kiev 60 questions

1kgcoffee · Joined: 16 May 2014 Posts: 52

So I've been strongly considering getting into medium format film photography, 6x6+, slide and B&W. Kiev 60 seems to be the right price with decent lenses. Wondering what you folks think of it? The reading I've been doing suggests that the shutter slap is a big issue - I want to create crisp sharp images, is this something to be concerned about? Also light reflection inside the camera. How exactly do you flock the interior or is this really necessary? Would really appreciate some feedback before I pull the trigger.

Can pentacon six lenses mount without modifying the locking adapter?

-thanks in advance

miran · Joined: 01 Aug 2012 Posts: 1364 Location: Slovenia

I would suggest a professionally refurbished Kiev, not any old used camera off ebay because there's a big risk of getting one with issues. Personally I have an 88 rebuilt by Arax with P6 mount and mirror lock-up (it's a good camera), so I can't comment on the 60 but I'd guess it's solid as well.

ZoneV · Expire: 2011-12-02

I have two Kiev 60. The shutter slap is good feelable vibration.
At least one of the cameras I have additional blackend some years ago when I have used it sometimes.
Film transport is a problem too, but there is a DIY description how to repair this. Done that twice.

The Pentacon Six lenses work fine, no modification needed.

1kgcoffee · Joined: 16 May 2014 Posts: 52

Thanks for the responses. Kiev 60 ARAX it is. MLU and no time wasted fixing it.