Asahi Pentax A3 Date S
The Asahi Pentax A3 Date S is a 35mm SLR with a date-imprint function, sold under Pentax's A-series line. It sits in the consumer-oriented end of the manufacturer's autofocus-era lineup rather than the professional tier.
Sales data for the A3 Date S is thin: a single UK auction hammer result of £50 from 2022 is the only reference point, so any current 'worth' figure today is indicative rather than firm. At saleroom level this places it in the budget tier of 35mm SLRs, where wholesale hammer prices exclude both buyer's and seller's commission and clean, working examples typically command the upper end of whatever range emerges.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Mar 2022 | £50 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors sale (Lot 664) Title: A Penax A3 Date S SLR Camera
Description:
black, with Pentax-A f/1/7 50mm lens, body, VG, untested, lens, VG, complete with Pentax-A f/2.8 28mm lens, body, VG, elements, G-VG |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Asahi Pentax A3 Date S worth?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, the A3 Date S has sold for around £50 at hammer, though with only one data point the true market value could be higher or lower depending on condition.
How much does a Pentax A3 Date S sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK hammer price is £50; that figure is the wholesale saleroom level and excludes buyer's premium, so the retail price from a dealer would typically be higher.
Is the Pentax A3 Date S a good buy?
For a user-grade 35mm SLR with date-imprint capability the price point is low, but verify the electronics, meter and date function before buying as service options are limited.