Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Shoot. Just put a digital sensor in that little baby. A small (1 mp) shoud fit. Might be some rather nice result. And, a high-dollar novelty camera as well! Collin At 02:09 AM 3/25/02 -0500, you wrote: Date: Sun, 24 Mar 2002 21:53:24 -0600 From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? I still don't know why Pentax dropped the 110Super. They could have made a killing with it if they had applied multipoint AF to it. William Robb * Get over it. Dr. Laura --- [This E-mail scanned for viruses by Declude Virus] - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
At the risk of prolonging this thread, I offer the following comments. The Optio 430, 330, 230 are Pentax's digital offerings. I hear they are selling quite well. Good decision by Pentax to make money! Not a bad marketing decision either... Go over to your local electronics retailer. You will find tons of cameras mixed in with the computers. The 3 megapixel stuff is going for US$500-700 and up. The results are good and download to your computer easily. What was the last 35mm camera to move that well or get that kind of distribution? They are selling point-n-shoot cameras for $500 and they are flying off the shelves! What would you want to do if you were a manufacturer? Help those picky 35mm photo hobbyists, or sell to Joe Sixpack? It's Polaroid all over again... And you will have to wait for your 35mm versions, if they ever come. You can make a pretty good case for the idea that they never will. With a couple of more steps, the consumer grade stuff will be all the 'Pros' need. Just how sharp does that photo of Johnny and the Easter Bunny need to be. g ...Or that photo of the Mayor and the Citizen of the Year? Regards, Bob S. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Sunday, March 24, 2002, at 11:45 AM, Ryan K. Brooks wrote: Yes. Then call them or write to them and pester them to release it, or at least sell one to you. If you think they're making a mistake, let them know. -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Sunday, March 24, 2002, at 02:31 PM, T Rittenhouse wrote: Well, if they had a $6-7K camera out, would there be any doubt in your mind that they were serious about digital? Is there any doubt in your mind now that they are serious about digital? Everyone is concerned about digital. I don't think that Pentax were lying to us in their press release about the retooled, lower cost body, and I also don't think that they're ridiculously stupid. If a $6-7K body came out and tanked, I'd be concerned about their survival as a company. I have no problem with Pentax playing it safe, but then again, I'm not in the market for a $6K digital SLR. Those who are will certainly feel differently. -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 05:59 PM, Cotty wrote: Let's put it this way: I have firmly decided that if nothing happens at Photokina this year, a few days later I will be placing an order for a Canon D60, grip, microdrive, and extra battery, which means there will be a lot of K mount glass going up for sale. Cotty, would you really demote yourself to the horror that is Canon glass because you're impatient? -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
I say start over. No point handicapping those of us who guess early if/when new information/rumors surface. -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 07:25 PM, Rob Brigham wrote: I think if they have nothing for Photokina then you wont be the only customer lost to Pentax. Many more will leave soon and probably many of those will never return. They HAVE to get it done this year - their market is diminishing with every passing month. Would you buy it for $6000? -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
You sure? My Pentax rep has thrown a 5.5x loupe into the pool, just to sweeten the pot. I have one of those already. Me too! Nice loupe. -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Yes. - Original Message - From: Aaron Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2002 8:42 AM Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 07:25 PM, Rob Brigham wrote: I think if they have nothing for Photokina then you wont be the only customer lost to Pentax. Many more will leave soon and probably many of those will never return. They HAVE to get it done this year - their market is diminishing with every passing month. Would you buy it for $6000? -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Cotty, would you really demote yourself to the horror that is Canon glass because you're impatient? Yes, but - Actually, I would probably be slightly less committal to Canon, by buying a used D30 and a Tokina 28-70 for starters. D30 prices are already falling fast. Three months ago, there was only a page or so of D30s on eBay. Now there are three pages. In six months there will be 10 pages. I would not sell my LX and best glass, rather gauging the market over time. Some K mount Tokinas would go to fund the D30, but LX and 85 mil would stay for a while, possibly for ever, if I can afford it. Time would be spent gauging Pentax DSLR commitment (if any), and if there was something forthcoming, I might swap back. Or I might not. I reserve the right to make my mind up as I go based on what's available versus what my requirements are. But as I see it, I will be shooting some digital by year's end one way or