pentax k7

I don't doubt you about that at all Stuart ... In low light when you need speed there's going to be a limit. I'm no low light gig shooter, most of my higher ISO work is in fair indoor light when I need more speed to freeze a bit of action. For this I find the K7 ok, so for me its a very versatile tool.

I guess the key distinctions between the K7 & K5 are the low light high ISO performance, the price difference, plus I think the extra bit depth (12 vs 14) gives an edge in dynamic range I believe. So its up to the purchaser to decide if those extras are worth the outlay, or a longer wait, for their photography personally. ...

Edit ... Just seen the last post from the Op. Good you have been able to make your choice, and I am confident your new camera will give great satisfaction.

Yes il look forward to seeing some images. When you have it at hand. Good luck with. I know I enjoy mine. Though they sometimes get a bad press.