{"product_id":"asahi-pentax-spotmatic-sp-ii-super-takumar-55mm-f-1-8-lens","title":"Asahi Pentax Spotmatic SP II – Black – with Super‑Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 – VGC","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack \u003cstrong\u003eAsahi Pentax Spotmatic SP II\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm SLR camera paired with the classic \u003cstrong\u003eSuper‑Takumar 55mm f\/1.8\u003c\/strong\u003e lens, presented in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and fully tested and working. The SP II is one of the most refined M42‑mount Spotmatic bodies, offering smooth mechanical operation, reliable shutter performance and Pentax’s renowned build quality. The 55mm f\/1.8 remains one of the most celebrated Takumar primes, known for its sharpness, contrast and beautiful rendering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera fully tested and working\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter fires correctly across speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeter responsive (battery not included unless stated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewfinder clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish in very good cosmetic condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper‑Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 optics clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus smooth and correctly damped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture blades clean and responsive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 mount clean and secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus screen has some marks around it as shown in final photo, could do with cleaning internally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eINCLUDED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsahi Pentax Spotmatic SP II – black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper‑Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lens cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic black Spotmatic SP II body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper‑Takumar 55mm f\/1.8 prime lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 universal screw mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully mechanical shutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent build quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for film enthusiasts and collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOMPATIBILITY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 screw‑mount lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptable to Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual focus and manual aperture when adapted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOLLECTORS NOTES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eblack Spotmatic SP II\u003c\/strong\u003e is a desirable variant, appreciated for its classic styling and robust mechanical reliability. Paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eSuper‑Takumar 55mm f\/1.8\u003c\/strong\u003e, it forms one of the most iconic combinations in the M42 ecosystem. VGC examples remain highly sought after by collectors and film shooters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSEO KEYWORDS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePentax Spotmatic SP II black, Super‑Takumar 55mm f1.8, M42 Pentax film camera UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Asahi Pentax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55018156884310,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP7718_f8592f39-dafa-472b-9d3c-50e35f39579a.jpg?v=1786984473","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/asahi-pentax-spotmatic-sp-ii-super-takumar-55mm-f-1-8-lens","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}