【Zone-focus system to switch the in-focus area via simple selection of zone marks】From close-ups to long distances, the PENTAX 17’s zone-focus system is divided into six focus zones, indicated by marks that signify each zone The top and bottom covers are made of a solid but lightweight magnesium alloy to optimize the camera body’s rigidity. The PENTAX 17 features the half-size format, in which two 17mm x 24mm pictures are captured in a single 35mm-format frame (36mm x 24mm When positioned in the normal way, it captures vertical-format pictures 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 First New Film Camera in 20 Years Was Just Released. Our Photo Experts Think It's Fascinating. | Reviews by Wirecutter Hands On: Pentax 17 Flm Camera Sezes the Analog Moment | PCMag 【Manual camera operation unique to film cameras】The PENTAX 17 features a manual film winding mechanism based on those incorporated in PENTAX-brand SLR film cameras 【Newly developed Fixed-Focal lens combining time-proven optics and the latest lens coating technology】The PENTAX 17 features a newly developed 25mm F3., 5 Fixed-Focal lens (equivalent to a 37mm lens in the 35mm format A wide selection of ISO film speeds (50, 100, 125, 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600 and 3200) Kodak Fz55 Hands On: Pentax 17 Film Camera Seizes The Analog Moment Kodak Charmera Compatibility with the optional CS-205 Cable Switch, which comes in handy for extended-exposure photography in the Bulb shooting mode
