The Pentax Super Program (or Super A) is a highly capable 1983 35mm SLR camera featuring fully automatic, aperture priority, and metered manual modes, often considered a refined, more advanced successor to the ME Super. It supports multiple exposure modes, has a 1/2000s top shutter speed, and includes a 1/125s flash sync, a depth-of-field preview lever, and a top-mounted LCD to show settings.
Key Features and Operation
Turning On: The camera operates using two LR44 batteries. The power switch is on the top plate, allowing selection between, On, Off, and sometimes a Self-Timer mode.
Exposure Modes: It offers Program (automatic shutter and aperture), Aperture Priority, and Metered Manual modes.
Viewfinder: Features an LCD display in the viewfinder showing shutter speeds, and a button to illuminate it in low light.
Lens Compatibility: It is designed for K-mount lenses, specifically supporting the "A" setting for full automatic operation.
Design known for being compact and lightweight.
The Vivitar DM/P-TTL is a dedicated flash module designed for Pentax cameras, typically used with Vivitar's modular flash systems like the 3000, 4000, and 5000 series. It provides Through-The-Lens (TTL) flash metering, allowing the camera to automatically control flash output based on the light coming through the lens.