K-1 media coverage around the world - post links here

victormeldrew · 05-14-2016, 07:44 AM

Don't know if this is here already...petapixel's hands-on review (dated yesterday)
A Real World Review of the Pentax K-1

**maxfield_photo** · 05-14-2016, 10:22 PM

It comes complete with a disclaimer, because we're just such a rowdy bunch.

You Tube

Class A · 05-14-2016, 11:32 PM

Originally posted by maxfield_photo

It comes complete with a disclaimer, because we're just such a rowdy bunch.

Here is a link that skips the intro that is probably a failed attempt at trying to be funny:

http://youtu.be/87yGmD71nyA?t=20

N.B.: Great appraisal of the camera. Great stuff from Chris Niccolls, as always.

They didn't say anything stupid (*) so why the childish disclaimer in the beginning?

(*) Nothing stupid, but I didn't understand the remark about Pentax cameras demanding a lot of pursuit to be properly used. To optimally use any complex piece of equipment one has to put in the time to learn about it. That is true of any such piece of equipment and does not need mentioning with respect to Pentax cameras in particular.

Fair point, though, about admitting that they don't have the time to learn about every camera in-depth. Which may (or may not) explain why they received some feedback for their coverage of Pentax cameras from Pentaxians that pointed out some omissions / misconceptions.

Personally, I found they always did a great job with reviewing flagship Pentax DSLRs. I didn't get the alcohol-fueled teasing of some of Pentax's more quirky products at the end of year reviews, but they didn't bother me much either.

**Oakland Rob** · 05-16-2016, 08:34 AM

Yeah I saw that (clipped) disclaimer and it was "move on." Not that I'm a Pentax Fanboy, but it just seemed unprofessional.

**Tas** · 05-22-2016, 06:26 PM

Kai throws bait in the water.

Skip to 9 mins 40s to see what I'm referring to:

You Tube

At least he has the right lens on it.

Tas

tomO2013 · 05-24-2016, 01:15 PM

Historically Kai has never really liked or gelled with Pentax products. Lok's (pre)view in Hong Kong was interesting in that they ripped on some of the features that other reviewers have been getting hot and bothered about!

Topsy · 05-24-2016, 01:49 PM

Originally posted by tomO2013

Historically Kai has never really liked or gelled with Pentax products.

I wouldn't actually really say that.
Afaik his first camera was a Pentax and I remember reading one or two articles written by him that are quite positive towards the brand.

It's entertainment anyways, a bit like TopGear was (I think someone actually compares it in the comments of the above video), you get a general idea about the product but lots of it is tongue in cheek.

Not a Number · 05-24-2016, 05:03 PM

Kai has always displayed a soft spot towards Pentax. This stands out in his reviews of pancake lenses, the K-S2, the K-r (Will Ricoh kill Pentax?) and the mock public service How to Save Pentax (call 0-800-hope-for-pentax).

And then there is Kai's blog entry "5 Reasons Why Pentax DSLRs are Not That Rubbish"
5 Reasons Why Pentax DSLRs are Not That Rubbish

Quote:

My very first SLR was a Pentax, and I still have fond feelings for the brand as a result.

A statement he has reiterated in one or two of his videos.

**clackers** · 05-24-2016, 07:35 PM

Originally posted by tomO2013

Historically Kai has never really liked or gelled with Pentax products.

That's not true. He thinks Pentax is 'weird and wonderful'.

tomO2013 · 05-24-2016, 11:56 PM

Sorry guys - that's my bad. I had interpretted the 1800-SAVE-PENTAX thing a little different!

**jkobleur** · 05-25-2016, 10:09 AM

I haven't seen this one posted. It's long but I thought it was interesting.

You Tube

littledaddy70 · 05-31-2016, 01:12 AM

Here is a quick review by a Malaysian photographer. Enjoy the read.
Pentax K-1 – Hands-on Review by Maxby Chan | PhotoSafari

D1N0 · 06-05-2016, 06:16 AM - **1 Like**

Shutterbug likes the K-1 Pentax K-1 DSLR Review | Shutterbug

bertwert · 06-05-2016, 07:11 AM

Originally posted by D1N0

Shutterbug likes the K-1 Pentax K-1 DSLR Review | Shutterbug

That first line doesn't make much sense...

Quote:

The Pentax K-1 ($1,796.95) is the first full-frame (36x24mm) SLR from the company since it introduced the legendary LX film camera back in 1980.

victormeldrew · 06-05-2016, 07:49 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

That first line doesn't make much sense...

