Pentax Spotmatic II

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SPOTMATIC II

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lndexIntroduction 1

Major working parts of the Asahi Pentax Spotmatic II zSpecifications 4Short operating course 6

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Depth-of-field ables :.. .Range of light measurementMercury battery .,Flash synchronization

Clip-on meter SLAsahi Pentax prism binocularsAsahi Pentax telescopes

Guide book for Asahi Pentax system of photographyAsahi Pentax warranty policy

Self-timerInfra,red photographyHow to make deliberate double exposure 19Important notes . . . : .How to take care of your camera ZzDifference of angle of Takumar lenses . . . . . . . . ZsTakumar interchangeable enses .. 26Specifications of Takumar lenses 35complete system of Asahi Pentax accessories

for close-ups, macrophotography, photomicrographyand other miscellaneous accessories 36

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Super-Lite electronic flashSpot exposure meter III


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ASAHIENTAX

SPOTMATIC IIYour Asahi Pentax Spotmatic II is the finest photographic instru-

ment on the market. The "Super-Multi-Coating" on the Takunrar lens,developed by Pentax and available only on Spotmatic II Takumars,reduces flare and boosts contrast to a degree far beyond rvhat waspreviously possible in optical technology. It is a tougher coating than

is available on any competitive lenses and results in pictures rvith moredetail and richer colours than is possible with any other system atany price.

The Spotmatic II itself is an outgrowth and refinement of the orig-inal Spotmatic which introduced through-the-lens metering to the worldof photography. Its stopped-down metering system is the most accurate

method for perfect exposure determination. It also automatically givesyou a depth-of-field preview. It is an averaging system for the easiestand most dependable exposures in typical picture-taking situations. Thismetering system has been refined and improved each year in the Spot-matic to a degree of accuracy unmatched in the industry.

The original Spotmatic was the most compact 35mm SLR made.

The Spotmatic II retains that same traditional compactness and classicfeel. It also is designed for use with the accessories from the Pentaxsystem, including all of the superb Takumar lens ranging frorri theultra-wide-angle 17mm Takumar up to the super-telephoto l000mmTakumar. The Pentax system can grow with you as your interestsdevelop in any direction.

We are very proud of the Pentax Spotmatic II. We are sure youwill be, too.



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R - Reminder dial selectorS - FP/X switch rim

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U - Diaphragm and distance ndex

V - Distance scale'W - Exposure counter index

X - Depth-of-field guide

Y - Hot shoeZ - Hot shoe flash contact



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Specifications

Type35mm single-lens reflex with built-in lightmeter.

Film and Picture Size35mm film (20or 36 exposures). 24mm x 36mm.Standard LensesSuper-Multi-Coated Takumar 50mm f./L.4 or55mm f 1I.8 with fully automatic diaphragm.Filters and lenshood size: 49mm. Equippedwith diaphragm preview lever which affordsvisual check of depth of field. Distance scale:45cm (18'/) to infinity.Shut ter !Focal plane shutter, with single non-rotatingdial. Speeds: B, 1-111000 ec. Film speed(ASA) setting dial and window on shutterspeed dial. Built-in self-timer releases shut-ter in 5-13 seconds. Shutter curtains of spe-cial rubber zed silk .Warning SignalThe index of shutter speeds urns to red whenthe shutter and film speed settings are off themeter's measurability rp: - -,fer to page 16.

FinderPentaprism finder with micropl srrt Fresnellens for instant focusing; 0.88x magnificationwith 50mm lens and approximately life-sizewith 55mm lens.FocusingTurn the distance scale ring until the subjectimage on the ground glass comes into focus.Reflex MirrorInstant return type with special shock absorb-ers for minimum vibration.Lens Mount42mm threaded lens mount.

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Film AdvanceRatchet-type rapid wind lever (for film ad-vance and shutter cocking). 10' pre-advanc-ing and 160 advancing angle."Cocked" IndicatorA red disk appears in a small window along-side the shutter release button when the shut-ter is cocked, and blacks out when it is released.Film Exposure GounterAutomatic re-set type.Flash SynchronizationFP + X Lontacts for conventional flash cordconnection. Separate FP/X contact on hot shoefor convenient flash cordless connection.

Exposure MeterBuilt-in meter measures he brightness of theground glass, and couples directly to shutterand film speed settings. Film speed ASA) set-ting ranges from 20 to 3200 LV1-18 for ASA-100 ilm with standard ens.) Meter is poweredwith a mercury battery.Film RewindRapid rewind crank:r'for speedy film take-up.Film rewind releas 'utton on bottom of cam-era body rotates v, ^i film is being rewound.Loaded Film IndicatorLoaded film reminder dial underneath ilm re-wind knob is marked EMP. (empty), Z0 and36 (exposures) n green (for colour; tungstentype), in white (black and white) and n orange(for colour; daylight type).DimensionWidth 143mm 5.6') x height 93mm (3.66,) xthickness 88mm (3.4,).Weight853grams (1 lb. tI oz.) with 50mm f I.4 lens.Body alone: 622grams (1 lb. 4 oz.)



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Short operating course

A mercury battery for the light meterinsert it into the batterl' housing ivhentery insertion, refer to Page 17.

is packed separately. Be sure tooperating the camera. For bat-

1 . , S E T F I L M S P E E DLift the outer ring of the shutter speed dial,

turn it around and set the same number asthe ASA number of the loaded film to thesmall red index which appears alongside hefigure 1. Then cock the rapid wind lever.

2 . SET SHUTTER SPEEDTurn the shutter speed ial and set the speedyou wish to use o the index. When outdoors,set the speed at l/125 sec. or faster, depend-ing upon the lighting. When indoors, et t atL/30, or in its neighbourhood. Change theshutter speed ater, when necessary. (Referto 5 on the next page.)

3 . C O M P O S E A N D F O C U SWhile viewing through the viewfinder, turnthe distance scale ing with your thumb andindex finger until you get the sharpest mageof your subject at the microprism centre of

the finder.

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4. TURN ON LIGHT METER SWITCHPush up the srvitch button with vortr thurnb.Through the viewfinder, you wili obsbrve hemovement of the meter's needle on the rightside of the ground glass. Be sure to turn offthe meter's switch when not actually takingreadings.

5 . ROTATE DIAPHRAGM RINGThe needle moves up and down with the turn

. of the d,iaphragm ing. When the needle estsat the centre, you will get correct exposure.If the needle does not come o the centre nomatter how far you turn the diaphragm ring,change the shutter speed. When the needle soff centre and close o the (t ) mark, you willget over-exposure: change the shutter speedto a faster setting. If the needle s closer othe (-) mark, you will get under-exposure:change the shutter speed

o a slower setting.6 . RELEASE SHUTTERHold your camera,firmly and trip the shut-ter. When the shutter is released, he meterswitch will automatically turn off, and theneedle will remain fixed off and underneaththe centre. The diaphragm will reopen o itsfull aperture and the overali image will lookbrighter. Cock the rapid wind leyer for thenext picture. (When taking a series of pic_tures under the same iighting conditions, tis not necessary o repeat nstructions 4 and 5. )



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How o hold yourcamera

In hor izon ta l pos i t ion A. Holdthe camera firmly with yourleft hand, and draw your ar mclose to your body.

