Zenit EM Black 35mm SLR Film Camera with Helios-44M 58mm f/2 Lens

The Zenit EM is an iconic and sturdy Soviet 35mm SLR camera manufactured by KMZ in the 1970s and 1980s. This particular black version is less common than the standard chrome variant and is highly sought after for its bold vintage look.

The Zenit EM is a fully mechanical camera operating independently of battery power. The cloth focal-plane shutter (speeds from 1/30s to 1/500s + B) works entirely mechanically, meaning the camera remains fully usable despite the dead selenium light meter by utilizing a smartphone meter app or the 'sunny 16' rule.

Featuring a universal M42 screw mount, it comes paired with a clean Helios prime lens (typically the Helios-44M 58mm f/2), famous for its sharpness and distinct 'swirly' bokeh effect.

Lens: Clean optics (e.g. Helios-44M 58mm f/2)

Status: Shutter working, light meter non-functional