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Pentax Super Program1983
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- Pentax K (KA)
- Years
- 1983–1987
- Weight
- 490 g
- Shutter
- 15s – 1/2000s
- Meter
- ttl-center-weighted-spd
The Pentax Super Program (1983, sold as **Super A** in Europe) is Pentax's first SLR with **full PASM** (program / aperture priority / shutter priority / manual). Requires the new **KA mount lenses** for shutter-priority and program modes (the camera commands aperture electronically). KA = Pentax K with electronic aperture-coupling contacts. Older K-mount lenses still work but lose program/shutter-priority modes — they default to aperture priority or manual.
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Before you buy used
- **Foam mirror bumper** — disintegrates.
- **Light seals** — replace.
- **Battery contacts** corrode.
- **Self-timer** — exercise.
- **Sticky shutter** — common after disuse.
- Service: Eric Hendrickson, independent shops.
About this camera
Pentax's first PASM body. K-mount with new KA aperture coupling, full programmed mode plus shutter priority.
Key Specs
Frequently asked questions
- What film does the Pentax Super Program use?
- The Pentax Super Program shoots 35mm film.
- What battery does the Pentax Super Program take?
- The Pentax Super Program uses a 2x SR44 / LR44 battery.
- What lens mount does the Pentax Super Program have?
- The Pentax Super Program uses the Pentax K (KA) mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Pentax Super Program offer?
- The Pentax Super Program's shutter speeds range from 15s to 1/2000s.
- What light meter does the Pentax Super Program use?
- The Pentax Super Program meters with ttl-center-weighted-spd.