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About this camera

A timeless companion for everyday film.

Perfect for: Beginner 35mm film shooters Travel lovers and everyday snapshot takers Fans of compact, early 2000s vintage cameras who want automatic simplicity and stylish flair. Launched around 2001, the Pentax Espio 105SW is a compact, fully‑automatic 35mm point‑and‑shoot that lets you enjoy film without fuss. It delivers a versatile...

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Why you’ll love it

Effortless shootingSimple point-and-shoot operation.
Everyday readyCompact enough for travel and daily carry.
Classic resultsNatural 35mm colour, grain and character.

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Make it ready to shoot.

Add film or accessories in one step so your camera arrives ready for your first roll.

Condition & testing

Checked before it ships.

Every camera is inspected before it leaves us. We check lens clarity, flash, shutter response, film advance and battery compartment condition.

  • Shutter & film advance tested
  • Lens checked
  • Flash tested where applicable
  • Securely packed
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Tutorials & guides

New to film? Start here.

More information

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Description

Perfect for:

  • Beginner 35mm film shooters

  • Travel lovers and everyday snapshot takers

  • Fans of compact, early 2000s vintage cameras who want automatic simplicity and stylish flair.

Launched around 2001, the Pentax Espio 105SW is a compact, fully‑automatic 35mm point‑and‑shoot that lets you enjoy film without fuss. It delivers a versatile zoom lens, reliable autofocus and fully automatic exposure in a sleek, pocket‑friendly body — ideal if you’re just starting with film or want a dependable grab‑and‑go vintage camera.


✔ Compact & lightweight – The Espio 105SW features a slim body measuring approximately 111×59.5×41mm and weighs around 190g (without battery) making it easy to carry, whether you’re travelling, on the street or capturing everyday moments.

✔ Versatile 28–105mm zoom lens – This wide-to-tele focal length lens allows you to cover everything from sweeping landscapes, street scenes and tighter portraits without needing to swap lenses. Great for everyday 35mm film shooting.

✔ Easy autofocus & point-and-shoot simplicity – With a five‑point autofocus system locking from just 0.5 m to infinity, and fully automatic film loading, advance and rewind, you don’t need deep technical skills — just simply point, shoot and enjoy!

✔ Practical features for real life – Built-in flash with auto/fill/red-eye reduction, self-timer, and panorama mode make the Espio 105SW a flexible option for first timers to film cameras.


Whether you’re trying your first roll of 35mm film or adding a stylish, reliable vintage camera to your kit, the Espio 105SW blends simplicity, useful features and compact design — a friendly choice for film‑cameras fans and beginners alike.

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

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 Photos: 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.

Customer Support

Customer Support: Free express shipping Australia-wide is available on eligible orders.

Every camera is checked, cleaned and securely packed before it leaves us, so it arrives safely and ready for your next roll.

Need help after your camera arrives? We can assist with choosing film, loading your camera, understanding condition grades and basic camera use.

30-day returns are available in line with our return policy.

Product Specifications
  • Dimensions: 111mm x 59.5mm x 41mm
  • Weight: 190g without the battery
  • Lens: 28-105mm, f/5.6 - 11.5 Pentax Zoom Lens (6 elements in 5 groups)
  • Autofocus
  • Auto-exposure, with shutter speeds of 1/360 - 2s.
  • Auto-flash.
  • Weatherproof
  • Power: 3v Lithium CR2 (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: hemera