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== Background Information ==
 
== Background Information ==
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The '''Sputnik''' is a medium format [[TLR|twin lens reflex]] [[stereo camera]] introduced around 1955. It was developed and manufactured by [[GOMZ]] in Leningrad (now St.Petersburg) (the company named [[LOMO]] in the 1960s). Using  [[120 film]], the camera provides six 6x6 pairs (or twelve single images). Like its cousin, the [[Lubitel]], the Sputnik is made from bakelite.
  
The Sputnik is a medium format [[Twin Lens Reflex]] stereo camera introduced around 1960. The Sputnik was manufactured by [[LOMO]] and uses [[120 film]].
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Three main versions of the camera exist with several  variations based on shutter speeds, tripod sockets and lens markings. Distingusined can be the production runs by [[GOMZ]] (1955-1961), Loomp (1962-1964) and [[LOMO]] (1964-1974). In total, some 86,000 units were produced. For each of the three versions  one an further distinguish  between the units made for the domestic market, which are more common and which have the name of the camera in the Cyrillic letters (Спутник), and those for the export market with the name in Latin characters (SPUTNIK).<ref>[http://www.sovietcams.com/index.php?-1711262777 | Aidas PIklotas' web resource on the Sputnik]</ref>
  
Two variations of the Sputnik exist.  The more common has the name of the camera in the Cyrillic letters (Спутник) while the rarer model has the name in Latin characters (SPUTNIK).
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The camera came as a stereo set, complete with a slide and print viewer for the stereo pairs and a printing frame, which could be used for making contact prints in a darkroom.
  
The camera came with a slide and print viewer for the stereo pairs and a printing frame, which is to be used for making contact prints in a darkroom.
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Common flaws include a highly reflective camera interior as well as a major light leaks in some cameras. However, this can be adjusted with simple modifications.
  
Common flaws include major light leaks in some cameras. However, this can be adjusted with simple modifications.
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== Specifications <ref>[http://www.stereoscopy.com/cameras/sputnik.html Sputnik information], [http://www.stereoscopy.com Stereoscopy.com]</ref>==
 
 
== Specifications ==
 
 
 
Provided by [http://www.stereoscopy.com Stereoscopy.com].
 
  
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* '''Type''' Twin lens reflex stereo camera
 
* '''Size''' 154.1 mm x 101.2 mm x 93.4 mm (W x H x D)
 
* '''Size''' 154.1 mm x 101.2 mm x 93.4 mm (W x H x D)
 
* '''Weight''' 809 grams
 
* '''Weight''' 809 grams
* '''Lens Separation''' 63.58 mm
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* '''Lens Separation''' 63.58 mm (2&frac12; inches)
 
* '''Image Format''' 55.3 x 55.4 mm (W x H)
 
* '''Image Format''' 55.3 x 55.4 mm (W x H)
 
* '''Image Window Separation''' 64.22 mm
 
* '''Image Window Separation''' 64.22 mm
* '''Lenses''' Lomo T-22 matched anastigmats (3 elements, glass), 1:4.5/75 mm, no filter thread (outside lens diameter: 26.9 mm)
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* '''Lenses''' Lomo T-22 matched anastigmats (3 elements, glass), 1:4.5/75 mm, no [[filter thread]] (outside lens diameter: 26.9 mm)
 
* '''Diaphragms''' Iris diaphragms between the lenses, continuously adjustable f/4.5 to f/22
 
* '''Diaphragms''' Iris diaphragms between the lenses, continuously adjustable f/4.5 to f/22
 
* '''Focusing''' manual, 1.3 m - infinity
 
* '''Focusing''' manual, 1.3 m - infinity
 
* '''Shutter''' mechanical central type shutter with 3 blades, between the lenses. Cocked with separate lever.
 
* '''Shutter''' mechanical central type shutter with 3 blades, between the lenses. Cocked with separate lever.
* '''Shutter Speeds''' 1/125, 1/60, 1/30, 1/15 sec. and "B" (New Model)  
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* '''Shutter Speeds''' 1/125, 1/60, 1/30, 1/15 sec. and "B" (New Model) 1/100, 1/50, 1/25, 1/10 sec. and "B" (Old Model)
1/100, 1/50, 1/25, 1/10 sec. and "B" (Old Model)
 
 
* '''Viewfinder''' Reflex viewfinder with viewfinder lens 1:2.8, viewfinder hood and lens; frame finder.
 
* '''Viewfinder''' Reflex viewfinder with viewfinder lens 1:2.8, viewfinder hood and lens; frame finder.
 
