Very beautiful pentax espio 738s - 35mm autofocus zoom film camera

4 The Pentax Espio 738S, also sold as the Pentax IQZoom 738S in some markets, is a compact 35mm point-and-shoot camera from the late 1990s. It is an excellent everyday film camera, offering a practical zoom range, easy automatic operation and the dependable design Pentax compact cameras are known for. One of its strongest features is the Pentax 38–70mm zoom lens. This is a very useful focal range for general photography: 38mm is ideal for street scenes, travel, landscapes and everyday snapshots, while 70mm works very well for portraits and more distant subjects. The more moderate zoom range also keeps the camera simple and practical compared with longer super-zoom compacts. Easy Point-and-Shoot Operation The Espio 738S is designed to make film photography simple and effortless. It offers: - Autofocus - Automatic exposure - Automatic DX film-speed reading - Motorized film loading - Automatic film advance - Automatic rewind - Built-in electronic flash - Zoom viewfinder - Diopter adjustment for comfortable viewing - Compact and lightweight body The autofocus system makes the camera very easy to use: simply frame the photograph, half-press to focus and take the shot. Condition & Testing This particular example is in beautiful overall condition, both cosmetically and optically. The exterior is very clean and well preserved for its age, while the lens and optics are also in excellent condition. The camera has been fully tested and works perfectly. The autofocus, zoom mechanism, shutter, flash, film transport system and controls have all been checked and operate correctly. Battery The Pentax Espio 738S uses 1x CR123A lithium battery. Battery is not included. Overall, this is a very attractive and fully functional Pentax Espio 738S, offering a particularly useful 38–70mm zoom range, simple automatic operation and the quality associated with Pentax compact film cameras. A great choice for both beginners and experienced film photographers looking for a reliable, compact camera that is easy to carry and ready for everyday shooting.