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Pentax Super A Film Camera

The Pentax Super A is a film camera from Pentax — known for its Pentax K Lens Mount and Full 35mm Frame. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Pentax Super A Film Camera

Pentax Super A Film Camera

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Camera Overview — Pentax Super A

The Pentax Super A is a 35mm SLR film camera built around a Pentax K lens mount, making it compatible with a wide range of K-mount glass. It shoots on standard 35mm film at a frame size of 24 x 36mm and supports an ISO range of 6 to 3200, giving shooters flexibility across a broad spectrum of film stocks — from slow, fine-grained emulsions to fast, high-sensitivity films. The body is constructed from a plastic and metal hybrid, striking a balance between durability and portability, and comes in at 460g with dimensions of 134 x 87 x 51mm — a manageable size for everyday carry.

Focusing is manual only, so the shooter is fully in control of the optical chain. Inside the viewfinder — an optical SLR design — an LCD display provides exposure feedback without cluttering the optical path. The flash system uses a hot shoe with TTL auto flash support, and the X-sync speed is 1/125 sec.

The camera is powered by two 1.5V LR44 or SR44 batteries. For film photographers looking for a capable K-mount body with a solid feature set, the Super A is a well-rounded option worth considering.

Key Features — Pentax Super A

Pentax K Lens Mount: Compatible with the broad Pentax K-mount lens ecosystem, giving shooters access to decades of K-mount glass from multiple manufacturers.

Full 35mm Frame: Captures the complete 24 x 36mm negative area, making full use of standard 35mm film for maximum image quality.

ISO 6–3200 Range: Supports a wide spectrum of film stocks, from ultra-fine-grained slow emulsions to fast, high-sensitivity films for low-light shooting.

TTL Hot Shoe Flash: Hot shoe with TTL auto flash support enables more accurate, automatic flash exposure with compatible dedicated flashes.

1/125 sec X-Sync Speed: Standard X-sync speed for flash synchronization, suitable for most studio and on-location flash setups.

Optical SLR Viewfinder: Provides a direct through-the-lens optical view with an in-finder LCD display showing exposure data without obstructing the image.

Camera Specifications — Pentax Super A

Pentax Super A full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesTravel
TypeFilm
ISO Range6 – 3200
AF SystemManual Focus Only
Max Photo Resolution35mm Film (24 x 36mm)
DisplayLCD Viewfinder Display
ViewfinderOptical SLR Viewfinder
BatteryTwo 1.5V LR44/SR44 batteries
Weather SealingNone
Dimensions134 x 87 x 51 mm
Weight460g
Lens MountPentax K

Description — Pentax Super A

The Pentax Super A is a 35mm film SLR camera built around the Pentax K lens mount, offering access to a broad range of compatible K-mount lenses. It captures images on the full 24 x 36mm frame — the standard 35mm negative area — and supports an ISO range of 6 to 3200, making it usable with everything from slow, fine-grained film stocks to fast, high-sensitivity emulsions. The camera body is made from a plastic/metal hybrid construction, weighing in at 460g with dimensions of 134 x 87 x 51mm.

Focusing is manual only, giving the photographer direct control. The optical SLR viewfinder is paired with an LCD display for in-finder exposure information. Flash shooters will appreciate the hot shoe with TTL auto flash support and an X-sync speed of 1/125 sec.

The camera is powered by two 1.5V LR44/SR44 batteries. For film photographers seeking a K-mount body with a solid, functional feature set, the Super A is a practical and capable choice.

Pros — Pentax Super A

  • ✓Wide ISO range of 6 to 3200 accommodates a broad selection of film stocks
  • ✓Pentax K lens mount opens compatibility with a large ecosystem of K-mount lenses
  • ✓Full 24 x 36mm frame coverage on 35mm film delivers the complete negative area

Cons — Pentax Super A

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus system for any shooting scenario
  • ✗Requires two 1.5V LR44/SR44 batteries, which must be sourced and managed
  • ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in wet or dusty conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions — Pentax Super A

What lenses are compatible with the Pentax Super A?+
The Pentax Super A uses the Pentax K lens mount, so any K-mount lens is compatible. The mount type is the only lens compatibility information available in the specifications.
What film stocks can I use with this camera?+
The camera supports an ISO range of 6 to 3200, which means it can work with a wide variety of film stocks from very slow, fine-grained emulsions at the low end to fast films at the high end.
Does the Pentax Super A have autofocus?+
No, the Pentax Super A is manual focus only. There is no autofocus system, so the photographer must focus manually using the optical SLR viewfinder.
What batteries does the Pentax Super A require?+
The camera runs on two 1.5V LR44 or SR44 batteries. These are small button-cell batteries that are widely available.
What is the flash sync speed and flash support on this camera?+
The Pentax Super A has a hot shoe with TTL auto flash support and an X-sync speed of 1/125 sec. This allows use of compatible TTL flash units for more controlled flash exposures.
How big and heavy is the Pentax Super A?+
The body measures 134 x 87 x 51mm and weighs 460g. It is constructed from a plastic and metal hybrid material.

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