K-5II - wrong manual??

Sonny16 · 02-02-2014, 08:48 PM

Greetings. Great site. Thanks to those sharing their experience and knowledge here.

I just received a K-5II (body-only) purchased through Amazon (sold by Electronics Basket, fulfilled by Amazon), haven't even had a chance to charge the battery and test it yet. Looks like factory packaging, and all hardware appears new and unused. But...

The thing I am concerned about is that the included manual (copyright 2010 by Hoya) is for a "K-5" model, NOT the "K-5II". This discrepancy makes me wonder if other details might also be fishy.

I realize that operation of the two cameras is similar if not identical, and I know that the actual K-5II/K-5IIs manual is easily available online. I would just like to know, before I pursue the matter further, whether anyone else has encountered this and whether I should be concerned. For all I know K-5 manuals in K-5II's boxes may be a common occurrence.

Thanks in advance. Any help much appreciated.

Sonny (new member -- please have patience while I learn the ropes)

Adam · 02-02-2014, 08:52 PM

Originally posted by Sonny16

Greetings. Great site. Thanks to those sharing their experience and knowledge here.

I just received a K-5II (body-only) purchased through Amazon (sold by Electronics Basket, fulfilled by Amazon), haven't even had a chance to charge the battery and test it yet. Looks like factory packaging, and all hardware appears new and unused. But...

The thing I am concerned about is that the included manual (copyright 2010 by Hoya) is for a "K-5" model, NOT the "K-5II". This discrepancy makes me wonder if other details might also be fishy.

I realize that operation of the two cameras is similar if not identical, and I know that the actual K-5II/K-5IIs manual is easily available online. I would just like to know, before I pursue the matter further, whether anyone else has encountered this and whether I should be concerned. For all I know K-5 manuals in K-5II's boxes may be a common occurrence.

Thanks in advance. Any help much appreciated.

Sonny (new member -- please have patience while I learn the ropes)

Electronics Basket isn't an authorized dealer, and while I'm sure that this has happened before, I haven't heard of it happening with the K-5 II. The good news is that the K-5 II and K-5 and basically identical in operation. I think the only difference in the menu is that the K-5 II doesn't have the image comparison feature.

dansamy · 02-02-2014, 08:56 PM

I'll bet that your actual k-5ii manual was removed & sent to a customer. They tossed in the k-5 manual because they had one laying around.

**patrick9** · 02-02-2014, 09:08 PM

I will add welcome to the Forums Sonny

Deedee · 02-03-2014, 07:27 AM

Here you go.

I just use the digital version. You can be happy someone posted it couple of days ago.

Enjoy your stay here at the forum and more importantly enjoy the camera.

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/115-pentax-k-5/249767-just-reference-k-5-...df-manual.html

Cheers!

02-02-2014, 08:48 PM	#1
Sonny16 New Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 1	K-5II - wrong manual?? Greetings. Great site. Thanks to those sharing their experience and knowledge here. I just received a K-5II (body-only) purchased through Amazon (sold by Electronics Basket, fulfilled by Amazon), haven't even had a chance to charge the battery and test it yet. Looks like factory packaging, and all hardware appears new and unused. But... The thing I am concerned about is that the included manual (copyright 2010 by Hoya) is for a "K-5" model, NOT the "K-5II". This discrepancy makes me wonder if other details might also be fishy. I realize that operation of the two cameras is similar if not identical, and I know that the actual K-5II/K-5IIs manual is easily available online. I would just like to know, before I pursue the matter further, whether anyone else has encountered this and whether I should be concerned. For all I know K-5 manuals in K-5II's boxes may be a common occurrence. Thanks in advance. Any help much appreciated. Sonny (new member -- please have patience while I learn the ropes)

02-02-2014, 08:52 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by Sonny16 Greetings. Great site. Thanks to those sharing their experience and knowledge here. I just received a K-5II (body-only) purchased through Amazon (sold by Electronics Basket, fulfilled by Amazon), haven't even had a chance to charge the battery and test it yet. Looks like factory packaging, and all hardware appears new and unused. But... The thing I am concerned about is that the included manual (copyright 2010 by Hoya) is for a "K-5" model, NOT the "K-5II". This discrepancy makes me wonder if other details might also be fishy. I realize that operation of the two cameras is similar if not identical, and I know that the actual K-5II/K-5IIs manual is easily available online. I would just like to know, before I pursue the matter further, whether anyone else has encountered this and whether I should be concerned. For all I know K-5 manuals in K-5II's boxes may be a common occurrence. Thanks in advance. Any help much appreciated. Sonny (new member -- please have patience while I learn the ropes) Electronics Basket isn't an authorized dealer, and while I'm sure that this has happened before, I haven't heard of it happening with the K-5 II. The good news is that the K-5 II and K-5 and basically identical in operation. I think the only difference in the menu is that the K-5 II doesn't have the image comparison feature. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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02-02-2014, 08:56 PM	#3
dansamy Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,450	I'll bet that your actual k-5ii manual was removed & sent to a customer. They tossed in the k-5 manual because they had one laying around.

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patrick9 Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Murfreesboro Tennessee Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,458	I will add welcome to the Forums Sonny

02-03-2014, 07:27 AM	#5
Deedee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2013 Posts: 307	Here you go. I just use the digital version. You can be happy someone posted it couple of days ago. Enjoy your stay here at the forum and more importantly enjoy the camera. https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/115-pentax-k-5/249767-just-reference-k-5-...df-manual.html Cheers!