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87 - KMZ | Zorki-2 (Zorki 3) Prototype
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Estimation
€5,000 - 6,000Sale fees
KMZ | Zorki-2 (Zorki 3) Prototype Estimate: €5,000–6,000 Year: 1950 Serial No.: 0005 Condition: B- English: Announced in early 1950, the Zorki-2 Prototype camera was the advanced predecessor of the Zorki-3 camera. It featured shutter speeds up to 1/1000s, a slow-speed dial on the front plate, and no self-timer. We know of only one other camera in existence (sovietcams.com) with serial number 0002. This prototype is related to standard Zorki-2 cameras only by its name. The camera is in working, original condition and comes with a very rare, matching BK (Biogon Krasnogorsk) 2.8/35mm, no. 5000137. English: Announced in early 1950, the Zorki-2 prototype was an advanced predecessor to the Zorki-3. It featured shutter speeds up to 1/1000 of a second, a long-exposure dial on the front plate, and no self-timer. Only one other example, No. 0002, is known to exist (sovietcams.com). This prototype shares only the model name with the standard Zorki-2. The camera is original and in working condition, with an extremely rare and matching BK (Biogon Krasnogorsk) 2.8/35mm No. 5000137.
Auction details
OstLicht Camera Auction: Fall 2026Auction house
OstLicht Photo Auction +43 6 64 20 11 850 coeln@ostlicht.orgDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.