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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II
02-16-2018, 09:50 PM
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Yes, I actually only have $3500 for the camera plus lenses. Thanks, @ChristianRock, that's a good suggestion. I've been going back and forth between the 24-70 and the 28-105.
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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II
02-14-2018, 09:54 PM
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Okay, another question: what about a tripod? Is it necessary at this stage and if so, which one? Any other essential accessories?
Also about holding off buying the K-1 - I'm flying to the States for a visit in late March and want to order the camera then. If Pentax does a new release of the K-1... and if it's in early March... when can I expect a drop in prices?
Thanks again for your invaluable help. One thing that has me swaying toward the Pentax is this forum. There seems to be so much advice, even for people of my level.
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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II
02-13-2018, 12:56 PM
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First of all, I appreciate all the replies so far. You're really helping me make the decision on the lenses. I'd love the 24-70 but I think it's too expensive for me for right now - probably will stick with the 28-105.
I've considered APS-C - but I'm going to go with FF and hope to grow into it.
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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II
02-13-2018, 11:38 AM
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Oops, you're right. I meant the 28-105 kit lens.
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Forum: Pentax K-1 & K-1 II
02-13-2018, 11:01 AM
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Hi,
I'm an amateur photographer, new on the forum, who's been using an entry level DSLR for the past two years (Canon Rebel t5) and is interested in making the jump to full frame. I'm interested mostly in landscapes, macro, and portraits, although as a hobbyist I'd still like to take occasional action shots and street photos. Video doesn't interest me.
After doing a lot of research, I'm definitely leaning toward getting the K-1... but still looking at the Nikon D750 and the Canon 6D Mark ii. The features that attract me to the K-1 are the weather sealing (I love taking shots in the rain), the image quality, the in-body stabilization, and the buttons on the frame which seem to make the camera easier to use rather than hunting in menus. I'd like to try some night shooting as well (events/street scenes, not stars).
I don't have any lenses yet - for any system - and can spend about $3000 - 3500. With the Pentax I'm thinking of going with the 24-120 kit lens, the 100 mm for macro and possibly the 43 mm f1.9 for portraits.
Questions:
1. Is the K-1 too much camera for me? I'm still figuring out some of the basics like managing ISO and shutter speed. I'm very willing to learn and if I'm going to learn, I'd like a decent system. The quality of my Canon has been really frustrating to me (I know, I know, blame the photographer, not the camera...).
2. For those with some experience with the Canon D6Mii or the Nikon D750, would you recommend them over the K-1?
3. Are my lens choices appropriate for someone at my level?
I keep coming back to the K-1 and really appreciate how passionate some of the reviews are. Thanks in advance.
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