K-x? K-r?

**Just1MoreDave** · 12-14-2011, 09:57 AM

Originally posted by hman

Thanks all for your input! Still not sure which way to go, unless I change every light bulb in the house to CFL!

Then take all the packages, add up the cost savings claimed on them, and use that for a camera budget!

**hman** · 12-14-2011, 10:01 AM

Actually, Dave, I am attempting to sell a great CD collection (Live at the World Cafe, vol, 1-23) on ebay to fund whatever I buy...but your idea makes sense to create justification for the purchase!

samaki · 12-20-2011, 03:43 PM

Originally posted by Adam

Despite those issues I would still go for the K-r as it's got a nicer screen and better overall performance, especially now that it's being discontinued.

But the choices for a new k-r are narrowing and the price is going up. Any idea of when its replacement will come in?

**hman** · 12-22-2011, 11:27 AM

I pulled the trigger and got a K-x from a forum member, and am awaiting its arrival. Thanks for all of the input, suggestions and recommendations.

Mass. Wine Guy · 12-26-2011, 07:19 PM

Originally posted by hman

I pulled the trigger and got a K-x from a forum member, and am awaiting its arrival. Thanks for all of the input, suggestions and recommendations.

Let us know how you like the K-x.

**hman** · 01-06-2012, 11:18 AM

K-x arrived, like brand new. MUCH more comfortable to hold than K100D due its smaller size and lighter weight. LOTS to learn with new menu structure and more options. One thing I will miss is the inability to use wired remote control. More to come...thanks for all of your thoughts and suggestions.

GerryL · 01-07-2012, 06:31 AM

Congrats on the Kx purchase!
I too have the K100DS but am still very satisfied with its performance that I haven't really considered hard on upgrading yet!
The K100DS is a gem and if ever I will upgrade, I will still decide to keep it. I think the K100DS is one of those Pentax collectable camera.
I'm actually thinking of buying an *istD too for its TTL capability for my TTL flashes macro or otherwise.. =)

GibbyTheMole · 01-07-2012, 09:44 AM

Originally posted by GerryL

I too have the K100DS but am still very satisfied with its performance that I haven't really considered hard on upgrading yet!
The K100DS is a gem and if ever I will upgrade, I will still decide to keep it. I think the K100DS is one of those Pentax collectable camera.
I'm actually thinking of buying an *istD too for its TTL capability for my TTL flashes macro or otherwise..

Yep. I have bother the K-x and the K100D & as much as I love the K-x for it's great high ISO performance, I still use the heck out of the K100D for daylight shooting. I'd say both of my cameras get about equal use. Just because it's "obsolete" doesn't mean it's not still a great tool.

**hman** · 01-10-2012, 05:54 AM

I am deliberating whether to keep or sell the K100D. I really have no need for both bodies and its sale could finance a lens. Tough decision. I never thought of it as obsolete; the K-x is just more versatile.

telly0050 · 01-14-2012, 07:30 PM

Originally posted by hman

I am deliberating whether to keep or sell the K100D. I really have no need for both bodies and its sale could finance a lens. Tough decision. I never thought of it as obsolete; the K-x is just more versatile.

you just answered your question.
i too would recommend you selling your k100d.

once you get used to the IQ and low iso perform of the kx, you just don't feel like using older body again.

12-14-2011, 09:57 AM	#16
Just1MoreDave Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Aurora, CO Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,340	Originally posted by hman Thanks all for your input! Still not sure which way to go, unless I change every light bulb in the house to CFL! Then take all the packages, add up the cost savings claimed on them, and use that for a camera budget!

12-14-2011, 10:01 AM	#17
hman Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: WEST CHESTER, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 299 Original Poster	Actually, Dave, I am attempting to sell a great CD collection (Live at the World Cafe, vol, 1-23) on ebay to fund whatever I buy...but your idea makes sense to create justification for the purchase!

12-20-2011, 03:43 PM	#18
samaki New Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 5	Originally posted by Adam Despite those issues I would still go for the K-r as it's got a nicer screen and better overall performance, especially now that it's being discontinued. But the choices for a new k-r are narrowing and the price is going up. Any idea of when its replacement will come in?

12-22-2011, 11:27 AM	#19
hman Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: WEST CHESTER, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 299 Original Poster	I pulled the trigger and got a K-x from a forum member, and am awaiting its arrival. Thanks for all of the input, suggestions and recommendations.

12-26-2011, 07:19 PM	#20
Mass. Wine Guy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 28	Originally posted by hman I pulled the trigger and got a K-x from a forum member, and am awaiting its arrival. Thanks for all of the input, suggestions and recommendations. Let us know how you like the K-x.

01-06-2012, 11:18 AM	#21
hman Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: WEST CHESTER, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 299 Original Poster	K-x arrived, like brand new. MUCH more comfortable to hold than K100D due its smaller size and lighter weight. LOTS to learn with new menu structure and more options. One thing I will miss is the inability to use wired remote control. More to come...thanks for all of your thoughts and suggestions.

01-07-2012, 06:31 AM	#22
GerryL Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: CA Posts: 2,731	Congrats on the Kx purchase! I too have the K100DS but am still very satisfied with its performance that I haven't really considered hard on upgrading yet! The K100DS is a gem and if ever I will upgrade, I will still decide to keep it. I think the K100DS is one of those Pentax collectable camera. I'm actually thinking of buying an *istD too for its TTL capability for my TTL flashes macro or otherwise.. =)

01-07-2012, 09:44 AM	#23
GibbyTheMole Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Iowa Photos: Albums Posts: 2,275	Originally posted by GerryL I too have the K100DS but am still very satisfied with its performance that I haven't really considered hard on upgrading yet! The K100DS is a gem and if ever I will upgrade, I will still decide to keep it. I think the K100DS is one of those Pentax collectable camera. I'm actually thinking of buying an *istD too for its TTL capability for my TTL flashes macro or otherwise.. Yep. I have bother the K-x and the K100D & as much as I love the K-x for it's great high ISO performance, I still use the heck out of the K100D for daylight shooting. I'd say both of my cameras get about equal use. Just because it's "obsolete" doesn't mean it's not still a great tool.

01-10-2012, 05:54 AM	#24
hman Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: WEST CHESTER, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 299 Original Poster	I am deliberating whether to keep or sell the K100D. I really have no need for both bodies and its sale could finance a lens. Tough decision. I never thought of it as obsolete; the K-x is just more versatile.

01-14-2012, 07:30 PM	#25
telly0050 Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 233	Originally posted by hman I am deliberating whether to keep or sell the K100D. I really have no need for both bodies and its sale could finance a lens. Tough decision. I never thought of it as obsolete; the K-x is just more versatile. you just answered your question. i too would recommend you selling your k100d. once you get used to the IQ and low iso perform of the kx, you just don't feel like using older body again.