Which SLR to buy?

Paleki · 01-24-2011, 10:06 AM

I have the opportunity to buy the ZX-M, Zx-10, Zx-50, and ZX-60. I have already had the ZX-M and liked it. I dont mind the full manual, though auto focus would be nice. I do want a camera that I can attach as many lenses as possible, mostly for greatest selection or apertures/options.

What do you guys think?

Adam · 01-24-2011, 10:14 AM

Take a look at the film camera comparison chart over at mostphotos.com- I believe those cameras have some lens limitations.

eddie1960 · 01-24-2011, 10:19 AM

could you link that Adam? I find nothing at mostphotos (a microstock agency isn't it)

**ChrisPlatt** · 01-24-2011, 10:29 AM

Unfortunately the ZX/MZ series cameras you mentioned are not particularly reliable.
Nearly any other Pentax SLR, AF or manual focus, would be a better choice in this respect.

Chris

Nesster · 01-24-2011, 10:38 AM

Pentax Camera Reviews - Pentax K-R, Pentax K-5, K-x, K-7, and 645D DSLRs - PentaxForums.com

Check the mount type - afair the ZX-M and ZX-10 are the only non-crippled bodies on your list.

I used the ZX-10 for a few years, until the selection rocker switch developed a problem. It is fairly basic and limited, and the auto focus can behave in a crude manner (slam from one focus stop to the other), but it is a nice cam.

I'd agree with Chris that there are better Pentaxes to be had.

violini · 01-24-2011, 01:46 PM

Mz-s, pz-1p, mz-6, mz-5n.

I have a MZ-7 I want to sell. It has a new mirror motor installed and you'll have peace of mind not to worry about mirror getting stuck.

01-24-2011, 10:06 AM	#1
Paleki Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 16	Which SLR to buy? I have the opportunity to buy the ZX-M, Zx-10, Zx-50, and ZX-60. I have already had the ZX-M and liked it. I dont mind the full manual, though auto focus would be nice. I do want a camera that I can attach as many lenses as possible, mostly for greatest selection or apertures/options. What do you guys think?

01-24-2011, 01:46 PM	#6
violini Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Winnipeg MB Photos: Gallery Posts: 350	Mz-s, pz-1p, mz-6, mz-5n. I have a MZ-7 I want to sell. It has a new mirror motor installed and you'll have peace of mind not to worry about mirror getting stuck. Last edited by violini; 02-04-2011 at 10:57 AM.

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01-24-2011, 10:14 AM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Take a look at the film camera comparison chart over at mostphotos.com- I believe those cameras have some lens limitations.

01-24-2011, 10:19 AM	#3
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,667	could you link that Adam? I find nothing at mostphotos (a microstock agency isn't it)

01-24-2011, 10:29 AM	#4
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,697	Unfortunately the ZX/MZ series cameras you mentioned are not particularly reliable. Nearly any other Pentax SLR, AF or manual focus, would be a better choice in this respect. Chris

01-24-2011, 10:38 AM	#5
Nesster Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 13,072	Pentax Camera Reviews - Pentax K-R, Pentax K-5, K-x, K-7, and 645D DSLRs - PentaxForums.com Check the mount type - afair the ZX-M and ZX-10 are the only non-crippled bodies on your list. I used the ZX-10 for a few years, until the selection rocker switch developed a problem. It is fairly basic and limited, and the auto focus can behave in a crude manner (slam from one focus stop to the other), but it is a nice cam. I'd agree with Chris that there are better Pentaxes to be had.