Lubitel 166B Analogue camera
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Description from the seller
The LOMO Lubitel 166 B is an iconic medium format twin-lens reflex camera produced in the Soviet Union by the Leningrad Optical-Mechanical Association during the late 1970s and 1980s. Designed as an accessible entry point into medium format photography, this lightweight TLR gained a passionate worldwide following for producing rich 6x6 negatives with distinctive, character-filled vintage rendering. Today, clean and fully operational examples are increasingly celebrated by analog photography enthusiasts, lo-fi artists, and vintage camera collectors alike.
KEY FEATURES
Camera Type: Medium format 6x6 twin-lens reflex camera
Film Format: Standard 120 roll film producing 6x6 square exposures
Waist-Level Viewfinder: Folding hood featuring a central ground-glass focusing spot and flip-up magnifier
Dual Lens Setup: Geared viewing and taking lenses for synchronized manual focusing
Mechanical Operation: Completely battery-independent leaf shutter mechanism
Cable Release and Flash Sync: Integrated PC sync socket and standard threaded cable release port
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 6x6 Medium Format TLR Camera
Lens: T-22 75mm f/4.5 coated glass taking lens
Shutter speeds: B, 1/15s, 1/30s, 1/60s, 1/125s, and 1/250s
Serial Number: 83109432
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition with minor signs of prior handling consistent with age. The thermoplastic body shell is intact with no cracks, chips, or deep scratches.
Optics: Both viewing and taking lenses are clean and clear, free from fungus, haze, or heavy scratches. The viewfinder mirror and focusing screen are bright and intact.
Mechanics: Shutter cocks and fires crisply across all shutter speed settings. Aperture ring and geared focus wheels rotate smoothly. Film advance mechanism and frame counter function properly.
Test status: Fully inspected and dry-tested; all mechanical functions operate as intended. Sold as a tested vintage collectible.
WHATS INCLUDED
LOMO Lubitel 166 B medium format TLR camera
Original push-on front lens cap
Integrated neck strap
Standard 120 film take-up spool inside film chamber
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A wonderfully preserved, fully mechanical twin-lens reflex camera that delivers the authentic charm and creative joy of 6x6 medium format analog photography.
The LOMO Lubitel 166 B is an iconic medium format twin-lens reflex camera produced in the Soviet Union by the Leningrad Optical-Mechanical Association during the late 1970s and 1980s. Designed as an accessible entry point into medium format photography, this lightweight TLR gained a passionate worldwide following for producing rich 6x6 negatives with distinctive, character-filled vintage rendering. Today, clean and fully operational examples are increasingly celebrated by analog photography enthusiasts, lo-fi artists, and vintage camera collectors alike.
KEY FEATURES
Camera Type: Medium format 6x6 twin-lens reflex camera
Film Format: Standard 120 roll film producing 6x6 square exposures
Waist-Level Viewfinder: Folding hood featuring a central ground-glass focusing spot and flip-up magnifier
Dual Lens Setup: Geared viewing and taking lenses for synchronized manual focusing
Mechanical Operation: Completely battery-independent leaf shutter mechanism
Cable Release and Flash Sync: Integrated PC sync socket and standard threaded cable release port
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 6x6 Medium Format TLR Camera
Lens: T-22 75mm f/4.5 coated glass taking lens
Shutter speeds: B, 1/15s, 1/30s, 1/60s, 1/125s, and 1/250s
Serial Number: 83109432
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition with minor signs of prior handling consistent with age. The thermoplastic body shell is intact with no cracks, chips, or deep scratches.
Optics: Both viewing and taking lenses are clean and clear, free from fungus, haze, or heavy scratches. The viewfinder mirror and focusing screen are bright and intact.
Mechanics: Shutter cocks and fires crisply across all shutter speed settings. Aperture ring and geared focus wheels rotate smoothly. Film advance mechanism and frame counter function properly.
Test status: Fully inspected and dry-tested; all mechanical functions operate as intended. Sold as a tested vintage collectible.
WHATS INCLUDED
LOMO Lubitel 166 B medium format TLR camera
Original push-on front lens cap
Integrated neck strap
Standard 120 film take-up spool inside film chamber
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A wonderfully preserved, fully mechanical twin-lens reflex camera that delivers the authentic charm and creative joy of 6x6 medium format analog photography.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Lubitel
Model/type nr
166B
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
120 / 220
Estimated period
1970-1980
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