Pentax K-5 Digital SLR Camera "Limited Edition" with SMCP-DA 40mm f/2.8 XS Lens - Silver

2014-07-07T21:00:00

Camera and Lens arrived they are both beautiful. Camera had only 107 pictures previously taken. Great build, awesome results. Still on a steep learning curve with new equipment but am certain this camera will be a solid replacement to my Nikon D200. Right now my two favorite aspects are: In body stabilization and 100% coverage viewfinder. I was tired of the 95% offered by my D200. I want a camera that will show what I shot on the finished product. I am not a fan of "cropping" or off camera edits. What you see is what you get with my shooting. So Far So Good. Highly recommend asking for Frank Brown. He beat the competition by a landslide. The competition offered a refurbished body; however, this unit was as close to New In Box that I could ask for, without the NIB pricetag.

MICHAEL R.

2013-11-28T19:00:00

Use it for general photography and family snaps. So much better than the K-x. The good: * Excellent build * Excellent usability * Very good high iso performance * Very good backward lens compatibility (in body SR) * Good auto exposure * Good auto white balance Not so good: * If you are left eyed: green button placement * Flash exposure blow outs

Kiwi J.

2013-11-18T19:00:00

Product used as a second body for event photography. I like this camera for it's shutter speed.

JAMES B.

2013-10-13T21:00:00

I bought this back at the end of 2010 as my first DSLR. I put a lot of research into this decision, and it came down to the K-5 versus the Nikon D7000. I ended up going with the K-5 due to a lower price, better performance, and access to my father's old k-mount lenses. I don't regret this choice one bit. The k-5 provides outstanding image quality, and fantastic usability. The only thing I really find lacking about it is video functionality and performance, which is not to say it's terrible. It's just not as good as it should be.

CaptSimian

2013-10-13T21:00:00

The Pentax K-5 is amazing value and an brilliant camera to use. It has a solid quality feel to it and is packed to the brim with features.

Louicio

2013-10-13T21:00:00

The K-5 paired with a WR lens (such as my Pentax DA* 16-50) is an amazing tool for photography in any weather conditions. I've used it successfully rain, snow and extreme cold. It does have problems sometimes locking accurate focus indoors, which can be annoying. Otherwise it's the perfect camera for me.

Photo P.

2013-07-15T21:00:00

I use the K5 for wildlife, still life and portraits. It is a beautiful camera that is fast and the warmness of the photos rival film. I've only used Pentax and stepped up to the K5 from the K20. It was like going from a volkswagon to a Ferrari!

Raymond M.

2013-06-10T21:00:00

upgrading from K10D, lot of improvements

bill

2013-05-21T21:00:00

This camera is astonishing, and for the price Adorama sells it for, it is a STEAL. The image quality is amazing, shooting at iso 6400 is incredible, to have relatively noise free images at THAT setting is just insane, and with the two little consumer zoom weather-proof lenses, how could you go wrong? I have a collection of really good Pentax glass (FA* lenses) that REALLY make this camera shine. I see why the review sites scored this camera SO highly. Nikon/Canon buyers, you really need to rethink your decisions; in this price range, this camera cannot be matched. The feature set is astonishing, as is the 400 page owners manual. Lens correction IN the camera, individual noise reduction settings, I cannot say enough about this thing. Weatherproof to boot, and it is built like a TANK; the controls tight, accurate, and obviously made of first class switches and materials throughout. I look forward to their upcoming pro-series cameras.

Cameron H.

2013-04-15T21:00:00

Awesome,there are already plenty of great reviews, go for it

PentaxNewbie

2013-03-25T21:00:00

Very comfortable to hold, Quality camera

Jeff

2013-03-14T21:00:00

This camera is my favorite camera of FIFTY years of buying and owning cameras. It is ALL I want in a camera, with the capacity to use every lense of K-mount format. Man,how about HDR built in and image stablization, built in??Is that great or what?? This is a class-act, that gets little recognition, from the Nikanon gang. Love their (PENTAX) glass, too! RJM

ROBERT M.

2013-03-06T19:00:00

Quite happy with it so far, but hasn't been used much. Biggest con I've seen so far is the quality of video (highest setting). At 70/30fps quality is very good, but at 1080/25fps portions can be a bit choppy. Overall, quite impressed with the camera. Thinking about buying another one.

NWS

2013-02-05T19:00:00

This is my first DSLR and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. I know that there are newer versions out there but the only big difference that I could tell is that they are better at video. The Pentax easy to use and learn. This is great for a beginner like me. It also has enough features to keep me happy as I develop my skills.

Beginner D.

2013-02-05T19:00:00

This is a great camera, as the overwhelming majority of all reviews indicate. Easy transition from other Pentax cameras. "Hard" buttons for frequently used functions, easily navigable menus, great low-light performance, quiet shutter, comfortable in the hand, solid, attractive, fantastic image quality, many customizable features. Some will say auto-focus lags competitors, but after a month and a half, I don't see it--it's been very quick and very accurate with all of my lenses, even in low-light.

xtimwilsonx

2013-02-04T19:00:00

I have not had the camera long enough to use all the features. Upgraded from a K2000 and have found all the features i wanted. Great camera, have always been pleased with the picture quality from Pentax.

bjr1144

2013-02-04T19:00:00

I love the versatility of the K-7. It is a photographer's camera. However, low light noise was just too much. The K-5 carries all the friendliness of the K-7 with a much better sensor. There are also improvements in allowing frequently used controls to be customized.

