Praktica PLC 3 is a SLR camera. It was built by the VEB Pentacon from 1978 to 1983.
The lenses of Praktica PLC 3 can be changed. Lenses with an M42 thread can be used. Focusing is manual.
The camera has a built-in light meter. The exposure meter is designed to measure exposure through the lens of the camera. The shutter speed and aperture can be selected by the photographer.
The Praktica PLC 3 has a bulb setting. In this mode, the film is exposed as long as the shutter release button is pressed. An external flash can be used via the hot shoe or PC flash port.
Films for the Praktica PLC 3
The Praktica PLC 3 is designed for 35mm films. 35mm films are still easy to get today and are developed by most photo laboratories. Possible films for the Praktica PLC 3 are the Agfaphoto Vista 200* and the AgfaPhoto APX 400*.
The development process for the color film is the C-41 process. C-41 films are developed by almost all photo laboratories.
The Praktica PLC 3 has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a thread for a cable release and tripod. The power supply is provided by one VARTA V21 PX battery.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | M42 lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism finder |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 1 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC-Flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/125 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x Varta V21 PXe battery |
| Manufacturer | Pentacon |
| Country of production | GDR (German Democratic Republic) |
| End of production | 1983 |
| Production duration | 5 years |
| Estimated value / Used price | 111,68 Euro 182,36163,79109,01867,1795,5818343,991301,44119,86 Estimate based on used prices of 4 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 6.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 79,21 Euro (85.51 US-Dollar) |