Lubitel 166B Analogue camera

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lot/lubitel 166b analogue camera wxcHgC5 632948544

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Lubitel 166B Analogue camera

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.

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