 The MZ-S design returned to a more conventional one compared to the PZ-1p; the shoe for external flash and accessories returned to the top of the pentaprism housing, instead of the unusual right-handgrip position used on the older camera.The status LCD moved from atop the pentaprism to the top of the camera's right shoulder, like many competing designs.However, instead of a flat camera top, the Pentax designers angled the top plate towards the user at a 30° angle for easier viewing.