In ve r t i ca l pos i t ion B. Holdyour camera t ight ly to your fore-head with your lef t hand, anddraw your right arm close toyour body.

In ve r t i ca l pos i t ion C. Holdyour camera tightly to your fore-head with your left hand, raiseyour r ight arm and draw yourleft arm to your body.

As a general ule, your camera shouldbe held more firmly by the left handwhich does not release he shutter.If you hold your camera with theright hand - the hand which releasesthe shutter - it may cause cameramovement. Very often, pictures

which are not sharp are due to move-ment of the camera. When you focuswith the camera held horizontally(Position A), hold the lens barrel asillustrated. Cradle the camera withyour left hand thumb and little fin-

ger. Turn the diitance scale ringwith your thumb and index finger.When holding the camera vertically,some people release he shutter withthe thumb (Position B), while othersrelease t with the index finger (Posi-tion C). Position C is more desirablefor fast focusing and shooting. Withthe Asahi Pentax, whether held ver-tically or horizontally, you see yoursubject image through the takinglens, enabling you to compose, ocusand shoot with a minimum of timeand effort.

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Film type reminder dial

Use the filmtype dial toshow whattype of filmis in yourcamera.When you

have pulled out the rewind knob toopen the back when loading thefilm, turn the dial selector so thatthe type of film appears n the win-

dow. To check whether the camerais loaded, urn the film rewind knobclockwise. If it turns freely. thecamera is not loaded.

Film oadingAvoid direct sunlight when loading yourfilm.

l. Open the back by pulling out therewind knob until back cover snapsopen.

2. Place the film cassette nto the cas-sette chamber, and push back the re-wind knob. Draw out the film leaderand insert it into slot of the take-uospool.

3. Advance the film by alternately turn-ing the rapid wind lever and releas-ing the shutter until both sprocketshave properly engaged the film per-forations. Close he back by pressingit firmly.

4. If the film is properly loaded, the re-wind knob will turn counter-clock-wise when you advance the film by

turning the rapid wind lever.

Setting ASA film speedThe ASA filmspeed ating of al l35mm films isgiven in the datasheet packed witheach roll of film.The higher theASA number, themore sensitive hefilm. Lift the out-

er ring of the shutter speed dial androtate it until the ASA number ofyour film is opposite the red indexmark.

Be sure to set your film speed onthe shutter speed dial because thedial is connected to the exposuremeter system.

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1 The first portions of the film can-not be used or picture taking asthey have already been exposedto light. Generally, wo blank ex-posures should be made beforetaking your first picture. Cockthe rapid wind lever until it stops.Watch to see hat the film rewindknob automatically turns coun-ter-clockwise, ndicating that thefilm is moving from cassette otake-up spool. Trip the shutter.

Film wind and rewind

Cock the rapid wind lever forthe first picture; the exposurecounter automatically turns to'1 ' , indicating that the first pic-ture is ready to be taken.

2 After the final picture on theroll (20 or 36 exposures) has beentaken, the rapid wind lever willnot turn all the way as you stroke

it. This indicates hat the finalpicture has been taken on yourfilm, and that the film must berewound. DON'T open the backof the camera, or all exposedframes will be ruined.

3 Unfold the film rewind crank.Depress he film rewind releasebutton. Turn the rewind crank

to rewind the film into the filmcassette. The film rewind crankpermits rewinding at a smooth,even rate. (Under some atmos-pheric conditions, erratic or toorapid rewinding will cause staticelectricity marks,on the film.)You will feel the tension on therewind crank lessen as the leaderend of the film slips off the take-

up spool.Stop rewinding when you feelthis happen. AVOID DIREC'fSUNLIGHT WHEN UNLOAD.ING YOUR FILM. (The rewindrelease button will return tonormal position as you load yournext film and turn the rapidwind lever.)Pull out the film rewind knob(the back will open automati-cally), and remove the film cas-sette.

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Bright ield focusing1 You can start viewing and focusing

before and after cocking' the rapiAwind lever. When the preview leveris in "AUTO" (automatic) position,and the meter is at "OFF", the dia-

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2 Turn the distance scale ring untilyour subject mage s clearly n focus.It is not always necess ry for you toview and focus with the diaphragmfully open. In bright sunlight, youcan easily focus with diaphragmclosed to f/5.6 or f/8 and still ob-serve the depth of field. It is easi-r, however, to focus with the dia-phragm fully open as your subjectimage is much brighter.

When the letters "MAN" appearsbeside he lever, the lens s in manualposition; when "AUTO" appears, tis in automatic position.

MicroprismAsahi Pentax cameras have a Fresnellens with a microprism centre under-neath the ground glass. As you lookthrough the finder, you will see hatthe Fresnel lens consists of manyconcentric rings which provide thebrightest possible image on theground glass.

The microprism is the centre por-tion of this diagram. When yoursubject is in focus, the image in themicroprism will be sharp and per-fectly clear. If your subject is notin focus, the microprism will break

the image up into many small dots,much like engraver's screen. Youcan focus your subject on any por-tion of the ground glass.

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t When the preview lever is in"AIJ-

TO" (automatic) position, and theexposure meter is turned to "OFF",

the fully automatic diaphragm is atits largest aperture at all times, ex-cept for the instant of exposure, nomatter rvhat aperture is set on thediaphragm ring. When you releasethe shutter, the diaphragm automat-ically stops down to the predeter-mined aperture and the shutter cur-tains start traveling instantly. Whenthe exposure s completed, the dia-phragm reopens to maximum aper-ture completely automatically andyou are ready to compose, ocus andshoot your next pictures. If you wishto visually check exact depth-of-fieldbefore making the exposure, move hepreview lever to "MAN" (manual)

position. This stops the diaphragmto the aperture selected and showsyou exactly how much depth-of-fieldwill appear n your picture. The pre-view lever may be moved back to"AUTO" (automatic) position beforeor after making your exposure, or, ifyou are making pictures in brightsunlight, it may be left in manualposition, which permits a constantcheck of depth of field.

*When the exposure neter switch isturned to the "on" Position, he lensdiaphragm changes rom the auto'matic to mamual position eaen houghthe preuiew eaer s in the " AU TO"(autornatic) position. When the shut-

ter is released, the lens diaphraglnwill autornatically return to its au'tomatic position if the leuer is seton " A(JTO" .

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Turn the shutter speed dial clock-wise or counter-clockwise to theshutter speed desired. The shutter

1 At slow speeds-slower than I/J0- support your camera rigidly oruse a tripod to prevent movementof your camera.

Shutterspeed may be set either before orafter cocking the rapid wind lever.As you cock the shutter by turningthe rapid wind lever, the "cocked"indicator turns to red showing thatthe shutter is cocked. .

The indicator window blacks outas you trip the shutter button. Foruse of the X setting on the shutterspeed dial, refer to page 18.

With the shutter speed dial set onB (bulb), the shutter will stay open

as long as you depress the shutterbutton. As you release your fingerfrom the shutter button, the shuttercloses. When a long exposure isdesired while using the B setting,attach a shutter release cable with alocking device to the shutter button.This will permit a "Time" exposure.

2 To protect the shutter mechan-ism, trip the shutter release be-fore putting the camera out ofuse for any extended period.

