Lubitel 166 Universal This is a Lubitel 166 Universal, also known as a Lubitel 166U. Introduced around 1983 this camera was in production until at least the mid 1990s. Originally very similar to the Lubitel 166B, it features an improved back locking device and an insert to allow 6x4.5cm pictures as well. The use of spindles for the film spool was also dropped, either for reasons of cost or the fact they were fiddly and prone to problems! At some point in the models life it was redeigned and later 166U cameras are considerably lighter than earlier ones and vary in small details such as the strap mounts.
M**H
Review of the LOMO Lubitel 166 Universal with Pictures
About the Product:This is a later variation of the Lubitel family of medium format TLR (Twin Lens Reflex) cameras manufactured, first by GOMZ or the State Optical-Mechanical Factory (ГОМЗ or Государственный Оптико-Механический Завод), and later by LOMO or the Leningrad Optical-Mechanical Association (ЛОМО or Ленинградское Оптико-Механическое Объединение). This is not to be confused with Lomography. This is not a product from Lomography. This is a product from LOMO.Dual Frame Capability:There are various cameras available under the Lubitel brand. This one is the Lubitel 166 Universal (Любитель 166 Универсал). The term “Universal” specifically refers to the dual-frame capability of the camera, i.e., it can take (1) 6 cm × 6 cm as well as (2) 6 cm × 4.5 cm pictures. To take 6 cm × 4.5 cm pictures, it is necessary to use a 6 cm × 4.5 cm mask. The mask comes in a small plastic box, with a black lower piece and a transparent upper piece, and within there are two frames, one for the focal plane and one for the viewfinder. This camera is available with the logo in Cyrillic alphabet as well as Roman alphabet.Shutter Release Cable:This camera can be used with a shutter release cable, especially when long exposure is required. In such situations, a tripod is recommended.Other Accessories:The camera has a lens cap that covers both the lenses. It has a leather belt that can be attached to the camera. It has one medium format take up spool inside. It has a leather (or leatherette) carrying case. The retail packaging is a box with the product name on it.Tips:It is recommended that you contact the seller(s) and request pictures of the exact camera before you make the purchase. If you have any specific requirements, it is recommended you communicate that clearly to the seller(s). What you see at the Amazon listing may not be (and is usually not) complete, or shows only a part of the complete package. For example (and this is just one example), Lubitel 166 Universal is not really “universal” without the 6 cm × 4.5 cm mask. Please do some research on this camera, or any vintage camera for that matter, so that you are an informed buyer, and get what you deserve.Seller Feedback:Due to there being a glitch in the Seller Feedback section of Amazon, I am including the feedback here. I hope Amazon will allow me this privilege, while they work on the fixing the glitch. I purchased this from the seller “Nadiiao” and I am very happy with the seller. I communicated with the seller for days and the seller was able to find what I was specifically looking for. The seller provided me with a complete set with no missing accessory. The packaging was very good. The shipping was quick. If I had the capability, I would give this seller 5 stars.
R**S
Nice camera
Arrive on time, it's fully functionally.
H**Y
Inflation and nostalgia
You could buy these brand new for $20 new twenty five or so years ago.
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