Advantages: Simple to use, light to carry and great results Disadvantages: Depth of field preview hard to see
My MZ-M was a birthday present, so I didn't choose it myself. I can say, though, that having used it, I would choose it myself.
I've just started a photography degree and this is the ideal high-quality basic kit. It's light to carry, very simple to use and gives very good results. It has the advantage of a depth of field preview, which even some expensive cameras lack. I'm not sure whether I just haven't got the knack of seeing the preview yet, ... ...idea. I'm sure that's my problem rather than the camera's.
While I say it's basic kit, I don't mean the camera is missing anything essential. It is completely manual - with shutter speed and aperture priority settings - and doesn't clutter up your photographic life with lots of gimmicks and functions that you'll never use.
My first roll of black and white film turned out very well - and I have to give the credit to the camera rather than my skills! ...
Smidge 04.10.2003
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Advantages: Light weight, easy to handle, easy to use. Disadvantages: None
...x 36mm.
Lens Mount:
PENTAX KA2 bayonet mount compatible with KAF2, KAF, KA and K mounts.
Exposure Control:
Metering system:
TTL open-aperture 2-segment metering.
Metering mode:
(1) 2-segment multi-pattern metering with SMC PENTAX-FA, -F and -A lenses; (2) Center-weighted metering with other lenses. Automatic switching depending on mounted lens.
Metering range:
EV1 ~ EV21 (at ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens).
Exposure mode:
(1) Programmed AE; (2) ... ...Flash Synchronization:
With the optional PENTAX dedicated flash unit via hot shoe.
Self-Timer:
Electronically controlled type with 12-second delay.
Data Imprinting:
Available using the optional PENTAX Data Back FJ.
Power Source:
Two 3V lithium batteries (CR2 type).
Dimensions:
135(W) x 90.5(H) x 55(D)mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.2").
Weight:
305g (10.8 oz,.) without batteries.
All in all I would recommend this camera to beginners and advanced ...
Maniac1701d 27.07.2004 (30.10.2004)
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(+) Fold out LCD screen, Image Stabilization, Zuiko lens quality, Picture quality, Flash options (-) Noise in low light, Too many buttons, Badly laid out, Too many gimmicks
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