i have been given a pentax super A 35mm camera with a shed load of professional equipment. how do i begin to understand what i have come across.
2007-10-03 23:49:25 · 7 answers · asked by Kristy S 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
slowly and methodically. Go to a camera shop and ask if anyone can tell you more about the camera. Find out if there is a manual to read through or a good instructional book. The internet seems to be a great source for information.
When I got my pentax, I just loaded some film and played with the camera. I forgot about the other stuff I received until I felt comfortable with the basic camera and lens. If you want to spend a little money, take a class in basic photography (unless you already have basic knowledge). Talk to camera people, I found them the most helpful.
2007-10-04 00:00:54 · answer #1 · answered by beckysporch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The little circle in the middle is a rangefinder. If you know how to use it you don't need to look in the window to have exactly what you want in focus. Generally what you see outside of the little circle is what you should get as far as focus is concerned. I don't have that camera so I don't know what the big circle is. With a 35mm camera you turn the aperture ring, turn the shutter speed and focus. It's amazingly simple compared to a pocket digital camera. Give me 15 seconds to find the little lock-switch the first time you hand me a Nikon 35mm. Give me a day to give up trying to set the date on a Powershot.
2016-05-20 08:57:48 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) Practice taking photos with each piece of gear.
2) Visit websites devoted to Pentax cameras
3) Get a copy of the manual (s) associated with your gear.
4) Check out eBay to see what your gear is selling for.
5) Talk to people in camera stores to see what you've got.
2007-10-04 09:08:56 · answer #3 · answered by anthony h 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take them into a pro camera shop. We have a Camera Exchange. Check your yellow pages. Explain the situation and make an appointment to go in. They are generally very helpful and knowledgeable. You can also look on line for instruction manuals with the model#. See links below.
2007-10-04 00:03:49 · answer #4 · answered by txpyxie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lucky you! All the lenses you've acquired will mount to the new Pentax DSLR line - K100D, K110D, K10D. So if you ever decide to go digital you're set.
Search ebay or amazon for an instruction manual if you don't have one.
2007-10-04 00:32:40 · answer #5 · answered by EDWIN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you enjoy taking photos, iwould pick a comfortable lens, lock the shed and begin taking photos,kinda hard to tote all dat professional stuff whilst climbing down a ledge to an unreal beach or waterfall everyone should take pitures at one time and use old fashion equipment once in awhile!every piture tells a story dont it?who sang that line?i know do you?!
2007-10-04 00:43:19 · answer #6 · answered by wishalot101 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to adorama.com
they have free lessons
2007-10-04 01:32:33 · answer #7 · answered by Elvis 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