Asahi Pentax SL + SMC Takumar 1.8/55mm | Single lens reflex camera (SLR)

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Asahi Pentax SL body with SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8 lens, in excellent, almost mint mechanical condition; tested on 35 mm film and fully functional; M42 lens mount.

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Description from the seller

Pentax SL in exceptionally beautiful condition, complete with the beloved SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8.
This set has been tested with film and functions perfectly — an ideal choice for both collectors and analog photographers who appreciate the classic Pentax quality.

Pentax SL Body

In excellent, almost mint condition.

Shutter, transport, and mechanics work perfectly.

Searcher clear and free of mold or cloudiness.

Recently tested operation film: everything works as it should.

A purely mechanical SLR without battery dependencies.


SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8 Lens

Glass crack-free, mold-free, and without internal haze.

Dry and fast diaphragm

Focus works well, but feels slightly dry.

A–M switch works, but is a bit stiff.

Image quality is as you would expect from a Takumar: sharp, contrast-rich, and with beautiful rendering.


General condition

A particularly neat and fully functional analog set. Perfect for portraits, street photography, or as a reliable entry-level model for 35mm film.

Pentax SL in exceptionally beautiful condition, complete with the beloved SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8.
This set has been tested with film and functions perfectly — an ideal choice for both collectors and analog photographers who appreciate the classic Pentax quality.

Pentax SL Body

In excellent, almost mint condition.

Shutter, transport, and mechanics work perfectly.

Searcher clear and free of mold or cloudiness.

Recently tested operation film: everything works as it should.

A purely mechanical SLR without battery dependencies.


SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8 Lens

Glass crack-free, mold-free, and without internal haze.

Dry and fast diaphragm

Focus works well, but feels slightly dry.

A–M switch works, but is a bit stiff.

Image quality is as you would expect from a Takumar: sharp, contrast-rich, and with beautiful rendering.


General condition

A particularly neat and fully functional analog set. Perfect for portraits, street photography, or as a reliable entry-level model for 35mm film.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Asahi Pentax
Model/ type nr
SL + SMC Takumar 1.8/55mm |
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
M42
Film type
35mm
Estimated Period
1960-1970
The NetherlandsVerified
235
Objects sold
100%
Private

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