Pentax inspiration, features and techniques. en-us https://www.pentaxuser.com/articles Pentax User 2001-2026 Asahi Photo are offering free SLR health checks exclusively for the Pentax User membership. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/free-health-check-by-asahi-photo-2248 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/free-health-check-by-asahi-photo-2248 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:41:35 GMT Do you own a camera suffering from aperture block failure? Help is at hand Asahi Photo can bring your camera back to life. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---solenoid-repair-2276 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---solenoid-repair-2276 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:27:05 GMT Asahi Photo is a UK based camera and lens repair company specialising in film cameras, including the Asahi Pentax 6x7, Pentax 67 and Pentax 67II models. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---pentax-6x7--pentax-67-and-pentax-67ii-repairs-2394 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---pentax-6x7--pentax-67-and-pentax-67ii-repairs-2394 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:20:52 GMT The potential for a DSLR revival could just be around the corner as some photographers seek more of a photographic experience over Mirrorless. John Riley compares the latter premium APS-C models released - Pentax K-3 III, Pentax K-3 II, Pentax K-3 and Pentax KP. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-aps-c-dslrs-compared-2378 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-aps-c-dslrs-compared-2378 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:02:30 GMT John Riley shares his experience and photography from a recent visit to the quirky Italianate village of Portmeirion which is nestled in woodland on the Welsh coast. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/portmeirion--a-visionary-blend-of-architecture-and-landscape-2367 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/portmeirion--a-visionary-blend-of-architecture-and-landscape-2367 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:26:27 GMT Asahi Photo is a UK based repairer of PENTAX cameras, specialising in 35mm Film Cameras and Medium Format, they also repair lenses and offer camera servicing too. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---pentax-repair-specialist-2230 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---pentax-repair-specialist-2230 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT Award winning photographer Bill Ward recently announced the release of this first book 'Immersive' which is a collection of photographs taken within water using the ICM technique. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/interview-with-bill-ward-on-the-release-of-his-new-book---immersive-2350 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/interview-with-bill-ward-on-the-release-of-his-new-book---immersive-2350 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:39:17 GMT John Riley overviews the various types of modern era Pentax lenses, including explaining crop sensors versus full-frame coverage. We then list all the DA, DA L and D-FA lenses produced with links to galleries and reviews. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-digital-lenses-2332 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-digital-lenses-2332 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:08:20 GMT John Duder explains how to create an effective studio flash set-up that's simple and inexpensive. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/studio-flash---a-modest-start-2330 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/studio-flash---a-modest-start-2330 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 13:55:28 GMT In search of the lost village of Tyneham by John Riley. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/tyneham---a-village-lost-in-time-2326 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/tyneham---a-village-lost-in-time-2326 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:55:28 GMT Starting with the Pentax K10D in 2006 we list each of the Pentax K Series camera models produced up to 2025, with the Pentax K-3 III Monochrome being Pentax's most recent release. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-dslr-cameras-2324 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-dslr-cameras-2324 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:41:10 GMT The Pentax *ist series sees the transition between film and digital Pentax cameras, bringing us into a new era of photography. John Riley researches this pivitol moment in camera history. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax--ist-series-cameras-2319 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax--ist-series-cameras-2319 Mon, 19 May 2025 17:19:41 GMT It's 1996 and PENTAX start rolling out the new MZ series of cameras, which feature a new elegance of design and function. John Riley researches some of the latter film era camera models. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-mz-series-cameras-2315 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-mz-series-cameras-2315 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:37:32 GMT If you're wondering if Pentax gear is still a viable option in 2026, we've put together 5 positive reasons to why you should buy into the Pentax brand. The DSLR format might be deemed antiquated by some, but here we show there's still life in the old dog yet. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/5-reasons-to-choose-pentax-in-2026-2311 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/5-reasons-to-choose-pentax-in-2026-2311 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:28:27 GMT It's 1991 and PENTAX piles on the muscles with the arrival of the Z series cameras. John Riley researches some of the latter film era camera models. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-z-series-cameras-2309 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-z-series-cameras-2309 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:24:43 GMT John Riley compares the Leica Q3's 43mm lens with the SMC Pentax-FA 43mm f/1.9, both lenses designed to match the same view as the human eye. John provides test charts for both lenses, sample photos and his verdict. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/battle-of-the-43mm-lenses---leica-vs-pentax-2304 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/battle-of-the-43mm-lenses---leica-vs-pentax-2304 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 17:01:47 GMT Continuing our journey exploring the various series from Pentax, John Riley reaches the FA & FA J Series of lenses. John looks into the history of these full-frame offerings of which include some still in production to this day, along with a few other models that have been modernised. