Uses LLC lenses and accessories. Also has interchangeable viewing system.

Improved version of the VLC. Modifications to all cameras in the range include - redesigned delayed action, new meter switch, new shutter speed dial and revised shutter mechanism, new viewfinder screen, and new lever wind. The new Pentacon and Pancolor 50 mm. f/1.8 lens, introduced at the same time, have multicoating and an auto/manual switch.

Specification, from undated advertisement

TTL metering at full aperture. E.D.C. eliminates mechanical linkages. All lenses can be utilized on stop-down principle. Complete range of accessories and interchangeable viewfinders with full operation of TTL metering. Swedish steel vertical shutter. Electronic sync to 1/125 sec. Shutter speeded 1 sec. to 1/1000 sec. and B. Lightweight compact body. Praktica universal thread. D/A mechanism. Co-axial flash nipples. PL Quick-loading.

1976 prices - with 50 mm. f/1.8 Pentacon EDC MC £162.71. With 50 mm. f/1.8 Zeiss Pancolor EDC MC £172.67

Praktica Accessories Catalogue c1978

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