Pentax MZ 7

As an amateur photographer, I opted to purchase the Pentax MZ-7 a few years ago. I knew little of photography but was persuaded to purchase the MZ-7 for a variety of reasons. The MZ-7 has any different picture modes, such as: Green Operation, Close-up, Action, Portrait and Landscape which may be selected manually depending on the picture being taken. Alternatively, the MZ-7 has the Smart Picture mode, which automatically determines the necessary mode of focus. This of course is beneficial to the complete amatuer as it helps to familiarise oneself with the functions of the camera. However, once ... more

For years and years I always wanted a camera, and finally, as a graduation gift, I was given the Pentax MZ-7 from my parents and was overjoyed. Best present ever! It had everything I requested - which wasn't much: both automatic as well as manual focus. When I got it, I discovered it also had several "programs" you could use, like Landscape, Portrait, Close-up, Sport or Night. What I like best about it is that it can be as easy or difficult as you need it to be. If you want it to work like a slightly more advanced compact camera, just set everything on automatic, and all you have to do is ... more