weight of k10d camera: Any negatives on weight from people using it for awhile now?
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I bought the K10D in December and have used it fairly extensively for about three months, including some travel. The camera is well designed with an extremely comfortable grip, so even though it's heavy I feel the weight is well distributed and does increase overall stability. The camera's numerous controls are well placed and logically arranged which adds to its ease of use; it may be heavy but like any good tool it's such a pleasure to use because of the good design you don't think about it as a burden.
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Thanks, Zachary. I am leaning very heavily toward this camera. My only other options are the Kodak Easyshare Max and the Pentax K-R, though I'm not sure I'm ready for a true DSLR. Best of luck with your purchase - and I hope you share some photos and opinions!
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I am very happy with the k3. It works well with the light I get inside. It was a good upgrade from the 5d mark II and 7d I had. I hope to buy another one soon. I thought about the k50 or k5IIs but there's no need to go back to a lesser brand when the new one is only $1000 right now. Unless you like the color of the k50. The k3 has everything that they both have plus more.
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I am not sure about the weight of that camera model, but this is one of the sturdiest tripods I have ever seen! Hope this helps!
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For me this is an small camera very portable, and it is not heavy. Is smaller than semipro cameras.
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Hello Debbie, thanks for the message. I actually have a Kodak EasyShare Z612 (not as good as the Z1015IS). I have owned my Kodak for several years and have been happy with it from a performance perspective. If I was in the market for a new camera, I would definitely consider the Z1015IS. Just to let you know, if you are looking for a camera that you can easily put in a pocket or purse, this isn't the camera for you. It is a full size camera. Personally, I feel that one can take better pictures with a larger format camera. It is also nice because it has the LCD screen and a view finder. I use the viewfinder on my Kodak all of the time but there are times when the LCD is helpful. The zoom lens is awesome. I'm sure you can get a real bargain on one since Kodak has exited the digital photography arena. I wouldn't be concerned about that (Kodak's exit). Our Kodak has been very reliable over the years that I have owned it. Best of luck to you. Overall, I would recommend this camera to you if you are looking for a full-size camera, with advanced features, that takes great pictures.
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Yes, the Samsung GX10 ( identical to the K10D) is under $700 here at Amazon at the moment including kit lens.
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I'm away from home now, so can't say you exactly how much weight. However I can tell you that is big!! So, in case you don't own several camera accesories, I suggest you a smaller one.
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I'm quite pleased with my K-5iis. It's the best camera I've ever owned. I actually purchased the K-5iis right after the K-3 came out, precisely because I was not thrilled with the K-3's specs (24 MP is too much for an APS-C sensor). The K-50 was never really an option, as I needed a no-compromise field camera.
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The other sellers have likely gotten their stock via the international market. In the USA, canon has not yet released the D10. A lot of the other sellers that have the camera on amazon right now are based out of New York City which is a hot spot for the "international" products. I found all of this out while in NYC last summer looking for a 5D. Personall, I would wait until amazon gets the camera to avoid any potential issues (for example, some of the international products or "grey market" canon eos 5d's that I looked at in NYC had a plastic body as opposed to the magnesium alloy body that canon produces and sells)
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That question is difficult to answer when one has had the camera for a short time and is not a professional that uses it constantly. Being said that, it appears to be a solid body with good weight, and mine has fall a couple of times without any damage. About temperatures, unfortunately I am quite the opposite. I live in upstate New York, but I'll tell you this: I like it very much
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Hi Ginett. The camera is pretty light, but does have a little bit of a "solid" feel to it. If weight is a concern, you could also consider a Panasonic model, which I bought for my wife to keep in her purse. It is a little smaller and lighter but includes a wide angle lens, long lasting battery and a (slightly less powerful, but still very adequate) 10X Zoom. This one is a Panasonic Lumix Model DMC-ZS02. It has most of the features of the larger one and costs around $50 less. Either camera will easily fit in a shirt pocket. Hope this helps.
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I just parallel tested my beloved G9 vs. my new G10 using a tripod; same subject, lighting, settings, modes, at ISO 80, 200, and 400. The 10 renders noticeably crisper and cleaner pics than my 9. Also, my G9 consistently produced images that were 10 to 15% on the dark side. The 10's exposures are spot on. I no longer have to jiggle with in-camera exposure comp for each image or take each one to Photoshop for correction. And I like the G10's much improved LCD, the wider angle lens, and better grip. I think you'd like the 10. I couldn't be happier with my purchase.
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The product description has been changed; now it says the camera weighs 0.3 ounces (about 10 g)! As others have pointed out, the actual weight is closer to 1.4 ounces (39g), making it too heavy for my WLToys V959 quadcopter. Unfortunately, I didn't find out about Amazon's error until after buying the camera. Grrr...
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Just about anything you could need to know about this camera's specifications can be found here: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/pentaxk10d
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I use it with the a7s, and that's a pretty small camera in its own right (about 17 ounces with battery and SD card). A G6 should work just fine with a semi-heavy lens. I use the Tokina 11-16 with only 1 set of weights on the bottom and the arm about half extended and it works perfectly. If you're really worried about the weight, I'd highly reccomend investing money in a few quick release plates and permanently leaving it on the stablizer. Weight aside, switching from stabilizer to monopod/tripod is a real pain. Use the money you're saving with this unit compared to a glidecam and buy quick release plates. It'll add weight, and it'll make life MUCH easier. I'm so happy with this product. 5 stars. Don't look at the glidecam or anything else. This and quick release plates. And you'll still have money to spend.
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The rig it's self weighs about 4 pounds with the camera and other gadgets attached to it it comes out to a little under ten pounds.