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**luftfluss** · 05-22-2020, 04:36 PM - **8 Likes**

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The Online Photographer: The Viewfinder of the New Pentax

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Pentax, an old friend
That's why I was pleased to learn that Pentax is paying special attention to the viewfinder of its upcoming new APS-C flagship camera, as yet unnamed. Bad luck for Pentax, which doesn't release very many truly new cameras, that it planned to launch its new flagship reduced-sensor-size DSLR at CP+, which normally would have taken place at the dual venues of Pacifico Yokohama and Osanbashi Hall in Yokohama, Japan, in February. Of course it was cancelled this year, so the introduction is on hold.

A video's been released that indicates something pleasing, though, which is that Pentax has paid special attention to the viewfinder. It will reportedly have a magnification of 1.05x (that's magnification, not coverage), making it as generously and luxuriously sized as a full-frame camera's viewfinder. This is particularly smart now that DSLRs are in decline and EVFs are proliferating—the one thing an EVF can't do is give you a direct view of the real world, letting the photographer see the real colors of the subject and the subtleties of the actual light.

**mikesbike** · 05-22-2020, 04:53 PM

Now that is very interesting! I figured the COVID 19 pandemic would delay the new camera's release date.

I agree also with his comment regarding a truly good fast 24mm prime lens. Hard to find one of any brand, however, that can deliver sharp edges as well as central area. But it can be done. My Sigma 24mm f/1.8 FF lens isn't bad when used on APS-C, and for the price.

**monochrome** · 05-22-2020, 07:05 PM - **1 Like**

It is a true shame Ricoh (presumably RINA) stiffed Mike. Someone should quietly make that up. OF COURSE, LAWYERS.

texandrews · 05-23-2020, 07:27 AM

Originally posted by monochrome

It is a true shame Ricoh (presumably RINA) stiffed Mike. Someone should quietly make that up. OF COURSE, LAWYERS.

Yeah, thinking about writing them a letter. Stiffing bloggers who otherwise like you seems awfully dumb these days....

bertwert · 05-23-2020, 07:32 AM

I don't read any photo blogs or online articles really, but whenever I've come across his posts he seems to have his head screwed on right...

**monochrome** · 05-23-2020, 07:43 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by texandrews

Yeah, thinking about writing them a letter. Stiffing bloggers who otherwise like you seems awfully dumb these days....

Makes me wonder what they might have done to DPR. I know the prior couple managers of RINA made some enemies in the business.

**pres589** · 05-23-2020, 11:31 AM

His request for a 24mm f2 or faster prime for his Pentax camera reminds me of my on requests for the exact same thing.

**robbiec** · 06-12-2020, 05:24 PM

That was on APSC, he's a 35mm guy I thought. Reminds me, must send him the link to the 85mm Special site

05-22-2020, 04:36 PM - 8 Likes	#1
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,628	The Online Photographer (Mike Johnston) pleased with K-New OVF, name-drops... ...Pentax Forums, @Mistral75, @panoguy The Online Photographer: The Viewfinder of the New Pentax Quote: Pentax, an old friend That's why I was pleased to learn that Pentax is paying special attention to the viewfinder of its upcoming new APS-C flagship camera, as yet unnamed. Bad luck for Pentax, which doesn't release very many truly new cameras, that it planned to launch its new flagship reduced-sensor-size DSLR at CP+, which normally would have taken place at the dual venues of Pacifico Yokohama and Osanbashi Hall in Yokohama, Japan, in February. Of course it was cancelled this year, so the introduction is on hold. A video's been released that indicates something pleasing, though, which is that Pentax has paid special attention to the viewfinder. It will reportedly have a magnification of 1.05x (that's magnification, not coverage), making it as generously and luxuriously sized as a full-frame camera's viewfinder. This is particularly smart now that DSLRs are in decline and EVFs are proliferating—the one thing an EVF can't do is give you a direct view of the real world, letting the photographer see the real colors of the subject and the subtleties of the actual light.

05-22-2020, 04:53 PM	#2
mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,562	Now that is very interesting! I figured the COVID 19 pandemic would delay the new camera's release date. I agree also with his comment regarding a truly good fast 24mm prime lens. Hard to find one of any brand, however, that can deliver sharp edges as well as central area. But it can be done. My Sigma 24mm f/1.8 FF lens isn't bad when used on APS-C, and for the price. Last edited by mikesbike; 05-22-2020 at 05:12 PM.

05-23-2020, 07:43 AM - 1 Like	#6
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	Originally posted by texandrews Yeah, thinking about writing them a letter. Stiffing bloggers who otherwise like you seems awfully dumb these days.... Makes me wonder what they might have done to DPR. I know the prior couple managers of RINA made some enemies in the business. Last edited by monochrome; 05-23-2020 at 07:56 AM.

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05-22-2020, 07:05 PM - 1 Like	#3
monochrome Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Working From Home Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 26,276	It is a true shame Ricoh (presumably RINA) stiffed Mike. Someone should quietly make that up. OF COURSE, LAWYERS.

05-23-2020, 07:27 AM	#4
texandrews Moderator Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Baltimore Photos: Albums Posts: 3,397	Originally posted by monochrome It is a true shame Ricoh (presumably RINA) stiffed Mike. Someone should quietly make that up. OF COURSE, LAWYERS. Yeah, thinking about writing them a letter. Stiffing bloggers who otherwise like you seems awfully dumb these days....

05-23-2020, 07:32 AM	#5
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	I don't read any photo blogs or online articles really, but whenever I've come across his posts he seems to have his head screwed on right...

05-23-2020, 11:31 AM	#7
pres589 Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Wichita, KS Photos: Albums Posts: 4,533	His request for a 24mm f2 or faster prime for his Pentax camera reminds me of my on requests for the exact same thing.

06-12-2020, 05:24 PM	#8
robbiec Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Cork Photos: Albums Posts: 1,882	That was on APSC, he's a 35mm guy I thought. Reminds me, must send him the link to the 85mm Special site

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