I got a K-1

**Serkevan** · 09-04-2019, 01:17 AM - **9 Likes**

So... I bit the bullet.

I very recently came across some extra income from work, and what were the odds, a used K-1 for 830€, 12k shutter count? Well... after some encouragement from friends and loved ones I decided to go for it.

I could not be happier. This thing runs circles all over the poor K-7: Detail, ISO, AF performance, VF, even ergonomics are somehow even better (and the K-7 was already 10/10 there!). The third dial is genius. The 5-axis SR is unbelievable, half a second at 35mm! And, perhaps most importantly, those gorgeous Pentax-M primes and the Tamron 90mm are all yelling in excitement because now they feel far more at home.

My only concern is substituting my standard zoom (Tammy 17-50), but I got a super cheap Tokina AF 35-70 that I'm actually liking quite a lot. And honestly, considering how the K-1 goes to ISO 3200 better than the K-7 was at 800 I am not worried about the lower speed of the lens.

I cannot wait for the next photo outing!

biz-engineer · 09-04-2019, 02:09 AM

K1 at that price is a steal. I paid my K1 2000 Euros back in 2016 when it was released. I can't believe such a good camera can now be had for about 1K Euros (830E in your case).

**Serkevan** · 09-04-2019, 02:13 AM

Originally posted by biz-engineer

K1 at that price is a steal. I paid my K1 2000 Euros back in 2016 when it was released. I can't believe such a good camera can now be had for about 1K Euros (830E in your case).

I have been seeing them recently at around 900-950€ used, but this one was like "wow".

**BigMackCam** · 09-04-2019, 02:36 AM

Congratulations... that's one heck of a deal !!

Billk · 09-04-2019, 02:46 AM

It will be one of your best purchases ever.

**clackers** · 09-04-2019, 03:27 AM

Congratulations, Serkevan, have fun!

MarkJerling · 09-04-2019, 04:06 AM

Originally posted by Serkevan

So... I bit the bullet.

I very recently came across some extra income from work, and what were the odds, a used K-1 for 830€, 12k shutter count? Well... after some encouragement from friends and loved ones I decided to go for it.

I could not be happier. This thing runs circles all over the poor K-7: Detail, ISO, AF performance, VF, even ergonomics are somehow even better (and the K-7 was already 10/10 there!). The third dial is genius. The 5-axis SR is unbelievable, half a second at 35mm! And, perhaps most importantly, those gorgeous Pentax-M primes and the Tamron 90mm are all yelling in excitement because now they feel far more at home.

My only concern is substituting my standard zoom (Tammy 17-50), but I got a super cheap Tokina AF 35-70 that I'm actually liking quite a lot. And honestly, considering how the K-1 goes to ISO 3200 better than the K-7 was at 800 I am not worried about the lower speed of the lens.

I cannot wait for the next photo outing!

Congratulations! You're going to love it.

C_Jones · 09-04-2019, 08:57 AM

The K-1 is a very nice camera. It is capable of a lot.

texandrews · 09-04-2019, 09:07 AM

Originally posted by Serkevan

So... I bit the bullet.

I very recently came across some extra income from work, and what were the odds, a used K-1 for 830€, 12k shutter count? Well... after some encouragement from friends and loved ones I decided to go for it.

I could not be happier. This thing runs circles all over the poor K-7: Detail, ISO, AF performance, VF, even ergonomics are somehow even better (and the K-7 was already 10/10 there!). The third dial is genius. The 5-axis SR is unbelievable, half a second at 35mm! And, perhaps most importantly, those gorgeous Pentax-M primes and the Tamron 90mm are all yelling in excitement because now they feel far more at home.

My only concern is substituting my standard zoom (Tammy 17-50), but I got a super cheap Tokina AF 35-70 that I'm actually liking quite a lot. And honestly, considering how the K-1 goes to ISO 3200 better than the K-7 was at 800 I am not worried about the lower speed of the lens.

I cannot wait for the next photo outing!

You made a great decision---and already you can tell you did. Good on your loved ones for encouraging you.

**mikesbike** · 09-04-2019, 01:09 PM - **1 Like**

12K shutter count is nothing. You've got a marvelous deal there, and a huge step up from the K-7! Now you can use the money you've saved for perhaps the FA 35mm f/2, updated with HD coatings, and or the FA 42mm f/1.9 Limited. Both are very much at home on a K-1, having been designed for 35mm film, and are very versatile for walk-around use. I have both (non-HD coatings) and for years both were favorites on my film bodies.

