The K20D Club

kentster · 08-05-2015, 10:02 PM - **4 Likes**

Here's one from my K20

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kentster · 08-05-2015, 10:03 PM - **2 Likes**

HDR from my k20

kentster · 08-06-2015, 08:21 AM

I've had my k20 for about 6 ish years. Broke my favorite lens and stopped using it for a year or so. Recently had the lens repaired and back at it. I'm really struggling with getting the exposure correct when the lighting isn't perfect. I'm getting under exposed images and then all the detail/sharpness is gone from the image.

I have a Tamron 70-200 fast zoom lens that is awesome at 70-150mm Fully zoomed at 200 it's less than desirable unless the stars align and exposure is perfect.

Eventually i'll upgrade to the K3.

P.J.L. · 08-09-2015, 03:50 PM

Hi,
I've recently purchased a K20D to use with a Sigma 100-300 zoom lens. I find that when taking shots of small birds 300mm is a bit short, so I've purchased a Tokina 80-400mm zoom lens to use on the K20D. Has anyone used this combination? I haven't received it yet, not sure what to expect. My intention is to take pictures of birds and wildlife.
Cheers,
P.J.L.

Arjay Bee · 08-09-2015, 04:31 PM

The Tokina 80-400 is a good lens but does get 'less good' at the long end. I had one but the internal focusing zoom ring broke and was not able to be fixed at a reasonable price - sold for parts. I used it with the K20. It made for a large heavy package. Would like to get a replacement copy of the Tokina sometime but they are quite rare.

**wtlwdwgn** · 08-09-2015, 05:21 PM

I used the Sigma 100-300 f4 with a Sigma 1.4x TC that was beautifully sharp.

kentster · 08-09-2015, 06:24 PM - **1 Like**

Been spending more time focusing on the histogram.... Trying to nail exposure. I think my biggest issue in the past on lack of clarity/detail was under exposing. Really happy with this 9 pic Pano taken yesterday.

Also - anyone have any experience with Takumar lens on your K20?

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Arjay Bee · 08-09-2015, 06:33 PM

Originally posted by kentster

Takumar lens on your K20

There are a number of K20D shots on the Takumar lens club thread. What is your specific question?

kentster · 08-09-2015, 08:57 PM

i guy has one for sale for $65 bucks...is it worth it?

Arjay Bee · 08-10-2015, 12:21 AM

Originally posted by kentster

is it worth it?

Which Takumar and in what condition?

kentster · 08-10-2015, 11:09 AM

Turned out to be a 70-200. I passed..i thought he originally advertised it as a 300mm... I have a couple 200 already...needing 300-400

ChristianRock · 08-10-2015, 11:44 AM

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Rockysan · 08-12-2015, 07:56 PM - **3 Likes**

San Antonio, near Alamo Plaza.

kentster · 08-13-2015, 11:16 AM

Curious how many of us fellow K20d peeps manually adjust your kelvin? Any preferences for cool natural lit sky shots? Do you adjust shot by shot? Or have a setting you leave it on for that particular day/shoot ?

audiobomber · 08-13-2015, 11:31 AM

Originally posted by kentster

Curious how many of us fellow K20d peeps manually adjust your kelvin? Any preferences for cool natural lit sky shots? Do you adjust shot by shot? Or have a setting you leave it on for that particular day/shoot ?

I leave WB on Auto, shoot raw, adjust in post if required.

08-09-2015, 03:50 PM	#214
P.J.L. New Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 3	P.J.L. Hi, I've recently purchased a K20D to use with a Sigma 100-300 zoom lens. I find that when taking shots of small birds 300mm is a bit short, so I've purchased a Tokina 80-400mm zoom lens to use on the K20D. Has anyone used this combination? I haven't received it yet, not sure what to expect. My intention is to take pictures of birds and wildlife. Cheers, P.J.L.

08-10-2015, 11:44 AM	#222
ChristianRock Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: People's Republic of America Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,910	[IMG][/IMG] (xposted)

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08-06-2015, 08:21 AM	#213
kentster Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Bremerton, Washington Posts: 287	I've had my k20 for about 6 ish years. Broke my favorite lens and stopped using it for a year or so. Recently had the lens repaired and back at it. I'm really struggling with getting the exposure correct when the lighting isn't perfect. I'm getting under exposed images and then all the detail/sharpness is gone from the image. I have a Tamron 70-200 fast zoom lens that is awesome at 70-150mm Fully zoomed at 200 it's less than desirable unless the stars align and exposure is perfect. Eventually i'll upgrade to the K3.

08-09-2015, 04:31 PM	#215
Arjay Bee Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Horn Island, Torres Straits, Q Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,715	The Tokina 80-400 is a good lens but does get 'less good' at the long end. I had one but the internal focusing zoom ring broke and was not able to be fixed at a reasonable price - sold for parts. I used it with the K20. It made for a large heavy package. Would like to get a replacement copy of the Tokina sometime but they are quite rare.

08-09-2015, 05:21 PM	#216
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,838 Original Poster	I used the Sigma 100-300 f4 with a Sigma 1.4x TC that was beautifully sharp.

08-09-2015, 06:33 PM	#218
Arjay Bee Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Horn Island, Torres Straits, Q Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,715	Originally posted by kentster Takumar lens on your K20 There are a number of K20D shots on the Takumar lens club thread. What is your specific question?

08-09-2015, 08:57 PM	#219
kentster Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Bremerton, Washington Posts: 287	i guy has one for sale for $65 bucks...is it worth it?

08-10-2015, 12:21 AM	#220
Arjay Bee Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Horn Island, Torres Straits, Q Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,715	Originally posted by kentster is it worth it? Which Takumar and in what condition?

08-10-2015, 11:09 AM	#221
kentster Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Bremerton, Washington Posts: 287	Turned out to be a 70-200. I passed..i thought he originally advertised it as a 300mm... I have a couple 200 already...needing 300-400

08-13-2015, 11:16 AM	#224
kentster Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Bremerton, Washington Posts: 287	Curious how many of us fellow K20d peeps manually adjust your kelvin? Any preferences for cool natural lit sky shots? Do you adjust shot by shot? Or have a setting you leave it on for that particular day/shoot ?

08-13-2015, 11:31 AM	#225
audiobomber Veteran Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Sudbury, Ontario Photos: Albums Posts: 6,806	Originally posted by kentster Curious how many of us fellow K20d peeps manually adjust your kelvin? Any preferences for cool natural lit sky shots? Do you adjust shot by shot? Or have a setting you leave it on for that particular day/shoot ? I leave WB on Auto, shoot raw, adjust in post if required.