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-fa-series-lenses-2288 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-fa-series-lenses-2288 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:22:17 GMT Testimonial regarding the repair performed by Asahi Photo to Rick's father's 1980s Pentax MG film camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---pentax-mg-testimonial-2279 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/asahi-photo---pentax-mg-testimonial-2279 Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:43:09 GMT In our sequence of articles covering the different of series of Pentax cameras and lenses, John Riley researches the leap from manual focus to auto focus with the introduction of the F Series. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-f-series---introduction-of-auto-focus-2268 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-f-series---introduction-of-auto-focus-2268 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:56:58 GMT John Riley looks at the original Pentax K mount cameras and lenses from 1975, including the classic film cameras KM, KX, K2 and the K1000 along with listing all K Series lenses with their basic specifications. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-k-series---the-original-k-mount-2249 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-k-series---the-original-k-mount-2249 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 07:46:28 GMT In our sequence of articles covering the different of series of Pentax cameras and lenses, John Riley turns his attention to the KA mount and A Series, that featured electronic contacts allowing for communication between camera and lens which opened up a new world of exposure control. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-a-series---the-arrival-of-the-ka-mount-2244 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-a-series---the-arrival-of-the-ka-mount-2244 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:07:03 GMT With a resurgence of interest in film photography along with the ease which vintage K Mount lenses can be used natively or adapted to Mirrorless, John Riley takes a look at the history and models of the compact SLR Pentax-M series of camera and lenses. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-m-series---the-compact-slr-2228 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-m-series---the-compact-slr-2228 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:30:58 GMT In part two of our Pentax 50mm lens round up, John Riley covers the emergence of the electronic lens era through to the present day. John provides a 50mm history, explains the K mount variants along with guide to their typical use. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-50mm-standard-lenses---part-two-2223 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-50mm-standard-lenses---part-two-2223 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:06:16 GMT Standard, normal, nifty-fifty, the original kit lens can all describe the humble 50mm lens. In part one, John Riley starts the 50mm round up with the history and choices of lenses from the film era, which can still be put to good use today. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-50mm-standard-lenses---part-one-2220 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-50mm-standard-lenses---part-one-2220 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:14:45 GMT A round-up of some of the best Pentax Full Frame & APS-C lenses including a brief history of Pentax lenses. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/best-pentax-full-frame---aps-c-lenses-2129 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/best-pentax-full-frame---aps-c-lenses-2129 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:03:16 GMT A selection of the best third party alternative lenses for Pentax K-Mount, including brands Samyang, Laowa, Irix and Sigma. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/best-third-party-pentax-fit-lenses-1302 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/best-third-party-pentax-fit-lenses-1302 Thu, 08 Feb 2018 11:15:33 GMT We had a quick chat with Photographers and Pentax Ambassadors, Matt Emmett and Bill Ward. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/in-conversation-with-pentax-ambassadors-1240 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/in-conversation-with-pentax-ambassadors-1240 Tue, 14 Nov 2017 08:09:17 GMT Pentax are showing the inside of the new Pentax KP at The Photography Show, as well as a new 50mm f/1.4 lens. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/see-inside-the-pentax-kp-1043 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/see-inside-the-pentax-kp-1043 Wed, 22 Mar 2017 15:54:13 GMT Pentax user and expert water photographer Bill Ward shares some insights about photographing water. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shooting-water-with-bill-ward-1027 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shooting-water-with-bill-ward-1027 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 10:12:21 GMT Forum member Nigel McGregor shares his complete Pentax Flash Guide with us. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/complete-pentax-flash-guide-946 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/complete-pentax-flash-guide-946 Tue, 13 Oct 2015 15:34:20 GMT Find out how you can avoid 8 wedding photography pitfalls so your day runs a little more smoothly. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/8-problems-with-photographing-weddings---how-to-avoid-them-935 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/8-problems-with-photographing-weddings---how-to-avoid-them-935 Wed, 26 Aug 2015 08:28:00 GMT Here, we take a look at the key features of the Pentax XG-1, the latest bridge camera with 52x zoom. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/key-features-of-the-pentax-xg-1-922 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/key-features-of-the-pentax-xg-1-922 Wed, 29 Jul 2015 10:36:48 GMT Take a look at this video showcasing the abilities of the Pentax 645Z medium format camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/the-amazing-abilities-of-the-pentax-645z-915 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/the-amazing-abilities-of-the-pentax-645z-915 Wed, 15 Jul 2015 10:04:00 GMT Here, we take a look at the history of Pentax Ricoh. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/a-brief-history-of-pentax-ricoh-913 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/a-brief-history-of-pentax-ricoh-913 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 09:59:45 GMT Getting noticed as a photography has never been easy but with the rise of the internet, social media and digital cameras, things have got a little bit tougher. