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Manufacturer description #1

TYPE: TTL auto-focus, multi-exposure-mode, fully automatic 35mm SLR with built-in RTF (Retractable TTL Auto Flash)

FILM: 35mm perforated cartridge film

FORMAT: 24mm x 36mm

LENS: SMC Pentax-F. (K- and K_A- mount lenses with maximum aperture of f/5.6 or larger usable in Focus Indication system)

LENS MOUNT: Pentax K_AF mount with auto-focus coupler and lens/focus information contacts. (Compatible with K and K_A mounts)

FOCUSING SYSTEM: Pentax TTL phase-matching auto-focus system. Usable illumination range: EV 2 to EV 18 (at ISO 100). Focusing modes: (1) AF Single (with focus-lock device) and (2) Manual. Focusing response: approx. 0.3 sec. (from infinity to minimum focusing distance using SMC Pentax-F 35mm-70mm f/3.5-f/4.5 lens). AF assisting system: AF spotbeam projector of RTF for automatic beam casting under low-light conditions with effective range of 1m to 4m

EXPOSURE CONTROL: Light metering: TTL center-weighted PROCES (Progressive Contrast-compensation Exposure System) with automatic exposure compensation depending on brightness difference between two divided sections in viewfinder field. Metering range: EV 1 to EV 19 (ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens). Exposure modes: (1) Programmed AE, (2) Shutter-Priority AE, (3) Aperture-Priority AE, (4) Metered Manual, (5) Bulb, (6) TTL Auto Flash, and (7) Programmed Auto Flash. Exposure compensation: automatic compensation by contrast variation or via exposure-memory-lock button

SHUTTER: Electronically controlled vertical-run focal-plane shutter. Shutter speeds: (1) Auto 1/2000-30 sec., (2) Manual 1/2000-1 sec. (3) Bulb

VIEWFINDER: Pentaprism finder. Field of view: 92%. Magnification: 0.82X (with 50mm f/1.4 lens at infinity). -1 diopter eyepiece. Aspheric-Micro-Matte focusing screen. LED indications: In-focus, Programmed AE, Aperture-Priority AE, Shutter-Priority AE, Metered Manual, shutter speed, low-light warning/flash readiness, flash-exposure confirmation with dedicated flash unit and memory-lock warning

EXTERNAL LCD INFORMATION: Focus mode, exposure mode, shutter speed, RTF recommendation (low-light warning), recharge completion, successful discharge, illumination-angle warning, exposure counter, film winder mode, film loading/winding/rewinding, film loading error, self-timer, low battery warning and aperture-ring/select dial instructions

MIRROR: Swing-up-type instant-return mirror with AF secondary mirror

BUILT-IN FLASH: RTF (Retractable TTL Auto Flash) with AF spotbeam projector. Guide number: 12 (at ISO 100/m). Illumination angle: coverage for angle of view of lenses with focal lengths of 35mm or longer. Recycling time: approx. 4 sec. with fresh lithium battery

FLASH SYNCHRONIZATION: With built-in RTF or via accessory hotshoe. Sync speed: 1/100 sec. set automatically with RTF or dedicated auto flash upon full charge. Automatic flash-exposure adjustment by built-in RTF, AF400FTZ and AF240FT according to lighting conditions (1/60 sec. to 1/100 sec. and f/2.8 to f/11 at ISO 100 with automatic determination of discharge). TTL Auto Flash mode possible with Pentax dedicated flash units (AF400FTZ, AF240FT, AF400T, AF280T,AF200T and AF080C).

FILM ADVANCE & REWIND: Automatic winding/rewinding and automatic rewind stop by built-in film winder. Advance modes: (1) single frame and (2) consecutive (at approx. 2 frames/sec)

FILM SPEED SETTING: Automatic with DX-coded film from ISO 25 to 5000. (Fixed setting at ISO 100 with non-DX-coded film)

SELF-TIMER: Electronically controlled type with delay time of approx. 12 sec. Operation confirmation by LED indicator, PCV beep tone and LCD panel

POWER SOURCE: One 6V lithium battery (2CR5). Battery life: approx. 100 rolls of 24 exposure film without flash; approx. 30 rolls of 24-exposure film with flash used for 50% of shooting

Manufacturer description #2

The photos you have admired most were probably taken with an SLR. But maybe you didn't admire the time-consuming decisions needed - until now - to get outstanding results.

