Pentax ME | SLR Film Camera | Good

Brand: Pentax

Condition: Used

Name: Pentax ME

Type: 35mm – Single Lens Reflex – Manual Focus Film Camera

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: JL36

Shutter: Electronically controlled vertical-travel metal shutter, 8 sec – 1/1000 sec + Bulb

Metering: TTL center-weighted

Battery: 2 × LR44 / SR44

Lens Mount: Pentax K Mount

Condition: Good

The Pentax ME (JL36) has been inspected by CPB Darkroom. The camera is mechanically working, and the shutter fires as expected. The light meter is off by one stop.  Cosmetically, the camera shows normal signs of use consistent with age. The images shown depict the exact camera you will receive.

Introduced in the mid-1970s, the Pentax ME is a compact and lightweight aperture-priority SLR known for its bright viewfinder and simple operation. Unlike fully mechanical cameras, the ME requires batteries for shutter operation. This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing 24 × 36 mm negatives, and is compatible with the wide range of Pentax K-mount lenses.

SLR cameras sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter response, film transport reliability, and overall mechanical integrity. Any cosmetic or functional limitations — including battery corrosion or non-working meters — are clearly described and reflected in the condition grade. 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.