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Femto1969 · 05-26-2017, 06:56 AM

Folks,

An unintended consequence of me going with the ultra simple k1000 is that my girlfriend is actually interested in trying out photography with it! She's turned off by digital firstly, and secondly, the simplicity of the k1000 is a huge appeal. I can teach her the basics of exposure, shutter speed and ISO with this camera easily. So I'm actually really glad I went with this model since there's nothing to distract or confuse a student photographer!

ctrout · 05-26-2017, 10:43 AM

And that is the appeal of the K1000. That is why it has been the most highly recommended camera for students by instructors. Many people are confused that the K1000 is so highlyrecommended because it is the best camera ever for everyone and anyone. It is recommended so highly for students because they are beginning photographers who benefit from the simplicity of this model. Once a person progresses beyond the level of a beginning photography student and they have a firm grasp on the basics of exposure, other cameras with additional features become more desireable. What do pediatricians recommend for newborn infants eat? Breastmilk. How weird would it be if we all ran around insisting that breastmilk is the best food for all humans, no matter their age or developmental level?

**ChrisPlatt** · 05-26-2017, 12:54 PM

Sometimes using the simplest equipment can benefit even an advanced user.
This can help one focus on the most important basic aspects of photography.

Chris

Pioneer · 05-28-2017, 02:18 PM

Originally posted by ctrout

And that is the appeal of the K1000. That is why it has been the most highly recommended camera for students by instructors. Many people are confused that the K1000 is so highlyrecommended because it is the best camera ever for everyone and anyone. It is recommended so highly for students because they are beginning photographers who benefit from the simplicity of this model. Once a person progresses beyond the level of a beginning photography student and they have a firm grasp on the basics of exposure, other cameras with additional features become more desireable. What do pediatricians recommend for newborn infants eat? Breastmilk. How weird would it be if we all ran around insisting that breastmilk is the best food for all humans, no matter their age or developmental level?

Breast milk and cameras may not have been the best analogy.

**Alex645** · 05-28-2017, 02:24 PM

Originally posted by Pioneer

Breast milk and cameras may not have been the best analogy.

True, but it makes sense. Now if Pentax reissued an all manual 35mm SLR called the K-BM, Iʻd be very curious what BM stood for.

ctrout · 05-28-2017, 05:04 PM - **1 Like**

Better breast milk than bowel movement right?

**Alex645** · 05-28-2017, 08:27 PM

Originally posted by ctrout

Better breast milk than bowel movement right?

I think it depends on the age...

But back to the K1000 question, I do think a K1000 is great for anyone new to film and to the exposure triangle. But of course, there are better models with more automation and features once they can fully appreciate the pros and cons of manual vs. automation.

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05-26-2017, 06:56 AM	#46
Femto1969 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Photos: Gallery Posts: 120 Original Poster	Folks, An unintended consequence of me going with the ultra simple k1000 is that my girlfriend is actually interested in trying out photography with it! She's turned off by digital firstly, and secondly, the simplicity of the k1000 is a huge appeal. I can teach her the basics of exposure, shutter speed and ISO with this camera easily. So I'm actually really glad I went with this model since there's nothing to distract or confuse a student photographer!

05-26-2017, 10:43 AM	#47
ctrout Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Photos: Gallery Posts: 444	And that is the appeal of the K1000. That is why it has been the most highly recommended camera for students by instructors. Many people are confused that the K1000 is so highlyrecommended because it is the best camera ever for everyone and anyone. It is recommended so highly for students because they are beginning photographers who benefit from the simplicity of this model. Once a person progresses beyond the level of a beginning photography student and they have a firm grasp on the basics of exposure, other cameras with additional features become more desireable. What do pediatricians recommend for newborn infants eat? Breastmilk. How weird would it be if we all ran around insisting that breastmilk is the best food for all humans, no matter their age or developmental level?

05-26-2017, 12:54 PM	#48
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,702	Sometimes using the simplest equipment can benefit even an advanced user. This can help one focus on the most important basic aspects of photography. Chris

05-28-2017, 02:18 PM	#49
Pioneer Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Wandering the Streets Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,411	Originally posted by ctrout And that is the appeal of the K1000. That is why it has been the most highly recommended camera for students by instructors. Many people are confused that the K1000 is so highlyrecommended because it is the best camera ever for everyone and anyone. It is recommended so highly for students because they are beginning photographers who benefit from the simplicity of this model. Once a person progresses beyond the level of a beginning photography student and they have a firm grasp on the basics of exposure, other cameras with additional features become more desireable. What do pediatricians recommend for newborn infants eat? Breastmilk. How weird would it be if we all ran around insisting that breastmilk is the best food for all humans, no matter their age or developmental level? Breast milk and cameras may not have been the best analogy.

05-28-2017, 02:24 PM	#50
Alex645 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2015 Location: Kaneohe, HI Photos: Albums Posts: 3,527	Originally posted by Pioneer Breast milk and cameras may not have been the best analogy. True, but it makes sense. Now if Pentax reissued an all manual 35mm SLR called the K-BM, Iʻd be very curious what BM stood for.

05-28-2017, 05:04 PM - 1 Like	#51
ctrout Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Photos: Gallery Posts: 444	Better breast milk than bowel movement right?

05-28-2017, 08:27 PM	#52
Alex645 Site Supporter Join Date: May 2015 Location: Kaneohe, HI Photos: Albums Posts: 3,527	Originally posted by ctrout Better breast milk than bowel movement right? I think it depends on the age... But back to the K1000 question, I do think a K1000 is great for anyone new to film and to the exposure triangle. But of course, there are better models with more automation and features once they can fully appreciate the pros and cons of manual vs. automation.

Should I buy a k1000?

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