I couldn't help but be taken in by the autumn reflection.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Window, Saint Peter's Episcopal Church, Grand Detour, Illinois
I couldn't help but be taken in by the autumn reflection.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Sunday, October 2, 2011
My first DSLR...Pentax K-5
I cannot begin to explain how much thought, research, and penny pinching went into my choice for my first digital single lens reflex camera. However, what I can tell you is that it boiled down to two contenders; the Nikon D7000 & the Pentax K-5. Both have weather sealing, both are APS-C sensor cameras; each manufacturer are well respected, and each would fill the bill for a given generalized set of features.
My main interest in photography is not video. Granted, the Nikon D7000 has the edge in that regard. I predominately capture still images; advantage Pentax. I like to enlarge my photos and don't want to worry about cropping when printing a 8x10. The Pentax allows for in-camera conversion to a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Nikon D7000 does not allow for this.
Oh, and did I mention that Pentax beats Nikon in this class for overall image quality? Look at the online reviews for yourself. Moreover, the K-5 body has built in Shake Reduction, thereby making any lens attached, image stabilized. No need to compensate with VR or IS lenses from other companies. It also was a point in Pentax's favor that there is a $300 USD instant rebate on the K-5. "Bang for the buck" doesn't hurt a bit.
I can't say enough good things about this camera along with its DA 18-135 WR & 21mm Limited prime lenses that were chosen to accompany it. Nor, can I do anything but recommend this combination to a serious photo enthusiast or professional. Furthermore, let me put a plug in for "Doctor" Dave Seigel and the staff at Camera Craft in Rockford, Illinois. He was a delight to speak with concerning all my questions regarding the K-5.
My main interest in photography is not video. Granted, the Nikon D7000 has the edge in that regard. I predominately capture still images; advantage Pentax. I like to enlarge my photos and don't want to worry about cropping when printing a 8x10. The Pentax allows for in-camera conversion to a 4:3 aspect ratio. The Nikon D7000 does not allow for this.
Oh, and did I mention that Pentax beats Nikon in this class for overall image quality? Look at the online reviews for yourself. Moreover, the K-5 body has built in Shake Reduction, thereby making any lens attached, image stabilized. No need to compensate with VR or IS lenses from other companies. It also was a point in Pentax's favor that there is a $300 USD instant rebate on the K-5. "Bang for the buck" doesn't hurt a bit.
I can't say enough good things about this camera along with its DA 18-135 WR & 21mm Limited prime lenses that were chosen to accompany it. Nor, can I do anything but recommend this combination to a serious photo enthusiast or professional. Furthermore, let me put a plug in for "Doctor" Dave Seigel and the staff at Camera Craft in Rockford, Illinois. He was a delight to speak with concerning all my questions regarding the K-5.
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