If you want to know how great thedepth of field is at a certain aper-ture, look at the depth-of-field guide.In the above photograph, the distancescale s set at 5 meters . . . the lens isfocused on a subject 5 meters away.The calibrations on each side of thedistance index correspond to thediaphragm setting and indicate therange of in-focus distance for differ-ent lens apertures. For example, ifthe lens opening of f/8 is to be used.

Depth-of-field uidethe range on the distance scale ring

covered within the figure 8 on thedepth-of-field guide indicates thearea in focus at the lens opening.You will note from the depth-of-fieldguide in the photograph that therange from approximately 10 to 25feet is in focus. Note that as the lensapertures chang, he effective depthof field also changes. For the depthof' fields at different apertures anddistances, efer to page 14-15.

f Depth of fi.etd is the range between the II nearest and farthest distances uthich IL are in focus at different lens apertures. J



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Depth-of-field able:Super-Mult i-Goated akumar 50mm lel

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Range of light measurementThe exposure meter of the Spotmatic measures he brightness of the groundglass. Therefore, the meter should be turned on alter you have focusedyour subject on the ground glass. The follorring table shows the range ofthe meter's light measurement, and should not be interpreted as the cam-era's total range of f/stop-shutter speed combinations. As you will notefrom the table below, with an ASA100 film, -v-ou ay use any shutter speedfrom 1 sec. o 1/1000 sec. in combination rvith any aperture that will bringthe meter needle to the midpoint in the viervfinder. The total range ofthe aperture settings is, of course, determined by the minimum and max-imum apertures of the lens being used. For example, u,ith the 50mm f./I.4lens and ASA100 film, an aperture from f ll.4 (the maximum aperture of

this lens) to f /16(the

minimum aperture) may be used with any shutterspeed rom 1 sec. o 1/1000 sec. that wili bring the meter needle o midpoint.

ASA

20. 2 5

32. 4 0

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64. 8 0

100

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The a rea A ind ica teshe r ead ing ange f the me te r. The area B ind ica tes ha t a l though he shu t t e r peed ndex sb lack nd he me te r need le oves , he me te r s NoT opera t ing roper ly.When ihe rrcter needle s ceqtered with tlxeshutter sfeed dia! set at B usittg ASA 20-5O filt t ts , thisindicates that tirc eaact shuttl sbeed requif,eC s 2 seconds Please erpose your Picture for 2 seconds

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Mercury battery

How to check i t1. Set the shutter speed dial to B

(bulb) position.2. Turn the ASA dial to ASA 100.3. Push the meter switch to "on"

position.Look at the meter's needle through

the viewfinder. lf the needle rapidlydrops, he meter battery has sufficientcapacity; if it does not, replace themercury battery.How to replace itOpen the battery housing cover on thebottom cover plate with a coin. Re-move old battery and insert new bat-tery with 11) side toward the top ofthe camera. For replacement, useMallory PX-400 or RM-400-R or equiv-alent.

GAUTION: The mercury battery islike a phonograph record. It can bedamaged by skin acids. Handle by theedges with a dry cloth only. Be surethe battery is cleaned with the clothbefore nsertion into the camera. Thebattery is not rechargeable.

DANGER! A serious accident has been reported of a small child who has put a rnercurtbattery into his mouth and has been hos/italized for serious gripes and stomach inflamma-tion. Please aluays heep a mercury battery from the reach of small children.

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Flash synch onization

The Spotmatic II has FP and X terminals at the front of the camera body,and a separate FP/X contact on the built-in hot shoe. The table below showswhich flash contact, which shutter speed and which flash bulb may be com-bined for maximum lamp efficiency. Unless these combinations are rigidlyfollowed, there will be a failure in flash synchronization. Note the

"X"

setting is exactly at the 60 marked on the speed dial. This indicates thehighest shutter speed at which electronic flash units ma1" be used.

Use the hot shoe flash contact only when using the Super-Lite II or anyother electronic flash or flash gun that has a flash contact on the shoebracket. To select FP or X, just turn the FP/X switch rim so that eietherone of the marks appears in the window.

keep the plugs inserled in the terminals.N Wnnn not using tttcs terminals,

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Self-timerDepending upon how far down you turn theself-timer cocking lever O, it will release heshutter in 5-13 seconds. When operating theself-timer, always depress he self-timer re-lease button @ to release the shutter. Donot depress he shutter button . " . it will im-mediately release he shutter without delayedaction. The self-timer cocking lever shouldbe turned down at least 90" or the releasebutton will not operate.

lntra-red photographyIf you intend to take infra-red photographs,remember to use the small t(R" index mark-ed on the depth-of-field guide. Some of theTakumar lenses, however, ike the above pic-ture of Super-Takumar 50mm f/I.4, do nothave the ((R" mark. The index is just a shortorange line.

First, focus your lens on your subject. Determine the lens to subjectdistance from the distance scale. Then match your lens to subjectdistance to the ((R" mark by turning the distance scale accordingly.For instance, if your subject is in focus at infinity, turn the distancering and move the infinity ("") mark to the rtR" index.The ((R" index marking on the Takumar lenses s based on the lenssetting at infinity.

How o make deliberate oubleexposure

For deliberate double exposures, make the first exposure n the normal wayThen tighten the film by turning the rewind knob C, and keep hold of th(rewind knob. Depress he film rewind release button @ and cock the rapicwind lever. This tensions he shutter without advancing the film. Finallyrelease the shutter to make trr'e second exposure. Then make one blankexposure, before taking the next picture, to avoid overlapping.



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lmportant notes

Always keep the meter switched off whennot actual ly taking readings . Leaving themeter switched on wil l rapidly exhaust thebattery. It is also necessary to keep th emeter switched off when mount ing a Super-Takumar or SMC Takumar lens on theSpotmat ic II camera body. I f i t i sswitched on, the t ip of the automat icdiaphragm release pin of the lens wil l h i tthe pin release pla te ins ide the camerabody and i t may get damaged.

When the index of the shutter speedsturns to red, it indicates that theshutter and film speed settings areoff the meter's measurability range.Change the shutter speed settingto a faster or slower setting.Refer to page 16.

When the meter is the switched oD, thelens (any Super-Takumar or SMC Takumarlens) is in its manual position even whenthe diaphragm preview lever is in

"AIJTO"

(automatic) position. When the meter isswitched off manually, or automaticallyafter shutter release, the lens returns

to i ts automatic position when it is setin "AI"JTO" position.

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Primari ly made for use with the Spotmat icII , the Super-Mult i -Coated Takumar 50mmf /1.4 can also be used with the originalSpotmatic, the models SL and SP 500.Further, i t can be used with only two othercameras: Asahi Pentax SV and Sla withan orange-coloured R marking on thefilm rewind knob. Use with any othercamera will damage the rear element lens.

4 Exposu ef ac tor

x 1 . 6 3x 1 . 9 6x3.20x4.80x 5.46

Exposure increase factors which applywhen taking pictures with fi l ters,

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How to take care of your camera

1. STORAGE

a) The instrument, when not in use, should be protected from damp-

ness and dust. Preferably, it should be kept in its case and, as an addi-

tional precaution, inserted into a polyethylene bag.

b) Care should be taken to see that the camera is not kept in abnor-

mally high or low temperatures - normal room temperature is best.

c) Take the precaution of removing any batteries since, no matter how

well made these may be, there is always a risk of deterioration and

corroslon.

