M42 to K mount adapter

Revealing for all to see my ignorance here, but on ebay I can buy a an adapter that allows one to use M42 lenses on a K mount camera.

Having said that, is my new *ist DS a K mount?

Ted

Yes, a KAF mount to be precise. The adapter will enable you to fit M42 lenses to your DSLR. They will operate in stop-down mode - if you set the A/M switch to A you will be able to focus at full aperture, then switch it to M to stop it down to mater and take the picture. Alternatively, leave it on M and just use the aperture ring.

Aperture priority and manual exposure modes will be available on the *istDS.

If you get one, make sure you get the "thingy" to unclip it!
You can buy them new direct from www.srbfilm.co.uk

Matt

Thanks, John, Matt. Did not know about the 'thingy.' Will make sure I get one.

Ted