Will you sell your current camera when the new K comes?

MikeyBugs95 · 10-23-2019, 06:22 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Pentikonian

True. And sometimes, life being what it is, something can unexpectedly accelerate the process.

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

Or bring it to dead stop...

Gallows humour, I know.

Life can go from 0-100-0 real quick.

Snapppy · 10-23-2019, 06:59 AM

Originally posted by dlh

Yeah. What HE said. I haven't finished figuring out how to best exploit the K-1 and the KP, yet.

I have been thinking about this a lot recently as well. I'm just barely scratching the surface with using astrotracer and pixelshift, let alone just utilizing the great image quality given generally. It's clear to me a new camera wouldn't really add anything for me. I don't use autofocus enough for an improvement to be a big deal to me. Same with higher frame rates. Only thing I would like is video, which I do use frequently, but that's not Pentax's focus, and I get that.

BUT, I am not immune to craving cool new stuff. So, who knows

Cynog Ap Brychan · 10-23-2019, 08:09 AM

Originally posted by Pentikonian

That's the 800lb gorilla in the room I'm attempting to ignore.

Unfortunately, regardless of what I'd prefer to do, the decision to downsize to lighter gear may happen sooner than later.

You need to downsize to a 700 lb gorilla! I did, and I've never looked back.

pathdoc · 10-23-2019, 08:23 AM

No need. I have the K-1 for high-level "flagship camera" work, the K-5 for general duty that requires a weatherproof body and an inbuilt flash, and the *istDS for lower-megapixel fun. If the K-5 ever packed up I'd consider replacing it, BUT its replacement must have an inbuilt flash.

SSGGeezer · 10-23-2019, 09:01 AM

Originally posted by RobA_Oz

Or bring it to dead stop...

Gallows humour, I know.

You have to have it when you live where any critter you stumble over or on can kill you! I think fatalistic thinking may be a bit more commn for folks in your neighborhood Rob!

**Sir Nameless** · 10-23-2019, 09:10 AM - **2 Likes**

Depends. Who would want to buy a K-50 at this point? (I wouldn't.)

I think I'm going to ride this horse till it dies, then use it for manual glass until it dies all the way. Then eat it. Crunch crunch.

TerryL · 10-23-2019, 09:27 AM

Sure.

Fenwoodian · 10-23-2019, 09:51 AM - **2 Likes**

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I won't buy the new camera. First, the lack of flippy screen is a deal breaker for me. Second, I'm all full frame now with my Pentax system and have no intentions of ever going back to a smaller sensor in a Pentax camera that I use exclusively for stills.

Video is important to me, and for that I shoot 4K with my Panasonic M4/3 and Fuji X APS-C system. But for my bokeh still photos, I prefer Pentax K-1 full frame images over the images produced from Panny M4/3, Fuji X, or Nikon full frame.
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**ThorSanchez** · 10-23-2019, 11:49 AM

I will probably buy the new camera at some point, especially if the rumored AF-C improvements materialize, but not sell my K-3ii or K-30. The K-3ii is still a very functional camera that can serve as a backup body or for other family members, and the K-30 won't bring much cash back.

Pentikonian · 10-23-2019, 12:08 PM

Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan

You need to downsize to a 700 lb gorilla! I did, and I've never looked back.

Already have chimp-sized gear with the Fuji stuff. Lighter weight, but has it's own set of issues.

Sometime in the future I'll likely have to remove something from the "stuff I like to photograph" category in order to fit into one smaller lighter system.

**RobA_Oz** · 10-23-2019, 02:18 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by SSGGeezer

You have to have it when you live where any critter you stumble over or on can kill you! I think fatalistic thinking may be a bit more commn for folks in your neighborhood Rob!

Our reputation seems to have preceded us.

In other places, it’s the two-legged creatures you have to be more wary of!

None of which I had in mind when I posted the original thought, though. I was thinking more of the perils of lifestyle and bodily decrepitude. But then, I do happen to live in a more peaceful corner of this dangerous continent.

**microlight** · 10-24-2019, 02:20 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Snapppy

I'm just barely scratching the surface with using astrotracer and pixelshift, let alone just utilizing the great image quality given generally.

Yes, I feel the same. BUT - that new prism housing is really cute...

