First roll through the Pentax 17

the Pentax 17...what a surprise! what do you think of it?!
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[@thissidetowardscreen4553]

I applaud Pentax for taking the risk and putting out such a nice camera. At first the price seemed to high, but then I thought about how film photographers have really benefited from the second hand market and have never had to buy a new film camera. Back in the day, cameras were not cheap, we had plenty of film and labs to have them developed in, now that infostructure is gone. Things are going to cost more. $500.00 is reasonable and glad we have this today! Thanks Pentax!

[@jazzielara5308]

I agree as a person who used film and digital I have a goal to buy this myself at some point

[@SchwarzPoet]

Hi, first of all I can't afford the camera at the moment for certain reasons that are not relevant here, but I have eyes in my head, listen carefully and can see when a brand new camera can cause a wave. I am registered in several photo forums, on several Discord servers that are all about photography etc. Before the camera came out, but before the first pictures and information were leaked, there was a huge outcry of indignation from many photo enthusiasts who realized that the camera didn't fit into their wish list instead of waiting for the first photos and testimonials. Then came the first videos from photo influencers with meaningful results and the first negative voices died down. Then came the first results and testimonials from those who were not swayed by the clamor of outrage and the clamor flattened and flattened and flattened. And now the first of the former screamers have also picked up this camera and are having the time of their lives, sometimes behaving like little children who got what they wrote on their wish list to Santa Claus for Christmas. Of course, there are still a few incorrigible cholerics, but even they are becoming fewer and fewer. So Pentax and Ricoh have done everything right and I wouldn't give a damn about the crap from the latest screamers. Greetings from Germany

[@barlosjimbo5200]

Exactly what I've seen too in the community. I've seen plenty of sharp photos and a solid A3-size print from this little camera. Expect nothing and appreciate everything.

[@badbunnyTUBE]

Thank you for this. It's such a joy to watch your videos. I really miss driving in utah and this took me back. I just got into film in 2023 with a pen f after a decade of photography. I love the idea of half frame and with the right tools and situation works extremely well. Intresting to see how the pentax will do

[@Francois_L_7933]

For most camera nerds, this is a camera that defies logic. Most of us already have too many cameras, yet seeing this one makes you want to get one. But of all of the videos I have seen, nobody has done the most important: the smell test 😁 What does a new camera smell like? We all know the sweet machine-oil smell of the old ones. We know the disappointing smell of the 90's SLR's. But what about this one?

[@cyrusrobert5339]

I have the Pentax 17 and funnily enough, the first thing I did when I unboxed it was do a smell test. And honestly, It just smells like a brand new digital camera or lens. There isn't a strong smell coming from it. There is a distinct plastic smell when you open the film door, but the smell mostly reminds me of a new Pentax lens. The Pentax 17 is made in Ricoh's Vietnam factory where the Pentax lenses and Ricoh GRiii are made, so the materials used in those are probably the same materials used in the 17...

[@robnewton3368]

Whether one likes the camera or not it is at least encouraging that Pentax has manufactured a brand new film camera. There must be some confidence in the market place regarding the use of film. Hopefully it will lead to more take up of analogue photography, more film choice and lower prices. Personally I think it’s an intriguing, inspirational offering giving the newbie ( + enthusiast & pro ) to shoot 35mm film economically in a really handy form factor.

[@brugj03]

It would be more encouraging to me, if pentax was not completely stuck in the past. I mean, who`s really going to buy this, it`s just a toy. You can`t compete with a toy. Pentax is doing poorly. And it seems it they don`t care.

[@robnewton3368]

@@brugj03 ; how so? Pentax is owned by Ricoh. Do you not think they’ve seen a change in the market regarding a resurgence in film photography ? Why would they throw good money after bad on a product if they didn’t think there was a market for it. It’s a business. As far as regarding it as a toy, it really depends on what you do with it. A talented photographer will produce good images regardless. Ever heard the term “ all the gear and no idea “. Perhaps if Pentax had put “pro” on the camera your attitude would be different?

[@brugj03]

@@robnewton3368 No, pro doesn`t mean a thing to me. My thing is that i can clearly see that film is just at fad. It`s cumbersome, low quality, non shareable and very expensive. It doesn`t have any advantages over digital. In fact i can make any digital photo easily look this bad. Personally, i think Pentax has lost their minds to make this. They are already far behind and introduce this toy.

