Asahi Pentax Pentax ME Super
The Pentax ME Super is a 35mm single-lens reflex film camera introduced by Asahi Optical Co. at the end of the 1970s. It used a manual-and-aperture-priority metering system and was positioned as a compact, enthusiast-level body in Pentax's K-mount line.
Sales data for the ME Super is thin: a single UK auction record from April 2024 saw a body hammer at £94, which gives only a rough indication of what one is worth at saleroom level today rather than a reliable median or range. Auction prices in 2026 remain sensitive to cosmetic condition and whether the shutter is functioning, and these are wholesale hammer figures rather than dealer retail, so working examples typically sell for more in shops than the auction price suggests.
Variants
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| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| black | — | — | 1 | £43 – £43 |
| chrome | — | — | 7 | £12 – £75 |
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: August 2026
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| Aug 2026 | £43 | £43 | 🇬🇧 eBay | black | |
Title: vgc Pentax ME Super 35mm SLR Film Camera with 50mm Lens
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Pentax ME Super 35mm SLR Film Camera with 50mm Lens at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products! |
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| Aug 2026 | £28 | £28 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: Pentax ME Super camera with Soligor Zoom / Macro lens
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The lens seems to be OK with no obvious fungus. Location: Newmarket, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £16 | £16 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: PENTAX ME SUPER SLR 35mm CAMERA BODY
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Winds on smoothly, button presses and shutter works nicely Location: York, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £20 | £20 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: Pentax ME super camera and 50mm lens
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Pentax ME super camera and 50mm lens, used condition not tested and well worn protective covers . Location: Christchurch, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £75 | £75 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: Pentax ME-Super c/w SMC Pentax-M 50mm f1.7 Lens - Top Quality SLR!
Description:
THE SHUTTER FIRES CRISPLY AT ALL SPEEDS. LAUNCHED IN 1979, THIS FEATURES APERTURE PRIORITY AUTOMATIC AND FULL MANUAL EXPOSURE MODES. Location: Rayleigh, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £53 | £53 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: Pentax ME Super 35mm SLR Film camera + Pentax-A 50mm f1.7
Description:
Very old vintage camera Pentax says produced in Japan between 1979/1984 looks like it’s in great condition comes in its own leather case ( bit tatty) selling for over £100 but I know nothing about it and found it while clearing my grandads flat Open to offers Lots of items listed please check them out Location: Malvern, United Kingdom |
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| Aug 2026 | £12 | £12 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: Pentax ME Super Camera Body, Silver Chrome w/ Strap - Good Condition
Description:
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Pentax ME Super 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only at the best online prices at eBay UK! Free delivery for many products! |
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| Aug 2026 | £25 | £25 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 495) Title: A Pentax ME Super SLR Camera
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A Pentax ME Super SLR Camera, shutter working, meter responsive, responsive in auto, self timer working, body F, paint wear/scratches, with SMC-M |
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| Jul 2026 | £58 | £58 | 🇬🇧 eBay | chrome | |
Title: Pentax ME Super Camera Body, Silver Chrome
Description:
All functions operate correctly. The viewing system is clean and clear. There are no scratches or wipe marks on the mirror. The shutter speeds all work fine. Location: Helston, United Kingdom |
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| Sep 2025 | £38 | £30 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 252) Title: A Pentax ME Super 35mm Camera Outfit
Description:
silver, body G, shutter fires but all speeds seem the same, viewfinder LEDs illuminate and respond to control buttons, with a Pentax-A f/2.8 28mm |
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| Apr 2024 | £94 | £75 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 130) Title: A Pentax ME Super 35mm SLR Camera and Lenses
Description:
chrome, 1980-86, serial no.3125104, with a SMC Pentax-M f/1.7 50mm lens, shutter working, VF LEDs light up, metering reacts to light, body G, a few |
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| Oct 2022 | £106 | £85 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 207) Title: A Pentax ME Super SLR Camera
Description:
1980-86, chrome, serial no. 3567048, with a black SMC Pentax-M f/1.7 50mm lens, serial no. 8392782, shutter working on 1/125s, body G, lens G-VG, |
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| Oct 2022 | £56 | £45 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 243) Title: A Pentax ME Super 35mm Camera
Description:
chrome, body G, shutter working, LEDs light up, shutter working in Auto, with SMC Pentax-M f/1.7 50mm lens, optics VG, with maker's ever ready case, (Qty: 1) |
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| Jun 2016 | £70 | £70 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services (archive) | — | |
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Auction: Express Camera, Music & Entertainment Auction Thursday 16th June 2016 at 10:00 (Lot 262) Title: A Pentax ME Super Camera
Description:
A Pentax ME Super Camera, with Pentax-M f/1.4 50mm lens and other accessories (a lot) Estimate: £20 - £30 |
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| Jun 2016 | £40 | £40 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services (archive) | — | |
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Auction: Express Camera, Music & Entertainment Auction Thursday 16th June 2016 at 10:00 (Lot 312) Title: A Pentax ME Super Camera
Description:
A Pentax ME Super Camera, black, with Minox B and more (a lot) Estimate: £30 - £50 |
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| Feb 2004 | £119 | £100 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | — | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT INCLUDING MAGIC LANTERNS (Lot 118) Title: Pentax ME Super no. 2930163
Description:
Pentax ME Super no. 2930163 Estimate: £100 - £150 |
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| Nov -0001 | £100 | — | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 683) Title: A Pentax ME Super SLR 35mm Camera Outfit
Description:
chrome, 1980-86, serial no. 2451273, with an SMC Pentax-M f/1.7 50mm lens, shutter working, body G, lens G, slight dust together with SMC Pentax-M |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Pentax ME Super sell for?
On the limited UK auction evidence available, a body sold for £94 hammer in 2024; expect tested, clean examples to price somewhat higher at dealers than at auction.
What is a Pentax ME Super worth today?
With only one recent UK auction record to reference, the value sits around the £94 mark at saleroom level, though condition and whether the shutter buttons work properly will swing the price either way.
Is the Pentax ME Super a good buy?
It can be, provided the shutter push-pads still respond reliably and the light seals have been replaced; these are the two faults that most often turn a cheap purchase into an expensive repair.