The specification for the finder kind of looks to me like a K-3 finder
with a built in O-ME53. I expect it will actually be a bit better than
that, but the O-ME53 does make quite a difference when manually focusing.
On 4/3/2021 11:36 AM, Toine wrote:
I mentioned the missing charger. :)
All
Too much money for me. Being an slr, its still going to have
difficulty getting as good of focus as mirrorless, though I'm not
ready to jump there yet. I can still focus using the live view
magnified for landscapes or portraits, but it sure would be nice to be
able to get a really accurate focus
hich together cost more than I got for the lot. Selling has not
> been helped by COVID restrictions, that's for sure.
>
>
> John in Brisbane
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Ralf R Radermacher
> Sent: Tuesday, 6 April 2021 12:03 AM
> To: pdml@pdml.net
2021 12:03 AM
To: pdml@pdml.net
Subject: Re: DP initial review of K-3 III
Am 05.04.21 um 14:35 schrieb John:
> I have the LX & K1000 out & I need to use them to clear all of the film
> out of my refrigerator, but I don't currently have a local lab to
> process the film & I
Stupid old me wrote:
Just posted a photo of my lab in 2001.
Should have incuded the link...
https://www.fotocommunity.com/photo/das-labor-2001-fotoralfbe/45049685
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Am 05.04.21 um 14:35 schrieb John:
I have the LX & K1000 out & I need to use them to clear all of the film
out of my refrigerator, but I don't currently have a local lab to
process the film & I have yet to establish a relationship with an
on-line lab.
Just posted a photo of my lab in 2001.
K-1 & K-3; occasionally the K10D & K20D.
I have the LX & K1000 out & I need to use them to clear all of the film out of
my refrigerator, but I don't currently have a local lab to process the film & I
have yet to establish a relationship with an on-line lab.
And then of course there was the
Am 03.04.21 um 22:20 schrieb John:
I still have my K1000, LX, SuperProgram, PZ-1p (x2), *ist-D, K10D, K20D
Do you still use any of them?
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On Sat., Apr. 3, 2021, 2:40 p.m. John, wrote:
> FWIW, I don't think the hot-shoe cover design has changed since the PZ-1p.
> I
> probably have more of them than I have hot-shoes to cover.
>
> I found several rummaging around in miscellaneous Pentax stuff at camera
> stores
> when I was looking
On Sat., Apr. 3, 2021, 1:29 p.m. Ralf R Radermacher,
wrote:
> Am 31.03.21 um 09:33 schrieb Henk Terhell:
> > https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pentax-k-3-mark-iii-initial-review
> > Recommended price is $ 2000.
>
> What am I to make of this:
>
> "The PENTAX K-3 Mark III allows AE photography at
> On Apr 3, 2021, at 1:40 PM, John wrote:
>
> FWIW, I don't think the hot-shoe cover design has changed since the PZ-1p. I
> probably have more of them than I have hot-shoes to cover.
>
> I found several rummaging around in miscellaneous Pentax stuff at camera
> stores when I was looking
FWIW, I don't think the hot-shoe cover design has changed since the PZ-1p. I
probably have more of them than I have hot-shoes to cover.
I found several rummaging around in miscellaneous Pentax stuff at camera stores
when I was looking for the style of real lens caps I prefer.
On 4/3/2021 04:24:21, mike wilson wrote:
On 03 April 2021 at 03:39 John wrote:
Can't you charge the battery using the original K-3 or K-3 II chargers? Or for
that matter, since the K-1 uses the same battery, use that charger?
As long as the previous versions of the charger work with it,
> On 03 April 2021 at 15:44 Bill wrote:
>
>
> On 4/3/2021 2:24 AM, mike wilson wrote:
> >
> >> On 03 April 2021 at 03:39 John wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> Can't you charge the battery using the original K-3 or K-3 II chargers? Or
> >> for
> >> that matter, since the K-1 uses the same battery, use
Am 31.03.21 um 09:33 schrieb Henk Terhell:
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pentax-k-3-mark-iii-initial-review
Recommended price is $ 2000.
