K-5 II and K-5 IIs Pricing

**merengue** · 11-04-2012, 10:34 AM

I am a happy K-5 user and might change to the newer version, but I am confused. The K-5 IIs costs more than the K-5 II and the only difference is it has less hardware, a filter. This is a case of where you can pay more for less. If there is a risk for moiré, than one should pay less. If the K-5 IIs has no risk, why produce the K-5 II with a lower price? I know there is no logical answer but a little conversation might be interesting.

Earl

rockmaster1964 · 11-04-2012, 10:37 AM

The k-5IIs has higher resolution pictures.

DonDouglas · 11-04-2012, 10:53 AM

Number of units produced is lower.

normhead · 11-04-2012, 11:18 AM

Originally posted by DonDouglas

Number of units produced is lower.

Pentax has been surprised by the demand for the K-5 IIs, I'm wondering if in the end that will be the case.

Adam · 11-04-2012, 11:22 AM

Originally posted by normhead

Pentax has been surprised by the demand for the K-5 IIs, I'm wondering if in the end that will be the case.

As launch, it's clear that more IIs's than II's will sell, because the IIs is a more compelling upgrade for current K-5 users than the II. Considering that the K-5 is $400 cheaper than the II right now, I don't think II sales will pick up until all K-5's are sold out.

BTW, regarding pricing, I'm sure that there will be some great deals come black friday...

Docrwm · 11-04-2012, 12:58 PM

Originally posted by Adam

As launch, it's clear that more IIs's than II's will sell, because the IIs is a more compelling upgrade for current K-5 users than the II. Considering that the K-5 is $400 cheaper than the II right now, I don't think II sales will pick up until all K-5's are sold out.

BTW, regarding pricing, I'm sure that there will be some great deals come black friday...

Ah, Friday, November 23rd

Just in time for my son's birthday!

11-04-2012, 10:34 AM	#1
merengue Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 117	K-5 II and K-5 IIs Pricing I am a happy K-5 user and might change to the newer version, but I am confused. The K-5 IIs costs more than the K-5 II and the only difference is it has less hardware, a filter. This is a case of where you can pay more for less. If there is a risk for moiré, than one should pay less. If the K-5 IIs has no risk, why produce the K-5 II with a lower price? I know there is no logical answer but a little conversation might be interesting. Earl

11-04-2012, 11:22 AM	#5
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Originally posted by normhead Pentax has been surprised by the demand for the K-5 IIs, I'm wondering if in the end that will be the case. As launch, it's clear that more IIs's than II's will sell, because the IIs is a more compelling upgrade for current K-5 users than the II. Considering that the K-5 is $400 cheaper than the II right now, I don't think II sales will pick up until all K-5's are sold out. BTW, regarding pricing, I'm sure that there will be some great deals come black friday... 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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11-04-2012, 10:37 AM	#2
rockmaster1964 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Frisco Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 382	The k-5IIs has higher resolution pictures.

11-04-2012, 10:53 AM	#3
DonDouglas Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Germany Posts: 61	Number of units produced is lower.

11-04-2012, 11:18 AM	#4
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Originally posted by DonDouglas Number of units produced is lower. Pentax has been surprised by the demand for the K-5 IIs, I'm wondering if in the end that will be the case.

11-04-2012, 12:58 PM	#6
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by Adam As launch, it's clear that more IIs's than II's will sell, because the IIs is a more compelling upgrade for current K-5 users than the II. Considering that the K-5 is $400 cheaper than the II right now, I don't think II sales will pick up until all K-5's are sold out. BTW, regarding pricing, I'm sure that there will be some great deals come black friday... Ah, Friday, November 23rd Just in time for my son's birthday!