Pentax ZX-M - Manual

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Page 2 – P E N TA X; LENSES
Page 3 – 5mm Autofocus SLR with Date
Page 4 – *ist Date Specifications
Page 5 – EQUIPMENT LEASING AVAILABLE
Page 7 – AUTOFOCUS LENSES
Page 13 – FLASHES
Page 15 – P H O E N I X; MANUAL FOCUS LENSES
Page 18 – F L A S H E S
Page 19 – S I G M A; 5mm Autofocus SLRs
Page 21 – TTL Macro Ringlight Flash
Page 22 – AF L; U L T R A W I D E - A N G L E L E N S E S
Page 23 – W I D E - A N G L E L E N S E S
Page 24 – M A C R O L E N S E S
Page 25 – S U P E R T E L E P H O T O L E N S E S
Page 26 – U L T R A - W I D E A N G L E Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 27 – W I D E A N G L E Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 30 – T E L E P H O T O Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 32 – S U P E R - T E L E P H O T O Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 33 – LENS SPECIFICATIONS
Page 34 – R O L L E I; Manual Rangefinder Camera; 5RF ACCESSORIES
Page 35 – TA M R O N; Adaptall-2 Interchangeable Mount System
Page 37 – W I D E - A N G L E , T E L E P H O T O & M A C R O L E N S E S
Page 38 – W I D E A N G L E Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 39 – H I G H P E R F O R M A N C E Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 41 – T O K I N A; W I D E A N G L E & T E L E P H O T O Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 42 – A T - X P R O F I X E D F O C A L L E N G T H L E N S E S
Page 43 – A T - X P R O Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 44 – A T - X Z O O M L E N S E S
Page 45 – V I V I TA R; SLR CAMERAS; F I X E D F O C A L L E N S
Page 47 – ZOOM LENSES
Page 49 – V O I G T L A N D E R; BESSA R; Manual Focus 35mm Rangefinder Cameras
Page 50 – L E I C A M - M O U N T R A N G E F I N D E R L E N S E S; M - L E N S S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Page 51 – For Bessa R or the R2A/R3A with Optional Adapter
Page 53 – Lens Hoods; Adapter Rings
Page 54 – ACCESSORIES
Page 55 – BESSA R2S • BESSA R2C; BESSAFLEX TM
Page 56 – BESSAFLEX TM SLR LENSES; L SCREWMOUNT LENS SPECIFICATIONS

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P E N TA X

ZX-M

CAMERAS &

LENSES

138

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PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO

Manual Focus 35mm SLR Camera

Like its sister models in the popular ZX-series, the ZX-M offers
super-compact dimensions and straightforward, easy to read dial
controls; but focus is totally manual. It incorporates an array of creative
and user-friendly features, including a multi-mode exposure system;
an advanced light metering system; and a 1/2000-second high-speed
shutter. For convenience, it offers easy film handling, LCD and
viewfinder displays, depth-of-field preview and a Memory Lock
function. As a result, this is the model for the next generation of
photographers as well as those who want to learn the basic skills
through creativity and fun. The ZX-M helps teach photography in a
simple and easy way. It is also very lightweight, so just about anybody
can take it just about anywhere. Accepts all A, FA, and F-mount lenses.

Compact, Lightweight Body

The ZX-M measures just 135mm (5.3˝) wide,
90.5mm (3.6˝) high and 55mm (2.2˝) deep,
and weighs only 305 grams (10.8 oz.), making
it compact enough for the user to bring along
on every occasion.

Multi-Mode

Exposure System

The ZX-M offers four different exposure
modes: the hands-off Programmed AE, the
depth-oriented Aperture-Priority AE, the
action oriented Shutter-Priority AE, and the
totally maneuverable Metered Manual. The
selection of an exposure mode is made simply
by adjusting the lens aperture ring and/or the
camera’s shutter dial.

Multi-Pattern

Metering System

The ZX-M multi-pattern metering system is
designed to get the maximum performance
from the camera’s auto-exposure modes –
even in difficult backlighting and high-
contrast situations.

Manual ISO Film Setting

Film speed can be manually adjusted between
ISO 6 and ISO 6400 in 1/3 steps, so that the
photographer can set the right film speed for
non-DX coded film or intentionally shift the
exposure level on an entire roll of film.

Exposure Compensation

With a simple turn of the exposure compen-
sation dial, this function allows the user to
adjust the level of exposure within a ±3EV
range in 1/2EV steps for bracketing or for
intentional over - or underexposure.

Memory Lock

This function allows the user to ensure
correct exposure on a single element in the
final image by memorizing the exposure
data for 10 seconds with simple push-button
operation.

LCD and

Viewfinder Display

The external LCD panel and viewfinder
display offer a range of useful photographic
data to the photographer at a glance. The
viewfinder also features a Pentax original
Natural-Bright-Matte focusing screen for a
sharp, clear viewfinder image and an
automatic illuminator for easy reading of data
regardless of the subject’s lighting
condition.

Easy Film Handling

The built-in film winder loads the film,
advances it to the first frame, winds it at
the speed of two frames per second, and
rewinds the film at the end of the roll – all
automatically.

High-Speed Shutter

With a top shutter speed of 1/2000 second,
the ZX-M can freeze a critical moment in the
subject’s movement. Such high shutter
speeds are very useful in sports and action
photography.

Depth-of-field

Preview

One push of the preview button allows the
user to check the depth of focus to create the
desired visual effect, even when the lens
aperture ring is set to the “A” (auto) position.

Self-Timer

The built-in self-timer delays shutter release
by 12 seconds, allowing the photographer to
be part of the picture. This is also useful for
avoiding camera shake in slow-shutter and
bulb applications.

Compatibility

with Pentax Lenses

and Accessories

Most existing high-quality Pentax 35mm
interchangeable lenses and a wider range of
optional accessories can be used with the
ZX-M to satisfy the photographer’s every
creative need. (Note that autofocus operation
is not available with the ZX-M even when a
Pentax-FA lens is mounted.)

F E AT U R E S

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Summary

Page 2 - P E N TA X; LENSES

P E N TA X ZX-M CAMERAS & LENSES 139 PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO ORDER & INFO. (212) 502-6340 • FAX: (212) 239-7770 (800) 947-7008 1-800-290-6750 • www.bhphotovideo.com Specifications • Type: TTL automatic exposure multi-mode 35mm SLR • Lens Mount: Pentax KA2 bayonet mount compatible with KAF2...

Page 3 - 5mm Autofocus SLR with Date

Flash System ◆ Built-in multi-function retractableauto flash with autopop-up feature.Covering an angleof view as wide as28mm, the autoflash automatically pops up and dischargeswhen the camera detects low-light and/orbacklight situations. It also retracts to thestorage position automatically when the...

Page 4 - *ist Date Specifications

P E N TA X *IST DATE Custom Functions ◆ The *ist offers 17 custom functionsenabling the photographer to customizesome basic camera functions to suitindividual preferences. These functionsinclude the AF pointer display in theviewfinder, the LED illuminator operationmode in the LCD panel, the order of...