Condition: Mint

Includes: Strap, battery, 1x random 35mm roll of film

The Pentax 17 is a compact 35mm half-frame film camera released in 2024. It features a fixed 25mm f/3.5 lens, manual zone focusing, and fully automatic exposure with multiple shooting modes. Designed for vertical-format photography, it captures twice the number of images per roll. With a built-in flash, manual controls, and a classic film advance lever, the Pentax 17 blends analog simplicity with thoughtful modern design—ideal for everyday shooting and creative experimentation.

Lens & Focus

• Fixed HD Pentax 25mm f/3.5 lens (≈37mm full-frame equivalent)

• 3 elements in 3 groups, multi-coated

• Manual zone focus, 6 preset zones (0.25 m to ∞), visible in viewfinder

Exposure & Metering

• Program auto exposure with 7 modes (including full auto, bulb, and slow sync)

• Shutter: 1/350s to 4s + Bulb

• ISO range: 50–3200 (manual dial)

• Exposure compensation: ±2 EV in 1/3-stop steps

• Partial metering (EV 2.5–16.5 at ISO 100)

Viewfinder

• Albada bright-frame optical finder

• Frame guides and focus zone indicators

Flash

• Built-in flash (GN 6 at ISO 100)

• Auto/manual control with charge indicator

• Recharge time approx. 9 seconds

Film Handling

• Manual film advance lever and rewind crank

• Supports mid-roll rewind

• 40.5 mm filter thread

Power

• One CR2 3V lithium battery

• Approx. 10 rolls per battery (with moderate flash use)

Construction & Size

• Magnesium alloy top and bottom plates

• Dimensions: 127 × 78 × 52 mm

• Weight: 290 g (without film or battery)

• Three strap lugs; note-holder slot for film box tab