Originally posted by Kunzite it's not the prettiest and it does look a bit bulky
Originally posted by kiwi_jono Nikon 810 which looks kind of soft and over rounded. But then for me the 1D is the ultimate in uglyness
Originally posted by RobA_Oz The K-1's bulk (and it is bulky, next to an LX, for example) is deceptive, though.
The K1 is one of the smallest digital reflex. I wouldn't say smaller is better, at some point, the size of the body should be such that it fit well in our hands and with a users interface easy to use. From this standpoint, the K1 (without grip) is no so large, display is fine (only one thing I believe is a design fault: the size and position of the SD slot selection above the 4 ways controls). The point I was trying to make is about the shape and finish of the camera body. Regarding the finish, it's usually plastic, whereas in the 70s, body were metal finish with nice metal knobs. Today, there's a lot of plastic on expensive camera bodies. My point is, cheap plastic is easily understandable on a entry level model, but I'd expect better materials for the top of the line products.
Originally posted by leekil I have always thought the K-1 was referring back to the classic look of the Pentax 67.
The external shape of the viewfinder of K1 is definitely noticeable, I kind of like it as it is unique to Pentax and does not mimic Canon and Nikon rounded designs.
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Originally posted by Not a Number Read about the design philosophy behind the K-1 Challengers | PENTAX K-1 Special site | RICOH IMAGING
Yes, thanks for the link. Quote "While it has an extremely compact design, its design is also impressive and quite original." . Yes, IMO it is definitely a compact design. Finishing is more like the K series, all in black with black rubber, metal black knobs for the three of the top dials. The rest is borrowed from the K series, plastic buttons and elements. When used with fast zooms , the K1 body looks small, and when used with ltd metal finish primes, the K1 and primes look unbalanced. I guess when Ricoh will offer new primes, they'll balance well with the K1 body.
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