Canon AE-1 Program vs Pentax K1000
Pick any two of 123 film cameras to compare their specs and today's typical used prices on eBay UK, delivered, with import VAT included for cameras from abroad.
| Canon AE-1 Program | Pentax K1000 | |
| Photo |  |  |
| Type | 35mm SLR | 35mm SLR |
| Film | 35mm | 35mm |
| Made | 1981–1987 | 1976–1997 |
| Lens | Interchangeable: Canon FD | Interchangeable: Pentax K |
| Exposure | Program, shutter priority, manual | Manual (match-needle) |
| Battery | 4LR44 / PX28 (6V) | LR44 / SR44 (meter only) |
| Works without a battery | No | Yes |
| Typical price (eBay UK) | £188 | £200 |
| Tested, with lens / tested | £188 | £200 |
| Cheapest tested today | £64 | £56 |
| Listings on eBay UK | 172 | 141 |
| Posted from Japan | 48% | 3% |
| What to check | The shutter is electronic: no battery, no shutter. Test it with a fresh 6V 4LR44. | The shutter is mechanical; the battery only runs the meter. Check the needle moves when you point at light and dark. |
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