Pentax ME Super + 50mm 1.7
Pentax ME Super + 50mm 1.7
Condition: Very good
Includes: Batteries, lens, lens cap.
The Pentax ME Super is a compact 35mm SLR film camera released by Pentax in 1979, known for its advanced features and ease of use. Here are its main technical specifications:
Lens Mount: Pentax K mount, compatible with a wide range of Pentax and third-party K-mount lenses
Shutter: Electronically controlled vertical-travel metal focal-plane shutter with speeds from 4s to 1/2000s, plus Bulb mode
Light Meter: TTL (Through-the-Lens) center-weighted metering
Metering Range: EV 1 to EV 19 at ISO 100 with a 50mm f/1.4 lens
ISO Range: ISO 12 to 1600, set manually via a dial
Exposure Control: Aperture-priority auto exposure and manual mode; shutter speeds in manual mode are selected with two push buttons on the top plate
Viewfinder: Bright pentaprism viewfinder with a 0.95x magnification and approximately 92% field of view; includes an LED display for shutter speeds
Film Advance: Manual, single-stroke lever advance
Film Rewind: Manual, with a crank on the top plate
Battery: Two SR44 or LR44 batteries, or one 4LR44 6V battery to power the meter and shutter (without batteries, only the 1/125s mechanical speed and Bulb work)
Build: Compact, metal-and-plastic body weighing approximately 445g without a lens
The Pentax ME Super is particularly valued for its portability, ease of use, and smooth handling, making it a versatile choice for both beginners and experienced photographers looking for a reliable film camera.