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How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Pentax K1000

Removing film from the Pentax K1000 is easy.

Do not unload the camera in direct sunlight. It’s possible for light to get past the seal.

How to Successfully Load Film into the Pentax K1000

The Pentax K1000 uses 35mm film. Use fresh film that is not expired.

Nikon F-Mount Lens & Camera Compatibility

The Nikon F was the first camera to use the F-mount. It was released in 1959.

The Pentax K-Mount: History & Compatibility

The Pentax K-mount was released in 1975. Prior to that, the M42 screw mount was used.

Everything You Need to Know About The Pentax K1000

The Pentax K1000 is perfect for beginner photographers.

More than 3 million were sold from 1976 to 1997. They are easy to find used.

Fun Affordable Lenses for the Nikon D3200

The Nikon D3200 uses F-mount lenses.

The F-mount was came out in 1959. Nikon stopped making using the mount in 2020. Lens features changed over time.

What is Flange Focal Distance? Lengths for Lens Mounts

The Flange Focal Distance is the distance between a camera lens mount and the film plane or image sensor.

The M42 Mount - History, Cameras, and Adapting the Lens Mount

The M42 mount is a screw mount with a 42mm diameter and 1mm thread pitch. It dates back to the late 1940’s.

Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Review [Komine]

There is lots of lore and hype built up around this Komine lens, and it is all deserved. This is the sharpest 1980’s macro lens I have used.

Cheap Fun Canon Rebel XS Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel XS (Canon EOS 500D) is compatible with 24 EF-S lenses. There are also third party lens options from Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, and others.