Recommend upgrade over k20D

pentaxian_tmb · 07-10-2013, 03:25 PM

The K20D has served me well, but I think it is time for an upgrade. I have not been really keeping up with the recently released models. I saw many believe the K30 is a better deal than the K50 now. I am not too interested in video features, as I have been using my k-01 for that. Should I also look at the entry-level DSLR offerings?

**blackcloudbrew** · 07-10-2013, 03:46 PM

Originally posted by pentaxian_tmb

The K20D has served me well, but I think it is time for an upgrade. I have not been really keeping up with the recently released models. I saw many believe the K30 is a better deal than the K50 now. I am not too interested in video features, as I have been using my k-01 for that. Should I also look at the entry-level DSLR offerings?

The K20 was the flagship camera for it's time and you want another in that category. A used K5 would be a very good upgrade and I believe a K5II would be even better. I upgraded from the K20 to K5 several years ago and realized that the K5 was what I was waiting for. I still use my k20 but I've begun to see its shortcomings. The K30 while good is not top of the line nor is the K50. YMMV

kenafein · 07-10-2013, 03:54 PM

You might still be able to pickup the K-30, with the WR kit lens, for 499, from Hunt's. The K-30 is practically the same camera, so why not save some cash? The K-30 does have some advantages over the K-5 series(K-5 has advantages too). Video is improved and Focus peaking is available, on the K-30. The K-30 also has two dials, just like a pro body.

Adam · 07-10-2013, 04:16 PM

Originally posted by pentaxian_tmb

The K20D has served me well, but I think it is time for an upgrade. I have not been really keeping up with the recently released models. I saw many believe the K30 is a better deal than the K50 now. I am not too interested in video features, as I have been using my k-01 for that. Should I also look at the entry-level DSLR offerings?

IMO, get a K-5 if you already have a K-01.

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**DDoram** · 07-10-2013, 04:22 PM

Any recent body except for K7 would be an upgrade. The K30 is a sleeper of a good deal but if $ are not too limiting, I would go for the K5IIs, the lack of AA filter is great for sharpness.

**THoog** · 07-10-2013, 07:02 PM

I think a K-5/K-5ii would be closer to your K20D in capability and design. On the other hand, the K-30 and K-01 are sisters under the skin, with very simlar performance and menus. If a K-01 with a viewfinder (and grip, twin wheels, etc.) would meet your needs, then the K-30 might do. The K-30 has the entry-level "loud" shutter, as opposed to the high-end "silky" shutter, as well as the K-r's battery setup.

**dadipentak** · 07-10-2013, 08:31 PM

Originally posted by Adam

IMO, get a K-5 if you already have a K-01.

Absolutely.

carrrlangas · 07-11-2013, 02:30 AM

I´d wait for the announcements on september / october... then get a K-30 or K-5 or the one in offer at the moment..

mickey · 07-11-2013, 12:06 PM

Recommend a K-5, but which version I can't say.
I have the original K-5 and it is a solid camera.
Still love the feel of my K10 though. The perfect sized camera.

07-10-2013, 03:25 PM	#1
pentaxian_tmb Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Posts: 436	Recommend upgrade over k20D The K20D has served me well, but I think it is time for an upgrade. I have not been really keeping up with the recently released models. I saw many believe the K30 is a better deal than the K50 now. I am not too interested in video features, as I have been using my k-01 for that. Should I also look at the entry-level DSLR offerings?

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07-10-2013, 03:46 PM	#2
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,460	Originally posted by pentaxian_tmb The K20D has served me well, but I think it is time for an upgrade. I have not been really keeping up with the recently released models. I saw many believe the K30 is a better deal than the K50 now. I am not too interested in video features, as I have been using my k-01 for that. Should I also look at the entry-level DSLR offerings? The K20 was the flagship camera for it's time and you want another in that category. A used K5 would be a very good upgrade and I believe a K5II would be even better. I upgraded from the K20 to K5 several years ago and realized that the K5 was what I was waiting for. I still use my k20 but I've begun to see its shortcomings. The K30 while good is not top of the line nor is the K50. YMMV

07-10-2013, 03:54 PM	#3
kenafein Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Southern California Photos: Albums Posts: 4,082	You might still be able to pickup the K-30, with the WR kit lens, for 499, from Hunt's. The K-30 is practically the same camera, so why not save some cash? The K-30 does have some advantages over the K-5 series(K-5 has advantages too). Video is improved and Focus peaking is available, on the K-30. The K-30 also has two dials, just like a pro body.

07-10-2013, 04:16 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	Originally posted by pentaxian_tmb The K20D has served me well, but I think it is time for an upgrade. I have not been really keeping up with the recently released models. I saw many believe the K30 is a better deal than the K50 now. I am not too interested in video features, as I have been using my k-01 for that. Should I also look at the entry-level DSLR offerings? IMO, get a K-5 if you already have a K-01. 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:

07-10-2013, 04:22 PM	#5
DDoram Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Canada Posts: 632	Any recent body except for K7 would be an upgrade. The K30 is a sleeper of a good deal but if $ are not too limiting, I would go for the K5IIs, the lack of AA filter is great for sharpness.

07-10-2013, 07:02 PM	#6
THoog Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,685	I think a K-5/K-5ii would be closer to your K20D in capability and design. On the other hand, the K-30 and K-01 are sisters under the skin, with very simlar performance and menus. If a K-01 with a viewfinder (and grip, twin wheels, etc.) would meet your needs, then the K-30 might do. The K-30 has the entry-level "loud" shutter, as opposed to the high-end "silky" shutter, as well as the K-r's battery setup.

07-10-2013, 08:31 PM	#7
dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	Originally posted by Adam IMO, get a K-5 if you already have a K-01. Absolutely.

07-11-2013, 02:30 AM	#8
carrrlangas Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Joensuu (Finland) Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,761	I´d wait for the announcements on september / october... then get a K-30 or K-5 or the one in offer at the moment..

07-11-2013, 12:06 PM	#9
mickey Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Japan Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,146	Recommend a K-5, but which version I can't say. I have the original K-5 and it is a solid camera. Still love the feel of my K10 though. The perfect sized camera.

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