1959-1964

A permanently fixed pentaprism in place of waist-level viewfinder Focal plane shutter, speeds to 1/500 sec. Depth of field control. Flash sync. Metal body with leatherette and satin trim. Lever wind. Ground glass focusing screen.

From 1962 catalogue

A 35 mm. single lens pentaprism reflex camera with interchangeable lens mount, focal plane shutter, 1/2 sec. to 1/500 sec., B, XF flash synchronisation. The body has provision for automatic diaphragm lenses, rapid transport lever in base, all metal body.

1962 Prices. With Meritar f/2.9 50 mm. manual, pre-set lens £39 19s. 6d. With Primotar f/2.8 50 mm. manual pre-set lens £43 19s. 8d. With Tessar f/2.8 50 mm. automatic pre-set lens £49 19s. 6d.

Praktica IV with extension tubes

Praktica IV with large stereo attachment

Praktica IV with small stereo attachment

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