Originally posted by rvandenbrink Try a k3(any version), the screen is fixed I think? My KP is also pretty weatherproof, even tho the screen does flip up/down
k3 was great, but needed the versatility of a FF camera.
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Originally posted by BigMackCam That's quite the (re-)introduction, Sam, especially as you're looking to sell your equipment... "
ridden hard and put away wet", eh?
I'm interested to know which Sony camera you've selected (I actually rather like Sony and shoot the older A7 MkII when adapting vintage lenses). They haven't had the best reputation for weather resistance in the past, though I understand they're somewhat better now. Better than a K-1, though? Honestly, I doubt that... None of the DSLR and mirrorless cameras currently on the market is completely weather / water-proof.
Regardless, good luck and enjoy your Sony journey. Maybe you'll come back some time and let us know how you get on?
I gave up on shopping for durability. I shoot alot of video in the dark so went with the A7siii. I am enjoying the amount of customization and versatility of the menu and the video specific features. Missing the feel of the pentax. Also the mirrorless cameras must have a dust magnet on the sensor! Very annoying in the adventure video field.
---------- Post added 01-29-22 at 11:44 AM ----------
Originally posted by BigMackCam That's quite the (re-)introduction, Sam, especially as you're looking to sell your equipment... "
ridden hard and put away wet", eh?
I'm interested to know which Sony camera you've selected (I actually rather like Sony and shoot the older A7 MkII when adapting vintage lenses). They haven't had the best reputation for weather resistance in the past, though I understand they're somewhat better now. Better than a K-1, though? Honestly, I doubt that... None of the DSLR and mirrorless cameras currently on the market is completely weather / water-proof.
Regardless, good luck and enjoy your Sony journey. Maybe you'll come back some time and let us know how you get on?
I gave up on shopping for durability. I shoot alot of video in the dark so went with the A7siii. I am enjoying the amount of customization and versatility of the menu and the video specific features. Missing the feel of the pentax. Also the mirrorless cameras must have a dust magnet on the sensor! Very annoying in the adventure video field.
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Originally posted by ChristianRock I think if there's ever been someone for whom the K-3 III with its fixed screen was built for, it might have been you...
I loved my k-3ii needed the FF of the k-1, was tired of carrying heavy glass around and not being able to fully use it.
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Originally posted by Sidney Porter If you are submerging and then drying it out the next day you expectations are beyond what they offer. These are not underwater cameras.
I have an older go pro with a water proof case. It has been submerged. Crashed on mountain bikes, struck by lacrosse balls, dropped while hiking
Well I was on an expedition in Patagonia there were not a lot of options at the time
I don't make a habit of taking my DSLR swimming without a case. Having the k-1 screen fail so easily in light rain and again in light spray I decided if I was going to have to deal with that limitation I may as well have more videocentric features on board my body. I will always love Pentax, it took me 3 years of my colleagues making fun of me to finally upgrade, and only because the durability was not there anymore (even after sealing the screen to the camera body).
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Originally posted by tokyoscape You managed to destroy 3 K1 body, I am wondering how long a Sony will last!
So far it is lasting longer than my second K1 with the same treatment. Light rain, Dew covered timelapse and 200 miles of backcountry travel.
---------- Post added 01-29-22 at 11:58 AM ----------
Originally posted by carlb The opening post feels like the internet equivalent of coming along and taking a dump on someone's doorstep.
Why do some people feel the need to come along and make a public announcement about how they think something (not just Pentax) isn't up to scratch instead of just quietly moving on. Maybe they need to be the centre of attention.........
Made the post so you did not think the gear I was going to post for sale was lightly used. Why do you post anything on a forum? I want to share my experience and become more informed. Hope you enjoy being the center of my attention for these few seconds
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Originally posted by bobbotron You could look into an olympus m43 body, the em5 and em1 lines have great water resistance like pentax.
Thank you for the suggestion. I will take a look.
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Originally posted by UncleVanya The em1x is said to be the best at weather resistance and it certainly has video chops but the OP may be looking for full frame. The L-alliance Panasonic and Leica offerings are said to be quite well sealed as well.
I looked hard at the panasonic, opted to give up on durability, in exchange for low light functionality.