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Average Ratings
Photograph Quality9.1/10 Based on 9 ratings
Features7.1/10 Based on 21 ratings
Ease of Use9.7/10 Based on 9 ratings
Value for Money9.1/10
Reviewer Rating8.8/10
Overall Rating8.7/10 Based on 27 ratings
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Review of Pentax K1000 35mm SLR camera

By bigg_six. on 27th May 2002

bigg_six.'s Ratings
Features10/10
Value for money10/10
Overall value10/10
yes bigg_six.'s recommendation

Good Points

Solid workhorse, vintage, great performer, value increases with age, in great demand. Just a quality camera. Even when you are a "nikon_man"

Bad Points

Not made any more.

General Comments

This Pentax K100 35mm SLR camera has got to be one of the "most" popular manual camera ever made. A great starter camera, but also a quality multi_level camera. A real creative tool, which does what you want it to. It grows with your creativity. The camera gains value, as it ages. Hard 2 believe, huh? This is a solid camera. Built for punishment. But it is a simple to use tool. I have (5) Nikon SLR's, which I Love 2 death. But my K_1000 is my "dream camera". I bought it 2nd hand, and it is immaculate in and out. It is my "dream come true" camera. I love pulling it out and just load it and get'ta fun. This is a great camera and if you can get hold of one "DO IT". It is worth the investment. U will see, what I mean. Later!!!!

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2 Comments on Review by bigg_six. for Pentax K1000 35mm SLR camera

  1. Cath. on 6th Sep 2002

    I totally agree with this review, you can't go past the Pentax K100, anyone can use an expensive automatic camera and get good results, a true artist will use a K1000 and take a better photograph.

  2. Romastan. on 29th Jun 2003

    I just purchased the k1000 today at a yardsale for $35 and i am pleased to see such good reviews. The camera came with two lenses and it is in great condition. I am enjoying this camera greatly due to its ease of use and "feel".This was a great choice and i recommend it to anyone who wants a great camera at a lower price.



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