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product_id: 81861942
title: "Pentax K1000 Manual Focus SLR Film Camera with Pentax 50mm Lens"
brand: "pentax"
price: "2490 Lei"
currency: RON
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 13
category: "Pentax"
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/81861942-pentax-k1000-manual-focus-slr-film-camera-with-pentax-50mm
store_origin: RO
region: Romania
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# Shutter speeds 1/1000s to 1s + Bulb mode 100% mechanical, no battery needed to shoot Classic 35mm film format for authentic analog vibes Pentax K1000 Manual Focus SLR Film Camera with Pentax 50mm Lens

**Brand:** pentax
**Price:** 2490 Lei
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Capture timeless moments the analog way—because some classics never go out of style.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Pentax K1000 Manual Focus SLR Film Camera with Pentax 50mm Lens by pentax
- **How much does it cost?** 2490 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/81861942-pentax-k1000-manual-focus-slr-film-camera-with-pentax-50mm)

## Best For

- pentax enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pentax brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Readiness:** No power switches—always on for spontaneous creativity.
- • **Simplified Controls:** Only aperture, shutter speed, and focus—perfect for mastering fundamentals.
- • **Pure Mechanical Mastery:** Operate fully without batteries—just you, the camera, and your vision.
- • **Iconic 50mm Lens Included:** Versatile prime lens delivering sharp, classic shots every time.
- • **Trusted by Pros & Educators:** The go-to camera for photography classes worldwide.

## Overview

The Pentax K1000 is a legendary 35mm manual-focus SLR film camera renowned for its fully mechanical operation, requiring no batteries except for the light meter. Featuring a durable all-metal body, simple controls, and a sharp 50mm f/2 lens, it’s the quintessential camera for photography students and enthusiasts seeking hands-on mastery of exposure and focus. With shutter speeds from 1/1000s to 1s plus Bulb mode, it offers full creative control in a timeless design.

## Description

The K1000 is an almost-all metal, mechanically (springs, gears, levers) controlled, manual-focus SLR with manual-exposure control. It is completely operable without batteries. Batteries are only required (one A76 or S76, or LR44 or SR44) for the light metering information system. This consists of a centre-the-needle exposure control system using a galvanometer needle pointer moving between vertically arranged +/– over/underexposure markers at the right side of the viewfinder to indicate the readings of the built-in full-scene averaging, cadmium sulfide (CdS)battery light meter versus the actual camera settings. The meter does not have a true on/off switch and the lens cap must be attached to the lens to prevent draining the K1000's battery when it is not in use. The K1000 uses a horizontal travel, rubberized silk cloth focal plane shutter with a speed range of 1/1000 second to 1 second, along with Bulb and a flash X-sync of 1/60 second. It is 91.4 millimetres tall, 143 mm wide, and 48 mm deep, and weighs 620 grams. The body is finished in black leather with chrome trim only, although early production Pentax K1000 SE bodies have brown leather with chrome trim. In 1983, a K1000 with SMC Pentax-M 50 mm f/2 lens listed for $220.

Review: Great for students! - I bought this for a class I was attending at Scottsdale Community College in Arizona. I loved it! At my age, then 66, it was part of my camera collection since then. I do like to take it out once in awhile just to keep her going.
Review: Great purchase - The camera functions as intended. Lens was in great repair and not scratched. Battery was functional when I received it. My camera didn't have the display for the frame number, but I was able to improvise. Great quality for the price. Highly recommend it.

## Features

- The Pentax K1000 35mm SLR is one of photography's greatest, most popular and longest-lived cameras.
- This Pentax film camera is completely mechanical and needs no battery to run, however, you must purchase an A76 cell battery to run the light meter.
- Unlike other SLR and DSLR cameras, the K1000 is simple and has little to no learning curve. There is three shooting controls: aperture, shutter speed and focus. You set the film speed when you load it.
- An extraordinary simple camera that forces you to think about your picture instead of your camera. As a result, it's recommended by most photography teachers, instructors, and professors to be used in their classes.
- The Pentax K1000 is so brilliant that you never need to turn the meter or camera on or off: both are always on for instant picture taking

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001AO4JRK |
| Batteries | 1 LR44 batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #34,644 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #7 in SLR Film Cameras |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (526) |
| Date First Available | June 3, 2008 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.65 pounds |
| Item model number | K1000 |
| Manufacturer | Pentax |
| Product Dimensions | 1.89 x 5.63 x 3.6 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pentax
- **Compatible Devices:** camera
- **Film Color:** Black and white OR Color
- **Film Format Type:** 35mm
- **Included Components:** Camera Body & Lens
- **Item Weight:** 1.7 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 1.89 x 5.63 x 3.6 inches
- **Min Shutter Speed:** 1/1000 Seconds
- **Model Name:** K1000
- **Special Feature:** Interchangeable Lens

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: does this have adjustable focus, shutter speeds,and f/stops?**
A: Oh yeah, this is an old-fashion manual 35mm camera. Wiks has a good page on it: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentax_K1000.

**Q: What's the condition of this camera? I would like to get one of these soon before they sell out!**
A: The listing is shared by many sellers, so you will need to ask this of the specific seller and camera you are considering.

**Q: @Pnod61 has the camera been tested with film yet?**
A: You will need to ask the specific camera and seller you are looking at. The listing is a generic listing and included many different sellers and their cameras.

**Q: Does this camera have a working meter?**
A: This listing is shared by many sellers. You will need to ask this of the specific seller and camera you are considering.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for students!
*by C***J on October 29, 2025*

I bought this for a class I was attending at Scottsdale Community College in Arizona. I loved it! At my age, then 66, it was part of my camera collection since then. I do like to take it out once in awhile just to keep her going.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great purchase
*by N***E on January 12, 2026*

The camera functions as intended. Lens was in great repair and not scratched. Battery was functional when I received it. My camera didn't have the display for the frame number, but I was able to improvise. Great quality for the price. Highly recommend it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great choice
*by S***D on May 7, 2024*

everything functions well. lens cylinder has a plyers mark but doesn't effect zoom or cap fit. love the fact that the camera only requires a battery to power the light meter. no powering on on/off. jus remove lens cap n start snappin. if film reveals fatal flaws i will update this review. only thing worn out is the elastic band for the lens cap. no problem. to me, they are cheap and its easy to craft up a unique alternative cap keeper,

## Frequently Bought Together

- Pentax K1000 Manual Focus SLR Film Camera with Pentax 50mm Lens
- Kodak Gold film 200 (pack of 3)
- Kodak Ultramax 400 Color Print Film 36 Exp. 35mm DX 400 135-36 (108 Pics) (Pack of 3), Basic

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*Last updated: 2026-01-28*