is pentax K-R good to start of with?
I will suggest finding a 2nd hand K30 or a new one if budget allows.
I reviewed the K30 here.
http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1235771&highlight=k30
Bottom line, entry level price but features and capabilities of a higher end dslr.
2 scroll wheels, 100% viewfinder, pentaprism, excellent 16mp sensor and op, built in shake reduction, weather sealing, small lenses.
I will suggest finding a 2nd hand K30 or a new one if budget allows.
I reviewed the K30 here.
http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1235771&highlight=k30
Bottom line, entry level price but features and capabilities of a higher end dslr.
2 scroll wheels, 100% viewfinder, pentaprism, excellent 16mp sensor and op, built in shake reduction, weather sealing, small lenses.
is pentax K-R good to start of with?
is pentax K-R good to start of with?
honestly, NO. its too old. get at least a K30. i always believe that for a start, u need to have confidence in your gear. otherwise, u may keep doubting your gear. the body itself nothing wrong. but you may keep wondering because its an older model.
It's ok but high ISO capability wise a bit dated.
With the K-30 around the K-R looks inferior but it is still a kickass camera imho. I used it for a while and the only minus for me was the battery life. But batteries are cheap. So if your budget is limited and you can find it for a steal why not? But if you can afford the K-30 then just go for K-30.
Some of my favourite pictures (I have a few with every camera haha) are taken with a K-r.
honestly, NO. its too old. get at least a K30. i always believe that for a start, u need to have confidence in your gear. otherwise, u may keep doubting your gear. the body itself nothing wrong. but you may keep wondering because its an older model.
dont like that leh... i still using K-r :embrass:
It's ok but high ISO capability wise a bit dated.
With the K-30 around the K-R looks inferior but it is still a kickass camera imho. I used it for a while and the only minus for me was the battery life. But batteries are cheap. So if your budget is limited and you can find it for a steal why not? But if you can afford the K-30 then just go for K-30.
Some of my favourite pictures (I have a few with every camera haha) are taken with a K-r.
(ISO3200)
yeah,for now i am really on tight budget.unless i save alot more and wait longer....
hmmm,To me,as long as you understand the camera I think its all about the hands..unsure though.hahahha..and am not planning to go really pro on photography...maybe slowly progress as i have few other hobbies..hahaha
i am planning to take pictures of toys ( main) others would be depending of my creativity level,which is low.if K-R is a decent one,maybe i should get it as a start...?
hmmmm unsure.lol
like what? i'm just being honest here :bsmilie: there is nothing wrong with the K-R and if u are happily using it, good for u - u won't be the one doubting your own gear.
but buy 2nd hand, its unavoidable - esp for newbies, esp if its an older model, if heart not comfortable, every small thing also start to doubt. damn sian one :sweat:
I used the K-X for a long time. when K5 came out, K-X prices on BnS lelong until i couldnt be bothered to sell. I upgraded to K5 anyway. later, when a friend wanted to start on photography, i sold him the kit-lens and body at "friendship price". guess what? i keep hearing :complain:"eh, not very sharp leh... " from time to time... the gear is fine. but once he take out his gear in front of other pple with newer, flashier, more expensive gear, it fugs up his head and he gets very insecure.
human mind very hard to predict one... i rather play devils advocate up front.
i were u, i might prefer to get an LX7 with a radio trigger and a few cheap slave flash.
Just shoot a small toy with Q+adapter+F50 macro lens and show him what you mean. PS I have a Q to sell , since I have Q10 also, if he is convincedAt least recommend him a Q or MX1 lah!