Product Information
- Body and Construction: The K1000 features a robust, all-metal construction, giving it a sturdy and durable feel. It has a classic, minimalist design with ergonomic controls, making it easy to handle and operate.
- Viewfinder: The viewfinder is bright and clear, providing a 0.88x magnification with a 50mm lens.
- Focusing: It employs a split-image focusing screen and a microprism collar, aiding in manual focusing.
- Shutter speed: range from 1 second to 1/1000th of a second, plus Bulb mode for long exposures.
- Meter: The K1000 uses a simple and reliable match-needle center-weighted TTL (Through The Lens) metering system. Exposure information is displayed via a needle in the viewfinder, where the photographer adjusts aperture and shutter speed to align it with a fixed center mark.
- Compatibility: The K1000 uses the Pentax K-mount, which is compatible with a vast array of Pentax lenses produced over decades.
- Simplicity: The K1000 is famously simple to operate, making it an ideal camera for beginners learning photography.
- Reliability: Its mechanical design means it doesn't rely on batteries for basic operation, except for the light meter.
- Educational Tool: Many photography instructors and schools used the K1000 to teach the basics of photography due to its straightforward controls and metering system.
- Legacy: The Pentax K1000 remains a beloved camera among photography enthusiasts and collectors. It's often cited as a prime example of a reliable and affordable film camera that delivers excellent results.
