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Pentax MX1 Expert Compact Digital Camera - Black (12 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 3 inch Tilt LCD (discontinued by manufacturer)
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Pentax MX1 Expert Compact Digital Camera - Black (12 MP, 4x Optical Zoom) 3 inch Tilt LCD (discontinued by manufacturer)

3.9/5
Product ID: 71208047
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Details

  • Compatible Mountings
    Micro Four
  • Aspect Ratio
    16:9
  • Photo Sensor Technology
    CMOS
  • Supported File Format
    MXF
  • Image Stabilization
    Digital
  • Maximum Focal Length
    112
📸12 MP Sensor
🔍4x Zoom
🖥️3" Tilt LCD
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Description

📷 Snap, Zoom, and Tilt Your Way to Stunning Shots!

  • SHAKE IT OFF - Enjoy steady shots with advanced sensor-shift shake reduction technology.
  • ZOOM INTO LIFE - Get closer to the action with a versatile 4x wide-angle zoom lens (F1.8-2.5).
  • SEE IT YOUR WAY - Frame your shots perfectly with a large 3" tilt-able LCD monitor.
  • CREATIVE CONTROL - Unleash your inner photographer with PASM modes for tailored shooting.
  • CAPTURE EVERY MOMENT - Experience stunning clarity with a 12 MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor.

The Pentax MX1 Expert Compact Digital Camera combines a powerful 12 MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor with a versatile 4x optical zoom lens, ensuring high-quality images in various settings. Its innovative sensor-shift shake reduction technology enhances stability, while PASM modes provide creative control for photography enthusiasts. The large 3-inch tilt LCD monitor allows for easy framing and viewing, making it a perfect companion for capturing life's moments.

Specifications

Metering MethodsEvaluative
Exposure ControlAutomatic, Manual
White Balance SettingsAuto
Self Timer10 seconds
Screen Size3 Inches
Display TypeLCD
Dots Per Screen230000
Display Resolution Maximum12 MP
Has Color ScreenYes
Flash Memory TypeSD
Memory Slots Available1.0
Memory Storage Capacity75.3 MB
Write Speed1 fps
Compatible MountingsMicro Four Thirds
Sensor TypeCMOS
Image stabilizationDigital
Maximum Aperture2.5
Expanded ISO Minimum100
Photo Sensor Resolution12 MP
Photo Sensor Size1/2.3-inch
Maximum Shutter Speed30 seconds
Minimum Shutter Speed1/2000秒
Form FactorCompact
Special FeatureImage Stabilization
ColorBlack
Item Weight391 Grams
Video Resolution1080p
ViewfinderElectronic
Flash ModesAutomatic
Camera Flashno flash
Skill LevelAmateur
Specific Uses For ProductPhotography
Compatible DevicesComputers, tablets, smartphones
Continuous Shooting1.00
Aperture modesF1.8-F2.5
Audio InputBuilt-in microphone
Flash Sync Speed1/2000 seconds or lower
Video Capture FormatMXF
Audio Output Typeinternal
Battery Cell TypeLithium Ion
Battery TypeLithium Ion
Water Resistance LevelNot Water Resistant
Supported Audio FormatAAC, MP3
Aspect Ratio16:9
File FormatMXF
Effective Still Resolution12 MP
JPEG Quality LevelFine
Supported Image FormatJPEG
Total Still Resolution12 MP
Maximum Focal Length112 Millimeters
Optical Zoom4 x
Lens TypeWide Angle Zoom
ZoomOptical Zoom
Camera Lens28-112mm lens with 4x optical zoom, image stabilization for low light, compatible with Micro Four Thirds mountings.
Minimum Focal Length28 Millimeters
Focal Length Description28 millimeters
Digital Zoom1.95 x
Lens Construction10 or 11 elements in 9 groups
Connectivity TechnologyUSB, HDMI
Wireless TechnologyEyeFi
Video OutputHDMI
Total USB 2.0 Ports1
Total USB Ports1
Total Video Out Ports1
Shooting ModesLandscape, Automatic, Sports
Digital Scene TransitionFalse
Digital-StillYes
Movie ModeYes
Image Capture TypeStills & Video
Night visionNo
Auto Focus TechnologyContrast Detection
Focus FeaturesAutofocus
Focus TypeAuto Focus
Focus ModeAutomatic AF (AF-A)
AutofocusYes