2. EXERCISE

All mechanical instruments need to be exercised regularly to keep them

in good condition. Cameras are no exception to this rule. If you putyour car in storage for the winter, the first thing a prudent owner doesin the spring is to have it serviced before putting it back on the road.There is not quite the same parallel between a motor car and a camera,nevertheless, ou should store your camera where you can get at it easilyand put it through its normal operations at least once per mOnth. i.e.

a) Set the shutter release and fire.

b) Turn to a slow shutterfire. Also operate delayed

speed and again .set the shutter release and

action device (self-timer).

meter for correct operation.

d)

Examine the exposure

Check film transport.

e) Check the range finder or pentaprism viewfinder.

These actions will keep the mechanism in good order, retaining thenatural qualities of the lubricant - thus ensuring the camera s ready forinstant use when required.

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3. RUNNING EST BEFORE SEBefore embarking on a holiday where your camera will be your constantcompanion or, in fact, any other reason for the camera being requiredon an important assignment, make a few trial exposures. It is advis-able to test the camera at least four weeks prior to your departure togive time for a test film to be exposed and processed. NIany spoiledholiday records would have been avoided if this precaution had beentaken.

4. DUSTYCONDITIONSWhen your camera s used on the beach, or other conditions where dustor sand can easily infiltrate the mechanism, take the precaution of put-ting the instrument with its case into a polyethylene bag or other con-tainer so that flying dust or sand are prevented from entering the cam-

era. This applies particularly, of course, if it is laid down on a sandybeach. Furthermore, avoid leaving the camera in such a position thatdirect sunlight is allowed to fall upon it for a long length of time.

5. LOOSEPIECES OF FILMThis nuisance is often the cause of trouble with a camera. Small chipsof fitm can easily damage the mechanism. Therefore, check your cam-

era every time it is loaded. Always make sure it is free from smallpieces of film.

6. TREATINGYOUR CAMERATENDERLYYour camera is a fine, precision instrument. It has been produced withgreat care and attention to detail. Do not allow it to be swung by itsshoulder strap, thrown into the back of a car, or in any other waytreated as if it were as robust as a bat tleship. If you protect the cam-era against possible damage due to a knock, you will be amply repaidby years of excellent and trouble-free service.



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lnterchangeableThe Asahi Pentax offers many inter-

changeable lenses in a widevariety

of focal lengths, all of which are high-ly respected by both professional andamateur photographers for their fineresolution. The photographic cover-age of the various Takumar lensesis illustrated on page 25. With focallength longer than 55mm, the subjectimage is seen through the viewfinderlarger than its life size.

Regardless of the lens selected foryour Asahi Pentax, there is neverneed for an accessory viewfinder,ordinarily required for rangefindertype cameras.

When interchanging lenses, hold thelens by the distance scale ring. Whenattaching a lens, filter, or lenshood,do not screw it too tightly, 3s youmay find it difficult to remove.

Lenses

Fixed Focusing SettingBecause of the considerable depth offield of wide-angle lenses, ]-ou can usethem as fixed focus lens if the dia-

phragm and distance scales are setproperly. For your convenience, theSuper-Takumar and SMC Takurnarlenses shown on pages 26 and 27

(marked rvith * ,i have a fixed focusmark. Just align with the index theorange-coloured figures of the dia-

phragm and distance scales, and thelens n'ill be in fixed focus from fore-ground to infinity. You'll find this ex -tremely convenient for fast shooting.

Super-Multi-GoatedSMG TakumarsPentax SMC Takumar lenses arethe world's first 7 -layer multi-coatedlenses. A truly remarkable opticalachievernent. Conventional lenseshave only 1-3 layer coatings. Theadditional coating of SMC Takumarlenses et in more lighting resultingin truer colours. Ref ection is re-duced to 0.2% allowing the remain-ing 99.8% of light to pass through.This means higher light transmis-sion, and the brightest lens possible.Colours pass hrough with equal in-

tensity so colour balance s strikinglyimproved. Brighter blues. Vibrantreds. Truer yellows. SMC Taku-mar lenses make it possible. And,no ghosts or flares even when shoot-ing against the sun. Ultra violetlight is reflected off the glass sur-face. So, only true colours are ab-sorbed. Undesired ays are kept out.

SMC Takumar lenses are for peopleinterested in the ultimate in photo-graphic lenses.

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D I F F E R E N C EO FA N G L EO FTA K U M A R E N S E SW8mmII

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Fish-Eye akumar 17mm t/4 *

The world's most efficient fish-eye lens withmaximum brightness of. tl4. Covers an angleof vision of about 180'. Enables you to view

and focus through the viewfinder without keep-ing the reflex mirror flipped up.

Lens e lement . . . . . . . 11 ( including 3 fi l ters)M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . t l 2 2Minimum distance . . . . . . 0 .66 t . (0 .2 m)A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . 1 8 0 ' ( d i a g o n a l )Weight ... . 7.98 ozs. (228 gr.)

Super-Takumar 0mm t /4.5 *The new Super-Takumar 20mm f.14.5 thewidest of the Takumar wide-angle family-letsyou view and focus at a 94o angle of visionwithout keeping the reflex mirror flippecl up.Superb perspective effect and a minimum focus-ing distance of 20cm also make it one of themost exciting lenses of the whole range.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . ' . 1 l

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . f / 1 6Minimum djstance . 0 .65 t . (0 .2 m)

Angle of view ... 94'

Weight . . . 8 .79 ozs . (251 gr. )

Super-Takumar 24mm t /3.5 *

The new Super-Takumar 24mm f/3.5 is an ultra-wide-angle lens that increases even further theversatility of your Asahi Pentax. Compact insize and light in weight, i t enables you to viewand focus at an 84" angle of vision withoutkeeping the reflex mirror flipped up. A wonder-ful lens to create pictures with dramatic impact.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Minimum aperture . . . t l l6

Minimum distance . . . . . . 0 .8 f t . (0 .25 m)A n g l e o f v i e w. . . . . . . . . 8 4 'Weight 8.71ozs. (2a7 gr.)

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SMCTakumar 28mm t /3.5 *

A new super-wide-angle lens of 7 elements, de'

signed and produced to meet the most exacting

of the professional requirements, this is the lens

you professionals and advanced amateurs need

to shoot more artistic photographs. Equipped

with fully automatic diaphragm; ideal for archi-

tecture, fast-action and artistic photography.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Minimum aperture . . . f lL6Minimum distance . 1.3 ft. (40 cm)

A n g l e o f v i e w . . . ' . . 7 5 "

We i g h t . . . . . . 7 . 6 o z s . ( 2 1 8 g r. )

Super-Takumar 5mm t /2"

One of the fastest wide-angle lenses for 35mm

single-lens reflex cameras. Edge-to-edge sharp

resolution at full aperture; unique lens design

without distortion; perfect for pictures of large

groups, buildings, sports events, and other large

spectacles.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ' . . 8M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . ' . . f / 1 6Minimum distance ... L?5 ft. (0.4 m)A n g l e o f v i e w. . . . . . . . . . . . ' . . . . 6 2 "Weight 8.53 ozs. (2a2 gr.)

