{"product_id":"praktica-mtl-5","title":"Praktica MTL 5 Film Camera with Pentacon Auto 50mm f\/1.8 Lens","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #222;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  h1 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\n    padding-bottom: 4px;\n    margin-top: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n  }\n  p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n  hr {\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n  .valuation-list {\n    list-style-type: square;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn iconic vintage 35mm mechanical SLR film camera manufactured by Pentacon in the German Democratic Republic (East Germany). Paired with the legendary Pentacon auto 50mm f\/1.8 multi-coating prime lens, known for its exceptional sharpness and beautiful bokeh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in very good pre-owned condition with clean metal and leatherette body housing. Mechanical operations, shutter speeds, film advance lever, and light meter are functioning well. Optics are clean and clear, and the lens aperture and focus rings operate smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePraktica MTL 5 35mm SLR Film Camera Body (Made in German Democratic Republic)[cite: 106]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentacon auto 50mm f\/1.8 Multi Coating Prime Lens[cite: 102]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Strap \u0026amp; Front Lens Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust mechanical 35mm SLR system featuring a reliable metal focal-plane shutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrough-The-Lens (TTL) exposure metering system for accurate light readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM42 screw lens mount offering vast compatibility with classic vintage lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePentacon auto 50mm f\/1.8 multi-coated standard prime lens delivering sharp contrast and pleasant rendering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual exposure control tailored for film photography enthusiasts and learners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Praktica MTL series represents some of the most dependable and widely used East German mechanical SLR cameras of the Cold War era, offering a fantastic and affordable entry point into vintage analog photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePraktica MTL 5, Pentacon Auto 50mm f1.8, M42 SLR Film Camera, Vintage 35mm Film Camera, East German Camera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Praktica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56492431016278,"sku":null,"price":39.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP5769_a71d89e1-4f6e-4299-a505-0aacb4039947.jpg?v=1793958120","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/praktica-mtl-5","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}