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  • 1980s
  • SLR
  • 35 mm

Pentax K1000

Pentax K1000

Cosmetic Condition
4.5/5
$400.00 NZD
$400.00 NZD
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Pentax K1000 with SMC 50mm f/1.7 Lens

Legendary all-manual 35mm SLR - the ultimate student camera and film photography workhorse.

Key specs:

  • All-mechanical operation (battery only powers light meter)
  • SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/2 lens
  • Manual focus and exposure
  • Pentax K-mount

The K1000 is the camera that taught millions of photographers the fundamentals. No automation, no program modes - just pure manual control that forces you to understand aperture, shutter speed, and focus. Built like a tank with all-metal construction that'll outlast most modern cameras.

The SMC 50mm f/1.7 is a sharp, reliable standard lens perfect for portraits, street photography, and everyday shooting. Fast enough for low light with beautiful rendering.

Lens system: Pentax K mount

50mm f/2.0

Skill Level: Intermediate

  • Comfortable with basic settings
  • Understanding aperture/shutter relationship
  • Aperture-priority cameras, basic manual SLRs with meters

Warranty: 2 Months from purchase

All second-hand film cameras sold at Camera House NZ come with a 2 month warranty when they've been film tested by us.

Our 2 month warranty covers mechanical and electronic failures that occur during normal use. If something goes wrong with your camera during this period, bring it back and we'll sort it out.

This warranty reflects our confidence in the cameras we sell and our commitment to getting you out shooting with reliable equipment. We've been in the photography business since 1953, and we stand behind the gear we sell.

Guarantee: Film Tested

We put a roll of film through each camera to verify that the shutter, film advance, and light meter (where fitted) are working correctly. This real-world testing ensures you're getting a camera that's ready to shoot, not just one that looks good on the shelf.

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Pentax has been building cameras since 1919, earning a reputation for tough, reliable gear that just works. Their film SLRs like the K1000 and MX are legendary for bulletproof reliability, still going strong decades later. In the digital era, Pentax focuses on what matters: weather-sealed bodies, in-body stabilization, excellent build quality, and reasonable prices. While others chase trends, Pentax makes cameras photographers actually want to use - not flashy, just brilliant at the fundamentals.