The difference between focal lengths is because they tried to specify «real» length for each batch. For example, KMZ factory didn't do that, so all of their Jupiter 8 (aka sonnar) got marked 50mm, yet it was more than 50mm, I believe it was 52,4.
Thank you so much for this. I had a Fed 3 where then shutter speed dial was misaligned (I found out the hard way) so I used a whole roll of film all at the wrong exposure. I was about to bin it until I found your video and it helped to work out where the dial should be realigned to based on the sounds of the shutter. I’ve loaded another roll and hopefully it’ll work just fine.
I did buy a FED 2 a while ago just love it.... In fact bought another for spares eg. changed the back bacause original had no tripod bush kept leather case and lens and sold it on...lens is N61 very sharp with 10 aperture blades... Super video Peter keep up the good work!!
Lenses are I-61, Industar. Lenses have FED logo on them in stylized capital script. Still have my FED-5V since 1979 - that got rid of light meter but has much more convenient film handling mechanism - receiving spool has just a slot and is non-removable, not that springy tooth; for rewind it has miniature folding handle.
I see that one loads film into the FED 3 "just like a III-series Leica.";) Ye Olde Leica IIIa didn't have flash synchronization, so I had an independent camera repairman add contacts. Ever since then, the electronic flash synchronization speed has been 1/20 sec. As you can imagine, an "image ghost" is guaranteed for fast-moving subjects. But that was a problem with other cameras that "fired the electronic flash" at 1/60 sec., as well.
The Industar 61 were all the same focal length aroudn 52 to 53mm, but they were often labelled 50, 52 or 53mm. Difficult to know why! But they are all the same focal length regardless.
I've owned a few Industar 61 lenses, and found the 61 l/d lanthanum lens to be notably sharper than the others. The nicest Eastern Bloc 50mm is the Helios 103 that replaced the Jupiter 8 on the later Kiev 4M cameras. It's much better than the 4M camera!
I would like to ask if there is something like a guide for disassembly of this camera. Because i got one Fed 3b but it is not in really good shape and the cloth is in really bad shape couse ligth can freerly go in camera without me wanting it. I would be really gratuful for help.
Not sure which Country you ae in but here there are a few Camera Repair Technicians left. I do not know how you can get a 'Manual' to take that camera apart - sorry
If I am lubricating the Cogs and Pivots in the base-plate of Cameras I use 'Sewing Machine Oil' but for that FED back and take-up spindle it was just '3-in-One' oil .
Hello, I have maybe a foolish question but it's my first argentic camera, à A FED 3 b I just bought in Slovenia, in order to change the iso it is on the last bouton on the right side? On my camera it is written 32 65 130 250 and something like roct, is those Iso are the same as usual one? Can't we go higher than 250? Sorry if I mix everything and thank you for your answer
My Friend has checked the FED 3 -- it does not go higher than 250 ASA. Also as the FED 3 has NO METER those settings are just a 'reminder' for what film ASA you have loaded. It actually does not DO anything.
I do not HAVE that camera any more - it was BORROWED for the Video so I cannot remember EXACTLY how it opens == you can get lots of INFO on FLICKR the Groups for Soviet cameras
@@theoldfilmbloke But we know now, right? This is especially painful to see since russia now claims all the good things made in USSR where it was not really the case
@@OK-zn9su At the time the FED-3 has been produced, the state Ukraine has never existed. The Kharkiv region belonged to the so called „little Russia“ territory (Малороссия). The Ukraine as we know it today was founded in the 90ies.
I just got a FED3 a few days ago and this video was quite helpful in understanding the ins and outs of the camera! thanks for that. =]
Brilliant video Peter. Thank you so much for sharing knowledge as always.
The difference between focal lengths is because they tried to specify «real» length for each batch.
For example, KMZ factory didn't do that, so all of their Jupiter 8 (aka sonnar) got marked 50mm, yet it was more than 50mm, I believe it was 52,4.
Nice video ,thanks many.I purchased recently on 11-02-24 at Hyderabad India.
Great video! I found you from your Rolleiflex video and will keep watching!
Thank you so much for this. I had a Fed 3 where then shutter speed dial was misaligned (I found out the hard way) so I used a whole roll of film all at the wrong exposure. I was about to bin it until I found your video and it helped to work out where the dial should be realigned to based on the sounds of the shutter. I’ve loaded another roll and hopefully it’ll work just fine.
Glad to help --it was only 'On Loan' so I have given it back.
