kanuck said:
I hear that the image quality between these two bodies is similar and both have outstanding dynamic range making them great for landscape work. In the long run though I think you will appreciate the build quality and the lenses from Nikon and will be much happier that you made the switch over to Nikon. Nikon software for post processing is also very nice to use. It sounds like you were actually lucky that you had your technical problems early on with the Pentax purchase.

I don't suppose you've ever used the legendary FA31mm Limited and FA77 Limited lenses or the DA*55? All great lenses... Hell I have a swag of amazing Pentax lenses that are as good as anything out there and, BTW, I am comparing them to my Nikon and Zeiss glass.

Tony3d said:
Thanks everyone. Now B/H is telling me they can't replicate my problem with the Pentax K5, yet it froze on me 4 times in 3.5 days. Guess I could just tell them I want my money back right? it's only been 14 days.

That's usually the battery and after it's been charged a few times that problem tends to disappear, especially after updating to the latest firmware. Also, it pays to have the fastest SD card in the camera because in Continuous Drive mode you'll end up with a 'freeze' eventually due to memory issues.

Unless you're planning on buying a FF I wouldn't swap a K-5 for a D7000. It's the same sensor but the k-5 has Shake Reduction in body and is a better build. Nikon of course has better flash and focus systems (maybe not so much with the D7000) although that might change with the release of the new K-5II. I'm probably going to sell most (or all) of my Pentax rig to buy a 2nd D800E and a 300mm lens but that's a different ball game really.

Freezing:
Freezing is caused by bad memory in the cameras RAM (Camera is mini computer). iPhones, Android phones have same problem when used a lot, bad memory builds up and makes them glitchy.
Switch off camera or phone, and let it sit for 10 minutes (Less for cameras)until electricity is gone from RAM - this is known as a cold boot. (Same thing applies to computers, perform a cold boot if your computer is glitchy. IF further problems persist-troubleshoot).

I had a Nikon D3000, glitchy all the time, won't autofocus etc etc. I switched it off for one second, then switched it on and it works properly again (This was a WARM BOOT, cold boot is better) - its a firmware issue. If you can update your firmware on your camera then you should do it - its a computer too. And like a computer operating system there's bugs, like in Windows Microsoft sends out patches. Firmware update will help prevent bad memory in the RAM.

I shoot with Sony A65, the firmware is better, but getting glitches in aperture mode -It behaves like in manual mode with shutter speed adjustment (That ain't right !). But who cares, minor glitch, still haven't bothered to update the firmware. Inbuilt sensor stabilization vastly superior to VR or IS - now I know what it feels like to have stabilization on a prime lens. Imagine a world where wide-angles, and ultra wide-angles, and primes, and pancake lenses, and macro lenses have stabilization - I don't have to !

Yes switch to Nikon and pay far more for VR lenses, and a lug tripod around for non-VR lenses. I'd rather put up with minor firmware glitch then lug around a tripod. Pentax K-5 is a great camera, and the Nikon D7000 is also, but none of the manufacturers really care about the minor issues with their products. Just look at Canons IS and Nikon's VR kit lenses, 40-50% of photos come out blurry because the stabilization is slack. I do not miss constantly having to check if my photos are blurry because the lens stabilization fails time and time again.

Respectfully not missing Nikon

I hear that the image quality between these two bodies is similar and both have outstanding dynamic range making them great for landscape work. In the long run though I think you will appreciate the build quality and the lenses from Nikon and will be much happier that you made the switch over to Nikon. Nikon software for post processing is also very nice to use. It sounds like you were actually lucky that you had your technical problems early on with the Pentax purchase.

Sorry to hear about your Pentax. If you can get your refund the D7000 is certainly a good alternative. I noticed in my research for my own camera (a D5100) that, in the DX cameras at least, the Pentax cameras have the cleanest sensors, followed by Nikon. Strangely, both get their sensors from Sony yet both have cleaner sensors than Sony cameras. Go figure.

The Pentax has in-camera stabilization versus Nikon (and Canon's) optical systems. There are arguments pro and con each way, but Pentax's backward optical compatability coupled with in-camera stabilizer modernized a lot of Pentax lenses. :-) I wish Nikon would've included in-camera stabilization. It would simplify lens design (and costs) as well.

Other than that I don't think you'll have too hard of a time getting used to the D7000 if you decide to jump. You may want to contact Pentax first about your problem if you're still on the fence about it.

