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Small, light, automatic and stylish. One of the easiest SLR cameras to use – perfect for any occasion. With original Pentax zoom lens. The Pentax ME is the easiest to use member of the Pentax ‘M’ series of SLRs (which also includes the ME-Super, MX). All three share the same lightweight and ultra-compact chassis, showcasing great build quality and lovely to use controls. The ME has automatic (aperture-priority) exposure, so is quick and easy to shoot with. You choose the lens aperture (which gives you control of depth-of-field) and the camera automatically sets the correct shutter speed. The clear LED display lets you know the shutter speed warns you of over / under exposure if needed. The 40-80mm Pentax zoom lens is great for street photography and general use. Pentax put some thought into making film loading easy too – when loading film the camera has a special spool with many slots so it is faster more reliable to load film correctly. There is also a little window on the back of the camera with a striped flag that moves when you wind film on to confirm that film is indeed loaded correctly. Simple, yet very useful. The viewfinder is a joy to use – big, clear and bright. Pentax also released a separate flash to go with the ME: the AF200S (we generally have these in stock). This offers auto flash exposure.   Specifications Shutter speeds from 1/2000 – 4s Simple film loading with ‘film loaded’ confirmation window Aperture priority automatic exposure LED viewfinder display: Shutter speed Exposure compensation Over / Under exposure Takes 2x LR44 batteries (supplied)  Condition Body in very good condition with a few light scratches from use Viewfinder is bright and clear Fully tested with all functions in working order including shutter / film winding / meter

The Pentax K1000 is a great quality camera sold from 1976 to 1997 and is an excellent choice for learning about film photography. This book is the perfect companion for the K1000 and is specifically tailored to this camera so that you can rapidly increase your photography knowledge, ability and enjoyment. See the gallery for the table of contents. This purchase is for the electronic download (you will receive a link to download the PDF file). There is a separate listing for the printed version (in handy A5 format with lay-flat binding).

The Pentax K1000 is a great quality camera sold from 1976 to 1997 and is an excellent choice for learning about film photography. This book is the perfect companion for the K1000 and is specifically tailored to this camera so that you can rapidly increase your photography knowledge, ability and enjoyment. See the gallery for the table of contents. This book is available as both a printed copy (in handy A5 format with lay-flat binding) and as an electronic download (PDF version).

Compatible with all Pentax KM-mount SLR cameras, this has a classic zoom range of 80-200mm.  Comes with lens cap and rear cap. Condition No mould / fungus / scratches or marks. Exterior of lens body in excellent condition. Focusing ring and aperture operate smoothly An excellent example.

A lovely example of the Pentax 135mm / f2.5 large-aperture telephoto lens in excellent condition. No external wear and great optics.  Fits M42 screw mount SLRs (e.g. the Pentax Spotmatic). Comes with original metal lens cap.

This is a Pentax 35mm / f2 wide-angle lens in very good condition. No external wear and great optics.  Fits M42 screw mount SLRs (e.g. the Pentax Spotmatic). Comes with original metal lens cap.

This is a Pentax 28mm / f2.8 wide angle lens in very condition. Nice clear optics and a lens with no scratches / marks. Fits all Pentax SLRs using Pentax K-mount.  

Small, light, automatic and stylish. One of the easiest SLR cameras to use – perfect for any occasion. The Pentax ME is the easiest to use member of the Pentax ‘M’ series of SLRs (which also includes the ME-Super, MX). All three share the same lightweight and ultra-compact chassis, showcasing great build quality and lovely to use controls. The ME has automatic (aperture-priority) exposure, so is quick and easy to shoot with. You choose the lens aperture (which gives you control of depth-of-field) and the camera automatically sets the correct shutter speed. The clear LED display lets you know the shutter speed warns you of over / under exposure if needed. Pentax put some thought into making film loading easy too – when loading film the camera has a special spool with many slots so it is faster more reliable to load film correctly. There is also a little window on the back of the camera with a striped flag that moves when you wind film on to confirm that film is indeed loaded correctly. Simple, yet very useful. The viewfinder is a joy to use – big, clear and bright. Available with either a silver or black body. Pentax also released a separate flash to go with the ME: the AF200S (we generally have these in stock). This offers auto flash exposure and is a great accessory to have. Specifications Shutter speeds from 1/2000 – 4s Simple film loading with ‘film loaded’ confirmation window Aperture priority automatic exposure LED viewfinder display: Shutter speed Exposure compensation Over / Under exposure Takes 2x LR44 batteries (supplied)  Condition Body in very good condition with a few light scratches from use Viewfinder is bright and clear Clear / clean 50mm lens (f/1.7) Fully tested with all functions in working order including shutter / film winding / meter

A very compact and simple to use camera with one of the most powerful zoom lenses on a point-and-shoot. Great for beginners, but capable of excellent results. Has an LCD screen on top displaying the film counter, flash mode and battery status. Automatically loads the film, and winds / rewinds.Has multi-point autofocus for greater focusing accuracy, and a very powerful 38-160mm zoom lens. Features: Autofocus / auto film loading / auto film wind and rewind Built-in flash Self-timer Works with standard 35mm film Night shot mode LCD display Takes a CR123A battery (included) Great for beginners Condition:• In full working order.• Body and lens in good condition with a few scuffs from usage.  

