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Pentax ZX-M 35mm SLR Camera (Body Only)
 
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Pentax ZX-M 35mm SLR Camera (Body Only)

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Technical Details

  • 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 Details

  • Product Dimensions: 2.2 x 5.3 x 3.6 inches ; 1 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
  • Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
  • ASIN: B00005AB9Q
  • Item model number: 5534
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #9,003 in Camera & Photo (See Bestsellers in Camera & Photo)

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    #64 in  Electronics > Camera & Photo > Film Cameras > SLR Cameras
  • Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
  • Date first available at Amazon.com: February 9, 2006

Product Description

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.



Product Description

Like its sister models in the popular ZX-series, the ZX-M offers super-compact dimensions and straightforward, easy-to-read dial controls, but it is totally manual. It incorporates an array of creative and user-friendly features, including a multi-mode exposure system, an advanced light metering system, and a 1/2000-second high-speed shutter. As a result, this is the model for the next generation of photographers as well as those who want to learn the basic skills through creativity and fun. The ZX-M helps teach photography in a simple and easy way.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Happy in Arizona--But error on Product specs, April 7, 2003
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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.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars ZX-M - Great starter camera for the price, January 21, 2002
By Dak (San Antonio, TX United States) - See all my reviews
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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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I Love This Camera!, July 6, 2002
By "art4ever" (Iowa City) - See all my reviews
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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great, simple body
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! Read more
Published on March 8, 2002 by Tom Brekke

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Buy
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.
Published on January 14, 2002

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