K-01 kit, including Newson bag, at Fab.

K-01 kit, including Newson bag, at Fab. · 11:37 AM

This looks like a bad deal to me, unless you're a collector or really, really want that 40mm pancake.

Fab.com | Cameras Designed By Marc Newson

Adam · 03-04-2013, 11:55 AM

You essentially pay $130 instead of $300 for the case with that deal. Not too bad, but then again, $130 is more than twice what the 40mm XS costs in the $358 kit

MrSkelter · 03-04-2013, 12:18 PM

Originally posted by Adam

You essentially pay $130 instead of $300 for the case with that deal. Not too bad, but then again, $130 is more than twice what the 40mm XS costs in the $358 kit

Plus that $130 case fits only one lens. If you never change the lens why bother with an ILC? A made in the USA Black Label Bags "Kando" fits perfectly, will take a range of cameras, and fits all the nice Pentax primes. It's $200 but will last decades. A much better option in my view.

Docrwm · 03-04-2013, 12:20 PM

At least they have the camera in Yellow. But why buy the case if you don't have the 40XS, the case really doesn't fit any other lenses?!?

**jatrax** · 03-04-2013, 12:41 PM

Link is not working for me?

bigdog104 · 03-04-2013, 12:54 PM

Originally posted by jatrax

Link is not working for me?

Wasn't working for me either, I think this is what they are talking about:

Fab.com | Cameras Designed By Marc Newson

JJJPhoto · 03-04-2013, 12:56 PM

If you don't already own a K-01 and want the "complete kit" then I guess that's not a completely terrible deal.

As much as I would like to own a pair of those cases for my two K-01 bodies, I just can't justify the cost of what is basically just a plain leather pouch for the K-01.

If Pentax ever decides to clearance these cases for $49 a piece I'd buy two of them ... but that's the absolute maximum I would pay for those "cases."

ranjitacharya · 03-04-2013, 03:00 PM

Originally posted by Adam

You essentially pay $130 instead of $300 for the case with that deal. Not too bad, but then again, $130 is more than twice what the 40mm XS costs in the $358 kit

358 Kit is no longer available on BH Photo

Adam · 03-04-2013, 03:08 PM

Originally posted by ranjitacharya

358 Kit is no longer available on BH Photo

Ouch, guess it just sold out!

lgt525 · 03-04-2013, 05:00 PM

Originally posted by jatrax

Link is not working for me?

FAB is a members only design flash sale website. You have to join to buy there. Joining is free. I do shop there for home design stuff.

That being said, the deal for this camera is not a good deal in my opinion. As others have said the case will not fit any other lenses. Also, I think the case is overpriced.

I got my white K-01 kit with the 40 mm XS lens at B&H photo for $379 a couple of weeks ago and I think they still have some in stock.

It shipped immediately, was a good price, and I have been using it non-stop since i got it.

VisualDarkness · 03-04-2013, 05:49 PM

I really don't see why Marc Newson didn't bring any special design from the K-01 to the pouch. Whatever people say or think about the K-01 design a plain common leather pouch really doesn't fit such a crazy designed camera, people who buy the K-01 won't shy away from a crazy looking pouch/case.

Ducky62 · 03-04-2013, 05:58 PM

Those "FAB" people sell other cameras. This "3 lens kit" Fab.com | Brownie, Argus & Foldex Cameras comes with a zero day warranty.

I guess it is for people who don't know how to buy useless junk on ebay.

bullitt_60 · 03-04-2013, 07:05 PM

Originally posted by VisualDarkness

I really don't see why Marc Newson didn't bring any special design from the K-01 to the pouch. Whatever people say or think about the K-01 design a plain common leather pouch really doesn't fit such a crazy designed camera, people who buy the K-01 won't shy away from a crazy looking pouch/case.

He channeled some Swedish minimalism. The contrast between the conservative case and the K-01 accentuates both the simplicity and outrageous parts of it's design... or that sounds like something a designer would say.

The kit with the case is known as "the full Newson". Get it? womp womp.

VisualDarkness · 03-04-2013, 08:04 PM

Originally posted by bullitt_60

He channeled some Swedish minimalism. The contrast between the conservative case and the K-01 accentuates both the simplicity and outrageous parts of it's design... or that sounds like something a designer would say.

