Originally posted by C_Jones If you want two aps-c bodies that will give you 24 mp, that will accommodate two lenses without swapping, and which will provide the reach for certain wildlife situations it may be wise to keep both the K-3 and the K-3 II along with the K-1 which can be used for full frame shooting. Otherwise if you do not need the K-3 or K-3 II, I myself would be inclined to hold on to the K-3 II. Just a suggestion.
I have the K-3 II, K-5 IIs, and K-1 II. I have a Sigma 150-500 DG OS on the K-5 IIs, Pentax 16-85 on the K-3 II, and a Pentax 70-200 on the K-1 II. That way I am set up for different types of shooting and do not have to change lenses frequently.
It really depends on what you plan on shooting and equipment set up preference.
Good luck with your choice.
+1. Keeping both for a time will let you figure out if and how you will use them. Some people mainly shoot wider angle, landscapes, and perhaps architectural scenes. And they travel by car to location. They would say just sell everything and use the K-1. But people and their needs are different.
As you can see by this answer, the now ancient K-5 IIs is still a very capable camera, even in this company. I could not agree more. In my case, portability is a key factor. Although my KP remains my most go-to body, with its superior low light/higher ISO and DR performance, I still value and use my K-5 IIs. It has a wonderful controls layout for when I may need to make quick adjustments on the fly, and has a very meaty feel, yet is not really heavy. Results from it are still very impressive. As a backup, it is also now my only model that can use AA lithiums in its battery grip, in case I've let all my batteries run low. At the other end is my little K-S2. I got it several years ago as my smallest lightweight model, giving away my K-r with the old kit lens. It was on special from B&H with the newer 18-50mm kit lens for next to nothing extra- $508 for both brand new! It is great for example in social gatherings, or whenever I want carrying in a large pocket or belt case, and still have a zoom lens!
Having more than one body is also indeed handy for times when you need more than one lens but don't have time to change them. So having the high-quality APS-C for tele applications and other uses, including more compact carrying, is another useful tool in your toolbox.
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Originally posted by photoptimist Your logic for selling the K-3ii makes sense given that the K-1 covers astro and the K-3 has the pop-up flash. You'll also probably get a bit more money for the K-3ii that you can use for more lenses.
Enjoy the K-1! It is a wonderful camera.
+1 also. If selling any, keeping the K-3 would leave you with the greatest flexibility.