Breakfastographer · 10-27-2019, 09:58 AM

Originally posted by FozzFoster

If you do decided to sell, what would make you choose to keep your K-5 over the K-3?

I've got to say, that is one really tough call. Lovely image quality on the K-5 series on a pixel level, although the K-3 can look sharper and about as clean when scaled to 16 megapixels. However, I would expect the K-3 to meter more accurately - without having done side-by-side comparisons. Then again, the interface on the K-5 is just the best.

---------- Post added 10-27-19 at 10:00 AM ----------

Originally posted by Pentikonian

Already have chimp-sized gear with the Fuji stuff. Lighter weight, but has it's own set of issues.

Sometime in the future I'll likely have to remove something from the "stuff I like to photograph" category in order to fit into one smaller lighter system.

That sounds disheartening - I'm sure we can find you a better solution.

jokers10 · 10-27-2019, 10:02 AM

I still have the K-30, so I am ready for an upgrade, but will likely send the K30 to my little brother who does not currently own a dslr. Not sure if I will buy the new pentax or jump ship. I have a good workflow with my current glass, and would hate to re-purchase those ranges in another mount.

**Cerebum** · 10-27-2019, 10:25 AM

I have been using my K3 recently, just because I love it but the KP is that bit better when it comes to IQ. The K3 is more of a pro feel grip and has more buttons but I have found workarounds with the KP and its extra dial. The K3 is older tech but like the k5 is respected, the kp is viewed as quirky by the photography press despite its performance, capabilities and features. Hopefully the K-new will be the best of both worlds in which case it will be a good upgrade from the K30/50/70 and if it is marketed properly, may give new camera buyers reason to think. The new Nikon budget mirrorless looks good as do the Fuji range but these aren't DSLR. It will be interesting. No upgrade for me though, my KP is stellar, ...... Although, hybrid viewfinder ......

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10-23-2019, 06:22 AM - 1 Like	#211
MikeyBugs95 Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,206 Original Poster	Originally posted by Pentikonian True. And sometimes, life being what it is, something can unexpectedly accelerate the process. Originally posted by RobA_Oz Or bring it to dead stop... Gallows humour, I know. Life can go from 0-100-0 real quick.

10-23-2019, 06:59 AM	#212
Snapppy Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 485	Originally posted by dlh Yeah. What HE said. I haven't finished figuring out how to best exploit the K-1 and the KP, yet. I have been thinking about this a lot recently as well. I'm just barely scratching the surface with using astrotracer and pixelshift, let alone just utilizing the great image quality given generally. It's clear to me a new camera wouldn't really add anything for me. I don't use autofocus enough for an improvement to be a big deal to me. Same with higher frame rates. Only thing I would like is video, which I do use frequently, but that's not Pentax's focus, and I get that. BUT, I am not immune to craving cool new stuff. So, who knows

10-23-2019, 08:09 AM	#213
Cynog Ap Brychan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Gloucester Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,199	Originally posted by Pentikonian That's the 800lb gorilla in the room I'm attempting to ignore. Unfortunately, regardless of what I'd prefer to do, the decision to downsize to lighter gear may happen sooner than later. You need to downsize to a 700 lb gorilla! I did, and I've never looked back.

10-23-2019, 08:23 AM	#214
pathdoc Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,381	No need. I have the K-1 for high-level "flagship camera" work, the K-5 for general duty that requires a weatherproof body and an inbuilt flash, and the *istDS for lower-megapixel fun. If the K-5 ever packed up I'd consider replacing it, BUT its replacement must have an inbuilt flash.

10-23-2019, 09:01 AM	#215
SSGGeezer Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Indiana, U.S. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,845	Originally posted by RobA_Oz Or bring it to dead stop... Gallows humour, I know. You have to have it when you live where any critter you stumble over or on can kill you! I think fatalistic thinking may be a bit more commn for folks in your neighborhood Rob!

10-23-2019, 09:10 AM - 2 Likes	#216
Sir Nameless Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mass a chew sits Photos: Gallery Posts: 574	Depends. Who would want to buy a K-50 at this point? (I wouldn't.) I think I'm going to ride this horse till it dies, then use it for manual glass until it dies all the way. Then eat it. Crunch crunch.