The kit with the case is known as "the full Newson". Get it? womp womp.

Stupid Swedes with their Ikea wannabe "simplistic but crazy and cool" design they are spreading over the world. Oh...

I know what you mean!
*wink, wink* *nudge, nudge*
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03-04-2013, 12:18 PM	#3
MrSkelter Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 43 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam You essentially pay $130 instead of $300 for the case with that deal. Not too bad, but then again, $130 is more than twice what the 40mm XS costs in the $358 kit Plus that $130 case fits only one lens. If you never change the lens why bother with an ILC? A made in the USA Black Label Bags "Kando" fits perfectly, will take a range of cameras, and fits all the nice Pentax primes. It's $200 but will last decades. A much better option in my view.

03-04-2013, 12:20 PM	#4
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	At least they have the camera in Yellow. But why buy the case if you don't have the 40XS, the case really doesn't fit any other lenses?!?

03-04-2013, 12:41 PM	#5
jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	Link is not working for me?

03-04-2013, 12:54 PM	#6
bigdog104 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: South Carolina Photos: Gallery Posts: 289	Originally posted by jatrax Link is not working for me? Wasn't working for me either, I think this is what they are talking about: Fab.com \| Cameras Designed By Marc Newson

03-04-2013, 12:56 PM	#7
JJJPhoto Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 419	If you don't already own a K-01 and want the "complete kit" then I guess that's not a completely terrible deal. As much as I would like to own a pair of those cases for my two K-01 bodies, I just can't justify the cost of what is basically just a plain leather pouch for the K-01. If Pentax ever decides to clearance these cases for $49 a piece I'd buy two of them ... but that's the absolute maximum I would pay for those "cases."

03-04-2013, 03:00 PM	#8
ranjitacharya New Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 22	Originally posted by Adam You essentially pay $130 instead of $300 for the case with that deal. Not too bad, but then again, $130 is more than twice what the 40mm XS costs in the $358 kit 358 Kit is no longer available on BH Photo

03-04-2013, 05:00 PM	#10
lgt525 Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Photos: Albums Posts: 89	Originally posted by jatrax Link is not working for me? FAB is a members only design flash sale website. You have to join to buy there. Joining is free. I do shop there for home design stuff. That being said, the deal for this camera is not a good deal in my opinion. As others have said the case will not fit any other lenses. Also, I think the case is overpriced. I got my white K-01 kit with the 40 mm XS lens at B&H photo for $379 a couple of weeks ago and I think they still have some in stock. It shipped immediately, was a good price, and I have been using it non-stop since i got it.

03-04-2013, 05:49 PM	#11
VisualDarkness Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Uppsala, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,439	I really don't see why Marc Newson didn't bring any special design from the K-01 to the pouch. Whatever people say or think about the K-01 design a plain common leather pouch really doesn't fit such a crazy designed camera, people who buy the K-01 won't shy away from a crazy looking pouch/case.

03-04-2013, 05:58 PM	#12
Ducky62 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 40	Those "FAB" people sell other cameras. This "3 lens kit" Fab.com \| Brownie, Argus & Foldex Cameras comes with a zero day warranty. I guess it is for people who don't know how to buy useless junk on ebay.

03-04-2013, 07:05 PM	#13
bullitt_60 Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 320	Originally posted by VisualDarkness I really don't see why Marc Newson didn't bring any special design from the K-01 to the pouch. Whatever people say or think about the K-01 design a plain common leather pouch really doesn't fit such a crazy designed camera, people who buy the K-01 won't shy away from a crazy looking pouch/case. He channeled some Swedish minimalism. The contrast between the conservative case and the K-01 accentuates both the simplicity and outrageous parts of it's design... or that sounds like something a designer would say. The kit with the case is known as "the full Newson". Get it? womp womp.

03-04-2013, 08:04 PM	#14
VisualDarkness Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Uppsala, Sweden Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,439	Originally posted by bullitt_60 He channeled some Swedish minimalism. The contrast between the conservative case and the K-01 accentuates both the simplicity and outrageous parts of it's design... or that sounds like something a designer would say. The kit with the case is known as "the full Newson". Get it? womp womp. Stupid Swedes with their Ikea wannabe "simplistic but crazy and cool" design they are spreading over the world. Oh... I know what you mean! wink, wink nudge, nudge Say no more!