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G**S

A wonderful camera

The camera does everything is supposed to. Personally I like the size and weight of it. It makes me feel like I'm holding a real camera and not some kind of a toy, without the extra weight and size of my canon 7D which draws a lot of attention and muscles to carry around.The lens is sharp and focuses quickly at all lengths. It is a little less sharp than the Leica one on my Panasonic LX7, but the results are fantastic. I have taken some wonderful pictures with it. I still struggle which one to take with me, the LX7 or the Pentax MX-1 but I feel the MX-1 will eventually be the winner due to its flip up or down screen.I have taken out one star, due to its slow refresh rate. After taking a picture it takes a while for the camera to process the information and return back to a shooting status. Not a major delay with jpeg but noticeably slow when processing Raw files. Perhaps, a firmware update will take care of that. I would also like a hot shoe and the aperture control on a ring on the lens, like the LX7. All in all, a wonderful camera which I will always keep.Update:05/01/2014Two things that I came to appreciate about the camera and the company.1. The fact that the camera lets you customize your own WB (white balance) in SCN mode (handheld night snap) where the camera takes a number of pictures in rapid succession, combining them internally into one thus reducing camera shake and noise.And it does that quite good. Usually one has to revert to this mode due to poor lighting conditions and in most cases "weird" one, due to most of the times, to many different kinds of lighting sources . Being able to adjust the WB in circumstances like that, to my opinion, is more than essential to any photographer. Something that cannot be done with my LX7,fujifilm HS50 EXR or any other compact camera I owned before.2. In shutter priority mode, one has the option to slow down the shutter and more importantly to even revert to "Bulb" mode where the shutter stays open for as long as the photographer wishes."Bulb" in a compact bridge camera!!! This is just fantastic!I have yet to see the above two points to any other point&shoot or bridge camera.Well done Pentax !!!Update: 02/FEB/2014I have been using the camera for a while now. It is indeed a pleasure to use and hold. The lens is indeed very sharp at all focal lengths.Unfortunately,though if you are one of those shooters who like shooting panoramic images, don't look here. It's 2 panoramic modes (Digital Panorama & Digital wide ) are a joke. So basic and primitive. Nothing compared to the automation and ease of panoramic modes in other cameras. It will take more effort, skill and lots of luck to be able to successfully create a panoramic image. Better learn the technique and stitch in Photoshop or some other program.Another thing that I didn't like is that in HDR mode it won't even let you change the aperture you want to shoot with.

S**Z

Undervalued little gem - put against the Sony RX100

So everybody is marvelling at the Rx100 (or the II if you will it so).Big sensor and all.BUTThe lens on this one here is a beauty. About the same zoom range like the Sony and SHARP. Whatever Range, whatever distance (it is beautiful for macro although cannot beat my OMD with an old Konica lens and macroextensions).The Handling is really good, and with a WIFI SD Card you can work on your pictures with snapseed (or instagram if you insist) on your mobile / pad.Ok, although I am pretty much sold on this and want to keep it until the brass shows there are a fewCONS:- Lenscap - ..... I mean really? This is especially annoying because the camera wont turn on with the Lenscap on. I mean it is literally pounding on the lenscap in the inside...Thankfully ebay offers some help in form of an automatically opening Lenscap - SOLVED,- Panoramas - while in Theory a good function it broad daylight there is next to no chance to see the overlaying parts on the screen. So forget about it and try doing it with software.- Size. It could be a tiny bit smaller. It is pretty thick AND wide. While I personally find the RX100 too small - I have seen friends (with bad technique) shooting lots of pretty slanted photos, which I can be atributed to it's size as well.- Viewfinder - I got so used to it on my OMD so I had to go back to display framing on this one - and still miss a Viewfinder. The RX100 you can at least attach one.Other than that it has brought me lots of shooting pleasure. It just does things right and the Aperture Range from 1.8 - 2.5 is soo usable. On the RX100 you have to stick to wide when it gets darker. Not on this one.Just try it out and see if it is for you.Me? I am so in the Market for a Pentax MX-2. Integrated Viewfinder like on the Panasonic GX7 or at least in the LF1 and you have me.Last word on image quality. Landscapes is not a strong suit of this one. Sure, it does it. And the lens is a beast. But with this sensor size and 12MP you wont win a prize - probably. But for your run of the mill Holiday shots, street shooting, Quick portraits, buildings, etc. it beats about 90% of the Point and Shoot Cams out there. And while talking about beating stuff: My GF was carrying my old Olympus PEN E-PL2 with a 14-42 kit lens. Needless to say that the Pentax outdid this combo even in resolution because the Oly is just not very sharp - and we should not begin about aperture. Of course outfit the Oly with the compact Pana 20mm F1.7 and things look different. Taking into account that the Pana 20mm costs roughly the amount of the whole Pentax MX-1 that is a bit of a unfair comparison though. That said, the MX-1 still comes awfully close to what you can do with that combo.

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