Pentax ESII 35mm SLR Film Camera – Shutter OK – Mirror Fault – Spares or Repair

DESCRIPTION

Pentax ESII 35mm SLR film camera, shutter firing correctly but with an intermittent mirror fault where the mirror sometimes sticks in the up position. Offered strictly as spares or repair. The ESII is a classic M42‑mount electronic shutter SLR with aperture‑priority auto exposure, compatible with a wide range of Pentax and third‑party screw‑mount lenses. This body is suitable for a technician, restoration project or for parts.

CONDITION

Overall Condition: Spares or Repair (mirror intermittent)

• Shutter fires correctly at tested speeds
• Mirror intermittent, sometimes sticks up
• Viewfinder usable but sold as‑is
• Exterior shows typical cosmetic wear for age
• Controls and dials move, not fully tested
• Battery compartment present (electronics untested)

INCLUDED

• Pentax ESII 35mm SLR film camera body
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KEY FEATURES

• 35mm SLR film camera
• M42 screw‑mount lens compatibility
• Electronic shutter with auto exposure
• Classic Pentax handling and design

COMPATIBILITY

• Uses standard 35mm film
• Accepts M42 screw‑mount lenses
• Requires appropriate batteries for meter and electronics

COLLECTORS NOTES

The Pentax ESII is a notable M42‑mount electronic SLR from Pentax’s early auto‑exposure era. This example is clearly fault‑declared with an intermittent mirror issue and is best regarded as a project body or donor for parts rather than a ready‑to‑use camera.

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