Pentax
Vintage Pentax film cameras, lenses and accessories, from the Asahi Pentax Spotmatic and its M42 Takumar lenses to K-mount bodies such as the ME Super with SMC Pentax lenses. Pentax made some of the most popular 35mm SLRs ever, and they remain affordable and dependable.
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What you’ll find
- Asahi Pentax Spotmatic and other M42 bodies
- K-mount SLRs such as the ME Super
- Takumar, SMC Pentax and Pentax-M lenses
- Bellows, extension tubes and other Pentax accessories
Good to know
- Spotmatic-era cameras use the M42 screw mount; later Pentax SLRs use the K bayonet mount.
- M42 lenses can be used on K-mount bodies with a Pentax adapter.
- Check the photos for the condition of the glass.
Questions buyers ask
What is the difference between Pentax M42 and K mount?
M42 is the older screw mount used by the Spotmatic; K mount is the bayonet mount Pentax introduced in 1975.
Are Takumar lenses good?
Super-Takumar and SMC Takumar lenses are well regarded for their sharpness and build.
Is a Pentax film camera good for beginners?
Yes. Models like the K1000 and ME Super are simple, reliable and have many affordable lenses.
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