Just finished reading through the K-50 eBook...

Blackink · 05-26-2018, 06:03 PM - **1 Like**

And let me tell you it was a bit difficult for this old newbie that is new to DSLR camera's!!

Yikes! I've got one heck of a learning curve ahead of me!

This camera has more adjustments and settings than carter has liver pills! Whew!!!!!

I did find it quite informative though and I'll use it as a reference as I proceed in using this new acquired camera. More than likely, I'll end up reading through it again before too long.

I enjoyed it though....

Steve in Central Vermont

**kiwi_jono** · 05-26-2018, 10:30 PM

Yes there is a bit too it for sure.

The good news is that the photography fundamentals (including shutter speed, aperture, composition) has stayed the same as for film cameras. On Pentax cameras you can just use the "P" mode and select shutter speed by turning one wheel or aperture by turning the other, and the let the camera figure out the exposure.

Have fun!

**Rondec** · 05-27-2018, 02:53 AM

Just start in Av mode and use the camera the way you would a film camera. The biggest difference is that you won't have to open the back of the camera to change film if you want to change your iso. Also, digital is less forgiving of blown highlights than a little under exposure.

The nice thing about digital is that it isn't expensive to make mistakes, so experimentation is encouraged.

Welcome to the Forum!

05-26-2018, 06:03 PM - 1 Like	#1
Blackink Junior Member Join Date: May 2018 Posts: 48	Just finished reading through the K-50 eBook... And let me tell you it was a bit difficult for this old newbie that is new to DSLR camera's!! Yikes! I've got one heck of a learning curve ahead of me! This camera has more adjustments and settings than carter has liver pills! Whew!!!!! I did find it quite informative though and I'll use it as a reference as I proceed in using this new acquired camera. More than likely, I'll end up reading through it again before too long. I enjoyed it though.... Steve in Central Vermont

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kiwi_jono Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,437	Yes there is a bit too it for sure. The good news is that the photography fundamentals (including shutter speed, aperture, composition) has stayed the same as for film cameras. On Pentax cameras you can just use the "P" mode and select shutter speed by turning one wheel or aperture by turning the other, and the let the camera figure out the exposure. Have fun!

05-27-2018, 02:53 AM	#3
Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,663	Just start in Av mode and use the camera the way you would a film camera. The biggest difference is that you won't have to open the back of the camera to change film if you want to change your iso. Also, digital is less forgiving of blown highlights than a little under exposure. The nice thing about digital is that it isn't expensive to make mistakes, so experimentation is encouraged. Welcome to the Forum!