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April 13, 2005
Pentax ZX5n
I have owned two Pentax ZX5's. My first one was stolen, and when I had a chance to replace it, I jumped at the opportunity. The Pentax ZX5n is completely automatic, but like any good SLR, it can also be completely manual. My favorite part of this camera is that it has old-school knobs that you turn to adjust the shutter speed and ISO. For anyone who learned on a Pentax K1000, like me, this camera is very user friendly. Perhaps that is why this camera is the choice of teachers now that the K1000 is getting harder to find. If you are looking to purchase your first SLR, I highly recommend this camera.
Posted by Adrian at April 13, 2005 3:33 AM
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i have ZX-5n which was given by my dad on my birthday but i dont have the manual on operating this camera where can i get this thank you sir
Posted by: Mateo at September 16, 2005 9:47 AM
My advice would be to check ebay. I looked real quick and saw they had a manual on cd for $5. There might be something on the Pentax website as well. Good luck.
Posted by: Adrian at September 16, 2005 11:04 AM
Check pentax.com they have manuals in pdf format, all way way back...
Posted by: BAxter at June 15, 2006 10:17 AM
its good to know that you are recommending such kind of camera. it really helped me think about the kind of camera i should use for a first in photo journalism. hmmmm..but the thing is i really dont have the right budget and my mother wouldn't buy me any. do you know of where i can still find that kind of model of camera?? where i could purchase it cheaper if possible?? :)
Posted by: maia at August 14, 2007 7:09 AM