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Comment by JohnX posted on Formatt Hitech Black Friday deals at 17/11/2016 - 16:16
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Flucard is mentioned by Pentax in their product guide to the K3II, so should work ok. Got both; haven't tried them together though.
App is free, but as you'll see in the video seems you can only use Chrome or Safari browsers.
Note. Also seems you can only use the Flucard in Slot 2
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Flucard is mentioned by Pentax in their product guide to the K3II, so should work ok. Got both; haven't tried them together though.
App is free, but as you'll see in the video seems you can only use Chrome or Safari browsers.
Note. Also seems you can only use the Flucard in Slot 2
I understand your frustration, but all camera makes have their own problems, so whilst this affects Pentax there will be problems elsewhere too.
As you're in the EU you get a minimum of 2 years warranty. This might be extended further by local legislation. Even if it's not, gather the 'evidence' from the various Pentax fora that this is an inherent fault and not caused by you, approach your local Pentax authorised repairer and argue your case. If that fails, you may have the equivalent of our Small Claims Court procedure, in which case take Pentax to Court.
As to whether this may affect other bodies, it clearly doesn't affect all K30 or K50 cameras, and may not affect the K70, which is not, by the way, simply a 'rebranded' K50, although I have no doubt it shares some internals.
One last thing. As you say you had a paid photoshoot ruined I suggest you don't buy another consumer-grade replacement camera. Good as they may be they are built to a price and do not offer all the 'bells and whistles', robustness, etc, you get with high-end/flag ship bodies.
As you're in the EU you get a minimum of 2 years warranty. This might be extended further by local legislation. Even if it's not, gather the 'evidence' from the various Pentax fora that this is an inherent fault and not caused by you, approach your local Pentax authorised repairer and argue your case. If that fails, you may have the equivalent of our Small Claims Court procedure, in which case take Pentax to Court.
As to whether this may affect other bodies, it clearly doesn't affect all K30 or K50 cameras, and may not affect the K70, which is not, by the way, simply a 'rebranded' K50, although I have no doubt it shares some internals.
One last thing. As you say you had a paid photoshoot ruined I suggest you don't buy another consumer-grade replacement camera. Good as they may be they are built to a price and do not offer all the 'bells and whistles', robustness, etc, you get with high-end/flag ship bodies.
Comment by JohnX posted on K-50 photos underexposed at 14/11/2016 - 09:58
Known problem. Consumer Rights trump Manufacturers warranty.
Plenty of instances reported on the various Pentax fora, so, if you're from the UK, pull some evidence together of it being an inherent issue, then get in touch with Johnson's and get it sorted.
If you're not, check our your local Consumer Rights legislation and get in touch with your repairer.
Plenty of instances reported on the various Pentax fora, so, if you're from the UK, pull some evidence together of it being an inherent issue, then get in touch with Johnson's and get it sorted.
If you're not, check our your local Consumer Rights legislation and get in touch with your repairer.
Comment by JohnX posted on K-50 photos underexposed at 14/11/2016 - 08:08
JAK wrote:
Well there's no AA filter, so not quite the same as a K5ii and the dynamic range is slightly higher on a K-1, but only marginally so there are differences. Why not compare the images at http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/pentax-k1/pentax-k1-image-quality.htm and http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/pentax-k5-ii/pentax-k5-iiA7.HTM because you know what you're looking for?
Often the ultimate IQ depends on the processing of the image and your work flow to achieve that. Given the same lens on either body I would say the final images should be close but with slightly better definition from the K-1 due to lack of the AA filter. They won't be the same because they use different sensors, but certainly similar as both come from the same stable.
Thanks JAK, but although I have a K5II, it's the K3II (which I also have) that I want to compare the K1 against. Could be then that the K1 with DA lenses would not be a significant upgrade over the K3II with the same DA glass, but clearly would be if I bought FF lenses to go with it.Well there's no AA filter, so not quite the same as a K5ii and the dynamic range is slightly higher on a K-1, but only marginally so there are differences. Why not compare the images at http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/pentax-k1/pentax-k1-image-quality.htm and http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/pentax-k5-ii/pentax-k5-iiA7.HTM because you know what you're looking for?
