Pentax positives:
* can mount all M42 lenses with an adapter.
* can use aperture priority with any lens (no need for a chipped adapter)
* focus confirm with any lens (no need for a chipped adapter)
* interchangeable focus screens
* no lenses require mirror shaving
* image stabilization with all lenses (no chipped adapter required)
* ability to control aperture through camera body with old A, F, FA lenses
* live view for precision focusing
Pentax negatives:
* no ability to control aperture through camera body (except for A, F, FA lenses)
* some lenses brands need to be converted - cannot be adapted
* no rokkors - unless lens is converted
I recommend:
Pentax K7 Semi-pro features in a very compact body.
100% viewfinder, magnesium body, weather sealed, Live View and many more.
A cheaper way to go is Pentax K-x, very small body with great high ISO IQ.
Pentax positives:
* can mount all M42 lenses with an adapter.
* can use aperture priority with any lens (no need for a chipped adapter)
* focus confirm with any lens (no need for a chipped adapter
* interchangeable focus screens
* no lenses require mirror shaving
* image stabilization with all lenses (no chipped adapter required)
* ability to control aperture through camera body with old A, F, FA lenses
* live view for precision focusing
Pentax negatives:
* no ability to control aperture through camera body (except for A, F, FA lenses)
* some lenses brands need to be converted - cannot be adapted
* no rokkors - unless lens is converted
Nov 16, 2009 at 08:00 PM
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