Pentax 17 35mm Film Camera - Open Box

Pentax 17 Half-Frame Film Camera — double the shots per roll on a long trip

The gist: A compact, half-frame 35mm film camera that squeezes 48 exposures out of a 24-shot roll, making it a practical choice for travelers who don't want to carry (or find) extra film mid-trip.

• Half-frame doubles your shots: A roll of 24 exposures yields 48 half-frame shots, and a 36-exposure roll yields 72 — fewer film changes over a long itinerary.
• 25mm f/3.5 fixed wide-angle lens: Sharp with good contrast and color, well-suited to street and travel scenes without swapping lenses.
• Accurate meter in tricky light: Performs reliably across varied lighting, useful when moving between bright outdoor scenes and dim interiors in one day.
• Compact, 10.2 oz body: Magnesium-alloy top and bottom plates keep it sturdy without adding travel bag weight.

Shoot It With Film called it "a joy to shoot," praising the "fabulous and quite sharp" lens, and specifically recommended it "for anyone looking to get into film photography for the first time" — including for travel and everyday use.

Best for: travelers who want more shots per roll and an easy, beginner-friendly film camera for a trip. Skip it if: you want maximum resolution per frame — the reviewer noted half-frame negatives take longer and cost more to scan than full-frame. Runs ~$425 (open box) — check the current price before buying.