K-5 vs K-r vs K-7 - DSLR Comparison

ogl · 11-18-2010, 01:45 AM

Change, please, the buffer size for K-5 with new firmware.

**jpzk** · 11-25-2010, 08:11 AM

Originally posted by ogl

Change, please, the buffer size for K-5 with new firmware.

Is this what you were looking for:

Firmware 1.01 now available for download! posted on 11-18-10 in Pentax News
Pentax has recently launched the rumored firmware update for the K-5 on their Japanese web site. The download is available to all K-5 users:

Download Pentax K-5 Firmware v1.01 for Windows
Download Pentax K-5 Firmware v1.01 for Mac
This update increases the K-5's continuous shooting buffer for RAW files from 8 to up to 22 frames. It also introduces minor stability fixes.

Read more at: The Largest Pentax Camera & Photography Forum - Pentax News & Rumors - PentaxForums.com Home

Or did you want a still larger buffer size?

JP

oscar_s · 12-02-2010, 12:08 PM

typo on HD video resolution for the K-5, should be 1920x1080, not 1960x1080

cjas · 12-28-2010, 02:44 AM

Hi I currently have a Pentax K100D and am thinking of upgrading to the K-r but not sure I should go all the way to the K-5. Any suggestions about the differences and whether the K5 is worth almost double the Kr - i am a uni lecturer in Medieval History and one of the features of the K100D i used a lot was the museum mode and not sure this is on the K5 but appears to be on the Kr. Would appreciate any comments, I am a good amateur Chris (Australia)

crannogman · 12-28-2010, 05:24 AM

Originally posted by cjas

Hi I currently have a Pentax K100D and am thinking of upgrading to the K-r but not sure I should go all the way to the K-5. Any suggestions about the differences and whether the K5 is worth almost double the Kr - i am a uni lecturer in Medieval History and one of the features of the K100D i used a lot was the museum mode and not sure this is on the K5 but appears to be on the Kr. Would appreciate any comments, I am a good amateur Chris (Australia)

I'm not sure what museum mode entails but I would mainly guess it corrects the white balance for indoor shots and runs a higher ISO? All this can easily be done with either camera in manual mode anyway. As an archaeologist, I have a K7 (bought a few months before I heard about the K5!?) so I like the weather-proofing and build quality as I always seem to be banging around somewhere wet & rainy. Prevalent wisdom says buy a decent body and spend more on good lenses as the bodies are constantly changing. The K5 has a higher burst rate so if you're serious about shooting wildlife for example, that's a plus. The higher pixels won't make a huge difference unless you are doing big enlargements and I find the K7 has a fair bit of noise past ISO 200 but I always underexpose a bit so no wonder. There is actually a 'used' K5 on ebay in Australia at the moment but don't know if it is a 'deal' or not? cheers there...

TricitheDici · 02-01-2011, 03:02 PM

Good afternoon any and all. I have recently begun the process of researching to upgrade my body. I am looking at either the K-7 or possibly the K-5. Is the K-5 really worth almost twice the price? Any feedback welcome.

cwing · 02-28-2011, 01:08 PM

Originally posted by TricitheDici

Good afternoon any and all. I have recently begun the process of researching to upgrade my body. I am looking at either the K-7 or possibly the K-5. Is the K-5 really worth almost twice the price? Any feedback welcome.

K-5 if you can afford it otherwise K-x and K-r and get some good glass. I love having the option of shooting high ISO with good performance. K-7 easily gets beat by the ones I mentioned.

galumay · 03-29-2011, 01:43 AM

Also considering the K5/K7 with a 50mm f1.4 prime, so it would be better to get the K-x or K-R rather than the K7 if I dont get the K5? (if that makes sense!)

cwing · 03-30-2011, 03:23 PM

Unless you need the weather-sealed body of the K-7, I'd chose the K-x and K-r without a doubt for better high iso performance and more bang for your buck. You can still get a 50mm f1.4 prime for those bodies...For the same price as a used K-7 say around $650-700, you can get a K-r 2 lens kit with the 18-55mm and 50-200mm for around $700 on Adorama, B&H and Amazon.

dekao · 06-19-2011, 10:02 AM

Hello guys!
I have wondered whether to upgrade from my K-x to K-5 or not... read read, comparison... a LOT of research.
I just got my K-5 and wow... its incomparable. Not just IQ, in my opinion is way better, but the full aspect, what a camera! I totally recommend for those stuck on this question, like i was.

goodpics · 07-21-2011, 12:58 PM - **1 Like**

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JHD · 07-24-2011, 08:24 PM

K-5 purchase indefinitely postponed - too many issues... And now the schizophrenic mirror flop issue - not to mention the clueless manner in which Pentax is handling it - has sacked my confidence in this camera once and for all.

I'll stick with my reliable workhorse, the K-7.

Biro · 08-09-2011, 01:20 PM

Originally posted by JHD

K-5 purchase indefinitely postponed - too many issues... And now the schizophrenic mirror flop issue - not to mention the clueless manner in which Pentax is handling it - has sacked my confidence in this camera once and for all.

