Pentax MX-1, silver

Main info

12 megapixel 1/1.7" CMOS sensor, 4× zoom f/1.8 lens (28-112 mm), image stabilizer, manual modes and RAW, Full HD video, HDMI, 3" tilt LCD

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  • 12 megapixels
  • Back illuminated 1/1.7 inch CMOS sensor 
  • Wide aperture lens : f/1.8 - 2.5
  • 4× optical zoom 
  • Tiltable 3-inch LCD screen
Large-aperture, optical 4× zoom lens
The PENTAX MX-1 features an optical four-times zoom lens offering a large maximum aperture of f/1.8 - 2.5 and a 28mm wide-angle coverage (in the 35mm format). Because the camera’s high performance assures sharp, well-defined images even when the zoom lens is set at maximum aperture and the widest angle of view, the photographer can use faster shutter speeds in dimly lit locations and take advantage of a beautiful bokeh (out-of-focus) effect in the background. The MX-1 also provides a 1cm Macro mode to capture dramatic close-up images of a subject from just one centimetre away, and an Intelligent Zoom function to extend the zoom coverage up to approximately 7.8× (for a focal length of approximately 218mm in the 35mm format) without compromising image quality.

Back-illuminated CMOS image sensor
The MX-1 incorporates a newly designed back-illuminated CMOS image sensor. With a top sensitivity of ISO 12800 and approximately 12.0 effective megapixels, it boasts remarkable high-sensitivity, low-noise characteristics and assures high-speed image data readout to deliver super-high-resolution images. The MX-1 also features a state-of-the-art imaging engine. Supported by the latest Super Resolution technology, this engine offers outstanding image-processing performance to produce clear, high-quality images with well-defined details. In addition, its unique Handheld Night snap mode helps the photographer capture blur-free night-time images by taking multiple images at one time, then synthesizing them into a single composite picture.

Classic design reminiscent of film cameras
With its textured-rubber grip, and brass top and bottom panels that develop a distinctive appearance after years of use, the MX-1 offers a classic design reminiscent of traditional film cameras. It also features a number of metallic parts, including the lens ring, to complete the tasteful, high-class finish.

In-body RAW data development & dedicated exposure compensation dial
Thanks to a dedicated exposure compensation dial, the MX-1 assures user-friendly, direct-access shift of the exposure compensation setting without the need to recall the menu screen. It also features a mode dial for swift, effortless setting of 10 different shooting modes — ranging from the hands-off Auto Picture and the all-purpose Programmed AE, to the more creative Aperture-priority AE, Shutter-priority AE and Metered Manual. As the result, the photographer is assured of outstanding creative freedom to choose the most appropriate shooting mode for a particular scene or subject without delay. What’s more, the MX-1 comes equipped with a host of SLR-standard features to optimize its operability, including advanced UI (user interface) functions, easy-to-access controls and in-body RAW data development.

Dual shake-reduction system to assure sharp, blur-free images
The MX-1’s dual shake-reduction system couples the PENTAX-developed sensor-shift-type SR (Shake Reduction) mechanism with a digital SR mode to more effectively compensate for annoying camera shake. This hybrid system assures the photographer of sharp, blur-free images even under demanding shooting conditions prone to camera shake, such as when using a telephoto lens, shooting with incidental light only in poorly lit locations, or photographing sunset scenes.

Large, tiltable LCD monitor
The MX-1 comes equipped with a large 3-inch, high-definition LCD monitor with approximately 920,000 dots. Its tilt-able design allows the photographer to adjust the monitor up and down and set it at the angle easiest for viewing. It also provides a clear view of images and menus displayed on the screen to assure a quick, effortless check of recorded images and swift, error-free setting changes.

Sensor

Effective megapixels
12
Sensor type
CMOS
Sensor size
1/1.7"
7.44 × 5.58 mm
Crop factor
4.6×
Aspect ratio
4:3
3:2, 16:9, 1:1 aspect ratio available
Largest image size
4000 × 3000
Smallest image size
2048 × 1536
ISO
100 – 12 800
1 EV increments
Filters
Primary color filter
Colour space
sRGB

Lens

Focal length
28 – 112 mm
Optical zoom
Aperture
f/1.8 - 2.5

Image stabiliser

Image stabiliser
Sensor shift type

Focusing

Focusing sensor
TTL contrast detection AF
Autofocus points
25
Autofocus modes
Auto
Single
Continuous
Tracking
Manual
Focus lock
Yes
Can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway
Focus point selection
25 points
Spot
Face detection
Yes
AF assist light
Yes
Focus distance
0.4 m - ∞ (wide)
0.4 m - ∞ (tele)
Close focus distance
0.05 m - 0.5 m (wide)
0.01 m (super macro)

Exposure metering

Metering
TTL metering
Modes
Multi-segment (evaluative)
Center weighted average
Spot
AE lock
Yes
Exposure compensation
±2 EV
1/2 EV increments
Exposure bracketing
Yes

Shutter

Shutter
Mechanical sutter
Electronic shutter
Shutter speed
1/2000 – 1/4 sec
Bulb
1/8000 – 30 sec
Bulb

Shooting

Exposure modes
Auto
Scene
Program
Aperture priority
Shutter priority
Manual (metered)
Bulb
Movie
Scene modes
21
Drive modes
Single
Continuous
Self-timer 2 sec
Self-timer 5 sec
Self-timer 10 sec
Remote control
Remote (3 sec)
Digital filters
Yes
Still image continuous shooting
1.57 fps
JPEG: up to 37 frames

White balance

White balance modes
Auto
Daylight
Cloudy
Shade
Tungsten
Fluorescent (4)
Flash
Manual

Movie recording

Video resolution
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 25p
Other formats
[DVCProHD] 1280 × 1080 50p
[DVCProHD] 1280 × 1080 25p
Duration
Depends on memory card capacity
Microphone
Integrated stereo microphone

File types

RAW
DNG
Movie format
Video: MPEG-4 AVC / H.264; Audio: WAV (PCM)
JPEG
EXIF 2.3
DCF
DPOF
PIM III

Viewfinder

Viewfinder type
None

LCD monitor

Display type
Display size (inches)
3.0
Screen dots
920 000
Touch screen
No
Coverage
100%
Live View
Yes

Storage

Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
SD
SDHC
SDXC
Integrated memory
75.3 MB
Other
Eye-Fi compatible

Flash

Flash type
Built-in flash
Range
0.4/0.4 m - 12.2/8.8 m (wide/tele)
Flash modes
Auto
Flash on
Flash off
Slow sync
Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
No

Interface

USB
USB 2.0
Video
AV out (NTSC/PAL)
microHDMI (Type D)
Remote control
Pentax remote control O-RC1

Features

GPS
No
Electronic level
Yes
Panorama
Yes

Power source

Battery
D-LI106 lithium battery
Battery life
290 shots (CIPA)
External power source
K-AC130E

Body

Dimensions
122.5 × 60 × 51.5 mm
Materials
Brass and composite
Weather sealing
None
Weight (body only)
363 g
Weight (with battery and memory card)
391 g
Package contents

Product codes

EAN
0027075225282
027075225282
Manufacturer code
12632

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