There are lots of stories about how terrible Kiev 60s, Kiev 88s and even Pentecon 6s are.
I think most of it was propaganda made up by photographers who wanted to justify the $'s they've just spent on their Hasslebald, or camera suppliers who didn't like the low prices because it meant a low commission!
Truth is the designs aren't as bad as people made out, but with the Kiev's the quality control could sometimes be appalling, which really didn't help their reputation.
There are lots of stories about how terrible Kiev 60s, Kiev 88s and even Pentecon 6s are.
I think most of it was propaganda made up by photographers who wanted to justify the $'s they've just spent on their Hasslebald, or camera suppliers who didn't like the low prices because it meant a low commission!
Truth is the designs aren't as bad as people made out, but with the Kiev's the quality control could sometimes be appalling, which really didn't help their reputation.
A good one is good!
SAHBfan 9 months ago 3
Maybe I'll try this with my Kiev 60... the mirror slap is substantial and will cause blur below 1/60th. Good thing for MLU though!
misterslappy13 1 year ago