* '''Film Loading''' manual
 
* '''Film Loading''' manual
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* '''Flash Contact''' PC-Contact
 
* '''Flash Contact''' PC-Contact
 
* '''Tripod Socket''' 3/8“ / 16 TPI or ¼“ / 20 TPI, depending on model
 
* '''Tripod Socket''' 3/8“ / 16 TPI or ¼“ / 20 TPI, depending on model
* '''Selftimer''' approx. 7 to 12 sec. delay
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* '''[[Self-timer|Selftimer]]''' approx. 7 to 12 sec. delay
 
* '''Special Features''' Double exposures and 2D photos possible
 
* '''Special Features''' Double exposures and 2D photos possible
 
* '''Accessories''' Operating instructions, everready case, viewer (slides & prints), copy frame
 
* '''Accessories''' Operating instructions, everready case, viewer (slides & prints), copy frame
  
== External Links ==
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||[http://www.flickr.com/photos/heritagefutures/4754299995/in/pool-camerawiki/ http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4099/4754299995_1524f3b342_m.jpg]
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||[http://www.flickr.com/photos/heritagefutures/4754311305/in/pool-camerawiki/ http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4098/4754311305_f33e0aebcb_m.jpg]<br><center>Image and slide viewer</center>
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||[http://www.flickr.com/photos/heritagefutures/4754955390/in/pool-camerawiki/ http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4098/4754955390_f6c5a0a492_m.jpg]<br><center>Contact strip printing frame</center>
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An export variant of a late model of the first ([[GOMZ]]) version of the Sputnik, <small>Images by {{image author|Dirk HR Spennemann}} </small>{{with permission}}
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== External Links ==
  
 
* [http://www.stereoscopy.com/cameras/hack-sputnik.html Sputnik Camera Modifications]
 
* [http://www.stereoscopy.com/cameras/hack-sputnik.html Sputnik Camera Modifications]
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* [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/x/html/page_standard.php?id_appareil=528 Sputnik] on [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/general/html/francais.php www.collection-appareils.fr] by Sylvain Halgand (in French)
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<!--Commented out link, page no longer present/available, please remove if not returned by 03/2018
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* [http://www.rus-camera.com/camera.php?page=other&camera=sputnik Sputnik] at Antique Russian Camera [http://www.rus-camera.com]-->
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== Notes ==
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<references />
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[[Category: 6x6 TLR]]
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[[Category: 120 stereo]]
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[[Category:Soviet cameras]]
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[[Category: S]]
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[[Category: GOMZ|Sputnik]]
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[[Category: LOMO|Sputnik]]

Revision as of 05:23, 23 August 2017

Background Information

The Sputnik is a medium format twin lens reflex stereo camera introduced around 1955. It was developed and manufactured by GOMZ in Leningrad (now St.Petersburg) (the company named LOMO in the 1960s). Using 120 film, the camera provides six 6x6 pairs (or twelve single images). Like its cousin, the Lubitel, the Sputnik is made from bakelite.

Three main versions of the camera exist with several variations based on shutter speeds, tripod sockets and lens markings. Distingusined can be the production runs by GOMZ (1955-1961), Loomp (1962-1964) and LOMO (1964-1974). In total, some 86,000 units were produced. For each of the three versions one an further distinguish between the units made for the domestic market, which are more common and which have the name of the camera in the Cyrillic letters (Спутник), and those for the export market with the name in Latin characters (SPUTNIK).[1]

The camera came as a stereo set, complete with a slide and print viewer for the stereo pairs and a printing frame, which could be used for making contact prints in a darkroom.

Common flaws include a highly reflective camera interior as well as a major light leaks in some cameras. However, this can be adjusted with simple modifications.

Specifications [2]

  • Type Twin lens reflex stereo camera
  • Size 154.1 mm x 101.2 mm x 93.4 mm (W x H x D)
  • Weight 809 grams
  • Lens Separation 63.58 mm (2½ inches)
  • Image Format 55.3 x 55.4 mm (W x H)
  • Image Window Separation 64.22 mm
  • Lenses Lomo T-22 matched anastigmats (3 elements, glass), 1:4.5/75 mm, no filter thread (outside lens diameter: 26.9 mm)
  • Diaphragms Iris diaphragms between the lenses, continuously adjustable f/4.5 to f/22
  • Focusing manual, 1.3 m - infinity
  • Shutter mechanical central type shutter with 3 blades, between the lenses. Cocked with separate lever.
  • Shutter Speeds 1/125, 1/60, 1/30, 1/15 sec. and "B" (New Model) 1/100, 1/50, 1/25, 1/10 sec. and "B" (Old Model)
  • Viewfinder Reflex viewfinder with viewfinder lens 1:2.8, viewfinder hood and lens; frame finder.
  • Film Loading manual
  • Film Transport manual, with knob
  • Frame Counter printed number on protective film backing (advance by 2 numbers)
  • Flash Contact PC-Contact
  • Tripod Socket 3/8“ / 16 TPI or ¼“ / 20 TPI, depending on model
  • Selftimer approx. 7 to 12 sec. delay
  • Special Features Double exposures and 2D photos possible
  • Accessories Operating instructions, everready case, viewer (slides & prints), copy frame


An export variant of a late model of the first (GOMZ) version of the Sputnik, Images by Dirk HR Spennemann (Image rights)

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