Asahi Pentax K1000 35mm SLR Camera & Pentax SMC-M 50mm f/2 Lens - Tested Working

Asahi Pentax K1000 - Iconic 35mm Manual Film SLR Outfit
This listing is for a clean, tested Asahi Pentax K1000 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) film camera paired with a sharp SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/2 prime lens. World-renowned as the quintessential film camera for students, enthusiasts, and seasoned photographers alike, the K1000 is celebrated for its tank-like all-metal construction, legendary mechanical reliability, and pure manual shooting experience.
Equipped with the classic 50mm f/2 prime lens, this setup is perfect for learning the fundamentals of exposure, depth of field, and composition, as well as capturing crisp street photography, landscapes, and portraits. Featuring a fully mechanical shutter that operates across all speeds without batteries, an intuitive match-needle light meter in the viewfinder, and access to the vast Pentax K-mount lens system, it remains one of the most popular and timeless 35mm film cameras ever made.

Key Features & Specifications
• Type: Fully manual 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera.

• Lens: Sharp SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/2 prime lens (Pentax K-mount).

• Shutter: Mechanical horizontal cloth focal-plane shutter (1/1000 sec to 1 sec + Bulb).

• Metering: TTL center-weighted light metering with intuitive viewfinder match-needle system.

• Operation: Fully mechanical operation (battery required ONLY for the light meter).

• ISO Range: Manual DX film speed selection (ISO 20 to 3200).

• Viewfinder: Fixed pentaprism viewfinder with microprism spot focusing screen.

• Film Handling: Manual film advance lever and manual rewind crank.

Condition: Good Condition & Fully Working
This camera outfit is in solid mechanical working order and clean overall condition.
• Cosmetics: Good condition. The metal body and black leatherette housing show normal signs of gentle use, including light surface scuffs and minor finish wear consistent with age and careful handling. The battery compartment and film chamber are clean and free of corrosion.

• Mechanics & Functions: 100% fully functional. Bench-tested across all settings. All mechanical shutter speeds fire accurately, the manual film advance and rewind operate smoothly, and the match-needle light meter responds accurately to changing light conditions.

• Optics & Viewfinder: Pristine glass. The 50mm f/2 SMC lens optical glass is bright and clean, completely free from fungus, heavy haze, or deep scratches. Aperture blades are dry, clean, and snappy. The optical viewfinder is clear for easy focus framing.

PLEASE NOTE:
• Batteries: Requires 1x LR44 / A76 1.5V button cell battery to operate the internal light meter (NOT included). The camera operates mechanically without a battery.

• What is Included: Includes the Asahi Pentax K1000 camera body and SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/2 lens.

• Condition: Please see all photos closely to assess the exact cosmetic condition prior to purchasing.

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