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The Zorki 6 is a [[rangefinder camera]] produced by the Russian factory [[KMZ]] (the makers of the [[Zenit]] [[SLR]]).
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'''Manufacturer:''' [[KMZ]]
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'''Date of Production:''' 1959-66
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'''Type of Camera:''' [[Rangefinder camera|Rangefinder]]
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'''[[Film]] Type:''' 35mm
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'''[[Lens]]:''' M39 Screw mount
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'''[[Shutter]]:''' Cloth focal plane
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'''[[Shutter speed]] range:''' 1/30-1/500th + B
  
This is the sixth camera of course in the produced [[Zorki]] lineup, and the last unique model to be created. The [[Zorki 4K]], produced after the 6, is a re-incarnation of [[Zorki 4|the 4]].  The Zorki 6 is nearly identical to the [[Zorki 5]], but with a hinged back, and some problems fixed, such as the problems shown by some examples of the 5 when their shutters are cocked with the lens removed. The [[self-timer]] missing in the Zorki 5 was also re-added.
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'''Size (W*H):''' 135mm x 80mm
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|image_text= Zorki 6 with Leitz Elmar 35/3,5
 
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This can be thought of as a loose [[Leica]] copy, since it is based on the original Zorki, which was more or less a direct copy of the [[Leica II]]. This camera is however quite different from the 1, and engineered in Russia, although it does still have the classic Leica cloth shutter. Shutter speeds are from 1/30th to 1/500th of a second plus B, and unlike most Russian rangefinders can be set before or after cocking. As for the 5, the shutter is cocked by a wind lever, which got smoother in the 6, although this varies with models nowadays.
 
  
Frames are counted by a rotating collar and must be reset manually after inserting each new film. The shutter release is located on the [[film advance]] lever, along with the film counter.  
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The '''Zorki 6''' is a Russian [[35mm]] [[rangefinder camera]], made by [[KMZ]] between 1959 and 1966. This is the sixth camera in the [[Zorki]] lineup, and the last unique model to be created. The [[Zorki 4K]] even though produced after the 6, is a re-incarnation of [[Zorki 4|the 4]].
  
The rewind button is located to the left of the wind lever. This camera is stepped so as to recess the winding lever below the other controls, making it more compact. Strap lugs are also included as on the Zorki 5. There are two [[flash sync]] sockets, X and M, and a cold shoe.  
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The camera is based on the second version of the [[Zorki 5]] but has these new features:
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* Hinged back for easy film loading
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* Fixed film take-up spool.
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* Mechanical self timer on the body
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* The internal layout of the shutter speed control and rangefinder  was modified so advancing the film with no lens on causes no problems.
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* Like the Zorki-5, Zorki-6 will also allow changing the shutter speeds before or after cocking the shutter.
  
Vertical adjustment for the [[rangefinder (device)|rangefinder]] is done by rotating a collar in the rangefinder exiting optic. A horizontal adjustment is done by a screw hidden behind the screw holding the left of the nameplate (when looking from the front).
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The frame counter and shutter release are both on the film advance lever, the counter must be reset manually when changing films.
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The standard lenses offered with the camera were the rigid or collapsible [[Industar-50]].
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The tripod collar is 3/8" unlike the standard 1/4" for modern [[35mm]] cameras, adapters are still widely made.
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The strap lugs are also included as on the Zorki 5.
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There are two [[flash sync]] sockets, X and M, and a cold shoe.  
  
This camera most commonly has the [[Industar-50]], although the [[Jupiter-8]] and [[Industar-26m]] as well as collapsible Industar-50 were also produced with it as standard lenses.
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Vertical adjustment for the [[rangefinder (device)|rangefinder]] is done by turning the optical wedge in the rangefinder exiting optic.  Horizontal adjustment is done by a screw hidden behind the screw holding the left of the nameplate (when looking from the front).
  
A familiar mechanical self-timer is on the front of the body like other Zorkis and [[FED]]s of its time.
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Like other FED and Zorki cameras, the rangefinder must be adjusted for both infinity and 1 metre settings.  Infinity setting is adjusted by the rangefinder adjusting screw behind the nameplate. The 1 metre setting is adjusted by altering the slope of the rangefinder focus follower tip.
  
The tripod collar is 3/8 in., unlike the standard 1/4 in. for modern [[35mm]] cameras.
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The nameplate is a separate metal piece screwed onto the front. There are at least three versions of nameplates, the Cyrillic, the roman, and the cursive roman, the last being the rarest. On roman models there is a stamp on the back reading 'Made in USSR', and the Russian equivalent on Cyrillic models, and on some models there is no inscription. The KMZ logo is also stamped on the back, along with the serial number from whose first two digits the year of manufacture can be deduced.
  
