Hello from California

Setter Dog · 02-11-2015, 04:38 PM

Hello Folks,....I'm a lifetime photographer but new to Pentax. I've used Canon DSLRs, Sony a77, and several bridge cameras. I got completely out of the lens changing thing, temporarily, when I bought my Panasonic FZ1000. I think it's one of the best cameras ever built, and really fun to use.

I discovered Pentax accidentally and thought I'd try one, primarily for my twice annual trips to Teton National Park and Yellowstone. My thinking is that a DSLR would be a little better for me in early morning low light. Somewhere, I stumbled onto a description of the Pentax K50 and bought one. I must say, of all the ILCs I've used, this one is the most fun! The "Hyper P Mode" is great and the front and back wheels are an excellent feature. I even use the AA battery attachment, though the camera has never left the house. Great little camera that got me hooked. I suspect I'll be with Pentax a long time and try some of the other models.

I'm a very senior citizen, retired airline pilot and ex fighter pilot. Cameras seem to satisfy my equipment needs that I used to get from jets.

If there's a discussion somewhere about the new KS2, could someone direct me to it? I will probably add either it or the K3 in the next few months. I'm curious about the non AA filter feature.

Nice to meet all of you!

Jack

Adam · 02-11-2015, 05:07 PM

Originally posted by Setter Dog

I'm curious about the non AA filter feature.

That feature should work the way same in both the K-S2 and the K-3. Here are some tests that illustrate its capabilities:
Pentax K-3 Review - Moire | PentaxForums.com Reviews

If you're enjoying the K-50, you'll love the K-3 even more. The K-S2 would feel very similar, just a bit more modern here and there.

**patrick9** · 02-11-2015, 08:16 PM

Hello Jack Welcome to the Forums and the Pentax family.

**crewl1** · 02-11-2015, 08:19 PM

Welcome! We will be having a meetup on the 21st f you would like to join.
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/43-gatherings-events-groups/286407-southe...21-2015-a.html

**mike.hiran** · 02-11-2015, 08:31 PM

Originally posted by Setter Dog

Hello Folks,....I'm a lifetime photographer but new to Pentax. I've used Canon DSLRs, Sony a77, and several bridge cameras. I got completely out of the lens changing thing, temporarily, when I bought my Panasonic FZ1000. I think it's one of the best cameras ever built, and really fun to use.

I discovered Pentax accidentally and thought I'd try one, primarily for my twice annual trips to Teton National Park and Yellowstone. My thinking is that a DSLR would be a little better for me in early morning low light. Somewhere, I stumbled onto a description of the Pentax K50 and bought one. I must say, of all the ILCs I've used, this one is the most fun! The "Hyper P Mode" is great and the front and back wheels are an excellent feature. I even use the AA battery attachment, though the camera has never left the house. Great little camera that got me hooked. I suspect I'll be with Pentax a long time and try some of the other models.

I'm a very senior citizen, retired airline pilot and ex fighter pilot. Cameras seem to satisfy my equipment needs that I used to get from jets.

If there's a discussion somewhere about the new KS2, could someone direct me to it? I will probably add either it or the K3 in the next few months. I'm curious about the non AA filter feature.

Nice to meet all of you!

Jack

Are you the same Setter Dog as on DPR? Either way, welcome to this forum!

Here's the k-s1 and k-s2 subforum - lots of talk on the ks2
Pentax K-S1 & K-S2 - PentaxForums.com

And since the ks2 is brand new, there's been a lot of talk in the News and Rumors section:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/16-pentax-news-rumors/287993-k-s2-coming.html

Setter Dog · 02-12-2015, 06:07 AM

Originally posted by patrick9

Hello Jack Welcome to the Forums and the Pentax family.

Thanks, Patrick,...seems like a nice helpful group of Pentax folks on this forum!

Jack

---------- Post added 02-12-15 at 05:08 AM ----------

Originally posted by crewl1

Welcome! We will be having a meetup on the 21st f you would like to join.
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/43-gatherings-events-groups/286407-southe...21-2015-a.html

Thanks for the offer to meet,....can't make it this time but maybe in the future.

Jack

---------- Post added 02-12-15 at 05:11 AM ----------

Originally posted by vagrant10

Are you the same Setter Dog as on DPR? Either way, welcome to this forum!

Here's the k-s1 and k-s2 subforum - lots of talk on the ks2
Pentax K-S1 & K-S2 - PentaxForums.com

And since the ks2 is brand new, there's been a lot of talk in the News and Rumors section:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/16-pentax-news-rumors/287993-k-s2-coming.html

Hi Mike,...yes, I'm the same old Setter Dog! Really enjoying my Pentax. The 55-300WR arrived yesterday and I really like the lens. Long zoom on animals is my favorite subject and the 55-300 will be great. It's not the only long zoom I have but it may become my favorite.

Thanks for the links. You are a very helpful guy and I'm glad to see you over here on this forum.

Jack

**Kerrowdown** · 02-12-2015, 02:20 PM

Welcome to the forum, it seems that you've already got a great rapport going on with some of the members already.

