The Petri FT 1000 is an SLR camera. The 35mm camera is a product of the Japanese company Petri. A similar model is the FT 500, but it lacks the self-timer and the shortest exposure time is only 1/500 second.
The Petri FT 1000 offers the possibility of interchangeable lenses. It comes with an M42 thread. In most cases, you will encounter the Petri 55mm f/1.7 on the 35mm camera. The Petri FT 1000 does not have an autofocus function. The focus is adjusted by hand.
The M42 thread used to be very common, so there are many lenses for this thread. The M42 thread is the successor of the M39 mount. Zeiss, KMZ, Voigtländer, Pentacon and Pentax were among the manufacturers of M42 interchangeable lenses.
For measuring exposure, the Petri FT 1000 has a light meter. The light meter was built for films with a sensitivity of ISO 25 to ISO 1600. The SLR determines the correct exposure when metering through the lens (TTL). Both the desired aperture and the shutter speed can be set by the user.
The 35mm camera comes with a Bulb setting option. In this mode, the film is exposed as long as the shutter button is pressed. An external flash can be connected via hot shoe.
The Petri FT 1000 has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a connection for a cable release and tripod.
Films for the Petri FT 1000
What is needed for the Petri FT 1000 is 35mm film. 35mm films are still made by various producers. A good choice for color and black-and-white images is the Kodak Portra 160* and the Ilford Delta 400*.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | M42 lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism finder |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 1 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 1600 |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Flash sync speed | 1/60 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Manufacturer | Petri |
| Country of production | Japan |
FAQ about the Petri FT 1000
Is the Petri FT 1000 an automatic camera?
No, the Petri FT 1000 is a manual focus camera. You adjust the focus and aperture manually. It doesn't have autofocus.
What kind of lenses can I use with this camera?
The Petri FT 1000 uses M42 lenses. Many manufacturers made lenses with this mount, so you have a lot of options. It's a very common mount.
How does the light meter work on the camera?
It has a through-the-lens (TTL) light meter. This means it measures the light coming through the lens to determine the correct exposure. You can then manually adjust settings.
Does this SLR have a self-timer?
Yes, the Petri FT 1000 includes a built-in self-timer for delayed exposures. This is useful for taking self-portraits or group photos.
What type of film does the 35mm camera need?
It uses standard 35mm film. You can use various brands and speeds, from ISO 25 to ISO 1600, both color and black and white.