Often the ultimate IQ depends on the processing of the image and your work flow to achieve that. Given the same lens on either body I would say the final images should be close but with slightly better definition from the K-1 due to lack of the AA filter. They won't be the same because they use different sensors, but certainly similar as both come from the same stable.
Comment by JohnX posted on K1 in crop mode. How is it for you? at 08/11/2016 - 15:17
JAK wrote:
Any DA lens will work on the K-1 the same as on a K5iis at the same resolution and will, by default, use them as APS-C lenses. However many DA lenses cover a larger area than an APS-C sensor and the K-1 can be made to over-ride the default APS-C setting and use them at either full frame or 1:1. Some DAs are completely acceptable at full frame, and some with only marginal loss of definition and/or vignetting, Two of Pentax's cheapest lenses, the DA35mm f2.4 AL and DA50mm f1.8 perform particularly well in full frame mode being based on earlier 35mm film lens designs.
If you indicate which lenses you are concerned about I'm sure someone will have tried them by now and report about their level of compatibility if that might be of interest.
Thanks JAK, but my concern is simply will photographs made using my DA lenses on a K1 in crop mode result in the same or better IQ when compared with the output from my K3II, all other factors being identical.Any DA lens will work on the K-1 the same as on a K5iis at the same resolution and will, by default, use them as APS-C lenses. However many DA lenses cover a larger area than an APS-C sensor and the K-1 can be made to over-ride the default APS-C setting and use them at either full frame or 1:1. Some DAs are completely acceptable at full frame, and some with only marginal loss of definition and/or vignetting, Two of Pentax's cheapest lenses, the DA35mm f2.4 AL and DA50mm f1.8 perform particularly well in full frame mode being based on earlier 35mm film lens designs.
If you indicate which lenses you are concerned about I'm sure someone will have tried them by now and report about their level of compatibility if that might be of interest.
Comment by JohnX posted on K1 in crop mode. How is it for you? at 08/11/2016 - 12:38
OP. When you say not in a position to rent a replacement lens, are you aware they SRS offer this service?
Comment by JohnX posted on Warranty turnaround experience at 08/11/2016 - 12:31
Blythman wrote:
I have used a few DA's, because I'm not keen on buying a 15-30 that doesn't take filters (without scaffolding).. The 10-17 is fine from 15mm. The 12-24 is fine from about 18mm. Also the 35mm f2.4, 50mm f1.8, and 70mm f2.4 all seem fine. The Sigma 18-35 f1.8 is supposed to be ok from 24mm. My 300mm and 560mm are also fine
Thanks Alan. Do your comments relate to DA lenses in crop or FF mode please? My thinking is to use the K1 in crop mode only in order to get full sensor coverage from my DA lenses.I have used a few DA's, because I'm not keen on buying a 15-30 that doesn't take filters (without scaffolding).. The 10-17 is fine from 15mm. The 12-24 is fine from about 18mm. Also the 35mm f2.4, 50mm f1.8, and 70mm f2.4 all seem fine. The Sigma 18-35 f1.8 is supposed to be ok from 24mm. My 300mm and 560mm are also fine
Comment by JohnX posted on K1 in crop mode. How is it for you? at 07/11/2016 - 18:58
LennyBloke wrote:
Don't forget that some DA lenses aren't far off full-frame (DA*55 and DA70 for example)
Thanks LennyBloke. That would be an added bonus.Don't forget that some DA lenses aren't far off full-frame (DA*55 and DA70 for example)
I'm loath to start changing out perfectly good DA glass though, (a) because I like the added 'range' offered especially on the longer lenses, (b) the additional weight of D-FA glass vs. DA equivalents, (c) I can use my DA lenses with any of my five APS-C bodies, and (d) the cost.
Comment by JohnX posted on K1 in crop mode. How is it for you? at 07/11/2016 - 12:17
smudge wrote:
I did some comparisons K1 in crop mode with my K5II. Very little difference (unsurprising I suppose because the pixel density is very similar). If anything the K1 was very slightly better, maybe because of the lack of AA filter.
Thanks Smudge.I did some comparisons K1 in crop mode with my K5II. Very little difference (unsurprising I suppose because the pixel density is very similar). If anything the K1 was very slightly better, maybe because of the lack of AA filter.
Comment by JohnX posted on K1 in crop mode. How is it for you? at 07/11/2016 - 10:11