Pentax sees things your way. That's why Pentax now presents the new SF7: a unique autofocus SLR that communicates with you to achieve outstanding pictures.

No more puzzles.

In the big LCD ACCES (Advanced Communication & Command Enhancing System) panel you see an outline of the camera itself. You see if the film is loaded. You see the number of pictures taken. And a pointer guides you to what you should do next.

You see the future because you always know exactly what your camera is set to do. You see the way because you are guided to change the setting with pointers and instantly identifiable indicators.

Here's how you see the way.

Press the mode button with the lens ring set to "A" (auto), and a pointer guides you to choose the auto Program or auto Shutter-Priority mode. Select Program (PROG) for the best automatic combination of shutter speed and lens opening. A new dual-zone metering system assures accurate exposures even with complex back-lighting - compensation is fully automatic. You will also be guided if you select Aperture-Priority, Manual or Bulb exposure mode.

Your choice is clearly shown in the large LCD ACCES panel.

Press the drive button, and a pointer will guide you to single-shot or consecutive shooting. Pictographs display your choice. Normally, you would want Pentax's swift autofocus system but you can select manual focusing for special conditions. A flashing bolt tells you when to activate the RTF (retractable TTL flash).

Everything you've always wanted to know is right before your eyes. And you are clearly guided to the settings that will lead to the high quality pictures you've always longed to take.

Pentax's built-in RTF does more than extend your shooting capabilities at night. Of course, you will never forget your flash because it's always right there with you. The LCD ACCES panel will flash a bolt to indicate that flash should be used. After the retractable flash pops up, a high-tech program is activated for accurately calculating the intensity and distance of the flash.

New creativity in a flash.

Pentax's flash program is so sophisticated that it lets you use flash in daylight for professional-type creative effects. Daylight sync flash does wonders for a subject in shade. And with slow shutter speed sync, you can shoot sunsets and yet have your favorite friend in the foreground perfectly exposed. Everyone will be amazed at your new photographic capabilities.

24-hour autofocus.

Pentax's state-of-the-art autofocus system is fast and precise. Even under low light, the SP7 will lock in on your subject. For ultra close-ups with macroshooting, Pentax's autofocus remains by your side. And when it's pitch dark, a special beam shoots out to assure perfectly focused pictures in the dark.

Should you wish to position your subject way off-center for unusual composition, Pentax's focus lock still delivers on-target sharp focus. On-center, off-center, mountain peak or flower petal, bright light, low light or no light - Pentax captures your target.

See the light with Pentax's illuminating technology.

More choices. More lenses.

What's remarkable about the compact SF7 is that simplicity is combined with unusually flexible choices to meet the most demanding creative criteria.

Choices of exposure modes: Program, Shutter-Priority, Aperture-Priority, Manual, and Bulb modes. Choices of focus: autofocus or manual. Choices of drive: single shot or consecutive. Choices of lenses: Pentax's world famous autofocus lenses span the photographic spectrum from 24mm ultra-wide angle to 600mm super telephoto. And you can use any Pentax K_A-mount lens to its full capability with the SF7.

The new Aspheric-Micro-Matte viewfinder screen creates a bright image for easier composition. Electronic focal-plane shutter speed range is from 1/2000th to 30 seconds. There's a self-timer with a bright LED that lets you see it's on. You can fit an accessory flash in the hotshoe for extraordinary double-flash effects. The SF7 loads, advances, and winds your film automatically. And sets DX-coded film speed automatically. So by holding the ergonomic and smartly styled SF7 comfortably in your hand, you can take superb pictures easier that ever before.

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