Originally posted by timb64 Just one reason for me, I’m quite happy with my KP
I am thoroughly delighted with mine. Its compact design concept is so unique and useful, its construction and performance so fine, I think it should be continued in the lineup along with the K-new.
I also hope the K-new's processor will be as good for delivering very fine time-saving results in right out of camera JPEGs not just RAW images. Since I often do not bother with post-process, this is for me very important.
I have the GPS unit but have never used it. I sometimes do use the built-in flash for fill and for grab shots, so I'd prefer having one over GPS, which can still be added anyway. But if K-new has none, I do have the very small and inexpensive but nice Pentax AF 201FG pocketable flash with WR and tilt. So not a total impediment for me.
Someone has said they are glad it does not have a tilting rear screen- not me. They said having that ruins the smooth appearance they like. My silver KP looks wonderful from all angles, and I think functionality rules over such minute concerns. The only reason I can think of for such an omission, is having a larger screen on a still-compact design for the type of camera means being out of room for the necessary frame. But we haven't seen the final product. I can take it without, but much prefer having the tilting screen for shooting from a lower setup, or overhead, etc. I think Pentax should continue this advantage, already established with the K-1 and KP.
I hope it will still have the power zoom contacts as using these old lenses can be fun.
Good to learn their plan is to run the new model in both black and silver to match their lens lineup. I love the look of my silver KP.
I am also in the "too may cameras" club. If I decide to get the new camera it will not be right away-it will be wait and see. Then eventually I will sell my K20D and original K-5 but keep my K-5 IIs as sort of a "beater" camera. I must get around to selling some (now un)used stuff!
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Originally posted by Sandy Hancock 10. Bring it on, baby!
Those main concerns being successfully addressed, I agree with Sandy here!