Praktica MTL 5 35mm Film SLR Camera with Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 50mm f/2.8 M42 Lens - 4233

Classic East German Praktica MTL 5 35mm SLR camera paired with a sharp Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Tessar 50mm f/2.8 M42 screw-mount lens. Known for its all-mechanical reliability and solid metal construction, this kit is an ideal entry into analog film photography or a great source for legendary M42 vintage glass to adapt to modern mirrorless digital cameras.Key Features & Specifications:Camera Body: Praktica MTL 5 (35mm Film SLR)Lens Mount: Universal M42 Screw MountLens Included: Carl Zeiss Jena DDR Tessar 50mm f/2.8 (Serial No. 9529589)Shutter Speeds: Mechanical metal-blade shutter ($1\text{s}$ to $1/1000\text{s}$ + Bulb)Focusing: Manual focus with microprism split-image viewfinderMinimum Focus Distance: $0.35\text{m}$ (ideal for close-up shots)Condition Report:Mechanical Condition: The camera body is in good working order. Shutter fires properly across speeds, film advance lever works smoothly, and the film chamber/pressure plate is clean.Light Meter Note: The built-in light meter is not working properly (even with a fresh battery installed). Exposure can easily be calculated using the classic Sunny 16 rule or a handheld/smartphone light meter app.Lens Condition: Excellent optical condition. The Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar glass is clean with no dust, scratches, fungus, or haze. Aperture and focus rings move smoothly.Video Demonstration: A complete working video demonstration of this unit is available on our TikTok channel: @Wow Price.