I'll stick with my reliable workhorse, the K-7.

A lot of happy K-5 owners will disagree with you - and with me, because I also decided to put off purchasing the K-5 for the very same reason. I've been picking up a few lenses instead - I recently added the DA 21mm Limited and the D FA macro 100mm to my kit, which is fairly extensive already. Either a DA 70 or DA 15 may be next. But I wonder... given the relative reliability of the K-7 and the fact that I can pick up a left-over body from B&H for $799 (the three-year extended Pentax warranty for the K-7 is only $9.99!) I wonder if it might make a decent replacement or supplement for my K200D for a while?

Many complain about the K-7's high ISO performance... but is it better, worse or the same as the K200D at 1600? And how much better is the autofocus performance over the K200D? And how much better is AF with the K-5 vs. the K-7?

Adam · 08-13-2011, 03:10 PM

Originally posted by Biro

A lot of happy K-5 owners will disagree with you - and with me, because I also decided to put off purchasing the K-5 for the very same reason. I've been picking up a few lenses instead - I recently added the DA 21mm Limited and the D FA macro 100mm to my kit, which is fairly extensive already. Either a DA 70 or DA 15 may be next. But I wonder... given the relative reliability of the K-7 and the fact that I can pick up a left-over body from B&H for $799 (the three-year extended Pentax warranty for the K-7 is only $9.99!) I wonder if it might make a decent replacement or supplement for my K200D for a while?

Many complain about the K-7's high ISO performance... but is it better, worse or the same as the K200D at 1600? And how much better is the autofocus performance over the K200D? And how much better is AF with the K-5 vs. the K-7?

The K200D should have slightly better high-iso performance as it's got a CCD, but its resolution is also lower...

AF performance should be the same as that of the K-7.

jonn46 · 09-29-2011, 05:26 PM

Hi All

I know it has been beat around but I am not sure which route to take. I am upgrading from a K10 to either a K7 or K5. I can get a good deal on the 7 but am still considering the 5. To be honest the 5 is a stretch financially. I know people have said go with the KX or KR but I definitely need weather proofing. As well I need a camera that can take good pics inside at martial arts tournaments. I know this is where the K5 shines but I have a fast lens and can get away with fairly decent speeds at ISO 800. I guess my question would be is there enough of a difference in picture quality in the 5 at ISO 800 or 1600 to warrant spending the extra?

Tks
John

08-13-2011, 03:10 PM	#29
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594 Original Poster	Originally posted by Biro A lot of happy K-5 owners will disagree with you - and with me, because I also decided to put off purchasing the K-5 for the very same reason. I've been picking up a few lenses instead - I recently added the DA 21mm Limited and the D FA macro 100mm to my kit, which is fairly extensive already. Either a DA 70 or DA 15 may be next. But I wonder... given the relative reliability of the K-7 and the fact that I can pick up a left-over body from B&H for $799 (the three-year extended Pentax warranty for the K-7 is only $9.99!) I wonder if it might make a decent replacement or supplement for my K200D for a while? Many complain about the K-7's high ISO performance... but is it better, worse or the same as the K200D at 1600? And how much better is the autofocus performance over the K200D? And how much better is AF with the K-5 vs. the K-7? The K200D should have slightly better high-iso performance as it's got a CCD, but its resolution is also lower... AF performance should be the same as that of the K-7. 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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11-18-2010, 01:45 AM	#16
ogl Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sankt Peterburg Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,382	Change, please, the buffer size for K-5 with new firmware.

11-25-2010, 08:11 AM	#17
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by ogl Change, please, the buffer size for K-5 with new firmware. Is this what you were looking for: Firmware 1.01 now available for download! posted on 11-18-10 in Pentax News Pentax has recently launched the rumored firmware update for the K-5 on their Japanese web site. The download is available to all K-5 users: Download Pentax K-5 Firmware v1.01 for Windows Download Pentax K-5 Firmware v1.01 for Mac This update increases the K-5's continuous shooting buffer for RAW files from 8 to up to 22 frames. It also introduces minor stability fixes. Read more at: The Largest Pentax Camera & Photography Forum - Pentax News & Rumors - PentaxForums.com Home Or did you want a still larger buffer size? JP

12-02-2010, 12:08 PM	#18
oscar_s New Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Södertälje, Sweden Posts: 6	typo on HD video resolution for the K-5, should be 1920x1080, not 1960x1080

12-28-2010, 02:44 AM	#19
cjas Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Melbourne Posts: 9	Hi I currently have a Pentax K100D and am thinking of upgrading to the K-r but not sure I should go all the way to the K-5. Any suggestions about the differences and whether the K5 is worth almost double the Kr - i am a uni lecturer in Medieval History and one of the features of the K100D i used a lot was the museum mode and not sure this is on the K5 but appears to be on the Kr. Would appreciate any comments, I am a good amateur Chris (Australia)

