Originally posted by jake14mw I have been a regular visitor to this forum for many years. I have seen the introduction of many new cameras all the way back to the K20d. From my memory, I think the K-1 has a far higher percentage of glowing reviews to bad reviews of any camera I have seen. I have not been one of those waiting for a full frame camera from Pentax. But... I am always wanting a better tool. I have to admit that I am wishing I had the cash for one based on the glowing reviews. I'm very happy for Pentax to see that this camera has become such a big hit, and I'm happy for all the Pentax folks here that have been waiting for so long that they are happy with what they have received.
Can anyone else think of a Pentax camera this well received here?
I'd say it's the best-received Pentax DSLR so far. Pentax fans were of course happy just because it's a full frame, but now that the camera is out, people are starting to recognize it for the image quality above all else.
The only other body that came close (in my opinion) would be the K-5, since at the time it was a huge step up in image quality over anything Pentax had previously released. But can you believe than back in 2010, the K-5 cost just as much as the K-1 does now? (give or take $50)
Overall, I think the K-1 is doing so well because it delivers a lot of features and top-shelf image quality at an extremely competitive price, and it's packed with a handful of innovative technologies. I'd argue that it's even a better value than the 645Z.
Adam
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