Smena is a 35mm viewfinder camera that was designed and produced by GOMZ, with later manufacturing by the Belarus factory MMZ.
Despite being an affordable option, the Smena 1 is a charming camera that appeals to collectors. It holds significant value and history for those who have a passion for vintage film cameras.
Specifications:
- Lens: GOMZ T-22 (Triplet) 40mm f/4.5 with slip-on filter - Aperture: f/4.5 to f/22 - Focus range: 1.3m to 10m + infinity - Focusing: manual front focusing, distance estimation required - Shutter: central leaf shutter with speeds ranging from 1/10 to 1/200 + B - Shutter release: located on the lens-shutter barrel - Cable release socket: found on the lens-shutter barrel - Cocking lever: situated on the lens-shutter barrel - Frame counter: manual adjustment, visible through a window on the top plate, non-functional without film - Winding knob: positioned on the left side of the top plate - Viewfinder: reverse telescopic type - Rewind lever: absent; requires the use of two cassettes at all times - Flash PC socket: not available - Cold shoe: present - Back cover: removable, secured by a latch on the right side of the camera - Engraving on the back cover: features the GOMZ logo - Tripod socket: 3/8" - Strap lugs: not included - Body material: bakelite; Weight: 290g - Serial number: 55199540 - Year of manufacture: 1955
This camera is in good condition and operates fully.