What am I to make of this:
"The PENTAX K-3 Mark III allows AE photography at the closed-down
aperture for M-series lenses and lenses that previously
On 4/3/2021 9:00 AM, Alan C wrote:
Sorry chaps, it's probably all my fault. I didn't mean to be a red rag.
I simply said that I was surprised an external charger wasn't included
when you are already paying so much for the camera. Thank goodness it
wasn't me who mentioned the lack of a hot-shoe
I mentioned the missing charger. :)
All prereviews rave about the viewfinder. The specs say 1.05x vs 0.95x for
current models. I dont see how that would be a major improvement. If the
viewfinder would be just like the MX it would make it a dream for tele.
I dont see much in the current 0.95x
Am 03.04.21 um 17:00 schrieb Alan C:
Sorry chaps, it's probably all my fault.
Not to worry. Looks more like Bill is happy to have found something
(i.e. you and me) to get all worked up about.
Ralf
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Sorry chaps, it's probably all my fault. I didn't mean to be a red rag.
I simply said that I was surprised an external charger wasn't included
when you are already paying so much for the camera. Thank goodness it
wasn't me who mentioned the lack of a hot-shoe cover.
Alan C
On 03-Apr-21 04:44
On 4/3/2021 2:24 AM, mike wilson wrote:
On 03 April 2021 at 03:39 John wrote:
Can't you charge the battery using the original K-3 or K-3 II chargers? Or for
that matter, since the K-1 uses the same battery, use that charger?
As long as the previous versions of the charger work with it, the
> On 03 April 2021 at 07:04 John Francis wrote:
>
>
>
> The one that B have been showing for a while is at least metal, not plastic.
> I'm not sure whether the one on the German web page, which is apparently a
> special K3 one that is made to look a bit like a pentaprism housing, and has
>
Pentax lens caps seem to be rather expensive as well. I remember one review of
lens caps in general that headed the Pentax section with "Same plastic, twice
the price" - and they were.
> On 03 April 2021 at 04:02 John wrote:
>
>
> Yeah, but is it worth $50 if I'm just going to end up losing
> On 03 April 2021 at 03:39 John wrote:
>
>
> Can't you charge the battery using the original K-3 or K-3 II chargers? Or
> for
> that matter, since the K-1 uses the same battery, use that charger?
>
> As long as the previous versions of the charger work with it, the lack of the
> charger
I've discovered that with the K-1 on tripod the majority of my pictures
are nowadays taken after composing in live view.
It is easier to select focus and has wider focus area. With the
possibility to adjust the angle of the screen it is easy enough to avoid
reflection of the screen.
And with
For what I used to spend a lot of my time photographing, auto-focus began doing
better than I could manage around 25 years ago, which is why I bought a PZ-1p.
And after one too many times where I tripped the shutter just a little bit too
early, I want a camera that is ready to take the next shot
The one that B have been showing for a while is at least metal, not plastic.
I'm not sure whether the one on the German web page, which is apparently a
special K3 one that is made to look a bit like a pentaprism housing, and has
the word Pentax on it (albeit not inscribed in large, friendly
The camera autofocus & frame rates aren't what's holding back my development as
a photographer.
On 4/3/2021 00:39:22, John Francis wrote:
On Fri, Apr 02, 2021 at 10:39:07PM -0400, John wrote:
Plus, if I did need to replace my K-3, the K-3 III doesn't look like it
would be the best choice.
On Fri, Apr 02, 2021 at 10:39:07PM -0400, John wrote:
>
> Plus, if I did need to replace my K-3, the K-3 III doesn't look like it
> would be the best choice. I'd probably be looking for a used K-1 or K-1 II.
If you are doing the type of photography wher the K-1 shines, then it's
probably the
It's probably not a problem for a Pentax user who already has chargers for the
D-LI90, but I think it might be a downside for attracting new users to the brand.
On 4/1/2021 10:50:15, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
Am 01.04.21 um 16:37 schrieb Bill:
You might just have a battery charger sitting
I do wonder how that better viewfinder is going to work with the touch screen
display though.
