Arsenal Kiev 4AM
Arsenal Kiev 4AM

Arsenal Kiev 4AM

No, 4AM is not the preferred time to use this camera, rather the model of this great Arsenal Kiev rangefinder, a camera that is a joy to use any time of day. Paired with the Jupiter-8M lens, some remarkable pictures can be captured.

Despite initial issues with wayward fingers blocking the rangefinder window, the 4AM proved easy to use. The fine-tune focus wheel is a welcome feature and made it easy to quickly compose shots.

MakeArsenal
ModelKiev 4AM
Year1980 – 1987
Format35mm
ShutterVertical Blade
SpeedB,1 – 1/1250
LensJupiter-8M (Contax bayonet mount)
 f2 50mm
Focus1m – ∞
Aperturef2 to 22
Light Metern/a
RangefinderYes

Sample pictures, UF100, HC-110 stand-developed 30min.

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