the other. I wouldn't desert my Pentax film gear completely (ever) - there are some things which always remain precious, as we all know. I wouldn't consider my course of action as impatience. I simply would like to pursue a certain means to an end, and I'd rather not spend extra money having to buy new lenses as well as a digital body. Actually I have nothing against Canon at all. Of course I would prefer to stay with Pentax, as I have been loyal to the brand since 1978. But since then I have also owned and used Mamiya and Leica gear also. It didn't preclude me using Pentax gear, and I don't foresee any change in that policy. Hope this clarifies my personal intentions. I think if they have nothing for Photokina then you wont be the only customer lost to Pentax. Many more will leave soon and probably many of those will never return. They HAVE to get it done this year - their market is diminishing with every passing month. Would you buy it for $6000? No! Best, Cotty ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Well, if they had a $6-7K camera out, would there be any doubt in your mind that they were serious about digital? Is there any doubt in your mind now that they are serious about digital? Ciao, Graywolf http://pages.prodigy.net/graywolfphoto - Original Message - From: Aaron Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2002 9:42 AM Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 07:25 PM, Rob Brigham wrote: I think if they have nothing for Photokina then you wont be the only customer lost to Pentax. Many more will leave soon and probably many of those will never return. They HAVE to get it done this year - their market is diminishing with every passing month. Would you buy it for $6000? -Aaron - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
- Original Message - From: Aaron Reynolds Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 05:59 PM, Cotty wrote: Let's put it this way: I have firmly decided that if nothing happens at Photokina this year, a few days later I will be placing an order for a Canon D60, grip, microdrive, and extra battery, which means there will be a lot of K mount glass going up for sale. Cotty, would you really demote yourself to the horror that is Canon glass because you're impatient? Good point Aaron. William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Sun, 24 Mar 2002, T Rittenhouse wrote: Well, if they had a $6-7K camera out, would there be any doubt in your mind that they were serious about digital? If the camera does not sell and turns out to be a financial disaster, there is no doubt in my mind that people on this list would start blaming Pentax for no doing its homework on marketing and for not knowing what its customers want. Is there any doubt in your mind now that they are serious about digital? Digital? No doubt at all. Their Optio range is successful. For DigitalSLR, this is still not the right time for small players, until the price has gone down to low $1000+ range. -- --Lawrence Kwan--SMS Info Service/Ringtone Convertor--PGP:finger/www-- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.vex.net/~lawrence/ -Key ID:0x6D23F3C4-- - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Let's put it this way. If you were a studio pro, and you could buy the Pentax for $7000, or you could buy a 6MP 24x36mm digital back, probably with the same chip, for your Hasselblad for $16000. Which would you buy? I don't know, I don't understand, and I totally am at a lost to know why the fact that such an expensive camera won't sell to snapshooter's for hobby use makes everybody on the list think no one wants one. Either I am grossly stupid, or most of the people here are incapable of seeing beyond their own wallet. If you don't need it nobody needs it. A clear understanding of market dinamics, not! I said it before, GET REAL! Ciao, Graywolf http://pages.prodigy.net/graywolfphoto - Original Message - From: Lawrence Kwan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2002 9:45 PM Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? On Sun, 24 Mar 2002, T Rittenhouse wrote: Well, if they had a $6-7K camera out, would there be any doubt in your mind that they were serious about digital? If the camera does not sell and turns out to be a financial disaster, there is no doubt in my mind that people on this list would start blaming Pentax for no doing its homework on marketing and for not knowing what its customers want. Is there any doubt in your mind now that they are serious about digital? Digital? No doubt at all. Their Optio range is successful. For DigitalSLR, this is still not the right time for small players, until the price has gone down to low $1000+ range. -- --Lawrence Kwan--SMS Info Service/Ringtone Convertor--PGP:finger/www-- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.vex.net/~lawrence/ -Key ID:0x6D23F3C4-- - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Yes, I am sure Pentax knows what its customers want. They want PS cameras in 35mm, APS, and digital. It is why they make anything else I can not understand. SLRs, 35mm or roll-film, just don't fit their obvious marketing bent. They sell a lot of binoculars and microscopes too. Though I imaging electron microscopes are eating into that segment now. For what it is worth 35mm based 3MP digital SLRs have been around for more than a decade now. They are just getting down to where consumers notice