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bdery · 09-10-2021, 05:35 AM - **4 Likes**

Hello guys!

I'm nearing the completion of the K-3 iii in-depth review! Yes, it's coming rather soon!

As always, we like to include sample images taken with the camera. I have several of course, but I always prefer to cover a broad range of subjects. As such, I'd like to request anyone who has images that they like to reach out to me, so that I can include them.

Proper credit is always given of course.

Full-res images are preferable, with EXIF intact so I can note the exposure parameters and lens.

Simply drop me a PM, and we'll arrange for file transfer via a hosting service.

Thank you all in advance!

**Apet-Sure** · 09-10-2021, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by bdery

I'm nearing the completion of the K-3 iii in-depth review! Yes, it's coming rather soon!

Outstanding! Thanks for your efforts.

Kunzite · 09-10-2021, 12:57 PM - **6 Likes**

I hope you won't title it, "Katie review" - as almost nobody would know what it's about.
This nonsense should stop, rather than being encouraged. We're not an elitist group with our secret language.

Otherwise, I'm looking forward for the review. DPR's should also be published soon, or be a few thousand years late.

AfterPentax Mark II · 09-10-2021, 02:42 PM

On the other hand, I like that someone gives an endearing name to his or hers camera. Lloyd-Christmas did the same and I thought it was the name of his daughter. (Took Katie to Medieval Times - A learning experience - PentaxForums.com) We mention a boat, ship "she" and give it name and splash sparkling wine over it. So why not give a name to a camera you love? And you are wrong: Pentax users are an elitist group of photographers and they should be proud of that! But I agree on this, do not put it in the title of a review. Nor should you baptize it with champagne!

**Madaboutpix** · 09-10-2021, 11:53 PM

Although I occasionally can't resist taking out my K-3 or one of my DA lenses just to "fondle" them when there is zero chance of going on a photo walk, just because I can and they are such wonderfully made instruments, I have stopped short of giving them endearing names. Has just never occurred to me, and also doesn't particularly aid conversation IMO. Feels more natural to me for trusty ships, planes, or cars that faithfully carry one to the far reaches of the world, but hey, people should be able to indulge in their idiosyncracies (I sure have mine too).

However, Bernard's full review of the K-3 III is definitely something to look forward to.

Kunzite · 09-11-2021, 12:16 AM

Originally posted by AfterPentax Mark II

Lloyd-Christmas did the same and I thought it was the name of his daughter.

This ^^^

Anyway, I'd better not deviate this thread further. Let's all wait for Jerry's review of the K-3iii (or whatever people calls it).

biz-engineer · 09-11-2021, 12:34 AM

Who is Katie? Ah! it's a Petax camera. Looking forward to read the review

**StiffLegged** · 09-11-2021, 12:59 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Kunzite

…. We're not an elitist group with our secret language.

I beg to differ: as an enthusiast group we do have our own language! I was reading on DPR about ETTR when using both ND and CPL while shooting astro. They reckon the ND isn’t necessary as it can be dealt with in post. Several readers recommend high ISO instead of curve adjustments but others reckon combining multiple layers in PS gives better NR.

I do hope that’s clear.

The new Pentax K-3iii (Katie) review: out now on your favourite photography forum. That should do!

Kunzite · 09-11-2021, 02:17 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by StiffLegged

I beg to differ: as an enthusiast group we do have our own language!

Well, Robert, there's a difference between accepted terminology and actual names, and making up our own

**StiffLegged** · 09-11-2021, 03:12 AM

Who's Robert? And has he met Katie yet? I've been called many things, but not that....

Kunzite · 09-11-2021, 05:35 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by StiffLegged

Who's Robert? And has he met Katie yet? I've been called many things, but not that....

Why, that's you, isn't it obvious? I'm starting naming everyone who thinks it's a good idea making up names for camera models

bertwert · 09-11-2021, 05:42 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by StiffLegged

Who's Robert?

You called..?

**Apet-Sure** · 09-11-2021, 02:49 PM

I've always thought of my Pentax cameras as being more masculine, since they are ruggedly built. Not sure I'd want to hang out with a lady dressed in black from head to toe.

**clackers** · 09-11-2021, 03:17 PM

Originally posted by Apet-Sure

I've always thought of my Pentax cameras as being more masculine, since they are ruggedly built. Not sure I'd want to hang out with a lady dressed in black from head to toe.

Silver edition for you, Apet-Sure!

**RGlasel** · 09-11-2021, 07:17 PM

Shucks, I came here to see examples of photos that could only be taken with a K-3iii; all I found was a debate over the overly-cute feminine nickname for this specific model of camera. I do look forward to M. Dery's thorough and well executed reviews, so I will overlook the unnecessary nickname in the thread title.

