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product_id: 662130881
title: "17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format | Captures up to 72 Images per roll , Vertical (Half Frame) Orientation, 25mm F/3.5 Lens, Manual Advance, Built-in Flash"
brand: "pentax"
price: "R18382"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
category: "Pentax"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/662130881-17-35mm-film-camera-half-frame-format-captures-up-to
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 6-zone manual focus - precision control 72 shots per roll - double the memories Magnesium alloy body - lightweight durability 17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format | Captures up to 72 Images per roll , Vertical (Half Frame) Orientation, 25mm F/3.5 Lens, Manual Advance, Built-in Flash

**Brand:** pentax
**Price:** R18382
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎞️ Capture Twice, Share Instantly – The Film Camera for the Bold & Creative

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format | Captures up to 72 Images per roll , Vertical (Half Frame) Orientation, 25mm F/3.5 Lens, Manual Advance, Built-in Flash by pentax
- **How much does it cost?** R18382 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- pentax enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pentax brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Retro Meets Modern:** Solid magnesium alloy body combines vintage charm with featherlight portability for all-day shooting.
- • **Crystal Clear Imagery:** 25mm F3.5 HD-coated lens ensures stunningly sharp, high-definition photos that stand out in any feed.
- • **Double Your Creativity:** Capture twice the images per roll with unique vertical half-frame shots perfect for social media storytelling.
- • **Authentic Film Experience:** Manual film-winding lever delivers satisfying tactile feedback, reconnecting you with classic photography rituals.
- • **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Six-zone manual focus system lets you effortlessly nail sharp shots from close-ups to landscapes.

## Overview

The Pentax 17 is a compact 35mm film camera designed for creative professionals and enthusiasts alike, offering a unique vertical half-frame format that doubles your shots per roll to 72. Featuring a lightweight yet durable magnesium alloy body, a precise six-zone manual focus system, and a high-definition coated 25mm lens, it blends retro aesthetics with modern image quality. Its manual film-winding lever enhances the authentic analog experience, making it perfect for those who crave both nostalgia and standout social media content.

## Description

The PENTAX 17 was developed using a vast amount of knowhow and technology which RICOH IMAGING/PENTAX had accumulated over the years, with experts and younger engineers working closely together. The camera was designed to allow photographers to express their originality and creativity by leaving some room for manual operation, rather than making it a fully automatic camera. The PENTAX 17 lets photographers fully enjoy the world of film cameras — the origin of photography. It is an ideal model not only for film camera enthusiasts who have enjoyed film photography for years, but also for young photographers who are excited about trying film photography for the first time.

## Features

- 35mm compact film camera capturing two 17mm x 24mm images within a single 35mm format ( 2x more pictures per roll)
- Retro-inspired design with top and bottom covers made of solid, lightweight magnesium alloy
- From close ranges to long distances, the zone-focus system is divided into six zones.. Set the camera’s focus by simply selecting the mark best suited for the distance to your subject.
- Manual film-winding mechanism featuring a film advance lever, to recreate the feel of a traditional film camera. To improve the feel of the film-winding action after each shutter release, this lever is designed for optimal finger hold.
- Features a 25mm F3.5 lens (equivalent to a 37mm lens in the 35mm format). This lens is treated with HD (High Definition) coating – highly acclaimed through its application on PENTAX SLR lenses – to optimize the image quality of half-size pictures.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0D7C449ZB |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,368 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #44 in Single-Use Film Cameras |
| Brand | Pentax |
| Built-In Media | Camera Body & Accessories |
| Color | Dark Silver |
| Compatible Camera Film Format Type | 35mm |
| Compatible Devices | Camera |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (64) |
| Exposure Control | Automatic |
| Features | Lightweight |
| File Format | 35mm film |
| Film Color Type | Color, Black and white |
| Film Format | 35mm |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00027075310087 |
| ISO Range | ISO 50 to 3200 |
| Item Dimensions | 7.68 x 5.39 x 4.09 inches |
| Item Type Name | Point & shoot film cameras. |
| Item Weight | 1.4 Pounds |
| Light Sensitivity | ISO 50-3200 |
| Manufacturer | Ricoh Imaging |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 18928-RIM |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/2000s seconds |
| Media Type | PhysicalMedia |
| Model Name | PENTAX 17 |
| Model Number | 18928-RIM |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic |
| UPC | 027075310087 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Viewfinder | Optical viewfinder |
| Warranty Description | 1 year warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pentax
- **Compatible Devices:** Camera
- **Film Color:** Color, Black and white
- **Film Format Type:** 35mm
- **Included Components:** Camera Body & Accessories
- **Item Weight:** 1.4 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.68 x 5.39 x 4.09 inches
- **Max Shutter Speed:** 1/2000s seconds
- **Model Name:** PENTAX 17
- **Special Feature:** Lightweight

## Images

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*Last updated: 2026-08-06*