Setter Dog · 02-13-2015, 06:01 AM

Originally posted by Kerrowdown

Welcome to the forum, it seems that you've already got a great rapport going on with some of the members already.

I hope so. Mike was helpful to me on the DP Review forum before I bought my K50. I value user opinions and impressions more than I do expert reviews. Thanks for the welcome. Seems like a good bunch over here,...

Jack

02-11-2015, 04:38 PM	#1
Setter Dog Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Orange County California Posts: 117	Hello from California Hello Folks,....I'm a lifetime photographer but new to Pentax. I've used Canon DSLRs, Sony a77, and several bridge cameras. I got completely out of the lens changing thing, temporarily, when I bought my Panasonic FZ1000. I think it's one of the best cameras ever built, and really fun to use. I discovered Pentax accidentally and thought I'd try one, primarily for my twice annual trips to Teton National Park and Yellowstone. My thinking is that a DSLR would be a little better for me in early morning low light. Somewhere, I stumbled onto a description of the Pentax K50 and bought one. I must say, of all the ILCs I've used, this one is the most fun! The "Hyper P Mode" is great and the front and back wheels are an excellent feature. I even use the AA battery attachment, though the camera has never left the house. Great little camera that got me hooked. I suspect I'll be with Pentax a long time and try some of the other models. I'm a very senior citizen, retired airline pilot and ex fighter pilot. Cameras seem to satisfy my equipment needs that I used to get from jets. If there's a discussion somewhere about the new KS2, could someone direct me to it? I will probably add either it or the K3 in the next few months. I'm curious about the non AA filter feature. Nice to meet all of you! Jack

02-11-2015, 05:07 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by Setter Dog I'm curious about the non AA filter feature. That feature should work the way same in both the K-S2 and the K-3. Here are some tests that illustrate its capabilities: Pentax K-3 Review - Moire \| PentaxForums.com Reviews If you're enjoying the K-50, you'll love the K-3 even more. The K-S2 would feel very similar, just a bit more modern here and there. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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mike.hiran Site Supporter Join Date: May 2007 Location: portland Photos: Albums Posts: 1,491	Originally posted by Setter Dog Hello Folks,....I'm a lifetime photographer but new to Pentax. I've used Canon DSLRs, Sony a77, and several bridge cameras. I got completely out of the lens changing thing, temporarily, when I bought my Panasonic FZ1000. I think it's one of the best cameras ever built, and really fun to use. I discovered Pentax accidentally and thought I'd try one, primarily for my twice annual trips to Teton National Park and Yellowstone. My thinking is that a DSLR would be a little better for me in early morning low light. Somewhere, I stumbled onto a description of the Pentax K50 and bought one. I must say, of all the ILCs I've used, this one is the most fun! The "Hyper P Mode" is great and the front and back wheels are an excellent feature. I even use the AA battery attachment, though the camera has never left the house. Great little camera that got me hooked. I suspect I'll be with Pentax a long time and try some of the other models. I'm a very senior citizen, retired airline pilot and ex fighter pilot. Cameras seem to satisfy my equipment needs that I used to get from jets. If there's a discussion somewhere about the new KS2, could someone direct me to it? I will probably add either it or the K3 in the next few months. I'm curious about the non AA filter feature. Nice to meet all of you! Jack Are you the same Setter Dog as on DPR? Either way, welcome to this forum! Here's the k-s1 and k-s2 subforum - lots of talk on the ks2 Pentax K-S1 & K-S2 - PentaxForums.com And since the ks2 is brand new, there's been a lot of talk in the News and Rumors section: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/16-pentax-news-rumors/287993-k-s2-coming.html

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Setter Dog Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Orange County California Posts: 117 Original Poster	Originally posted by patrick9 Hello Jack Welcome to the Forums and the Pentax family. Thanks, Patrick,...seems like a nice helpful group of Pentax folks on this forum! Jack ---------- Post added 02-12-15 at 05:08 AM ---------- Originally posted by crewl1 Welcome! We will be having a meetup on the 21st f you would like to join. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/43-gatherings-events-groups/286407-southe...21-2015-a.html Thanks for the offer to meet,....can't make it this time but maybe in the future. Jack ---------- Post added 02-12-15 at 05:11 AM ---------- Originally posted by vagrant10 Are you the same Setter Dog as on DPR? Either way, welcome to this forum! Here's the k-s1 and k-s2 subforum - lots of talk on the ks2 Pentax K-S1 & K-S2 - PentaxForums.com And since the ks2 is brand new, there's been a lot of talk in the News and Rumors section: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/16-pentax-news-rumors/287993-k-s2-coming.html Hi Mike,...yes, I'm the same old Setter Dog! Really enjoying my Pentax. The 55-300WR arrived yesterday and I really like the lens. Long zoom on animals is my favorite subject and the 55-300 will be great. It's not the only long zoom I have but it may become my favorite. Thanks for the links. You are a very helpful guy and I'm glad to see you over here on this forum. Jack

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