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liukaitc · 06-25-2011, 10:36 AM

I have k-5...but many times I find I just waste the shutter life.
and I take many macro photo, like food kind thing. I feel no need using k-5.

but then I find my kx does not feel that great. maybe just I am spoiled by k-5...

but I want a more pro looking body.

so I am thinking if replace kx with k10d would be a good idea??
because they are pretty much equal priced for second hand. I do not want pay more than the price I could sell for the kx.

Adam · 06-25-2011, 10:44 AM

The K10 is more sluggish overall because it's older. I would hang onto the K-x or simply just use the k-5, as I don't think shutter life should be much of a concern.

hawk1500 · 06-25-2011, 11:21 AM

well you could get the k7 if you want it to "feel" better. If you can lucky, you can get one for less than $600 (even though the K10d and k-x are probably in the 300 range).

dgaies · 06-25-2011, 11:26 AM

As I mentioned in a PM to you earlier, I personally wouldn't be too concerned about the shutter count on the K-5. However, another alternative if you want a body with a better feel might be a K200D (with or without the grip) depending on your preference. Same sensor as the K10D, but slightly newer and in a size that is almost identical to the K-5/K-7. They run about $300 used as well, so it would be inline with the K-x and K10D in terms of price.

jct us101 · 06-25-2011, 01:15 PM

You'll hate the K10D after using the K-x.

liukaitc · 06-25-2011, 01:34 PM

Originally posted by jct us101

You'll hate the K10D after using the K-x.

.....ok...guys...I see now...haha

dgaies · 06-25-2011, 01:41 PM

Originally posted by jct us101

You'll hate the K10D after using the K-x.

Hate is a bit strong, but I completely agree with the overall sentiment.

Emacs · 06-25-2011, 01:55 PM

Originally posted by liukaitc

I have k-5...but many times I find I just waste the shutter life.
and I take many macro photo, like food kind thing. I feel no need using k-5.

but then I find my kx does not feel that great. maybe just I am spoiled by k-5...

but I want a more pro looking body.

so I am thinking if replace kx with k10d would be a good idea??
because they are pretty much equal priced for second hand. I do not want pay more than the price I could sell for the kx.

Excuse me, but it sounds so stupid!

joe.penn · 06-25-2011, 02:29 PM

Originally posted by liukaitc

but I want a more pro looking body.

Looks don't matter - a better looking body will not make you produce better art.

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RioRico · 06-26-2011, 06:11 AM

What you'll gain with a K10D: tethering, knobs/dials.
What you'll lose with the Kx: bigger/better sensor, high-ISO, video, agility, technology, etc.
No, do not replace the Kx with a K10D. A K20 maybe, but not a K10.

06-25-2011, 10:36 AM	#1
liukaitc Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Photos: Albums Posts: 1,008	is that good idea to replace my kx with k10d??? I have k-5...but many times I find I just waste the shutter life. and I take many macro photo, like food kind thing. I feel no need using k-5. but then I find my kx does not feel that great. maybe just I am spoiled by k-5... but I want a more pro looking body. so I am thinking if replace kx with k10d would be a good idea?? because they are pretty much equal priced for second hand. I do not want pay more than the price I could sell for the kx.

06-25-2011, 10:44 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,609	The K10 is more sluggish overall because it's older. I would hang onto the K-x or simply just use the k-5, as I don't think shutter life should be much of a concern. 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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06-25-2011, 11:21 AM	#3
hawk1500 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 270	well you could get the k7 if you want it to "feel" better. If you can lucky, you can get one for less than $600 (even though the K10d and k-x are probably in the 300 range).

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dgaies Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Maryland / Washington DC Posts: 3,917	As I mentioned in a PM to you earlier, I personally wouldn't be too concerned about the shutter count on the K-5. However, another alternative if you want a body with a better feel might be a K200D (with or without the grip) depending on your preference. Same sensor as the K10D, but slightly newer and in a size that is almost identical to the K-5/K-7. They run about $300 used as well, so it would be inline with the K-x and K10D in terms of price.

06-25-2011, 01:15 PM	#5
jct us101 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 3,793	You'll hate the K10D after using the K-x.

06-25-2011, 01:34 PM	#6
liukaitc Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York Photos: Albums Posts: 1,008 Original Poster	Originally posted by jct us101 You'll hate the K10D after using the K-x. .....ok...guys...I see now...haha

06-25-2011, 01:41 PM	#7
dgaies Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Maryland / Washington DC Posts: 3,917	Originally posted by jct us101 You'll hate the K10D after using the K-x. Hate is a bit strong, but I completely agree with the overall sentiment.

06-25-2011, 01:55 PM	#8
Emacs Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Moscow Posts: 1,223	Originally posted by liukaitc I have k-5...but many times I find I just waste the shutter life. and I take many macro photo, like food kind thing. I feel no need using k-5. but then I find my kx does not feel that great. maybe just I am spoiled by k-5... but I want a more pro looking body. so I am thinking if replace kx with k10d would be a good idea?? because they are pretty much equal priced for second hand. I do not want pay more than the price I could sell for the kx. Excuse me, but it sounds so stupid!

06-25-2011, 02:29 PM	#9
joe.penn Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Maryland (Right Outside Washington DC) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,902	Originally posted by liukaitc but I want a more pro looking body. Looks don't matter - a better looking body will not make you produce better art. ---

06-26-2011, 06:11 AM	#10
RioRico Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Limbo, California Posts: 11,263	What you'll gain with a K10D: tethering, knobs/dials. What you'll lose with the Kx: bigger/better sensor, high-ISO, video, agility, technology, etc. No, do not replace the Kx with a K10D. A K20 maybe, but not a K10.

is that good idea to replace my kx with k10d???

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