Asahi Pentax ES Operating Manual Excerpts
Reproduced for Historical and Reference Purposes by Paul M. Provencher
http://whitemetal.com Not For Resale.
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Film Rewind
Rapid rewind crank. Film rewind button on base of
camera body releases film from take-up spool for
rewind.
Film Exposure Counter
Automatic re-set type.
Cocked Indicator
A red disk appears in a small window alongside the
shutter release button when the shutter is cocked,
and blacks out when it is released.
Lens Mount
42mm thread (Pentax-mount).
Flash Synchronization
FP + X contacts for conventional flash cord
connection. X contact on hot shoe for convenient
cordless flash connection.
Exposure Meter
CdS-activated TTL meter for open-diaphragm and
stop-down reading. Light measurement range: EV1
- 18 with ASA 100 film. ASA speed scale: 20 -
1600.
Exposure Factor Control Dial
1x for normal exposure. 2x, 4x, 1/2x for
intentional over- or under-exposure.
Battery
6V silver battery (Eveready #544).
Film Type Indicator
* (black & white), * (color daylight), * (color
tungsten) and EMP. (empty).
Dimension
Width 143mm (5.6") x height 98mm (3.86") x
thickness 91mm (3.6").
Weight
940 gr. (2 lb. 1 oz.)
