Huss
Veteran
Hopefully...
http://konost.com/2016/12/24/2016-what-a-year-and-the-future-of-konost/
"...Despite all this, we actually have a very exciting future ahead. We’ve switched to a custom sensor, one that has been designed and manufactured specifically for the Konost cameras. This allows our business model to be more cost effective, increase our margins, and provide competitively priced full-frame digital cameras.
We have also been able to work out key strategic alliances, partners, and funding, which will help us bring our products to the market. Additionally, our team has grown significantly in experience, talent, and headcount.
This will push production versions of the Konost rangefinders to Q3-Q4 of 2017. We’re still working on releasing limited edition beta versions of the rangefinder in the first half of 2017. Despite the delay in launching, we’ve actually been able to cross major hurdles in order to move forward in creating amazing cameras.
We thank everyone who’s written to us and supported us along the way. Please subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with our progress as 2017 will be a very big year."
http://konost.com/2016/12/24/2016-what-a-year-and-the-future-of-konost/
"...Despite all this, we actually have a very exciting future ahead. We’ve switched to a custom sensor, one that has been designed and manufactured specifically for the Konost cameras. This allows our business model to be more cost effective, increase our margins, and provide competitively priced full-frame digital cameras.
We have also been able to work out key strategic alliances, partners, and funding, which will help us bring our products to the market. Additionally, our team has grown significantly in experience, talent, and headcount.
This will push production versions of the Konost rangefinders to Q3-Q4 of 2017. We’re still working on releasing limited edition beta versions of the rangefinder in the first half of 2017. Despite the delay in launching, we’ve actually been able to cross major hurdles in order to move forward in creating amazing cameras.
We thank everyone who’s written to us and supported us along the way. Please subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date with our progress as 2017 will be a very big year."
Jamie Pillers
Skeptic
Emile de Leon
Well-known
Uh...sure...yup..they are going to go head to head w/Leica..
I'm going to feed my unicorn now..lol..
I'm going to feed my unicorn now..lol..
Wow, you have a unicorn?
(The company never said it was going head to head with anyone)
uhoh7
Veteran
How much does that M shooting A7 eat?
6600 leaves plenty of room for a nice small M body. Splash of M10 does not hurt one bit.
Huss
Veteran
do not feed it tuna.
raid
Dad Photographer
What will be the cost?
Is there a chance to try one out to report about it?
Is there a chance to try one out to report about it?
michaelwj
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michaelwj
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Fart jokes aside, It will need to be no more expensive that the A7 to any real impact, unless it works as good as the M10 with wides, in which case they still need to get it in under the price of a used M240 (and ideally under the price of a used M9).
I'd buy a used M9 that I know I can send to be repaired in a few years if need be, over an unknown product from an unknown company with unknown repairability or resale. It's an uphill battle.
I'd buy a used M9 that I know I can send to be repaired in a few years if need be, over an unknown product from an unknown company with unknown repairability or resale. It's an uphill battle.
raid
Dad Photographer
A used M9 sells these days for $2500.
damonsong
Established
Might not be bad to have some competition, or can push leica to be more innovative.
I personally still hopeful to see M5 style of viewfinder and shutter speed dial... that to me offers the best RF shooting experience.
I personally still hopeful to see M5 style of viewfinder and shutter speed dial... that to me offers the best RF shooting experience.
ruby.monkey
Veteran
Who is going to produce a 'custom sensor' (full-frame, no less) in the tiny numbers this camera will require?
raid
Dad Photographer
Home Depot?
Keith
The best camera is one that still works!
Stephen G
Well-known
I will.
I sent them a link to my kickstarter.
I need $500,000 to setup my production line to start shipping sensors @ $500/piece.
Don't worry I have all the kinks worked out in my POC, and lots of experience.
I'm totally gonna be shipping by November.
Also check out all the cool rewards I give to people that contribute more than $500.
For $10,000 you get a cool hat.
For $100,000 I will invite you to come visit me and have coffee.
Did I mention I'm totally going to be shipping this year?
Just get me that $500k.
xyz3450
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How long has this extended product launch been now?
Their current FAQ is a gem:
"Is the design finalized?
No, we’re still iterating the aesthetics, UI, and overall product design based on testing and feedbacks. If you have any suggestions, or even want to help with the design process, please contact us."
Their current FAQ is a gem:
"Is the design finalized?
No, we’re still iterating the aesthetics, UI, and overall product design based on testing and feedbacks. If you have any suggestions, or even want to help with the design process, please contact us."
larmarv916
Well-known
You should have told me about this before.
You should have told me about this before.
Hey...its a shame you didnt mention this before. Lets hope it happens.
You should have told me about this before.
Hey...its a shame you didnt mention this before. Lets hope it happens.
quejai
Established
Would be nice if they released a bit more specific info / pics now and then. I'd like to stick one of their sensors in the backdoor of a bessa, that would be easier and more lucrative than building a whole new camera. If they do get that sensor made, that would be a huge achievement. Have to admit, designing high-end equipment without financial lubricant is difficult, especially in a dying market with a huge team.
hap
Well-known
Well, if they pull it off.....we shall see the actual premium being charged for the real Leica.
It seems , however, improbably and implausible. I guess that's why we are pulling for Konost.
It seems , however, improbably and implausible. I guess that's why we are pulling for Konost.
michaelwj
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I assume the setup costs need to be paid every 100 sensors? Sounds like a good deal!
For $10,000 do I still get to buy the coffee?
Amazing deal!