10-23-2019, 09:27 AM	#217
TerryL Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia, USA Photos: Albums Posts: 850	Sure.

10-23-2019, 09:51 AM - 2 Likes	#218
Fenwoodian Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,874	. I won't buy the new camera. First, the lack of flippy screen is a deal breaker for me. Second, I'm all full frame now with my Pentax system and have no intentions of ever going back to a smaller sensor in a Pentax camera that I use exclusively for stills. Video is important to me, and for that I shoot 4K with my Panasonic M4/3 and Fuji X APS-C system. But for my bokeh still photos, I prefer Pentax K-1 full frame images over the images produced from Panny M4/3, Fuji X, or Nikon full frame. .

10-23-2019, 11:49 AM	#219
ThorSanchez Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,806	I will probably buy the new camera at some point, especially if the rumored AF-C improvements materialize, but not sell my K-3ii or K-30. The K-3ii is still a very functional camera that can serve as a backup body or for other family members, and the K-30 won't bring much cash back.

10-23-2019, 12:08 PM	#220
Pentikonian Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Arizona Posts: 780	Originally posted by Cynog Ap Brychan You need to downsize to a 700 lb gorilla! I did, and I've never looked back. Already have chimp-sized gear with the Fuji stuff. Lighter weight, but has it's own set of issues. Sometime in the future I'll likely have to remove something from the "stuff I like to photograph" category in order to fit into one smaller lighter system.

10-23-2019, 02:18 PM - 1 Like	#221
RobA_Oz Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tasmania, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,197	Originally posted by SSGGeezer You have to have it when you live where any critter you stumble over or on can kill you! I think fatalistic thinking may be a bit more commn for folks in your neighborhood Rob! Our reputation seems to have preceded us. In other places, it’s the two-legged creatures you have to be more wary of! None of which I had in mind when I posted the original thought, though. I was thinking more of the perils of lifestyle and bodily decrepitude. But then, I do happen to live in a more peaceful corner of this dangerous continent.

10-24-2019, 02:20 AM - 1 Like	#222
microlight Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 2,129	Originally posted by Snapppy I'm just barely scratching the surface with using astrotracer and pixelshift, let alone just utilizing the great image quality given generally. Yes, I feel the same. BUT - that new prism housing is really cute...

10-27-2019, 09:58 AM	#223
Breakfastographer Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2018 Posts: 673	Originally posted by FozzFoster If you do decided to sell, what would make you choose to keep your K-5 over the K-3? I've got to say, that is one really tough call. Lovely image quality on the K-5 series on a pixel level, although the K-3 can look sharper and about as clean when scaled to 16 megapixels. However, I would expect the K-3 to meter more accurately - without having done side-by-side comparisons. Then again, the interface on the K-5 is just the best. ---------- Post added 10-27-19 at 10:00 AM ---------- Originally posted by Pentikonian Already have chimp-sized gear with the Fuji stuff. Lighter weight, but has it's own set of issues. Sometime in the future I'll likely have to remove something from the "stuff I like to photograph" category in order to fit into one smaller lighter system. That sounds disheartening - I'm sure we can find you a better solution.

10-27-2019, 10:02 AM	#224
jokers10 New Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Florida Photos: Albums Posts: 20	I still have the K-30, so I am ready for an upgrade, but will likely send the K30 to my little brother who does not currently own a dslr. Not sure if I will buy the new pentax or jump ship. I have a good workflow with my current glass, and would hate to re-purchase those ranges in another mount.

10-27-2019, 10:25 AM	#225
Cerebum Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lancaster Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,828	I have been using my K3 recently, just because I love it but the KP is that bit better when it comes to IQ. The K3 is more of a pro feel grip and has more buttons but I have found workarounds with the KP and its extra dial. The K3 is older tech but like the k5 is respected, the kp is viewed as quirky by the photography press despite its performance, capabilities and features. Hopefully the K-new will be the best of both worlds in which case it will be a good upgrade from the K30/50/70 and if it is marketed properly, may give new camera buyers reason to think. The new Nikon budget mirrorless looks good as do the Fuji range but these aren't DSLR. It will be interesting. No upgrade for me though, my KP is stellar, ...... Although, hybrid viewfinder ......