I managed to get 4K pre-assigned for my mum this year. We had a family of 5 traveling in first and we were given 4A and K to choose from. Not sure if status has anything to do with it? (3 Emerald and 2 Sapphire)
I beg to differ on taking pictures from 4A/K. If you are taking a lot of pictures I would take 2A/K. Less work to lean over to put your camera to the window and focus.