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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-31-2019, 08:45 AM
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You jinxed me. My D500 just deemed me unworthy. It won't turn on.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-31-2019, 08:26 AM
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I can add some clarity here:
- any camera in my hands becomes a 'hobbyist' camera
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-29-2019, 12:45 PM
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I don't think people graduate or 'move up' to Full Frame. APS-C has its advantages.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-29-2019, 09:59 AM
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I agree with this method for action/wildlife/sports. The D500 has about a 200 Raw shot buffer, but I still shoot in bursts.
- press AF to set focus
- shoot
- press AF to set focus
- shoot
IF for example it is a bird in flight, hold down AF and shoot in bursts. If the AF target is behind or ahead of the subject, re-establish the focus area, hold, and shoot. This method ensures that I always target the eye regardless of the bird's movement and not the AF deciding to pick the wing, tail, body, or whatever else that is closer.
This method can be helpful when using any cluster (Dynamic/Zone/Group/) of AF points as the AF system can lock on to another part of the subject (closest to the camera).
In either case, RARELY do I ever rattle off 10 straight images in a single shutter actuation. Typically it is a short burst of 3, re-establishing, and another short burst of 3.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-29-2019, 08:06 AM
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I definitely wish the buffer was deeper but, for my intended purposes, I wouldn't look to use the KP for capturing a series/sequence of scenes as I have my D500 to fulfill that role. Where I see the KP playing role for me is for the following:
- outstanding image quality
- compact/carry-able camera with all of the controls one could expect from a DSLR
- a better camera than my D500 for Street, Portraits, Landscape
You pay for some things, you let other things go.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-28-2019, 07:06 PM
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Looking back on past revisions, you could be correct on the K70 (as it is past the 2 year mark). I would be surprised if Pentax releases a revised KP as the product is still fairly recent and it may send some mixed signals.
When the KP was released, there was some confusion regarding it being the replacement for the K-3II. IF Pentax released a revision to the KP as opposed to a successor to the K-3II, then I imagine it could create some frustration within the community:
- for those who have been patiently waiting for the APS-C Flagship model (realizing energy/attention was spent elsewhere)
- for those that recently purchased the KP (potentially left with a less than desirable model, and the outcomes that typically accompany one)
I certainly hope that it is not the case.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-28-2019, 11:10 AM
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I want to believe. Realistically though, the KP is probably the smartest play for me as I don't see myself:
- replacing my D500 as that would result in my letting go of my 300mm and 500mm primes
- moving up to the K-1ii as I have recently purchased DA 21 and DA 40 limiteds
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-28-2019, 09:30 AM
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CP+ is scheduled for the end of February. Hopefully we'll see Ricoh/Pentax do some sneak peak promotions to generate some excitement for the event and encourage attendees to visit their booth.
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Forum: Pentax DSLR Discussion
01-27-2019, 08:04 AM
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If they just took the KP and added/improved the following:
- form factor
- larger battery
- top lcd
- larger buffer
- increased FPS
I would be very happy.
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