This is a beauty!
Hopefully we'd have some handson review soon
Anyone wants to buy my K5?
Its the camera I wish I had. Seems smaller, likely lighter, and the blue is really cool!
K-30 ... K-r Replacment?
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Anyone wants to buy my K5?
Its the camera I wish I had. Seems smaller, likely lighter, and the blue is really cool!
Anyone wants to buy my K5?
Its the camera I wish I had. Seems smaller, likely lighter, and the blue is really cool!
You're not going to wait to see if the sensor has the same DR, and high ISO performance?
I think we already know the VF is the same, the WR is the same... Dual wheels also.. So likely control and layout are similar?
The usual difference between entry level and mid-level Pentax DSLRs besides the 4 points mentioned above are (that I can think of offhand):
- AF performance (this, I can live without)
- Higher maximum frame rate (this, I can live without)
- Better battery life (this, I would have to see how big the difference is)
- Shake reduction performance (this, I can live without)
- DR performance - is this due to 14 bit versus 12 bit? (this, I would want to keep)
- High ISO performance (best if can retain K5 performance, but I can live without it as long as the detail and DR performance on base ISO is similar)
- Lower ISO possible (native ISO tends to be ISO200 for entry level)
- Cannot use wired remote (this, I can live without)
Would it be another white or should I get the blue now;p
Black seems a bit too normal
ICE BLUE!!
My list of concerns and don't care is quite similar to yours, though I will welcome as good if not better af.
DR is high on my wants list.
ISO 80 will be a loss (I think it only goes to 100)
AF is touted as improved, based on the marketing flufff for this camera (mentioned on PF).
I don't think its going to be worse than K01 for IQ (which is as good as the K5)
Doubt anyone wants my K5 anyway
Come to think of it. Olympus OM-d Got wet look advertisment also...
Hope this baby have same SR, dust removal and shutter as K-5... and also should have better AF...
Anyone wants to buy my K5?
Its the camera I wish I had. Seems smaller, likely lighter, and the blue is really cool!
I'm thinking of getting one to replace my G3
My list of concerns and don't care is quite similar to yours, though I will welcome as good if not better af.
DR is high on my wants list.
ISO 80 will be a loss (I think it only goes to 100)
AF is touted as improved, based on the marketing flufff for this camera (mentioned on PF).
I don't think its going to be worse than K01 for IQ (which is as good as the K5)
Doubt anyone wants my K5 anyway
Image Engine should be the same one as used in K01, so we'd expect better video quality (compare w K5). AF module will be a new improved one I think, this is pending our comparison test. ISO will start from 100 I guess, same as K5, but K5 can extend its ISO to 80. Bettery will be the same as Kr's, which is a big plus to a lot guys, although personally I'd rather it uses K5 battery.
We'll find out all these in a day or two I guess? ;p
Somehow, it looks like the wet look was done in a controlled environment where every droplet was where it was supposed to be and the lens doesnt seem to have been hit by spray of water as does not exhibit signs of being swabbed or wiped. Having worked in adverse conditions, that is my opinion. Must have been prepped in advance for product shoot rather then an actual pic.
Its iso capability is whats most intriguing to me. Less megapixels compared to D3200 but K30 has practically double the iso performance.
Its iso capability is whats most intriguing to me. Less megapixels compared to D3200 but K30 has practically double the iso performance.
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Do you mean wait for your review in a day or two...?:sticktong:bsmilie:
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Hehe, I wish we could put our hands on one in a day or two
From the countdown at Pentaxforums, the official launch would be tomorrow morning. But I guess some of you guys already know about this
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:bsmilie: iirc, pple who have leaked news on upcoming apple products generally paid the price for their indiscretion...
I was thinking more along the lines of an elegant tease to supportive bloggers, media partners and brand champs.
Some view such actions cynically but lets face it - it allows the company to shape the msg and its impt for building brand equity.
Random, unplanned leaks run the risk of the msg getting hijacked - harder to shape perceptions and position products for the intended market if noise drowns out the tagline.
The specs seem to be :
* High performance 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor.
* Full weather sealing for worry-free use in any weather condition.
* Rugged coldproof design for sub-freezing use (-10C, 14F).
* PRIME M image processing engine, optimized for video, also captures outstanding still images.
* Full 1080p30 HD video features h.264 compression, flexible exposure control, and HDR finishing options.
* Advanced SAFOX IXi+ autofocus engine features AF assist lamp, light source sensor, and improved optical components.
* Large 3 inch LCD is wide angle viewable, and features 921,000 dots of resolution.
* Live View focus peaking highlights in-focus surfaces for fast and accurate manual or autofocus.
* Low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder achieves a 100% optical field of view.
* Highly accurate 77 segment metering system for accurate exposure, even in complex lighting.
* Fast 6 FPS continuous shooting mode and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speed.
* ISO speeds up to 25600 improve shutter speeds while minimizing noise in low lighting.
* Programmable front and rear e-dials for convenience and PENTAX Hyper shift operation.
* Sensor-shift Shake/Dust Reduction ensures sharp, dust-free imaging with any mounted lens.
* Traditional modes combine with automatic modes for powerful, user-friendly operation.
* In-camera HDR shooting modes feature multiple blending options and pixel alignment.
* Compatible with both rechargeable Li-Ion and AA batteries (via optional AA battery holder).
* Highly compact yet durable body with comfortable ergonomics.
source :Pentax K30 Picture Leak & Discussion: Weather-sealed intro DSLR - Page 45 - PentaxForums.com
* High performance 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor.
* Full weather sealing for worry-free use in any weather condition.
* Rugged coldproof design for sub-freezing use (-10C, 14F).
* PRIME M image processing engine, optimized for video, also captures outstanding still images.
* Full 1080p30 HD video features h.264 compression, flexible exposure control, and HDR finishing options.
* Advanced SAFOX IXi+ autofocus engine features AF assist lamp, light source sensor, and improved optical components.
* Large 3 inch LCD is wide angle viewable, and features 921,000 dots of resolution.
* Live View focus peaking highlights in-focus surfaces for fast and accurate manual or autofocus.
* Low profile glass pentaprism viewfinder achieves a 100% optical field of view.
* Highly accurate 77 segment metering system for accurate exposure, even in complex lighting.
* Fast 6 FPS continuous shooting mode and 1/6000 second maximum shutter speed.
* ISO speeds up to 25600 improve shutter speeds while minimizing noise in low lighting.
* Programmable front and rear e-dials for convenience and PENTAX Hyper shift operation.
* Sensor-shift Shake/Dust Reduction ensures sharp, dust-free imaging with any mounted lens.
* Traditional modes combine with automatic modes for powerful, user-friendly operation.
* In-camera HDR shooting modes feature multiple blending options and pixel alignment.
* Compatible with both rechargeable Li-Ion and AA batteries (via optional AA battery holder).
* Highly compact yet durable body with comfortable ergonomics.
source :Pentax K30 Picture Leak & Discussion: Weather-sealed intro DSLR - Page 45 - PentaxForums.com
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