Ease of use
Program modes
Solid feel
Great value for money

Focusing may "hunt"
No cable release

This camera is perfect for beginners as well as ameteurs. I originally considered the equally good-value-for-money Pentax MZ-50, but opted for the MZ-30 for its multiple exposure and auto-flash capability. Having used the trusty Ricoh beforehand, the move up to an autofocus SLR was logical. If one wants something simple as a frame and shoot without playing with controls, but still would like a little extra to experiment with (without being too complicated), then go for this camera. One gets what one pays for, and for the price I paid, it was fantastic value. The sliding manual/auto focus selector is much better than those dial types found on other brands (less fiddly!). The standard of construction and design is therefore a credit to Pentax. The focusing speed is good, although its predecessor MZ-50 feels slightly faster. Overall, highly recommended!

Customer Service

Haven't the need so far.

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Does what I want it to

How it flashes in the dark to focus. Hurts peoples eyes.

I like how it can set the lighting and aperature itself- I can't say I miss doing it manually. I know I should. i also like that it has flash, my manual didn't, so all my pictures were outdoors.

Customer Service

Very Boston.

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