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Pentax K100D (With Lens)
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| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
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- 38th of 50 in SLR/Professional
- 9th of 29 in Pentax
- 44th of 89 in $350 - $600
- 42nd of 69 in Over $600
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Answered Questions for the Pentax K100D (w/Lens)
- Q: I have the Canon S1IS and suddenly the screen turned all blurry and purple. A moment before it was fine. not drop the camera.
- A: Hi Priscilla,This is a known issue with some models of Canon cameras. What has happened... read more
- Q: How do you setup a zoom lens on it?
- A: Note , On the pentax camera I should have said you can use the lenses... read more
- Q: Can the Sigma zoom lens of 28-90mm or 100-300mm be mounted / worked well with a Digital SLR cameraâs body like Pentax K100D/K10D?
- A: You should ask for the correct adapter... but, in theory, any lens that ever came... read more
- Q: Will the zoom lens I use with mt Pentax K1000 work on the K100D? The Lens is made by Hoya - HMC Zoom 80-200 mm.
- A: You may run into a few issues in running auto functions, and you certainly won't... read more
- Q: I bought the Pentax K100D so I could use my old 35mm lens (Tamron 80-210mm), but when I try to use it it flashes av?
- A: The lens won't work probably because the default setting is meant for the use of... read more
- Q: Can i see some pictures taken with this camera?
- A: Jamie,I'm glad I could be of help. If my answer was sufficient, you may want... read more
- Q: I have a Pentax K10d and K100d both. I need a 4GB chip... DO i have to use SDHD or can i use standard SD card?
- A: You only need SDHD if you are capturing high resolution videos for the K10D. You... read more
- Q: is it good for a professional photographer
- A: Hello -- I wanted to add to Richio's comment. I think the choice of equipment... read more
- Q: I heard that older lenses will work on new Pentax DSLR's. How old are we talking? Can you use a lens without auto-focus on a modern camera?
- A: Hi Freddie,Pentax claims that all K-mount lenses will work with the K100D. Yes, ALL. Non-AF... read more
- Q: will a sigma auto focus 70-200mm work with this camera
- A: Yes only if it has the correct mount for Pentax digital SLRs.Go to this site... read more
- Q: Can I use my old strobes with the K100D?
- A: I doubt you'll damage the K100D. The hotshoe triggers one way as far as I... read more
- Q: How the heck do you download photos from this camera (K100D) to the computer? I have downloaded all the software, but no luck.
- A: The best way to take pictures off your camera is to take the card out... read more
- Q: How does this differ from the K110D?
- A: The main difference lies within the camera and cannot be seen superficially.Pentax K100D has image... read more
- Q: Which batteries should I take on a trip?
- A: Hi Karen,I am European and I have been in most European countries. You can buy... read more
- Q: Digital camera for charter boat. Wide angle (interior shots) to stabilized telephoto (breaching whales)
- A: Hi Bernie,In that price range, I'd recommend getting a low-end digital SLR. A couple you... read more
- Q: I need zoom, stability, and low light capabilities.
- A: Tammy,While the FZ50 seems like it would probably be the best choice in a consumer... read more
- Q: I currently have an HP 945 that I love but needs fixing so am looking for comparable models, any suggestions?
- A: I know what you mean on the size issue. Seems like even the "big" cameras... read more
- Q: Telephoto lens for K100D
- A: Freddie,I have actually looked at purchasing a Tamron lens for my dSLR as well. They... read more
- Q: Vivitar lenses on K100d$
- A: Hi Maymee,If those lenses are for the Pentax screw-mount (M42) system, there are many adapters... read more
- Q: I want to take close up photos of flower petals and bugs, what lens should I purchase? I have the lense that came in the kit for the Pentax K100D.
- A: You should get the Pentax-D FA Macro 100mm f/2.8 lens. This lens was specifically made... read more
Open Questions for the Pentax K100D (w/Lens)
- Q: I need to find out how to use MEI and bracketing?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Can I use Nikon lenses on this camera ?
- 5 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Does the Pentax K100D place a Date on the Picture when Printing?
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Have MZ7 but want to go digital. Want a camera that has some idiot proof stuff but will also allow me to progress with manual settings. Is this it?
- 10 points for best answer - 4 replies
- Q: what is needed to take flash pictures
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: flash pic.
- 5 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Indoor White Balance Aweful?
- 10 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: Does Canon 400D digital has stability control ?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Will lens from an ME super work on this body?
- 8 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: How do I make my other Pentax lenses work with this?
- 20 points for best answer - 2 replies
- Q: Help! I'm looking for a zoom lens for an old Pentax K1000, manual focus, are they available?? It's for christmas!!
- 15 points for best answer - 1 reply
- Q: I have an issue with the battery charge level reading properly on my Pentax K100D, is there a fix?
- 10 points for best answer - 2 replies
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