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Asahi Pentax S1a 35mm camera with Super Takumar 55mm f2 A lovely example of super mechanical cameras
Regular price
£188.00
Sale price
£235.00
Tax included.
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A fantastic camera with a beautiful sharp M42 lens. We are in love with these cameras! Beautiful design, like all our cameras, this has been fully tested and cleaned. Comes with fantastic Pentax hard case
The Asahi Pentax S1a is a 35mm camera from Asahi Optical KK . In 1962 Asahi Optical KK brought out the successor to the Pentax S1 with the Pentax S1a . It was delivered with the Super Takumar 55mm f / 2. The camera was produced until 1968.
Type: 35 mm single lens reflex camera
Production period: 1962-1968
Lens connection : M 42
Film format : 35 mm (small picture)
Recording format : 24 × 36 mm
Viewfinder : Pentaprism
Viewfinder field: 93%
Enlargement: 0.82 times
Operating modes: M, B, X
Film transport: Quick transport lever
Closure : horizontally running cloth slot closure
Shutter speed : 1 / 500s (1 / 1000s) to 1s, B.
Control: mechanically
Flash control: via 2 PC sockets on the front
All items are carefully checked, cleaned serviced so the item reaches you in the best possible condition. Please note that items of this age often have the odd mark and these are shown in the photos or in the description and they often add to the charm. You have 30 days to check the item yourself and if there is anything you are not happy with you can return for a replacement, repair or refund.
We check our cameras and use a laser shutters speed tester to check accuracy, light seals and mirror cushions are replaced. the camera is checked for light leaks and lubricated and adjusted prior to shipping on older cameras this may take a day or two but we will keep you updated
After sales help and advice is included with every purchase, we also run workshops and online tutorials. Contact us for more information. We are not just a camera shop! If you have any questions please ask.
The Asahi Pentax S1a is a 35mm camera from Asahi Optical KK . In 1962 Asahi Optical KK brought out the successor to the Pentax S1 with the Pentax S1a . It was delivered with the Super Takumar 55mm f / 2. The camera was produced until 1968.
Type: 35 mm single lens reflex camera
Production period: 1962-1968
Lens connection : M 42
Film format : 35 mm (small picture)
Recording format : 24 × 36 mm
Viewfinder : Pentaprism
Viewfinder field: 93%
Enlargement: 0.82 times
Operating modes: M, B, X
Film transport: Quick transport lever
Closure : horizontally running cloth slot closure
Shutter speed : 1 / 500s (1 / 1000s) to 1s, B.
Control: mechanically
Flash control: via 2 PC sockets on the front
All items are carefully checked, cleaned serviced so the item reaches you in the best possible condition. Please note that items of this age often have the odd mark and these are shown in the photos or in the description and they often add to the charm. You have 30 days to check the item yourself and if there is anything you are not happy with you can return for a replacement, repair or refund.
We check our cameras and use a laser shutters speed tester to check accuracy, light seals and mirror cushions are replaced. the camera is checked for light leaks and lubricated and adjusted prior to shipping on older cameras this may take a day or two but we will keep you updated
After sales help and advice is included with every purchase, we also run workshops and online tutorials. Contact us for more information. We are not just a camera shop! If you have any questions please ask.