Kit Pentax ME with Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 and Chinar 28mm f/2.8 - *A-*
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Description
Serial number: 2007097/4693819/309128
Made by: Pentax Asahi, Japon
Condition: A- (Click here for details)
Includes: Lens caps (Chinar)
Warranty: 1 month
The Pentax ME is a compact and stylish film camera, designed to provide an intuitive shooting experience. Its lightweight build and bright viewfinder make it an accessible choice, perfect for photographers seeking both simplicity and creativity in their images.
Paired with the Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 lens, it delivers impressive optical performance with excellent brightness and precise depth of field control. The versatile standard focal length is equally suited for portraits and everyday scenes, offering sharp and natural rendering.
This classic kit strikes the perfect balance between ergonomics, performance, and timeless design, making it an ideal gateway into the world of quality film photography.
Technical Data
| Camera – Pentax ME | |
|---|---|
| Type | 35 mm SLR, aperture-priority (Av), electronic focal-plane shutter 8 s – 1/1000 s, flash sync 1/100 s |
| Metering | TTL center-weighted, exposure compensation ±2 EV |
| Viewfinder | 0.97× magnification, ~92 % frame coverage, split-image & microprism focusing screen |
| Mount | K bayonet, compatible with Pentax SMC M/A lenses |
| Dimensions / Weight | ≈ 131 × 82.5 × 49.5 mm, ≈ 460 g (body only |
| Lens – Pentax-M 50 mm f/1.7 | |
| Mount | K-mount, manual focus |
| Construction | 6 elements in 5 groups, 6-blade diaphragm, SMC coating |
| Aperture | f/1.7 – f/22 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.45 m (≈ 1.5 ft) |
| Size / Weight | ≈ 63 × 31 mm, ≈ 185 g |
| Lens – Chinar 28 mm f/2.8 | |
| Mount | Pentax K (PK), manual focus |
| Type | 28 mm wide-angle prime, f/2.8 aperture |
Used Equipment Condition Guide
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Grade Condition
A+ The equipment is as new, no signs of use.
A The equipment shows almost invisible signs of use.
A- The equipment shows signs of very light use.
B The equipment shows signs of use (e.g.brassing) but working perfectly.
C The equipment has been heavily used but working perfectly.