Kiev 4A, 35mm rangefinder camera, results

This immaculate Russian Yak aeroplane seemed a suitable subject for the old Kiev, basking in the sun at Popham Airfield in Hampshire. UK. The rangefinder lived up to expectations and was extremely accurate. The camera still performs nicely even though it is a very well used example and somewhat neglected. Although not as refined as it's Contax ancestor, the shutter release is light and quiet but this example is a bit sluggish.

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