them pricewise. Ciao, Graywolf http://pages.prodigy.net/graywolfphoto - Original Message - From: Lawrence Kwan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2002 9:45 PM Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? On Sun, 24 Mar 2002, T Rittenhouse wrote: Well, if they had a $6-7K camera out, would there be any doubt in your mind that they were serious about digital? If the camera does not sell and turns out to be a financial disaster, there is no doubt in my mind that people on this list would start blaming Pentax for no doing its homework on marketing and for not knowing what its customers want. Is there any doubt in your mind now that they are serious about digital? Digital? No doubt at all. Their Optio range is successful. For DigitalSLR, this is still not the right time for small players, until the price has gone down to low $1000+ range. -- --Lawrence Kwan--SMS Info Service/Ringtone Convertor--PGP:finger/www-- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.vex.net/~lawrence/ -Key ID:0x6D23F3C4-- - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Sun, 24 Mar 2002, T Rittenhouse wrote: I don't know, I don't understand, and I totally am at a lost to know why the fact that such an expensive camera won't sell to snapshooter's for hobby use makes everybody on the list think no one wants one. The whole point of Pentax making a prototype for the photo show to is gauge market reaction. And they will spend $$ for market research before releasing any new products (including studio pro). So if their research and the response to their prototype shows that it would not sell at that price range, they won't release it. As simple as that. Why would they not release a product if it will be profitable? I said it before, GET REAL! Yes, and the reality is that there simply are not enough people who is willing to spend $6000+ on a Pentax out there. -- --Lawrence Kwan--SMS Info Service/Ringtone Convertor--PGP:finger/www-- [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.vex.net/~lawrence/ -Key ID:0x6D23F3C4-- - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
- Original Message - From: T Rittenhouse Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? Yes, I am sure Pentax knows what its customers want. They want PS cameras in 35mm, APS, and digital. It is why they make anything else I can not understand. SLRs, 35mm or roll-film, just don't fit their obvious marketing bent. They sell a lot of binoculars and microscopes too. Though I imaging electron microscopes are eating into that segment now. I still don't know why Pentax dropped the 110Super. They could have made a killing with it if they had applied multipoint AF to it. William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
And, think what a great digital it would have made. Ciao, Graywolf http://pages.prodigy.net/graywolfphoto - Original Message - From: William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2002 10:53 PM Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? - Original Message - From: T Rittenhouse Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? Yes, I am sure Pentax knows what its customers want. They want PS cameras in 35mm, APS, and digital. It is why they make anything else I can not understand. SLRs, 35mm or roll-film, just don't fit their obvious marketing bent. They sell a lot of binoculars and microscopes too. Though I imaging electron microscopes are eating into that segment now. I still don't know why Pentax dropped the 110Super. They could have made a killing with it if they had applied multipoint AF to it. William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Lawrence Kwan writes: PhotoExpo 2002 is now underway. No sign of any new releases yet - no digital SLR and no new limited; only an official launch of Optio 230. They have a plain small booth. Not sure if there is any chance for them to have something in store for 2nd or 3rd day. A new lens or two I can understand, but what made you think there would be a DSLR announcement at this show? If the MZ-S was any indication, if you start saving for the DSLR now, you'll probably be able to afford it with money to spare when it comes out. If we all did that, and then bought it when it came out, Pentax might actually see a sales jump large enough for them to justify producing more high-end photography products to a quicker schedule. later, patbob ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
I've put up some temporary pics from the Pentax booth for your perusal: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ [On a DSL line so upstream connections are a bit slower so I've kept picture quality and size down] Pentax actually had one of the busier booths but nothing exciting shown (at least on the first day...). Cheers. Jeff On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 04:12 PM, pentax-discuss-digest wrote: They have a plain small booth. Not sure if there is any chance for them to have something in store for 2nd or 3rd day. