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Pentax MX silver with SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 lens front view

Pentax MX - 50mm f1.7 Lens

£195.00

The Pentax MX is the mechanical flagship of Pentax's compact M series, produced from 1976 to 1985. Built to rival the Olympus OM-1, it is one of the smallest fully mechanical 35mm SLRs ever made, firing on every speed with or without batteries, which power only the meter and its clear five LED readout. The huge 0.97x viewfinder is among the best of the era. The supplied SMC Pentax-M 50mm f/1.7 is a compact and superb performer, with excellent sharpness and pleasing rendering across the frame.

Please note: this is a preowned vintage product, you can find our condition report and more item details below.

Product Specifications

Manufactured: Japan 1976 - 1985
Format: 35mm
Mount: Pentax K Mount
Lens: SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7
Shutter Speeds: B, 1s - 1/1000s
ISO/ASA: 25 to 1600
Battery: 2 x LR44

Condition Report

Good

Serviced: Yes
Shutter Test: All Speeds Accurate
Light Meter: Accurate
Lens: Aperture blades working correctly, optics free of haze, dust and fungus.

Good condition, fully working as it should. A noticeable scratch to the top of the prism housing, shown in the final photo, and a few light marks to the paintwork across the body, but no other dings or damage.

Every camera and lens is fully tested, serviced and confirmed to be in proper working order unless stated otherwise. Shutter speeds, focusing and exposure are checked with professional equipment and calibrated to manufacturer specification, with any specific notes listed above.

Condition Grading

We use a simple 4-tier grading system, making it easy to understand the condition of each item. Every listing includes written details and additional images highlighting any cosmetic or mechanical imperfections, allowing you to make an informed decision.​

Our goal is to provide accurate, honest grading, so you can shop with confidence. If you have any additional queries, feel free to reach out to a member of our team via the support page.

Excellent: Impressive condition, with little to no signs of use. May appear unused or show only the lightest wear.

Very Good: Clean example with minimal signs of wear in common areas. Well cared for with no major marks.

Good: Visible signs of use, such as minor scratches or small dents. Nothing excessive or performance-affecting.

Fair: Noticeable wear, including dents or marks. Fully functional unless stated otherwise in the listing.

60-Day Guarantee

Buying vintage items can feel like a gamble, so every camera, lens and accessory comes with a 60-day guarantee. All items are properly tested and prepared before sale, and if a fault appears within the first 60 days, we aim to repair it within two weeks of being returned. If the item can’t be repaired, we’ll provide a like-for-like replacement, refund or store credit. This guarantee doesn’t cover accidental impact or water damage.

Orders & Returns

Shipping & Delivery

All orders are shipped via Royal Mail Tracked & Insured services for secure and reliable delivery. We aim to dispatch within 2 working days of your order being placed. For international shipping, special delivery, or collection requests, please contact our team; we’re happy to help arrange the best option for you.

Returns

We offer a 30-day return policy on all items. To initiate a return, please fill out the form in our Support Page. A member of our team will respond within 48 hours to assist you.

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