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eddie1960 · 12-21-2010, 07:53 AM

Originally posted by Biro

DPreview is now just posted its full K-5 review and they concur with Adam:

http://www.*************/reviews/pentaxk5/

Only outscored (barely) in it's class (semi pro) by canon 7d and by the 3 pro cameras they allow comparisons to on score (all 3.5-4 times the price)
7D is now slightly lower priced locally here
Great to see Pentax get recognized by these guys. they are very influential in buying patterns despite what any of us think of them.
the biggest quibble was on the complete system front, and i would have to agree that canikon offer more complete solutions, however they did make special note of the limited series and the ability to use all the old lenses

about time Pentax got such praise

Like them I agree the price will drop soon enough (which is where it will gain on the 7D then)
Now I'm just waiting for the ff version to appear since it is the logical bump from a camera that is very tough to beat (really there isn't much to fix on an evolutionary scale for the next model that i can see with perhaps more effective video controls

velvia · 12-30-2010, 06:54 AM

Adam,
Ive just received my K-5 and I'm working my way through the manual. In the
Pentax Interchangeable Lens manual it states on page 12.
'Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted'
Could you please comment on this, as it conflicts with advice given in your excellent review.

Adam · 12-31-2010, 12:38 PM

You have to release it right before the lens is all the way in - that's the optimal way to do it. If you release it too late, then you have to wiggle the lens a bit to get it to lock.

Lemkes · 03-22-2011, 06:06 AM

And where did the review article on the front page?

kheldour · 04-04-2011, 05:32 AM

Great review, good job!

I already regret, that I don't have the funds right now to get myself a K-5 right away.
But now I know, how to focus my equipment, so when the time comes for the new body, I at least can keep my lenses.

Adam · 08-20-2011, 01:14 PM

The link to the review has changed.

Here is the new link: Pentax K-5 - Review

shadowsonoureyes · 09-07-2011, 02:34 PM

I want one...or two.

babalulma · 10-25-2011, 11:48 PM

Thanks for a very useful review!

Mychael · 10-26-2011, 04:42 AM

It was a good review Adam and as a potential new K-5 owner I really appreciated the setup guide you included.

kshapero · 10-30-2011, 07:03 PM

Great review, really enjoyed it.

Hiimage15 · 11-04-2011, 01:07 PM

Hi Pentax K-5 users! K-5 is Top#7 at 2011 Best Professional DSLR Camera Reviews by ToptenReviews.
Check it out Pentaxians!See the link below:

Professional DSLR 2011 | Best Professional DSLR Digital Camera | Digital SLR Camera for Professionals - TopTenREVIEWS

-Hiimage15

RonHendriks1966 · 11-04-2011, 01:13 PM

Originally posted by Hiimage15

Hi Pentax K-5 users! K-5 is Top#7 at 2011 Best Professional DSLR Camera Reviews by ToptenReviews.
Check it out Pentaxians!See the link below:

Professional DSLR 2011 | Best Professional DSLR Digital Camera | Digital SLR Camera for Professionals - TopTenREVIEWS

-Hiimage15

To be honest, al those ten camera's are great camera's!

selar · 11-15-2011, 01:29 AM

I was holding off buying a K5 till I saw this review. It also came in handy when answering the all important question "What can this camera do, that your half a million other cameras can't do?"

Adam · 11-18-2011, 11:14 PM

Recently overhauled so that everything's not on a single page- enjoy!
Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction

kshapero · 11-30-2011, 04:24 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Recently overhauled so that everything's not on a single page- enjoy!
Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction

Is there anyway to print out this fine review?

12-31-2010, 12:38 PM	#63
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	You have to release it right before the lens is all the way in - that's the optimal way to do it. If you release it too late, then you have to wiggle the lens a bit to get it to lock. 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:

08-20-2011, 01:14 PM	#66
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	The link to the review has changed. Here is the new link: Pentax K-5 - Review 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:

11-04-2011, 01:07 PM	#71
Hiimage15 New Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Shaka Place Posts: 14	2011 Best Professional DSLR Camera Reviews Hi Pentax K-5 users! K-5 is Top#7 at 2011 Best Professional DSLR Camera Reviews by ToptenReviews. Check it out Pentaxians!See the link below: Professional DSLR 2011 \| Best Professional DSLR Digital Camera \| Digital SLR Camera for Professionals - TopTenREVIEWS -Hiimage15

11-18-2011, 11:14 PM	#74
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608 Original Poster	Recently overhauled so that everything's not on a single page- enjoy! Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction 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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12-21-2010, 07:53 AM	#61
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	Originally posted by Biro DPreview is now just posted its full K-5 review and they concur with Adam: http://www.*************/reviews/pentaxk5/ Only outscored (barely) in it's class (semi pro) by canon 7d and by the 3 pro cameras they allow comparisons to on score (all 3.5-4 times the price) 7D is now slightly lower priced locally here Great to see Pentax get recognized by these guys. they are very influential in buying patterns despite what any of us think of them. the biggest quibble was on the complete system front, and i would have to agree that canikon offer more complete solutions, however they did make special note of the limited series and the ability to use all the old lenses about time Pentax got such praise Like them I agree the price will drop soon enough (which is where it will gain on the 7D then) Now I'm just waiting for the ff version to appear since it is the logical bump from a camera that is very tough to beat (really there isn't much to fix on an evolutionary scale for the next model that i can see with perhaps more effective video controls

12-30-2010, 06:54 AM	#62
velvia Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Guildford Posts: 51	Adam, Ive just received my K-5 and I'm working my way through the manual. In the Pentax Interchangeable Lens manual it states on page 12. 'Do not hold down the lens unlock button while mounting the lens, otherwise the lens will not be properly mounted' Could you please comment on this, as it conflicts with advice given in your excellent review.

03-22-2011, 06:06 AM	#64
Lemkes New Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Piter Posts: 13	And where did the review article on the front page?

04-04-2011, 05:32 AM	#65
kheldour Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cologne Photos: Gallery Posts: 306	Great review, good job! I already regret, that I don't have the funds right now to get myself a K-5 right away. But now I know, how to focus my equipment, so when the time comes for the new body, I at least can keep my lenses.

09-07-2011, 02:34 PM	#67
shadowsonoureyes Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: British Columbia Posts: 137	I want one...or two.

10-25-2011, 11:48 PM	#68
babalulma New Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 1	Thanks for a very useful review!

10-26-2011, 04:42 AM	#69
Mychael Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Melbourne,Victoria,Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 215	It was a good review Adam and as a potential new K-5 owner I really appreciated the setup guide you included.

10-30-2011, 07:03 PM	#70
kshapero Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South Florida, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 437	Great review, really enjoyed it.

11-04-2011, 01:13 PM	#72
RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	Originally posted by Hiimage15 Hi Pentax K-5 users! K-5 is Top#7 at 2011 Best Professional DSLR Camera Reviews by ToptenReviews. Check it out Pentaxians!See the link below: Professional DSLR 2011 \| Best Professional DSLR Digital Camera \| Digital SLR Camera for Professionals - TopTenREVIEWS -Hiimage15 To be honest, al those ten camera's are great camera's!

11-15-2011, 01:29 AM	#73
selar Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,042	I was holding off buying a K5 till I saw this review. It also came in handy when answering the all important question "What can this camera do, that your half a million other cameras can't do?"

11-30-2011, 04:24 PM	#75
kshapero Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: South Florida, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 437	Originally posted by Adam Recently overhauled so that everything's not on a single page- enjoy! Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction Is there anyway to print out this fine review?

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