Pentax Asahi ME with SMC Pentax-M 1:1.7 50mm lens

Pentax Asahi ME with SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 Lens – A Classic 35mm SLR for Film Photography Enthusiasts

Product Description: The Pentax Asahi ME is a compact and easy-to-use 35mm SLR camera, perfect for film photography enthusiasts and those looking to explore the world of analog photography. Released in the late 1970s, the ME was known for its simplicity and reliability, offering aperture-priority automatic exposure that made it incredibly easy to shoot in various lighting conditions. Paired with the legendary SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 lens, this camera produces sharp, vibrant images with excellent color reproduction, making it ideal for portraits, street photography, and general everyday use.

The ME features a compact, lightweight design, making it a perfect companion for travel or daily photography. With its robust construction and intuitive controls, the Pentax ME is a favorite among film enthusiasts who value simplicity and reliability in a classic SLR.

Key Features of the Pentax Asahi ME:

• 35mm film format: Shoots on standard 35mm film, delivering rich, detailed images with the timeless quality of film.
• Aperture-priority automatic exposure: Allows photographers to focus on composition while the camera automatically sets the correct shutter speed based on the selected aperture.
• Bright viewfinder with LED indicators: The ME features a large, bright viewfinder with LED lights to show the selected shutter speed, making it easy to shoot in various lighting conditions.
• Compact and lightweight design: With its small form factor and ergonomic design, the ME is highly portable, making it ideal for street and travel photography.
• Durable metal body: Built with a rugged, all-metal body, the Pentax ME is known for its reliability and long-lasting performance.
• Manual controls for creativity: While the ME is automatic in aperture-priority mode, photographers can still enjoy full creative control by manually adjusting aperture for desired depth of field.

SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 Lens: The SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 is a highly regarded prime lens, known for its sharpness and beautiful rendering. The f/1.7 aperture offers excellent low-light performance and allows for stunning background blur (bokeh), making it ideal for portraits and creative compositions. The lens’s compact design, coupled with Pentax’s legendary Super Multi Coating (SMC), ensures high contrast and vivid colors, while minimizing lens flare and ghosting.

Key Features of the SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 Lens:

• 50mm focal length: A versatile standard lens that delivers a natural field of view, making it perfect for portraits, landscapes, and general photography.
• f/1.7 maximum aperture: A fast aperture for great low-light performance and shallow depth of field, creating beautiful bokeh for subject isolation.
• Sharp, high-contrast optics: Renowned for producing crisp, clear images with excellent sharpness across the frame.
• Super Multi Coating (SMC): Ensures superb color fidelity and minimizes flare, even when shooting in challenging lighting conditions.
• Compact and lightweight: Despite its optical quality, the lens is small and easy to carry, making it perfect for photographers who want a high-quality prime lens in a portable package.

Why Choose the Pentax Asahi ME with SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7? The Pentax Asahi ME offers a simple, intuitive shooting experience with its aperture-priority automatic exposure, while the SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 lens delivers stunning image quality. Whether you're a beginner looking to explore film photography or an enthusiast searching for a reliable vintage camera, the Pentax ME with the 50mm lens is a perfect choice for capturing beautiful, timeless images.

What's Included:

• Pentax Asahi ME camera body
• SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 lens
• UV-glass