Pentax lens compatibility

Ana Ferreira · 06-06-2014, 02:17 PM

Hello,

I'm new at this and I need some help, please.
I don't know if this is the right session to put my question, but here it goes...

I have two PENTAX analogic lens, SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 70-210mm and SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 35-70 mm.

I´m going to buy a PENTAX F 500 and I would like to know if these analogic lens are compatible with this camera and if they are, do they need the adapter or not!

Thank you...

Adam · 06-06-2014, 02:25 PM

Originally posted by Ana Ferreira

Hello,

I'm new at this and I need some help, please.
I don't know if this is the right session to put my question, but here it goes...

I have two PENTAX analogic lens, SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 70-210mm and SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 35-70 mm.

I´m going to buy a PENTAX F 500 and I would like to know if these analogic lens are compatible with this camera and if they are, do they need the adapter or not!

Thank you...

A K500 you mean? Yes, they will both work, with autofocus and auto-exposure support. They aren't the best lenses out there compared to modern kit lenses, but they'll get the job done for sure!

Ana Ferreira · 06-06-2014, 02:32 PM

Originally posted by Adam

A K500 you mean? Yes, they will both work, with autofocus and auto-exposure support. They aren't the best lenses out there compared to modern kit lenses, but they'll get the job done for sure!

Yes, of course, K 500!
And they will need adapter to the digital camera?

Adam · 06-06-2014, 02:33 PM

Originally posted by Ana Ferreira

Yes, of course, K 500!
And they will need adapter to the digital camera?

Nope, no adapter needed. Pentax DSLRs use the same exact mount as the film SLRs.

Adam
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Ana Ferreira · 06-06-2014, 02:43 PM

Thank you again!

I'm an beginner with using DSLR cameras...I had a compact one and I would like to learn more and more about foto...
I've read about K500 in some reviews...do you think I will adapt easily to it?

**blackcloudbrew** · 06-06-2014, 03:03 PM

Hard to say how you would adapt to it really as we don't know you... However, when you get your K500, read the manual, play with your camera,then read the manual again and of course, post questions here. Honestly, I was in the same place in 2008 as you. I found Pentax gear to be quite user friendly.

Ana Ferreira · 06-06-2014, 03:15 PM

Originally posted by blackcloudbrew

Hard to say how you would adapt to it really as we don't know you... However, when you get your K500, read the manual, play with your camera,then read the manual again and of course, post questions here. Honestly, I was in the same place in 2008 as you. I found Pentax gear to be quite user friendly.

Thanks, blackcloudbrew!

**interested_observer** · 06-06-2014, 04:42 PM

I googled the lenses, and there is some nice information - and images available for them. One of the really nice features about Pentax is the backwards comparability with the lenses.

SMC Pentax-F 35-70mm F3.5-4.5 Reviews - F Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

DSims · 06-06-2014, 05:03 PM

While Adam's correct that there are better lenses available, and the 35-70 doesn't go very wide on a DSLR, these are two of the top low cost lenses Pentax made. They're still favorites among many forum members because they not only take nice photos, but they're a terrific value as well (I still have both of mine).

---------- Post added 06-06-14 at 05:16 PM ----------

Plus if you get the K-500 with the DA L 18-55 lens (which doesn't have Image Quality quite as good as the F35-70 IMO, but is still reasonably good) you'll have the entire range covered with the best quality possible for the money (I'd still recommend those lenses if you didn't already have them).

Ana Ferreira · 06-09-2014, 03:19 PM

Thanks to both, interested_observer and DSims.
I also made this survey on this lens to know more ...
I'm getting anxious to get my 500 K and start exploring it
For sure I will use the forum to ask questions and post pictures ...

Ana Ferreira · 06-26-2014, 11:20 AM

Hello, everyone.
I received my K500 about 15 days ago and have been taking some pictures with her.
I am delighted with the new world to discover.
However, I have not had time to read the instruction manual thoroughly ...I'm trying to figure out alone ...
Today I put one of the analog lenses that I have, but I could not take any pictures. In the viewfinder, the aperture value (F --) is always flashing and can not shoot photos!
Can you help me? What do I lack? Can't I use analog lenses?? :-(
Thank you ...

**boriscleto** · 06-26-2014, 11:39 AM

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/58-pentax-beginners-corner-q/110658-using...x-dslrs-f.html

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Ana Ferreira · 06-26-2014, 12:03 PM

Thanks a lot boriscleto!!!
So simple :-)

**jatrax** · 06-26-2014, 12:09 PM

Ana,

Both of the lenses you mentioned above have the 'A' position on the aperture ring. Just place the lens in the 'A' position and it will act just like a modern lens. Or you can use the setting noted by BorisCleto and use the aperture ring. Either way is fine, however if you are just starting I would recommend using the 'A' position and changing aperture on the camera.

The setting noted above will not harm anything either way, I always set it to on no matter what.

Ana Ferreira · 06-26-2014, 02:25 PM

I've experienced the "A" position as you said and it worked perfectly!
Thanks "jatrax!

