{"product_id":"asahi-pentax-spotmatic-sp-m42-slr","title":"Asahi Pentax Spotmatic SP – M42 SLR Body Only – Shutter Working, Meter Fault","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsahi \u003cstrong\u003ePentax Spotmatic SP\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm \u003cstrong\u003eM42‑mount\u003c\/strong\u003e SLR camera body, supplied \u003cstrong\u003ebody only\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003eworking shutter\u003c\/strong\u003e but a \u003cstrong\u003emeter that does not appear to function\u003c\/strong\u003e. The SP is one of the most iconic M42 SLRs, known for its solid build, classic handling and compatibility with the full Takumar lens range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clean, functional user‑grade body ideal for collectors, display sets, or photographers comfortable using external metering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Good (meter not working)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter fires and \u003cstrong\u003espeeds vary appropriately\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeter does not appear to work\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm advance smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf‑timer operational\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewfinder bright with light dust only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocusing screen clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior shows moderate cosmetic wear consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeatherette intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount clean and secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery compartment clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCLUDED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsahi Pentax Spotmatic SP body\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Spotmatic design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 universal screw mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical shutter operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid all‑metal construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all Takumar lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for manual exposure shooting with external meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOMPATIBILITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll \u003cstrong\u003eM42 lenses\u003c\/strong\u003e (Takumar, CZJ, Pentacon, Chinon, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses standard 35mm film\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeter requires 1.35v cell (not included; meter non‑working in this example)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLLECTORS \/ USERS NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpotmatic SP bodies with working shutters remain popular for both film use and display. Meter faults are common in this generation and do not affect mechanical operation. A good choice for users who meter manually or with a handheld meter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEO KEYWORDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePentax Spotmatic SP body, Asahi M42 SLR, Spotmatic meter fault, vintage Pentax body UK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Asahi Pentax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54164374356310,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP0046_e55198bc-9122-4e5f-a0d1-b89d9f29eab3.jpg?v=1781180471","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/asahi-pentax-spotmatic-sp-m42-slr","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}