I thought that you had to reduce the size of large 'flange' that seems to prevent correct fit of lens into K mount - I think you have to grind it with Dremel (or similar) to make it fit.

I have a 30 year old Vivitar Series 1 70-210 1:3.5 manual macro/zoom lens (great condition) from my early Pentax film camera.

My question is - is it worth me modifying the mount/ring to fit my K10D or should I save up for a new/used modern equivalent ?? How easy/hard is the task ??

Just trying to make the most of my kit

Thanks for you input.

Thanks Eugene - really looking forward to getting to grips with my "new" K10D - will post some pics once up and running

welcome aboard DNA - enjoy the forum - nice people !!

Eugene - is your K10D camera still available ?
If so, can you PM me as I am new member, much appreciated.

thanks for the welcome, really appreciated - looking forward to getting started, asking plenty questions and maybe contributing in the future.

cheers - Ken

Thanks cabstar but I really need the K10D as I want to use AEB capability for HDR experiments and with this model I can get +/-4EV - the K100D will only do +/-2

I am new to DSLR and I am looking to buy an 'inexpensive' K10D body to experiment with. I used to be an "old" film SLR user and still have 3 x original K mount lens that I can use. Price is my main issue so any advice/suggestions welcome.

Just joined the forum as many years back I used to be an "old" film SLR user and have now decided to try and get on board with the DSLR fraternity.

Still have the original 3 x K mount Pentax/Vivitar Series 1 lens from the '80s and I am looking to source an 'inexpensive' K10D body to experiment with both RAW DSLR and HDR images.

My main reason for choosing the K10D is that I am on a tight budget and this model has the best AEB range that I can afford - needed for my experiments with HDR.

Looking forward to getting back in the saddle and trying many new things once I have a new body !!

Any advice or suggestions are more than welcome - many thanks.
Ken