Ascent
by Simonmac
One of my last shots (unless a miracle happens), taken today, on my beloved K5iis. Shutter failing to fire....spent the whole day trying everything I know and following advice to try and bring her back...looking at a s/h K70 or Kp.
These steps lead into Moor Street Station, Birmingham
These steps lead into Moor Street Station, Birmingham
Uploaded30/01/2025 - 22:14
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Posted 30/01/2025 - 23:23
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bjolester wrote:
Nice image. Interesting composition and great b&w tones.
My main DSLR is also a K-5iis, fabulous camera. I hope you may somehow be able to resurrect yours!
Nice image. Interesting composition and great b&w tones.
My main DSLR is also a K-5iis, fabulous camera. I hope you may somehow be able to resurrect yours!
Thank you. 11 years young and rather gutted!
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Posted 31/01/2025 - 01:29
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I am so sorry that the K5iis has failed on you
The superb photographs from this particular model, that you have displayed on this sight over the recent years will live on.
Best of luck Simonmac, hope and adjust
Regards Flan.
The superb photographs from this particular model, that you have displayed on this sight over the recent years will live on.
Best of luck Simonmac, hope and adjust
Regards Flan.
Posted 31/01/2025 - 12:06
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What a terrific juxtaposition of lines, angles and shadows making a fascinating picture.
Sorry to hear about your camera, I hope you get it fixed.
Sorry to hear about your camera, I hope you get it fixed.
Posted 31/01/2025 - 12:44
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Nice one, great in B&W.
Posted 01/02/2025 - 10:16
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Superb image - it's things like the detail in the railings shadows that set this apart from other "similar" shots, that plus the excellent processing and considered composition!
Losing the K5IIs would be a real blow - I've been fortunate enough to own several Pentax DSLR models, I've used them and then "upgraded" to newer models with more bells and whistles, but I've kept hold of my pair of K5IIs's - they have the nicest feel, rugged construction, perfect size and produce great images. If you keep your eye out for a 2nd hand one you might find a low shutter-count body for a fair price
Losing the K5IIs would be a real blow - I've been fortunate enough to own several Pentax DSLR models, I've used them and then "upgraded" to newer models with more bells and whistles, but I've kept hold of my pair of K5IIs's - they have the nicest feel, rugged construction, perfect size and produce great images. If you keep your eye out for a 2nd hand one you might find a low shutter-count body for a fair price
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Posted 01/02/2025 - 11:59
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Flan wrote:
I am so sorry that the K5iis has failed on you
The superb photographs from this particular model, that you have displayed on this sight over the recent years will live on.
Best of luck Simonmac, hope and adjust
Regards Flan.
I am so sorry that the K5iis has failed on you
The superb photographs from this particular model, that you have displayed on this sight over the recent years will live on.
Best of luck Simonmac, hope and adjust
Regards Flan.
Thank you Flan.
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Posted 01/02/2025 - 11:59
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LennyBloke wrote:
Superb image - it's things like the detail in the railings shadows that set this apart from other "similar" shots, that plus the excellent processing and considered composition!
Losing the K5IIs would be a real blow - I've been fortunate enough to own several Pentax DSLR models, I've used them and then "upgraded" to newer models with more bells and whistles, but I've kept hold of my pair of K5IIs's - they have the nicest feel, rugged construction, perfect size and produce great images. If you keep your eye out for a 2nd hand one you might find a low shutter-count body for a fair price
Superb image - it's things like the detail in the railings shadows that set this apart from other "similar" shots, that plus the excellent processing and considered composition!
Losing the K5IIs would be a real blow - I've been fortunate enough to own several Pentax DSLR models, I've used them and then "upgraded" to newer models with more bells and whistles, but I've kept hold of my pair of K5IIs's - they have the nicest feel, rugged construction, perfect size and produce great images. If you keep your eye out for a 2nd hand one you might find a low shutter-count body for a fair price
Thank you. That means a lot. See my update below!
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Posted 01/02/2025 - 12:00
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Well........fingers crossed.
A fellow Pentaxian and a forum thread suggested a last gasp solution....
I thumped the base of the camera several times!
For now, it is alive!!!!!!!!!
Thank you all for your kind words.
A fellow Pentaxian and a forum thread suggested a last gasp solution....
I thumped the base of the camera several times!
For now, it is alive!!!!!!!!!
Thank you all for your kind words.
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Posted 02/02/2025 - 22:06
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What an excellent shot this is! Sorry to hear about your K5-IIs. I still have my basic K5 which I drag out on occasions and still love it to bits. In fact it's sitting here on my desk listening to my every word so I have to be kind! I wouldn't be otherwise!
Paul.
Photography is not a sport. It has no rules. Everything must be dared and tried! (Bill Brandt)
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Photography is not a sport. It has no rules. Everything must be dared and tried! (Bill Brandt)
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Posted 02/02/2025 - 22:20
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pauljay wrote:
What an excellent shot this is! Sorry to hear about your K5-IIs. I still have my basic K5 which I drag out on occasions and still love it to bits. In fact it's sitting here on my desk listening to my every word so I have to be kind! I wouldn't be otherwise!
What an excellent shot this is! Sorry to hear about your K5-IIs. I still have my basic K5 which I drag out on occasions and still love it to bits. In fact it's sitting here on my desk listening to my every word so I have to be kind! I wouldn't be otherwise!
Thank you! My 'repair' was short-lived. But today I introduced my retired K5iis to a lovely K3ii.
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Posted 09/02/2025 - 15:47
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What a sign off, with a super image!
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