SMC Takumar 35mm f/3.5*

A medium speed lens with extremely high

resolving power, this is an excellent general

purpose wide-angle optic extremely useful for

scenic, industrial, and architectural photogra-

phy. Compact and light in weight.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . ' . . . . . . . . . 5

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . . / L 6

Minimum distance 1.5 ft. (45 cm)

A n g l e o f v i e w . . . : . . . . . . . - ' 6 2 "

Weight . . . . . . 5 .4 ozs . 152 gr. )

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SMC Takumar 50mm t/1.4Newest high-speed 7-element standard lens fo rSpotmatic II. Super.multi-coated for higherlight transmission, it has become a much bright-

er lens. You get improved contrast and richercolours. No irritating "ghost" images or flarewhen shooting directly against the light. Anideal all-around lens for colour photography.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TM i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . f l l 6Minimum distance . . l .b f t . (4S cm)A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . 4 0 .Weight 8.1 ozs. (230 gr.)

SMC Takumar 55mm t/L.8Also super-multi-coated standard lens for Spot-matic II, it reduces flare and boosts contrastto a degree far beyond what was previouslypossible in optical technology. You can getpictures with more detail and richer coloursthan is possible with any other system at anyprice. It also features a tougher coating whichmeans the super-multi-coated lenses are morescratch-resistant and durable.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . 6M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . . . . . . / 1 6Minimum distance 1.5 t. (45 cm)Angle of view .. 43'We i g h t . . . . . . . . . . . T. S o z s . Z t S g r. )

SMC Takumar 85mm t/L.8This lens is brighter than the predecessor,

85mm f/1.9 lens, but smaller in size. With afocal length of 85mm, perfect for portraiture,

and a maximum aperture of. f./L.8, this lens isalso very suitable for indoor stage shots andoutdoor night photography.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . 6M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . . . . . . . f / 1 6Minimum dis tance . . . . . . 0 .85 m (2.75t t . )Angle of view . . . . . . 29oWeight . . . . . . 341 gr. (11.9 ozs . )

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SMCTakumar o5mm t /2.8A quality medium telephoto lens of 5 elements.with well corrected aberrations. Light-weightdesign for portability and easy handling. Re-commended for scenery, portrait, news photosand other moderate telephoto effects. Equippedwith fully automatic diaphragm; supplied withspecial lenshood.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . 5M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . - . - . . l 2 2

M i n i m u m d i s t a n c e - - . 4 f t . ( 1 . 2 m )

A n g l e o f v i e w . . - . - . - . . ' 2 3 "Weight . . . . . . L0.2ozs . (290 gr. )

SMC Takumar l20mm t/2.8The latest addition to the Super-Multi-CoatedTakumar medium telephoto family. So light-weight and compact, this fast lens is most idealfor taking snapshots, portraits and telepohto-graphs.

Lens element ... 5 in 4 groups

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . . . . f 1 2 2Minimum distance ... 4f.t. (1.2m)A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0 "Weight ... 11.9 ozs. (340 gr.)

SMCTakumar 135mm 3.5Produces a br i l l iant image in al l corners of the

picture even with the diaphragm ful ly open.Indispensable for dis tant subject mat ter andfor por t ra i t . Ideal for close-ups of animals orplants even a t a d is tance. Recommended asthe ideal long telephoto lens for handheldcamera operat ion. Equipped with ful ly auto-matic diaphragm; supplied with special lens-hood.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . . . . - 1 2 2M i n i m u m d i s t a n c e . . . . . 5 f t . ( 1 . 5 m )A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . ' 1 8 'We i g h t . . . . I 2 . I o z s . ( 3 4 3 g r. )

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SMC Takumar L35mm t/2 .5A faster f /2 .5 lens has joined the superb Taku-mar 135mm lens family. Wel l balanced, ts tota l

length is rather short so it is light in weight.Most suitable for shooting night scenes, stage,indoors , spor ts and snap port ra i ts . An excel-lent lens also for colour photography.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . .Minimum apertureM i n i m u m d i s t a n c e . . . . .Angle of viewWeight

SMC Takumar l5omm t/4This new fully automatic 150mm SMC Taku-mar with a focal length three times as longas the standard lens has been designed andproduced to suit the purpose of photographingsubjects requiring an intermediate angle be-tween the 135mm and 200mm lenses. So com-pact, so light-weight, it looks like a 135mm

lens, yet it is only 7mm longer. New-type, all-purpose telephoto lens ... for telephoto snaps,sceneries, sports, news events, stage photo-graphs, nature life, etc.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . ' . 5M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . ' . . t l 2 2Minimum dis tance 6 f t . (1 .8 m)Angle of view . . . . 16.5 'Weight . . . . . . 11.3 ozs . 324 gr. )

SMCTakumar 20omm /4A new member to the superb Takumar tele'photo lens family. Equipped with a fully auto-matic diaphragm. Compact, light, and elegantlydesigned for fast handleability.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Minimurn aper ture . . . . . . f 122Minimum dis tance . . . . . . 8 .2 t . (2 .5m)Angle of view . . . . . . L2.5"Weight . . . 19.3o2s. 550gr. )

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Super-Takumar OOmm /4

Light enough for hand-held picture tak-ing, this lens is the most ideal for specta-cular te lephotographic effects . Even withthe diaphragm ful ly open, the aberra t ionsare corrected to the greatest extent pos-s ible . Gives needle-sharp resolut ion toevery corner of the picture . Equippedwith ful ly automat ic diaphragm; suppl ied

with specia l lenshood.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . 5M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . . . f 1 2 2M i n i m u m d i s t a n c e . . . 1 8 f t . ( 5 . 5 m )A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . . . 8 "We i g h t . . . . . 3 3 . i o z s . ( 9 4 6 g r. )

u+--ililMC Takumar 400mm t/5 .6

Especially designed for those professionalswho specialize in outdoor sports, news andnature-life photography. Because of itsf/5.6 aperture, this tele-lens is extremelycompact and light for its focal length of400mm. Also because of its portability, i tcan be easily hand-held for fast and suc-cessive shooting, depending upon the shut-ter speed to be used. Equipped with click.

s top manual diaphragm; suppl ied withspecial lenshood.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . f 1 4 5

M i n i m u m d i s t a n c e . . . . . . 2 7 t . ( 8 m )

A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . . . . o

Weight . .45 ozs . 1 .3 kg.)

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Comparatively light and small for its per-

formance, this powerful long-focus lens

brings the inaccessible within reach. Its

bright f.14.5 image simplifies composition

and focusing, and it produces edge-to-edge

coverage of high resolution. Equipped

with manual diaphragm; supplied with

SMC Takumar SOOmm /4.5

specia l lenshood.

L e n s e l e m e n t - . . . . . . . . . . .

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . ' f 1 4 5Minimum dis tance . . . 32.8 t . (10 m)

A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . . . . . . "

Weight . . . . . . 122.5 zs . 3 .5 kg.)

|l'i/ nn sMc rakumar Looomm /8I llr -+fl---' n r / Juuu

Photographs subjects which are too far

away to be seen by the naked eYe' The

ultimate in fine optics for the photogra-

pher who specializes n news, sports, scien-

tific or wildlife photography. Fast, ac-

curate focusing with manual diaphragm.Furnished with built-on lenshood, rigid

wooden tr ipod and in wooden 'cases .

