Getting my first Pentax k1000

OneEyedDoe · 02-09-2013, 02:22 PM

Hey everyone, ive never really been part of a forum before but I always find myself coming back to this site for advice and tips so I thought it would be worth joining : )

I am 20 years old, Ive been working with a Nikon D90 for 4 years and never really got the hang of it. My father thought I would be at his experience level but i dont get very good use out of my complicated digital camera so I thought I would try out a more simple and traditional camera.

I guess really i'm just hoping for some more tips and tricks! Im new at this, ive only played around with a Lomo Fisheye I got as a gift and im more than looking forward to making my Pentax my main camera for trips. Ive looked up filters for the lens and picked up a UV, Polarizer and Neutral Density filter. My next challenge is finding other lenses to use.

**eaglem** · 02-09-2013, 03:23 PM

Welcome to the forum, we're happy you decided to join us here!

**c.a.m** · 02-10-2013, 08:10 AM

Welcome to PF!

You will find an incredible amount of brilliant information within the various forums here. So, there is much to read and apply to enhance your knowledge. The K1000 is a terrific camera to learn the essential skills.

Don't hesitate to ask questions.

- Craig

OneEyedDoe · 02-10-2013, 08:14 AM

I plan on doing outdoor photography, woods, lakes, waterfalls and some outdoor portraits.
Is there anything in particular I should look into to make sure I get the best quality photos?

**Kerrowdown** · 02-10-2013, 10:25 AM

Originally posted by OneEyedDoe

Is there anything in particular I should look into

Welcome to the forum, the best advice I could offer is just to get out there and do it.

The learning curve seems much less steep when it's just you, your photos and your enjoyment of being involved in photography.

Also we're all just a question away, to support and help if we can.

02-09-2013, 02:22 PM	#1
OneEyedDoe New Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: South Carolina Posts: 14	Getting my first Pentax k1000 Hey everyone, ive never really been part of a forum before but I always find myself coming back to this site for advice and tips so I thought it would be worth joining : ) I am 20 years old, Ive been working with a Nikon D90 for 4 years and never really got the hang of it. My father thought I would be at his experience level but i dont get very good use out of my complicated digital camera so I thought I would try out a more simple and traditional camera. I guess really i'm just hoping for some more tips and tricks! Im new at this, ive only played around with a Lomo Fisheye I got as a gift and im more than looking forward to making my Pentax my main camera for trips. Ive looked up filters for the lens and picked up a UV, Polarizer and Neutral Density filter. My next challenge is finding other lenses to use.

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eaglem Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 43,145	Welcome to the forum, we're happy you decided to join us here!

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c.a.m Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,189	Welcome to PF! You will find an incredible amount of brilliant information within the various forums here. So, there is much to read and apply to enhance your knowledge. The K1000 is a terrific camera to learn the essential skills. Don't hesitate to ask questions. - Craig

02-10-2013, 08:14 AM	#4
OneEyedDoe New Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: South Carolina Posts: 14 Original Poster	I plan on doing outdoor photography, woods, lakes, waterfalls and some outdoor portraits. Is there anything in particular I should look into to make sure I get the best quality photos?

02-10-2013, 10:25 AM	#5
Kerrowdown PEG Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Highlands of Scotland... "Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand" - William Blake Photos: Gallery Posts: 57,818	Originally posted by OneEyedDoe Is there anything in particular I should look into Welcome to the forum, the best advice I could offer is just to get out there and do it. The learning curve seems much less steep when it's just you, your photos and your enjoyment of being involved in photography. Also we're all just a question away, to support and help if we can.