Barry:
The K-1000 is a very basic SLR. Imagine an OM-1 without interchangeable
focusing screens, provision for motor drive, removable back etc. It
uses Pentax "K" mount lenses, which are very common. You used to be
able to get an adapter to use Pentax M42 (screw) mount lenses, but I
don't know if they are still available. I believe that the newer "KA"
mount will also work with a K-1000.
>From a quality standpoint, they probably want to stay with the Pentax
brand. A camera used by high school students will see "severe" duty.
They should be able to pick up a SMC (Super Multi-Coated) 135 mm pretty
cheaply. They could add a 2X convertor, and have a 270 mm focal length.
I owned a K-1000, and was very happy with it, until it was stolen out of
my car. They are a great learner's camera.
Bill Stanke
"Barry B. Bean" wrote:
>
> Our local high school has a pentax K-1000 they use for a yearbook
> camera. While they ordinarily have no budget, they do have a small
> budget this year to add a lens or two. Specifically, they'd like to
> add a prime lens in the 85-135mm range and a 28mm. They may be
> interested in a 200mm later. Since I know close to nothing about
> Pentax, I'm hoping someone here can give me some advice.
>
> TIA
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