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how to select a lense for K-1000 I know this camera takes K-mount lenses. I have a 50mm Pentax-M. While searching for others on e-bay & keh, I can't tell what the lense mounts are or if they are manual or auto-focus lenses (when they don't specify). Will auto-focus lenses work on manual cameras? There seems to be more of them. Is there a general rule of thumb, by the markings of the makers, including 3rd party makers? In particular, I'm looking for a 24 or 28mm, or telephoto down to 28-100 approx, I've seen Pentax-A lense on the K-1000 on e-bey. I bought my camera on e-bay with a 70-200mm Tamron for $105, & the 50mm for $35. I think I got a good deal. I trying to learn how it all works, before I buy newer & auto with manual modes. Also, can you change lenses without ruining the film while shooting on same roll? I've looking thru many of the Q & A on this site & others & can't seemed to find a clear understanding on lenses that work on the K-1000 concerning manual vs. auto focus, some of the different mounts like K & PK & bayonet(I guess they all are the same), & similar with 3rd party makers. So any input would be very much appreciated. Thanks, Jeff
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Ed Wanat |
Hi Jeff- I am a beginner as well. Regarding your question on changing lenses, yes you can change them without ruining the film. This is standard for SLRs. As far as compatibility, I have a link for you: http://www.bdimitrov.de/kmp/ he has a "summary of k-mount evolution" that I found quite useful, although hard to follow. At the site, follow the links for: Bodies > K-mount information > Summary of the K-mount to get to the page I'm referring to. Using it, I was able to figure out that a particular lense would fit a K1000 camera. You might give it a shot! On K1000's - I had one for a number of years, until it was finally lost or stolen. I liked it so much that I am rebuilding my kit with the same camera. I love having the ability to have full control over all aspects. Good luck!
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doug Nelson |
You can change lenses in the middle of a roll, because the shutter is closed, and the mirror is reflecting incoming light upward through the prism. No light is getting to your film when you change lenses. The sites given earlier will tell you that there are some real winners among Pentax K lenses. The 28 f3.5 or the 30mm are unusually sharp wide angles. Consider a K-mount Vivitar Series I or Tamron 90mm f2.5 macro to use both in the macro mode and as a portrait lens.
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