I have not yet taken the FF DSLR plunge, but those lenses do beckon, as does another favorite, my Tokina 28-70mm f/2.6-2.8 ATX Pro II.

For a fine-performing all-around zoom lens, however, you might eventually consider getting the DFA 28-105mm lens, very versatile and offering WR construction.

**Serkevan** · 09-04-2019, 01:21 PM

Originally posted by mikesbike

12K shutter count is nothing. You've got a marvelous deal there, and a huge step up from the K-7! Now you can use the money you've saved for perhaps the FA 35mm f/2, updated with HD coatings, and or the FA 42mm f/1.9 Limited. Both are very much at home on a K-1, having been designed for 35mm film, and are very versatile for walk-around use. I have both (non-HD coatings) and for years both were favorites on my film bodies.

I have not yet taken the FF DSLR plunge, but those lenses do beckon, as does another favorite, my Tokina 28-70mm f/2.6-2.8 ATX Pro II.

For a fine-performing all-around zoom lens, however, you might eventually consider getting the DFA 28-105mm lens, very versatile and offering WR construction.

I have been actually considering MOST of these lenses already

. But one step at a time... I plan to have this body for a loooong while now, and I have (I think, hah) enough decent lenses for my photography... the 28-70 Tokina is now earning a long hard look though :P

**kiwi_jono** · 09-04-2019, 01:25 PM

You are unlikely to go wrong with that deal!

Its a great camera and I'm sure you will enjoy it.

**Apet-Sure** · 09-04-2019, 04:46 PM

Excited for you. Enjoy!

**Papa_Joe** · 09-05-2019, 08:13 AM

Congratiulations!

If you like the Tamron 35-70, my modest proposal would be to get hands on a F 35-70 SMC (be carefull, there are plenty of non-SMC).

Have fun!

**Serkevan** · 09-05-2019, 10:09 AM

Originally posted by Papa_Joe

Congratiulations!

If you like the Tamron 35-70, my modest proposal would be to get hands on a F 35-70 SMC (be carefull, there are plenty of non-SMC).

Have fun!

That was my first option, it would have been the perfect fit (focuses closer than the Tokina and it's quite lighter). However, I didn't get it on two different auctions and all my other options were in the ~100€ range, while the Tokina was 24€, so for now it stays

09-04-2019, 01:17 AM - 9 Likes	#1
Serkevan Site Supporter Join Date: May 2019 Photos: Albums Posts: 5,976	I got a K-1 So... I bit the bullet. I very recently came across some extra income from work, and what were the odds, a used K-1 for 830€, 12k shutter count? Well... after some encouragement from friends and loved ones I decided to go for it. I could not be happier. This thing runs circles all over the poor K-7: Detail, ISO, AF performance, VF, even ergonomics are somehow even better (and the K-7 was already 10/10 there!). The third dial is genius. The 5-axis SR is unbelievable, half a second at 35mm! And, perhaps most importantly, those gorgeous Pentax-M primes and the Tamron 90mm are all yelling in excitement because now they feel far more at home. My only concern is substituting my standard zoom (Tammy 17-50), but I got a super cheap Tokina AF 35-70 that I'm actually liking quite a lot. And honestly, considering how the K-1 goes to ISO 3200 better than the K-7 was at 800 I am not worried about the lower speed of the lens. I cannot wait for the next photo outing!

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09-04-2019, 02:09 AM	#2
biz-engineer Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 12,231	K1 at that price is a steal. I paid my K1 2000 Euros back in 2016 when it was released. I can't believe such a good camera can now be had for about 1K Euros (830E in your case).

09-04-2019, 02:13 AM	#3
Serkevan Site Supporter Join Date: May 2019 Photos: Albums Posts: 5,976 Original Poster	Originally posted by biz-engineer K1 at that price is a steal. I paid my K1 2000 Euros back in 2016 when it was released. I can't believe such a good camera can now be had for about 1K Euros (830E in your case). I have been seeing them recently at around 900-950€ used, but this one was like "wow".

09-04-2019, 02:36 AM	#4
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,669	Congratulations... that's one heck of a deal !!

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Billk Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Posts: 349	It will be one of your best purchases ever.

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clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Congratulations, Serkevan, have fun!

