Yes the F was the last Spotmatic model. It was the direct ancestor of
the KM and K1000 cameras and many parts are interchangeable, at least in
early K1000's. It will work fine with 1.5 volt batteries.
Markus Maurer wrote:
Hi P.J.
your answer leads to the following question:
Is the F a "later model" or how do I see if a Spotmatic can handle 1.5 volt
batteries?
That is the only reason I did not look for one to fit my lovely SMC Takumar
85mm 1.8 yet.
greetings and thanks
Markus
-----Original Message-----
From: P. J. Alling [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, November 03, 2005 4:46 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: Best M42 Camera?
Spotmatics were originally designed to use a single 1.35 volt 625 or
PX13(?) mercury cell. Later models were designed to give correct meter
readings with 1.5 volt replacements as well.
Markus Maurer wrote:
Hi John
what kind of batteries do you use with the SP's?
greetings
Markus
I now have three SP's, and they all feel good!
Does anyone else remember the ads Pentax used to run, in which
the tag-line
was "Just hold a Pentax"?
HTH
John Coyle
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When you're worried or in doubt,
Run in circles, (scream and shout).
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When you're worried or in doubt,
Run in circles, (scream and shout).
