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     Jon Goodman Rating: N/A |
Hi, Matt. These cameras were not really as smooth as their Japanese counterparts...well, let me start over. Some of the Soviet cameras were quite smooth and precise. I have a Zorki 4 from 1956 that is literally as pleasant to use as any manual camera I own or can imagine. I have one from 1967 that is nowhere near this nice. Some Zenits (3M models, some E models, others) were better and some weren't. You can improve things by disassembling, cleaning and lubricating the gear train, but before I did that, I would see how I liked the camera in general. I try to think of the Zenit as "everyman's" camera and enjoy it in that setting. If used correctly, they're capable of surprisingly good work. I'd say run a roll or two of film through and get a feel. If it hasn't been used much in the past few years, it may loosen up a bit with the exercise. Please feel free to keep in touch. There's also a great Zenit Users group on Yahoo.com (one of the Yahoo groups). It has members from all over the world, and is a pleasant group with a wealth of info. Jon |