K1-II upgrade in Oz

**wizofoz** · 03-13-2018, 06:56 PM - **2 Likes**

G'day folks

I just got off the phone to CRK. I was inquiring about the availability and cost of doing the K1-II upgrade in Aust. The info is that it will cost au$770 and be available in May. The conversion will be done locally (so presumably without much delay).

At current exchange rates $550 USD works out to Au$699.74 (close enough to $700). If we then add 10% GST, we get $770. Fair enough.

I assume the techs will do a minor service and check the camera for tolerances, etc when they do the change of components. I should have asked.

I wonder what I can get for my used K-1 (with Sigma scratch) and is it worth the hassle to sell it and get a new K1-II with the extra period of warranty, etc?

Food for thought

Sandy Hancock · 03-13-2018, 07:21 PM

I'll certainly be getting my black K-1 converted ASAP.
My silver K-1 won't be touched unless the first upgrade exceeds expectations.

Billk · 03-13-2018, 08:22 PM

If I can raise the $770, I will get the upgrade.

Wild Mark · 03-13-2018, 08:29 PM - **1 Like**

In the interests of sustainable resource use I will be upgrading. I think this approach by Pentax is virtuous and we should see more of it. These cameras should have external toughness capable of 10 years of wear and tear. Internal upgrades become the norm. That is my 2c worth.

Sandy Hancock · 03-13-2018, 09:24 PM

Originally posted by Wild Mark

In the interests of sustainable resource use I will be upgrading. I think this approach by Pentax is virtuous and we should see more of it.

I completely agree, especially when there is essentially nothing wrong with the physical attributes of the camera.

Tony Growden · 03-13-2018, 09:40 PM

This is what they posted on Facebook on March 9th. Still there today stating $700 neat.

Pentax Australia
March 9 at 11:00am ·
Great news for all Australian owners of the K-1 - we can now confirm the price and timeframe for those looking to upgrade to the latest model - the K-1 II!

Starting shortly after the release of the K-1 II, we'll be offering an upgrade path for existing owners of the previous K-1 model for just $700 AUD from May 21st until September 30th 2018.

Keep your eyes peeled for more information on how you can participate in this upgrade path closer to the exciting release of the K-1 II later next month.

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biz-engineer · 03-13-2018, 11:39 PM

Originally posted by wizofoz

I wonder what I can get for my used K-1 (with Sigma scratch) and is it worth the hassle to sell it and get a new K1-II with the extra period of warranty, etc?

IMO it is better to sell the K1 and pay the difference for a K1 II, it would cost about the same, but you get a brand new camera out of factory with the guarantee.
Anyway, I guess we will see a lot more K1 for sale , and the price might drop a bit around 1200 to 1500E price range.

noelpolar · 03-13-2018, 11:58 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by biz-engineer

IMO it is better to sell the K1 and pay the difference for a K1 II, it would cost about the same, but you get a brand new camera out of factory with the guarantee.
Anyway, I guess we will see a lot more K1 for sale , and the price might drop a bit around 1200 to 1500E price range.

So... anyones wife thinking of having a bit of cosmetic surgery..... just get the new model you reckon.....

**wizofoz** · 03-14-2018, 12:40 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by noelpolar

So... anyones wife thinking of having a bit of cosmetic surgery..... just get the new model you reckon.....

This made my day....

noelpolar · 03-14-2018, 07:48 PM

Originally posted by wizofoz

This made my day....

Thanks..... very few young ones understand all the hidden costs in a change over.....

03-13-2018, 06:56 PM - 2 Likes	#1
wizofoz Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Melbourne, Outer east. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,695	K1-II upgrade in Oz G'day folks I just got off the phone to CRK. I was inquiring about the availability and cost of doing the K1-II upgrade in Aust. The info is that it will cost au$770 and be available in May. The conversion will be done locally (so presumably without much delay). At current exchange rates $550 USD works out to Au$699.74 (close enough to $700). If we then add 10% GST, we get $770. Fair enough. I assume the techs will do a minor service and check the camera for tolerances, etc when they do the change of components. I should have asked. I wonder what I can get for my used K-1 (with Sigma scratch) and is it worth the hassle to sell it and get a new K1-II with the extra period of warranty, etc? Food for thought

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03-13-2018, 07:21 PM	#2
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	I'll certainly be getting my black K-1 converted ASAP. My silver K-1 won't be touched unless the first upgrade exceeds expectations.

03-13-2018, 08:22 PM	#3
Billk Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 349	If I can raise the $770, I will get the upgrade.

03-13-2018, 08:29 PM - 1 Like	#4
Wild Mark Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Newcastle Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,954	In the interests of sustainable resource use I will be upgrading. I think this approach by Pentax is virtuous and we should see more of it. These cameras should have external toughness capable of 10 years of wear and tear. Internal upgrades become the norm. That is my 2c worth.

03-13-2018, 09:24 PM	#5
Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,272	Originally posted by Wild Mark In the interests of sustainable resource use I will be upgrading. I think this approach by Pentax is virtuous and we should see more of it. I completely agree, especially when there is essentially nothing wrong with the physical attributes of the camera.

03-13-2018, 09:40 PM	#6
Tony Growden Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 61	This is what they posted on Facebook on March 9th. Still there today stating $700 neat. Pentax Australia March 9 at 11:00am · Great news for all Australian owners of the K-1 - we can now confirm the price and timeframe for those looking to upgrade to the latest model - the K-1 II! Starting shortly after the release of the K-1 II, we'll be offering an upgrade path for existing owners of the previous K-1 model for just $700 AUD from May 21st until September 30th 2018. Keep your eyes peeled for more information on how you can participate in this upgrade path closer to the exciting release of the K-1 II later next month. Ricoh Imaging \| Home ---------- Post added 03-14-2018 at 02:43 PM ----------

03-13-2018, 11:39 PM	#7
biz-engineer Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 12,231	Originally posted by wizofoz I wonder what I can get for my used K-1 (with Sigma scratch) and is it worth the hassle to sell it and get a new K1-II with the extra period of warranty, etc? IMO it is better to sell the K1 and pay the difference for a K1 II, it would cost about the same, but you get a brand new camera out of factory with the guarantee. Anyway, I guess we will see a lot more K1 for sale , and the price might drop a bit around 1200 to 1500E price range.

03-13-2018, 11:58 PM - 3 Likes	#8
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by biz-engineer IMO it is better to sell the K1 and pay the difference for a K1 II, it would cost about the same, but you get a brand new camera out of factory with the guarantee. Anyway, I guess we will see a lot more K1 for sale , and the price might drop a bit around 1200 to 1500E price range. So... anyones wife thinking of having a bit of cosmetic surgery..... just get the new model you reckon.....

03-14-2018, 12:40 AM - 1 Like	#9
wizofoz Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Melbourne, Outer east. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,695 Original Poster	Originally posted by noelpolar So... anyones wife thinking of having a bit of cosmetic surgery..... just get the new model you reckon..... This made my day....

03-14-2018, 07:48 PM	#10
noelpolar Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Goolwa, SA Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,310	Originally posted by wizofoz This made my day.... Thanks..... very few young ones understand all the hidden costs in a change over.....