Kiev/Kiev 88
Kiev 88

Kiev 88

Kiev · Ukraine · 1988 · 135 film

The Kiev 88 is a 35mm film camera manufactured by the Soviet camera maker Kiev in 1988. As part of the Kiev line of cameras, it offered an affordable entry point into 35mm photography during a period when Soviet cameras were increasingly available to consumers outside the Eastern bloc. The camera featured a straightforward design with manual controls typical of its era, prioritizing functionality over technological innovation or aesthetic refinement.

Specifications

Film Format135

Pricing

Market Value
~$100
Launch Price (1988)
$594

Editorial Ratings

Build Quality
2.5
Value
3.0
Collectibility
2.0
Historical Significance
2.0

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