The nameplate is a separate metal piece screwed onto the front. There are at least three versions of nameplates, the cyrillic, the roman, and the cursive roman, the last being the rarest. On roman models there is a stamp on the back reading Made in USSR, and the Russian equivalent on cyrillic models, and on some models there is no inscription. The KMZ logo is also stamped on the back, along with the serial number from whose first two digits the year of manufacture can be deduced.
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Zorki-6 are also historically significant because the Zenit 3M evolved from it. From the Zenit-3M evolved the Zenit M42 SLRs.
  
Produced between the years of 1959 and 1966.
 
  
Width: 135mm
 
Height: 80mm
 
Length: 70mm
 
  
==Links==
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* [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/krasno/html/zorki_6.php zorki 6], [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/krasno/html/zorki_6_cyril.php Zorki 6] on [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/general/html/francais.php www.collection-appareils.fr] by Sylvain Halgand
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== Gallery ==
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|image= http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1264/5110564831_9ca6c932d5_m.jpg
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|image_text= Zorki 6 with Leitz Elmar 35/3.5
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|image_by= Paulo Moreira
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|image_rights= with permission
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|image_source= http://www.flickr.com/photos/98922823@N00/4278674321/in/pool-camerawiki/
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|image_text= Zorki 6 + Chrome Jupiter-8 lens
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|image_by= Paulo Moreira
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| image_text=Zorki 6 (Export roman model)
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== Links ==
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* [http://mattsclassiccameras.com/rangefinders-compacts/zorki-6/ Zorki 6] at [http://mattsclassiccameras.com/ Matt's Classic Cameras]
 
* [http://www.swcornell.com/camera/zorkic5.html Zorki 5 and 6] in [http://www.swcornell.com/ Wayne Cornell's photography site]
 
* [http://www.swcornell.com/camera/zorkic5.html Zorki 5 and 6] in [http://www.swcornell.com/ Wayne Cornell's photography site]
* [http://www.rus-camera.com/camera.php?page=zorki&camera=zorki6 Zorki 6] on [http://www.rus-camera.com/ Rus-Camera.com]
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* [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/x/html/page_standard.php?id_appareil=1678 Zorki 6] on [http://www.collection-appareils.fr/general/html/francais.php www.collection-appareils.fr] by Sylvain Halgand (in French)
 
 
  
 
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Revision as of 05:25, 5 May 2017

The Zorki 6 is a Russian 35mm rangefinder camera, made by KMZ between 1959 and 1966. This is the sixth camera in the Zorki lineup, and the last unique model to be created. The Zorki 4K even though produced after the 6, is a re-incarnation of the 4.

The camera is based on the second version of the Zorki 5 but has these new features:

  • Hinged back for easy film loading
  • Fixed film take-up spool.
  • Mechanical self timer on the body
  • The internal layout of the shutter speed control and rangefinder was modified so advancing the film with no lens on causes no problems.
  • Like the Zorki-5, Zorki-6 will also allow changing the shutter speeds before or after cocking the shutter.

The frame counter and shutter release are both on the film advance lever, the counter must be reset manually when changing films. The standard lenses offered with the camera were the rigid or collapsible Industar-50. The tripod collar is 3/8" unlike the standard 1/4" for modern 35mm cameras, adapters are still widely made. The strap lugs are also included as on the Zorki 5. There are two flash sync sockets, X and M, and a cold shoe.

Vertical adjustment for the rangefinder is done by turning the optical wedge in the rangefinder exiting optic. Horizontal adjustment is done by a screw hidden behind the screw holding the left of the nameplate (when looking from the front).

Like other FED and Zorki cameras, the rangefinder must be adjusted for both infinity and 1 metre settings. Infinity setting is adjusted by the rangefinder adjusting screw behind the nameplate. The 1 metre setting is adjusted by altering the slope of the rangefinder focus follower tip.

The nameplate is a separate metal piece screwed onto the front. There are at least three versions of nameplates, the Cyrillic, the roman, and the cursive roman, the last being the rarest. On roman models there is a stamp on the back reading 'Made in USSR', and the Russian equivalent on Cyrillic models, and on some models there is no inscription. The KMZ logo is also stamped on the back, along with the serial number from whose first two digits the year of manufacture can be deduced.

Zorki-6 are also historically significant because the Zenit 3M evolved from it. From the Zenit-3M evolved the Zenit M42 SLRs.



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