Pentax ILX User Manual
Specifications and Main Features
- Type: SLR camera with a built-in 35mm full frame.
- Lens mount: Completely integrates all automatic diaphragm coupling into the Pentax, bayonet mount.
- Shutter: has a maximum speed of 1/2000. The shutter covers a horizontal titanium focal plane. Manual speeds are mechanically controlled from 1/2000 ‘X’ to 1/75 mechanically controlled and 1/60 to 4 electronically controlled. B and mechanical speeds operable without batteries. Xs have stepless electronic regulation automatically exposing from 1/2000 to 125 seconds.
- Flash Control: The flash controls has been put right from the film on T-type Pentax flash models. The adjusts the ambient light and the light from electronic flash.
- Flash Synchronization: Includes FP and X terminal synchronization and self-contained TLL Automatic flash control system.
- Self-Timer/Preview: Multi-Function Lever features 4-10 self-timer, mirror lock and 10 seconds delay in focus preview self-timer directly manually activated.
- Exposure Measurement: TTL metering chambered within the camera through the open lens light metering. It has two modes, automatic and manual. FIDA uses the IDM index, which ascertains light at the filament.
- Exposure Compensation: And in automatic mode compensating upwards requirement can go to 2 EVs.
- Viewfinder: An Eye Level Pentaprism Viewfinder FA-1 is supplied coated in silver, featuring interchangeable availability along with a diopter adjustment screw. A large data display is available to the user.
- Viewfinder Display: Displays eye level shutter speed parameters and hand-holdable speeds. It has a slow exposure warning and overexposure warning too.
- Focusing Screen: SC 21 included for free with other interchangeable circle screens which has surrounding microprism collar.
- Film Transport: Loading system: Pentax Magic Needle; rapid wind lever with straight pulls.
- Exposure Counter: Reversible operation, the two-way exposure counter can be moved from the loading indicator to 36
- Film Rewind: Winder LX and Motor Drive LX enable automatic film rewinding
- Power Source: Automatic cutoff on the voltage from two 1.5 volt alkaline or silver oxide mini-batteries; a viewfinder led weater warning indicator also exists
- Mirror: Large back-swing type, instant-return mirror to prevent shut-off from concentrated lenses.
- Back Cover: Data backs and bulk film magazines can be attached together since they use the same type of base.
- Body Size: 144.5mm x 90.5mm x 50mm (5.7 x 3.6 x 1.9 inches)
- Body Weight: 570 grams (20.1 ounces) without batteries
- Other Features: Optional hand grips, gaskets for dust and moisture, rubber base fittings, and strap fasteners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum shutter speed of the Pentax LX?
A: It equals one over two-thousand seconds maximum therefore the shutter speed rate is extremely high.
Q: Can the camera operate without batteries?
A: Yes, the camera can still work in the mechanical shutter speed range of 1/2000th second up until ‘X’ (1/75th second) without any batteries inserted.
Q: Which type of flash units can be used with the LX for TTL flash photography?
A: Users can employ Pentax ‘T’ type flash units or any other dedicated flash units as suitable accessories for LX.
Q: Can you tell me if the exposure counter is automatic or manual?
A: This function of the camera is automatic and has an additional reverse functionality when rewinding the film.
Q: What is the minimum and maximum film speed that the Pentax LX can handle?
A: It can handle film speeds varying from ASA/ISO 6 to ASA/ISO 3200.
Q: How do you select the film speed on the camera?
A: To set the film speed, press the ASA/ISO dial lock release and turn the dial until the desired ASA/ISO number is opposite the index mark.
Q: If the batteries get weak, what happens?
A: A low battery will cause the viewfinder shutter speed LED to flash which indicates a need for battery replacement.
Q: Is it possible to use different focusing screens in conjunction with the LX?
A: In order to cater to different photographic needs, lx permits the use of different focusing screens.
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