New to photography and pentax

awestun · 10-12-2013, 12:44 PM

I just picked up a pentax k110d for super cheap on craigslist for trying my hand at photography. It's fun so far and can see myself getting addicted really quick. I already picked up a Ricoh P 1:2 50mm and shooting with that is awesome. Just thought I'd join up to see what I can learn and maybe contribute. Thanks.

Adam · 10-12-2013, 12:50 PM

Welcome aboard

**rbefly** · 10-12-2013, 01:11 PM

Welcome aboard, awestun!
I started with a new K110D all those many years ago, it was my first DSLR after shooting film for decades.
I still have fond memories of the 110, it provided me with an easy entry to the digital format and even with 'only' 6 megapixels and a kit zoom, still took fine photos.
It may interest you to know I passed the K110D along to my sister when I upgraded to a K10D, and it's still going strong!
The 50mm is a good prime lens to start with. You might consider the kit 18-55mm for an all-around zoom, it's a fine value. I believe there's one or two for sale on the Marketplace Forum, if not they come up regularly.
You could also look into (if you haven't already) a free online post-processing app, Picasa and several others are available.
Good Luck!
Ron

Diego · 10-12-2013, 07:40 PM

Hi awestun,

Welcome to this beautiful place!!!

Jean Poitiers · 10-13-2013, 12:03 AM

Bonjour from France and welcome to PF ... enjoy the K110D, I carry mine around in my car all the time ... never know when you'll get a good "snap" opportunity ... please post us an image or two soon ... Salut, J

**Kerrowdown** · 10-13-2013, 07:37 AM

Welcome, enjoy what you find here, there's certainly plenty to see.

awestun · 10-17-2013, 06:14 PM

Originally posted by rbefly

Welcome aboard, awestun!
I started with a new K110D all those many years ago, it was my first DSLR after shooting film for decades.
I still have fond memories of the 110, it provided me with an easy entry to the digital format and even with 'only' 6 megapixels and a kit zoom, still took fine photos.
It may interest you to know I passed the K110D along to my sister when I upgraded to a K10D, and it's still going strong!
The 50mm is a good prime lens to start with. You might consider the kit 18-55mm for an all-around zoom, it's a fine value. I believe there's one or two for sale on the Marketplace Forum, if not they come up regularly.
You could also look into (if you haven't already) a free online post-processing app, Picasa and several others are available.
Good Luck!
Ron

Thanks. The k110 came with a broken 28-80mm sigma that might get thrown away. I also have a smc pentax 50mm f2 which seems to be my favorite so far. I might get a kit lens for cheap and play around with it too. My cousin is a pro so she's been helping my out a little on what to get and what to stay away from. I also have been dabbling with gimp for post processing.

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.

10-12-2013, 12:44 PM	#1
awestun New Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Tifton, GA, USA Posts: 2	New to photography and pentax I just picked up a pentax k110d for super cheap on craigslist for trying my hand at photography. It's fun so far and can see myself getting addicted really quick. I already picked up a Ricoh P 1:2 50mm and shooting with that is awesome. Just thought I'd join up to see what I can learn and maybe contribute. Thanks.

10-12-2013, 12:50 PM	#2
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10-12-2013, 01:11 PM	#3
rbefly Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denver, Colorado Photos: Albums Posts: 2,030	Welcome! Welcome aboard, awestun! I started with a new K110D all those many years ago, it was my first DSLR after shooting film for decades. I still have fond memories of the 110, it provided me with an easy entry to the digital format and even with 'only' 6 megapixels and a kit zoom, still took fine photos. It may interest you to know I passed the K110D along to my sister when I upgraded to a K10D, and it's still going strong! The 50mm is a good prime lens to start with. You might consider the kit 18-55mm for an all-around zoom, it's a fine value. I believe there's one or two for sale on the Marketplace Forum, if not they come up regularly. You could also look into (if you haven't already) a free online post-processing app, Picasa and several others are available. Good Luck! Ron

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10-17-2013, 06:14 PM	#7
awestun New Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Tifton, GA, USA Posts: 2 Original Poster	Originally posted by rbefly Welcome aboard, awestun! I started with a new K110D all those many years ago, it was my first DSLR after shooting film for decades. I still have fond memories of the 110, it provided me with an easy entry to the digital format and even with 'only' 6 megapixels and a kit zoom, still took fine photos. It may interest you to know I passed the K110D along to my sister when I upgraded to a K10D, and it's still going strong! The 50mm is a good prime lens to start with. You might consider the kit 18-55mm for an all-around zoom, it's a fine value. I believe there's one or two for sale on the Marketplace Forum, if not they come up regularly. You could also look into (if you haven't already) a free online post-processing app, Picasa and several others are available. Good Luck! Ron Thanks. The k110 came with a broken 28-80mm sigma that might get thrown away. I also have a smc pentax 50mm f2 which seems to be my favorite so far. I might get a kit lens for cheap and play around with it too. My cousin is a pro so she's been helping my out a little on what to get and what to stay away from. I also have been dabbling with gimp for post processing. Thanks for the warm welcome everyone.