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/why-an-image-with-technical-merit-won-t-always-cut-it-any-more-906 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/why-an-image-with-technical-merit-won-t-always-cut-it-any-more-906 Wed, 17 Jun 2015 10:11:44 GMT In a photo-filled talk, Jimmy Nelson opens the doors on his quest to understand the world, its people and himself through the medium of photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/insightful---enjoyable-talk-from-photographer-jimmy-nelson-905 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/insightful---enjoyable-talk-from-photographer-jimmy-nelson-905 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 11:06:17 GMT A man sits on a whale carcass to capture a shot of the sharks feeding off it close up. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-far-would-you-go-for-that-perfect-photo--896 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-far-would-you-go-for-that-perfect-photo--896 Fri, 29 May 2015 13:38:50 GMT Glover and Howe share some top tips on keeping your equipment safe. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/tips-on-keeping-your-equipment-safe-846 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/tips-on-keeping-your-equipment-safe-846 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 13:20:49 GMT Here are some top tips for photographing the coast out of season. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/top-tips-for-photographing-at-the-coast-777 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/top-tips-for-photographing-at-the-coast-777 Fri, 31 Jan 2014 00:00:06 GMT Get arty with your photography and shoot some abstracts. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/abstract-photography-tips-246 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/abstract-photography-tips-246 Fri, 24 Jan 2014 00:00:01 GMT Here are a list of reasons Pentax believe you should choose a Pentax DSLR. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/reasons-to-choose-pentax-772 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/reasons-to-choose-pentax-772 Fri, 10 Jan 2014 00:00:06 GMT Tips on shooting from a wide angle viewpoint. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/taking-a-wide-view-on-photography-286 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/taking-a-wide-view-on-photography-286 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 11:53:34 GMT Here are some top tips for heading out into the cold to shoot snow and ice. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shooting-snow-and-ice-769 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shooting-snow-and-ice-769 Thu, 05 Dec 2013 00:00:01 GMT Capture more action with the help of continuous shooting mode. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/why-continuous-shooting-mode-is-useful-765 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/why-continuous-shooting-mode-is-useful-765 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 00:00:01 GMT Before you hit the shutter button, take the time to check the edge of the frame. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/focus-on-the-edge-of-the-frame--758 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/focus-on-the-edge-of-the-frame--758 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 00:00:01 GMT There are plenty of photographic opportunities after the sun sets. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/night-time-photography-751 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/night-time-photography-751 Fri, 25 Oct 2013 00:00:06 GMT Autumn is a great time to get outside with your Pentax camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/autumn-photography-748 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/autumn-photography-748 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:02:03 GMT Here are some quick tips on using white balance settings in the landscape. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/colour-balance-in-the-landscape-741 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/colour-balance-in-the-landscape-741 Fri, 13 Sep 2013 00:00:01 GMT Here are some top tips for bird photography with your Pentax gear. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/bird-photography-with-your-pentax-equipment-732 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/bird-photography-with-your-pentax-equipment-732 Sat, 24 Aug 2013 00:00:01 GMT Learn to master slow shutter speeds and create shots full of movement and motion. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/create-motion-in-water-728 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/create-motion-in-water-728 Fri, 16 Aug 2013 00:00:06 GMT Here are a few tips to help you capture stunning summer sunsets. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/capturing-summer-sunsets-with-your-pentax-camera-714 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/capturing-summer-sunsets-with-your-pentax-camera-714 Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:00:07 GMT Here are a few pointers for creating glass still lifes. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/create-abstract-glass-still-lifes-709 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/create-abstract-glass-still-lifes-709 Fri, 21 Jun 2013 00:00:01 GMT Dried out flowers make an ideal subject for still life photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/dried-flower-photography-687 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/dried-flower-photography-687 Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:06 GMT Here are a few top tips for Sunset photography with your Pentax camera https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sunset-photography-tips-686 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sunset-photography-tips-686 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:00:06 GMT Here are a few tips on how photographers can make the most of public gardens. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-public-gardens-685 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-public-gardens-685 Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:00:02 GMT We take a look at a 1976 Interview with David Bailey from the archives. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--david-bailey-675 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--david-bailey-675 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:01 GMT A guide to photographing themes with ideas on what to shoot. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shoot-a-photo-theme-671 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shoot-a-photo-theme-671 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 00:00:06 GMT Here are a few things the Pentax User will need for a successful Spring photography shoot. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-prep-for-spring-672 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-prep-for-spring-672 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:52:00 GMT Here are a few quick hints and tips for getting some great flower shots this spring. