The innovative Pentax ZX-L features super-compact dimensions, simple operation, and Pentax's original Auto Picture Mode with a large illuminated mode dial. Designed for intermediate photographers yet easy enough to use for the budding amateur, the ZX-L is fully equipped with high-end features.
The Auto Picture Mode automatically selects one of five picture modes: landscape, close-up, action, portrait, or standard program. The latter setting is based on your subjects' distance, lens focal length, and movement; the ZX-L then tells you the camera's decision via the illuminated mode dial. This eliminates the need for you to flip through different modes yourself when photos are quickly needed.
You can tackle any lighting situation with the built-in flash (with red-eye reduction) and Pentax's sophisticated six-segment multi-pattern light metering system which calculates the optimum exposure, so that even the most difficult high/low-contrast lighting situations are no problem.
The predictive autofocus function automatically detects your subject's motion and anticipates the correct positioning at the time of shutter release, resulting in perfectly focused pictures even when the subject is moving toward or away from the camera.
You can also create artistic shots by combing exposures onto a single frame. When taking three or more exposure onthe same frame, simply press the multiple exposure button after each exposure to create your image. This camera also features quartz dating, panorama mode, and a remote control.
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The innovative ZX-L features super-compact dimensions, simple operation, and PENTAX's original Auto Picture Mode with a large illuminated mode dial. Its multi-mode auto-exposure system makes it the perfect starter SLR not only for beginners but also for intermediate photographers. In addition, it offers a host of advanced features and user-selectable exposure modes for advanced photographic applications and creative expressions.
The ZX-L features 11 Pentax Functions to customize the camera to the user's needs. Six selectable Picture Modes when the user wants more control over camera functions; plus, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Bulb, and full manual. Illuminated mode dial shows what mode is selected.
Three-point wide-frame autofocus with selectable Spot AF quickly focuses on the subject, even when it isn't in the center of the frame. Predictive autofocus automatically engages when the camera detects subject movement. Intelligent Auto Picture Mode selects the proper program line for every photographic situation.
Built-in auto pop-up flash with red-eye reduction gives extra illumination in low light conditions. Six-segment metering perfectly exposes photos in any light. 1/4000-second high-speed shutter lets you capture fast moving subjects. Auto bracketing and exposure compensation functions give the user freedom to experiment with difficult lighting conditions. Multiple exposure function allows the user to create eye-catching images. Memory lock button allows the camera to memorize exposure information for 20 seconds while the shot is recomposed.
Large LCD panel that automatically illuminates in low light conditions allows the user to quickly reference important camera information. Viewfinder display provides a full range of exposure information, including the selected picture mode.