On 4/2/2021 16:25:06, Mark C wrote:
On 3/31/2021 12:52 PM, Bill wrote:
The fixed LCD screen was planned from the get go. The camera is built around
an apparently fantastic viewfinder.
I suspect
Yeah, but is it worth $50 if I'm just going to end up losing it like the
original stock hot-shoe cover?
On 4/1/2021 13:30:23, P. J. Alling wrote:
I hate to say this but the optional hot shoe cover has been on B's web site
for several years now. It is outrageously expensive for a piece of
Can't you charge the battery using the original K-3 or K-3 II chargers? Or for
that matter, since the K-1 uses the same battery, use that charger?
As long as the previous versions of the charger work with it, the lack of the
charger wouldn't be a deal breaker for me.
But since my K-3 is an
On Fri., Apr. 2, 2021, 7:09 p.m. John Francis, wrote:
> On Fri, Apr 02, 2021 at 10:32:36PM +0200, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
> > Am 01.04.21 um 18:44 schrieb John Francis:
> >
> > > With a predicted battery life of 800 shots (and a battery grip for 800
> more)
> > > I don't envision running out
On Fri, Apr 02, 2021 at 10:32:36PM +0200, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
> Am 01.04.21 um 18:44 schrieb John Francis:
>
> > With a predicted battery life of 800 shots (and a battery grip for 800 more)
> > I don't envision running out of battery power on a day's shooting.
>
> As long as you're
On Fri., Apr. 2, 2021, 2:25 p.m. Mark C, wrote:
> On 3/31/2021 12:52 PM, Bill wrote:
> >
> > The fixed LCD screen was planned from the get go. The camera is built
> > around an apparently fantastic viewfinder.
> > I suspect Ricoh knows their market, and knows that their customer
> > already has
Am 02.04.21 um 22:56 schrieb Juan Buhler:
I want to take a look at it when I have a chance. It might be just me, but
after a certain age, optical viewfinders stopped working as well as they
used to.
My troubles began when I got my first no-line glasses, 15 years ago. I
suddenly needed a
I want to take a look at it when I have a chance. It might be just me, but
after a certain age, optical viewfinders stopped working as well as they
used to. I can now see things in an EVF better than even in a really good
OVF like that of my MX. After I realized this, it was a matter of trying
the
Am 01.04.21 um 18:44 schrieb John Francis:
With a predicted battery life of 800 shots (and a battery grip for 800 more)
I don't envision running out of battery power on a day's shooting.
As long as you're shooting in the comfort of your well-heated living
room that may be true.
Let me tell
On 3/31/2021 12:52 PM, Bill wrote:
The fixed LCD screen was planned from the get go. The camera is built
around an apparently fantastic viewfinder.
I suspect Ricoh knows their market, and knows that their customer
already has an external battery charger.
A reviewer on Peta Pixel was very
Exactly my thoughts Bill, well said!
> On 1 Apr 2021, at 16:37, Bill wrote:
>
> On 4/1/2021 8:27 AM, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
>> Am 01.04.21 um 16:02 schrieb pen...@dfsee.com:
>>> The actual battery charge-circuitry is now built-in to the camera itself,
>>> which is an advantage in some
I hate to say this but the optional hot shoe cover has been on B's web
site for several years now. It is outrageously expensive for a piece of
extruded plastic, but it's not new with the K-3III.
On 4/1/2021 1:01 PM, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
Am 01.04.21 um 18:38 schrieb John Francis:
Well,
Am 01.04.21 um 18:38 schrieb John Francis:
Well, it is April 1st ...
Sure?
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1568475-REG/pentax_31080_hot_shoe_cover.html
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> On Apr 1, 2021, at 9:36 AM, John Francis wrote:
>
> On Wed, Mar 31, 2021 at 08:13:11PM +0200, Alan C wrote:
>> At that price, surely they can afford to include a charger?
>>
>
> I suspect that's at least partially due to their experience in Europe.