12-28-2010, 05:24 AM	#20
crannogman New Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: East Midlands Posts: 3	Originally posted by cjas Hi I currently have a Pentax K100D and am thinking of upgrading to the K-r but not sure I should go all the way to the K-5. Any suggestions about the differences and whether the K5 is worth almost double the Kr - i am a uni lecturer in Medieval History and one of the features of the K100D i used a lot was the museum mode and not sure this is on the K5 but appears to be on the Kr. Would appreciate any comments, I am a good amateur Chris (Australia) I'm not sure what museum mode entails but I would mainly guess it corrects the white balance for indoor shots and runs a higher ISO? All this can easily be done with either camera in manual mode anyway. As an archaeologist, I have a K7 (bought a few months before I heard about the K5!?) so I like the weather-proofing and build quality as I always seem to be banging around somewhere wet & rainy. Prevalent wisdom says buy a decent body and spend more on good lenses as the bodies are constantly changing. The K5 has a higher burst rate so if you're serious about shooting wildlife for example, that's a plus. The higher pixels won't make a huge difference unless you are doing big enlargements and I find the K7 has a fair bit of noise past ISO 200 but I always underexpose a bit so no wonder. There is actually a 'used' K5 on ebay in Australia at the moment but don't know if it is a 'deal' or not? cheers there...

02-01-2011, 03:02 PM	#21
TricitheDici New Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Spring, Texas Posts: 1	Good afternoon any and all. I have recently begun the process of researching to upgrade my body. I am looking at either the K-7 or possibly the K-5. Is the K-5 really worth almost twice the price? Any feedback welcome.

02-28-2011, 01:08 PM	#22
cwing Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 128	Originally posted by TricitheDici Good afternoon any and all. I have recently begun the process of researching to upgrade my body. I am looking at either the K-7 or possibly the K-5. Is the K-5 really worth almost twice the price? Any feedback welcome. K-5 if you can afford it otherwise K-x and K-r and get some good glass. I love having the option of shooting high ISO with good performance. K-7 easily gets beat by the ones I mentioned.

03-29-2011, 01:43 AM	#23
galumay New Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: nhulunbuy Posts: 2	Also considering the K5/K7 with a 50mm f1.4 prime, so it would be better to get the K-x or K-R rather than the K7 if I dont get the K5? (if that makes sense!)

03-30-2011, 03:23 PM	#24
cwing Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 128	Unless you need the weather-sealed body of the K-7, I'd chose the K-x and K-r without a doubt for better high iso performance and more bang for your buck. You can still get a 50mm f1.4 prime for those bodies...For the same price as a used K-7 say around $650-700, you can get a K-r 2 lens kit with the 18-55mm and 50-200mm for around $700 on Adorama, B&H and Amazon.

06-19-2011, 10:02 AM	#25
dekao Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Kraków - Poland Posts: 42	Hello guys! I have wondered whether to upgrade from my K-x to K-5 or not... read read, comparison... a LOT of research. I just got my K-5 and wow... its incomparable. Not just IQ, in my opinion is way better, but the full aspect, what a camera! I totally recommend for those stuck on this question, like i was.

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07-24-2011, 08:24 PM	#27
JHD Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Photos: Albums Posts: 1,406	K-5 purchase indefinitely postponed - too many issues... And now the schizophrenic mirror flop issue - not to mention the clueless manner in which Pentax is handling it - has sacked my confidence in this camera once and for all. I'll stick with my reliable workhorse, the K-7.

08-09-2011, 01:20 PM	#28
Biro Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,200	Originally posted by JHD K-5 purchase indefinitely postponed - too many issues... And now the schizophrenic mirror flop issue - not to mention the clueless manner in which Pentax is handling it - has sacked my confidence in this camera once and for all. I'll stick with my reliable workhorse, the K-7. A lot of happy K-5 owners will disagree with you - and with me, because I also decided to put off purchasing the K-5 for the very same reason. I've been picking up a few lenses instead - I recently added the DA 21mm Limited and the D FA macro 100mm to my kit, which is fairly extensive already. Either a DA 70 or DA 15 may be next. But I wonder... given the relative reliability of the K-7 and the fact that I can pick up a left-over body from B&H for $799 (the three-year extended Pentax warranty for the K-7 is only $9.99!) I wonder if it might make a decent replacement or supplement for my K200D for a while? Many complain about the K-7's high ISO performance... but is it better, worse or the same as the K200D at 1600? And how much better is the autofocus performance over the K200D? And how much better is AF with the K-5 vs. the K-7?

09-29-2011, 05:26 PM	#30
jonn46 New Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New Brunswick Posts: 15	Hi All I know it has been beat around but I am not sure which route to take. I am upgrading from a K10 to either a K7 or K5. I can get a good deal on the 7 but am still considering the 5. To be honest the 5 is a stretch financially. I know people have said go with the KX or KR but I definitely need weather proofing. As well I need a camera that can take good pics inside at martial arts tournaments. I know this is where the K5 shines but I have a fast lens and can get away with fairly decent speeds at ISO 800. I guess my question would be is there enough of a difference in picture quality in the 5 at ISO 800 or 1600 to warrant spending the extra? Tks John