Pentax K-5 + 18-135mm WR Lens Kit $1149+$22.50 Delivery @ CameraPro (Aus Stock)

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Pentax K-5 with the 18-135mm WR kit lens.
Cheapest I can find - even cheaper than grey.
I bought one just before posting this.

I'm on the go so all details are just copied off the site

High Resolution 16.3MP CMOS Sensor
Speedy 7 FPS Captures Fast Action Shots
High Sensitivity 80-51200 ISO Range
Magnesium Alloy & Steel Chassis
Highly Accurate 77-Segment Metering
Shake Reduction Image Stabilization
Includes 1 year Genuine Pentax Australia warranty

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  rohanp16 on 11/01/2013 - 15:24

  Thanks for this ! I was quite set on the Nikon D7000 but this camera is well reviewed and has similar specifications. Time to read dpreview and see how the offerings for lenses goes against the Nikon.

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  cpho on 11/01/2013 - 15:28

  +1

  Less lens variety but they have weather sealed lenses.
  Imo pentax is better than nikon. Take a look on pentaxforums, there's more quaity there than dpreview.
  I was in your position too but went pentax :)

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  JetLi on 11/01/2013 - 15:41

  Nice combo! Avoid the hassle of changing lens & the WR is a big plus.

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  oz-dave on 11/01/2013 - 16:11

  Make sure you research and compare this with the K-5 II for perhaps less than $200 more (not necessarily Oz stock though) - the Mark II has some nice improvements (eg: better / faster focus) that people may wish to pay a little extra for…
  :-)

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    cpho on 11/01/2013 - 16:31

    The most significant difference between the k-5 and the k-5ii, is the low light AF sans AF Assist lamp.
    If you turn on AF assist lamp, you wouldn't be able to tell the difference in focus speeds or image quality unless you printed very large prints.
    It would be better to go K-5, and put the 200 towards faster/better glass.

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      rohanp16 on 11/01/2013 - 16:46

      Are there any nice detailed reviews comparing the K-5 vs K-5 II vs K-5 IIS ? I thought I'll be comparing the D7000 vs the K5 and these other two popped up ! * head spinning *

      EDIT - Haven't read it but found this - http://www.cameradebate.com/2012/pentax-k-5-ii-vs-nikon-d700…

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        WHL on 11/01/2013 - 17:11

        Just to let you know that the K-5 and D7000 use the same sensor, made by Sony. But a few benefits of Pentax over Nikon:
        1) Pentax camera body has built in vibration reduction, while Nikon (and Canon) doesn't, which means you have to buy more expensive VR (or IS) lenses;
        2) You can buy very old Pentax lenses and still work fine on the latest Pentax body (no converter is required as the mount size has never changed). Some vintage lenses are still good and cheap.
        3) Good quality and value for money! K-5 is weather sealed! Pentax spends less on advertising, which drives the prices down compare to the same grade cameras of other brands. Check dpreview for detailed specs and test results. It scored higher than the D7000.

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        rohanp16 on 11/01/2013 - 17:21

        Yeah I've been reading about the K5 for the past 1/2 hour and it certainly seems to better the D7000 on the specifications front (weather sealing, inbuilt shake reduction etc). Now I just have to see if the ecosystem of lenses on offer for the Pentax ! And if they suit my needs :) It's usually Canon vs Nikon, then Pentax throws in this beast of a product !

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        cpho on 11/01/2013 - 17:24

        Take a look at the limited lenses.
        Pretty unique bunch of primes.
        Personally, I like the 40mm pancake :D
        I'll be buying one as soon as I see a bargain.

        Also, if youre looking for a weather sealed lens, it should have a WR in the description.
        Non-WR lenses will not be weather sealed. (evidently)

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        cpho on 11/01/2013 - 17:27

        and to add to your confusion,

        http://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-k-5/208804-k5-vs-k…

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        JetLi on 11/01/2013 - 18:06

        I don't think you can go wrong with either camera (K5 or D7000) and both manufacturers have more than enough quality lenses to empty your wallet on a regular basis, a few things to bear in mind:
        - is weather sealing important to you?
        - the 2nd hand market for Nikon would be greater (i.e. ebay, forums etc) purely because there are more Nikon users/fanboys than Pentax, so in theory it would be easiser to pick up used Nikon gear locally.
        - Pentax have quality primes with their Limited lenses. So if you are a prime shooter, you'll be in heaven (but it would be an expensive hobby)
        - The K5 is definitely the more compact of the two.

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        rohanp16 on 11/01/2013 - 18:46

        Thank you all for your input ! It's going to be a hard decision !

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  WHL on 11/01/2013 - 16:59

  Yes, the K-5 is a very good camera and I was able to take some stunning shots with it.
  I'm selling a K-5 body (used) for $600 if anyone is interested. Pick up in Sydney or can be posted to you. Just message me if interested.

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  Foma2 on 11/01/2013 - 18:09

  k-5 is an excellent camera for stills. saying this I mean it is probably the best one.
  unfortunately, it lacks manual controls for video mode.
  you can still get very good video and adjust shutter speed indirectly, but it is a bit tricky.

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  randomdealxyz on 11/01/2013 - 22:33

  I've Pentax Camera (K-7) and recently bought this lens. It's an awesome traveling lens. Works beautifully during rainy weather.