I was looking forward to the K-1 until now...didn't know it took film!

05-14-2016, 11:32 PM	#228
Class A Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 11,251	Originally posted by maxfield_photo It comes complete with a disclaimer, because we're just such a rowdy bunch. Here is a link that skips the intro that is probably a failed attempt at trying to be funny: http://youtu.be/87yGmD71nyA?t=20 N.B.: Great appraisal of the camera. Great stuff from Chris Niccolls, as always. They didn't say anything stupid () so why the childish disclaimer in the beginning? () Nothing stupid, but I didn't understand the remark about Pentax cameras demanding a lot of pursuit to be properly used. To optimally use any complex piece of equipment one has to put in the time to learn about it. That is true of any such piece of equipment and does not need mentioning with respect to Pentax cameras in particular. Fair point, though, about admitting that they don't have the time to learn about every camera in-depth. Which may (or may not) explain why they received some feedback for their coverage of Pentax cameras from Pentaxians that pointed out some omissions / misconceptions. Personally, I found they always did a great job with reviewing flagship Pentax DSLRs. I didn't get the alcohol-fueled teasing of some of Pentax's more quirky products at the end of year reviews, but they didn't bother me much either. Last edited by Class A; 05-15-2016 at 02:12 AM.

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05-14-2016, 07:44 AM	#226
victormeldrew Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: South West UK Photos: Albums Posts: 1,493	Don't know if this is here already...petapixel's hands-on review (dated yesterday) A Real World Review of the Pentax K-1

05-16-2016, 08:34 AM	#229
Oakland Rob Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Bay Area California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 798	Yeah I saw that (clipped) disclaimer and it was "move on." Not that I'm a Pentax Fanboy, but it just seemed unprofessional.

05-24-2016, 01:15 PM	#231
tomO2013 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 155	Historically Kai has never really liked or gelled with Pentax products. Lok's (pre)view in Hong Kong was interesting in that they ripped on some of the features that other reviewers have been getting hot and bothered about!

05-24-2016, 01:49 PM	#232
Topsy Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 625	Originally posted by tomO2013 Historically Kai has never really liked or gelled with Pentax products. I wouldn't actually really say that. Afaik his first camera was a Pentax and I remember reading one or two articles written by him that are quite positive towards the brand. It's entertainment anyways, a bit like TopGear was (I think someone actually compares it in the comments of the above video), you get a general idea about the product but lots of it is tongue in cheek.

05-24-2016, 05:03 PM	#233
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Kai has always displayed a soft spot towards Pentax. This stands out in his reviews of pancake lenses, the K-S2, the K-r (Will Ricoh kill Pentax?) and the mock public service How to Save Pentax (call 0-800-hope-for-pentax). And then there is Kai's blog entry "5 Reasons Why Pentax DSLRs are Not That Rubbish" 5 Reasons Why Pentax DSLRs are Not That Rubbish Quote: My very first SLR was a Pentax, and I still have fond feelings for the brand as a result. A statement he has reiterated in one or two of his videos.

05-24-2016, 07:35 PM	#234
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by tomO2013 Historically Kai has never really liked or gelled with Pentax products. That's not true. He thinks Pentax is 'weird and wonderful'.

05-24-2016, 11:56 PM	#235
tomO2013 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 155	Sorry guys - that's my bad. I had interpretted the 1800-SAVE-PENTAX thing a little different!

05-31-2016, 01:12 AM	#237
littledaddy70 New Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Penang Posts: 4	Here is a quick review by a Malaysian photographer. Enjoy the read. Pentax K-1 – Hands-on Review by Maxby Chan \| PhotoSafari

06-05-2016, 06:16 AM - 1 Like	#238
D1N0 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Location: --- Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,802	Shutterbug likes the K-1 Pentax K-1 DSLR Review \| Shutterbug

06-05-2016, 07:11 AM	#239
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by D1N0 Shutterbug likes the K-1 Pentax K-1 DSLR Review \| Shutterbug That first line doesn't make much sense... Quote: The Pentax K-1 ($1,796.95) is the first full-frame (36x24mm) SLR from the company since it introduced the legendary LX film camera back in 1980.

06-05-2016, 07:49 AM	#240
victormeldrew Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: South West UK Photos: Albums Posts: 1,493	Originally posted by bertwert That first line doesn't make much sense... I was looking forward to the K-1 until now...didn't know it took film!