Petri Computor 35

The Petri Computor 35 was a Japanese-manufactured 35mm SLR camera introduced in 1970 and produced until 1974. It represented a typical entry-level offering from the Petri brand during the early 1970s boom in consumer SLRs. Designed for general photography enthusiasts, it featured a basic TTL light meter and a simple shutter speed selector paired with aperture control, operating with a manual focusing screen and pentaprism viewfinder. Its construction primarily relied on materials like plastic and die-cast metal, reflecting its market position as a functional but unremarkable camera focused on affordability and ease of use rather than cutting-edge features or exceptional build quality. The Computor 35 filled a niche for budget-conscious photographers seeking a capable, straightforward single-lens reflex without the premium cost of established marques.