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There are many interesting and cool features that many D7000 uses dont talk about :-) we just enjoy them .. too many to list in this little ol post.

I'll give it a try:

Interval timer
IR remote sensor front AND back
Dual SD card slots (you have no idea how cool this is till you have it...)
Amazing image quality
Amazing (for a crop sensor) high ISO quality
Very fast and flexible 39 point AF
2016 segment color meter
Virtual horizon level in the LCD and VF
6 fps (although the buffer can be limiting shooting in large jpg's and raw)
Assignable function, AEL/AF-L and preview buttons
"Easy ISO" setting for command dial adjustment of ISO setting in aperture and shutter priority modes
U1 and U2 user modes that save all current settings. That means EVERYTHING.
A bazillion scene pre-sets (if you're into that...)
Half magnesium body, full magnesium battery grip. (which is comfortable and awesome)
CLS commander mode
Nine "non-cpu" lenses (older AI and AI-S, etc) can be stored. The lens mount has the proper index tab for using the aperture ring on older lenses, so they can be used (and will meter correctly) in aperture priority mode.
Af fine-tune adjustment for up to 99 lenses

I can keep going...

In the words and voice of MR T, "Hey fool, don't be a sucker, ditch the Pen'tax' and buy a N'ikon', or feel my friend PAIN!" :-)

It could be freezing merely because of the memory cards you are using... However to not turn this into another (which is the fastest card forum) I will say the digest qualm when switching to nikon is the extra bulk that nikon gear tends to have. You should be able to shoot 16:9 stills (I know you can shoot 16:9 video)...

Also if i remember correctly the issues with the D7000 hot pixels were only in video. for stills there has never been an issue.

There are many interesting and cool features that many D7000 uses dont talk about :-) we just enjoy them .. too many to list in this little ol post. as Jonny says go read the spec and the manual! . ok one cool thing i found.. auto lense correction. You can set it so that it automatically fixes barrel and pincushion distortions in the Jpg depending on the lense it has on.. dozens of other cool stuff..

Thanks everyone. Now B/H is telling me they can't replicate my problem with the Pentax K5, yet it froze on me 4 times in 3.5 days. Guess I could just tell them I want my money back right? it's only been 14 days.

pixel remapping- A way to get rid of any stuck or dead pixels.

There is a lot on the D7000 if you do a search on the forum. The last pages usually have the most current solutions that have been in place. Most of the issues came when it was first released and in actuality very few were effected. Those who got the camera's from the bad batch, screamed very loud and non-stop, making it seem more than what it was.

Nikon does not have the same type of Pixel Remapping but works differently. Pentax just took a different path in fixing issues having more input from the user, Nikon does auto magical stuff on its own. D7000 is really the first camera to have an issue of this so I'm not terribly familiar with what was put into place. Hopefully someone will add what they had to do to fix it - I think it was just a firmware update.

Welcome to the forum, Tony A lot of this stuff you can find reading the specs.

For the benefit of the pentax-ignorant (including me), could you describe pixel remapping? Some people had issues with stuck pixels back when the D7000 was released. A firmware update included some kind of pixel mapping algorithm to address that problem, but it was a one-off thing. If it didn't fix the problem, you had to reinstall the firmware. I haven't heard of anyone havng that problem recently.

It does have focus adjustments you can add for each lens you have—and you can adjust either way.

The live view stills are still full size, so 3:2 aspect ratio. I hope this helps. The other thing you'd get is some of the best UI on an SLR. ;-)

Hi all, I currently own a Pentax K5 which I Just sent back to B/H for a replacement due to random freezing. I have noticed that Pentax has had a lot of different QC problems lately, and since my investment in the system only includes two lenses at the moment, I was thinking now may be a good time to switch cameras. Is this a good time to be thinking about the D7000? Aside from Pixel Remapping what other features would I be giving up by switching over. I must admit I would miss the Pixel Remapping feature, used it a few times on my K7. Seems like Nikon has had it's share of problems as well. Can anybody elaborate on this? Has the oil splash been resolved? Does the Nikon's have micro focus adjustment for front, and back focus? Do you think they will ever make a firmware update that includes Pixel Remapping? Can you shoot in High Def aspect ratio for stills using Liveview? I know it's a lot of questions, but I really know nothing about Nikon. Thanks for your time.