[@RagdollRalph]

Those dust storms where beautiful 😍

[@rachidlaaguid495]

Hands down, the best Pentax 17 photos I’ve seen so far 👍🏽

[@AlejoStorni]

The horse is a paid actor! no but in all realness those two portraits of the horse are incredible, amazing work

[@lennart1208]

He actually was in a very famous TV show back in the 90s

[@SteveKleinheider]

Well done on the video and photography! It was a really fun watch!

[@seantomlinson3320]

I like the idea of the camera. Sure, it's more than I'd like but I'd like to think I understand that the economics of such a camera aren't simple. Nice video introduction to it. I'm looking forward to more.

[@snapsnappist4529]

The best video I've seen so far of anyone who has used this little camera. It's so refreshing to see someone just using the camera, rather than having to listen to some gear-head photography bro droning on about specs and price tags. The best pictures I've seen from it as well. Many would believe you if you told them those shots were taken on 35mm. Those desert shots are beautiful.

[@howardtowler6146]

Amazing scenery and the camera looks really great

[@jasongold6751]

I became a pro using the original Olympus Pen-S! Front page of Africa's largest newspaper! Front page, across 5 colums! 1/2 frame fits photo paper better than 35 F.F. I made 8x12" and as big as 16x20"! Sure grain, it was Tri-X old and Rodinal. Many testers don't like the camera! Almost nobody liked the 1st Leica! I think though regarding price, a good Nikon, Canon, Pentax SLR used, with a few lenses, a better way! Great Video.

[@Playerdue]

Great video! Instead of a sterile review I really like a video where I see the camera actually being used! I'm very happy I discovered your channel from your trip to Spain! 😁

[@sk8absence]

the landscape shot from your dash of the you by the three big turn arrow signs was so sick

[@kittychirapongse]

Came here for the 17, stayed for the landscapes. 🥰

[@areallyrealisticguyd4333]

my only concern before the camera released was how zone focusing was going to hold up on a modern camera but after its been out for awhile Ive seen how beautiful the images are! This seems like a great camera overall!

[@gustavoatihe]

I was on chilling mode here, thanks for the reminder of taking a snack, made it better! Awesome photos and video tks!

[@Ghithe97]

That small abandoned gas station is in my hometown of Circleville! Love to see it get some spotlight

[@dunkkid23]

Tay, thanks for the review and I love the photos!

[@shawnlennon1947]

the one with flash of the people at the fountain is nice, and the candid of those ladies smoking was cool!

[@is-ig4ny]

Your channel is one of the hidden gems on KZbin.❤

[@kinoromantic]

Film cameras in good condition are becoming more expensive. I was on a trip to Europe and none of the stores had acceptable options. With how much used ‘very good’ condition cameras cost these days, It made me wish 35mm full frame cameras were still being made. I went for a Nikon FA with 50mm 1.4 nikkor and rear door and seals had to be replaced, which is what I did as soon as I got home, and I ended up spending 700 euros all in all including accessories, but wish I gave that up for a new-new camera in 2024.

[@PanditaP]

That horse is a fucking MODEL lol! Dude was posing!

[@doncon3076]

very impressive, especially the landscape snaps!

[@JoeLopez]

Well done, thanks for taking us along. I love the photos and look forward to buying this camera.

[@roguesodyssey]

I was also near Pine Valley the day of that small fire and saw you on the side of the row. I wondered if that was you, from Moment and Graincheck. Guess I was right! Small world.

[@fiveburos]

You became the best ! U r vids are awesome since a year or 2 ! Love from France 😉

[@jazzyjpg]

i think i started first following you because you are from Portland, like me, but of course ive stayed for the good vibes and beautiful photos. I do have a question if you dont mind me asking. I know you have a small child, (I have two toddlers myself) .. I always wonder how you are able to get away to these beautiful spaces, so often.. Thats the one thing i miss is just being unattached and just going to a place for the sake of shooting. I of course have a great partner, but we both work full time and i feel bad jetting off to have fun and exiting family life. and of course its always hard to get the shot with a couple toddlers in toe. Just curious how you manage family life, and work and sunny 16 and all the travel. and maybe if you have any tips :)

[@joaquinperezgarcia5119]

Estupendo reportaje de la Pentax 17 y buena composición de las fotos. Un saludo.

