Zenit 3M | Analogue camera

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Zenit 3M 35 mm single-lens reflex camera, serial number N°68044264, in good condition and tested to be working, with an M39 lens mount.

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The Zenit 3M is a historic 35mm SLR camera produced in the Soviet Union between the 1960s and the early 1970s.

Regarded as one of the most elegant evolutions of the early Zenit models, it stands out for its classic all-metal design, very solid and with a strong vintage character.

The robust mechanical construction perfectly reflects the philosophy of Soviet-era cameras: simple, durable, and built to last.

The Zenit 3M uses 35mm film and is a fully manual SLR, a feature that requires the photographer to handle shutter speeds, apertures, and focusing directly.

The SLR viewfinder lets you see exactly what the lens sees, offering precise framing control.

One of the model’s quirks is the film-advance lever placed on the top side of the camera body, a solution less common compared to later SLRs.

The Zenit 3M is a historic 35mm SLR camera produced in the Soviet Union between the 1960s and the early 1970s.

Regarded as one of the most elegant evolutions of the early Zenit models, it stands out for its classic all-metal design, very solid and with a strong vintage character.

The robust mechanical construction perfectly reflects the philosophy of Soviet-era cameras: simple, durable, and built to last.

The Zenit 3M uses 35mm film and is a fully manual SLR, a feature that requires the photographer to handle shutter speeds, apertures, and focusing directly.

The SLR viewfinder lets you see exactly what the lens sees, offering precise framing control.

One of the model’s quirks is the film-advance lever placed on the top side of the camera body, a solution less common compared to later SLRs.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Zenit
Model/type nr
3M |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
M39
Film type
35mm
Serial number
N°68044264
Estimated period
1960-1970
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