Which Pentax film body do I want?

kiron Kid · 05-28-2012, 09:12 PM

I have been using the Pentax ZX-30. But, I would like something a bit more robust, better built, professional, etc. I'll be using it with the Sigma 70-200 f/2.8AF APO lens. What body do you all recommend?

Thanks
Kiron Kid

twitch · 05-28-2012, 09:29 PM

I suggest a MZ-S

Zav · 05-28-2012, 10:15 PM

MZ-S seems to be the way to go.

twitch · 05-28-2012, 10:20 PM

A PZ-1p is also an option. Ugly as hell and not built as well as a MZ-S, but cheaper and has some advantages over an MZ-S (eg able to control aperture from the body).

filmamigo · 05-31-2012, 09:41 PM

I used that lens in combination with an MZ-S. They were an absolutely perfect match. And hilarious to see beside a Nikon F100 + 80-200 f/2.8 that was twice the size!

Unsinkable II · 06-07-2012, 11:03 AM

Originally posted by twitch

A PZ-1p is also an option. Ugly as hell and not built as well as a MZ-S, but cheaper and has some advantages over an MZ-S (eg able to control aperture from the body).

Aww! The Z-1p is a beauty! Love the grip. Hotshoe next to the wrist pivot. 1/8,000 shutter (I think). Telepathic central AF. A lot to love about that camera.

I'm not getting rid of mine until Fuji stop making film. For one, my children find it fascinating.

kiron Kid · 06-07-2012, 11:40 AM

Thanks Guys. Another good body of mine suggested the PZ-1 too. What are they going for on the used market?

Thanks

Unsinkable II · 06-07-2012, 12:13 PM

I got mine last year for about US$120. Bargain to the extreme.

**Aristophanes** · 06-12-2012, 05:51 AM

MZ-S or MZ-6.

05-28-2012, 09:12 PM	#1
kiron Kid Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Portland, OR Photos: Gallery Posts: 42	Which Pentax film body do I want? I have been using the Pentax ZX-30. But, I would like something a bit more robust, better built, professional, etc. I'll be using it with the Sigma 70-200 f/2.8AF APO lens. What body do you all recommend? Thanks Kiron Kid

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05-28-2012, 09:29 PM	#2
twitch Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,571	I suggest a MZ-S

05-28-2012, 10:15 PM	#3
Zav Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,371	MZ-S seems to be the way to go.

05-28-2012, 10:20 PM	#4
twitch Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 4,571	A PZ-1p is also an option. Ugly as hell and not built as well as a MZ-S, but cheaper and has some advantages over an MZ-S (eg able to control aperture from the body).

05-31-2012, 09:41 PM	#5
filmamigo Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 797	I used that lens in combination with an MZ-S. They were an absolutely perfect match. And hilarious to see beside a Nikon F100 + 80-200 f/2.8 that was twice the size!

06-07-2012, 11:03 AM	#6
Unsinkable II Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,352	Originally posted by twitch A PZ-1p is also an option. Ugly as hell and not built as well as a MZ-S, but cheaper and has some advantages over an MZ-S (eg able to control aperture from the body). Aww! The Z-1p is a beauty! Love the grip. Hotshoe next to the wrist pivot. 1/8,000 shutter (I think). Telepathic central AF. A lot to love about that camera. I'm not getting rid of mine until Fuji stop making film. For one, my children find it fascinating.

06-07-2012, 11:40 AM	#7
kiron Kid Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Portland, OR Photos: Gallery Posts: 42 Original Poster	Thanks Guys. Another good body of mine suggested the PZ-1 too. What are they going for on the used market? Thanks

06-07-2012, 12:13 PM	#8
Unsinkable II Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,352	I got mine last year for about US$120. Bargain to the extreme.

06-12-2012, 05:51 AM	#9
Aristophanes Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Rankin Inlet, Nunavut Photos: Albums Posts: 3,948	MZ-S or MZ-6.