will this lens work

kr newbie · 05-08-2011, 07:31 PM

i am new to dslr photography and my new kr will be here tomorrow hoping it dont have all the problems i am reading about on this forum actually wondering if i should not have got something different after reading all the issues people are having with ff , shutter buttons popping off the edial wheel and so on, anyway if i keep the camera i am looking at this lense and was wondering if it would work with the kr.
AF017P700 Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD 1:2 Auto Focus Macro Zoom Lens with Hood for Pentax AF, 6 Year USA Warranty

thanks in advance for any help i am also thinking about the pentax 55-300 but not sure yet.

Adam · 05-08-2011, 08:00 PM

Yes, it will work, but you have to be sure you're getting the version in the Pentax mount.

Check our reviews of the 55-300 here: SMC Pentax-DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Reviews - Pentax Lens Reviews & Pentax Lens Database

kr newbie · 05-09-2011, 06:06 AM

It says it is a pentax af fitment so I am guessing that is the correct one if I am wrong please advise me
thanks in advance

Nobbys Nuts · 05-11-2011, 04:40 AM

There are many more people lurking here that are happy with their KRs than you think. They are a fantastic camera and I for one would not part with mine.
Yes some people ARE having problems but evaluate YOUR camera and make up your own mind about it. You may be pleasantly surprised.

loco · 05-11-2011, 05:17 AM

I agree with Nobby. I'm extremely pleased with my K-r. I didn't find out about the ff issue until after I'd had it a week or so. It does exist, but only in certain situations and it can be worked around. Don't let yourself prejudge the camera before you even get to try it.

Depending on the type of pictures you take, you may not even notice it.

05-08-2011, 07:31 PM	#1
kr newbie New Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 7	will this lens work i am new to dslr photography and my new kr will be here tomorrow hoping it dont have all the problems i am reading about on this forum actually wondering if i should not have got something different after reading all the issues people are having with ff , shutter buttons popping off the edial wheel and so on, anyway if i keep the camera i am looking at this lense and was wondering if it would work with the kr. AF017P700 Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD 1:2 Auto Focus Macro Zoom Lens with Hood for Pentax AF, 6 Year USA Warranty thanks in advance for any help i am also thinking about the pentax 55-300 but not sure yet.

05-08-2011, 08:00 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	Yes, it will work, but you have to be sure you're getting the version in the Pentax mount. Check our reviews of the 55-300 here: SMC Pentax-DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED Reviews - Pentax Lens Reviews & Pentax Lens Database 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:

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kr newbie New Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 7 Original Poster	It says it is a pentax af fitment so I am guessing that is the correct one if I am wrong please advise me thanks in advance

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Nobbys Nuts Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Gold Coast, Qld Photos: Gallery Posts: 95	There are many more people lurking here that are happy with their KRs than you think. They are a fantastic camera and I for one would not part with mine. Yes some people ARE having problems but evaluate YOUR camera and make up your own mind about it. You may be pleasantly surprised.

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loco Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,846	I agree with Nobby. I'm extremely pleased with my K-r. I didn't find out about the ff issue until after I'd had it a week or so. It does exist, but only in certain situations and it can be worked around. Don't let yourself prejudge the camera before you even get to try it. Depending on the type of pictures you take, you may not even notice it.