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MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,405	Originally posted by Serkevan So... I bit the bullet. I very recently came across some extra income from work, and what were the odds, a used K-1 for 830€, 12k shutter count? Well... after some encouragement from friends and loved ones I decided to go for it. I could not be happier. This thing runs circles all over the poor K-7: Detail, ISO, AF performance, VF, even ergonomics are somehow even better (and the K-7 was already 10/10 there!). The third dial is genius. The 5-axis SR is unbelievable, half a second at 35mm! And, perhaps most importantly, those gorgeous Pentax-M primes and the Tamron 90mm are all yelling in excitement because now they feel far more at home. My only concern is substituting my standard zoom (Tammy 17-50), but I got a super cheap Tokina AF 35-70 that I'm actually liking quite a lot. And honestly, considering how the K-1 goes to ISO 3200 better than the K-7 was at 800 I am not worried about the lower speed of the lens. I cannot wait for the next photo outing! Congratulations! You're going to love it.

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C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,084	The K-1 is a very nice camera. It is capable of a lot.

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texandrews Moderator Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Baltimore Photos: Albums Posts: 3,390	Originally posted by Serkevan So... I bit the bullet. I very recently came across some extra income from work, and what were the odds, a used K-1 for 830€, 12k shutter count? Well... after some encouragement from friends and loved ones I decided to go for it. I could not be happier. This thing runs circles all over the poor K-7: Detail, ISO, AF performance, VF, even ergonomics are somehow even better (and the K-7 was already 10/10 there!). The third dial is genius. The 5-axis SR is unbelievable, half a second at 35mm! And, perhaps most importantly, those gorgeous Pentax-M primes and the Tamron 90mm are all yelling in excitement because now they feel far more at home. My only concern is substituting my standard zoom (Tammy 17-50), but I got a super cheap Tokina AF 35-70 that I'm actually liking quite a lot. And honestly, considering how the K-1 goes to ISO 3200 better than the K-7 was at 800 I am not worried about the lower speed of the lens. I cannot wait for the next photo outing! You made a great decision---and already you can tell you did. Good on your loved ones for encouraging you.

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mikesbike Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Southeastern Michigan Posts: 4,549	12K shutter count is nothing. You've got a marvelous deal there, and a huge step up from the K-7! Now you can use the money you've saved for perhaps the FA 35mm f/2, updated with HD coatings, and or the FA 42mm f/1.9 Limited. Both are very much at home on a K-1, having been designed for 35mm film, and are very versatile for walk-around use. I have both (non-HD coatings) and for years both were favorites on my film bodies. I have not yet taken the FF DSLR plunge, but those lenses do beckon, as does another favorite, my Tokina 28-70mm f/2.6-2.8 ATX Pro II. For a fine-performing all-around zoom lens, however, you might eventually consider getting the DFA 28-105mm lens, very versatile and offering WR construction.

09-04-2019, 01:21 PM	#11
Serkevan Site Supporter Join Date: May 2019 Photos: Albums Posts: 5,976 Original Poster	Originally posted by mikesbike 12K shutter count is nothing. You've got a marvelous deal there, and a huge step up from the K-7! Now you can use the money you've saved for perhaps the FA 35mm f/2, updated with HD coatings, and or the FA 42mm f/1.9 Limited. Both are very much at home on a K-1, having been designed for 35mm film, and are very versatile for walk-around use. I have both (non-HD coatings) and for years both were favorites on my film bodies. I have not yet taken the FF DSLR plunge, but those lenses do beckon, as does another favorite, my Tokina 28-70mm f/2.6-2.8 ATX Pro II. For a fine-performing all-around zoom lens, however, you might eventually consider getting the DFA 28-105mm lens, very versatile and offering WR construction. I have been actually considering MOST of these lenses already . But one step at a time... I plan to have this body for a loooong while now, and I have (I think, hah) enough decent lenses for my photography... the 28-70 Tokina is now earning a long hard look though :P

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kiwi_jono Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Christchurch, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,437	You are unlikely to go wrong with that deal! Its a great camera and I'm sure you will enjoy it.

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Apet-Sure Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Goldsboro North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,861	Excited for you. Enjoy!

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Papa_Joe Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: SW Bavaria Posts: 562	Congratiulations! If you like the Tamron 35-70, my modest proposal would be to get hands on a F 35-70 SMC (be carefull, there are plenty of non-SMC). Have fun!

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Serkevan Site Supporter Join Date: May 2019 Photos: Albums Posts: 5,976 Original Poster	Originally posted by Papa_Joe Congratiulations! If you like the Tamron 35-70, my modest proposal would be to get hands on a F 35-70 SMC (be carefull, there are plenty of non-SMC). Have fun! That was my first option, it would have been the perfect fit (focuses closer than the Tokina and it's quite lighter). However, I didn't get it on two different auctions and all my other options were in the ~100€ range, while the Tokina was 24€, so for now it stays