old pentax lenses: I have a Pentax manual camera from way back...Is it possible to use the manual lenses from that camera on the K10D?
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Michael- A seller on EBay (search super takumar lenses) claims that you can, with an adaptor. But I can't verify this and would also like to know.
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yes, one of the real joys of Pentax. I have Pentax, Sigma and Tamron lenses I have used on Pentax cameras over the years and have had no problem upgrading/switching. Presently on a trip to Yellowstone and Glacier Parks to hopefully capture some of their fall colors and this will be my first serious outing with the new K5II....looking forward to it. Anyway, I highly recommend Pentax......
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Dear Gentle Giant,Check if your lens can attach to a newer Pentax camera first. You can do that in a local shop. As Pentax uses PKA type mount and this adapter accepts that. I think some old Asahi lenses had screw or different mounts.Keep in mind though, that you will only be able to use the camera in Aperture priority or manual modes. And that focusing and f-stop selection is done manually.
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Yes. M mount lens ( 1970's etc ) can be made to fit with an M to K adapter. The K5's are all K mounts. All D DA and DA* lens are made to fit perfectly with APS C chip.The M lens were obviously made to fit 35 mm film since that's all we had back then. You won't have any of the digital functions since there is no way to make contact with the mount sensors. It forces you to shoot manual. Other than that minor issue, Pentax glass is still considered some of the best glass ever made.
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If they were used on a Pentax camera YES. I have a number of old lens from an ME and type K Pentax film camera. You need to follow the instructions from Pentax. Manual settings for the old film cameras
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The reason for looking at this camera is because I have a Pentax SLR, and have some money invested in the Lens', And was under the understanding that I can use the same lens? I am hoping that with the purchasse that they will work! I am ok with out the metering? As long as I can do it manually?
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I upgraded from the K-5 to the K-3. Both are excellent cameras, but the K-3 is definitely superior. Regarding lenses - I have 30 year old Pentax lens that work on the K-3 (manual mode only) as well well as more recent Pentax and Sigma lenses that work in either manual or automatic modes.
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The beauty of Pentax digital cameras is that my manual camera lens fit too. The lens you are looking at is a wonderful lens. I hope this helps.
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Yes, Pentax lenses are famous for their interchangeability. I use one of these daily for getting up close with nature, you know bugs and rocks and stuff.
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With the proper adapter there should be no problem but I have no experience adapting Pentax k lenses to Canon bodies.
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Yes all the DA Pentax and Promaster (Pentax mount) lenses work with the K-3
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I ordered the lens to work with my Pentax K-50. Be sure to get the 2X teleconverter with the lens. You can get T-mount adapters for the lens to fit several camera mountings.
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I was a little concerned also because what I found was that this "Body Only" K-5 II was actually a K-5 II Kit with the Kit zoom lens removed. I examined the camera, cables, manuals, charger, etc. very carefully and I found no indication whatsoever that the camera had ever been used. I kept the camera and love it! This was an upgrade from a K10D so I kept my lenses, flash, filters, etc. I really believe the K-5 II is the equal of any DX sensor camera on the market. Pentax doesn't get enough respect!!
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yes Pentax is famous for being able to interchange lenses, however some of the earlier bodies will not give you full auto functions, I would check with the chart available from Pentax to make sure if you will get full functionality
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I have this lenses and it worked very good on my K500 PENTAX. Which is almost the same as the K50. This I hope is some help.
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It works perfectly with my Pentax K10 and it is my understanding that it should work with the K5 and all other Pentax DSLR's made since the K10..according to Pentax. I actually bought 2 for this reason.
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I don't have a K3 (sadly), but I do know that this lens is fully compatible with my K5 and K5IIs. Therefore, I am confident that it is fully compatible with your K3. Pentax seems to be a company that avoids incompatibilities between cameras and lenses. I have often wondered where this advice came from - no idea, but I believe it to be either incorrect or based on criteria of which most of us are unaware.