Asahi Pentax Pentax ME F
The Pentax ME F is a 35mm single-lens reflex camera from Asahi Optical's compact ME series, introduced in the early 1980s. It was positioned as a development of the ME line incorporating an autofocus capability when paired with a dedicated SMC Pentax AF zoom lens, while retaining manual-focus operation with standard K-mount optics.
UK auction data for the ME F is thin, with a single recorded hammer result at £75 — and as this reflects a wholesale saleroom price rather than a retail asking figure, it should be read as indicative rather than a firm market value. Buyers asking what a Pentax ME F is worth in 2026 should expect modest sums today, with condition, working electronics and the presence of the original AF zoom lens being the main factors that move price.
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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| Nov -0001 | £75 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 680) Title: An Asahi Pentax ME F SLR Camera
Description:
chrome with Pentax AF Zoom f/2.8 35-70mm lens, body, VG, shutter working, lens, VG, some internal dust, AF not tested |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Pentax ME F worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, a Pentax ME F sells for around £75 at hammer, though clean examples with the original AF zoom lens can command more.
How much does a Pentax ME F sell for at auction?
Recorded UK hammer prices sit near £75, but with only a single data point this should be treated as a rough guide to value rather than a firm market price.
Is the Pentax ME F autofocus?
The ME F offers autofocus only when used with its dedicated SMC Pentax AF zoom lens; with other K-mount lenses it operates as a manual-focus SLR with focus-confirmation indication.