Praktica Super TL3 50mm f2.8

Praktica Super TL3 is a sturdy, fully manual 35mm SLR camera made in East Germany in the late 1970s. Designed with simplicity and durability in mind, it features an M42 screw mount, allowing compatibility with a wide range of vintage lenses. The camera includes through-the-lens (TTL) metering via a match-needle system, giving photographers full manual control over exposure. Built to last with a solid metal body, the Super TL3 is a great choice for students, hobbyists, and analog enthusiasts looking for a hands-on film experience.

Lens: M42 screw-mount lenses, typically 50mm f/2 standard
Focusing: Manual focus via ground glass and split-image
Exposure Control: Fully manual with TTL match-needle metering
Shutter Speed: 1/1000 to 1 sec, plus Bulb mode
Film Speed: ISO 25–1600, manually set
Flash: Hot shoe and PC sync socket for external flash
Viewfinder: Optical SLR finder with central microprism aid
Power Source: 1 x PX625 battery (metering only)
Special Features: Depth-of-field preview, mechanical reliability
Weight: Approx. 760g, all-metal body for robust use