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . 1 4 5M i n i m u m d i s t a n c e . . . . . . . 9 8 f t . ( 3 0 m )

A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . . . . . 2 . 5 "

We i g h t o f l e n s . . . . 1 9 2 . 5 o z s . 5 . 5 k g . )Weight of t r ipod . . . 26lbs . (11.8 kg.)

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SMC Takumar-Zoom 5mm-210mm t/4 .5With the new SMC Takumat-Zoom 85-210mmf 14.5, zooming and focusing are done in one

action. So you get the kind of speed that's soessential to zoom shooting. With a zoom ratioof 2.5 and focal calibrations of 85, 100, 120,135, 150, 180, 210, and any point within thisrange, this one lens takes the place of themost frequently used group of interchange-able lenses. It 's compact and lightweight, too.Truly the most versatile lens you can own.

L e n s e l e m e n t . ' . . . . i lMinimum aperture . . . f 22Minimum distance 11.5 t ' (3 .5m)

6.24f . t . 1 .9m) with at tachmentAngle of view 28" 5'-ll ' 5'Weight .. 24.86 ozs. (705 gr')

SMC Macro-Takumar 0mm f/4The new SMC Macro-Takumar 50mm f /4 lens

is equipped with a fully automatic diaphragmto further increase its high performance. Themagnif icat ion range is f rom ll2to inf ini ty, but

by applying the "A.utoExtension Tubes, you canshoot from life size to infinity. The automaticdiaphragm enables you to shoot such difficultsubjects as moving insects , whi le holding yourcamera and looking through the viewfinder.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

M i n i m u m a p e r t u r e ' . . . . . . . f 1 2 2M i n i m u m d i s t a n c e . . . . . . . 0 . 7 7 t . ( 0 . 2 3 4 m )A n g l e o f v i e w. . . . . . . . . . . . 4 6 'We i g h t . . . 8 . 7 4 o 2 s . 2 4 8 g r. )

SMC Bellows-Takumar 00mm f/4

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L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I \ I i n i m u m a p e r t u r e . . . . . . f . 1 2 2A n g l e o f v i e w. . . . . . . 2 4 "We i g h t . . . . 4 . 9 o z s . 1 3 9 g r. )

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U tra-Ach omatic-Ta umar85mm f 4.5

-Jffir{-----lThe new Ultra-Achromatic-Takumar85mm f/4.5 is corrected against chro-matic aberration from ultraviolet toinfrared wavelength bands. Not only isit a high resolution lens for visible lightphotography, but also it gives unmatch-ed optical performance in ultraviolet

andinfrared photography.

The lens uses no glass; it uses fluoriteand quartz. This unique lens answerssome of the optical quality and perform-ance problems in ultraviolet and infra-red photography. Although it is superbfor infrared and visible light photogra-phy, its main design emphasis is placedon ultraviolet photograph-v at a close

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distance. It is corrected against chro-mat ic aberra t ion from220mp to 1000mp,and photographic tests without filtersshow good results within these wave-length bands.

L e n s e l e m e n t . . . . . . . . . . ' . - 5\ I in imum aperture . . . t l22\I inimum distance . . . 2f t . (0 .6m)Angle of view . . . . . 29"\Yeight ... 8.7 ozs. (248 gr.)

U tra-Ach omatic'Ta uma300mm t /5.6

The new Ultra-Achromatic-Takumar300mm f /5.6 uses glass and fluorite ele-ments to achieve high resolution andextreme chromatic aberration correc-tion over a wide range wavelength. Itis corrected against chromatic aberra'tion from 400mp up to 850mP. The

visible portion of the spectrum extendsfrom 400m p to 700mp. This lens is ex-cellent for telephotography in the visibleand infrared portion of the spectrum.

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The use of fluorite elements allow adesign that is very compact for its focallength and sharp in contrast and de 'finition.

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12 2Minimum distance 16 ft. (4.85m)A n g l e o f v i e w . . . . . ' . . . . . . 8 "Weight ... 29 ozs. (825 gr.)

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SPECIFICATIONS F TAKUMAR LENSES

All these lenses fit any Pentax model which has a 42mm threaded lens mount.BI=3 f i l t e r s bu i l t - in . M:Manua l . FA:Fu l ly Automat i c . PS=Prese t . SMC:Super-Mul t i -Coa ted .UA= Ultra-Achromatic. O: Diagonal coverage. @: Supplied only with Sp SOO oav as ts standardlens. @=Supplied with wooden tripod and carrying cases. All lenses, ncluding standard lensespurchased separately, are supplied with leather case, straps, front and rear caps. All fi t ters and lens-hoods are screw-in type unless otherwise indicated. (*Lenshood sufblied with lens. *Clif-on tybe)

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Gomplete System of Asahi PentaxAccessories or Glose-Ups,Macrophotography, hotomcrography,

and other Miscellaneous ccessories

O EXTENSIONUBESETA set of 3 rings, #I, #2 and #3 of 9.5mm, 19mmand 28.5mm respectively. They may be usedsingly or in combination as desired. When allthree are used simultaneously with the 55mmSuper-Takumar lens, the subject is enlargedon film to a magnification of I.I7 life size.

O AUTO.EXTENSIONUBE SETNew extension ube set of 3 rings, 9.5mm (f1),19mm (f2) and 28.5mm (i3), with coupledautomatic diaphragm release pins. Mountedsingly or in combination between an AsahiPentax and a 55mm automatic diaphragm ens,this set of Auto Extension Tubes permits focus-ing at magnification from I.I7 x to 0.17 andoperation of the automatic diaphragm.

O HELICOID XTENSION UBELike the lens helicoid, the new Asahi PentaxHeiicoid Extension Tube extends rom 16.8mmto 30.6mm. It serves he purposes of the AsahiPentax Extension Tubes fi2 and fi3. Mountedbetween an Asahi Pentax and a 55mm lens,it permits photography at magnification from0.30 to 0.7 x. It is extremely versatile vari-able extension ring.

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O BELLOWSUNIT IExtremely flexible for ultra-close-up photog-raphy, the Bellows Unit I permits use of thecamera's own lens. Provided with a specialprecision-calibrated ear shaft for reading con-tinuous magnification from 0.62 to 2.45 withthe standard 55mm lens.

O AUTOBELLOWS SLIDECOPIER

The Asahi Pentax Auto-Bellorvs is a highl1-flexible close-up and macro-photographic n-strument. The bellows extension s longer hanthe extension of the standard Beliorr,s Unit.The Auto-Bellows s more versatile. With thedouble cable release supplied with the Auto-Bellows, you release he shutter and activatethe automatic diaphragm simultaneously f youuse a fully-automatic diaphragm lens. Withits lens reverse system, you can use a lens in

reversed position for higher macro resolution.

The geared ail of the Auto-Bellows s meticul-ously engineered with high precision. Thefreely movable tripod seat underneath he railrod maintains the whole equipment on tripodin complete balance. Micro-action extensionknobs are equipped on the camera body andlens sides for precise bellows extension.

The Slide Copier attaches to the front end ofthe Auto-Bellows for easy duplication of colorfilms.

