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When you add any state taxes plus shipping both ways, is it worth doing that rather than trading in for a K-5 IIs? At least you end up with a fully guaranteed (2 year) camera if you buy new.
Posted by johnriley on 27/02/2013 - 16:11
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I also wonder if the difference between the performance of K5 and K5llS is just down to the actual removal of the filter. For instance is different software used to adjust for the no filter scenario or other hardware changed?
Posted by bforbes on 27/02/2013 - 17:24
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I think there has been a tweaking of the firmware as well. I would guess that even the sensor module may have had slight improvements during its production life.
Posted by johnriley on 27/02/2013 - 17:37
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I ended up buying the K5II rather than the IIs and to my surprise it produces images that are noticeably sharper than my K5, so something has changed other than improved low light focussing. I tried a comparative test using a DA21mm (tripod, mirror up) using K10d, K5 and K5II. The shot taken with...
Posted by smudge on 27/02/2013 - 18:03
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Could it be the AF is more accurate out of the box? Or did you test the AD accuracy with your original K-5
Posted by Smeggypants on 27/02/2013 - 19:24
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Could it be the AF is more accurate out of the box? Or did you test the AD accuracy with your original K-5 That was my first thought when I tested with the DA21, which is why I also tried out another lens. I have not had opportunity to do a proper comparison with any other lenses yet, maybe I'll try...
Posted by smudge on 27/02/2013 - 21:48
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Calibrate the AF on both cameras before compariing :)
Posted by Smeggypants on 28/02/2013 - 03:22
Pentax K-30 Price Question
I chose the K-30 guys! A few things really stuck out to me on the k-30 (improved video, better autofocus, peak focus, updated sensor, lighter, newer technology, cheaper). A lot of features like the top LCD, battery grip option, slight improvements in shutter speed, more buttons etcetera I feel would...
Posted by tobinobin on 26/02/2013 - 22:29
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
It finally happened that I got a hard to move spot on my K5 sensor. After researching the various methods came across the Pentax accessory. Promaster produce something similar and bought the Promaster due to easy availabilty. Easy to use. Successfully cleaned spot off sensor, and would recommend thi...
Posted by beachboy2 on 28/02/2013 - 12:53
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
I have used the Pentax kit for many years and have found it to be superb (If a little expensive!} I am on my second kit which i bought on E-Bay from Singapore at half the UK price. I second your recommendation!
Posted by PeteL on 28/02/2013 - 16:36
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
Yes, I eventually got some dust on my K5 that was noticeable. An extreme contrast test showed the sensor was quite dirty. Afer using the Pentax O-ICK1 kit, the sensor is now spotless. I find it is the best methjod of cleaning my sensor I have used (better than blower or brush). Its very expensive...
Posted by mera on 28/02/2013 - 23:02
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
I'm not really so sure why a special kit is required? It's easy to make a sensor cleaning tool with a chip fork or lollipop stick, cut off so that there is an exactly square end and then wrapped with a Pec Pad or similar so several layers cover the end. Very lightly dampen the pad (it musn't be we...
Posted by davidstorm on 28/02/2013 - 23:26
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
I'm not really so sure why a special kit is required? It's easy to make a sensor cleaning tool with a chip fork or lollipop stick, cut off so that there is an exactly square end and then wrapped with a Pec Pad or similar so several layers cover the end. Very lightly dampen the pad (it musn't be we...
Posted by beachboy2 on 01/03/2013 - 12:23
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
I wouldn't use it on a sensor, but for and LCD screens or glass 'Magic Tape' has a much better adhesive that's unlikely to come off compared with Sellotape. It's not quite 100% certain that it won't leave a residue which is why I wouldn't use it on a sensor. It's also better if you want to le...
Posted by Algernon on 01/03/2013 - 13:51
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
Anyone who markets a sensor cleaning product called O-ICK1 deserves at least a grin. I bought mine in B&H in New York. The sales guy confidently told me that Pentax didn't make a sensor cleaning kit. I'm pleased to say I managed to inform him otherwise. K.
Posted by womble on 03/03/2013 - 10:00
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
I'm not really so sure why a special kit is required? It's easy to make a sensor cleaning tool with a chip fork or lollipop stick, cut off so that there is an exactly square end and then wrapped with a Pec Pad or similar so several layers cover the end. Very lightly dampen the pad (it musn't be we...
Posted by michaelblue on 03/03/2013 - 12:51
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
Ispropyl Alcohol (isopropanol)is an alcohol which was also used for cleaning the record cartridge stylus. I would be wary of using it on a sensor, just in case the alcohol reacts with the coatings on the sensor. I would talk to the technical department at Pentax or at JPS first, just to make abso...
Posted by johnriley on 03/03/2013 - 13:16
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use on sensors and lenses according to many sources and I have used it several times on my sensors with absolutely nil problems. When cleaning with this, it's important that the pec pad is barely damp, not wet, otherwise streaks and spots can be left (a bit like when yo...
Posted by davidstorm on 03/03/2013 - 13:26
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
Are there not two types of Eclipse fluid, one of which should not be used on Pentax?
Posted by johnriley on 03/03/2013 - 13:58
PENTAX Image sensor cleaning kit O-ICK1
Are there not two types of Eclipse fluid, one of which should not be used on Pentax? I'd be interested to know if there is as I've got a bottle in the cupboard that I've not used yet. :?
Posted by darkskies on 03/03/2013 - 16:48
