Suggestion Camera Issues Database

Unregistered User · 12-23-2012, 05:34 PM

For statistical purposes, I think it would be a good idea to have a database on problems related
to the different Pentax models. For instance, the Kr had issues with front focus and the e-dial;
it would be good to have some quantitative data on these problems. To ascertain that the reported
problems are not of a bogus nature, those who report the problem must be asked to provide
the serial number to the model on which the problem occured.

Most companies are quite secretive in regard to such matters, but it is my firm view that
transparency is a good thing.

Dom

bdparker · 12-23-2012, 05:52 PM

That would make people worry about whats/could go wrong with their particular camera instead of working around the camera's personality and getting out their and taking photos.

Unregistered User · 12-23-2012, 06:33 PM

Originally posted by bdparker

That would make people worry about whats/could go wrong with their particular camera instead of working around the camera's personality and getting out their and taking photos.

I think it is a matter of how you present the facts rather than the facts themselves. I knew about the problems
with the Kr, but that did not deter me from getting one.

Adam · 12-23-2012, 08:59 PM

Originally posted by DominicVII

For statistical purposes, I think it would be a good idea to have a database on problems related
to the different Pentax models. For instance, the Kr had issues with front focus and the e-dial;
it would be good to have some quantitative data on these problems. To ascertain that the reported
problems are not of a bogus nature, those who report the problem must be asked to provide
the serial number to the model on which the problem occured.

Most companies are quite secretive in regard to such matters, but it is my firm view that
transparency is a good thing.

Dom

I really really hope that there won't be a need for such a database, now or in the future

Adam
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12-23-2012, 05:34 PM	#1
Unregistered User Guest	Camera Issues Database For statistical purposes, I think it would be a good idea to have a database on problems related to the different Pentax models. For instance, the Kr had issues with front focus and the e-dial; it would be good to have some quantitative data on these problems. To ascertain that the reported problems are not of a bogus nature, those who report the problem must be asked to provide the serial number to the model on which the problem occured. Most companies are quite secretive in regard to such matters, but it is my firm view that transparency is a good thing. Dom

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12-23-2012, 05:52 PM	#2
bdparker Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 307	That would make people worry about whats/could go wrong with their particular camera instead of working around the camera's personality and getting out their and taking photos.

12-23-2012, 06:33 PM	#3
Unregistered User Guest	Originally posted by bdparker That would make people worry about whats/could go wrong with their particular camera instead of working around the camera's personality and getting out their and taking photos. I think it is a matter of how you present the facts rather than the facts themselves. I knew about the problems with the Kr, but that did not deter me from getting one.

12-23-2012, 08:59 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by DominicVII For statistical purposes, I think it would be a good idea to have a database on problems related to the different Pentax models. For instance, the Kr had issues with front focus and the e-dial; it would be good to have some quantitative data on these problems. To ascertain that the reported problems are not of a bogus nature, those who report the problem must be asked to provide the serial number to the model on which the problem occured. Most companies are quite secretive in regard to such matters, but it is my firm view that transparency is a good thing. Dom I really really hope that there won't be a need for such a database, now or in the future 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: