Zenit 12XP | 35mm SLR Film Camera | Helios-44m-4 Lens
Zenit 12XP | 35mm SLR Film Camera | Helios-44m-4 Lens
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๐ท Zenit 12XP | 35mm SLR Film Camera | Helios-44M-4 58mm f/2 Lens | M42 Mount
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Description
The Zenit 12XP is a rugged and iconic 35mm SLR film camera made in the USSR, favored by vintage photography enthusiasts for its mechanical simplicity and robust build. Paired with the renowned Helios-44M-4 58mm f/2 lens, known for its dreamy bokeh and sharp rendering, this setup is perfect for anyone looking to explore the charm of analog photography with a true Soviet classic.
๐ก Key Benefits
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๐งฑ All-mechanical reliabilityโno batteries needed for shutter
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๐ Helios 58mm lens with unique swirly bokeh
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๐น๏ธ Fully manual controls for authentic shooting experience
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๐ฉ M42 screw mountโcompatible with many vintage lenses
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๐๏ธ Ideal for street, portrait, or experimental film photography
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Features
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Camera Type
: 35mm SLR film camera
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Lens Mount
: M42 universal screw mount
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Included Lens
: Helios-44M-4 58mm f/2
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Shutter Speeds
: 1/30 to 1/500 sec + Bulb
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Viewfinder
: Pentaprism with LED meter indicators
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Metering
: TTL (battery-powered light meter only)
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Build
: Metal body construction with leatherette finish
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Focus
: Manual focus only
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Condition
Good - Moderate Signs of Use
The camera and lens show visible signs of age and handling, including wear on the body and slight dust on lens exterior. However, all major controls appear intact. Lens glass looks clear with no cracks.
๐ฆ What's Included
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Zenit 12XP 35mm Film Camera Body
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Helios-44M-4 58mm f/2 Lens (mounted)
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Overall Summary
A cult classic among analog photographers, the Zenit 12XP with Helios-44M-4 lens offers a beautifully nostalgic shooting experience. With its simple mechanics and famous Soviet optics, it's a compelling addition for collectors or creative film shooters alike.
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Keywords
Zenit 12XP, Helios 44M-4, 35mm SLR film camera, vintage camera, Soviet camera, M42 mount, manual focus SLR, analog photography, USSR camera, swirly bokeh lens, Zenit film camera
Overall I'm happy with the camera. The shutter, aperture, light meter and film advance lever are working perfectly, as described. It was safely packaged and the delivery would have been fast if the delivery service wasn't so slow in my town. The communication was quick and efficient. However, there is one flaw that wasn't described, a loose front cover. And the wrist strap is broken. As this was my first camera buy off ebay, I will ask more question in the future.
Die Artikelbeschreibung war gut, alles war sicher verpackt und die Kamera kam deutlich vor dem angekรผndigten Termin an. Alles was ich bisher prรผfen konnte, funktionierte wie beschrieben. Wenn jetzt noch die Belichtungszeiten richtig arbeiten, bin ich sehr zufrieden. Die erste Filmrolle in einigen Tagen wird's zeigen. Der Verkรคufer, Dutch|Thrift, ist meiner Meinung nach in jedem Fall empfehlenswert. Alles bestens gelaufen, hier kaufe ich gerne wieder ein.
As described, perfect packing and fast shipping. Recommend seller.
Very fast shipping. Well packed. Item exactly as described. Great seller.
Everything as described, great Value! The camera is well maintained, everything works, the optics are flawless. Carefully packaged, shipped quickly. I am very happy.
I usually give 5 stars when nothing is bad in a transaction, but rarely do I meat such a great seller. Accurate description, extremely fast shipping and reasonable costs. If I could give 6 stars, I would. Only complaint is, the unit could have been in better cosmetic shape, but hey, it's used and it's gonna be behind the TV set (where it likely used to be at it's previous owners).
Shipping fast, Packaging ok. After having some issues with the item, got in contact with seller and received partial refund.
livraison ultra rapide, trรจs bien emballรฉ et correspond ร la description. je recommande !
Good price, super fast delivery. 100% recommended seller. Thanks!
As described, well packaged and arrived quickly.
La cรกmara en perfectas condiciones, tal y como se describรญa. Envรญo y embalaje impecable. Recomiendo totalmente!
Product as described. Well packaged and recieved quickly.
Perfect: as described and shipped quickly. Safe packaging.
Cet objectif, vendu ร un prix attractif et en excellent รฉtat extรฉrieur, รฉtait dรฉcrit comme parfaitement fonctionnel. Cependant, il m'est parvenu, pourtant sans accident d'expรฉdition, avec le diaphragme bloquรฉ et des traces de choc. Je ne pensais pas รชtre capable de le rรฉparer, ce que je tente pourtant quand j'en suis capable. Le vendeur a procรฉdรฉ ร un remboursement dans les 24 heures aprรจs que je l'eusse averti (photos ร l'appui) et aprรจs signalement ร ebay. .
As described, quick shipping, well packed, happy with purchase
Livraison rapide et bien emballรฉ. Produit conforme ร la description. A vรฉrifiรฉ peut รชtre quelques champignons dans l objectif. Pas encore nettoyer extรฉrieurement par moi mรชme.
Alles Bestens, ich bin sehr zufrieden, sehr ausfรผhrliche Kommunikation, sehr schneller Versand - vielen Dank!
The camera corresponds to the description, fast shipment and well protected. Very good communication
Todo como se describe y muy rรกpida respuesta y soporte por parte del vendedor. Un placer.
Everything is fine with the product, as described, delivered on time and at reasonable cost. Quite professional experience overall - recommended seller.
schnelle Abwicklung und schnelle Zustellung, ansonsten alles wie beschrieben.
Lens as described, fast shipping, thank you very much!
Objets parfaitement conformes ร la description reรงu trรจs rapidement trรจs content
Quick delivery and product is as described.
L'objet convient suffisamment ร mon usage ludique. Le vendeur est ร l'รฉcoute, sympathique et rรฉactive.
Received 4g router exactly as described.
As described. Nicely packed. Thanks.
Excellent condition camera and very fast delivery. Everything according to the description.
1A Empfehlung! Sehr schneller Versand, sorgfรคltige Verpackung, sehr schรถner Artikel in Top-Zustand.
I got what was advertised, in good working order. Thanks
The item arrived in due time, it correspond entirely with the advertised. The product works perfectly. Perfect gift for someone wanting to try take pictures in film.
great camera, good price, fast shipping - thank you!
Seltenes Objektiv zum guten Preis, sehr guter Zustand, schnelle Lieferung, nichts zu beanstanden, alles wunderbar, gerne wieder!
Nice seller, item conform at the description, quickly deliverd.
Delivered quickly. Item in great condition, packaged well.
Helped with the delivery problem by finding another solution. Item is as described. Recommended
Lovely item, as described, first class seller highly recommended
Great item, precise description. Fast shipping! Thank you.
Sehr schneller Versand, sehr gut verpackt, sehr guter Zustand, gern wieder.
Vendor got the item to me in quick time which is great. It was brand new and good quality.
conforme a la description,vite livre,tres bien
Perfect transaction
arrived on time and in good order
The item was great and very fast delivery
Quick shipping.
Everything as described, I am satisfied. Thank you and I recommend.
Great seller, fast shipment, excellent packing! Recommended!
Fidรจle ร la description

Nice service