{"product_id":"praktica-mtl-3-35mm-slr","title":"Praktica MTL 3 35mm SLR","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraktica MTL 3 35mm SLR - Good Condition | Classic East German Manual Focus Film Camera with M42 Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Praktica MTL 3 is a solid and dependable East German 35mm SLR that represents the best of the Praktica tradition — robust, reliable, and built to last. Produced by VEB Pentacon in Dresden, the MTL 3 combines a fully mechanical shutter with TTL (Through The Lens) open aperture metering — a practical and accurate metering system that works seamlessly with a vast range of M42 mount lenses. Built around the universal M42 screw mount, it gives access to one of the widest ranges of vintage lenses ever produced — from Carl Zeiss Jena and Meyer-Optik Görlitz to virtually every M42 lens made during the golden era of film photography. A characterful and practical film body that rewards any photographer who gives it a chance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eM42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of vintage and modern M42 lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTTL open aperture metering for accurate and reliable exposure measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFully mechanical shutter — operates without battery for reliable shooting in any condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eManual exposure control for full creative freedom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSolid and robust East German construction built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBright and clear viewfinder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSelf-timer function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eA genuine piece of East German photographic history from VEB Pentacon Dresden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBody: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSensor\/Optics: Viewfinder clear and bright; focusing screen in good order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMechanics\/Electronics: Shutter fires correctly across all speeds; all controls and film transport functioning as expected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"ml-2 border-l-4 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.1)] pl-4 text-text-300\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\"The Praktica MTL 3 is one of those cameras that deserves far more recognition than it typically receives. The M42 mount opens up an extraordinary world of affordable vintage glass, the TTL metering is genuinely practical, and the all-metal build quality is reassuringly solid. For anyone who wants to explore the golden era of film photography without spending a fortune, the MTL 3 is a thoroughly rewarding starting point.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePraktica MTL 3 camera body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBody cap \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNeck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBrand: Praktica (VEB Pentacon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eModel: MTL 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSerial Number: Not available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMount: M42\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFilm Format: 35mm (135)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eExposure Modes: Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMetering: TTL open aperture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShutter Speed: 1s – 1\/1000s + Bulb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eISO Range: ISO 12–1600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eViewfinder: approx. 0.88x magnification, 92% coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBuilt-in Flash: No — PC sync socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSelf-timer: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDimensions: approx. 143 x 94 x 53mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWeight: approx. 590g (without battery)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eType: 35mm SLR Camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCategory: Cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCondition: Like New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Praktica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56240172794196,"sku":"A34W4726SK","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/2493\/3716\/files\/IMG_4978_585ab3ad-4f81-4aeb-8ffc-c29686f05b13.jpg?v=1782468612","url":"https:\/\/www.htf-store.com\/it\/products\/praktica-mtl-3-35mm-slr","provider":"Hard to Find Camera Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}