>
> Back in the early days of
On Thu, Apr 01, 2021 at 04:27:27PM +0200, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
> Am 01.04.21 um 16:02 schrieb pen...@dfsee.com:
>
> > The actual battery charge-circuitry is now built-in to the camera itself,
> > which is an advantage in some situations, but less so in others
>
> I think this deserves the
On Wed, Mar 31, 2021 at 10:36:28PM +0200, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
> Am 31.03.21 um 20:13 schrieb Alan C:
> > At that price, surely they can afford to include a charger?
>
> The real hoot is the optional hot shoe cover for 50 euros.
>
> https://ac-foto.com/product/o-hc177-hot-shoe-cover
>
>
On Wed, Mar 31, 2021 at 08:13:11PM +0200, Alan C wrote:
> At that price, surely they can afford to include a charger?
>
I suspect that's at least partially due to their experience in Europe.
Back in the early days of cellphones, every cellphone sold included a
charger in the box, complete with
On Wed, Mar 31, 2021 at 07:15:20PM +0200, Toine wrote:
> Everytime [Pentax] claim improved AF, in practice it feels identical
> (mediocre).
I have to disagree with this. While Pentax is not up to the standards
I've encountered with Nikon and Canon bodies, I was able to detect a
very noticeable
Am 01.04.21 um 16:55 schrieb Bill:
You know better than what you are spewing here.
I rest my case. So, have you already pre-ordered the hot shoe cover for
50 euros?
Ralf
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On 4/1/2021 8:50 AM, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
Am 01.04.21 um 16:37 schrieb Bill:
You might just have a battery charger sitting around your house if you
think about it.
They've all been sold with the cameras they came with.
K-3: 1300 euros with charger, K-3-III: 2000 without. Strange
Am 01.04.21 um 16:37 schrieb Bill:
You might just have a battery charger sitting around your house if you
think about it.
They've all been sold with the cameras they came with.
K-3: 1300 euros with charger, K-3-III: 2000 without. Strange logic...
Ralf
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> On 1 Apr 2021, at 15:37, Bill wrote:
>
> On 4/1/2021 8:27 AM, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
>>> Am 01.04.21 um 16:02 schrieb pen...@dfsee.com:
>>> The actual battery charge-circuitry is now built-in to the camera itself,
>>> which is an advantage in some situations, but less so in others
>> I
On 4/1/2021 8:27 AM, Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
Am 01.04.21 um 16:02 schrieb pen...@dfsee.com:
The actual battery charge-circuitry is now built-in to the camera
itself, which is an advantage in some situations, but less so in others
I think this deserves the grand prize for the most idiotic
Am 01.04.21 um 16:02 schrieb pen...@dfsee.com:
The actual battery charge-circuitry is now built-in to the camera itself, which
is an advantage in some situations, but less so in others
I think this deserves the grand prize for the most idiotic idea of all
times. So, once the battery is
> On 1 Apr 2021, at 03:35, P. J. Alling wrote:
>
> Actually I think the article said the opposite, no direct usb charging, but
> it does include an external battery charger.
Hmm, not exactly.
I had an extensive talk with Mike Muizebelt this morning (the guy who did one
of the K3 III
It seems to address every criticism of the K3II except for a lack of a
tilt screen, so of course everyone is going to dump on it.
As I'm not currently the target market, more or less perfectly happy
with my current kit, all I see is a much improved APS-c, DSLR, and as I
like DSLRs more than
Actually I think the article said the opposite, no direct usb charging,
but it does include an external battery charger.
On 3/31/2021 3:43 AM, Toine wrote:
2000 That hurts!
The most amazing part: a battery charger is not included. Charging
from USB C only.
Not to mention the fixed LCD screen.
Having no first hand knowledge here is my assessment.
Just due to the sensor being several Moore’s cycles newer than that K-3 or K-1,
its raw performance will exceed even that of the K-1. However, since the days
of the K-5 sensor performance has been to the point that in anything but the
most
On 3/31/2021 11:15 AM, Toine wrote:
Maybe the sensor is something special, no idea, seeing is believing. I
never felt they should be losing money. My feelings: Paying double
(compared to the KP) for a partial upgrade and a partial downgrade
feels strange.
