Zenit 12 XP Single lens reflex camera (SLR)
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Zenit 12 XP 35 mm SLR with MC Helios‑44M‑6 58 mm f/2, M42 screw mount; physical condition near mint and functional condition tested and working; serial number 93028196; estimated period 1990–2000.
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Description from the seller
The camera at hand is a Soviet 35mm SLR of the Zenit 12XP type with the MC Helios-44M-6 58mm f/2 lens.
The shown exemplar is in unusually well-maintained collector condition and additionally includes original packaging, documents, and a case.
Dating:
The serial number begins with “93,” indicating manufacture in 1993.
The packaging mark “03 94” points to distribution or packaging in early 1994.
Technical features:
- M42 screw mount
- TTL light metering
- Mechanical shutter
- ISO 25–400
- Shutter speeds from B to 1/500 s
- Sturdy metal construction
Lens:
The MC Helios-44M-6 is constructively based on the famous Zeiss Biotar 58mm f/2 and is known for:
- distinctive “swirly bokeh”
- soft background rendering
- high center sharpness
- special vintage look
Condition:
The showcased set appears exceptionally clean and nearly collectible in preserved condition:
- very well-kept paint
- clean film chamber
- clear lenses
- complete delivery including original case and documents
Collector and market status:
Zenit cameras are gaining increasing significance due to the current analog trend and the popularity of Helios lenses.
Particularly complete sets with original packaging and well-preserved condition are in demand.
Collector’s conclusion:
This set represents a very nice and authentic example of Soviet camera technology from the early 1990s. In particular, the Helios-44M-6 makes the combination interesting for collectors, analog photographers, and creative users of digital cameras.
The camera at hand is a Soviet 35mm SLR of the Zenit 12XP type with the MC Helios-44M-6 58mm f/2 lens.
The shown exemplar is in unusually well-maintained collector condition and additionally includes original packaging, documents, and a case.
Dating:
The serial number begins with “93,” indicating manufacture in 1993.
The packaging mark “03 94” points to distribution or packaging in early 1994.
Technical features:
- M42 screw mount
- TTL light metering
- Mechanical shutter
- ISO 25–400
- Shutter speeds from B to 1/500 s
- Sturdy metal construction
Lens:
The MC Helios-44M-6 is constructively based on the famous Zeiss Biotar 58mm f/2 and is known for:
- distinctive “swirly bokeh”
- soft background rendering
- high center sharpness
- special vintage look
Condition:
The showcased set appears exceptionally clean and nearly collectible in preserved condition:
- very well-kept paint
- clean film chamber
- clear lenses
- complete delivery including original case and documents
Collector and market status:
Zenit cameras are gaining increasing significance due to the current analog trend and the popularity of Helios lenses.
Particularly complete sets with original packaging and well-preserved condition are in demand.
Collector’s conclusion:
This set represents a very nice and authentic example of Soviet camera technology from the early 1990s. In particular, the Helios-44M-6 makes the combination interesting for collectors, analog photographers, and creative users of digital cameras.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Zenit
Model/type nr
12 XP
Physical condition
Near mint
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
M42
Film type
35mm
Serial number
93028196
Estimated period
1990-2000
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