Carl Zeiss Jenaflex AM-1 with Pentacon Praktica 50mm f1.8 Prime Lens and Izumar Polarizing Filter

The Jenaflex AM‑1 is a robust 35 mm SLR made in East Germany between 1985 and 1987. It belongs to the Praktica BC‑1 series with B-mount use and electronic diaphragm control for TTL metering. Combined with the Pentacon Praktica 50 mm f/1.8 prime lens—often rebranded Carl Zeiss Jena glass—it delivers sharp images with fast aperture performance. Exposure times range from 40 seconds to 1/1000 second, with manual precision settings available. Its build includes a pentaprism viewfinder with LED shutter indicators, motor winder support, and a mechanical self‑timer.