Asahi Pentax SL with Super-Takumar 55mm f/1.8 lens!
The Asahi Pentax SL is a 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) film camera produced by Asahi Optical Co., Ltd. (later known as Pentax) from 1968 to 1971. It is a fully mechanical camera that operates without a built-in exposure meter, offering complete manual control over exposure settings. The SL is part of the Pentax "S" series and shares a design lineage with the earlier Spotmatic models.
Features
- Lens Mount: The Asahi Pentax SL uses the M42 screw mount, making it compatible with a wide range of lenses from Pentax and other manufacturers.
- Shutter: The camera is equipped with a horizontally traveling, cloth focal-plane shutter with speeds ranging from 1 second to 1/1000 second, plus a bulb (B) mode for long exposures.
- Viewfinder: A fixed pentaprism optical viewfinder provides a clear and bright image for composition and focus.
- Exposure Control: The SL does not include a built-in light meter, requiring users to calculate exposure manually or use an external meter.
- Film Advance: The camera features a single-stroke film advance lever and a manual rewind crank for film transport.
- Self-Timer: A built-in mechanical self-timer allows delayed shutter release for self-portraits or group shots.
- ISO Settings: Film speed is set manually by the user, as there is no automated ISO detection or control.
~Perfect for a beginner through to professionals!
Overall condition - Great condition - minor cosmetic wear due to age 8.5/10
~Example photos can be found here
~Camera manual can be found here
~Film for this camera can be found here
This camera has been cleaned, mechanically tested and is in full working condition. Light seals are replaced when necessary.
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