{"product_id":"pentax-km-35mm-slr-50mm-f-1-7-lens","title":"Asahi Pentax KM 35mm SLR Camera with SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 Lens Tested","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #222;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  h1 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\n    padding-bottom: 4px;\n    margin-top: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n    color: #444;\n  }\n  p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n  hr {\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n  .valuation-list {\n    list-style-type: square;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Asahi Pentax KM is a classic 35mm manual focus SLR film camera produced in Japan by Asahi Optical Co. between 1975 and 1977. Released alongside the legendary K2 and KX as part of the original Pentax K-mount lineup, the KM directly evolved from the iconic Spotmatic F, introducing native K-bayonet lens compatibility while retaining the straightforward mechanical reliability of its predecessor. Features a fully mechanical horizontal rubberised cloth focal plane shutter with speeds from 1s to 1\/1000s plus Bulb, open-aperture TTL CdS match-needle metering, depth-of-field preview lever, mechanical self-timer, and hot shoe with PC sync socket. Serial number 8301653. Paired with an ultra-sharp SMC Pentax-M 50mm f\/1.7 prime lens (Serial No. 6461822). Complete with front lens cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good \/ Fully Working\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in well-preserved vintage condition with light wear, superficial marks, and gentle edge patina on the chrome top and bottom plates. Black leatherette body covering is intact and firm. Viewfinder is clear with minor dust specks typical for vintage SLRs. Mechanical shutter operates across all speeds, film advance lever winds smoothly, and film chamber\/shutter curtains are clean. Light meter needle responds accurately to light changes. SMC Pentax-M 50mm f\/1.7 lens optics are clear with bright Super Multi-Coating; focus ring turns smoothly and aperture blades are clean and snappy. Fully tested and operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsahi Pentax KM 35mm SLR Camera Body (Serial No. 8301653)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSMC Pentax-M 50mm f\/1.7 Prime Lens (Serial No. 6461822)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Snap-On Lens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Pentax K-Bayonet Mount providing access to vast libraries of classic and modern K-mount lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully mechanical shutter operating independently of battery power across all speeds (1s – 1\/1000s + B)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTTL match-needle light metering powered by a single standard 1.5V LR44\/SR44 battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes SMC Pentax-M 50mm f\/1.7 prime lens featuring multi-coating for rich contrast and flare suppression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-mounted depth-of-field preview lever and mechanical self-timer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot shoe with X-sync at 1\/60s plus PC flash sync terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-metal chassis construction made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pentax KM holds a special place in 35mm SLR history as the direct mechanical bridge between the M42 thread-mount Spotmatic era and the modern K-mount system. Often overshadowed by its younger, smaller sibling the K1000, the KM is actually superior in specification—offering a built-in depth-of-field preview lever and a mechanical self-timer that the K1000 lacks. Paired with the sharp SMC Pentax-M 50mm f\/1.7, it remains one of the finest all-metal mechanical SLR packages for film photography students and vintage camera enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsahi Pentax KM, Pentax KM 35mm, Pentax K Mount SLR, SMC Pentax M 50mm f1.7, Vintage Pentax SLR, Spotmatic Successor, Mechanical Film Camera, Tested Pentax Camera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PENTAX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55579473838422,"sku":null,"price":99.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP3008_4f4d7f74-e54f-410b-a6a4-731731e38ed7.jpg?v=1790958790","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/pentax-km-35mm-slr-50mm-f-1-7-lens","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}