Asahi Pentax | 35mm SLR Film Camera | Hanimex 28mm f/2 | Good

Brand: Asahi Pentax
Model: paired with Hanimex 28mm f/2
Type: 35mm SLR Camera Kit
CPB Code: VG19 (Body), VG14 (Lens)
Condition: Light meter not working, mechanically fully functioning
Rating: 7/10

Condition Description

The camera is in good mechanical condition, with only the light meter non-functional. Shutter speeds fire, film transport is smooth, and the lens optics are clean. Rated 7/10 due to the meter issue.

CPB Darkroom Inspection

Camera and lens were inspected for shutter accuracy, film advance, and lens clarity. Meter fault noted transparently, but otherwise the kit is mechanically reliable and film-ready.

Background

Asahi Pentax cameras were known for their reliability and excellent build quality, forming the backbone of 35mm SLR photography in the 1960s–80s. Paired here with a Hanimex 28mm f/2, this kit offers photographers a fast wide-angle option with vintage rendering and solid performance for street, travel, and environmental portraiture.

Lens Compatibility & Format

The body uses the Pentax K-mount, compatible with a wide range of Pentax and third-party lenses. The included Hanimex 28mm f/2 provides a bright maximum aperture for low-light shooting and creative depth of field control. The system uses standard 35mm film (color or black & white, 24 or 36 exposures).

Usage Notes

The in-body light meter is not functioning, so exposure must be set manually using an external light meter or the Sunny 16 rule. Otherwise, the body is mechanically sound—shutter, film advance, and focusing work as intended. The fast 28mm f/2 lens adds versatility for low-light and wide-angle work.

📸 The sample images shown were made on film using this exact camera and lens, offering a true representation of its rendering, lens performance, and overall image quality.