Pentax IQZoom 130M — 35mm Point & Shoot Film Camera (38-130mm Zoom, Multi-AF, Built-in Flash)
The Pentax IQZoom 130M is a robust and feature-rich 35mm point-and-shoot zoom camera from the mid-1990s. With its 38-130 mm (approx. 3.4×) zoom lens, it covers from wide-angle to telephoto, giving you flexibility for landscapes, portraits, travel snaps and more. The camera offers multi-zone autofocus (spot/Multi AF), a six-segment evaluative metering system for reliable auto-exposure even in backlit situations, DX detection up to ISO 3200 for modern film compatibility, automatic film loading/advance/rewind for ease of use, and a built-in flash with red-eye reduction. It also features a large LCD panel for status info and an automatic power-off to preserve battery. Whether you’re looking to step into film photography or offer a reliable compact zoom for everyday use, the IQZoom 130M is a strong choice.
Key Features (Bullet List)
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38-130 mm power zoom lens (approx. 3.4× zoom) for wide to telephoto shots.
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Multi-zone autofocus system (spot/lock + Multi) for precise focus control.
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Six-segment multi-pattern metering with back-light compensation.
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DX-coded ISO automatic detection up to ISO 3200 (non-DX defaults to ISO 25).
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Built-in flash with auto zoom, fill flash, slow sync / red-eye reduction.
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Fully automatic functions: auto film loading, advance, rewind, and self-timer.
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Panorama mode & date/time imprinting (on “Date” variants) for extra flexibility.
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Compact form and uses 1 × CR123A 3V lithium battery for portability and reliability.
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
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| Camera Type | 35mm compact point-and-shoot with lens-shutter & built-in flash. |
| Format | 35mm film (24×36 mm frames) |
| Lens | 38-130 mm zoom, f/4.8–12 (8 elements in 6 groups) |
| Focusing Range | Wide: ~0.8 m (2.6 ft) to ∞; Tele: ~1.0 m (3.3 ft) to ∞ |
| Autofocus | Passive Multi-AF (spot + multi-point) |
| Shutter Speed | Approx. 1/400 sec to 2 sec; bulb & extended (1/2 sec to 1 min) on some variants |
| Aperture | f/4.8 (wide) to f/12 (tele) |
| Metering / Exposure | Six-segment evaluative metering, auto exposure with backlighting compensation |
| ISO Film Speed | DX detection ISO 25-3200; non-DX set to ISO 25 by default |
| Flash | Built-in auto-zoom flash; refill approx ~5 sec; wide angle 0.8-7.6m (ISO400); tele 1.1-3.6m (ISO400) |
| Self-Timer | Yes — 3 second delay |
| Power Source | 1 × CR123A lithium 3V battery |
| Dimensions | Approx. 113 × 66 × 50 mm (4.5″ × 2.6″ × 2.0″) |
| Weight | ~235 g (8.3 oz) without battery |
| Release Year | c. 1994 (Japan) |
Condition
9.5/10
Pentax IQZoom 130m s#5228964
Comes with Legacy's 30 Day Warranty
