K5 features missing in K5IIs.

Hidrieus · 02-12-2019, 01:11 AM

Hello,
I have recently purchased a K5IIs to complement my K5. I thought that the K5IIs is just like the K5 plus better low light AF performance and better back screen performance under sun light. But to my disappointment the Image Comparison feature of the K5 has been deleted from the K5IIs.
I would like to ask: Is there a list of the features that differ between K5 and K5IIs?
So I can decide which body I will use as my main and which as auxiliary.

**aslyfox** · 02-12-2019, 02:59 AM

have you looked at the camera comparison tool ?

Pentax K-5 vs. Pentax K-5 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com

or the " in depth review "

of the K 5 - Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

of the K 5 II - Pentax K-5 II / IIs Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

**microlight** · 02-12-2019, 03:08 AM

Aside from the upgrade of AF, the main selling point of the K-5IIs was the lack of AA filter on the sensor, giving sharper pictures.

Hidrieus · 02-12-2019, 03:25 AM

Originally posted by aslyfox

have you looked at the camera comparison tool ?

Pentax K-5 vs. Pentax K-5 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com

or the " in depth review "

of the K 5 - Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

of the K 5 II - Pentax K-5 II / IIs Review - Introduction | PentaxForums.com Reviews

I have checked all these but they quote only the main differences not the minor differences. I would expect that the K5IIs official manual would reference in the differences from the K5 but alas not. What I am doing now is comparing the manuals page by page side by side to spot the minor differences. It is frustrating and I take the risk to miss some in the details.

---------- Post added 02-12-19 at 12:30 PM ----------

Originally posted by microlight

Aside from the upgrade of AF, the main selling point of the K-5IIs was the lack of AA filter on the sensor, giving sharper pictures.

Thank you for the reply but the K5 was giving sharp enough images already for me. I have tried to spot a difference in sharpness between K5 and K5IIs but could not find any. On the other hand the improvement in seeing the preview in back screen under sun light is a noticeable improvement. Auto focus in low light is quite better too.

Last edited by Hidrieus; 02-12-2019 at 03:33 AM.

**aslyfox** · 02-12-2019, 03:46 AM

good luck, sorry I can't help but I only had a K 5 II not both

Adam · 02-12-2019, 09:00 AM - **1 Like**

This is the only feature that was taken out, and it's gone on future models as well. However, you can basically get the same effect by scrolling through photos w/ quick zoom in playback mode. That's probably why they took it out.

pid · 02-13-2019, 02:43 AM

Originally posted by Adam

This is the only feature that was taken out, and it's gone on future models as well. However, you can basically get the same effect by scrolling through photos w/ quick zoom in playback mode. That's probably why they took it out.

how do you do it that two pictures are shown near by near?

Adam · 02-13-2019, 12:17 PM

Originally posted by pid

how do you do it that two pictures are shown near by near?

You can't get two pictures on the same screen- you have to scroll between them.

Hidrieus · 02-14-2019, 01:01 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pid

how do you do it that two pictures are shown near by near?

I like the Image Comparison feature. You upload two images in the back screen, decide which part from each you are interested in, synchronize them and zoom in to compare the details side by side in the same screen. This can not be so practical by scrolling back and forth with the front wheel from image to image.

Big Tim · 03-30-2021, 07:03 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Hidrieus

I like the Image Comparison feature. You upload two images in the back screen, decide which part from each you are interested in, synchronize them and zoom in to compare the details side by side in the same screen. This can not be so practical by scrolling back and forth with the front wheel from image to image.

Many, such as myself, agree with you. Do not understand why they would cancel such a useful tool. My thoughts of getting a K5 II, IIS, or even a K3 have been put on hold.

02-12-2019, 01:11 AM	#1
Hidrieus Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 326	K5 features missing in K5IIs. Hello, I have recently purchased a K5IIs to complement my K5. I thought that the K5IIs is just like the K5 plus better low light AF performance and better back screen performance under sun light. But to my disappointment the Image Comparison feature of the K5 has been deleted from the K5IIs. I would like to ask: Is there a list of the features that differ between K5 and K5IIs? So I can decide which body I will use as my main and which as auxiliary.

02-12-2019, 09:00 AM - 1 Like	#6
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	This is the only feature that was taken out, and it's gone on future models as well. However, you can basically get the same effect by scrolling through photos w/ quick zoom in playback mode. That's probably why they took it out. 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:

02-13-2019, 12:17 PM	#8
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Originally posted by pid how do you do it that two pictures are shown near by near? You can't get two pictures on the same screen- you have to scroll between them. 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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02-12-2019, 02:59 AM	#2
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	have you looked at the camera comparison tool ? Pentax K-5 vs. Pentax K-5 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com or the " in depth review " of the K 5 - Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews of the K 5 II - Pentax K-5 II / IIs Review - Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews

02-12-2019, 03:08 AM	#3
microlight Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 2,129	Aside from the upgrade of AF, the main selling point of the K-5IIs was the lack of AA filter on the sensor, giving sharper pictures.

02-12-2019, 03:25 AM	#4
Hidrieus Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 326 Original Poster	Originally posted by aslyfox have you looked at the camera comparison tool ? Pentax K-5 vs. Pentax K-5 II - Pentax Camera Comparison - PentaxForums.com or the " in depth review " of the K 5 - Pentax K-5 Review - Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews of the K 5 II - Pentax K-5 II / IIs Review - Introduction \| PentaxForums.com Reviews I have checked all these but they quote only the main differences not the minor differences. I would expect that the K5IIs official manual would reference in the differences from the K5 but alas not. What I am doing now is comparing the manuals page by page side by side to spot the minor differences. It is frustrating and I take the risk to miss some in the details. ---------- Post added 02-12-19 at 12:30 PM ---------- Originally posted by microlight Aside from the upgrade of AF, the main selling point of the K-5IIs was the lack of AA filter on the sensor, giving sharper pictures. Thank you for the reply but the K5 was giving sharp enough images already for me. I have tried to spot a difference in sharpness between K5 and K5IIs but could not find any. On the other hand the improvement in seeing the preview in back screen under sun light is a noticeable improvement. Auto focus in low light is quite better too. Last edited by Hidrieus; 02-12-2019 at 03:33 AM.

02-12-2019, 03:46 AM	#5
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	good luck, sorry I can't help but I only had a K 5 II not both

02-13-2019, 02:43 AM	#7
pid Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2010 Photos: Gallery Posts: 567	Originally posted by Adam This is the only feature that was taken out, and it's gone on future models as well. However, you can basically get the same effect by scrolling through photos w/ quick zoom in playback mode. That's probably why they took it out. how do you do it that two pictures are shown near by near?

02-14-2019, 01:01 AM - 1 Like	#9
Hidrieus Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Posts: 326 Original Poster	Originally posted by pid how do you do it that two pictures are shown near by near? I like the Image Comparison feature. You upload two images in the back screen, decide which part from each you are interested in, synchronize them and zoom in to compare the details side by side in the same screen. This can not be so practical by scrolling back and forth with the front wheel from image to image.

03-30-2021, 07:03 PM - 2 Likes	#10
Big Tim New Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Maine Posts: 16	Originally posted by Hidrieus I like the Image Comparison feature. You upload two images in the back screen, decide which part from each you are interested in, synchronize them and zoom in to compare the details side by side in the same screen. This can not be so practical by scrolling back and forth with the front wheel from image to image. Many, such as myself, agree with you. Do not understand why they would cancel such a useful tool. My thoughts of getting a K5 II, IIS, or even a K3 have been put on hold.