Praktica VLC 3 is a SLR camera. The VEB Pentacon Dresden built the camera from 1978 to 1983.
The lenses of Praktica VLC 3 are interchangeable. Lenses with an M42 thread can be used. The lens is focused by hand. The Praktica VLC 3 does not have an autofocus function.
The 35 mm camera has a built-in sensor for measuring the precise exposure. The SLR camera determines the correct exposure when it measures through the lens (TTL). The shutter speed and aperture can be freely selected. The 35mm camera has a bulb mode. In this mode, the shutter will open 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 VLC 3
The Praktica VLC 3 uses 35mm film. This type of film is still being produced and can be processed by most photo laboratories without any problems. Two great films for the 35mm camera are the Kodak Ultramax 400* and the AgfaPhoto APX 400*. Both can be used to take beautiful color or black and white pictures.
The color film is processed in the C-41 process. C-41 films can be developed by most photo laboratories.
A tripod can be attached to the Praktica VLC 3. A cable release can also be used with the camera. In addition, the self-timer can be used to take pictures. The camera needs 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 | 210,71 Euro 344,07309,03205,681636,12180,3334610,162455,47226,15 Estimate based on used prices of 5 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 6.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 223,52 Euro (241.38 US-Dollar) |