[@viniciusmartin6218]

Lovely photos!

[@GirdHerd]

I wish Pentax/Ricoh much success with the Pentax 17. For me there are two deal breakers, 1) Half frame, and 2) Zone focusing. I guess a third deal breaker would be the price. You can buy a lot of incredible "like new" well built used film cameras for the price. For example: You can buy a mint Nikon F5 for under $400.

[@jasongold6751]

yes! It is new! The price formidable.

[@christopherward5065]

But look at the pictures it can make and how well it performs. The results belie your considerations.

[@KaptainKerl]

@@charleyfolkes what innovation?

[@datalaforge]

You are really good at making videos! What I like about the Pentax 17: The look and form factor. The fact that it's half frame. What I want it to have: Fully manual controls and a mirror box for through the viewfinder focus. Actual F stops. A faster lens. I really just want a half frame modern K1000.

[@LyonelKaufmann]

I like your trip and use of this camera. Amazing.

[@marcojones6736]

What an amazing video!! Such a good review of the camera it made want to go out to the desert and just enjoy the scenery. Love your work!!

[@MikasRaw]

Thats a most beaultiful camera i ever see!! Hi from BRAZIL!!!

[@spamllama]

I now have an urge to look through my back issues of Arizona Highways.

[@GeoffKwok1222]

I've been waiting for your review on this film camera. Thank so much with the great photos.

[@jeromecains4891]

I very, very rarely comment on a video here. I just had to say that I found your style of presentation exquisitely inspiring and soothingly poetic. You shoot fearlessly and that's how I want to be. I doubt that I'll ever tried this camera, but your video makes me want to get out and shoot with my Yashica 124G and my Fujifilm XE1. Thank you for sharing your insights.

[@charleyfolkes]

You got some nice shots there, on the 17 and in the Video! There are some great shots over in the area of Flaming Gorge, River and Buttes have similar views like horseshoe bend, but less traveled. Thank you for a nice video.

[@victorzandonadi1585]

Your videos are so inspiring!

[@intersexcryptid]

Your video skills are so impressive I subscribed just from the bit where you filmed your car driving away at a distance through Utah. I need to see more stuff like that.

[@michaelmills2926]

great video , very interesting, great little camera, fantastic photos, Pentax has made some fine film cameras in the past, ....LONG LIVE FILM

[@brugj03]

Watch the filmed parts, they`re much better than the stills. Long live Digital.

[@john_murch]

Nice review Taylor, looks like you had fun! 😀

[@secretsquirel5306]

Oh my goodness it's been such a long time since I've watched someone rewind a roll of film. However, I was surprised you weren't sure when you reached the end of the roll. Does the 17 not have a frame counter? Also, I'd recommend investing in a changing bag for loading and unloading rolls of film. They're really cheap (well they used to be) and prevent light leakage onto your undeveloped film.

[@HurleyDeanSandpointIdaho]

Very nice video. Well done. I gave up film about a year ago. I was raised on black and white photography. It would be nice to see how a half frame camera handles Tri-X film. Thank you for your hard work. Hi from Sandpoint, Idaho USA.

[@eek0212]

thanks for the real life review, your video make me really tempting to get this little buddy on my arsenal but the problem is i already own good old pen-ft for decades so im not sure :)

[@Nellemark]

Pov setup is on fire🔥🔥

[@HeadDrop]

The flash looks great, loved that one shot you took with it. I literally just picked up an Olympus XA2 so can't justify getting this right now, but the quality looks great, and super impressive if most were taken in Auto mode. Great video!

Loved the flash shot by the fountain! I wish they went with a film window on the back, I tend to forget what I loaded with 36 shots, neverind 72 😅 But I'm a fan, will definitely get one in the future.

[@oudviola]

You can put the cardboard endpiece of the film box into a slot on the back of the camera I believe, something I do with my medium format cameras always so it's routine for me.

