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Russian knock-offs of Hasselblad
Anyone have any experience with the Russian knock-offs of Hasselblads? eBay
is full of them for sale. Almost all of my work is digital with a Sony A550 and that's more than adequate. But occasionally I want a larger format capability. These seem like an inexpensive (cheap?) way of getting that. -- Tom Royer If you're not free to fail, you're not free. -- Gene Burns |
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Russian knock-offs of Hasselblad
"tcroyer" wrote in message ... Anyone have any experience with the Russian knock-offs of Hasselblads? eBay is full of them for sale. Almost all of my work is digital with a Sony A550 and that's more than adequate. But occasionally I want a larger format capability. These seem like an inexpensive (cheap?) way of getting that. -- Tom Royer If you're not free to fail, you're not free. -- Gene Burns I've used Kiev 88's (copy of the Hasselblad 500CM?) for several years in my studio. They have performed well, but they are not rugged cameras. I use them only in studio, mounted on a camera stand. I had one jam up a couple years ago, and contacted a Kiev dealer (Kiev USA)- their price for a new one was more atttractive than repair. I consider the Kiev 88 to be a 'consumable'! Their lenses are good, stopped down to mid-range. You don't say what kind of work you plan to use the medium format camera for. Each type of camera has certain capabilities and features that make it better for certain types of work, and worse for other types of work. I've also used a Koni Omega Rapid M, a 6x7cm format rangefinder camera. It's a very rugged, easy to use camera, but since it's a rangefinder, interchangeable lenses are a problem- you would need an accessory viewfinder. It also would not be good for extreme close-up work. For general purpose work in the field, I'd recommend the Koni Omega Rapid M. Considering the low price of a new Kiev 88 from Kiev USA, I don't think I would go the eBay route. I think I'd rather have a reputable dealer standing behind the camera. |
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Russian knock-offs of Hasselblad
"K W Hart" wrote in message
... "tcroyer" wrote in message ... Anyone have any experience with the Russian knock-offs of Hasselblads? eBay is full of them for sale. Almost all of my work is digital with a Sony A550 and that's more than adequate. But occasionally I want a larger format capability. These seem like an inexpensive (cheap?) way of getting that. -- Tom Royer If you're not free to fail, you're not free. -- Gene Burns I've used Kiev 88's (copy of the Hasselblad 500CM?) for several years in my studio. They have performed well, but they are not rugged cameras. I use them only in studio, mounted on a camera stand. I had one jam up a couple years ago, and contacted a Kiev dealer (Kiev USA)- their price for a new one was more atttractive than repair. I consider the Kiev 88 to be a 'consumable'! Their lenses are good, stopped down to mid-range. You don't say what kind of work you plan to use the medium format camera for. Each type of camera has certain capabilities and features that make it better for certain types of work, and worse for other types of work. I've also used a Koni Omega Rapid M, a 6x7cm format rangefinder camera. It's a very rugged, easy to use camera, but since it's a rangefinder, interchangeable lenses are a problem- you would need an accessory viewfinder. It also would not be good for extreme close-up work. For general purpose work in the field, I'd recommend the Koni Omega Rapid M. Considering the low price of a new Kiev 88 from Kiev USA, I don't think I would go the eBay route. I think I'd rather have a reputable dealer standing behind the camera. Thanks for the input and the comment on potential fragility of the camera. I'll use it primarily for in-studio product and fine art still life photography. Also, the large formet is attractive for some portraits. I'll have to think about my original plan to use one for some landscapes, given your warning about the camera being a "consumable." BTW, the one I have my eye on is a Salyut-C which, as I understand it, preceeded the Kiev-88. But Kiev accessories are useable. Thanks again. |
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