His and Hers K5s
Posted 12/04/2011 - 19:39
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Looking to take the plunge myself eventually. The K10Ds we have are still good but there is a huge difference when compared to the K-5.
Posted 12/04/2011 - 20:26
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Now that is just showing off
Posted 12/04/2011 - 21:42
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Hope you enjoy them John. In fact I know you will.
I've now sold both my K10D and K20D - should update my sig really.
I've now sold both my K10D and K20D - should update my sig really.
[i]Bodies: 1x K-5IIs, 2x K-5, Sony TX-5, Nokia 808
Lenses: Pentax DA 10-17mm ED(IF) Fish Eye, Pentax DA 14mm f/2.8, Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8, Pentax-A 28mm f/2.8, Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.2, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-FA 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7, Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8, Sigma 135-400mm APO DG, and more ..
Flash: AF-540FGZ, Vivitar 283
Lenses: Pentax DA 10-17mm ED(IF) Fish Eye, Pentax DA 14mm f/2.8, Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8, Pentax-A 28mm f/2.8, Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.2, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-FA 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7, Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8, Sigma 135-400mm APO DG, and more ..
Flash: AF-540FGZ, Vivitar 283
Posted 13/04/2011 - 00:38
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since the k5 is even better than the kr I bought, I'm sure you will be glad you made the plunge!
Fired many shots. Didn't kill anything.
Posted 13/04/2011 - 04:57
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Congratulations John! It would be nice to hear your experience using your k-5s and any good tips.
So no 18-135 lens after all?
BR, Giorgio
So no 18-135 lens after all?
BR, Giorgio
Posted 13/04/2011 - 07:34
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No, no 18-135mm lenses for now. It would have added an extra £1000 to the bill and overlapped too much with our existing lenses.
Sadly, there has to be some realism to this process.
Sadly, there has to be some realism to this process.
Best regards, John
Posted 13/04/2011 - 09:36
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Congrats john....have a nice time with the k5s....regards jeeess
K-5, K-7 and K10D, Pentax 18-135 WR,18-55 WR,Pentax 28-105,Sigma 28-300, Sigma 28-80 (Macro) and Pentax 50-200 WR.
Posted 13/04/2011 - 09:50
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johnriley wrote:
No, no 18-135mm lenses for now. It would have added an extra £1000 to the bill and overlapped too much with our existing lenses.
Sadly, there has to be some realism to this process.
Youre just right JohnNo, no 18-135mm lenses for now. It would have added an extra £1000 to the bill and overlapped too much with our existing lenses.
Sadly, there has to be some realism to this process.
Posted 13/04/2011 - 23:29
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They arrived safely today, first batteries are charged and Sue has beaten me to it with a faultless shot from the TV screen.
We've both set up the cameras the same, so when we work together every shot will match as well as possible.
All very nice and smooth, ultra-quiet shutter, and an effective LV for when it's needed.
Will report back with samples after the obligatory trip to Arley Hall on Sunday!
We've both set up the cameras the same, so when we work together every shot will match as well as possible.
All very nice and smooth, ultra-quiet shutter, and an effective LV for when it's needed.
Will report back with samples after the obligatory trip to Arley Hall on Sunday!
Best regards, John
Posted 14/04/2011 - 00:14
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johnriley wrote:
They arrived safely today, first batteries are charged and Sue has beaten me to it with a faultless shot from the TV screen.
We've both set up the cameras the same, so when we work together every shot will match as well as possible.
All very nice and smooth, ultra-quiet shutter, and an effective LV for when it's needed.
Will report back with samples after the obligatory trip to Arley Hall on Sunday!
Sounds like Christmas in April....They arrived safely today, first batteries are charged and Sue has beaten me to it with a faultless shot from the TV screen.
We've both set up the cameras the same, so when we work together every shot will match as well as possible.
All very nice and smooth, ultra-quiet shutter, and an effective LV for when it's needed.
Will report back with samples after the obligatory trip to Arley Hall on Sunday!
Always good to get new kit to play with.
Best regards
Too far from a shore.
Posted 14/04/2011 - 00:31
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Sean282 wrote:
HAHAHAHA!!!
johnriley wrote:
No, no 18-135mm lenses for now. It would have added an extra £1000 to the bill and overlapped too much with our existing lenses.
Sadly, there has to be some realism to this process.
Youre just right JohnNo, no 18-135mm lenses for now. It would have added an extra £1000 to the bill and overlapped too much with our existing lenses.
Sadly, there has to be some realism to this process.
[i]Bodies: 1x K-5IIs, 2x K-5, Sony TX-5, Nokia 808
Lenses: Pentax DA 10-17mm ED(IF) Fish Eye, Pentax DA 14mm f/2.8, Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8, Pentax-A 28mm f/2.8, Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.2, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-FA 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7, Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8, Sigma 135-400mm APO DG, and more ..
Flash: AF-540FGZ, Vivitar 283
Lenses: Pentax DA 10-17mm ED(IF) Fish Eye, Pentax DA 14mm f/2.8, Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8, Pentax-A 28mm f/2.8, Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.2, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-FA 50mm f/1.4, Pentax-A 50mm f/1.7, Pentax DA* 50-135mm f/2.8, Sigma 135-400mm APO DG, and more ..
Flash: AF-540FGZ, Vivitar 283
Posted 14/04/2011 - 15:32
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I gave in as well!
Ordered from SRS yesterday... K-5 and bits arrived about half hour ago.
Initial thoughts: menus are a bit different to the K-7 but more logical, shutter is wonderful, IQ is stunning, and even the 18-55WR is very respectably made!! LV is a huge improvement, dual level sensor is useful, configuration of RAW button is wonderful.
Have fun John & Sue!!
Matt
Ordered from SRS yesterday... K-5 and bits arrived about half hour ago.
Initial thoughts: menus are a bit different to the K-7 but more logical, shutter is wonderful, IQ is stunning, and even the 18-55WR is very respectably made!! LV is a huge improvement, dual level sensor is useful, configuration of RAW button is wonderful.
Have fun John & Sue!!
Matt
http://www.mattmatic.co.uk
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24 years
Tyldesley,
Manchester
It will be sad to see the K10D and one K20D go because I liked the design, but the K5 will offer advantages for our available light wedding shots and also for our new interest in shooting wildlife.
We will keep one K20D as backup, but eventually it too may well be upgraded. It's a constant evolution with digital cameras, which I guess is good news for those who make them and those who sell them.