Hi,
there are 2 problems which seem quite common with MXs:
1) the frame counter stops working. I've had this happen on 2 of mine.
It's fairly cheap to have it repaired, provided the repairer can get
the parts.
2) the shutter release lock sometimes doesn't do the job 100%, so that
there is still some play in the shutter release. This can switch on
the metering circuit. So if you store an MX which has this problem
with some pressure on the release - eg the top of your bag or case -
it will drain the batteries.
Over the years I think I've owned 4 MXs, and I still have the first I
ever bought, from 1979/80. Other than the problems described above
they've been very reliable. The only other problem was one whose film
advance would intermittently jam. I didn't try to repair it, but
traded it in against an LX.
---
Bob
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Sunday, April 29, 2001, 12:28:05 PM, you wrote:
> I am thinking of buying an MX to complement my MZ-5n, have any of you guys any tips
>on what to look for with this particular model if buying second/third/forth hand?
> Much appreciated
> Paul
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