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CW ID: 1659381 | Pentax ID: 18928-RIM

Pentax 17 Dark Silver Film Camera

$499.95 USD
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Pickup available at Camera West Rancho Mirage

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The PENTAX 17 is a compact film camera with a fixed focal length, designed to capture half-size photographs. It features a half-size format (17 x 24mm) and offers the manual camera operation unique to film cameras. The camera is equipped with a newly developed fixed-focal lens that combines time-proven optics with the latest lens coating technology. It utilizes a zone-focus system, allowing users to switch the in-focus area by simply selecting zone marks. The PENTAX 17 also includes a bright optical viewfinder for real-time confirmation of the subject image. With seven shooting modes, it can accommodate various photographic applications. The camera boasts a high-quality body with meticulous attention to every detail and includes a built-in flash for added versatility.
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• Half-size format (17 x 24mm)

 • Manual camera operation unique to film cameras 

• Newly developed fixed-focal lens combining time-proven optics and the latest lens coating technology

• Zone-focus system to switch the in-focus area via simple selection of zone marks

 • Bright optical viewfinder for real-time confirmation of a subject image

 • Seven shooting modes to accommodate different applications 

• High-quality body with meticulous attention to every detail 

• Built in Flash

Pentax 17 Compact Film Camera with fixed focal length

Model Description
Camera TypeHalf-frame lens-shutter 35 mm film camera, with fixed focal length
Frame Size24×17mm
Compatible Film35mm film
ISO 50, ISO 100, ISO 125, ISO 160, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200
Sensitivity SettingManual settings to match the film
Film LoadingEasy loading system
Film TransportManual winding using wind-up lever (with 130-degree stroke and 35-degree stand-off angle)
Film RewindManual rewinding using rewind crank. Mid-roll rewinding possible.
Lens
ConstructionHD PENTAX lens, 3 elements in 3 groups
Focal Length25 mm (equivalent to 37mm in 35mm format)
Maximum ApertureF3.5
Angle of View (Diagonal)61°
Maximum MagnificationApprox. 0.13x (at 0.25m)
Filter Diameter40.5mm
Viewfinder
TypeAlbada bright-frame viewfinder
Viewfinder IndicationComposition frame, Close-distance composition frame
Zone focusing setting can be confirmed through the viewfinder
Viewfinder Outer RightBlue lamp display: Warning display
Orange lamp display: Flash display
Focus
Focus TypeZone-focusing (Manual operation)
Switchover Distance6 zones (0.25m, 0.5m, 1.2m, 1.7m, 3m, ∞) / (0.82ft, 1.7ft, 4ft, 5.6ft, 10ft, ∞)
Exposure Control
Metering SystemPartial metering
Metering RangeEV2.5 to 16.5 (ISO100)
EV Compensation±2 EV (1/3 EV steps)
Shooting Mode (Exposure)Full auto (Pan focus program AE, Auto flash, Standard (Program AE, Flash off), Slow-speed shutter (Slow-speed program AE, Flash off), Maximum aperture priority (Maximum aperture priority program AE, Flash off), Bulb (Bulb, Flash off), Daylight sync (Program AE, Flash on), Slow-speed sync (Slow-speed program AE, Flash on)
Shutter
TypeProgram AE electronic shutter
Shutter Speed1/350 to 4 seconds, Bulb
Built-in Flash
Guide NumberApprox. 6 (ISO 100·m)
Emission TypeShooting mode interlocking system
Flash Charging TimeApprox. 9 seconds
Charging StatusCan be checked with the orange lamp at viewfinder outer right.
Charging status: blinking
Charging completion status: lighting
Power Source
Battery TypeOne 3V lithium battery (CR2)
Not compatible with rechargeable CR2 type batteries
Battery LifeApprox. 10 cartridges* when using 36 exposure film (using fresh battery under the condition of 50% flash shots)
* According to the result of RICOH IMAGING in-house testing
External Terminal
Cable Switch TerminalCompatible with cable switch CS-205 (optional) (φ2.5mm)
Operating Environment
Temperature0℃ to 40℃
Humidity85% or less (the environment must be free of condensation)
THE CAMERA IS NOT WATERPROOFED
Dimensions and Weight
DimensionsApprox. 127.0mm (W) × 78.0mm (H) × 52.0mm (D)
Approx. 5.0in (W) × 3.1in (H) × 2.0in (D) (excluding protruding parts)
WeightApprox. 290g (without film and battery)
Approx. 10.2oz (without film and battery)
Article Codes
Art. No. 18926PENTAX 17 DARK SILVER Body KIT
Included Accessories
Art. No. 54457Strap O-ST191
Art. No. 39944Lens Cap O-LC40.5
Lithium Battery CR2
Optional Accessories
Art. No. 37248Cable Switch CS-205

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