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Contax NX
9.6* out of 10

Contax NX

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Specifications

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Camera Features
Carl Zeiss T* Optics
The finest glass. The most advanced designs. The most stringent manufacturing techniques. And, of course, world-famous Carl Zeiss T* lens coating. The NX employs the finest lenses in the world.
Eco Glass
A new type of glass eliminates the environmentally unfriendly materials found in traditional lenses. Lead and arsenic has been replaced with titanium and niobium producing glass that is not only environmentally safe but also lighter.
Five-Point Wide Array Diagonal Auto Focus
The world’s first five-point focus array with peripheral focus sensors on the “rule of thirds” points, in addition to a central cross-line sensor. Makes positioning the subject for composition and focus easier than ever.
Dual Focus Control
The NX lets you switch between auto and manual focus at the push of a button. The system also allows manual focus assist in auto focus mode, as well as providing an option for auto focus assist in manual mode.
Spot, Center-Weighted and Matrix Metering
A selector switch on the side of the mirror box makes it easy to choose between spot, center-weighted and matrix metering. In matrix metering, the viewfinder displays the variation from a standard center-weighted reading.
Phase Difference Detection AF
A contrast measurement system that uses scene detail to precisely zero in on the subject. The ultrasonic motors incorporated into every N Series lens have been hand selected to deliver the highest torque, speed and accuracy possible.
20 Custom Functions
Customize camera operation according to preferences and needs.
N-Series Lenses
Uniform External Design
Every Carl Zeiss T* lens operates in the same way so there is no confusion on the part of the photographer, no matter which lens is used.
Optical Design
The secret of the true-to-life reproduction is in the optical design. And performance is optimum even at full aperture, or under poor lighting conditions. In fact, these are conditions where the visible difference really becomes apparent.
Famous T* Coating
The special Carl Zeiss T* multi-layer reflection coating produces ultra-flat transmission of light of all wavelengths. Coupled with the total elimination of internal reflection, the result is color reproduction of high purity.
Camera Specifications
Type:
35mm auto focus SLR
Image Size:
24 x 36mm
Lens Mount:
Contax N mount
Shutter:
Vertical travel focal plane shutter
Shutter Speed:
Av, Tv and P: 32 – 1/4000 sec., Manual: 32 – 1/4000 sec., Bulb, X-sync: 1/125 sec. (M mode)
Flash Sync Speed:
X contact (sync. to 1/125 sec.) with direct contact and sync terminal
Self-Timer:
Electronic with 10-sec. delay
Shutter Release:
Electronic release, Dedicated cable switch socket
Exposure Control:
Aperture priority AE, Shutter priority AE, Program AE, Manual, TTL auto flash
Metering System:
TTL evaluative, Center-weighted average, Spot (selectable)
Metering Range (ISO 100, f/1.4):
Evaluative: 0EV – 21EV, Center-weighted average: 0EV – 20EV, Spot: 3EV – 20EV
Film Speed Range:
Automatic with DX coded film: ISO 25 – 5000; Manual: ISO 6 – 6400
AE Lock:
EV at memory-stored image plane
Exposure Compensation:
+/-3EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps
ABC Function:
Exposure compensation with ABC button and single command dial Compensation range: +/-0.3EV, +/-0.5EV, +/-1EV
Built-In Flash:
Guide number 13.5 (ISO 100), Focal distance of 28mm, Red-eye reduction
Automatic Flash Intensity Adjustment:
TTL direct metering
Flash Sync:
Automatic selection of shutter speed (with fully-charged flash)
Flash Auto Setting Function:
Possible when combined with Contax flash unit with flash auto setting function
Second Curtain Sync:
Possible with built-in flash or Contax flash unit with second curtain sync function
Auto Focus:
5-point TTL phase difference detection
Viewfinder:
Eye-level pentaprism (long eye-point)
Field of View, Magnification:
93%, 0.78x (with 50mm standard lens at infinity, -1 diopter)
Diopter Correction:
FL-type fitted for correction with eight variations (sold separately)
Focusing Screen:
Fixed, Full matte
Viewfinder Display Information:
Focus frame, Film counter, Self-timer time, ABC shooting order, Film loading, Flash mark, Compensation mark, Focus display, Aperture value, Shutter speed, Metering mode icon, Exposure meter, Exposure compensation icon, Manual exposure mark
Display Panel Information:
Film counter, Self-timer time, ABC shooting order, Bulb elapsed time, Film loading, Battery mark, Distance display, Focus mode (manual, single AF, continuous AF), Exposure mode (manual, aperture priority, shutter priority, program auto), Metering display (spot, center-weighted average, evaluative), Drive mode (self-timer, single-frame, continuous), DX/ISO mark, ABC compensation mark, Built-in flash intensity compensation mark, Aperture value, ABC compensation, Internal flash intensity compensation, Shutter speed, Film speed, Custom functions, Exposure compensation, CF mark
Film Loading:
Auto loading with automatic advance to first frame
Film Advance:
Automatic with built-in motor
Film Rewind:
Automatic with built-in motor, Auto return/auto stop, mid-roll rewind
Drive Modes:
Single frame, Continuous, 10-sec. self-timer
Winding Speed:
Up to 2.3 fps with new batteries at normal room temperature
Film Counter:
Progressive, Auto reset, Displayed in pane and viewfinder
Accessory Shoe:
Direct X contact (with TLA flash interlocking contacts)
Custom Functions:
20
Batteries:
Two 3V CR2 lithium batteries
Battery Check:
Auto checking (indicated on display panel)
Battery Capacity:
Approx. 25 24-exposure cartridges with new batteries at normal room temperature
Other:
Aperture check button, AF supplementary light
Dimensions:
5.5" W x 4.4" H x 2.6" D (142 x 113 x 66 mm)
Weight:
1.3 lbs. (605 g), excluding batteries
Release Date
First seen
23 April 2007