Lenspiration | adrian.mendoza | Activity https://www.lenspiration.com/members/adrian-mendoza/activity/ Activity feed for adrian.mendoza. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:09:44 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 ece94b10ceb02e15d3cf6d64bf44ac18 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/page/2/#post-15735 Fri, 05 Feb 2016 18:25:28 -0500 absolutely, can’t wait!

]]> 2fed72f52f526bffe04fb9708e515921 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/page/2/#post-15733 Fri, 05 Feb 2016 18:17:15 -0500 Gentlemen, after much deliberation, advice, and searching forums for my camera I made a deal for a used K3 and a Pentax Da* 50-135 f/2.8 lens for $800. I am extremely excited to receive the camera and lens and even more excited to see what kind of things I can capture. Thanks for all your help!

]]> 070379575771d67eb64076202e0c68c4 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/#post-15690 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 16:26:34 -0500 @buddingphotography
Well, guess its settled. My priority is getting that 18-135mm. bargain for the 70-200mm, and maybe wait on the K3 for a week or so. Last few questions, does anyone have any feedback on the Pentax prime lens 50mm f/1.8, or the 55-300mm f/4-5.8 lens? Guess if I get the 70-200 the latter wouldnt matter too much. but still…Read more

]]> d3036fd4531777c7e1d5c67cdbc6659c adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/#post-15688 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 15:56:57 -0500 Dan, My gut instinct was telling me that my inexperience might have me frustrated in the beginning with a better lens like the 70-200mm. So taking that into consideration, I won’t stress the need to have it right away if I cannot afford it. I was planning on buying from Amazon initially, but I will give Adorama a look because so many people have…Read more

]]> dff8e73b3c81c5237e5938b937c47bc1 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/#post-15686 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 14:27:07 -0500 Alright, update.
I’ve come to the conclusion that a 70-200mm lens with f/2.8 is a MUST. I contacted the seller on the pentaxforums and will purchase the K3. Debating whether or not to also purchase another lens, like the combo of the pentax K3 with a 18-135mm. or buy the body only with a prime lens like DA 50mm f/1.8. Lastly, I could just purchase…Read more

]]> 40e5e2fae722bedd1f6383100e0e68f9 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/#post-15685 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 11:42:05 -0500 Dan, thanks for your suggestion! I have looked at the D7200, but only briefly. Maybe I’ll have to get some good research into looking at this camera. I’m also sure I’ll be able to get a lot more research and compatibility as my favored Pentax.

]]> b52a1923edcde10c53ea3465440c98e0 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/#post-15684 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 11:37:46 -0500 @buddingphotographer thanks for your input!
I’ve taken some serious thought into your suggestions, and I am really considering getting the K3 over the K3 II sacrificing only a few features. I feel like it makes a lot more sense buying the K3 for almost the same price as the K3 II, and the K3 includes a lens. As for the sigma lens, I know I only…Read more

]]> a0ecb7b5686a899fcecfa94928330fc6 adrian.mendoza replied to the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/#post-15676 Mon, 01 Feb 2016 18:44:14 -0500 Thanks James! So I’m convinced in getting a lens like that sigma you talked about, but that could be quite the bundle that I may not be able to afford off the bat. Maybe there is another lens like the sigma that you might be able to suggest? As for the camera body, I’m pretty much set on getting the Pentax at this point, but I was told not to…Read more

]]> dfe44938dee5d202a57d80526921f2b0 adrian.mendoza started the topic Finding my very first DSLR Camera in the forum Photography Q&A https://www.lenspiration.com/forums/topic/finding-my-very-first-dslr-camera/ Mon, 01 Feb 2016 12:07:53 -0500 Greetings Everyone!

I am both new to photography and this site, and I found this place through a friend named Everett (who I believe knows you James). I have not had any formal classes on photography or software to use with it. My whole goal is to pick this up as a hobby and see where it takes me. Currently, I am serving in the military and…Read more

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