@@oudviola Sure, sure, I just don't always have an appropriate box with me when starting a roll - for example when traveling - I leave the boxes off so the film takes up less space. But that's my fault for not being organized (the forgetting part, I mean). The window seems like a curious omission, but it's not like it's a dealbreaker 😀 Still is just a nitpick,

[@oudviola]

I hear you!

[@gu4xinim]

You're the one reviewer who got the best shots from this camera I've seen, by far.

[@berniecram8347]

Great shots in the sand storm!

[@TripleExposurePhoto]

After hearing many people complain about this camera launch, I actually think this seems worth getting.

[@urwholefamilydied]

uhhhhh, no. It's $500. Get a canon Demi with an f/1.7 lens and a smaller package. Or an Olympus Pen. This is just silly.

[@bigshooter461]

@@urwholefamilydied That's your opinion, and one that I can understand myself, but this is not s a camera for me, it might be for others.

[@thebitterfig9903]

@@urwholefamilydied just browsing eBay, a lot of the time a Canon Demi with fungus and haze and inoperative meter is over $150, and I probably wouldn’t trust the shutter to be accurate. And the ones listed as working might not be-that’s happened to me with used gear. For someone without experience in the hobby, sourcing used gear is hard for me to recommend. For someone who knows what they’re doing, maybe it is worth trying to source and maintain a vintage half frame, but it’s not something you “just” can get; it’s something of an ordeal. Meanwhile, the Pentax is has an accurate meter and exposure system, someone buying it knows it’s going to work, and there is a warranty in the case of a rare lemon. It holds and handles well, is sharp enough.

[@theangrymarmot8336]

Ignore the haters. It is a great camera - I have really enjoyed using mine so far.

[@moilami1]

By all means do it! Make me laugh! :D

[@ianlagac]

Such a vibe!

[@ckhicks]

What a neat little powerhouse! I’m shocked that you got such deep focus on both the barbed wire and the mountains in the distance. Nice work.

[@rogerb5615]

How can you NOT get that depth of focus ... with a 25mm lens? That's one of the problems with this camera: Every shot will have that depth of focus. No nicely blurred backgrounds in portrait shots. No creative focus on the area you, the photographer, want to highlight. This Pentax strikes me as being an analog cell phone camera.

[@ckhicks]

@@rogerb5615 Seems like a great option for everyday carry or casual street work. I’m guessing that folks who want to take things a step beyond phone cameras will love this, as well.

[@alexk3731]

Great video, thanks for that. Love the look of your shots. Which film did you use, and did you edit the scans in any way?

[@brianhinesley]

i would have thought it would make more sense since there are 36shots in a roll of film "ignoring the 24 rolls" that they would have gone with pentax 18 since 18x2 =36 where as 17x2 =34, if they are referring to the 35mm camera they should have gone with 17.5 ;) LOL.. ahhh well, hope you have fun with it :)

[@Toad_Hugger]

I think the frame size is 17x24mm Vs. 36x24mm of a 'full frame' 35mm. Most half frame cameras aren't quite exactly half; I have an old Mercury II that is about 20x25mm for some obscure reason.

[@Yusaku_VCP]

the painting sample at your back, I go with blue! haha, you're welcome! hahahahaha

[@very-ratti]

The shot at 0:13 got me 😂

[@siddhantacharya563]

Amazing video!! Can I please have the LUT? Would pay for it of course. Also one important question, what is the mount that you were using to shoot yourself taking pictures? 😅

[@robertberry5148]

Great video love the images..Own a Oly Pen F but might consider this as well. Come shoot North Dakota it's Legendary..

[@StefanoFederici73]

For a moment I feared a big Arrakis worm from Dune would come out. Anyway, great video, great places. 😍

[@connorkiss2614]

Wtf I love how you did this video, it's so great. Subscribed.

[@woodshark1]

Love your videos!!! Do you just leave your camera set up on the side of the road when you drive your car by it? Then go back and get it? Or is someone helping you?

[@graincheck]

it’s just me! check out my latest reel on ig to see some bts of it haha

[@MH-zd6si]

Great video as always! Would love to see you doing "Diptychs" in future with the Pentax 17 - Searching for some inspiration currently :) Cheers from Germany.