With the Bellows-Takumar 100mm f/4 lens,you can photograph from 1.32 magnificationto infinity i*;. You easily obtain high magni-fication with a 28mm to 35mm lens. By addingthe standard Bellows Unit or Extension Tubesto the front or back of the Auto-Bellows, youcan reach 10 x to 20 x magnification.

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The Asahi Pentax Auto-Bellows s a preciselydesigned close-up and macro equipment forprofessional photographers, esearch workers,scientists nd specialists n close-up nd macroworks.

O REVERSE DAPTERThis allows 50mm or 55mm Takumar lensesto be used on bellows or extension tubes inreverse position for better macrophotographicresults.

O MICROSCOPE DAPTERFitting betrveen the Asahi Pentax camera bodS'and the microscope tube, this adapter permitsuti l ization of the microscooe's oDtics in olaceof the camera's lens. It mit be used rti th anymicroscope u'hich has a tube of 25mm diameter.Complete set consists of an adapter tube. fast-ening knob, light seaiing tube. and stopper.

o coPtPoDLight-weight, but extremel-v igid and sturdy.This portable copying stand fits all models ofthe Asahi Pentax and can be used anywherefor copying documents, artrvork, stamps, etc.Consists of a lens board comolete rvith adaoterrings for 46mm and 49mm lenses. and iourcalibrated telescoping egs. Sets up easily in

seconds and is quickly disassembled. Suppliedin small black pouch for storage or carryingconvenience.

O COPY STAND

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O CLIP-ONMAGNIFIERFor added convenience n critical focusing forclose-ups, copying, macro-photography, etc.This can be easily attached to the stotiea iru-"of the viewfinder of your Asahi pentax andenlarges your viewing image 2x.

O CLOSE.UP ENSGround and polished o the superb akumar lfrril"rhbriltlkllti;{,1Lnur;tiFto 0.15 with the 55mm SMC Takumar lens.

O RIGHTANGLEFINDERAttaches quickly and easily o the viewfinderof all Asahi Pentax models. Designed foradded convenience n low angle and close_upphotography, photomicrography, erc.

O MIRRORADAPTERAn interesting adapter for detective photogra_

phers, this allows you to take photograpfrs UyNOT pointing your camera and teni tb ,rou,subjects. Fits the T'akumar 200mm /S.S,Super_Takumar or SMC Takumar 200mm f/4

^and

Tele-Takumar 300mm f/6.3 lenses onlv.

O CABLERELEASE

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with floating

locking screw

O FILTERSAND LENSHOODSAsahi Pentax lenshoods are recommended oruse whenever possible to guard against off-angle light which will cause flare in yourpictures. (All Takumar lenses from Sbmm upto 1000mm are supplied with a special lens-hood.) lmprove your picture quality by usingthe Asahi Pentax filters that are precision-ground, polished and coated for vour AsahiPentax.

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o AccEssoRY LlP lDeluxe type, precision-made accessory clipmodel II fits the viewfinder frame of AsahiPentax cameras.

O CORRECTION ENS ADAPTERA clip-on eyepiece for prescription lens (eye-piece only1. Also a convenient e]-e-cup foreveryday photographl'.

O STEREO DAPTER ETThe new Asahi Pentax Stereo Adapter con-sists of a stereo adapter and a vierver. Theadapter is for taking stereo pictures (reversalcolour pictures) and the vierver is for viewing

stereo colour slides. The Stereo Adapter fitsthe front frame of the Takumar 55mm lens.The screw of the Stereo Adapter fastens tselfonto the front frame of the lens after it ispositioned in parallel rvith the camera body.Since the Stereo Adapter reduces the amountof light coming through the taking lens aper-ture, the diaphragm should be opened by ahalf f/stop for optimum exposure.

The new Asahi Pentax Stereo Adapter is val-uable accessory or making stereo pictures of"ikebana," hair dressing, architecture, sculp-ture, etc.

O FILM MAGAZINEFor bulk film loading.

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O SHORT SOFT CASEEspecially designed soft case without a nosefor the lens. This allows you to take pictureswith the camera in the case for quieter op-eration.

For use with SV and SIa onlv

O SOFT CASE JUMBO FRONTJumbo-size front for the soft camera casecontain an Asahi Pentax with a 135mm,

mm or 85mm telephoto lens.

O GADGETBAGA deluxe Asahi Pentax Gadget Bag for anassortment of Asahi Pentax camera, lenses andaccessories with inside partition and strongshoulder strap and front clasp.

C LEATHER CASE FOR STANDARD LENSES

When the standard Takumar lens is removedfrom your Asahi Pentax camera body, protectit in this leather case, available as a separateaccessory.

O ASAHIMOUNTADAPTERFor use of Asahiflex-mount Takumarwith your Asahi Pentax camera body.

O MISCELLANEOUS APSFront and rear lens caps, and Asahibody mount cap are also available.

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Super-Lite l Electronic lashThe Asahi Pentax Super-Lite II is a compact easy-to-operate electronic

flash unit proCuced with the same engineering skill that perfects the AsahiPentax System of Photography. Light and compact, it simply attachesto your Asahi Pentax camera.

o The angle of light distribution of most flash guns is designed o matchthe angle of standard lenses. The Super-Lite II is one of the widest-angle electronic flash units on the market today. Because of the spe-cially designed curvature of the reflector, its angle of light distributionpra.ctically covers the angle of. a 28mm super-wide-angle lens.

o The Super-Lite II has a unique automatic light output stabilizer. Thelight output of many other electronic flash units considerably decreasesas you keep flashing the units. This means you will have to open upyour lens aperture. The light output of some units goes down to asmuch as one f/stop extent after 40 flashes. 1'he light output stobilizerof the Super-Lite II constantly maintains its output at its maximumat each flash.

o The Super-Lite II also operates on AC, powered by the AC Power Packaccessory.

o The circuitry of the Super-Liteconsumption. Pen-light batterieswaste the battery power.

II is designed for economical powerare inexpensive - and you will not

o 'the l/2000 second flash dura-tion of the Super-Lite II is soshort, you may capture practi-cally anything you may like tophotograph.

O The recycling time (timeinterval between each lash)is short. You will be readyto follow fast actions f vouact fast.

The Asahi Pentax Super-LiteII is a highly versatile elec-tronic flash for Asahi Pentaxenthusiasts-as ordinary flash

- as bounce flash - as fill-in flash (when photographingback-lighted subjects.)

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Spotmeter

Selective exposure photography . .. the most advanced concept in reflectedlight meters. The Spotmeter III utilizes an optical reflect system whichgives a 2I" angle of view on the ground glass screen. In the centre of thisviewing screen is a 1" circle which.represents the angle covered by themeter's CdS sensing element. For this reason, it is extremely selective,permitting precise exposure reading at longer distances, and gives greatercontrol over exposure problems. Light intensity is read directly from en-graved scales on the viewing lens. For dark area reading, a scale illumi-nator glows when the button is depressed. Exposure is calcula.ted easily

by turning movable scales on the side of the meter. The Spotmeter III isalso equipped with an IRE (Institute of Radio Engineers) scale, which isespecially useful for television filming and other special readings.


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AsAHTPENTilXrism Binoculars

The unique coated

interference filterof theAsahi Pentaxprism binoculars,anotherachievement ofthe Asahi Pentax

engineering,eliminatesultraviolet andinfrared rayswhich may beharmful tothe eyes.

