which pentax is best for shooting people?

LosHollyBeach · 01-28-2010, 07:20 PM

i am thinking about starting my own photography/styling company and i want to know which pentax is best for like fashion shoots or shoots with people in general? i really want the k-x even though i understand its an entry-level camera and for right now an entry-level camera is what i need so if im going to be doing a lot of practice photo shoots and things is this a good camera or should i buy a different kind?

Damn Brit · 01-28-2010, 07:32 PM

Welcome to the forum. You can buy any current (or recent) DSLR you like, they will all do the job. Unfortunately it's not that easy, it's the talent of the photographer and the lenses and lighting that count.

**Alfisti** · 01-28-2010, 07:54 PM

Alright i'll bite, if you need to ask you need to think of a new business idea.

**blackcloudbrew** · 01-28-2010, 07:55 PM

The one I have in my hand is the answer here.

Tim

LosHollyBeach · 01-28-2010, 07:56 PM

Originally posted by Alfisti

Alright i'll bite, if you need to ask you need to think of a new business idea.

i know more about nikons and canons cameras im just trying to learn about pentax cameras thank you very much

Wheatfield · 01-28-2010, 08:05 PM

This one is probably pretty good:
Pentax Gameseeker Essential Optics Outfit - Gameseeker 4-12x40 Riflescope & DCF 10x42 Binoculars Rifle scope FREE S&H KB60000. Pentax Riflescopes.

Nubi · 01-28-2010, 08:32 PM

Pentax is better than anybody for not being known in this day and age.

LosHollyBeach · 01-28-2010, 08:52 PM

Originally posted by Damn Brit

Welcome to the forum. You can buy any current (or recent) DSLR you like, they will all do the job. Unfortunately it's not that easy, it's the talent of the photographer and the lenses and lighting that count.

thank you .... everyone else save your stupid behind the computer comment for someone else no need to be dickheads seriously grow up

Damn Brit · 01-28-2010, 11:14 PM

Ok guys take it easy, Beginners Corner is supposed to stay friendly.

**Alfisti** · 01-29-2010, 06:24 AM

Originally posted by Nubi

Pentax is better than anybody for not being known in this day and age.

We have two cameras, one full featured and the other neutered, it's pretty clear which to choose if you're planning on being a pro.

jmc7104 · 01-29-2010, 08:24 AM

Originally posted by LosHollyBeach

i am thinking about starting my own photography/styling company and i want to know which pentax is best for like fashion shoots or shoots with people in general? i really want the k-x even though i understand its an entry-level camera and for right now an entry-level camera is what i need so if im going to be doing a lot of practice photo shoots and things is this a good camera or should i buy a different kind?

Honestly I have istDL, K100, K100super, K10, and K20, all digitals and they all are capable of better photo's than my abality can accomplish. I see no reason why the KX would not do the same. Cameras and lens are no better than the operator. Go for it if you like pentax. Ps. most of the people in here are mostly friendly and try to be helpful

**Alfisti** · 01-29-2010, 08:42 AM

Originally posted by jmc7104

Honestly I have istDL, K100, K100super, K10, and K20, all digitals and they all are capable of better photo's than my abality can accomplish. I see no reason why the KX would not do the same. Cameras and lens are no better than the operator. Go for it if you like pentax. Ps. most of the people in here are mostly friendly and try to be helpful

IQ is not the issue, if i am a pro i don't want to be menu digging, i want the better build, I want to be able to select my AF point, I want dual dials, i want external buttons, i want faster everything.

There's no decision to be made here.

AndrewG NY · 01-29-2010, 09:28 AM

The K-x is only missing a few features, and is currently a champ for high-ISO, and is faster than any previous Pentax digital body except for the current flagship K-7. If you're serious about growing however, and aren't planning on pushing the envelope with high-ISO, I'd suggest picking up a K10D or K20D and save your money for glass, flash, and tripod. The K10D and K20D have more of a pro/advanced amateur feature set than the K-x. Not that the K-x is a particularly bad move--it's still a lot of camera for the money--it just has a few niggling economies that people who are used to other models might miss. In particular, no AF point indicators in the viewfinder as well as no ability to manually select individual AF points, no cable release socket (though there is an IR remote), no available portrait/battery grip. Some of us also like the top-panel LCD which other models offer but this one lacks.

If you're comparing the K-x against similar models from other manufacturers, it's pretty competitive.

**Ex Finn.** · 01-29-2010, 04:28 PM

Easy to tell who are stuck in snow waist deep

.. Lighten up, winter only lasts for half a year.

Cheers, Mike.

