Originally posted by Daniel77 I am new to Digital SLR's. I ordered a KX this morning from B and H. It is refurbished but I am cool with that. I began researching cameras a few weeks ago and just assumed I would be buying. Nikon or Canon,but after reading and researching tons of cameras I decided the KX is exactly what I need. I wanted the KR but after looking at it the KX was still the right camera for me.
This is my first Dslr and my first Pentax. it will be here on Friday and I can't wait!
I went through the same process and came to the same conclusion about 9 months ago, and I don't regret it at all. Enjoy! After getting a bunch of other lenses, I have found that the kit lens is quite decent, particularly on the wide end.
I don't know how experienced you are with SLRs, but what really got me understanding how exposure works was getting a manual focus prime lens. Once you've settled into your K-x, I suggest picking up an SMC Pentax-M 50 f/1.4 for $50-$75 and enjoy! It's the best quality-to-price ratio you will find, period. If you have more funds, and prefer the autofocus option, you could grab a DA 35mm f/2.4 for about $190. I don't have that one, but I want it because I've seen a lot of photos and heard a lot of reports that are all great.