Re: Pentax matrix metering [Was: 31 and 35mm lenses tested inGerman magazine]

In the initial review of the PZ-1, Pop Photo described the MTF program and it did seem to work -- at least they described it as an aperture priority mode with safety shifts. They dispelled early rumors that the MTF program mode somehow analyzed the lens and scene for the best quality; the

Re: Pentax matrix metering [Was: 31 and 35mm lenses tested inGerman magazine]

In the initial review of the PZ-1, Pop Photo described the MTF program and it did seem to work -- at least they described it as an aperture priority mode with safety shifts. They dispelled early rumors that the MTF program mode somehow analyzed the lens and scene for the best quality; the

Re: Pentax matrix metering [Was: 31 and 35mm lenses tested inGerman magazine]

Which F lenses have MTF info encoded? thanks Paul The MTF information is coded into the lens chips of FA lenses, and a few of the F lenses. The PZ-1, PZ-1p, and MZ-S bodies read this information from the lens. There is no analysis of scenes. I have used mtf mode on my 1p often. Joe

Re: Pentax matrix metering [Was: 31 and 35mm lenses tested inGerman magazine]

Which F lenses have MTF info encoded? Not the F*300/4.5 for certain. It acts like 'A' lenses only. regards, Alan Chan _ STOP MORE SPAM with the new MSN 8 and get 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail