Vintage Pentax camera on a white background
Man riding a bicycle past a closed jewelry store with 'Jewel' displayed on the shutter.
Vintage Pentax camera on a white background
Man riding a bicycle past a closed jewelry store with 'Jewel' displayed on the shutter.

Pentax Espio 160 35mm Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

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1 in stock
By The 35mm Club
$299.95 AUD

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Perfect for:

  • Newcomers to film photography

  • Travel, street shots & everyday memories

  • Easy, go-anywhere 35mm film shooting

Looking for a reliable and flexible 35mm point-and-shoot film camera that’s beginner-friendly but capable enough to grow with you? The Pentax Espio 160 (also sold under the Pentax IQZoom 160) packs a long-reach zoom and automatic controls into a compact, user-friendly body.

✔ All-around zoom range for variety – Featuring a powerful 38–160mm zoom lens, the Espio 160 gives you real versatility for everyday 35mm film photography, from wide street scenes to tighter portraits and distant details, all without swapping lenses.

✔ Simple auto operation – Fully automatic exposure, film loading/advance/rewind, and autofocus mean you can focus on capturing moments, not fiddling with settings. It’s ideal for people who want beautiful 35mm film results without complexity.

✔ Built-in flash & helpful modes – The point-and-shoot design includes a reliable flash with multiple modes (like red-eye reduction), a self-timer for group shots, and even a panorama option for extra creative flexibility.

✔ Compact & travel-ready – Light enough to carry everywhere but solidly built, the Espio 160 fits comfortably in a bag and is ready to document life’s spontaneous moments.

If you’re just starting with 35mm film or want a reliable vintage camera for travel and everyday snapshots, the Pentax Espio 160 delivers strong performance, ease of use, and creative flexibility that makes shooting film fun.

Battery Requirement – Uses 1× CR123A 3V battery (sold separately).

For 'Grade 6 - Fair' Cameras: Minor quirks or functional notes may apply. Please check the ‘Condition & Notes’ section below for full details.

To learn more about our camera grades, please view our Grading Scale.

Grade

Grade: We grade every camera carefully so you can shop with confidence, knowing exactly what you’ll receive. Each one is thoroughly tested to ensure it works as intended, and our grading scale helps you understand the overall condition and any minor imperfections that distinguish it from a like-new example.

  • Grade 10 – Near Perfect: Near-perfect, minimal to no wear, flawless functions, crystal-clear lens.
  • Grade 9 – Excellent: Lightly used, faint scuffs, fully functional, clean lens.
  • Grade 8 – Great: Normal signs of use, minor surface marks, fully functional.
  • Grade 7 – Good: Well-loved with visible wear or small quirks, but everything works as it should.
  • Grade 6 – Fair: Heavier wear and noticeable imperfections. It may also have minor functional quirks or imperfections, but it is fully functional and full of character.

If you’d like more clarity regarding our classifications, please view our grading scale here, or please don't hesitate to reach out to our team — we’re always happy to help!
Usability

Usability: Versatile! The added zoom accommodates all types of photography, such as portrait, landscape and architectural photography. The flash is bright and can be used in low-light settings.

Beginner Friendly?: Yes!
Sample Photos

Sample Photo: Click here to see example photos by talented photographers using this exact camera model!
Shipping & Returns

Free Shipping: Free Shipping on orders over $100! Please select ‘Free Shipping’ at checkout.

Easy Returns: Is your product not in working order? If your camera is found to be faulty, it’s backed by our 30-day warranty. As these are vintage film cameras, we encourage customers to test their cameras early. Visit our Return Policy for full details on how to request a claim.

Please note: International customers are responsible for the cost of return shipping on all returns, and for ensuring the parcel reaches us safely. Please consider a registered/insured service.

Product Specifications
  • Dimensions: 127.5mm x 73mm x 71mm
  • Weight: 340g without the battery
  • Lens: 38-160mm f/4.5-12 Pentax Zoom Lens (11 elements in 7 groups)
  • Autofocus.
  • Auto-exposure.
  • Auto-flash.
  • Auto-winding
  • Power: 3v Lithium CR123A (1x)
Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Example photos are used to highlight what each film camera looks like. Cosmetic conditions may vary from what is shown above depending on which grade you purchase. Please refer to our 'Condition' dropdown box or our 'Grading Scale' page for more clarity on the overall condition of each film camera. An example sample photo is used to highlight the type of photography this camera can produce. PHOTOGRAPHER: angelobrandesphoto

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