Everytime they claim improved AF, in
Am 31.03.21 um 20:13 schrieb Alan C:
At that price, surely they can afford to include a charger?
The real hoot is the optional hot shoe cover for 50 euros.
https://ac-foto.com/product/o-hc177-hot-shoe-cover
Ralf
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My tentative plan is to sell one of my two K-1ii bodies and to buy the K-3iii
or some other APS-C body in a month or two.
If anyone wants to buy a used K-1ii, let me know. I will include a charger and
at least one battery. And an articulating screen.
People keep mentioning the KP as an
At that price, surely they can afford to include a charger?
Alan C
On 31-Mar-21 07:16 PM, Larry Colen wrote:
On Mar 31, 2021, at 9:52 AM, Bill wrote:
On 3/31/2021 1:43 AM, Toine wrote:
2000 That hurts!
The most amazing part: a battery charger is not included. Charging
from USB C only.
Not
> On 31 Mar 2021, at 18:52, Bill wrote:
>
> On 3/31/2021 1:43 AM, Toine wrote:
>> 2000 That hurts!
>> The most amazing part: a battery charger is not included. Charging
>> from USB C only.
>> Not to mention the fixed LCD screen.
>
> The fixed LCD screen was planned from the get go. The
> On Mar 31, 2021, at 9:52 AM, Bill wrote:
>
> On 3/31/2021 1:43 AM, Toine wrote:
>> 2000 That hurts!
>> The most amazing part: a battery charger is not included. Charging
>> from USB C only.
>> Not to mention the fixed LCD screen.
>
> The fixed LCD screen was planned from the get go. The
Maybe the sensor is something special, no idea, seeing is believing. I
never felt they should be losing money. My feelings: Paying double
(compared to the KP) for a partial upgrade and a partial downgrade
feels strange.
Everytime they claim improved AF, in practice it feels identical
(mediocre).
On 3/31/2021 9:08 AM, Toine wrote:
I don't see much improvement over the KP. I'm now in the market for a
backup KP body to survive a few years.
Much improved viewfinder, much improved AF, much improved frame rate,
bigger buffer, much more robust build quality, 4K video, BSI CMOS
sensor. I'm
On 3/31/2021 1:43 AM, Toine wrote:
2000 That hurts!
The most amazing part: a battery charger is not included. Charging
from USB C only.
Not to mention the fixed LCD screen.
The fixed LCD screen was planned from the get go. The camera is built
around an apparently fantastic viewfinder.
I
My longstanding practice has been to wait at least a year before buying a
new camera model. The bugs get ironed out, features get tweaked, and prices
usually drop. I really like my K-5, so am in no hurry.
Rick
On Wed, Mar 31, 2021 at 11:52 Ralf R Radermacher wrote:
> Am 31.03.21 um 17:08
Am 31.03.21 um 17:08 schrieb Toine:
I don't see much improvement over the KP. I'm now in the market for a
backup KP body to survive a few years.
Methinks Pentax have taken leave of their senses.
My K3 has cost 1300 euros new IIRC. It's still doing fine, I'm quite
happy with it, and it will
I don't see much improvement over the KP. I'm now in the market for a
backup KP body to survive a few years.
On Wed, 31 Mar 2021, 11:29 Henk Terhell, wrote:
> Also 2000 euro here at Kamera-Express.
> I would never buy this camera because of the fixed screen.
> For me this is a turning point as
Also 2000 euro here at Kamera-Express.
I would never buy this camera because of the fixed screen.
For me this is a turning point as a long time Pentax user.
As Ricoh is looking for a partner with Pentax, I'll search for my
crystal ball.
I like an APS-C camera besides FF because of the longer
2000 That hurts!
The most amazing part: a battery charger is not included. Charging
from USB C only.
Not to mention the fixed LCD screen.
On Wed, 31 Mar 2021 at 09:33, Henk Terhell wrote:
>
> https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pentax-k-3-mark-iii-initial-review
> Recommended price is $ 2000.
>
>
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