Upgrade from K20D to K5 worth it?
Posted 31/10/2013 - 18:53
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YES!! Any of the 5's will be a decent upgrade Mate
One day you'll find, 10yrs have got behind you.
Posted 31/10/2013 - 19:11
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Most definitely worth it!!
[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 31/10/2013 - 19:13
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Go for it, it is a much better camera!
Go for it, it is a much better camera!
Posted 31/10/2013 - 19:31
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Without a doubt. K20 to K7, not really. KanythingolderthanK5 to K5 no brainer. K5 to KanythingnewerthanK5 debatable. Go for it.
Posted 31/10/2013 - 21:11
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I hate it when you lot beat around the bush!
OK, I'm on the hook. Can any of you give me some idea of the benefits I'm likely to notice?
OK, I'm on the hook. Can any of you give me some idea of the benefits I'm likely to notice?
Posted 31/10/2013 - 21:16
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Posted 31/10/2013 - 21:26
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Agree with all of the above... the k20 is a fantastic workhorse... strong, built like a tank, won't ever let you down... but iq wise, it's a big leap to the k5... particularly agree with DrOrloff re noise, dynamic range and low light performance... I took the same upgrade last year, and haven't regretted it...
Best
Best
Posted 31/10/2013 - 21:54
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Big upgrade in image quality when the going gets tough as well as some other features that are nice to have....much quieter shutter, much better live view implementation being two that spring to mind. I also prefer the handling and feel of the newer bodies, but that is very much a matter of taste.
Posted 01/11/2013 - 09:44
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K5 is a brilliant camera. I cannot fault it ( having moved from 35mm MZ5n ). No need for all the "latest" K5-II etc versions - including the "intermediate" K3; which should have been full frame in my opinion. I guess that will be the K1.......?
Posted 01/11/2013 - 10:27
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Elleygreen wrote:
... which should have been full frame in my opinion. I guess that will be the K1.......?
No the Full Frame will be called the K9 because it will be considered the absolute Dogs *******s.
... which should have been full frame in my opinion. I guess that will be the K1.......?
Posted 01/11/2013 - 10:37
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Definitely worth it. I upgraded earlier this year with no regrets
Posted 01/11/2013 - 10:50
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The K5 was (is) the game changer, lower noise, wide dynamic range, the difference will be visible.
My K5 Flickr set.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-judge/sets/72157634528924459/
If it follows Pentax model naming convention any FF DSLR will be an 'A...' model.
'K' = King
'Q' = Queen
'A' would be Ace
Chris
My K5 Flickr set.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-judge/sets/72157634528924459/
If it follows Pentax model naming convention any FF DSLR will be an 'A...' model.
'K' = King
'Q' = Queen
'A' would be Ace
Chris
Chris
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TIA for advice given.