How often do they get those in? None seem available.

If you're willing to lower price a bit, I'll consider it! I have an offer for another K-5 that is £410 (admittedly, a bit older than yours).

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Please PM me with your offers, sorry for the new topic. I'll try to respond quickly. Thanks,

Tobinobin.

Hey everyone, I really appreciate the feedback. The K-5 seems like a great camera, and that is reflected in the glowing reviews you all have for it. Now, I don't want to send you Pentaxians in uproar, but I think I might go for a mirrorless system before deciding on a DSLR. I feel that I'm better off getting a feel for photography before committing to a system. I barely use P&S, and a semi-pro DSLR would be a gigantic, scary leap. The camera I'm thinking of is a sony nex 5n. Being as honest and unbiased as can be, what do you think of my cautious decision? Thanks guys.

Hi all, basically I've decided that with Pentax's value, it's well worth investing in the system for an amateur hobbyist. My budget is not unlimited though, and I've narrowed it down to either the K-r or the K-5. The price of the Pentax k-5 is £470 with a 18-55 WR II kit lens (I can get one for £400 body-only). The camera is in excellent condition, with only 2700 shutter actuations. Now, I can most likely get a Pentax k-r for £200-300 (depending on the lenses that come with it). Any thoughts? I'm a bit worried about overspending. I do have the money, but it isn't unlimited, and I realise I'll want more lenses. I realise how big an improvement the K-5 is though, and some of the features are particularly appealing, and I'd probably upgrade from the K-r after a short while anyway.

I'm looking for either of these cameras, and I'm willing to hear any offers. PM please.