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tele_pathic · 06-26-2013, 02:14 PM

Originally posted by Apapukas

I recommend getting IIs (if you can).

Moire thing is oversaturated, you won't notice it 99% of the time.

If you're using this primarily for weddings, I would advise AGAINST the K-5iis. You'll be photographing drapes and such in the background; you'll be photog'ing A LOT of fabrics. It only makes sense, then, that the chances/probability of moire will increase. And if you catch that perfect moment but it's ruined by moire, you'll be kicking yourself.

Apapukas · 06-27-2013, 08:39 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by tele_pathic

If you're using this primarily for weddings, I would advise AGAINST the K-5iis. You'll be photographing drapes and such in the background; you'll be photog'ing A LOT of fabrics. It only makes sense, then, that the chances/probability of moire will increase. And if you catch that perfect moment but it's ruined by moire, you'll be kicking yourself.

There is truth in your words. BUT in my humble experience, I've found that unless the light is really harsh, moire isn't noticeable.
Also moire is fixable.

MacGreg · 06-27-2013, 08:49 AM

I totally agree about the photographer's capabilities and it is quite sure that I will be tested on that. And not my gear !

But it's quite good to know that my gear gives me certain opportunities and helps my work. From what I see, there is no serious reason not to use a K5 or K5II professionally.

MartinEA · 06-30-2013, 03:29 PM

Been using Pentax for weddings since January and haven't had any issues. I would say the mark 2 does give me better results.

Kraskowski · 08-21-2013, 01:10 PM

i use two pentax k-5 with sigma lenses (10-20/3.5, 30/1.4, 50/1.4, 85/1.4).,

MartinEA · 08-21-2013, 03:35 PM

In fact for fun if you go to my gallery page can you identify which images were taken by a Pentax and which with a Canon 5D Mk2?

As a clue there are 10 images on there since I went Pentax.

Wedding Gallery | MGiddings Wedding Photography

Allison · 08-22-2013, 05:32 PM - **1 Like**

I use a K5 and a IIs for weddings and I shoot at least two of them a month. They work great. The moire thing has really not been an issue, despite all of the fabrics. The improve AF is really great at receptions.

*pentaxkid* · 04-12-2014, 06:46 AM

Originally posted by dinos

Greg i use k5 for my work with no problems!You can check my site!All made with 2 k5's....Gallery | Dinos Cottrell Photography

What lens do you use bro?

dinos · 04-21-2014, 09:00 AM

Originally posted by pentaxkid

What lens do you use bro?

Sorry pentaxkid for the late reply.it's been a while since my last visit here..I use a DA 50-135 with one camera and a Tamron 17-50 2.8 with the other one.sometimes also the FA 31 or the DA 70.i bought recently a super- takumar 50 1.4 which I plan using for some "static" shots..

*pentaxkid* · 06-02-2014, 06:42 AM

Originally posted by dinos

Sorry pentaxkid for the late reply.it's been a while since my last visit here..I use a DA 50-135 with one camera and a Tamron 17-50 2.8 with the other one.sometimes also the FA 31 or the DA 70.i bought recently a super- takumar 50 1.4 which I plan using for some "static" shots..

thanks bro!

06-30-2013, 03:29 PM	#19
MartinEA New Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 14	Wedding With K-5 Been using Pentax for weddings since January and haven't had any issues. I would say the mark 2 does give me better results.

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06-26-2013, 02:14 PM	#16
tele_pathic Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Photos: Albums Posts: 292	Originally posted by Apapukas I recommend getting IIs (if you can). Moire thing is oversaturated, you won't notice it 99% of the time. If you're using this primarily for weddings, I would advise AGAINST the K-5iis. You'll be photographing drapes and such in the background; you'll be photog'ing A LOT of fabrics. It only makes sense, then, that the chances/probability of moire will increase. And if you catch that perfect moment but it's ruined by moire, you'll be kicking yourself.

06-27-2013, 08:39 AM - 1 Like	#17
Apapukas Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Lietuva, Vilnius Posts: 627	Originally posted by tele_pathic If you're using this primarily for weddings, I would advise AGAINST the K-5iis. You'll be photographing drapes and such in the background; you'll be photog'ing A LOT of fabrics. It only makes sense, then, that the chances/probability of moire will increase. And if you catch that perfect moment but it's ruined by moire, you'll be kicking yourself. There is truth in your words. BUT in my humble experience, I've found that unless the light is really harsh, moire isn't noticeable. Also moire is fixable.

06-27-2013, 08:49 AM	#18
MacGreg New Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Greece Posts: 19 Original Poster	I totally agree about the photographer's capabilities and it is quite sure that I will be tested on that. And not my gear ! But it's quite good to know that my gear gives me certain opportunities and helps my work. From what I see, there is no serious reason not to use a K5 or K5II professionally.

08-21-2013, 01:10 PM	#20
Kraskowski New Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Szczecin Photos: Gallery Posts: 3	i use two pentax k-5 with sigma lenses (10-20/3.5, 30/1.4, 50/1.4, 85/1.4).,

08-21-2013, 03:35 PM	#21
MartinEA New Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 14	In fact for fun if you go to my gallery page can you identify which images were taken by a Pentax and which with a Canon 5D Mk2? As a clue there are 10 images on there since I went Pentax. Wedding Gallery \| MGiddings Wedding Photography

08-22-2013, 05:32 PM - 1 Like	#22
Allison Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 667	I use a K5 and a IIs for weddings and I shoot at least two of them a month. They work great. The moire thing has really not been an issue, despite all of the fabrics. The improve AF is really great at receptions.

04-12-2014, 06:46 AM	#23
pentaxkid Marketplace Reseller Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Queensland Photos: Gallery Posts: 104	Originally posted by dinos Greg i use k5 for my work with no problems!You can check my site!All made with 2 k5's....Gallery \| Dinos Cottrell Photography What lens do you use bro?

04-21-2014, 09:00 AM	#24
dinos New Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 20	Originally posted by pentaxkid What lens do you use bro? Sorry pentaxkid for the late reply.it's been a while since my last visit here..I use a DA 50-135 with one camera and a Tamron 17-50 2.8 with the other one.sometimes also the FA 31 or the DA 70.i bought recently a super- takumar 50 1.4 which I plan using for some "static" shots..

06-02-2014, 06:42 AM	#25
pentaxkid Marketplace Reseller Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Queensland Photos: Gallery Posts: 104	Originally posted by dinos Sorry pentaxkid for the late reply.it's been a while since my last visit here..I use a DA 50-135 with one camera and a Tamron 17-50 2.8 with the other one.sometimes also the FA 31 or the DA 70.i bought recently a super- takumar 50 1.4 which I plan using for some "static" shots.. thanks bro!

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