Originally posted by jatrax Here is what the k-5 still has as an advantage:
1) faster FPS burst
2) metal body
3) top lcd
4) a few more dedicated buttons
5) faster shutter speed 1/8000
6) wider EV compensation
7) provision for battery grip
8) 14 bit RAW
9) 80 - 51200 ISO
10) expanded bracketing choices
11) expanded user modes
12) wired remote port
I hope you don't mind me updating this list a little
1) faster FPS burst
2) metal body
3) top lcd
4) a few more dedicated buttons
(eg separate AF and AE-L, AF number of points selection switch)
5) faster shutter speed 1/8000
6) wider EV compensation
7) provision for battery grip
8) 14 bit RAW
9) 80 - 51200 ISO
10) expanded bracketing choices
11) expanded user modes (5 vs 2)
12) wired remote port
12) much longer battery life (~450 shots vs 1,000+)
13) HDMI out
14) microphone jack
15) DOF on the on/off switch
16) much deeper RAW buffer