a, b, c, d, e, ..........

jordi · 10-08-2004

What a trouble, isn't it? Just a week ago, our comrade Oscar (taffer) said me: “But beware, there's something they don't tell you when you buy a soviet rangefinder, and that is that you'll soon buying another one, they're really addictive !!!”, and is really true. Now, before I receive my new Zorki 4K, I'm looking for a Fed 2. I've found that there are some versions. What do you thing about the a, b, c, d, e, ......?

sfaust · 10-08-2004

As another with a Keiv 4a on its way to me, and adding a favorite search to eBay for FED 2, Zorki 4K, and a Leica M6, I feel your pain. There is something about those FSU cameras that have a certain appeal. Unfortunately, it seems to always involve our wallets

I'd be interested in the differences also.

taffer · 10-08-2004

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Originally posted by jordi
What a trouble, isn't it? Just a week ago, our comrade Oscar (taffer) said me: “But beware, there's something they don't tell you when you buy a soviet rangefinder, and that is that you'll soon buying another one, they're really addictive !!!”, and is really true. Now, before I receive my new Zorki 4K, I'm looking for a Fed 2. I've found that there are some versions. What do you thing about the a, b, c, d, e, ......?

Hehe, and you've not even been tempted by the wonderful Kiev yet !

Stu :) · 10-08-2004

The trouble is... when he gets around to buying a Holga it will all be over.

Stu

guinness · 10-08-2004

I think the only only main differences between FED 2's is if it has a self timer, the progression of shutter speeds and a few differences in knobs and a hump for the shoe. My FED 2 is a type 'D', but I don't use the self timer, but I do like the bigger knobs (and because it's green).

OT: Finally received my Kiev 4 (1959) today.

Seems like a nice camera, the build quality feels better than the the FED, except for the the removable back. The Contax hold is very odd, but hopefully, I'll learn to adjust.