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/spring-flower-photography-669 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/spring-flower-photography-669 Fri, 01 Mar 2013 11:30:54 GMT The metering modes of your Pentax SLR explained. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/metering-modes-explained-663 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/metering-modes-explained-663 Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:26:55 GMT Here are a few hints and tips for zoo and safari photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/top-tips-for-zoo-and-safari-photography-658 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/top-tips-for-zoo-and-safari-photography-658 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 08:50:15 GMT Make the most of the cold weather and shoot some frost-filled shots. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/frost-photography-tips-653 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/frost-photography-tips-653 Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:01 GMT For 50 years the single-lens reflex has proved to be the camera of choice for the majority of serious photographers. John Riley tells us why. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--through-the-eyes-of-pentax-646 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--through-the-eyes-of-pentax-646 Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:02 GMT How to create interesting abstract patterns using oil on water. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/techniques-for-photographing-oil-on-water-644 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/techniques-for-photographing-oil-on-water-644 Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:00:01 GMT Here are a few subjects you can capture more creatively with the Bulb mode. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-use-your-camera-s-bulb-mode-637 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-use-your-camera-s-bulb-mode-637 Fri, 07 Dec 2012 00:00:01 GMT Ways to make your photos more creative using flash. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/creative-lighting-with-your-pentax-635 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/creative-lighting-with-your-pentax-635 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:02 GMT We take a look back to 1996 when Pentax launches the MZ-5, which was the World's smallest autofocus SLR. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--the-pentax-mz-5-1996-slr-633 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--the-pentax-mz-5-1996-slr-633 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 00:00:01 GMT Here's a quick guide on photographing in Winter and how to keep youself and your equipment safe out in the field. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/winter-shooting-tips-630 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/winter-shooting-tips-630 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:07 GMT There are lots of things to get out and shoot in Autumn. Here's a round up of just some of them. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/five-autumn-photo-ideas-623 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/five-autumn-photo-ideas-623 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:01 GMT Tips to keep shooting in rain or storms. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/keeping-your-pentax-dry-611 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/keeping-your-pentax-dry-611 Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:51:42 GMT Here are some suggestions on what you can shoot this season. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/5-autumn-photography-subjects-615 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/5-autumn-photography-subjects-615 Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:06 GMT David Askham was excited when he received his new Pentax 50-135mm lens as it filled an important gap in his digital armoury. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--zooming-marvellous-600 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--zooming-marvellous-600 Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:06 GMT Here are a few handy tips on shooting wildlife photos with your Pentax camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shooting-wildlife-photos-at-dawn-and-dusk-601 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/shooting-wildlife-photos-at-dawn-and-dusk-601 Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:01 GMT Why not have a go at shooting some of your veg with your Pentax camera before eating it? https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/vegetable-photography-tips-586 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/vegetable-photography-tips-586 Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:02 GMT Here's some handy tips for taking shots of castles and stately homes with your Pentax camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-stately-homes-and-castles-with-your-pentax-579 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-stately-homes-and-castles-with-your-pentax-579 Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:02 GMT Shoot from a low angle for interesting shots on the lawn. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/grass-roots-576 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/grass-roots-576 Fri, 10 Aug 2012 00:00:01 GMT Matthew Kelly shows us how to take great sports photos with a Pentax in part two of his technique. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sports-photography-with-a-pentax---part-2-575 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sports-photography-with-a-pentax---part-2-575 Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:01 GMT Matthew Kelly shows us how to take great sports photos with a Pentax. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sports-photography-using-a-pentax---part-1-574 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sports-photography-using-a-pentax---part-1-574 Tue, 31 Jul 2012 11:45:54 GMT We extol the virtues of the overlooked and often deemed old fashioned 40/50mm prime lens. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive-article--setting-a-new-standard-571 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive-article--setting-a-new-standard-571 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:02 GMT A technique to balance bright sky exposure without using graduated filters. