Originally posted by xfloggingkylex
They couldn't change the name, in fact I am surprised they are even trying to add a MkII title to it if the only thing changed is the AF system.
Compare this to the 5D and the 5D MkII. Canon's MkII came with:
Higher MP sensor
New Processor
Higher ISO
More focus points (61 vs 9)
Larger LCD (and resolution to match)
Better viewfinder coverage
Higher continuous drive
Larger exposure compensation
Larger AE bracketing
Obviously, some of those things the K-5 can't improve upon like viewfinder coverage. The fact is that while the K-5MkII is an upgrade, it is just barely an upgrade and everyone saying "cant get better than perfect" are fanboys. There is always room to improve even if it is on the lesser used features like 1 billion ISO or recording FPS.
Unless the new AF is absolutely incredible, this is is a pretty big letdown in my mind.
That said, i have been holding out for the new flagship (using a K10D) but again, unless the new AF is fantastic I will likely save the money and just get a used K5 while I wait for a real upgrade.
Strange comparison, the 5D was released in 2005 and in production for what, 4 or 5 years?
Call me whatever you like but the AFsystem seems to be completely overhauled and I quote:
Quote: "a newly developed SAFOX X AF sensor that delivers the broadest autofocusing EV
range (-3 EV to +18 EV) in its class. especially when working in low light
conditions. The camera’s new, highly sensitive AF sensor enables photographers
to work with a luminous flux based on F2.8 levels in addition to F5.6, which
increases the AF accuracy when using fast lenses. The AF sensor also includes an
upgraded AF algorithm as well as the Select-Area Expansion feature, which
automatically tracks the subject when it deviates from a pre-assigned selection
point, by assessing data from neighboring sensors.
"
In layman`s terms, that is 2 stops more than any other sonysensor out there. It means the AF will work in circumstances less than full moon. Even the big boys don`t have this kind of sensitivity so it looks (on paper) quite revolutionairy. And yes, I do agree on you with the video, the processor and the lack of focuspeaking but this is not just a minor upgrade. People have been complaining about the AFsystem for a long time and now that Pentax came through on several major points (allthough not proven yet) you and a lot of other guys still say it`s not enough. Tell me, when will it be enough? When you guys get a 645d with 1DS specs for the price of a K30?
With every release Pentax has made some people here tend to get negative, no problem with that except it is usually blown up out of proportion and seems to be contagious to others, creating a downward spiral on these forums.
Oh, and not trying to offend you but I wonder if you allready reached the limits of your K10d? If so, why wait for the next flagshipmodel to arrive so long if your old camera is holding you back? Even the K20d is a major upgrade over the K10d.
* Disclaimer: I understand the need and frustration for some advanced or pro-shooters.