This listing is for the iconic Asahi Pentax K1000, a fully manual 35mm SLR renowned worldwide for its durability, simplicity, and reliability. Often called the ultimate student camera, its all-mechanical design makes it a favorite for learning the fundamentals of film photography.
Key Features & Specifications
Type: Fully Mechanical 35mm Single-Lens Reflex (SLR)
Mount: Pentax K-Mount (compatible with thousands of lenses)
Operation: Completely Manual Exposure Control (Shutter Speed, Aperture, Focus)
Metering: TTL (Through-The-Lens) center-weighted light meter
Shutter: Horizontal-travel rubberized silk focal-plane shutter
Durability: Renowned for its solid metal construction and reliable mechanics
Condition: Near Mint & Fully Tested
This camera body is in exceptional, near mint condition, showing only the most minimal cosmetic signs of prior use. It is fully tested and operating flawlessly.
Cosmetics: Near mint overall appearance. The body shows extremely minimal cosmetic wear (please review photos closely).
Functionality: The shutter mechanism is fully functional, and all speeds fire correctly. The internal light meter has been fully tested and is working correctly and responsively.
Optics: The viewfinder is bright, clear, and clean for accurate focusing.
Mechanics: Film advance, rewind, and all controls (shutter dial, mirror lock-up) are operating smoothly.
PLEASE NOTE:
This listing is for the Camera Body, Original Body Cap, and Strap only. No lens is included.
Light Meter Battery: The camera is mostly mechanical and will function without a battery; however, the internal light meter requires one SR44 or LR44 battery, which is not included.