Simple to use, Mechanical shutter, Excellent range of lenses, Keenly priced,
Build quality varies, Basic features
Selling over 3 million examples in almost 20 years of manufacture, the Pentax K1000 was a huge photographic success story. It's simple controls, solid build and affordable price tag made it the perfect choice for those looking to get started in photograph...
Abstract: While it's hard not to see the endless announcements of new-better-bigger digital cameras and accessories, slowing down and rolling some film will help you become a better photographer faster than relying on a computer with a lens attached on the front. I...
Abstract: The Pentax K1000 is one of photography's greatest, most popular and longest-lived cameras. The Pentax K1000 is simple. It does exactly what it needs to do, and nothing more. Exactly like , simplicity is the K1000's great...
In conclusion the Pentax K1000 is great for the beginner photographer as well as the professional who's doesn't feel the need to upgrade to an SLR with automatic capabilities. Although the manual functionality may take some getting used to, this camera...
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Published: 2021-01-16, Author: Jim , review by: in.pcmag.com
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