Vintage Soviet Zenit 12XP SLR from the 1980s – tough, reliable M42 mount camera with TTL metering. Paired here with a quality Carl Zeiss Jena DDR 135mm telephoto lens – great for portraits, compression, and distant subjects.
Durable build, classic Soviet tank feel. Perfect for film enthusiasts looking for an affordable, characterful setup.Cosmetic condition : Good Winds : Yes Fires : Yes Shutter speeds : Good Light meter : Working with new battery fitted View finder : Slight line down the middle, a little dull but perfectly usable. Mirror : Clean Light seals : Good Film chamber : Clean Lens : Light fungus on front part of the optics, should not effect image results Batteries : New battery fitted Film required : 35mm (not included)
Zenit 12XP Light Meter:
Insert battery (correct type for meter). Set ISO/ASA on the dial for your film. Focus on subject, press shutter button halfway (activates TTL meter). Viewfinder shows 2 red LEDs on the right:
Upper LED: overexposed → close aperture (higher f-number). Lower LED: underexposed → open aperture (lower f-number). Adjust aperture/shutter until LEDs alternate/blink or neither lights (correct exposure). Half-press to meter. Test battery first.
