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Is there life after aperture block failure?

Started Sep 4, 2019 | Questions thread
OP petebfrance Contributing Member • Posts: 757
Re: Is there life after aperture block failure?

kenwklau wrote:

When my K-30 started to exhibit the black frames early last year, I got a used K-5iis with 3,500 shutter count on it. It is a noticeable upgrade for me in the following:

(1) lower iso value at 80

(2) lack of anti-aliasing filter

(3) better DR

(4) much quieter shutter sound (good for indoor shooting)

(5) separate AE lock and AF lock buttons

(6) slightly better grip

(7) larger battery

(8) top LCD

I don't miss my K-30 much now as the only 2 drawback are slightly heavier and the lack of focus peaking which is available on K-30.

Thank-you. Yes, the quieter shutter and better battery life would make quite a difference - I'm not sure that I need better IQ, but I guess it would be nice. I have to admit, though, that I'm somewhat wary of buying second-hand. None of the dealers who I've come across here in France have much Pentax stock (no K5iiS for example) and at least with them there is some sort of guarantee.

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regards,
Pete

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