Wow, I finally picked up my first LX. Probably 7/10 condition. I checked
it out in person, not intending on buying it (I was looking at screw mount
stuff) and just the feel of it made me crazy! It instantly reminded of my
first photography, using a Spotmatic. I just had to have it.
Anyway, besides the viewfinder blowing me away (it's the same brightness as
what you see with your eyes!), I absolutely love the user interface. The
scale on the right really makes one think of EV instead of just trying to
"get some numbers right". (I'd say it's just like a good analog gauge
cluster in a car).
Also, the LX really makes one respect "the pentax way". It's all about
composition; all these cameras (and especially the LX), make one really
think about the _art_ of composing the picture. IMHO, something like a
Canon is more about the technical aspects. This is also reflected in the
pentax lens designs, again IMHO. I can't believe how so many other
manufacturers bury aperature priority in their 35mm's.
I realize this is a bit redundant for many of the folks on the list, but I
thought I'd share my first impressions. And now, the obligatory questions
from a new owner:
- What is the shutter supposed to sound like? I swear that my first few
shots sounded pretty much like a spotmatic, and now it's a bit too
pingy/metallic sounding, and I think I'm noticing the mirror go up and out
of the way thru the viewfinder. I hope that my sweet new/used LX didn't
suffer an early problem! (I have a warranty though, hence my question).
- Should the film wind lever fully autoreturn to the fully stowed position?
Mine stays out a bit.
- How do I buy a new one from Japan from here in the States, before they all
disappear. Any of the LX2000 kits still around? :-) Or, could anyone
recommend a shop where I could get a 10/10 condition one to save?
It'll be interesting to see how many pictures I end up taking with the LX
vs. my 5n.
Thanks again,
Ryan Brooks
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