MX-1 $229 at Adorama

MX-1 $229 at Adorama · 12:43 PM

Check it out: MX-1

Pentax MX1 Digial Camera - Silver 12633

Adam · 01-01-2014, 12:48 PM

It's rare to see a camera selling for less than half of the original price. That's definitely a steal!

DaveInPA · 01-01-2014, 05:30 PM

Wow! That's tempting. The one big turn off mentioned in reviews is the amount of time required to write Raw files.

Biro · 01-01-2014, 07:10 PM

I just sold my MX-1. But it was almost painful to do so. However, I just wasn't using it because I have too much gear and I am in the process of paring things down. Make no mistake: The MX-1 is a lovely camera and is a great deal at this price. There's very little risk here.

**Bear** · 01-01-2014, 08:52 PM

I just bought mine for $249.99 on Sunday from amazon and received it tuesday. While I got it for a tiny bit more, I still think I got a great deal. I have only played with it in the house (rainy days) but I know I will love it more when I get a chance for some real world use. Its a beautiful camera, great build and HEAVY. Its a solid one I tell ya. I can't wait for the brass to start to peeking through the silver.

Adam · 01-01-2014, 09:17 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by DaveInPA

Wow! That's tempting. The one big turn off mentioned in reviews is the amount of time required to write Raw files.

The slowness is certainly a drawback that we couldn't forgive at the original $500 price point. At $229 it's much more bearable though, I'd say!

DaveInPA · 01-01-2014, 09:25 PM

Originally posted by Adam

The slowness is certainly a drawback that we couldn't forgive at the original $500 price point. At $229 it's much more bearable though, I'd say!

Adam, I confess that I'm tempted because it is a good price.

But I keep telling myself to save the money for the 08 lens to go with my Q7.

**klh** · 01-02-2014, 06:38 AM

The MX-1 is a whole lot of camera at this price; it's a tremendous bargain. I am tempted to get a second.

**seventysixersfan** · 01-02-2014, 08:30 AM

I don't know how you manage to find these "hidden" deals on Adorama. If you type in MX-1 or Pentax MX-1 using Adorama's search box, the silver version does not appear at all and the black one shows up as discontinued. Anyway, excellent deal for a great camera, it is really tempting me a lot at this price...

innivus · 01-02-2014, 08:44 AM

Originally posted by seventysixersfan

I don't know how you manage to find these "hidden" deals on Adorama.

I get their junk e-mails...

Tanzer · 01-02-2014, 01:09 PM

Originally posted by innivus

I get their junk e-mails...

So in this case, special thanks for sharing the deal with the community! Thanks for "taking one for the team"!

Adam · 01-02-2014, 01:21 PM

For those of you who want to learn more about this camera, don't miss our in-depth review!

Pentax MX-1 Review - Introduction - PentaxForums.com

One thing to note is that the lens on this thing is extremely good at wide apertures.

digital029art · 01-02-2014, 01:49 PM

I'll second the lens!! The MX-1 easily replaces the Q/02 combo in every way. It's faster, sharper, quicker to focus and has more reach too. This is a no-brainer!

Mooey · 01-02-2014, 01:53 PM

What a bargain! I was out and about with mine today, just editing the RAW files now and the image quality is outstanding.

jonny_boy27 · 01-02-2014, 02:51 PM

S&H + Customs + Fees don't quite make it worth it, alas

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01-01-2014, 12:48 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	It's rare to see a camera selling for less than half of the original price. That's definitely a steal! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

01-01-2014, 09:17 PM - 1 Like	#6
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	Originally posted by DaveInPA Wow! That's tempting. The one big turn off mentioned in reviews is the amount of time required to write Raw files. The slowness is certainly a drawback that we couldn't forgive at the original $500 price point. At $229 it's much more bearable though, I'd say! Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

01-02-2014, 06:38 AM	#8
klh Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2009 Location: West Lafayette, Indiana, USA Posts: 827	The MX-1 is a whole lot of camera at this price; it's a tremendous bargain. I am tempted to get a second. Last edited by klh; 01-02-2014 at 06:48 AM.

01-02-2014, 01:21 PM	#12
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	For those of you who want to learn more about this camera, don't miss our in-depth review! Pentax MX-1 Review - Introduction - PentaxForums.com One thing to note is that the lens on this thing is extremely good at wide apertures. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

01-01-2014, 05:30 PM	#3
DaveInPA Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bucks County, PA Photos: Albums Posts: 499	Wow! That's tempting. The one big turn off mentioned in reviews is the amount of time required to write Raw files.

01-01-2014, 07:10 PM	#4
Biro Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1,200	I just sold my MX-1. But it was almost painful to do so. However, I just wasn't using it because I have too much gear and I am in the process of paring things down. Make no mistake: The MX-1 is a lovely camera and is a great deal at this price. There's very little risk here.

01-01-2014, 08:52 PM	#5
Bear Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Orange Park, FL Photos: Albums Posts: 158	I just bought mine for $249.99 on Sunday from amazon and received it tuesday. While I got it for a tiny bit more, I still think I got a great deal. I have only played with it in the house (rainy days) but I know I will love it more when I get a chance for some real world use. Its a beautiful camera, great build and HEAVY. Its a solid one I tell ya. I can't wait for the brass to start to peeking through the silver.

01-01-2014, 09:25 PM	#7
DaveInPA Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bucks County, PA Photos: Albums Posts: 499	Originally posted by Adam The slowness is certainly a drawback that we couldn't forgive at the original $500 price point. At $229 it's much more bearable though, I'd say! Adam, I confess that I'm tempted because it is a good price. But I keep telling myself to save the money for the 08 lens to go with my Q7.

01-02-2014, 08:30 AM	#9
seventysixersfan Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 2,054	I don't know how you manage to find these "hidden" deals on Adorama. If you type in MX-1 or Pentax MX-1 using Adorama's search box, the silver version does not appear at all and the black one shows up as discontinued. Anyway, excellent deal for a great camera, it is really tempting me a lot at this price...

01-02-2014, 08:44 AM	#10
innivus Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Bronx NY Posts: 340 Original Poster	Originally posted by seventysixersfan I don't know how you manage to find these "hidden" deals on Adorama. I get their junk e-mails...

01-02-2014, 01:09 PM	#11
Tanzer Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Perrineville, NJ Posts: 1,375	Originally posted by innivus I get their junk e-mails... So in this case, special thanks for sharing the deal with the community! Thanks for "taking one for the team"!

01-02-2014, 01:49 PM	#13
digital029art Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 440	I'll second the lens!! The MX-1 easily replaces the Q/02 combo in every way. It's faster, sharper, quicker to focus and has more reach too. This is a no-brainer!

01-02-2014, 01:53 PM	#14
Mooey Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Photos: Albums Posts: 92	What a bargain! I was out and about with mine today, just editing the RAW files now and the image quality is outstanding.

01-02-2014, 02:51 PM	#15
jonny_boy27 New Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 10	S&H + Customs + Fees don't quite make it worth it, alas

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