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Pentax Program Plus1984
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- Pentax K
- Years
- 1984–1989
- Weight
- 445 g
- Shutter
- 1/15s – 1/1000s
- Meter
- center-weighted
The Pentax Program Plus (1984–1989) — sold as the P30 in many markets and the A3000 in others — is a polycarbonate-bodied 35mm SLR positioned between Pentax's ME-series compact bodies and the more capable Super Program (Program A). It targets photographers who wanted flexible exposure control beyond simple program AE without paying for a full manual-first body.
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Before you buy used
- **Shutter** — electronic; no mechanical fallback. Test all speeds, especially 1/15s (may stick if lubricant dried).
- **Battery contacts** — AA compartment contacts corrode; clean with contact cleaner.
- **Meter accuracy** — compare against a known reference; center-weighted meters can drift.
- **Viewfinder screen** — original split/microprism screen is replaceable with Pentax or third-party alternatives.
- **Cosmetics** — polycarbonate body ages well; leatherette may peel but is easily re-covered.
- Prices are very low ($20–60); excellent K-mount entry point.
About this camera
Pentax's mid-1980s consumer SLR that delivered program AE, aperture priority, and full manual control in a lightweight K-mount body — a practical all-rounder for the photographer who wanted options without the bulk or cost of the Super Program.
Key Specs
Frequently asked questions
- What film does the Pentax Program Plus use?
- The Pentax Program Plus shoots 35mm film.
- What battery does the Pentax Program Plus take?
- The Pentax Program Plus uses a AA x2 battery.
- What lens mount does the Pentax Program Plus have?
- The Pentax Program Plus uses the Pentax K mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Pentax Program Plus offer?
- The Pentax Program Plus's shutter speeds range from 1/15s to 1/1000s.
- What light meter does the Pentax Program Plus use?
- The Pentax Program Plus meters with center-weighted.