Kiev 30 (16mm Film). Kyiv-30 is a Soviet miniature (microformat) scale camera, produced at the Kiev Arsenal plant from 1975 to 1987. This is the rare and iconic Kiev-30 subminiature film camera, originally produced in the USSR during the Cold War. Known for its compact size and covert design, this camera was often referred to as a “spy camera, ” used for discreet photography by intelligence agents. A perfect addition to any vintage camera collection, especially for those interested in Soviet-era military or espionage equipment. Frame size 13×17 mm. Focusing On a distance scale from 0.5 m to infinity. Metal curtain shutter, with shutter speeds of 1/30, 1/60 and 1/200 s. Photoflash Synchro contact “X”, sync speed – any.
This vintage Kiev Vega 16 Subminiature camera is a rare find for any collector of Soviet-era cameras. With a sleek silver design and manual focus, this camera is perfect for any film photography enthusiast looking to capture unique and memorable images. Measuring in at just 16 mm, this subminiature camera is compact enough to take on the go and ideal for capturing candid shots. The Kiev brand is well-known for producing high-quality cameras, and this model is no exception. Shutter: Curtain metal, with shutter speeds of 1/30, 1/60 and 1/200 seconds. Flash: Synchro contact “X”, sync speed – any. Dimensions: 83×43.5×24.5 mm. Lens: Industar-M f-3.5/23 mm with fixed focal length (fix), coated, optical design consists of 4 lenses in 3 groups. Aperture: Double-blade, with a removable filter. Film: The camera is loaded with 16 mm film (110 mm format) 45 cm long in a special plastic cassette that holds 20 frames.
Kiev 30 (16mm Film). Kyiv-30 is a Soviet miniature (microformat) scale camera, produced at the Kiev Arsenal plant from 1975 to 1987. This is the rare and iconic Kiev-30 subminiature film camera, originally produced in the USSR during the Cold War. Known for its compact size and covert design, this camera was often referred to as a “spy camera, ” used for discreet photography by intelligence agents. A perfect addition to any vintage camera collection, especially for those interested in Soviet-era military or espionage equipment. Frame size 13×17 mm. Focusing On a distance scale from 0.5 m to infinity. Metal curtain shutter, with shutter speeds of 1/30, 1/60 and 1/200 s. Photoflash Synchro contact “X”, sync speed – any.