1980 KMZ Zenit 12XP 35mm SLR camera with 1986 Valdai Helios 44M-4 f/2 lens

Good example of a classic camera in good condition for its age.

KMZ made the best Zenits.

The viewfinder is clear but it does have a very pale line down the centre - it doesn't really affect viewing and, of course, it does not affect images.

All shutter speeds work and the self-timer does too.

Not sure if the meter work - the battery compartment is clean but I don't have the right batteries. I would rather use an external meter (or my own eyes) anyway.

The lens is clean and clear of fungus. The aperture blades are snappy and focus is smooth.

Unusually, for a Zenit, the case is a two-parter and can be separated. 

It's a good solid camera and the Helios lens is one of the best lenses ever put on a camera.

It will accept any lens in M42 screw mount.