K3: Backyard Birding

**DDoram** · 11-02-2013, 05:01 PM - **2 Likes**

I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below.

Dale

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Dr_who · 11-02-2013, 05:20 PM

Originally posted by DDoram

I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below.

Dale

Very nice, I really like that 3rd image. Thanks for posting

**NZ_Ross** · 11-02-2013, 05:31 PM

Originally posted by DDoram

The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below.

Thanks for posting the analysis and pictures. You are not helping those of us who are trying to resist the urge to upgrade

**DDoram** · 11-02-2013, 05:33 PM

Thanks. Yes the K3 appears to be a nice upgrade from an already good K5IIs.

Dale

**Ex Finn.** · 11-02-2013, 05:36 PM

Yes, thank`s for posting. My wallet might have to take a hit.

**NZ_Ross** · 11-02-2013, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by Ex Finn.

Yes, thank`s for posting. My wallet might have to take a hit.

That has become my concern for my own wallet too

scole · 11-02-2013, 05:48 PM

What settings are you using for birding with your K-3? Thanks!

Steve

jaad75 · 11-02-2013, 05:48 PM

Are these pictures 100% crops?

**DDoram** · 11-02-2013, 07:37 PM

These pictures were cropped slightly but not 100%. I was shooting in TAv mode with 9 point expanded AF in AFC.

Dale

**jpzk** · 11-02-2013, 08:20 PM

Originally posted by DDoram

I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below.

Dale

Congrats on your new K3 and nice pics of the jay in there.

I suggest to post "sample" K3 shots here:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/172-pentax-k-3/241198-k3-sample-shots-post-here.html

Cheers!

JP

Tomkr · 11-03-2013, 03:17 AM

Great picture of the jay, by all reports it is worth the upgrade.
Have just ordered the k3, will let you know how it goes

Tomkr

**Mutters** · 11-03-2013, 03:41 AM

Originally posted by DDoram

I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below.

Dale

When we see pictures like this, in the early days of release, it augers well for the future.

Thanks Dale, they are a lovely set, and with AF-C!

AB

**DDoram** · 11-03-2013, 05:35 AM

Thanks AB

Dale

11-02-2013, 05:01 PM - 2 Likes	#1
DDoram Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Canada Posts: 632	K3: Backyard Birding I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below. Dale Attached Images

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11-02-2013, 05:20 PM	#2
Dr_who Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 777	Originally posted by DDoram I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below. Dale Very nice, I really like that 3rd image. Thanks for posting

11-02-2013, 05:31 PM	#3
NZ_Ross Kiwi Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Timaru Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,225	Originally posted by DDoram The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below. Thanks for posting the analysis and pictures. You are not helping those of us who are trying to resist the urge to upgrade

11-02-2013, 05:33 PM	#4
DDoram Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Canada Posts: 632 Original Poster	Thanks. Yes the K3 appears to be a nice upgrade from an already good K5IIs. Dale

11-02-2013, 05:36 PM	#5
Ex Finn. Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southern Maryland. Espoo. Kouvola. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,975	Yes, thank`s for posting. My wallet might have to take a hit.

11-02-2013, 05:46 PM	#6
NZ_Ross Kiwi Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Timaru Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,225	Originally posted by Ex Finn. Yes, thank`s for posting. My wallet might have to take a hit. That has become my concern for my own wallet too

11-02-2013, 05:48 PM	#7
scole Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 216	What settings are you using for birding with your K-3? Thanks! Steve

11-02-2013, 05:48 PM	#8
jaad75 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cracow Posts: 457	Are these pictures 100% crops?

11-02-2013, 07:37 PM	#9
DDoram Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Canada Posts: 632 Original Poster	These pictures were cropped slightly but not 100%. I was shooting in TAv mode with 9 point expanded AF in AFC. Dale

11-02-2013, 08:20 PM	#10
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by DDoram I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below. Dale Congrats on your new K3 and nice pics of the jay in there. I suggest to post "sample" K3 shots here: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/172-pentax-k-3/241198-k3-sample-shots-post-here.html Cheers! JP

11-03-2013, 03:17 AM	#11
Tomkr New Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Beachmere Queensland Posts: 3	Great picture of the jay, by all reports it is worth the upgrade. Have just ordered the k3, will let you know how it goes Tomkr

11-03-2013, 03:41 AM	#12
Mutters Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 263	Originally posted by DDoram I used the K3 and Tamron 300 f2.8 AF for some birding in my backyard. We have a feeder set up with peanuts and the blue jays really love this. The Tamron definitely snaps into focus much easier than with my K5IIs as I have found AF challenging in the past with this lens. The increased buffer is great and really provides more freedom when shooting. Having 24 MP to play with also helps when cropping. I am going to like this camera. Some example pictures below. Dale When we see pictures like this, in the early days of release, it augers well for the future. Thanks Dale, they are a lovely set, and with AF-C! AB

11-03-2013, 05:35 AM	#13
DDoram Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Canada Posts: 632 Original Poster	Thanks AB Dale