--- product_id: 662130881 title: "17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format" brand: "pentax" price: "$1629.33" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/662130881-17-35mm-film-camera-half-frame-format store_origin: EC region: Ecuador --- # Built-in flash - capture every moment, day or night 6-zone manual focus - precision at your fingertips 72 shots per roll - double the memories 17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format **Brand:** pentax **Price:** $1629.33 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎞️ Capture twice the moments, own the timeless vibe. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format by pentax - **How much does it cost?** $1629.33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/662130881-17-35mm-film-camera-half-frame-format) ## 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 - • **Crystal Clear Shots:** 25mm F3.5 HD-coated lens ensures vibrant, high-definition images every time. - • **Classic Meets Durable:** Solid magnesium alloy body combines vintage charm with lightweight resilience. - • **Focus with Confidence:** Six-zone manual focus system empowers you to nail sharp shots from near to far. - • **Double Your Creativity:** Half-frame format lets you shoot 72 vertical images per roll—more shots, more stories. - • **Authentic Film Experience:** Manual film-winding lever delivers tactile satisfaction and full creative control. ## Overview The PENTAX 17 is a half-frame 35mm film camera designed for creative professionals and film enthusiasts alike. Featuring a durable magnesium alloy body, a precise six-zone manual focus system, and a high-definition 25mm F3.5 lens, it captures up to 72 vertical images per roll. Its built-in flash and manual film-winding mechanism offer authentic analog control, making it perfect for those who crave a hands-on, vintage photography experience with modern reliability. ## 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 - Half-Frame Format: 35mm compact film camera capturing two 17mm x 24mm images within a single 35mm film exposure (2x more pictures per roll) - Retro-Inspired Design: Top and bottom covers made of solid, lightweight magnesium alloy for durability and classic aesthetics - Zone-Focus System: 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: Features a film advance lever to recreate the feel of a traditional film camera. The lever is designed for optimal finger hold to improve the feel of the film-winding action after each shutter release - High-Quality Lens: Features a 25mm F3.5 lens (equivalent to a 37mm lens in the 35mm format). This lens is treated with HD (High Definition) coating to optimize the image quality of half-size pictures - Vertical Half-Frame Orientation: Captures up to 72 images per roll with a vertical orientation, allowing for extended shooting sessions and creative composition possibilities ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0D7C449ZB | | Best Sellers Rank | #33,485 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #38 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 (70) 4.4 out of 5 stars | | 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 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Shooting Modes | Automatic | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 027075310087 | | 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 ![17 35mm Film Camera, Half-Frame Format - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/816xj5iZj3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Camera *by on Reviewed in the United States August 20, 2025* This camera is great, I have enjoyed its performance and how casual the experience using it, is. All the while it gives you a lot of creative control and functionality. I would describe this camera as a semiautomatic point and shoot plus, it has auto controls but lets you take the wheel for certain aspects unlike a regular point and shoot. I would definitely say that this camera is for a more casual and fun photography experience and is perfect for hobbyists that love film, want to shoot more of it, and save some money with half frame. And best of all this is a new camera!! No dealing with old cameras that fail after a year (or less) of use and spending a lot of money on repairs (if you are lucky to find anyone who repairs camera models up to 60 years old) to maybe get another year out of it. New means reliable and easily repairable if it ever comes to that (I speak from personal experience with the Olympus Pen F a older half frame camera). Now a lot of people look at the price and think it is too high and yes $500 is quite costly but also this isn’t anything too crazy for a NEW film camera. For example the Olympus Pen EE (an older half frame camera) adjusted for inflation costed around $1000 when first released and this Pentax 17 can do way way more than the Olympus Pen EE. The build quality is lightweight on this camera but I can see that it is well made despite the fact and I appreciate how light it is after the initial reaction. The shutter is a little quiet but after my initial reaction I think it makes the camera great for candid shots, after reading that they wanted to shutter sound to also be naturally mechanical I have come to appreciate it. Besides that I don’t have any issues with this camera but it is important to know that EVERY camera will have it’s pros and cons. And the next biggest thing about this camera is that it is a modern film camera, this is quite exciting! Film is not dead and when you buy this camera you help keep film alive by telling manufacturers that we want film cameras still. I’d say that if you are getting started with film photography or you are already doing film photography but want a good intro/more casual photography experience this is good choice. I already have a Canon AE-1 Program and I knew I wanted a half frame camera that was more casual and so I could take more photos and this was right up my alley. If you want to get into film but you don’t care about half frame I would recommend getting a full frame SLR and you will get wayyyy more creative controls. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The most perfect camera on the market today. *by on Reviewed in the United States November 6, 2025* I finally had my first film developed. And the results are incredible. Besides the fact that this camera is so much fun to shoot with. Besides the fact that this camera brought back my love for photography that I lost from shooting countless events.The quality of photos is incredible.I highly recommend this camera for anyone who is looking for a simple, fun camera to bring them joy of everyday shooting.The camera is super simple to use. It’s light. It will easily become your most favorite camera in your collection. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice but overpriced *by on Reviewed in the United States June 10, 2026* Great camera that is Pentax quality, though it is twice as expensive as any other comparable point-and-shoot. Lens is fixed (not interchangeable) which is also night in line at the $500+ price point. The focus ring is zone-based, which can be a learning curve. ## Frequently Bought Together - Pentax 17 35mm Film Camera That captures up to 72 Images per roll with a Vertical (Half Frame) Orientation, Perfect for Social Media. - Kodak Ultramax 400 Color Print Film 36 Exp. 35mm DX 400 135-36 (108 Pics) (Pack of 3), Basic - Kodak Ultramax 400 35mm Film 3 Pack & Kodak Gold 200 35mm Film 3 Pack Bundle (6 Total Rolls) 36exp for 35mm Film Camera 35mm - Kodak Film- Balveli Microfiber Cloth - 35 mm Film roll- Camera Film- --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ec/products/662130881-17-35mm-film-camera-half-frame-format](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/662130881-17-35mm-film-camera-half-frame-format) --- *Product available on Desertcart Ecuador* *Store origin: EC* *Last updated: 2026-08-23*