Pentax Kr with 170-500mm

Stephen Raff · #1 (**permalink**) 30-12-2010, 06:01 PM

Any Pentax users here that have used this combo?

The Kr looks a great little camera and with the IS and usable higher ISOs I'm thinking this could be a great outfit for reasonable money.

Stephen

Tringa · #2 (**permalink**) 30-12-2010, 09:15 PM

Sorry Stephen I cannot help you, other than saying I have read a lot of reviews of the Pentax K-r (I have a few old K mount lenses so I'm looking at a Pentax DSLR) and every review is good.

Dave

Stephen Raff · #3 (**permalink**) 01-01-2011, 09:21 PM

The K-r certainly seems a very capable performer but I'm getting drawn into a Pentax K20D, with the added bonus of weather proofed, dual dials and top LCD. I'm sure the K-r sensor is more advanced but I'm thinking in the field the K20D will be better suited.

And still perform well with the 170-500mm.

Stephen

Ukwildlifeo · #4 (**permalink**) 01-01-2011, 10:32 PM

I use the k20d in combination with the Sigma 150-500mm and despite my limited skills I get some good shots with it.
The great thing about the k20d over 'entry level' bodies is you get lots of pro/semi pro features eg. dual dials, interval shooting mode and wireless flash.

Stephen Raff · #5 (**permalink**) 02-01-2011, 08:33 PM

I now have a Samsung GX-20 (rebadged K20d/same mount too) on its way to me

I also enjoy using old manual focus lenses and Pentax has many, great prices too. So these will go straight on without an adapter.

I will also be hunting down a 170-500mm now

Stephen