I cant believe how good the images are at ISO 800. Its generally the setting I will use when shooting birds handheld etc so thats great to see. I cant wait to try it out.


One embarassing question though...

I cant find the metering I can see it under the dial. Do you have to turn the dial to set it correctly. Its not budging and dont want to break it!

QC

Its 1.2

What does the 1.4 give you?

Id be willing to buy it at that price as the DA*300 looks to be awesome

QC

Does the Sigma 10 20 suffer from much barrel distortion?

Thanks folks I'll be sure to do that.

What about that shutter!? The kx was really noisy but this thing is barely a whisper.

Its going to be a great asset when snapping birds

I just received my K-5 at 10 am this morning - bought from Pentaxuser top man Malfis (Malcolm)
Having used the K-x for all my photos over the last few years I cant tell you how overwhelmed I am by this camera!

What ive noticed so far is...

Much better focusing (even on my Siggy 150 500)
Beautifully laid out controls
fantastic clarity in the screen
AND significant Imaqe Quality over the KX

Now for a little question.

How do I tell its got the latest updates etc?

QC

Arrived at 10.00 in SUPREME CONDITION...

I am very pleased and cannot thank you enough Malcolm.

All members take note - a fantastic member to deal with.

Yes apologies friends. I was implying that I already have considerable length with the 150 500 but was interested in the short primes and zooms. Having said that its nice to hear a resounding applause for the 55 300 Pentax lens which would be nice to save my arms!

Could anyone suggest a good lens to start off with outside of the kit 18 55?

I shoot mostly wildlife meaning that focal length is very important but on ocassion I do see some nice landscapes, butterflies, flowers or just some situations when a smaller lens would be nice.

Ive looked at the 35mm 2.4 and thought it good for the price.

Any suggestions?

Cheers

QC

Couldnt agree more David. If I think the K-x is amazing then it sounds like Im in for a real treat with the 5