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Wow thanks! This looks to seal it though - nothing new of interest! They would have to redo the stands to justify something as big as new limiteds or digi-SLR. That lens lineup in the cabinet looks pretty nice though!! -Original Message- From: Jeff Tsai [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: 22 March 2002 16:24 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? I've put up some temporary pics from the Pentax booth for your perusal: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ [On a DSL line so upstream connections are a bit slower so I've kept picture quality and size down] Pentax actually had one of the busier booths but nothing exciting shown (at least on the first day...). Cheers. Jeff On Friday, March 22, 2002, at 04:12 PM, pentax-discuss-digest wrote: They have a plain small booth. Not sure if there is any chance for them to have something in store for 2nd or 3rd day. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On 23 Mar 2002 at 1:24, Jeff Tsai wrote: I've put up some temporary pics from the Pentax booth for your perusal: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ *Finally*, Pentax vinyl skirts. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
The wife's birthday was today. If only I'd known that Pentax had such a great gift idea Christian On Friday 22 March 2002 12:50, Tom wrote: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ *Finally*, Pentax vinyl skirts. tv - - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Tom wrote: Jeff Tsai wrote: I've put up some temporary pics from the Pentax booth for your perusal: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ *Finally*, Pentax vinyl skirts. Amazing what you can do when you free up that RD budget that had been directed to the MZ-D. ;-P -- Mark Roberts www.robertstech.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
LOL! I can't (even for one minute) see her allowing you to go out taking photos wearing that!! Malcolm The wife's birthday was today. If only I'd known that Pentax had such a great gift idea Christian On Friday 22 March 2002 12:50, Tom wrote: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ *Finally*, Pentax vinyl skirts. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
HAR! You don't know my wife! Christian On Friday 22 March 2002 13:23, Malcolm Smith wrote: LOL! I can't (even for one minute) see her allowing you to go out taking photos wearing that!! Malcolm The wife's birthday was today. If only I'd known that Pentax had such a great gift idea Christian On Friday 22 March 2002 12:50, Tom wrote: http://lumine.dyndns.org:8080/~jeffrey/stuff/pentax2002/ *Finally*, Pentax vinyl skirts. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
That lens lineup in the cabinet looks pretty nice though!! Who's looking at the lenses! ;-) ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
So when is the next important show? - Original Message - From: Pål Jensen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 22, 2002 12:39 PM Subject: Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax? Oooops. Seems like the Pentax digital slr rumor was false after all. Strange that pentax don't show any new products at this show as it is quite important. Still, the next Limited lens is indeed due but when is an open question. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
*Finally*, Pentax vinyl skirts. Thanks Tom - that was the best laugh I've had all week. Made my day! Cotty ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Ryan wrote: So when is the next important show? Photokina in September. Pentax is prone to announce major releases at the Photokina show. However, they are also known to release products at anytime - no show required. Then theres Photography day the first of june when Pentax release the Photo annual book - this event may also be a launching pad for products. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Oooops. Seems like the Pentax digital slr rumor was false after all. Strange that pentax don't show any new products at this show as it is quite important. Still, the next Limited lens is indeed due but when is an open question. I must admit that I was very skeptical. No, really. I just got caught up in all the hype. Let's put it this way: I have firmly decided that if nothing happens at Photokina this year, a few days later I will be placing an order for a Canon D60, grip, microdrive, and extra battery, which means there will be a lot of K mount glass going up for sale. There's only one possible thing that will stop me from doing that, and you know what it is. At this time, I am convinced that I wont be selling *anything*... A cheery good night from England where even Brighton is far from sunny right now! Cotradamus ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
So can you tell us what it is now? (please...) -Original Message- From: Pål Jensen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Still, the next Limited lens is indeed due but when is an open question. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
Me too, I just WANTED to believe it soo much that I almost convinced myself. Almost, but not quite. Even an announcement would have been nice... I think if they have nothing for Photokina then you wont be the only customer lost to Pentax. Many more will leave soon and probably many of those will never return. They HAVE to get it done this year - their market is diminishing with every passing month. -Original Message- From: Cotty [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] I must admit that I was very skeptical. No, really. I just got caught up in all the hype. Let's put it this way: I have firmly decided that if nothing happens at Photokina this year, a few days later I will be placing an order for a Canon D60, grip, microdrive, and extra battery, which means there will be a lot of K mount glass going up for sale. There's only one possible thing that will stop me from doing that, and you know what it is. At this time, I am convinced that I wont be selling *anything*... A cheery good night from England where even Brighton is far from sunny right now! Cotradamus ___ Personal email traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MacAds traffic to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Check out the UK Macintosh ads http://www.macads.co.uk - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
