{"product_id":"pentax-k1000-regular","title":"Asahi Pentax K1000, SLR with 50mm f\/2 Lens","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pentax K1000 is one of the most recognisable 35mm film cameras ever made, and there's a good reason it has remained a favourite for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's simple, reliable in design and refreshingly straightforward to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally introduced in 1976, the K1000 became a popular choice for photography students and beginners because it teaches you the fundamentals without unnecessary distractions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no automatic exposure mode doing the thinking for you. Instead, you choose your shutter speed, set your aperture and focus the lens yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in light meter helps guide your exposure, making it a particularly rewarding camera for anyone wanting to understand how photography really works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example comes with an \u003cspan\u003eSMC Pentax-M 50mm f\/2 lens\u003c\/span\u003e, a versatile everyday focal length that's well suited to portraits, street photography, travel and general photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 50mm lens gives a natural-looking perspective, while its f\/2 maximum aperture offers flexibility for shooting in different lighting conditions and experimenting with background blur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the nicest things about the K1000 is its mechanical shutter. Unlike many electronically controlled film cameras, it can still take photographs without a battery. The battery is only needed to operate the light meter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its classic silver and black finish, tactile controls and uncomplicated design, the Pentax K1000 offers a wonderfully hands-on way to enjoy film photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great camera to learn with, and one that's equally enjoyable to return to after years of shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning manual photography, everyday shooting, street photography, portraits, travel, photography students and anyone wanting a traditional 35mm film camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pentax K1000 is a fully manual camera, so you'll set the shutter speed, aperture and focus yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in light meter provides a helpful guide when choosing your exposure settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 50mm f\/2 lens is a versatile starting point, with a natural field of view that works across a wide range of subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll advance the film manually after each photograph and rewind it once the roll is finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the shutter is mechanical, the camera can operate without a battery, although you'll need one if you want to use the light meter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt accepts standard 35mm film, including colour negative, black and white and slide film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDeveloping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pentax K1000 uses standard 35mm film.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour negative film is typically processed using C-41 chemistry, while traditional black and white film requires black and white processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlide film can also be used and is generally developed using E-6 chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce developed, your negatives can be scanned to digital files or used to create photographic prints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Client Transfer SS8","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47701200338998,"sku":"B748817","price":550.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/4590\/5974\/files\/Unknown-41_4ce8de2b-1241-4040-8afd-d47c803355f2.png?v=1792039327","url":"https:\/\/www.sydneysuper8.com.au\/products\/pentax-k1000-regular","provider":"SS8","version":"1.0","type":"link"}