{"product_id":"lomo-smena-8m-camera-t-43-lens-case","title":"LOMO Smena 8M Soviet 35mm Film Camera with T-43 40mm f\/4 Lens and Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Smena 8M is a Soviet 35mm film camera made in the USSR by LOMO, known for its simplicity and its sharp Triplet T-43 40mm f\/4 lens. It is fully manual, which makes it a popular pick for lomography fans, photography students and anyone who likes the back-to-basics film experience. This example comes with its original case and strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e LOMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smena 8M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLens:\u003c\/strong\u003e T-43 (4\/40) Triplet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilm Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black \/ silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition. The body shows minor signs of use consistent with its age, with no major cracks or damage; see photos. The lens is clear, without visible fungus or deep scratches. The shutter fires at all speeds, the film advance and rewind work smoothly, and the aperture and focus rings rotate properly. The film chamber is clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Smena line from LOMO was built as a simple, affordable camera for everyday photographers across the Soviet Union. Its fixed triplet lens and straightforward controls are the reason it still turns up in lomography circles today. A working Smena 8M with its case is a practical entry point into Soviet film cameras. Because it is fully manual, the photographer sets everything, which is the main reason it is popular with students and with anyone learning film from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmena 8M camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal leatherette hard case with shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681927463061,"sku":"EBAY-407166531191","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/lomo-smena-8m-camera-t-43-lens-case-1.jpg?v=1791722260","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/lomo-smena-8m-camera-t-43-lens-case","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}