I don't have experience with those other models, but changing the metering mode on the MZ-S rocks. One knob right on the top. In fact, the placement of the knob makes it almost too easy: I've accidentally bumped it into another mode a couple of times.
t On 12/2/04 11:14, Bruce Dayton wrote: > My feeling all along and after handling a DS in the store yesterday is > that those who are happy with something less than the MZ-5n, will be > happy with the DS. Basically people who are going to leave it on one > of the program modes and not change much of anything very often. > Those who like the handling of the MZ-5n and up (PZ-1p, MZ-S, etc) > will be much happier with the *istD as it has the settings that would > be changed most often on dedicated switches and buttons. > > The DS is nice, but I personally would not buy one for me. I would > still buy the original D.