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/amazing-landscapes-without-using-filters-567 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/amazing-landscapes-without-using-filters-567 Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:20:54 GMT Here's a quick guide to flower photography with a compact camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/flower-photography-with-compact-cameras-562 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/flower-photography-with-compact-cameras-562 Fri, 06 Jul 2012 00:00:01 GMT We take a look back to 1991 at the Pentax Z-10 film SLR camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive-article--pentax-z-10-558 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive-article--pentax-z-10-558 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:01 GMT Peter bargh explains the art of lens wacking or free lensing embracing stray light with a Pentax DSLR. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/lens-wacking-embracing-stray-light-554 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/lens-wacking-embracing-stray-light-554 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:01 GMT The price Of Pentax cameras from yesteryear. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/the-price-of-pentax-cameras-1995-556 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/the-price-of-pentax-cameras-1995-556 Fri, 08 Jun 2012 08:00:01 GMT How to blend two images together in Photoshop. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photoshop-tutorial--blending-two-images-together-555 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photoshop-tutorial--blending-two-images-together-555 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:01 GMT Daniel Bell takes a look at how the new Pentax K-30 compares to the K20D, K10D, K-5 and K-r. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-does-the-k-30-dslr-compare--553 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-does-the-k-30-dslr-compare--553 Thu, 24 May 2012 11:49:34 GMT How to adapt your Pentax lenses on to Micro 4/3 cameras such as Fujifilm, Olympus, Sony and Panasonic. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-your-pentax-lenses-on-micro-4-3-cameras-545 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-your-pentax-lenses-on-micro-4-3-cameras-545 Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:01 GMT Andrei Seki, 18year old Flickr user with a Pentax DSLR... https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-dslr-user--andrei-seki-interview-505 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-dslr-user--andrei-seki-interview-505 Fri, 11 May 2012 13:09:41 GMT In true Blue Peter style, Peter Bargh, makes a simple colour spot filter for use with your Pentax camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/diy-filter-project-537 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/diy-filter-project-537 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:01 GMT We take another look through the Archives at an article from January 1984 by John Stirland. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pictures-on-your-doorstep-530 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pictures-on-your-doorstep-530 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:02 GMT How to record more information in a night street scene using HDR merge https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/hdr-for-nightime-street-scenes-524 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/hdr-for-nightime-street-scenes-524 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:01 GMT We take another look in the Pentax User Archives. This time we are highlighting a Pentax 645 Test Report by Peter Williams (July 1986). https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pentax-645-test-report-519 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pentax-645-test-report-519 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:12:46 GMT A guide to using a right angle finder on your Pentax camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-a-right-angle-finder-516 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-a-right-angle-finder-516 Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:01 GMT Using your camera's white balance mode in new and creative ways https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-white-balance-creatively-507 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-white-balance-creatively-507 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:01 GMT We interview Kimberly Edwards, a photographer who loves her Pentax for portrait photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-dslr-user--kimberly-edwards-interview-506 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-dslr-user--kimberly-edwards-interview-506 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:01 GMT We look back at Will Smith's test of the first foray into the DSLR market for Pentax. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/we-look-back-at-the--ist-d-test-drive-499 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/we-look-back-at-the--ist-d-test-drive-499 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:01 GMT We show you a selection of adptors to increase your Pentax camera's lens armoury. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/digital-slr-lens-versatility-497 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/digital-slr-lens-versatility-497 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:58:48 GMT We take a look back to October 1978 when the Pentax Auto 110 was released. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pentax-auto-110-492 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pentax-auto-110-492 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:00:01 GMT Peter Bargh shows us how a 3x Tele Converter can make a huge difference for your close up photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/the-3x-tele-converter-rediscovered-490 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/the-3x-tele-converter-rediscovered-490 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:01 GMT Peter Bargh shows you how to do Star Trail photography with your Pentax camera. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/star-trail-photography-482 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/star-trail-photography-482 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:29:56 GMT How to use the small built in flash for creative fill-in flash photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-your-pentax-camera-s-built-in-flash-for-fill-flash-476 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/using-your-pentax-camera-s-built-in-flash-for-fill-flash-476 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:01 GMT We try out some Extension Tubes for Macro Photography with a Pentax K-7. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/extension-tubes-for-macro-photography-448 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/extension-tubes-for-macro-photography-448 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 15:23:40 GMT How to make a simple frame for your images in Photoshop. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-create-a-keyline-frame-in-photoshop-457 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-create-a-keyline-frame-in-photoshop-457 Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:27 GMT Tony Shapps tells us why we should try shooting with a standard focal length. