Originally posted by vonBaloney Not on A mode, but if you turn the ring just like any other manual lens on your K1000 to set the aperture yourself then it will work fine. And no autofocus, naturally -- doesn't look like that lens has much of focus ring. So while it is not particularly well-suited, it will work.
correct i just wanted to make sure that the auto feature didnt render it incompatible with my k1000.
Originally posted by Just1MoreDave That particular lens will work fine, but the same optics are in the older versions for less. If it's just for the K1000, you can get by with the one labeled Superwide, which has no A position. Superwide II has the A, AF Superwide has autofocus. On a K1000, the lens really is super wide. A hood is recommended; the coatings are not great for flare reduction. The original hood is OK.
Other alternatives for the K1000 are the Kino Precision Kiron 24mm f2. It's a bit bigger and heavier, 55mm filter vs. 52mm on the Sigma. Make sure the aperture isn't oily.
thanks it says it comes with a uv filter and a sigma clip on lens hood. i am also open to suggestions seeing as im not very knowledgeable on good glass. i am currently trolling ebay to see what they have.
i also just noticed how small the focusing ring is haha if anyone has any suggestions for nice budget friendly f2.8 24mm or 28mm lenses i am listening.