Pentax Espio 120SW II Film Camera on a white background
Pentax Espio 120SW II Film Camera on a white background

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

Grade & Condition:
By The 35mm Club
$299.95 AUD

Perfect for:

  • First-time film photographers

  • Travel, street & everyday moments

  • Easy, point-and-shoot 35mm shooting

Looking for a compact 35mm film camera that gives you more creative range without the complexity? The Pentax Espio 120SW II (also known as the Pentax IQZoom 120SW II) is a versatile vintage camera designed to handle everything from wide landscapes to zoomed-in details, all with point-and-shoot simplicity.

✔ Ultra-Wide to Zoom Flexibility (28–120mm Lens) –  One of the standout features of this 35mm camera is its impressive 28–120mm Pentax zoom lens (f/5.6–12.8). The wide 28mm setting is perfect for landscapes, group shots, and travel photography, while the 120mm zoom lets you capture distant subjects with ease, giving you more creative control than most compact film cameras.

✔ Slim, Pocketable & Built for Travel – Despite its powerful zoom range, the Espio 120 SW II keeps a sleek and lightweight profile (approx. 190g without battery). It’s easy to carry daily, making it an ideal 35mm film camera for trips, nights out, or spontaneous shooting.

✔ Fully Automatic for Effortless Shooting – This point-and-shoot film camera handles everything for you, from autofocus, exposure, film loading, and rewinding. If you're brand new to 35mm film or just want a no-stress shooting experience, it delivers consistent results without the guesswork.

✔ Built-In Flash & Smart Shooting Modes – Equipped with an automatic flash (including red-eye reduction and fill modes), the camera adapts easily to different lighting conditions. From low-light environments to bright outdoor scenes, you’ll get balanced exposures with minimal effort.

✔ Solid Build with Premium Feel – Designed with a lightweight aluminium body, the Espio 120 SW II feels noticeably sturdier in hand than many compact 35mm cameras, giving you confidence while shooting on the go.

If you want a reliable, easy-to-use 35mm film camera with a bit more range than the average point-and-shoot, the Pentax Espio 120 SW II is a strong choice. It blends portability, versatility, and classic vintage-camera appeal, making it ideal for anyone getting into film cameras or upgrading their everyday shooter.

Battery Requirement – Uses 1× CR2 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 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.

Product Specifications
  • Dimensions: 111mm x 59.5mm x 41mm
  • Weight: 190g without the battery
  • Lens: 28-120mm, f/5.6 - 12.8 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: mabsii

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