5 lens kit for K1000

nickthetasmaniac · 08-31-2018, 03:29 AM

Originally posted by 08amczb

The K series has 52m filter threads in general. Now I prefer K series, but I can't really explain why. I read about better IQ with K series, but I couldn't check it. Size is not an issue with these lenses I think.

Yep I realise that. I wasn't suggesting the M series because of the filter thread, rather just the benefit of getting a whole line-up of lenses from the same series (rather than getting a mix of M and K lenses and needing both 52mm and 49mm filters). It's not a huge issue, just a convenience thing...

Vendee · 08-31-2018, 04:01 AM

Originally posted by 08amczb

I really like the 35mm FoV and I do much more portrait work than anything other, so speed is important for me. Does the sharpness difference visible on film too?
I wouldn't like to use MF glass on DSLRs. I wear glasses and I does not see what's in focus with modern viewfinders. In LV the KP needs too much batteries for a day, so I stick to high end AF lenses.

I only use my k35 with film SLRs. My DSLR is a Canon full frame so the K35 can't be used on it, even with an adaptor.

timw4mail · 08-31-2018, 08:03 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by 08amczb

The K series has 52m filter threads in general. Now I prefer K series, but I can't really explain why. I read about better IQ with K series, but I couldn't check it. Size is not an issue with these lenses I think.

The K series is the closest you get to the M42 Takumar/Super-Takumar/S-M-C Takumar build quality and feel. The M series is not bad, but the K series lenses just tend to be that little bit nicer (At least in my experience).

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08-31-2018, 03:29 AM	#16
nickthetasmaniac Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 2,361	Originally posted by 08amczb The K series has 52m filter threads in general. Now I prefer K series, but I can't really explain why. I read about better IQ with K series, but I couldn't check it. Size is not an issue with these lenses I think. Yep I realise that. I wasn't suggesting the M series because of the filter thread, rather just the benefit of getting a whole line-up of lenses from the same series (rather than getting a mix of M and K lenses and needing both 52mm and 49mm filters). It's not a huge issue, just a convenience thing...

08-31-2018, 04:01 AM	#17
Vendee Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Norfolk, UK Posts: 1,134	Originally posted by 08amczb I really like the 35mm FoV and I do much more portrait work than anything other, so speed is important for me. Does the sharpness difference visible on film too? I wouldn't like to use MF glass on DSLRs. I wear glasses and I does not see what's in focus with modern viewfinders. In LV the KP needs too much batteries for a day, so I stick to high end AF lenses. I only use my k35 with film SLRs. My DSLR is a Canon full frame so the K35 can't be used on it, even with an adaptor.

08-31-2018, 08:03 PM - 1 Like	#18
timw4mail Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Driving a Mirage Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,670	Originally posted by 08amczb The K series has 52m filter threads in general. Now I prefer K series, but I can't really explain why. I read about better IQ with K series, but I couldn't check it. Size is not an issue with these lenses I think. The K series is the closest you get to the M42 Takumar/Super-Takumar/S-M-C Takumar build quality and feel. The M series is not bad, but the K series lenses just tend to be that little bit nicer (At least in my experience).