Praktica MTL 5 B
Praktica MTL 5 B – 35mm Manual SLR CameraÂ
The Praktica MTL 5 B is a fully mechanical 35mm SLR camera, made in East Germany by Pentacon during the 1980s. Rugged and reliable, it features a metal-blade vertical shutter, built-in TTL metering, and a universal M42 screw mount, making it compatible with a wide range of vintage lenses. Its simplicity and mechanical reliability make it a solid choice for beginners, collectors, and analog photography lovers.
Key Features
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Lens Mount: M42 screw mount – compatible with countless vintage lenses
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Shutter Speeds: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb mode
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Metering System: TTL (Through-The-Lens) CdS metering, with needle display in the viewfinder
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Exposure Mode: Fully manual – aperture and shutter speed controlled by the user
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Viewfinder: Bright prism viewfinder with central microprism focusing aid
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Film Advance: Manual lever advance with frame counter
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Flash Sync: 1/125s, PC sync socket and hot shoe
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Power Supply: 1x PX625 or 625A 1.5V battery (only required for metering)
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Build Quality: All-metal body, made for durability
What’s Included
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Praktica MTL 5 B camera body
Condition
Used – Good condition: The camera is fully functional, with accurate shutter speeds, a working meter, and a clear viewfinder. Some cosmetic wear may be present from normal use, but it does not affect operation. The film transport and rewind mechanisms work smoothly.
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Praktica MTL 5 B
Praktica MTL 5 B – 35mm Manual SLR CameraÂ
The Praktica MTL 5 B is a fully mechanical 35mm SLR camera, made in East Germany by Pentacon during the 1980s. Rugged and reliable, it features a metal-blade vertical shutter, built-in TTL metering, and a universal M42 screw mount, making it compatible with a wide range of vintage lenses. Its simplicity and mechanical reliability make it a solid choice for beginners, collectors, and analog photography lovers.
Key Features
-
Lens Mount: M42 screw mount – compatible with countless vintage lenses
-
Shutter Speeds: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb mode
-
Metering System: TTL (Through-The-Lens) CdS metering, with needle display in the viewfinder
-
Exposure Mode: Fully manual – aperture and shutter speed controlled by the user
-
Viewfinder: Bright prism viewfinder with central microprism focusing aid
-
Film Advance: Manual lever advance with frame counter
-
Flash Sync: 1/125s, PC sync socket and hot shoe
-
Power Supply: 1x PX625 or 625A 1.5V battery (only required for metering)
-
Build Quality: All-metal body, made for durability
What’s Included
-
Praktica MTL 5 B camera body
Condition
Used – Good condition: The camera is fully functional, with accurate shutter speeds, a working meter, and a clear viewfinder. Some cosmetic wear may be present from normal use, but it does not affect operation. The film transport and rewind mechanisms work smoothly.
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Description
Praktica MTL 5 B – 35mm Manual SLR CameraÂ
The Praktica MTL 5 B is a fully mechanical 35mm SLR camera, made in East Germany by Pentacon during the 1980s. Rugged and reliable, it features a metal-blade vertical shutter, built-in TTL metering, and a universal M42 screw mount, making it compatible with a wide range of vintage lenses. Its simplicity and mechanical reliability make it a solid choice for beginners, collectors, and analog photography lovers.
Key Features
-
Lens Mount: M42 screw mount – compatible with countless vintage lenses
-
Shutter Speeds: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb mode
-
Metering System: TTL (Through-The-Lens) CdS metering, with needle display in the viewfinder
-
Exposure Mode: Fully manual – aperture and shutter speed controlled by the user
-
Viewfinder: Bright prism viewfinder with central microprism focusing aid
-
Film Advance: Manual lever advance with frame counter
-
Flash Sync: 1/125s, PC sync socket and hot shoe
-
Power Supply: 1x PX625 or 625A 1.5V battery (only required for metering)
-
Build Quality: All-metal body, made for durability
What’s Included
-
Praktica MTL 5 B camera body
Condition
Used – Good condition: The camera is fully functional, with accurate shutter speeds, a working meter, and a clear viewfinder. Some cosmetic wear may be present from normal use, but it does not affect operation. The film transport and rewind mechanisms work smoothly.
