Originally posted by creampuff But apparently nay sayers and doubting thomases who have yet to even use a K-5IIs will still want to believe what they want to believe and remain close minded to the positives of the K-5IIs.
Indeed, just like the seemingly endless arguments between Ford, GM and Chrysler owners about which vehicle is best, so too, are these "arguments" among various model Pentax owners.
Clearly, the K-5IIs offers (as you say) many "positives". I know this to be true, because, contrary to the intimations of some folks posting here, I
have, indeed, tried one.
But, it is also quite clear that those "positives" also come at the expense of an induced "issue". Whether (or not) those "positives" are worth dealing with the "issue" (or whether the "issue" eventually becomes a "problem") is an individual decision.
I certainly agree that if a particular camera does what you want it to do, and are willing to take your chances on a "new and improved" model (and, of course, are
also willing to pay the $$$ to get it) then I say
go for it.. For most of us, this is a hobby, not a profession.
On the other hand, I also believe each of us should have the right to share our personal opinions (informed or not) in this forum as to why we choose
not purchase this or that particular model camera.
That is, I've found a good rule to follow in these online forums is to "Take it all in, but only swallow what fits".