Kiev 4M is a 35mm rangefinder camera produced by the Arsenal Factory in Kiev, Ukraine, during the Soviet era. It is part of the Kiev rangefinder series, which are based on the Contax camera designs from pre-World War II Germany. Lens Mount: Contax-Kiev bayonet mount. Shutter Speeds: B (bulb) and from 1/2 to 1/1250 seconds. Viewfinder: Combined viewfinder and rangefinder with automatic parallax correction. Focusing: Manual focus with coupled rangefinder.
Flash Sync: Hot shoe with flash sync at 1/25 seconds. Dimensions and Weight: Robust metal construction, relatively heavy. Build Quality: The Kiev 4M is known for its solid and durable build. It is relatively heavy, providing a robust and reliable feel but may be cumbersome for some users.
Lens Compatibility: It uses the Contax-Kiev bayonet mount, allowing it to accept a variety of lenses from the Jupiter and Helios series and other compatible lenses. Viewfinder and Rangefinder: The combined viewfinder and rangefinder provides accurate focusing, which is particularly useful for portrait and close-up photography. Manual Operation: The camera requires manual setting of shutter speeds and focusing, making it a tool that demands a good understanding of photographic principles. Accurate rangefinder for precise focusing. Compatibility with high-quality Soviet lenses like the Jupiter and Helios series. Fully mechanical operation, no need for batteries. Heavy and can be cumbersome to carry. Lack of light meter requires external metering or estimation. Manual operation may be challenging for beginners. Potential for light leaks and internal reflections if not properly maintained. General Information: The Helios-103 is a 53mm f/1.8 prime lens produced in the Soviet Union. It is designed for use with Kiev rangefinder cameras and is known for its good optical performance and build quality. Optical Design: 6 elements in 4 groups.
Filter Thread Size: 40.5mm. Minimum Focusing Distance: 0.9 meters. Mount Type: Contax-Kiev bayonet mount.
Sharpness: The Helios-103 is sharp in the center, especially when stopped down. Wide open, it can be slightly softer but still delivers good detail. Bokeh: The lens is known for its smooth and pleasing bokeh, making it suitable for portrait photography. Color Rendition: The lens produces natural and pleasing colors.
Flare and Vignetting: It handles flare well due to its coating, and vignetting is minimal, especially when stopped down. Build Quality: The lens has a metal construction, typical of Soviet lenses, making it durable and robust. Adaptability: It can be used on modern digital cameras with appropriate adapters. All parcels are insured against loss.
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