Assuming no new limited at PhotoExpo, what do you guys want to do with the pool? - scrap it - leave it as is until a new lens gets announced. - start over again in May in anticipation of a summer announcement. I'm told the 2 likely scenarios are mid to late summer, or Photokina. Other suggestions welcomed. tv On 23 Mar 2002 at 0:22, Rob Brigham wrote: So can you tell us what it is now? (please...) -Original Message- From: Pål Jensen [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Still, the next Limited lens is indeed due but when is an open question. Pål - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . -- Thomas Van Veen Photography 301-758-3085 www.bigdayphoto.com - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
To quote an old American baseball player, Deja-vue all over again! There were the same exact same posts here several years ago regarding the mythical MZ-1. Over the years I have come to the opinion that if Pentax's current products satisfy your needs, stay with them. If you need them to come out with something new, you will wind up in anticipation purgatory. --- Rob Brigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Me too, I just WANTED to believe it soo much that I almost convinced myself. Almost, but not quite. Even an announcement would have been nice... Yahoo! Movies - coverage of the 74th Academy Awards® http://movies.yahoo.com/ - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
- Original Message - From: tom Subject: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?) Assuming no new limited at PhotoExpo, what do you guys want to do with the pool? - scrap it - leave it as is until a new lens gets announced. - start over again in May in anticipation of a summer announcement. I'm told the 2 likely scenarios are mid to late summer, or Photokina. Scrap it. William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
Best start a new poll close to the next possible release time. --- William Robb [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: tom Subject: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?) Assuming no new limited at PhotoExpo, what do you guys want to do with the pool? - scrap it - leave it as is until a new lens gets announced. - start over again in May in anticipation of a summer announcement. I'm told the 2 likely scenarios are mid to late summer, or Photokina. Scrap it. William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . __ File your taxes online! http://taxes.yahoo.ca - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
On 22 Mar 2002 at 18:55, William Robb wrote: Scrap it. You sure? My Pentax rep has thrown a 5.5x loupe into the pool, just to sweeten the pot. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
- Original Message - From: tom Subject: Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?) On 22 Mar 2002 at 18:55, William Robb wrote: Scrap it. You sure? My Pentax rep has thrown a 5.5x loupe into the pool, just to sweeten the pot. I have one of those already. But. How about we just say that the pool is for whatever the next limited lens is, whenever it comes out? William Robb - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?
On Fri, 22 Mar 2002, Bruce Rubenstein wrote: To quote an old American baseball player, Deja-vue all over again! There were the same exact same posts here several years ago regarding the mythical MZ-1. Over the years I have come to the opinion that if Pentax's current products satisfy your needs, stay with them. If you need them to come out with something new, you will wind up in anticipation purgatory. Since I first joined this list in about '98 or '99, there's been constant new flagship at next show predictions, almost always followed by did I say this show? I meant the next show cop-outs. It's just a 'feature' of the PDML. dave -- dave o'brien - http://www.diaspoir.net Stay away from hurricanes for a while. - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: New limited lens (RE: PhotoExpo - so nothing new from Pentax?)
On 22 Mar 2002 at 23:55, William Robb wrote: - Original Message - From: tom You sure? My Pentax rep has thrown a 5.5x loupe into the pool, just to sweeten the pot. I have one of those already. Me too, but I figure with two of them I can edit negs twice as fast. But. How about we just say that the pool is for whatever the next limited lens is, whenever it comes out? My thoughts are along those lines, but I was thinking we'd have another open period for people to opt in or opt out. Say 1 week starting from this Monday. Also, I propose a tie breaking committee to decide who wins if it isn't obvious. I nominate Bob Walkden, Pal Jensen and Tom Rittenhouse. Pal knows too much, and would have to be excluded anyway. ;) tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