09-10-2021, 05:35 AM - 4 Likes	#1
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,363	Your favourite images with Katie the K-3 iii Hello guys! I'm nearing the completion of the K-3 iii in-depth review! Yes, it's coming rather soon! As always, we like to include sample images taken with the camera. I have several of course, but I always prefer to cover a broad range of subjects. As such, I'd like to request anyone who has images that they like to reach out to me, so that I can include them. Proper credit is always given of course. Full-res images are preferable, with EXIF intact so I can note the exposure parameters and lens. Simply drop me a PM, and we'll arrange for file transfer via a hosting service. Thank you all in advance!

09-10-2021, 02:42 PM	#4
AfterPentax Mark II Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2021 Posts: 1,467	What's in a name On the other hand, I like that someone gives an endearing name to his or hers camera. Lloyd-Christmas did the same and I thought it was the name of his daughter. (Took Katie to Medieval Times - A learning experience - PentaxForums.com) We mention a boat, ship "she" and give it name and splash sparkling wine over it. So why not give a name to a camera you love? And you are wrong: Pentax users are an elitist group of photographers and they should be proud of that! But I agree on this, do not put it in the title of a review. Nor should you baptize it with champagne!

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Apet-Sure Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Goldsboro North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,872	Originally posted by bdery I'm nearing the completion of the K-3 iii in-depth review! Yes, it's coming rather soon! Outstanding! Thanks for your efforts.

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Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,132	I hope you won't title it, "Katie review" - as almost nobody would know what it's about. This nonsense should stop, rather than being encouraged. We're not an elitist group with our secret language. Otherwise, I'm looking forward for the review. DPR's should also be published soon, or be a few thousand years late.

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Madaboutpix Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: North Rhine-Westphalia Posts: 1,448	Although I occasionally can't resist taking out my K-3 or one of my DA lenses just to "fondle" them when there is zero chance of going on a photo walk, just because I can and they are such wonderfully made instruments, I have stopped short of giving them endearing names. Has just never occurred to me, and also doesn't particularly aid conversation IMO. Feels more natural to me for trusty ships, planes, or cars that faithfully carry one to the far reaches of the world, but hey, people should be able to indulge in their idiosyncracies (I sure have mine too). However, Bernard's full review of the K-3 III is definitely something to look forward to.

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Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,132	Originally posted by AfterPentax Mark II Lloyd-Christmas did the same and I thought it was the name of his daughter. This ^^^ Anyway, I'd better not deviate this thread further. Let's all wait for Jerry's review of the K-3iii (or whatever people calls it).

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biz-engineer Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 12,252	Who is Katie? Ah! it's a Petax camera. Looking forward to read the review

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StiffLegged Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,640	Originally posted by Kunzite …. We're not an elitist group with our secret language. I beg to differ: as an enthusiast group we do have our own language! I was reading on DPR about ETTR when using both ND and CPL while shooting astro. They reckon the ND isn’t necessary as it can be dealt with in post. Several readers recommend high ISO instead of curve adjustments but others reckon combining multiple layers in PS gives better NR. I do hope that’s clear. The new Pentax K-3iii (Katie) review: out now on your favourite photography forum. That should do!

09-11-2021, 02:17 AM - 1 Like	#9
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,132	Originally posted by StiffLegged I beg to differ: as an enthusiast group we do have our own language! Well, Robert, there's a difference between accepted terminology and actual names, and making up our own

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StiffLegged Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,640	Who's Robert? And has he met Katie yet? I've been called many things, but not that....

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Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,132	Originally posted by StiffLegged Who's Robert? And has he met Katie yet? I've been called many things, but not that.... Why, that's you, isn't it obvious? I'm starting naming everyone who thinks it's a good idea making up names for camera models

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by StiffLegged Who's Robert? You called..?

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Apet-Sure Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Goldsboro North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,872	I've always thought of my Pentax cameras as being more masculine, since they are ruggedly built. Not sure I'd want to hang out with a lady dressed in black from head to toe.

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clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by Apet-Sure I've always thought of my Pentax cameras as being more masculine, since they are ruggedly built. Not sure I'd want to hang out with a lady dressed in black from head to toe. Silver edition for you, Apet-Sure!

09-11-2021, 07:17 PM	#15
RGlasel Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Saskatoon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,229	Shucks, I came here to see examples of photos that could only be taken with a K-3iii; all I found was a debate over the overly-cute feminine nickname for this specific model of camera. I do look forward to M. Dery's thorough and well executed reviews, so I will overlook the unnecessary nickname in the thread title.

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