Pentax ZX-M 35mm SLR Camera (Body Only) | 
| Brand: Pentax Category: Photography
List Price: $280.99 Buy Used: $75.00 as of 9/5/2010 01:01 CDT details You Save: $205.99 (73%)
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Seller: jrocha5162 Rating: 5 reviews Sales Rank: 121,694
Media: Electronics Batteries Included: Yes Shipping Weight (lbs): 1 Dimensions (in): 2.2 x 5.3 x 3.6 Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 5534 Model: 5534 UPC: 027075042759 EAN: 0027075042759 ASIN: B00005AB9Q
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| Features:
| • | Crisp, sharply focused images, even if the subject is in motion | | • | Wide variety of creative, yet user-friendly options | | • | Memory lock feature holds exposure settings for up to 10 seconds | | • | Preview button lets you check the depth-of-field | | • | Lens not included |
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Product Description 2/8/200615-19-33...
Amazon.com Product Description The super-compact Pentax ZX-M camera has straightforward, easy-to-read dial controls, and it offers fully manual operation. It comes with a wide variety of creative, yet user-friendly options, including: multimode exposure system, an advanced light metering system, and a 1/2000-second high-speed shutter. You have the option of choosing one of four exposure modes: the hands-off programmed AE, the depth-oriented aperture-priority AE, the action-oriented shutter-priority AE, and the totally maneuverable metered manual. The easy-to-use exposure compensation lets you quickly adjust the exposure level within a +/- 3 EV range in 1/2 EV steps for bracketing or for intentional under- or overexposure. No matter the lighting conditions, from difficult backlighting to high-contrast situations, the ZX-M's autoexposure modes are designed to give you high-quality, properly exposed images. With the simple push of a button, the memory lock feature holds your exposure settings for up to 10 seconds, letting you reframe your shot without losing your settings. With a top shutter speed of 1/2000 of a second, this camera gives you crisp, sharply focused images, even if your subject is in motion. This high shutter speed makes the ZX-M ideal for sports and other action photography. The built-in self timer can help you avoid camera shake during slow-shutter and bulb applications, while the 12-second delay gives you plenty of time to get in the shot. The preview button lets you check the depth-of-field for your aperture setting before you shoot. This features ensures that you get the effect you're looking for. You can also take advantage of this function when the aperture ring is set on the "A" (auto) position. The external LCD panel and viewfinder display can give you a range of useful photographic data, including: external flash status, shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, and out-of-exposure coupling range warning, over- and underexposure indication in metered manual.
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| Customer Reviews: Happy in Arizona--But error on Product specs April 7, 2003 12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I purchased this camera as a replacement for a Pentax Super Program that had given many years of faithful service. According to a Pentax rep via their website, this model is the closest one in their current lineup to match the features of the Super Program. I just received it and am testing it, but it is light, easy to handle, and easy to learn. It allowed me to "salvage" my AF280T flash, and several pretty expensive Vivitar Series 1 Zoom lenses. I agree with the one reviewer who mentioned that the lens mount is plastic. I too worry a little about the wear and tear over time, compared to the "old" metal mounts. The only real disappointment (not a big one) is that the product specs on this website are in error re: TTL flash metering. This camera is not TTL compatible. However, it does sync with dedicated flash units on "auto" but you can't use the TTL setting. Unfortunately I only found that out after ordering it, via a Pentax service rep. .... It's a really nice camera.
I Love This Camera! July 6, 2002 10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is a great camera. I got it to replace my K1000 for the convenience of automatic film loading and the more accurate matrix metering. I've had this camera since 1998 and have had no problems. It takes sharp, perfectly exposed pictures, and is easy to operate. The dials and knobs are easy to figure out - you don't need the manual to start taking photos. I have two other Pentax SLR bodies (K1000, ZX-5N) but this is my favorite.
Great, simple body March 8, 2002 T. Brekke (Oakland, CA, USA) 7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I am a high school photo student and this is the first SLR I bought. It is a very simple camera, akin the the K1000 (An all manual TANK!), but with a few extra luxuries like an automatic film winder and aperture priority mode. A great camera if you don't mind manually focusing, especially for still life type photos. I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a basic camera that takes great photos.
Best Buy January 15, 2002 3 out of 6 found this review helpful
This Camera is a great buy,if your in school or working it's a great buy plain and simple this is a great camera buy it.
ZX-M - Great starter camera for the price January 22, 2002 Dak (San Antonio, TX United States) 12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I've had this camera for over a year now and it hasn't dissapointed. I wanted a basic camera that not only allowed me to learn the 'ropes' but also have the means to go automatic when I needed to. The only negatives: (1) the lens mount is plastic, not metal, so there may be a problem with wear in the future and (2) there is no way to get multiple exposures. But overall, this is a great starter camera. Highly recommended.
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