How many photographers use video function on DSLR
I hope Pentax/Ricoh take a look at the poll result above:
At the time of writing......
Often - 15%
Seldom - 20%
Never - 65%
Says a lot I think
Yes, that most Pentax users are over 30.
Which could explain the K-S1
Michael
and if you have read the other threads you know what it is
regards stu
https://www.flickr.com/photos/arleimages/
But I don't have four hands, nor capacity to carry extra bags and equipment, nor the time to switch between devices when I'm with the family ... I need to be able to switch instantly between taking images and video recordings, as appropriate to whats happening. These needs can only be met by a single device, and my DSLR provides by far the best portability, versatility and quality for these combined purposes. So high quality video is an essential component on my DSLR, for me.
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I personally have never taken a video, don't intend to take one. Pentax suits me perfectly.
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I bought a kr, then a k5, and would have still bought them even without the video function.
But, as Nigel says, its there if you need it.
Take a look at the price of the Canon EOS 1d C variation. Also even the attempt at a smaller version the Panasonic GH4.
On the down side... Shooting video at 4k, and then wanting to later edit it would also spell out quite impressive computer specs. Find me a system that does 4k editing effectively at less than 2k euros
David
Retired at last - now all that time for photography - you would think: wink:
I hope Pentax/Ricoh take a look at the poll result above:
Why?
Removing the video feature would be the last thing they would think of if trying to stay competitive, unless the other manufacturers bring out similar models.
There is of course the option of offering a model either with or without. but I doubt it would be economically viable to produce both, consumers would likely end up paying that bit more for the video option "just in case"
I hope Pentax/Ricoh take a look at the poll result above:
Why?
Removing the video feature would be the last thing they would think of if trying to stay competitive, unless the other manufacturers bring out similar models.
There is of course the option of offering a model either with or without. but I doubt it would be economically viable to produce both, consumers would likely end up paying that bit more for the video option "just in case"
Just because I don't use I, I see no reason to remove the capability for video from any Pentax or Ricoh camera, others do use it, and presumably live view performance is improved by the video enabled technology...
https://www.flickr.com/photos/arleimages/
It does seem to be a biased poll though, as 'seldom' implies 'hardly ever' but that isn't true in my case. 'Sometimes' would have been a more even handed option, I think. I very nearly used the video tonight to capture the International Space Station pass but being short of time, and not having my 2nd Pentax and tripod with me, I elected to try some 15 second photos instead.
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I hope Pentax/Ricoh take a look at the poll result above:
At the time of writing......
Often - 15%
Seldom - 20%
Never - 65%
Says a lot I think
Yes, that most Pentax users are over 30.