Hello. New member here and complete beginner photographer

[dxqcanada]

The K-1000 is a good solid camera with a mechanical shutter.
You can use a smart phone for light metering.
The lens ... hmmm.
Not sure if that is a good price.

 

[Shutterpug]

Can you explain mechanical shutter? And I apologize for my ignorance.

 

[dxqcanada]

You could probably get one with lens cheaper on eBay.

 

[dxqcanada]

Mechanical ... requires no powered mechanism. Works with springs.

 

[Shutterpug]

I feel so dumb now...

 

[Shutterpug]

I just want to thank you guys for answering all my stupid questions. I realize they're probably very simple and tedious but I got to start somewhere.

 

[dxqcanada]

No problem ... your questions just make us old people feel useful..

... not that I am OLD, just old enough in Photography.

 

[Shutterpug]

Well I'm glad I could make you feel useful. Also if ya don't mind what do you think of this one? I'm under the suspicion it's only the body. Canon T60 35mm Film Camera with 75-200mm Lens

 

[Shutterpug]

I realize I could probably find decent ones dirt cheap on ebay but I have trust issues with the 'bay.

 

[dxqcanada]

That does say it comes with a telephoto zoom lens ... though may not be the most versatile focal range.

 

[Shutterpug]

My grandmother always told me you're only as old as you feel and I think there's something in that. Especially as I get older.

 

[dxqcanada]

Used Cameras & Photography Equipment Store | Buy & Sell on KEH Camera
Very reputable, though not always the cheapest.

 

[dxqcanada]

I typically have something old that I am repairing ... though right now I am not sure if I have anything suitable.

 

[Shutterpug]

I typically have something old that I am repairing ....

Does that include yourself?

 

[Shutterpug]

Is there any difference between DSLR and mirrorless? Or if I'm completely offtrack just what IS a mirrorless camera?