Model Identification: Praktina FX name on the front, 2 Sockets for "X" and "F" synchronization and Camera Back Hooking type Short.

The Praktina is quickly renamed Praktina FX with "FX" engraved under the name "Praktina". The Praktina FX-DS has two flash sockets and the control of lens diaphragm. This camera marks the beginning of the production in the first half of 1953. Kamera-Werke shows this camera at the Leipziger Messe in September 1953. The Type 2 has two flash sockets and no provision for the control of lens diaphragm.
The Praktina FX is the first SLR camera to get the full interchangeability of lenses, finders, focusing screens, camera back and motor capability. With its lenses and accessories it is the first example of a 35mm SLR camera system.

Type Identification: Diaphgram's control for semi-automatic lenses

Type Identification: No diaphgram's control for semi-automatic lenses

  Single lens reflex with picture format 24mm x 36mm on standard 135 cartridge
  Interchangeable reflex finder and focusing screen
  Eye-level optical finder incorporated in the camera body
  Camera back hinged and removable
  Interchangeable lens via breech lock and Praktina bayonet mount
  Mirror returns with film advance
  Shutter focal plane with cloth curtain and speed B 1 2 5 10 25 50 75 100 200 500 1000
  Self-timer
  Frame counter with manual setting shows the number of frames exposed
  Motor drive link
  Knob for film winding and rewind
  Film type reminder disc
  Serial number in the film cartridge chamber
  Finder lock on the camera bottom (A=open, Z=locked)
  3/8" tripod socket size