Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
Except in a Limited serie ;) They should bring a K1000D Limited, sell it for many bucks and it would still sell I think :) -- Thibault Massart aka Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ;) ... -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: On Oct 16, 2006, at 11:35 PM, Gabriel Cain wrote: What I'm stating is more of a wistful desire of something in the exact form-factor of the K1000 that happens to record to digital instead of film. I know it won't happen (unless I do it myself by modding one, but I don't have the knowledge or sufficient motivation to persue it.) Likely not particularly doable without a LOT of engineering work. All the electronics have to be worked to fit the space and there's precious little space in the K1000 body shell for all of them and a decent battery and a storage card cage, etc. Doable, definitely. A K1000 is distinctly bigger than a RD-1. But I'd expect an RD-1 pricetag, unless one of the big makers did it. Still, it's a pleasant thought. I really like the feel of it. I'd like a Nikon FM-D body myself, but that's because I always loved the feel of the Nikons, even moreso than the Pentax MX which is its closest comparable model. The K1000 always felt a little crude to my hands. but I know what you mean. Godfrey I'd agree on the FM-D, even better would be a FM2-D, with the FM2's slightly larger size and better finder. I'd seriously consider paying $1500-2000 for an FM-D. 6MP would be fine, SD preferred, RAW only, don't even need an LCD, if I could adjust the settings manually (ISO on the shutter speed dial, small LCD for battery/frames like the M8). Or just go with a straight clone of the M8's electronic interface. Do give a flip-up AI tab though, for pre-AI glass. DX format is fine, while I'd like FF, I don't see a real need to pay extra for it, the cost/benefit ratio isn't there for me yet. My one caveat is I want EN-EL3 batteries, and a 'MD-12' which holds 2 as an option. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
On Oct 16, 2006, at 4:08 PM, Adam Maas wrote: I'd agree on the FM-D, even better would be a FM2-D, with the FM2's slightly larger size and better finder. I used the term FM to indicate the Nikon FM, FM2, FE2 and FM3a bodies. The FM, FM2, FE2 were exactly the same size, as I recall ... I had both ... and used the same accessories (MD11 and MD12 motors, finder bits, etc). The shape of the prism housing varied just the slightest bit between them, that's all. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
RE: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
A manual focus FF DSLR PK camera that supports K/M lenses fully would be so cool. Sign me up on the want list! JCO -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gabriel Cain Sent: Monday, October 16, 2006 5:20 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date) Thibouille wrote: You know Rob, I'd be the first to want an LX/K1000-like camera made digital, sort of what the MZ-5 was. Take a K1000/LX, slap a sensor and let everything in place. I'd love that, too. I really enjoy taking pictures with great care to what I'm doing with a K1000. It's fiddly, and I like that. But it would definitely need to be a full-frame sensor. ;) What a joy... what a suicide too, unfortunately. It won't happen IMO. But I'd buy one, for sure. As would I. I know what you mean and I agree but it is simply not doable (economicaly) IMO. Likely not. :( Gabriel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
go away. Don't hijack my thread. J. C. O'Connell wrote: A manual focus FF DSLR PK camera that supports K/M lenses fully would be so cool. Sign me up on the want list! JCO -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gabriel Cain Sent: Monday, October 16, 2006 5:20 PM To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List Subject: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date) Thibouille wrote: You know Rob, I'd be the first to want an LX/K1000-like camera made digital, sort of what the MZ-5 was. Take a K1000/LX, slap a sensor and let everything in place. I'd love that, too. I really enjoy taking pictures with great care to what I'm doing with a K1000. It's fiddly, and I like that. But it would definitely need to be a full-frame sensor. ;) What a joy... what a suicide too, unfortunately. It won't happen IMO. But I'd buy one, for sure. As would I. I know what you mean and I agree but it is simply not doable (economicaly) IMO. Likely not. :( Gabriel -- Gabriel CainDreaming Crow Forge President and Chief Artifacer P.O.Box 15605 [EMAIL PROTECTED]Seattle, WA 98115 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
On Oct 16, 2006, at 10:19 PM, Gabriel Cain wrote: Thibouille wrote: You know Rob, I'd be the first to want an LX/K1000-like camera made digital, sort of what the MZ-5 was. Take a K1000/LX, slap a sensor and let everything in place. I'd love that, too. I really enjoy taking pictures with great care to what I'm doing with a K1000. It's fiddly, and I like that. But it would definitely need to be a full-frame sensor. ;) To me, the *ist DS and now K110D are the embodiment of what the K1000 was in 35mm film. Basic, practical, usable cameras that sell for very reasonable prices. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
Godfrey DiGiorgi wrote: To me, the *ist DS and now K110D are the embodiment of what the K1000 was in 35mm film. Basic, practical, usable cameras that sell for very reasonable prices. Indeed, although I haven't used either the *ist or K1X0 bodies enough to get a good feel for them. What I'm stating is more of a wistful desire of something in the exact form-factor of the K1000 that happens to record to digital instead of film. I know it won't happen (unless I do it myself by modding one, but I don't have the knowledge or sufficient motivation to persue it.) Still, it's a pleasant thought. I really like the feel of it. A k10d is very likely in my future. Gabriel -- Gabriel Cain Artist / Photographer / Consultant P.O.Box 15605 http://gabrielcain.com Seattle, WA 98115 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
On Oct 16, 2006, at 11:35 PM, Gabriel Cain wrote: What I'm stating is more of a wistful desire of something in the exact form-factor of the K1000 that happens to record to digital instead of film. I know it won't happen (unless I do it myself by modding one, but I don't have the knowledge or sufficient motivation to persue it.) Likely not particularly doable without a LOT of engineering work. All the electronics have to be worked to fit the space and there's precious little space in the K1000 body shell for all of them and a decent battery and a storage card cage, etc. Still, it's a pleasant thought. I really like the feel of it. I'd like a Nikon FM-D body myself, but that's because I always loved the feel of the Nikons, even moreso than the Pentax MX which is its closest comparable model. The K1000 always felt a little crude to my hands. but I know what you mean. Godfrey -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
I wouldn't want one. Been there and done that. It's the past. Paul On Oct 16, 2006, at 5:19 PM, Gabriel Cain wrote: Thibouille wrote: You know Rob, I'd be the first to want an LX/K1000-like camera made digital, sort of what the MZ-5 was. Take a K1000/LX, slap a sensor and let everything in place. I'd love that, too. I really enjoy taking pictures with great care to what I'm doing with a K1000. It's fiddly, and I like that. But it would definitely need to be a full-frame sensor. ;) What a joy... what a suicide too, unfortunately. It won't happen IMO. But I'd buy one, for sure. As would I. I know what you mean and I agree but it is simply not doable (economicaly) IMO. Likely not. :( Gabriel -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
On 17/10/06, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I wouldn't want one. Been there and done that. It's the past. It's a bit like pining for a vintage car I guess :-) -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
Re: Digital K1000 (was Re: Pentax Japan delays K10D release date)
I own a vintage car. But I don't want a replica of a vintage car with a contemporary drivetrain. Phooey. Paul On Oct 16, 2006, at 8:11 PM, Digital Image Studio wrote: On 17/10/06, Paul Stenquist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I wouldn't want one. Been there and done that. It's the past. It's a bit like pining for a vintage car I guess :-) -- Rob Studdert HURSTVILLE AUSTRALIA Tel +61-2-9554-4110 UTC(GMT) +10 Hours [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.swiftdsl.com.au/~distudio//publications/ Pentax user since 1986, PDMLer since 1998 -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List PDML@pdml.net http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net
