Pentax 17 Half-Frame Film Camera

The Pentax 17 is a compact half-frame 35 mm film camera that combines classic analog photography with easy-to-use controls. It features a manual film advance lever, a rewind crank, and multiple exposure modes. With a fixed HD Pentax 25 mm lens and zone-focus system, it is ideal for creative photographers who enjoy shooting on film in a portable, stylish body.

Features

• Half-frame 35 mm format: Captures two 24 × 17 mm images per frame, doubling exposures per roll.
• HD Pentax 25 mm F3.5 lens: Equivalent to ~37 mm full-frame field of view.
• Manual zone focus: Six distance zones for precise focusing.
• Bright optical viewfinder: Albada viewfinder with frame guides.
• Seven shooting modes: Full auto, program AE, slow shutter, aperture priority, bulb, daylight sync, slow sync.
• Built-in flash: Automatic flash with guide number ~6 (ISO 100 m).

Benefits

• Double your shots per roll compared to standard 35 mm cameras.
• Compact and lightweight, perfect for travel and street photography.
• Multiple exposure modes allow creative control.
• Traditional film camera feel with modern usability.

Package Contents:

• Pentax 17 Film Camera
• Lens cap (O-LC40.5)
• Camera strap (O-ST191)
• 3V CR2 lithium battery
• Quick start guide / manual

Technical Details

• Film format: 35 mm half-frame (24 × 17 mm)
• Lens: HD Pentax 25 mm F3.5 (3 elements / 3 groups)
• ISO range: 50–3200
• Shutter speeds: 1/350 s – 4 s, Bulb
• Metering: Partial metering EV 2.5 – 16.5 (ISO 100)
• Exposure compensation: ±2 EV in 1/3 steps
• Flash: Built-in auto flash
• Film advance: Manual lever
• Film rewind: Manual crank, mid-roll rewind possible
• Battery: 1 × 3 V CR2 (approx. 10 rolls per battery)
• Dimensions: 127 × 78 × 52 mm
• Weight: 290 g (without film and battery)

Why Choose Pentax 17?

• Half-frame format allows more photos per roll.
• Compact, portable, and easy to carry for street or travel photography.
• Traditional analog experience with multiple exposure options.
• High-quality Pentax optics in a small form factor.

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Pentax 17, half-frame 35 mm film camera, HD Pentax lens, manual focus, analog photography, compact film camera, creative photography, vintage-style film camera.