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The '''MZ-30''' is a [[35mm]] [[SLR]] with [[autofocus]], and was introduced by [[Pentax]] in 2000. It utilized KAF lenses. It is also known as the '''ZX-30'''. Date back versions are also available.

It uses a electronic vertical travelling metal [[focal plane shutter]] with speeds from 30 to 1/2000 of a second plus a B mode. The [[self-timer]] is electronic with a delay of approx 12 sec.

Exposure modes include P with (action, landscape, close-up, portrait and night scenes), Av, Tv, and M modes. The camera is only compatible with newer F, A, FA type lenses in A mode. The meter has a range of 0 to 21 [[EV]] at (ASA 100), and can be set for [[DX-coded]] film speeds from 25 to 5000 ISO and manual speeds of 6 to 6400. [[Exposure compensation]] can be adjusted &plusmn; 3 [[EV]] at &frac12; steps. Measurements are made using a silicon photo cell. The built in flash has a GN of 11. The motorized film transport is able to travel at up to 2 fps. It is powered by two [[CR2 battery]].


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==Links==
* [http://www.butkus.org/chinon/pentax/pentax_zx-30/pentax_zx-30.htm ZX-30 manual] at [http://www.orphancameras.com Mike Butkus Orphan Cameras]

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