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07/08/2008 12:38:21 PM · #1 |
So here is my problem. I have been looking at upgrading to the K20, and adding a couple of lenses to my selection (I'd love to add a Bigma to my arsenal) But, I've held off for now because work is taking up too much of my shooting time, and probably will until around February or March. The longer I wait, the more I wonder if maybe it isn't time to change systems. It really pains me to say that because I love Pentax. But, Pentax doesn't seem to be setting the market on fire with new products, not to mention I am pretty bummed about the cancellation of the 645D. Pentax optics have never failed to impress. The 10-17 fisheye is probably one of the most enjoyable lenses I have owned. I borrowed a K20 last weekend and was just blown away by the image quality. This weekend I am taking a friends D300 and his 24-120 out for a spin, to see what I think of it. Clearly changing systems is going to be more expensive than upgrading a body, and adding a lens or two.
The thing is it comes down to a much wider selection of lenses and accessories with Nikon or Canon. Even Sigma and Tamron produce a wider variety of lenses for Canon and Nikon than they do for Pentax. Do I just have "catalog envy" or is Pentax really falling that far behind?
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07/08/2008 01:41:49 PM · #2 |
Tough call - pre digital I always owned Olympus kit and loved it - now I own Canon, and as you rightly say - there is just so much more availability of everything for Canon (and Nikon).
Is Pentax falling behind technically ? No idea, but that's actually a seperate question from what gives you the widest range of accessories at the widest range of prices. |
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07/08/2008 01:47:56 PM · #3 |
Do you intend to use all the lenses available in one manufacturer's range? Sorry if this sounds like a facetious question, but it isn't. If the system you're currently using has all the things you want, then why get steamed up over some other features that you'll not use. Who really cares about the fact that Canon makes, for instance, four different versions of the 70-200. I can only use one of them at any one time.
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07/08/2008 02:02:32 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by Mr_Pants:
Do you intend to use all the lenses available in one manufacturer's range? Sorry if this sounds like a facetious question. |
Not at all, I've been asking myself a similar question for a couple of weeks.
Originally posted by Mr_Pants:
If the system you're currently using has all the things you want, then why get steamed up over some other features that you'll not use. |
Thats the real question. There are certainly parts of the Canon and Nikon flash systems that I would not only love to have, but would definetly use. And there are lenses for Canon and Nikon that I certainly lust after, but question how much I would use them.
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07/08/2008 02:10:22 PM · #5 |
| Isn't the K20 compatible with every Pentax lens produced since 1964? That's over 24 million lenses, and should provide quite a selection at reasonable prices if you're willing to consider the used market. |
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07/08/2008 02:12:59 PM · #6 |
| If you ever switch to Canon or Nikon. Just remember, there is Tokina Lenses, they are similar to many Pentax lenses. |
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07/09/2008 10:29:46 AM · #7 |
For me, I think it comes down to the fact that the lens hardly makes the photograph. I'm can take a really crappy photograph with a really expensive peice of glass, and I can also get a good shot with a $40 peice of manual glass from 1974. I would say that the lens/accessory shouldn't be the hold up. If Canon/Nikon/Olympus et.al. have a specific function that you as a photographer can't live without, then it might be a time to switch. That being said, if you do switch pm me and i might like to buy some of you're old Pentax stuff..heheh.
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07/09/2008 11:01:06 AM · #8 |
It's a tough call... IMO the digi bodies are still developing and you will possibly get more upgrades from the major 2... not sure that is good or bad as it's both - as you see, I still use a 20D, so I am not into changing bodies often but I don't plan to own the 20D as long as my film bodies as too much changes :-/. It's obvious cheaper to swap now then later. On the other hand, if you have everything you need.... On the third hand, how long can Pentax stay in the SLR market? Catch 22... I love there are enough people using non C/N to push them as they will develop only what is necessary to sell.... but not sure I want to be one of the people on a minor brand to cause them to push.
Sorry, no help I know :-)
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07/10/2008 04:26:31 PM · #9 |
I would probably make a switch while you still don't have much equipment. Canon and Nikon make a ton of stuff and will you use it right now? Maybe not.
What if you stick w/ Pentax invest tons more into lenses and other stuff and your photography takes a direction that Pentax doesn't have the gear for. NOw you have sunk costs as well as additional costs to switch over. If you switch now, you may never use all of Canon or Nikons products, but you can if you want to.
Also the lens does have a lot to do with the photo quality unless you are always shooting in the f8-f11 range in good light AKA the sweet spot of almost any lens good or bad. Start shooting in low light or fast action and you will find a definate need for quality glass. Look at any major sporting event on TV. There is a reason that the big white Canon lenses are being used by almost every photographer in the media areas...they are superior.
You are right that you can take a crappy photo w/ a great lens and a great photo w/ a crappy lens. |
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