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/why-use-a-standard-focal-length--445 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/why-use-a-standard-focal-length--445 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:13:17 GMT Great Photography by H. Jewel and a Pentax K1000 SLR. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/h--jewel-bracken-interview-447 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/h--jewel-bracken-interview-447 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:35:12 GMT Tony Shapps shares a few words on how you can imrpove the images you take at airshows. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-take-good-photos-at-airshows-370 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-take-good-photos-at-airshows-370 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 12:00:40 GMT A tip to ensure accurate metering with your Pentax SLR. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/accurate-metering-tip-360 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/accurate-metering-tip-360 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 09:18:02 GMT We look at the hot kit to get your Pentax DSLR really close to your subject. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/essential-macro-lens-accessories-348 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/essential-macro-lens-accessories-348 Fri, 13 May 2011 08:14:13 GMT We take a look at the Pentax KM, KX and K2 release from Volume 2, Number 1 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pentax-release-km--kx-and-k2-338 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/pentax-user-archive--pentax-release-km--kx-and-k2-338 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:40:15 GMT Roy Hampson turned his back bedroom into a creative mini still-life photo studio for something to do on rainy days. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/window-of-opportunity-327 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/window-of-opportunity-327 Wed, 16 Feb 2011 16:35:37 GMT Genevieve Leaper discovered that the Optio W20 would be ideal for use when kayaking to photograph seals. Here's her adventure... https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-seals-326 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-seals-326 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:45:16 GMT Matt Grayson explains how to be a sharper shooter with your zoom compact. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sharp-shooter-321 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/sharp-shooter-321 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 16:13:34 GMT Flocks of Starlings are fascinating to watch but even more interesting to photograph, as Steve Bennett explains. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-photograph-starlings-310 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/how-to-photograph-starlings-310 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 16:47:03 GMT Zeb Andrews loves photographing landscapes, but you won't find many mountains or rivers in his pictures. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/fantastic-floral-imagery-287 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/fantastic-floral-imagery-287 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:45:10 GMT Craig Roberts disappears into the night to explore the wealth of opportunities that are available in night time photography. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/darkness-exposed-296 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/darkness-exposed-296 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:50:02 GMT Andrew Cowin talks to us about photographing interiors and shares some of his experiences. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-interior-architecture-285 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/photographing-interior-architecture-285 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 08:06:22 GMT Sarah Carpenter tells Pentax User why she likes nothing better than wandering the streets of Soho with her Pentax Super Program SLR. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/falling-in-love-with-film-again-284 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/falling-in-love-with-film-again-284 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 13:46:31 GMT Still life is not everyone's cup of tea, but when you see Gary Hickin's work, those who didn't really like it will soon discover a new love for it. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/stand-still-and-take-a-moment-282 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/stand-still-and-take-a-moment-282 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 17:37:30 GMT Bulb is a setting often ignored, but photographer Craig Roberts thinks it's something we should be paying more attention to. Here's why. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/to-b-or-not-to-b--that-is-the-question-278 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/to-b-or-not-to-b--that-is-the-question-278 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:39:24 GMT John Riley looks back at Z and FA series Pentax AF bayonet lenses. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/from-z-to-fa-lens-guide-271 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/from-z-to-fa-lens-guide-271 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 10:20:19 GMT Is it dull, dark and raining? Are you thinking your day of photography won't happen? Then don't, as Craig Roberts has the perfect solution. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/do-you-have-the-dull-day-blues--270 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/do-you-have-the-dull-day-blues--270 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 11:59:13 GMT As long as you wrap up warm, winter's a great time for twilight photography, as Andrew Cowin explains. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/between-the-lights-249 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/between-the-lights-249 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:43:12 GMT We've all seen insects close up but have you seen anything quite like this? Pentax User speaks to Thomas Shahan about his passion for arthropods. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/insects-and-spiders-magnified-248 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/insects-and-spiders-magnified-248 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:56:38 GMT Many children love Lego and so does Thomas Ochsner! Here he tells us why. https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/lego-photography-244 https://www.pentaxuser.com/article/lego-photography-244 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:16:51 GMT