[@Danielpettitphotography]

I just taken the plunge on this after seeing many reviews. Very impressed with the images you got

[@michaelsherck5099]

As a dedicated film photographer it will be very interesting to see whether this is going to be a success for Pentax.

[@HurleyDeanSandpointIdaho]

I started shooting film when I was 10. Very nice camera. Questions: Can filters or a lens shade be added? A walk thought video would be great. Very nice work. Thank You.

[@DLivingston]

I have seen somewhere that a filter can be put on the front. I think Bad Flashes or GrainyDays mentioned it. I think it's a 40.5mm filter size.

[@robertoposa1120]

What a very special video - wonderful photos and landscape - love everything about it - just my taste - new subscriber and follower

[@sorwerk]

Stunning

[@jaetok]

It’s got the quality of an Olympus XA 2 when lighting is not so great. When lighting is good it becomes its own unique film camera.

[@jplum7708]

Great video. I love your energy and positivity. I'm eagerly anticipating a delivery from KEH. A 50mm for my RB67. Next Monday. Where were the hoodoos you were shooting? Ive been to the Kanab hoodoos and they were otherworldly. Amazing. I would like to visit more if you can point me in the direction of the ones you were at. Be well, cheers.

[@trondsi]

I just got my first Nikon F2 a week ago, and I imagine that I had the same facial expressions as you here :D

[@koby1960]

Great video camera looks like fun!

[@Argy_V]

Looking for info about this cam, found your channel. ❤

[@abdulkadir1990]

love the images you took

[@andyvan5692]

great images, but, as it's 1/2 frame, that means a 36 exp. roll turns into roughly 72 exp. so you have a long wait for images!, also interesting that it mimics a panorama format, aka 6x12 cm or 4x10" in the portrait orientation, so wonder why Pentax didn't include a framing finder, like that on a Linhof technika, or the Leica M's to frame correctly, accounting for parallax to, which closeup may be a potential problem, for a separate viewfinder.

[@Goo_S_ee]

WOO TAYLOR POSTED!!!!!! (also what film did you use !)

[@graincheck]

!!!!! this was portra 400 :)

[@Goo_S_ee]

@@graincheck tsym

[@vangstr]

Amazing photos!

[@PeachNEPTR]

I’ve apparently been kinda fortunate to get some of my vintage cameras as either new old stock, or complete in box. So I guess I’m spoiled.

[@greentothebone]

Definite 'Astroid City' vibes at 10:00 mark 😁

[@FT__Photography_____-dh8he]

Wondering how I can buy one. I will try in Japan and Thailand this fall

[@RascalKyng]

I wish they didn't do Zone foucus... I wish they did manual focus. They could have kept the zone focus symbols, as an aid around the the focus ring, BUT still have MF usuable.

[@CrazyUnderground]

Sweet. Love this video!!

[@Bussmicke2305]

Ooh nice, i knew i could count on you. Here u r in d dessert and deliver a nice video.

[@bansheep1]

Winner!!!

[@gisberthadamitzky8221]

Very interesting. Does the P17 resist dust and rain?

[@rogeratac30]

Lovely Video, thank you!

[@hozae6368]

Whats the audio track for the first few min?

[@JonChampaigne]

Beautiful work. No judgement. Very chill.

[@thecheesegod7]

Where do you get your film developed/scanned?

[@rodneywayne3869]

Nice video. Can you please share the name of the first background music 😢?

[@ninooliastro2285]

Right on!!!

[@kylewood8327]

Hopefully if this gets a positive review Pentax will release a 35mm version. This one is not for me. 35mm would be nice to replace my 40 or so year old Nikon F3.

[@chaiboxclub]

This feels so alive

[@AlyxReyex]

This is fire 🔥

[@lichtloper]

Yeah, chuck it in a water bucket

[@CharlieLederer]

3:51 Lets Go Mets!!!

[@FrankDavalos]

The thing that stresses me out about 72 frames is that there’s so many photos lost if you botch a roll in processing. “We Amish bowl 15 frames!”

[@ChrisW.Fuji_Canon]

wonderful

[@johnjon1823]

What film did you use, where did you get it processed, what was the scanning process, and what did you do in post to the scans? Thanks.