On Sat, 10 Feb 2001, Wieland Willker wrote: > > The only thing I wish were improved would be to make the viewfinder better > > suited to manual focussing, such as by increasing the magnification and > > offering a focussing screen with focussing aids (ie-center split, etc.). > > That said, I've gotten used to using the in-focus indicator when I have > > doubts. I've even used the AF assist light in dark situations where I'd > > never be able to focus manually, even with a proper viewfinder. > > What is the problem with the viewfinder? I have only MX so far. Is it > different form MX/ME Super style? What is the "in-focus indicator"? Hi wieland, it's not so much a problem but rather different design goals. The primary goal of the Z-1p is to be a good AF body. Hence, it dispels with MF design considerations such as microprism split-center focusing aids; the viewfinder of the Z-1p is a "natural bright matte" throughout. However, it's the relatively low magnification (0.8x) that I notice the most. Compared to the ME Super, the image appears smaller and this makes it harder for me to focus manually. By the way, you will notice these characteristics with most modern AF bodies. The in-focus indicator is tied into the AF system. It lights up in the viewfinder when the AF system determines that the subject is in focus (the body also makes a beeping sound but I have disabled that on mine). It is active even when you a have manual focus lens attached to the body so you can use it to verify your focusing. The AF assist beam is a red light that is projected from the body to help the AF system work in low-light situations. > Wieland, thinking about an Z1p It is a great body. I don't regret getting mine. Regards, Gerald - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
