Exakta RTL 1000 | Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8

Exakta RTL 1000 | Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8 - Good Condition | Precision Engineering from Dresden

The Exakta RTL 1000 is a professional-grade SLR that represents the final peak of the legendary Exakta line from Dresden. Developed as a collaboration between Pentacon and Ihagee, the RTL 1000 combines the classic Exakta versatility with modern features like a vertical-travel metal focal plane shutter. It retains the famous internal bayonet that allows for a vast array of world-class optics. Paired with the Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8, this kit is an optical powerhouse. The Oreston is celebrated for its exceptional close-focusing abilities and a unique, painterly bokeh that has made it a favorite among vintage lens enthusiasts. With its rugged build and modular design, the RTL 1000 is a sophisticated tool for those who appreciate the mechanical perfection of East German photography.

Key Features

• Advanced vertical-travel metal focal plane shutter for reliable performance

• Interchangeable viewfinder system equipped with a standard eye-level prism

• Legendary Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8 lens for superb sharpness

• External and internal Exakta bayonet mount for maximum lens compatibility

• Dual shutter release buttons (left and right) for improved ergonomics and handling

• Robust all-metal construction designed for professional long-term use

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition. Shows normal signs of light use and minor surface character on the metal housing consistent with its professional heritage.

• Sensor/Optics: The 50mm Oreston optics are clear; the prism viewfinder is bright and the mirror is clean and responsive.

• Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The shutter fires accurately at all speeds, the film advance is smooth, and the aperture diaphragm is snappy.

Specialist Note "The RTL 1000 is often called the Modern Exakta. It took the quirky, beloved features of the older Varex models and put them into a more streamlined, reliable body. The real star here, however, is the Oreston 1.8/50. Meyer-Optik Görlitz lenses have a cult following for a reason; they produce a 3D pop and a smooth transition from sharp subjects to blurred backgrounds that modern lenses struggle to replicate. It is also an incredible lens for close-up work, focusing much nearer than most standard 50mm primes of the era. It is a heavy, tactile, and deeply satisfying camera to shoot with."

What's Included

• Exakta RTL 1000 Camera Body (S/N: 265552)

• Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8 Lens (S/N: 5314607)

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: 35mm Single Lens Reflex (SLR)

• Lens Mount: Exakta Bayonet

• Shutter Speeds: 1s to 1/1000s + Bulb

• Lens: Meyer-Optik Görlitz Oreston 50mm f/1.8

• Category: Cameras ▸ 35mm SLR Camera

• Battery Type: None (Fully Mechanical)