Just got my first roll of film back and very pleased with the results. I tried to use auto for about half the pictures and used manual settings for the second half and out of a 24 exposure (cheap) roll of film I got 26 pictures back that all turned out as I had wanted. The camera is very easy to use and far lighter than my digital SLR that I have been using for the past 5 years or so. It is simple to use on both auto and manual and has proven (in the first roll at least) that it is able to produce perfect pictures with just a little thought, which is why I went back to film from digital in the first place. There are a ton of lenses available at reasonable prices making it just that much better even though so far all I'm using is the 50mm primary lens with good results. I would recommend this camera for anyone getting back into film, or anyone needing a light camera for travel. The view finder is huge and focusing is easy and fast making it my new go to camera when just wondering around in case a nice shot presents itself to me. This being my first film camera in 10 years or so I wanted something that would give me good results quickly but also would allow me enough adjustment to be able to work on perfect (or at least my version of perfect) composition while providing enough auto features to enable me to snap a picture whenever the urge hit me and the ME Super has achieved that for me. Then what I don't like about it. Hmm. I don't have anything yet. All the controls are easy to reach and adjust as I look through the viewfinder, even the push buttons for the shutter speed that I personally find more convenient than a dial. Yes you guessed it. I love this camera!Read full review
this is a fantastic camera with incredible optics in my opinion. I bought my first me super in 1979 and now another this year. I still have an incredible selection of family photos I took over 30 years ago, and very much looking forward to using it again because it just takes such wonderful rich and aesthetically pleasing photos. I also have a modern dslr which I love, but my heart belongs to this camera. I am so lucky I was able to pick one up on ebay and am giving it to myself as a birthday present this year.
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I bought the Pentax ME Super with 50mm lens to enjoy the vintage charm of an old film camera. I am an enthusiastic amateur and I have a modern film SLR and a digital SLR. The ME Super is a great package. It has a wonderful Auto setting that allows you to manually select your lens' aperture while the camera selects the shutter speed (AV/Aperture Priority setting on today's modern cameras). This setting is largely fool-proof on the ME super and you will get great images. For difficult lighting situations, there is an Exposure Compensation dial to under- or over-expose by two stops on either side. The same dial engages in a different way to select ASA sensitivity (film speed). The camera also has a Manual setting that allows you to set the shutter speed and aperture, but the camera gives you feedback via LEDs on the left-hand side of the viewfinder. There is also an entirely mechanical 1/125s shutter setting, for flash syncs and for when your batteries are dead. The camera also has a timer and a Bulb setting. To properly use the Bulb setting, get yourself a (locking) cable release for your long exposures. There is no flash, no autofocus, and no TV/Shutter Priority mode. The camera is extremely straightforward and easy to use! The only complaint that I have with the camera itself is that it is pretty small and it would benefit a great deal from a grip. I am a woman with average-sized hands and the camera feels too small to me and is slightly difficult to hold on to, especially coming from my larger and generously grippy cameras, like my ZX-L and K-30. However, the functionality of this camera is so pleasant, it is forgivable. I wish that the camera's shutter was entirely mechanical so that batteries would not even be necessary, but there are plenty of other nice old Pentax cameras to fill that niche (MX, KX, K1000 etc), plus the batteries will last forever. As with any old camera, it is a good idea to have the camera cleaned and light seals replaced. If you've got somebody who can calibrate the shutter speeds and light meter, even better. Enjoy Pentax! Enjoy film!Read full review
This is my first film camera, and so far I am loving it. I am happy to say that the camera isn't that large. It isn't as small as a disposable film camera but it is small enough that it is not much of a hinderance to carry around. It doesn't have too many buttons, take that as a positive or negative, I find it nice. Furthermore, there is not a true manual mode, which for me is a little sad but honestly not a big deal at all because I do not know how to calculate the correct exposure with film (I am a digital born shooter). At least I believe there to be no manual mode, only a shutter priority mode, but I could be wrong. The build quality I quite nice, I don't have any complaints so far. This being my first time shooting with film, its a feeling every photographer should try. The exhilaration you get when you ponder whether or not to take a shot is fantastic. It causes you to think carefully about the each shot which I think is a very good practice for every photographer. Also since on my first roll of film I only had 24 ish shots, it forced me to take photos I would previously shy away from. For the first time I took pictures of random people (not being a creep, street photography). I have been petrified for a long time to take pictures of random people, but finally I have done it. I don't have my photos yet, but I am hopping they will yield more interesting and rewarding photos. Now I don't think I would ever shoot with film for an event, or something where I need to hit a certain high level quality. But I would definitely shoot film in instances where I can be experimental, as I think film could yield better results in some instances. Idk, buy a film camera and continue to shoot and master the craft of photography. Read full review
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previous owner definitely took care of this camera. I am so overjoyed to begin my journey with film. took it to get the foam seal replaced, and repair man said everything looked great. besides a little TLC, this camera will be functional for years to come. thank you again - you have made me a very happy photographer :)
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