The Pentax Spotmatic was the forerunner to the legendary Pentax K1000 and is an excellent camera for those keen to learn film photography. This example comes with a large aperture f1.8 Pentax Takumar 55mm lens. The camera operates in full manual mode, with the built-in light meter. The viewfinder has a needle that shows if you are over or underexposed. Just turn the shutter or aperture rings until the needle is in the central position for perfect exposure. Has very clear and simple controls, so you can focus on composing the image. Very easy to shoot with and will really help you to learn about the fundamentals of photography. Comes with original Pentax leather strap, lens cap and meter battery. Condition Good condition all round - some scuffing from camera straps but no dents. Beautiful clear viewfinder with only a little dust Lens is in very good condition. All functions are working correctly including the light meter  

This is a Pentax 28mm  / f2.8 wide angle lens in excellent condition - virtually as new. It also comes with the original Pentax lens hood. Stunning optics and a rare chance - lens with no scratches / marks / mould. Fits all Pentax SLRs using Pentax K-mount.  

The lovely Pentax MX is excellent for beginners, but has fantastic build quality. With a full metal chassis and metal top / bottom it is built to last. We generally have both silver and black bodies in stock. Let us know if you have a preference. (Note that the famous Pentax K1000 is actually a budget / reduced functionality version of the MX). The MX is a much more compact camera. It operates in full manual mode, with the built-in light meter. The viewfinder displays the selected shutter speed and a series of lights to indicate if you are over / under exposed. Just turn the shutter or aperture rings until the green light comes on. Also has a self timer, and depth-of-field preview - a useful feature that is normally on higher-end cameras of the era. This a very compact, fully mechanical SLR - the shutter speeds all operate independently of the battery (which is only needed to power the light meter). The MX has no auto-exposure mode, but it is very easy to shoot with and will really help you to learn about the fundamentals of photography. We also stock a book: 'Learn Film Photography with the Pentax MX'. Check it out here. Great for learning about photography using this camera. Condition Good condition - small dent to the top of the prism area. All functions are working correctly including the light meter and all shutter speeds We also stock a selection of Pentax lenses for this camera - click HERE to view and expand your system !

A high quality zoom autofocus compact camera from Nikon.  Has an LCD screen on top displaying the film counter, flash mode and battery status. Automatically loads the film, and winds / rewinds. Very nice simple controls and a high quality Nikon lens. Features: Autofocus / auto film loading / auto film wind and rewind Built-in flash 35-80mm + macro zoom lens Self-timer Works with standard 35mm film LCD display  Takes 2 x CR123A batteries (included) Great for beginners Condition: In full working order. Body and lens in excellent condition.  

Compatible with all Pentax K-mount SLRs, this is a nice example of a popular zoom lens. It has the 'A' aperture setting, so is also capable of program automatic cameras such as the Super-A, Program-A. Comes with lens cap and rear cap. Condition No lens mould / fungus / scratches or marks.  Exterior of lens body in great condition. Focusing ring and aperture operate smoothly In full working order.

This is a 100mm f/4 Pentax macro lens, which can focus from infinity right down to a mere 45 centimetres, for superb close-up images. Optically excellent condition, but with some engraving to the exterior. Compatible with all Pentax K-mount lens fittings (e.g. Pentax ME, ME-Super, MX etc). In full working order.

Building on the success of the ME-Super, Pentax released the Super A in 1983. The Super A added a number of important capabilities to the ME-Super, giving the following exposure modes: Full manual Program mode (camera automatically selects both aperture and shutter speed) Shutter priority Aperture priority The viewfinder display was upgraded to twin LCD panels at the bottom of the view, showing: Exposure mode Shutter speed Aperture The camera also boasts a separate LCD exposure display on the top of the body, and also has depth of field preview. Specifications Shutter speeds from 1/2000 – 15s Simple film loading with ‘film loaded’ confirmation window Program / Shutter priority / Aperture priority automatic / manual exposure modes LCD viewfinder display Aperture + Shutter speed Exposure compensation Over / Under exposure 50mm f/2 lens  Takes 2x SR44 batteries (supplied)  Condition Body in very good condition with a few light scuffs from use Viewfinder is bright and clear, with hardly any dust Fully tested with all functions in working order including shutter / film winding / exposure meter

This is a Tamron 28-80mm / f3.5 zoom lens with a Pentax KAF fitting (for Pentax MZ series and other Pentax Autofocus SLRs. Optically in great condition, but a little scruffy on the exterior.

Compatible with all Pentax Manual K-mount SLRs, this is a nice example of a popular zoom lens. Comes with lens cap and rear cap. Condition No lens mould / fungus / scratches or marks.  Exterior of lens body has a few scuffs and marks but generally good Focusing ring and aperture operate smoothly In full working order.

A very capable point-and-shoot camera that actually has a slide-out remote control, for full command over selfies. You can even zoom in / out using the remote ! The camera is also water-resistant (but not waterproof !), so great for taking to the beach, on hikes etc. Features:  Autofocus / auto film loading / auto film wind and rewind Built-in flash 38-105mm zoom lens Self-timer Autofocus with focus lock, spot autofocus Works with standard 35mm film Shutter speed range from 1/5 to 1/400 Easy to use controls on top LCD display Takes a 2x CR123A lithium battery (included) Great for beginners Condition: In full working order. Body and lens in very good condition with no major marks  

Another very compact and easy to use point-and-shoot camera from the legendary Pentax Espio range. Great for beginners, but capable of excellent results.  Has an LCD screen on top displaying the film counter, flash mode and battery status. Automatically loads the film, and winds / rewinds.  Very nice to hold and use. This camera has a powerful and sharp 38-115mm zoom lens to capture action in a variety of situations, plus multi-point autofocus for accuracy. Features: Autofocus / auto film loading / auto film wind and rewind Built-in flash Self-timer Works with standard 35mm film LCD display  Takes a CR123A battery (included) Great for beginners Condition: In full working order. Body and lens in excellent condition.