MICHAEL B.

2013-02-04T19:00:00

This camera was for my wife. She's retired now, but was a professional photographer. The pentax k5 Gives her the full ability to take GREAT photos. We Combined the camera with the pentax Fa31mm f1.8 AL Limited edition lens. Both products are FIVE STAR(*****) EXCELLENT. I would like to add the buying experience thru Adorama was also a FIVE STAR(*****) EXCELLENT. Thank you Meyer.

Jeff g.

2013-01-28T19:00:00

I have waited for awhile on this...now that they have the K511 and 11s...the price finally dropped down. Thus far I am very pleased with the new features and performace of this camera.

Phil

2013-01-21T19:00:00

Bought this after comparing it to the likes of Canon T4i and the Nikon D7000. Wanted to get the Pentax 645D but that one was pretty out of budget :-). This camera is great. Two of the best features that no DSLR in this price range offer are image stabilization in the camera body and Pentraprism viewfinder. Add to that this camera is weather resistant and coupled with weather resistant lenses can handle any environmental condition you can throw at it. Does not have fancy features like tilt screen LCD or does not have thousands of lenses available like Nikon/Canon ( but honestly, does anybody buy all lenses made my any mfg). K5 is compatible with all K mount lenses made by Pentax including older manual focus ones and that means to the beginner photography enthusiast, you can really explore the realms of photography without making a hole in your pocket because image stabilized lenses do cost a lot. Overall, great camera excellent construction and great photo quality.

Abhijeet B.

2013-01-06T19:00:00

Excellent dynamic range from this sensor, happy to not need to shoot and process HDR to capture high-contrast landscapes. The Pentax lens selection is rather poor, though.

KEVIN W.

2013-01-03T19:00:00

I usually don't write reviews about product but I decided to make an exception for this camera. The K5 is just fantastic, I can't let it down. Image quality is phenomenal, use of the camera becomes second instinct, feels like a camera and not a toy. One recommendation I would make is: get a limited lens to take advantage of both the quality of the camera and the compactness. With the use of prime limited lens, the camera is easy to carry around (remember:"the best camera is the one that you have with you") Well done Pentax!

guy

2013-01-01T19:00:00

Love everything about this camera with one exception, the LCD screen does not pivot and it's not something i thought i would miss until I didn't have it.

PHIL M.

2012-12-30T19:00:00

I only had this camera for 1 week, but I have 3 other Pentax DSLR's. I've only been able to play around with it just to become familiar. So far I love it.

WILLIAM B.

2012-12-26T19:00:00

I've had a K-7 since early 2010, and it's a great camera. But when the new K-5 ii models came out, I found the original K-5 irresistably priced. Improvements include a better sensor, faster and more accurate auto-focus, and greatly improved high ISO performance. What's unchanged are the wonderful build quality, great ergomonics, weather-sealing, and compatability with decades of Pentax glass: of the lenses I typically carry, 8 are vintage PK or PKA mount manual-focus, and only 1, my DA 70/2.4, is AF--and I often shoot that manually, too. I still have my K-7, though it serves mostly as a backup now. Unless you need a full-frame sensor and/or even better AF, or have already bought heavily into another system and lens mount, the Pentax K-5 is a great choice.

NATHANAEL D.

2012-12-21T19:00:00

The large bright viwfinder makes it easy to compose and manually focus. The sensor captures every detail for truly outstanding images.

Sawtooth

2012-12-16T19:00:00

Pentax cameras are focused on usability. From its entry level, you get in-body stabilization that effectively makes ALL lenses have images stabilization. It works just as well compared to the in-lens stabilizations offered by other brands. Both entry and advanced level bodies are weather sealed. Something other brands do not offer. No more worrying about some rain washing away your investment. The controls are laid out very intuitively and the grips are ergonomically designed. The menu system is very well organized as they put the most frequently used items up front. My main body is a Nikon D700 for professional work. If they had a full-frame equivalent of the K-5, I'd switch in a heartbeat. Check out their WR (weather resistant) lenses. Pentax offers kit lenses (18-55 and 50-200) with weather sealing at a very affordable price point. These kit lenses will let you go on travel and shoot in inclement weather unlike other brands. I'm definitely keeping an eye out on the Pentax full-frame body, rumoured to be out at the end of 2013.

Yuichiro S.

2012-12-16T19:00:00

I upgraded from the Pentax Kx. Really impressed with the K5's ISO range and ability to grab low light shots. Con would be that it is not easy in the beginning to find camera controls but will adapt after getting used to camera. Great price for a camera in this class.

Macro M.

2012-12-16T19:00:00

Control lay out. Feels good in hand. Weather proof. 100% veiwfinder.

viking62

2012-12-16T19:00:00

Very solid good iso performance good IQ

PENG C.