[Spock]

Is it just me, or is there an annoying stakkato noise when focussing despite the loud water? Or is this noise from something else?

Hmm, you're right. I ignored the noise as I thought it was coming from something other than the camera - but I guess it could be something to do with the focussing.

[cwing]

I agree it's probably focusing of the camera. I do wish the K-5 had autofocusing since it is convenient, but then again it's a dSLR and not a video camera. I wonder though if a firmware update could enable it...hmmm

[donallison13]

I'd go with the D7000 if it were me at this moment; however, the day they come out with a good working copy of the K5 in citron yellow, I'm pulling the trigger. Won't that be a cool camera to lug around.

[Anth.M]

I wouldn't even worry about shutter life. It's doubtful you'll reach 100K clicks on the shutter (unless you shoot in your sleep )

I just bought a K-5 on Monday with a 40/2.8...after having a canon 50D (that i bought in june last year..too many noise and slow AF issues on mine). Nonetheless, the k-5 is simply amazing. the amount of in camera tweaking you can do is unparalleled, and matched with the DA* AND FA limiteds...it can compete with the "pro" DSLRs by the other manufactures.

And yes, even though nikon and canon etc have more lenses...but, i don't care, you only need like 3-4 "premium" lenses (DA*, FA), you DON'T need 87 different lenses...that's just silly!

I HAVEN'T had any of those ill-fated AF issues, Low-light focusing issues, sensor stains, external/wireless flash issues, or anything. I'll provide the link below to my flickr page where i did some tests shots and you guys can suss it out.

Don't hesitate. Buy it and love it

& quite possibly the most underrated camera in the past...decade?

dooooooo it!

suss it: K-5 Test - a set on Flickr