{"product_id":"asahi-pentax-spotmatic-f-asahi-super-multi-coated-takumar-55mm-f-1-8-slr-film-camera-lens-good","title":"Asahi Pentax Spotmatic F + Asahi Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 | SLR Film Camera + Lens | Good","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pentax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eName:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Asahi Pentax Spotmatic F + Asahi Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55mm f\/1.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35mm – Single Lens Reflex – Manual Focus Film Camera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType of Film:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 35mm Film\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPB Body Code:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e JL76\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Code:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e VG72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShutter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mechanical horizontal-travel cloth shutter, 1 sec – 1\/1000 sec + Bulb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e NOT WORKING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLens Mount:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e M42 Screw Mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Asahi Pentax Spotmatic F (JL76) paired with the Asahi Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 (VG72) has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eworking condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The camera’s shutter fires correctly, and the film advance and control dials operate smoothly. The built-in light meter is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot working\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, likely due to the discontinued mercury battery system originally used by the camera. As a fully mechanical SLR, however, the camera remains reliable without battery power for shutter operation and can be used with an external light meter or manual exposure estimation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCosmetically, the camera body is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egood condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with normal signs of use consistent with age. The paired Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 lens has been inspected, cleaned, and serviced by CPB Darkroom and is in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexcellent working condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The optics are clear and free from significant defects, while the focus ring, aperture ring, and control mechanisms operate smoothly and accurately. The lens body remains exceptionally well preserved with only minor signs of use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spotmatic F is one of Pentax’s most respected M42 mount SLRs, celebrated for its robust construction, reliability, and compatibility with a vast range of screw-mount lenses. Paired with the legendary Super-Multi-Coated Takumar 55mm f\/1.8, this setup delivers exceptional sharpness, rich contrast, and beautiful colour rendition. The advanced multi-coating technology reduces flare while improving contrast, and the bright f\/1.8 aperture provides excellent low-light performance and attractive background separation. Together, this combination is ideal for portraits, street photography, documentary work, travel, and everyday shooting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis camera uses standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm (135) film\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, producing images in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 × 36 mm format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSLR cameras and lenses sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter functionality, optical clarity, mechanical reliability, and film transport performance, with any cosmetic or functional notes clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PENTAX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45375521914963,"sku":null,"price":18500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0103\/0317\/6755\/files\/Image_1Large_e311a600-28c0-4a7f-b0e6-3f9b7297fc2e.jpg?v=1780659741","url":"https:\/\/shop.chennaiphotobiennale.com\/products\/asahi-pentax-spotmatic-f-asahi-super-multi-coated-takumar-55mm-f-1-8-slr-film-camera-lens-good","provider":"CPB Foundation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}