I just tested a model in a shop today and revealed the same problem 😢
I stylish little camera that is well built, I like the lever for winding on the film.
I did buy a FED 2 a while ago just love it.... In fact bought another for spares eg. changed the back bacause original had no tripod bush kept leather case and lens and sold it on...lens is N61 very sharp with 10 aperture blades...
Super video Peter keep up the good work!!
Lenses are I-61, Industar. Lenses have FED logo on them in stylized capital script.
Still have my FED-5V since 1979 - that got rid of light meter but has much more convenient film handling mechanism - receiving spool has just a slot and is non-removable, not that springy tooth; for rewind it has miniature folding handle.
Thank You Comrade for viewing this Video about 'Glorious Soviet FED' cameras !
I see that one loads film into the FED 3 "just like a III-series Leica.";) Ye Olde Leica IIIa didn't have flash synchronization, so I had an independent camera repairman add contacts. Ever since then, the electronic flash synchronization speed has been 1/20 sec. As you can imagine, an "image ghost" is guaranteed for fast-moving subjects. But that was a problem with other cameras that "fired the electronic flash" at 1/60 sec., as well.
The Industar 61 were all the same focal length aroudn 52 to 53mm, but they were often labelled 50, 52 or 53mm. Difficult to know why! But they are all the same focal length regardless.
Thanks for that interesting explanation Comrade !
I've owned a few Industar 61 lenses, and found the 61 l/d lanthanum lens to be notably sharper than the others. The nicest Eastern Bloc 50mm is the Helios 103 that replaced the Jupiter 8 on the later Kiev 4M cameras. It's much better than the 4M camera!
I would like to ask if there is something like a guide for disassembly of this camera. Because i got one Fed 3b but it is not in really good shape and the cloth is in really bad shape couse ligth can freerly go in camera without me wanting it. I would be really gratuful for help.
Not sure which Country you ae in but here there are a few Camera Repair Technicians left. I do not know how you can get a 'Manual' to take that camera apart - sorry
Great video! please do fed 2 review
I will have to wait until some-one loans me a FED 2 as I di not OWN one !
What kind of lubricants do you use?
Good to see you back Peter.
If I am lubricating the Cogs and Pivots in the base-plate of Cameras I use 'Sewing Machine Oil' but for that FED back and take-up spindle it was just '3-in-One' oil .
Can you turn on the Chinese subtitles of this video? Thank you!
Hi! I purchased one recently. I can’t load the film because one latch got detached. Help, please!
Do you think the rangefinder on the Fed 3 makes it difficult to shoot and compose a shot??
I do not have that Camera as it was 'On Loan' but I found it worked well with Rangefinder
Hello, I have maybe a foolish question but it's my first argentic camera, à
A FED 3 b I just bought in Slovenia, in order to change the iso it is on the last bouton on the right side? On my camera it is written 32 65 130 250 and something like roct, is those Iso are the same as usual one? Can't we go higher than 250?
Sorry if I mix everything and thank you for your answer
I have given that came back to my Friend -- I have asked HIM to look for you and I will get back to you with an answer -- Peter
My Friend has checked the FED 3 -- it does not go higher than 250 ASA. Also as the FED 3 has NO METER those settings are just a 'reminder' for what film ASA you have loaded. It actually does not DO anything.
What film do you use for this camera? Thank you for the video aswell!!
I can use ANY 35mm fill Colour or Black and White
The back of my camera won’t open… do you have any suggestions?
I do not HAVE that camera any more - it was BORROWED for the Video so I cannot remember EXACTLY how it opens == you can get lots of INFO on FLICKR the Groups for Soviet cameras
I thought Fed cameras were all made in Ukarine
That's right! /
Where did you buy this
I said in my video it was 'Borrowed' from a Camera Club member so i have returned it to him .
Thanks you very much
Why you call it russian? These are made in Kharkiv which had always been Ukraine
When they were first Imported nobody knew they were made in Ukraine !
@@theoldfilmbloke But we know now, right? This is especially painful to see since russia now claims all the good things made in USSR where it was not really the case
What's the difference? Ukraine is Russia
@@OK-zn9su At the time the FED-3 has been produced, the state Ukraine has never existed. The Kharkiv region belonged to the so called „little Russia“ territory (Малороссия). The Ukraine as we know it today was founded in the 90ies.
@@ytuberization this is just another lie of ruzzian propaganda, we know now they always lie.