06-06-2014, 02:17 PM	#1
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12	Pentax lens compatibility Hello, I'm new at this and I need some help, please. I don't know if this is the right session to put my question, but here it goes... I have two PENTAX analogic lens, SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 70-210mm and SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 35-70 mm. I´m going to buy a PENTAX F 500 and I would like to know if these analogic lens are compatible with this camera and if they are, do they need the adapter or not! Thank you...

06-06-2014, 02:25 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Originally posted by Ana Ferreira Hello, I'm new at this and I need some help, please. I don't know if this is the right session to put my question, but here it goes... I have two PENTAX analogic lens, SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 70-210mm and SMC PENTAX - F ZOOM 35-70 mm. I´m going to buy a PENTAX F 500 and I would like to know if these analogic lens are compatible with this camera and if they are, do they need the adapter or not! Thank you... A K500 you mean? Yes, they will both work, with autofocus and auto-exposure support. They aren't the best lenses out there compared to modern kit lenses, but they'll get the job done for sure! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

06-06-2014, 04:42 PM	#8
interested_observer Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tumbleweed, Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,707	I googled the lenses, and there is some nice information - and images available for them. One of the really nice features about Pentax is the backwards comparability with the lenses. SMC Pentax-F 70-210mm F4-5.6 Reviews - F Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database Pentax F 70-210 f4-5.6 \| Lens Reviews \| The Northcoast Photographer Full-size sample photos from Pentax 70-210mm F/4 SMC Pentax-F 35-70mm F3.5-4.5 Reviews - F Zoom Lenses - Pentax Lens Reviews & Lens Database

06-06-2014, 05:03 PM	#9
DSims Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Southern California Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,236	While Adam's correct that there are better lenses available, and the 35-70 doesn't go very wide on a DSLR, these are two of the top low cost lenses Pentax made. They're still favorites among many forum members because they not only take nice photos, but they're a terrific value as well (I still have both of mine). ---------- Post added 06-06-14 at 05:16 PM ---------- Plus if you get the K-500 with the DA L 18-55 lens (which doesn't have Image Quality quite as good as the F35-70 IMO, but is still reasonably good) you'll have the entire range covered with the best quality possible for the money (I'd still recommend those lenses if you didn't already have them). Last edited by DSims; 06-06-2014 at 05:17 PM.

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06-06-2014, 02:32 PM	#3
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam A K500 you mean? Yes, they will both work, with autofocus and auto-exposure support. They aren't the best lenses out there compared to modern kit lenses, but they'll get the job done for sure! Yes, of course, K 500! And they will need adapter to the digital camera?

06-06-2014, 02:33 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	Originally posted by Ana Ferreira Yes, of course, K 500! And they will need adapter to the digital camera? Nope, no adapter needed. Pentax DSLRs use the same exact mount as the film SLRs. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

06-06-2014, 02:43 PM	#5
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	Thank you again! I'm an beginner with using DSLR cameras...I had a compact one and I would like to learn more and more about foto... I've read about K500 in some reviews...do you think I will adapt easily to it?

06-06-2014, 03:03 PM	#6
blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,461	Hard to say how you would adapt to it really as we don't know you... However, when you get your K500, read the manual, play with your camera,then read the manual again and of course, post questions here. Honestly, I was in the same place in 2008 as you. I found Pentax gear to be quite user friendly.

06-06-2014, 03:15 PM	#7
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	Originally posted by blackcloudbrew Hard to say how you would adapt to it really as we don't know you... However, when you get your K500, read the manual, play with your camera,then read the manual again and of course, post questions here. Honestly, I was in the same place in 2008 as you. I found Pentax gear to be quite user friendly. Thanks, blackcloudbrew!

06-09-2014, 03:19 PM	#10
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	Thanks to both, interested_observer and DSims. I also made this survey on this lens to know more ... I'm getting anxious to get my 500 K and start exploring it For sure I will use the forum to ask questions and post pictures ...

06-26-2014, 11:20 AM	#11
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	Hello, everyone. I received my K500 about 15 days ago and have been taking some pictures with her. I am delighted with the new world to discover. However, I have not had time to read the instruction manual thoroughly ...I'm trying to figure out alone ... Today I put one of the analog lenses that I have, but I could not take any pictures. In the viewfinder, the aperture value (F --) is always flashing and can not shoot photos! Can you help me? What do I lack? Can't I use analog lenses?? :-( Thank you ...

06-26-2014, 12:03 PM	#13
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	Thanks a lot boriscleto!!! So simple :-)

06-26-2014, 12:09 PM	#14
jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	Ana, Both of the lenses you mentioned above have the 'A' position on the aperture ring. Just place the lens in the 'A' position and it will act just like a modern lens. Or you can use the setting noted by BorisCleto and use the aperture ring. Either way is fine, however if you are just starting I would recommend using the 'A' position and changing aperture on the camera. The setting noted above will not harm anything either way, I always set it to on no matter what.

06-26-2014, 02:25 PM	#15
Ana Ferreira New Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12 Original Poster	I've experienced the "A" position as you said and it worked perfectly! Thanks "jatrax!