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New K100Y + 3 Lenses

Started May 15, 2020 | Discussions thread
Alex Sarbu Forum Pro • Posts: 13,257
Re: New K100Y + 3 Lenses

bob5050 wrote:

Alex Sarbu wrote:

Locking. Moved from its location on the K-1.

I don't have a K-1--locking what? And why unlabeled?

Locking controls to prevent unintentional changes.

It is labeled in the prototype shown.

Actually, twice. Both prototypes presented - and this one is updated, not the last year's - have a fixed screen.

The fact that they've apparently redesigned/re-positioned the focus joystick indicates that the body isn't production-frozen. Agree that nothing was promised or shown; nothing was specifically denied, either.

But the joystick was changed due to feedback, and I'd say feedback after using the earlier prototype(s).

If they planned for an articulated screen, they would want one on the prototypes so people could give them feedback. Look at the back of the camera: this wouldn't be a minor change, various elements would have to be re-positioned. Imagine a relatively thin frame around the LCD; there would be no room for the eye sensor, and the entire buttons group would have to be moved slightly to the right. A classic articulated screen is worse: the ports would interfere with the hinge.

Then, the protruding OVF eyepiece would become a lie.

Alex

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