I could show longer threads (than the two above) of hot pixels in video mode on the D7000. I don't use video on my K7 or D7000. It does not have sensor stains and non of my DSLR's appear to have FF issues with any of the lenses I have used on them.

But it's irrelevant as it's metering, 3D tracking AF and configurable double card slots make up for all of the faults with it. The iTTL flash system is a bit clever too although I don't do much flash.

I am sure that those with trouble free K5's will enjoy their camera. It leaves a sour taste though if you have already exchanged it and the stain appears later. Clarity of vision seems not to be guaranteed.

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I have to assume that you meant a lesser Pentax as it's a Pentax forum?

I have the same sensor in another make body and have not had any issues whatsoever.

That said, my K7 has been bounced and is still kicking out great images and has a clean sensor. So on that note, I don't see my K7 or other Pentax bodies as lesser cameras.

I reluctantly am giving the K5 a wide birth. I don't need the risk of hassles that seem to take too long to resolve.

Thanks for posting Mike. You have provided the last nail for the lid.

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Probably not. Either way, my 16-50mm SDM is still over there and not a single word back from them. It's now getting to the point where its of comfort to publicize Pentax's sterling support and service ability.

I'm hoping for a firmware fix to straighten lenses!

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Good shots.

Looking at the exif on the flight shots;

Camera Maker: PENTAX
Camera Model: PENTAX K-5
Image Date: 2011-03-23 17:17:39 (no TZ)
Focal Length: 300.0mm
Aperture: f/4.0
Exposure Time: 0.0020 s (1/500)
ISO equiv: 1250
Exposure Bias: -1.30 EV
Metering Mode: Center Weight
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Auto
Flash Fired: No (enforced)
Color Space: sRGB
GPS Coordinate: undefined, undefined
Photographer: Kevin_Harding
Copyright: Kevin_Harding


Ant reason for -1.3EV?

also on the last "ground" shot

Camera Maker: PENTAX
Camera Model: PENTAX K-5
Image Date: 2011-03-23 17:16:27 (no TZ)
Focal Length: 300.0mm
Aperture: f/4.0
Exposure Time: 0.0020 s (1/500)
ISO equiv: 400
Exposure Bias: -1.30 EV
Metering Mode: Center Weight
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Auto
Flash Fired: No (enforced)
Color Space: sRGB
GPS Coordinate: undefined, undefined
Photographer: Kevin_Harding
Copyright: Kevin_Harding

Was there a specific reason for manual exposure?

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Excellent range of sky tones.

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? or ? or even ?

Glad that is only your preference. As for trusting Pentax over Adobe, could you expand that a little or should I wait for Pentaxoshop 1 or Pentacrobat 1?

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Wishing you all a great weekend and may the light be right.

Don't forget the street of a thousand busts.

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As-Salam Alaikum Paul.


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Cracking shots. Sun is always out over here (hence the drought).

Wonderfull detail on the bees. 1st shot is a winner.

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Well said that man.

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