Q: What type of camera is this and what film does this camera use?
A: This camera is fitted with a combination of 35 mm, perforated DX sized coded film, ISO rated from 25 to 3200 and non DX coded which is set at a ISO of 25.
Q: It does not show in the instructions, but how exactly does the camera find out the film speed?
A: There is a device without tea in the camera that automatically sets the appropriate settings when it sees a film with a DX coded on the barrel.
Q: Is it possible to rewind the film if I am halfway through a roll?
A: There is a option where you can tip the camera and mid roll rewind will be activated when you press the auxiliary rewind switch.
Q: Regarding the lens, would you happen to know the zoom limit?
A: The lens is a power zoom lens with a magnification that zooms in on an image from 38 up to 90 mm.
Q: What are the focusing capabilities of the camera?
A: Pentax infrared active multi-beam autofocusing is retained and the camera has a built in focus lock and focus range of 0.8m (2.6ft) to infinity. There is also a macro capability to focus as close as 0.5m (1.6ft) to 0.8m (2.6ft).
Q: Is the camera able to withstand harsh weather?
A: Yes, the camera can withstand water jets, but cannot be used underwater, therefore it is not designed for underwater photographs.
Q: How many films can the camera take before running out of the battery?
A: The camera can take approximately 30 rolls of 24 exposure film after which new batteries are to be installed depending on the conditions of usage