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If you’re looking for a very small, capable 35 mm film camera consider this Asahi Pentax ME Super. It’s just back from a complete service so the shutter speeds are all accurate, the light meter works fine and everything is in good shape. It comes with a nice Pentax 50 mm f1 .7 lens and a brand new battery cover and the lens cap. It’s priced at $225 so come up down to Photo Retro this weekend or next and check it out.

We hope everyone is having a pleasant weekend. We’ve got two new films at Photo Retro. We have we brought back Kodak Ektar 100, which is known for its high saturation, fine grain and great sharpness. It’s priced at $17 per 36-exposure roll. We also have Harmon Phoenix II, a film produced by the great folks who give us Ilford black-and-white films. It’s moderately-saturated fine grain color film at 200 ISO. It’s priced at $12.50 for a 36-exposure roll. Come on down this weekend and pick up a roll two.

Happy weekend all! Photo Retro has two new films from Lucky Film in China—Color 200 and SHD 100 Black and White with 36 exposures per roll. The color film has nice saturation and sharpness, the black and white features fine grain and nice contrast. The color film is $12 per roll, the black and white is $8 per roll so come on down and check them out.

SOLD! If you’re looking for a big, solid medium format camera you can’t go wrong with this Asahi Pentax 6x7 with 55mm f3.5 lens and metering prism. Tested it with film and the images were sharp and contrasty. The shutter works great, the lens is clean and clear and the meter is accurate. The 55mm lens is equivalent to a 28mm in 35mm format and focuses very closely so it gives you lots of possibilities. This kit is priced at $800 so if you’re interested in it stop by the store and check it out. We’ll also accept online orders, just message us here or at: [email protected].

Happy Saturday film fans. Here’s one of our recent acquisitions the lovely Yashica 635 Twin Lens Reflex. It looks and works great, the lens is clean and clear and the shutter speeds seem spot on. Tested it with some Kodak TMax 400 black and white film and the images were sharp and contrasty. This camera features a 35mm film adapter so you can shoot 35mm film with it. This Yashica 635 also comes with a new neoprene strap, lens cap, leather carrying case and the operator’s manual. It’s priced at $400 so come on down this weekend and check it out. We’ll also accept online orders, so if you want to buy it message us here or at: [email protected]

Happy Photo Friday to all! We just put out some fresh Fomapan black and white film in these cool retro boxes. They’re priced at $7.50 per 36-exposure roll so come on down this weekend and pick up a roll or two. We’re open Friday and Sunday from Noon to 5pm and Saturday from 10-5.

If you’re looking for an inexpensive auto focus and auto exposure camera consider this Pentax ZX-5. It comes with a nice 35-80mm f4-5.6 lens. It’s been film tested and images all look good. It’s priced at $50 so come on down and check it out.

SOLD! If you process your film at home we’ve got a nice Simon Omega stainless steel tank here for you. It comes with both reels but is missing the small cap for the lid. It’s in nice shape and will provide years of service to you. It’s priced at $25.

If you’re looking for a nice point and shoot camera consider this Canon Sure Shot Tele. It’s in great shape and comes with a clear 48-80mm f3.7-7.3 lens. It’s been tested with film and the photos are sharp and properly exposed. It comes with a neck cord, the owner’s manual and a zip-up case. This would be a great travel camera. It’s priced at $50 so come on down and check it out.