I Hope I Like It

BigCTM · 10-16-2015, 12:07 PM

I have always wanted a Pentax DSLR and honestly planned on getting the K3 deal at Adorama. I was browsing the web today and ran across an open box K5ii with the 18-135 WR lens at Crutchfield for $499 total. I pulled the trigger since I really wanted the 18-135 lens and it comes with a full warranty. Obviously the K3 will be improved but the K5ii is no slouch either based on the reviews I have read in the past. Cannot wait to try it out...

**sergysergy** · 10-16-2015, 12:18 PM

That's a great deal. I am sure you will love the camera.

Adam · 10-16-2015, 12:57 PM

Originally posted by BigCTM

I have always wanted a Pentax DSLR and honestly planned on getting the K3 deal at Adorama. I was browsing the web today and ran across an open box K5ii with the 18-135 WR lens at Crutchfield for $499 total. I pulled the trigger since I really wanted the 18-135 lens and it comes with a full warranty. Obviously the K3 will be improved but the K5ii is no slouch either based on the reviews I have read in the past. Cannot wait to try it out...

Wow, that's almost like getting the camera for free. Great find!

**david94903** · 10-16-2015, 12:58 PM

I'm sure you'll love it. It's an excellent camera and it pairs well with the 18-135.

jeff knight · 10-16-2015, 12:59 PM

You did an intelligent good thing. You got a great deal and should have no regrets. Bravo!

zzeitg · 10-16-2015, 01:24 PM

Congrats, good deal and good decision.

troika · 10-16-2015, 01:29 PM

Yep. Unless you really felt like you needed the extra pixels, you made the right call. That's exactly my kit and I'm still growing into it after 3 years.

12345 · 10-16-2015, 02:38 PM

Congrats the k-5ii is a wonderful camera and the 18-135 is a great lens too!

MartinMcFly · 10-16-2015, 03:42 PM

That's my combination and it takes excellent pictures when used correctly (in other words, get to know your camera). The 18-135mm hardly ever comes off my camera. It's a fantastic all purpose lens which I use for shooting portraits to scenery and everything in between.

timb64 · 10-16-2015, 04:16 PM

Great deal,enjoy!

BigCTM · 10-20-2015, 05:37 PM

Received the camera today...It only has a shutter count of 240 and looks as good as new. It fits my large hands like a glove. I have just fired a few shots around the house but really liking it so far. This thing can focus almost in complete darkness and never gives up like I am used to seeing with other cameras. I honestly have never had a camera like this with so many controls without going into menus. Got a lot to learn for sure...

12345 · 10-20-2015, 06:37 PM

That's the mark of a more "professional" camera, when it gives you more easy access controls, without having to dig down in the menus.

10-16-2015, 12:07 PM	#1
BigCTM Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cordova, TN Photos: Albums Posts: 64	I Hope I Like It I have always wanted a Pentax DSLR and honestly planned on getting the K3 deal at Adorama. I was browsing the web today and ran across an open box K5ii with the 18-135 WR lens at Crutchfield for $499 total. I pulled the trigger since I really wanted the 18-135 lens and it comes with a full warranty. Obviously the K3 will be improved but the K5ii is no slouch either based on the reviews I have read in the past. Cannot wait to try it out...

10-16-2015, 12:57 PM	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by BigCTM I have always wanted a Pentax DSLR and honestly planned on getting the K3 deal at Adorama. I was browsing the web today and ran across an open box K5ii with the 18-135 WR lens at Crutchfield for $499 total. I pulled the trigger since I really wanted the 18-135 lens and it comes with a full warranty. Obviously the K3 will be improved but the K5ii is no slouch either based on the reviews I have read in the past. Cannot wait to try it out... Wow, that's almost like getting the camera for free. Great find! 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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sergysergy Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,170	That's a great deal. I am sure you will love the camera.

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10-16-2015, 12:59 PM	#5
jeff knight Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pacific Northwest USA Posts: 261	You did an intelligent good thing. You got a great deal and should have no regrets. Bravo!

10-16-2015, 01:24 PM	#6
zzeitg Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: South Bohemia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,017	Congrats, good deal and good decision.

10-16-2015, 01:29 PM	#7
troika Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Seattle, WA USA Posts: 1,753	Yep. Unless you really felt like you needed the extra pixels, you made the right call. That's exactly my kit and I'm still growing into it after 3 years.

10-16-2015, 02:38 PM	#8
12345 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 520	Congrats the k-5ii is a wonderful camera and the 18-135 is a great lens too!

10-16-2015, 03:42 PM	#9
MartinMcFly New Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Posts: 21	That's my combination and it takes excellent pictures when used correctly (in other words, get to know your camera). The 18-135mm hardly ever comes off my camera. It's a fantastic all purpose lens which I use for shooting portraits to scenery and everything in between.

10-16-2015, 04:16 PM	#10
timb64 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: /Situation : Doing my best to avoid idiots! Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,510	Great deal,enjoy!

10-20-2015, 05:37 PM	#11
BigCTM Forum Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cordova, TN Photos: Albums Posts: 64 Original Poster	Received the camera today...It only has a shutter count of 240 and looks as good as new. It fits my large hands like a glove. I have just fired a few shots around the house but really liking it so far. This thing can focus almost in complete darkness and never gives up like I am used to seeing with other cameras. I honestly have never had a camera like this with so many controls without going into menus. Got a lot to learn for sure...

10-20-2015, 06:37 PM	#12
12345 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 520	That's the mark of a more "professional" camera, when it gives you more easy access controls, without having to dig down in the menus.

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