cerebum In my case it will be another piece of kit that is significantly more capable than I am :'( When you think about it, you probably don’t have a viewing port or a bayonet mount, let alone the ability to turn photons into digital data that’s able to be interpreted by a smart phone, so I wouldn’t worry about capability. I’d only worry when your camera starts taking photos on its own, and they’re better than yours.

08-21-2018, 02:36 PM	#161
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	Originally posted by RobA_Oz When you think about it, you probably don’t have a viewing port or a bayonet mount, let alone the ability to turn photons into digital data that’s able to be interpreted by a smart phone, so I wouldn’t worry about capability. I’d only worry when your camera starts taking photos on its own, and they’re better than yours. If that happens it's time for an exorcism. Or time to worry about the robots taking over. Either way...

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08-21-2018, 03:36 PM	#162
Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,828	Originally posted by RobA_Oz When you think about it, you probably don’t have a viewing port or a bayonet mount, let alone the ability to turn photons into digital data that’s able to be interpreted by a smart phone, so I wouldn’t worry about capability. I’d only worry when your camera starts taking photos on its own, and they’re better than yours. And how do you know I don't have those bits surgically implant.........OK, yeah, that would be stupid

08-21-2018, 06:51 PM	#163
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	Originally posted by xtcck Why no? very complex method of choice

08-21-2018, 07:39 PM	#164
Mark Ransom Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 498	Originally posted by Adam Guys, I've been getting some complaints from users who are experiencing disruptions in their browsing experience due to a flood of posts, mostly in the photo-sharing sections. While I'm excited by the enthusiasm and increased level of participation, I'd like to ask everyone to refrain from posting just to raise that progress bar "Brute forcing" the counter is definitely not in the spirit of the giveaway, and while it hadn't been an issue in prior months, I may add a cap on spikes in activity if we continue receiving such feedback. Thanks in advance! Can you expand on this a little bit? I thought the whole point of having a post threshold was to get more participation on the site. That's exactly what I've been doing, and I've been trying to do it honestly, not to spike the counter. My posting has increased exponentially. Part of that is posting in the photo sharing sections, which I've done for the very first time during the last 2 months. Are there some guidelines on proper behavior?