Pentax ME + SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2 | SLR FIlm Camera + Lens | Good

Brand: Pentax

Condition: Used

Name: Pentax ME + SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2

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

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: JL36

Lens Code: VG57

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

Metering: TTL center-weighted - WORKING

Battery: 2 × LR44 / SR44

Lens Mount: Pentax K Mount

Condition: Good

The Pentax ME (JL36) paired with the SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2 (VG57) has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in working condition. The camera is mechanically functional, with the shutter firing correctly and film transport operating as expected. The built-in light meter is approximately one stop off, and users may wish to compensate accordingly or use an external light meter for critical exposure work. Cosmetically, the camera shows normal signs of use consistent with age.

The paired SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2 lens has been inspected, cleaned, and serviced by CPB Darkroom and is in good working condition. The optics are clean and in excellent condition overall, with only minor scratches visible upon inspection that do not significantly affect practical image quality. The focus and aperture controls operate correctly, and the lens remains mechanically sound with only minor cosmetic wear.

Introduced in the mid-1970s, the Pentax ME is a compact and lightweight aperture-priority SLR renowned for its bright viewfinder and straightforward operation. Designed for photographers who prefer a simple shooting experience, it automatically selects the shutter speed while allowing control over aperture settings. Paired with the SMC Pentax-A 50mm f/2, this setup delivers sharp rendering, natural perspective, and excellent colour reproduction. The versatile 50mm focal length and bright f/2 aperture make it ideal for portraits, street photography, travel, and everyday shooting while offering strong low-light performance and pleasing background separation.

This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

SLR cameras and lenses sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter response, metering performance, optical clarity, and mechanical reliability, with any cosmetic or functional notes clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.