Pentax Asahi SP 1000 35mm

Pentax Asahi SP 1000 35mm SLR Kit with SMC Takumar 55mm f/2 - Good Condition | Classic Japanese Film Kit with Fast Standard Prime

The Pentax Asahi SP 1000 paired with the SMC Takumar 55mm f/2 is a beautifully matched classic 35mm film kit that showcases Asahi Optical Co.'s exceptional optical and mechanical heritage at its finest. The SP 1000 is a solid and dependable fully mechanical SLR built around the universal M42 screw mount — simple, reliable, and built to last a lifetime. With TTL metering and fully manual exposure control, it delivers a pure and rewarding film shooting experience that suits both newcomers and seasoned film photographers alike. The SMC Takumar 55mm f/2 is one of the most celebrated lenses in the entire Takumar lineup — fast, sharp, and beautifully rendering with the outstanding contrast and natural colour accuracy that Super Multi Coated Takumar glass is universally renowned for. Together they form a timeless and highly capable film system. Serial numbers: Body SR 5739999 / Lens SR 7665240.

Key Features

• Complete ready-to-shoot 35mm film kit — body and lens included
• M42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of M42 lenses
• SMC Takumar 55mm f/2 — one of the most celebrated lenses in the Takumar lineup
• Fast f/2 maximum aperture for excellent low-light performance and beautiful background separation
• 55mm focal length — classic standard perspective for portraits, street, and everyday shooting
• TTL metering for consistent and accurate exposures
• Fully mechanical shutter — operates without battery for reliable shooting in any condition
• Solid all-metal construction of the highest quality

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with use, no cracks or damage
• Sensor/Optics: Viewfinder clear and bright; focusing screen in good order; lens elements clean with no fungus, haze, or significant dust; SMC coatings intact
• Mechanics/Electronics: Shutter fires correctly across all speeds; all controls and film transport functioning as expected; aperture blades clean and snappy; M42 mount connection clean and secure

"The Pentax SP 1000 with an SMC Takumar 55mm f/2 is one of those combinations that reminds you why vintage film photography has such a devoted following. The SMC coating on the Takumar delivers a contrast and colour accuracy that is immediately apparent, and the f/2 aperture gives you a beautifully rendered subject separation at portrait distances. Paired with the solid and dependable SP 1000, this is a kit that puts the joy of film photography front and centre."

What's Included

• Pentax Asahi SP 1000 camera body
• SMC Takumar 55mm f/2 lens
  

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Asahi Optical Co. (Pentax)
• Model: SP 1000 with SMC Takumar 55mm f/2
• Serial Number (Body): SR 5739999
• Serial Number (Lens): SR 7665240
• Mount: M42
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Exposure Modes: Manual
• Metering: TTL centre-weighted
• Shutter Speed: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb
• ISO Range: ISO 20–3200
• Viewfinder: approx. 0.88x magnification, 97% coverage
• Built-in Flash: No — PC sync socket
• Self-timer: Yes
• Lens Focal Length: 55mm
• Lens Maximum Aperture: f/2
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.45m
• Filter Thread: 49mm
• Dimensions (Body): approx. 143 x 93 x 48mm
• Weight (Body): approx. 590g (without battery)
• Type: 35mm SLR Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition