The P series do not have built-in winders, while the A3 does (if you consider that the only A series camera). I'd put the Super Program / Program Plus as a transition series from "classic" to "modern, light, cheap, and plasticky", that still featured the nice old design while supporting TTL flash as well as program mode. Refer to our camera details for more specs as an aide to compiling your guide; cameras are listed chronologically:
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I'd say, overall:
K - original, larger camera bodies with M or (M & Av) modes.
M - smaller film cameras with M or (M & Av) modes, but typically both, as the MX is the only exception
LX - Professional body with M & Av modes, many professional features, and the most sensitive light meter Pentax has ever deployed in any camera!
Program- like the M series, but features Program exposure, allowing for full use of A series lenses.
A - like the Program series, but features a built-in winder and new plastic construction
P - like the Program series, but with no built-in winder and a new metal consturction
Adam
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