Pentax SP500 Free, well almost.....

[kbg32]

I inherited a Pentax SP500 from a deceased friend's wife. While I love the camera, I have no use for it. In the spirit and memory of my lost friend, I would like to donate the camera to someone or a school that could really use it and not just take it and sell it. (Which I could have done. Believe me, I could use the extra cash.)

I will take any suggestions here from my learned compatriots on RFF.

Thanks in advance.

Keith

 

[kbg32]

Bump. Bump.

 

[ChrisPlatt]

A nice Pentax screwmount SLR - a simplified Spotmatic
i.e. no self-timer, no marked 1/1000 shutter speed;
however the unmarked position beyond 1/500 is a functional 1/1000.
The meter will work fine with a readily available 392 battery.

Chris

 

[p.giannakis]

Keith that is a beautiful camera. Run a film through it, maybe you'll like the results and wanna keep it.

 

[Chriscrawfordphoto]

I can't believe no one wants it. I have an SP 1000, which is a great camera. Got mine for $30 on ebay! The old Pentax lenses are incredible.

 

[kbg32]

Thanks Chris. I am quite familiar with the Spotmatic series.

Giannakis, I do like the results, but I really have no need for the camera, and would like to do something good with it. I know there are young people who would love to get into photography and can't afford a camera. I thought this would make someone a gracious gift towards self expression.

 

[kbg32]

I know Chris. I would really like to donate this to someone or a school photography program.

 

[p.giannakis]

Have you tried any local photography clubs? They are usually kin on receiving donations.

 

[Phil_F_NM]

I'm in my senior year at Temple University studying journalism. I can easily find a freshman photo student who needs a camera and get it to them if you like.

Phil Forrest

 

[DaveW]

Keith, I certainly would be glad to take it off of your hands and let it join a nice collection of pentax glass and other cameras, but I am not a student or needy like that. I could only say that it would be well taken care of and not sold.

If your intention was to give it to a student, then I am not your man. I am a teacher though!

Dave

 

[kbg32]

Thanks Dave. I'll keep you in mind Phil.

I'll let this thread run for a day or so longer and figure it out.

Thanks!

 

[Ezzie]

Funny coincidence. I've just last week inherited an SP1000 from my Dad (not deceased). I'll be keeping mine, but I too struggle in finding a use for it. It came with a few lenses, most notably the Super Takumar 50. My dad remembers buying it in a camera shop in Seattle, over 25 years ago. He was rather put out by the give away prices theses lovely things are going for these days. Good luck on your endeavour.