Pentax · Point & Shoot
Pentax Espio Mini
A tiny 90s pocket camera with the same SMC Pentax glass quality as the big SLRs — sharp, simple and cheap to carry.
~$120–240 typical used price · updated 2026-09-23
01Quick character
Editorial guidance, not lab measurements — examples vary, and film & processing change the result.
02Best for
Use cases: Everyday · Travel · Street
Control: Point and shoot
Beginner friendly: 5/5
Portability: 5/5
What it feels like
A point & shoot with autofocus focusing and automatic exposure — A tiny 90s pocket camera with the same SMC Pentax glass quality as the big SLRs — sharp, simple and cheap to carry.
03Key specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Camera type | Point & Shoot |
| Lens | 35mm f/3.5 |
| Focusing | Autofocus |
| Exposure | Automatic |
| Flash | Built-in |
| Production | 1991–1997 |
Known buying issues
- Plastic gears can wear
- Flash can fail over time
- Viewfinder can dim
04Used buying checklist
- Test AF on near and far subjects
- Fire flash twice to check recycling
- Check for battery corrosion in the tray
When possible, test a camera before buying — or buy from sellers with real return policies.
05Film pairings
Recommendations, not guarantees — exposure, processing and scanning change the final look.
Kodak Gold 200
Natural warm color for everyday pocket shooting.
Fujifilm 400
Reliable speed for a compact AE system.
06Current price options
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