Pentax K-5 and the Limiteds

So what's up with this Pentax system? Everyone knows pro's use NIkon or Canon, so why are you using THAT? (Music by http://www.danosongs.com and all photos by Edward Thomas - Thanks!)

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Education

Tags:

• Pentax
• K-5
• limited
• lens
• camera
• digital
• 15mm
• 21mm
• 35mm
• 43mm
• 77mm

[tvfootlint]

I just bought the k-5. I'm 18 and this is only my second slr. I once had the t2i, but decided this is where my heart is. I only have the stock lens, and I'm going to buy the old Super Takumar 50 mm 1.4 (because I'm super broke, haha). What would you recommend out of the pentax lenses for extreme sharpness and amazing portraits? And would you be willing to sell one to me?:D Thanks!

[photouniverse]

@tvfootlint Sounds like you're off to a GREAT start! There are some bargains to be had in the M series lenses for Pentax. The 50 1.4 M and 28mm 2.8 M or A for that matter, are winners for sure. You could cover a lot of photography with a 28mm and 50 for sure. Thanks! - Edward

[DWScorp]

Hello Edward, If you could have placed this video some 3 weeks back I would have got a K-5. I now have a Canon EoS 60D. Anyways, you compared the size D700-Nikon and 5D Mark II. These beasts are full frame sensor and large but if you compare the crop sensor body say D7000 and 7D with K-5 I guess the sizes would be comparable. I agree that both Canon and Nikon will struggle when it comes to primes and compared to Pentax Limiteds. As of now i only have a 50mm prime which is awesome.

[photouniverse]

@DWScorp Sorry about that! Hey the 60D is a fine camera and you will be very pleased with it. I actually think you would be surprised how much smaller the K-5 is over the D7000 and 7D. There are some really awesome primes in Canon land, but you are not going to like the prices or the weight! The L24mm 1.4 II, L35mm 1.4, and 85mm 1.2 are some really amazing products. (Don't tell anyone :) but I'm taking a hard look at the EOS 1DX! Not to replace the K-5, but along side it...) - Edward

[MrDazza64]

Hi Edward, I soooo get it fella! After many months of studying my options for my return to photography after many year off, I was all set for buying a 5D mkii and L series glass. Now I have a K-5 instead thanks to you. It's saved me a fortune, without compromising on quality. Bonus is, still have couple old pentax 35mm cameras + lens, all of which I can use (for now) on my K-5. But I'm saving hard for 35mm limited prime. Can't thank you enough. Best regards, Darreyl. (from across the pond).

[photouniverse]

@MrDazza64 Hi Darreyl! The 5DII does have a SLIGHT advantage in terms of IQ resolution, but only if you're printing 20x30 prints on a regular basis. But the Pentax 645D is better than the 5DII, and on and on, so where do you draw the line? It really comes down to why have a more expensive camera that on a daily basis is heavy and a big blob when you can get the results you want with a camera that inspires you to shoot? I know you will be extremely satisfied with your choice! Thanks - Edward

[Breezy69Bacs]

I love how people watch these videos and leaving advice and all of the sudden they feel like they're pro, how sad...

[ovidel46]

I am sorry I am a pentax fan but I think this video only hurts pentax. The purpose when you are a photographer is not to blend in with the crowd and a wide lens to get close. The purpose is image quality, premium photography and getting the right shot. When I am with my pentax and big FGZ 360 on it with a bouncer lens, everybody makes room for me. With that kit they'll think you are another Fujifilm soap and 943849385439x zoom.

[PhuNguyen88]

now...look at that...but if your calling the next 15 minutes because we just can't do this all day....! You will get the whole kit with tiny lens with free shipping.

[john240881111]

great gear!! i have the same K5,K20d, 43mm, 31mm, all in silver!! otherwise,, yours are still awesome looking family:)

[aarondkeogh]

whats that thing you have on the bottom of the grip called?

[mutley365]

Good video. However, I'm still torn between the D7000 and the K-5. I suppose I'm still undecided as I know where I am with a Nikon and have never owned a Pentax. What would you recommend?

[carlgt1]

great overview, I just got a K5 with the 17-70f4 (the QC issues on 16-50 SDM mtor scared me off) -- looking into some of the limited primes now!

[aspexpl]

This afternoon I went shooting in the street with my little handbag. In it, there was :

- my K-5 and a pentax 50mm 1.4 attached on it

- a kind of huge tamron 28-75 2.8

- an enormous samyang 14mm 2.8

- my k-1000's body (I shoot film also)

It was quite heavy but I had no problem sticking all this stuff in my handbag, thanks to the small size of the K-5 and 50mm.

[baguiopunx]

In my field in photography & shooting style, Pentax provides me what I REALLY need. Just like you friend, If I'm on assignments I attach my grip on my K7 with my 10-24 and bring my 50 f1.4 & 135 f2.5 (will replace after I get a 50-135 & 16-50: it's like having a 24-70 & 70-200 setup on a FF Nikon or Canon but smaller and lighter). And if I want want to go very light and discreet, I also remove the grip, and bring my 28, 50, & 85 (hopefully replace all those old lenses with 15, 35, & 77 LTDS). =)