Hi, Scott,
I'd also recommend the PZ-1p, and I second nearly all the
recommendations already made about it (I haven't found it to vibrate
much -- I think the stronger-sounding shutter, motor wind, etc., may
give that impression. The K2 has quite a kick, as does the Super
Program/Super A. But it is true that compared with the PZ-1p, the
ZX/MZ series is whisper quiet).
The best improvements that the PZ-1p had over the PZ-1, I believe,
are the easy-to-dial-in flash compensation
in all modes and even using the built-in flash; the ability to
spotmeter with pre-A lenses (the PZ-1 will only allow centerweighted
metering with M and K lenses); the 2-second mirror pre-fire
self-timer setting; the easier navigation among the three metering
modes; the in-viewfinder exposure meter (PZ-1 only gives a +/- sign);
and the 28mm coverage of the built-in flash (PZ-1 is only spec'd at
35mm).
Joe
Howdy, gang!
A very brief background before I get to my question:
I have a K1000, MX, *ist(film), 6 M series primes, and two auto focus
zooms. The *ist's complete lack of metering with the M lenses has
become frustrating. So I'm in the market for a body that will fully
support all the K mount lenses I currently own. The MZ-S is the
logical choice here, but the budget (read: wife) says no.
I'm considering either an ZX-5(n) or a PZ-1(p). After digging through
Boj's site, I'm still unsure about the differences between the ZX-5
and the ZX-5n, and between the PZ-1 and the PZ-1p. The latter of both
models seems to be a bit more desirable, but are the differences
significant enough to warrant ruling out the previous models? Would
those of you with experience using these bodies have any
recommendations, advice, alternatives, etc.?
Also, I've never really understood hyper manual and hyper program.
Would anyone care to briefly describe them?
Thanks a bunch!
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Scott Loveless
http://www.twosixteen.com
