Which Pentax FF would you buy ?

NZUnicorn · 08-31-2012, 11:08 PM

In order to sell in any great volume, there needs to be a significant point of difference compared to the dominant brands. I think mirrorless, with light weight and low price point, might the best way to achieve that point of difference.

Class A · 08-31-2012, 11:56 PM

Voting is fun (and doesn't cost anything) but no one should expect an FF model at Photokina 2012. I'd love to see one myself because I fear that Pentax will be losing a lot of users to the D600, but I just don't think it is realistic yet.

**Kerrowdown** · 09-02-2012, 12:28 PM

I voted for high end, I want it all and want it now and I want two.

**maxfield_photo** · 09-02-2012, 04:14 PM

Originally posted by Class A

Voting is fun (and doesn't cost anything) but no one should expect an FF model at Photokina 2012.

I'd be happy to vote with my dollars if only Pentax would let me. In a way, they're forcing me to vote with my dollars, my K20D needs to go in for service (the SDM contacts are fried) and I can't be without a camera for 6 weeks or more. I needs a second body anyway, but I won't be buying any more APS-Cs. What am I supposed to do? They just seem to be waiting for the perfect time to release one, but they need to realize that the rest of the industry won't stand still.

twitch · 09-02-2012, 05:48 PM

Originally posted by Class A

Voting is fun (and doesn't cost anything) but no one should expect an FF model at Photokina 2012. I'd love to see one myself because I fear that Pentax will be losing a lot of users to the D600, but I just don't think it is realistic yet.

Indeed. If Pentax don't come out with a FF, and the AF on the D600 is as good as the D700, I'll buy a D600.

In the camera market today with all the mirrorless systems, the niche a DSLR plays in is 1) ultimate IQ (in the form of a FF sensor) and 2) fast AF-C. Unfortunately these are the exact 2 things Pentax doesn't do.

I think unless Pentax can address these 2 things why would people want a Pentax DSLR? I'm sounding glass half full here I know, but cameras like the OMD/NEX and D600 are the perfect "pincer" move on the Pentax's market. Want small/weather sealed? Buy an OMD. Want ultimate in IQ or need ultimate in sports camera, buy a D600. What Pentax has left to compete on is just price I guess.

Andi Lo · 09-04-2012, 10:08 AM

Pentax FF + FA limiteds + cheap WR is the one thing pentax can do that others dont. If D600 and 6D is real (which it probably is), pentax have to follow suit or K mount will go the way of 43rds, or be content with offering to the lower end of the market.

I vote for D600 like

As for FF mirrorless imho there's little point ATM unless it's designed from the ground up like the rumored FF NEX

sqjaw · 09-06-2012, 07:09 PM

I'll tell you if and when its made LOL

befocus · 09-08-2012, 01:35 PM

mirrorless FF!

vanchaz2002 · 09-11-2012, 12:03 AM

I believe there are people like me don't care what FF Pentax would offer as long as it is a k-mount FF digital. It's better come out quick before I completely lost patient on this brand.

Lorant · 09-11-2012, 07:34 AM

I have money waiting for a mid-high..if the high ISO performance of the 36mp would equal the one of the 24mp I would go for 36mp..but even if its 24mp and its coming out in march..I will go for it the first day its available..

View Poll Results: Which Pentax FF would you buy ?
Entry-level FF, 24Mp, limited features, D600-like - around $1800	33	20.50%
Mid-level FF, 24Mp, advanced features - $2000-2500	53	32.92%
High-end FF, 36 Mp, D800-like - $3000	16	9.94%
Mirrorless FF, 24 Mp, EVF - $1200-1500	19	11.80%
Not interested in FF	40	24.84%
Voters: 161. You may not vote on this poll

09-02-2012, 05:48 PM	#50
twitch Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,571	Originally posted by Class A Voting is fun (and doesn't cost anything) but no one should expect an FF model at Photokina 2012. I'd love to see one myself because I fear that Pentax will be losing a lot of users to the D600, but I just don't think it is realistic yet. Indeed. If Pentax don't come out with a FF, and the AF on the D600 is as good as the D700, I'll buy a D600. In the camera market today with all the mirrorless systems, the niche a DSLR plays in is 1) ultimate IQ (in the form of a FF sensor) and 2) fast AF-C. Unfortunately these are the exact 2 things Pentax doesn't do. I think unless Pentax can address these 2 things why would people want a Pentax DSLR? I'm sounding glass half full here I know, but cameras like the OMD/NEX and D600 are the perfect "pincer" move on the Pentax's market. Want small/weather sealed? Buy an OMD. Want ultimate in IQ or need ultimate in sports camera, buy a D600. What Pentax has left to compete on is just price I guess. Last edited by twitch; 09-02-2012 at 05:53 PM.

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08-31-2012, 11:08 PM	#46
NZUnicorn Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 41	In order to sell in any great volume, there needs to be a significant point of difference compared to the dominant brands. I think mirrorless, with light weight and low price point, might the best way to achieve that point of difference.

08-31-2012, 11:56 PM	#47
Class A Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 11,251	Voting is fun (and doesn't cost anything) but no one should expect an FF model at Photokina 2012. I'd love to see one myself because I fear that Pentax will be losing a lot of users to the D600, but I just don't think it is realistic yet.

09-02-2012, 12:28 PM	#48
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,819	I voted for high end, I want it all and want it now and I want two.

09-02-2012, 04:14 PM	#49
maxfield_photo Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,216	Originally posted by Class A Voting is fun (and doesn't cost anything) but no one should expect an FF model at Photokina 2012. I'd be happy to vote with my dollars if only Pentax would let me. In a way, they're forcing me to vote with my dollars, my K20D needs to go in for service (the SDM contacts are fried) and I can't be without a camera for 6 weeks or more. I needs a second body anyway, but I won't be buying any more APS-Cs. What am I supposed to do? They just seem to be waiting for the perfect time to release one, but they need to realize that the rest of the industry won't stand still.

09-04-2012, 10:08 AM	#51
Andi Lo Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Posts: 2,924	Pentax FF + FA limiteds + cheap WR is the one thing pentax can do that others dont. If D600 and 6D is real (which it probably is), pentax have to follow suit or K mount will go the way of 43rds, or be content with offering to the lower end of the market. I vote for D600 like As for FF mirrorless imho there's little point ATM unless it's designed from the ground up like the rumored FF NEX

09-06-2012, 07:09 PM	#52
sqjaw Inactive Account Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Quincy,Ma. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 224	I'll tell you if and when its made LOL

09-08-2012, 01:35 PM	#53
befocus Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 50	mirrorless FF!

09-11-2012, 12:03 AM	#54
vanchaz2002 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 215	I believe there are people like me don't care what FF Pentax would offer as long as it is a k-mount FF digital. It's better come out quick before I completely lost patient on this brand.

09-11-2012, 07:34 AM	#55
Lorant New Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Esztergom Photos: Gallery Posts: 16	I have money waiting for a mid-high..if the high ISO performance of the 36mp would equal the one of the 24mp I would go for 36mp..but even if its 24mp and its coming out in march..I will go for it the first day its available..