Magni f-cation

Diamete rof 0bjec-tive Lens

Diamete rof Ex i tPup i l

Angle fView

Relat iveBright-ness

Fie ld f'Viewa t1000 ds

Weigh t He igh t nd Wid th

6 x , 1 5 6 x l 5 m m 2 . 5 m m 6 l20m 6 .0 oz .( 1 7 0 e )2 " r ' l " x 3 9 l t "

( 6 . 4 c m x 9 . 1 c m )

6 x , 2 5(Wide ngle) 6 X 25mm {2 m m I 1 . 0 L7 l 7 6 m 16.2 oz .(ass )

2 5 h " x 4 e l c o( 6 . 7 c m x l 1 . l c m )

6 x , 3 0 6 x 30mm 5 . 0 m m 25 120m 18 .3 z .(5 l e g )4 / " " x 6 / " '

( 11 . 8 mx 1 6 . 9 m )

8 x , 3 0 U X 30mm 3 . 7 mm 7 . 5 l 4 1 2 0 m 18 .3 z .( 5 1 9 e )41r ' a " 6 / s "

( 11 . 1 mx 1 6 . 9 m )

8 x , 4 0(Wide ngle) 8 x 40mm 5 . 0 m m 9 . 5 150m

28.3 oz.(802 g)

5'r ' t" x7 ) '""(14 .4 cm x 18 .2 m)

7 x . 3 5 7 x 3 5 m m 5 . 0 m m 7 . 0 ' ( 8 . 1 .6 . 5 ' 25 I l 2 m24 .3 oz .(689 c)

5 l \ o ' x 6 / r "( 1 3 . 0 mx l 7 . l c m )

7 x , 3 5(Wide ngle) 7 x 3 5 m m 5 . 0 m m 1 1 . 0 " 25 I 7 6 m

28.3 oz.(802 g)

4e l o" x7 ' / s "( 1 2 . 4 mx 1 8 . 2 m )

7 x , 5 0 7 x 50mm 7 l m m t - L 5 l I 1 3 m 38 .8 oz .(1100 g)7" x8"

(17.8 m 22.0 n)

l 0 x , 5 0 I 0 x 50mm 5 . 0 m m 5 . 5 ' 25 88m 35 .8 oz .(1015 e)6/"" x8 "

(17 .3 cm x22 .0 en)

l z x , 5 0 :1.2x 50mm 4.Zmm 5 . 5 t 7 88m 35 .8 oz .(1015 e)6/s" x8 "

(17.3 cm x22.0 cm)

1 6 , 5 0 l 6 x 50mm 3 . 1 m m 4.0 l 0 64m 35.8 oz.(1015 e)6/t" x8'l

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AsAHrElrlTAXTelescopes

The superb Asahi Pentax telescopes, lso designed and produced by the Asahi

Pentax engineering group, are available in the following sizes:

30X,40mm telescope, n white or black finish, with tripod. 50X,50mm tele-scope, n grey finish, with sun glass and tripod. 60mm astronomical tele-scope with micro-moving attachment, 4x finder, 4 eyepieces 6mm, 9mm,12.5mm and 20mm), erecting and diagonal prisms, sun glass, vooden ripodand carrying case.

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GUIDEBOOK FOR ASAHI PENTAX SYSTEMOF PHOTOGRAPHY

The operating manual for the Asahi Pentax cameras s merely an instruc-tion book for the proper care and operation of the Asahi Pentax cameras.

It does not, and can not, deal fully with every possible application of theAsahi Pentax System of Photography because hose applications are almostlimitless.

The following book is therefore recommended to those amateurs who areeager to learn more about the Asahi Pentax System of Photography andphotographic technique in general. It is available in English, German andItalian languages, and each can be obtained from your photo dealers ordirectly from the publishers isted on the next page.

THE ASAHI PENTAX WAY by Herbert Keppler

Herbert Keppler has been associated *'ith the U.S. photographic magazineModern Photograph;' ior over 1J -vears as its editor and publisher. His col-umn devoted exclusivei.v o singie-lens reflex cameras and photography is

very famous throughout the rvorld. He is well known for his objective out-look on all things photographic and for his healthy mistrust of any theory

that he has not tried out in prac-tice. He has no interest in push-ing the products of any particularmanufacturer and brings to theAsahi Pentax Way a knowledge-able, ndependent and unprejudicedoutlook.

This comprehensive book of 352pages, containing 8 full-colour and48 black-and-white picture pages,.deals mainly with the followingsubjects:

OPERATION AND TECHNIQUE:action, aperture, artificial light,camera care, carrying, choosing

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films, close-ups, copying, depth of field, developers, exposure, exposure meter,films, film speed, ilters, flash, focal length, focusing, holding, lighting, load-ing, long-range work, monocular, multiple flash, perspective, printing, shoot-

ing, slide projection, Spotmatic operation, storing negatives, elescope, ripod,unloading, viewing.

ACCESSORIES: accessory clip, bellows unit, body cover, cable release, cas-settes, close-up enses, copying unit, exposure meters, extension tubes, focus-ing magnifier, Leica adapter, lens cap, lenses, microscope adapter, prescrip-tion eyepiece, ight-angle finder, slide copier, SPOT exposure meter.

ASAHI PENTAX SUBJECTS: animals, architecture, birds, candid, cinema,fireworks, flowers, groups, lights, low light, nature, night, portraits, scenics,sport, television, theatre, travel, under water, wildlife.

FINDING DATA: close-up exposure, colour temperature, depth of field,extension bellows, extension tubes, feet-metre conversion, films, film speedconversion, ilters, filter equivalents, ilters for colour film flash.

Engl i sh d i t ion :

German d i t ion :

I t a l i an d i t ion :

Spanish d i t ion :

Focal Press Ltd.31 FitzroySquare,L ond on ,W 1 , U . K .

Verlag Die Schonen BucherDr. Wolf Strache,7OO0 Stuttgart 1,Postfach t24,WESTGERMANY

FotografareVia Macal le ,Rome 00199, ITALY

Ediciones Omega, S. A.Casanova, 2O-Barcelona

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All models, prices and specifications are subject to change without notice.

ASAHI PTlCAL 0., TD.C.P.0. 95,Tokyo, 00-91, APAN

ASAHIOPTICATUROPE.A.Freight ldg., Brussels ational irport , 930 aventem, ELGIUM

ASAHIOPTICAI.UROPE.A.HAMBURG FFICE

2000 Hamburg 0, Koenigstrasse8, WEST ERMANY

ASAHTPTtCAt"nmrnlcA)Nc.

Mercury BatteryThe mercury battery should be kept dry and clean. Don't touch it rvith -v-ourfinger unnecessarily. Before inserting it into its housing. rvipe its surfacecomplete ly wi th a dry piece of cloth . To prevent rapid deter iorat ion. don ' ttry to measure the short current or to charge the battery-. Don't throrv aused battery into fire . . . it may explode. If a mercurv batterv is put intoa mouth, it causes serious gripes or stomach inflammation. Alrr-avs keepthe bat tery from the reach of smal l chi ldren. When you do not in tend touse the battery for sometime, keep it out of its housing.


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