Praktica MTL 3 35mm SLR Kit with Pentacon 50mm f/1.8

Praktica MTL 3 35mm SLR Kit with Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 - Good Condition | Classic East German Film Kit with Fast Standard Prime

The Praktica MTL 3 paired with the Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 is a well-matched and capable 35mm film kit from Pentacon's respected East German SLR lineage. The MTL 3 is a solid and dependable SLR built around the universal M42 screw mount — offering manual exposure control with TTL metering in a well-built body that handles everyday shooting with confidence. The Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 is a sharp and fast standard prime that pairs naturally with the MTL 3 body — delivering the classic 50mm perspective with the characteristic rendering quality of East German optical manufacturing. No serial numbers noted.

Key Features

• Complete ready-to-shoot 35mm film kit — body and lens included
• M42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of M42 lenses
• 50mm focal length — classic standard perspective for portraits, street, and everyday shooting
• Fast f/1.8 maximum aperture for excellent low-light performance and beautiful background separation
• TTL open-aperture metering for consistent and accurate exposures
• Solid East German construction built to last
• Self-timer function
• Hot shoe for external flash

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage
• Sensor/Optics: Viewfinder clear and bright; focusing screen in good order; lens elements clean with no fungus, haze, or significant dust
• Mechanics: Shutter fires correctly across all speeds; all controls and film transport functioning as expected; aperture blades clean and snappy; M42 mount connection clean and secure

"The Praktica MTL 3 is a straightforward and honest East German SLR that delivers a practical and enjoyable film shooting experience. The TTL metering is reliable and accurate, the M42 mount opens up a world of exceptional vintage glass, and the Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 renders with good contrast and a natural character. A solid and capable everyday film kit."

What's Included

• Praktica MTL 3 camera body
• Pentacon 50mm f/1.8 lens
• Front and rear lens caps
• Body cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Praktica / Pentacon
• Model: MTL 3 with Pentacon 50mm f/1.8
• Serial Number (Body): Not available
• Serial Number (Lens): Not available
• Mount: M42
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Exposure Modes: Manual
• Metering: TTL open-aperture
• Shutter Speed: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb
• ISO Range: ISO 25–1600
• Viewfinder: approx. 0.86x magnification
• Built-in Flash: No — hot shoe for external flash
• Self-timer: Yes
• Lens Focal Length: 50mm
• Lens Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 6 elements in 4 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.33m
• Filter Thread: 49mm
• Dimensions (Body): approx. 138 x 90 x 48mm
• Weight (Body): approx. 510g (without battery)
• Type: 35mm SLR Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition