Pentax Espio 120 35mm Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

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By The 35mm Club
$239.95 AUD

Perfect for:

  • First time film shooters looking to dive into the 35mm world

  • Travelers or everyday shooters who want a compact 35mm camera with a zoom in a pocketable body

  • Daily snapshots, street photography, casual portraits and film‑charm photography

Capture the look and feel of real film with a camera that works just like a modern point‑and‑shoot — but with all the charm of 35mm film. The Espio 120 is part of the trusted Pentax Espio/IQZoom series, offering a big zoom range, automatic operation and user‑friendly features that make it ideal for beginners or those stepping into film photography.

✔ Compact & travel friendly – Designed with usability in mind, the Espio 120 slips easily into a bag or jacket pocket for everyday carry. Measuring 125 ×70 x 55mm  and weighing 290g without battery, it’s light enough to carry on your adventures.

✔ Versatile Pentax zoom lens – The Pentax zoom lens ranges from 38 – 120mm at f/4–8.8, giving you wide-angle options for street, everyday, and travel shots, plus telephoto flexibility for portraits or tighter compositions.

✔ Fully automatic operation & helpful aids – Load your 35mm film and let the camera handle exposure, auto-advance, and rewind. It also features autofocus, self-timer, built-in flash (with red-eye reduction or fill options), and even panorama mode in some versions.

For newcomers to film or those with some photography experience looking to explore 35mm film, the Pentax Espio 120 is a dependable, stylish, and fun choice. Embrace the charm of film photography, get creative with its zoom lens, and enjoy capturing memories in true retro style.

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

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Easy Returns: Is your product not in working order? This product is backed by our 30-day warranty and is eligible to be returned. We’ve made it easy, visit our Return Policy to view our guide on how to request a return for an item.
Product Specifications
  • Dimensions: 125mm x 70mm x 55mm
  • Weight: 290g without the battery
  • Lens: 38-120mm f/4-8.8 Pentax Zoom Lens (9 elements in 7 groups)
  • Autofocus.
  • Auto-exposure, with a shutter speed range of 1/5 to 1/400.
  • Auto-flash.
  • 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: a_ross

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