No, but by coincidence I've just taken one out. I understand that you shouldn't accept the insurance company valuation until the Gap insurer has seen it and may negotiate on your behalf. Not sure how it works if finance is covered as well.

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George

There's a used one here at a good price.

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I agree with Mike P's experience but went for a second system in Nikon for no particular reason other than a bargain on E-bay

I shoot with a K5iis, K1 and Nikon D7000 (came out same time as K5 from memory)

I gave up bothering using Pentax AFC a long while ago and have more success using centre point AF point.

I do shoot most of my motorsport with Pentax, but even in motorsport its relatively easier to pick spots to take pictures, and panning doesn't cause too much of a problem (high F stop normally adds to depth of field so I guess that helps.). Where the pentax lets you down is the more spontaneous shot when say a car spins off and you want to catch a number of shots straight away and the hit rate is not good. I don't think the Pentax autofocus systems in the lenses are quick enough which is the main problem.

TAV is not unique, its just called manual with auto ISO on Nikon and works exactly the same. I use this on my D7000 for running events with AFC and runners coming towards you - far more keepers than pentax AFC.

I prefer the Pentax cameras, and I know people say that technique can help (I know) but with current technology the Pentax AFC should be better.

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George

Second one is the pick of the bunch for me, nicely framed and sharp with no distractions. Don't think the dull conditions helped you, may be worth brightening some of the shadows.

Shame the 4th one has his tail clipped out of frame, couple of the others look too tightly cropped so parts of the birds are missing. Just my thoughts.

Thanks for sharing.

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George

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Fabulous set Pete, liking the mix of shots. Cannot pick a fav, too many !

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George

Having had both I agree with David's comments as 2 possible solutions, the 50-135 providing a versatile option.

May also wish to consider

DA70 f2.4 ltd - cracking lens, sharp and works well on FF
DA*55 F1.4 - Lovely lens, FF compatible as well.
Sigma 85 F1.4 - A very nice lens and full frame. (see Chris pipped me to it !)

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George

Saw the above a couple of days ago if anyone's looking for a mark 1 K3.

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George

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Thanks for looking.

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George

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