01-28-2010, 07:20 PM	#1
LosHollyBeach Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 32	which pentax is best for shooting people? i am thinking about starting my own photography/styling company and i want to know which pentax is best for like fashion shoots or shoots with people in general? i really want the k-x even though i understand its an entry-level camera and for right now an entry-level camera is what i need so if im going to be doing a lot of practice photo shoots and things is this a good camera or should i buy a different kind?

01-29-2010, 04:28 PM	#14
Ex Finn. Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southern Maryland. Espoo. Kouvola. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,926	Easy to tell who are stuck in snow waist deep.. Lighten up, winter only lasts for half a year. Cheers, Mike.

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01-28-2010, 07:32 PM	#2
Damn Brit Guest	Welcome to the forum. You can buy any current (or recent) DSLR you like, they will all do the job. Unfortunately it's not that easy, it's the talent of the photographer and the lenses and lighting that count.

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Alfisti Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toronto (for now) Posts: 1,748	Alright i'll bite, if you need to ask you need to think of a new business idea.

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blackcloudbrew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cotati, California USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,386	The one I have in my hand is the answer here. Tim

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LosHollyBeach Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 32 Original Poster	Originally posted by Alfisti Alright i'll bite, if you need to ask you need to think of a new business idea. i know more about nikons and canons cameras im just trying to learn about pentax cameras thank you very much

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Wheatfield Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The wheatfields of Canada Posts: 13,801	This one is probably pretty good: Pentax Gameseeker Essential Optics Outfit - Gameseeker 4-12x40 Riflescope & DCF 10x42 Binoculars Rifle scope FREE S&H KB60000. Pentax Riflescopes.

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Nubi Guest	Pentax is better than anybody for not being known in this day and age.

01-28-2010, 08:52 PM	#8
LosHollyBeach Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 32 Original Poster	Originally posted by Damn Brit Welcome to the forum. You can buy any current (or recent) DSLR you like, they will all do the job. Unfortunately it's not that easy, it's the talent of the photographer and the lenses and lighting that count. thank you .... everyone else save your stupid behind the computer comment for someone else no need to be dickheads seriously grow up

01-28-2010, 11:14 PM	#9
Damn Brit Guest	Ok guys take it easy, Beginners Corner is supposed to stay friendly.

01-29-2010, 06:24 AM	#10
Alfisti Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toronto (for now) Posts: 1,748	Originally posted by Nubi Pentax is better than anybody for not being known in this day and age. We have two cameras, one full featured and the other neutered, it's pretty clear which to choose if you're planning on being a pro.

01-29-2010, 08:24 AM	#11
jmc7104 Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Rock Island, Illinois 61201 Photos: Gallery Posts: 436	Originally posted by LosHollyBeach i am thinking about starting my own photography/styling company and i want to know which pentax is best for like fashion shoots or shoots with people in general? i really want the k-x even though i understand its an entry-level camera and for right now an entry-level camera is what i need so if im going to be doing a lot of practice photo shoots and things is this a good camera or should i buy a different kind? Honestly I have istDL, K100, K100super, K10, and K20, all digitals and they all are capable of better photo's than my abality can accomplish. I see no reason why the KX would not do the same. Cameras and lens are no better than the operator. Go for it if you like pentax. Ps. most of the people in here are mostly friendly and try to be helpful

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01-29-2010, 08:42 AM	#12
Alfisti Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toronto (for now) Posts: 1,748	Originally posted by jmc7104 Honestly I have istDL, K100, K100super, K10, and K20, all digitals and they all are capable of better photo's than my abality can accomplish. I see no reason why the KX would not do the same. Cameras and lens are no better than the operator. Go for it if you like pentax. Ps. most of the people in here are mostly friendly and try to be helpful IQ is not the issue, if i am a pro i don't want to be menu digging, i want the better build, I want to be able to select my AF point, I want dual dials, i want external buttons, i want faster everything. There's no decision to be made here.

01-29-2010, 09:28 AM	#13
AndrewG NY Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Chappaqua, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 688	The K-x is only missing a few features, and is currently a champ for high-ISO, and is faster than any previous Pentax digital body except for the current flagship K-7. If you're serious about growing however, and aren't planning on pushing the envelope with high-ISO, I'd suggest picking up a K10D or K20D and save your money for glass, flash, and tripod. The K10D and K20D have more of a pro/advanced amateur feature set than the K-x. Not that the K-x is a particularly bad move--it's still a lot of camera for the money--it just has a few niggling economies that people who are used to other models might miss. In particular, no AF point indicators in the viewfinder as well as no ability to manually select individual AF points, no cable release socket (though there is an IR remote), no available portrait/battery grip. Some of us also like the top-panel LCD which other models offer but this one lacks. If you're comparing the K-x against similar models from other manufacturers, it's pretty competitive.