Pentax question...
Dec 31, 2013 09:03:47 #
Wondering if my old SLR Pentax lenses are compatible with Pentax DSLR's? Is there an adapter available?
Dec 31, 2013 09:12:33 #
I brought a used 400 mm lens from the 1980 era. It is manual focus and has worked with a Pentax K 10D, K 7 and now my K 5 II.
I also have a used Pentax SMC Pentax-A 1:2 50mm manual focus that works just fine.
I am not an expert on this but my understanding is most should.
I was told that is a perk of going Pentax...older lenses tend to work.
I hope someone with more expertise answers this better for you...
I also have a used Pentax SMC Pentax-A 1:2 50mm manual focus that works just fine.
I am not an expert on this but my understanding is most should.
I was told that is a perk of going Pentax...older lenses tend to work.
I hope someone with more expertise answers this better for you...
Dec 31, 2013 09:32:09 #
My experience is similar. No problems.
Of course, the older non-autofocus lenses remain manual focus, but they do get the benefit of image stabilization.
Of course, the older non-autofocus lenses remain manual focus, but they do get the benefit of image stabilization.
Dec 31, 2013 09:54:07 #
Dec 31, 2013 10:26:47 #
Dec 31, 2013 10:30:30 #
wj cody
Loc: springfield illinois
loulee wrote:
Wondering if my old SLR Pentax lenses are compatible with Pentax DSLR's? Is there an adapter available?
hi, just received your post. if your lenses are k mount, which is the bayonet mount, there is not need for an adapter. they will work (with the usual feature caveats) on your camera. if, however, your lenses are the old m42 thread mount, then you should be able to find an adapter for them, most likely on ebay, or try B&H Photographic. they may have something for you.
Dec 31, 2013 10:47:27 #
Dec 31, 2013 11:03:54 #
loulee wrote:
Wondering if my old SLR Pentax lenses are compatible with Pentax DSLR's? Is there an adapter available?
They will work fine. As a bonus, you get in-body stabilization with manual focus film lenses that way too!
Jan 1, 2014 06:13:13 #
I have a Pentax K 10D, I also have a 1976 135 f/2.5.
What you need to do is go into the custom settings and select the use aperture ring setting and select permited in the menu, then your old lenses will work.
here is a link on how to do it
http://www.robertsdonovan.com/?p=1181
What you need to do is go into the custom settings and select the use aperture ring setting and select permited in the menu, then your old lenses will work.
here is a link on how to do it
http://www.robertsdonovan.com/?p=1181
Jan 1, 2014 09:39:38 #
[quote=tturner]I have a Pentax K 10D, I also have a 1976 135 f/2.5.
I bought my Pentax K100D specifically for the backwards compatibility. With quiet a number of thread mount Pentax and other lenses in my collection, I wanted to be able to use them with a digital body. The thread mount adapter can be a little tricky to install and remove, but now all my Pentax-mount lenses, bayonet and thread, can be used on this camera. Next purchase will be the Leica to Pentax mount. It's good to get some use out of the older lenses in my collection.
I bought my Pentax K100D specifically for the backwards compatibility. With quiet a number of thread mount Pentax and other lenses in my collection, I wanted to be able to use them with a digital body. The thread mount adapter can be a little tricky to install and remove, but now all my Pentax-mount lenses, bayonet and thread, can be used on this camera. Next purchase will be the Leica to Pentax mount. It's good to get some use out of the older lenses in my collection.
Jan 1, 2014 11:29:18 #
Jan 1, 2014 12:11:07 #
Sheila
Loc: Arizona or New York
I have used old screw threaded Pentax lenses with digital Pentax.
You need an adapter and can only use manual settings but they work fine.
I've since switched to Nikon equipment but occasionally use the Pentax equipment.
You need an adapter and can only use manual settings but they work fine.
I've since switched to Nikon equipment but occasionally use the Pentax equipment.
Jan 1, 2014 19:37:54 #
I have been shooting with Pentax for a while. I have the K5 which I still used, and I just got my K3 in. Some of the best lenses are older lenses. That is the beauty of shooting with Pentax.
Jan 1, 2014 19:49:59 #
loulee wrote:
Wondering if my old SLR Pentax lenses are compatible with Pentax DSLR's? Is there an adapter available?
I found several old lenses for my k30 on eBay,and they work perfectly ,albeit in "m" mode.
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